A Pride event showcasing LGBTQ+ -owned small businesses was held in Sunnyvale. The event also highlighted the talents of a local drag troupe.On Wednesday night, the Rice Rockettes drag troupe performed at the Oasis Makers Fair held at Sunnyvale's TETRA Hotel. The troupe provided entertainment as people shopped with vendors who support the LGBTQ community. "We do like to volunteer at different organizations as well as showcasing our product.
"I’m a teacher, so it’s very important for me to relax and take care of myself in whatever way I can and taking a bath was my favorite thing to do," said Farmer. As the Rice Rockettes entertained, people also talked about why celebrating Pride Month is essential to the community. "Happy Pride to everybody! Just supporting the community and showing support to small business owners is very important to me, especially during these hard times," said Charmaine Milan, of San Jose.