Events, Opportunities, and Resources
Crafting Stories That Heal
storytelling workshop
Thursday, September 3, 6PM - 9PM
Gladys Books & Wine
Discover how to transform your dreams, challenges, and lived experiences into impactful narratives that connect and inspire. Led by the filmmakers and cast of The Wait, a new sapphic surrealist short film about a queer Caribbean couple who, on the morning of their final IVF attempt, are transported through ancestral portals of love, lineage, and healing.
If there’s a dream, calling, or possibility you’ve been waiting to bring to life, this space is for you. Bring a friend and join us!
Facilitated by:
The Wait Producer Nia Watenza
Featuring interactive conversations with:
The Wait Writer/Director Sekiya Dorsett
Tickets are available now!
$20 (min donation) includes facilitated storytelling workshop, journal, and pen.
The First 20 tickets sold will receive a free glass of wine courtesy of Gladys Books & Wine.
Gladys Books & Wine 306 Malcolm X Boulevard Brooklyn, NY 11223
"For The Love of BLACK WOMEN - ADULT Coloring Book", is an opportunity to celebrate creativity, good energy, and the beauty of Black Women. In addition to some familiar faces, this work includes illustrations and words that align with Black Women as well as WLW. ***CONTAINS ADULT MATERIAL***
The Blues black&white
THE BLUES black & white
Starring
Angel Milyon & The Blues Assassins with Noe Socha & Guest Vocalist Chaunice Chapman
The music and stories of the women and men who lived and sang the blues, from Ma Rainey and Billie Holiday to W C Handy, Muddy Waters and B. B. King. And songs from trailblazing superstars like Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Janis Joplin, Freddy Mercury and Tina Turner.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th7PM & 9:30PM
GET TICKETS HERE
PRODUCED BY SHADES OF TRUTH THEATRE AT
The Laurie Beechman Theatre
located in The West Bank Cafe
407 W 42nd St | Hell’s Kitchen | NYC
(212) 695-6909
To Be Discussed - Black Lesbian Book Social
To Be Discussed, Black Lesbian book social, hosted by Jayla and Etana, made its way to NYC in August. The initiative creates a space for black lesbians to be in community and connect over literature, art, film, and all around good vibes. For updates on events, follow them on IG @to.b.discussed
Mouth of Rain
Black Sapphic Collective in Philadelphia
Black Lesbian Collective centered on giving breath and life to the experiences of everyday Black Lesbians in Philadelphia. Our mission is to challenge the erasure of Black Lesbian political, and social life by providing programmatic, artistic, and material support to all Black Lesbians.
Niki Lopez is an award-winning Afro-Latina interdisciplinary visual artist, curator, and social practitioner based in South Florida. She is the founder of What’s Your Elephant™, a community-driven arts movement and nonprofit that creates spaces for dialogue, reflection, and creative expression around unspoken experiences.
Through her work, Niki blends visual storytelling, cultural programming, and community engagement—using art as a bridge for connection, awareness, and social impact.
We must support our own!!!
DONATE to initiatives led by this POWERFUL Artist.
WNBA Watch Parties June 11- Sept 18
at GLADYS Books & Wine
Monthly Collage Series + WNBA Watch Party with Fitted WBB,
the Living Lesbian Archive, For Them and Autostraddle
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the WNBA with Fitted WBB, the Living Lesbian Archive, For Them and Autostraddle at our monthly Collage Series Watch Party at Gladys
We'll create collages from archival sports and fashion magazines while the New York Liberty play the Minnesota Lynx culminating in a community archival magazine at the end of the season. All materials are provided.
Gladys Books & Wine
306 Malcolm X Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11223
Black Lesbian Archives
The Archives for Black Lesbian Grassroots Collectives that exist(ed) from the 70s-90s
The Archives for Black Lesbians to Build Community, Educate & Preserve Our Culture. For Black Lesbian Grassroots Collectives & Individuals that exist(ed) from the late 60s-90s. (Digital Based + Traveling In-Person Events)
Visit: BLACK LESBIAN
Living Lesbian Archive NYC Meetup
Living Lesbian Archive NYC
Arts and crafts monthly meetup for Black Lesbians
Henrietta Hudson ST.
438 Hudson St
Gladys Books & WIne - Grand Opening Announcement!
Gladys Books & Wine celebrated its grand opening on September 6th, 2025. This Black owned, Queer book store/wine bar is already a hot spot in Brooklyn, having served hundreds of members of the community on its first official day of business! Come enjoy great vibes, books, coffee, community driven events, and a wide array of exceptional wines. Follow Gladys Books & Wine on Instagram @gladysbooksbk and keep an eye out for postings that will bring culturally relevant programming, authors, and creatives to the space.
