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PHOTOS: Masquerade on the Mall
Whitman-Walker holds 17th annual Spring Gala
The Whitman-Walker Clinic held its 17th annual Spring Gala at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on April 23. Jack Mackenroth of “Project Runway” hosted the auction and awards ceremony. Award recipients included POZ Magazine and Caressa Cameron, Miss America for 2010. Other presenters included Whitman-Walker Board Chair June Crenshaw, Whitman-Walker Executive Director Don Blanchon, and HIV/AIDS issue advocate Shawn Decker.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The Miss Gay Western Maryland pageant was held at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, May 1. Maria R. Posa was crowned the winner with Aura Fixation named first alternate. Both winners are qualified to compete in the 2026 Miss Gay Maryland America pageant.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The new monthly 90’s Flashback Drag Brunch premiered at Red Bear Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 26. Performers included Logan Stone, Tiffany D. Carter and Charlemagne Chateau.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch was held at Salamander Washington DC on Sunday, April 19. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) was presented with the Allyship Award.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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