Frederick County Support Group for Sexual Assault

Safe Space Healing is an open and ongoing free weekly support group specifically for adult LGBTQ people who have experiences sexual assault or abuse. It is facilitated by licensed therapists from Heartly House. The support group provides a safe space that promotes healing by addressing issues of safety, the emotional impact, moving through experiences and supporting resiliency. Interested applicants for this free weekly support group should contact Heartly House at 301-662-8800. The time, day, and location of the group will be disclosed to applicants after they complete a successful phone intake process.

Fifth Annual Frederick Pride Welcomes Over 5,000 People

Over 5,000 people attended the fifth annual Frederick Pride on Saturday, June 25th, presented by the Frederick Center. Over 70 vendors – including non-profits, churches, small businesses, artists, and Frederick County agencies – set up along Carroll Creek Linear Park. In other parts of Frederick, business owners posted “Frederick Pride Ally” decals in their shop windows, indicating a safe space and a special discount for Pride attendees. From the ecumenical church service before the festival began, to the after-party at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Maryland, Frederick Pride went strong all day long.

The Frederick Center Elects

New Boardmembers The Frederick Center Board elected officers at the April board meeting. Kristopher Fair was elected as the new chair, Maureen Connors was re-elected vice chair, and Peter Brehm was re-elected treasurer. Adam DeBaugh remains secretary. New members Ruth Bushnell and Emily Perper have also joined the board.

Helping-Profesionals Welcome at LGBT-Themed Conference

Welcoming Frederick is a one-day conference dedicated to providing professionals with the tools necessary to build affirming communities and schools for LGBTQ youth and adults. They have assembled a dynamic panel of facilitators from across Maryland. Experts from FreeState Legal, GLSEN Baltimore, Chase Brexton, and other organizations will be sharing their knowledge with our community.

Helping-Profesionals Welcome at LGBT-Themed Conference

Welcoming Frederick is a one-day conference dedicated to providing professionals with the tools necessary to build affirming communities and schools for LGBTQ youth and adults. They have assembled a dynamic panel of facilitators from across Maryland. Experts from FreeState Legal, GLSEN Baltimore, Chase Brexton, and other organizations will be sharing their knowledge with our community.

Helping-Profesionals Welcome at LGBT-Themed Conference

Welcoming Frederick is a one-day conference dedicated to providing professionals with the tools necessary to build affirming communities and schools for LGBTQ youth and adults. They have assembled a dynamic panel of facilitators from across Maryland. Experts from FreeState Legal, GLSEN Baltimore, Chase Brexton, and other organizations will be sharing their knowledge with our community.

The Frederick Center Heats Up February with Carnival 2016

The Frederick Center is hosting the second annual Carnival celebration Saturday February 6th, 2016 from 7 p.m. to midnight. The masquerade / creative cocktail affair is being held at the Hampton Inn Frederick. Themed for the period of time leading up to Lent, the fun evening of dancing also serves to raise funds for The Frederick Center, the county’s non-profit organization which supports the local LGBTQ community.