Howard Brown Health Center now offers an Alternative Insemination (AI) Program for the lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer community.  Our AI Program provides holistic, affirming care to individuals, couples, and families as they prepare for pregnancy and begin the conception process.

The Forty Plus group includes, but is not limited to individuals who identify as lesbian, bisexual, or transgender women who are at least 40 years of age. The group is led by a facilitator, but the activities are defined by the participants.

On-site GED programming to help LGBTQ individuals and allies to continue their education and to seek better job placement opportunities. The GED program is a comprehensive community learning course in collaboration between Center on Halsted and Truman Community College. Students and teachers meet 2 times a week to prepare for Read more [...]

The Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame is both a historic event and an exhibit. Through the Hall of Fame, residents of Chicago and the world are made aware of the contributions of Chicago’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities and the communities’ efforts to eradicate homophobic bias and Read more [...]

Artemis Singers is a lesbian feminist chorus comprised of women with diverse backgrounds who are dedicated to performing music written or arranged by women. The chorus works to effect positive change in cultural attitudes toward women and women artists, as well as to increase the visibility of lesbian feminists. Membership Read more [...]

A monthly open mic for queer women of color and allies on the heels of its predecessor, POWWOW, Inc’s departure from hosting a weekly open mic for black lesbians. Held on Chicago’s predominately black southside at one of the city’s oldest gay bars, it has quickly become a support network Read more [...]

Our medical team offers confidential services for all lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals’ primary health care needs, including full gynecological care, routine health screenings, and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses.

Chicagoland Professionals is a social group which provides gay and lesbian professionals the opportunity to meet and network. We are opening the door for networking and discussion with like-minded individuals in a safe environment that respects each individual. Current members come from diverse backgrounds such as law, sales, and the Read more [...]

In June of 2011, Center on Halsted announced plans with Heartland Alliance to build the Midwest’s first affordable LGBTQ Senior Housing facility on the lot adjacent. The six-story apartment building will include 80 studio and 1-bedroom apartments designed for independent seniors, retail space and community rooms for classes and special Read more [...]

The Lesbian and Bisexual Moms Roundtable will become the Proud Parents Group in December 2013 and is for parents and co-parents in the LGBT community who are interested in activities for families with children and information about parenting/co-parenting, looking for outings with their children, or want to have a supportive Read more [...]

We are one of the largest feminist bookstores in the country, stocking more than 30,000 books by and about women, children’s books for all ages, and the best of lesbian and gay fiction and non-fiction. Anything we don’t have in stock we can usually get in a few days’ time, Read more [...]

Are you currently or previously married, but think that you might be a lesbian, bisexual or gay? If so, join us for Women Like Me, an ongoing women’s discussion and support group for women who are in or coming out of a marriage or long term heterosexual relationship. In our Read more [...]

Join LCCP for a free literary-meets-lesbian monthly Book Club that welcomes all lesbian, bisexual, queer, transgender and questioning women interested in thought-provoking discussion. Appetizers will be served.

Are you a woman who finds herself attracted to other women? Are you beginning to question your sexuality? Do you think you might be lesbian, bisexual or gay? If so, our Women’s Coming Out Group is for you! In our safe and affirming setting, women have the opportunity to discuss Read more [...]