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New audiobook tells the William-and-Kate backstory

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‘William & Kate: The Love Story’ by Robert Jobson
Read by Paul English
Bolinda Audio/Brilliance Audio
$29.99
Nine CDs; 10 hours, 31 mins.

Sometimes, you feel as if you were born to do what you do.

As does William Wales but — according to journalist Robert Jobson — Prince William doesn’t yet want the job that awaits him. In the recent audiobook “William & Kate: The Love Story” (read by Paul English), you’ll learn why and more.

It sounded like a romance straight from a cheap paperback: boy meets girl, boy loses girl, boy gains wife. But in the path toward marriage, Prince William and Kate Middleton took a few side-roads.

They met at school. Jobson says the Prince was inundated with dates: girls who wanted to be seen with the handsome second-in-line to the throne. Beautiful Kate caught the Prince’s eye, too, but they were friends first, then roommates sharing a flat with a few others.

During that time, William’s “greatest hope” was to be left alone by the press, and he was, to a point. But when it became obvious that he and Kate were an item, the paparazzi practically drooled.

Was press stress the reason William and Kate kept breaking up? Jobson reports several messy break-up-make-ups but says Kate Middleton did everything right. She didn’t push her prince or give him an ultimatum. Instead, she gave him lots of room and freedom to decide that she was the one he ultimately wanted as his queen.

So what does the future hold for the monarchy?

The Queen, says Jobson, appears to be quite close to William and she seems to be passing more duties forward to him and to Charles. Charles, Jobson says, knows fully well that he is less popular than William. And a good number of British citizens believe that the monarchy should be disbanded.

Can’t get enough of the Royals? Then grab a cuppa and curl up because “William & Kate: The Love Story” in audio holds more than 10 hours of romance, gossip and elegance.

With an edge that only someone allowed in the inner circle could have, author Robert Jobson tells not just how the “Wedding of the Century” came about, but also why it’s significant. Jobson includes a few lessons in history and some interesting asides, as well as several wonderfully snarky comments and a few bombs of which Royal watchers might not know.

And, of course, half the appeal of an audiobook is its narrator. With perfect verbal aristocracy, Paul English is exactly the right reader to bring this romance to life.

If you climbed out of bed in the wee hours of the morning last April to watch a wedding, just think of this audiobook as a belated wedding favor. For you, “William & Kate: The Love Story” is a treat fit for royalty.

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Lesbifriends Travel to host queer night out

DC Power FC game to be held at Audi Field

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Lesbifriends Travel will host “Queer Night Out: DC Power FC Game” on Wednesday May 6 at 7 p.m. at Audi Field. 

This will be a fun night out as DC Power FC takes the field at Audi Field, kicking off with a happy hour meetup in Navy Yard before the group walks to the stadium together. Lesbifriends and Travel group will be seated together in the stands, making it easy to connect, cheer, and enjoy the game with people who just feel like your people.

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Calendar: May 1-7

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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Friday, May 1

Go Gay DC will host “First Friday LGBTQ+ Community Social” at 7 p.m. at Silver Diner Ballston. This is a chance to relax, make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this classic retro venue. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite

“Illusions The Drag Queen Show Washington, D.C.” will be at 7 p.m. at 2323 18th St., N.W. Come see this amazing D.C. drag show and laugh all night long while being amazed by the stellar performances in tribute to some of your old-time favorite classics as well as the latest pop favorites. Come see the likes of Madonna, Cher, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Joan Rivers, Phyllis Diller, Beyoncé, Pink, and many more. Tickets are $12.97 and are available on Eventbrite

Saturday, May 2

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Brunch” at 11:00a.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant. This fun weekly event brings the DMV area LGBTQ+ community, including allies, together for delicious food and conversation.  Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Drag Queen Sip and Paint Washington DC will be at 4 p.m. at Town Tavern DC. This event combines the joy of painting with the lively energy of a drag queen, offering an hour and a half of fun, creativity, and entertainment. Participants paint a canvas while enjoying cocktails, all under the guidance of a glamorous drag queen host. Tickets are $47.19 and are available on Eventbrite

Monday, May 4

“Center Aging: Monday Coffee Klatch” will be at 10 a.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ+ adults. Guests are encouraged to bring a beverage of choice. For more information, contact Adam ([email protected]).

Tuesday, May 5

Universal Pride Meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This group seeks to support, educate, empower, and create change for people with disabilities. For more details, email [email protected].   

Wednesday, May 6

Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom upon request. This is a weekly job support program to help job entrants and seekers, including the long-term unemployed, improve self-confidence, motivation, resilience and productivity for effective job searches and networking — allowing participants to move away from being merely “applicants” toward being “candidates.” For more information, email [email protected] or visit thedccenter.org/careers.

Center Aging Women’s Social and Discussion Group will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. This group is a place where older LGBTQ+ women can meet and socialize with one another. There will be discussion, activities, and a chance for guests to share what they want future events to include. For more information, email [email protected]

Thursday, May 7

The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. People will be informed on Wednesday at 5 p.m. if they are picked to receive a produce box. No proof of residency or income is required. For more information, email [email protected] or call 202-682-2245. 

Virtual Yoga Class will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This free weekly class is a combination of yoga, breath work and meditation that allows LGBTQ+ community members to continue their healing journey with somatic and mindfulness practices. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.  

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PHOTOS: 90’s Flashback Drag Brunch

Logan Stone leads new show at Red Bear Brewing

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The inaugural 90's Flahsback Drag Brunch was held at Red Bear Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 26. (Washington Blade photo 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)

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