Program & Events Calendar

	July 2021
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21	22	23	24 VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 24, 2021 \| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details •
25 VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ and Allies Co-Dependents Anonymous VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ and Allies Co-Dependents Anonymous July 25, 2021 \| 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Co-Dependents Anonymous is a fellowship of people whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. We may share our experience, strength, and hope in our efforts to find freedom where there has been bondage and peace where there has been turmoil in our relationships with others and ourselves. The only requirement for membership is a desire for healthy and loving relationships. To join this session, go to Zoom and enter Meeting ID: 830 8343 5530 and password: 244612 For more information, please contact: coda.brooklyn.sunday@gmail.com More details VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ Yoga Workshop VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ Yoga Workshop July 25, 2021 \| 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86171039544?pwd=WGQreVBMQWRZSlV3NkM0MlpqNk4xdz09 Kirsten Adorian will facilitate a weekly workshop in yoga poses or Asana, common in yoga classes. During the virtual session, we will explore the fundamental aspects of it, try modifications, discuss what parts of the body it typically effects and talk about its intended Somatic effect. Great for folks new to yoga and with ongoing practices, the class will focus on making Yoga classes less intimidating and more accessible to a variety of bodies. We will begin the class with a short warm up, dive into the pose of the week and end with breath work or a short meditation. This session is accessible through Zoom - Meeting ID: 820 9925 5522; Passcode 186102. Kirsten is a 33 year old white, cis-passing gender confused queerdo, who grew up in Queens and has been calling Brooklyn home for 12 years. They're interested in movement practices that heal and embrace the fullness of all bodies. With sciatica and chronic pain, they're learning to honor their body rather than force it. Yoga has helped them through depression, pain and life shit. Feel free to email them regarding the class or modifications: adoriank@gmail.com. ────────── Jako Douglas-Borren is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86171039544?pwd=WGQreVBMQWRZSlV3NkM0MlpqNk4xdz09 Meeting ID: 861 7103 9544 Passcode: 467046 ────────── More details VIRTUAL: Beginner's Meditation VIRTUAL: Beginner's Meditation July 25, 2021 \| 8:00 pm - 8:20 pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81700757180?pwd=RkhhYk85V0tCT21nWkdodFVGWDBDUT09 Kirsten Adorian will teach simple, breath-centered meditation, starting with simple stretches to prepare the body and then sitting for 15 minutes of guided meditation. This session is accessible through Zoom - Meeting ID: 962 7442 8744; Passcode: 123990. Kirsten is a 33 year old white, cis-passing gender confused queerdo, who grew up in Queens and has been calling Brooklyn home for 12 years. They're interested in movement practices that heal and embrace the fullness of all bodies. With sciatica and chronic pain, they're learning to honor their body rather than force it. Yoga has helped them through depression, pain and life shit. Feel free to email them regarding the class or modifications: adoriank@gmail.com. ────────── Jako Douglas-Borren is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81700757180?pwd=RkhhYk85V0tCT21nWkdodFVGWDBDUT09 Meeting ID: 817 0075 7180 Passcode: 091405 ────────── More details • • •	26 VIRTUAL: Distance Reiki VIRTUAL: Distance Reiki July 26, 2021 \| 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Receive Reiki energy from the comfort of your own space! Reiki is a wonderful tool to assist with stress/anxiety relief, clearing of emotions, spiritual growth, and more. Each session will start with a call to discuss which areas need the most healing and what you may experience during the session. The free sessions (donations are appreciated) will be facilitated by Brad Rakushin of Right As Rain - Reiki and Wellness. Brad is a certified Level II Reiki Practitioner and Well-Being advocate. He loves working with Reiki because of its universal and non-invasive nature. It has become especially important for Brad to be able to share his practice with the world and especially his own community during this time of uncertainty and disconnectedness on such a large scale. To schedule your 45 minute Reiki session with Brad, you can email him at brad@rightasrainreiki.com. More details VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 26, 2021 \| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources July 26, 2021 \| 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center is open on weekdays: Mondays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tuesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Fridays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM For more information on our virtual and onsite programs and service, see our events page. You can also reach us at (347) 889-7719 or via our online contact form. More details VIRTUAL: Parlor Games VIRTUAL: Parlor Games July 26, 2021 \| 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm This meeting is open to all who wish to attend. Start your week off with pure fun at Parlor Games. We’ll be playing different games every Monday at 4:30pm. Bring your favorite game to share! Click here to RSVP. More details VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ Career Kickstarter Walk-In Hours VIRTUAL: LGBTQ+ Career Kickstarter Walk-In Hours July 26, 2021 \| 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Applying for jobs can feel like a job in and of itself. Which is why we’re offering free 1:1 video consultations with resume and cover letter-writing experts every Tuesday between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM. You can also send your resume and/ or cover letter to pridepath@lgbtbrooklyn.org for email support. We’ll