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National Book Festival returns

Huge annual event runs all day Aug. 31

Published

3 years ago

August 22, 2019

National Book Festival, gay news, Washington Blade

The 2019 National Book Festival hosted by the Library of Congress is Saturday, Aug. 31 from 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center (801 Mt Vernon Pl., N.W.). This 19th annual event is free and open to the public and features more than 140 authors, poets and illustrators who are all on hand to connect with readers of all ages.

The lineup of special guests includes U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Henry Louis Gates Jr., celebrity chef and humanitarian Jose Andres, graphic novel superstar Raina Telgemeier and many more. Telegemeier said in a recent interview with the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators that graphic novels lead the industry in terms of LGBT, POC and other representation due to its ability to build empathy in young readers.

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Ladies Tea event to benefit SMYAL

Fall Edition held at Hank’s Oyster Bar

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3 days ago

September 28, 2022

Tinashe Chingarande

(Image via Eventbrite)

“Ladies Tea: Fall Edition,” a fundraising event, will be hosted on Sunday, Oct. 2 at 2 p.m. at Hank’s Oyster Bar Dupont Circle.

Ladies are encouraged to celebrate fall while mixing and mingling at the Up Bar and outdoor patio space of Hank’s Oyster Bar.

Proceeds from the event will go to SMYAL DC, which supports and empowers LGBTQ youth in the D.C. region.

Tickets for the event cost $15 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

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CBC to host Newark mayor for doc screening

‘Why Is We Americans?’ to be shown at Planet Word

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3 days ago

September 28, 2022

Tinashe Chingarande

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The Congressional Black Caucus will host a screening of “Why Is We Americans” on Friday, Sept. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at Planet Word.

The documentary is an intimate portrait of the family of Newark, N.J. Mayor Ras Baraka who merges art, culture, and politics in the fight for social justice.

There will also be a special presentation of “The Book of Baraka,” his Audible Original audio book that recounts his journey from poet to principal to peacemaker, through his own powerful, inspiring words.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

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10 LGBTQ events this week

‘Hocus Pocus 2’ and ‘Bros’ viewings, the B52s come to town among attractions

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5 days ago

September 26, 2022

Michael Key

From left, Tara Hoot and DJ Phil Reese host 'Broadway Brunch at Crazy Aunt Helen's, 'Eek! A Leatherman' leather social will be held at Uproar, and a screening of 'Hocus Pocus 2' will be held at JR.'s this week. (Washington Blade file photos by Michael Key)

Below are our picks for some of the most fun and creative things to do this week in the DMV that are of special interest to the LGBTQ community.

Monday Night Skating: Summer’s Song

Monday, Sept. 26
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Laurel Skate Center
9890 Brewers Court
Laurel, Md.
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Monday Night Skating celebrates a fond farewell to summer with beachwear and big hats with “Summer’s Song.” They encourage you to break out your summer beachwear, big glam shades, flip flops, pool noodles, floaties, and summer attire for a night of skating in Laurel.

Reign: Let the Good Times Rule

*A drag performance at DIK Bar. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)*

Monday, Sept. 26
8-11 p.m.
DIK Bar
1637 17th Street, N.W. (second floor)
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Logan Stone, Dabatha Christie and Hennessey host a fun-filled drag show at Dupont Italian Kitchen.

UTICA at Pitchers

Wednesday, Sept. 28
8 p.m.
Pitchers DC
2317 18th Street, N.W.
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Utica of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 13 will perform at Pitchers on Wednesday in a show hosted by Cake and Venus Valhalla. There will be a meet and greet hosted by Ba’naka starting at 9 p.m. at this free event.

Queens of King Street at the Movies: Bros

**Billy Eichner** and **Luke MacFarlane** in “Bros.” (Photo by Nicole Rivelli/Universal Pictures)

Thursday, Sept. 29
8 p.m.
AMC Hoffman Movie Theater
206 Swamp Fox Road
Alexandria, Va.
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Catch a movie with the Queens of King Street in Alexandria, Va. on Thursday. On the screen this week: the 8 p.m. showing of “Bros.”

Hocus Pocus 2 Watch Party

*A drag interpretation of the witches of Hocus Pocus. (Blade file photo by Michael Key)*

Friday, Sept. 30
9 p.m.
JR.’s Bar
1519 17th Street, N.W.
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Citrine hosts a watch party for the highly anticipated sequel to Hocus Pocus on Friday.

Crab Feast 8

Saturday, Oct. 1
12-3 p.m.
Washington Canoe Club
3700 Water Street, N.W.
$75
Tickets

The Capital Pride Alliance and the DC Preservation League present Crab Feast 8. Tickets include all-you-can-eat crabs, shrimp, corn on the cob, hot dogs and ice cream.