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he 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. Our programs, both at the Center (332 Hudson Ave in Albany) as well as held throughout the region, meet the health and human service needs of the LGBTQ community as well as educate and advocate for those needs in the broader Capital Region. As the oldest continuously-operating LGBTQ community center in the country, the Pride Center has worked to build a welcoming and empowering community for all people.

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Letter From Our President D

ear Pride Center Community: This is an exciting time of the year for the Pride Center and our community at large. Planning is underway for the Pride Celebrations the month of June and for our yearly Gala in October. In addition, many members of our community are working on plans to celebrate World Pride in New York City at the end of June. I would be remiss if I neglected to tell you the celebration is, for me, bittersweet. Every day I am witness to fresh attempts to undermine gains that our community has made. In addition to threats to our hard won successes, there are impediments and obstacles to benefits and rights for our community that continue to remain out of reach. We need to stand and act together. The board and I along with the leadership of the Pride Center remain committed to making sure the board is representative of the community we serve. To that end if you are a young person (under 25), a person of color, and/or a member of the TGNC community and you are interested in serving on the board we would love to have you submit an application. If you are interested but would like to make a commitment to something less demanding, we also could use your services on one of our many committees. You may apply by contacting Martha or myself. Hope to see you at Pride. Cynthia Bott, Ph.D., LCSW

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Thanks for making a difference in our community Bank of America recognizes Pride Center of the Capital Region. Community leaders like you are a vital resource and inspiration to us all. Thanks to you, progress is being made and our community is becoming a better place to live and work. Visit us at bankofamerica.com/local.

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Eat Your Veggies! Patty Delmonico-Schardt MSRD Hannaford Dietitian

om said, “Eat your fruits and vegetables.” Many of us grew up with that comment at dinner. This sometimes led to pocketed peas, carrots fed to the dog, or pieces of corn thrown at siblings when no one was looking, Despite that mantra, most of us still aren’t getting the recommended amounts of 2 cups of fruit and 2 ½ cups of vegetables daily. The average person has a vegetable with dinner and a piece of fruit a day. Excuses range from too busy to prepare, too expensive, don’t’ like them, or don’t know how to cook them. he USDA recommended Food Plate, which replaced the Food Pyramid, recommends that 50% of your plate be filled with these colorful foods. The pros of making half your plate fruits and vegetables are many. You will fill up on these fiber filled food, have less room for other higher caloric ones and a happier gut (think regularity). If we add in all the vitamins, minerals, prebiotics, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties you get from these food groups it is what dietitians call a ”no brainer.” Sound daunting? Here is a list of easy ways to add fruits and vegetables whether using frozen, canned or fresh products. Pick just a few that you can add to your meals daily meals or snacks to improve your health and feel better. Small and easy changes tend to be more permanent.

1. Smoothies with fruit or vegetables. 2. Veggie wraps 3. Add fruit to your morning cereal 4. Add vegetables as pizza topping 5. Eat crunchy vegetables with dips 6. Vegetable kabobs 7. Color up your salads 8. Cut up and store your vegetables right after shopping for any easy grab or meal add on 9. Keep nonperishable fruit on the counter or table 10. Puree a fruit as a sauce or topping. 11. Stuff an omelet with vegetables 12. Top a baked potato with vegetables. 13. Grate or shred carrots, zucchini, or spinach and add to dishes (ex. rice, mashed potatoes) 14. Fruit for dessert. 15. Stock your freezer with some of the new frozen vegetable choices. 16. Make salad a main dish; add protein like nuts, beans, hardboiled egg, or tuna. 17. Get some vegetable soup and microwave a cup to add to your meal. 18. Don’t leave the house without grabbing a piece of fruit or two. 19. Add chopped vegetables to your spaghetti sauces, soups or stews. 20. “Sandwich “in fruit/vegetable slices. Add spark to your lunches Give it a try and challenge yourself. Pick one or two easy ways to better health with the bounty of variety and color from these foods .Walk in the produce section of the grocery store and go for it!

