Chicago-area library cancels drag queen bingo event for teens over 'vitriolic' threats

A library in a southwest suburb of Chicago has canceled a drag queen bingo program for teenagers “due to threats” it has received.

A library in a southwest suburb of Chicago has canceled a drag queen bingo program for teenagers “due to threats” it has received.

The Downers Grove Public Library had planned the event, which was geared toward seventh through 12th graders, for National Coming Out Day on Oct. 11.

In a statement Monday, the library announced it was not moving forward with the program because "it is not possible to provide a safe place for everyone due to the threats made."

Library Director Julie Milavec, who declined to disclose the nature of the threats. said authorities are investigating.

“Due to the severity of the threats made against the library, we have been forced to cancel the event. It is our responsibility to keep you safe," Milavec said. "We are disappointed and saddened by some of the vitriolic feedback that we received for what was meant to be an evening of fun and celebration of self-identity and self-expression.”

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/chicago-area-library-cancels-drag-queen-bingo-event-teens-vitriolic-th-rcna47451


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