Out & About
Calendar Aug. 24-30, 2018
Events include parties, screenings and concerts
‘Hard Paint (Tinta Bruta)’ screes Friday night at HRC Headquarters. (Photo courtesy Reel Affirmations)
Friday, Aug. 24
The D.C. Eagle (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) hosts Woof, a happy hour, this evening from 5-11 p.m. Drink specials run through 11 p.m. Free pizza will be served at 7:30 p.m. No cover before 9:30 p.m. For more details, visit facebook.com/eagledc.
Reel Affirmations and Center Latinx present a screening of “Hard Paint (Tinta Bruta)” at Human Rights Campaign (1640 Rhode Island Ave., N.W.) tonight at 7 p.m. “Hard Paint (Tinta Bruta)” tells the story of a reclusive cam boy whose niche is spreading neon paint on his body. When he hears that a rival is ripping off his body paint act, he tries to find the person in the outside world. After the screening, Shareese Mone from Casa Ruby LGBT Community Center will speak on its local campaign to decriminalize sex work. Tickets are $12. For more information, visit thedccenter.org/events/
Gamma D.C., a support group for men in mixed-orientation relationships, meets at Luther Place Memorial Church (1226 Vermont Ave., N.W.) today from 7:30-9:30 p.m. The group is for men who are attracted to men but are currently or were at one point in relationships with women. Meeting locations are in private residences. For more information about the group and location, visit gammaindc.org.
Saturday, Aug. 25
LezBeSocial, LitLivesMatter and Daryl Wilson Promotions host the Biggest Pool Party #LGBT Edition tonight from 7 p.m.-midnight. Location will be given to guests at a later date. Drinks and food will be provided. There will also be hot body and swimsuit contests. Floaties are allowed. DJ Honey will spin tracks. Tickets are $27.62. For more details, search “Biggest Pool Party #LGBT Edition” on Facebook.
Bar Roubaix (1400 Irving St., N.W.) hosts a drag night tonight from 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Desiree Dik hosts the show. Performing queens include Sylvanna Duvél, Ivanna Vivaldi, Nubia Love-Jackson and Paul Warren as Paula. DJ Milko Santander Espinoza will play a mix of house, EDM and Latin music all night. Drink specials run all night. Show starts at 10:30 p.m. No cover. For more details, visit facebook.com/roubaixdc.
Swazz Bar (2218 18th St., N.W.) presents Queer Shapes Party, a geometry-themed party, tonight from 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Dress code is inspired by shapes such as squares, circles, triangles and polygons. There will be craft cocktails, food, raffle prizes all night and a costume contest with prizes. Pre-sale tickets are $10. Tickets at the door are $15. For more information, visit swazzbar.com.
CTRL, a gay dance party, is at Trade (1410 14th St., N.W.) tonight from 10 p.m.-2:45 a.m. DJ Adam Koussari, DJ Dvonne and DJ Jeff Prior will play music for the night. There will be drag shows and giveaways. No cover. For more information, visit facebook.com/ctrldc.
Sunday, Aug. 26
Fantom Comics (2010 P St., N.W.) hosts its Queer Book Club today from 2-4 p.m. The group will discuss “Fence Vol 1,” a comic about the illegitimate son of an Olympic fencing champion who learns to navigate the world of competitive fencing at a prestigious all boys school. For more information, visit facebook.com/fantomcomics.
Little Academy D.C. presents Black Queer History, its final summer course, at Reliable Tavern (3655 Georgia Ave., N.W.) tonight from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The course will focus on the history of black queer culture in America ranging from slavery to black queer TV characters. Tristian Cabello, assistant director of the Master of Liberal Arts program at John Hopkins University, will lead the course. Tickets are $37.87 and include one complimentary beverage and a course chapbook. For more details and to register for the course, visit facebook.com/littleacademydc.
Monday, Aug. 27
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center (8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring, Md.) screens the comedy-drama “Venus” tonight at 7:05 p.m. “Venus” tells the story of Sid, a transitioning woman who discovers she has a 14-year-old son. General admission tickets are $13, senior tickets are $10 and child tickets are $8. For more information, visit silver.afi.com.
Tuesday, Aug. 28
Congressional Chorus (733 8th St., N.W.) holds tenor and bass auditions today. Those who are interested should email David Simmons at dsimmons@congressionalchorus.
