Atlanta, Georgia. – The Atlanta Pride Committee (APC) is pleased to announce the full schedule of events in honor of the anniversary of Stonewall. Additionally, Atlanta Pride is introducing a new logo for the organization on June 1, 2015, in honor of Stonewall Month.
Atlanta Pride is the clearinghouse for the events going on within our LGBTQ community in celebration of Stonewall Month.
When Atlanta Pride was forced to move the festival out of June, Stonewall Week was born in 2009 to allow our community to observe that important anniversary in LGBTQ history. In 2012, Stonewall Week was expanded to Stonewall Month to include more events throughout Atlanta.
Atlanta Pride Executive Director, Buck Cooke, said of the newly published schedule, “This is the fourth year promoting Stonewall Month activities and Atlanta Pride is delighted to work with returning community organizations, like Georgia Equality and Out on Film, and new partners, like SOJOURN and the Reformation Project, to offer all types of activities for the LGBTQ community in our great city.”
Cooke continued, “There is a great variety of events offered this year, including a comedy show, award ceremony, family play day, a free screening of a Golden Globe-nominated film, and more.”
While a schedule listing is included below, please note that some events are free, some involve registration to attend, and some events have tickets on sale online and on-site, so full event descriptions and additional information can be found via the Atlanta Pride website at: http://atlantapride.org/events/
New this year, in honor of Stonewall Month, The Atlanta Pride Committee is unveiling a new logo. This new logo incorporates the Greek letter Lambda, a long-held symbol of the LGBTQ rights movement, and a stylized “A” to represent Atlanta. Sean Todd, a graphic designer who lived in Atlanta and volunteered with Atlanta Pride and a number of other LGBTQ organizations in the city, designed the logo. Todd now resides in San Francisco.
Aaron DeWall, APC Creative & Graphics Chair, said of the logo, “The Atlanta Pride Committee is at a key juncture as it continues to step into the future. The brand for APC has stood the test of time, but, as with any long-running organization, it must balance its past with its future. As APC celebrates 45 years of Pride in Atlanta and looks to roll out a whole new level of excitement as it moves forward, it is the perfect time to re-brand and give a fresh new visual identity to be recognized by in the community. The design of the new logo epitomizes this intention.”
DeWall continued, “In addition to the artistic and marketable strengths of this design, there is a strong historical component. While the ‘A’ not only gives the logo a strong singular and recognizable element, it gives a subtle nod to the Lambda, which was a significant symbol of gay and lesbian rights born from the 1970s in the wake of the Stonewall Rebellion. The Lambda is an especially apt symbol for the gay liberation movement, which energetically seeks a balance in society and which strives through enlightenment to secure equal rights for LGBTQ people.”
Cooke noted, “We are so thankful to all of the community organizations and businesses that want to give our LGBTQ community something to do as we commemorate the 45th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising in New York. We are excited to include the introduction of our new logo as a part of the celebration!”
The 2015 Stonewall Month schedule is:
Sylvia Rivera Day of Service
June 6, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Service project with Lost-N-Found Youth Thrift Store in honor of the late transgender activist.
Sign up online.
Free screening of “Pride”
June 9, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
The Golden Globe-nominated film returns to Atlanta thanks to Out on Film and Atlanta Pride, so grab some friends and catch this inspiring and funny film.
Sign up online.
LGBT Night at Turner Field
June 10, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Watch the Braves take on the San Diego Padres and a portion of all tickets sold through this promotion benefit Lost-N-Found Youth, Inc. Come early for a pre-game reception with a complimentary drink ticket and stay after the game for a free concert with Charli XCX!
Tickets on sale online.
The Reformation Project Atlanta Regional Training Conference
June 11-13
The conference aims to connect LGBT-affirming Christians with like-minded people in the region to work towards a more inclusive and affirming church.
Registration available online.
Sips-N-Strokes Pride Night
June 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Bring your own snacks and drinks and enjoy a fun night of painting and giveaways.
Tickets on sale online.
East Point Possums Show
June 13, 7:00-11:00 p.m.
The Southeast’s largest drag extravaganza! Free admissions with over 20 acts, food, drink, and fun!
Britney Bash: Atlanta Pride Night at the Eagle
June 13, 10:00 p.m.-3:00 a.m.
DJ Pat Scott is spinning with non-stop Britney from 12 Midnight-2:00 a.m., drink specials, and a change to say goodbye to Atlanta Pride’s outgoing Executive Director Buck Cooke.
Dine Out for Pride at Ria’s Bluebird
June 14, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
The Atlanta institution donates 20% of all sales all day long to Atlanta Pride.
Dine Out for Pride at Varuni Napoli
June 16, 5:00-10:00 p.m.
Visit this small business partner for delicious pizza and 20% of sales that night will be donate to Atlanta Pride.
What Place Does Faith Have in Recovery? Panel Discussion
June 16, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
SOJOURN, the Health Initiative, and Atlanta Pride bring together religious leaders to discuss this important issue in our community.
We Are Family!
June 20, 12 Noon-2 p.m.
LGBTQ families and kids of all ages are invited to enjoy this fun day in Piedmont Park with games, face-painting, kids yoga, and more!
Evening for Equality
June 20, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Celebrating Georgia Equality’s 20th year and the presentation of the organization’s Equality Awards, this event will draw together some of the community’s most influential leaders.
Tickets on sale online.
Bianca del Rio’s Rolodex of Hate
June 20, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Benefitting Atlanta Pride, the winner of season six of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” brings her irreverent comedy show to town.
Tickets on sale online.
Events may be added or changed, so check the Official Atlanta Pride mobile app or website for the latest updates.
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About Atlanta Pride: The main purpose of the Atlanta Pride Committee (APC,) a 501 (c) 3 organization, is to promote unity, visibility and self-esteem among lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender and queer persons and to promote a positive image in the Atlanta area and throughout the Southeastern United States through community activities and services.
The main mission of the APC is to provide lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender and queer persons with cultural and educational programs and activities which enhance mental and physical health, provide social support, and foster an awareness of the past and present contributions of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender and queer persons, through community activities and services, including an annual Pride event.
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