Rainbow Lights Display
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 Georges River Council is proud to celebrate and show support for its diverse community with an installation of Rainbow Lights at Hurstville Plaza each evening during Pride Month.
The rainbow light display will return to Hurstville Plaza to playfully symbolise inclusive representation and the need to provide safe spaces for our LGBTQIA+ community.
Where: Hurstville Plaza.
When: Sunday 1 June – Monday 30 June 2025.
Time: 6.00pm to 10.00pm.
Cost: Free.
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Live Mural Painting
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Visit Clive James Library & Service Centre, Kogarah and see the amazing Pride Mural take shape.
This work will be painted live by a talented LGBTQIA+ artist during the month of June. The mural represents and celebrates the diverse LGBTQIA+ community and contributes to making the library a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone. It is located alongside the Pride Collection, which provides books and resources that feature LGBTQIA+ stories and authors.
Where: Clive James Library & Service Centre, Kogarah.
When: Saturday 1 June to Sunday 30 June 2025, during the library’s opening hours*. *Please note pending painting schedule the artist may not be present every day.
Cost: Free.
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Queer Film Festival with The Story Mill
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Meet with queer film makers from The Story Mill for a short film festival.
Showcasing their film Peach and Pineapple and other short films interspersed with story sharing about their creative processes and careers in film-making.
When: Friday 6 June 2025,
Time: 6.00 - 7.30pm.
Where: Hurstville Library.
Cost: Free.
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Youth Event: Emerging Artists Performance Night
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 Join us for a fun night of live entertainment with diverse performances from talented young LGBTQIA+ artists. Plus a special performance from our MC - Dyan Tai (they/them), celebrated Electronic Musician, DJ, and Cabaret Artist.
Livestreaming link and recorded video with captions will be shared via email after registration. Performances will be followed by a chill session with the opportunity to eat pizza, socialise and/or join some fun activities.
When: Friday 13 June 2025.
Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm.
Where: Hurstville Library Exhibition Area.
Cost: Free.
Recommended for ages 12 – 30 years old.
Book Youth Event: Emerging Artists Performance Night
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Baby Explorers - Special Rainbow Session
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This special Baby Explorer during Pride Month will include books from our collection focusing on themes such as family, love and friendship.
The program begins with stories and songs in the sensory pit to help settle the babies. It continues with a guided tour of the current Main Gallery exhibition.
When: Wednesday 11 June 2025.
Time: 10.15am – 11.30am (Guided tour 10.35am, sensory pit open from 10.15am - 11.30am).
Where: Hurstville Museum & Gallery.
Cost: $5.25 per adult participant. Babies are free.
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Coming In versus Coming Out: Alternative dialogues from the CALD LGBTQIA+ community
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Join us in celebrating the diversity and lived experiences of the CALD LGBTQIA+ community.
This family-friendly afternoon will feature a traditional Chinese Drag Queen performance, panel discussion and networking session.
Speakers include Bernard Saliba (he/him) academic and co-creator of the Inviting In resource, Cedric Yin-Cheng (he/they/他/Ta) CEO of ANTRA, and Kunal Mirchandani (he/him) Community Outreach Director of Trikone. Hosted by Francisco Lopez (he/him), ACON Pride Inclusion Programs.
When: Saturday 21 June 2025
Time: 3.00pm – 6.00pm.
Where: Civic Theatre, Hurstville.
Cost: Free (catering provided).
Book Coming In versus Coming Out
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Rainbow Story Times
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 Join Georges River Libraries for a series of family friendly Rainbow Storytimes to celebrate our LGBTQIA+ community throughout Pride Month. These special story time events will feature books from our library collection and help teach children about important themes such as family, love and friendship, embracing diversity, and belonging. Listen to stories, sing songs, and do fun craft activities.
Oatley Library: Tuesday 3 June 2025. This event has passed.
Penshurst Library: Wednesday 11 June 2025. This event has passed.
South Hurstville Library: Thursday 19 June 2025.
Clive James Library, Kogarah: Friday 27 June 2025.
Time: 10.30am - 11.15am.
Cost: Free.
Age: Children 3-5 and their families and carers.
Bookings are not required. Please arrive on time on the day to ensure your spot.
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Pride Bookmark Competition - all ages
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Imagine seeing your artwork featured on a Georges River Library bookmark! Five winning designs will be selected and printed into library bookmarks that will be available at all five branches. Draw upon your experiences, emotions, and ideas to express yourself.
Winners receive a $200 Westfield gift voucher. Artworks will be based on the theme: What does allyship look like to you?
Read 5 Tips on How to be a Good Ally for some inspiration. Get involved and show your support for diversity, inclusion, and the power of community. Open to all ages.
When: Submit your Entry Form by Monday 30 June 2025.
Where: Online, Georges River Libraries, Hurstville Museum & Gallery.
View the Competition Terms and Conditions.
Submit your Competition Entry Form
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Colouring Station
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 During the full month of June, for Pride Month, Hurstville Museum & Gallery will be offering a free drop-in colouring station to celebrate our LGBTQIA+ community.
When: Sunday 1 June to Sunday 29 June 2025.
Where: Hurstville Museum & Gallery.
Cost: Free.
View more information on our Colouring Station event page.
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