Silver Connections OUTings are monthly events held at various locations throughout Westchester, designed to foster community, friendship, and active engagement. Silver Connections is for LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+.
APRIL OUTing:
Mini Golf at Saxon Woods
It’s time to tee up for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and connection! Join us for the April edition of our Silver Connections OUTing, where we’ll enjoy some light-hearted competition and great company at Saxon Woods Mini Golf.
Whether you're a mini golf enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to connect with others in the LGBTQ+ 55+ community, this event is for you!
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Saxon Woods Mini Golf, 1800 Mamaroneck Ave, White Plains, NY 10605 (Participants are responsible for their own transportation.)
🎟️ $10.00 for seniors (pay at location) | Visit Saxon Woods Website
What to Expect:
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Casual Mini Golf Fun: Play at your own pace and enjoy the company of fellow Silver Connections members on a beautifully designed course.
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Scenic Setting: Saxon Woods offers a charming outdoor environment perfect for a spring outing.
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Build Community: Our OUTings provide a welcoming space to meet new people, reconnect with friends, and strengthen community bonds.
For more information, contact us at [email protected].
MAY OUTing:
Wolves & Queer Ecology
Join Silver Connections for an unforgettable adventure into the heart of nature at the Wolf Conservation Center (WCC)! This one-of-a-kind OUTing blends the science of wolf conservation with the transformative concept of queer ecology—exploring how nature itself challenges rigid norms and embraces diversity.
Thursday, May 1, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍 Wolf Conservation Center, 7 Buck Run Street, South Salem, NY 10590 (Participants must arrange their own travel to and from the Wolf Conservation Center.)
💵 FREE for LGBTQ+ adults 55+
What to Expect:
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Private Education Session & Wolf Encounter:
Get up close with WCC’s ambassador wolves in an intimate group setting designed just for us. -
Introduction to Queer Ecology:
Learn how plants, animals, and ecosystems naturally resist binaries—highlighting examples of gender fluidity, nontraditional social roles, and diverse relationships in the wild. -
Community & Conversation:
Engage with fellow LGBTQ+ adults 55+ in a stunning outdoor setting. Share insights, stories, and your love for nature. -
Fresh Air & Photo Ops:
Bring your curiosity and your camera—this is an experience to remember!
RSVP Required: This is a private experience with limited capacity. All attendees must RSVP in advance so we can provide a guest list to the WCC.
🐾 About the Wolf Conservation Center
The WCC is a non-profit organization working to protect and preserve wolves through education, advocacy, and active participation in species recovery programs. Learn more at nywolf.org.
For more information, contact us at [email protected].
.This is a program of Silver Connections, The LOFT's program for LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+.
The LOFT's Silver Connections program is made possible by grants from the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, New York State Department of Health, New York State Office for Aging, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
LOFT Social Groups are open groups that welcome everyone ages 18+. Groups are led by members of the LGBTQ+ and allied communities. There is no need to preregister and no fee to attend. 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. To donate, text The LOFT to 44321 or click the link below:
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