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SUMMARY:Monthly Queer Hang - September
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to the Kentville Recreation Centre for some board games\, crafts\, or just to chill with other queer folks in the Valley! Gather your crew to hang with us\, or come to make some new friends. \nCraft supplies and board games will be provided for folks to use\, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. Treats will be provided by Half Acre Cafe! \nAll ages are welcome. \nFree entry\, but we will be accepting donations to help us cover the cost of supplies and space rental.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/monthly-queer-hang-september/
LOCATION:Kentville Recreation Centre\, 348 Main Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Pride in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Due to rainy conditions we have decided to cancel Pride in the Park. Stay tuned for a rain date later in the summer! We hope to see you all out in the park soon. \nPlease note: the location of pride in the park has changed from Stronach Park to Centennial Park. \nPack your picnic basket and gather the whole family for an afternoon of entertainment in Centennial Park! \nAccessibility Notes:\n\nBuilding Building access: outdoor\, uneven terrain: gravel parking lot and grass with leaves and debris.\nParking: no indicated accessible parking\nVenue seating: limited picnic seating\, please bring your own chairs. There is minimal shade available in the park.\nWashrooms: Porta potty\nASL: Yes
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/pride-by-the-pond/
LOCATION:Centennial Park\, 1489 Westwood St\, Kingston\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240629T170000
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SUMMARY:Family Fun-tastic Drag show
DESCRIPTION:Get the family together for an all-ages drag show! \nJoin Your local Drag performer Queera Bang as they take over the Kings Arms Pubs Tower! \nJoined by top notch Halifax Royalty\, Elle Noir\, Jo Mama\, Will Butrin\, and Misty Towers \n$15 advance Tickets or $20 at the door. Kids under 3 get in for free. With ticket sales going directly to Valley Pride and the performers \nDoors open at 3:30. Tables are first come\, first serve. \nGet your tickets on Eventbrite! \nAccessibility Notes:\n\nBuilding access: This venue is upstairs with no elevator access.\nParking: The closest accessible parking is located in Centre Square\, or in the lot behind Kentville Town Hall off of the south side of Main Street.\nVenue seating: Tables with movable chairs\, first-come-first-serve.\nWashrooms: No gender-neutral washrooms on site\nASL Interpretation: Yes\nSensory/Noise: This event will also have loud music\, low lighting and general crowd noise and cheering. If you want to watch the show but might appreciate something to do with your hands\, Valley Pride will provide fidget items at the event.\nMasks: Welcome but not required.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/family-fun-tastic-drag-show/
LOCATION:The Tower at Kings Arms Pub\, 390 Main St\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Queer Artisan Market & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:As part of our Come 2gether celebration\, we’re bringing together an array of fabulous queer artisans and local community organizations that provide support for the queer community. Come browse through the booths\, pick up some new art\, and learn about the resources available to you. \nMore details to come soon! \nParticipating Organizations\nShelter Movers Nova ScotiaShelter Movers Nova Scotia is a volunteer-powered charitable organization providing moving and storage services at no cost to individuals and families fleeing abuse. We operate in Halifax Regional Municipality\, South Shore\, Annapolis Valley and Colchester-Cumberland serving 77% of the province. We collaborate with local businesses and community agencies to support people\, primarily women and children\, as they transition to a life free of violence.\nThe Transformation ClosetThe Transformation Closet is a program created by Sexual Health Nova Scotia that provides free gender-affirming gear to anyone of any age throughout the province. The closet has on-site locations sprinkled throughout Nova Scotia where community members can visit to try on gear and take away items that day. We also provide the option to fill out our Google form with requests for gear which can be sent out via mail or picked up at one of our members centres. Our aim is to remove as many barriers as possible to accessing gender-affirming gear.Find out more through our website shns.ca or reach out to our closet coordinator\, Wren\, at transformationclosetshns@gmail.com with any questions or requests.\nPFLAGPflag Canada helps 2slgbtqia+ people and loved ones connect with resources and find a supportive community. In communities all across the country\, the Pflag network provides peer support\, education and advocacy for all sexualities \, genders and gender expressions.\nValley Youth ProjectMaking the Annapolis Valley a better place for LGBTQ youth and our allies. The Valley Youth Project (VYP) is an Annapolis Valley-based non-profit organization run by local adult volunteers\, who are all members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We facilitate twice-monthly drop-ins with time for discussion and activities.\nThe Red DoorThe Red Door is a youth and adolescent sexual health centre that provides confidential and non-judgemental sexual health care.