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The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

Welcome to

The San Diego LGBT Community Center

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

LGBTQ+ Immigrants: Know Your Rights

The San Diego LGBT Community Center has created a resource page to help our LGBTQ+ immigrant community member navigate the changes in policy in 2025.

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FEATURED EVENTS

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3
September
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

3
September
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

3
September
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

HIV & STI Screenings

It’s time for self-care with our free, confidential HIV/HCV testing and STI screenings in a compassionate and sex-positive environment with connections to health care and resources. Make your appointment today – call us at 619.487.9980 or email bethegeneration@thecentersd.org to make an appointment. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-7pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm by appointment. Walk-ins will be […] ...

3
September
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

STOP THE HATE – Report Hate Crimes & Incidents

Report Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents to The Center We provide support for people experiencing hate incidents and hate crimes. Contact: stopthehate@thecentersd.org 619-692-2077 Our staff are available Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm, and Saturdays, 10am-3pm. Have you been a victim of a hate crime or hate incident, or know someone who has been a victim? Do you know […] ...

3
September
11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Congregate Meals – For Those 60 Years or Older

Enjoy a meal with us! The County of San Diego, Jewish Family Service, and The Center are pleased to offer free meals to individuals aged 60 and above at The Center from Monday to Friday, between 11:30 am and 12:30 pm. Reservations must be made by 3:00 pm the day before by calling (858) 637-3230. […] ...

3
September
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Shades of Color – Discussion Group (In Person)

Join us for a peer-led empowerment group for Black queer men (MSM). Topics with speakers include: living with HIV, normalization about sex, community mobilizing, dating, healthy relationships, spiritual awareness, self healing, and much more. **This group is intended for people who identify as Black men who have sex with men. We want to center those […] ...

3
September
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Diamonds in the Rough – Support Group (Virtual)

Join a safe, inclusive discussion group for Trans Women! Talk about transitioning, HRT, navigating the world socially, and more. This group is hosted by Lady Pepper. This group is for ages 18 and up. When: Wednesdays, 12-1:30pm. Last Friday of the month the group meet up at Lestat’s at 12PM for a social hour. Where: […] ...

3
September
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

50+ And Better Together: Ageless Art Group

Express your creativity and explore your artistic expression in the Ageless Art Group! All skill levels and mediums are welcome. Bring your supplies and let’s have fun! This is a drop-in group, no registration is needed. *Please note, this event is free but art supplies are not provided. All participants must provide their own materials. When: […] ...

3
September
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Feeling Fit Classes (In Person)

This class for older adults helps to improve balance, strength, flexibility, and maintain independence. It’s suitable for all levels – exercises can be done sitting or standing. Come join the group as they get themselves a workout that’s fun and productive. When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 1:30-2:30pm Where: 3909 Centre St. San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: […] ...

3
September
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

HYC Wednesday – Social Meetup for Ages 14-18 (In Person)

Join us for Social Meetups at Hillcrest Youth Center – come check out what we have to offer! These meetups are for ages 14-18. When: Wednesdays, 3:00 – 7:00 pm Where: 514 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email HYC@thecentersd.org or call 619.497.2920 x 122 Hillcrest Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ […] ...

3
September
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

SBYC Wednesday – Ages 10-13 (In Person)

Join us for Wednesdays at South Bay Youth Center! This is a day dedicated to youth ages 10-13. When: Wednesdays, 3-7pm Where: 1180 3rd Ave., Chula Vista, CA 91911 Contact: Email SouthBayYouth@thecentersd.org or call 619.800.3203 South Bay Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ space, support groups, mental health resources Computer lab, community closet, […] ...

3
September
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Mental Health Services Drop-in at SBYC – Ages 10-14

Join us at the South Bay Youth Center every first Wednesday of the month for Mental Health drop-in services, along with occasional workshops and activities tailored to support mental health. Ages 10-14. When: First Wednesday Time: 3-6PM Where: South Bay Youth Center, 1180 3rd ave, Suite C1, Chula Vista Please contact svaldivia@thecentersd.org for more information ...

