NG3 Sept/Oct 2020
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thousands tune in to<br />
celebrate notts’ first<br />
online pride<br />
by Nottingham Pride<br />
local group says, “keep<br />
making new friends”<br />
by Nottingham Oddfellows<br />
Vicky McClure, Rob.Green and the Scream Queenz<br />
– along with more than 5,000 viewers across<br />
Nottinghamshire – celebrated Pride from the<br />
comfort of their own homes.<br />
On Saturday, 25 July, Nottinghamshire Pride went<br />
online for the first time in its history as a result of the<br />
coronavirus pandemic. The show, which was hosted<br />
on Nottinghamshire Pride’s website and social media<br />
channels, saw performers and local activists come<br />
together in support of the region’s vibrant LGBTQ+<br />
community.<br />
The show included performances from local artists<br />
such as Concrete Rose, Harlee Rosanna, Kitty Tray,<br />
Miss Bowie, Tash Bird and Titty, as well as a speech<br />
from activist Maryam Dim and a poetry recital by<br />
Ravelle-Sade.<br />
Councillor Rebecca Langton, portfolio holder for<br />
communities at Nottingham City Council, added:<br />
“While it looked a bit different than usual this<br />
weekend, it is nonetheless important and has given us<br />
an opportunity to come together online to celebrate<br />
the LGBTQ+ community in the city. The performances<br />
showcased Nottingham’s talent, energy and diversity<br />
– and I’ve loved watching them.”<br />
To watch the full recording of Nottinghamshire Pride<br />
<strong>2020</strong>, please visit: https://bit.ly/NottsPride<strong>2020</strong><br />
For more information or to get involved in next year’s<br />
event, please visit www.nottinghamshirepride.co.uk.<br />
Despite ongoing social restrictions, local friendly<br />
society Nottingham Oddfellows has revealed big<br />
plans for its annual Friendship Month celebrations.<br />
The group, based in Nottingham is a non-profit<br />
membership organisation which holds regular social<br />
events in the Nottingham area.<br />
Friendship Month, held in <strong>Sept</strong>ember, is an annual<br />
celebration designed to encourage anyone interested<br />
in meeting new people locally to give one of their<br />
special no-obligation social events a try.<br />
On Saturday 5 <strong>Sept</strong>ember, meeting at 10.30hrs at<br />
the Visitor Centre, the group’s hosting a Friendship<br />
Walk around Attenborough Nature Reserve. Non<br />
members are most welcome and all attendees will<br />
receive a goody bag!<br />
Although the group pressed pause on its regular<br />
schedule of face-to-face meetings, it has been a<br />
busy year for its local teams. During the Covid-19<br />
lockdown, staff and volunteers regularly checked in<br />
on its 342 members, many who are shielding or live<br />
on their own.<br />
Karen Pye-Smith, Social Organiser of the Nottingham<br />
Branch of Oddfellows said: “Friendship Month is<br />
our annual celebration of all things friendship, and<br />
this year is no different. We’re still here to welcome<br />
old friends, and new. That’s why we’re encouraging<br />
people to take part in one of our events and see what<br />
we offer.”<br />
Anyone interested in giving the group a try is invited<br />
to give them a call. Contact Karen Pye-Smith on<br />
01476 979572 or 07921821866 or Karen.pye-smith@<br />
oddfellows.co.uk. Future events are also listed<br />
online at www.oddfellows.co.uk/events.<br />
To advertise call 0115 926 9777 or email: sarah@ngmagazines.org.uk 23
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