What we’re about
This group is operated by The LOFT Lesbian and Gay Community Services Center Inc (Do Business As Name The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center) (9-21-21). The LOFT is a meet-up location for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and allied communities. With more than 30 regular groups and numerous special events throughout the year, the center provides a safe and affirming environment to be yourself and meet new people or reconnect with old friends. Our meet-ups fall under four main categories: support, education, celebration and advocacy.
The LOFT is a non-profit community organization based in Westchester County and serving the lower Hudson Valley LGBTQ+ community since 1983, when it began in a loft space!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- In-Person: OUTWalking goes to Rockefeller State PreserveRockefeller Preserve, Sleepy Hollow, NY
Join OUTWalking on our next adventure!
Rockefeller State Preserve
125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY
Sunday October 27, 2024
10:00-12:30 PMParking: $6
Join us in the heart of Sleepy Hollow Country for a picturesque fall walk around Rockefeller State Park! The old Rockefeller estate carriage trails traverse the 1,775 acres of the preserve and will take us through forest, wetlands, farmland and meadows. For anyone wanting to take public transit, it can arranged to pick a few people up at the Fleetwood Metro-North Station. Please RSVP to group facilitator Joe Nappi at Outwalkinglgbt@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!
*The LOFT'S OutWalking events are planned with everyone's safety in mind and we ask that participants complete this waiver to acknowledge they feel safe and able to engage in this physical activity. Once signed, they will be kept on file for the remainder of the calendar year, and do not need to be completed on a monthly basis. Thank you for helping keep OUTWalking a safe experience for all those who participate!
Waiver link: https://forms.gle/oyWoFfWj4rBGqWkX6
- VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ 55+ Peer Support GroupLink visible for attendees
The 55+ Peer Support Group is an open-topic, peer-led, support group created to address the specific needs, challenges, and lives of people 55+.
This is a program of Silver Connections, The LOFT's program for LGBTQ+ community members ages 55+.***
The LOFT utilizes many social media outlets to promote its groups and events including www.meetup.com. The RSVPs here on Meet-up are not reflective of the total number of attendees.
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This group meets every 2nd and last Sunday of each month from 2:30- 4:00pm ET.
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Due to COVID-19, our groups are taking place virtually using the platform Zoom. Learn more here!
Please complete the LOFT Group request form linked here. We ask you to fill this out to gain access to the link for this group. This is just an extra security measure we have to help keep the meetings a safe space.
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Call The LOFT's Helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 if you have any questions about the group!
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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.
- Virtual Meeting: LGBTQ+ People of Color Peer Support GroupLink visible for attendees
The LOFT's LGBTQ+ People of Color Peer Support Group is an open discussion group for LGBTQ+ People of Color including any/all peoples of African, Latinx/Hispanic, Native American, Asian, or Pacific Island descent.
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WHEN: The 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month from 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
WHERE: Virtual meeting - please register here to access the Zoom link
CONTACT: info@loftgaycenter.org or call The LOFT's helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 with any questions!
- VIRTUAL: GBTQ+ Men's Peer Support GroupLink visible for attendees
The GBTQ+ Men's Peer Support Group is an open topic group run by a trained peer facilitator for men. Ages 18 and older, for men who identify as gay, achillean, trans, bisexual, pansexual, ace, aro, queer, or are questioning their sexuality.
Takes place every Tuesday evening from 7:30-9:00pm.
Click here to receive the Zoom link
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.
Call The LOFT's Helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 if you have any questions about the group!
The LOFT utilizes many social media outlets to promote its groups and events. The RSVPs here on Meet-up are not reflective of the total number of attendees.