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Greater than groceries.

Hannaford is proud to partner with the Pride Center of the Capital Region through the sponsorship of programs that strengthen our communities.

Hannaford is proud to have earned a 100 percent score on the 2019 Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index.

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Join the Hannaford team. Check out our career opportunities at Hannaford.com.

simply healthy from your Hannaford Dietitian

Hearty Veggie Frittata Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 8 minutes Serves: 6 Ingredients 4 tablespoons I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!® Spread, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 1/2 cups sliced assorted fresh vegetables (zucchini, onions and/or red peppers) 1 teaspoon McCormick® Perfect Pinch® Italian Seasoning, crushed 8 eggs 1 cup shredded Cabot® Sharp Light Cheddar Cheese, divided

Directions 1. Melt 2 tablespoons I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!® Spread in large ovenproof nonstick skillet* over medium heat and cook garlic, vegetables, and Italian seasoning, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. *If ovenproof skillet is not available, before broiling, thoroughly wrap handle of skillet with heavy-duty aluminum foil. 2. Meanwhile, melt remaining 2 tablespoons spread, add eggs and 3 tablespoons water, and beat with a wire whisk until foamy, about 1 minute. Stir 1/2 cup cheese into egg mixture. 3. Reduce heat to low and stir in egg mixture. Lift set edges of frittata with spatula, tilting pan to allow uncooked mixture to flow to bottom. Cook until almost set. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese, then broil 2 minutes or until golden brown and eggs are set. TIP: Also makes a great sandwich. Just slice into wedges and serve on whole grain bread.

Nutritional Information Amount Per Serving: Calories 200; Calories from Fat 120; Total Fat 13 g; Saturated Fat 4.5 g; Trans Fat 0 g; Cholesterol 250 mg; Sodium 280 mg; Total Carbs 5 g; Dietary Fiber 1 g; Sugars 3 g; Protein 14 g; Vitamin A 40%; Vitamin C 80%; Calcium 15%; Iron 10%

Interested in learning more? Our registered dietitians hold classes, have on-the-sales-floor nutrition demonstrations and do healthy store tours. They can give you the information you need to make the healthy lifestyle changes you want. For free nutritional advice, you can also email a private message to our staff registered dietitian at hannaford.com/dietitians.

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#STONEWALL50 The 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, The long overdue Passage of GENDA in NYS, The federal legal challenge to protections against workplace discrimination for LGBTQIA+ persons and the rise in violent hate crimes against members of our community; 2019 is the year to both Celebrate what we have achieved and to come together as one community, with one voice, and stand against those that wish to take it away. This is why we March in a Parade, This is why we celebrate at a Festival. This is Capital Pride 2019.

This June we come together with tens of thousands of our friends, family, supporters and allies at over 30 events, ALL Proudly Sponsored by Bank of America. Beginning on Friday May 31, 2019 with the Capital Pride Kick-Off Block Party and continue through the Capital Pride Parade and Festival on Sunday June 9th, and end with an important Panel Discussion and Round Table “Looking Back, Looking Forward” on Wednesday June 26th, 2019. Of course this year’s pinnacle event, where we all stand together as one to celebrate our diversity, is on Sunday June 9th, 2019. The Capital Pride Parade, sponsored by Hannaford and the Capital Pride Festival. With 44 Corporate supporters, a dozen food vendors, over 100 festival vendors, thousands marching in the Capital Pride Parade, and our biggest entertainment line-up ever performing at the Capital Pride Festival, will make this an major event you will not want to miss! One of the highlights of this year’s festival is our expanded line-up of entertainment. Headlining this year’s festival is Grammy award winning artist Mya, known for her many hits including “Case of the Ex’, “Lady Marmalade” and “Ghetto Superstar” to name a few. Opening up for Mya is Island Records Artist NOTD with Georgia Ku and their current top 40 hit song “So Close”, Epic Record’s AJ Mitchell with his Billboard Hit ‘All my Friends” currently at #31, R&B influenced Pop recording artist Jake Miller and local party band Grand Central Station voted best band in the Times Union’s 2019 Best Of poll. With this year being a monumental year we hope you will join us in not only the celebrations, but also the very important historical look-backs and come away with a renewed call to action. A lot has been accomplished over the past 50 years, but there is still a need for continued diligence in ensuring not only that our accomplishments are not taken away, but also that we continue to move toward total equality. There is still time for YOU to get involved, to celebrate and stand together with your community. Please visit 518capitalpride.com to Volunteer for an event, Register to March in the Capital Pride Parade, or Promote your business as a vendor at the Capital Pride Festival. Capital Pride 2019 is produced by The Pride Center of the Capital Region. For updates and the latest news on programs, services and events, please join us at our quarterly community forum on Sunday July 28th, 2019 at the Pride Center, 332 Hudson Ave., in Albany NY. By Scott Levine and Lance Rider/Pride Center Board Directors

