Don't wait for health to come to you this fall. Find workshops, support groups, sporting events, walks and more for the LGBT community – wherever you are in Michigan.
Alpena
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 26
Alpena's Bayview Band Shell
989-356-6083
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Queer Aquatics
Sundays at 10-11:30 a.m. in September through May
Mack Pool
715 Brooks Street, Ann Arbor
http://www.a2qua.com
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide.
12-2 p.m. Sept. 20
Gallup Park
734-761-2988
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
1-4 p.m. Sept. 27
Detroit Edison Building Parking Lot
734-544-0015
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Light the Night Walk
A walk to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
7 p.m. Oct. 10
Community High School, 401 N. Division
248-581-3898
http://www.lightthenight.org
Bay City
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 26
Wenonah Park, Friendship Shell
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Benton Harbor
Whole Lives, Healthy Lives
A free support group for LGBT adults that is designed to provide a safe, therapeutic and LGBT-affirming environment for participants to talk about any aspect of their life in which they need support.
Mondays from 7-8:30 p.m.
Out and Affirmation Center of Berrien County, 132 Water Street
269-925-8330
http://www.outcenter.org
LGBT-Affirming AA/NA Meeting
Tuesdays from 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Out and Affirmation Center of Berrien County, 132 Water Street
269-925-8330
http://www.outcenter.org
Life Skills Workshop Series
A free workshop series that covers topics like conflict resolution, HIV/AIDS awareness, sexual abuse, personal finance, relationships and other basics of life. It's a chance to practice new skills, focus on a special interest, or learn something new.
Mondays as scheduled from 7-8:30 p.m.
Out and Affirmation Center of Berrien County, 132 Water Street
269-925-8330
http://www.outcenter.org
Detroit
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 3
Belle Isle Nature Zoo
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
12-3 p.m. Sept. 13
Detroit Riverfront Conservancy
586-362-8611
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Tour de Troit
A 40-mile ride around Detroit. Fee: $25 per bicyclist, $15 for students.
10 a.m. Sept. 19
313-962-2425
http://www.tour-de-troit.org
Ferndale
Caring Partners
A free support and discussion group for LGBT people caring for a partner with Alzheimer's disease or other related dementia.
Fourth Wednesday of the month from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
Health Advisory Council
LGBT and allied professionals in the health and human services fields come together to help advise and promote Affirmations' Health and Human Services Program.
Takes place the fourth Thursday of every month from 7-9 p.m.
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
Youth-Only HIV Testing
Free and anonymous HIV testing and counseling provided by AIDS Partnership Michigan or MAPP for youth between the ages of 14-24. No appointment necessary.
Fridays from 6-9 p.m.
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
HIV Testing
Free and anonymous HIV testing and counseling is provided weekly by AIDS Partnership Michigan. No appointment necessary.
Thursdays from 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Saturdays from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
Yoga
All skill levels and abilities are welcome. Cost is $5 for everyone.
Saturdays from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
Team Detroit Aquatics
Tuesdays at 7:45 p.m.
Ferndale High School, 881 Pinecrest
http://www.teamdetroitaquatics.org
Statewide LGBT Tobacco Coalition
Sept. 10
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
Flu Shot Clinic
Oct. 8
Affirmations, 290 W. Nine Mile Road
248-398-7105
http://www.goaffirmations.org
Flint
Safer Sex Table and Workshops
Held on the third floor of the University Center building. Free condoms, safe sex packets and more.
Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
University of Michigan-Flint
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
1-4 p.m. Sept. 26
University Pavilion, downtown
810-232-0888
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Grand Rapids
Free HIV Testing
Thursdays from 5-7 p.m.
The Network, 345 Atlas Ave.
616-913-8200
http://www.the-lgbt-network.org
Grand Rapids Front Runners
An LGBT running and walking group.
Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Riverside Park, 2001 Monroe Ave.
Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.
East Grand Rapids Public Library, 746 Lakeside Drive
http://www.grfrontrunners.org
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 3
Rosa Parks Circle, Monroe Avenue and Monroe Center Avenue
616-459-9063
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Oct. 3
Millenium Park
616-819-8099
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Light the Night Walk
A walk to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
7 p.m. Oct. 10
Greater Grand Rapids YMCA, 475 Lake Michigan Drive
616-957-1840
http://www.lightthenight.org
Grosse Isle
Grosse Isle Ride
A 16-mile ride with Get Out Bike.
10 a.m. Oct. 4
Grosse Isle High School
248-943-2411
http://www.getoutbike.com
Iron Mountain
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
12-3 p.m. Sept. 12
Fumee Lake Natural Area, East Entrance
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Kalamazoo
Trans.cend
A social support group for transgender people and their friends, families and allies. Hosted by CARES
Second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and fourth Sunday of the month at 4:30 p.m., Kalamazoo Gay and Lesbian Resource Center, 629 Pioneer Street
http://www.kglrc.org
Youth Group
For young people ages 13-20. Provides friendship, acceptance and resources.
