Since March, Barnegat Pride has experienced strong growth as a haven for the area LGBTQ+ community. On Saturday, Sept. 28, it will reach a new milestone when the group holds its first dinner party and gift raffle event, beginning at 5 p.m. at the Waretown Volunteer Fire Co.’s venue hall, located at 117 Wells Mills Rd. in Waretown. Carrie Diona, founder and director, said tickets are $40 per person