Out & About
Calendar: July 17-23


Friday, July 17
ARTECHOUSE has reopened for “Hamani: Beyond the Blooms,” a seasonal cherry blossom installation. The exhibit is open today from 10 a.m.-10 p.m., as well as on Saturday and Sunday. It is also open Monday to Thursday from noon to 8 p.m. Sessions are 30 minutes long, and guests are advised to make their reservations online. Prices range from $17-$24. Details at dc.artechouse.com.
Saturday, July 18
Farmers markets are reopening across the Washington area, and many are open on Saturdays. Click here to find open locations in Maryland, Washington and Virginia.
Sunday, July 19
The Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, home to lotuses, lily flowers and other wildlife, is now open at limited capacity from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Visit nps.gov/keaq to learn more.
Monday, July 20
National Book Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Ibram X. Kendi will discuss his book, “How to be an Antiracist” with Dr. Charlene M. Dukes, the president of Prince George’s Community College, tonight at 7 p.m. The discussion will be live-streamed on Crowdcast, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Periscope for free. Details at pgcmls.info/virtual-events.
Tuesday, July 21
The DC Center is hosting a Bi Roundtable Discussion via Zoom tonight at 7 p.m., a monthly discussion for people to gather to discuss issues related to bisexuality or as Bi individuals in a private setting. Details at thedccenter.org/events.
Wednesday, July 22
The DC Center is hosting a Job Club tonight at 6 p.m., as well as every Wednesday. LGBTQ job entrants and seekers are welcome to join to improve self-confidence, motivation, resilience and productivity for effective job searches and networking. Details at thedccenter.org/events.
Thursday, July 23
The Woodhull Freedom Foundation is hosting economist M. V. Lee Badget to discuss her new book, “The Economics Case for LGBT Equality: Why Fair and Equal Treatment Benefit Us All” at 3 p.m. today. Admission is free. Learn more by visiting their Facebook page.
Out & About
Film about queer icon to premiere in Virginia
‘Slayed: The Untold Story’ playing at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse

The film premiere of “Slayed: The Untold Story” will be on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. at Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse.
The film is a riveting documentary that charts the audacious journey of Kai ‘Stud Slayer’ Brown, a fearless queer icon who shattered taboos about Black masculine women in an unforgiving era.
Following the screening there will be a discussion panel and question and answer session. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington will host a holiday singalong on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 5 p.m. at Hotel Zena.
The event will begin with drinks in the Hotel Zena bar followed by the singalong. Tickets start at $10 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Friday, December 8
“Center Aging Friday Tea Time” will be at 12 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ adults. For more information, contact [email protected].
Women in their Twenties and Thirties will be at 8 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social discussion group for queer women in the Washington, D.C. area. For more information, join WiTT’s closed Facebook group.
Saturday, December 9
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Brunch” at 11 a.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant. Guests are encouraged to come enjoy brunch with other LGBTQ+ folk. Admission is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
“Dynamic Lesbians Ugly Sweater Party” will be at 5 p.m. at Kiki. Guests should come ready to rock their ugliest sweater for a night of dynamic fun, laughter, and fabulousness. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Sunday, December 10
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Happy Hour” at 6 p.m. at Clare & Don’s Beach Shack. This event will be a fun happy hour with other LGBTQ folk. Admission is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
AfroCode DC will be at 4 p.m. at Decades DC. This event will be an experience of non-stop music, dancing, and good vibes and a crossover of genres and a fusion of cultures. Tickets cost $40 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Monday, December 11
Center Aging Monday Coffee and Conversation will be at 10 a.m. on Zoom. LGBT Older Adults — and friends — are invited to enjoy friendly conversations and to discuss any issues you might be dealing with. For more information, visit the Center Aging’s Facebook or Twitter.
Tuesday, December 12
Coming Out Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This event is a safe space to share experiences about coming out and discuss topics as it relates to doing so. For more details, visit Facebook.
Trans Support Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This group is intended to provide 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].
Wednesday, December 13
Job Club will be at 6 p.m. on Zoom. 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.
Thursday, December 14
Virtual Yoga Class with Charles M. will be at 12 p.m. online. This is a weekly class focusing on yoga, breathwork, and meditation. Guests are encouraged to RSVP on the DC Center’s website, providing your name, email address, and zip code, along with any questions you may have. A link to the event will be sent at 6 p.m. the day before.
The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. 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.
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