Community Focused in Philadelphia

A welcoming midday gathering for LGBTQ+ elders to connect, share, and support one another. This peer-led initiative creates space for meaningful conversation and community building among older members of the LGBTQ+ family, held at William Way's inclusive community hub in...

A vibrant movement class designed for LGBTQ+ folks 50 and up — where you can get your body moving, feel the music, and connect with people in your community. Danceteria brings together fitness, joy, and that special energy that happens...

A confidential, peer-led support space where LGBTQIA+ folks can connect with trained counselors who get it. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need someone to talk to, this is a judgment-free zone designed for real conversation and...

Gather with your people for RuPaul's Drag Race on the big screen at Franky Bradley's B.West — it's the perfect excuse to spend Friday night with fellow fans, cheap drinks, and the kind of crowd that actually lives for the...

Weekly bingo hosted by Elliot at Marsha's — a fun, social night where the queer community gathers for games, drinks, and good company. Whether you're a bingo regular or just looking for a laid-back Wednesday out, this is the kind...

Monday night trivia at Marsha's where the questions are sharp and the crowd actually knows their stuff. No cover charge means you can roll in with your team, grab a drink, and test your knowledge without breaking the bank. It's...

Sunday nights at Rosewood are all about good vibes and good company. Eric brings the energy with music and sports on the screens, drawing a solid crowd of regulars and newcomers who just want to unwind after the weekend. It's...

Monday nights at Rosewood are for bingo — a neighborhood institution where regulars and newcomers gather for cards, laughs, and the kind of low-key fun that keeps people coming back. Donna and Daniel keep things moving, the energy is genuinely...

A confidential peer counseling session where LGBTQIA+ folks can connect with trained community members who understand your experience. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need someone to talk to who gets it, this is a judgment-free space...

A laid-back Monday night where the LGBTQ+ community gathers to play board games, cards, trivia, and whatever else keeps the fun rolling. It's the kind of low-key hangout where you actually get to know people instead of shouting over a...

Weekly bingo hosted by Elliot at Marsha's — the kind of Wednesday night that actually gets you out of the house. Good vibes, competitive spirit, and a crowd that knows how to have fun together. Show up, play, and stick...

Monday night trivia at Marsha's where the questions are sharp and the crowd actually knows their stuff. No cover charge means you can show up, test your brain, and grab a drink without any barrier to entry. It's the kind...

A welcoming Tuesday morning gathering for LGBTQ+ men 55+ to connect, share stories, and build friendships over coffee at William Way. It's the kind of low-key social space where you can show up as you are and actually get to...

A vibrant movement class designed for LGBTQ+ adults 50 and up. Danceteria brings together community members for an energizing afternoon of dance and fitness in a welcoming, judgment-free space. It's a chance to move your body, connect with peers, and...

A confidential, peer-led support space where LGBTQIA+ folks can share what's on their mind with someone who gets it. Whether you're navigating relationships, identity, mental health, or just need to talk things through, this is a judgment-free zone run by...

Tuesday nights at Marsha's mean it's time to grab the mic and make some noise. DJ Rachel Wild keeps the energy up while you belt out your favorites in front of a crowd that actually wants to hear you. No...

A midweek lunch gathering for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, share, and support each other over a meal. Whether you're looking to build community, find resources, or just enjoy good company during your lunch break, this is a welcoming space to...

A confidential peer support space where you can connect with others who understand what you're going through. William Way's peer counseling program offers a judgment-free environment to share experiences, get support, and build community with fellow LGBTQIA+ folks navigating similar...

Anndee Hochman, Philadelphia Inquirer columnist, reads from and signs copies of Parent Trip, her collection of stories about the many roads families take to form. From conception and adoption to fostering and blending, Hochman spent nearly a decade interviewing hundreds...

Trivia night at Marsha's where the questions are sharp and the crowd actually knows their stuff. Show up Monday nights at 7pm, no cover charge, and test your knowledge against some genuinely fun competition. It's the kind of weekly ritual...

A celebration of lesbian and sapphic strength with a competitive twist—think wrestling, glitter, and unapologetic gay energy. Dress as your favorite flower or earthy element and witness fierce performances and battles of grit. Doors open at 7pm, competition starts at...

Tuesday night karaoke at Marsha's is the kind of thing that sounds simple until you're there — a room full of people actually rooting for each other, DJ Rachel Wild keeping the energy up, and no cover charge to get...

Weekly bingo hosted by Elliot at Marsha's — a fun, social night out with a crowd that actually shows up to have a good time. It's the kind of low-key event that keeps people coming back: good vibes, the chance...

A weekly gathering for LGBTQ+ elders to connect, share, and support one another in a welcoming community space. This Friday check-in at William Way is a chance to build friendships, swap stories, and stay engaged with the vibrant queer community...

A lively movement class designed for folks 50 and up who want to dance, stretch, and have fun without judgment. Danceteria brings together music, community, and the pure joy of moving your body — no experience necessary, just show up...

A confidential, peer-led support space for LGBTQIA+ folks to connect, share, and find community. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need someone who gets it, peer counseling at William Way offers a judgment-free environment where real conversations...

