CENTERLISTINGS January/February/March 2020

The , , Bisexual are subject to change. Visit & Community Center CENTER ARTS gaycenter.org/boxoffice for show times, 208 W 13 St, , NY 10011 ticket sales and more information. (Between 7th & 8th Aves.) & CULTURE gaycenter.org TUE, JAN 7, FEB TBD, MAR TBD, 7 P.M. CENTER NATIONAL HISTORY ARCHIVE NEWFEST AT THE CENTER Telephone The Center and NewFest present our Main: 212.620.7310 Opened in 1990, the archive collects ongoing film series, featuring narrative Main Fax: 212.924.2657 personal and organizational materials, and documentary stories giving voice to and is open to all researchers, by Center Services Fax: 646.486.9381 those segments of our community often appointment only. Information and unheard. Film for Jan: “Song Lang” by collection listings can be found at Leon Le. $15. Building Hours gaycenter.org/archives. Email Mon-Sat 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. [email protected] for appointments. WED, JAN 22, 6:30 P.M. Sun 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. “MERCE” SEASON TWO PREMIERE / CENTER LIBRARY Join us for a celebratory screening Think Coffee Hours of this fabulous, award-winning HIV- Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Center’s lending library welcomes positive musical comedy web series. Sat-Sun 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. browsers and borrowers at the days and The hijinks are raised to unprecedented times noted in Center Listings. More heights this season, as the series dives information at gaycenter.org/library. David Bohnett CyberCenter into some hot button topics impacting today’s HIV community. Mon-Sat 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. CENTER LIBRARY BOOK DISCUSSION Sun 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. GROUP A free, friendly group always open to THU, FEB 6, 6 P.M. Pat Parker/Vito Russo Center Library new members. “THE WHITE SHIRT PROJECT” Sat-Sun 12-4 p.m. BY JOSE RAMON TUE, JAN 7, 8-10 P.M. Opening reception for a black and white portrait photography series by Center National History Archive “CONFESSIONS OF A MASK” by Yukio Mishima photographer Jose Ramon. The series By appointment. focuses on PTSD and depression, as Call 212.620.7310 Ext. 205. TUE, FEB 4, 8-10 P.M. each subject discusses their experiences “AFTER THE PARADE” by Lori Ostlund with mental health and what they do to be their true selves. On view through Apr. gnoteentertainment.com/the-white- Holiday Observances TUE, MAR 3, 8-10 P.M. “SPEAK NO EVIL” by Uzodinma Iweala shirt-project Wed, Jan 1 SECOND TUESDAY LECTURE SERIES THU, FEB 13, 5-9 P.M. THE HEARTBREAK MINI-BALL Mon, Jan 20 The Center’s first cultural program hosts Presented in partnership with Housing presentations by notable figures in the Works, this is an evening of music, Mon, Feb 17 arts, academia and politics. Events Tue, food and special prizes to celebrate Feb 11 and Mar 10, 7 p.m. Topics TBD. ballroom, love and acceptance. Free The building and all Center offices and Check gaycenter.org/second-tuesday for and confidential HIV, STI and Hepatitis C programs are closed during the day; the full schedule; $10 suggested donation. testing. Registration is required. the building opens at 5 p.m. for evening meetings. EVENTS THU, FEB 20, 6:30 P.M. TERRORS OF TOXIC MASCULINITY Please note RSVPs are strongly In partnership with Connect + Commune, encouraged, and dates and times The Center presents this panel on the

RISEOUT ACTION TEAM MONTHLY MEETINGS THU, JAN 16, FEB 20, MAR 19 6-7:30 P.M.

Interested in ensuring equality for SAT, FEB 8 | 9 P.M. TO 1 A.M. all and want to take action? Join THE WILLIAMSBURG HOTEL, 96 WYTHE AVE, BROOKLYN The RiseOut Action Team for a monthly meeting about advocacy and organizing. To learn more MASQ is the premier event hosted by The Center’s about RiseOut, text JOIN to 69866 Young Leaders, known for its unique blend of mysterious or email [email protected]. masks, immersive entertainment and exhilarating performances. Join us for a night of dancing and fun. Tickets available at gaycenter.org/MASQ.