For more information, reach out to Gladys Books & WInes at, hello@gladysbooksandwine.com
Gladys Books & Wine
306 Malcolm X Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11223
The Free Black Women’s Library is a social art project that features a collection of over five thousand books written by Black women and Black non-binary writers, a free store, a period pantry, a virtual Reading Club, a weekly book swap, and a wide array of workshops and free public programs.
The Free Black Women’s Library, is located at
226 Marcus Garvey Boulevard
Brooklyn, NYC
Spotlight:
Mira Gandy
Mira Gandy, a distinguished visual artist, explores the intricate interplay of women, beauty, self-identity, and their convergence in media and culture through her captivating mixed media paintings, collages, photographs, and short films. Raised in the vibrant heart of New York City's Greenwich Village, Mira's artistic journey took her to the American University in Paris, France, and culminated in a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Southern California Roski School of Art and Design. Beyond her artistic creations, Mira has contributed significantly to the art discourse, authoring over 20 articles for the New York Beacon Newspaper spotlighting contemporary artists of color. In 2020, she ventured into filmmaking with "The First Time," a stop-motion animation film set in 1980s NYC, inspired by her youth, which garnered recognition at IndieFest Film Awards, Damn These Heels Queer Film Festival, and the Quest: International LGBTQ Film Festival. Mira's artistic endeavors extend to fostering accessibility and inclusivity in the arts. Amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic in May 2020, she established "The Gandy Art House," a non-profit providing free and low-cost visual, performance, and healing arts programs for Queer youth, families, and young artists of color. Notably, she collaborated with the Debbie Allen Dance Academy to offer the "Free to Be" program for Queer Youth. Her dedication to art as a therapeutic outlet has been spotlighted on WABC-TV’s “Here Now,” NY1, Sirius XM Radio, and Fox 5 TV, Good Day - Street Talk. A member of The LA Collective, Mira's art finds a home at the UCLA Ralph J. Bunche Center for African American Studies and the University of Southern California Office of Black Alumni Association.Mira Gandy, an out and proud lesbian, draws inspiration from her legendary Tony award-winning Broadway producer mother, Irene Gandy. “As a young woman embracing my identity as a lesbian, aspiring to be a visual artist, and finding solace in practicing SGI Nichiren Buddhism, having the unwavering support of my mother was pivotal. Her embrace of my authentic self empowered me. We must support the journey of our young people, empowering them to flourish in their truth and authenticity."
Astrology
for the Divine feminine
Virgo
Virgo Sistas! During this season, consistency is key. You have been masterful at showing up, making things happen, and producing results beyond expectation for everyone else. APPLY THIS TO YOURSELF! Show up for you. Believe in the ideas you want to turn into reality and follow through with the plans. Your willingness to do this on a regular basis will remove the obstacles that have kept you from your own growth.
Feature Story:
J. Moses Harper
In addition to being a 21 degree creative, specializing in art, dance, music, and literature, J. Moses Harper is the CEO of Rock Leadership Consulting, a company which provides coaching, outreach, and professional development services for a wide range of at risk youth, professionals, agencies, and community members. Originally from Harlem, Moses grew up in the South Bronx and began performing as a Michael Jackson tribute artist as a student at Bronx H.S. of Science. She later earned a BA in Music from SUNY Purchase, and has appeared on The Today Show, 106&Park, Madison Square Garden, B.B. King’s, as well as the legendary Apollo Theater in Harlem, where she earned the Super Top Dog champion title in 2011. She's done outreach as a motivational speaker, mentor and performer in NYC public schools, within the LGBTQ community’s faith based settings, as well as prison populations. In 2014 she released her memoir, “Call Me Moses”, and worked directly with incarcerated young adults in the NYC jail system for over 3 years during the COVID 19 pandemic. She's one of 12 artists featured at BLICK Art in Harlem during their 2021 “12 Art Beats” installation. Her artwork has been seen on Pix 11, NY1, NBC, CBS, ABC, and Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives. In 2021, Harper published her first calendar, “Celebrate Black 365”. Her second book, the first of a five book LGBT novel series entitled, "Wesley House Book 1 : Remington and Charmaine", was released in August 2022. "The Book of Love: Confessions of Love By Black Lesbians", a stage play she wrote, has been performed at The WOW Café Theater as well as in off broadway venues. Her stage play, "My Dad Ain't No Punk", was featured during OUT/PLAY's Summer Shorts 2026 Theatre Festival at The Chain Theatre in NYC.
Visit www.mosesharper.com
"Queen of The Knight"
by Moses Harper
30"X40" oil on canvas
"Women In Heavenly Love"
by Moses Harper
30"X40" oil on canvas
