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Baltimore Center celebrates new location

Ribbon cutting and reception set for Tuesday

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A ribbon cutting and reception is set for April 14.

The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Community Center of Baltimore and Central Maryland (1000 Cathedral St., Baltimore) holds its grand reopeningĀ on TuesdayĀ fromĀ 6-8 p.m.

The reopening will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony. There will also be free wine and cheese. Although the center moved to the Waxter Center more than a year ago, they never had a kickoff event there but theyā€™ve received new clearances, so theyā€™re having their grand opening now.

For more information, visitĀ glccb.com.

 

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Celebrate Aquarius season with drag

SADBrunch holds event at Throw Social

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Cake Pop! hosts the brunch at Throw Social on Sunday. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

SADBrunch will host ā€œDrag Brunchā€ on Sunday, Feb. 16 at 12 p.m. at Throw Social.

Grab your friends & family, your mimosa, a plate full of food, and join us for Drag Brunch. Five flocking fabulous queens take to the stage to perform in this sassy, extravagant, fantabulous event. Tickets start at $25 and are available on Eventbrite.Ā 

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Being single doesnā€™t mean you have to be alone this Valentineā€™s Day!

Casa De LGBT hosts speed dating event

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Casa De LGBT will host ā€œGay, DL, Transgender Speed Datingā€ on Friday, Feb. 14 at 8:00p.m. at 1406 N. Capitol St. NW. 

This will be a night of speed dating, deep connections, and good vibes! Whether you’re gay, lesbian, transgender, or queer, this event is designed to bring people together in a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment Come ready to connect, have fun, and maybe even meet someone special. Tickets cost $30 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

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Calendar: February 14-20

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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Friday, February 14

ā€œCenter Aging Friday Tea Timeā€ 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]

Women in Their Twenties and Thirties will meet at 8 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social discussion group for queer women in the Washington, D.C. area. For more details, join WiTTā€™s closed Facebook group.Ā 

Go Gay DC will host ā€œLGBTQ+ Happy Hourā€ at 7 p.m. at Puro Gusto. 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, February 15

Go Gay DC will host ā€œLGBTQ+ Community Brunchā€ at 11 a.m. at Freddieā€™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 is an outlet for LGBTQ People of Color to come together and talk about anything affecting them in a space the strives to be safe and judgement free. For more details, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc

Sunday, February 16

Go Gay DC will host ā€œLGBTQ+ Community Fun Day Social & Gamesā€ at 4 p.m. at Moxy. This event is ideal for making meaningful new connections and informal community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy the group happy hour. Guests may also optionally play shuffleboard, foosball, monopoly, chess, checkers, Jenga, and a host of other board games that are provided. Complimentary popcorn will also be available. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

ā€œMAXXIE LaWOW: Drag Super-shero animated feature + Q&A w/directorā€ will be at 7:45 p.m. at Regal Gallery Place. This animated film is about when drag queens start disappearing and a shy young barista summons his inner super-shero to rescue them ā€‹from an ambitious evil drag queen bent on harvesting their magical anti-aging tears. Tickets are $13 and are available on Eventbrite. 

Monday, February 17

ā€œWicked Mondaze POP-UP Happy Hourā€ will be at 5 p.m. at Wild Days. This weekly POC LGBTQ+ event was launched at Wicked Bloom featuring D.C.ā€™s own DJ MIM accompanied by renowned drummer Asha Santee. Come chill with friends, tribe, or your bae and enjoy delicious cocktails and food bites. It’s a celebration for all the Capricorns. Sounds curated by DC’s own DJ MIM & Special Guest DJ Zemi. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.Ā 

Tuesday, February 18

Center Bi+ Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This monthly roundtable is an opportunity for people to gather in order to discuss issues related to bisexuality or as Bi individuals in a private setting. Visit Facebook or Meetup for more information.

Wednesday, February 19

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 ā€” allowing participants to move away from being merely ā€œapplicantsā€ toward being ā€œcandidates.ā€ For more information, email [email protected] or visit thedccenter.org/careers.

Thursday, February 20

The DC Centerā€™s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. People will be informed on Wednesday at 5:00 pm if they are picked to receive a produce box. No proof of residency or income is required. For more information, email [email protected]g or call 202-682-2245. 

Virtual Yoga with Sarah M. will be at 7:00p.m. on Zoom. This is a free weekly class focusing on yoga, breathwork, and meditation. For more details, visit the DC Center for the LGBT Communityā€™s website.

Poly Group Discussion will be at 7:00p.m. on Zoom. This is an inclusive, welcoming, virtual safer space to talk all things polyamorous. After a quick review of group agreements and a round of introductions, the floor will open for discussion. You can ask your burning newbie questions, get advice on a thorny situation, share your heartwarming or heartbreaking stories, ask for resources, or get clear on the new terms the kids are using these days. Not sure what to talk about? Thereā€™ll bechat prompts to prime the conversational pump. This is your space for community, connection, and support. For more details, email [email protected]

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