We are delighted to offer you this free self-defense course from T*räumchen.

The course takes place every Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Queer Center. The aim is to learn self-defense techniques in a safe space and to strengthen your self-confidence.

The course is aimed at trans*, inter*, questioning, and non-binary individuals aged 14 and above. No previous experience is necessary! You are warmly invited to take the plunge and give it a try!

If you have any questions or would like to register, please send us an email at selbstverteidigung@traeumchen-kassel.de.

You can find more information about T*räumchen here.

Last Monday of odd months, 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. at the Queer Center

Taster Plenary Session

We discuss and decide together what is happening at the Queer Center. To this end, we meet once a week for an hour-long plenary session. Here, people report on past and planned events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. New groups and volunteers also introduce themselves at the plenary meeting so that we can get to know each other. Every two months, we hold a trial plenary session so that new people feel welcome to join. At the Taster Plenary Session, we take care to explain how our plenary sessions work, what we talk about, and what unwritten rules of conduct there are.
If you want to join online, please check with us beforehand.

This is how our plenary session works:
The meetings last one hour and it's okay to leave early.
We start with a short round of introductions where people also say how they are feeling at the moment.
Then we tell each other what has been going on at the Queer Center since the last plenary session and talk about upcoming events and new ideas.
We vote on whether ideas should be implemented at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center association members who are present are eligible to vote.

Afterwards, all volunteers and interested parties are invited to relax and enjoy the rest of the evening together.

We are very pleased to offer you this self-defense course from Dynamo Windrad:

Once a week, together we

• work out and empower ourselves

• get moving

• practice punching, kicking, and defense techniques

• have fun!

Our training is aimed at anyone who identifies with the term queer or feels addressed by it. Even if you are not sure whether you fall under the umbrella of queer* or want to use the term for yourself, you are welcome to come to the training.

Here you can find more information about the course: Dynamo Windrad

If you would like to try out a training session or have any questions, please send us an email at: queer_selbstverteidigung@riseup.net

Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., in the entire Queer Center

Queer Lunchtime is offered by our employees and is open to everyone. Come by, get to know the Queer Center, and learn more about queer groups and services in Kassel and North Hesse.

You are welcome to eat here, take a nap, or meet up with friends. In the chill room, you may relax on the sofas and doze or have a friendly chat. In our kitchenette, you may heat up or cook your food, make tea or coffee, or grab a cold drink from the refrigerator. We welcome donations for drinks.

You can also bring your ideas for queer events, campaigns, or projects and discuss them with our team. In the office, we can make plans, work on grant applications, and discuss what else you need to bring your ideas for the Queer Center to life.

We also have Wi-Fi, a queer library, lots of games, a karaoke machine, a craft room, and much more.

We look forward to seeing you!

Free dancing You can come to dance, groove, shake and let go. We offer a shared, guided get-into-your-body warm up and a playlist during which you can move individually.

No previous knowledge is required. Please come in comfortable clothing and non-slip socks or barefoot.

For all queers & friends, free of charge.

4th Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.,*innen space

The Shibari Group meets every 4th Thursday for doing Shibari together. Beginners are welcome. For more information, visit: https://www.instagram.com/meetandtiekassel/

Fridays, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the entire Queer Center

The open living room is run by volunteers and is open to everyone. Come by and get to know the Queer Center. Meet up with friends here to do crafts, play games, relax, or meet new people.

We have Wi-Fi, a queer library, lots of games, a karaoke machine, a craft room, and much more. You can make tea and coffee in our kitchenette or grab a cold drink from the fridge. We welcome donations for drinks. And we look forward to seeing you!

Grab your queer friends and come fill the Queer Center with life.

The A*Spec meeting for all on the asexual and aromantic spectrum as well as questioning people takes place once a month in the premises of queeres Zentrum (Mauerstraße 11). It starts at 7pm and will finish at 9pm. Snacks and drinks will be provided. We look forward to seeing you ☺️

Directions to queeres Zentrum at Mauerstraße 11: From the Königsplatz/Mauerstraße tram stop heading towards the main train station: Exit the tram stop and walk towards Rewe without crossing the street. Keep an eye out for the sign „Mauerstraße 11“ above the door. From the Königsplatz/Mauerstraße tram stop heading towards Am Stern: Cross the street and turn left. Look for the sign „Mauerstraße 11“ above the door. We’ll meet you at the door. If you arrive later, message the @queer_referat on Instagram. We’ll open the door for you

