252 Bryant Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605 • (914) 948-2932

LOFT Calendar

  • Thursday, June 06, 2024 at 07:00 PM
    Sing Sing Kill Brewery in Ossining, NY

    LOFT Night Out!


    LOFT Night OUT is an evening of fun hosted at local LGBTQ+ affirming venues in Westchester County. Come and join us for drinks, food, and entertainment.  Meet new people, bring your friends, and have some fun! LOFT Night OUT happens on the first Thursday of every month with additional "pop-up" events announced throughout the year. Admission is free - pricing for food and drinks is available through the venue. 

    Pride Drag Party

    Featuring Angel Elekra and Shay D'Pines

    Sashay the night away alongside the fabulous drag queens Angel Elektra and Shay D'Pines as we kick off Pride month in style. But wait, there's more: quench your thirst with the exclusive Pride Rye-It beer, a collaboration Pride brew with the Ossining LGBTQ Alliance and Sing Sing Kill Brewery that's guaranteed to make your taste buds sing with joy! Available on tap and in limited release cans. 

    And here's the best part: every time you settle your tab throughout June at the brewery, you'll have the chance to spread some love and support by making a donation to The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center. So let's boogie, let's cheers, and let's make a difference together. Get ready to party with a purpose – Pride has never been this much fun! 🌈🍻

    WHEN: Thursday, June 6th, at 7:00 PM

    WHERE: Sing Sing Kill Brewery, 75 Spring St, Ossining, NY 10562

    CONTACT: For any questions, please contact CRNY Artist in Residence Christina at [email protected] or (914)-948-2932 extension 18

     

  • Thursday, June 06, 2024 at 07:30 PM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): 20-Somethings Peer Support Group

    LGBTQ+ 20-Somethings is a LOFT Peer Support Group for individuals who identify under the queer umbrella and are aged 20-29. Our discussions consist of topics brought by group attendees that night. Folx are encouraged to seek out new friendships, make connections, establish local LGBTQ+ affirming spots to meet up, share TV shows, movies, and book recommendations, or just kick back and listen to what like-minded people have to say!

    WHEN: This group meets virtually on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link

    CONTACT: [email protected] or (914)-948-2932 extension 13

    LOFT Peer Support Groups are open-topic, drop-in groups. Groups are led by facilitators who identify as peers with those in attendance.
    Donations are welcome. Suggested donation is $5; more if you can, less if you can't.

     

  • Thursday, June 06, 2024 at 07:30 PM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): Mental Health Peer Support Group

    The LGBTQ+ Mental Health Peer Support Group is for members of the LGBTQ+ community, ages 18 and over, who are living with a mental health condition, either diagnosed or undiagnosed.

    WHEN: The 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link
    CONTACT: Email [email protected] or call The LOFT's Helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 if you have any questions about the group!

    .

    LOFT Peer Support Groups are open-topic drop-in groups. They are led by facilitators who identify as peers with those in attendance.
    There is no fee to attend discussion groups but a $5 donation is suggested, more if you can, less if you can’t.  Fees related to activities are the responsibility of participants.

    View all groups on our calendar!

     

  • Friday, June 07, 2024 at 06:30 PM
    The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center in White Plains, NY

    (IP): LGBTQ+ Youth Night

    LGBTQ+ Youth Night is a youth-only social & support space for LGBTQ+ and allied youth in 5th-12th grades. Come out to meet new friends & have fun! Free pizza and snacks are provided. Provided in partnership with The LOFT LGBTQ+ Center and WJCS Center Lane.

    WHEN: The 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

    WHO: LGBTQ+ and allied youth in 5th-12th grades

    WHERE: The LOFT LGBTQ+ Center: 252 Bryant Ave, White Plains, NY 10605

    CONTACT: For questions, contact The LOFT: [email protected] or WJCS Center Lane: [email protected]

    Groups are led by members of the LGBTQ+ and allied communities.

