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UID:10030359-1777921200-1777926600@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Care: LGBTQ+ Pro-Recovery
DESCRIPTION:This support group is for individuals (ages 18+) in the LGBTQ+ community who are experiencing eating disorders. These free groups are led by queer therapists\, and help create connection and a community where individuals feel seen\, heard\, supported\, and valued. The Alliance for Eating Disorders' support groups are all confidential. Any topics that are discussed during a support group remain within the support group room and all group member identities remain confidential. Group conversation does not include specifics pertaining to numbers\, calories\, rituals\, behaviors\, specific treatment providers/programs\, discussion about medications\, or trauma/violence.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-care-lgbtq-pro-recovery-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T210000
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UID:10032559-1777923000-1777928400@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Lesbian and Gay All Welcome Step Meeting of Debtors Anonymous
DESCRIPTION:The Lesbian and Gay All Welcome Step Meeting of Debtors Anonymous meet every Monday from 7:30-9pm EST.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/lesbian-and-gay-all-welcome-step-meeting-of-debtors-anonymous/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T200000
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UID:10027377-1777924800-1777928400@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Put a Little Gratitude in your Attitude AA
DESCRIPTION:Put A Little Gratitude In Your Attitude meets every Monday from 8-9pm. We are a weekly\, LGBTQIA+ friendly\, inclusive OPEN Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. Love and tolerance is our code. All are welcome. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help another alcoholic achieve sobriety. For more information\, email gratitude.attitude.group@gmail.com
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/put-a-little-gratitude-in-your-attitude-aa-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251030T154626Z
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UID:10028023-1777993200-1777996800@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Youth: Open Lab
DESCRIPTION:Weekday drop-in hours in the Center Youth computer lab. Check your email\, Facebook\, work on that job search or college application! For youth age 13-22. Intake is required for all Youth programs. Contact youth@gaycenter.org if you'd like to join!
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-youth-open-lab-120/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260202T160521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T160521Z
UID:10030987-1777996800-1778002200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Youth: Lights Out
DESCRIPTION:Discuss everything sex related\, get accurate sexual health info and create safe sex kits to share in the community. For youth between ages 13-22. This group is open\, but Intake is required for all Youth Programs. For more information\, please contact youth@gaycenter.org.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-youth-lights-out-15/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20250807T182422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T163427Z
UID:10025167-1778002200-1778007600@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Youth: Gaymers
DESCRIPTION:Do you consider yourself a "Gaymer"? Gaymers provides a space for people interested in playing various board\, card and video games to get to know each other. Come play with us! For ages 13-22\, for more info please contact youth@gaycenter.org.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-youth-gaymers-19/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T183000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260211T072350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072316Z
UID:10031330-1778004000-1778005800@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:LGBT Bar NY Weekly Walk-In Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The LGBT Bar Association of Greater New York is pleased to provide a pro bono legal clinic devoted to serving the LGBTQ community of NYC. Staffed by volunteer attorneys and advocates\, the clinic offers compassionate and confidential guidance on a range of issues—including but not limited to discrimination\, immigration\, name and gender marker changes\, housing\, and employment concerns\, family law matters\, and survivors’ rights. Arrive between 5:45 and 6:15 for intake. \n \nWe are excited to offer specialized immigration law clinics on the second Tuesday of each month. During these immigration clinics\, visitors will have the opportunity to consult with lawyers who specialize in immigration law.  \n \nWe are proud to offer a virtual clinic option for individuals who are unable to attend the in-person Tuesday clinic. The virtual clinic operates at the same time as the in-person clinic – Tuesdays between 6pm and 8pm. Spots for the virtual clinic are extremely limited and by appointment only. To schedule a virtual appointment with a clinic attorney volunteer please send an email to legalservices@lgbtbarny.org.  \n \nVisit lgbtbarny.org for more information.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/lgbt-bar-ny-weekly-walk-in-legal-clinic-24/
CATEGORIES:External Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260109T192541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072317Z
UID:10030630-1778004000-1778007600@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Ben's Friends
DESCRIPTION:Ben's Friends is a fellowship of sober food & beverage people committed to their sobriety in an industry filled with drugs\, alcohol & stress. Ben’s Friends is a community of chefs\, bartenders\, line cooks\, servers\, sommeliers\, host and hostesses\, GMs and owners who have found or are seeking sobriety. Our mission is to offer community\, hope and a path forward for those struggling with substance abuse and addiction. At our core\, we are hospitality workers who have found connection\, and the tools to seek and maintain sobriety while managing our careers and lives in a sane and purposeful way. Check out our website at bensfriendshope.com or email us bensfriendsnyc@gmail.com.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/bens-friends-18/
