“…I would have hoped to see our First Selectman maintain a backbone for at least a week. Instead, he walks back his statement, muddies the water and gives comfort to bigots. It’s not a profile in courage. It’s a profile in cowardice and I am embarrassed for my town.” – State Rep Steve Meskers
“After what happened to me in 2019 when my identity was stolen and the person who did it cowardly hid in the shadows until he was caught, is enough to remind us that we should never accuse people without facts. If you remember, there were a few people in the DTC who claimed that I put the signs up, and we have not heard an apology, nor any type of explanation for those accusations back in 2019.” – Fred Camillo Continue Reading →
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Greenwich Pride 2023 Event Set for Sunday, June 4 at Town Hall
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After a Proclamation, Pride flag raising and speakers, the event will continue with games, activities and ice cream. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Greenwich Pride, LGBTQ+
Teens Honored with 2023 Gender & Racial Justice Scholarships at YWCA Greenwich ‘Stand Against Racism’ Event
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Seven local high school students were honored for their efforts in their school communities. Speakers talked about the connection between racism and discrimination and homelessness. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Schools, Anakhu Heru, Bobbi Riddick, Clipper Singsen, Fred Camillo, Jamilah Roselin, Jordyn Sesler
Disappointment at Characterization of Award-Winning LGBTQ+ Book as “Disgusting”
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“This nonsensical witch hunt on literature that we’re seeing across the country and which our town is clearly not immune to, led by a disinformed fringe, is nothing short of draconian and dangerous.” – Allison Kahn Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, Allison Kahn, Fred Camillo, Gender Queer: A Memoir, LGBTQ+, Maia Kobabe
Christ Church to Host Ice Cream Social for LGBTQ+ and Allies
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Enjoy the ice cream truck, bring friends and meet new ones. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Christ Church Greenwich, LGBTQ+
Lamont: CT First to Partner with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association
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Under the partnership, Connecticut will be positioned alongside the top global destinations and brands committed to year-round support of LGBTQ+ welcoming travel. Continue Reading →
Filed under: News, Connecticut, Connecticut Office of Tourism, IGLTA, LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ Travel Association
LGBTQ Pride Flag-Raising at Greenwich Town Hall Set for Sunday
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June is a time for both LGBTQ+ people and allies to come together to honor the community and to commit to creating a more inclusive world where everyone can belong and thrive. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, #GreenwichHasPride, LGBTQ+
Christ Church Picnic for LGBTQ+ and Allies
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Children, youth, families, singles, and every combo are welcome! Continue Reading →
Filed under: Christ Church, LGBTQ+
Pride Week Celebrates Diversity at Greenwich High School
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Pride Month is a worldwide celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer people that takes place in June. The Pride Week at GHS was run by the student Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) Club, with a week of fun activities available to all students. Continue Reading →