Groups, Clubs, & Programs
with generous support towards our educational programs
Social Support Group for Teens
Our Social Support Group for Teens (ages 14-17) covers a wide range of topics, from safe sex and healthy relationships, to LGBTQIA+ issues, to open mic and game nights, and everything in between. Attendees are encouraged, though not required, to participate in the conversation, while learning various tools for maintaining happy, confident, and healthy lives. Programming is led by our Peer Leaders and Adult Advisors.
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Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
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If you want to attend via Zoom please reach out to Tony@nagly.org several days before the scheduled meeting.
Transcendence
Transgender and non-binary youth have specific questions and concerns over and above those we might address in our regular youth meetings, and Transcendence is there for them. Led by transgender and non-binary adult advisors and peer leaders, this group allows those questions and concerns to be answered in a supportive, understanding environment. This group is for LGBTQIA+ youth ages 14-23.
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Fridays, 6:30-8:30pm
NAGLY Salem
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If you want to attend via Zoom please reach out to Tony@nagly.org several days before the scheduled meeting.
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Have questions? Contact the coordinators Alex H. at
Alex@nagly.org or Sylvan V. at
Sylvan@nagly.org
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Educators Group
The Educators Group is designed specifically for educators who'd like to learn more being inclusive and supporting LGBTQIA+ in the classroom and who'd like to connect with other educators. ​​
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First Saturday of every month,
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
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NAGLY Salem
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Our Rainbows
Our Rainbows is a group designed for youth between kindergarten and elementary school age to work within the space on social skills, communication, proper play skills, all in a safe and affirming space.
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Parents/guardians must accompany youth to this group.
This group will be split into two hours. The first hour will be spent with the family and the group facilitator in a large group. This time will be spent providing resources, experiencing the space together, and expressing gender identity and self-expression. The second hour will be spent with the facilitator and the children working in a group setting. Proper play skills, communication, and social skills will ensue. The idea of this group will be an entry into affirming one's identity and developing the social skills needed for the transition into middle school.
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1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month
2:30-4:00pm
Check the calendar for specific dates.
NAGLY Salem
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Join the Facebook group by clicking here.
Have questions? Contact the coordinators AJ or Tony at
aj@nagly.org or tony@nagly.org
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NAGLY North
NAGLY North is a satellite of NAGLY that meets in Newburyport. Meetings are for students in grades 6-12 who identify as LGBTQIA+.
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First Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7:00 PM
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Meets at the Newburyport Public Library
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator Tarah M. at
Mental Health Counseling
Please see the counseling tab for details.
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Counseling services are provided for any NAGLY youth who are currently involved with groups, programs, or clubs at NAGLY Salem or at any of our satellites. Counseling is provided for free with no insurance necessary.
Performing Arts Group
Open to ages 14-23
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Select Saturdays, 4:00-6:00 PM
Check the calendar for exact dates
Got questions? Contact the coordinator Adam K. at adamk@nagly.org​​
Art Club
Fridays
3:00-4:00 PM Independent projects
4:00 Group art weekly projects
​NAGLY Salem
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Have questions? Contact Tony@nagly.org ​​​
Chill & Chat
Chill & Chat is a group chat and conversation hosted by Stephanie Fox (she/her) LHMC. Conversation topics will vary, and you're encouraged to bring your own to each session. Ages 14-23 are welcome.
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1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, 4:30-6:30 PM
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NAGLY Salem
Queer Community Yoga (All Ages)
Open to all LGBTQIA+ community members. All ages and skill levels are welcome to join.
Lean into vulnerability, embrace discomfort, and live your true authentic self in a safe and brave space
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FIrst and third Sundays of each month, 7:00-8:00 PM
Check the calendar for exact dates
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Dead Horse Beach, Salem
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Have questions? Contact the. coordinator at Tony@nagly.org
STI/HIV/HCV
Testing
NAGLY is partnering with ONESTOP, A North Shore Health Project Program, to provide free and confidential HIV/HCV/STI testing to both youth and adults in the community. Testing will be available on a drop-in basis and will be for all ages.
Currrently on hold
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Teen Film Club
Please note that this film club is only open to ages 14+. The film genres and ratings will vary so please keep an eye on our social media for clues leading up to each film. Snacks and beverages will be provided
Ages 14+
2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, 4:00 PM​
Fashion & Textiles
Club
​NAGLY will provide the teaching and the materials. Participants will use sewing machines, practice hand sewing, and re-use and upcycle materials from our gender-affirming boutique. No experience is necessary.
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Ages 11-23 are welcome.
