Fairfield To Host 'Power In Pride Picnic,' Flag Raising Monday

FAIRFIELD, CT — With June being Pride Month, Fairfield will host a "Power in Pride Picnic" in support of the LGBTQ+ community at 5 p.m., June 24, at the Town Green in front of Old Town Hall, First Selectman Bill Gerber announced.

The event will include a flag-raising ceremony, music, children's activities, and the reading of a Proclamation from Gerber.

"Fairfield is proud to celebrate the diversity and unity of our Town," Gerber said in a statement. "Pride Month is an opportunity for all of us to commit to acceptance and inclusivity, and to create an environment where everyone feels valued."

From Gerber's announcement:

When: Monday, June 24 at 5:00 p.m.

Where: Town Green in front of Old Town Hall (rain venue: Burr Homestead tent)

What:

• Flag Raising Ceremony
• A Proclamation by First Selectman Bill Gerber
• Speakers:

- Rev. Curtis Farr, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
- Michael Testani, Fairfield Public Schools Superintendent
- Adrien Lopez, Fairfield Warde High School Student
- State Representative Sarah Keitt, 134 th District, Fairfield and Trumbull
- Rev. Sara Smith, United Congregational Church, Bridgeport

• Music provided by Fairfield Center Stage
• Picnic on the Green: BYO picnic blanket, food and beverages
• Chalk Walk and Bracelet Making Activities

Please RSVP to FirstSelectman@Fairfieldct.org.