Advocate. Educate. Celebrate.
PFLAG Somerset is the Somerset, Kentucky chapter of PFLAG. We advocate for, we educate about, and celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ lives.
A Quick Word of Welcome
PFLAG was founded by a mother publicly supporting her gay son in 1973. That's right, 50 years old! PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their families, and allies. You don't have to be a parent to join our ranks; you just have to be a friend.
PRIDE MONTH 2024: ARE Y'ALL READY FOR THIS?!?
PRIDE PROM 2024: 6-10 p.m. Friday, June 7,2024 540 Hwy 3057, Somerset
Pride Prom will be held this year at the Old Ferguson School across the railroad tracks (540 Highway 3057, Somerset, Kentucky). Our theme is Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Due to a scheduling conflict, we will be having the event on June 7th rather than June 1st--so you, too, can go celebrate in Corbin, Kentucky! We are thrilled to announce that we have secured a Diamond for our Drag Queen this year. That's right, folks, we have a King (Viktor Diamond) and Queen (Tiffany County) set to perform at approximately 9:30 p.m. Get those tickets! Note: this is geared towards folks 16 and older.
Picnic at the Park: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, 2024
Join us for our annual Picnic in the Park, held at the same location as our Prom this year. We will be supplying a main dish (an assortment of sandwiches). We ask attendees to bring a dish to share along with an ingredients card to avoid allergy issues.
Pride Pottery Paint & Sip: 4 p.m. Friday, June 21, 2024
Join Chill Out and Proud Somerset at The Hip Kiln for a Pride Pottery Paint & Sip! Pottery & beverages will be available to purchase. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot.
PRIDE IN CORBIN: 12-5 p.m. Saturday, June 22, 2004, Nibroc Park
Corbin is having their very first Pride! You don't want to miss this! Also, note they are having their own Picnic in the Park on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 701 Engineer Street (St. John's Park). Free food and activities for all ages!
Lexington PrideFest: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, June 29, 2024 Central Bank Center
The festival consists of live entertainment, speakers, a diverse array of vendors, food and drink, community booths, and activities. It is an event of the Lexington Pride Center.
Danville Area Pride Picnic Potluck: 6-8 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 2024 Combs Warehouse 853 W. Walnut St.
Join our friends in Danville (we bet you'll spot some PFLAG Danville folks) at this Pride Picnic where you can enjoy a side of fun with your food with chosen family. Email danvillekypride@gmail.com for more info!
OPPORTUNITIES TO GATHER
Support Meetings
PFLAG Somerset hosts support meetings on the fourth Thursday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. EST at A New Beginnings Achievement Center (600 Bogle Street, Somerset, Kentucky). Park in the lower lot and enter through the door on the right. Our meetings are confidential and all are welcome, including LGBTQ+ youth and adults, family members, chosen family, friends, allies, and those who wish to learn more about LGBTQ+ issues. You do not have to be a member to attend, though we will have membership and volunteer sign-ups available at the meeting. Should you wish to become a member, dues are $10.00 per household at this time, with National dues covered through to the beginning of our fiscal year (September). For this month's September meeting, we are hearing from AppalReD on housing rights, discussing opportunities to serve on the board, and reminding folks that membership dues are due as we begin our new year. We have 10 tickets available to give away for Chill Out and Proud, and there will be light refreshments (pizza, so if you need accommodations, let us know).
2024 Schedule:
September 26, 2024 Speaker: James Fahringer, AppalReD Legal Aid
October 24, 2024
HoliGay (Date TBD, held in lieu of November and December)
2025 Schedule:
Jan 23, 2025
February 27, 2025
March 27, 2025
April 24, 2025
May 22, 2025
June 26, 2025
July 24, 2025
August 28, 2025
September 25, 2025
Help Us Build
PFLAG Somerset is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We are made up of a volunteer board and rely on generous donations from the public to operate. Donations allow us to provide resources, programming, and events to the community (which directly impacts the mental health of all, especially our youth). Any amount helps and is appreciated.
