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PHOTOS: Maryland Swim for Life
Over 220 swimmers competed in 25th annual event
Swim for Life 2016 (Washington Blade photo by Kevin Majoros)
The District of Columbia Aquatics Club hosted the 25th annual Maryland Swim for Life on July 9th in the Chester River on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Over 220 swimmers competed in 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 mile races along with a 2.4 mile triathlon challenge. The event was a fundraiser with proceeds benefiting Quality of Life Retreats, Heart to Hand and the Chester River Association. 
(Washington Blade photos by Kevin Majoros)
The Shenandoah Valley Pride Festival was held at Court Square in Harrisonburg, Va. on Saturday, Sept. 16.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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PHOTOS: Winchester Pride
Out mayor welcomes crowd to LGBTQ celebration at Museum of the Shenandoah Valley
The Winchester Pride festival was held at the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley in Winchester, Va. on Saturday, Sept. 9.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
Covering Winchester Pride at @visitMSV for @WashBlade . pic.twitter.com/FRf19dNgKF
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) September 9, 2023
The Miss Gay Freestate pageant was held at the Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, Sept. 8. Performers included Nicole James, Maranda Rights, Sasha Renee, Stormi Skyy, Ivanna Rights, Jalah Nicole, Frieda Poussay, Chi Chi Ray Colby and Amethyst Diamond. Raquel DeLorean was crowned the winner with Ashley Lynn named the first alternate. Both DeLorean and Lynn qualify to compete in the 2023 Miss Gay Maryland competition.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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