OATM: Spoiler Alert

 
The LOFT's Out at the Movies group will be going to see the new LGBTQ+  film "Spoiler Alert" 
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 13th.  Films starts at 6:40pm, meet in theater lobby by 6:25pm. 
Location: Showcase Cinema de Lux City Center 15
19 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY, 10601
About the film: Based on Michael Ausiello's best-selling memoir "Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies," the film is a heartwarming, funny and life-affirming story of how Michael and Kit's relationship is transformed and deepened when one of them falls ill. Starring Jim Parsons and co-written by Dan Savage. 
To view the film's trailer,  purchase advance tickets and directions to the theater visit: www.showcasecinemas.com  
If you would like to sit with the OATM group, wait to purchase tickets together with the group prior to the screening. 
Following the film, those interested can join the group for discussion at a nearby eatery.  
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Honoring Barbara Love

The LOFT mourns the loss of lesbian activist and author Barbara Love. Barabara's wife Donna Smith has been active with The LOFT for nearly four decades since the center's inception and beyond that time working with the Lesbian Task Force of Westchester NOW.
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Thank you Barbara for your lifetime of advocacy. We stand on your shoulders and learn from your legacy. Rest In Pride,
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A black-and-white close-up of Barbara Love, in large glasses, speaking into a microphone.
Photo source: Bettye Lane, via Schlesinger Library, Harvard Radcliffe Institute, Harvard University

 

 

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Tues-12/6, Fair Housing Event & Reception

Know Your Housing Protections

Unlocking Doors, Breaking Barriers: Westchester

December 6, 2022-Tuesday | Program- 6:00-7:30 PM
Food & Reception to follow

YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester: 515 North Street, White Plains, NY 10605

Join the NYS Division of Human Rights, LOFT LGBTQ+ Center, Westchester Human Rights Commission, and
Westchester Residential Opportunities for a conversation about fair housing protections based on sexual orientation and gender identity under the human rights law.

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Don't Miss Our Holiday Brunch!

 

TODAY-Saturday is your last chance to buy at the Early Bird rate of $50/Ticket!

 

Holiday Brunch Celebration December 11-SUN | 11:30 AM-2:30 PM | Sonesta Hotel, White Plains NY


The LOFT's annual holiday brunch celebration is BACK in person! Drag artist ANDRAMADA joins the fun with drag bingo and performance!


All-you-can-eat buffet, live entertainment, games, and prizes including an NYC Getaway Package: Hotel & Broadway tickets!


Win your chance for a 2-night stay at the brand new, MOTTO, a super chic hotel by Hilton, and enjoy ticket vouchers from TodayTix to your choice of Broadway shows (a $650 value)!

To Buy Tickets to the Annual Brunch

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Join OutWalking: SUNDAY December 3rd

Don't miss out on some Autumn fun with December's OUTWalking Adventure!  

December 4, 2022-SUNDAY at Oscawana Island & McAndrews Estate

| 123 Cortlandt, St, Croton-On-Hudson, NY, 10520 | 10:00AM-1:00 PM

 

Come and join us, connect with nature, enjoy the walk and make new friends!

Learn more, click here.

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Calling All Queer Youth!


LGBTQ+ Youth Night!

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Center Campus
 | December 2, 2022-Friday | 6:30-8:30 PM

Come and join the party! PIZZA and snacks served!  LGBTQ+ Youth Night is a youth-only social and support space for LGBTQ+ and allied youth in grades 5-12 in collaboration with CenterLane.

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The LOFT Honors World AIDS Day

WORLD AIDS DAY is December 1st
Join The LOFT as we make time to honor those who have passed. World AIDS Day marks the discovery of HIV/AIDS and the effect it has had on our community, the nation, and around the world.

We invite you to learn more with "40 Major Moments" an exploration of the earliest days when HIV/AIDS wreaked havoc in the gay community in the 1980s. We also have additional reading resources and information on support groups for those living with HIV, and for those who would like to get tested.

Visit our World AIDS Day Page, click here

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Have You Bought Your Tickets Yet?

ANDRAMADA Joins The Holiday Brunch

Holiday Brunch Celebration December 11-SUN | 11:30 AM-2:30 PM | Sonesta Hotel, White Plains NY

Get your tickets now, at the early bird rate!

The LOFT's annual holiday brunch celebration is BACK in person! Drag artist ANDRAMADA joins the fun with drag bingo and performance!

All-you-can-eat buffet, live entertainment, games, and prizes including an NYC Getaway Package: Hotel & Broadway tickets!

Win your chance for a 2-night stay at the brand new,  MOTTO, a super chic hotel by Hilton, and enjoy ticket vouchers from TodayTix to your choice of Broadway shows (a $650 value)!

Early Bird Tickets are on sale now!  

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We say Thank You on Giving Tuesday

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center celebrates GIVING TUESDAY by offering heartfelt thanks to all of our supporters. We cannot build up our center, empower our community, and sustain the work we do every day without the generous support and love from our members, donors, sponsors, institutional partners, and allies.  A BIG THANK YOU goes out to all of you!  If you are interested in making a donation and supporting The LOFT there are so many ways to do so!  Learn more

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Outspoken: The Arc is Becoming a Circle

 

Contributor Gary O'Brien shares a personal essay about growing up gay in the 70's, 80's, and 90's, reflecting on all the things that have changed and how so many gains are on the verge of being erased.

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