PBGP Honors Patrick Murphy
Philadelphia Black Gay Pride (PBGP) kicks off April 22 with a full week of events. This year, the organizers will honor Patrick Murphy with the first-ever “LGBT Friendly Politician of the Year Award.” The former congressmen and veteran is credited with helping to push the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” repeal, allowing for LGBT members of the armed forces to serve openly and honestly. He’s also currently running for Attorney General of Pennsylvania as a Democrat from Bucks County.
Patrick Murphy is being honored by Philadelphia Black Gay Pride (courtesy of Patrick Murphy)
“I think it goes without saying that Congressman Murphy’s dedication to our community was instrumental in the repeal of DADT,” says Chris Alston, PBGP President. “His level of commitment made him the clear choice in what we hope will become one of our signature annual presentations.”
Former Congressman Murphy will accept the award on April 27 (7:30 p.m.) at the Crowne Plaza on City Avenue during PBGP’s opening reception and family reunion.
“I am honored to receive this award from an organization that is working so hard to further equality and ensure justice for all Philadelphians,” says Murphy. “As a Congressman, I worked with groups like this one to repeal the discriminatory ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ policy. When I’m attorney general, I will work with you to extend equality to all Pennsylvanians, regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation.”
Here’s a round up of events:
April 22
Mr. & Miss Philadelphia Black Gay Pride (6 p.m) at Gershman Hall
April 24
Remixed Fashion Youth Roundup (9 p.m.) at Attic Youth Center
April 25
Speed Dating (5 p.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
Bowl with Pride (10 p.m.) at PEP Bowl
April 26
Fifth Annual One Night Stand Spoken Word and Poetry Slam (7:30 p.m.) at Arts Garage
Party (10 p.m.) at Encore
April 27
LGBT Friendly Politician of the Year Award (7:30 p.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
The Evolution Ball (8 p.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
Taking it Back Old Skool (9 p.m.) at Roy’s Comfort Zone
Welcome to Philly Black Pride (10 p.m.) at 3G Lounge
Simply Christopher (10 p.m.) at Voyeur
Midnight Movie Madness (12 a.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
April 28
Pride Workshops (10 a.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
Girlz Will “B” Boyz (3 p.m.) at Club Onyx
Speed Dating (5 p.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
Caribbean Heat Party (7 p.m.) at Crowne Plaza on City Avenue
Love & Lust (10 p.m.) at Mikey’s American
Simply Christopher (10 p.m.) at Shampoo
April 29
White Party (10 p.m.) at Whisper
