The LOFT LGBT Community Center

The LOFT LGBT Community Center The LOFT is a nonprofit organization serving LGBTQ+ individuals in Westchester County and the Hudson Valley.

We offer support groups, social programming, health services, advocacy initiatives, and community events—all in a safe, affirming space.

🔥 THEY'RE BACK AND READY TO BRING THE HEAT! 🔥The Forever Queens of Westchester, Angel Elektra & Shay D'Pines, are return...
05/29/2026

🔥 THEY'RE BACK AND READY TO BRING THE HEAT! 🔥

The Forever Queens of Westchester, Angel Elektra & Shay D'Pines, are returning to the Westchester Pride stage on Sunday, June 7 at 3:00 PM!

Since 2015, this iconic duo has been dazzling audiences across the region with electrifying performances, fierce looks, and enough charisma to light up all of Downtown White Plains. As a married couple and beloved pillars of Westchester's drag community, Angel and Shay bring their hearts, talent, and unforgettable energy wherever they go.

✨ PLUS... they'll be joined by special guests: graduates of The LOFT's Art of Drag Program! Come cheer on the next generation of drag excellence as they take the Pride stage alongside Westchester royalty.

📍 Westchester Pride
📅 Sunday, June 7
⏰ Performance Time - 3:00 PM
🏳️‍🌈 Downtown White Plains (Court Street & Main Street)

Get loud, show your love, and let's give Angel, Shay, and our Art of Drag graduates the Pride welcome they deserve! 💖

05/27/2026

🌈 WESTCHESTER PRIDE
SUNDAY, JUNE 7 • DOWNTOWN WHITE PLAINS

Get ready for a full day of drag, Broadway, ballroom, music, dance, community, and Pride energy at the largest LGBTQ+ celebration in Westchester County! ✨

Here’s your official entertainment lineup:

🏳️‍🌈 11:00 AM — Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
Join local leaders and community members as we officially kick off Pride Month and raise the LGBTQIA+ Pride flag in celebration, visibility, and unity.

🎤 12:00 PM — MC Hype
The incomparable MC Hype launches Pride with an electrifying opening performance full of music, charisma, and nonstop energy.

🎭 12:15 PM — Broadway Sings for Pride
Featuring powerhouse performers:
⭐ Jayna Elise (American Idol, Tina)
⭐ Sydney Quildon (The Book of Mormon)

🎶 12:45 PM — A New Brain Preview Performance
A special live preview from Arc Stages’ upcoming production of William Finn’s heartfelt musical A New Brain.

💃 1:00 PM — Vogue & Ballroom Experience
Learn, move, and celebrate Ballroom culture with Legendary Khaos Lanvin, Kuresha Versace Balenciaga, Jodi Miyake-Mugler, and Icon-Founder Michael Roberson Maison-Margiela.

🪩 1:30 PM — Homecoming Q***r Dance Contest
Bring your best moves and compete for a chance to win a special Levi’s jacket!

⭐ 2:00 PM — HEADLINER: AJA
RuPaul’s Drag Race icon AJA takes the Pride stage with a fierce, unforgettable performance celebrating q***r artistry and self-expression.

🍔 2:15 PM — Amber Guesa
Westchester’s favorite Hamburger Barbie brings glamour, comedy, advocacy, and iconic drag excellence to Pride.

👑 2:30 PM — HEADLINER: MEGAMI
Fresh from RuPaul’s Drag Race, Megami delivers high-energy performance, fierce fashion, and larger-than-life Pride spirit.

✨ 3:00 PM — Angel Elektra, Shay D’Pines & Art of Drag Showcase
A dazzling showcase featuring local drag excellence and performers from The LOFT’s Art of Drag program.

👑 WESTCHESTER PRIDE HEADLINERS ANNOUNCED 👑The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is thrilled to welcome TWO iconic queens to W...
05/22/2026

👑 WESTCHESTER PRIDE HEADLINERS ANNOUNCED 👑

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is thrilled to welcome TWO iconic queens to Westchester Pride — MEGAMI and AJA! 🌈✨

📍 Sunday, June 7 (Headliners perform from 2PM - 3PM)
📍 Downtown White Plains — Court Street & Main Street

⚡ MEGAMI — breakout star from RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16 — is known for her electrifying performances, cosplay-inspired drag, anime aesthetics, and unapologetically nerdy q***r artistry. A Brooklyn-based queen with a huge heart and larger-than-life stage presence, MEGAMI is ready to light up Westchester Pride.

🔥 AJA — rapper, performer, ballroom icon, and RuPaul’s Drag Race & All Stars fan favorite — is bringing high-energy glamour, fierce performances, and legendary NYC drag excellence to the Pride stage. Beyond Drag Race, AJA has released multiple music projects and appeared on HBO Max’s Legendary with the iconic House of LaBeija.

Get ready for a full day of community, celebration, performances, vendors, music, and PRIDE in the heart of downtown White Plains! 🌈

🇺🇸 In observance of Memorial Day, The LOFT will be closed on Monday, May 25.As we honor and remember those who made the ...
05/22/2026

🇺🇸 In observance of Memorial Day, The LOFT will be closed on Monday, May 25.

As we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday. ❤️🤍💙

We will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, May 26.

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is pleased to welcome Suzanne Tillman (she/her) as Interim Chief Executive Officer!Suza...
05/20/2026

The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center is pleased to welcome Suzanne Tillman (she/her) as Interim Chief Executive Officer!