01 gaycenter.org 212.620.7310 LGBTCenterNYC toxicity of hyper-masculinity and its impact assistance, employment and landlord DROP-IN GROUPS on relationships, human interactions, disputes. By appointment only. Book mental and physical health, perception of at gaycenter.org/legal-clinics or email No intake required. women and LGBTQIA+ folks. [email protected]. TUE, 6-7 P.M. MON, JAN 20, FEB 17, MAR 16, 5-7 P.M. KALEIDOSCOPE LGBTQ FAMILY LEGAL CLINIC Weekly support group for transgender, ROOM 210 An opportunity to have questions nonbinary and gender nonconforming Visit bgsqd.com for answered by lawyers specializing in people who are looking for support in event listings. LGBTQ family building law and adoption. reducing or eliminating their substance [email protected] By appointment only. Book at use. No registration required. For more gaycenter.org/legal-clinics or email information contact Andy Hale at [email protected]. [email protected]. HOURS: TUE-SUN, 1-7 P.M. EVENTS THU, MAR 12-APR 16, 2-3 P.M. THU, JAN 9, 7 P.M. T-TALK This six-week group explores the CLOSING RECEPTION: QUEER|ART SAT, JAN 25, FEB 22, MAR 21 intersection of crystal, sex, relationships KARAOKE PARTY 11 A.M. TO 1 P.M. To close out the 2018-2019 KIDDING AROUND AT THE CENTER and recovery options from a harm Queer|Art|Mentorship Annual, we invite We're inviting LGBTQ parents and their reduction perspective. Registration you to join us for Queer|Art’s first-ever kids (ages 8 and under) to party with us! required. Contact William Ritchey at karaoke “recoupment” party, hosted by Themes change each month and offer [email protected] for details and Candystore and Ripley Soprano. your kids a new world to explore, including appointments. crafts, activities and games; infant space, SAT, FEB 1 & SUN, FEB 2, 9:30 A.M. TO 5 P.M. snacks and refreshments. Free registration THU, 7-8:30 P.M. ORAL HISTORY, A QUEER ART at gaycenter.org/kiddingaround. CONNECTED IN RECOVERY Organized by Oral History Summer School Weekly support group meetings led Workshop, this two-day course offers by and for LGBTQ people in recovery. foundational oral history training focusing CENTER RECOVERY No registration required. For more on theory, method and practice. Visit information contact Joe Disano at [email protected]. bgsqd.com for more info and to register. The Center offers the only New York State, OASAS-licensed, outpatient substance use CLOSED GROUPS TUE, MAR 3-24, 6:30-9:30 P.M. treatment programs designed specifically JUDITH BUTLER: “GENDER TROUBLE” for LGBTQ people 13 and older. We accept The Bureau partners with the Brooklyn The following Center Recovery groups Medicaid and private insurance (CIGNA, are open only to registered clients. For Institute for Social Research again to offer GHI, AETNA, Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, a four-week course on Judith Butler’s information about becoming a client, call Value Options and CHCS) plus out-of- 212.620.7310. groundbreaking book “Gender Trouble” network reimbursement and sliding scale (1990). Visit bgsqd.com for more info and payment options. Services are confidential. to register. MON-FRI, 11 A.M. TO 12 P.M. Contact [email protected]. EARLY RECOVERY A required group for clients in their first CENTER SERVICES RECOVERY CASE MANAGEMENT 90 days of abstinence. Members work Case management services to help you together to strengthen abstinence, discuss find resources to remain in recovery, such the basics of addiction and recovery and MON-FRI 10 A.M. TO 6 P.M. as welfare benefits, referrals to LGBTQ learn critical relapse prevention skills. CENTER YOUTH competent providers, job placements MON-FRI 3-7:30 P.M. and more. Free. For more information MON, 12-1 P.M. or services, contact Miguel Castillo at [email protected]. HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER FAMILIES A required group for clients in their first EN RECUPERACIÓN CON RECURSOS 90 days of abstinence. Group members Manejo de caso para ayudarle con los gain information critical to getting well and FAMILY PERMANENCY COUNSELING staying healthy through recovery. The Center provides non-judgmental, recursos necesarios para continuarle affirming support as you navigate a en recuperación de abuso sustancias y MON, 12-1 P.M. child’s process and prevenir recaídas. Le podemos ayudar developing identity. Short-term counseling con servicios aplicaciones para servicios SEXUALITY AND RECOVERY is available for families with children ages sociales, seguros médico, vivienda, A group for clients who have completed 5 and up who are perceived to be or empleo, referidos a proveedores LGBTQ 60 days of abstinence focusing on the identify as LGBT, gender nonconforming, competentes y mucho más. Servicios connection between sex, sexuality and queer or questioning. Contact gratuitos. Para registrarse contacte Miguel substance use in their lives. Members [email protected] or call Castillo [email protected]. discuss possibilities for sober, positive 212.620.7310. sexuality in an LGBTQ-affirming and sex- HARM REDUCTION & RECOVERY SUPPORT positive environment. DROP-IN GROUPS CRYSTAL METH HARM REDUCTION MON, 5-6 P.M. No intake required. Contact COUNSELING IN LIVING COLOR [email protected] to receive Short-term individual counseling available A group for people of color-identified monthly programming announcements. for individuals who use crystal meth Center Recovery clients. Group members to explore harm reduction options explore topics related to people of color’s TUE, JAN 14, FEB 11, MAR 10, 3-6 P.M. and available resources for additional experiences in recovery. NY LEGAL ASSISTANCE GROUP (NYLAG) support. Contact William Ritchey at LAW CLINIC [email protected] for details and TUE & THU, 11 A.M. TO 12 P.M. appointments. 