PROGRAMS

THIS WEEK

Monday:

10:00 AM – Ballet Cancelled

Tuesday:

11:30 AM- Lunch

5:00 PM – Grief & Loss Support Group

3:45 PM – Strength & Balance 

Wednesday:

1:00 PM – Trans Support Group

3:30 PM – Yoga 

Thursday:

11:30 AM- Lunch 

Friday:

10:30 AM – Qigong

Tickets & Nominations

Even better, the Pillars of Pride 2025 website is now live! Head over to:

• Get your ticket and join us in celebrating community resilience.
• Nominate a community pillar—someone who has made a real difference.

    A reminder that the deadline to nominate is March 17th by 5 PM

• Spread the word! We’ve put together a Community Toolkit filled with posters, social media posts, and other assets to help share the excitement. We encourage you to use these materials to amplify the event and invite others to join the celebration!

Get Ready for Pillars of Pride Coming in May!

By Laney Williams

Mark your calendars and get your tickets for Pillars of Pride. Established in 2022, this annual event honors LGBTQ+ elders who have given their time and talents to the community. We owe them many thanks and this yearly celebration reminds us of what it takes to keep our community strong and vibrant. We’re inspired to do more and involve ourselves in our LGBTQ+ world in ways that we may not have thought of previously. Now, more than ever, this inspiration can keep us going, keep us involved and keep us celebrating.

Pillars of Pride takes place May 3 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the beautiful event space Axis Pioneer Square 308 1st Ave. South, Seattle.

In the coming weeks, we’ll give you a glimpse into the lives of previous honorees. In the meantime, be sure to get your tickets early and also please nominate someone who you feel is helping to make our community more united and vibrant.

Here are the nomination categories for this year’s honorees:

Building Belonging:

This is an LGBTQIA+ senior who has a hunger for connecting with our community, and seniors in particular. They are the glue that keeps our big chosen family together and they are the ones to reach out to newcomers and give them a sense of belonging.

Community Catalyst:

Working for justice in the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond, this senior has given their time and energy to the needs of others. They might have risked their safety or used their privilege and power to uplift marginalized communities and challenge the status quo.

Iconic Artistry:

Making art central to their life, this LGBTQIA+ elder communicates and shares their ideas and inspiration through artistry, whether it be painting, writing, dancing, poetry or acting. They inspire us with their creativity and remind us of the importance of beauty in our world.

You can reserve your tickets to this gala event here: https://genprideseattle.org/pop25

And nominate honorees here:

Please be sure to nominate by March 17th at 5pm and watch our newsletter and website for upcoming details about previous honorees. Let’s keep our community strong and come together to remember those who help keep us united!

HOT LUNCH: EVERY TUES/THURS

Join us for Hot Lunch at GenPride! LGBT+ seniors and friends, come enjoy a delicious meal and wonderful company every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Don’t miss out on the chance to share a meal, connect, and enjoy the community. We’ll see you there!

Doors open at 10 am, don’t miss out!

Where: GenPride Community Center

1521 Broadway, Suite A, Seattle 98122

DETAILS:

60 years and over: $5.00 Freewill Donation

Under 60 years: $10.00 per meal

No reservation is required. 

** We love your pets, but please leave them home during lunch Service animals are always allowed During our open hours (outside of lunch) we would love to see your well behaved animals.

**UPDATE: Starting in April, the GenPride Hot Lunch Program will start serving Lunch at 12PM – 1PM. Open hours will start at 10 AM and go till 3 PM.

March 11th: *Veg Option



Breakfast for Lunch

Scrambled Eggs

Roasted Potatoes &

Vegetables

Bacon

Biscuits & Jam

Fruit

March 13th:

Chicken, Pork & Bean Stew

Roasted Broccoli

Roll

Fruit

Dessert

Join Us for the BIPOC LGBTQIA2S+ Senior Lunch!

Monday, March 24th

Doors open at 10 AM | Lunch served at 11:30 AM

At the GenPride Center



Join us for our monthly LGBTQIA2S+ BIPOC Senior Lunch, a welcoming space for BIPOC LGBTQ+ adults 50+ to connect, share a meal, and build community.

Menu details coming soon! We’re working on bringing you a delicious catered meal, so stay tuned for updates.