\nAcadia Students’ Union Sexual Health Resource CentreThe ASU’s Sexual Health Resource Centre (SHRC) works to facilitate Acadia students’ advancement\, growth\, & development of sexual and reproductive health knowledge and practices. We provide education\, resources\, support and access to sexual and reproductive health products for the Acadia community. While some of our services are limited to Acadia students\, we are happy to support the broader community where possible – just ask! We are also proud to be part of Sexual Health Nova Scotia’s Transformation Closet program\, offering free gender affirming gear to anyone in Nova Scotia.Get in touch by emailing shrc.asu@acadiau.ca or checking us out on Instagram @SHRCAcadia\, where we post free sexual health\, gender\, and reproductive health education and information on local services.\nFeatured Artists\nRemi Roseremi rose (he/they) is a trans autistic artist who makes jewelry that celebrates queerness and disability. when he’s not beading with gilmore girls on repeat in the background he’s playing with his dachshund puppy or learning to crochet. his favorite part of running his small business is creating pieces that help folks feel seen and valid in their identities. they love doing custom projects and bringing other folks’ dream pieces to life so don’t hesitate to reach out with your ideas!\nKief’s CryptMy name is Kieran and I’m the artist behind Kief’s Crypt. I specialize in hand painted art and oddities\, including but not limited to trinket boxes\, magic wands\, and abstract incense holders with vibrant colours and patterns. I’ve been creating for as long as I can remember and am so thrilled to have the opportunity to share my art with the community.\nAilise StillmanMy name is Ailise Stillman (she/her) and I am a queer student currently living in Wolfville and attending Acadia University. I grew up in Halifax\, but have spent lots of time in the valley throughout my life\, and I am proud to call it my second home. I am very passionate about music\, travel\, people\, and everything art\, and I love sharing stories with others! I have recently started selling my hand-painted acrylic art postcards at EOS Natural Foods\, and I am super excited to be a part of the Queer Artisan Market with Valley Pride this year <3\nSydHi! My name is Syd\, and I make crochet goodies. I started crocheting to get through the lockdown in 2020 and fell in love with the craft. Now\, I can’t sit and watch a show without having a project on my hook. My personal favourite item to make currently are beanies but I also love making clothing items\, coasters\, face cloths\, and small plushies. I also take on commission projects if anyone has special requests! Come say ‘Hi’ at the Queer Artisan Market on June 29!\n  \n🌈✨ Handicrafts by Holly✨🌈 Holly (she/her)\, making her debut as a seller\, identifies as queer and is a proud member of the 2SLGBTQ+ and polyamorous community. Holly dabbles in many art and craft mediums but is passionate about all things fibre art! For the Queer Artisan Market Holly is excited to offer handmade creations varying from home decor to plushies to jewelry and more. Come say hi\, share a smile\, and explore the vibrant world of Handicrafts by Holly.\nCalliope’s CauldronI learned how to chainmaille in 2022 while recovering from hip replacement surgery\, and haven’t put my pliers down since. I also do wire wrapped tiaras and jewelry from repurposed material like old forks\, knives\, and spoons. I am a bisexual mother\, and “Mom” to many. I am part nerd\, and part geek and if I can make at least one person smile each day of my life then I figure I will have lived a good life.\nRemy’s Friends PetwearRemy is my beloved chocolate lab\, who was diagnosed with a rare condition that required emergency spinal surgery in New Brunswick last year when he was just 3 years old. Remy is a social butterfly who really missed his doggy friends while he’s been isolated at home during his recovery process. I started to make him various bandanas to help brighten his day and it seemed to help. I then started giving them to friends and family for their pets to wear as a way to help keep them close. From there\, Remy’s Friends Pet Wear was inspired with the idea that by purchasing a bandana for your pet\, they’ll be becoming one of Remy’s Friends. We currently have a few Pride themed bandanas available as part of our Summer ’24 collection. We are busy behind the scenes making additional Pride themed products to launch exclusively at the Queer Artisan Market\, and will have them available year round afterwards!🌈\nHeather Clay CreationsHi! I’m Heather (she/her)\, owner of Heather Clay Creations. I make polymer clay earrings that are fun\, funky\, lightweight & affordable! Looking forward to sharing my silly creations with you all! ❤️🌈@heatherclaycreations\nCarl Boone (CarMal Glass)My husband and I moved from Kitchener\, Ontario to Hillgrove (just outside Digby) in 2019. We built a glass studio in the house where I continue to create fused and stained-glass art.I began my glass-working journey about 40 years ago and enjoy exploring new techniques –there are endless possibilities\, particularly with fused glass. In addition to art pieces\, I also enjoy making smaller items including jewellery\, dishes\, lanterns\, candle shelters and suncatchers.\nBelow the FeltFun felts by a fun felter\, Below the Felt Creations is the passion project of part-person\, part-muppet\, Lilly Ashdown. From whimsy driven projects to custom pieces\, Lilly is just happy to create pieces that inspire joy.