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Calendar-at-a-Glance FRIDAY, MAY 31 Flag Raising Ceremony 10am | Albany City Hall, 24 Eagle St., Albany NY | Free PRIDE Kick-Off Block-Party & Celebration 4–8pm | Parking Lot #2, 76 Central Ave. Albany NY | Free

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

MONDAY, JUNE 3

LGBTQA Movie Night 6–10pm | ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Albany NY | Free

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

LGBTQA Trivia Night 8–10pm | ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Albany NY | No Cover, Suggested Donation for Trivia PRIDE Open Art Night 10pm – 2am | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany NY | No Cover

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

Capital Pride Drag Wednesday | No Cover 10pm - 12am | ROCKS 77 Central Ave., Albany NY 12am - 2am | Waterworks Pub 76 Central Ave., Albany NY

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

Capital Pride Alive at Five 5pm–8pm | Jennings Landing, 1 Quay St., Albany NY | Free Capital PRIDE Kara-OH-ke 8pm–2am | Oh Bar, 302 Lark Street, Albany | Cash Bar

Geek and Gamyers Night 9pm–11pm | ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Albany NY | No Cover Therapy Thursday Pride Ball @ Waterworks Pub 11pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany NY | Free

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

Alternative Prom! 7–11pm | YMCA 433 State St., Schenectady NY | $10 Cover at the door (Ages 13 - 19) Purr Party @ Oh Bar 9pm–2am | Oh Bar, 302 Lark St., Albany NY | Cash Bar

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Capital PRIDE Rainbow 5K 8–11am | Jennings Landing, 1 Quay St. Albany NY | $40 Say It Loud Black and Latino Gay Pride–The Celebration 12pm–5pm | Washington Park, Albany, NY | Free Pop Star Adina Howard Live! @ Waterworks Pub - Say It Loud Black & Latino Gay Pride—The Official After Party 10pm | Waterworks Pub, 76 Central Ave., Albany NY | $10

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

2019 Capital PRIDE Parade Prouidly Sponsored by Hannaford Noon | State St. to Lark St. to Madison Ave. to Washington Park, Albany | Free 2019 Capital PRIDE Festival featuring MYA 1pm – 5pm | Washington Park, Albany | Free Capital PRIDE After Parties 5pm–? | Pride Center (332 Hudson Ave.), Waterworks Pub (76 Central Ave.), Oh Bar (304 Lark St.), ROCKS (77 Central Ave.)

