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Baltimore Briefs: Oct. 12

SuperPops goes ‘Golden Age,’ gay crocodile in Iron Crow production and more

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(Photo courtesy of the BSO)

SuperPops go ‘Golden Age’

Jack Everly and the BSO SuperPops presents their show “The Golden Age of Black & White” starting tonight at 8 and running through the weekend at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall (1212 Cathedral St.).

The kickoff show for their 2012-13 SuperPops concert series transports the audience to the 1950s through their guest a-cappella group Chapter 6, music from game shows and TV themes, and a tribute to the beginning of rock n’ roll.

Tickets range from $28-$63. For more information, visit bsomusic.org.

Gay crocodile muddles ‘Panda’ plot      

Iron Crow Theatre presents “Bad Panda,” a play by Megan Gogerty, tonight at 8 at Baltimore Theatre Project (45 W Preston St.).

The play follows Gwo Gwo the panda who is, along with his mate Marion, the last two pandas on earth. However, Gwo Gwo falls in love with a crocodile, who is gay. An observation of unconventional families, these pandas behave badly making the play appropriate for adults.

Tickets range from $10-$15. Since tonight is the premiere, the theater is offering a “pay-what-you-can” special. For more information, visit ironcrowtheatre.com.

Charles Village gay tour set for Sunday morning

LGBT leaders provide tours through Charles Village as part of “Creating the Movement: Baltimore’s LGBT History in Charles Village” Sunday morning at 10.

Leaders Louis Hughes, Richard Oloizia, Shirley Parry and Gary Sachau lead tours about the development of the LGBT community from the 1960s-‘80s.

Space is limited. To reserve a spot and for more information, visit baltimoreheritage.ort/tour. A meeting place and confirmation will be sent to participants by e-mail.

Charm City Gay Social tonight

The Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Baltimore (241 W. Chase St.) hosts the Charm City Gay Social tonight at 8:30 pm.

The social is a social and discussion group aimed at understanding gay culture, personal identity and civil rights for gay, bi, trans, queer, questioning and intersex men 18 years and older.

They meet every Friday in Room 201. For more information, email [email protected] or visit charmcitygaysocial.org.

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PHOTOS: Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch

LGBTQ politicians gather for annual event

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Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.) speaks at the 2025 Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

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)

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Tom Goss returns with ‘Bear Friends Furever Tour’

Out singer/songwriter to perform at Red Bear Brewing Co.

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Singer Tom Goss is back. (Photo by Dusti Cunningham)

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.

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Calendar: May 2-8

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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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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