\nVenus EnvyVenus Envy is a queer and trans-centered bookstore and sex shop located in downtown Halifax! Since 1998\, we have been providing Halifax with 2SLGBTQ+ centered books\, pride gear\, and pleasure items. For Valley Pride\, we’ll be bringing an assortment of queer/trans books and pride gear. Although we will not be bringing pleasure items to the market\, we are always happy to answer questions!\nGalaxy Overload‘Galaxy Overload’ blends cute and nerdy ideas to make unique hand-crafted goods. Ever evolving\, there are always new items being created from adorable crocheted toys and keychains\, unique ‘Bow’ and ‘Mushroom’ bags\, ‘Pokeballs’\, and useful home goods\, to glittery resin accessories like the ‘Bestie’ and ‘Cursing’ resin keychains\, resin ornaments\, ‘adorable’ beaded bracelets\, and the iconic ‘Pride Bees’ and new ‘Pride Cacti’.’Galaxy Overload’ blends cute and nerdy ideas to make unique hand-crafted goods. Ever evolving\, there are always new items being created from adorable crocheted toys and keychains\, unique ‘Bow’ and ‘Mushroom’ bags\, ‘Pokeballs’\, and useful home goods\, to glittery resin accessories like the ‘Bestie’ and ‘Cursing’ resin keychains\, resin ornaments\, ‘adorable’ beaded bracelets\, and the iconic ‘Pride Bees’ and new ‘Pride Cacti’.\nRadical Cat Creations \nRadical Cat Creations has been creating geeky and Pride related goodness for over a decade. Focusing mainly on cross stitching\, but also using crochet and other embroidery techniques\, xe creates accessories and home decor to show your spirit to the world through self expression. Imriel is a non-binary\, queer\, neurodiverse\, and Black/Indigenous person who has been working with Pride focused activism for many years and currently resides in New Minas with their dog\, snake and husband. Xe has also recently released the trailer for xer new podcast\, Fiber Enby\, which will release its first episode June 15th. The podcast highlights non-binary fiber artists living in a gendered fiber arts world.\nAccessibility Notes:\n\nParking: Accessible parking available in the lot beside Kentville Town Hall off of the south side of Main Street and in Centre Square\nWashrooms: Porta potties (one of which is accessible) behind Kentille Town Hall and gendered wheelchair accessible washrooms inside of The Kings Arms\nASL: No\nSensory/noise: Mid-level outdoor crowd noise. If this is a sensitivity for you\, we encourage headphones or ear protection to help reduce the sound level. There will be a low-sensory area in the Kentville recreation centre next to Town Hall. Seating\, cold water\, low lighting\, and fidget toys will be provided.\nMasks: Welcome but not required
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/queer-artisan-market-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Town of Kentville Town Hall\, 354 Main St\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Come 2gether
DESCRIPTION:We’re throwing an outdoor pride party in downtown Kentville! \nJoin us for a live DJ\, dancing\, food\, games\, and a general grand ol’ time! \nMore details to come soon. \nMusic sponsored by:\n \nAccessibility Notes:\n\nParking: Accessible parking available in the lot beside Kentville Town Hall off of the south side of Main Street and in Centre Square\nWashrooms: Porta potties (one of which is accessible) behind Kentille Town Hall and gendered wheelchair accessible washrooms inside of The Kings Arms\nASL: No\nSensory/noise: Mid-level outdoor crowd noise. If this is a sensitivity for you\, we encourage headphones or ear protection to help reduce the sound level. There will be a low-sensory area in the Kentville recreation centre next to Town Hall. Seating\, cold water\, low lighting\, and fidget toys will be provided.\nMasks: Welcome but not required
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/come-2gether/
LOCATION:Kings Arms Pub\, 390 Main St\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Pride March
DESCRIPTION:We’re here\, we’re queer\, and we’re ready to take up some space! Join us for a march through downtown Kentville to show support for all members of our 2SLGBTQ+ community. \nMarch Route:\n \nFeatured Speakers:\nChris Cochrane \nChris Cochrane is a Trans Black activist and public speaker. She speaks and educates about her lived experience through her intersectionality . Chris works toward creating spaces for QTBIPOC people\, as well as working with 2SLGBTIQIA+ youth to ensure those spaces will be upheld for years to come. Chris is the former Vice Chair of Halifax Pride (2020-2022) where she uses that platform to ensure equity for all of the community \,while focusing on our marginalized and racialized communities .Chris is also the Recipient of The YMCA Peace Medal for Equity\, Diversity & Inclusion. Known for her drag persona Elle Noir\, where she is as fierce on stage as she is her activism .Elle Noir is a 19 Year veteran of Drag . Known as a local legend and Winner of The Best Halifax Drag Performer for the last 6 years consecutively . \nRebecca Rose \nBorn and raised in Nova Scotia\, Mi’kma’ki. A unionized freelance writer\, editor\, consultant\, and presenter\, currently based in Dartmouth\, NS. \nRebecca oscillates between writing articles for both online and print publications and part-time writing contracts for non-profit\, government\, and private clients. \nA Toronto Metropolitan University Journalism graduate Rebecca has written and edited for: The Coast\, DailyXtra.com\, Our Times\, Nova Scotia Advocate\, Rabble.ca\, Halifax Media Co-op\, Autostraddle\, the Review of Journalism and the book OUT: Queer Looking\, Queer Acting Revisited. \nWith over a decade of experience within the student and labour movements\, Queer and Trans and feminist communities\, Rebecca has in-depth knowledge of: federal\, provincial and municipal politics; post-secondary education; various social movements; issues affecting Queer and Trans communities; misogyny and rape culture; and reproductive justice. Rebecca isn’t scared to stick her neck out for an issue or a story that she believes in. \nProud member of the Canadian Freelance Union (UNIFOR). \n  \nAccessibility Notes:\n\nParking: Accessible parking available in the lot at Miner’s Marsh\nVenue seating: This is an outdoor event with no seating provided. Please bring your own seating should you require it.\nWashrooms: One porta potty\nASL Interpretation: Yes\nSensory/Noise: General outdoor crowd noise. If this is a sensitivity for you\, we encourage headphones or ear protection to help reduce the sound level.\nMasks: Welcome but not required