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Saturdays (starting May 24), 2:00-3:30 PM
Middle School Youth Group
Our Middle School Youth Group's primary function is to lessen the isolation, depression, and uncertainty many youth feel during their pre-teen years. The meetings are casual, talk is enthusiastic, and support is abundant! All meetings are supervised by adult advisors, who lead the conversations and activities. This group is for LGBTQIA+ youth in middle school.
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
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If you want to attend via Zoom please reach out to Tony@nagly.org several days before the scheduled meeting.
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator Danny L. at
Parents in Communication
The Parents in Communication Group provides a meeting place for the parents and caregivers of youth who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community. These meetings are focused on providing valuable information regarding risk reduction, gender identity, LGBTQIA+ culture, available resources for parents, and a host of other topics. It is our mission to assist parents and caregivers in becoming the best advocates and allies for their children/young people. The meetings provide a safe space for parents to seek resources, information, peer-to-peer support, and a better understanding of the issues that affect our LGBTQIA+ youth. Meetings are free from judgment and respectful of attendees' input and concerns. We welcome you to join us, as it is affirming to know that others are undertaking similar journeys with their children. You are definitely not alone.
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First and third Monday of every month
6:30-8:30pm
NAGLY Salem
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator at sarahz@nagly.org
Queer Adulting
This group is for LGBTQIA+ young adults ages 18-23.
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Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
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If you want to attend via Zoom please reach out to Tony@nagly.org several days before the scheduled meeting.
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Join the Discord server by clicking here.
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator
AJ C. at AJC@nagly.org
NAGLY Lynn
NAGLY Lynn is a satellite of NAGLY that meets in Lynn. This group is for LGBTQIA+ youth ages 11-18.
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Second Monday of every month,
5:30-7:30 PM
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Meets at Raw Art Works at 7 Central Square in Lynn
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Have questions? Contact the coordinators Tricia J. at
JohnstonP@lynnschools.org or Cody W. at Cody@nagly.org
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Drop-In Hours
Drop by to hang out with other youth and to take advantage of all our center has to offer.
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NAGLY Salem​
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Mondays, 3:00-6:30 PM, Ages 10-14
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Tuesdays, 4:00-6:30 PM, Ages 14-17
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Wednesdays, 12:00-4:00 PM, Ages 11-23
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Fridays, 3:00-8:30 PM, Ages 11-23
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Saturdays, 1:00-4:00 PM, Ages 11-23
Self-Defense Classes
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The program offered at NAGLY will teach students to avoid situations with preventative and de-escalation methods and to respond to common attack scenarios while developing their self-defense capacity.
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Our instructor is Michael Leonards who has been teaching for over 30 years and brings a component of using the power of words and self-defense techniques to protect yourself in possibly volatile situations.
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Open to all ages and everyone in community
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Select Saturdays, 12:00-2:00 PM
See the calendar for exact days
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NAGLY Salem
Voices Empowerment, Advocacy, & Activism Group
This group focuses on activism including policy design, lobbying, letter writing to government officials, and advocacy for yourself and others through the lens of social education.
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Every other Friday, 5:15 PM
See the calendar for specific dates
NAGLY Salem in the Health & Wellness Room
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Have questions? Contact the coordinators at kristin@nagly.org or
Case Management
​Get support with employment, mental health resources, housing insecurity, education, employment, applying to college, or other personal goals.
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Open to ages 18-23
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Tuesdays, 3:00-6:00 PM​​
NAGLY Salem
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Have questions? Contact Kira at kriley@iri.org
Mindful Middle School Mondays
Topics vary and will include (but are not limited to):
• art projects
• organizational skills
• setting intentions for the week ahead
• mental health group check-ins
• meditation techniques
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Mondays, 3:30-4:30 PM​​
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NAGLY Salem
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Have question? Contact the coordinator at sarahz@nagly.org.
Youth Yoga & Relaxation Club
This weekly group will work on balance of the mind and body. See how we can connect the mind and body through our chill and relaxed group. Each week will be a different theme. Feel free to attempt all poses or rest on your mat for this 45 min practice. We will also be offering reiki workshops and sound baths!
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Open to LGBTQ+ youth and allies ages 11-23.
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Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 PM
NAGLY Salem
Board Gaymer's Group
Join our weekly family of gamers at NAGLY. Come hang out and play our large game collection and trade cards from TCG's you'd like! We have so many games ranging from party games to Uno to Catan and SO many more. We even have games created by our youth!
Open to LGBTQIA+ youth of all ages.
