Affirmations is proud to serve as a hub for support and enrichment for our community. We offer opportunities to connect with people with shared interests and experiences, tap into LGBTQ+ support groups, make connections at social events, and explore other LGBTQ+ events to organize and build power.

October 16 @ 6:00 pm – October 16 @ 9:00 pm Spooky Serves 2026

This iconic Pickle Ball event is BACK at Paddle & Par! Pickleball Starts @ 6:00 ! Everyone gets a name tag and a paddle. We can open the courts for …

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  • Serenity AA Group

    Serenity AA Group
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use.

    Free

  • Yallah Talk!

    Yallah Talk!
    Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale
    Hybrid Event

    A free, safe space for LGBTQ+ Arabs and Arab Americans in Metro Detroit to connect and build community.

    Free

  • Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA)

    SAA: Sex Addicts Anonymous
    Virtual Event

    SAA support group utilizes a twelve-step program to help people who desires greater control over their behavior achieve their definition of sexual sobriety. This group welcomes all sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities. Meets virtually on Mondays from 7pm-8:30pm. Please submit the registration form to join.

    Free

  • Queer Yoga @ Affirmations

    Featured Queer Yoga @ Affirmations
    Affirmations Sky Deck

    Queer-friendly, gender-affirming yoga at the Affirmations Skydeck. Bring your own mat. All levels welcome, beginner friendly. Ages 18+ This is donation-based! All proceeds go towards the center. Give what you can: $0-$15 Location: Affirmations Sky Deck (first floor front gallery when raining or <45 degrees) 2nd Monday of the Month @ 7-8:30pm Guests should bring: Yoga …

    Donations Encouraged

  • Brown Baggers AA

    Brown Baggers AA
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use.

    Free

  • Senior Koffee Klatch

    Featured Senior Koffee Klatch
    Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    A discussion and networking group for people 45 and older.

    Free

  • Stonewall Run Club

    Featured Stonewall Run Club

    Route begins outside Affirmations @ 290 W 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale MI 48220 Ends at Soho on even weeks (2&4). Ends at Sidecar Slider Bar on odd weeks (1&3) Download GPX Route Below: 5k Route Starting at Affirmations (290 W Nine Mile Rd), head west on Nine Mile Road to Livernois Street. Turn south (left) …

  • Name & Gender Marker Change Clinic

    Name & Gender Marker Change Clinic
    Virtual Event

    Monthly live presentations for understanding how to change one’s legal name and/or gender marker on identification documents in the State of Michigan. Includes a presentation on the current name change process and time for questions.

    Free

  • Trans Men’s/Masc Lounge

    Trans Men’s/Masc Lounge
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    Affirmations and Stand With Trans are partnering to create a safe space for our trans men and trans masc folk to find support and build community.

    Free

  • Queer Death Cafe

    Featured Queer Death Cafe
    Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    A monthly group exploring for queer and trans folks to discuss death with no objectives or themes. This isn’t therapy or grief counseling — it’s a space for honest, thoughtful conversation.

    Free

  • Writing Group

    Writing Group
    Virtual Event

    Converse and exchange ideas with fellow writers virtually. Share current projects or spark inspiration for new ones.

    Free

  • Brown Baggers AA

    Brown Baggers AA
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use.

    Free

  • Teen Drop-In Center (ages 14-18)

    Youth Drop-in Center
    Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    A welcoming space for high school aged LGBTQIA2S+ youth aged 14-18 to relax, connect, and have fun at their own pace.

    Free

  • Spooky Serves 2026

    Featured

    This iconic Pickle Ball event is BACK at Paddle & Par! Pickleball Starts @ 6:00 ! Everyone gets a name tag and a paddle. We can open the courts for rotating open play with a coach on site to work with beginners on our beginner guided courts 7:30 Costume Contest During the break, anyone who …

  • SMART Recovery

    SMART Recovery
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    Peer support group for people recovering from a wide range of addictive behaviors.

    Free

  • Queer Parent Pop-Up

    Queer Parent Pop-Up
    Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    A group for Queer parents and their children ages 6-12.

    Free

  • Coming Out Group

    Featured Coming Out Group
    Virtual Event

    A confidential support group covering all aspects of coming out and the effects it may have in life.

    Free

  • Lettuce Help Food Pantry

    Lettuce Help Food Pantry
    Affirmations Cafe 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    Monthly food pantry hosted at our center's cafe. Fresh and non-perishable foods are available on a first come first serve basis. All community members are welcome.

    Free

  • Brown Baggers AA

    Brown Baggers AA
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use.

    Free

  • Brown Baggers AA

    Brown Baggers AA
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use.

    Free

  • Serenity AA Group

    Serenity AA Group
    Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale

    An Alcoholics Anonymous meeting open to anyone recovering from alcohol use.

    Free

  • Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA)

    SAA: Sex Addicts Anonymous
    Virtual Event

    SAA support group utilizes a twelve-step program to help people who desires greater control over their behavior achieve their definition of sexual sobriety. This group welcomes all sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities. Meets virtually on Mondays from 7pm-8:30pm. Please submit the registration form to join.

    Free