June is Pride Month - Pride Month commemorates and celebrates LGBTQ activism and culture through the years.

The celebration gives the world a chance to discover the accomplishments that the LGBTQ+ community have made; in fact, many have changed the world. It's important to recognize the many positive contributions the LGBTQ+ community have made to society.

They've made a difference in activism, business, dance, film, theater, government, television, military, music, religion, science, sports and literature.

Traditionally, in many cities, there have been parades, protests, drag performances, live theater and memorials. 

Locals and visitors will notice the colors of the rainbow throughout Downtown for the first time this year. As allies of the LGBTQ+ community (or as part of the LGBTQ+ community), about a dozen businesses will hang the new "Progress Flag."   

Did you know each color represents something? Here is a break-down:  

Red - Life

Orange - Healing

Yellow - Sunlight

Green - Nature

Blue - Harmony

Purple - Spirit

The black and brown stripes represent people of color. Baby blue, pink and white represent trans individuals in its design.

We Welcome Everyone -  It's no secret that Downtown Rock Springs is "LGBTQ-friendly." Locals and visitors can feel safe and welcome in our community; after all, Wyoming is the State of Equality.  

You don't need to travel to big cities to find a place to be yourselves and relax. Visit Downtown Rock Springs.

Whether you're yearning to escape or make new friends, Downtown Rock Springs is the place to be!

We are dedicated to making sure people know that Downtown Rock Springs is LGBTQ+ friendly.

These businesses have an ongoing acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals. For the perfect spot to spend time just being comfortable, visit one of these locations: (this list is evolving and growing so please check back often for updates)  

• A Touch of Class Floral 
• Art Official Tattoo
• Bello Capelli Salon, LLC
• The Bike and Trike
• Bitter Creek Brewing
• Boschetto's European Market 
• Broadway Burger Station
• Broadway Theater
• Brokerage Southwest
• Casa Chavez Mexican Restaurant
• Chelsea Blau Photography
• Coal Train Coffee Depot 
  Community Fine Arts Center
  
• Cowboy Crepes and Cafe 
• Daniel's Jewelry 
• Dave's Appliance and Repair 
• Downtown Putt Around Mini Golf 
• Abarrotes El Primo 
• Eric Phillips, Attorney At Law 
• Escape Day Spa & Boutique
• Escape 307 Rock Springs
• First Bank
  High Country Realty
  
• I-80 Remote Control
• Iron Cowboy Crossfit
• Dugout Collectibles & Games
  
• The Java Peddler 
• The Stellar Cellar
  
• Jen Hargove Photography
• Lovely Chaos Salon
• Joe's Liquor and Bar 
• Mack and Co Crafts LLC
  
• Muttley Crue
• New Studio Photography and Framing
• New York Life - Charles Robbie Lee
• On Stage Salon 
• Park Hotel
• Pickin' Palace
• Pretty In Pink salon
• Rebel and Roots Boutique 
• Rock Springs Historical Museum 
• Rock Springs Library 
• RSNB Bank  
  Rushmore Furniture
  
• Sidekicks Book and Wine bar
• SHINE premier nail studio, llc
• Skin City Ink & Steel
  
• Square State Brewing
• the yarn and the tale
• Wyoming Club 
• 307 Real Estate Group 

There are also several events and special resources available to members of the LGBTQ+ community:

• Drag for a Cause
• SWWY Rainbow Connection
• Wyoming Equality
• Sweetwater Pride

The sun has come out of hiding and outdoor seating options are available to locals and visitors in Downtown Rock Springs. 

Outdoor seating not only expands restaurant/bar capacity, but residents and travelers can enjoy fresh air and warm weather with their favorite meal or beverage.

Don't Eat Inside! - Boschetto's European Market, 617 Broadway Street, is a popular deli in Downtown, specializing in homemade sandwiches like The Godfather, Philly Cheesesteak and French Dip. 

They are especially famous for their Kronski sausage. 

Go Back in Time! - Wave at drivers while you wait for your meal at Broadway Burger Station, 628 Broadway Street. This hip, nifty-50's-themed restaurant is well known for their epic milk shakes and other cool treats to help you beat the heat! 

Shade, seafood, service and more! - Unwind with a Sweetwater Wheat or a Coal Porter under the umbrellas at Bitter Creek Brewing, 604 Broadway Street.   

Have a seat near the tracks - Watch the train go by as you sip your coffee at Coal Train Coffee Depot, 501 South Main Street. 

It's not sweater weather - Wear some sunscreen and read a book from Sidekicks Book and Wine Bar, 507 Broadway Street. 

Get some Vitamin D with a shot of expresso - Watch the clouds go by as your barista serves you your favorite "energy boost"  at The Java Peddler, 612 Broadway Street across from Daniel's Jewelry. 

Soak up the sun - Enjoy a refreshing, unique craft beer at Square State Brewing, 422 South Main Street. Follow their Facebook page for live music updates.

Pets enjoy outdoor seating too! - (Just ask the owner for permission first)  Have a cold one and play a game of Horse Shoe at the Wyoming Club. 

Get your basket ready - Bring a homemade picnic or order take-out from your favorite Downtown spot and head to the Pocket Park, on the corner of North Front Street and M Street.  

Lunch and live music - Go to the grassy area behind the Sweetwater County Public Health building off of South Main Street for the Brown Bag concert series, Tuesdays, Noon to 1:30. 

Shade or sunshine? - The choice is yours at Bunning Park.

Bunning Park has plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy a quiet meal or listen to live music.   

Concerts in the Park take place on Wednesdays at 7 pm. This year, performers have volunteered to entertain locals and visitors for tips only so don't forget to bring a few dollars! 

Litter, graffiti and illegal dumping destroy the beauty of our communities. It is everyone’s responsibility to put garbage in proper places. More importantly, it is up to us to teach future generations to take care of our environment.

With City-Wide Clean-up just finishing, locals and visitors are reminded to keep our hometown clean all year long. To that end, The Rock Springs Main Street/Urban Renewal Agency and Mayor Tim Kaumo are announcing “Take 10 on Tuesday.” This new city-wide initiative is aimed towards maintaining the cleanliness of Rock Springs by encouraging all city residents and businesses to take ten minutes every Tuesday to clean dirt, debris, and trash from around their homes, businesses, in nearby vacant lots, alleys, etc.

            “If you see trash on the sidewalk while you’re on your way to lunch, don’t walk by it,” Mayor Kaumo advises. “Please pick it up; even if it isn’t yours, this helps improve our entire community.”   

Everyone can find a spot in town to focus on for a few minutes on Tuesdays.

The season of tourism has begun in Sweetwater County. If residents keep our community tidy, it will leave a positive impression on those who are traveling through, first impressions mean a lot in obtaining return visitors to our community.  

Mayor Kaumo added, “Joining together as a community and simply taking ten minutes out of your day to clean up will display the pride that we have for our community while making it vibrant and welcoming to all.”