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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Dysphoria\n\nWhat is dysphoria?\nWhat does dysphoria trigger?\nCoping with dysphoria\nImposter syndrome\nValuing your identity\nFinding a way to be happy in the body you have\nGender Euphoria\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-6/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Hormones\n\nHRT Journeys\nWhat can I expect?\nNon-binary hormone options\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-7/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Gender Affirming Surgeries\n\nOptions\nCommunity Stories\nDo I need surgery to align my gender?\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-8/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Self-Confidence\n\nSetting Boundaries/Re-affirming Boundaries\nLiking myself\nWhat if other people don’t like me?\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-9/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to let the good times roll! 🎭 Mardi Gras is back in Peoria\, and your besties at Friends are absolutely buzzing to celebrate with YOU! \n\n\n\n\nWe’re pulling out all the stops to make this \nMardi Gras the best one yet! We have an incredible line-up of all-night entertainment that will keep you going all the way to the after party. \nWant to make sure you’re a part of this can’t miss night? Snag your ticket today\, and secure your spot at one of the hottest fundraisers of the year! \n🎟️ Current Ticketing Phase \nGeneral Sale Individual Tickets $125 | Table of 10 $1\,200\nLast chance to snag your tickets to hottest party of the year! Tickets sales close 02-13-26 @ 11:59pm. \nIndividual Tickets inc \nlude: \n\nEntry to the event\nFree cover to the Club Diesel After Party\nBuffet catered by Cracked Pepper\nDraft beer\, house wine\, and N/A options while supplies last\nAmazing all-night entertainment\n\nTable of 10 tickets include: \n\nAll benefits included in the individual ticket tier\nGuaranteed seating for you at 10 of your friends\nA complementary bottle of champagne\n\nGet your tickets here! \nStill have questions about the event? Check out our comprehensive Q&A below! \n1.      Do I need a physical ticket?– There are ZERO tickets\, we have everyone who purchased a ticket under their specific name at registration\, like a reservation at a nice restaurant. When you arrive\, there will be 4 lines separated by last name. Our volunteers will be there to help guide you through registration and coat check. 😊 \n2.      Where do I sit? If you’ve reserved a Table of 10\, they will tell you the table numbers once you come in\, but if you purchased a General Admission ticket\, it’s open seating\, remember to meet some people\, we have high top tables\, this is a fun event with like-minded people\, so meet someone new! 😊 Most of you will be dancing anyway\, am I right? \n3.      Do I need cash or credit card? Both! Our Silent Auction\, Raffle\, & Wine pull will be accepting Cash and Cards. \n4.      What do people wear? We’re your Friends! Come in what makes you most comfortable. You will see people dressed like they are going to a ball and folks in their jeans/jeggings living their comfortable lives! It’s truly the event to be yourself. With that said\, if you DO like dressing up\, we have a best-dressed award for the best Mardi Gras-inspired outfits! \n6.      What if I can’t make it at 6? -\, 6 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. is the pre-party/cocktail hour\, and entertainment will be happening as people come in. \n7.      Did I hear there is a special after-party? – You sure did! For purchasing a ticket\, you get free cover to Club Diesel directly after Mardi Gras! Join us as the party continues just down the street from the Pere Marquette. \n8.      Where do I park? We’re working closely with the folks at Four Points by Sheraton\, and will update this page with details for parking as soon as we have it! \n9.      Is a host this year? There absolutely is! Make sure to keep an eye on our socials (@cifriends1990 on all platforms) to be the first to hear the announcement. \nWe cannot wait to see your beautiful faces and celebrate in true Mardi Gras style! 💜💚💛 \n\nAnd finally…. A massive thank you to all the sponsors who helped pull this together!
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/mardi-gras/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton\, 500 Hamilton Blvd\, Peoria\, IL\, 61602\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Navigating Ace Identities\n\nAgender\, aromantic\, asexual\nNonconformity\nMarginalized identity\nRelationship with self and others?\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-10/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Advocacy & Roles in Community\n\nValues and beliefs\nWhat is my role today?\nBoundaries\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-11/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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SUMMARY:Counselor-Led Trans and Gender Non-Conforming Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Central Illinois Friends is offering support groups for our transgender & gender diverse community every 2nd and 4th Friday in the Marsha P. Johnson Community Room.\n\nThis weeks topic is: Dealing with Discrimination\n\nReaction vs. Response\nKnowing your worth despite discrimination\nLegal options\n\nOur Support Groups seek to provide our trans community a space to come together with peers\, navigate shared struggles\, and uplift each other’s spirits. A counselor will help to guide meetings and provide support for facilitating conversations.\nFor more information\, or to receive a link to attend virtually call (309) 431-5880 or email us at outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
URL:https://centralillinoisfriends.org/event/counselor-led-trans-and-gender-non-conforming-support-group-12/
LOCATION:Central Illinois Friends LGBTQ+ Community Center\, 2112 E War Memorial Dr.\, Peoria\, IL\, 61614\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Illinois Friends":MAILTO:outreach@centralillinoisfriends.org
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