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1 Debbie Englund with Clayworx facilitated painting projects.
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Photography by MORGAN CARTIER WESTON
2 Chatham County Public Health’s LouAnn Riddle, Minerva Perez and Olivia Taylor.
The PBO Pride festival, held at The Plant in Pittsboro June 1 and 2, celebrated its second year with a vibrant display of inclusivity and community spirit. Founded in 2023, PBO Pride advocates for queer individuals and allies throughout the county, providing a safe space for people to express their authentic selves. This year’s festival was presented by the NC Arts Incubator, and festival-goers enjoyed a day filled with music, art and community engagement. cm
3 Bear Roots perform on the Rainbow Stage. 4 PBO Pride volunteers Juliete Quigley and MB Clark. 5 Second Bloom’s Rodolfo Ramirez and Susan Borgesi. 6 Sharon McConnell and Josh Rudy of the Chatham County Beekeepers Association. 7 Chatham Animal Rescue and Education’s Shelly Ryder and Yileen Liu. 8 Hempsmith’s Rob Hamlet and Arlo Estill.
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C H AT H A M M AG A Z I N E
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024
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