30-minute legal consultations for LGBTQ RELAPSE PREVENTION community members. Topics include A required group for clients who have marriage and relationship dissolution, life completed Early Recovery and have planning documents, adoption and family at least 90 days of abstinence. Group building, immigration concerns, public members apply skills from Early Recovery

02 January/February/March 2020 to their daily lives and prepare for 25, make healthy decisions about drugs TUE, FEB 4-APR 7 completion of treatment. and alcohol. Call 646.358.1745 or email 6-7:30 P.M. [email protected] to learn more. GOOD GRIEF TUE & THU, 12-1 P.M. Closed group for working through loss EMOTIONAL WELLNESS CENTER YOUTH CLUBHOUSE and grief. Whether it’s the death of a loved A group that explores how our emotions The Clubhouse provides LGBTQ young one, loss of family and social support due impact the choices we make in our lives people and allies ages 18-21 with a to sexuality and/or gender identity or loss and steps to empower us to make healthier drop-in, drug- and alcohol-free space to of home through immigration, this group choices. foster healthy development. Field trips provides space for people to process and and family-oriented events are offered move toward healing. All are welcome. TUE-THU, 6-7 P.M. throughout the year. For more information Intake required. RECOVERY LIFESTYLE contact Liam Cudmore at lcudmore@ An evening group for clients unable gaycenter.org or 646.358.1747. EVERY OTHER WED, FEB 5-MAR 18 to attend morning Early Recovery and 7-8 P.M. OASIS Relapse Prevention groups. Clients learn MON, 5-6 P.M. how to adjust to a sober lifestyle using a A support group for people who identify LET’S TALK ABOUT SEX on the asexual and/or aromantic spectrum variety of recovery tools and discussions A group for youth and young adults that designed to enhance recovery. to share experiences, form community and focuses on the intersection of sex and explore their concerns and feelings around sexuality with substance use. Members WED & FRI, 12-1 P.M. society, individuality, identity and more. discuss possibilities for sober, positive CRYSTAL METH A group for clients working on abstinence sexuality in a fun, LGBTQ-affirming and TRANSGENDER AND GENDER NONCONFORMING from crystal meth. Group focuses on sex-positive environment. SUPPORT physiological, social and emotional issues specific to crystal meth use, addiction and TUE & FRI, 5-6 P.M. DROP-IN GROUPS recovery. RECOVERY SKILLS A group where youth and young adults No intake required. WED, 12-1 P.M. explore the impact their relationships WOMEN IN RECOVERY have on substance use and recovery. 1ST WED, 6-7:30 P.M. A group for female-identified Center Participants gain insight into their sense TRANS LEGAL CLINIC Recovery clients, ages 18 and up, to discuss of self and relationships with others. A free legal clinic for transgender and topics related to the female experience in Focus on skills to improve interpersonal gender nonconforming community recovery. communication and the ability to engage members regarding gender-affirming in healthy, beneficial relationships. access to healthcare, insurance, WED, 5-6 P.M. employment issues, housing, name and 40+ IN RECOVERY WED, 3:30-5 P.M. gender marker changes, public benefits and more. Book at gaycenter.org/legal-clinics or A group for clients ages 40 and over only. SEVEN CHALLENGES email [email protected]. Discusses topics related to this age group A group designed to motivate young and being in recovery. adults to evaluate their lives, consider 1ST WED, 7:30-9 P.M. changes they may wish to make and then WED, 5-6 P.M. (GROUP STARTS JAN 8) succeed in implementing the desired TRANS FEMININE SPECTRUM TGNC IN RECOVERY changes. It supports participants in taking A support group for those who identify Discusses topics related to gender identity power over their own lives. as trans-, trans-women, women, while navigating recovery. This group is trans-female, cross-dresser, drag queen, open to TGNC clients of any age. WED, 5-6 P.M. transsexual, femme queen, etc. to explore TGNC IN RECOVERY and discuss their feelings and concerns THU, 7-8:30 P.M. Discusses topics related to gender identity about gender, trans-identities and their RECOVERY MAINTENANCE while navigating recovery. Open to TGNC histories. An aftercare