RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

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Roosevelt Island to Raise Pride Flag in Celebration of Inclusion and Community

Friends, June is almost here, and with it comes a beautiful opportunity to stand together as a community. One of the highlights will be a Pride flag raising ceremony. As we step into Pride Month, Roosevelt Island is ready to…

RIVAA Pride Open Call: Your Artwork Could Anchor Roosevelt Island’s June Gallery Show

RIVAA Gallery is inviting LGBTQ+ artists from NYC to submit work for the “Pride & Prejudice” exhibition, running from June 1-12. Submissions are due by May 15, with a $25 participation fee for accepted artists. The exhibit offers visibility, networking, and community engagement opportunities.

A Pride Flag Rises, and Now Roosevelt Island Salutes

The Pride Flag, a symbol of LGBTQ+ pride, was raised over Roosevelt Island amidst words of support and stories of personal struggles. It represents progress in societal acceptance. The iconic rainbow flag, created in 1978, symbolizes resilience and unity in the LGBTQ+ community’s fight for equal rights and recognition. The event was organized and hosted by Bryant Daniels and featured heartfelt accounts of acceptance and inclusion from community members.