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PHOTOS: International LGBT Leaders Conference Opening Reception
Secretaries Perez, Castro speak at event
The Gay & Lesbian Victory Institute held its International LGBT Leaders Conference Opening Reception at the Washington Hilton on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016. Speakers included U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro and U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Thomas Perez. Entertainment was provided by Batalá Washington. 
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Impulse Group DC held “10’s Across the Board: A Celebration of 10 Years” at Bravo Bravo (1001 Connecticut Ave., N.W.) on Sunday, Dec. 14. Impulse Group DC is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) and affinity group of AIDS Healthcare Foundation dedicated “to engaging, supporting, and connecting gay men” through culturally relevant health and advocacy work.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington perform “The Holiday Show” at Lincoln Theatre (1215 U St., N.W.). Visit gmcw.org for tickets and showtimes.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The umbrella LGBTQ sports organization Team DC held a holiday party at Trade on Monday, Dec. 8. Attendees brought clothes and coats for a clothing drive.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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