Pride Month Events

Below are regional Pride Month events.

Jun 1 (Sat) - A Look Back: LGBTQ+ Community in Erie Opening Reception (419 Artifacts, 419 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 1 PM - 4 PM. Come see this exhibit of local LGBT history that will be on display for the month of June. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 454-4946. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/pg/artifactserie/.

Jun 1 (Sat) - Regional LGBTQ Juried Art Exhibit Reception (Erie Art Gallery, 24 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM - 10 PM. Open to public. Free admission. Refreshments. Phone: (866) 229-1974. Venue Phone: (814) 450-9005. Email: GEAEinfo@gmail.com. Browse to http://greatereriealliance.com/. Browse to venue web site http://www.erieartgallery.com/.

Jun 1 - 30 (Sat - Sun) - A Look Back: LGBTQ+ Community in Erie Exhibit (419 Artifacts, 419 State St, Erie, PA 16501) Local history on display for Pride month. 419 Artifacts is open Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 1 to 4 pm. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 454-4946. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/pg/artifactserie/.

Jun 1 - 30 (Sat - Sun) - Regional LGBTQ Art Exhibit (Erie Art Gallery, 24 W 8th St, Erie, PA 16508) The Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) is pleased to present a juried art exhibit of works by regional LGBTQ artists during Pride month, June 1-30, 2019, at the Erie Art Gallery. The exhibit will feature the works of LGBTQ artists who are 18+ years of age and who reside within 150 miles of Erie. We are excited that it will showcase not only the work of local LGBTQ artists but also that of LGBTQ artists from Cleveland, Buffalo, Pittsburgh and areas between. This exhibit will be a first for the Erie region. GEAE is proud to sponsor the exhibit and grateful to Erie Arts & Culture and SafeNet for their support. The gallery is open Wednesdays through Saturdays, noon-6 p.m. Phone: (866) 229-1974. Venue Phone: (814) 450-9005. Email: GEAEinfo@gmail.com. Browse to http://greatereriealliance.com/. Browse to venue web site http://www.erieartgallery.com/.

Jun 2 (Sun) - Trevor Project fundraiser (Cold Stone Creamery, 360 Millcreek Plaza, Erie, PA 16565) It's that time - want some ice cream? Come kick off pride month by getting your scoop at Cold Stone Creamery in the Millcreek Plaza. Just mention "I support the community" to get a dollar off your purchase. Supports The Trevor Project. Phone: (814) 864-2310. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/ErieColdStone/.

Jun 6 (Thu) - Erie Regional GSA meets (Blasco Memorial Erie County Public Library, 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507) 6 PM - 8 PM. We will be finalizing our plans for the Pride parade and rally. Venue Phone: (814) 451-6900. Browse to venue web site http://www.erielibrary.org/.

Jun 7 - 23 (Fri - Sun) - Fun Home (Dramashop, 1001 State Street 2nd Floor, Erie, PA 16501) Runs June 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 & 23. When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family's Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of her own sexuality, and the looming, unanswerable questions about her father's hidden desires. Fun Home is a refreshingly honest, wholly original musical about seeing your parents through grown-up eyes. Music by Jeanine Tesori, Book and lyrics by Lisa Kron, Based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel. Email: info@dramashop.org. Browse to http://dramashop.org/.

Jun 10 (Mon) - Rainbow Family Storytime - Celebrate Pride (Blasco Memorial Erie County Public Library, 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507) 6:30 PM. Celebrate the origin of Pride Month and the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Featured picture books will include This Day in June by Gayle Pitman. Families & Children Ages 4-12 in Storytime Room. Join us for a storytime series just for LGBTQ+ families and their allies! Our librarians will showcase LGBTQ-friendly books from our collection and lead the group in upbeat music, movement, and art activities. Light refreshments will be served. Phone: (814) 451-6900. Browse to http://www.erielibrary.org/.

