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Oscar’s big night out in D.C.
Options abound for 90th annual Academy Awards

(Photo courtesy AMPAS)
Several Oscars viewing parties are being held in Washington.
The Academy of United States Veterans hosts its Veterans of All Nations Oscar Viewing Party at SAX Restaurant & Lounge (734 11th St., N.W.) on Sunday, March 4 from 6:30-11 p.m. The old Hollywood-themed party will include a red carpet and photographs. There will be drinks and a three-course meal. A dance party will follow the awards ceremony. The red carpet kicks off at 6:30 p.m.followed by dinner and the ceremony viewing at 8 p.m. Tickets are $150 for non-members and $100 for annual members. For more details, visit veteransofallnations.com.
Mer Events hosts an Oscars Watch Party at Bravo Bravo (1001 Connecticut Ave., N.W.) on Sunday, March 4 from 6-11 p.m. The award show will be projected on 14 TVs, including three big screen TVs and a projector screen. Drink and food specials run from 6-8 p.m. The dress code is chic elegant. Bottle service is available. General admission is free with RSVP or $10 at the door. VIP admission is $35 and includes an all-you-can-eat buffet and all-you-can-drink champagne. For more details, visit merevents.com.
International Club of D.C. hosts its Oscars Viewing Party: An Evening of Socializing, Music and Movie Magic at Saint Yves (1220 Connecticut Ave., N.W.) on Sunday, March 4 from 7-11:30 p.m.At 7 p.m. guests are invited to a pre-ceremony dance party. At 8:30 p.m. the award ceremony will be shown on large projector screens. Dress code is cocktail attire. Tickets are $32. For more information, visit facebook.com/
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UPDATE: Impulse Group’s ‘PrEP Pool Party’ cancelled
Organizers announce cancellation of event
Impulse Group DC was to host a “PrEP Pool Party” on Thursday, Aug. 27 at 8 p.m. at Vida Fitness: Navy Yard. However, organizers have announced that the event has been cancelled.
Visit @impulsegroupdc on Instagram for information on future events for Impulse Group DC.
Friday, August 21
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour” at 7 p.m. at Uproar Rooftop. This is a chance to relax, make new friends, and enjoy happy hour specials at this classic retro venue. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Trans and Genderqueer Game Night will be at 7:00p.m. at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. This is a relaxing, laid-back evening of games and fun. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Saturday, August 22
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community 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.
Black Lesbian Support Group will be at 1 p.m. on Zoom. This is a peer-led support group devoted to the joys and challenges of being a Black lesbian. For more details, email [email protected].
Monday, August 24
“Center Aging: Monday Coffee Klatch” 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 choice. For more information, contact Adam ([email protected]).
Queer Book Club will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. The Queer Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month to discuss books by queer authors. This month’s reading is “An Unkindness of Ghosts” by Rivers Solomon. For more details, visit the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s website.
Tuesday, August 25
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, August 26
Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom upon request. 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 thedccenter.org/careers.
Asexual and Aromantic Group will meet 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, August 27
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the Center. People will be informed on Wednesday at 5 p.m. 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 Class will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This free weekly class is a combination of yoga, breath work and meditation that allows LGBTQ+ community members to continue their healing journey with somatic and mindfulness practices. For more details, visit the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s website.
Anja Dick will host “Song Birds – Live Music Drag Cabaret” on Saturday, Aug. 15 at 9 p.m. at Shaw’s Tavern.
This is an all live singing drag hit sensation. The event will debut performances from Breast Midler and Harri Balls.
Tickets start at $17.85 and are available on Eventbrite.
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