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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260825
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SUMMARY:Marsha P. Johnson’s Birthday
DESCRIPTION:On this day in 1945\, Marsha P. Johnson was born. Famous for being one of the initiators of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising\, Johnson was a gay liberation activist and a self-identified drag queen. Her legacy would go on to influence many in the LGBTQ+ community. \n#HappyBirthdayMarsha  \n#MarshaPJohnson
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/marsha-p-johnsons-birthday/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T200000
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SUMMARY:Fiesta En La Plaza
DESCRIPTION:Join Joliet LEDA for Fiesta in the Square on Sunday\, September 13\, at Joliet City Square! This free community celebration brings together families\, local businesses\, artists\, and organizations for a day of live entertainment\, delicious food\, cultural experiences\, and family-friendly activities. Come celebrate Latino culture\, support local vendors\, and enjoy an afternoon of community\, connection\, and fun. \nCome find the Joliet Pride Network table at the event and see what events we have coming up and perhaps pick up some JPN swag!
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/fiesta-en-la-plaza/
LOCATION:Joliet City Square\, 91 N Chicago St\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
CATEGORIES:Observances,Partner Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
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SUMMARY:Bi Visibility Day
DESCRIPTION:Bi Visibility Day\, celebrated annually on September 23rd\, is an international awareness day to recognize\, celebrate\, and raise visibility for bisexual people and the broader bisexual+ (bi\, pan\, fluid\, etc.) community\, combating bi-erasure and stigma by highlighting their history\, culture\, and unique challenges. Started in 1999 by US activists Wendy Curry\, Michael Page\, and Gigi Raven Wilbur\, it aims to educate others and foster understanding\, reducing unique prejudices bisexual individuals face. \n#BiDay  \n#BiVisibilityDay  \n#BiVisibility
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/bi-visibility-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20261008T163535Z
CREATED:20261008T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T163535Z
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SUMMARY:International Lesbian Day
DESCRIPTION:International Lesbian Day is a day of celebrating lesbians\, along with their culture\, history\, and diversity. \nIt is closely related to Lesbian Visibility Day\, which is meant to bring attention to the unique issues lesbians face.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/international-lesbian-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20251231T205708Z
CREATED:20251231T205708Z
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SUMMARY:National Coming Out Day
DESCRIPTION:National Coming Out Day (NCOD) is an annual LGBTQ+ awareness day on October 11th\, celebrating the act of “coming out” (sharing one’s sexual orientation or gender identity) as a courageous step toward authenticity and visibility\, raising awareness for LGBTQ+ rights and promoting acceptance for those still struggling to be open\, a tradition that began in 1988 following a major gay rights march. \n#NationalComingOutDay
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/national-coming-out-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20261012T020357Z
CREATED:20251231T210819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261012T020357Z
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SUMMARY:Matthew Shepard Remembrance Day
DESCRIPTION:October 12th is widely recognized as a day to remember Matthew Shepard\, the date he died in 1998 from injuries sustained in a brutal anti-gay hate crime in Laramie\, Wyoming\, prompting major advocacy for federal hate crime legislation. \nOrganizations like the Matthew Shepard Foundation encourage reflection and action on this day to combat hate and promote acceptance\, with related remembrance events often occurring around October 6th (the attack) and October 12th (his death).  \n#MatthewShepard
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/matthew-shepard-remebrance-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20261016T213609Z
CREATED:20251231T210953Z
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SUMMARY:Spirit Day
DESCRIPTION:Spirit Day is an annual observance\, held on the third Thursday of October\, where millions wear purple to stand against bullying and show support for LGBTQ youth\, especially transgender and nonbinary youth\, who face harassment and discrimination. Started in 2010 by teenager Brittany McMillan after a wave of bullying-related suicides\, it’s a major anti-bullying movement promoted by GLAAD\, encouraging people\, brands\, and media to “go purple” as a visible sign of solidarity and acceptance. \n#SpiritDay  \n#LGBTQYouth
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/spirit-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20251231T212225Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T212225Z
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SUMMARY:International Pronouns Day
DESCRIPTION:International Pronouns Day\, held annually on the third Wednesday of October (October 15\, 2025)\, is a global observance to normalize sharing\, respecting\, and educating about personal pronouns\, affirming basic human dignity and creating inclusive spaces for everyone\, especially transgender and gender nonconforming individuals who are disproportionately affected by misgendering. It encourages people to share their own pronouns (like she/her\, he/him\, they/them) to foster understanding and respect for diverse gender identities. \n#InternationalPronounsDay
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/international-pronouns-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTSTAMP:20261026T033530Z
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SUMMARY:Intersex Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Intersex Awareness Day\, celebrated annually on October 26\, is a global day for grassroots activism to end shame\, secrecy\, and non-consensual surgeries on intersex people\, advocating for bodily autonomy\, physical integrity\, and self-determination. It marks the anniversary of the first public protest by intersex activists in Boston in 1996\, who demanded respect from the medical community for variations in sex characteristics (chromosomes\, gonads\, genitals\, hormones) that don’t fit typical male/female binary definitions. \nThe day highlights the challenges intersex individuals face (particularly erasure) and promotes understanding\, inclusivity\, and human rights. \n#IntersexAwarenessDay \n#IntersexPride
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/intersex-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20251231T211900Z
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SUMMARY:Intersex Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Intersex Day of Remembrance\, also known as Intersex Day of Solidarity\, is observed annually on November 8th\, marking the birthday of Herculine Barbin\, a 19th-century French intersex person. The day serves to honor those lost to abuse or suicide\, raise awareness about non-consensual medical interventions (like forced surgeries) on intersex children\, and advocate for intersex rights\, dignity\, and bodily autonomy\, highlighting issues of intersex genital mutilation and human rights. \n#IntersexDayOfRemembrance
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/intersex-day-of-remembrance/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T200000
DTSTAMP:20261020T011633Z
CREATED:20251231T212410Z
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SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date \nOn November 20th\, join the Joliet Pride Network as we gather for our inaugural Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) event. \nTogether\, we will honor and remember the lives of transgender\, non-binary\, and gender-nonconforming individuals lost to anti-transgender violence over the past year. In a time where community and solidarity matter more than ever\, we invite all LGBTQ+ community members\, friends\, and allies in Will County to stand with us in remembrance\, strength\, and hope. \n📍 Location & Time Details: Coming Soon
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/transgender-day-of-remembrance-2/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Community Event,Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTSTAMP:20251231T212531Z
CREATED:20251231T212531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T212531Z
UID:801-1796083200-1796169599@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day
DESCRIPTION:World AIDS Day\, observed annually on December 1st since 1988\, unites people globally to fight HIV/AIDS by raising awareness\, showing support for those living with HIV\, remembering lives lost\, and pushing for progress in prevention\, treatment\, and ending the pandemic. It serves as a crucial opportunity to educate communities\, combat stigma\, and advocate for equitable access to services\, highlighting medical advancements while acknowledging ongoing challenges\, often symbolized by the red ribbon. \n#WorldAIDSDay
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/world-aids-day/
CATEGORIES:Observances
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