Jun 13 (Thu) - Erie VA Medical Center LGBT Veteran Care Coordinator guest speaker at VETX Speaker Series (Blasco Memorial Erie County Public Library, 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507) 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. The Erie VA Medical Center's LGBT Veteran Care Coordinator will be the guest speaker at the VETX Speaker Series. There will be a brief lecture highlighting the LGBT+ Veteran community followed by a Q&A session. All Veterans, their family members, and anyone in the community wanting to learn how to better serve our Veterans are invited to attend. For more information, please contact the Erie VAMC LGBT VCC, Kimberly Hackbarth, at Kimberly.hackbarth@va.gov or 814-860-2074 Contact: Kimberly Hackbarth. Phone: (814) 860-2074. Venue Phone: (814) 451-6900. Email: kimberly.hackbarth@va.gov. Browse to https://www.erie.va.gov/. Browse to venue web site http://www.erielibrary.org/.

Jun 17 (Mon) - Pride Night 2019 with Erie Seawolves (UPMC Park, 110 E 10th St, Erie, PA) 7:05 PM. This years Pride Night at the Erie Seawolves will be bigger than previous years. This year, along with a ticket to the Buck Night game on June 17, 2019, you will also receive a limited edition Erie Seawovles shirt with a rainbow bandana. Tickets are online now and will be available until 11:59pm on May 27th. Prices are 1 ticket/shirt for $20 or two tickets/shirts for $35. This event is family friendly. Buck night Specials include $1 Smith Hot Dogs, 12oz. Pepsi fountain drinks, popcorn, and select 12 oz. domestic drafts. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 456-1300. Email: president@nwpapride.org. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://groupmatics.events/event/Nwpapride?r=3. Browse to venue web site http://www.erieevents.com/about/jerry_uht.htm.

Jun 18 (Tue) - Rainbow Family Storytime - Be Yourself (Blasco Memorial Erie County Public Library, 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507) 6:30 PM. Wear what you want, like what you like, and love who you love! Stories this week will focus on being true to yourself. Featured picture books will include Prince & Knight by Daniel Haack Celebrate the origin of Pride Month and the LGBTQ+ rights movement. Featured picture books will include This Day in June by Gayle Pitman. Families & Children Ages 4-12 in Storytime Room. Join us for a storytime series just for LGBTQ+ families and their allies! Our librarians will showcase LGBTQ-friendly books from our collection and lead the group in upbeat music, movement, and art activities. Light refreshments will be served. Phone: (814) 451-6900. Browse to http://www.erielibrary.org/.

Jun 19 (Wed) - "Boy Erased" | Film Grain: Dinner & Movie (Bourbon Barrel, 1213 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM. Sponsored by Greater Erie Action for Equality (GEAE). The son of a Baptist preacher is forced to participate in a church-supported gay conversion program after being forcibly outed to his parents. Starring Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Lucas Hedges. Biography/Drama. Rated R. Dinner 6:00pm | Movie 7:00pm Table seating $12. Couch seating $15. Price includes dinner. Proceeds benefit Film Society of Northwestern PA a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Phone: (866) 229-1974. Venue Phone: (814) 452-3000. Email: GEAEinfo@gmail.com. Browse to http://greatereriealliance.com/. Browse to venue web site http://www.bourbonbarrelerie.com/.

Jun 21 (Fri) - 2019 Miss Erie Pageant (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 7 PM. NWPA Pride Alliance is happy to partner with The Zone For the return of the Miss Erie Pageant In 2019. This pageant has over 20 years of history and is a title that has been held by some National Title Holders. This year’s theme is "Show your Colors". This year’s Prize package will total nearly $1,000 in value! This will be open to queens both local and from around the country. Packets will be available soon. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Venue Phone: (814) 452-0125. Email: president@nwpapride.org. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/2291012554507269/. Browse to venue web site https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub.

