The owner hopes this mutual aid model can encourage others to help those in need. Dausch, a singer, performer, and open mic host, said they envision a space where LGBTQ folks can listen to queer artists while perusing a free clothing rack, donating to a local food pantry, or grabbing fruit from their in-house community fridge. Attendees can expect live music from queer bands, including the owner’s band “Themme,” as well as flash tattoos and queer undercuts. on 37th Street and 31st Avenue in Astoria.
Kristin “Dave” Dausch, the owner and founder of Dave’s Lesbian Bar, will host a summer pop-up in partnership with the bar Heart of Gold on July 24 at 2 p.m.
A lesbian bar functioning partly as a music space and also as a mutual aid hub is heading to Astoria, Queens.
