Get Vaccinated-1st Dose Monkeypox Clinic Sept 8

We're Beating MonkeyPox

Monkeypox 1st-Dose Clinic: September 8-Thursday

The infections have been severely blunted thanks to so many of us being vaccinated--but it's not over. We need all high-risk folx to get a vaccine. Our last 1st dose clinic is this Thursday, Sept 8 with plenty of appointments.

Join the fight against Monkeypox: protect yourself, your loved ones, and our community by getting yourself vaccinated.  Click the button below to make an appointment.

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Labor Day" The LOFT Closed

 

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center wishes you a Happy Labor Day. Please note we are closed, Monday, September 5th. The Center will be open during regular hours resuming Tuesday, September 6th. Please also note that Westchester Tu Ambiente will not be meeting Monday-Sept 5 and the Rock Climbing Group is meeting the following Monday, September 12. For all calendar listings, click here.

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LOFT Families Returns NEW In -Person Gathering

Back To School Social!

Calling all LGBTQ+ parents & guardians - You're invited to join LOFT Families, a program for LGBTQ+ parents and their kids, for our "Back to School Social" on Sunday, September 25th! Join us for an afternoon of kid-friendly activities, and plenty of opportunities to meet & mingle with other local LGBTQ+ families.

"Back to School Social" on Sunday, September 25th, 3-5 PM at The Scarsdale Congregational Church (1 Heathcote Road, Scarsdale, NY 10583)

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Join One Voice Special Event: Maria Mejia!

A Warrior's Journey

ONE Voice | September 11-SUN | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM 

HYBRID Event: Virtual -or- In Person @ The LOFT

Imagine discovering at 15 years old you have HIV.  What do you do?  Come and hear the extraordinary story of Maria Mejia's fight against HIV, including her journey of becoming a warrior and advocate for improving healthcare access for women living with HIV and shattering the stigma. 

Ms. Mejia is currently serving as a Goodwill Ambassador for the well project.  Click to read her impressive biography, learn about her advocacy efforts, and join us in person or virtually. Prepare to be inspired!

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Assemblymember Paulin Honored at LOFT Gala

The LOFT OUT Gala | September 30, 2022-Friday | Sunset Cocktails begin at 6:30 PM | Dinner & Program at 7:30 PM

The LOFT is proud to honor New York State Assemblymember Amy Paulin with this year's Edie Windsor & Thea Spyer Equality Award. Assemblymember Paulin has been a stalwart ally and champion of LGBTQ+ rights in New York State. 

Come and join us for an exciting evening of inspiration and celebration.  Meet old friends, make new ones, and support our community in the process. 

Click to learn more about the honoree and to buy your tickets or a table.

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New 1st Dose MPOX Vax Clinic: September 8

New 1st Dose Monkeypox Vaccine Clinic Announced!

Monkeypox 1st-Dose Clinic: September 8-Thursday

Join the fight against Monkeypox: protect yourself, your loved ones, and our community by getting yourself vaccinated. New 1st dose clinic appointments are now available.  

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Women's Health Workshop

August 26th-Fri | 7:30-9:00 PM | Virtual

Join the Know Better, Live Better workshop that focuses on managing health disparities as it relates to LBQT Women.

Know Better, Live Better is an initiative to promote community well-being and reduce health disparities in Westchester County. The program takes an evidence-based “trusted messenger” approach, which relies on a group of trustworthy Westchester residents to open discussions about disease prevention, finding health information, and accessing health services. 

This event is tailored for our LBQT Community and will take place as a our monthly LSN support group.

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Trans Support Workshop- Know Better, Live Better

August 25th-Thr | 6:30-8:00 PM | At The LOFT

Join the Know Better, Live Better workshop that focuses on managing health disparities as it relates to Transgender, Gender Non Conforming and the Nonbinary Community.

Know Better, Live Better is an initiative to promote community well-being and reduce health disparities in Westchester County. The program takes an evidence-based “trusted messenger” approach, which relies on a group of trustworthy Westchester residents to open discussions about disease prevention, finding health information, and accessing health services. 

This event is tailored for our TGNCNB Community and will take place as a our monthly TSHV Workshop.

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LOFT Gala honors The Leonard Litz LGBTQ Foundation

 Business Ally Award: Leonard Litz Foundation

The LOFT OUT Gala | September 30, 2022-Friday | Sunset Cocktails begin at 6:30 PM | Dinner & Program at 7:30 PM

The LOFT is proud to honor The Leonard Litz LGBTQ+ Foundation with this year's Business Ally Award. The Leonard Litz Foundation has truly become a powerhouse in funding LGBTQ+ initiatives across the Northeastern Region, including The LOFT. 

Come and join us for an exciting evening of inspiration and celebration.  Meet old friends, make new ones, and support our community in the process. 

Click to learn more about the honoree and to buy your tickets or a table.

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Join The MSM/Men's Health Workshop

 Men's Health Workshop

August 23rd-Tue | 7:30-9:00 PM | Virtual

Join the Know Better, Live Better workshop that focuses on managing health disparities as it relates to Men who have sex with Men (MSM).

Know Better, Live Better is an initiative to promote community well-being and reduce health disparities in Westchester County. The program takes an evidence-based “trusted messenger” approach, which relies on a group of trustworthy Westchester residents to open discussions about disease prevention, finding health information, and accessing health services. 

This event is tailored for MSM and/or GBQT Men and will take place during Men's Support Group.

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