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• SMYAL Youth Pride

  • When
    05/31/2025
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Penn Quarter DC

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  In cooperation with SMYAL, Rainbow Families will be participating in SMYAL's Youth Pride this year!

  Saturday, May 31st from 10:00-12:00 for ages 6-12

  12:00-2:00 for ages 13-18.

  There will be games, workshops, dancing, and so much more!

  Rainbow Families will have a table from 10:00-12:00!

  You MUST register with SMYAL here: FREE TICKETS

  We hope to see you there!

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• Visit us at Reston Pride!

  • When
    06/01/2025
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    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Lake Anne Plaza, 11402 Washington Plaza W, Reston, VA 20190

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   Be sure to visit the Rainbow Families booth and say hello!

  It's FREE, Family-Friendly, and a Beautiful Location

  
  

  
  

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• DSRF: Divorced & Separated Rainbow Families

  • Start
    06/02/2025
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  • End
    12/01/2025
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual
  • Spaces left
    2

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  LGBTQ+ Divorced & Separated Rainbow Families Parents

    DSRF is a peer-based, informal support group for divorced or separated LGBTQ+ parents going through divorce or separation (or who already are divorced).    Non-parents are welcome to participate, with the understanding that discussions will include topics of parenthood & divorce/separation.

  This is an excellent  opportunity to come together as a community to discuss and share resources, laugh and learn about commonalities and differences, as well as dig deeper into the experiences that unite us.    Meetings held virtually.

  Available to participants nationally.  Rainbow Families membership not required
  first Monday of every month, 8:00pm ET
  
  NO COST for Rainbow FamilIes members

   

  
  

  
  

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• World Pride Camp Pride!

  • Start
    06/07/2025
  •  
  • End
    06/08/2025
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    John Marshall Park, 400-448 C St NW< Washington DC

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  Rainbow Families is proud to partner with World Pride for Camp Pride

  A kid-friendly adventure at World Pride 2025!

  As part of WorldPride 2025, Camp Pride is the ultimate kids’ zone—a fun-filled oasis where young campers can unleash their creativity, play, and celebrate in a vibrant, inclusive space.

  Perfect for families, young adventurers, and kids of all ages, Camp Pride is a safe and joyful retreat where imagination and fun take center stage. Stop by for a little summer camp magic in the middle of the WorldPride celebrations!

  
  

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• March with Rainbow Families in the World Pride Parade

  • When
    06/07/2025
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    14th & T Streets, Washington, DC

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  It's a Tradition!

  Since 1998, Rainbow Families has marched in the Pride Parade.

  And now, more than ever,

  let's show our love and beautiful families to the world!

  
  

  The Parade with step off

  Saturday, June 7, 2025 @ 2:00 PM.

  Details about where to line up will be updated soon!

  
  

  Bring a wagon, water, sunscreen, and your family!

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• Expecting & New Parent Support Group

  • Start
    06/08/2025
  •  
  • End
    07/06/2025
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Rainbow Families is delighted to continue our Support Group for LGBTQ+ people who are currently expecting a child (via adoption, surrogacy, pregnancy, foster, pregnancy), or new to parenthood with a child under 9 months.  

  
  

  This program is facilitated by a licensed psychologist who specializes in reproductive health.  These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.

   

  Dates: Jun 9  |  Jul 6

  
  

  Registration closes once series begins.  

  Sessions are virtual and open to participants nationwide

  No Charge for Rainbow Families members

  
  

  Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy and safety to interact.

  If you require a fee waiver, reach out in confidence at support@rainbowfamilies.org
  No refunds. Dates/times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately.

  
  

  
  Facilitated by:  Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington

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• Pre-Conception Support Group

  • Start
    06/08/2025
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  • End
    07/06/2025
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  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    Zoom
  • Spaces left
    13

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  Rainbow Families is pleased to continue our Support Group for LGBTQ+ people seriously considering or going through Assisted Reproductive Technology as part of their family planning journey.

  This program is facilitated by a licensed psychologist who specializes in reproductive health.  These are peer-based groups and not to be considered a replacement for therapy or counseling.

  Dates:       Jun 8  | Jul 6

  Note:   Registration Closes once Series Begins 

  Sessions are Virtual - Available Nationwide - Rainbow Families Membership Not Required
  No Charge for Rainbow Families Members

  If you are not a member and require a fee waiver, reach out in confidence at support@rainbowfamilies.org
  No refunds. Dates/times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately.