Wednesday, Aug. 29
The Lambda Bridge Club meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Dignity Center (721 8th St., S.E.) for duplicate bridge. No reservations required and new comers welcome. If you need a partner, call 703-407-6540.
The D.C. Eagle (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) hosts its weekly karaoke night tonight from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. For more details, visit facebook.com/eagledc.
Thursday, Aug. 30
Go Gay D.C. hosts its LGBT community social at the Embassy Row Hotel (2015 Massachusetts Ave., N.W.) tonight from 6-9 p.m. TJ Flavell will be on site to greet guests. All are welcome. There will be a cash bar and an appetizer and dinner menu available. Name tags will be provided. Dress code is casual attire. No cover. For more details, visit gogaydc.org.
District Karaoke hosts Pride Karaoke at the Ugly Mug (723 8th St., S.E.) tonight from 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Ugly Mug will have Tex Mex drink and food specials all night. No cover. For more information, visit facebook.com/districtkaraoke.
Friday, June 26
Trans Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This event is intended to provide an emotionally and physically safe space for trans people and those who may be questioning their gender identity/expression to join together in community and learn from one another. For more details, email [email protected].
DC Bird Alliance will host “Second Annual Ride for Pride” at 9 a.m. at the Yards Marina. This event is for celebrating community, belonging, and our shared connection to nature. Together, we’ll enjoy a guided one-hour boat ride departing from The Yards Marina, exploring the river’s wildlife, history, and ongoing restoration. Along the way, participants may spot Ospreys, herons, egrets, cormorants, Bald Eagles, turtles, and other species that call the Anacostia home. For more details, visit Eventbrite.
Saturday, June 27
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.
“Sunshine: A Sapphic Pride Day Party” will be at 1 p.m. at Spark Social. This is a patio party for queer women & sapphics 35+. For more details, visit Eventbrite.
Sunday, June 28
Trap Laughsss Pride Comedy Night will be at 7 p.m. at Sid’s Gold Request Room. This in-person event is where comedy meets Pride, bringing you hilarious performances that’ll have you rolling in the aisles. Whether you’re here to celebrate or just enjoy some fantastic jokes, this night is all about fun, community, and laughs. Don’t miss out on the best comedy bash around! More details are on Eventbrite.
Monday, June 29
“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]).
Tuesday, June 30
The DC Center for the LGBTQ+ Community will host a screening of “Swann Queen” at 7 p.m. This is a short film by Lcedeño Miller inspired by the true story of William Dorsey Swann – considered one of the world’s first drag queens. Billy Swann and their brother Dan are preparing to host their third masquerade ball. When the police raid the party, Billy must decide whether to run or resist. Swann Queen is a story about community, survival, and the legacy of LGBTQ+ resistance in Washington, D.C. Screening followed by conversation. For more details, visit the Center’s website.
Wednesday, July 1
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 www.thedccenter.org/careers.
Thursday, July 2
The DC Center for the LGBTQ+ Community’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 The DC Center for the LGBTQ+ Community’s website.
The Baltimore Orioles will take on the Washington Nationals on Friday, June 26 at 7 p.m. for Pride Night at Oriole Park.
The first 15,000 fans will receive an exclusive Pride Night Orioles jersey. The Washington Blade is a media sponsor of this event.
To purchase tickets, visit Orioles.com/Tickets.
Out & About
Writers’ association hosts Capital Love LitFest
Inaugural literary salon scheduled for Sunday
The Washington Writers’ Publishing House (WWPH), the nation’s longest continuously operating cooperative nonprofit literary press, will present the inaugural “Capital Love LitFest” on Sunday, June 28 at 10 a.m. at The Writer’s Center in Bethesda, Md.
Designed as a full-day literary salon and cultural gathering, the event will feature more than 25 writers, nine workshops, and panel discussions, readings, and conversations centered on love, relationships, identity, healing, creativity, and connection in divisive times. Admission is pay-what-you-can, beginning at free.
The LitFest celebrates the release of “Capital Love,” WWPH’s new anthology featuring 55 writers from across the DMV, including contributors from Baltimore, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. The pocket-sized collectible anthology explores love in its many forms through poetry and prose and serves as a literary response to today’s social and political climate.
For more details, visit Washington Writers’ website.
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