The Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center

06/05/2026

LGBTQIA+ Movies to Stream with Pride on Netflix
Nuanced dramas, crime thrillers, sweeping romances, cackle-inducing comedy specials, and crucial documentaries

Top-rated LGBTQ+ movies streaming right now include:

Rustin: A biographical drama directed by George C. Wolfe, highlighting the life of the openly gay civil rights leader Bayard Rustin
Single All the Way: A festive, feel-good romantic comedy following a man who convinces his best friend to pose as his boyfriend for the holidays.

Your Name Engraved Herein: Taiwan's highest-grossing LGBTQIA+ film, capturing the magic and heartbreak of first love amidst the political chaos of the late 1980s.

The Half of It: A heartfelt teen rom-com centering on a shy Chinese-American student who writes love letters for the school jock, only to fall for the same girl.Good Grief: Directed by and starring Dan Levy, this poignant comedy-drama navigates the messy journey of loss, friendship, and self-discovery in Paris.

The Prom: A vibrant, star-studded musical comedy about a group of Broadway stars descending on a small Indiana town to support a teen fighting for the right to bring her girlfriend to prom.

Nuovo Olimpo: A sweeping Italian romance by director Ferzan Özpetek, following two men in the 1970s who are separated by a chance event and spend decades yearning to reunite.

The Boys in the Band: A sharp, emotional ensemble film based on the acclaimed play, set in 1968 at a birthday party for a group of gay men.

Cobalt Blue: A tender, beautifully shot Indian drama about a brother and sister living in a conservative household who both fall for the same mysterious paying guest.

Nimona: An animated, visually stunning sci-fi/fantasy adventure featuring a q***r knight and a shape-shifting sidekick, rich with themes of identity and acceptance.

10DANCE :Two dancers, opposites in all but their art, agree to train together for a competition. At first, they clash, but soon become drawn to each other.

The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson
Filmmakers re-examine the 1992 death of transgender legend Marsha P. Johnson, who was found floating in the Hudson River. Originally ruled a su***de, many in the community believe she was murdered.

Fear Street Part One: 1994 throught Fear Street Part Three: 1666
After a series of brutal slayings, a group of teenagers take on an evil force that has plagued their notorious town for centuriesIn the cursed town of Shadyside, a killer's murder spree terrorizes Camp Nightwing and turns a summer of fun into a gruesome fight for survival.Thrust back to 1666, Deena learns the truth about Sarah Fier. Back in 1994, the friends fight for their lives — and Shadyside’s future.

06/05/2026

New York City’s Pride Month features hundreds of events, anchored by the iconic NYC Pride March on June 28 at 12:00 p.m. NYC PRIDE. The parade kicks off at 25th Street and 5th Avenue in the Flatiron District, travels past the historic Stonewall Inn, and disperses near 16th Street and 7th Avenue NYC PRIDE.

Youth Pride: On June 27, this empowering event returns to Pier 16 and 17 at the South Street Seaport NYC PRIDE.

Local NYC Hikes & Arts: Ranger-led "Pride Colors in Nature" walks take place in Staten Island NYC Tourism Pride Guide, alongside local nightlife gatherings and historic walking tours across Manhattan NYC Tourism Pride Guide.

