Hello Matadors! Celebrate Pride Month with the Oviatt Library during the month of June! The “month-long celebration demonstrates how Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Americans have strengthened our country, by using their talent and creativity to help create awareness and goodwill” (Library of Congress). There are several ways Matadors can participate. We invite you to explore the books on display in the Library Learning Commons that feature influential works associated with the LGBTQIA+ experience and legacy. Come in and check out these books any time.
There are also local events that will inspire and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ experience.
- L.A. Pride — LA Pride Week 2019 runs from May 31 through the June 9. The actual LA Pride Festival takes place June 8 from 12 p.m. to 1 a.m. and June 9 from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the West Hollywood Park, along San Vicente Boulevard (between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue), and in the Pacific Design Center Plaza.
- One City One Pride 2019 — The City of West Hollywood’s One City One Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival celebrates pride in 2019 with the festival theme “Love is Love” – celebrating the universal bond that unites us, especially during this 50th anniversary year of the Stonewall riots. One City One Pride consists of art events and exhibits – mostly free! – between May 22 through June 30.
- Valley Pride Festival — Presented by Los Angeles Councilwoman Nury Martinez, Valley Pride celebrates family love and acceptance of the LGBTQIA+ community in the San Fernando Valley. Enjoy live music, food trucks, interactive art and resources to help support the LGBTQIA+ community and their loved ones.
- Los Angeles Public Library Series of Events — Check out events that include rainbow arts & crafts, film screenings, awareness workshops, and much more!