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/pride-march-2/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240628T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240628T203000
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SUMMARY:Queer Climbs
DESCRIPTION:Sporty queers of the Valley\, this is your time to shine! Let’s get together for some fun and movement with a wall climbing session led in partnership with Annapolis Valley Climbing Club and Queer Climbs Halifax! This is an all ages climb. There are only 25 spots available so sign up for this free climbing event quick! \nRegister here! \nAccessibility Notes:\n\nVenue seating: Indoors and physically active. We are working on finding ways of adapting this event to accommodate a variety of abilities.\nASL: No\nSensory/noise: Medium level noise in a gym.\nMasks: Welcome but not required
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/queer-climbs/
LOCATION:West Kings High School\, 1941 Hwy 1\, Auburn\, Nova Scotia\, B0P 1A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:Window Star Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Calling all crafty queers! In this workshop\, Margaret Forsey will teach participants how to make decorative window stars. By folding and gluing beautiful coloured waxed paper\, you can make stars. When hung in a window\, the light shines through them and makes them glow like stained glass. You can use the colours of a Pride flag that is meaningful to you\, or simply your favourite colours. This workshop is appropriate for folks 10+. There are only 15 spots available so sign up for this free crafting event quick! \nRegister here! \nAccessibility Notes:\n\nBuilding access: No set pathway\, museum entrance is unmarked grass and there is a small lip at the door.\nParking: Street parking directly adjacent to the building.\nWashrooms: one single-person washroom located on the second floor up a flight of stairs.\nASL: No\nSensory/noise: Low. This is a focused\, at-your-own-pace activity. However\, there is potential for general crowd/public space noises.\nMasks: Welcome but not required.\nOther: All materials will be available\, and there is no fee or charge associated with this event.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/window-star-workshop/
LOCATION:Randall House Museum\, 259 Main St\, Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\, B4P 1C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240511T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240511T200000
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CREATED:20240218T162851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T163112Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Queer Hang - May
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to the Kentville Recreation Centre for some board games\, crafts\, or just to chill with other queer folks in the Valley! Gather your crew to hang with us\, or come to make some new friends. \nCraft supplies and board games will be provided for folks to use\, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. \nAll ages are welcome. \nFree entry\, but we will be accepting donations to help us cover the cost of supplies and space rental.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/monthly-queer-hang-may/
LOCATION:Kentville Recreation Centre\, 348 Main Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240413T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T173602
CREATED:20240218T162815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T163455Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Queer Hang - April
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to the Kentville Recreation Centre for some board games\, crafts\, or just to chill with other queer folks in the Valley! Gather your crew to hang with us\, or come to make some new friends. \nCraft supplies and board games will be provided for folks to use\, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. \nAll ages are welcome. \nFree entry\, but we will be accepting donations to help us cover the cost of supplies and space rental.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/monthly-queer-hang-april/
LOCATION:Kentville Recreation Centre\, 348 Main Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T173602
CREATED:20240218T163421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T181712Z
UID:468-1711198800-1711209600@avalleypride.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Rink: Queer Free Skate and Pick-Up Hockey
DESCRIPTION:Lace up your skates and join us for a vibrant celebration of inclusivity! Don’t miss our Rainbow Rink Queer Free Skate & Pick-Up Hockey Game on March 23rd at the Kentville Arena! \nThe free skate will go from 1-2:30\, and the pick-up game will run from 2:30-4. \nThe event is PWYC (with a suggested donation of $10 to cover costs). \nRegistration now open!
