The LOFT LGBT Community Center

Here's the video that everyone's been talking about. Thank you for all the kind words that so many of you who've seen it have shared with us! We're almost there folks. please spread the word---we need your support to reach our goal of $100,000! To donate: avcast.me/theloft or Text: 44321 "The LOFT"

As we gear up for Election Day tomorrow, there are a lot of us who might be feeling stressed, anxious, excited, or something else entirely. Here's a really helpful article with information that can help ease your stress and or anxiety. Additionally, The LOFT has over 20 social and support groups that you can join/ participate via Zoom if you're looking to connect with others. ... All of our groups are safe spaces where you can express yourself without judgement. To take a look at which groups might be right for you check out our calendar: http://www.loftgaycenter.org/loft_calendar https://www.mindful.org/8-questions-that-can-help-ease-ele/

The Hudson Valley Trans Forum is a two day, annual educational and community-building conference entirely focused on serving & empowering transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary (TGNCNB) communities. Our conference is meeting virtually for TWO days! We did this to be more accessible for you! You are encouraged to attend one or both days for as many workshops/activities as you are able. We're offering special community events after each conference day!... Register here: http://www.loftgaycenter.org/hudson_valley_trans_forum_2020

Today, SUNDAY November 1--is the LAST day for EARLY VOTING. For more information about times and nearest EARLY voting site visit: voteearlyNY.org TUESDAY-November 3 is Election Day and the FINAL day for voting. #vote #votingplan #votingplans #lgbtqvote #lgbtqvoters #gayvote #lesbianvote #bivote #transvote #queervote

Some really Happy News: https://www.msn.com//sue-bird-posts-photo-wit/ar-BB1azfUH

Happy Halloween! Are you dressing up for Halloween this year, perhaps joining a virtual get-together? Here's a slide show of LGBT couples and some really fun costume ideas!

PROUDWST ME's Peer Navigator, Kira Lingala shares, in our newest blog post, why PrEP is important for the Transgender, Nonbinary and Gender-Non-Conforming Communities. Read it here: http://www.loftgaycenter.org/the_benefits_of_prep_for_the_t #transgender #transhealth #transhealthcare #prepforsex

Special Meeting Time for the Transgender Peer Support Group. Come and join the gathering for a special virtual meet up SATURDAY, October 31. Halloween costume is optional. Please note this meeting is for individuals who identify as transgender, transsexual, cross-dresser, gender variant, gender queer, or intersex (18 years or older). Partners of transgender group participants are also welcome. Access Zoom link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScX0NHC7LkYZzi0Nh/viewform... To

Are you looking to laugh out loud, sing, and dance (sometimes all at the same time!?) Well then, come and join us for the viewing of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show"! We'll also have some guests beforehand! It's something you don't want to miss, tune in NOVEMBER 7- SATURDAY at 6:30 PM Eastern Standard Time. To get the Zoom Link: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScX0NHC7LkYZzi0Nh/viewform

Gala Rewind: Many of you loved the segment with Flame and we're so happy to share it everyone here. Flame is someone who inspires us deeply. Aside from sharing their story with The LOFT, Flame also volunteers countless hours of time to a variety of causes including Love Wins Food Pantry and Free Clothing Queens. They remind us that volunteering is the best medicine for helping a community through hard times! ... If you would like to become a digital volunteer for The LOFT check us out: http://www.loftgaycenter.org/digital_volunteers

NEW GROUP ALERT: Seeking Safety is a group for those who have been or are currently affected by substance use and traumatic experiences. This group gives clients the opportunity to establish safety and positive coping within their daily life so that they can function to their fullest potential. To enroll please contact Bethania Camilo at 914-949-7699 extension 4

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center in collaboration with The Storytelling Project of Life Jacket Theatre Co. presents Radical Queer Theater a monthlong storytelling series for LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18 to 29. Join us for the culminating performance on Thursday, Oct. 29th 2020, at 7pm EST.... Radical Queer Theater engages artists at the intersection of theater, personal narrative, and queer power. Participants devised original work via processes of personal reflection, theatrical skill building, and peer consciousness raising. COME AS YOU ARE! Led by Teaching Artist Julian Goldhagen, Radical Queer Theater was a series of 4 consecutive hour-long storytelling workshops taking place on the Zoom. More information on Julian below. When: Culminating performance will take place on Thursday, Oct. 29th 2020, at 7pm EST. Where: Virtually, via Zoom! Zoom link form: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScX0NHC7LkYZzi0Nh/viewform #lgbtq #theaterperformance #onlinetheater #storytelling #onlinestorytelling #performances

There's so much happening right now and one of the bigger issues affecting the LGBTQ+ community is the effect the newly appointed Supreme Court Justice, Amy Coney Barrett will have in relation to recent LGBTQ+ court victories. What are your concerns? Please share them below, we'd like to learn more. https://www.lgbtqnation.com//lgbtq-couples-rush-get-marri/

Come Join the HOPE center's event on Sexual Health and PrEP, the day after, play some Bingo and win a Prize. Bingo makes everything better!

Today is #IntersexAwarenessDay! October 26, 1996 marked the first public demonstration by intersex people in North America. Morgan Holmes and Max Beck of Intersex Society of North America (ISNA) were joined by allies other organizations. More information here: http://intersexday.org/en/intersex-awareness-day/ (Graphic from The Intersex Project.)