For our user agree- ment, click here . It's an event that traces its history back to small beginnings in the mid-1970s. But while it once attracted just a few hundred participants, it now draws corporate sponsorship for a weeklong celebration that attracts as many as 30,000 people. The centerpiece is a parade through downtown Portland on Sunday, but other events continue through June 27. Pride '99 events Here are some events scheduled for Pride '99.
All events are free.
1- 6 p.m. Sunday. Booths, beer garden and performances on Saturday by Portland Taiko, Rainbow Flava of San Francisco and Alice Di Micele. Readings from the works of lesbian writers. Since that time, the event has evolved into something mainstream enough to attract sponsorship, yet inclusive enough to justify the lengthy title above.