{"id":1621,"date":"2025-06-12T16:43:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T20:43:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greatermentalhealth.org\/?post_type=article&#038;p=1621"},"modified":"2025-06-12T16:43:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T20:43:29","slug":"celebrate-and-recognize-the-lgbtqia-community-this-month-for-pride","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/greatermentalhealth.org\/ht\/articles\/celebrate-and-recognize-the-lgbtqia-community-this-month-for-pride\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate and Recognize the LGBTQIA+ Community this Month for Pride!"},"template":"","class_list":["post-1621","article","type-article","status-publish","hentry","article_type-articles"],"acf":{"details":{"featured_image":"","article_type":11,"description":""},"page_layout":[{"acf_fc_layout":"component_page_intro","_acfe_flexible_toggle":"","component_page_intro":{"short_title":"Scroll to learn about events and resources in Rockland and Westchester that celebrate and support the LGBTQIA+ community.","copy":"<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Pride Month<\/strong>, celebrated each June, is a time to recognize the strength, diversity, and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community. It is also a time to bring attention to the barriers that this community faces when seeking affirming mental health care, such as stigma and discrimination. Pride is more than just visibility and advocacy\u2014it\u2019s about creating inclusive, supportive spaces where all identities are honored and mental well-being is valued. At Greater Mental Health, we are committed to culturally competent care and stand in solidarity with LGBTQIA+ individuals every day of the year.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and for <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">LGBTQIA+<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> individuals, it can be especially vital to actively tend to mental health. Many in the LGBTQIA+ community face challenges while finding access to affirming care, and this can contribute to higher rates of mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and thoughts of suicide. Safe spaces, supportive communities, and inclusive mental health resources help everyone feel seen, heard, and validated. Affirming therapy, peer support groups, and Pride-related activities all foster resilience and self-acceptance.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Below, you\u2019ll find events in Rockland and Westchester counties that celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community, along with resources such as peer groups at the Rockland Pride Center in Nyack, NY.<\/span>\r\n<h4><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Events in Westchester &amp; Rockland Counties:\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/h4>\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pride Night at Warburton Ave, Hastings-on-Hudson\r\n<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Friday, June 13 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> VFW Plaza (558 Warburton Ave, Hastings on Hudson, NY)\r\n<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> The Village of Hastings, Destination Hastings, and Hastings Rainbow Families host the fourth annual Friday Night Pride in the village. This family-friendly festival will kick off with a pre-event at The Good Witch Coffee Bar from 3:45-5:45 p.m., during which time there will be music and supplies for guests to contribute to a community pride banner. At 5:45 p.m., the march downtown begins, commencing in the middle of Warburton Avenue. The celebration will include music, dancing, and performers. Guests can slide down a massive rainbow slide, get their face painted, try make-your-own spray paint art, and craft rainbow bracelets. There will be a live concert at VFW Plaza with an incredible lineup of musicians, dancers, and performers.\r\n<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mommypoppins.com\/westchester-kids\/event\/events\/hastings-on-hudson-friday-night-pride\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/mommypoppins.com\/westchester-kids\/event\/events\/hastings-on-hudson-friday-night-pride<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yonkers Pride Festival<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, June 14 from 1:00 \u2013 7:00 pm\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Downtown Yonkers\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> The City of Yonkers will hold its eighth annual LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival hosted by Lana Ja\u2019Rae from RuPaul\u2019s Drag Race. The event will showcase celebrity entertainment, food, shopping, activities, and plenty of community organizations. It will be held rain or shine, so be sure to stop by for good vibes.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yonkerspride.org\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.yonkerspride.org\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Lewisboro Pride in the Park<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, June 21 from 2:00 \u2013 5:00 pm\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lewisboro Town Park<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> The fifth annual Lewisboro Pride in the Park takes place at the end of Pride Month this year. This is a free, family-friendly event that has a stacked list of activities. From a drag queen story time to a pet parade, there\u2019s something for everyone. Plus, there will be a DJ dance party, a moon bounce castle, a flag ceremony at 3:30 pm, and special performances.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lewisborony.gov\/parks-and-recreation\/page\/fifth-annual-pride-park\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/www.lewisborony.gov\/parks-and-recreation\/page\/fifth-annual-pride-park<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peekskill Pride<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Saturday, June 28 from 2:00 \u2013 6:00 pm\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Pugsley Park (1036 Main St, Peekskill, NY 10566)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Peekskill Pride\u2019s 5<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> annual Family Pride in the Park will feature a drag queen story time, drag performances, crafts and games, rainbow goats, and a pet photo contest.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/biggayhudsonvalley.com\/events\/5th-annual-peekskill-pride-family-pride-in-the-park\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/biggayhudsonvalley.com\/events\/5th-annual-peekskill-pride-family-pride-in-the-park\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kid Flicks:<\/span><\/b> <b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pride <\/span><\/b>\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">by the Jacob Burns Film Center &amp; the New York International Children\u2019s Film Festival<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, June 29 at 11:00 am\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Jacob Burns Film Center<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Kid Flicks: Pride is a celebration of self-expression, community, legacy, and love. Curated specifically for ages 9 and up, these short films from around the world feature a wide range of LGBTQIA+ identities and experiences in as many unique styles. Schoolyard matchmakers, a Belgian teen, a group of indigenous Hawaiian m\u0101h\u016b, and more highlight the power that comes from embracing who you are.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/burnsfilmcenter.org\/booking\/nyicff-kid-flicks-pride\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/burnsfilmcenter.org\/booking\/nyicff-kid-flicks-pride\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rockland County Pride Center\u2019s Annual Tea Dance!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Sunday, June 29 from 12:00 pm \u2013 4:00 pm\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Hotel Nyack, 400 High Avenue, Nyack, NY<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Get your groove on mid-afternoon with DJ John Martin at Hotel Nyack! Enjoy the heat, the food, raffles, and the company! There is no cover, all are welcome! Signature cocktails and a brunch menu will be available in the restaurant. If you\u2019d like to make a table reservation, please call The Farm at Hotel Nyack: 845-675-8740.