Suzanne brings more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience and has successfully guided multiple organizations through periods of transition and growth. Her thoughtful, community-centered leadership will help support The LOFT as we continue serving LGBTQ+ communities across Westchester, the Hudson Valley, and beyond.

Read Suzanne's Bio: https://www.theloftcenter.org/suzanne-tillman

Our programs, services, and events continue without interruption — powered by our incredible staff, volunteers, supporters, and community members.

And don’t forget: Westchester Pride is coming up on Sunday, June 7 in downtown White Plains! We hope to see you there.

Please join us in welcoming Suzanne to The LOFT family!

Pride Month in Westchester begins here. 🏳️‍🌈✨Join the Westchester County LGBTQ+ Advisory Board, County Executive Kenneth...
05/19/2026

Pride Month in Westchester begins here. 🏳️‍🌈✨

Join the Westchester County LGBTQ+ Advisory Board, County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins, the Westchester County Board of Legislators, and The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center as we officially kick off the 2026 Pride season with Westchester County’s LGBTQ+ Pride Flag Raising!

📍 Michaelian Office Building: 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains
🗓 Sunday, June 7
🕚 11:00 AM
🌈Followed immediately by WESTCHESTER PRIDE, Hosted by The LOFT
🔗 Pride details here: https://www.theloftcenter.org/westchester-pride

Come together in visibility, celebration, and community as the Pride flag rises over Westchester County to honor and celebrate our vibrant LGBTQ+ community.

All are welcome. 💖

✨ SPECIAL WESTCHESTER PRIDE PERFORMANCE ✨Step onto the floor at Westchester Pride for an unforgettable hands-on vogue ex...
05/18/2026

✨ SPECIAL WESTCHESTER PRIDE PERFORMANCE ✨

Step onto the floor at Westchester Pride for an unforgettable hands-on vogue experience featuring legendary voices and icons from ballroom culture.

📍 Sunday, June 7
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Downtown White Plains: Court St. between Main St. & Martine Ave.
🎟 https://shorturl.at/cToTp

Join Legendary Khaos Lanvin, Kuresha Versace Balenciaga, Jodi Miyake-Mugler, and Icon-Founder Michael Roberson Maison-Margiela for a dynamic performance and interactive workshop exploring the foundations, history, and cultural significance of vogue and ballroom culture.

Whether you’re new to vogue or ready to hit the runway, this experience will leave you inspired, empowered, and connected. 🌈

Presented by ArtsWestchester and The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center as part of Westchester Pride 2026.


🌈 Announcing the 2026 LOFT Learning Pride Training Series 🌈Build the skills to create more LGBTQ+ affirming workplaces, ...
05/15/2026

🌈 Announcing the 2026 LOFT Learning Pride Training Series 🌈

Build the skills to create more LGBTQ+ affirming workplaces, organizations, and communities through this practical training series from LOFT Learning.

Perfect for professionals, nonprofits, educators, healthcare providers, businesses, teams, and individuals committed to inclusion and equity.

✨ Training Topics:
📌 June 9 — LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency
📌 June 16 — Creating an LGBTQ+ Affirming Work Environment
📌 June 23 — From Ally to Accomplice
📌 June 30 — Extended Conference (All 3 Topics)

💻 Virtual Sessions
⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
🎟️ $50 per session
🎟️ $75 June 30 extended session (1 PM - 4 PM)

🔗 Register today: https://www.theloftcenter.org/loft-learning
Contact: [email protected]

Group discounts and flexible pricing available.

Let’s move beyond performative inclusion and build spaces where LGBTQ+ people can truly thrive!

Heads up, community! 🌈The LOFT Center will be closed on Thursdays through and including Thursday, June 4, as our team pr...
05/15/2026

Heads up, community! 🌈

The LOFT Center will be closed on Thursdays through and including Thursday, June 4, as our team prepares for Westchester Pride! 🎉 Join us on Sunday, June 7 for an unforgettable celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, visibility, and community.

Pride Details: https://www.theloftcenter.org/westchester-pride

✨ All scheduled programs and services will continue as planned.

Thank you for your understanding and support — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

🎤 WESTCHESTER PRIDE IS BRINGING THE HYPE! 🌈✨Hosted by The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center, we are beyond excited to announc...
05/13/2026

🎤 WESTCHESTER PRIDE IS BRINGING THE HYPE! 🌈✨

Hosted by The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center, we are beyond excited to announce this year’s official Westchester Pride Emcee… MC Hype! 🔥

Known throughout the LGBTQ+ and Ballroom communities as Father Warren and Godfather Wolfe, MC Hype brings unmatched energy, heart, and community spirit to every stage he touches. A U.S. Army veteran, community leader, HIV advocate, DJ, host, and founder of Marquies Entertainment LLC, MC Hype has spent decades uplifting and empowering communities through passion, resilience, and joy.

Get ready for a day filled with Pride, celebration, music, community, and unforgettable vibes led by one of the most dynamic voices in the community.

🗓️ Sunday, June 7, 12PM - 4PM
🌈 Westchester Pride
🏳️‍🌈 Hosted by The LOFT LGBTQ+ Community Center
📍 Downtown White Plains @ Court Street & Main Street

Mark your calendars NOW — more entertainment announcements are coming soon 👀✨

Address

252 Bryant Avenue
White Plains, NY
10605

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 1pm

Telephone

+19149482932

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