🎄💃 Holiday Drag Brunch Extravaganza! 💃🎄

The holidays are here, and we're turning up the festive fun with a fabulous Holiday Drag Brunch—all in support of Keene Pride! 🌈✨

📅 When: Sunday, December 8th
📍 Where: Fireworks Restaurant
🕙 Showtimes: 10 AM & 1 PM

Get ready for a morning full of glitz, glamour, and holiday cheer as we bring you show-stopping performances from:
👠 Miss Ginger Soulless
🍸 Glamme Chowdah
👑 Onyx Reigns
🍷 Spike Da Punch

🎟️ Tickets: $50
Includes:
🍳 A mouthwatering full buffet brunch
🍹 A festive mimosa (or non-alcoholic option)
💃 And of course, an unforgettable show that’ll sleigh your holiday spirit!

Come for the brunch, stay for the queens, and leave with a heart full of joy and pride. Don’t miss out on the most fabulous fundraiser of the season!

🎟️ Reserve your tickets today!

#KeenePride #HolidayDragBrunch #DragBrunchMagic #SupportLGBTQ+ #FireworksRestaurant #HolidayFun

The Trans Community Support group is a collaboration of trans and non-binary community members that want to provide a safe and supportive space to those who identify as trans, non-binary, and trans-questioning folks in the Monadnock region. We will be meeting once a month either on the third or fourth Friday of that month.. Here, we will gather in solidarity together as trans (and questioning) community to be with one another and discuss topics that uniquely affect the trans community. For the safety of all members of the group, you must register first to attend meetings.

Meet at the Colony Room, off of the Hive at Hannah Grimes Marketplace, 25 Roxbury Street. All are welcome!

A searing and earnest horror debut about the demons the queer community faces in America, the price of keeping secrets, and finding the courage to burn it all down.

They’ll scare you straight to hell.

Welcome to Neverton, Montana: home to a God-fearing community with a heart of gold.

Nestled high up in the mountains is Camp Damascus, the self-proclaimed “most effective” gay conversion camp in the country. Here, a life free from sin awaits. But the secret behind that success is anything but holy.

246 pages
9 hrs and 10 mins
First published July 18, 2023

Keene Pride Book Club books are stocked at Bull Moose in Keene, and are part of BullMoose's own Book Club, where each purchase will earn you a stamp towards a free book!

#Horror #LGBT #Queer #Fiction #Adult #Thriller #Fantasy #Audiobook #Contemporary #Lesbian

Meet at the Colony Room, off of the Hive at Hannah Grimes Marketplace, 25 Roxbury Street. All are welcome!

A transgender teen finds an escape from the expectations and anxieties of his daily life in the world of street fashion in this personal, heartfelt story from a transgender manga creator.

AT THE SEAMS

High schooler Ryo knows he’s transgender, but he doesn’t have anyone to confide in about the confusion he feels. He can’t tell his best friend, who he’s secretly got a crush on, and he can’t tell his mom, who’s constantly asking why Ryo “dresses like a boy.” He certainly can’t tell Jin, the new transfer student who looks like just another bully… The only time Ryo feels at ease is when he’s wearing his favorite clothes. Then, and only then, the world melts away, and he can be his true self. One day, while out shopping, Ryo sees someone he didn’t expect: Jin. The kid who looked so tough in class has the same taste in fashion as him! At last, Ryo has someone he can open up to—and the journey ahead might finally give him a way to express himself to the world.

243 pages
First published July 6, 2020

Keene Pride Book Club books are stocked at Bull Moose in Keene, and are part of BullMoose's own Book Club, where each purchase will earn you a stamp towards a free book!

#Graphic Novels #Manga #Comics #LGBT #Queer #YoungAdult #Contemporary #Fiction #Transgender #SliceOfLife

This group is designed for transgender individuals and folk finding their gender identity to have a space where they can share their transitioning experiences and reflect together. A place made by trans folk, for trans folk.
Please note: While we appreciate allies and all who support us, we request this space be reserved for those who feel their identity fits under the trans umbrella.
To maintain the safety of the group, if you would like to attend our next meeting, you MUST register first. Click here: https://www.keenepride.org/transsupport

Join us for a delightful day in the park at the Keene Pride Family Picnic!

