Learning & Life Skills

Beyond depression: a closer look at bipolar disorder

Understanding Bipolar Disorder Workshop
Thursday, February 16
5:00pm

Free and open to the public. What do you really know about bipolar depression? It's a easily misunderstood disorder and those who suffer may not even know they have it.

Free Legal Advice for Non-Criminal Matters

Tuesday September 27
Wednesday September 28
12:30 - 4:30pm

Free and open to the public by appointment only. Sponsored by Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program.

Self Defense:Threat Awareness and Assault Prevention

Wednesday
October 19
7:00 - 8:00pm
Room 111

Free and open to the public. This awareness course focuses on recognizing a potential threat as well as possible options that exist for the best possible outcome regarding personal safety.

Free Internet Class Gets You Beyond Email and Facebook

Using the 'Net Effectively Thursday
September 1
6:30 - 7:30pm
Room 112

Free and open to the public. Do you want to use the internet to be more productive and reach your personal goals, but always end up spending hours on Facebook?

Free Legal Services for HIV+ Persons

Wednesday, July 20th
9:00 am - Noon
Rooms 111 & 112

The Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program offers free legal services including family, civil, and consumer law, and will preparation. Call 713.228.0735 x128 or x151 to make an appointment.

Love to Spend? Regain Control Over Your Finances

Two Dates Offered:
Saturday, August 13th & 27th
9:00am - 1:00pm
Room 111

For anyone new to budgeting, it can be a bit overwhelming at first. Most people think about budgeting the same way they think about dieting; you know it is good for you, but it can seem too much work at times.

Get In Shape for Your Next Job Hunt!

To Be Rescheduled
Saturday, August 6th
8:00am - 12:00pm
Room 111

Laid off or just looking for a change? Join us for a free seminar to learn tips and the tricks to a must-see résumé, ace the interview and connect to those "hard-to-find" jobs.

Free Class Gives Dollar-Stretching Healthy Nutrition Tips

Wednesday, July 29th
6:00 - 7:00pm
Room 111

You are what you eat! Healthy Eating on a Budget will discuss the importance of a healthy diet and getting the nutrition your body needs to improve your quality of life.

Estate Planning for Gay & Lesbian Couples - May 21

Few of us enjoy thinking about what would happen to our property and assets once we have departed this world. In absence of a will, the law generally defaults on the side of married couples--a "privilege" denied same-sex partnerships regardless of their length or legitimacy. Even with a clearly outlined will, there are some potential snags and pitfalls you may not be aware of.

Legal workshop for persons with HIV/AIDS - May 18

Wednesday, May 18th
1:00-4:00pm
Rooms 111 & 112

The Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program is hosting a legal workshop for individuals who are HIV positive. The program offers free legal services--excluding criminal law issues--including family, civil, and consumer law, and will preparation.

Please call 713.228.0735, ext. 128 or ext. 151, to make an appointment.

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Bayou City Boys Club - 111
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 08:00pm
- General meeting for members only. (4 tables)
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Whole Health, Wellness, and Resiliency Peer Group - 106
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 08:00pm
- Free and open to the public. Overwhelmed by diets, workout plans, and big ideas? We’ll help you start small, stay realistic, and improve your health the sensible way. After completing 2-session training on the 10 domains of health and resiliency, you’ll choose a personal wellness goal and then attend a weekly peer support group. For more information, please contact Megan Caldwell at volunteerprogram@montrosecounselingcenter.org
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ERSICSS - 106
- Start time: 08:00pm
- End time: 10:30pm
- Member meeting.
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Today

Cyber Center - 101
- Start time: 10:30am
- End time: 12:00pm
- Free and open to the public. The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a free state-of-the-art computer facility. Five terminals feature Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Internet access, and limited printing capabilities. Volunteers are available during hours of operation to provide guidance and assistance.
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CEU Training - 111
- Start time: 01:00pm
- End time: 04:00pm
- Open to the public. Please register in advance. Continuing Education Units classes will cover rotating topics that include HIV/AID, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Hepatitis, TB, and Cultural Diversity. For more information or to register, please visit www.montrosecounselingcenter.org/?p=675 or call 713.529.0037 (Set-Up 11 a.m., 5 tables)
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Positive Brothers United New Member Orientation - 111
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End time: 06:00pm
- Open to the public. New Member Orientation. Positive Brothers United is a social support group is for GLBT MSM (men seeking men) of color who are HIV positive. Our mission is to offer a safe space to share personal stories, get support, empower and encourage each other while coping with HIV/AIDS (4 tables)
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Cyber Center - 101
- Start time: 05:30pm
- End time: 07:00pm
- Free and open to the public. The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a free state-of-the-art computer facility. Five terminals feature Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Internet access, and limited printing capabilities. Volunteers are available during hours of operation to provide guidance and assistance.
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Positive Brothers United - 111
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 08:00pm
- Open to the public. The social discussion group is for GLBT MSM (men seeking men) of color who are HIV positive. PBU's mission is to offer a safe space to share personal stories, get support, empower and encourage each other while coping with HIV/AIDS (4 tables)
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HATCH - 101
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 10:00pm
- HATCH is dedicated to empowering Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (GLBTQ) adolescents, ages 13-20, to become responsible citizens and positive contributors to society by providing a safe, affirming social environment for GLBTQ youth, offering role models and peer support, providing education on health issues such as HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's) drug and alcohol abuse and suicide prevention, and hosting a variety of helpful and affirming programs for GLBTQ youth.
  http://www.hatchyouth.org
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Tomorrow