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/rainbow-rink-queer-free-skate-and-pick-up-hockey/
LOCATION:Kentville Centennial Arena\, 120 Webster St\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N1H9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240309T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T200000
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SUMMARY:Monthly Queer Hang - March
DESCRIPTION:Come on down to the Kentville Recreation Centre for some board games\, crafts\, or just to chill with other queer folks in the Valley! Gather your crew to hang with us\, or come to make some new friends. \nCraft supplies and board games will be provided for folks to use\, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. \nAll ages are welcome. \nFree entry\, but we will be accepting donations to help us cover the cost of supplies and space rental.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/monthly-queer-hang-march/
LOCATION:Kentville Recreation Centre\, 348 Main Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230716T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230716T160000
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SUMMARY:T. Thomason Hosts a Pride Concert!
DESCRIPTION:We’re collaborating with the Deep Roots Festival and the Wolfville Summer Concert Series to bring you a pride concert hosted by T. Thomason! Following Pride by the Sea T. will take the stage for an afternoon of tunes from both T. and up-and-coming queer artists! \nThis is a family-friendly\, free event. \nT. Thomason\n \nThoughtful and true\, T. Thomason’s songs shine through the darkness in the world. Since he began releasing music as a teenager\, Halifax-based Thomason has been on a journey of discovery. Lead by curiosity as his way of being\, Thomason approaches songwriting as a commitment to “Say tough things tenderly\,” a practice that reveals an impressive depth of wisdom\, clarity and courage in the young artist. Thomason’s attentive\, confident presence is felt in all aspects of his music\, in songs that build from ballad to banger\, in songs that balance confession\, confrontation and resolution\, in songs that lay it all bare. Highly recommended for sweet bbs in their truest colours\, and specifically guaranteed for fans of MUNA\, Maggie Rogers\, Troye Sivan and Kim Petras. \nCatherine Kennedy\n \nSoulful Saint John singer-songwriter\, Catherine Kennedy invites you into music where each song tells someone’s story\, and allows you to connect your own within it. Her music is a place where fact and fiction meet and nostalgia seeps in. Catherine released her solo EP Fifty-Fifty Chance in 2018\, took some time to perform on stages around the east coast such as Area 506\, Folly Fest\, Paddlefest and Shivering Songs\, and released her debut album in 2022 alongside her band. As well as being the winner of Breakthrough Artist of the Year (2022)\, she was also nominated for Recording of the Year and Song of the Year for the Music New Brunswick Awards. \nNatasha Sophia\nPillow Fite\nAccessibility Note:\nThe Pride Concert hosted by T. Thomason will be held at the Wolfville Waterfront Park. May it be noted that Waterfront Park has gravel-based walkways\, a wooden board wharf and is subject to general street noise and passersby. \nThe majority of the park is accessed on grass; however\, if you utilize a wheelchair or other mobility supports that do not operate well on grassed areas\, the wooden wharf is a great spot to enjoy the show. \nThere is minimal shade available in the park. Accessible parking and Public washrooms are located in a neighbouring building at Rail Town adjacent to the Waterfront Park parking lot. \nA low-sensory area will be set up at Pride by the Sea. The area will be under the shade of a tent\, and include access to seating\, cold drinks and fidget items. \nIf you want to watch the show but might appreciate something to do with your hands\, Valley Pride will provide fidget items at the event. \nWe invite you to consider this and your own personal ability before attending. \nMasks are welcome but not required. \nThere will be ASL interpretation for this event. \nThe closest Accessible parking is located at the Waterfront Park parking lot. \nASL Interpreter\nMae Striteman (they/them)\n\n\n\n\nBorn and raised in Quebec\, the ASL/English interpreting program brought Mae (they/them) to the East Coast but the proximity to the ocean is what keeps them here. They have been working in the community since graduating in 2014. They also have experience in video relay service and educational settings but the community has always been their favorite especially sports\, theatre and Pride events.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/t-thomason-hosts-a-pride-concert/
LOCATION:Waterfront Park\, Wolfville\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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UID:16-1689508800-1689516000@avalleypride.ca
SUMMARY:Pride by the Sea