Bring your loved ones and celebrate Keene Pride Week with a family-friendly picnic in the beautiful Robin Hood Park. It's a perfect opportunity to enjoy great food, fun games, and fantastic company in a safe and welcoming environment.

Date: Saturday, 9/14
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Robin Hood Park, Keene, NH

We'll have activities for all ages, including face painting, lawn games, and a special storytime for the little ones. Pack your favorite picnic treats, bring a blanket, and soak up the joy and love of our vibrant community.

Let's come together to celebrate love, acceptance, and the beauty of diversity! We can't wait to see you there!

#KeenePrideFamilyPicnic #KeenePrideWeek #FamilyFriendly #LGBTQ #LoveIsLove#Community #KeeneNH

Get ready for a spooky-fabulous dance party like no other during Keene Pride Week! Join us at Madame Sherri's on Friday, September 13th, at 8 PM for a night of electrifying music, vibrant vibes, and all the pride! 🖤✨

What to expect:
🕸️ Killer dance tunes
🕷️ Fabulous costumes (optional but encouraged!)
👻 Thrilling atmosphere

Let's turn Friday the 13th into a celebration of love, acceptance, and community. Whether you're dressed to scare or just there to dance, everyone is welcome!

Location: Madame Sherri's, Downtown Keene
Time: 8 PM

Don't miss out on the party of the year—it's going to be a scream!

Join us for the Shadow & Soul Sober Social!

Celebrate Keene Pride Week in style with a night of fun, connection, and sobriety! Come to the Shadow & Soul Emporium on Thursday, 9/12, at 6 PM and enjoy a vibrant evening filled with:

Great company
Teas & delicious treats
Creative activities

Whether you're looking for a safe space to connect with others or simply want to enjoy a sober evening out, this event is for YOU! Let's make memories and celebrate Pride together in a positive and inclusive environment.

Location: Shadow & Soul Emporium
Date & Time: Thursday, 9/12, at 6 PM

See you there! #SoulAndShadowSoberSocial #KeenePrideWeek #SoberFun#CelebratePride

Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes at the Keene Pride Week Karaoke Night!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and pride at Yahso Jamaican Grille. Whether you're a karaoke pro or just love to sing along, this is your chance to shine on stage and show off your vocal talents. It's going to be a night filled with fun, friends, and fabulous vibes!

Date: Wednesday, September 11th
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Yahso Jamaican Grille, Keene, NH

Come and celebrate Keene Pride Week with a night of incredible performances and community spirit. Enjoy delicious Jamaican cuisine, cheer on your fellow singers, and maybe even take the mic yourself!

Let's make it a night to remember! Can't wait to see you there!

#KeenePrideWeek #KaraokeNight #YahsoJamaicanGrille #LGBTQ #SingYourHeartOut#KeeneNH #Pride2024

Do you want to perform?

🌈✨ Get ready for a night of fabulous fun at Keene Pride Week 2024! ✨🌈

🎉 Join us for Drag Me To The Stage, an amateur drag night where anyone can strut their stuff and unleash their inner diva! Whether you're a seasoned performer or trying drag for the first time, this is your chance to shine. Hosted by the one and only Miss Ginger Soulless, it's going to be a night full of fierce looks, jaw-dropping performances, and non-stop entertainment. 💄💃

Come out and support your local drag community, cheer on the performers, and enjoy a night of glitter, glam, and good vibes. Let's celebrate love, diversity, and self-expression together! 🎤💖

#KeenePrideWeek #DragMeToTheStage #MissGingerSoulless #DragNight #LGBTQ #Pride2024 #KeeneNH

Soundbite Drop-In Session

Monday, September 9, 2024

2:00pm-6:00pm

Historical Society of Cheshire County

246 Main Street, Keene, NH

LGBTQIA+ people in the Monadnock region are invited to come to the Historical Society of Cheshire County, 246 Main Street, Keene, to record their answers to one of three prompts:

●      Tell a story about a time when you felt proud to be LGBTQIA+.

●      Tell a story about growing up in this region as an LGBTQIA+ person.

●      Tell a story about a meaningful relationship you’ve had and how it shaped your experience as an LGBTQIA+ person.

