Austin Parks and Recreation invites you to celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride month at DAC Nights on Wednesdays, June 5, June 12 and June 26 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Dougherty Arts Center (DAC), 1110 Barton Springs Rd. 

DAC Nights is a free, all ages, event series that usually takes place monthly to provide the public with an opportunity to engage in the arts while building community. Each month’s event has a new artistic and cultural topic of interest. This month is LGBTQIA+ Pride.

On Wednesday, June 5, queer Texan poet Ariana Brown will perform her poetry, delving into queerness, black personhood, and liberated futures. This event for participants 15 and up. Register in advance as seating is limited.

On Wednesday, June 12, Behind the Zines will teach the making and crafting of zines, an art form deeply rooted in Queer history and self-expression. Teaching artists will be on hand to help you create your own zine. 

On Wednesday, June 26, delve into “Craftivism” and sustainability with Dougherty Arts Center staff and guest instructor Cidnye Stott at DAC Nights: Mend Mania. According to online publication, them., “needlepoint is likely the campiest art form in human history.” And the DAC agrees!

For more information, visit AustinTexas.gov/DAC.