BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//LGBT Foundation - ECPv6.7.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:LGBT Foundation X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://lgbt.foundation X-WR-CALDESC:Events for LGBT Foundation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240101T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241231T235959 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240220T155457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T131417Z UID:4213-1704067200-1735689599@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Pride in Ageing's 'Derek Jarman Pocket Park' DESCRIPTION:Visit the Derek Jarman Pocket Park\, our free to see Pride in Ageing garden space at Manchester Art Gallery.\n\n\n\n\nGarden webpage\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Derek Jarman Pocket Park at Manchester Art Gallery is a green space at the heart of the city designed and maintained by LGBTQ+ volunteers aged over 50 from LGBT Foundation’s Pride in Ageing programme. Visit the garden over the next few months to see the garden in Summer bloom. \n\n\n\nThe space\, which opened in Summer 2022\, is inspired by artist\, gay rights activist and gardener Derek Jarman’s celebrated garden in Dungeness\, Kent\, as well as the life experiences of our over 50s LGBTQ+ communities in Greater Manchester. \n\n\n\nOpening Hours: The garden is open from 10am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Mondays\, except bank holidays. Closed Good Friday\, 24\, 25\, 26\, 31 December & 1 January. \n\n\n\nNo ticket or prior booking is required. \n\n\n\nRead more about how we created the Derek Jarman Pocket Park (via RHS website). \n\n\n\nFor more information about accessibility and your visit please see the Manchester Art Gallery website or contact Manchester Art Gallery on 0161 235 8888. URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/derek-jarman-pocket-park/ LOCATION:Manchester Art Gallery\, Mosley Street\, Manchester\, M2 3JL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Web-Use-Manchester_Manchester-Museum_July_2023_44.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pride in Ageing":MAILTO:prideinageing@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241028T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241028T193000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240105T162528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T085455Z UID:3989-1730138400-1730143800@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Women's Group: Halloween Special Event - Desire Magic Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bonus Women’s Group meetup to celebrate Halloween.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nEventbrite signup\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLooking to connect with like-minded individuals in a warm and welcoming environment? LGBT Foundation’s Women’s Group is a new meet-up happening on the second Monday of every month. It is a place for all LGBTQ+ women and non-binary people who wish to access a women centred space to come together and make connections. We host a range of engaging events aimed at bringing you new experiences.  \n\n\n\nOn 28th October the Women’s Group will meet for a special one-off activity to mark Halloween. Join Aimie for a fun-filled\, magic-inspired workshop designed to help you get in touch with the things your heart truly desires\, and give you the courage\, as well as the energy\, to magnetize these things into your life. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop you can expect to work with the tarot\, connect to your eros through dance & learn a simple spell using string and work some brujeria.   \n\n\n\nBring your journal\, a pen and some water. The movement part of the workshop will be accessible to different abilities\, please bring flat and comfortable shoes with you to wear for this part of the session. \n\n\n\nAimie Duggan (she/her) is a spiritual and wellness facilitator\, yoga teacher\, and intuitive guide\, using tarot and astrology to support individuals in finding greater peace\, wholeness\, and reconnecting to their inner light. She blends ancient wisdom with her own creativity to create inspiring\, playful and down-to-earth sessions that leave people feeling whole.  \n\n\n\nThis group is for all LGBTQ+ women and non-binary people who wish to access a women centred space. You must be aged 18+ to attend. \n\n\n\nTo ensure our space is welcoming and inclusive\, we require everyone to follow our Safer Spaces Policy. \n\n\n\nMade possible thanks to the generous funding of Cheshire Community Fund. \n\n\n\nIt takes place at LGBT Foundation\, Fairbairn House (2nd Floor)\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ. Our venue is accessible by lift and stairs\, and has gender-neutral toilers and an accessible toilet. For more info on getting to us: https://lgbt.foundation/downloads/HowToFindUsJune2023 \n\n\n\nFor any questions or access requirements\, please email women@lgbt.foundation URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/womens-halloween/ LOCATION:Fairbairn House\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/316_86696ee7508719a-scaled-e1713262904725.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Programme":MAILTO:women@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241028T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241028T193000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240111T191224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T150110Z UID:4068-1730138400-1730143800@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Book Club: 'Babycakes' by Armistead Maupin DESCRIPTION:Our book club brings together LGBTQ+ readers from across generations to discuss Armistead Maupin’s celebrated series.\n\n\n\nBooking required via Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nBook here.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLGBT Foundation’s Pride in Ageing programme is bringing generations of LGBTQ+ readers together to discuss the Tales of the City series\, at our social book club discussion space. In October we will be discussing the fourth book in the much-celebrated series ‘Babycakes’. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to anyone aged 18+. To be part of this session\, please book a ticket via the eventbrite page here and read the book before the event. The Tales of the City series is widely available from local booksellers and libraries as a paperback and online as an ebook or audiobook. We welcome new readers to the group\, you do not have to attended previous events. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event has been produced by the Pride in Ageing programme at LGBT Foundation. If you have any questions about accessing this event please contact prideinageing@lgbt.foundation. URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/book-club-tales-city/ LOCATION:Fairbairn House\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/babycakes.