{"id":29409,"date":"2021-06-03T20:04:09","date_gmt":"2021-06-04T00:04:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/?p=29409"},"modified":"2021-06-03T20:23:21","modified_gmt":"2021-06-04T00:23:21","slug":"find-your-rainbow-voice-at-virtual-york-pride-fest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newspapers-online.com\/auroran\/find-your-rainbow-voice-at-virtual-york-pride-fest\/","title":{"rendered":"Find your rainbow, voice at virtual York Pride Fest"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Pride Month is now underway in York Region following the launch of the second-annual Digital Pride, hosted by York Pride Fest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The celebration got underway with a launch party on June 2, featuring an impressive line-up of artists showcasing various styles of drag, dancing and more \u2013 but, if you missed it, there are plenty of further opportunities to get in on the fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On June 9, young 2SLGBTQ+ participants will have the chance to have their voices \u201cheard loud and clear\u201d through a conversation on real lived experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cYouth within the Greater Toronto Area and York Region will share real fears, constructive criticisms, and their feelings on the ever-changing landscape in our communities,\u201d say organizers. \u201cWith a Federal Election fast approaching, we want you to speak up and be heard. This is the time to be unapologetically truthful, to spark change, and make strides to raise awareness on ongoing issues in our community. Some topics that will be up for discussion will involve: homophobia, transphobia, racism, mental health, education, work and many more important things that affect how we grow, work and play in our communities. This program will accomplish this through various techniques such as music, poetry, dance, spoken word, debate and art.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A \u201cTipsy Planting Event\u201d will take place for the 19+ crowd, which melds mixology with a bit of gardening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHave you ever wondered why the plants in your house don\u2019t last? It\u2019s because you\u2019re not having enough fun while planting!\u201d say organizers. \u201cYou might think gardening isn\u2019t fun or easy, but the truth is \u2013 well, we\u2019ll just have to show you how fun it could be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWith a little dedication and determination, you can grow so many cool and tasty things in your backyard. Join us out back as we take four total strangers on a tipsy journey through the magical garden of pride. This wild adventure involves making special mixed drinks from herbs right out of your garden, interactive challenges that will keep you on the edge of your seat, and some important life lessons about nurturing the things that matter.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This activity will require the purchase of an \u201cexperience kit\u201d sold through Yorkpride.ca with proceeds benefiting programs that support 2SLGBTQ+ camp programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience boxes, this time for kids ages five and up, will also figure into the \u201cColour Me Rainbow\u201d event slated for June 14, an event which organizers say will become \u201ca pride classic for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSee what happens when young creative minds get into crafts, storytelling and singing. The show will feature culture around respecting others, hands-on activities, and using your voice to be heard through the format of music, dance, and stories. Put your parents to bed early, get into the cookie jar and celebrate with us. Hosted by kids, for kids \u2013 no parental permission required!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more, including activities in the second half of June, visit YorkPride.ca.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check next week\u2019s edition of The Auroran for more ongoing programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By Brock Weir<\/strong>
Editor
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter<\/em><\/p>\n\r\n\"Facebook\"<\/a>\"twitter\"<\/a>\"mail\"<\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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