group designed for clients clients of any age. who have completed initial treatment plan 1ST WED, 7:30-9 P.M. goals. Group members will apply skills THU, 5-6 P.M. (GROUP STARTS JAN 8) acquired from earlier phases of treatment EMOTIONAL WELLNESS TRANS MASCULINE SPECTRUM as they transition into a life of sustained A support group for those who identify as recovery. A group that explores how our emotions impact the choices we make in our lives trans-masculine, trans-men, men, trans- and steps to empower youth and young male, boi, gender-queer, AG/Aggressive, FRI, 12-1 P.M. transsexual, etc. to explore and discuss their TGNC WELLNESS adults to make healthy decisions for themselves. feelings and concerns about gender, trans- A group for TGNC Center Recovery clients identities and their histories. to explore the connection of mind and FRI, 12-1 P.M. body in recovery. Topics include physical 1ST WED, 7:30-9 P.M. wellness, body image, sexuality and self- TGNC WELLNESS (GROUP STARTS JAN 8) A group for TGNC Center Recovery clients care. Open to TGNC clients of any age. TRANS PARTNERS | TRANS AMOROUS to explore the connection of mind and A support group for people of all FRI, 1-2 P.M. body in recovery. Topics include physical genders to discuss and explore their RELATIONSHIPS wellness, body image, sexuality and self- relationships with trans-identified or gender A group where clients examine the impact care. Open to TGNC clients of any age. nonconforming individuals. of their relationships on substance use and sobriety. Group members discuss 2ND WED, 7:30-9 P.M. relationships to self, significant others and CENTER HEALTH GNC SPECTRUM the community, building awareness and A support group for those who identify skills to strengthen abstinence. The Center provides programming to as gender-queer, androgynous, agender, address specific health issues that affect gender nonconforming, boi, etc. to explore YOUTH SPECIFIC GROUPS our community. From insurance enrollment and discuss their feelings and concerns and support services for mental health to about gender, community, identities and The Center’s outpatient substance use living with HIV and AIDS, The Center is their history. treatment program is designed specifically here to help. to help LGBTQ+ young people, ages 13-

gaycenter.org 212.620.7310 LGBTCenterNYC 03 CLOSED GROUPS TUE, FEB 4-APR 7 for LGBTQ immigrants to come together, 6-7:30 P.M. play games and socialize in a relaxed Intake required; call 212.620.7310 for more SWIPE RIGHT and safe environment. A great place information. Free. A space for community members to share to connect with old friends, meet new their experiences around hook up and ones and expand your support system! MON, FEB 3-APR 13 dating apps. Group members will gain Transportation assistance provided. (NO GROUP FEB 17) insight into how their app use is impacting 6:30-8 P.M. themselves and their relationships. This 3RD WED TRANS/GNC FEMININE “STORIES” closed group is free and open to all 5-8 P.M. A weekly closed group for members LGBTQ community members 18 and IMMIGRATION LEGAL CLINIC to obtain community peer support. over. Intake required; call 646.650.5726 Free legal clinic for LGBTQ+ immigrants Discussion topics include: community or email Vanessa Gonzalez at seeking assistance with legal name building, emotional health, gender pride, [email protected]. and gender marker changes, work skills training, managing relationships, authorization document renewals, referrals sexual health and coping skills. Members IMMIGRATION SUPPORT to social and legal service organizations are encouraged to share their personal and screening for immigration relief stories in a safe and supportive DROP-IN GROUPS eligibility. Consultations available in environment. Spanish. To book an appointment email No intake required. [email protected]. MON, FEB 3-APR 13 (NO GROUP FEB 17) 1ST & 3RD WED EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMMING 6:30-8 P.M. EXCEPTIONS: 1ST & 2ND MEETINGS ARE JAN 8 & 22 DROP-IN GROUPS TRANS/GNC MASCULINE SPECTRUM 6-7:30 P.M. “VOICES” GRUPO DE APOYO PARA LGBTQ No intake required. A weekly closed group for members INMIGRANTES EN ESPAÑOL to obtain community peer support. Este espacio es para LGBTQ inmigrantes FRI, JAN 3, FEB 7, MAR 6 Discussion topics include: community que buscan comunidad, apoyo emocional, 6-8 P.M. building, emotional health, gender pride, y recursos de la ciudad. Este grupo intenta WOMEN OF COLOR GAME NIGHT managing relationships, role model facilitar solidaridad en nuestra comunidad An opportunity for single women of stories and sexual health. Members are de inmigrantes hispanohablantes de todos color and their friends, ages 40 and encouraged to share their personal stories estatuses. over, to come together for a fun night of in a safe and supportive environment. board games, activities and community 1ST & 3RD THU building. Make connections and expand THU, FEB 6-APR 9 EXCEPTIONS: 1ST & 2ND MEETINGS ARE your network—you never know what 7-8:30 P.M. JAN 9 & 23 opportunities