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Obscuron Night Colors @ Rocks 10pm - 4am | Rocks 77 Central Ave., Albany NY | $5

FRIDAY JUNE 21

Becoming More Visible Screening at Rocks 5pm–8pm | ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Albany NY | Free

SUNDAY, JUNE 23

Vintage Pride Cruise 6–10pm | Dutch Apple., Albany NY | $40

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Panel Discussion “Looking Back, Looking Forward 6–8pm | The Linda, 339 Central Ave., Albany NY

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Pride Center Programs ALT PROM 2019

Andromeda Indardeo Director of Programs

very spring high school students prepare for prom. For many, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exciting time to dress up and spend with friends. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s different for LGBTQ youth. For those questioning their sexuality, prom can be a stressful time. Some youth face discrimination from both their peers and educators. Often times, LGBTQ youth skip social events because of these reasons. For 22 years, The Pride Center has hosted an Alternative Prom for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) students. Come as you are! Invite your friends! Anyone ages 13-19 are encouraged to join us for a night of fun, music, dancing, games and food! Questions? Contact, Andromeda at 518-462-6138 or aindardeo@ capitalpridecenter.org

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Summer Leadership Camp 2019

Jen Maley-Wheeler Director of Training & Case Management

ach year, our LGBTQ+ youth members look forward to attending the Youth in Power: Summer Leadership Camp held at Lawson Lake in Feura Bush, NY. This FREE camp offers LGBTQ+ youth, ages 13-18, an opportunity to socialize, engage in fun activities – such as boating, hiking, and arts & crafts – and of course attend various workshops throughout the weekend. Youth in Power: Summer Leadership Camp 2019 is schedule for August 23-25, 2019. The Pride Center staff and interns have been working hard to bring various community members to camp this year to host workshops geared towards social media, healthy eating, yoga, meditation, just to name a few. This year, campers can look forward to the ever familiar fun camp activities as well as many new, fun and exciting ideas. Of course, the popular Talent Show will be held on the last day of camp – where campers can share their talents and skills.

ree transportation is provided through CDTA buses from the Pride Center to Lawson Lake and back again each day. Campers are to arrive at the Pride Center by 7:45 am each day, geared up and excited for a fun-filled day at Lawson Lake. Campers then return to the Pride Center by 8:45 pm on Friday and Saturday, and at 6:45 pm on Sunday. To learn more information about Youth in Power: Summer Leadership Camp 2019 and to access an application, please visit the Pride Center’s website at www.capitalpridecenter.org or e-mail Jen Maley-Wheeler at jmaleywheeler@capitalpridecenter.org. We look forward to seeing new and familiar faces this year! commUNITY SUMMER 2019

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Schenectady Pride 2019 Chad Putman, co-chair of Schenectady Pride

AVE THE DATE: Schenectady Pride festival 2019 will take place on Sunday, June 2, 2019 from 2pm to 6pm. This year the pride committee will host three magical events celebrating 50 years since Stonewall and WorldPride taking place in NYC/State (June 2019). Schenectady Pride Festival (2pm-4pm) on the Jay Street Marketplace. Featuring our annual Drag Spectacular hosted by Champagne, the Empress of Schenectady. Live performances by local talent along with vendors and our always fabulous pride ambiance. Queer Liberation March (4pm5pm) staging on the Jay Street Marketplace and youth led march down State Street (heading west) ending at Gateway Plaza (next to SUNY Schdy). This march will celebrate 50 years of progress since the Stonewall Uprising and our fight for LGBTQ rights in New York State and beyond!

Make history with #SchdyPride as we celebrate #Stonewall50 & #WorldPride in NYC. Contact Schenectady Pride via FB msg for more info on how yo your organization and/or your business can take part in this historic local pride event! Looking for day of #Volunteers as well!!

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Welcome Home Celebration & Rainbow Pride Art sculpture reveal (5pm) at Gateway Plaza. The Schenectady Pride committee in partnership with Proctors and the Schenectady Foundation "Thriving Neighborhood Challenge" will reveal the Rainbow Pride Art Sculpture which will be a visual, experiential and educational LGBTQ public art piece. Gateway Plaza will also be the future home of Schenectady Pride's annual festival. The welcome home celebration will include vendors, music and giveaways.