GenPride is committed to racial equity, creating spaces where BIPOC LGBTQ+ elders feel valued and celebrated. https://genprideseattle.org/racial-equity-statement/

📩 RSVP or get more info: elisa@genprideseattle.org

We look forward to seeing you there! 💜

Embracing Elderhood: A New Chapter in Aging with Pride! 🌿

Our wellness and aging group has a new name and an even brighter focus! Embracing Elderhood is a welcoming space to celebrate the positive aspects of aging and elderhood. Join us for engaging discussions, insightful workshops, and a community that values growing older with pride and joy.

Next Meeting: Wednesday, March 19

Let’s explore the meaningful ways we impact each other and embrace the wisdom and joy of aging together. We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences!

📅 When: Wednesday, March 19

📍 Where: GenPride Center – 2PM

Come be part of the conversation—we’re excited to grow with you!

Call for Submissions: Lesbian Home Journal Returns!

Lesbian Home Journal, first published in 1976 by a group of Lesbian Feminists, is making a long-awaited return nearly 50 years later! The journal was originally created to elevate the traditional writings of lesbians—diaries, letters, dreams, and memoirs—that were often overlooked.

Now, a third issue is in the works, and submissions are open! Lesbian-identified women, including transgender women and female-identified individuals, are invited to submit writings of 700 words or less, as well as photos, art, graphics, and comics.

📅 Deadline: October 1, 2025

📩 Submit via email: maridee_bonadea@yahoo.com

📬 Or by mail: Maridee BonaDea, PO Box 1123, Vashon, WA 98070

Be part of this historic revival and share your voice!

Join Us for the LGBTQ Community & SPD Advisory Board Meeting with our meetings now meeting on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month!

The Community-Run LGBTQ and SPD Advisory Board invites you to an important dialogue about safety and inclusion in our community.

Event Details:

📍 Location: 1620 12th Ave Art Building

📅 Date: Wednesday, March 12th, 2025

⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

 Guest Speaker: Dr. Loren Atherley, Director of Data Programs for Seattle Police Department

SUPPORT GROUPS & VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES!

We’re excited to remind everyone that there are still several support group programs and new volunteer opportunities available! We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals to step up as Support Group Facilitators for various senior groups in our community. If you—or someone you know—would like to help foster connection and provide meaningful social and emotional support, this is a fantastic way to make an impact.

Check out the Facilitator Requirements PDF for each group to see if this role is right for you. Join us in strengthening our community connections!



Women’s Support Group Facilitator – Join our Senior Women’s Discussion Group, a supportive space for women-identifying individuals aged 50+ to connect, share, and explore their experiences. This group fosters community and open discussions around shared experiences within the LGBTQIA+ senior community.

If you’re interested, reach out to Charles at mariah@genprideseattle.org to apply.

Hot Lunch Volunteer – Help serve and prepare meals for our community members, creating a warm and welcoming dining experience.

If you’re interested, reach out to Charles at charles@genprideseattle.org to apply.

Welcome Volunteer – Be the first friendly face visitors see and assist with front desk duties, helping create an inclusive space for all.

If you’re interested, reach out to Charles at charles@genprideseattle.org to apply.

Senior HIV Discussion Group Facilitator

Come join a discussion group for LGBTQ+ seniors living with HIV today. This group will be a supportive, non-judgmental space for folks to discuss shared experiences, services, local resources, and more! This group meets in person.  

Help Us Shine On GOOGLE!

GenPride is now on Google Maps and Search! This means more LGBTQ+ seniors can find our Center, programs, resources, and support—but we need your help to spread the word.

If you’ve benefited from or believe in GenPride’s mission, please leave us a positive review on Google. Your words will help others discover and trust what we do, allowing us to reach more folks who can benefit from our work.

It only takes a moment to make a huge difference!

Our website, GenPrideSeattle.org, just got a fresh new look! Now, finding information on all our programs and services is simpler, cleaner, and (dare we say?) a whole lot prettier! We’ve streamlined everything to make it easier to find exactly what you need.

Find all program info anytime on our Programs page for the latest on what’s happening at GenPride.

All GenPride Programming is free for the community, with support and funding from the City of Seattle