Stockton has PRIDE for the first time - Northern California

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Stockton has PRIDE for the first time
POSTED BY BWCONTRIBUTOR ⋅ AUGUST 10, 2012

STOCKTON, CA – The San Joaquin Pride center will host Stockton's first Pride Festival in recent history on Saturday, August 25th, 2012 at Oak Grove Regional Park. In Addition, there will be a pre-event celebration and art exhibition held on Friday, August 24th, 2012 at the Mexican Heritage Center and Gallery from 6PM until 9PM.

On Friday evening, the Mexican Heritage Center's exhibition will celebrate the historic event with an evening of music, art and food.

"LGBT artists are invited to provide samples of their work via email for consideration. This exhibition is expected to show a lot of talent and emotion as we invite this proud community to exhibit up to 3 pieces each," said Executive Director Joel Reyna.

A $10 hanging fee, per selected piece will be assessed to exhibiting artists.   Work Sample submission deadline is 8/17/12.  Artists will be notified by 8/19/12.
Sample submission/additional information to MHCG director, Joel Reyna, Jr., at director@mexicanheritagecenter.org or (209) 481-1725.



Stockton Pride Festival
Celebrating Diversity within San Joaquin County
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For the first time in Stockton, our local LGBT community will come together at a festival to celebrate diversity and educate the public about the importance of respect, tolerance and equality.

The Stockton PRIDE Festival will take place on Saturday, August 25th 2012 at Oak Grove Park, Stockton, CA. This vibrant and growing event is the only event of its kind in Stockton. Please come out to enjoy the food, festival atmosphere, and free entertainment.

WHERE

Oak Grove Regional Park

4520 W Eight Mile Rd. Stockton, CA 95209

WHEN
August 25th, 10 am - 7 pm

HOSTED BY
San Joaquin Pride Center