3
September
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Craft Class Hillcrest Youth Center

Join us on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 for a craft workshop on mindfulness as we create shrinky dink charms! All materials will be provided to create pins, earrings or keychains. For ages 14-18. When: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 – 4-5:30pm Where: 514 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email HYC@thecentersd.org or call 619.497.2920 x 122 RSVP: […] ...

3
September
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Men’s Discussion Group

The Men’s Discussion Group is a peer-led, open topic discussion group for GBT+ men of all ages. Please join us to reconnect and make friends as we gather in a supportive space to discuss issues both personal and topical. When: Every Wednesday, 6:00-7:30pm Where: 3909 Centre St. San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: For more information on the […] ...

3
September
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Aging Well with HIV: A Monthly Educational Series by Organ System

Aging Well with HIV: A Monthly Educational Series by Organ System Presented by Dra. Karla F. Torres, MSN-FNP, AAHIVS, Community Medical Liaison for Southern CA, NV, and AZ with ViiV Healthcare (she/her). This program is presented in collaboration with The San Diego HIV Community Consortium and Senior Services at The Center. The event will take […] ...

3
September
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Trans Masculine Discussion Group (Virtual)

This group serves as a social gathering space for transmasc individuals to discuss and receive support and/or guidance on transitioning and life events. Transmasculine is an umbrella term used to describe someone who was assigned female at birth and who identifies either their gender identity or gender expression as masculine in any way. Transmasculine community members include but […] ...

3
September
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Bi-Pan-Fluid+ Discussion Group (Virtual)

This discussion group welcomes all Bi-Pan-Fluid+ and questioning community members, and provides a safe and inclusive place to come together to support each other, and to explore Bi-Pan-Fluid+ identities and relationships. When: First and third Wednesday of every month, 7-8:30pm Please note that in January 2025, we will be meeting on January 8 and January […] ...

4
September
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Center Library is open Monday-Friday, 10AM-4PM

Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours:  Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147.   ...

4
September
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Project Compassion

Visit us at The Center for direct supportive resources for unhoused and resource-impacted community members. Our team will be onsite to provide items like socks, toiletries, clothes, food and water, as well as case management if needed. There will be a case manager on site.  When: Every Thursday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Where: The […] ...

4
September
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Cyber Center

The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...

4
September
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

HIV & STI Screenings

It’s time for self-care with our free, confidential HIV/HCV testing and STI screenings in a compassionate and sex-positive environment with connections to health care and resources. Make your appointment today – call us at 619.487.9980 or email bethegeneration@thecentersd.org to make an appointment. We are open Monday-Friday 10am-7pm and Saturdays 10am-3pm by appointment. Walk-ins will be […] ...

4
September
10:00 am - 7:00 pm

STOP THE HATE – Report Hate Crimes & Incidents

Report Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents to The Center We provide support for people experiencing hate incidents and hate crimes. Contact: stopthehate@thecentersd.org 619-692-2077 Our staff are available Monday-Friday, 10am-7pm, and Saturdays, 10am-3pm. Have you been a victim of a hate crime or hate incident, or know someone who has been a victim? Do you know […] ...

4
September
11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Congregate Meals – For Those 60 Years or Older

Enjoy a meal with us! The County of San Diego, Jewish Family Service, and The Center are pleased to offer free meals to individuals aged 60 and above at The Center from Monday to Friday, between 11:30 am and 12:30 pm. Reservations must be made by 3:00 pm the day before by calling (858) 637-3230. […] ...

4
September
12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

HYC Thursday – Tour Day (In Person)

Join us for Community Tour Days at Hillcrest Youth Center. By appointment only – come check out what we have to offer! When: Thursdays, 12-7pm Where: 514 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego, CA 92103 Contact: Email HYC@thecentersd.org or call 619.497.2920 x 122 Hillcrest Youth Center services include: Safe & Affirming LGBTQI+ space, support groups, mental health […] ...

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The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region.

The San Diego LGBT Community Center enhances and sustains the health & well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, transgender, nonbinary, immigrant, and HIV communities to the betterment of our entire San Diego region. 
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The Center’s services are provided to all, regardless of immigration status.
Los servicios de The Center se brindan a todes, independientemente de su estatus migratorio.