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PHOTOS: Ripped Genes and Janes
The calendar launch and fashion show was held at the Engineers Club.

Fashion photographer Robert W. Mercer, Jr. launched his 2015 Ripped Genes and Ripped Janes calendars on Sept. 26 at the Engineer’s Club in Baltimore. The fashion show was followed by a meet and greet with the models. Fashions were provided by Body Aware and the Jean Pool.
(Washington Blade photos by Kevin Majoros)
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PHOTOS: Independence Day Weekend in Rehoboth
Wicked Green Pool Party, fireworks among festivities

Vacationers and residents alike enjoyed Independence Day Weekend activities in Rehoboth Beach, Del. The Wicked Green Pool Party drew hundreds to the CAMP Rehoboth fundraiser on Saturday. That evening, revelers went to the rooftops to watch the fireworks display.
(Washington Blade photos by Daniel Truitt)













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PHOTOS: Montgomery County Pride in the Plaza
LGBTQ celebration held in downtown Silver Spring

Montgomery County Pride in the Plaza was held on Sunday, June 29 at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring, Md.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)























The fifth annual Fredericksburg Pride march and festival was held on Saturday, June 28. A march through the streets of downtown Fredericksburg, Va. was followed by a festival at Riverfront Park.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)



















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