A weekly gathering for gay and bisexual men over 55 to connect, share stories, and build friendships in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Mornings Out brings together senior men from across the community for conversation, coffee, and genuine connection — the...

Get moving with Danceteria, a vibrant movement class designed for folks 50 and up. This Tuesday afternoon session at William Way brings together community members for an energizing dance experience that celebrates bodies of all abilities. It's the perfect way...

A confidential peer counseling session at William Way, where you can connect with trained community members who understand LGBTQ+ experiences firsthand. These weekly gatherings offer a safe space to share, listen, and find support from people who've been there. Whether...

A confidential peer support space where LGBTQ+ folks can connect with trained counselors who get it. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need someone to talk to, this is a judgment-free zone designed for real conversation and...

A laid-back gathering for queer women and femme folks to watch great films together in good company. Grab a seat, settle in, and enjoy the kind of movie night where you actually feel seen on screen and in the room.

A confidential peer support space where LGBTQIA+ folks can connect with trained counselors and share what's on their mind in a judgment-free environment. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need someone who gets it, this is a...

A weekly peer support and social gathering for LGBTQ+ elders at William Way Community Center. This Friday check-in creates space for older adults in the community to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful friendships in a welcoming environment. Noon start...

A lively movement class designed for folks 50 and up who want to dance, have fun, and feel good in their bodies. Danceteria brings together music, motion, and community in a welcoming space where you can move at your own...

Christian John Wikane sits down with Cassandra Wooten and Cheryl Mason Dorman of The Ritchie Family for an intimate conversation about disco history, Philadelphia's role in the genre, and the legendary group's three #1 hits—"Brazil," "The Best Disco in Town,"...

A confidential, peer-led space where LGBTQ+ folks can share what's on their mind and connect with others who get it. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need to talk through life, this is a judgment-free zone run...

Susan Stryker, the preeminent historian of trans America, discusses the newly revised third edition of her groundbreaking Transgender History—a comprehensive look at trans life in America from the nineteenth century to today. This is essential reading for anyone wanting to...

A welcoming space for LGBTQ+ voices to be heard. Whether you're sharing poetry, comedy, personal stories, or music, this open mic at William Way celebrates the creativity and courage it takes to step into the spotlight. Come for the performances,...

A safe, confidential space to talk through what's on your mind with trained peer counselors who get it. William Way's peer counseling program connects you with community members who've walked similar paths—no judgment, just real support from people who understand...

A regular gathering for gay and queer men 55+ to connect, share stories, and build friendships over coffee and conversation. It's the kind of low-key, welcoming space where you can show up as you are and actually get to know...

A movement class designed for folks 50 and up who want to dance, stretch, and feel alive in their bodies. Danceteria brings together music, motion, and community in a welcoming space where you can move at your own pace and...

Peer counseling at William Way offers a confidential, supportive space where you can talk through what's on your mind with someone who gets it. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need to be heard by a community...

A gathering space for lesbian and queer women to connect, share stories, and build community over coffee. This weekly Wednesday evening meetup at William Way is where women show up to be themselves, find their people, and realize they're not...

A confidential space to talk through what's on your mind with trained peer counselors who get it. William Way's peer counseling program connects you with someone from the community who's been there—no judgment, no therapy jargon, just real conversation about...

A weekly gathering for LGBTQ+ elders to connect, share, and support one another. This recurring Friday program at William Way creates a welcoming space where older members of the community can build friendships, discuss what's on their minds, and stay...

A vibrant movement class designed for folks 50+ who want to dance, stretch, and feel alive. Danceteria brings together music, motion, and community in a judgment-free space where you can move at your own pace and connect with others who...

A confidential, peer-led counseling session where you can connect with trained community members who understand LGBTQ+ experiences. This is a safe space to talk through what's on your mind, get support from people who get it, and know you're not...

Thrivers is a community gathering for LGBTQ+ folks to connect, share, and build meaningful relationships in a welcoming space. Held at William Way LGBT Community Center, this Saturday afternoon event brings people together around shared experiences and mutual support. Whether...

Get creative at this weekly crafting session hosted by Kim at William Way. Whether you're a seasoned maker or just looking to unwind with your hands, you'll work on projects alongside other community members in a relaxed, judgment-free space. It's...

Get creative with Kim in this hands-on craft workshop where you'll make your own decorative foam clay mirrors. Perfect for a Monday evening reset—bring your artistic side and leave with something you actually made. All materials provided, no experience necessary.

A confidential space to connect with trained peer counselors who understand the LGBTQ+ experience firsthand. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, mental health, or just need someone to talk to, this is a judgment-free zone where your story matters. Part of...

A rare literary conversation bringing French lesbian literary history to life. Mireille Best and Natalie Barney—two towering figures in queer women's writing—take the stage with three translators to explore their work, legacy, and what it means to translate desire and...

Steven Gellmann's debut novel follows Simon Bugg, a teenager navigating the particular absurdity of coming out when you already have two gay moms—and when there's also, inexplicably, an alien in his stomach trying to kill him. It's a funny, heartfelt...

Juda Bennett's engrossing memoir chronicles his escape from suburbia into the 1970s back-to-the-land movement—and the struggle to create queer space within communes that preached freedom but clung to heterosexual norms. Join him in conversation with Davy Knittle as he explores...