will arise! GNC/NONBINARY SPECTRUM 6-7:30 P.M. “HARMONIES” IMMIGRATION SUPPORT AND EVENTS A weekly closed group for members EMPOWERMENT GROUP to obtain community peer support. This group is intended for LGBTQ- THU, MAR 26 Discussion topics include: community identified immigrant community members 12-5 P.M. building, emotional health, gender pride, to learn about employment, financial and TGNC CAREER FAIR managing relationships, role model health-related resources available in NYC. A day-long drop-in career fair geared stories and sexual health. Members are It will provide an opportunity to gain toward members of the trans and encouraged to share their personal stories advocacy skills, share experiences and gender nonconforming community. in a safe and supportive environment. build supportive community. TGNC-affirming employers will be on-site providing job and networking HIV & SEXUAL HEALTH MON, FEB 3-JUN 8 opportunities. Come dressed professionally 6-7:30 P.M. with extra copies of your resume! The Center’s HIV prevention programs ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE help LGBTQ people make informed INTERMEDIATE CLASS CENTER YOUTH decisions about their sexual health. We These free, intermediate English classes provide one-on-one sessions with our for LGBTQ+ immigrant adults and non- experts to explore HIV prevention native speakers will be modeled using Center Youth and The Center Youth options, support for people living with Level 1 of the Oxford Interchange 4th Clubhouse provide LGBTQ young people HIV and assistance accessing PrEP Edition Program. Students are strongly and allies ages 13-21 with community and PEP. Call 212.620.7310 or email encouraged to engage in all sessions. For support to foster healthy development in a [email protected] to learn more. more information email economicjustice@ safe, affirming, sex-positive and drug-free gaycenter.org. environment. Drop in Mon-Fri, 3-7:30 p.m. The Center also offers free, confidential For more information and group schedules, rapid HIV testing Mon-Fri from 12-4 p.m. WED, FEB 5-JUN 10 visit gaycenter.org/youth or email and every Wed from 5-7 p.m. Please 6-7:30 P.M. [email protected]. arrive 30 minutes prior to closing. No ENGLISH FOR BEGINNERS THROUGH appointment necessary. SINGING & MIMICS DROP-IN GROUPS English as a Second Language for LGBTQ+ MON, FEB 3-APR 13 immigrant adults and non-native speakers No intake required. (NO GROUP FEB 17) who are interested in learning through 6-7:30 P.M. singing karaoke, listening, transcribing MON-FRI, 3-4 P.M. HIVE MIND and connecting to community through OPEN LAB Gain social and emotional support song! For more information email Daily drop-in hours in The Center’s youth with other individuals living with HIV. [email protected]. computer lab. Check email or Facebook, Discussion topics include sex, dating work on a job search or college application and relationships; managing healthcare; EVENTS or check out that YouTube video coping with anxiety and depression and everyone’s talking about. disclosing your status to family and friends. TUE, JAN 28, FEB 25, MAR 31 Free and open to anyone living with HIV. 6-8 P.M. Intake required; call 212.620.7310 or email IMMIGRANT GAME NIGHT [email protected]. Immigrant Game Night is an opportunity

04 January/February/March 2020 MON, 4-5:30 P.M. THU, 5:30-7 P.M. FRI, JAN 17, 8-10 P.M. H.O.M.E. KARAOKE KORNER! LESBIAN SEX MAFIA: WHAT’S IN YOUR Health, Opportunity, Motivation and Whether you’ve got some serious pipes, or TOY BAG? & NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION Education is a group where youth don’t think you can sing at all, we have a Toy bags unzipped! A show-and-tell participants explore different ways of blast during this weekly karaoke time. workshop uncovering what tops, bottoms taking care of their bodies and practicing and switches carry in their toy bags and self-care. FRI, 3-4 P.M. why. New member orientation! Come for VOGUE BASICS the workshop. Join as a Pledge. Leave a MON, 5:30-7:15 P.M. New to vogueing? Learn how to properly Full Member. lesbiansexmafia.org/events, MONDAY COMMUNITY DISCUSSION & vogue, duck walk and dip for ya life! [email protected] SOCIAL Activity and discussion group with no limit FRI, 4-5:30 P.M. SUN, JAN 19, 1-2 P.M. to topics. For five months of the year this QUEER ART GROUP SAL BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP group is facilitated by our trained Peer Explore your creative side and express A lesbian book group that meets the Educators. In the last half hour “social” we yourself at our Queer Art Group! Each third Sun of each month to discuss mingle and eat snacks. week we will work on different art projects contemporary and classic literature. and activities with an LGBTQ twist. Today’s Book: “My Sister, the Serial Killer: A TUE, 4-5:30 P.M. Novel” by Oyinkan Braithwaite. $3 for room CLUBHOUSE CONNECTION FRI, 5:30-7:30 P.M. rental; exact change is appreciated. Join the Clubhouse Peer Coaches in RATED Q groups.yahoo.com/group/salbookgroup