About us
Come one, come all for my fellow LGBTQIA+ folks! Have you been wanting to make more friends across the pride rainbow? Wanting a safe space to hang out while also getting to try new activities with your future best friends? Then the Sounds gay. I'm in! is right for you!
This group is to meet and have fun with new and interesting people across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. We'll hold meetups at gay bars, coffee shops, volunteering, and activities! We're open to lots of suggestions for what interests y'all, the goal is provide a safe and fun atmosphere for all.
Let me be perfectly queer- if your excited to get out and make new friends, we can't wait to meet you!
PS: On our Discord group, we will be hosting online events to include Among Us, Jackbox Party, Movie nights, and more!
Upcoming events
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Mental & Emotional Health Discussion
Johnson County Library, Monticello, 22435 W. 66th St, Shawnee, ks, USLet's go deeper than our everyday conversations and connect over a discussion about emotions and mental health. This event is a safe space to have meaningful discussions about feelings and experiences we go through in life. If you're interested in reading, learning about, and discussing these topics, this group is for you!
About the book:
We will use Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart as a framework and prompt for discussions. Brené has compiled 87 emotional and cognitive experiences and detailed a grounded theory for connection! Reading the book is optional, as I'll likely read much of it aloud during our meetings and have a copy available. I've found it to be a great resource. Please check it out from your local library or purchase a copy! It's also available as an audiobook.What to expect:
The library opens at 9 am, so we usually take about 10 minutes after arriving to chat and share a snack if anyone brings treats! After we have settled, we get into the book. For the final 30 minutes, we will add to our working collective map. You can write, draw, or glue items to it. I will have some materials available, but feel free to bring your own as well.How to find us:
After entering the Johnson County Library Monticello location (in Shawnee), proceed upstairs (if you look up and to the right, you can see the glass-walled, semicircular conference room overlooking the lobby). At the top of the stairs, make a U-turn. The room will then be on your right.Other Notes:
Our location is subject to change month-to-month because of the availability of library study rooms. So, double-check the posted location and comments before heading out!Space is limited. Please be mindful of others who might want to attend the event. If something comes up, modify your rsvp.
4 attendees
Mindful Art-Making: LGBTQIA+ Art Therapy Group
Lenexa City Center Library, 8778 Penrose Lane,, Lenexa, KS, USCurious about Art Therapy? Everyone is welcome at this mindful art-making meetup facilitated by ESU Art Therapy student Tyler Reagan. Practice mindful art-making in a safe, inclusive environment. Pause, decompress, unwind, process emotions, and ground yourself.
What to Expect:
Participants may work on the directive provided each week or on their own. Emphasis will be on the art-making process itself. Directives will include a variety of mixed media. Discover that therapy is much more than drawing/painting!Typical session structure: Introduction, Warmup, Directive/Art-Making, Optional Sharing, and Clean Up.
Limited art supplies will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies for a greater variety of materials.
When:
Join us Sundays, 3:15-5 pm, May 31-August 2 (10 sessions) at any session.Where:
Johnson County Library - Lenexa City Center - Room 5.
8778 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS 66219Confidentiality:
Be mindful that this event takes place in a public space. The actions of RSVPing on Meetup and entering the public space do not guarantee confidentiality.Questions or Concerns?
Reach out to the host via message.See the photo section for the complete flyer.
Space is limited. Please be mindful of others who might want to attend the event. If something comes up, modify your rsvp.2 attendees
Art & Craft Hangout!
Lenexa Public Market, Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Lane, Lenexa, KS, 66219, View Map, Lenexa, KS, USLet's do art together!
We meet up every other Sunday to hang out in a park coffee shop and do art together. Whether you do painting, drawing, crocheting, digital art, collaging, etc, you are welcome! Even if you don’t feel creative and just want to come and hang out. This is a super low pressure group no one is here to judge your skill level, we’re all just here to do art in community.And if you don’t feel like you are creative or don’t have ideas, there is a great book that some of us follow called 365 Days of Creativity. It is a book by Lorna Scobie featuring 365 prompts (such as “fill the page with patterns” or “draw a sea” etc.). It is available at places like Barnes and Noble or online.
Our location varies so make sure you keep an eye on where we are meeting each week!
Bring any arts or crafts you want to do while we chill!
How to find us: There will be a sign on the table!
Parking Situation: There is a parking garage with plenty of space behind the building!3 attendeesMindful Art-Making: LGBTQIA+ Art Therapy Group
Lenexa City Center Library, 8778 Penrose Lane,, Lenexa, KS, USCurious about Art Therapy? Everyone is welcome at this mindful art-making meetup facilitated by ESU Art Therapy student Tyler Reagan. Practice mindful art-making in a safe, inclusive environment. Pause, decompress, unwind, process emotions, and ground yourself.
What to Expect:
Participants may work on the directive provided each week or on their own. Emphasis will be on the art-making process itself. Directives will include a variety of mixed media. Discover that therapy is much more than drawing/painting!Typical session structure: Introduction, Warmup, Directive/Art-Making, Optional Sharing, and Clean Up.
Limited art supplies will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own supplies for a greater variety of materials.
When:
Join us Sundays, 3:15-5 pm, May 31-August 2 (10 sessions) at any session.Where:
Johnson County Library - Lenexa City Center - Room 5.
8778 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS 66219Confidentiality:
Be mindful that this event takes place in a public space. The actions of RSVPing on Meetup and entering the public space do not guarantee confidentiality.Questions or Concerns?
Reach out to the host via message.See the photo section for the complete flyer.
Space is limited. Please be mindful of others who might want to attend the event. If something comes up, modify your rsvp.1 attendee
Past events
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