The Stonewall Anniversary is celebrated annually on June 28th, marking the start of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City, a pivotal event where LGBTQ+ patrons fought back against a police raid, sparking the modern gay rights movement and leading to annual Pride celebrations and increased activism for LGBTQ+ equality. #RememberStonewall #StonewallRiots
Forget everything you know about your grandma’s bingo hall. No rolling cages, no dusty daubers, and definitely no silence. Every first Thursday of the month, Critical Grind transforms into a battlefield of beats and rhythms for Game of Tones Musical Bingo! If you’ve got a “critical hit” ear for music and a competitive streak, this is […]
Monthly board meeting.
Get ready to hit the lanes! The JPN Bowling League is here for an exciting new season. Whether you are looking to throw some strikes, improve your game, or just enjoy some fun Friday night competition, this 6-week league is the perfect fit. (Ages 18+) League Schedule & Pricing Start Date: Friday, July 10 Time: […]
Fins Up, Festive Spirits, and Pride! 🌴🎄⚾ Trade your snow boots for flip-flops and celebrate Christmas in July with a tropical twist! Join the Joliet Pride Network for a special night at the ballpark on Saturday, July 11th at 6:35 PM as the Joliet Slammers present Christmas in Margaritaville Night! We are selling discounted tickets […]
Get ready for the most glamorous event of the summer! The Joliet Pride Network invites you to a spectacular Sunday filled with jaw-dropping performances, incredible fashion, and pure royalty. ✨ Featuring the iconic NAYSHA LOPEZ! ✨ Plus an unbelievable lineup of superstars: 🔥 Mahogany Charlotte 🔥 Tahlia D’Secret 🔥 Keri Traid 🔥 Robert Pineiro 🔥 […]
International Non-Binary People's Day is celebrated annually on July 14th, a date chosen to fall precisely between International Women's Day (March 8th) and International Men's Day (November 19th), highlighting identities outside the gender binary. It's a day to raise awareness about non-binary experiences, celebrate the diversity of non-binary identities (neither solely male nor female, or […]
International Drag Day is an annual global celebration on July 16th, honoring drag culture, performers (queens, kings, etc.), and their significant contributions to LGBTQ+ history, activism, and artistic expression through fashion, makeup, and performance. Started by Adam Stewart in 2009, the day highlights drag's evolution from marginalized entertainment to a mainstream force for self-expression, joy, and […]
The Joliet Pride Network hosts a regular “gayme” night at the Critical Grind Board Game Cafe in Shorewood, IL on the third Thursday of the month from 7-11pm. The “gayme” night is an event designed to promote inclusion, dignity, and acceptance by providing a safe and friendly environment for the local LGBTQ+ community and its […]
Joliet Pride Network is Proud to sponsor Wallyball every third Saturday of the month from 11am – 1pm at the Annerino Community Center in Bolingbrook. The event is free to attend, it isn’t a competitive game, and is just a lot of fun! Join us to meet new friends, create community, and play wallyball! Similar […]
Join us at Critical Grind Sunday 7/19 @ 2pm for this month’s book club featuring the thriller/mystery “Seat 11C” by local author Rita Potter. There will be an author reading, a Q&A session, and a book signing. The author requests that you purchase your copy of the book (physical or eBook) from https://amazon.com. Copies for […]
Fourth Tuesday of the month is JPN’s Monthly Movie Night! Join us on Tuesday, July 28th, for a fun evening out as we watch the newly released film The Odyssey (2026) at Regal Cinema Bolingbrook. Relax, unwind, and enjoy great company with the Joliet Pride Network! Tickets: $5 each (discounted by JPN!) ● 6:30 PM – […]