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family (and a picnic lunch!) down to Waterfront Park for an afternoon of fun! Pride by the Sea will feature a musical performance and sing-along with the Wolfville Queer Community Chorus\, family-friendly drag performances\, drag story time\, and more. There will be lawn games\, a photobooth courtesy of the Wolfville Wedding Chapel\, and some complimentary refreshments. \nFree\, family-friendly event \nPerformers\nQueen Morticious\n \nQueen Morticious is your local friend and she is secretly living in your basement. She was also your babysitter back in the 90’s. Mort is the Annapolis Valley’s favourite unhinged malignant spirit\, but that’s not public knowledge (so keep your mouth shut Deborah). \nQueera Bang\n \nQueera Bang (they/them) is a non-binary performer/producer with the goal of creating more access to queer events\, safe spaces\, and visibility for youth in rural Nova Scotia. They strive to create shows and spaces that celebrate gender diversity and drag beyond the world of Rupaul. Queera is known for their roller skating antics and ridiculousness on the mic. \nMisty Towers\n \nBorn spring 2023 \, Misty is welcome to Kjipuktuk/Halifax as one of the newest members of the Haus of Towers. She’s hit the scene heels first showcasing her talents. Curves\, swerves\, and a smile that will shake your nerves. Misty is looking forward to bringing some cheer to a stage near you. \nCookie Cunnigham\n \nCookie Cunningham is a drag king of flare and style\, he likes to shake it up and shake things loose\, so always prepare for something to come off. When professor utonium put this one together after the powerpuff girls he mixed\, black excellence\, sensuality and a whole lot of confidence. \nLumen Lux\n \nLumen Lux is a multifaceted performer who fell in love with the arts at a young age. Beginning her fire journey in 2016\, Lumen progressed from spinning fire to eating fire to breathing it. Their many talents also include hooping\, flow arts\, gogo and burlesque. \nLumen Lux has performed at festivals such as Evolve Music Festival\, Fire and Water Cultural Festival\, Nocturne\, Future Forest\, Fredericton Pride and many other events throughout Atlantic Canada. \nThey have done collaborations with many other artists and have worked with performing organizations such as Serpentine Studios and Luminosity Circus and have recently started producing her own burlesque and drag shows under the alias Lumen Lux Productions. \nThe Wolfville Queer Community Chorus\n \nThe Wolfville Queer Community Choir is a multi-generational group of singers from the 2SLGBTQ+ community that gather each week to make music and connect with one another. Led by Freya Milliken and Katie Hutten. \nTwig Newton\n \nTwig might be the oldest baby drag king in the province. With a love of fun and a passion to be a support or advocate for all walks of life he takes to stage with an enthusiasm that can’t be missed. A child of the eighties with all the retro to back him up! \nAccessibility Notes:\nPride by the Sea will be held at the Wolfville Waterfront Park. May it be noted that Waterfront Park has gravel-based walkways\, a wooden board wharf and is subject to general street noise and passersby. \nThe majority of the park is accessed on grass; however\, if you utilize a wheelchair or other mobility supports that do not operate well on grassed areas\, the wooden wharf is a great spot to enjoy the show. \nThere is minimal shade available in the park. Accessible parking and public washrooms are located in a neighbouring building at Rail Town adjacent to the Waterfront Park parking lot. \nA low-sensory area will be set up at Pride by the Sea. The area will be under the shade of a tent\, and include access to seating\, cold drinks and fidget items. \nIf you want to watch the show but might appreciate something to do with your hands\, Valley Pride will provide fidget items at the event. \nWe invite you to consider this and your own personal ability before attending. \nMasks are welcome but not required. \nThere will be ASL interpretation for this event. \nThe closest accessible parking is located at the Waterfront Park parking lot. \nASL Interpreter\nMae Striteman (they/them)\n\n\n\n\nBorn and raised in Quebec\, the ASL/English interpreting program brought Mae (they/them) to the East Coast but the proximity to the ocean is what keeps them here. They have been working in the community since graduating in 2014. They also have experience in video relay service and educational settings but the community has always been their favorite especially sports\, theatre and Pride events.\n\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/pride-by-the-sea/
LOCATION:Waterfront Park\, Wolfville\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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UID:62-1689507000-1689508800@avalleypride.ca
SUMMARY:Pride March
