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Lesbian McHugh to appear

‘L Life’ author will be at Busboys and Poets for discussion

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15 years ago

June 9, 2011

Staff reports

Author Erin McHugh will be at Busboys and Poets this week. (Photo by Jennifer May)

Author Erin McHugh and Nan Buzard, senior director of international response and programs at the American Red Cross will be discussing service on a local and global stage and the future of the LGBT movement within the greater context of Pride month at Busboys and Poets (2021 14th St., N.W.) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday.

Buzard is one of 27 women featured in McHugh’s recently released book, “The L Life: Extraordinary Lesbians Making a Difference.” Some of the other women featured are actress Jane Lynch, comedienne Kate Clinton, cartoonist Alison Bechdel and Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum.

This is a free event that will take place in the Langston Room and is co-sponsored by Abrams Books.

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Opening Reception

Durand Bernarr headlines program

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14 hours ago

May 24, 2026

Michael Key

Durand Bernarr performs at the 2026 DC Black Pride Opening Reception on Friday, May 22. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball

Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride

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1 day ago

May 23, 2026

Landon Shackelford

The 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Schackelford)

The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)