June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQ+) Pride Month dedicated to the celebration and commemoration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender pride. It began after the Stonewall riots, a series of gay liberation protests in 1969, and has since spread outside of the United States.
The month recognizes the impact that the LGBTQ+ community has had on U.S. history. President Bill Clinton first designated it as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month on June 11, 1999, with President Barack Obama proclaiming it Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month 10 years later. Pride Month means stepping into your light and taking complete joy in celebrating love. It is about celebrating LGBTQ+ history, fighting discrimination and honoring difference.
If Pride Month has a special meaning to you, share your personal story on the Camden County website sparkcreative.wufoo.com/forms/camden-county-pride/
Communities are stronger when all people, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or sex characteristics, are fully recognized as free and equal members of our society.
The Voorhees Township Committee is proud to join other towns, counties, and states in observing Pride Month and in honoring the history of the LGBTQ+ liberation movement and to support the rights of all citizens to experience equality and freedom from discrimination. Pride Month supports awareness and provides support and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community and is an opportunity to act and engage in a dialogue to strengthen alliances, build acceptance and advance equal rights.
Therefore, the Township of Voorhees proclaims June 2023 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
** The Animal Welfare Association presents “Barking Lot Sips & Brews” on Thursday, June 22 from 5:30-8:30pm on the AWA Campus. Live Music by Opus Soul, Food Trucks, Tito’s Signature Cocktails, the Berlin Brewing Company and a Corn Hole Tournament. This is a free and pet-friendly event. For more information, contact Meggin Olivo at (609)706-9841 or visit www.awanj.org
** The Voorhees Arts Center and Gallery Birthday Bash is on Wednesday, June 28 at 6pm at the Voorhees Town Center. The Gallery has been a staple in the community for 5 years showcasing the work of local artists. Live performances, art exhibits, face painting, craft stations and refreshments will be provided for everyone to enjoy. For more information, contact artsadmin@voorheesnj.com
** The second show in our Voorhees Summer Series is on Thursday, July 20 at 7:30pm, featuring singer/songwriter/recording artist Anthony Liguori, Jr. and his Tribute to Elvis Presley, “The Legend Lives.” The Beer Garden and food trucks will open at 6:30pm. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets. For more information about this free event, visit voorheesnj.com or call the Show Hot Line at 856-882-SHOW.
** Voorhees Township is offering discounted tickets for Morey’s Amusement Piers and Water Parks located on the Boardwalk in Wildwood, NJ. Tickets may be obtained in person from the Office of the Voorhees Township Clerk (856) 429-7757 and are payable by CASH ONLY. Tickets are available to residents and non-residents. The tickets do not expire.
