Support Groups
Trans* Tuesday
Times: Every Tuesday from 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: The Gala Pride and Diversity Center
Description: We are a peer-led support group for members of the community who are transgender, questioning, genderqueer, asexual, crossdressers, families with transgender members, and allies.
The group ranges in age from high school to senior citizens with a wide range of life experiences. We discuss topics using “I” statements from those life experiences. All are welcome!
Gala“Q” Youth (Ages 12-18)
Times: Every Thursday from 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center / Zoom
Description: Q
Senior Social
Times: First and third Sunday of the month 4:30-6:30 pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center / Zoom
Description: This group is focused on advocating for LGBT seniors through promoting inclusive environments that are both aware and affirming. It also is focused on developing a community that supports intergenerational activities among LGBT individuals. Gala Pride and Diversity Center is currently seeking additional facilitators for the Senior Social. Send a note HERE if interested.
Non-monogamous Discussion Goup
Times: Last Wednesday of the month, 6pm-8pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center
Description: This is a social and networking group for people on the Central Coast who are curious about polyamory/ethical non-monogamy, identify as polyamorous, and everything in between. Navigating new relationship structures can be challenging, so this is meant to be an open-minded and supportive community for you to meet other relationship pioneers!
Contact [email protected] for more details!
Rainbow Dungeons and Dragons (5E)
Times: First and third Saturdays 3pm-6pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center
Description: Intersectional LGBTQ-friendly Dungeons & Dragons group for tabletop roleplaying fun.
Create a character to adventure with in a fantasy setting along with a group of other players. Battle monsters, work with your party members, solve mysteries and riddles, collect gold and valuables,
and make your mark on the world for good or for evil or for something in between.
Game is beginner friendly with lots of assistance for new players learning the game system.
Specs: D&D 5E, homebrew planet and setting, story and character building heavy.
Trans* Youth Support Group
Times: 2nd and 4th Monday of the month 6PM-8PM
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center
Description: We are a safe place for trans* and gender non-conforming people, as well as those questioning. The group is restricted to those between the ages of 11 and 18. This is a facilitated emotional support group. It is a safe place to be heard, to share your story, and to hear stories that may sound surprisingly like your own. Members enjoy doing art projects.
BDSM 101 Class and BDSM D/s Discussion Group
Times: 3rd Sunday of each month 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center / Zoom
Description: The Central Coast Kink Community presents this fundamental overview of kink, consent, rules, and information to help practitioners be successful and safe. 18+
BDSM Discussion Group:
Times: 2nd Sunday of each month 2:00-4:00 pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center / Zoom
Description: This discussion group explores a different facet of BDSM each month. Participants must first attend the BDSM 101.
For more information find us HERE.
LGBTQ+ AA/Sunday Evening Rap Group
Times: Every Sunday from 7:00-8:00 pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center / Zoom
Description: Alcoholics Anonymous is a voluntary, worldwide fellowship of folks from all walks of life who meet together to attain and maintain sobriety. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership.
Contact [email protected] for the Zoom link!
Stand Out Parent Support Group
Times: First Saturday of the Month
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center
Description: Stand Out is a California Central Coast peer group, providing a safe and confidential space, without judgment. We supply support and information for parents and families of LGBTQ+ identified youth, regardless of religious affiliation or lack thereof. We believe in meeting people where they are at and will help you navigate your journey of acceptance. This support group is meeting at the same time as our Trans Youth support group. That way parents can drop their kids off at the Gala Pride and Diversity Center and then meet with other parents to discuss common issues. The group is open to the parents of all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning children.
Walt Whitman Gay Men’s Book Club
Times: Every 2nd Monday of the month from 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Gala Pride and Diversity Center / Zoom
Description: This club meets for a discussion of books. They read and study books chosen by the group which relates to their lives as gay men. All are welcome! Contact [email protected] to get the Zoom link!
Events & Groups Calendar
The Gala Pride & Diversity Center welcomes all individuals regardless of ethnicity, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation and age. Stop by the Center for a cup of tea and a fabulous chat!
1060 Palm Street | San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 | 805-541-4252
Provisional statement: The Gala Pride and Diversity Center is located on the land of the yak tityu tityu yak tiłhini – Northern Chumash Tribe of San Luis Obispo County and Region. We are aware that this land was taken from indigenous peoples violently, unceded - without agreement, consideration, or compensation. We are committed to including local indigenous history in our training and we set the intention of relationship with and support of local indigenous peoples. Additionally, we acknowledge our responsibility to protect the natural environment.