exploration of important and interesting A weekly queer film screening followed by topics and fun activities. discussion. Have suggestions for movies to FRI, JAN 24, 7-10 P.M. watch? Let us know! EXCELSIOR MC PRESENTS “AN TUE, 4-5:30 P.M. INDELIBLE MARK: 45 YEARS IN LIGHTS OUT LEADERSHIP TRAINING Discuss everything sex related, get LEATHER” All are welcome to view this exhibit of art accurate sexual health info and create safe Center Youth offers unique peer leadership sex kits to share in the community. training opportunities. Interested in and memorabilia chronicling the history taking part in a service learning project, of Excelsior MC, New York’s oldest leather TUE, 5:30-7 P.M. facilitating groups or becoming an HIV club. On display in The Bureau of General GAYMERS educator to your peers? Looking to explore Services—Queer Division from Are you interested in Wii games like Super career options, gain confidence with Jan 24-Feb 8. excelsiormc.com, Smash Bros. or Just Dance? Apples 2 interviewing and getting connected to job [email protected] Apples or even UNO? Or other games— opportunities? Come in to find out more! come play with us! Leadership interns receive stipends. THU, FEB 13, 8-9 P.M. LGBT READING GROUP TUE & WED, 5:30-7 P.M. EVENTS Book: “All That Heaven Allows: A STUDY HALL/TUTORING Biography of Rock Hudson” by Mark Griffin Want some support and guidance to make THU, FEB 6 that grade? Need time and space to get 4:30-7:30 P.M. SUN, FEB 16, 1-2 P.M. your school work done? Study with us! YOUTH PRIDE CHORUS AUDITIONS SAL BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP This open call for new members includes A lesbian book group that meets TUE, 5:30-7 P.M. & THU, 4-5:30 P.M. learning a short song and dance the third Sun of each month to RAINBOW ROOM combination, then singing privately and discuss contemporary and classic NYC’s chillest group room. Hang out with dancing in small groups. Participants will literature. Today’s book: “Circe” by the Peer Coaches in our youth lounge have the opportunity to practice before Madeline Miller. $3 for room rental; while singing, drawing and playing games the audition, and connect with current exact change is appreciated. over light conversation. singers and staff. groups.yahoo.com/group/salbookgroup

WED, 4-5:30 P.M. FRI, FEB 14 FRI, FEB 21, 8-10 P.M. YOUNG MEN’S GROUP 7-10 P.M. LESBIAN SEX MAFIA: KINKY CARNIVAL If you’re a young man who wants to talk CENTER YOUTH VALENTINE’S DAY EXPLORATORIUM about coming out, relationships, safer sex DANCE Come one, come all! It’s time to and more with other young men, hang out Spend Valentine’s Day with us during this check out some classic kinky tools at with us. festive night of gender-bending, dancing, our LSM Exploratorium! Get a taste of dropping it low and making new friends, what makes BDSM so much fun. WED, 4-5:30 P.M. all while simply loving who you are. The lesbiansexmafia.org/events, YOUNG WOMEN’S GROUP most wonderful love is the love we have for [email protected] This is a shout out to all young women who ourselves—celebrate with us! want to talk about things like relationships, SUN, MAR 15, 1-2 P.M. safer sex, coming out, body image, etc. SAL BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP with other women. GROUP EVENTS A lesbian book group that meets the third Sun of each month to discuss WED, 5:30-7 P.M. WED, JAN 8, FEB 12, MAR 11, 6-8 P.M. contemporary and classic literature. ZEN ZONE BIG APPLE SOFTBALL GENERAL BODY Today’s book: “Where the Crawdads The Clubhouse spot to drink tea and MEETING Sing” by Delia Owens. $3 for room rental; practice self-care through relaxation and bigapplesoftball.com, exact change is appreciated. mindfulness exercises. [email protected] groups.yahoo.com/group/salbookgroup THU, 4-5:30 P.M. THU, JAN 9, 8-9 P.M. FRI, MAR 20, 8-10 P.M. GENDER X Explore gender and sexuality in this weekly LGBT READING GROUP LESBIAN SEX MAFIA: WOMEN’S H(ER) Book: “Lie With Me” by Philippe Besson drop-in group that involves discussion, STORY arts, media and film. Join LSM as we celebrate Women’s History Month. lesbiansexmafia.org/events, [email protected]

gaycenter.org 212.620.7310 LGBTCenterNYC 05 CHRISTIAN SCIENCE GROUP Study/ ACT UP-style protests and other actions RECURRING discussion group offering safe space to fight back hard against the gun lobby! MEETINGS & EVENTS to explore sexuality and all life's issues [email protected] in a spiritual context. Thu, 8-9 p.m. 212.532.8379, nycsgroup.com GREATER NEW YORK GESNERIAD 20SOMETHING MONTHLY SOCIAL Enjoy SOCIETY We are a chapter of the drinks, snacks and chill as you meet CITY CRUISERS NYC MOTORCYCLE CLUB Gesneriad Society, an international society other 20-something LGBT folks from Riding club for gay male motorcyclists. 1st of hobbyists and scientists with a focus all over the city. Socialize, relax after a Thu, 8-9 p.m. No meetings in Jan or Mar. on the “miracle houseplants,” plants in the long day of work and network. Unique African Violet family. [email protected], events planned throughout the year. D&D FRIDAYS We play Dungeons and greaternygesneriad.org Monthly social fee is $5. 