UPCOMING EVENTS
We try to keep this up to date, but inevitably some things change before it makes it to the website. For the latest information please visit our Canva Calendar. If you have any questions email Sara at svacin@glowout.org and someone will get back to you.
PRIDE FESTIVITIES
LGBTQ+ members of the GLOW region crave the opportunity to come together in a safe, uplifting space and to allow the greater community to express their support and appreciation. Moments of such radical inclusion, affirmation, and representation in our conservative, rural community can be life-changing to members all along the gender and sexual orientation spectrum. This show of love and appreciation empowers our LGBTQ+ community to be proud of who they are and to continue to be brave in an often scary or challenging world.
Additionally, pride festivals help to advance social acceptance by bringing awareness of the LGBTQ+ experience and culture to the community at large. A multitude of allies including individuals, families, churches, organizations, and corporations that participate in the event, whether through sponsorships or attendance, show visible support and connection. Whether a person has never met an openly LGBTQ+ person or they are one, we hope that you consider joining us in a variety of events that brings the community together for a wonderful cause.
INFO FROM PRIDE 2024
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS - Check back often as we're adding more each week!
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Friday, May 31: Livingston Pride Prep Party - Make signs, banners, and crafts for Pride!
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6 - 8 pm at First Presbyterian Church of Avon at 5605 E. Avon Lima Rd, Avon, NY 14414
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Free and open to the public. Dinner will be served.
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Geared to youth ages 12 to 18 but all are welcome to join!
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Saturday, June 1: Pride Opening Celebration​
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5:30 pm - Youth Led Flag Raising (location to be announced)​​​
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6 pm - Block Party at Batavia First Presbyterian Church on 300 E. Main Street in Batavia. Witness the crowning of the Royal Rainbow Court. All are welcome!​
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Friday, June 7 ​
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4 - 6 pm - Professional Happy Hour at GO ART! on 200 E. Main Street in Batavia. ​​
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5:30 - 7 pm - First Friday Art Show featuring Janna Willoughby-Lohr with LGBTQ+ Youth Exhibit at Eden Café and Bake Shop on 242 Ellicott Street in Batavia.
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Saturday, June 8: Pride Parade and Festival - Bring a chair and stay a while!​
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3 - 4 pm - Drag Queen Story Hour at Jackson Square (behind Eli Fish and Center Street) ​
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4 - 8 pm - Food Trucks and Vendor Fair on Jackson Street (across from Save-A-Lot)​
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4 pm - Parade Line Up on Liberty Street beside Batavia First Presbyterian Church (300 E. Main Street in Batavia)​
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5 pm - Parade Kick Off (see route below)​​​​​​
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6 - 10 pm - Pride Festival featuring Vivian Darling and our ROAR favorites at Jackson Square
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WANT TO BE MORE INVOLVED? SIGN UP TO HELP US!
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Volunteer Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/mfakPC58gcTfFW118
Parade Registration: https://forms.gle/KYrfRU2eNNVw6U3T6
Sponsorship Form (online): https://bit.ly/4bmy4hW
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Vendor or Non-Profit Tabling Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOECoQy7Jy0xwxub8XE6RH0Iu23TeCa5b_NjR7gL6O0ZUeQ/viewform
Check out our new, improved parade route, starting at Batavia First Presbyterian Church on 300 E. Main Street and ending at the festival site on Jackson Street! Featuring ample parking between the two locations and the entire route is just shy of being one mile long!