    Donations are welcome. Suggested donation is $5; more if you can, less if you can't. Fees related to activities are the responsibility of participants.

     

  • Friday, June 07, 2024 at 07:30 PM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): Lesbian Social Network (LSN)

    The Lesbian Social Network (LSN) is an open-topic group run by a trained peer facilitator for women. Ages 18 and older, who identify as lesbian, bisexual, queer, or are questioning their sexuality.

    WHEN: Every Friday evening from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link

    CONTACT: Email [email protected] or call The LOFT's Helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 if you have any questions about the group!

    LOFT Peer Support Groups are open-topic, drop-in groups. Groups are led by facilitators who identify as peers with those in attendance.
    Donations are welcome. Suggested donation is $5; more if you can, less if you can't. Fees related to activities are the responsibility of participants.

    View all groups on our calendar!

     

  • Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 10:00 AM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): Queer Community Book Club

    Using books written by people who identify themselves within queer communities, Queer Community Book Club (QCBC) aims to deepen our sense of community and ourselves in a queer-centric space. QCBC is a free program that is cosponsored by Queery and The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center.

    WHEN: Every Saturday from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link

    CONTACT: For questions, contact The LOFT at [email protected]

    To get updates on QCBC follow us on IG @queercommunitybookclub
    To learn more about Queery click here.

    LOFT Social Groups are open groups that welcome everyone ages 18 and over. Groups are led by members of the LGBTQ+ and allied communities.

    Donations are welcome. Suggested donation is $5; more if you can, less if you can't. Fees related to activities are the responsibility of participants.

    View all groups on our calendar!

     

  • Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 11:30 AM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): Aces Westchester

    Aces Westchester, an Asexual Discussion and Activity Group, is an open-topic group run by a trained facilitator. The group is open to all who identify as Asexual, Aromantic , or Aspec.

    WHEN: The 2nd Saturday of the month from 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link

    CONTACT: [email protected] or call The LOFT's helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 with any questions!

    LOFT Peer Support Groups are open-topic, drop-in groups. Groups are led by facilitators who identify as peers with those in attendance.
    Donations are welcome. Suggested donation is $5; more if you can, less if you can't. Fees related to activities are the responsibility of participants.

    View all groups on our calendar!

     

    Asexual Definition:

    An asexual is: “someone who does not experience sexual attraction.” Asexuality.org also notes, "Asexuals may regard other people as aesthetically attractive without feeling sexual attraction to them. Some asexual people also experience the desire of being affectionate to other people without it being sexual."

    "Asexuality is not the same as celibacy. While celibacy is a choice to abstain from sexual activity, asexuality is a sexual orientation, or an intrinsic part of an asexual person’s identity"

    (Human Rights Campaign).

    ________________________________________

    Asexual Resources:

    Grey-Ace Definition:

    Grey Ace (also called greysexual or grey asexuality) is feeling little to no sexual attraction. This includes a desire not strong enough to act upon, felting desire that doesn't last, infrequent sexual desire, a very low sex drive, and "people who can enjoy and desire sex... but under very limited and specific circumstances" (GLAAD).

    ________________________________________

    Grey-Ace Resources:

    Allosexual Definition:

    An allosexual (sometimes shortened to allo) person is someone who "experiences sexual attraction, regardless of sexuality" (Warwick Pride). This is the opposite of being ace.

    Aromantic Definition:

    "Aromanticism is a romantic orientation, which describes people whose experience of romance is disconnected from normative societal expectations, often due to experiencing little to no romantic attraction, or sometimes feeling repulsed by romance or being uninterested in romantic relationships" (arospecweek). 

    Remember that not every aromantic person is also ace. Meaning it's possible to be aro and allosexual or be aro and be in sexual relationships. You can be on the aspec spectrum while being allo.

