Richmond, BC – Richmond Public Library invites community members of all ages to participate in the library’s Pride festivities, offering a range of programs in partnership with the City of Richmond and the Hamilton Community Centre. “The library’s Pride Week programs help promote diversity within our community,” said Kate Adams, Head of Children and Family Services at Richmond Public Library. “Pride programs and resources create visibility and support for LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and their families.”
On Friday July 30, the library, the City of Richmond and the Hamilton Community Centre are pleased to welcome back guest performer Bryan Bone, also known as Miss Gina Tonic, for Drag Queen Storytime. Bryan Bone is an art teacher at a Richmond high school. This inspiring, fun, virtual event is ideal for children ages 3 and up and their families to come together, enjoy and engage in conversations about celebrating what makes us unique.
During Pride Week, the library’s Storytimes will feature inclusive stories that explore LGBTQIA2S+ themes. Join us on Facebook at 10:00am on Monday July 26 and Wednesday July 28, and at Storytime in the Park on Tuesday July 27. These Storytimes are for children of all ages to experience with their families.
On Tuesday July 27, the library will be screening three short National Film Board documentaries back-to-back from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Designed for teens, adults and seniors, the films include Beauty, I am Skylar and Last Chance. These documentaries explore gender-creativity among children, the journey of a transgender girl who is supported by her family and community as she moves through puberty, and the experiences of homosexual asylum seekers as they try to integrate into life in Canada. The library is offering these film screenings to inform and inspire meaningful and thoughtful discussion. These films will be screened online, not in-person.
In addition to offering programming, library staff have created Pride Week book lists featuring stories for children, teens and adults about love, acceptance and understanding. You can find the lists here:
For more details about these events and to register, visit the library’s events calendar or call 604-231-6413.