Senior Programs

The current generation of LGBTQ+ older adults are the generation of gay liberation and early HIV/AIDS activism. As these seniors age, The Spahr Center offers programs to ensure access to community and peer-to-peer programs so that no LGBTQ+ senior in Marin feels isolated or alone. 

Connect with your community

We offer a variety of recurring programs to help LGBTQ+ seniors connect to other LGBTQ+ seniors in Marin! Click on each program below to learn more.

  • What: This is a fun and casual space to connect while supporting our organization. 10% of drink purchases benefit senior programs at The Spahr Center. RSVP to Will at wboemer@thespahrcenter.org.

    When: 2nd Wednesdays from 4:30-6pm.

    Where: San Rafael Joe’s, 931 4th St in San Rafael.

  • What: Get together with other LGBTQ+ older adults at Margaret Todd Senior Center on the Second Tuesday of each month. Discussion topics vary and you are welcome to bring up topics that are interesting to you! You are welcome to bring your lunch

    When: Every Second Tuesday, from 12:30-2:30. 12:30-1 is time to mingle, and the discussion starts at 1.

    Where: Margaret Todd Senior Center, 1560 Hill Rd, Novato

  • What: Get together with other LGBTQ+ older adults at the San Geronimo Valley Community Center to connect and build community. You are welcome to bring your lunch!

    When: Every Fourth Tuesday, from 12:30-2:30. 12:30-1 is time to eat lunch and mingle, and the program starts at 1.

    Where: San Geronimo Valley Community Center, 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo, CA 94963

  • What: Join us on zoom every Monday and Thursday for a chance to connect with your community and discuss different topics that are relevant to your life.

    When: Every Monday from 7-8 pm and Thursday from 12:30-2pm

    Where: Over Zoom, a virtual meeting platform. Email Bill at bblackburn@thespahrcenter.org for the login instructions.

  • What: Don’t just survive -- THRIVE! This is a discussion group for community members who are long-term survivors of HIV. Connect with others who share similar experiences.

    When: 1st and 3rd Thursdays, reach out to Will for details.

    Where: On Zoom. Email Will at wboemer@thespahrcenter.org for login instructions.

  • What: Get together with other LGBTQ+ men to have lunch and have fun! Bring your own lunch. We have a microwave that you are welcome to use.

    When: Last Friday of the month from 12-1:30.

    Where: The Spahr Center, 150 Nellen Ave Suite 100 in Corte Madera

Get connected!

Fill out this form and Bill Blackburn, Manager of LGBTQ+ Senior Programs, will reach out to you and add you to our newsletter’s mailing list. You are welcome to email Bill directly at bblackburn@thespahrcenter.org.

Click on any of the following links to learn more about our other programs:

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