CATEGORIES:External Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251218T192418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T192418Z
UID:10029545-1778004000-1778009400@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Support: Inmigrantes LGBTQIA+
DESCRIPTION:Este grupo de socialización es un espacio seguro de encuentro\, información y solidaridad para personas LGBTQIA+ migrantes. Nosotres reconocemos las múltiples interseccionalidades entre identidad\, cultura\, idioma y estatus migratorio\, y así mismo ofrecemos un entorno empático y libre de prejuicios. Además de fortalecer los lazos entre participantes\, este grupo brindará orientación sobre temas clave eliminando la soledad y construyendo comunidad. Envie un correo electrónico a socialgroups@gaycenter.org para más información o visite gaycenter.org/center-support-social-groups.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-support-inmigrantes-lgbtqia-5/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260114T072325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T192311Z
UID:10030721-1778005800-1778009400@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:SCA Internet/Porn/Apps Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SCA Internet/Porn/Apps meets on Tuesday every week from 6:30-7:30pm.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/sca-internet-porn-apps-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251108T072418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072316Z
UID:10028592-1778005800-1778011200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:CMA New York #1 Beginners
DESCRIPTION:CMA New York #1 Beginners meets on Tuesday every week from 6:30-8pm. NY #1 Beginners meeting is a 90 minute speaker meeting\, for those looking to recover from crystal meth addiction. This meeting focuses on solutions and is geared toward beginners in recovery. All are welcome.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/cma-new-york-1-beginners-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T194500
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260109T192513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072316Z
UID:10030579-1778006700-1778010300@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:CMA Long Term Sobriety
DESCRIPTION:CMA Long Term Sobriety meets on Tuesday every week from 6:45-7:45pm.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/cma-long-term-sobriety-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251210T072423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T072317Z
UID:10029402-1778007600-1778011200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:AA Annex II
DESCRIPTION:ANNEX II meets every Tuesday from 7-8:00pm. ANNEX II is an open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.). A.A. is a fellowship of people who share their experience\, strength\, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The group discusses topics around living sober\, happy\, joyous\, and free. This is a speaker meeting with pitch-style sharing. All are welcome.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/aa-annex-ii-15/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260124T072442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T192310Z
UID:10030850-1778007600-1778011200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:T.R.A.N.S Group of AA (Tuesdays)
DESCRIPTION:T.R.A.N.S Group of AA meets on Tuesday every week from 7-8pm.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/t-r-a-n-s-group-of-aa-tuesdays-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T201500
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251222T192334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T192310Z
UID:10029629-1778007600-1778012100@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Debtors Anonymous-Newfound Hope Group
DESCRIPTION:Debtors Anonymous-Newfound Hope Group meets on Tuesday every week from 7-8pm. Debtors Anonymous is fellowship of individuals recovering from the effects of compulsive debting.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/debtors-anonymous-newfound-hope-group-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T201500
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260506T072317Z
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UID:10032622-1778007600-1778012100@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Heroin Anonymous Depth and Weight Group
DESCRIPTION:The Depth and Weight Group Beginner’s Meeting of Heroin Anonymous meets Tuesday every week from 7-8:15pm. Heroin Anonymous (HA) is a fellowship of people who share their experience\, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others recover from heroin addiction. HA is based on the 12-Step program of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and uses the principles of the AA program and AA literature to help those with a problem with heroin recover. We are an open meeting\, and anyone is welcome to attend\, especially beginners\, who would like to learn more about the HA program. We have no dues or fees\, nor do we have affiliations with any organization or institution.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/heroin-anonymous-depth-and-weight-group-6/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260506T072316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T192309Z
UID:10032621-1778011200-1778014800@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:AA Tuesday Westwingers
DESCRIPTION:AA Tuesday Westwingers meets on Tuesday every week from 8-9pm.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/aa-tuesday-westwingers-6/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260203T072504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T072420Z
UID:10031096-1778061600-1778065200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:So Fresh & So Clean (Narcotics Anonymous)
DESCRIPTION:Weekly one-hour Speaker / Discussion Narcotics Anonymous meeting. Includes reading from NA Literature “Spiritual Principle A Day.”
