The Stonewall Democrats of NYC are thrilled to invite you to our 2023 Winter Extravaganza! As always, come for a night of friends & festivity, as we prepare for the year ahead. Join us at Brass Monkey on Wednesday, Dec 5th to celebrate the season with LGBTQ politicos, friends, and allies.
Renew your SDNYC Membership for 2024 to get access to a three hour open bar. Non-members welcome as well with a cash bar.
More details to come!
In response to recent acts of anti-semitic and anti-muslim violence and hate in New York City, SDNYC unequivocally condemns violence, hate, racism, and xenophobia. With tensions high due to the upsetting and tragic conflict in Israel and Gaza, it is critical that we as New Yorkers continue to practice respect for all people, including those of different religions, ethnicities, national backgrounds, and other differences. As LGBTQ people, we know the harm of discrimination and intolerance, and urge all to practice respect for others, regardless of their opinions, real or perceived identity, or other differences.
Fall is here, and it's time to get in gear to elect pro-LGBTQ candidates to the City Council all across New York City. The general election is just weeks away - with early voting opening on Oct 28th, and Election Day Nov 7th. Help SDNYC's endorsed candidates win their races to send LGBTQ+ champions to the City Council, and boot homophobes from their seats!
See below for opportunities to help:
Marjorie Velázquez on Sat, Oct 21st
Tiffany Cabán on Sat, Oct 21st
Lynn Schulman on Sun, Oct 29th
Justin Brannan on Sun, Oct 29th
In addition, the Stonewall Democrats of NYC will have our next general meeting on Wednesday Oct. 25, where we'll help candidates for office with their campaigns.
Join Stonewall Democrats as we campaign to re-elect City Council Member Marjorie Velázquez
Date: Saturday, Oct 21
Time: 1:00pm
Location: 1952 Williamsburg Rd, The Bronx, NY, 10461
Join Stonewall Democrats, Lavender Line Democrats, Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas, and LGBTQ community leaders as we campaign to re-elect City Council Member Tiffany Cabán.
Date: Saturday, Oct 21
Time: 2:00pm
Location: Fresco's Cantina (12-14 31st Avenue, Astoria)
After canvassing, return to Fresco's to meet up and discuss community issues with Tiffany Cabán!
Join Stonewall Democrats and Lavender Line Democrats as we campaign to re-elect City Council Member Lynn Schulman.
Date: Sunday, Oct 29
Time: 12:00pm
Location: MacDonald Park (8720 Queens Blvd, Forest Hills, NY 11375)
Join Stonewall Democrats as we campaign to re-elect City Council Member Justin Brannan.
Date: Sunday, Oct 29
Time: 12:00pm
Location: 8009 5th Ave, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Join us Tuesday, September 26th at 8pm for SDNYC's September Meeting, where we'll discuss how the 'Summer of Labor' impacts and intersects with the LGBTQ Community. We are thrilled to be joined by special guest State Sen. Jessica Ramos, and a panel of representatives from unions and the labor movement. RSVP and see more on FB.
Club members will also discuss plans for the upcoming general elections, and priorities for the fall.
What: SDNYC September Meeting
Where: The Center (208 West 13th Street)
When: 8pm, Tuesday Sep. 26th
It is with deep sadness that we share that our friend, mentor, organizer, and former President Marty Algaze unexpectedly passed away on August 27th.
Marty was a powerhouse. As a founding member of the Stonewall Democratic Club, and a board member ever since, Marty was a leader in the LGBTQ movement, and helped paved the way for so many to be authentically themselves. He was a key part of a coalition of activists who helped us gain decades of progress, to ensure that, as Marty said to the New York Times in 1989, “Now we are so powerful politically. Everybody takes us seriously now. They may not like us, but they know we fight back.'' SDNYC joins with so many in deep appreciation of Marty's charm, insights, and knowledge. We will miss him terribly.
Marty’s family, friends, and SDNYC community came together for a celebration of Marty’s life on September 8th. We will continue to celebrate his life, and carry on his legacy by fighting for the LGBTQ community. If you would like to share a comment or memory, please post on this memorial website, and all are invited to read more about Marty's remarkable life and impact in Gay City News.