Prime Timers Houston - 106/107
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 10:30pm
- Members only. Anniversary Party/ Annual Founding Celebration. $15 entry (Set-Up 5 p.m., 11 tables)
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Dignity Houston - 114
- Start time: 07:30pm
- End time: 09:00pm
- Dignity Houston is an inclusive community of GLBT Catholics and their friends in Houston, Texas. Established in 1974, we have met for prayer and religious services every Saturday evening for three decades. All are invited to our gatherings. (Set-Up 7 p.m., 8 tables)
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Sunday, May 20th

LOAF - 106
- Start time: 02:00pm
- End time: 05:00pm
- Members only. Meet & greet for Lesbians Over Age Fifty (LOAF) (Set-Up at noon, 20 white plastic tables, 4-5 rectangular tables)
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Brother 2 Brother: Art of Forgiveness - 111
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End time: 08:15pm
- Members only. The Art of Forgiveness - Learning to Let Go and Move On. Monthly Brother 2 Brother fellowship and dialogue.(Set-Up 4:45 p.m., 2 tables)
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HATCH - 101
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 09:00pm
- HATCH is dedicated to empowering Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (GLBTQ) adolescents, ages 13-20, to become responsible citizens and positive contributors to society by providing a safe, affirming social environment for GLBTQ youth, offering role models and peer support, providing education on health issues such as HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's) drug and alcohol abuse and suicide prevention, and hosting a variety of helpful and affirming programs for GLBTQ youth.
  http://www.hatchyouth.org
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Monday, May 21st

Cyber Center - 101
- Start time: 10:30am
- End time: 12:00pm
- Free and open to the public. The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a free state-of-the-art computer facility. Five terminals feature Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Internet access, and limited printing capabilities. Volunteers are available during hours of operation to provide guidance and assistance.
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Houston Suicide Prevention Coalition - 326
- Start time: 11:30am
- End time: 01:00pm
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Whole Health, Wellness and Resiliency Peer Group - 111
- Start time: 02:00pm
- End time: 03:00pm
- Free and open to the public. Overwhelmed by diets, workout plans, and big ideas? We’ll help you start small, stay realistic, and improve your health the sensible way. After completing 2-session training on the 10 domains of health and resiliency, you’ll choose a personal wellness goal and then attend a weekly peer support group. For more information, please contact Megan Caldwell at volunteerprogram@montrosecounselingcenter.org (2 tables)
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Cyber Center - 101
- Start time: 05:30pm
- End time: 07:00pm
- Free and open to the public. The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a free state-of-the-art computer facility. Five terminals feature Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Internet access, and limited printing capabilities. Volunteers are available during hours of operation to provide guidance and assistance.
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Introduction to Yoga - 106
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 07:00pm
- Free and open to the public. Introductory yoga class. (0 tables)
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MCC Volunteer Orientation - 328
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 07:00pm
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Kindred Spirits Finance Committee - 327
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End time: 09:00pm
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A Circle of Men of The Mankind Project - 114
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 09:00pm
- No tables requested. Chairs in room will meet group's needs.
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Depression Bipolar Support Group - 111
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 08:30pm
- Open to the public. Free GLBT-dedicated support group for people with depression or bipolar conditions, support individuals, family of choice, and friends. You are welcome to simply show up, or you may contact Montrose Counseling Center at 713.529.0037 or DBSA Greater Houston at 713.600.1131 to Rsvp.
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Tuesday, May 22nd

Cyber Center - 101
- Start time: 10:30am
- End time: 12:00pm
- Free and open to the public. The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a free state-of-the-art computer facility. Five terminals feature Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Internet access, and limited printing capabilities. Volunteers are available during hours of operation to provide guidance and assistance.
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Mindfulness, Well-Being, Stress Reduction - 114
- Start time: 11:00am
- End time: 12:00pm
- Open to the public. We all engage in patterns of thinking and other behaviors that impact our sense of well being. We can reduce the amount of distress we experience and live a more authentic and healthy life by tuning in to what appears in our thoughts, emotions and body. We will practice mindfulness meditation and bring awareness to our daily activities. When we are truly present, wherever we are, we bring peace to ourselves and others. Give yourself the gift of being present for your life.
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Cyber Center - 101
- Start time: 03:00pm
- End time: 05:00pm
- The David Bohnett Cyber Center is a free state-of-the-art computer facility in room 101 of the GLBT Cultural Center. Five terminals feature Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Internet access, and limited printing capabilities. Volunteers are available during hours of operation to provide guidance and assistance.
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HATCH - 101
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End time: 09:00pm
- HATCH is dedicated to empowering Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (GLBTQ) adolescents, ages 13-20, to become responsible citizens and positive contributors to society by providing a safe, affirming social environment for GLBTQ youth, offering role models and peer support, providing education on health issues such as HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's) drug and alcohol abuse and suicide prevention, and hosting a variety of helpful and affirming programs for GLBTQ youth.
  http://www.hatchyouth.org
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Positive Brothers United New Member Orientation - 111
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End time: 06:00pm
- Open to the public. New Member Orientation. Positive Brothers United is a social support group is for GLBT MSM (men seeking men) of color who are HIV positive. Our mission is to offer a safe space to share personal stories, get support, empower and encourage each other while coping with HIV/AIDS (4 tables)
- Add to Google Calendar
Positive Brothers United - 111
- Start time: 06:00pm
- End time: 08:00pm
- Open to the public. The social discussion group is for GLBT MSM (men seeking men) of color who are HIV positive. PBU's mission is to offer a safe space to share personal stories, get support, empower and encourage each other while coping with HIV/AIDS (4 tables)
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LHI Training - 114
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End time: 08:00pm
- Volunteer training for members of Lesbian Health Initiative. (2 tables)
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