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Pride 2023

United Lynn Pride 2023

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The LGBTQ+ Pride Flag & Color Symbolism

The original LGBTQ+ Pride Flag was created by artist Gilbert Baker and made its debut on June 25th, 1978.

Since its debut, the original flag has changed and been updated to represent the intersectional diversity of the LGBTQ+ community.

This exhibit, aims to explore the symbolism behind each color included in the LGBTQ+ Pride Flag through art, and provide more information on the history and evolution of the banner.


Date/Time

Opening Reception                  Gallery On Display
Friday, June 2nd, 2023             Friday, June 2nd through
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM                     Wednesday, July 12th, 2023

Location
Galleries at Lynn Arts (GALA)
25 Exchange St., Lynn, MA

Lead Organizers
Cristian Recinos

Annette Sykes

Featured Artists
Coming Soon


 

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Pride Zine

Prismatic

Prismatic will be a zine publication to uplift and feature LGBTQ+ writers and artists, to be distributed in the month of June

Date/Time
Launch Party
              
Friday, June 2nd, 2023            
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM                    

Location
Galleries at Lynn Arts (GALA)
25 Exchange St., Lynn, MA

Lead Organizer(s)
Olivia Werth
Nicole Werth

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Pride Service
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Welcoming Pride Service
at St. Stephen's Church

Kicking off our formal week of events, Reverend Gregory Perez and the entire congregation of St. Stephen's Church invite the community to a special Sunday Pride Service.

Dress in your Sunday Best or come as you are!

Be welcomed, and enjoy this time to practice reflection and gratitude.

The service will include the Holy Eucharist, of which all are invited to our communion table and no one is excluded.

In addition, in observance of Father's Day a special blessing will be given to families, guardians, and anyone who may serve in a Father-figure role to their children.


Date/Time
Sunday, June 18th, 2023
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location
St. Stephen's Memorial Episcopal Church

74 South Common St, Lynn, MA 01902

Lead Organizers
Reverend Gregory Perez

 

Panel Discussion

Pride Panel Discussion

United Lynn Pride's Panel Discussion event aims to educate the community on current issues, undermentioned topics, & other aspects of LGBTQ+ life and culture.

This year's Panel Discussion will focus on Education and the significance of being able to discuss gender and sexuality in the classroom.

Date/Time
Monday, June 19th, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Location
Lynn Museum
590 Washington St. , Lynn, MA, 01901

Lead Organizers
Cristian Recinos
Doneeca Thurston


Moderator
Cristian Recinos

Panelists
Tiffany Magnolia

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LGBTQ+ Artist Showcase
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LGBTQ+ Artist Showcase

The LGBTQ+ Art Gallery showcases creative works by LGBTQ+ identifying artists from the City of Lynn, other areas of the Massachusetts, and even artists from across the globe.

Accepted artwork includes: paintings, photographs, poetry, prints, sculpture, and other visual artworks.

Please see the Call for Art Below!

Content of the artwork ranges from love, sex, identity, nature, emotions, abstract pieces, and other general pieces of creative expression

Date/Time

Opening Reception
Monday, June 19th, 2023

Location
Lynn Museum, 2nd Floor Gallery
590 Washington St. , Lynn, MA, 01901

Lead Organizers

Cristian Recinos
Doneeca Thurston

Featured Artists
TBD

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Pride Flag Raising

Pride Flag Raising

The raising of the Pride Flag at City Hall has been an annual tradition in Lynn, MA for years.

By continuing this tradition, the City of Lynn affirms its commitment to supporting it's LGBTQ+ identifying residents and honoring their right to express their identities

In addition to the annual Flag Raising, their will be speeches from local leaders and performances by talented individuals and groups from the city.

Date/Time
Tuesday, June 20th, 2023
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Locati
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Lynn City Hall
3 City Hall Square, Lynn, MA 01901


Lead Organizers
T Nash
Rosie Conway

Speakers                               Performers
Mayor Jared Nicolson          In the Mak'n (ITM)
Tiffany Magnolia                   The Hazzel Jinx Collective
                                              Leelyi (JKWL)
                                               Madam Zapple

                  

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Community Meal
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Community Meal: Pride, Food, & Fellowship

For United Lynn Pride 2023, St. Stephen's Church will host the 2nd Annual Community Meal event, "Pride, Food, & Fellowship".

The community meal is meant to build connection through good food, good people, and good experiences.


This year, in addition to St. Stephen's providing food, we invite those interested to share a dish of their own, for a potluck style event.

Date/Time
Tuesday
, June 20th, 2023
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

Location
St. Stephen's Memorial Episcopal Church
Downstairs Dining Hall
74 South Common St, Lynn, MA 01902

Lead Organizers

Rev. Gregory Perez
Jim Moser

Rainbow Bridge Lighting

Rainbow Bridge Lighting

The lights beneath the commuter rail underpass have provided safety and visibility for the community since their installation in 2018.

The Rainbow Bridge Lighting event is a moment for the residents of Lynn to come together and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community while enjoying music, live performances, & the beautiful and colorful illumination of the LED lights downtown.

Continuing in the practice of recognizing leaders in our community, United Lynn Pride and the City of Lynn will be recognizing an individual with an Honorable Accreditation. If you have someone you believe should be recognized for their work supporting the LGBTQ+ in Lynn, MA, please nominate them using the form below.

Date/Time
Tuesday, June 20th, 2023
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Location
Central Square Lynn
Beneath the Commuter Rail Bridge
1 Exchange Street, Lynn, MA, 01901


Lead Organizers
Kat Herbst-Rubio

⭐Honoree
TBD

Speakers                              
Performers
Mayor Jared Nicolson          Cultura Latina Dance Academy
Coco Alinsug                        (CLDA)
                                               Dave Simmons
                                               Joe Skahan 
                                               Boogey Bros
                                               Katey & The Illicit                                    

Pride Paint Nite
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Pride Paint Nite

An evening of creative expression! 🎨

The Pride Paint Nite is a 21+ Event, Space is Limited, please reserve a spot using the button below this description. Thank You!

Enjoy an evening of paint and wine, as you follow along a professional artist in creating your own piece to take home and admire forever.

No need for any prior art experience, the main goal is to have fun and expand one's creative thinking.


Date/Time
Wednesday, June 21st, 2023
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Location
The Galleries at LynnArts (GALA)
25 Exchange St, Lynn, MA 01901

Lead Organizer & Instructor
Sunil Gulab