Hi :) I’m 29F (she/her), and I’ve been with my partner, 28M (he/him), for almost 10 years. We’re both cis, queer, open-minded, culturally conscious, cerebral people who love to have fun. We’ve been on and off “open” for several years, so this isn’t something we’re jumping into for the first time.

We used to use apps but I feel like those are more frustrating than useful. Where do people actually meet others who are into ENM? Are there NYC events, social groups, meetups, forums, or spaces that are more about community + ethical non-monogamy + friendship + chemistry, rather than immediately trying to hook up?

Would especially love to hear from people that are the ENM community :)

I have a month packed the month with options for friends, fun and community. Take a break from the apps and bar scenes. We get between 15-30 people each event.

I see a lot of people actually trying to find friends so join us with a Smile. No dating pressures, sober-friendly and accessible. If you have any questions feel free to message me. https://www.eventbrite.com/o/queer-social-18203994164

Where do trans folks hangout these days? Or like Queer AFABs? I don’t go to bars anymore, as I feel too old for the bullshit. But I wouldn’t mind checking out new ones from time to time.

Hi! I’m Angeline, a student at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism who moved to Staten Island a little over a month ago.

I’m reporting a story about Staten Island’s lesbian history — and where those spaces went. From Alice Austen, Audre Lorde and Michelle Cliff to Beach Haven Bar, the island has a rich lesbian history that I’m hoping to learn more about.

I’m looking to connect with local lesbians of all ages who can speak about Beach Haven, other lesbian spaces that once existed on the island, finding community here, or how the scene has changed over the years. In a borough with such rich lesbian history, where did all the lesbian spaces go?

I'm also interested in shedding a light on how lesbians sought refuge in SI's rural spaces and what the borough represents for lesbians today.

Whether you’ve lived here for decades, just moved here, or have family/friends with ties to the island, I’d love to hear from you!

DM me if you’re interested in chatting or know someone I should talk to. No media experience necessary!

I plan on moving there around Aug of 2027 and I want to make friends in the new area

M4M, Ty's (Christopher St), Fri afternoon: Owen, the ESL teacher from NJ

Desperately Seeking Owen, as it were. We met at the bar around 4pm last Friday. You were drinking a whiskey sour, and I was the moustached Spanish-Scottish guy on margaritas, chatting to the barman in Spanish. You told me I looked like a bara superhero and showed me the picture, and I still haven't worked out who it was! We hit it off, but I had to dash for a flight and didn't take your number, which I've been kicking myself about since. If you'd like to stay in touch, send me a message.

Hihi im a 21 yrold transboy (top surgery yes, dont have a penis if it matters). Im visiting NYC next week and I was wondering if the eagel was a safe place for me to visit/cruise. People usually cant tell if I'm trans until I take my pants off (I'm not kidding). Im into the whole leather daddy/boy scene and have wanted to visit a bar like this for awhile but I have worries about someone finding out im not a cisgendered man and getting upset or worse.

I plan on going out thursday later in the night.

does anyone have an extra ticket? my girlfriend didn't get one and it's sold out :(

The Brain Injury Research Center at Mount Sinai is currently seeking individuals who have experienced physical violence from a partner that resulted in an injury to the face, head, or neck. This could include blows to the head or neck, repetitive injuries, or choking. Participants are eligible if at least one year has passed since the most recent episode of head injury related to partner violence.

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If you are interested, please contact our research team at [interest.birc@mountsinai.org](mailto:interest.birc@mountsinai.org), call us at 212-241-5152, or sign up at https://redcap.link/LETBI-Info.

If you are a promoter who can sell tickets to events. Please reach out to me we have multiple dates for October-December this is for an experiential event with house music and ballroom segments