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SUMMARY:3\, 2\, 1 TACOS!
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, Dec. 27 from 3:00 – 5:00pm for  LGBTQ+ Newton‘s 1 Year Anniversary and a final hurrah of the year at this pre-New Year’s celebration! \nOur “3\, 2\, 1\, TACOS!” Party is a perfect casual\, delicious and fun way to celebrate with friends. Instead of a formal affair\, we’ll be serving up a build-your-own taco bar with all the fixings! Vegetarian and gluten free options available. Please bring a non-alcoholic beverage and/or dessert to share. \nThis gathering will be held in a private home in Newton\, address will be provided after you reply. Ample free street parking. Please note\, there are several steps to the front door entrance. \nLet’s make our first big milestone together a party to remember and together\, dream big about the next year! \nCan’t wait to celebrate with you! RSVP number of folks attending to  email  rosabuffonepridesocials@gmail.com or text 617-256-6308 (if texting\, please include your first & last name ALSO)
URL:https://lgbtqnewton.org/event/3-2-1-tacos/
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SUMMARY:LGBTQIA+ Social at the Cooper Center
DESCRIPTION:The Dept. of Newton’s Older Adult Services sponsors a monthly gathering on the 2nd Monday and 3rd Wednesday of each month. \nThe first in the new Cooper Center\, 345 Walnut Street\, Newtonville will be Wed.\, December 17 from 1:00-2:30pm. Take steps or elevator to the 2nd floor\, Activity Room #3. \nIt’s a time to meet\, greet and socialize within the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies! At each meeting\, a different theme/current event is discussed\, or a fun activity is organized. 18+\, intergenerational\, queer and ally. \nBring your dinner/lunch\, invite a friend and join the conversation! \nSnacks and beverages provided. \nRSVP requested but not required. Please stop by the Front Desk at Brigham House\, 20 Hartford Street\, or call 617-796-1675. Or send your name\, telephone number\, and email address to our receptionists at OASprograms@newtonma.gov
URL:https://lgbtqnewton.org/event/lgbtqia-social-at-the-cooper-center/
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Arts and Craft Hangout
DESCRIPTION:What’s your craft … coloring\, sketches\, jewelry-making\, wood burning\, knitting\, crochet\, custom bookmarks\, origami\, other?\n\nJoin us for a friendly get-together of crafting and conversation by the fire! \n\n\nFor project management\, keep in mind that table space is limited to one dining room and one kitchen table and a couple living room end tables. Most of our seating will be on living room furniture. \n\n\nThis gathering will be held in a private home in Newton\, address will be provided after you reply. Ample free street parking. Limited to 8 persons. Light snacks and hot apple cider provided. \n\nRSVP by replying to this email at rosabuffonepridesocials@gmail.com
URL:https://lgbtqnewton.org/event/lgbtq-arts-and-craft-hangout/
LOCATION:Newton\, MA\, Newton\, MA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Transgender Day of Rememberance: Remember\, Resist\, and Rise
DESCRIPTION:Together\, we will honor the lives of trans and gender-expansive people past and present\, mourn those lost to anti-trans violence\, and lift up a vision of a future grounded in justice and joy. This interfaith service is an opportunity to come together in love\, resilience\, and solidarity as we remember\, resist\, and rise.​ RECEPTION FOLLOWING SERVICE.\n\n\nSponsored by the First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton and co-sponsored by Congregation Dorshei Tzedek\, Eliot Church of Newton\, First Church in Chestnut Hill\, Myrtle Baptist Church\, Newton Highlands Congregational Church\, Newton Presbyterian Church\, Second Church in Newton\, St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish\, Temple Beth Avodah\, Temple Shalom\, The Union Church in Waban\, and United Parish of Auburndale.
URL:https://lgbtqnewton.org/event/interfaith-transgender-day-of-rememberance-remember-resist-and-rise/
LOCATION:First Unitarian Universalist Society in Newton\, 1326 Washington Street\, West Newton\, MA\, 02465\, United States
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SUMMARY:Newton Flag Raising
DESCRIPTION:Happy PRIDE friends! \nAs we celebrate the flag raisings\, parades and festivals happening this month\, let us remember and honor the courageous persons of the June 28\, 1969 Stonewall Riots\, a pivotal event in the LGBTQ+ rights movement. \nIn observing Pride Month\, I’m reminded it is about resistance and activism\, visibility and acceptance\, rights and equality\, diversity and affirmation\, solidarity and allies\, accomplishments and contributions … love and community! Grateful for each of you and your presence in the world. \nEvery year in Newton for LGBTQ+ Pride Month\, the Human Rights Commission raises the Pride flag at City Hall\, 1000 Commonwealth Ave\, South Lawn\, and honors an individual or individuals for their contributions and commitment to the LGBTQ+ community in Newton. \nWe come together tomorrow\, Tuesday\, June 3rd\, at 5:30-6:30pm to honor Hattie Kerwin Derrick\, Director of Community Engagement and Inclusion. She is also the city’s LGBTQ+ Liaison. \nThe flag raising ceremony will be followed by a resource fair and ice cream! 
URL:https://lgbtqnewton.org/event/newton-flag-raising/
LOCATION:Newton City Hall\, 1000 Commonwealth Ave\, Newton\, MA\, 02459\, United States
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