Annapolis Pride

A Discussion with Police on Safety for LGBTQ+ Individuals and People of Color
2023-04-04 20:00 (America/New_York) | MD
A Community Conversation
Join Annapolis Pride on Thursday, April 13 from 6-8 pm at the Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library for a special event focused on issues facing the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities and police. Annapolis City Police Department Community Outreach Officer Amy Miguez and Anne Arundel County Police LGBTQ+ Liaison Officer Katelynn Stanley will be on hand to answer questions. Historian, Author, Activist and Annapolis Pride Board Member Chris Haley will facilitate the conversation. Submit your questions by April 10 to: https://rb.gy/2vwk.

The Kinsey Sicks - Drag Queen Storytime Gone WILD!
2023-04-04 20:00
Drag Queen Storytime Gone Wild! has made its WORLD PREMIERE with sell-out performances in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and The Kinsey Sicks return to the US this week with a piñata full of outrageous new parodies to ruin your childhood favorites with a dash of Kinsey classics in a show that audiences call “more important than ever.” You’ll never be able to hear nursery rhymes and other classic children’s songs the same way again!*
The girls’ shameless new show makes a Delaware debut at the Milton Theater in Milton, DE on Thursday, April 6, returns to Rams Head Annapolis on Friday, April 7, and dazzles the Rrazz Room in New Hope, PA on Saturday, April 8. These “voices sweet as birdsong” (New York Times, ahem…) then return to the legendary Birdland Jazz Club on Monday, April 10 for a not-to-miss evening in New York City!

Concert: Your Soul is Welcome Here: A Night of Song and Service
2023-04-12 20:00
You’re invited to an evening of song and celebration featuring the DC-based a cappella chorus Not What You Think. This event is sponsored by the Anne Arundel Affirming Alliance (A4), a group of local churches that welcome and affirm the LGBTQ+ community. If you’re an LGBTQ+ person looking for a church home that welcomes you just as you are, you’ll be able to talk with ministers and members of the A4 churches, from a variety of denominations, before and after the concert. Join us Saturday, April 15th for a reception starting at 6:30 pm and the concert at 7:00 pm. A free-will offering will be gratefully received at the door. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to My Brother’s Pantry. Read more about A4 at annearundelaffirms.com

Get Married at Pride! (Official Event)
2023-04-20 20:00
Ready to take your relationship to the next level? Want to renew your vows? Join us at the Annapolis Pride Parade and Festival as we celebrate love! Anne Arundel County Clerk of the Court Scott Poyer will officiate. Email us for more information at in**@************de.org.

Proclamation Party & Theme Reveal!
2023-04-20 20:00
Join us at Graduate Annapolis hotel’s Trophy Room for the theme reveal for this year’s parade and festival. T-shirts on sale too!

Conversation re: Need for Increased Police Accountability in AA County
2023-04-24 20:00
Have you or someone you know been a victim of racial profiling in traffic stops, illegal body cavity searches, or other offenses in Anne Arundel County? Don’t Live in fear, hurt, shame, or frustration. Be bold and let your voice be heard.
Join Community Actively Seeking Transparency (C.A.S.T.) and its partners for an impromptu conversation around the need for increased police accountability in Anne Arundel County.
Guest Facilitator: Keanuu Smith
For more info: th********@***il.com or call 301-456-0769

7th For Kathy's Sake Event and Continued Conversation on Police Accountability
2023-04-24 20:00
Please join us for the 7th Annual For Kathy’s Sake Event where we will also continue the conversation about police accountability and other issues.
We will be celebrating the victories obtained through the legislature to allow for appeals of autopsy findings on the manner of death, inspired by the circumstances of Kathy’s death .

Purpose – continue a statewide conversation over police accountability, police accountability boards and victim re-traumatization and related updates.

Benefits This event is at no charge to attendees while donations to the nonprofit For Kathy’s Sake are welcome, and attendees can participate in a silent auction. Community leaders and partners are updated on important issues annually.

