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The daddy community's summer starter — a daytime BBQ at Brooklyn's biggest queer nightclub where the vibe is laid-back, the food is real, and the crowd knows how to celebrate the season. Expect good company, good grilling, and the kind of afternoon that reminds you why summer matters.

A space to pause and connect with others around mental health and wellbeing. Whether you're showing up in person at the Pride Center or joining virtually, this is a judgment-free moment to check in with yourself and community. Bring whatever you're carrying — the conversation meets you where you are.

The Duplex's weekday happy hour is the kind of reliable deal that makes a Monday feel less like a Monday — $8 well cocktails, beer, and wine from 4pm to 8pm. A world-famous piano bar with live entertainment and a West Village location that's been a neighborhood fixture forever. Show up early, grab a drink, and stick around for whatever's happening on stage.

A weekly space to connect with others and talk through what's on your mind. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, work stress, or just need to be around people who get it, this group meets Monday evenings at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center. Facilitated by trained mental health professionals who understand the specific challenges LGBTQ+ folks face.

A dedicated space for Caribbean LGBTQ immigrants in Brooklyn to connect, share experiences, and build community. This support group offers a chance to find people who understand the unique intersection of navigating identity, immigration, and belonging — with folks who get it on all fronts.

A writers' collective built for queer and trans writers of color — a space to share work, build accountability, and find your people. Margin Scribes meets regularly to cultivate creativity through storytelling, feedback, and genuine community. Whether you're working on your first piece or your tenth, this is where your voice belongs.