Local crossdressing group?

[Sandie70]

I have a friend who is actively involved in some writers groups and book clubs. My question is: Does anyone belong to such a group for crossdressers?
Now, I don't mean book clubs for crossdressers, but rather local groups where the girls can meet often in a sharing, caring environment.
I would love to find a friendly local group who would get together often in someones home (or a neutral location) every few weeks. This would give one a chance to catch up on the latest in fashion, makeup, experiences and so on.
And then, my second question is: If you know of any such groups, how do you start one in your own community?
Ideas?

[Nadya]

Hi Sandie,

There are support groups all over the country but if you live in a small town you may have to drive a little to get to where they meet. There's a crossdressing specific support group that's nation wide called Tri-Ess that I've gone to a couple of times and I really like it. I have heard that experiences can vary though from chapter to chapter. Good luck!

[Tracii G]

Is there a LGBT center in your town or a GLSO center?
They would be able to tell if there are any support groups in your area.
I love my group and it has helped me so much.

[Meghan4now]

Sandie

Ryce is right. It's not too difficult to find groups via the internet. You will find, however, that each group has its own character and inclusion. Some groups will have a more transition focus, some will have a more social focus, some will be more on the wild side while others may strike you as the ladies auxiliary. You can certainly get an idea of the local communities from them even if they don't exactly match your personality. Then go from there.

If you share your location, you might find some girls here that are neighbors!

Good hunting!

And oh yes, Crossport.org in Cincinnati has a lending library if you do want the book club!

[Sarah Doepner]

Sandie,

I'm just going to echo what the others have said. In fact Ryce and I are in the same Tri-Ess group in our area and I've met a bunch of wonderful girls and some of their families at our meetings, so it's possible that you have more in common with some of your neighbors than you knew. If not Tri-Ess, there are many other meet-ups and support groups around, some sponsored by local LGBT centers.

If there isn't one nearby, it may take a while to get one going but it will be worth your time and effort. I found our group on it's 3rd or 4th meeting about 6 years ago and it's had some ups and downs, hasn't met everyones needs or expectations, but persists because it works for the rest of us. See if you have one locally already, I'm sure they will welcome you with smiles and support.

[Kandi Robbins]

What area of the country are you from? That would help us in offering suggestions.

[audreyinalbany]

actually I've always wanted to find a cd group that was focused on something other than cd ing. I think it'd be great to have a group of 'gals' get together for baking or book club or cards or knitting or something non-gender identity related

[DonnaT]

There are a couple of groups in the Northern VA - DC area. I've been to a few parties, but never joined.

[Rhian]

I would love something like this, I feel very isolated at times I am going through a phase were the urge to dress is massive. It would be great to make some real life friends to go out with and who is understanding.

[DonnaT]

Rhian, http://lancslgbt.org.uk/web/?tag=trans

[flatlander_48]

Some groups will have a more transition focus, some will have a more social focus, some will be more on the wild side while others may strike you as the ladies auxiliary.

Yes, and that surprised me a bit. I'm part of 2 groups in different cities. One group is about 2/3 crossdressers and has gatherings at a bar and grill. The other is about 80% transsexuals who are currently in process or others who transitioned years ago. Didn't expect that...

DeeAnn

[Tracii G]

One of my groups TG sisters invited me to a cook out in a few weeks.
So once you make friends in the group other things crop up like going to dinner and a movie as a group.
My group has speakers come in be they therapists,police,make up people or authors.
A pretty diverse group of people some MtF some FtM pre op post op and everything in between.

[Sometimes Steffi]

There are a couple of groups in the Northern VA - DC area. I've been to a few parties, but never joined.

I'm in a couple of groups in DC also, but more and more seem to be springing up.

I'm also in a clothing swap group that is mostly GGs, but a few of us othe girls show up regularly, and e are treated like any other girl.

See what you can fing on meetup.com in your area.