Large organizations are welcome to sponsor a table for $150 which helps to defray cost and keep this event free to the general public

Again, this event is free for attendees and tickets may be obtained at https://tinyurl.com/FKSMay2023

Sponsorships may be paid at www.forkathyssake.com select donate (warning website photos are graphic)

Pride Ecumenical Worship Service (Official Event)
2023-04-24 20:00

Forward Brewing & Annapolis Pride Beer Release (Official Event)
2023-04-24 20:00
Once again, Forward Brewing is partnering with Annapolis Pride to release a special beer for the 2023 Pride celebrations!

Pride Book Club
2023-04-26 20:00
Celebrate Pride Month with The Lesbiana’s Guide to Catholic School by Sonora Reyes! Enjoy a great book and meaningful discussion in a safe and healthy space to discuss LGBTQIA+ themes in literature. Teens and adults are welcome to attend. Registration is available from May 25 to June 8.
Hosted at the Edgewater Library: 25 Stepneys Ln., Edgewater, MD. If you would like to attend virtually, please register to receive the Zoom link after May 25.

Maryland Hall Healing Conversations: Explore & Protect LGBTQIA+ Identity Through Art
2023-04-27 20:00
The World Health Organization defines holistic health as one’s physical, mental, and social well-being. Five years ago, the White House attempted to ban transgender individuals from military service, and this year alone, twenty different states introduced “Don’t Say Gay” laws. Under these circumstances, LGBTQIA+ individuals suffer greater loss of family, community, and identity leading to higher rates of suicide and self-harm. This healing conversation brings together LGBTQIA+-focused artists and therapists to discuss art as a vessel for exploring and protecting LGBTQIA+ identities. Learn tools for supporting yourselves and the extended LGBTQIA+ populations in your communities through the healing and protective power of art.
Panelists:

Nikki Brooks, Artist
Susan Knause, Architect
Jess Romero, Psychiatric Nurse
Kalima Young, Filmmaker

Bowen Theatre. Doors open at 6 PM, and the Event starts at 7 PM.

Annapolis Pride Festival After Party (Official Event)
2023-04-30 20:00
Join us for a time to let loose and celebrate who we are at The Graduate Hotel. From 5-7 PM is scheduled to be a family-friendly time for all.

ASGT Presents “Head Over Heels”
2023-05-01 20:00
“Head Over” Heels is the bold new musical comedy from the visionaries that rocked Broadway with Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Avenue Q and Spring Awakening. This laugh-out-loud love story is set to the music of the iconic 1980’s all-female rock band The Go-Go’s, including the hit songs, “We Got the Beat,” “Our Lips Are Sealed,” “Vacation,” Belinda Carlisle’s “Heaven is a Place on Earth” and “Mad About You.”
A hilarious, exuberant celebration of love, “Head Over Heels” follows the escapades of a royal family on an outrageous journey to save their beloved kingdom from extinction—only to discover the key to their realm’s survival lies within each of their own hearts.
“Head Over Heels presents a world where the key to paradise is accepting people for who they are, including their sexual and gender identities.” (Louis Peitzman, BuzzFeed News)

Och & Oy: A Considered Cabaret with Alan Cumming and Ari Shapiro
2023-05-08 20:00
Ram’s Head Presents
Alan Cumming (Cabaret, The Good Wife) and Ari Shapiro (NPR’s All Things Considered, Pink Martini) both transport audiences to other worlds through their stories. Now, they’re joining forces in SONG. Witness the exclusive debut of their new evening of tunes and tall tales titled “Och & Oy! A Considered Cabaret”. Musical direction by Henry Koperski.
In a statement, Cumming said, “I’ve gotten to know Ari over the last few years, both socially and when he interviewed me for a couple of events. The last time was an evening in D.C., and by the end of it I realized our chemistry and the unusual combo of us, as well as the fact that Ari has an amazing voice, would make for a really great cabaret show. And kapow! We’re doing it! What I love most is it’s fresh and ever-changing.”
Shapiro added, “When Alan first suggested that we create a show together, I didn’t quite believe him. Then as we started to dig in to this collaboration, I realized how much our professional lives actually complement each other. We’re both storytellers who try to help audiences better understand themselves and the world around them. This show lets us explore those shared ideals on stage together, through stories and songs.”

