The theme question was “What’s Your Hobbies” … quilters, painters, walkers, advocates, comic book readers, pickle ball enthusiasts, tinkerers were among those gathered at Brigham House in Newton Highlands to share their passion for hobbies they enjoy. This meetup is part of the LGBTQIA+ Socials group sponsored by the Dept. of Older Adults at the Cooper Center for Active Living. […]
LGBTQ+ Newton meetup at West Newton Cinema for two screenings, first, “The History of Sound,” an LGBTQ+ 1917 period romance drama of two men who meet at the Boston Conservatory and bond over a deep love of folk music, and second, “Sabbath Queen,” followed by a Q&A discussion with Director Sandi Dubowski and Professor Heather Nathans of Tufts University.
LGBTQ+ Newton and Waltham Pride teamed up to co-sponsor an “Ice Cream Social” at Pizzi Farm in Waltham! Organizers shared that the “goal is to bring queer community members and their allies together to socialize” and what better way than over ice cream and lawn games! There was a fabulous turnout despite the 95 degree heat wave! A special thank […]
Great fun and tons of laughter was had by all at “WHEEL OF FORTUNE – LGBT Edition” night at Newton Free Library! Thank you to Molly and Grace, aka “Vanna”, for organizing, spinning the wheel and filling in the letters! Categories included LGBT persons, places, things, slogans, events, groups, tv, items around the house and movies!
Standing room only could be found at the Newton Free Library for LGBTQIA+ Socials’ “STORY SLAM” … poems and essays about coming out, first crushes, flannel shirts, Butch group, second mothers, pets, discrimination Olivia travel adventures, awkward moments at a party, college years and questioning were a few of the topics at this wonderful evening of sharing of personal stories […]
Who doesn’t enjoy a hotdog, burger, potato salad and cold lemonade! LGBTQ+ Newton first “Summer BBQ” social was a huge success and a wonderful way to meet folks! Thanks to our host Terry all who came for bringing side dishes and desserts. Terrific conversations, tasty food and lots of joy …this is what folks across all ages building community looks […]
LGBTQ+ Newton now has a Facebook presence. It is searchable in the public domain but remains a private group for the queer community and allies. You do not have to be a Newton resident to become a member of the group, however upon requesting to join, you will be asked to answer 3 questions including where you live, this is […]
Core members of LGBTQ+ Newton had an introductory meeting with Mayoral Candidate Marc Laredo and campaign assistant John Rice to share our vision, to highlight areas lacking LGBTQ visibility and representation and to hear Marc’s intentions of city support from his administration in the future should he be elected as mayor for the city of Newton. We shared our understanding […]
A special thanks to Chloe for organizing and MC’ing “LGBT-themed Trivia Night” at the Newton Free Library. The age range spanned across many generations with Gen Z’s taking 1st & 2nd place, leaving the Silent Generation and Baby Boomers in the dust, nevertheless, great fun was had by all! The event was co-sponsored by Newton’s Dept. of Older Adult Services […]
Pride Month is here and LGBTQ+ Newton was in full form … Flag raising at Newton City Hall, tabling at Waltham Pride & tabling at the Newton Celebration of Queer Culture Festival! It takes a village for sure! Volunteers greeted folks at the LGBTQ+ Newton booth and donations from supporters provided the funds for candy & Pride merch. There was […]