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Fridays, 6:00-8:00 PM
Tech Center/Library of NAGLY Salem
Illustration Club
In cooperation with student at Montserrate College of Art
Open to LGBTQIA+ youth ages 11-23
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Fridays, 4:00-5:00 PM
NAGLY Salem
North Shore Trans Peer Support Group
Anyone 18+, who identified as trans, intersex, non-binary, gender-confirming or who thinks they might be, is welcome. This group is run by the North Shore LGBTQ+ Network but is hosted at NAGLY.
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Second and fourth Thursdays of each month
7:00-9:00 PM
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Have questions, constact the coordinator at northshoretranssup@gmail.com
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Educational
Groups, Programs, & Clubs
Language Arts Lab
Come get your creative juices flowing with this weekly group that includes writing, reading, poetry, script design, and more. If you attend three sessions, you will receive a $25 gift card for participating!​
For all ages: Fridays, 5:00-6:00 PM
For ages 14-23: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 PM
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Tech center of NAGLY Salem
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator Jennifer W. at Jennifer@nagly.org.
Writing Lab
Our Language Arts Lab is expanding! We’re adding a Writing Lab starting in October. All NAGLY youth ages 14 - 23 are welcome to join. No need to sign up in advance. We will cover a variety of topics including, but not limited to: creative writing, essay writing, worldbuilding, storytelling, professional writing, and publishing.​
First and third Tuesdays of every month, 530-6:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator Jennifer W. at Jennifer@nagly.org.
Math Club
Joni us to play math games and activities, get extra help on homework, and have some fun! No sign up needed.
For LGBTQIA+ youth ages 14-23.
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First and third Tuesdays of every month, 4::00-5:30 PM​​
Check the calendar for exact dates.
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NAGLY Salem
HEARRT
The Healthcare Education And Risk Reduction Team (HEARRT) promotes individual and community wellbeing by providing healthcare education and risk reduction intervention.
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Risk reduction resources
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Safe sex and sexual education
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Consent
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Risk factors including alcohol, drugs, and tobacco and vape usage
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Health education
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Testing for HIV and STDs
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Have questions? Contact the coordinator.
Tutoring
Do you need extra support in school? NAGLY offers tutoring in most subjects at the middle school, high school, and college levels. These sessions will be conducted by one of our tutors at NAGLY. If you complete three consecutive tutoring sessions, you'll receive a gift card!
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For LGBTQIA+ youth ages middle school to 23
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To sign up for tutoring click here.​
Kitchen Skills Workshops
Come see what’s cooking up at NAGLY at our new Kitchen Skills Workshops! Learn cooking techniques, recipe scaling, menu prep and design, budgeting skills, and math skills through this weekly program.
For LGBTQIA+ youth ages middle school to 23
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Fridays, 4:00 PM
Kitchen of NAGLY Salem
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Have questions? Contact the coordinators at Adam K at AdamK@nagly.org
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Reading Rewards Program & Book Trade-In
NAGLY has over 1500 titles, including books, periodicals, DVDs, and CDs, to choose from in our library!
Read one full book and write a book report to earn a $10 gift card. You can choose any book you like, including graphic novels. Limit one per month per youth.
You can also play book bingo for a larger prize! Get a book bingo card (by contacting our librarian) and read five books (that are located up, down, or diagonally on the card). If you then write a report about each of them, you'll earn a larger prize! Limit one per month per youth.
We are also offering a book trade-in program. Bring in a book and receive a book! All books must be approved by our librarian first.
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Have questions or need a list or approval? Contact our librarian Jennifer W. at Jennifer@nagly.org.
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Dungeons & Dragons Clubs
NAGLY has two Dungeons & Dragons Clubs:
1) Dungeons & Dragons Club
Ages 11-17. To join, send an email to Tony@nagly.org. The club meets on Mondays, 4:30-6:00 PM at NAGLY Salem or on Zoom. However, you must email Tony before attending.
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2) Dungeons & Dragons: Door to Another World
​Ages 10-14
This club meets on Mondays from 4:30-6:00 (starting in March) at NAGLY Salem.
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3) Dragon Sword: A Dungeons & Dragons Group
Ages high school-23. To join click here. The club meets every other week on Friday 4:15 PM at NAGLY Salem. See the calendar for exact dates.
N-TALE
N-TALE is NAGLY's Training & Leadership Education Program. The program provides internships and/or community service hours to high school students and college-aged interns.
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N-TALE program also partners with local schools and districts to collaborate with NAGLY and to provide resources, programming, and conferences. The N-TALE program would like to be embedded into all North Shore school districts within the next few years.
For more information, visit the
N-TALE page.