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/so-fresh-so-clean-narcotics-anonymous-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251230T192342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T192317Z
UID:10030043-1778068800-1778072400@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:SRA Answers In the Heart
DESCRIPTION:SRA Answers in the Heart meets on Wednesday every week from 12-1pm.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/sra-answers-in-the-heart-74/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T131500
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251023T072342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T192318Z
UID:10027788-1778069700-1778073300@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:OA Big Book Meeting
DESCRIPTION:OA Big Book Meeting meets on Wednesday every week from 12:15-1:15pm. Whatever problem you may have with food\, you are welcome at this mtg. This is a literature meeting focusing on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. This is an open meeting; all are welcome.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/oa-big-book-meeting-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251209T072444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T072444Z
UID:10029211-1778072400-1778094000@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:(OPEN) The Bureau of General Services—Queer Division
DESCRIPTION:The Bureau of General Services—Queer Division is an independent\, all-volunteer queer cultural center\, bookstore\, and event space in room 210 of The Center. We are open Wednesday through Sunday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/open-the-bureau-of-general-services-queer-division-185/
CATEGORIES:The Bureau (BGSQD)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251030T154627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T154627Z
UID:10028024-1778079600-1778083200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Youth: Open Lab
DESCRIPTION:Weekday drop-in hours in the Center Youth computer lab. Check your email\, Facebook\, work on that job search or college application! For youth age 13-22. Intake is required for all Youth programs. Contact youth@gaycenter.org if you'd like to join!
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-youth-open-lab-121/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20250812T205825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T205825Z
UID:10025313-1778083200-1778088600@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Youth: Young People's Group
DESCRIPTION:Young People's Group meets every Wednesday from 4-5:30pm in person. A welcoming space for folx across all identities\, with discussions tackling aspects of intersectional queer identities\, body-image\, pop-culture\, media\, literature and history. For youth between ages 13-22. This group is drop-in\, but an intake is required for all Youth Programs. For more information please\, contact youth@gaycenter.org.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-youth-young-peoples-group-76/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20250827T202456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T072400Z
UID:10025796-1778086800-1778092200@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Support: ESoL Conversational Program
DESCRIPTION:The ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) program is a welcoming\, inclusive\, and affirming space created to support non-native English speakers from diverse cultural\, racial\, ethnic\, gender\, and sexual identity backgrounds. These FREE interactive classes are divided into three cycles\, thoughtfully designed for beginners\, and focus on building foundational skills in listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing. Through engaging activities\, group discussions\, real-life conversations\, and practical exercises\, students will develop greater confidence in using English in everyday situations. To join\, email socialgroups@gaycenter.org or visit gaycenter.org/center-support-social-groups.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-support-esl-conversational-program-35/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20251030T163526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T163526Z
UID:10028298-1778088600-1778094000@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Center Youth: So\, Basically
DESCRIPTION:So\, Basically meets every Wednesday from 5:30-7pm EST. Need help with adulting but don't know where to start? So\, Basically is meant to provide youth with a foundation in skills and understanding of financial literacy\, cooking\, home up-keeping projects\, filing your taxes and countless other tools that are necessary to navigate society as fully functioning young adults. For youth between ages 13-22. This group is open\, but Intake is required for all Youth Programs. For more information please contact youth@gaycenter.org.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/center-youth-so-basically-19/
CATEGORIES:Programs and Services
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20250903T172433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T072418Z
UID:10026212-1778090400-1778094000@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Business Debtors Anonymous - BDA
DESCRIPTION:Business Debtors Anonymous – BDA meets on Wednesday every week from 6-7:00pm EST.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/business-debtors-anonymous-bda-18/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260214T072446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T072421Z
UID:10031420-1778090400-1778094000@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Queer ACA Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) is a 12-step program for people who grew up in alcoholic or other dysfunctional homes. This group is a welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ adult children of alcoholics or dysfunctional families who are looking for healing and serenity.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/queer-aca-wednesdays-17/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260223T172632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T192334Z
UID:10031488-1778092200-1778095800@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:SCA Beginners Wednesday Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SCA Beginners Wednesday Meeting meets on Wednesday every week from 6:30-7:30pm. Sexual Compulsives Anonymous (SCANY) is a 12-Step Recovery program for sexual compulsion\, sex addiction\, pornography addiction\, and romantic obsession. It is a fellowship of people who share their experience\, strength\, and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others recover from sexual compulsion. If you are new\, welcome! This meeting is for all who seek recovery from their own sex addiction or are concerned about their own sexually compulsive behavior. Please visit www.scany.org for more information.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/sca-beginners-wednesday-meeting-9/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T194500
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260430T192310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T192310Z
UID:10032598-1778092200-1778096700@gaycenter.org
SUMMARY:Al-Anon: Literature Study
DESCRIPTION:Al-Anon: Literature Study meets on Wednesday every week from 6:30-7:45pm.