help you showcase your best self to potential employers with mock interviews, job search strategies, and tools to optimize LinkedIn. Reserve a videoconference or send an email to pridepath@lgbtbrooklyn.org for free resume review, cover letter writing, and LinkedIn organization to feel confident showcasing your best self to potential employers. For more information or questions, please contact pridepath@lgbtbrooklyn.org. More details VIRTUAL: Crystal Meth Anonymous Meeting VIRTUAL: Crystal Meth Anonymous Meeting July 26, 2021 \| 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm During the Crystal Meth Anonymous (CMA) meetings, members share their experience with others seeking recovery. All meetings are a safe place to share your experience, listen to others and to meet other recovering addicts. Crystal Meth Anonymous has gone virtual as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. For more information on how to join a session, please visit nycma.org. More details VIRTUAL: Q Chat Space en Español VIRTUAL: Q Chat Space en Español July 26, 2021 \| 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Todos los lunes a las 7:00 p.m., los jóvenes hispanohablantes de 13 a 19 años de todo el país se reunirán en Q Chat Space para tratar varios temas y relacionarse a través del chat. Si usted está participando por primera vez, complete este formulario. Solo tendrás que completar el formulario una vez. Después de completarlo, puede unirse a la sesión yendo a la página de Q Chat Space, cliquee en "Unirse al próximo grupo" y desplácese hacia abajo hasta que vea Q CHAT SPACE EN ESPAÑOL. El grupo se llevará a cabo semanalmente. Sin embargo, si no ve a su grupo para esta semana, es posible que se haya cancelado debido a una festividad u otro motivo. En ese caso, verá el grupo publicado para la próxima semana. Más sobre Q Chat Space ¡Q Chat Space, el espacio de discusión en línea para adolescentes LGBTQ + de 13 a 19 años! No hay video ni audio y todos están charlando durante el mismo tiempo preprogramado. Las conversaciones son facilitadas por personal con experiencia que trabajan en centros LGBTQ+ en todo el país. Cliquee aquí para más información. More details • • • • • • •	27 ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources July 27, 2021 \| 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center is open on weekdays: Mondays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tuesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Fridays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM For more information on our virtual and onsite programs and service, see our events page. You can also reach us at (347) 889-7719 or via our online contact form. More details VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 27, 2021 \| 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details VIRTUAL: Q Chat Space for Youth of Color VIRTUAL: Q Chat Space for Youth of Color July 27, 2021 \| 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Every week on Tuesday at 5:00 PM, youth of color ages 13 to 19 from around the country will come together on Q Chat Space, to discuss various topics and mingle via chat. This group is for anyone who identifies as a Person Of Color (POC). We welcome everyone, but if you are not a POC, please consider giving more space to the POC and respect their voices. If you are joining for the first time, please fill out the a first-timer user form. You will only have to do that once. After you complete the form you can join the session by going to the Q Chat Space website, click "Join an Upcoming Group" and scroll down for the Q CHAT SPACE FOR YOUTH OF COLOR. The group will take place weekly. However, if you don't see your group for this particular week, it might have been canceled due to a holiday or other reason. In that case you will see the group posted for next week. More on Q Chat Space Q Chat Space, the online discussion space for LGBTQ+ teens ages 13 to 19! There is no video or audio and everyone is chatting during the same pre-scheduled time. Conversations are facilitated by experienced staff who work at LGBTQ+ centers around the country. Click here for more information. More details VIRTUAL: Trans & Gender Non Conforming Adult S… VIRTUAL: Trans & Gender Non Conforming Adult Support Group July 27, 2021 \| 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Due to the developing situation surrounding the Coronavirus COVID-19 this event is provided virtually. To request a video conference link or phone number to dial into the group, please send an email to tgnc@lgbtbrooklyn.org. Peer led support group for transgender and gender non conforming folks 18+. As much as we love allies, this group is for TGNC folks only. More details VIRTUAL: Pink Cloud AA Group VIRTUAL: Pink Cloud AA Group July 27, 2021 \| 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm LGBTQ+ Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings have gone virtual as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. For more information and to join the sessions go to https://www.nyintergroup.org/remote_meetings/pink-cloud. More details • • • • •	28 VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 28, 2021 \| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources July 28, 2021 \| 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center is open on weekdays: Mondays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tuesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Fridays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM For more information on our virtual and onsite programs and service, see our events page. You can also reach us at (347) 889-7719 or via our online contact form. More details Brooklyn G.H.O.S.T. Project Brooklyn G.H.O.S.T. Project July 28, 2021 \| 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center, 1360 Fulton Street, Ground Floor; Brooklyn, NY 11216 (entrance on New York Avenue, between Herkimer and Fulton Streets) Each and every Wednesday afternoon Brooklyn G.H.O.S.T. Project volunteers will be distributing hot meals, PPE, and winter wear accessories to the community at Brooklyn Pride Center on location at 1360 Fulton Street, Ground Floor; Brooklyn, NY 