DESCRIPTION:The Valley Pride March will begin with speakers at clock park\, and proceed down the sidewalks of Main Street to waterfront park\, where Pride by the Sea will begin! \nThis is a free\, all-ages event. \nSpeakers\nTeo Ferguson\n \nTeo (they/them) is a black non-binary person from Halifax Nova Scotia\, a high school graduate from Dartmouth high school and a social service graduate from NSCC. When not working at the Youth Project\, they are creating spaces\, advocating online and speaking up\, in person for QTBIPOC people. They have a deep love of anime\, a good affordable quality of life for all\, building community\, and finding love. \nQueera Bang\n \nQueera Bang (they/them) is a non-binary performer/producer with the goal of creating more access to queer events\, safe spaces\, and visibility for youth in rural Nova Scotia. They strive to create shows and spaces that celebrate gender diversity and drag beyond the world of Rupaul. Queera is known for their roller skating antics and ridiculousness on the mic. \nAccessibility Notes:\nThe Pride March will begin with speakers at Clock Park and proceed down the sidewalks of Main Street to Waterfront Park. May it be noted that Clock Park has gravel-based walkways and is subject to general street noise and passersby. \nSidewalks in Wolfville are generally accessible; however\, they are subject to mild bumps and curves. Sidewalk patios are now in place and maybe create close quarters when meeting individuals moving in the opposite direction. \nThe March will involve large groups of people and loud sounds\, and could be subject to moments of increased sensory while walking and engaging in multiple conversations or interactions. \nThe walk will transition from the sidewalk to the Harvest Moon Rail Trail for a small portion of the walk to connect the group to Waterfront Park. \nWe invite you to consider this and your own personal ability before attending. \nMasks are welcome but not required. \nThere will be ASL interpretation for this event. \nClose accessible parking is located at the Wolfville Library. \nASL Interpreter\nMae Striteman (they/them)\n\n\n\n\nBorn and raised in Quebec\, the ASL/English interpreting program brought Mae (they/them) to the East Coast but the proximity to the ocean is what keeps them here. They have been working in the community since graduating in 2014. They also have experience in video relay service and educational settings but the community has always been their favorite especially sports\, theatre and Pride events.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/pride-march/
LOCATION:Clock Park\, 484 Main Street\, Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\, B4P 1E3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230716T160000
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CREATED:20230511T183205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T160031Z
UID:115-1689505200-1689523200@avalleypride.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Market
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Rainbow Market in Jack’s Gallery to pick up some fabulous work by local queer artisans! \nArtists\nWild Chance Arts\n \nWildchance Arts is a mixed-media artist (very fickle hobby hopper) with a love for experimentation and the creative process (smashing a bunch of stuff together until it looks cool). They find their inspiration in nature\, fantasy\, all things sweet & spooky and the wonder & strangeness of the human experience. From vintage collages to clay cuties to digital arts\, there’s always something fresh going on in the studio & they’re thrilled to share it with you all! In the meantime\, feel free to pop by their Instagram @wildchancearts to say hi\, admire their feline studio assistant\, and check out some works in progress. See you at Pride! 🌈 \nYAS Creates\nYas Jawad is a queer disabled Muslim that resides in Wolfville\, Mi’kmaqi. Relocating to Wolfville in 2022 to pursue their studies in Environmental studies at Acadia university. \nYas has always had a large passion for creating artwork\, previously attending NSCAD University\, they’re work often explores the intersectionality of identity in connection to the environment that surrounds us\, heavily drawing inspiration from the flora and fauna. \nYas specializes in creating handmade and small batch work\, such as original artworks\, prints\, vinyl stickers\, wall hangings\, ceramics\, and recently has been working on a collection of repurposed jewelry. \nRadical Cat Creations\n \nStarting in 2012\, Radical Cat Creations predominantly creates fiber arts works. With a focus on the geeky and the queer\, Imriel creates pieces designed to be worn\, stuck on fridges or hung on your wall. Whether you’re looking for rainbows to flag yourself to others\, or making sure anyone who visits knows your favorite video game\, there’s something for everyone with Radical Cat Creations. Learning through a combination of Youtube and community connections\, Imriel has gained skills in cross stitching\, crochet\, tatting and other handworks over their lifetime. \nWillow Brook Treasures\n\nAtticus “Mallow” Spencer is a multimedia artist based in the Annapolis Valley\, NS. They’ve been creating art for as long as anyone can remember\, always pushing boundaries. Recently\, Atticus aims to bring people together and