Boston Public Library plans 19 Drag Queen Story Hours for young kids during Pride Month
The Boston Public Library is set to host 19 Drag Queen Story Hour events for young children during Pride Month. These events are primarily aimed at children aged 18 months to five years old and will feature performances by various drag artists. The initiative has sparked both support for promoting inclusivity and criticism regarding appropriateness for young audiences.
- ▪The library's drag story hours are part of a broader 46-program Pride Month initiative.
- ▪Most events are designed for children aged five and under.
- ▪Drag performer 'Ms. Patty' will host 17 of the story hour events.
- ▪Critics argue that drag story hours are inappropriate for children, while supporters claim they promote literacy and inclusivity.
- ▪Several states have enacted laws restricting drag performances in front of minors.
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Media Boston Public Library plans 19 Drag Queen Story Hours for young kids during Pride Month Most events are listed as suitable for children 18 months to five years old By Kristine Parks Fox News Published May 27, 2026 10:50am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Liberals double down on failed woke agenda Why do liberals keep doubling down on policies that clearly aren’t working? The fellas—Josh Holmes, Comfortably Smug, Michael Duncan, and John Ashbrook—jump straight into a week where the NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Boston Public Library branches will be hosting 19 drag queen story hour events for young children and their families throughout June as part of the library system’s LGBTQ+ Pride Month programming.
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