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PHOTOS: As You Are
New Capitol Hill LGBTQ venue open for business
D.C.’s newest LGBTQ venue As You Are is open to patrons for its first Saturday night on March 26 following a soft opening on March 22. As You Are features a dining area, a dance floor and an art-filled lounge area and is located at 500 8th St., S.E.
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The 44th annual Queen of Hearts pageant was held at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, Feb. 20. Six contestants vied for the title and Bev was crowned the winner.
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Cupid’s Undie Run, an annual fundraiser for neurofibromatosis (NF) research, was held at Union Stage and at The Wharf DC on Saturday, Feb. 21.
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Crimsyn and Tatianna hosted the new weekly drag show Clash at Trade (1410 14th Street, N.W.) on Feb. 14, 2026. Performers included Aave, Crimsyn, Desiree Dik, and Tatianna.
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