Glen Burnie Library's Kickoff of Kindness
2023-05-08 20:00
The Summer Reading Challenge theme for 2023 is: “All Together Now”, centered around kindness, friendship, unity and inclusion. The summer reading challenge is a fun way to encourage reading over the summer , and people of all ages are eligible to participate.

Pin Your Pride
2023-05-17 20:00
Come visit our MakerSpace to make a button or sign to show off your true colors and pin your pride for all to see in celebration of Pride Month!

Pin Your Pride
2023-05-17 20:00
Visit our Makerspace to make a button or sign to show off your true colors and pin your pride for all to see in celebration of Pride Month!

LGBTQIA+ Book Club
2023-05-22 20:00
Discussion of One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston.
We will meet every other month to discuss queer fiction and nonfiction titles in a safe and healthy space. All are welcome.

Level Opens Sidewalk Bar for Pride Festival
2023-05-23 20:00
Level a Small Plates Lounge will offer Pride Festival food, water and togo cocktails via their sidewalk bar starting at noon.

Little Artist
2023-05-23 20:00
Preschooler paint night in the morning at Busch Annapolis Library! We will explore open-ended art activities and different art mediums while being inspired by Keith Haring for a Pride Month celebration. This activity may get messy please dress accordingly. Registration is required, and space is limited.

Prep for Pride at Discoveries: The Library at the Mall
2023-05-23 20:00
Stop into Discoveries: The Library at the Mall on Thursday or Friday for Pride-themed fun in an inclusive, family environment. Make and decorate accessories to wear to the Annapolis Pride Parade and show your pride all month long.

Pride Art Show Reception
2023-05-23 20:00
Drop into the Odenton Library to visit our display of Pride-themed artwork created by our community.
Would you like a piece of your art to be in the show? Art labeled with your name and contact information can be dropped off at the Odenton Library from June 21 to 24. We will be accepting printed poetry and 2D art no larger than 18″ by 24″.

LGBTQ+ Mental Health and You
2023-05-23 20:00
Youth Coordinator from On Our Own of Maryland, Inc. will work with teens on mental health issues at Brooklyn Park Library.

Fly Your Flag
2023-05-23 20:00
Come out to Crofton Library to learn some basic hand sewing skills and create your own personal flag. Design a flag or pennant that represents who you are, and fly it with pride!

Colors of the Rainbow - A Pride Crafternoon
2023-05-23 20:00
Come craft with us at Deale Library as we make something unique and special! We’ll supply the materials.

Library Lock-In: Pride Night
2023-05-23 20:00
Take over Discoveries: The Library at the Mall in this after hours event. Join us for an evening of snacks, crafts, video games, and more in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Registration for this event will be open from June 16, 2023 @ 10:00am to June 30, 2023 @ 5:30pm.
Allowed Ages: 11 to 17

Tell Your Story Zines
2023-05-23 20:00
Come one, come all, come to Glen Burnie Library! Anyone with a story to tell is invited to our zine making event! Make an entire book out of just one sheet of paper as artists, poets, activists, rebels, and writers have been doing for centuries and tell your own story.

Pride Friendship Bracelets
2023-05-23 20:00
Join Glen Burnie Library to make a rainbow friendship bracelet to display your PRIDE!

Pride Movie and Craft Hangout
2023-05-23 20:00
Join us in our teen room at Odenton Library for a viewing of the film Love, Simon, and make Pride-themed crafts.

Pride Arts & Crafts for Children & Teens
2023-05-23 20:00
Celebrate Pride month with Severn Library! Drop in to make unique crafts. All supplies provided.
