Trans & Gay Wrestlers!

IMPACT Wrestling | White Plains on Friday & Saturday, September 8-9, at the Westchester County Center | 8 PM

IMPACT has donated a limited number of complimentary tickets to The LOFT for both nights. IMPACT Wrestling is high-energy pro wrestling, and is a strong supporter of the LGBTQ+ community.  The IMPACT Wrestling roster features transwoman Gisele Shaw and openly gay wrestler Jai Vidal.

Anyone looking for tickets, email Ross: [email protected] with the number you’d like and which night (or both) you’d like to attend. Since IMPACT has donated a limited number of tickets, please only request tickets if you definitely plan to attend. For more about IMPACT Wrestling:

Qigong Classes For TGNCNB Community

Trans Qigong Classes

6-Week Course | Hybrid Format
Wednesdays: September 27-November 1
8:00-8:45 am with an optional 15-minute debrief and discussion

In this six-week course, we will learn a simple 9 form practice designed to gather, purify, and transform our internal energy (qi). In addition to learning the form, we will discuss basic concepts of qigong and delve into some principles of qigong movement. These practices can be done standing, seated, or lying down. 

Particular focus will be brought to the TGNCNB experience and the possibilities for qigong to provide a platform for acceptance, healing, and growth.

Out At The Movies: Bottoms

Out At the Movies | Screening of Bottoms |Alamo Drafthouse Yonkers | Aug. 31st | Thursday
2548 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers NY 10710

Group gathers at 6:45pm, 7pm Screening

BOTTOMS follows two queer nerds, Josie and PJ (Ayo Edebiri and Rachel Sennott), as they navigate the treacherous waters of their outlandish high school. Tired of taking crap from the jocks and desperately wanting to hook up with some popular cheerleaders, they hatch a plan: form a fight club.

Are you meeting a doctor for the first time?

Here’s a good question to ask them: "What experience do you have caring for LGBTQ+ patients?"

If you don’t like their answer or they don’t make you feel comfortable, find another doctor.

CLICK THIS LINK for a list of providers who care about LGBTQ+ health and provide cancer screening services even if you don’t have insurance.

LEAVE A COMMENT. What are some good questions to ask your doctor? You might help someone.

#QueerHealthIsPower

Queer Voices| New Group | 2nd & Last Thursdays every month | 7:00-8:30 PM | The LOFT Campus

Do you play an instrument, make music, or are a part of the music industry and looking to connect with others in the field?  Check out Queer Voices, a new group at The LOFT, a safe space for LGBTQ+ songwriters & performers to share music, learn, and support one another.

Thank you, TD!

The LOFT would like to thank TD Bank for being our Premier Sponsor for this year's gala.  

TD Bank is The LOFT's oldest corporate supporter with a legendary record of supporting LGBTQ+ Communities across the country. They have committed themselves as an institution to helping advance the LGBTQ+ Community through financial literacy and empowerment. They know PRIDE is 365 days of the year!

To learn more about this extraordinary group, click the photo.

To learn how your business can support The LOFT Gala (Sept 22-Friday), click below

Leonard-Litz LGBTQ Plus Foundation Named Gala Presenting Sponsor

The LOFT would like to thank The Leonard Litz LGBTQ Plus Foundation for being our Presenting Sponsor for this year's gala.  

The Leonard-Litz Foundation has become a powerhouse of support for LGBTQ+ Communities across the country. The LOFT in particular has benefitted greatly from the generous support of the foundation, which has helped sustain an array of programs and services that are vital to the good health and well-being of our community. We are truly grateful for all they have done to enrich our community!

To learn more about this extraordinary group, click the photo.

To learn how your business can support The LOFT Gala (Sept 22-Friday), click below

Shay D'Pines and Angel Elektra Return To Westchester!

LOFT Night Out | DRAG NIGHT 💥| Sept. 7-Thursday | 7-9 PM| Sing Sing Kill Brewery | 75 Spring Street, Ossining New York | Free Admission

Angel Electra and Shay D'Pines, The Hudson Valley's original dose of double-trouble are back, here to light up the night with fire, light, laughter, and joy! Come and join us at Sing Sing Kill Brewery for a night of extravaganza with Drag Night!

Admission is free, and menu prices for alcohol and food can be found on the Sing Sing Kill Brewery menu/website.

Marks First Time an LGBTQ+ Community Center Leader Makes The Cut

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is proud to share that Executive Director, Judy Troilo was ranked in The 2023 Westchester 100 by City and State NY Magazine. The list is a who's who of the suburban county’s most influential leaders!

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According to City & State NY: "Before Judy Troilo became the executive director of The Loft, the county’s largest LGBTQ+ service provider, the organization was not the community staple it is today. Under Troilo, The Loft has increased its operating budget by 400% and tripled its staff to run its over 100 free programs, services and events. In June 2022, Troilo and Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced the groundbreaking of a new senior housing development friendly to LGBTQ+ people. The Loft also puts on Westchester Pride, which attracts 7,000 visitors, and the Hudson Valley Trans Forum."

To read the full list: https://www.cityandstateny.com/power-lists/2023/08/2023-westchester-100/389458/