You’ll be among the first to try out the Society’s new oral history studio at 246 Main Street in Keene. Your thoughts will be preserved in the museum archives as a way of capturing local  LGBTQIA+ history and culture.

Reserve your recording time slot here: https://hsccnh.org/2024/06/28/voices-of-pride/

Please note that all storytellers must be 16 or older to participate.

Soundbites may be used in the creation of a promotional video that will support the historical society’s upcoming project, Voices of Pride: Preserving LGBTQIA+ Oral Histories in the Monadnock Region.

For more information about the project: https://hsccnh.org/2024/06/28/voices-of-pride/

This event is held as part of Keene Pride Week and has support from New Hampshire Humanities, Keene Pride, and the Putnam Foundation.

Get ready to hit play and rewind because “It's Britney..." is coming to Keene, NH to kick off Keene Pride Week in style! This spectacular tribute show features some of the fiercest drag queens from RuPaul's Drag Race, including Megami and Jax, plus Legendary Drag Super Star Miss Sherry Vine and Dragula's La Zavaleta channeling the one and only pop princess herself, Britney Spears.

From "Baby One More Time" to "Toxic" and everything in between, these queens will have you dancing in your seat and singing along to all of Britney's iconic hits. With flawless choreography, stunning costumes, and spot-on lip-syncing, (and some live singing too!) they will transport you to a world of glitter, glamour, and pure pop perfection.

So grab your friends, put on your best Britney-inspired outfit, and get ready for a night of non-stop entertainment and nostalgia. It's Britney….

Directed by Adam Toepfer and Daniel Gold

This is an all-original production for Keene Pride.

Meet at the Colony Room, off of the Hive at Hannah Grimes Marketplace, 25 Roxbury Street. All are welcome!

Patrick, or Gay Uncle Patrick (GUP, for short), has always loved his niece, Maisie, and nephew, Grant. That is, he loves spending time with them when they come out to Palm Springs for weeklong visits, or when he heads home to Connecticut for the holidays. But in terms of caretaking and relating to two children, no matter how adorable, Patrick is honestly a bit out of his league.

So when tragedy strikes and Maisie and Grant lose their mother and Patrick’s brother has a health crisis of his own, Patrick finds himself suddenly taking on the role of primary guardian. Despite having a set of “Guncle Rules” ready to go, Patrick has no idea what to expect, having spent years barely holding on after the loss of his great love, a somewhat-stalled career, and a lifestyle not-so-suited to a six- and a nine-year-old. Quickly realizing that parenting—even if temporary—isn’t solved with treats and jokes, Patrick’s eyes are opened to a new sense of responsibility, and the realization that, sometimes, even being larger than life means you’re unfailingly human.

326 pages
11 hrs and 23 mins
First published May 25, 2021

Keene Pride Book Club books are stocked at Bull Moose in Keene, and are part of BullMoose's own Book Club, where each purchase will earn you a stamp towards a free book!

#Fiction #LGBT #Contemporary #Humor #Adult #Queer #Family #Romance

Meet at the Colony Room, off of the Hive at Hannah Grimes Marketplace, 25 Roxbury Street. All are welcome!

D’Vaughn and Kris have six weeks to plan their dream wedding.

Their whole relationship is fake.

Instant I Do could be Kris Zavala’s big break. She’s right on the cusp of really making it as an influencer, so a stint on reality TV is the perfect chance to elevate her brand. And $100,000 wouldn’t hurt, either.

D’Vaughn Miller is just trying to break out of her shell. She’s sort of neglected to come out to her mom for years, so a big splashy fake wedding is just the excuse she needs.

All they have to do is convince their friends and family they’re getting married in six weeks. If anyone guesses they’re not for real, they’re out. Selling their chemistry on camera is surprisingly easy, and it’s still there when no one else is watching, which is an unexpected bonus. Winning this competition is going to be a piece of wedding cake.

But each week of the competition brings new challenges, and soon the prize money’s not the only thing at stake. A reality show isn’t the best place to create a solid foundation, and their fake wedding might just derail their relationship before it even starts.

