Shepherd Wellness Community

Helping people living with HIV/AIDS improve their wellness

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    • History of Shepherd Wellness Community
    • Board of Directors
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    • Employment Opportunities
    • Western Pa. HIV/AIDS Resources & Links
  • Programs
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    • Calendar of Events
    • Wellness Dinners for People Living with HIV/AIDS
    • Outings & Social Events
    • Wellness Education Programs
    • Support Groups
    • Spiritual Life Programs
    • Fitness & Alternative Therapy
    • Transportation Assistance
    • Peer Counseling Telephone Calls
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    • Donate Your Vehicle
    • Institutional – Red Ribbon Circle – Founder’s Circle Donors
    • Estate Planning
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    • Shepherd Wellness Community 2025 Red Ribbon Benefit
    • OUTrageous Bingo!
    • Sponsor Your Own Fundraising Event for SWC
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Learn More About Our Community!

  • Volunteers make it happen!
  • Educational programs while we eat.
  • Not just a bunch of pretty faces. Our Board puts in the time!
  • Co-founder Fr. Lynn Edwards and retired Executive Director Scott Peterman
  • Our volunteers bring great smiles!
  • The Pittsburgh Community World AIDS Day observance at SWC.

Wellness Dinners – At the heart of what we do

Since 1987 the hallmark of Shepherd Wellness Community has been our Wellness Dinners that are open … Read More

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Become a Member of SWC

SWC is a non-profit, private, membership-based organization providing services to eligible members. … Read more

Volunteer with SWC

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer opportunities at Shepherd Wellness Community How You Can Be Involved View … Read more

OUTrageous Bingo ®

This AIN’T Your Grandma’s Bingo!

Are you ready to Sit Down, Shut Up and Play Bingo? OUTrageous Bingo® is an OUTrageously good time … See more

2025 Red Ribbon Benefit

Shepherd Wellness Community 2025 Red Ribbon Benefit

Red Ribbon Benefit: An Evening of Community & Culture Thanks to all of our sponsors and … Read more

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Your contribution means that hundreds of men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS will continue … To donate now click here

History of SWC

Our Story In the summer of 1987, four young men living with AIDS, a social worker, and a … Read More

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Welcome to Shepherd Wellness Community

The Shepherd Wellness Community is the only HIV/AIDS community in western Pennsylvania. Since our founding in 1987  we have witnessed remarkable changes in the treatment of HIV and in the needs of our community.

Our founder, Fr. Lynn Edwards, said that in the 1980s our work focused on helping people die with dignity. In the 1990s, after protease inhibitor drugs became available, our mission was helping HIV-positive people live with dignity. Since 2013, our mission has been helping people living with HIV improve their wellness.

Despite the advances in medical treatment, the need for a supportive community to assist people living with HIV is greater than ever.

We are grateful to everyone through the years who has made the work of Shepherd Wellness Community possible. With your continued help, we will continue to provide a supportive, caring community with meals and wellness programs for people living with HIV.

