Out & About
Calendar: June 21-27
Events in the week to come
Friday, June 21
The 18th Street Singers will close their season with“Ties that Bind: Music Traditions from Around the World” tonight at the National City Christian Church (5 Thomas Circle, N.W.) at 8 p.m. In this spring concert series, singers will “highlight classical and folk traditions to explore musical cross-currents that infuse and connect us all.” The group is a classical chorus that seeks to redefine the genre by performing a diverse selection to draw in a younger and wider audience. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com.
Queer Girl Movie Night is hosting its June screening tonight at Republic Restoratives (1369 New York Ave., N.E.) tonight from 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. The selected film will focus on the representation of queer womxn in film although the title has not been revealed yet. This is a monthly event featuring different films and seeks to create established inclusive places for queer womxn. It’s free and open to all ages.
Saturday, June 22
Mayor Muriel Bowser’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs will host its second annual District of Pride event at the Lincoln Theatre (1215 U St., N.W.) tonight at 7 p.m. The event will consist of queer artists from the area along with a special appearance by Rayceen Pendarvis, the Empress of Pride and the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington. The office advises the Mayor and D.C. government on the needs of the LGBTQ residents through technical assistance and training. The event is free but registration is required. For more information and to register, visit districtofpride2019.eventbrite.com.
The D.C. Reunion Project presents Thriving with HIV today at the Milken Institute (950 New Hampshire Ave., N.W.) from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The event is “a local experience for long-term survivors” living anywhere in the D.C. Metropolitan area and includes a continental breakfast and lunch. The Reunion Project “hosts one-day summits around the country, and is led by a National Steering Committee made up of people living with HIV.” Registration is free and confidential. For more information and to register, visit dcreunionproject2019.eventbrite.com.
Sunday, June 23
Geek Nite Out will host a “Getting Buzzed at Drag Brunch” event at St. Arnold’s Cleveland & The Abbey (3433 Connecticut Ave., N.W.) today at 11 a.m. Before going to see “Toy Story 4,” attendees can enjoy a “one of a kind drag brunch.” The show starts at 12:30 p.m. but the group will leave around 1:10 p.m. to see the movie at the AMC Loews Uptown 1 (3426 Connecticut Ave., N.W.). Geek Nite Out is a group for people looking to meet new people and sometimes do “extremely geeky things.” For reservations, visit starnoldsmussel.com.
Dragon’s Breath Yoga (3423 14th St., N.W.) will start its Queer Yoga and Snacks event today from 2-4:30 p.m. The event will consist of 90 minutes of yoga followed with time to meet new people and build connections. Coordinators would like the event to be reccuring every fourth Sunday afternoon and are willing to expand. Tickets are $10 and participants are advised to bring snacks to share. To purchase tickets, visit clients.mindbodyonline.com.
Monday, June 24
The Songbyrd Music House & Record Cafe (2477 18th St., N.W.) will host an Autostraddle Meetup with queer trivia tonight at 7 p.m. Autostraddle is an online community for lesbian, bisexual and queer women that’s the “most popular lesbian website.” Donations are being accepted and will go to Sylvia Rivera Law Center. To make a donation, visit eventbrite.com.
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton is celebrating pride at Red Bear Brewing (209 M St., N.E.) tonight from 7-8 p.m. She’ll be there to discuss issues concerning the LGBTQ and D.C. community. Congresswoman Norton is a strong supporter of the Equality Act and has recently introduced a bill to ban discrimination of LGBTQ jurors in local D.C. court. To register, visit eventbrite.com.
Tuesday, June 25
A “POSE” viewing party will be held at the D.C. Eagle (3701 Benning Rd., N.E.) tonight at 10 p.m. This is a weekly event that allows attendees to watch the hit show with two flatscreens. “POSE” is a drama spotlighting the legends, icons and ferocious house mothers of New York’s underground ball culture, a movement that first gained notice in the 1980s. The show was also recently renewed for a third season. To RSVP, visit eventbrite.com
Desiree Dik will host drag bingo tonight at 7 p.m. at Red Bear Brewing (209 M St., N.E.). Four games will be played for prizes followed by a drag show. Its free to play and games are held every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. For more information, visit redbear.beer.
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will play tonight at the Wolf Trap (1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, Va.) at 7 p.m. The concert will open with Liz Phair and Melissa Etheridge performing their own hits like “I’m The Only One” and “Why Can’t I?” Other songs that will be performed are “Hit Me with Your Best Shot” and “Love Is a Battlefield.” Tickets start at $35 and doors open at 5:30 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit wolftrap.com.
UFCW Outreach and NOVA Pride at Work present their Pride movie night event tonight with a screening of “Milk” at 6 p.m. at NOVA Labor (4536 John Marr Dr., Annandale, Va.). “Milk” is a biopic of slain elected official Harvey Milk. For more information, call Frank at 571-278-6186.
Wednesday, June 26
United Night Out 2019 will be hosted by Federal Triangles Soccer Club tonight from 6-10 p.m. at Audi Field (100 Potomac Ave., S.W.). D.C. United is celebrating its ninth annual Pride Night and a portion of ticket sales supports the club and Team D.C. The first 500 people to purchase tickets through its website will receive a D.C. United pride themed koozie. Gates open at 5 p.m. and tickets are $30. To purchase tickets, visit offer.fevo.com.
