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The City of Pasadena joins communities nationwide in recognizing LGBTQIA+ Pride Month throughout June with a comprehensive series of events honoring the LGBTQIA+ community and commemorating the Stonewall Uprising.
The historic Stonewall Uprising in 1969 began when a police raid at a New York City gay bar sparked days of protests and resistance from the LGBTQ+ community. This pivotal event is widely recognized as the catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement and is commemorated each June during Pride Month.
The programming reflects the city’s commitment to promoting equal justice and opportunity for LGBTQIA+ Americans.
Pride Month celebrates LGBTQIA+ contributions while memorializing the pivotal Stonewall Inn uprising in New York City, which marked a turning point in ending discriminatory laws against LGBTQIA+ people. Today, communities worldwide observe the month with events acknowledging the resilience and impact of LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Key events include “Queer Ecology” on Saturday, June 14, at 3 p.m. at Hill Avenue Branch Library, 55 S. Hill Ave., led by Certified California Naturalist Jason Wise. Registration: CityOfPasadena.Libwizard.com/f/Queer_Ecology_2025.
The Pride Month Celebration occurs Saturday, June 21, from 6—9 p.m. at City Hall, featuring live entertainment, crafts, face painting, and connections with local LGBTQIA+ organizations. Free admission; food available for purchase.
Literary programming includes “Pasadena Readers: Middlesex” on Monday, June 16, at 3 p.m. at Santa Catalina Branch Library, 999 E. Washington Blvd., and an online book group discussing “Fairest” Saturday, June 21, at 10:30 a.m. via Zoom for ages 50+. Registration: CityOfPasadena.net/Library/Calendar/.
Craft activities span multiple libraries: “Heart Felt Pride Garland” Thursday, June 12, at 2:30 p.m. at Santa Catalina; “Craft with Pride” Tuesday, June 17, at 11:30 a.m. at Jefferson Branch Library, 1500 E. Villa St.; and “Pride Crafternoon: Making Memories Mobile” Saturday, June 28, at 3 p.m. at Hill Avenue.
“Rainbow Families Storytime” concludes programming Friday, June 6, at 10:30 a.m. at Hill Avenue Branch Library for ages 4—8 and families.
All events are free unless noted. For information, contact the City Service Center by clicking here.
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