21Index of Pride Center Programs and

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PROGRAMS, SERVICES & EVENTS

BUSINESS ALLIANCE Members gain exclusive visibility, ways to leverage customer allegiance, and access to a dedicated consumer base. Monthly Mixers provide space to network with local professionals and community. CAPITAL PRIDE The largest LGBTQ Pride celebration in Upstate New York. A real community affair that takes place on the 2nd weekend in June. CAPITAL REGION PRIDEABILITY This is a monthly group gathering for individuals with disabilities who are LGBTQAI and allies in order to provide support and resources to each other and come together to attend local events.

CENTER ARTS & FIRST FRIDAY Showcasing the contributions of LGBTQ-identified artists through innovative programming in the local area, participation in arts events, and showings at our Romaine Brooks Gallery on the first floor of the Pride Center.

CENTER YOUTH Support, outreach, and advocacy for LGBTQA+ youth ages 18 and under. Including regional groups, a drop-in group every Friday from 3-8PM in Albany that includes a facilitator-led discussion. CommUNITY A quarterly online publication highlighting and informing the greater Capital Region on local LGBTQ news, events, as well as the work being done by other organizations in the area. Advertising opportunities. COUNSELING & CASE MANAGEMENT Free counseling and case management services for all LGBTQ people ages 13+.

FRIENDLY NEIGHBOR LGBTQ older adults or differently-abled adults looking to connect with other members of the LGBTQ community. Home Visits, Phone Calls, Appointments, Errands and Outings. MEN’S PRIDE Focusing on the experiences of gay, bisexual, transgender, samegender-loving, MSMs, queer, and questioning men in the Capital Region. Connect to share support, make friends, and learn about issues affecting men’s communities.

FRIENDS AND FAMILY TGNC SUPPORT GROUP Peer support group focusing on significant others of transgender individuals. Sharing experiences and guidance on the journey your loved one is taking.

SUNDAY SUPPER A potluck-style community meal for the entire community, friends, and family. Music, board games, good food, good fun. Held on the last Sunday of every month.

TRAINING & EDUCATION SERVICES Comprehensive and customizable trainings, presentations, and technical assistance for healthcare providers, K-12 schools, colleges, businesses, organizations, and any group seeking to enhance environments and services for LGBTQ individuals.

TRANS* PRIDE Promoting the wellbeing of the transgender, gender queer, gender fluid, agender, gender nonconforming, non-binary, and questioning community in a safe, empowering space.

TRANS*-TALK A safe space for Trans* & Gender Non-Conforming Youth ages 18 & under who identify as: Trans*, Genderqueer, intersex, agender, bigender, gender non-conforming, or questioning.

VINTAGE PRIDE Connecting older (55+) LGBTQ adults to each other and the broader community with social gatherings, special events, and educational opportunities. Creating new memories while celebrating and honoring the resilience and contributions of our community.

WOMEN’S PRIDE Focusing on the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, same-gender-loving, WSWs, queer, and questioning women in the Capital Region. Connect to share support, make friends, and learn about issues affecting women’s communities.

Except where noted, all events take place at 332 Hudson Ave, Albany, NY. Garden Level is wheelchair accessible via lift. Have an accessibility question? Contact: Andromeda Indardeo, Director of Programs at: aindardeo@CapitalPrideCenter.org or call 518-462-6138

MONDAY Men’s Pride Support Group Every Monday (18+) 7:00-8:30PM 1st floor

Saratoga Pride LGBTQ Support Group** Fourth Monday of the month (18+) 7:00-8:15PM Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Saratoga, 624 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs

TUESDAY Friends & Families of LGBTQ People** Second Tuesday of the month 7:00-8:30PM First Unitarian Society of Schenectady, 1221 Wendell Avenue, Schenectady. For info email facilitator:deborahkenyon2@ gmail.com

Friends & Family TGNC Support Group Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday from 6-7:30PM 1st Floor

Trans* Pride Support Group (18+) Every Tuesday of the month 6:00-8:00PM 1st Floor

WEDNESDAY Men’s Late Night Alcoholics Anonymous++ Every Wednesday of the month 10:00-11:00PM Garden Level

Women’s Pride Support Group Every Wednesday of the month (18+) 6:00-7:30PM 1st Floor

THURSDAY Capital Region Prideability** Every Fourth Thursday of the month. Please call Shameka Andrews at 518-229-4856 for locations and times

Guided Meditation Group Every Thursday 6:00-7:00PM 1st Floor

LGBTQ Narcotics Anonymous++ Every Thursday of the month 7:30-8:30PM Garden Level

Saratoga LGBTQA+ Youth Group** Every Thursday of the month (13-17) 6:30-8:00PM YMCA Saratoga 290 West Ave. Saratoga Springs

Schenectady LGBTQA+ Youth Group** Every Thursday of the month (13-17) 6:00-7:30PM YMCA Schenectady 433 State St. Schenectady

FRIDAY Albany LGBTQ+ Youth Group Every Friday of the month (13-17) 3:00-8:30PM 1st Floor

Albany Young Adult Peer Pride Group Every Friday of the month (ages 18-30) 6:00-8:00PM 1st Floor

#FirstFriday Art Opening First Friday of the month 6:00-8:00PM 1st Floor Open Mic Night Last Friday of the month (all ages) 6:00-8:30PM 1st Floor

SATURDAY Yoga Every 2nd Saturday of the month 10:00 AM

Trans-Talk | Happiness First & Third Saturday of the month (18 & under) 11AM-12:30PM Garden Level

SUNDAY Vintage Pride Potluck** Third Sunday of the month 55+ 1:00-3:00PM First Presbyterian Church 362 State St. Albany

Sunday Supper-Potluck Style Last Sunday of the month (all ages) 5:00-8:00PM. 1st Floor

++Anonymous meetings held at the Pride Center are nonaffiliated, independent groups.

**Indicates an affiliate group which may meet outside of the Pride Center.

Except where noted, all events take place at: The Pride Center of the Capital Region | 332 Hudson Avenue, Albany, NY (518) 462-6138 www.capitalpridecenter.org | aindardeo@CaitalPrideCenter.org

The mission of the Pride Center of the Capital Region is to promote the well-being of all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer-identified people and those affected by discrimination based on gender identity and expression. Based in Albany, the Pride Center has been meeting the diverse needs of LGBTQ people in a ten county region since 1970. We are the oldest continuously operating LGBTQ center in the country. Serving: Albany, Columbia, Greene, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, and Washington counties.

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