Recovery in Real Life

Community Center

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.

Community Center

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.

Recovery

A weekly Alcoholics Anonymous meeting offering a safe, affirming space for LGBTQ+ people in recovery. Following the traditional Twelve Step Program format, this autonomous, member-run self-help group meets every Thursday from 7:30–8:30 pm at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center. Open to anyone seeking support on their path to sobriety. Meetings are closed on LGBT Network holidays.

board-games

A weekly drop-in space for LGBTQ+ youth ages 13-18 at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center in Astoria. Every Friday afternoon, teens find their people through video games, board games, art supplies, themed activities, and real talk. Whether it's a seasonal celebration, Pride parade sign-making, or a relaxed hangout, this is a safe, affirming community where you can be yourself with no pressure and no agenda. Drop in anytime between 4pm and 6pm.

Game Night

Friday Night Out is the in-person hangout for LGBTQ+ youth and their friends in Queens, and this week it's a tabletop games night. Cast spells and fight bad guys over Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, no experience needed, just bring your best villain laugh. It runs 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the LGBT Network Queens LGBT Center in New York City.

health-services

A free health fair bringing together sexual health testing, mental health counseling, wellness screenings, and information on LGBT-affirming healthcare providers all in one place. Whether you're looking for specific services or just want to learn what's available to you, this is a straightforward way to connect with resources designed for our community.