Trans
Middle School Trans Support
Ages 11 to 14
A safe, welcoming space for trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming middle school students to connect, share experiences, and find support. Led by peers and guided by a supportive facilitator.
When: Wednesdays, 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Dates: Nov 18, Nov 25, Dec 2 & Dec 9
High School Trans Support
Ages 15 to 18
A free, open support group for trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming high school students. Led by peers and guided by a supportive facilitator, it is a space to share experiences and build community.
When: Thursdays, 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Dates: Nov 19, Dec 3 & Dec 10
Trans Support Reno (TSR): Adult Peer-to-Peer Support Group
A peer-to-peer support group for trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming adults to connect, share, and support one another.
When: Tuesdays, 6:00 to 8:00 PM (2nd Tuesdays end at 7:00 PM)
Transparenting
A support group for parents and caregivers of trans and gender-diverse kids to connect, ask questions, and learn from each other.
When: Third Thursday of the month, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
YOUTH
QSU Middle School: Queer Student Union
Middle school students
A student-led space for middle schoolers to find community, learn about queer history, and explore what it means to be a good ally. A welcoming place to make friends, share ideas, and be yourself.
When: Mondays, 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Dates: Nov 16, Nov 23, Nov 30 & Dec 7
QSU High School: Queer Student Union
High school students (WCSD)
A student-led collective built by students from seven WCSD high schools. Students gather to learn about queer history, build community connections, and bring awareness to the importance of allyship. All high school students are welcome, including those looking to bring QSU to their own campus.
When: Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Dates: Nov 17, Nov 24, Dec 1 & Dec 8
Senior
Senior Coffee Time
Join a fun group of smart people who get together weekly to chat, talk, dialog, discuss, have a chin -wag, natter or exchange. Donuts and coffee and fun.
The group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 2pm.
Queer Veteran's Brew Crew
Join us every third Saturday from 10am–12pm for coffee, connection, and conversation. Whether you’ve got sea stories, ground tales, or sky-high adventures—come hang, talk, and share what needs sharing.
Health
HIV and STD Testing
Free HIV and STD testing are available by appointment only. Call 775-328-2470 to schedule an appointment. Appointments are available weekly on Thursdays from 1pm to 5pm.
Recovery Communities
- Out and Sober AA Meeting Wednesday nights.
- Women Encouraging Women – Alanon meets in Saturday mornings from 10:15am – 12:30pm.
- Live and Let Live meets weekly on Thursdays, 7pm-8pm.
- Alphabet Soup meets weekly on Tuesdays, 7pm-8pm.
- SMART Recovery Group meets weekly on Friday at 4:30pm-5:30pm
- Weekly Community Health Alliance (CHA) Substance Use Support Group meets weekly on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Weekly Community Health Alliance (CHA) Support Group: Rotating Topics meets every Monday at 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Community Connection
EmbrACE AROself
This peer to peer support group explores asexuality/aromanticism and provides space for people to explore and talk in a positive and encouraging environment.
EmbrACE AROself is held on the third Thursday of every month, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM.
Mutual Aid Mondays
Weekly virtual meetings focused on collective community support.
Join link available on our Instagram.
On the last Monday of each month, join us for an in-person potluck @OurCenter.
Families
Sip Sisters
Here is It’s the perfect spot to meet, chat, and enjoy a warm cup of coffee with other amazing women in the community. Whether you're looking to make new friends or just enjoy a cozy conversation, Sip Sisters is the place to be! All women-identifying folx are welcome!
Rainbow Hearts Playgroup
Rainbow Hearts Playgroup is a welcoming space for kids to play, connect, and just be themselves, while parents and caregivers build community, share experiences, and support one another on this beautiful journey.
Contact Jessica at homesliceproductions@gmail.com for up-to-date meeting details
Our Gallery
Our Gallery regularly features artwork, such as paintings, photography, and other fine art media, from local artists.
This work is available to view and purchase during Our Center’s open hours, and each gallery typically has an accompanying opening or closing reception to celebrate the artist and their work. Past artists to display work include Jana Sayson, a group exhibition featuring reflections by queer youth, and Rachel Grey.
Contact Stacey Spain at stacey@ourcenterreno.org if you are interested in hosting an art gallery reception, displaying art, or selling art as donation to Our Center.