Glendora Forward hosts Glendora’s first Pride celebration

On Friday, June 24th, 2022, Glendora Forward will host “Pride in the Foothills” to celebrate LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer) 🏳️‍🌈🦄💕❤️ for Pride month. Pride month is celebrated annually in June to honor the 1969 uprising at the Stonewall Inn which sparked a liberation movement — a call to action that continues to inspire us to live up to our Nation’s promise of equality, liberty, and justice for all. Pride in the Foothills is open to everyone- LGBTQ and allies. The event’s name is a play on the city’s slogan, “Pride of the Foothills,” and will be held from 4pm-8pm at Gladstone Park.

“The city recently updated Gladstone Park playground with a new inclusive design for children with all abilities—that with its central location makes it the perfect space to hold Glendora’s first LGBTQ celebration,” said Mallory Buril, who serves on GF’s event committee and board.

Pride in the Foothills will feature interactive activities including face painting, paint a pot with the nonprofit group Plants 4 the People, a fitness session by LGBTQ owned Grit & Gratitude Fitness, and a very special performance from Trans Chorus of Los Angeles, or TCLA.

“Pride in the Foothills is really a historic event for Glendora. We engaged the community throughout the planning process and have received an outpouring of support, partnership, and excitement for this celebration,” said Julie Porter, Glendora Forward event committee and board member.

Food vendors from Glendora Public Market will offer “Pride Specials” for people who would like to purchase and bring food to the event. See below for details and more information.

Pride in the Foothills
Friday, June 24th, 2022
4pm – 8pm
Gladstone Park, 600 E. Gladstone Ave, Glendora CA
Bring blankets, umbrellas, food, drinks and games!
Free & family friendly

Events & Schedule:
Face Painting

Paint a Pot with Plants 4 the People
Plant a flower, then paint a pot with your favorite rainbow pride colors with Plants 4 the People. Plants 4 the People is founded on the idea that food has the power to heal, educate, and connect people. Many people don’t have the means or the knowledge to engage in healthy eating habits, let alone cultivate their own produce. Our mission is to educate, promote, and sustain a strong community through engaging with what is in our garden and on our plates.

Glowing & Growing with G&G Fitness, 5pm
Join Grit & Gratitude Fitness for a 30 minute light body weight strength workout! All you will need is a yoga mat or towel & water to stay hydrated! All ages and fitness levels welcome!

Grit & Gratitude Fitness is a Latina, LGBTQ owned home-gym located in Glendora. CEO and Personal Trainer, Angel, takes a holistic approach to this health and growth journey. G&G’s mission is to educate, empower, and encourage people to get fit from the inside by focusing on Mindset, Movement, Nutrition, & Recovery! Services that are offered are: In-Person sessions, Semi-Personal Group Sessions, Virtual Sessions, Remote coaching, and Mindset Community Calls. At Grit & Gratitude Fitness we value holistic health, personal growth, and inclusivity. 

Special Performance by Trans Chorus of Los Angeles, TCLA, 7pm
About TCLA: We embrace all members of the trans community and bring awareness of the trans experience by developing understanding, caring and support through song. We celebrate diversity so that others can share in this joy through our music.

Food Partners:
Purchase & Bring Pride Specials from our friends at Glendora Public Market!
* Please note— there will not be any food or drink for sale at the event itself. Pride specials below must be purchased from the vendors and picked up at Glendora Public Market, 905 E. Arrow Hwy., Glendora, CA, and brought to Gladstone Park by guests. To redeem the discounts below, mention “Pride Picnic” and discount will be applied at check-out. The discounts are applicable for the day of the event only, and apply only to in-person orders.

• Doghaus/$10 Any Haus item, includes a side & drink- Glendora location only

• Boba Break/Buy one, Get one* half price (*equal or lesser value)- Glendora location only

• bushi by JINYA