Jun 25 (Tue) - Erie VA Medical Center LGBT+ Pride Event (Erie VA Medical Center, 135 E 38th St, Erie, PA 16504) 10 AM - 1 PM. All Veterans, their families and the community are invited to the Erie VA Medical Center's LGBT+ Pride event in the second floor conference rooms of the main facility located at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA. We will celebrate the achievements of LGBT+ Veterans and their perseverance that led to the ability for Veterans to openly serve! There will be a brief presentation followed by a resource fair of both VA and local programs/organizations. For more information, or if you are an LGBT+ Veteran who would like to be recognized at the event, please contact the Erie VA Medical Center's LGBT Veteran Care Coordinator, Kimberly Hackbarth at 814-860-2074 or Kimberly.hackbarth@va.gov. Contact: Kimberly Hackbartth. Phone: (814) 860-2074. Email: Kimberly.hackbarth@va.gov.

Jun 27 (Thu) - Rainbow Family Storytime - All Kinds of Families (Blasco Memorial Erie County Public Library, 160 East Front Street, Erie, PA 16507) 6:30 PM. This week we’ll honor diverse families, including ones with two moms or two dads! Featured picture books will include Heather Has Two Mommies by Lesléa Newman. Families & Children Ages 4-12 in Storytime Room. Join us for a storytime series just for LGBTQ+ families and their allies! Our librarians will showcase LGBTQ-friendly books from our collection and lead the group in upbeat music, movement, and art activities. Light refreshments will be served. Phone: (814) 451-6900. Browse to http://www.erielibrary.org/.

Jun 29 (Sat) - Drag Queen Story Hour (419 Artifacts, 419 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 10 AM - 11 AM. Story hour with Alyson Wonderland. Refreshments served. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 454-4946. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/pg/artifactserie/.

Jun 29 (Sat) - 2019 Erie Pridefest and Parade Presented by Erie Insurance (Perry Square, 6th and State Streets, Erie, PA 16507) 11 AM - 3:30 PM. Line up for Pride Parade is at Zone starting at 11 AM, step off at noon. Pride Fest is in Perry Square at 1 PM. Contact: Alex Sphon. Phone: (814) 314-9075. Email: president@nwpapride.org. Browse to http://www.nwpapride.org. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/285524202134698/.

Jun 29 (Sat) - Free HIV/Syphilis Testing at Pridefest (Perry Square, 6th and State Streets, Erie, PA 16507) 12 PM - 3 PM. The Erie County Department of Health and the NW Alliance will be conducting FREE rapid HIV and syphilis testing at the Erie Pridefes. It;s quick, easy, and relatively painless. You will have your results in as little as 40 minutes. We can also talk to you about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). So now you have NO excuse not to get tested. Contact: Laura Beckes. Phone: (814) 451-6786. Email: Lbeckes@eriecountypa.gov. Browse to https://echiv.org/.

Sun 29 (Sat) - Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) After Pride Party (Bourbon Barrel, 1213 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 4 PM - 7 PM. Join the party! Following Pride Fest stop by the Bourbon Barrel! Free food and entertainment! This is our 4th year hosting the event and we are excited to celebrate and have a great time! Everyone is welcome!! Phone: (866) 229-1974. Venue Phone: (814) 452-3000. Email: GEAEinfo@gmail.com. Browse to http://greatereriealliance.com/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at ttps://www.facebook.com/events/785425318524509/. Browse to venue web site http://www.bourbonbarrelerie.com/.

Jun 29 (Sat) - Zone After Pride Party (Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 4 PM - 2 AM. To celebrate pride, we’re opening our doors right after the festival! Start and end the gayest day of the year with the only gay bar in Erie Phone: (814) 452-0125. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/TheZoneDanceClub. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/328431817880298/.

Jul 14 (Sun) - 9th Annual Greater Erie Alliance for Equality (GEAE) Afternoon for Equality (Erie Yacht Club, 1 Ravine Dr, Erie, PA 16505) Phone: (866) 229-1974. Venue Phone: (814) 453-4931. Email: GEAEinfo@gmail.com. Browse to http://greatereriealliance.com/. Browse to venue web site https://www.erieyachtclub.org/.