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PHOTOS: Awesome Con

Gathering of science fiction and fantasy fans held over weekend

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9 years ago

June 20, 2017

Michael Key

Awesome Con 2017 (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Out voice actor Jamie McGonnigal speaks at Awesome Con on Saturday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The D.C.-based convention for science fiction, fantasy and comic fans Awesome Con was held over the weekend at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. This year included ‘Pride Alley:’ an area for LGBT-specific exhibitors sponsored by Geeks Out. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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Ashley Biden accepts award for Beau Biden at annual Rehoboth fundraiser

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May 17, 2026

Daniel Truitt

Ashley Biden accepts an award on behalf of her brother, Beau Biden, at the Washington Blade's Summer Kickoff Party in Rehoboth Beach, Del. (Washington Blade photo by Daniel Truitt)

The 19th annual Blade Foundation Summer Kickoff Party was held on Friday, May 15 at Diego’s in Rehoboth Beach, Del. An award presentation was held for former Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden. Ashley Biden accepted the award on her brother’s behalf and gave remarks. Other speakers included Delaware state Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall, CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Dr. Robin Brennan and Washington Blade Editor Kevin Naff. The event was a fundraiser for the Steve Elkins Memorial Fellowship in Journalism.

(Washington Blade photos by Daniel Truitt)