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Housing & Local Information
CA Domestic Partnership Registration
Forms required to file as Domestic Partners in California. (Required for Domestic Partnerships in Housing at UC Irvine.)
Eligibility for Residency in Graduate and Family Housing
Information on eligibility for housing at UC Irvine.
The Center OC
The mission of The Center Orange County is to advocate on behalf of the Orange County LGBT community, and to provide services that ensure its well-being and positive identity.
Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club
They have formed the ERDC to work with allies and within the Democratic Party and allies so that lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgenders shall be fully and equally represented within the community and the national body politic. ERDC is open to all who subscribe to our goals and purposes, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Laguna Outreach
Laguna Outreach is a nonprofit, all-volunteer social and educational group serving the gay and lesbian community in Southern California's Orange County area. They provide social alternatives to the bars and clubs, including regular monthly activities and special events throughout the year. At their bimonthly general meetings they present distinguished speakers, panel discussions, and other programs of interest to members of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community and their friends and families. And as a member of the Orange County Federation, they are networked with nearly fifty GLBT and AIDS organizations serving every conceivable need.
Off-Campus Life
Orange County
Queer life in Orange County centers around Laguna Beach. The Koffee Klatch on PCH is a good place to start. West Street Beach is also a popular hangout in the summer. Costa Mesa has the Tin Lizzie Saloon. Christ Church of Laguna in Lake Forest is a non-denominational, LGBT affirming church.
Long Beach
Long Beach is the fifth largest city in California and home to a vibrant gay community. It's only 25 minutes from UC Irvine during non-rush hour times. There are many bars and clubs as well as LGBT run businesses and a community center. The Library, a popular coffeehouse, is a good starting point. Executive Suite hosts ladies night on Saturdays and Ripples has a weekly drag show.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is approximately 40 miles from Irvine (under an hour in good traffic). Most of queer Los Angeles centers in the neighborhoods of West Hollywood and Silver Lake. The Abbey and A Different Light Bookstore are popular destinations in WeHo along with Akbar in Silver Lake.
San Diego
San Diego is approximately 84 miles from Irvine (1 hr 20 mins). Queer San Diego centers in the neighborhood of Hillcrest. Grad students have recommended Bourbon Street, Lei Lounge, Flicks, and Numbers in Hillcrest. The adventurous go "au naturale" at Black's Beach near UCSD.
Palm Springs
Palms Springs is a popular desert resort that's only 93 miles from UC Irvine (1-2 hours). It's great place to visit for the weekend or for spring break and a good place to avoid in the summer unless you're willing to risk melting in the desert sun.
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