support/bring awareness to marginalized communities like BAIPOC\, Queer\, Neurodivergent\, Mental Health & the Physically disabled. With the backing of their loved ones and fellow artists\, Atticus hopes to expand the reach of their art and promote unity in their communities\, while providing long-lasting\, quality pieces of art that can be treasured. Atticus respectfully acknowledges they live in Kaqakwek\, on the traditional\, unceded homeland of the Mi’kmaq. \nNorma Jean\, Atticus’ mother\, is a skilled chainmail\, handmade jewelry\, and crochet artist based in the Annapolis Valley. She supports Atticus in their artistic pursuits while pursuing her own aspirations. In the 2010’s\, Norma created her business called Willow Brook Treasures\, which Atticus hopes to recreate and relaunch for her with a more modern approach. Norma acknowledges that she lives in Kaqakwek\, in the traditional\, unceded homelands of the Mi’kmaq. \nGalaxy Knitting Co\n\nFor over 5 years\, Galaxy Knitting Co has been blending cute and nerdy ideas to make unique hand crafted goods. Ever evolving\, there are always new items being created from adorable crocheted toys and useful home-goods to glittery resin accessories. \nAccessibility Notes:\nJust Us! is a welcoming business for the Queer Community. Additionally\, both the entrance to the Just Us! Cafe and Jack’s Gallergy are accessible! \nThere are automatic doors at the entryway and an accessible\, gender-inclusive washroom. However\, may it be noted that the washroom has white amenities and white walls for those with lower visual capacities we invite you to consider that before using the space. \nSensory-wise\, Jack’s Gallery can be\, at times\, loud and echoey. However\, with the addition of more soft elements within the event setup\, it is expected to reduce general space noises. \nWe invite you to consider this and your own personal ability before attending. \nMasks are welcome but not required. \nAccessible Parking is located in font of Muddy’s Convenience store to the right-hand side of the entrance to Just Us!
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/rainbow-market/
LOCATION:Just Us\, 450 Main Street\, Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\, B4P 1E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T173000
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CREATED:20230530T224430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T155859Z
UID:170-1689433200-1689442200@avalleypride.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Pitch: A Community Softball in Partnership with the Town of Kentville Parks and Recreation
DESCRIPTION:Let’s play ball! Join us in Memorial Park for a community learn-to-play softball game! \nThis is an all-ages\, family friendly event. \nAccessibility Notes:\nThe Pride Pitch Community Softball game will be outdoors and physically active. \nWheelchairs and other mobility supports are welcome on the Memorial Parks fields. \nWe are working on finding ways of adapting the community game to accommodate a variety of abilities. This is an all-ages\, all-gender and family-welcoming event with no previous softball experience required. \nWater and snacks will be provided on-site. However\, you are also welcome to bring your own. \nGender-inclusive washrooms are available on-site and accessible parking is located in the Memorial Field parking lot. \nWe invite you to consider this and your own personal ability before attending. \nMasks are welcome but not required.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/pride-pitch-a-community-softball-game/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 125 Park Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1M2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T140000
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UID:173-1689418800-1689429600@avalleypride.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Rocks!
DESCRIPTION:We’re teaming up with the Town of Kentville Mural Festival! \nCome to centre square to paint some pride-themed rocks! After you finish your art\, you can take your creations home with you to help you celebrate pride all year round. \nBring the whole family! This is an all-ages event. \nAccessibility Notes:\nPride Rock painting is an outdoor event in the Town of Kentville’s Centre Square during the Kentville Mural Festival. This space is best accessed from Main Street between Scissors Over Comb and Silver Horse Florist. \nAll materials will be available\, and there is no fee or charge associated with this event. \nThere is accessible parking located in Centre Square parking lot. \nSensory-wise\, this is a focused\, at-your-own-pace activity. However\, there is potential for general crowd/public space noises. \nWe invite you to consider this and your own personal ability before attending. \nMasks are welcome but not required.
URL:https://avalleypride.ca/event/pride-rocks/
LOCATION:Centre Square\, 389 Main Street\, Kentville\, Nova Scotia\, B4N 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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