Pride Month at BPL
In June, Burlington Public Library proudly joins the 2SLGBTQIA+ community to “raise the Rainbow” for Pride Month. This annual observance commemorates the Stonewall Uprising in June 1969 in New York City, which sparked the Gay Rights Movement. Public libraries are safe and welcoming spaces for everyone. Inclusion is one of our core values at BPL. So, we’re excited to unite with the community as a proud ally to celebrate diversity and the freedom to be yourself.
What's On
This year, we celebrate Pride Month with an inspiring author talk, a critically acclaimed movie, and special storytimes for families. At Central, pick up a button at our MakerSpace and show your Pride!
Family Storytimes
Sharing stories about love, understanding, and accepting differences.
Royal Rainbow Storytime
- Date & Time: Sat June 6, 10:30-11:30am
- Location: Central Branch
We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and self-expression at this special family storytime. Create a special ally button, connect with Pflag Halton for local resources and listen to stories and songs in a family-friendly drag storytime performance. This event is geared to kids ages 4 to 8. Children must bring an adult, and adults must attend with a child. Register for Royal Rainbow Storytime.
Rainbow Storytime
Read, sing, and play along in this joyful Family Storytime celebrating love, inclusion, and community. Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger.
Afternoon at the Movies: The Birdcage | June 16
A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen companion agree to put up a false straight front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée's right-wing, conservative parents. An adaptation of La Cage aux Folles, this multi-award-winning American comedy has a star-studded cast that includes Robin William, Nathan Lane, Dan Futterman, Calista Flockhart, and Gene Hackman. Join us for this screening of The Birdcage on Tuesday, June 16, 1:30-3:30pm.
All movies are shown in Centennial Hall, Central Branch. No need to register, but please plan to arrive 15 minutes before showtime.
In Conversation with J.M. Frey | June 23
- Date & Time: Tue June 23, 7-8pm
- Location: Central Branch
Burlington Public Library welcomes Toronto-based author J.M. Frey to discuss the ideas and stories behind her queer speculative fiction novels. A time-travelling tale (with a nod to old-timey bodice rippers), Time and Tide made the New York Times' Best Romances of 2024 List. Frey's latest novel, Nine-Tenths, is a heartwarming romantacy in which a dragon, coffee beans, and a centuries-old conspiracy blend into an enchanting read. Register to attend the author talk with J.M. Frey. Explore J.M. Frey in our collection
For those participating in BPL Reading Challenge, come for the Monthly Meet-Up at 6:15pm and stay for the author talk at 7pm!
Inclusion All Year Long
We put a spotlight on Pride during the month of June, but we want everyone to feel welcome at our branches all year long. During your next visit, you may notice that we have a statement of inclusion at all our service points. Please join us in our commitment to inclusion and respect for all while you are at the library.
Read with Pride!
Read to discover, read to understand, read for pleasure—explore our collection of Staff Picks Pride booklists with reads for all ages.
