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Pride nearby
New York, Baltimore, Frederick, Md., have events soon
Pride events are taking place all over the East Coast in the coming weeks.
New York City Pride’s main events begin the weekend of June 24. Singer Mya will perform at Teaze, a women’s event, onSaturday, June 25. The event runs from 3 p.m.-10 a.m. Dance on the Pier, a New York City Pride’s fundraiser, is on Sunday, June 26 and begins at 2 p.m. with a performance from Fergie. The New York City Pride March is on Sunday, June 26 at noon. Details at nycpride.org.
Baltimore Pride is Tuesday, July 19 through Sunday, July, 24. The annual High Heel Race begins on Cathedral Street from Read Street to Eager Street on Saturday, July 23 at 1:30 p.m.
The Pride Parade is on Saturday, July 23 at 2 p.m. The parade route travels down Charles Street from Madison Street to Chase Street and takes place rain or shine.
Pride Block Party is on Saturday, July 23 from 4-10 p.m. Baltimore’s Queen of Comedy Shawna Alexander will host and George Lovett and Band, Crystal Waters and CeCe Peniston are the headliners. Details at baltimorepride.org.
The Pride Festival is at Druid Hill Park (2600 Madison Ave., Baltimore) on Sunday, July 24 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. There will be local performers, vendors, a family zone and more.
Frederick Pride is at Carroll Creek Linear Park on Saturday, June 25 from 11 a.m-7 p.m. There will be a beer and wine tent, music, free “Buy Pride” bracelet for discounts for local businesses and other entertainment. Details at thefrederickcenter.org/
The second annual Panhandle Pride is at Morgans Grove Park (4198 Kearneysville Pike, Shepherdstown, W.Va.) on Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Performers include Kipyn Martin, Luscious Purr, New Wave Singers of Baltimore and more. There will be information booths and free HIV testing. Details at panhandlealliance.wix.com.
The Hampton Roads Pride “Love Unites” block party and Pridefest is June 17-18 in Norfolk, Va. Organizers have events all month. Details at hamptonroadspride.org.
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The Rare Book Fair is coming to D.C.
Over 35 antiquarian booksellers from across the country to attend
The Capital Rare Book Fair will bring more than 35 antiquarian booksellers from across the country to D.C. from Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5 at the historic University Club at 1135 16th St., N.W.
This year, the fair will take over two floors in the illustrious mansion on 16th Street and showcase thousands of beautiful, notable, and rare books, maps, and historic documents from around the globe. Exceptional examples that will be offered include leaf 27 of a 40-leaf xylographic Biblia pauperum, a picture Bible from 1465 for $85,000 from Bruce McKittrick Rare Books, among many other intriguing selections.
Tickets are $50 and more information is available on the event’s website.
Friday, April 19
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 information, email [email protected].
Go Gay DC will host “Drag Pageant” at 8 p.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar and Restaurant. Net proceeds from this event will benefit EQUALITY NoVa, the local nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equality in Northern Virginia. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Saturday, April 20
LGBTQ People of Color Support Group will be at 1 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. For more details, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ 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.
Sunday, April 21
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Dinner” at 7 p.m. at Federico Ristorante Italiano. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
AfroCode DC will be at 4 p.m. at Decades DC. This event will be an experience of non-stop music, dancing, and good vibes and a crossover of genres and a fusion of cultures. Tickets cost $40 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Monday, April 22
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 their choice. For more details, email [email protected].
Tuesday, April 23
Pride on the Patio Events will host “LGBTQ Social Mixer” at 5:30 p.m. at Showroom. Dress is casual, fancy, or comfortable. Guests are encouraged to bring their most authentic self to chat, laugh, and get a little crazy. Admission is free and more details are on Eventbrite.
Genderqueer DC will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a support group for people who identify outside of the gender binary. Whether you’re bigender, agender, genderfluid, or just know that you’re not 100% cis. For more details, visit genderqueerdc.org or Facebook.
Wednesday, April 24
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 [email protected].
Asexual and Aromantic Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a space where people who are questioning this aspect of their identity or those who identify as asexual and/or aromantic can come together, share stories and experiences, and discuss various topics. For more details, email [email protected].
Thursday, April 25
The DC Center’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] or call 202-682-2245.
Virtual Yoga with Charles 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.
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Want to meet other queer individuals over some drag?
‘Everyone Welcome’ free variety show scheduled for Sunday
Mixxed/Be You will host “Everyone Welcome Drag Variety Show” on Sunday, April 7 at 4 p.m. at Be You Social (2427 18th Street, N.W.).
This will be a night of fabulous performances and entertainment. Guests should come prepared to experience the magic of drag in person and celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
This event is open to everyone and is free of charge. More details are available on Eventbrite.
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