Hundreds of LGBTs and allies turned out at Penn’s Landing Feb. 22 for the first-ever Winter Pride. The event featured an appearance and performance by out Olympic ice skater and Pennsylvania native Johnny Weir, who took time to pose for pictures and sign autographs. City Councilman Mark Squilla, who represents the Gayborhood, presented Weir with the first WinterPride Award, which will be given in his name in future years. Guests who didn’t want to try their feet on the ice were able to peruse indoor information tables, such as one hosted by the City of Brotherly Love Softball League, and take in the sights and sounds of Penn’s Landing with hot chocolate. Shuttle buses ran between the site and several sponsoring bars in the Gayborhood, which held after-Pride parties. The event was organized by Philly Pride Presents, which stages the annual summer Pride festival and OutFest. Scott Drake
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