LGBTQ Pride Talks Held At Port Washington Public Library In June

PORT WASHINGTON, NY — June 1 marks the beginning of LGBTQ Pride Month. And this year, the Port Washington Public Library is celebrating with a host of programs and events.

These discussions will cover everything from LGBTQ representation in popular culture to the fight for justice and inclusion during the Stonewall Riots of 1969. Some events will be held over Zoom. More information can be found on the library system's website.

Below are some highlights:

June 2

Sandwiched In with Ron Brown - Christopher Street: A Gay City Within a City

• Description: A pre-recorded discussion on the LGBTQ+ community in NYC and the religious and political oppression that members faced before the Stonewall Riots on June 28, 1969. Tune in any time on June 2.

June 14

Afternoon on Broadway with Stephen Nachamie - LGBTQ+ Representation on Broadway

• Description: Award-winning stage and film director Stephen Nachamie will examine the work and representation of LGBTQ+ artists and issues on the New York stage. The event starts at 3 p.m.

June 25

Virtual Sandwiched In with Roger Rosen - Queer and Gender Theory: You'd Be Surprised What You Already Know

• Description: An interactive program exploring Queer and Gender Theory — which was created to deconstruct traditional notions of sexuality and gender identity in literature and culture. The event starts at 12 p.m.