Pride Month 2022 with Councilmember Evan Glass
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Events Near You
Pride Flag Raising in Rockville
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Join Council Vice President Evan Glass, County Executive Marc Elrich, federal and state elected officials on Tuesday, June 7 at 11:00 a.m. for the County’s fourth annual Pride Flag Raising in Rockville.
Glen Echo Park Family Day
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On Saturday, June 11 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Glen Echo Park will host families for a day of fun activities, including a chalk maze, arts and craft activities, carousel rides and performances by the Puppet Co. We are proud to sponsor this event to celebrate all our diverse families. To learn more about the event click here.
Takoma Park Pride Day
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Takoma Park celebrates Takoma Pride on Sunday, June 12 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. There will be a selfie station, chalk art, face-painting and more. Takoma Park’'s businesses will participate with special deals and promotions. To learn more about the event click here.
Teen Pride On the Field in White Oak
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On Friday June 24, Montgomery County Recreation Department and Unmatched Athlete will partner for a day of outdoor games and sports in White Oak for LGBTQ+ teens. No matter your athletic ability, there will be something fun for everybody! Lunch will be provided at noon.
Flower Coffee Collective Drag Queen Story Hour
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Families and kids of all ages are welcome to join Citrine the Queen for The Flower Coffee Collective in the Long Branch neighborhood of Silver Spring for a Drag Queen Story Hour on Saturday, June 25 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Bark Social Drag Brunch in North Bethesda
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Bark Social at Pike and Rose will host a Drag Brunch – bring your pups and friends for this tail-wagging soiree on Saturday, June 25 from 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m.
Rockville Pride Day
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On Sunday, June 26, the City of Rockville hosts its sixth annual Rockville Pride Day event from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature live performances, airbrush tattoos, face painting and much more.
Pride in the Plaza in Silver Spring
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Montgomery County will be hosting the second annual Pride in the Plaza Festival on Sunday, June 26 from 12:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m. Come to Veterans Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring to enjoy a Drag Queen Story Hour, a Pride Show and Drag Duel Competition, and a Mini-Ball in the evening.
Let us know if you are coming! RSVP for events here.
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If you have any questions, feel free to call our office at (240) 777-7966 or send us an email at councilmember.glass@montgomerycountymd.gov
LGBTQ+ Resources
SMYAL is dedicated to creating leadership development opportunities, after-school programs and counseling services designed to empower LGBTQ+ youth and educate their local community.
Phone: (202) 546 - 5940
Email: supporterinfo@smyal.org
Website: www.smyal.org/supporting-lgbtq-youth/Strives to create a safer, more inclusive and more equitable community for LGBTQ+ students in Montgomery County. On their website you can access hotlines , faith-based resources tailored to LGBTQ+ individuals and resources specific to the Trans community.
Email: hello@mocopridecenter.org
Website: www.mocopridecenter.org/LGBTQ+ teens and adults are more likely to suffer mental trauma and are less likely to seek out care. EveryMind offers counseling services and has a text-hotline for residents to access mental health support. Text or call: (301) 738-2255
Phone: (301) 424-0656
Email: info@every-mind.org
Website: www.every-mind.org/The only LGBTQ+ bilingual and multicultural organization in the metropolitan Washington, D.C. area providing housing, preventative health and other social services in the DMV.
Phone: (202) 355 - 5155
Email: info@casaruby.com
Website: www.casaruby.org/Located in Rockville, RYA provides twice monthly, adult-facilitated, peer-to-peer support group meetings for high school youth ages 13-18.
Email: ryacoordinator@gmail.com
Website: www.rainbowyouthalliancemd.org/index.phpMCPS takes pride in the level of support for both students and staff that identify as LGBTQ+. Contact your individual school to learn more about Gay Straight Alliance clubs.
Website: www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/lgbtq/MoCo Reconnect Re-engagement Center is a safe space for LGBTQIA youth ages 16-24. The center offers the opportunity to meet with LGBTQIA service navigators and participate in programs, activities and events specifically designed by and for LGBTQIA Youth and their allies.
Phone: (202) 420 - 1161
Website: www.mocoreconnect.orgCouncilmember Evan Glass is the first openly LGBTQ+ councilmember. He introduced the LGBTQ+ Bill of Rights which strengthens legal protections by expanding Montgomery County’s anti-discrimination code to include gender expression and HIV status. Additionally, our office can help residents connect with county services ranging from rental assistance to accessing mental health resources.