"And now that I can march freely in uniform, I think it's a great display for the navy."Ībout 200 active-duty troops participated in last year's San Diego gay pride parade, but they wore T-shirts with their branch's name, not military dress.Ībout 200,000 people were expected at this weekend's annual parade and festival in Balboa Park. Nobody's leading a second life," he said.
"We've all been able to talk more freely about our lives. The 47-year-old said that since last year's repeal of the "don't ask, don't tell" law barring gays from serving openly, he has received unconditional support from his fellow officers. The defense department said Thursday it did so because organizers had encouraged military personnel to march in their uniform and the parade was getting national attention.Ĭommander Kent Blade, who will retire this fall after 26 years in the navy, said being able to march in uniform was a perfect culmination of his career. In a memorandum sent to all its branches this year, the defense department said it was making the allowance for the San Diego event even though its policy generally bars troops from marching in uniform in parades.
It's something I'm incredibly thankful for." "It's about putting on my uniform and taking pride in my service, my fellow service members, my family and myself.
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"Today is so important," said navy lieutenant Brian McKinney, who marched with his civilian partner, Hunter Hammonds. Early-Bird pricing is valid until 11:55pm on Monday, July 12th and includes: - 5 discount on general admission ticket, -One general admission to event, -One complimentary cocktail or a glass of wine, -One free entry into the San Diego Pride Business Mixer raffle. Coast Hwy, Oceanside, California 92054Ġ1 June 12:00 pm Flag Raising at Palomar Collegeġ140 W.Spectators waved signs reading, "Thank you for your service." A woman held a placard that said: "My gay son is a naval officer." Broadway, Vista 92084Ġ5 June 2:00 pm Pride Drag Show at Hi/Lowģ00 N. The Table, 170 Calle Magdalena, Encinitas 92024Ġ4 June 9:00 am Zumba Pride Fundraiser at Oceanside Dance AcademyĤ095 Oceanside Blvd., Suite G, Oceanside 92056Ġ4 June 7:00 pm Woman to Woman / Lesbian Pride Night Paris believes that InsideOUT as a business is one that gives back as much love as it has been given and that can only be done alongside a team of dedicated, kind and diverse people.Ġ2 June 7:00 pm Light up with PRIDE: Interfaith Affirming Gathering
As a business woman, she focuses on creating an inclusive space for the Hillcrest community. When off the stage, Paris can be found operating the newest venture of the Mos Universe Group called InsideOUT San Diego. In recent years, she has also been given the honor of being a headliner in the San Diego Pride festival with her high production show featuring San Diego based guest entertainers for the True Colors Revue, praised to be a show given with heart. presents UNITE Music Festival - San Diego Pride 2021 - Friday, J Monday, Jat Night Owl Events: Spin Nightclub - 2028 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92210, San Diego, CA. Her performance style, though fierce, leans towards being light hearted, whimsical, and uplifting, all while dawning elaborate custom made costumes one of which has been worthy of being featured in the San Diego History Museum. Eventbrite - Happy Dark Productions, Inc.
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She is a woman who wears many hats in the different aspects of her professional life but all those tend to focus back into one important thing, her love for her community.Īs a drag entertainer she is able to combine her talents as a trained dancer with her passion and formal education in fashion design. Her parents used Center Services during her coming out as well as throughout her transition which inspired her to help further their outreach now as an adult. There will also be Run and Stride with Pride, a 5k run and walk, starting right before the parade on Saturday, July 16 at 10 a.m. Born and raised in San Diego California, Paris is always proud to boast about the impact the Hillcrest community has had in her upbringing and their important role in who she is today. This weekend, San Diego LGBT Pride will be hosting the 37th annual Pride parade, a festival and rally from July 15 to July 17. Paris is a California based Drag entertainer, nightlife personality, community activist and business owner.