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Community Health, Education, STI, Testing Charlie Jackson Community Health, Education, STI, Testing Charlie Jackson

No Symptoms? No Problem! What Young Adults Should Know About Syphilis 

Did you know that Shelby County has some of the highest rates of syphilis among certain demographics? Young adults, ages 20–29, had the highest rates of primary and secondary syphilis in 2023. In addition to this, rates among Black residents here were more than 10 times the rates among White residents.

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Gltiz, Glam, & Gritz: Brunch + Drag Fundraiser
Oct 3
Happy Memphis
Gltiz, Glam, & Gritz: Brunch + Drag Fundraiser
Happy Memphis

Join us for Glitz, Glam & Grits Brunch & Drag, a fabulous fundraiser benefiting Southern Trans Celebration 2027! Enjoy an afternoon of incredible drag entertainment, delicious brunch vibes, and community while helping support an organization dedicated to uplifting and celebrating the trans community.

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Happy Memphis
Evergreen Street Fair
Oct 3
Overton Park Avenue between Willett and Angelus
Evergreen Street Fair
Overton Park Avenue between Willett and Angelus

This FREE, family-friendly community festival will have live music featuring local bands, community resources, arts, and culture booths, food and drink vendors including alcoholic beverages, a kids zone with lots of activities, and a car-free street transforming Overton Park Avenue into a vibrant community celebration.

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Overton Park Avenue between Willett and Angelus
Tuesday Community Dinners
Oct 6
OUTMemphis Youth Empowerment Center
Tuesday Community Dinners
OUTMemphis Youth Empowerment Center

Community Dinners are served for FREE to all LGBTQ+ community members ages 18-24 looking for a hot meal. Drop in and stay a while or grab one to-go.

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OUTMemphis Youth Empowerment Center
Talk it OUT Tuesdays
Oct 6
OUTMemphis Community Center
Talk it OUT Tuesdays
OUTMemphis Community Center

Join us for an intimate, beauty-shop–style conversation created with the real lives of sisters in mind. This space honors the true experiences of Black and Brown trans women—the things we carry every day and don’t always get to say out loud.

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OUTMemphis Community Center
25th Annual Wellness Fair at the University of Memphis
Oct 7
University of Memphis
25th Annual Wellness Fair at the University of Memphis
University of Memphis

The University of Memphis is holding its 25th Annual Wellness Fair Wednesday, October 7th from 11-2PM. Join us for free, confidential HIV/STI testing, interactive activities, giveaways, and resources & tips for living your healthiest life!

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University of Memphis
Thursday Community Dinners
Oct 8
OUTMemphis Youth Empowerment Center
Thursday Community Dinners
OUTMemphis Youth Empowerment Center

Community Dinners are served for FREE to all LGBTQ+ community members ages 18-24 looking for a hot meal. Drop in and stay a while or grab one to-go.

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OUTMemphis Youth Empowerment Center
PRYSM
Oct 10
Youth Empowerment Center
PRYSM
Youth Empowerment Center

Weekly programing, 1-on-1 and peer support, and resources for LGBTQ+ youth 12-17 and their caregivers.

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Youth Empowerment Center
Craft Night
Oct 10
Youth Empowerment Center
Craft Night
Youth Empowerment Center

Come create with us at the Youth Empowerment Center! Our craft nights rotate between holiday-themed projects, easy step-by-step activities, and, from time to time, more in-depth workshops led by local artists. All supplies for the craft of the night are provided—just bring yourself!

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Youth Empowerment Center
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
Oct 10
OUTMemphis Community Center
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
OUTMemphis Community Center

Now it is our turn to give back to you!

Join us for our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on October 10, 2026 at the OUTMemphis Community Center at 829 S Cooper St

We will be serving Spaghett, salad, and bread sticks!

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OUTMemphis Community Center
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