In view of the Covid-19 pandemic, our regular meeting venue at Church House is still closed.

In the meantime we are meeting on Wednesdays from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Cross Street Chapel, 29 Cross Street, Manchester M2 1NL. However, we are meeting on the first Wednesday monthly from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Manchester Central Library (see details below).

The Wednesday meetings are a drop-in and there is no need to book.

OUT IN THE CITY: A Safe Space

Out In The City is a social and support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people over 50 years of age. Its purpose is to offer the opportunity to chat, share a joke or news, or to  make friends and strengthen companionship amongst those who attend the group's meetings and trips.

A safe space is one in which everybody is respected regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender identification, religion, political opinion, or cultural tradition. 

Respect means that nobody is misgendered, ridiculed, verbally criticised or attacked for their orientation, personal identification or opinions. Respect does not mean that we all agree with each other - our differences are our own.

The real cultural, religious, political and social differences between us represent the strength and rich diversity of Out In The City. This respect for difference makes our group safe. It makes our meetings and gatherings safe for everybody. This is because we are a diverse group and diversity is who we are.

On Thursdays (and occasionally other days), there are different activities, but you do need to book. Please contact us here. You are welcome to attend on one or both days.

Next activities:

Thursday, 20 January – John Rylands Library 1.30pm

Meet at Moon Under Water (back of the pub), 68-74 Deansgate, Manchester M3 2FN at 12.00 noon. Following refreshments we will walk to the John Rylands Library.

Wednesday, 26 January – Meeting Cross Street Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Thursday, 27 January – Manchester Jewish Museum

Meet at Seven Stars (upstairs), The Printworks, Manchester M4 2BS at 12.00 noon. Following refreshments we will walk / take a bus to the Jewish Museum.

Saturday, 29 January – Wolf in concert – 8.00pm

Back Lane Club, 2 Wilson Street, Hyde, Tameside SK14 1PP

Wednesday, 2 February – Meeting – Manchester Central Library – 2.00 – 4.00pm

We are meeting in the Chief Librarians’s Office, Manchester Central Library, St Peter’s Square, Manchester M2 5PD. Take the lift to the third floor and turn left through the doors signed “Meeting Rooms”.

Thursday, 3 February –  Museum of Science & Industry

To be arranged

Wednesday, 9 February – Museum of Transport, Boyle street, Cheetham, Manchester M8 8UW

To be arranged

Thursday, 10 February – Meeting – Cross Street Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Sunday, 13 February – Outing The Past – People’s History Museum – 12.00 noon – 4.00pm

Wednesday, 16 February – Stockport Plaza – Behind the scenes tour 11.00am

To be arranged

Thursday, 17 February – Meeting – Cross Street Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

Thursday, 17 February – Launch event of “Legacy of ‘67” – Manchester Central Library – 6.00pm – 7.30pm

Wednesday 23 February – Manchester Astronomical Society

To be arranged

Thursday, 24 February – Meeting – Cross Street Chapel – 2.00 – 4.00pm

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