4th Thu, 8-10 p.m. Dragons. Come hang out, ask questions, be [email protected], geeky and campy and gay! Alternating Fri, HEART OF RECOVERY BUDDHIST meetup.com/20SomethingNYC 7-10 p.m. [email protected] MEDITATION AND OPEN 12-STEP MEETING Open to those on any recovery 20SOMETHING SECOND WEDNESDAYS DIGNITY NEW YORK Celebrating the path. Features 25 minutes of meditation, A safe, respectful space for members to Eucharist and working for a time when a reading from a Buddhist 12-step book discuss topics and issues relevant to LGBT LGBTQ people participate fully in all aspects and sharing. Led by Shambhala meditation experiences and encourage long-lasting of the Roman Catholic Church and society. instructors in recovery. Originally hosted friendships. We also connect members to Steering Committee 2nd Tue, 8-10 p.m. for nine years at Shambhala Meditation important LGBT services and resources. Liturgy Committee 3rd Tue, 8-10 p.m. Come Center. Sun, 6:30-8 p.m. $5 suggested donation. Refreshments to the Table, 3rd Sun, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. provided. Bring friends! 2nd Wed, 8-10 p.m. 646.418.7039, [email protected], /NYC PRIDE [email protected], dignityny.org Organizers of NYC's LGBT pride meetup.com/20SomethingNYC events (Rally, March, Dance on the DISCLOSURE NETWORK NEW YORK Pier, PrideFest). Contact NYC Pride for ACT UP (AIDS COALITION TO UNLEASH UFO/para-normal research group. 1st & schedule. 212.80PRIDE, nycpride.org POWER) Individuals united in anger and 3rd Sun, 2-4 p.m. $10. Contact Nick Curto, committed to direct action to end the 917.701.9033, [email protected]. IDENTITY HOUSE WALK-IN PEER AIDS crisis. General meeting Mon, 7-9 p.m. COUNSELING Low-cost counseling for 212.966.4873, actupny.org, DROP-IN SUPPORT GROUP FOR PEOPLE coming out, relationships, dating and all [email protected] AFFECTED WITH HIV Thu, 6:30-8 p.m. other life topics. Sat & Sun, 6-8 p.m. [email protected] AMERICAN VETERANS FOR EQUAL EMPIRE CITY MC’S OPEN GENERAL RIGHTS NEW YORK (AVERNY) AVERNY MEETING North America’s longest-running IMPERIAL COURT OF NY Community- is the NY Chapter of AVER, the nation’s gay motorcycle club. 1st Wed, except on based social fundraising 501(c)3 volunteer LGBT armed forces veterans’ service U.S. holiday, then meets 2nd Wed from organization providing a safe and positive organization; advocating for the rights 8-9 p.m. [email protected] environment for all communities. ICNY.org and benefits of LGBT veterans and service members. For schedule visit website or call EXCELSIOR MC MONTHLY MEETING INDOOR GARDENING SOCIETY OF 718.849.5665. averny.tripod.com, Curious about the leather scene? Join NY’s AMERICA Learn the joys of house-plant [email protected] oldest running leather club for our monthly horticulture with the Chapter. business meeting to learn about the 4th Tue, 6-8 p.m. 718.913.6163 BIG APPLE SOFTBALL LEAGUE One of the community and our social and charitable nation’s oldest LGBTQ+ athletic organizations events. 3rd Tue, 7-8 p.m. excelsiormc.com, ITALIAN CONVERSATION GROUP Not a with opportunities for all skill levels to play [email protected] class. Meet and share Italian (and other) ball! Secretary: Emma Hutchinson. experiences exclusively in Italian. [email protected], FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP Good practice. $5. 2nd/4th Mon, [email protected], CERCLE FRANCOPHONE Share ideas and 6-8 p.m. Contact Joseph Brooks, bigapplesoftball.com experiences entirely in French. Not a class. [email protected], 212.741.5288. All levels welcome. $5 suggested donation. BIREQUEST Topic-focused, moderated 2nd/4th Fri, 6-7 p.m. [email protected] LEGAL CLINIC Offered by Lesbian, Gay, discussion group, followed by optional Bisexual & Transgender Law Association dinner. Ad hoc social activities throughout GAY ASIAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER MEN Foundation of Greater NY. Free walk-in the year. 1st Mon and 3rd Thu, 6-8 p.m. OF NY (GAPIMNY) Founded in 1990, clinic provides general legal information, [email protected], birequest.org GAPIMNY is an all-volunteer, membership- referrals. Tue, sign-in 6-6:30 p.m. based community organization with the 212.353.9118, le-gal.org, [email protected] BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER mission to empower queer and trans Asian (BPD) CONNECTIONS Emotions Matter Pacific Islanders to create positive change. LESBIAN SEX MAFIA Support and is a non-profit organization dedicated We provide a range of political, social, information group for women 18 or older, to supporting those impacted by educational and cultural programming. 