Thursdays from 7-9 p.m.
Kalamazoo Gay and Lesbian Resource Center, 629 Pioneer Street
http://www.kglrc.org
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
12-3 p.m. Sept. 12
Bronson Park, downtown
269-913-2248
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Light the Night Walk
A walk to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
7 p.m. Oct. 17
Bronson Park, 200 W. South Street
616-957-1840
http://www.lightthenight.org
Lansing
HIV Testing
Free, anonymous and confidential.
Tuesdays from 3-9 p.m.
Lansing Area AIDS Network
913 W. Holmes, Suite 115
HIV Testing
Free, anonymous and confidential.
Thursdays from 6-9 p.m.
Young's Lansing, 513 E. Grand River
HIV Testing
Free, anonymous and confidential.
Thursdays from 6-9 p.m.
Listening Ear, 313 W. Grand River
LGBT Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
Mondays at 7:30 p.m.
University Lutheran Church, 1020 S. Harrison
LGBT Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting
Fridays at 6:30 p.m.
University United Methodist Church, 1120 S. Harrison
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 27
Valley Court Park, 400 Hillside Court
517-394-3560
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Marquette
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 19
Marquette Commons
906-235-1969
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Midland
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
1-3 p.m. Aug. 30
Northwood University, Hach Center
989-781-5260
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Milford
Watermelon Water Wheel Waddle
The annual event for LGBT bikers, kayakers, hikers and picnickers.
9 a.m. Sept. 12
Kensington Metropark, Boat Launch Area
248-943-2411
http://www.getoutbike.com
Munising
Out of the Darkness Walk
A walk to raise awareness about depression and suicide
10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 26
People's State Bank
906-387-2006
http://www.outofthedarkness.org
Novi
Two Lakes Ride
A 14-mile ride with Get Out Bike, ending with a barbecue at Walled Lake.
10 a.m. Aug. 23
Meet on E. Lake Drive
248-943-2411
http://www.getoutbike.com
Royal Oak
Motown Frontrunners
A group of masochists, enthusiasts, fanatics and other social beings dedicated to the fine arts of conversation and eating with a little running thrown in for measure.
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays at 9:30 a.m.
Pronto, 608 S. Washington
http://www.frontrunners.org/clubs/motown
Support Group
A group for women living with HIV/AIDS.
Mondays from 6-7:30 p.m.
Higher Ground, 26998 Woodward Ave.
586-427-1259
http://hghiv.org
Support Group
A group for men living with HIV/AIDS.
Mondays from 7:45-9:15 p.m.
Higher Ground, 26998 Woodward Ave.
586-427-1259
http://hghiv.org
Yoga Class
A class for people living with HIV/AIDS. Recommended donation: $5.
Thursdays at 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Higher Ground, 26998 Woodward Ave.
586-427-1259
http://hghiv.org
AIDS Walk Detroit
A walk to raise funds for Steppin' Out and other HIV/AIDS organizations. Registration opens at 8 a.m.
Royal Oak Farmer's Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road
9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 20
http://www.aidswalkdetroit.org
Light the Night Walk
A walk to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
7 p.m. Oct. 2
Memorial Park, West 13 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue
248-581-3898
http://www.lightthenight.org
Traverse City
AIDS Walk Michigan
An annual walk to raise funds for local HIV/AIDS services.
1-4 p.m. Oct. 4
1910 medalie Park, 1910 S. Airport
http://www.aidswalkmichigan.org
Rochester
Paint Creek Trail Ride
A ride into Lake Orion and back with Get Out Bike.
10 a.m. Sept. 6
Rochester Municipal Park
248-943-2411
http://www.getoutbike.com
Clinton River Trail
A 20-mile ride with Get Out Bike.
10 a.m. Sept. 27
Dequindre and 24 Mile Road
248-943-2411
http://www.getoutbike.com
Paint Creek Trail Ride
A ride into Lake Orion and back with Get Out Bike.
10 a.m. Oct. 11
248-943-2411
http://www.getoutbike.com
Wyandotte
Light the Night Walk
A walk to raise funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
7 p.m. Oct. 16
Downtown at Biddle Street and Elm Street
248-581-3898
http://www.lightthenight.org
Ypsilanti
Rainbow Bowling League
Bowlers of all capabilities are welcome. Cost: $13 per week.
Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Ypsi-Arbor Lanes, 2985 Washtenaw Ave.
734-434-1110
http://www.rainbowbowlingleague.com
