What we’re about
Are you looking for new friends with similar values and world views? Hoping to build your LGBTQIA+ community in Connecticut? Then this is the group for you.
Primarily for folks in their 20's and 30's, Building the Rainbow is open to members of any gender, sexuality, and background. We hope to cultivate genuine, supportive friendships with other queer folks through monthly activities, from book crawls to arts and crafts nights and more. Events will take place across Connecticut and highlight small businesses and public spaces that make our state feel like home.
We can't wait to meet you!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Ethiopian Food: Group DinnerTeff Restaurant, Stamford, CT
Have you ever tried Ethiopian food before? If not, this is your chance to sample one of our favorite cuisines, which can be found right here in Connecticut at Teff in Stamford. Get ready to scoop up delicious curries with injera, a sourdough flatbread made with teff flour.
Ethiopian food is vegan and gluten-free friendly, so if you have dietary restrictions, we can easily accommodate you.
Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can be sure to save you a seat at the table. Carpools are available, as well as pickups from the Stamford train station. (Parking is limited, so we encourage you to coordinate rides with others!)
While alcohol is available, we kindly ask to keep this event substance-free to support those in recovery and keeping a sober space.
- Hot Pot DinnerHungry Pot, Danbury, CT
Have you wanted to try hot pot? Love this style of preparing your food at the table? Join us at Hungry Pot in Danbury, CT for a delicious dinner with friends.
Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can be sure to accommodate you.
Carpools available from the Hartford and Stamford/Norwalk areas, as well as pickups from the Danbury MetroNorth stop.
- Trip to Parkville MarketParkville Market, Hartford , CT
Hartford area people, it’s your turn to show us around. Join us for a group dinner at Parkville Market (a food hall) to try some of Connecticut’s best bites. Feel free to order as much or little as you like, or just come and enjoy the vibes.
Please note that seating can be limited, so we are capping the event at 15 attendees and may split into smaller groups to accommodate everyone. As such: RSVP as soon as possible!
