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Calendar: May 15-21

LGBTQ events in the week to come

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6 years ago

May 15, 2020

Philip Van Slooten

LGBTQ events, gay news, Washington Blade

Friday, May 15

Reel Affirmations on Demand presents “Pier Kids” today until Monday at noon. Virtual tickets are $12 for unlimited access to this Black Pride month film selection about what it means to be black and queer decades after Stonewall. For tickets and information visit thedccenter.org.

May is? All About Trans hosts a transmasculine conversation tonight at 7 p.m. via Zoom. This free event is limited to those who identify as transmasculine and features a panel discussion, breakout rooms and giveaways for attendees. For more information on this and other May events, visit mayistransdc.com.

Saturday, May 16

May is? All About Trans hosts a Native American community conversation tonight at 7 p.m. via Zoom. This free event is to celebrate and share contributions from the trans Native American experience. For more information on this and other May events, visit mayistransdc.com.

Janet Nation hosted by DJ Travis Island is tonight at 9 p.m. via Twitter live stream at twitter.com/vj_tre. This virtual party event features Janet Jackson’s music and benefits JR.’s wage relief fund. For Venmo details and more visit the event Facebook page.

Sunday, May 17

The LGBTQ Victory Fund’s Sunday Social on Facebook Live featuring Victory Fund President and CEO Anniese Parker and former Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg is today at noon. Virtual tickets start at $50. More information is available at facebook.com/victoryfund.

DJ Darryl Strickland hosts We Love the ’70s tonight at 5 p.m. Viewers can request their favorite ’70s videos to watch via Twitter and Periscope. Visit the Sunday ’70s Facebook event page for more information.

Monday, May 18

Stay-At-Home Showtunes, a weekly streaming benefit show for JR.’s bar, continues tonight at 8:30 p.m. A rotating cast of drag performers, hosts and more participate in this virtual event to support JR.’s staff during the crisis. More information is available on jrsbar-dc.com and its Facebook event page.

Tuesday, May 19

A Virtual Writing Hour hosted by the National Portrait Gallery is today at 5 p.m. via Zoom. This event creates a virtual shared space for writers to create, connect and draw inspiration from the gallery’s online exhibitions on Google Arts and Culture. The gallery will provide writing prompts and will end each session with a discussion or reading. For free tickets and information, visit the event’s Facebook and Eventbrite pages.

May is? All About Trans hosts an evening of music and poetry tonight at 7 p.m. via Zoom. This free event celebrates the trans community with interactive entertainment. For more information on this and other May events, visit mayistransdc.com.

Wednesday, May 20

LULAC Lambda hosts its May meeting virtually tonight at 6 p.m. The group has invited the president of Friends of Puerto Rico to discuss their work and their grant application. For more information and Zoom details, visit the event’s Facebook page.

Thursday, May 21

Politics and Prose Live presents Jia Lynn Yang, author of “One Mighty and Irresistible Tide,” tonight at 8 p.m. via Facebook Live. Yang’s work is about the struggle for the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act which opened the door to increased nonwhite migration. Visit crowdcast.io/e/JLY-Mighty-Tide/register to register for this event.

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Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.

Get ready to share your talent or just kick back and enjoy some great performances. This event is a fun, laid-back vibe where everyone’s welcome to take the stage. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, but you can also DM Spark Social on Instagram to reserve a performance spot. Whether you’re a singer, poet, or comedian, this is your chance to get on stage and share your art. More details are available on Eventbrite.

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Calendar: July 31-August 6

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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July 31, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Friday, July 31

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community Happy Hour” at 7 p.m. at DIK Bar. 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.

Saturday, August 1

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.

Sunday, August 2

“Black Gay Flea: Summer Kickback” will be at 12 p.m. at Wunder Garten. This is a space created to celebrate Black LGBTQ+ creatives, artists, makers, entrepreneurs, and the community that shows up for them. Come spend the afternoon shopping with local vendors, discovering new brands, supporting small businesses, and connecting with people from across the DMV. More details are on Eventbrite.

Monday, August 3

“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, August 4

The DC Anti-Violence Project will host “Soul Centered” at 7 p.m. at Thurst Lounge. This is not a dating event in the traditional sense. It is a space to meet kindred spirits, future collaborators, mentors, friends, or maybe someone who reminds you of what’s possible. Romance may happen, but it’s not the expectation. For more details, visit DCAVP website.

Wednesday, August 5

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.

Center Aging Women’s Social & Discussion Group will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. This group is a place where older LGBTQ+ women can meet and socialize with one another. To register, visit the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center’s website.

Thursday, August 6

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.

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Calendar: July 24-30

LGBTQ events in the days to come

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July 24, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Friday, July 24

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center hosts Trans Discussion Group from 7-9 p.m. via Zoom. The Trans Discussion Group 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, visit the DC Center’s website.

Saturday, July 25

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center will host Black Lesbian Support Group at 11 a,.m. Join the DC Center and the Beta Kappa Chapter of the Beta Phi Omega Sorority for a peer-led support group devoted to the joys and challenges of being a Black Lesbian. For more details, visit the Center’s website.

Sunday, July 26

“Nellie’s DC Drag Brunch” will be at 12 p.m. at Nellie’s Sports Bar. Come get served like a queen by a queen. Join Sapphire Blue, Deja Diamond and their team of amazing drag performers for the most fun you’ll have all weekend. Tickets are $58.51 and are available on Eventbrite.

Monday, July 27

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center will host Queer Book Club at 6:30 p.m. This month’s selection is “Uncomfortable Labels” by Laura Kate Dale. The meeting will be held via Zoom.Email [email protected] for details.

Tuesday, July 28

Center Bi+ Roundtable will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is an opportunity for people to gather in order to discuss issues related to bisexuality or as bi individuals in a private setting. Visit Facebook or Meetup for more information.

Wednesday, July 29

Thursday, July 30

The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC LGBTQ+ Community 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.