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Fans push for Divine monument

‘Pink Flamingos’ landmark could be underway

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11 years ago

January 19, 2016

Mariah Cooper

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Plans to erect a monument in honor of one of John Waters’s superstars Divine are in the beginning stages.

According to the Baltimore Sun, fans of the drag queen wish to have a monument placed in the location near Tyson Street where Divine infamously eats dog poop at the end of the 1972 film “Pink Flamingos.”

Divine Monument, the official website for the proposed landmark, says that residents and visitors frequently want to see the site where the movie’s ending takes place and a monument seemed like it would be a good addition.

The monument would be an estimated eight feet tall and three feet wide arch, made of marble and concrete, according to the Baltimore Sun. The arch would be on top of marble steps with a picture of Divine inside the arch.

The final touch would be a bronze piece of dog poop on the step to honor the “Pink Flamingos” scene.

Hopes are that the monument will be complete in time for Artscape, the city’s art festival, which runs from July 15-17. A Kickstarter campaign to fundraise for the monument is in the works.

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PHOTOS: Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade

Annual LGBTQ celebration held in Dutch city during World Pride

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6 hours ago

August 1, 2026

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A scene from the 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Editor’s note: International News Editor Michael K. Lavers and Photo Editor Michael Key are on assignment in the Netherlands through Aug. 10.

AMSTERDAM — The 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade was held on Saturday, Aug. 1.

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PHOTOS: Lambda Legal in the Pines

Fundraiser held at ‘Normal Heart’ house

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1 day ago

July 31, 2026

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A scene from the 'Lambda Legal in the Pines' fundraiser on July 25. (Photo by Santiago Felipe)

The LGBTQ organization Lambda Legal held its annual “Lambda Legal in the Pines” fundraiser on Saturday, July 25. The event was held at a house on Fire Island featured in Ryan Murphy’s 2014 HBO film, “The Normal Heart.”

Organizers say over $500,000 was raised to support Lambda Legal’s national litigation and advocacy work.

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Spark Social open mic night planned for Aug. 13

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2 days ago

July 31, 2026

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Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.

Get ready to share your talent or just kick back and enjoy some great performances. This event is a fun, laid-back vibe where everyone’s welcome to take the stage. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, but you can also DM Spark Social on Instagram to reserve a performance spot. Whether you’re a singer, poet, or comedian, this is your chance to get on stage and share your art. More details are available on Eventbrite.