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Youth Party: Gaming Theme
March 25, 5:00-8:00 PM
NAGLY Salem
We'll have both video game and board game contests, food, snacks, and lots of fun!
Youth of middle school age to 23 are welcome.
New! Fashion & Textiles Club
Meets bi-weekly on Thursdays, 5:00-6:30 PM, starting on February 9
NAGLY Salem
See the calendar for the exact dates.
Materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own.
No experience necessary.
Youth of middle school age to 23 are welcome.
Facebook Group for Parents/Guardians of LGBTQ+ Youth in Communication
NAGLY has re-branded a Facebook group as a new resource group for parents/guardians of LGBTQ+ youth. There will be a Q&A section, guides, files, methods to connect to others, and the ability for parents to add their own materials as well. Videos and testimonials to come.
Join by clicking below. Be aware that an admin will need to approve your membership since it is a closed group. That approval may take some time.
Red Party III
Benefitting NAGLY
Saturday, April 22
VIP Admission, 6:30 PM
General Admission, 7:30 PM
Colonial Hall at Rockafellas, Salem
NAGLY is bringing the heat again this year with the latest iteration of its now (in)famous signature fundraising event. Hosted by Kris Knievel, a cast of drag performers will compete for the Red Party Crown. The winner will be chosen by party-goers. The night will also feature dancing until midnight to music by DJs Jimmy Tilt and Andrea Stamas, a dessert buffet, complimentary prosecco punch, a live and silent auction, and a cash bar. VIP ticket holders will be treated to passed tapas/small plates, complimentary wine, and a chance to mingle and get selfies with some of the performers.
This is a 21+ event.
Last year's Red Party sold out weeks in advance, so get your tickets today!
NAGLY Art Day
March 31, 3:00-5:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
A drop-in event for our youth to showcase their work, to work on new pieces, or just to see the incredible art!
Youth of middle school age to 23 are welcome.
Crafting with Pride Workshop
March 30, 6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
with guest artist Fernanda Lopez of La House
You know that feeling when Pride comes around, and you're stuck wishing you had all the buttons, glitter, flags, streamers, and more? The time has come for you to craft for Pride, a little bit early. This is the last of our Queer Open Studios workshops.
Youth of middle school age to 23 are welcome.
Self-Defense/De-Escalation Classes
Third Wednesday of every month, 6:00-7:00 PM
NAGLY in Salem
Open to youth aged middle school to 23 and parents
All classes will be taught by a professional with over 30 years in the field.
Programs
Click on an icon for more details about each program.
All programs are free, and there's no need to register or sign-up.
Youth Meeting
Tuesdays
5:30-6:30 PM Social Time
6:30-8:30 PM Meeting
NAGLY Salem
Ages 14-23
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Educators & Parents in Communication (E.P.I.C.)
This group is for parents, guardians, caregivers, and teachers of LGBTQ+ youth.
Third Monday of every month
6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Cape Ann NAGLY
Thursdays, 3:00-4:00 PM
Younity Center at 6 Elm St. in Gloucester.
Ages 14-23
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Voices: Empowerment-Centered Support Group for LGBTQ+ Youth
Last Thursday of every month, 5:30-6:45 PM
See the calendar for specific dates
NAGLY Salem
Ages 13-18
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
N-Tale
N-TALE is NAGLY's Training & Leadership Education Program. For more information, visit the
H.E.A.R.R.T.
The Healthcare Education And Risk Reduction Team (HEARRT) promotes individual and community wellbeing by providing healthcare education and risk reduction intervention.
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Transcendence
Fridays, 6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
Ages 14-23
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
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Little Rainbows
Little Rainbows is a group designed for youth between kindergarten and elementary school age.
Every other Wednesday
5:00-7:00 PM
Check the calendar for specific dates
NAGLY Salem
Parents/guardians must accompany youth to this group
Join the Facebook group by clicking here.
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Queer Adulting
A group specifically for ages 18-23
Every other Tuesday
6:30-8:30 PM
Check the calendar for exact dates.
NAGLY Salem
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Heatlh Consultations
Counseling by YWCA Rape Crisis Staff
Ages 14 and up
At NAGLY Salem
Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 PM
Tuesdays, 4:00-6:30 PM
At Younity (6 Elm St. Gloucester)
Thursdays, 1:00-5:00 PM
Tutoring Clinic
NAGLY Salem
For help with homework or projects
For ages middle school to 23
Building Relationships Better
Building Relationships Better is a partnership between the YWCA North Shore Rape Crisis Center and NAGLY. For more information, visit our programs page.
