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- OUTWalking: Turkey Mountain Nature Preserveturkey mountain preserve, yorktown, NY
Join OUTWalking on our next adventure!
Turkey Mountain Nature Preserve:
Yorktown, NY
Sunday November 17th
10:00 AM-12:30 PMWith an elevation of 831 feet, Turkey Mountain features spectacular views of the Croton Reservoir, Hudson River and Manhattan skyline! There are approximately 3 miles of trails within the 150 acre preserve that are rated as moderate in difficulty. There is no specific address to get to the trailhead parking lot. Directions from the northbound Taconic State Parkway are posted below. Setting your GPS to the Turkey Mountain Nature Preserve will take you right to the parking lot. 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 [email protected]. Hope to see you there!
Also be sure to check out our new Instagram page @outwalkinglgbtq and our Facebook page https://m.facebook.com/pages/category/Community-Organization/OutWalking-LGBT-Hiking-Walking-Group-337336980263417/ for pictures from past hikes.
*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/oyWoFfWj4rBGqWkX6Hope to see you there!
Turkey Mountain Directions:
Located off of NY 118/Saw Mill Road.
Coming north on the Taconic State Parkway, take the Underhill Avenue exit and turn east toward Yorktown Heights. At the first traffic light, turn right onto Route 118. Go 1.9 miles, until there are signs for Croton Heights Road on the left and Croton Heights Rd/Locke Lane will be on the right. Turn right onto the dirt road to reach the parking lot - VIRTUAL: Grief and Loss Discussion & Support GroupLink visible for attendees
This is an ongoing series of discussions with J Cruz, MSW/MSEd. Pre-registration is not required. Throughout our lives we experience all sorts of types of loss such as a partner, family member, pet, job, health, relationship, etc. This discussion and support group is for members of the LGBTQ community to have a safe space to grieve and discuss the feelings of loss they are experiencing.
Contact The LOFT's Helpline at (914) 948-2932 x13 or [email protected] for more information.***
The LOFT utilizes many social media outlets to promote its groups and events including 4142298.xyz. The RSVPs here on Meet-up are not reflective of the total number of attendees.
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This group meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of each month from
1:00pm- 3:00pm.***
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!***
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.
- In-Person: The Rainbow ClubhouseThe LOFT: LGBT Community Services Center , White Plains, NY
The Rainbow Clubhouse is a group at The LOFT for families of young, gender expansive children up to age 12. The group features a support group for parents/guardians, and a structured play group for children.
Takes place on the 3rd Sunday from 1:30pm-2:30pm.
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.