336 pages
8 hrs 47 mins
First published January 25, 2022

Keene Pride Book Club books are stocked at Bull Moose in Keene, and are part of BullMoose's own Book Club, where each purchase will earn you a stamp towards a free book!

This event has been canceled. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Register Here

Registration is not required, but it helps us guage attendance. This event is completely FREE.

Joyful Binding: How to size for, try on, and alter a chest binder so it fits YOU!

Join Eli Coughlin-Galbraith, co-owner and head tailor of Shapeshifters Apparel, in a workshop to find, alter, and co-create your perfect chest binder. Bring your binders that don't quite fit. Bring your hopes and dreams for binding with comfort and style. Bring your whole selves, 'cause we're going to make the binder fit your life, not the other way around.

Since 2014 Shapeshifters has led the way for fashionable, size-inclusive, gender affirming undergarments. From its start on a shared Etsy store in a living room in Brooklyn, Shapeshifters has grown into its own studio in southern Vermont that employs four people and has customers all over the world. They offer the largest range of skin tones available on the market, the largest size range, and the widest style range out there.

Shapeshifters has been featured in multiple media outlets including the Out in the Open Radio Hour, both Brattleboro, VT newspapers (The Reformer and The Commons), The Rainbow Times’ Trans Headlines, Vermont Innovator Magazine, and online publications including Autostraddle, ComfyFat, The Lingerie Addict, and Buzzfeed. You can even find them in fanfic on Archive Of Our Own!

The event will be held at Hannah Grimes Marketplace on Thursday July 18th from 6-8PM. The event is free and in person, with a virtual option available.

Come as you are. In person or on zoom, via the link below.

https://zoom.us/j/92541262489?pwd=HuF1hjaQN7rhtA8t0VzOxLghqY0gAr.1

Meet at the Colony Room, off of the Hive at Hannah Grimes Marketplace, 25 Roxbury Street. All are welcome!

Running with Scissors is the true story of a boy whose mother (a poet with delusions of Anne Sexton) gave him away to be raised by her unorthodox psychiatrist who bore a striking resemblance to Santa Claus. So at the age of twelve, Burroughs found himself amidst Victorian squalor living with the doctor’s bizarre family, and befriending a pedophile who resided in the backyard shed. The story of an outlaw childhood where rules were unheard of, and the Christmas tree stayed up all year round, where Valium was consumed like candy, and if things got dull an electroshock- therapy machine could provide entertainment. The funny, harrowing and bestselling account of an ordinary boy’s survival under the most extraordinary circumstances.

336 pages
7 hrs and 37 mins
First published July 10, 2002

Keene Pride Book Club books are stocked at Bull Moose in Keene, and are part of BullMoose's own Book Club, where each purchase will earn you a stamp towards a free book!

Click here to learn more.

Register Here

Registration is not required, but it helps us guage attendance. This event is completely FREE.

This event is also available on Zoom using the following link: For the Pride Month edition of the Adult Queer Sex Ed Series, we bring you a very special guest with a workshop that embodies the core mission of this entire series - how to love your full and whole self. Throughout this series, we have aimed to empower you with knowledge, dissolve shame and facilitate embodiment and self assurance through different workshops surrounding sexual health. This month, we bring you a workshop on loving your own, aging queer body.

What does aging mean for us as LGBTQ+ older adults? Many of us are critical about our bodies, and it affects us sexually. For all of us who have ever felt too fat, too short, too dark, too light, too curly, too straight, too tall, too small breasted, too big assed, too big bellied, too ANYTHING – your body is beautiful. Join Dr. Jane Fleishman as we talk about loving our queer bodies as we age. She’ll give practical tips, recommendations, and resources that can help you start loving your aging queer body today.

"Loving Your Queer Body" is brought to us by renowned PhD-trained sexuality educator Jane Fleishman, author of "The Stonewall Generation" and speaker of the TedX talk "Is it OK for Grandma to Have Sex".

This FREE workshop will be held in person at Hannah Grimes Center on Thursday, June 20th at 6pm. Join us in person or virtually through zoom.

Come as you are. In person or on zoom, via the link below.

Join this workshop on Zoom with the link below.

https://zoom.us/j/98513956596?pwd=16sET7RWcGe2LVCxxRXnwQ28ytbVCx.1