Coming Up Soon in Iowa
- Red Carpet Fundraiser for Pride in Memory • Davenport April 28, 6:00 pm.
Enjoy a sneak peek at a new documentary about the untold history of the Quad Cities' LGBTQ community, plus a showing of the impactful 2012 AIDS/HIV documentary, "How to Survive a Plague." The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 6 p.m.; the sneak peek happens at 7 p.m. "Our Story: Pride in Memory" is a production of Tammy and Kelly Rundle of Fourth Wall Films, and QC Pride in Memory. Admission is $50; get your tickets here.
- Tea & Tarot • Cedar Rapids May 2, 6:00 pm.
Gather at ReAlive Metaphysical for social time blended with tarot readings. "Bring your ideas and insights." Open to Tarot enthusiasts at all levels.
- Make a Kumihimo Bracelet with Pinch Beads • Iowa City May 4, 1:00 pm.
Victor Schmidt guides you in creating a classic round braid on a kumihimo foam disk (or bring your own marudai) using pinch beads. No experience needed to create this beautiful bracelet. Class registration is $72 if you bring your own tools and $92 to use Beadology's. All classes also include large-screen demos. Register here.
- Mr/Miss/Mx Raisin Fundraiser for CR Pride • Cedar Rapids May 12, 8:00 pm. See "celebrity" bartenders from the Cedar Rapids area compete in drag to represent the Raisin legacy. All proceeds benefit CR Pride. To sign up as a participant, email devaughn@crprideia.com.#lgbtqpride2024
- History on Tap • Davenport IA May 16, 6:00 pm. Promising "a more engaging and refreshing approach to learning," this monthly series features speakers on topics ranging from "ancient civiliations" to "modern innovations," paired with your favorite cold brew of beverage. All on the scenic Lardner Balcony. Cash bar with snacks.
Coming Up Soon in Illinois
- Queer Cinema: "Swan Song" • Carbondale May 1, 3:00 pm.
"Swan Song" is a 2021 film about a hairdresser who sneaks out of his nursing home to help style the hair of a dead woman, and rediscovers himself along the way. Presented by the Southern Illinois University LGBTQ Resource Center; free and open to all students, staff, faculty, alumni, friends, family and community members.
- Joliet Pride Network Youth Queer Prom: Under the Western Stars • Joliet May 11, 6:00 pm.
Dress for prom, for a Western, or "whatever makes you feel fabulous." Open to all youth who identify as LGBTQ+ and allies ages 12-20. Includes dinner. Coordinated by the Joliet Pride Network. Tickets are $10; order yours here.
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- Springfield PrideFest • Springfield May 18, .
Drag, food, vendors and more at this annual event coordinated by the Phoenix Center LGBTQ nonprofit. Follow the Springfield PrideFest Facebook page for more information.
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- Plainfield Pridefest • Plainfield IL May 19, 11:00 am.
Featuring vendor fair, live music, family zone, and more. Coordinated by Plainfield Pride.
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