Daytime EventsPINK x Tony’s Drag Brunch: Enjoy performances celebrating P!nk and the Tonys at Champagne Problems (Bowery, Manhattan) starting at 12:00 PM.Pride Family Picnic: Bring your loved ones and celebrate community at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine.
Pride Colors Swatches in Nature: Head to Brookfield Park in Staten Island at 11:00 AM to identify the colors of the rainbow flag in the local flora and fauna, hosted by the Urban Park Rangers.
Evening Events & NightlifeLivecode.nyc Presents Corrupted Disco Sector: Catch an audio-visual electronic set celebrating q***r music history at Wonderville in Brooklyn, starting at 8:00 PM.Movie Night: Bend It Like Beckham: Grab a blanket for this family-friendly outdoor movie at Randall's Island Park, beginning at 8:00 PM.
Core NYC Pride Events (Main Weekend)NYC Pride March: Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM. The march steps off from 26th Street and 5th Avenue, passes the Stonewall Inn, and disperses near 15th Street and 7th Avenue.PrideFest: Sunday, June 28, 2026 (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM). The U.S.'s largest LGBTQIA+ street fair, featuring live performers, food, and vendors, taking place on 4th Avenue between 8th and 14th Streets.Youth Pride: Saturday, June 27, 2026. A block-party style celebration designed for LGBTQIA+ and ally teenagers, held at the South Street Seaport.The D**e March: Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Starts at Bryant Park at 5:00 PM and ends at Washington Square Park.Borough & Neighborhood EventsQueens Pride Parade & Festival: Sunday, June 7, 2026.Brooklyn Pride: Week-long affair running from June 8 to June 13, 2026, featuring a twilight parade on June 13.Da Bronx Pride Festival: Saturday, June 20, 2026.Harlem Pride: Saturday, June 27, 2026.Ticketed & Specialized EventsIconic Pride (Cathedral of Saint John the Divine): Highlights include the "Pride Eve" event with music and illuminated rainbow lights.Pride Family Picnic: Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral Gardens.ALEGRIA PRIDE: A two-day multi-venue dance and afterhours party at 99 Scott and 74 Wythe in Brooklyn on June 28 and 29, 2026.

06/05/2026

What if the next thing that inspires you is something you've never tried before?
A new hobby.
A new creative outlet.
A new community.
A new way to support your wellness.
On June 25th, we're opening the doors to something different.
SHOWCASE! is your opportunity to experience the groups, workshops, and creative spaces that make the Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center a place where healing, creativity, and connection come together every day.
Explore art, music, writing, mindfulness, discussion groups, and wellness experiences. Meet facilitators. Connect with community members. Discover what speaks to you.
Most importantly, help shape what comes next.
We're not just showcasing what we currently offer—we're inviting you into the conversation about what our community wants to see in the future.
Whether you're looking to meet new people, explore a creative interest, strengthen your wellness journey, or simply see what we're all about, this event was designed with you in mind.
Discover something new.
Share your ideas.
Find your community.
Be part of what's next.
June 25
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center
882 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Free. Open to all. No membership required.
Because healing doesn't happen alone.
It happens in community.

06/04/2026

Some voices didn't just write poetry.
They challenged norms.
They documented history.
They gave language to lives that were often pushed to the margins.
On June 9th, join us for Gay Poets of the 60's & 70's, a community conversation celebrating the writers whose words helped shape LGBTQIA+ culture, identity, visibility, and liberation.
Together, we'll explore the lives, work, and lasting influence of groundbreaking poets including voices from the Harlem Renaissance, the Gay Liberation Movement, and beyond.
Through poetry, discussion, and reflection, we'll examine how art became a form of resistance, self-expression, healing, and community building.
Whether you're a poetry enthusiast, history lover, writer, artist, advocate, or simply curious to learn more, this gathering offers an opportunity to connect with stories that continue to resonate today.
Because sometimes understanding where we are begins with listening to the voices that helped get us here.
Gay Poets of the 60's & 70's
June 9
1:00 PM
Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center
882 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Free. Open to all.
Come discover the power of poetry to inspire, challenge, and connect.

06/02/2026

What if making connections was easier than making small talk?
What if community felt less like networking and more like belonging?
On June 11th, we're turning the traditional experience on its head.
Community Clubbing: LGBTIQA+ Pride in Our Mental Health Resource Party is where celebration meets connection, wellness meets community, and resources meet real people.
Expect music.
Expect conversation.
Expect good vibes.
But most importantly, expect opportunities to meet people who understand the value of showing up as your authentic self.
Whether you're looking to make new friends, celebrate Pride, strengthen your wellness journey, or simply spend time in a welcoming and affirming environment, Community Clubbing was designed with you in mind.
It's all about connection.
Belonging.
Community.
And knowing you're not alone.
Join us for an afternoon of:
🌈 Pride Celebration
🎶 Music & Positive Energy
🤝 Community Connections
💬 Mental Health Resources
✨ Creativity & Self-Expression
❤️ A Safe and Affirming Space
No pressure.
No expectations.
Just community.
📅 June 11
🕕 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center
882 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Free. Open to all.
Because healing happens in relationships.
And community starts with a simple hello.