Mondays 7:15–8:15 p.m., mostly online

Together we discuss and decide what is happening at the Queer Center. For that, we meet once a week for an hour-long plenary session. Here, people report on past and planned events, and we talk about challenges and goals for the Queer Center. New groups and volunteers also introduce themselves at the plenary meeting so that we can get to know each other. Every two months, we hold a introductory plenary meeting so that new people can get started. We also hold regular social plenary meetings where we talk about how we are feeling within the Queer Center and with each other.
Would you like to join the plenary sessions? Then send an email to: info@QueeresZentrumKassel.de

This is how our plenary meetings work:
We meet online. We will send you the link in advance by email.
The meetings last one hour and it is okay to leave early. We appreciate new people joining the plenary session.
We start with a short round of introductions where people also share how they are currently feeling.
Then we share what has been happening at the Queer Center since the last plenary session and discuss upcoming events and new ideas. At the first plenary session of the month, new people can introduce their ideas to the plenary session. We discuss these at the beginning of the plenary session.
We vote on whether to bring ideas to life at the Queer Center. Only Queer Center members who are present at the meeting can vote.

Taster Plenary Session
On the last Monday in January, March, May, July, September, and November, we hold a taster plenary session at the Queer Center. You may also join online.

Social Plenary Session
On the last Monday in February, April, June, August, October and December, we hold a plenary session for emotional check ins at the Queer Center. You may also join online.

Would you like to become part of a caring community?
Do you want to meet more queer people?
Would you like to cook for others or have people cook for you?
Would you like to enjoy a social dinner?

Then come to our potluck dinner.
You are welcome here.
If you can, please bring some food to share.
We’ll share whatever we have.

We’ll eat, talk, and get to know each other.
If you wish for a community you can start making it here.
If you just want to check out the vibe, you can do so aswell.
We share our joys and concerns.
We care for each other.
We help each other out.
We practice how to build a caring community.

Some people have allergies or food intolerances.
Some people eat vegan, kosher, or halal.
We consider these things together.
This pad will help us doing so. Click.
Here, people can list their allergies, food intolerances, and dietary practices.
Anyone bringing food checks to see what they can be mindful of.
When everyone is minding something, there will be something for everyone.

Every first and third Friday of the month, 5:00–7:00 pm

Fancy a cosy get-together with crocheting, tea & lovely people? 🍵 Beginners are absolutely welcome: we’ll learn together, from each other, and I’m happy to help you with your first stitches. Of course advanced crocheters are welcome too, with or without your own project.

✨ Good to know: • 18+ everyone is welcome • I speak German & English • I’ll bring crochet hooks, patterns and a bit of yarn • there will be vegan & non-vegan snacks and drinks

Come as you are. ✨

second Monday of the month, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., *innen space

Target group:
This offer is aimed at gay and bisexual men of ages 20 and above from Kassel city and the surrounding area who want to get together in a relaxed and safe environment away from the party and restaurant scene.

Group content:
This group serves as a place to meet and exchange ideas with other gay and bisexual men in similar life circumstances and emotional worlds in a safe environment, and to experience that you are not alone with your feelings and fears, or that you don't have to cope with them and hide them. The group meets for themed discussion evenings (e.g., coming out; socio-political position and acceptance, for example within the family or circle of friends; etc.) and joint visits to cultural events.
The founders see the group as autonomous and independent, far removed from organizational structures—there are no membership fees. Menpoint is not a dating platform.

Background: How it all began with “menpoint”
Once upon a time, there was a man somewhere. One day, he decided to start coming out. However, it took another six months before he opened up to his colleagues at work. And so it came about that one of his colleagues made contact with men who volunteered at the “Gay Counseling Center in Kassel.” The three of them got together to get to know each other and make plans. Together, they outlined enough topics and discussion points to last for six months of meetings. This attempt was to last six months in any case. A meeting place for men. A meeting point for men. That's how Menpoint came about. That was in February 2013 – so Menpoint has been around for over 10 years now.

Contact:
Do you have any questions for Menpoint? Then send an email to: menpoint-kassel@gmx.de

2nd Tuesday in even months and 3rd Wednesday in odd months, 7:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., in the *innen space

A space for queers and friends aged 18 and older to discuss alternative relationship concepts.

