The Center for Sexuality & Gender Diversity

10/23/2026

10/16/2026

Join us for another offering of our Teen & Y.A. Self Care Day! This is a relaxed and low-pressure space for teens and young adults to learn about and practice self care together. We offer different activities and resources for participants to engage with on their own time, and participation is always optional. This space is for ages 13-17 & 18-26! We hope to see you tomorrow Friday October 16th from 5-8pm at 707 18th st. Questions? Contact [email protected]

10/12/2026

Our Teen & Y.A. Discord Server will be open Thursday October 1st & Wednesday October 14th from 4-8pm this month! Come chill with us in a safe and affirming digital space. This space hosts separate chat room spaces for ages 13-17 and 18-26. This is a great place to decompress, get support, and make friends with other 2SLGBTQIA+ young people your age in Kern County. These spaces are open twice a month so that Staff/facilitators are always online to moderate and give support. We also post our monthly fliers, community resources, and other updates to the server- so this is a great way to stay updated with The Center, as well as meet others. Not in the Discord yet? Head to the linktree in our instagram bio, visit linktr.ee/thecenterbak, or contact [email protected]!

10/07/2026

Creativity Club is a set aside time to create in community. Do you have a project that you have been trying to get off the ground? Do you need time and space to dedicate to your idea baby? Does your creative idea need nourishment from others? This is the time and space to connect with other creatives who want to share their spark with the world.

Join us from 6:45-8pm at 707 18th St on select Thursdays for this new space led by Natalie Lockard.

10/04/2026

You're invited to the 3rd Annual Jambooree Halloween Party! Our Youth & Y.A. Council have been working hard to bring back this engaging & family friendly Halloween Event for all the local ghosts and ghouls. 👻✨

Drop-in anytime between 1pm-4pm on October 31st at 707 18th St before your evening Halloween activities 🎃✨ and participate in various craft activities, face painting, tarot readings, and more!

Costumes are highly encouraged, but not required, and we hope you come however you feel most comfortable. For those that do want to show-off your costume, stay tuned for sign-ups to participate in our Costume Runwayyy 👠🪩🕺💅

We hope to see you there! ✨🦇

10/03/2026

Join us on an 8 week writing adventure through the Tarot’s Major Arcana cards, hosted by Venus Fultz! This is a space for writers at any phase (beginning or well seasoned) to play and explore your writing, whether you have a project you’re working on or want to begin a new writing piece; this journey will help you to delve deep into your writing process like never before.

We welcome writing of all types- poetry, prose, fiction, nonfiction, journaling, or any other form of writing you desire. We will learn about 3 Major Arcana cards each session, spend time writing during the session, and hold space for folks to share what they wrote (optional). This workshop is hosted on Zoom. Open to all writers 18+. To sign up, visit linktr.ee/thecenterbak! Questions? Contact [email protected].

10/01/2026

Sundays have gotten a lot more cozy at The Center this October. 🧡🍁 😊

Join us on select Sundays this month for volunteer-led Mindfulness Meditation from 12-1:30pm at The Center! This space is open to all ages, families are welcome!

Community Drop In Hours run each Sunday this October from 2-5pm. This is a great opportunity for folks of all ages to get familiar with The Center, play games, craft, and hang out.

All are welcome! We hope to see you around!

10/01/2026

Check out our Kaleidoscope space for youth ages 12 and under (parents and families welcome) on Saturday October 3rd from 11am-1pm at 707 18th St. This space is great for LGBTQIA+ youth, or any youth seeking a supportive and affirming space to make friends. We have various games and crafts available for the kids to enjoy. Contact [email protected] to join the contact list and for more info!

09/30/2026

Join PFLAG a special film presentation Thursday October 1st at the Beale Memorial Library (701 Truxtun Ave) from 6 to 8pm with a reception following at The Center (707 18th St) from 8 to 9pm.

PFLAG Meetings are an affirming and welcoming space for parents, family members, allies, and LGBTQIA+ people to build community and get support. All are welcome! These meetings are a great monthly space to meet others and connect with affirming folks in our local community. PFLAG is an organization working to create a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people. PFLAG supports families, educates allies, and advocates for equality through their network of supporters, members, and chapters across the country.