Fantasy Factory

Thursday mornings at Hive Mind belong to queer and trans writers who want to show up and actually get work done—surrounded by people who get it. Bring your laptop, your draft, your manuscript, your questions, or just the need for a quiet table and good coffee in a space that's genuinely welcoming. No pressure, no performance, just writers doing the work together.

BBL Thursdays at Playhouse is the weekly night where Beauty, Body and Legs take over the stage, with DJ Jon Ali spinning and a lineup of fierce NYC drag queens showing off what they've got. It's in the West Village, doors open at 2PM on Thursdays, and it's free to get in. Bring your best sense of glamour and your sharpest heels.

LI-SAGE's twice-monthly Mingle for older LGBTQ+ folks on the East End, looking for friends, good conversation and a fun afternoon. It's an in-person meetup at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center in New York City, 3:00 to 5:00 PM on Thursday, November 5th. Come as you are and make a few new friends.

Body Talk is a spiritual, creative somatic workshop for and by Black queer and trans folk. These sessions ground us in collective healing through poetic approaches to somatic practice—creativity, mindfulness, movement, and more. Free with a sliding scale suggested donation ($10–$15); no one turned away for lack of funds. RSVP required.

A welcoming space for new and seasoned TTRPG players to gather for one-shots — no prep, no ongoing commitment, just a fun evening rolling dice with people who get it. Each month brings different indie and small-press games to the table, so there's always something fresh to try. Come solo or bring friends; the whole point is finding your people and maybe discovering your next favorite game.

Bond with your community at our monthly Women+ Mixer, an in-person 18+ evening at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center in New York City where we talk about gratitude and how focusing on it can improve your life. It's a relaxed chance to meet other women and Women+ folks, share what's on your mind, and leave with some fresh ideas about everyday well-being. The mixer runs 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, November 5th, so pull up a chair and come as you are.