On December 9th, our community came together for an afternoon of festive warmth in the middle of winter. Older LGBTQ+ adults from across the Twin Cities filled the room with laughter, connection, and the kind of joy that only happens when people show up for one another.
Live music from pianist Ethan Ostrow—generously sponsored by Right at Home—set the tone with a lush and festive sound. Each guest received a beautifully curated gift box thanks to Meet Minneapolis, and the food from Cossetta Eventi was nothing short of divine. (The cannolis? Let’s just say they were dangerously delicious and absolutely worth raving about.)
Gallery of Attendees Caught Being Fabulous
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If this gathering reminded you how essential community is, you’re invited to join us for our Let’s Do Lunch and Let’s Do Coffee programs—free, drop-in events for older LGBTQ+ adults to connect, socialize, and feel supported. Just show up, bring your beautiful self, and enjoy the company.
Thank You Sponsors & Supporters
This event was brought to life by Friends & Co with the support of our incredible sponsors: Right at Home, AARP Minnesota, Prime Timers, and Trellis, and supporters Meet Minneapolis, Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church, and Queermunity. Together, we created a space of welcome, warmth, and real belonging.