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The Intern Experience My time at The Pride Center was one for the books.

by Rebecca Giandalia

I am forever grateful for the experience. In my short time interning at The Pride Center I was able to assist people in connecting them to resources, help create and run a support group and much more. My time at The Pride Center has prepared me to go into The Social Work world and gave me knowledge and skills that I will carry forward in my practice. In the course of my internship I assisted individuals through counseling and case management which helped me enhance my communication skills. In addition, I assisted implementing a program, Friendly Neighbor, which connects LGBTQ+ elderly and differently-abled individuals to a peer for support. One of the most amazing things about interning at The Pride Center is the amount of opportunities and flexibility. The Pride Center strives to help people in the LGBTQ+ community in any way they can. In this internship if a need is identified in the community and a program is not in place to help this need one is created. At The Pride Center there is no limit on what we are able to do and this internship allows for endless creativity. During my time here "Happiness" was created which is a support group for parents of Trans youth and takes place the same time as T-talk so it is convenient and accessible for parents. Not many internships are able to create a program and have it be as successful as ours currently is. Helping to co-facilitate this program showed me the importance and connection of program development and the impact it has on the community and individuals and showed me what a positive impact interning at The Pride Center can do.

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The Intern Experience by Renee Neddo

Interning at The Pride Center this past year has been an incredible experience. I was

provided with a multitude of opportunities to learn in different areas of social work. The Pride Center is where individual, community and policy work collides. As an ally to members of the LGBTQ+ community, I learned about some of the experiences, struggles and oppressions that individuals face, as well as how to intervene as a social worker. Simultaneously I learned about the inclusivity, advocacy and empowerment that the Pride Center offers to all members of the community. I identified a need in the community for harm reduction services and implemented a program that provides free Narcan to members of the community. I worked one on one with clients in a counseling and case management setting. I was able to promote the greatness of the Pride Center through a community outreach wellness day; bridging health, well-being and community resources together. Thanks to The Pride Center, I was able to embark on a journey of expanding my abilities, identifying my strengths and weakness and finding my professional style, all while working alongside four supportive, dedicated and determined women.

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Legal Ease

By Victoria Esposito, Pride Center Board Director With some regularity, our legal system makes huge mistakes that affect a huge population or populations. Today’s column is about one of those mistakes - but also about the system’s recognizing and fixing that mistake. (Disclaimer: this column is purely informational and does not constitute legal advice. All opinions are my own.)

In early January 2014, a married lesbian couple in Brooklyn decided to start a family. 1They were legally married before their son was born2 ; in New York this gives rise to a presumption that both spouses are the child’s parents, regardless of the spouses’ genders. However, not all states or countries recognize same -sex marriage, so the non-gestational mother planned to adopt the child and began the process months before he was born.3 The couple expected the adoption proceeding to be swift and straightforward.4 Instead, however, the judge ruled that the non-gestational mother was legally the boy’s mother already and could not adopt him.5 This was devastating to the family, particularly as they hoped to bring their son to visit family in jurisdictions which do not recognize same -sex marriage.6 It also implicated all manner of rights: what would happen if the gestational mother died, or they divorced? While having both names on the birth certificate presumptively establishes parentage, it does not necessarily confer all the incidents of custody on the non-biological parent, so adoption is highly important under these circumstances. Finally, eight years later, an amendment to the Domestic Relations Law has passed both the Senate and the Assembly. It states simply that “A petition to adopt...where the petitioner’s parentage is legally-recognized under New York law shall not be denied solely on the basis that the petitioner ‘s parentage is already legally -recognized.” 7 This legislation, which has been in process since 2014, specifically cites the Brooklyn incident as its rationale.8 It also notes the “legally precarious” position that same -sex parents may find themselves in when traveling and note that a New York adoption will be universally recognized. While the Governor has yet to sign the bill, it seems likely that he will, and by its own terms it will take effect immediately. Often the law causes people problems. This time, the law also fixed them. James C. McKinley, Jr, “N.Y. Judge Alarms Gay Parents by Finding Marriage Law Negates Need for Adoption.” The New York Times. 28 Jan. 2014. Available at (last accessed April 15, 2019).