1st including transsexual and intersex women, borderline personality disorder (BPD). Mon, 8-10 p.m. 212.802.7423, gapimny.org, who are interested in fantasy and role We hold monthly drop-in groups where [email protected] playing, bondage, discipline, S/M, fetishes, those impacted by BPD can access costumes, alternate gender identities and free educational resources and connect AT MIDLIFE AND BEYOND uninhibited sexual expression in a safe, with other peers in recovery. Mon. SUPPORT GROUP For gay men over age sane, consensual and confidential way. 3rd emotionsmatterbpd.org 40, life can offer exciting new experiences. Fri, 8-10 p.m. [email protected], It can also be a time of loneliness, isolation lesbiansexmafia.org CELEBRATING OUR LIVES: A DISCUSSION and depression. This informal support GROUP FOR OVER 50 Gay group meets to discuss ways to empower LGBTQ OPERA CLUB Share the joys of opera women ages 50+ discuss topics of either ourselves at midlife and beyond. 3rd Mon, and expand your world. A unique listening particular relevance to them, or general 7-8:30 p.m. [email protected] experience for all. $5 suggested donation. topics as viewed through the lens of their 2nd Fri, 8-10 p.m. [email protected] or on lives. Women whose birthdays fall within GAYS AGAINST GUNS-NY Formed after Facebook: LGBTQ Opera Club of New York the month will be acknowledged, and the Orlando Pulse massacre, GAG-NY City those interested go to dinner afterwards. needs all LGBTQ people and non-queer Voluntary contributions towards the allies to help us break the grip that MALES AU NATUREL (MAN) Gay and room rental accepted. No pre-registration the gun industry and the NRA have on bisexual men's nudist/naturist group. MAN necessary. 212.206.3737, [email protected] Congress. 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[email protected] NYC GAY MEN'S SHAMANIC CIRCLE Open We support healing from biphobia and circle for gay men performing shamanic advocate for greater acceptance and URANTIA BOOK STUDY GROUP Long journey work for healing on many levels, empowerment. 2nd/4th Tue, 7-8 p.m. time & new Urantia Book readers welcome. including themselves, the community and Preview complete book: urantiabook.org. the planet. $10 suggested donation. 1st Sun, SIRENS WOMEN’S MOTORCYCLE 1st & 3rd Sun, 1-2 p.m. Free. Contact Nick 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CLUB NYC Monthly meeting for women Curto, 917.701.9033, [email protected]. motorcyclists. Meets every 3rd Tue, 8-10 p.m. NYC MARRIED MEN'S SUPPORT GROUP $40 for 12-month pledge period; $35/year YOU GOTTA BELIEVE One of a precious For men who identify as bi or gay and are, or to renew membership. sirensnyc.com, few organizations in the have been, in a mixed orientation marriage. 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Sat, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Struggle for To learn more about our club, visit Intimacy PRIDE TOASTMASTERS Only LGBT sdnyc.org and attend our FREE monthly Toastmasters club on the East Coast. Learn public meetings! 4th Wed, 8-9:30 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS new skills to enhance self-confidence [email protected] Intergroup, 212.647.1680, nyintergroup.org and personal growth in fun, supportive Tue, 6-7:15 p.m., Women Now atmosphere. Membership is $78 for six SUNDANCE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Tue, 8-9 p.m., Westwingers months. Free to attend as a guest. Thu, SOCIETY NY area gay outdoors club for Thu, 12-1:15 p.m., Agnostics 6-7:30 p.m. [email protected], men and women of all ages and abilities. Thu, 9-10 p.m., Westwingers pridetoastmasters.com Enjoy outdoor non-competitive activities: Fri, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Queer and Kind Group backpacking, biking, boating, horseback Fri, 7:15-9:15 p.m., Learned and Humbled PRIME TIMERS Social club for mature men. riding, social outings, skating, skiing and Sat, 6-7:30 p.m., Women Together Closed General meeting 2nd Sat, 2-4 p.m. POB more. All-volunteer; run by members. Discussion 20418, New York, NYC 10001. Quarterly mixers. sundanceoutdoor.org Sat, 7:45-8:45 p.m., LAex [email protected] Sat, 9-10 p.m., S/M Sober Miracles Sun, 12-1 p.m., High Noon SUPPORT FOR SINGLE LESBIANS A Sun, 4-5:15 p.m., Village Agnostics RECOVERY DHARMA A one-hour meeting support and discussion group where single centered around mindful eating. Begins lesbians get support for being single in a Sun, 6-7 p.m., Living Today with a guided meditation, followed by couples' world. After the group at 7 p.m., we Sun, 6-7 p.m., Sundays at 6, Open, Big Book Last Sun, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Village Agnostics a reading from the Dharma of Recovery go to the Good Stuff Diner on 14 St between Step Meeting book and ending with participants sharing. 6th and 7th. We run by donation ($5 Sun, 2-3 p.m. suggested), whatever you can afford. 3rd Fri monthly, 6-7 p.m. [email protected] AL-ANON Intergroup, 212.941.0094 Recovery RECOVERY DHARMA TUESDAY Thu, 5:45-7:15 p.m., Gay Men's Round Robin Dharma meeting and guided meditation. Peer- SUPPORTIVE CONNECTIONS Fri, 7:30-9 p.m., Gay Men Beginners & Regular Buddhist-inspired meeting for all people led safe space to discuss, share and seeking freedom from addiction. Tue, get support for our emotional health. 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