    ________________________________________

    Aromantic Resources:

     

    Grey-Romantic Definition:

    "...A romantic orientation on the aromantic spectrum which describes those who relate with aromanticism, yet feel that there are parts of their experience that aren't fully described by the word aromantic. Greyromantic can be used as a specific identity, or as an umbrella term for any aro-spec identity that isn't purely aromantic, including demiromantic and others" (Aromantics Wiki).

    "A common reason someone may identify as greyromantic is that they experience romantic attraction but very infrequently. Some greyromantic individuals may only feel romantic attraction once or twice in their life. Others may experience it more frequently, but still not as frequently or intensely as alloromantic individuals" (Aromantics Wiki). 

    Aromantic Asexual or AroAce Definition:

    A person who is both aromantic and asexual or somewhere on both spectrums. 

    ________________________________________

    AroAce Resources:

    Cupiosexual Definition:

    "Cupiosexual is defined as someone who does not experience sexual attraction but still desires/likes a sexual relationship. Cupiosexuals are commonly sex-favorable but they do not have to be. Cupiosexual may also beused by individuals who sometimes feel sexual attraction but desire a sexual relationship even without attraction" (Asexuals Wiki).

    ________________________________________

    Cupiosexual Resources:

    Cupioromantic Defintion: 

    "Cupioromantic is the feeling of wanting a romantic relationship but not being able to have romantic attraction towards others" (Aromantics Wiki).

    Demisexual Definition:

    "Demisexuality is a sexual orientation in which someone feels sexual attraction only to people with whom they have an emotional bond. Most demisexuals feel sexual attraction rarely compared to the general population, and some have little to no interest in sexual activity" (Demisexuality Resource Center).

    ________________________________________

    Demisexual Resources:

    Queer Platonic Definition:

    "Queerplatonic relationships [are] a close non-sexual, non-romantic relationship that is beyond what most would consider to be a friendship. It consists of emotional commitment and prioritization that is typically seen in a romantic relationship. People in queerplatonic relationships may be of any gender or sexual identity" (LGBTQIA+ Wiki). This term is often used in the aspec community. 

    ________________________________________

    Queer Platonic Resources:

    Aspec or a-spec defintion:

    Aspec is "an umbrella term for anyone who identifies on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrum" (Warwick Pride).

    Stories from Aspec people:

    Aspec Resources:

     

  • Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 05:30 PM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): Transgender Peer Support Group

    The Transgender Peer Support Group is an open-topic group run by a trained facilitator for individuals who identify as transgender, gender variant, gender queer, or intersex (18 and older). Partners of transgender group participants are also welcome.

    WHEN: The 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month from 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
                 The 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link

    CONTACT: Call The LOFT's Helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 if you have any questions about the group!

    LOFT Peer Support Groups are open-topic drop-in groups. They are led by facilitators who identify as peers with those in attendance.
    There is no fee to attend discussion groups but a $5 donation is suggested, more if you can, less if you can’t.  Fees related to activities are the responsibility of the participants.

    View all groups on our calendar!

     

  • Saturday, June 08, 2024 at 06:00 PM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

    Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an open and supportive group of people seeking to handle and recover from their problematic drinking.

    WHEN: AA meets weekly on Saturday evenings from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please find Zoom link below

    CONTACT: For questions, contact The LOFT: [email protected]

    View all groups on our calendar!

     

  • Sunday, June 09, 2024 at 02:30 PM
    VIRTUAL

    (V): 55+ Peer Support Group

    The 55+ Peer Support Group is an open-topic, peer-led, support group created to address the specific needs, challenges, and lives of people 55+. This is a program of Silver Connections, The LOFT's program for LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+.

    WHEN: The 2nd and last Sundays of the month from 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

    WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register below to access the Zoom link

    CONTACT: [email protected] or call The LOFT's helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 with any questions!

    LOFT Peer Support Groups are open-topic, drop-in groups. Groups are led by facilitators who identify as peers with those in attendance.
    Donations are welcome. Suggested donation is $5; more if you can, less if you can't. Fees related to activities are the responsibility of participants.

    View all groups on our calendar!