Reading with Dale Mitchell

Bangor Public Library 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine, United States

Eleven-year-old Dale Mitchell asked his father, “Why don’t you just get it over with and tell me you hate me?” His father’s response? “I hate you.” Said so matter-of-factly, it seemed hardly worth mentioning. Growing up in strait-laced, lily-white suburbs of the 1950s and early 60s America, Dale Michell was an outsider from the start....

Post-Election Virtual Drop-In

We invite you to join NOA for a Post-Election Virtual Drop-In on Wednesday, November 6 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM to lean into community with other LGBTQ+ older adults. Drop in on Zoom if you're looking for a space to reflect on the results together, be in community, and connect with folks. The Zoom link...

Ellsworth Luncheon

Moore Community Center 125 State Street, Ellsworth, Maine, United States

Join us for our monthly community meal for older LGBTQ+ adults from 1:00pm-3:00pm at the Moore Community Center. This gathering will be a potluck luncheon, and there will be plenty of food to share! If you would like to bring a dish, you’re more than welcome to but there is no cost to attend. There is accessible parking...

Statewide Virtual Social Hour

Join us for a statewide virtual social hour! Please drop in to say hi and join us for an hour of community & conversation! It’ll be a great time to relax and socialize.  If you'd like to join by phone, please call 1-646-558-8656 and enter meeting ID 979 8241 1640.

Cohen Center Augusta Luncheon

Cohen Community Center 22 Town Farm Road, Hallowell, Maine, United States

Join LGBTQ+ older adults in the Augusta area for lunch at the Cohen Community Center. This luncheon is hosted and run by other LGBTQ+ older adults and occurs monthly on the second Thursday of each month. Folks meet at 10:30 AM and lunch is served at 11 AM.  The meal is free to those 60 and older; there is a $7.50 charge...

Houlton Luncheon

Cup Cafe 1 Military Street, Houlton, Maine, United States

Join us for our monthly community meal open to all generations and allies from 12:00pm-2:00pm at The Cup Cafe in Houlton, ME!  Come to The Cup Cafe on the first “teenth” Saturday of each month for a potluck meal with friends – both American and Canadian! There will be plenty of food to share! If you...

Great Wall Buffet Augusta Luncheon

Great Wall Chinese Buffet 1 Anthony Avenue, Augusta, Maine, United States

Join folks in the Augusta area for lunch at the Great Wall Chinese Buffet. This luncheon reoccurs monthly and is hosted and run by other LGBTQ+ older adults. Stop in and ask for NOA – the staff will direct you to the table. This luncheon occurs monthly on the third Saturday, beginning at 12:00 PM. The meal is free and...

Portland Luncheon

Equality Community Center 15 Casco Street, Portland, Maine, United States

Join us for our monthly community meal for older LGBTQ+ adults from 12:00pm-2:00pm. These meals will be held at the Equality Community Center (15 Casco St.) and catered by a different restaurant thanks to the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. This event is free, but if you would like to donate $8 to cover the cost of the meal, your donation is always appreciated....

Bangor Area Virtual Meet and Greet

Join this virtual meet & greet on Zoom and chat with other LGBTQ+ older adults in the Bangor area! This is usually a small group of a few folks who would love to say hi and meet new people.

Queer Youth Fridays

Equality Community Center 15 Casco Street, Portland, Maine, United States

Join us for our Queer Youth Drop-In Space at the ECC on Friday, November 22nd, from 4-6 PM! This monthly gathering happens every 4th Friday and is a chance to connect, unwind, and have fun with other queer youth. Enjoy games, activities, and social time in a welcoming and inclusive space. Food, drinks, and snacks are...

Bangor Luncheon

Bangor Region YMCA 17 2nd Street, Bangor, Maine, United States

Please join us from 12:00 - 2:00 PM for an afternoon of community and conversation! This gathering will be a potluck luncheon, and there will be plenty of food to share. If you would like to bring a dish, you're more than welcome to but there is no cost to attend. There is accessible parking...

Rainbow Reels

Equality Community Center 15 Casco Street, Portland, Maine, United States

Join us for Rainbow Reels, a monthly movie watch party in collaboration with the Equality Community Center, where we screen exciting films, enjoy great company, and build community! Whether you’re a film buff or just looking for a fun, relaxed afternoon, this is a great space to connect, share snacks and drinks, and discuss films with other LGBTQ+ older...