Arts & Entertainment
Baltimore arts briefs: Feb. 17
Nina Simone tribute planned, Hippo brings guests and more
The Creative Alliance is hosting a tribute of singer Nina Simone, the ‘High Priestess of Soul,’ on Friday at the Patterson. (Photo courtesy of Creative Alliance.)
Hippo hosts talent event, DJ Chord
Club Hippo (1 West Eager St.) has a couple events going on this week.
First up is Baltimore’s Newest Faces monthly contest on Friday. Contestants will be performing a talent number for seven minutes or less and the winner will get a $50 cash prize.
For more information, contact Joes at 410-274-7118.
This week also brings Workout Saturday with special guest, gay D.C. DJ Chord Bezerra.
There’s also the weekly bingo game hosted by Roger Dimick starting at 8:30 p.m. to benefit the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Baltimore.
Nina Simone tribute planned
The Creative Alliance at the Patterson (3134 Eastern Ave.) presents “High Priestess of Soul!,” a tribute to singer Nina Simone on Friday at 8 p.m.
The night will include music, dance, spoken word and media works by BMore & Dance, Wordslave, RaynFall Dance Company, Olu Butterfly, Dishibem Traditional Contemporary Dance Company, Bashi Rose and Griot’s Eye Youth Media Group.
Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for members. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit creativealliance.org.
Chocolate-themed party is AHA benefit
Fans of chocolate can attend two events this week in Baltimore.
On Wednesday, Liquid Culture Baltimore presents “Molten Chocolate Indulgence” at the Chocolatea Café and Tea Lounge (3811 Canterbury Rd.) from 7 to 9 p.m. The night will include various chocolate cocktails paired with finger foods and end with a chocolate fondue.
Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance from liquidculturebaltimore.com.
A portion of the proceeds will go to the American Heart Association.
Then on Thursday, the Maryland Science Center (601 Light St.) presents “The Science of Chocolate: Cocoa-ology” at 7 p.m.
This event will include samples of different chocolate styles, including truffles and bon bons, paired with wines and liqueurs and attendees will learn scientific and fun facts about chocolate. Tickets range from $40 to $45.
Three businesses join forces for Mardi Gras event
Fell’s Point bars, Sláinte Irish Pub & Restaurant, Kooper’s Tavern and Woody’s Rum Bar and Island Grill (1700 -2 Thames St.) are coming together for a Mardi Gras celebration on Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The day will feature a bevy of food and drink specials and 10 percent of the event’s proceeds will go to the Tyanna Foundation, an organization that raises money for breast cancer research, services, education, treatment and patient care for local breast cancer patients and survivors.
For more information on Tyanna Foundation, visit breastfest.org.
For more information on the event, email [email protected].
The Victory Fund held its National Champagne Brunch at the Ritz-Carlton on Sunday, April 27. Speakers included Tim Gunn, Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), Gov. Wes Moore (D-Md.), Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.), Rep. Chris Pappas (D-N.H.) and Rep. Mark Takano (D-Calif.).
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
Music & Concerts
Tom Goss returns with ‘Bear Friends Furever Tour’
Out singer/songwriter to perform at Red Bear Brewing Co.
Singer Tom Goss will bring his “Bear Friends Furever Tour” to D.C. on Sunday, June 8 at 8 p.m. at Red Bear Brewing Co.
Among the songs he will perform will be “Bear Soup,” the fourth installment in his beloved bear song anthology series. Following fan favorites like “Bears,” “Round in All the Right Places,” and “Nerdy Bear,” this high-energy, bass-thumping banger celebrates body positivity, joyful indulgence, and the vibrant spirit of the bear subculture.
For more details, visit Tom Goss’s website.
Friday, May 2
“Center Aging Friday Tea Time” will be at 2 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ adults. Guests are encouraged to bring a beverage of choice. For more details, email [email protected].
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Social in the City” at 7 p.m. at P.F. Chang’s. This event is ideal for making new friends, professional networking, idea-sharing, and community building. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Saturday, May 3
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Brunch” at 11 a.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.
LGBTQ People of Color Support Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This peer support group is an outlet for LGBTQ People of Color to come together and talk about anything affecting them in a space that strives to be safe and judgment free. There are all sorts of activities like watching movies, poetry events, storytelling, and just hanging out with others. For more information and events for LGBTQ People of Color, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.
Sunday, May 4
“The Chateau Drag Brunch” will be at 12 p.m. at Chicatana. Enjoy fabulous Mexican food and cocktails while being entertained by a rotating cast of the DMV’s best drag performers. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
“The Bubble: Queer Brooklyn Comics in DC” will be at 5 p.m. at As You Are. Queer comedians Charlie Flynn, Evan Lazarus and Keara Sullivan are coming down from NYC for a night of fun as they split an hour of standup comedy. For more details, visit Eventbrite.
Monday, May 5
“Center Aging Monday Coffee & Conversation” 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 details, email [email protected].
Tuesday, May 6
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 7
Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. 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 queer women can meet and socialize with one another. We will have discussion, activities, and a chance for you to share what you want future events to include. For more details, email [email protected].
Thursday, May 8
The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. To be fair with who is receiving boxes, the program is moving to a lottery system. 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 with Sarah M. will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a free weekly class focusing on yoga, breath work, and meditation. For more details, visit the DC Center for the LGBT Community’s website.
South Asian Support Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. The peer support group is an outlet for South Asian-identified LGBTQ individuals to come and talk about anything affecting them. It’s a secure, judgment-free environment to discuss relationships, sexuality, health, well-being, identity, culture, religion, or anything that is on your mind. For more details, email [email protected].
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