Reading Pride Celebration

With the arrival of warm weather, one realizes that Summer is fast approaching and that the Reading Pride Celebration is not too far away. While busy finalizing all the events, Reading Pride is delighted to announce that this year’s headliner will be the internationally acclaimed hit-maker Thea Austin.  Anyone who has ever spent time on a dance floor will have no problem remembering her many hits (”Don’t Stop”, “Rhythm is a Dancer”, “I Can’t Get Enough”, “I Got the Power”) just to name a few. Also performing at this year’s event and back by popular demand is Tom Goss.



While many believe that Reading Pride is just a one day event, it is actually so much more. It is true that the main Pride Festival will occur on Sunday, July 18th in Centre Park, but it is actually an entire weekend of events. On Friday July 16th, Reading Pride will gather at the Reading Area Community College for the showing of a documentary film, discussion and a reception. On Saturday July 17th, Reading Pride will host an interfaith prayer service/reception and later a pre-pride party at the Red Star Saloon. On Sunday evening July 18th the weekend will conclude with a dance.


Not only is the Reading Pride Celebration more than just a one day event, the organization holds fundraisers throughout the year. Join us at these upcoming events: “The Fourth Annual Evening at Stirling” on Sunday, May 16th from 3-7 PM, 1120 Centre Ave.(Price is $30 in advance/$35 at door and includes entertainment, silent auction, hot & cold hors d'oeuvres, carving station, beverages, beer, wine, coffee and desserts);“A Kick Off to Summer Party” on Sunday, June 6th from 2-6 PM at the Brick House Pub, 1348 Brooke Blvd, in Kenhorst (Price is $15 for indoor picnic/dance party including complimentary keg, picnic food, door prizes and cash bar); and “Joyride: A Gay Event at Dorney Park” on Saturday, May 22nd from 7:30 PM to 1:00 AM, Reading Pride will partner with New York City Pride to sponsor an evening of fun and entertainment at Dorney Park. 


You are also encouraged to become a member and help with the work. The general membership meeting is held on the 3rd Monday of the month at Chef Allan's. Note that in the couple of months prior to the July Pride weekend, the general meeting then begins to meet every other Monday and eventually every Monday leading up to Pride weekend.
You may want to serve on any of the various committees such as: entertainment; newsletter; fundraising; vendors; community development; interfaith prayer service; decorating; public relations/marketing; web site; election/audit; grants/sponsorship; and events operations. Generally speaking, committees meet on certain Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Waldorf Cafe.


Tickets for events can be purchased by calling Lori at 484.955.1490 or Rich at 610.375.8209. For further info, see readingpridecelebration.org 

This article was written by Donald Maher, Chair, Public Relations/Marketing Committee, Reading Pride Celebration    

Today the Executive Board of Heritage of Pride has unfortunately decided to cancel Joyride for this year due to lower than expected ticket sales. We are continuing to work with Dorney Park to make sure everyone who purchased a ticket is notified. The park has decided they will honor any ticket purchased for Joyride at any time during the season, otherwise they will be allowed to get a full refund. Heritage of Pride will still make good on any ticket commissions earned by you organization for tickets sold through you and not refunded by May 29th. I will be sure to keep you posted on any further developments regarding Joyride including the possibility of doing the event in the Summer of 2011.

Please let me know if you have any questions. I think you again for all of your time and efforts.


Please let me know if you have any questions. I think you again for all of your time and efforts. 
Join us for the first JOYRIDE 2010 LGBT EVENT at Dorney Park, sponsored by Heritage of Pride. Tickets are on sale only through this website and limited ticket outlets, making this exclusive event for family and friends in our Community of Pride. Dorney Park is located near Allentown, Pennsylvania with easy access to I-78; just 60 to 90 minutes or less from most points in Metro Philly, New York and Northeast and Central PA.


Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 22, 2010, from 7:30pm to 1:00am for an exciting night of music, entertainment, rides, games and tasty treats to eat! Don't  miss out, buy your tickets now!


Please see the JOYRIDE info desk in the main plaza for full-day admission information. Please not that ONLY JOYRIDE tickets will be valid for admission to the evening JOYRIDE 2010 LGBT EVENT from 7:30pm to 1:00am.

Wildwater Kingdom will not be open.
Visit www.dorneypark.com for more information and additional directions.

Entertainment, a fabulous silent auction, hot & cold hors d'oeuvres, a carving station and assorted beverages including beer and wine. Food served 3:30 to 5:00. Finish the evening with assorted desserts and coffee.

Tickets are $30.00 in advance or $35.00 at door.
Tickets may be purchased through pay pal or by calling Rich at 610.375.8209

All Proceeds Benefit Reading Pride Celebration

Wear pink on April 14, 2010!

The goal of DayofPink.org is to bring this message across the world, through an international day of action that anyone can take part in. We encourage groups to not only wear pink in support of Diversity, but to also hold events and activities that will engage their community.

Across the world discrimination continues to be the leading source of conflict. Discrimination is racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, anti-semitism... and many others. These social diseases affect how we work, study and treat one another; and they create barriers, bullying, harassment, hate and violence. DayofPink is more than just a symbol of a shared belief in celebrating diversity - it's also a commitment to being open minded, to being understanding of differences and to learning to respect each other.

Show your true colors!
2010 Gay Dat at the Philadelphia Zoo
Saturday, April 17, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Family Friendly Entertainment, Wild Guests, and Community Members Just Like You!

Tickets on Sale @ http://www.waygay.org

Working in conjunction with the Philadelphia Zoo and other LGBT organizations, the William Way LGBT Community Center is excited to announce Gay Day at the Philadelphia Zoo scheduled for Saturday, April 17, 2010. As with last year, the Center and other organizations will be selling tickets through April for this event with family friendly entertainment, wild sights, and opportunities for LGBT individuals and families to network and have fun.

Stay tuned for additional details on entertainment! With Center information in the Peacock Pavilion, the event will also highlight some special forms of entertainment sure to be a hit with young and old alike. An exciting component of this year’s Gay Day will be Creatures of Habitat: A Gazillion-Piece Animal Adventure opening just one week prior to Gay Day! Children and adults alike will be able to view life-sized LEGO® sculptures of some of the most beautiful endangered species currently walking the earth! Buy your tickets today!

Tickets can also be purchased at the William Way Center in person at 1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. Please remember to leave your contact information along with payment to the attention of Development Coordinator Josh Kruger and to specify which organization you are buying your tickets through!

Tickets are $10.00 if purchased online ahead of the event, so sign up now! This is a family friendly event.
www.waygay.org

Have a laugh.
Share the joy.
Help a girl survive.

Eve Ensler’s

The Vagina Monologues
Sat. April 10 8:00pm Sun. April 11 2:00pm

GENESIUS THEATER 10th & Walnut Streets, Reading

TICKETS visit www.brownpapertickets.com or call 484-332-0098


To learn more about our V-Day Campaign or “The Vagina Monologues” visit www.vday.org