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/our-annual-tea-dance-3\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/our-annual-tea-dance-3\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h4><b><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Resources in Westchester &amp; Rockland Counties: <\/span><\/i><\/b><\/h4>\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">LGBTQ+ Young Adult Program (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> In person every other Thursday from 6:00 \u2013 8:00 pm (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/lgbtq-young-adult-program-2-2-2\/2025-06-26\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 26<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Rockland County Pride Center 28 S. Franklin St., Nyack, NY<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Young adults from 18 - 30 meet in person every other week to discuss all the joys and challenges of being Queer and Trans adults.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/lgbtq-young-adult-program-3\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/lgbtq-young-adult-program-3\/<\/span><\/a>\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gay Men\u2019s Social &amp; Support Group <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Second Tuesdays from 7:30 \u2013 8:30 pm<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/gay-mens-social-support-group-online-meeting\/2025-07-08\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on July 8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Online\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> The<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Gay Men\u2019s Group is a meet-up, discussion group, and social event. The group is open to men who identify as Gay, Bi, Queer, MSM, Same Gender Loving, Questioning, no matter how you identify, whether you are single or in a relationship, if you feel you belong, you are welcome!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/gay-mens-social-support-group-online-meeting\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/gay-mens-social-support-group-online-meeting\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">LGBTQ+ Youth Program (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When &amp; where:<\/strong> Meets in person every Friday from 3:00 -7:30 pm in person at the Rockland County Pride Center 28 S. Franklin St., Nyack, NY (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/lgbtq-youth-program-3-2\/2025-06-13\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 13<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> This is a safe, free, supervised, and affirming setting for LGBTQIA+ youth to gather.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/lgbtq-youth-program-3-2\/2025-06-13\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/lgbtq-youth-program-3-2\/2025-06-13\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Connections 50+: An Online Social &amp; Support Group (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Third Monday of the month from 6:30 \u2013 7:30 pm (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/connections-50-an-online-social-support-group-5\/2025-06-16\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Online<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Getting older brings life changes no matter who we are, and being LGBTQ+ can heighten the challenges this brings. Some may have physical challenges, some may have lost partners, family, and\/or close friends and feel isolated or lonely, and some may simply be feeling a lack of opportunity to discuss issues with others who share common life experiences.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/connections-50-an-online-social-support-group\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/connections-50-an-online-social-support-group\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Connections 50+ Drop-In! (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When &amp; where:<\/strong> Every Wednesday from 3:00 \u2013 5:00 pm at the Rockland County Pride Center 28 S. Franklin St., Nyack, NY. (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/connections-50-drop-in-4\/2025-06-18\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 18<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Come socialize with other LGBTQ+ members of the 50+ community!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/connections-50-drop-in\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/connections-50-drop-in\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Trans Parent: Support Group for Parents of Trans &amp; Non-Binary Youth (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Third Wednesday of the Month from 7:00 \u2013 8:00 pm (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/parents-of-trans-youth-support-group-online-meeting\/2025-06-18\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 18<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Online\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Trans Parent is a support discussion group for parents and guardians of children and youth identifying as Transgender, Non-Binary, Genderqueer, and Gender Non-Conforming.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/trans-parent-support-group-for-parents-of-trans-non-binary-youth-online-meeting\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/trans-parent-support-group-for-parents-of-trans-non-binary-youth-online-meeting\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Live &amp; Let Live \u2013 AA Group Meeting\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Every Sunday from 10:00 \u2013 11:00 am (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/live-let-live-aa-group-meeting-2\/2025-06-15\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 15<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Rockland County Pride Center 28 S. Franklin St., Nyack, NY.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> The Live &amp; Let Live Alcoholics Anonymous Group is a special composition of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender\/Non-Binary, and Queer people. Some of the topics are sensitive to the group members, but the Live &amp; Let Live AA group welcomes all alcoholics.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/live-let-live-aa-group-meeting-2\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/series\/live-let-live-aa-group-meeting-2\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Woman to Woman: A Social &amp; Support Group (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Once per month from 6:30 \u2013 7:30 pm (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/woman-to-woman-a-social-support-group-online-meeting-3\/2025-06-24\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 24<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Online\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Woman to Woman is a meet-up, discussion group, and social event. No matter how you identify, Lesbian or Bisexual, Non-Binary or Trans, or whether you are single or in a relationship, if you feel you belong, you are welcome.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">More information: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/woman-to-woman-a-social-support-group-online-meeting-3\/2025-06-24\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/woman-to-woman-a-social-support-group-online-meeting-3\/2025-06-24\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pride Advocacy Group (Rockland County Pride Center)<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Every 2nd &amp; 4th Wednesday of each month from 6:00 \u2013 7:30 pm (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rocklandpridecenter.org\/event\/pride-advocacy-group-2\/2025-06-25\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">next meeting is on June 25<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">th<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">)\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\r\n<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Where:<\/strong> Rockland County Pride Center 28 S. Franklin St., Nyack, NY<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Description:<\/strong> Join the BIPOC Pride group at the Rockland County Pride Center to discuss how to activate and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. If you\u2019ve always been advocating, do it in community. 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