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Middle School Group
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM
NAGLY Salem
For youth in middle school
For more information or if you have questions, click here
NAGLY Lynn
First Thursday of each month
5:00-8:0 PM
Demakes Family YMCA
40 Neptune Blvd. in Lynn
Ages 13-23
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
NAGLY North
First and third Wednesdays of each month
5:30-7:00 PM
Newburyport Senior Center at 331 High St., 2nd Floor, in Newburyport
For students in grades 6-12 who identify as LGBTQ+. Youth can be from any city or town.
For more information or if you have questions, click here.
Clubs
Art Club
Biweekly on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00 PM, see the calendar for exact dates
Book Club:
Last Friday of every month, 3:30 PM
Dungeons & Dragons: Mondays, 4:30-6:00 PM; for ages 11-14 for the first campaign; contact Cody@nagly.org to sign up or with questions
Fashion & Upcycling: Biweekly on Thursdays, 5:00-6:30 PM, see the calendar for exact dates, no experience necessary, materials provided or bring your own
Mindfulness & Yoga: Sundays,12:00 PM, no experience necessary, mats provided
Poetry Club:
First Friday of every month, 3:30 PM
Pokemon Training Academy Club:
Biweekly on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00 PM, see the calendar for exact dates
All clubs take place at NAGLY Salem.
Drop-In Hours
Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM
Wednesdays, 3:00-5:00 PM
Fridays, 3:00-8:00 PM
NAGLY Salem
Stop in and hang out
For youth aged middle school to 23
Case Management
Get support with employment, mental health resources, housing insecurity, education, employment, applying to college, or other personal goals.
Currently on hold.
Reach out to Tony@nagly.com if you need a referral.
NAGLY Salem
Events
Mon, Mar 27NAGLY Salem
Tue, Mar 28NAGLY Salem
Thu, Mar 30NAGLY SalemMar 30, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMNAGLY Salem, 2 East India Square, Witch City Mall #121, Salem, MA 01970, USAwith guest artist Fernanda Lopez of La House You know that feeling when Pride comes around, and you're stuck wishing you had all the buttons, glitter, flags, streamers, and more? The time has come for you to craft for Pride, a little bit early. Youth aged middle school to 23 are welcome.
Fri, Mar 31NAGLY Salem
Mon, Apr 03NAGLY Salem
Tue, Apr 04NAGLY Salem
Wed, Apr 05NAGLY Salem
Thu, Apr 06DeMakes Family YMCA
Mon, Apr 10NAGLY Salem
Tue, Apr 11NAGLY Salem
Wed, Apr 19NAGLY Salem
Wed, Apr 19NAGLY SalemApr 19, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMNAGLY Salem, 2 East India Square, Witch City Mall #121, Salem, MA 01970, USAThis self-defense/de-escalation class is one in a workshop series occurring on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:))pm. We welcome youth (aged middle school to 23), parents/guardians, and our staff. All classes will be taught by a professional with over 30 years in the field.
Sat, Apr 22Colonial Hall at RockafellasApr 22, 7:30 PM – 11:50 PMColonial Hall at Rockafellas, 227 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USAJoin us for NAGLY's signature fundraising event. Hosted by Kris Knievel, a cast of drag performers will compete for the Red Party Crown. The night will also feature dancing, a dessert buffet, prosecco punch, a live and silent auction, and a cash bar. Click "more info" for details and to get tickets
Mon, Apr 24NAGLY Salem- Wed, May 17NAGLY SalemMay 17, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMNAGLY Salem, 2 East India Square, Witch City Mall #121, Salem, MA 01970, USAThis self-defense/de-escalation class is one in a workshop series occurring on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:))pm. We welcome youth (aged middle school to 23), parents/guardians, and our staff. All classes will be taught by a professional with over 30 years in the field.
- Wed, Jun 21NAGLY SalemJun 21, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMNAGLY Salem, 2 East India Square, Witch City Mall #121, Salem, MA 01970, USAThis self-defense/de-escalation class is one in a workshop series occurring on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:00-7:))pm. We welcome youth (aged middle school to 23), parents/guardians, and our staff. All classes will be taught by a professional with over 30 years in the field.