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Id. The judge had previously granted numerous adoptions under identical circumstances; she told the New York Times that she believed the only way to treat couples equally is to treat them equally. This is wonderful in theory; in practice it simply ignores a host of problems which same -sex parents must unfortunately navigate.

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Cheap tickets...continued. By Chuck Zimmerman

riday, June 7th, Albany’s monthly Lark Street First Friday, celebrates a combined concert of the Capital Pride Singers and Albany Gay Men’s Chorus at the First Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Willett & State Streets. Prior to the musical presentation at 6 PM there will be a Handmade Marketplace, hosted by Tim Dumas at the church, beginning at 5:30PM. Refreshments are offered and the activity is, as always, a free service offered through “First Presbyterian” to the public during Albany’s First Night celebration! Theatre Voices will present a staged reading of “Chapatti” at Steamer 10 [500 Western Avenue, Albany] on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 17-19 [Fri. at 8PM, Sat. at 3PM and 8PM, and Sunday at 3 PM]. This professional production involves the story of two lonely animal lovers living in Dublin when romance is a distant memory for them. Heartache, despair and comedy make up the ingredients. For further information visit www.theatervoices.org This is a totally free performance with donations accepted.

There is another great deal offered to Downtown Albany visitors……the FREE trolley! This CDTA sponsored omnibus runs Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings from 5 PM to approximately 12:30 AM in a route that covers sections of Lark Street. Madison Avenue, Washington Avenue, Broadway and thereabouts. The Capital City Trolley runs every twenty minutes during the scheduled timeframe. For additional information contact www.CDTA.org The City of Schenectady also has the Electric City Trolley! Check out the numerous Farmers’ Markets throughout the Capital District. The Delmar Farmers’ Market, located 5 minutes from Albany at 332 Kenwood Avenue [parking lot of the Bethlehem Central Middle School] describes itself as a marketplace that introduces local farmers and food producers and craftspeople to the community. This substantial venue previously made the 101Best Farmers' Markets in America! Some basic rules….No pets and bring your own reusable bags! Music and refreshments are also provided. The Delmar Farmer’s Market is open on Saturday from May through December from 9AM to 1 PM. www.delmarmarket.org

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Letter from Our Executive Director Martha Harvey

2019 MARKS THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF STONEWALL What started as a riot in the streets after the NYC police raided the Stonewall

Inn in 1969 set off a social and civil rights movement that continues to this day. It is so vitally important that we take the time to know our history. Without acknowledging the sacrifices that so many in our collective communities have made in the last 50 years, we lose sight of all of the progress that has been achieved. The strength of those who fought so hard against hate, bigotry and persecution 50 years ago remind us to remain strong as we face new obstacles and challenges. With love and compassion in our hearts, we can keep moving forward, together. Now is the perfect opportunity to thank you for supporting the Pride Center. The impact of your support is evident when you look at the numbers. Whether you are a corporate sponsor, a volunteer, a donor, or utilize our programs and services, know that we are deeply grateful for all of you.

Until next time, Martha Harvey Pride Center Executive Director

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EMPOWERING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1970 332 Hudson Ave, Albany, NY 12210 (518) 462-6138 | www.CapitalPrideCenter.org info@CapitalPrideCenter.org

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Your Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Community Center since 1970 BUSINESS ALLIANCE

HAPPINESS

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.

Happiness is a support group for families of trans* youth/children that provides assistance and education in navigating the process and overcoming obstacles faced.

MEN’S PRIDE

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 group is a collaboration between the Pride Center and the Self-Advocacy Association of NYS to provide support to people with disabilities who are LGBTQI.

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+.

FAMILY PRIDE LOOK (Loving Ourselves and Our Kids) engages with both parents/guardians of and LGBTQ children in a supportive environment. Friends & Families engage with loved ones of LGBTQ-identified individuals to provide a safe space for allied family members to access resources and support..

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.

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 training, 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*-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.

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.

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 commUNITY SUMMER 2019

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