11216. Simultaneously, they will be enrolling qualified recipients into their programs and signing up talented individuals for future opportunities and services. Masks and social distancing are required at all times while inside the space. This initiative is part of the Brooklyn G.H.O.S.T. Project's S.O.O.L. Program. The S.O.O.L. Program reroutes the dreams and aspirations of black and brown transgender and non-binary identities by offering them the opportunity to embrace their greatness, defy all odds, believe in themselves, and try again. For more info, please contact LaTravious Collins at brooklynghostproject@gmail.com. About The Brooklyn G.H.O.S.T. Project The Brooklyn G.H.O.S.T. Project is a trans-lead non-profit organization geared toward providing empowerment and visibility to members of the TGNC community. More details Rock Steady Farms - CSA farm share pickup for memb… Rock Steady Farms - CSA farm share pickup for members July 28, 2021 \| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center, 1360 Fulton Street enter New York Ave, Herkimer St, Brooklyn, NY 11216, USA LGBTQIA+ owned Rock Steady Farm & Flower is once again supporting the community and healthy diets with their CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program. By signing up at www.rocksteadyfarm.com to support local farming, participants will get weekly shares of the vegetable harvest. Sliding scale pricing and add-ons (such as meat, cheese and eggs) are available. Advance purchase is required. Brooklyn Community Pride Center will serve as one of several farm share pick-up locations for the second year in a row. Learn more at www.rocksteadyfarm.com More details VIRTUAL: BiRequest Discussion Group VIRTUAL: BiRequest Discussion Group July 28, 2021 \| 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82942410179?pwd=V2VvR0NJcWFodXRKeWNtVDYvNU9sZz09 BiRequest is a discussion and peer-support group for any member of the Bi+ community of any age, race, gender, ability (bisexual, pan, fluid, queer, curious, non-labelable), as well as bi-friendly and bi-allied folks. Ours is a tiny example of the rainbow; a safe space to share your perspective and insights into all things Bi. Our discussions are topic focused and facilitated. The meeting will take place via this Zoom link (Meeting ID: 82960780812). For more information on BiRequest, please search for BiRequest on Meetup. ────────── Jako Douglas-Borren is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82942410179?pwd=V2VvR0NJcWFodXRKeWNtVDYvNU9sZz09 Meeting ID: 829 4241 0179 Passcode: 266704 ────────── More details • • • • •	29 ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources July 29, 2021 \| 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center is open on weekdays: Mondays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tuesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Fridays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM For more information on our virtual and onsite programs and service, see our events page. You can also reach us at (347) 889-7719 or via our online contact form. More details VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 29, 2021 \| 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details VIRTUAL: Pride Toastmasters VIRTUAL: Pride Toastmasters July 29, 2021 \| 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm The NYC chapter of Pride Toastmasters is a club that promotes leadership and self-confidence through public speaking. Our members develop skills through a tailored curriculum and weekly meeting where they get to practice their skills. Pride Toastmasters is a club uniquely tailored to the LGBTQ+ community and we invite anyone who is interested in attending one of our meetings as a guest. For more information and to register as a guest for one of the virtual sessions, please email vpm@pridetoastmasters.com. More details • • •	30 ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources ON-SITE: LGBTQ+ information and resources July 30, 2021 \| 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Brooklyn Community Pride Center is open on weekdays: Mondays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM Tuesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursdays: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM Fridays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM For more information on our virtual and onsite programs and service, see our events page. You can also reach us at (347) 889-7719 or via our online contact form. More details VIRTUAL: Alternatives to Suicide VIRTUAL: Alternatives to Suicide July 30, 2021 \| 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Alternatives to Suicide gives us the opportunity to talk about suicide, self-harm, and other things that we might usually be discouraged from discussing. Sessions are peer-based and non-clinical, and facilitators have relevant lived experience. Please bring your stories and share what you have learned! Email brooklynalt2s@gmail.com and we’ll work to create small groups and individual meetings at times when people who wish to attend are available. Video meetings via Google Hangouts or GoToMeeting are available, as well as phone call based meetings. For more information, email brooklynalt2s@gmail.com. More details VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 30, 2021 \| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details • • •	31 VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Spa… VIRTUAL: FocusTime - A Queer Virtual CoWorking Space July 31, 2021 \| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Focus-time is a dedicated virtual space for LGBTQ+ folks to work on their personal and/or work projects in an accepting environment. It’s the perfect place to work on projects you’ve been putting off or to start the projects that have been incubating in your mind. This is a space for you to focus on the things you want to do but struggle to do. Please register for free through Eventbrite in order to receive the Zoom session details. For more info or questions, please contact homoground@gmail.com. More details •

July 2021

Brooklyn Community Pride Center stands with #BlackLivesMatter