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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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4:30 PM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
6:00 PM - Massage Therapy
28
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
29
4:30 PM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Easy Yoga
30
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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4:30 PM - SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
3
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
4
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
5
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Set up Activities & Dining Rooms for Kitchen Re-dedication
6
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
7
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
8
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
10
12:00 AM - Massage Therapy
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
11
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
12
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Wellness Jewelry Making
13
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
14
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
15
12:00 AM - OUTrageous Bingo
16
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
17
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
19
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Art For Life
20
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
21
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Thanksgiving Dinner & HIV Support Group
22
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
24
12:00 AM - Massage Therapy
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & TEDx Talk
25
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
26
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
27
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
28
12:00 AM - SWC Closed in observance of Thanksgiving
29
6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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12:00 AM - World AIDS Commemoration
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
3
12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & Easy Yoga
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
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12:00 AM - SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
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6:00 AM - Get More Information About Events, Activities
Get More Information About Events, Activities
26 Oct
October 26, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
27 Oct
October 27, 2025    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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Massage Therapy
27 Oct
October 27, 2025    
6:00 pm-6:45 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
15 minute therapeutic chair massage appointments are available at no cost to our certified members from 6-6:45pm. See a check-in staff member at a dinner [...]
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28 Oct
October 28, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Easy Yoga
29 Oct
October 29, 2025    
4:30 pm-7:00 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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30 Oct
October 30, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
31 Oct
October 31, 2025    
4:30 pm-7:30 pm
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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01 Nov
November 1, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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02 Nov
November 2, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
03 Nov
November 3, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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04 Nov
November 4, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Set up Activities & Dining Rooms for Kitchen Re-dedication
05 Nov
November 5, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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06 Nov
November 6, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
07 Nov
November 7, 2025    
All Day
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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08 Nov
November 8, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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Get More Information About Events, Activities
09 Nov
November 9, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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Massage Therapy
10 Nov
November 10, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
15 minute therapeutic chair massage appointments are available at no cost to our certified members from 6-6:45pm. See a check-in staff member at a dinner [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
10 Nov
November 10, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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11 Nov
November 11, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Wellness Jewelry Making
12 Nov
November 12, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
  SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served [...]
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13 Nov
November 13, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
14 Nov
November 14, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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OUTrageous Bingo
15 Nov
November 15, 2025    
12:00 am
Rodef Shalom
  • OUTrageous Bingo
A benefit for SWC and the PGH Equality Center, held at Rodef Shalom. SAT doors open at 6:30pm and games begin at 7:30pm. Tickets sold [...]
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16 Nov
November 16, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
17 Nov
November 17, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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18 Nov
November 18, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Art For Life
19 Nov
November 19, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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20 Nov
November 20, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Thanksgiving Dinner & HIV Support Group
21 Nov
November 21, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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22 Nov
November 22, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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23 Nov
November 23, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
More Info
Massage Therapy
24 Nov
November 24, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
15 minute therapeutic chair massage appointments are available at no cost to our certified members from 6-6:45pm. See a check-in staff member at a dinner [...]
More Info
SWC Wellness Dinner & TEDx Talk
24 Nov
November 24, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
More Info
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25 Nov
November 25, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
26 Nov
November 26, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
  SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served [...]
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27 Nov
November 27, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Closed in observance of Thanksgiving
28 Nov
November 28, 2025    
12:00 am
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29 Nov
November 29, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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30 Nov
November 30, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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World AIDS Commemoration
01 Dec
December 1, 2025    
12:00 am
  • Special Event
SWC is honored to host the Pitt Men’s Study annual World AIDS Day observance on Mon, December 1st. 5:30pm - Doors open on S.Matilhda St. [...]
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02 Dec
December 2, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Easy Yoga
03 Dec
December 3, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Program
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time and  beverages. Dinner served at [...]
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04 Dec
December 4, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
05 Dec
December 5, 2025    
12:00 am
Shepherd Wellness Community
  • Wellness Dinner
SWC Wellness Dinner for people living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Doors open at 4:30 pm for social time, appetizers, and  beverages. Support Group [...]
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06 Dec
December 6, 2025    
6:00 am-6:15 am
For more information about Shepherd Wellness Community and its activities call (412) 683-4477 or email office@swconline.org.
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Events on October 26, 2025
26 Oct
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26 Oct 25
Events on October 27, 2025
27 Oct
SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
27 Oct 25
Pittsburgh
27 Oct
Massage Therapy
27 Oct 25
Pittsburgh
Events on October 28, 2025
28 Oct
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28 Oct 25
Events on October 29, 2025
29 Oct
SWC Wellness Dinner & Easy Yoga
29 Oct 25
Pittsburgh
Events on October 30, 2025
30 Oct
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30 Oct 25
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31 Oct
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
31 Oct 25
Pittsburgh
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1 Nov 25
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SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
3 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
Events on November 4, 2025
04 Nov
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4 Nov 25
Events on November 5, 2025
05 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & Set up Activities & Dining Rooms for Kitchen Re-dedication
5 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
Events on November 6, 2025
06 Nov
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6 Nov 25
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07 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
7 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
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8 Nov 25
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09 Nov
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9 Nov 25
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10 Nov
Massage Therapy
10 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
10 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
10 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
Events on November 11, 2025
11 Nov
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11 Nov 25
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12 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & Wellness Jewelry Making
12 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
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13 Nov
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13 Nov 25
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14 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
14 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
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15 Nov
OUTrageous Bingo
15 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
Events on November 16, 2025
16 Nov
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16 Nov 25
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17 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & Chat
17 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
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18 Nov
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18 Nov 25
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19 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & Art For Life
19 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
Events on November 20, 2025
20 Nov
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20 Nov 25
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21 Nov
SWC Wellness Thanksgiving Dinner & HIV Support Group
21 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
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22 Nov
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22 Nov 25
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23 Nov
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23 Nov 25
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24 Nov
Massage Therapy
24 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
24 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & TEDx Talk
24 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
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25 Nov 25
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26 Nov
SWC Wellness Dinner & Pet Therapy
26 Nov 25
Pittsburgh
Events on November 27, 2025
27 Nov
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27 Nov 25
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28 Nov
SWC Closed in observance of Thanksgiving
28 Nov 25
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29 Nov 25
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30 Nov 25
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01 Dec
World AIDS Commemoration
1 Dec 25
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02 Dec
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2 Dec 25
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03 Dec
SWC Wellness Dinner & Easy Yoga
3 Dec 25
Pittsburgh
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04 Dec
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4 Dec 25
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05 Dec
SWC Wellness Dinner & HIV Support Group
5 Dec 25
Pittsburgh
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06 Dec
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6 Dec 25

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