LGBT Parents Group Celebrates 5-Year Anniversary

The group started in March 2020. When Covid lockdowns kicked off, a small group of families started meeting at playgrounds to let their kids burn off some energy. When those shut down, they shifted to parks. But as restrictions tightened and parks closed too, the crew moved their hangouts to private spots—homes, pools, and hot tubs. Eventually, though, the cops stepped in and that put an end to it.

Now that restrictions loosening up, the group has taken off. They’ve moved from weekly get-togethers to monthly events, and have grown to over 50 LGBT families. Based in West Hollywood, the group welcomes new LGBT folks into the fold.

Update: The brunch was a wonderful time for all. Later on, after the confetti settled, Darryl Sher had this to say about the morning get-together:

Our 5th Anniversary Brunch Party was another fun-filled event, featuring entertainment from Queen Angelina. Officer Raygoza from the Sheriff’s Office also stopped by to showcase his squad car decals and handed out junior officer stickers to the kids.

To cap off the celebration, Councilmember Danny Hang presented our group with a Certificate of Recognition, which reads:

“In recognition of your 5-year anniversary and your unwavering dedication to creating a welcoming and supportive space for LGBTQ+ families in West Hollywood. The City of West Hollywood commends your commitment to building a stronger, more vibrant community where every family is celebrated. Congratulations on this milestone, and we wish you many more years of shared laughter, learning, and love.”