June is globally recognized as Pride month, a period dedicated to celebration, remembrance and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community. It can be a lively celebration of diversity and self-affirmation, encouraging people to promote equality, acceptance and respect for all. Friday is the anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, a pivotal event in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. It … Read more
Eric Selvey has probably been asked more than 31 times why the Pride Festival of Central PA is held in July instead of June. Selvey — who likens himself to Grover Cleveland because he’s serving his second stint as president — explains that it’s because they don’t want to compete for attendance with bigger Pride … Read more
Correction: Rainbow Rose Center’s name was incorrect in the original version of this story. For the last two years, many LGBTQ Pride celebrations in central Pennsylvania have been canceled or held online because of the coronavirus pandemic. This summer, LGBTQ organizations are gearing up for in-person celebrations. Continue Reading on WITF