Join the Somerville Public Library and the City of Somerville Health and Human Services Department to "Paint Your Pride!" in a joy-filled series of Community Art events! The completed works will be displayed in the Library's Gallery @ SPL for Pride Month!

About Paint Your Pride:

Expressing one’s pride in their individual identities is critical for one’s well-being. Asserting who we are is an act of self-love and self-care. Samples of queer designs meant to inspire will be provided at a several events, and through take-and-make opportunities, but participants are free to paint (or draw, color, or sketch) in any way that best expresses who they are. We hope this experience of painting and sharing who you are with the community will bring moments of joy, creativity, and of course, pride!

How to Participate:

Canvases and painting supplies will be provided at this event, OR you can pick up a "Paint Your Pride" Kit from one of the Somerville Public Library locations. Please register so we know how many supplies we need. This program is intended for children, tweens, and their families. If you're an adult looking for a Paint Your Pride event please see our Paint Your Pride Virtual Paint Night and Paint Your Pride with Alex Makes Art programs. 

All completed canvases and artwork should be turned into the Somerville Public Library by June 1 to be included in our “Paint Your Pride Tiny Art Show,” showcased in the Gallery @ SPL during the month of June.

Please stop by our Gallery in June to take a look at what our community has created, but we especially hope you will join us for a Reception on Saturday, June 15 to celebrate the artists and their work.

Questions? Contact Keri at kbradeen@somervillema.gov