  
  

  
  

  
  Facilitated by:  Integrative Therapy of Greater Washington

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• Trans History Book Reading Event

  • When
    06/14/2025
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Glen Echo Town Hall, 6106 Harvard Avenue Glen Echo, MD 20812

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  Trans History: From Ancient Times to the Present

  Author Reading with Q & A

  
  

  Rainbow Families & Child's Play

  will host a book reading, author Q&A, and other activities.

  
  

  Please join us during Pride Month

  Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 3:00-5:00 pm

  Glen Echo Town Hall

  6106 Harvard Avenue

  Glen Echo, MD

  
  

  There will be: reading from the book, an author talk moderated by local community members, followed by a meet and greet.

  
  

  Child's Play Toy Store will also have games onsite for the kids to play!

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• Rainbow Families Trans Parents Group

  • When
    06/21/2025
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    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual
  • Spaces left
    7

  
  

  Our Trans Parent Support Group is returning.

  This group designed to allow participants to share concerns, triumphs, and experiences related to being a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming PARENT (or prospective parent).

  Please Note: This group is NOT for parents of Trans-youth.

  2025 March-June Series NEW DAY, TIME, & FACILITATOR

  Mar 22, Apr19, May 17, Jun 21
  3rd Saturday of the Month from 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM 

  
  

  This round of sessions will be facilitated by Dr. Tiffany Wicks, Ed.D

  
  

  Tiffany Wicks is a queer, BIPOC, somatic therapist with nearly 12 years of counseling experience. She specializes in working with trans folks in their first years of transition, supporting individuals in their gender identity, religious trauma, and teens. Tiffany owns a reproductive mental health practice in Texas where she was born and raised, and now she owns a multi-lingual immigrant and queer-centered group practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland. She is an adjunct professor, wife, and mom of 3 little ones. 
  

  
  

  • Sessions are Virtual - Available Nationwide - Rainbow Families Membership Not Required
  • No registration fee for Rainbow Families Members
  • For participants in the greater Washington DC region, we may also consider outings or other in-person gatherings for our families.  Details will not be shared publicly.

  
  

  It is hoped registrants will attend all  sessions to receive the most benefit and engagement from this type of group.   Space is limited to help maintain a sense of privacy, intimacy and safety to interact.
  

  
  No refunds. Dates/times may be subject to change; any changes will be communicated immediately.

  
  

  
   

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• Montgomery County Pride in the Plaza

  • When
    06/29/2025
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    12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Veteran's Plaza Silver Spring

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  Let's celebrate our true selves! Pride In The Plaza is the perfect place to Live In Your Truth!

  Celebrate the end of Pride Month

  at the annual Montgomery County Pride in the Plaza

  in downtown Silver Spring.

  Sunday, June 29th from 12:00-8:00

  
  

  There will be performances, food, vendors from queer owned businesses, and resources for our community.

  Rainbow Families will be hosting a table at the resource fair

  from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Stop by and say Hi!

  
  

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• Rainbow Families DC Family Camp Weekend 2025

  • Start
    08/29/2025
  • End
    09/01/2025
  • Location
    YMCA Camp Tockwogh, Worton MD

  

  Rainbow Families' 2025 Annual Camping Weekend - Registration Opening Soon! 

  Join Rainbow Families DC and a welcoming community of families like ours for an unforgettable weekend of fun for the whole family. This weekend is a truly special gathering that many families look forward to all year full of community, connection, and care. Together we'll take some time away from the stresses of our daily reality and be reminded what makes our families and our community truly special. 

  Here's just a sample of the activities we have planned that are all included when you register! 

  Boat Rides  |  Ropes Course |  Pool Parties | Archery | Sports & Games
  Outrageous Family Dance Party  | Family Meals | Campfire Hangs

  ... and so much more  - all included!

  Children 4 and Younger are FREE!

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  What to Bring & Other FAQS

  All accommodation types are first come, first served. There is limited  availability in almost every category.  When you register you'll get an automated confirmation and we will follow up closer to the event to confirm your requested accommodation.

  Categories with "**" means that may involve sharing the accommodation.

  RATES ARE PER PERSON. No pets

  NOTE: After August 2, 2025, there will be no refunds for cancellations.

  This is a rain or shine event.

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