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Calendar: Aug. 28-Sept. 3

Events in the week to come

Published

4 years ago

August 28, 2020

Philip Van Slooten

Friday, Aug. 28

Labyrinth Virtual Senior Game Day hosted by the D.C. Center is today from 12-2 p.m. This Zoom event is for seniors to enjoy games with friends and enter a raffle for a chance to win a $25 gift card. For more information, email [email protected] or visit thedccenter.org.

Friday Tea Time is a virtual social gathering at 2 p.m. for older LGBTQ adults via Zoom. Participants are encouraged to bring their beverage of choice while socializing with new and old friends. Visit thedccenter.org for details.

Women in their Twenties and Thirties meets today at 8 p.m. via Zoom. This social discussion group for D.C.-area queer women meets the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month and is facilitated by the D.C. Center. For more information, visit thedccenter.org.

Saturday, Aug. 29

Brunch at Freddies hosted by National Landing BID, Go Gay D.C. and Freddie’s Beach Bar (555 23rd St., S, Arlington, Va.) is today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Brunch is served on the patios and inside, or is available for curbside takeout. Call ahead to 703-685-0555 for more information or visit freddiesbeachbar.com.

LGBTQ People of Color Support Group holds its virtual meeting today at 1 p.m. via Zoom. This support group is an outlet for the queer POC community to come together and talk about anything in a safe and judgement-free environment. More information is available at thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.

Sunday, Aug. 30

The second annual Funk Parade Photo Gallery, sponsored by Humanities D.C., the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities and Funk Parade, is today from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Eaton D.C. (1201 K St.). COVID protocols will be strictly enforced at this event, which includes both an in-person photo exhibition and online discussions. For tickets and reservations, visit fpgallery.givesmart.com and the event’s Facebook page.

Monday, Aug. 31

Center Aging Coffee Drop-In is today from 10 a.m. to noon via Zoom. LGBTQ older adults and friends join in friendly conversations during this virtual social event. For more information visit thedccenter.org and Center Aging on social media.

Tuesday, Sept. 1

P&P Live!: Louise Penny with Hillary Rodham Clinton is an online discussion tonight at 5 p.m. and hosted by Politics and Prose. This event is a conversation with former first lady, U.S. Senator and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, who is also most recently the co-author of “The Book of Gutsy Women” with her daughter Chelsea Clinton. The cost for admission and the book begin at $30 and are available here.

KhushDC Virtual Happy Hour is today at 7 p.m. via Zoom. This event is an opportunity for queer and trans South Asians to build community and socialize virtually. For details on this group and this event, visit thedccenter.org.

Wednesday, Sept. 2

Virtual Job Club meets today at 6 p.m. via Zoom. This weekly support program helps job seekers improve their self-confidence, resilience and motivation needed for effective job searching and networking. Discussions include strategies, techniques and goal plans needed to find meaningful and satisfying employment. For more information, visit thedccenter.org.

Thursday, Sept. 3

First Thursdays Open Mic hosted by A League of Her Own (2319 18th St., N.W.) is tonight from 7-9 p.m. Participants can sign up at 7:30 and the show kicks off around 8 p.m. This event provides a welcoming space for the community to express musical, spoken word, comedic or other talents. Email the manager at [email protected] for more information and for details on how to become a featured artist for a future show.

The Asian Pacific Islander Queer Support Group is today at 7 p.m. via Zoom. This group is co-sponsored by the Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society D.C. and AQUA, Asian Queers United for Action. More information is available at thedccenter.org.

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The Rare Book Fair is coming to D.C.

Over 35 antiquarian booksellers from across the country to attend

Published

6 days ago

April 19, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

The Capital Rare Book Fair arrives in May. (Photo by aramanda/Bigstock)

The Capital Rare Book Fair will bring more than 35 antiquarian booksellers from across the country to D.C. from Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5 at the historic University Club at 1135 16th St., N.W.

This year, the fair will take over two floors in the illustrious mansion on 16th Street and showcase thousands of beautiful, notable, and rare books, maps, and historic documents from around the globe. Exceptional examples that will be offered include leaf 27 of a 40-leaf xylographic Biblia pauperum, a picture Bible from 1465 for $85,000 from Bruce McKittrick Rare Books, among many other intriguing selections.

Tickets are $50 and more information is available on the event’s website.

Calendar

Calendar: April 19-25

LGBTQ events in the days to come

Published

6 days ago

April 19, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

Friday, April 19

Center Aging Friday Tea Time will be at 2 p.m. on Zoom. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ adults. Guests are encouraged to bring a beverage of choice. For more information, email [email protected].

Go Gay DC will host “Drag Pageant” at 8 p.m. at Freddie’s Beach Bar and Restaurant. Net proceeds from this event will benefit EQUALITY NoVa, the local nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equality in Northern Virginia. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Saturday, April 20

LGBTQ People of Color Support Group will be at 1 p.m. on Zoom. This peer support group is an outlet for LGBTQ People of Color to come together and talk about anything affecting them in a space that strives to be safe and judgment free. For more details, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ 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, April 21

Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Dinner” at 7 p.m. at Federico Ristorante Italiano. Attendance 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, April 22

Center Aging: Monday Coffee & Conversation 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 their choice. For more details, email [email protected].

Tuesday, April 23

Pride on the Patio Events will host “LGBTQ Social Mixer” at 5:30 p.m. at Showroom. Dress is casual, fancy, or comfortable. Guests are encouraged to bring their most authentic self to chat, laugh, and get a little crazy. Admission is free and more details are on Eventbrite.

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, April 24

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 [email protected].

Asexual and Aromantic Group will be 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, April 25

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 5:00 pm 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 with Charles M. will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a free weekly class focusing on yoga, breath work, and meditation. For more details, visit the DC Center for the LGBT Community’s website.

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Want to meet other queer individuals over some drag?

‘Everyone Welcome’ free variety show scheduled for Sunday

Published

3 weeks ago

April 5, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

(Washington Blade file photo by Damien Salas)

Mixxed/Be You will host “Everyone Welcome Drag Variety Show” on Sunday, April 7 at 4 p.m. at Be You Social (2427 18th Street, N.W.).

This will be a night of fabulous performances and entertainment. Guests should come prepared to experience the magic of drag in person and celebrate diversity and inclusivity.

This event is open to everyone and is free of charge. More details are available on Eventbrite.