URL:https://gaycenter.org/event/al-anon-literature-study-8/
CATEGORIES:12 Step Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T075316
CREATED:20260113T160955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T072334Z
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SUMMARY:Big Gay Book Talk with Authors Brian Schaefer and Rob Franklin
DESCRIPTION:The NYC LGBT Community Center invites you to its Big Gay Book Talk on Wednesday\, May 6\, 2026\, featuring a conversation between Brian Schaefer and Rob Franklin regarding their acclaimed debut novels\, Town & Country and Great Black Hope. Moderated by Vanity Fair’s Chris Murphy\, the evening promises sharp insight\, cultural commentary\, and behind-the-scenes reflections from three voices at the center of today’s literary and media landscape. \n \nTickets are available for $35 and include a copy of both novels; Town & Country and Great Black Hope. Both authors will sign their respective books after the conversation.  \n \nItinerary:  \n6:30 pm: Doors Open (seating is on a first-come\, first-served basis) \n7–8 pm: 1-hour book talk + Q&A \n8–8:30pm: 30 minutes of book signing \n \nWith questions about the event\, please contact Brian Doyle\, The Center’s Director of Special Events & Corporate Partnerships\, at bdoyle@gaycenter.org.  \n \nBrian Schaefer contributes regularly to The New York Times and has written for The New Yorker\, New York magazine\, and more. He is a recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship in Arts Journalism and was a finalist for the Livingston Award for International Reporting. He earned his master’s degree in creative writing from Bar-Ilan University in Tel Aviv. He and his husband live in New York City and the Hudson Valley. Town & Country is his first novel. \n \nA full description of “Town & Country” can be found here. \n \nRob Franklin is the author of Great Black Hope\, which was published in June 2025. A national bestseller\, his debut novel was nominated for the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize\, the Barnes and Noble Discover Prize\, and the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence — it was named a Best Book of the Year by TIME\, Vogue\, and NPR\, among others. His other recent work can be found in New York Magazine\, Cultured\, and Interview. A co-founder of Art for Black Lives\, Franklin holds a BA from Stanford University and an MFA from NYU’s Creative Writing program. He teaches writing at School of Visual Arts in Manhattan and edits fiction for Joyland.  \n \nA full description of “Great Black Hope” can be found here. \n \nChris Murphy is a writer and performer living in Brooklyn\, New York. Murphy is a staff writer at Vanity Fair\, covering entertainment and popular culture. He wrote the magazine’s November 2024 cover story on Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo\, and hosts Universal’s official Wicked podcast\, now streaming on Peacock. He’s also appeared on CNN\, Hulu\, and ABC\, and prior to joining Vanity Fair\, he wrote for Vulture/New York magazine. As an actor\, Murphy has performed at Atlantic Theater Company\, Williamstown Theatre Festival\, Edinburgh Festival Fringe\, The Flea Theater\, 54 Below\, New York City Children’s Theater\, Theatre Row\, The Tank\, Joe’s Pub\, and Ars Nova\, where he was a 2023-2024 Vision Resident. As a comedian\, he’s performed in New York at The Bell House\, Caveat\, Club Cumming\, and Union Hall\, in Hollywood at the Netflix Is a Joke Fest\, and on The Real Housewives of New York City. He holds a B.A. in English from Princeton University. Follow him on social at your own risk @christress \nRegister
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