You are invited if you

• are interested in diverse relationship concepts

• are in a non-monogamous relationship or are considering one

• want to share your own experiences and exchange ideas

• want to find support when facing difficulties

• want to make connections

Whether you are polyamorous, relationship anarchist, in an open relationship, aromantic, or something else entirely—everyone is welcome.

Queer people are especially invited, but their supporters, friends, and partners are also welcome to participate.
These meetings are suitable for adults.

If you enjoy consensual play involving power, pain, control, and other kinky activities, and would like to discuss these topics with like-minded people, come to our Q*BDSM Tea Time.

Our Q*BDSM Tea Time aims to provide queer people with a space beyond cis-hetero norms to share experiences and information and to network. Whether you’re experienced or still figuring out what you like, you’re welcome. We want to get to know each other and decide together how we’d like to shape our future meetings.

Our meetings are open to queer and questioning individuals aged 18 and older. We meet at the Queer Center Kassel, Mauerstr. 11 (entrance via the medical center), 5th floor

Second Wednesday of every month, 7:30–9:00 p.m., blue door

Hello, everyone!

Whether you're bi, pan, omni, or don't identify with any label, you're all welcome at the Bi+ meetup!

Since we are often not very visible in the queer community, we have started a regular Bi+ meeting in Kassel.

Feel free to bring along any wishes and ideas you have for future meetings and suggestions for how we could develop further. If you feel like playing group games, you're welcome to bring those along too.

Just drop by – even on the spur of the moment.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Second Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the entire Queer Center

On this evening, the Queer Center Kassel belongs to queers aged 50 and over!
All rooms in the center are available for chatting, chilling, playing, enjoying drinks, being creative, meeting people, making plans, reading books and magazines, and much more... Drinks and snacks are available for a donation or you can bring your own.

By being queer, we mean that we do not conform to cis-hetero norms and lifestyles. Are you also over 50 (or will you be soon?), do you identify as queer, and do you live beyond cis-heteronormativity? Then you might want to stop by on Thursday! See you soon!

If you would like to participate, it is important that you familiarize yourself with the Queer Center's self-image and etiquette and ensure that you can stand behind them.

Second Friday of the month, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., chill room (yellow door)

Welcome to our community!

All neurodivergent individuals who identify as queer, live beyond cisheteronormativity, and are interested in connecting, sharing, and networking, are invited.

This is what neurodivergence means to us:

• Feelings, perceptions, and needs fall outside the framework that society considers “normal.”

• People often receive medical diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, ADD, learning difficulties, epilepsy, mental illness, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, apraxia, cerebral palsy, dyspraxia, etc. (see nibi.space/neurodivergence)

• People do not need a diagnosis to be welcome here.

• People do not have to be “sure” that they are neurodivergent; a suspicion or question in this direction is enough. Talking to other neurodivergent people can sometimes be helpful in gaining more certainty about whether or not this term describes their experience.

There are several rooms on site, including a quiet room. We will provide stimming toys. Please write us to let us know what you need to participate!

Often our meetings happen like this:

-short introduction and check in round (How are you here today?)

-Exchange about different topics concerning neurodivergence and queerness. This can happen in one big group or multiple smaller groups. Feel free to bring your own topic!

-check out round (how was the meeting for you?)

-communal tidying and cleaning

second Friday of every month from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Cafe del Sol, Göttinger Str. 33, 34123 Kassel

A cozy meeting place for bears, cubs, chasers, and friends. Come along to relax, chat, get to know each other, and network.

This is the first step toward establishing a regular bear get-together in Kassel.

Third Friday of the month, time and location available upon request

The aim of this get-together is to create a safe environment for information and exchange.

Everyone aged 18 and older, regardless of gender or sexual orientation, who is interested in exchanging ideas about BDSM is welcome to attend. Newcomers to BDSM who have no experience are just as welcome as people who have been active in the scene for a long time.

The get-together takes place on the third Friday of the month. We alternate between the Queer Center and a café in Nordstadt, depending on availability. The meeting place and exact time can be requested by email.

If you have any further questions or suggestions, please contact us at the following email address: herrchaot@smjg-alumni.org

Kommt gerne einfach vorbei und bringt gerne eigene Spiele und vegane Snacks mit.

Ich freue mich auf euch.

Der Spielenachmittag findet in deutscher Lautsprache statt.