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pride in Ageing":MAILTO:prideinageing@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241107T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241107T190000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20241018T103911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T104132Z UID:5172-1731002400-1731006000@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Liverpool Pre-Weekend Online Recovery Group DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about your drinking and drug use? Or just want to start the weekend out in a positive way\, connecting with others considering or making changes around substance use? \n\n\n\nIf you are Liverpool based and want to join our recovery community\, then we would love to meet you on our friendly online Friday night Recovery check in group. The group runs from 6pm to 7pm and is a safe\, friendly\, none judgemental space where we have a chat around how you’re feeling\, weekend plans\, drug and alcohol use\, harm reduction\, triggers\, reduction and abstinence – and anything else that is on your mind! \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to join us\, or want to have a chat with us to discuss if this is the group for you then please contact Recovery@lgbt.foundation URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/liverpool-pre-weekend-online-recovery-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241111T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241111T150000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240111T190312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T153233Z UID:4065-1731330000-1731337200@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Over 50's digital cafe DESCRIPTION:Visit Pride in Ageing’s Over 50’s Digital Cafe for coffee and a chat about the benefits of getting online. \n\n\n\nWhether you are a technology beginner or a tech expert all are welcome to our relaxed and LGBTQ+ friendly space. \n\n\n\nNo need to book – just turn up!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit Pride in Ageing’s Over 50’s Digital Cafe for coffee and a chat about the benefits of getting online. There will also be an opportunity to swap tips and tricks on using smartphones\, tablets\, laptops and other digital devices\, how to save money and how to stay safe.  \n\n\n\nThis monthly social space run by our Pride in Ageing programme is centred around LGBTQ+ people aged over 50\, however any adult is welcome to attend. Whether you are a technology beginner or a tech expert all are welcome to our relaxed and LGBTQ+ friendly space. Free Wi-Fi is also provided throughout the session.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: Unfortunately we cannot offer one-on-one troubleshooting or tech support as part of this session\, but we can provide signposting to other relevant services who can help you.  URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/over-50s-digital-cafe/ LOCATION:lgbt foundation\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Website-imagery-189-6-e1708444475717.png ORGANIZER;CN="Pride in Ageing":MAILTO:prideinageing@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241111T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241111T193000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240108T174747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T123408Z UID:4002-1731348000-1731353400@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Women's Group: November Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Women’s social group! Second Monday of the month\, starting at 6pm\n\n\n\n\nSIGN UP ON EVENTBRITE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you’re looking for a chance to connect with like-minded women in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere\, then our Women’s Group is the perfect opportunity. \n\n\n\nNovember’s activity to be announced soon. \n\n\n\nTo ensure our space is welcoming and inclusive\, we require everyone to follow our Safer Spaces Policy. This group is for all LGBTQ+ women and non-binary people who wish to access a women centred space. You must be aged 18+ to attend. \n\n\n\nMade possible thanks to the generous funding of Cheshire Community Fund. \n\n\n\nIt takes place at LGBT Foundation\, Fairbairn House (2nd Floor)\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ. Our venue is accessible by lift and stairs\, and has gender-neutral toilers and an accessible toilet. For more info on getting to us: https://lgbt.foundation/downloads/HowToFindUsJune2023 \n\n\n\nFor any questions or access requirements\, please email women@lgbt.foundation \n\n\n\nPlease note: The Women’s Group will also meet on October 28th for a special Halloween activity\, tickets here. URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/womens-group/ LOCATION:Fairbairn House\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Social-LGBT-Foundation-1592-Pete-Carr-pete-carr-e1704469490990.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Programme":MAILTO:women@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241113T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241113T140000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240612T110031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T144618Z UID:4003-1731499200-1731506400@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Wellbeing Walk DESCRIPTION:GET WALKING AROUND GREATER MANCHESTER WITH YOUR QUEER PEERS\, AND US!\n\n\n\n\nCONTACT THE TEAM TO JOIN\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday 13th November from 12 pm as we walk through the gorgeous Heaton Park. \n\n\n\nPop along for some fresh air and a chat. Don’t worry about the pace you walk at\, it’s more about being out in nature together. \n\n\n\nIn a world that often tries to erase or marginalise our identities\, nurturing queer joy becomes an act of resistance and self-care.   \n\n\n\nSo\, let’s hold onto our joy fiercely and share it with one another by create spaces where all queer voices can thrive. URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/wellbeing-walks/ CATEGORIES:Community Connections,Recovery,Wellbeing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Wellbeing-Walk-Posters-2-chopped-e1712338357378.png ORGANIZER;CN="Recovery Team":MAILTO:recovery@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241118T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241118T193000 DTSTAMP:20241026T190013 CREATED:20240110T185603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T123345Z UID:4060-1731952800-1731958200@lgbt.foundation SUMMARY:Trans Women's Group: November Meeting DESCRIPTION:Monthly social group.\n\n\n\nThis group is for trans women\, trans fems\, trans feminine people\, and any non-binary people wishing to access a trans women centred space\, aged 18+. \n\n\n\n\nSign up via eventbrite\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA social space with workshops and activities. \n\n\n\nNovember’s activity to be announced soon… \n\n\n\nTo ensure our space is welcoming and inclusive\, we require everyone to follow our Safer Spaces Policy. This group is for trans women\, trans fems\, trans feminine people\, and any non-binary people wishing to access a trans women centred space. You must be aged 18+ to attend. URL:https://lgbt.foundation/event/trans-womens-group/ LOCATION:Fairbairn House\, 72 Sackville Street\, Manchester\, M1 3NJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Community Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://lgbt.foundation/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Untitled-design-43.png ORGANIZER;CN="Women's Programme":MAILTO:women@lgbt.foundation END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR