Queer in Canton
Community Center
Location:
2663 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, OH 44709
Hours:
Monday | closed to drop-ins, events only
Tuesday - Wednesday | 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursday | 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday - Sunday| closed to drop-ins, events only
Special Dates:
Tuesdays | Game Night
Thursdays (4-7 p.m.) | Youth Room (ages 12-17)
Please note that we'll be closed on these holidays:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day
Our Story
On August 25, 2023, Queer in Canton celebrated the official opening of its community center in partnership with Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio.
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Queer in Canton Founder and Executive Director Abby Henry and Co-Director of Youth Programs Wendy Woodson, as well as PPOGH President and CEO Erica Wilson-Domer.
Services at the center will include monthly peer support groups and social gatherings; a community closet for people who are transitioning and others to get free, affirming clothes; and youth programs.
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What does the Queer in Canton Community Center offer?
Safe Space
We will provide a safe space for the LGBTQ+ Community to hang out and be their authentic selves. Play games, watch movies, read books, listen to music with your friends and community members.
Resource Distribution
We will hand out free safer sex kits (condoms, dental dams, lube, etc), harm reduction supplies, and information about local and national resources.
Support Groups
We will host our peer-led support groups. Currently we offer a monthly support group for LGBTQ+ community members and allies, and a monthly parent support group.
Community Events
We will plan and host events to bring LGBTQ+ folks across Stark County together such as closet swaps, movie nights, game nights, drag shows, etc.
Youth programs for individuals 12-17-years-old will be offered at our Queer in Canton Community Center in The Mayne Room. Provided support will include: Tutoring, support group, community closet, parent meetings, speakers, snacks, and activities.
**Please note the Mayne Room has separate hours. Contact us for details.
Community Closet
A community closets featuring gently-used and new clothes, accessories, shoes, and hygiene products for people who are transitioning and others to get free, affirming clothes