06/02/2026

Not everyone finds healing the same way.
For some, it's through music.
For others, it's through conversation.
Through art.
Through community.
Through simply finding a place where they belong.
This June, the Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center is creating opportunities to explore all of the above.
Whether you're interested in poetry, film, robotics, creativity, wellness, community celebrations, or discovering something completely new, there's a place for you here.
Join us throughout the month for:
🌈 Gay Poets of the 60's & 70's
Celebrate groundbreaking LGBTQIA+ voices whose words helped shape culture and history.
🎬 Movie Matinee Days
Grab some popcorn, relax, and enjoy an afternoon of film and community.
🪩 Community Clubbing: LGBTIQA+ Pride in Our Mental Health Resource Party
A unique blend of connection, celebration, resources, music, and community pride.
🤖 Inventibotz Robotics Workshop
Explore STEM, coding, technology, and creativity in a supportive environment for all skill levels.
🎨 Healing Arts Experience
Experience creativity and wellness through Candle Making, Sound Meditation & Drum Circle, Improv, Creative Writing, and Mindful Support.
✨ SHOWCASE! Creativity in Community
Explore the groups and workshops currently offered at the center, meet facilitators, share your ideas, and help shape future programming.
At Isaac Brown, we believe healing can happen through creativity, connection, learning, and shared experiences.
You don't need experience.
You don't need a referral.
You don't need a membership.
Just bring your curiosity.
Isaac Brown Healing Arts & Community Center
882 3rd Avenue, 10 Floor Room 10-10-SW2 Brooklyn, NY
All are welcome.
Because community isn't something you watch.
It's something you participate in.

05/23/2026

What is Dr. Philippe Pinel famous for? "The father of modern psychiatry".

Philippe Pinel (French: ; 20 April 1745 – 25 October 1826) was a French physician, precursor of psychiatry and incidentally a zoologist. He was instrumental in the development of a more humane psychological approach to the custody and care of psychiatric patients, referred to today as moral therapy. He worked for the abolition of the shackling of mental patients by chains and, more generally, for the humanisation of their treatment. He also made notable contributions to the classification of mental disorders and has been described by some as "the father of modern psychiatry".

After the French Revolution, Dr. Pinel changed the way we look at the mentally ill (or "aliénés", "alienated" in English) by claiming that they can be understood and cured. An 1809 description of a case that Pinel recorded in the second edition of his textbook on insanity is regarded by some as the earliest evidence for the existence of the form of mental disorder later known as dementia praecox or schizophrenia, although Emil Kraepelin is generally accredited with its first conceptualisation.

As the "father of modern psychiatry", he was credited with the first classification of mental illnesses. He had a great influence on psychiatry and the treatment of the alienated in Europe and the United States.

What if the "madness" we feared was actually a cry for help? Discover the dramatic and celebrated life of Philippe Pinel, the visionary physician who transfo...

05/23/2026

World Schizophrenia Day (also known as World Schizophrenia Awareness Day) is observed annually on May 24th. The global observance aims to raise public awareness about the complex brain disorder, debunk harmful myths, and advocate for better access to mental health resources and care.
How to Observe World Schizophrenia Day
Read about schizophrenia
There are wonderful resources with a bunch of information online. The best way to raise awareness is to be informed.

Talk to friends about it
Sometimes all the knowledge we have isn’t the same as other people’s. So, get your friends together and tell them what you know!

Volunteer at a psychiatric ward
If you really want to learn more about schizophrenia, why not volunteer to help at a psychiatric ward or mental health facility? There is no better learning than that which is experiential.