The Lambda Bridge Club meets at the Dignity Center (721 8th St., S.E.) tonight at 7:30 p.m. The club will be playing duplicate bridge games and newcomers are welcomed. The group hosts games every first and third Wednesday of the month and serves gay bridge players. No reservation is required. To find a partner, call 202-841-0279.
NLGJA-D.C., a local LGBT journalism group, has a Pride happy hour tonight at 6 p.m. at Nellie’s (900 U St., N.W.). Members are non-members are welcome. Look for the event page on eventbrite.com for details.
Thursday, June 27
Reel Affirmations XTRA presents “Rafiki” at Landmark’s E Street Cinema (555 11th St., N.W.) tonight at 9 p.m. Rafiki is a movie about the love story between two young women in a country that still criminalizes homosexuality and forces them to choose happiness or safety. Reel Affirmations XTRA is The D.C. Center’s monthly film series that “keeps LGBTQ images and life stories on the foreground of the Arts and Culture scene.” Tickets are $14. To purchase, visit dccenter.org/events/rafiki.
Peak Unlimited LLC is hosting an Evaluate & Elevate Business Forum today from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn Fairfax (3950 Fair Ridge Dr., Fairfax, Va.). The event will feature panelists who will evaluate issues within businesses and provide recommendations for elevation. Peak Unlimited LLC provides “exceptional practical training, brand and business audits. Tickets start at $50. To purchase, visit eventbrite.com.
Out & About
Love board games and looking for love?
Quirk Events will host “Board Game Speed Dating for Gay Men” on Thursday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. at KBird DC.
Searching for a partner can be challenging. But board games are always fun. So what if you combined board games and finding a partner?
Picture this: You sit down for a night of games. A gaming concierge walks you through several games over the course of the night. You play classics you love and discover brand new games you’ve never heard of, playing each with a different group of fun singles. All while in a great establishment.
At the end of the night, you give your gaming concierge a list of the folks you met that you’d like to date and a list of those you met that you’d like to just hang out with as friends. If any two people put down the same name as each other in either column, then your gaming concierge will make sure you get each other’s e-mail address and you can coordinate a time to hang out.
Tickets cost $31.80 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Friday, January 16
Friday Tea Time will be at 12 p.m. at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. This is a social hour for older LGBTQ+ adults. Bring your beverage of choice. For more information, contact Mac ([email protected]).
Trans and Genderqueer Game Night will be at 7 p.m. at the DC LGBTQ+ Community Center. This is a relaxing, laid-back evening of games and fun. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Social in the City” at 7 p.m. at Hotel Zena. This event is ideal for making new connections and community building or just to unwind and enjoy extended happy hour. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Saturday, January 17
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.
The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center and SMYAL will host a free film screening of “Mama Bears” celebrating queer youth, resilience, and the power of living authentically. Whether you’re a movie lover, looking to make new friends, or simply want a safe, affirming space to relax, this event is for you. Click this link to RSVP.
LGBTQ People of Color will be at 7 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 judgement free. There will be all sorts of activities like watching movies, poetry events, storytelling, and just hanging out with others. For more details, visit thedccenter.org/poc or facebook.com/centerpoc.
Sunday, January 18
Go Gay DC will host “LGBTQ+ Community and Conversation” at noon at As You Are. This event is for those looking to make more friends and meaningful connections in the LGBTQ+ community. Look for the Go Gay DC sign on the long table near the front window. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
Monday, January 19
“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, January 20
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.
Tae Kwon Do Class with Avi Rome will be at 12:30 p.m. This inclusive and beginner-friendly class, led by Instructor Avi Rome, offers a light warm-up, stretching, and instruction in basic techniques, patterns, and striking padded targets. Each session is designed to be adaptable for all ability and mobility levels, creating a welcoming space for everyone to build strength, confidence, and community through martial arts. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Wednesday, January 21
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.
Thursday, January 22
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.
Virtual Yoga Class will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This free weekly class is a combination of yoga, breathwork and meditation that allows LGBTQ+ community members to continue their healing journey with somatic and mindfulness practices. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
Friday, January 9
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 details, visit Facebook.
“Backbone Comedy” will be at 8 p.m. at As You Are. Backbone Comedy is a queer-run fundraiser comedy show at As You Are Bar DC, where comics stand up for a cause. Each show, a percentage of proceeds go to a local organization – Free Minds DC, a reentry organization for individuals impacted by incarceration. Tickets cost $19.98 and are available on Eventbrite.
Saturday, January 10
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.
Monday, January 12
“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]).
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.
Tuesday, January 13
Coming Out Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This is a safe space to share experiences about coming out and discuss topics as it relates to doing so — by sharing struggles and victories the group allows those newly coming out and who have been out for a while to learn from others. For more details, visit the group’s Facebook.
Trans Discussion Group will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This 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, email [email protected].
Wednesday, January 14
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.
The DC Center for the LGBT Community will partner with House of Ruth to host “Art & Conversation” at 3 p.m. at 1827 Wiltberger St., N.W. This free workshop will involve two hours of art making, conversation, and community. Guests will explore elements of healthy relationships with a community-centered art activity. This workshop involves paint, so please dress accordingly. All materials will be provided. For more details, email [email protected].
Thursday, January 15
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.
Virtual Yoga Class will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This free weekly class is a combination of yoga, breathwork and meditation that allows LGBTQ+ community members to continue their healing journey with somatic and mindfulness practices. For more details, visit the DC Center’s website.
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