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Calendar: Jan. 3-9

Parties, performances and events in the week to come

Published

4 years ago

January 2, 2020

Philip Van Slooten

Capital Classics presents **“Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure”** at 7:30 p.m. at Landmark’s West End Cinema on Jan. 8.

Friday, Jan. 3

Poker Face 2000s Dance Party is tonight at 9 p.m. at the DC9 (1940 9th St., N.W.). Tickets are free in advance and $5 the day of for this 21-and-up event. For more information, visit dc9.club.

Saturday, Jan. 4

The Scavenger Hunt of the Smithsonians is today from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. beginning at Ollie’s Trolley Restaurant (425 12th St., N.W.). The race starts at noon and first prize is free admission to an upcoming Embassy Gala. Tickets are $20 on thingstododc.com.

Rewind: Request Line is tonight at 9 p.m. at Green Lantern (1335 Green Ct., N.W.). This dance party is hosted by D.J. Darryl Strickland and features ‘80s and ‘90s music videos all night long. For more information, visit greenlanterndc.com.

Sunday, Jan. 5

Today is Free Community Day at the National Museum of Women in the Arts (1250 New York Ave., N.W.) from noon-5 p.m. Admission is free to explore current exhibitions and events such as “Judy Chicago” and “Fierce Women.” For more information, visit nmwa.org.

Monday, Jan. 6

Singing with the Sisters is tonight at 9 p.m. for weekly Karaoke at Green Lantern (1335 Green Court, N.W.). The public is invited to join the D.C. Sisters for heavenly mayhem at happy hour prices. More information is available at greenlanterndc.com.

Tuesday, Jan. 7

Jesse Valenzuela of the Gin Blossoms performs at Rams Head on Stage (33 West St., Annapolis, Md.) tonight at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 on Eventbrite.

Wednesday, Jan. 8

Lez Read is tonight from 7-8 p.m. at Politics and Prose (5015 Connecticut Ave., N.W.). This group reads a wide selection of fiction and nonfiction books on lesbian and queer themes or titles that were written by lesbian or queer-identified writers. For more information, email [email protected].

Capital Classics presents “Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure” at 7:30 p.m. at Landmark’s West End Cinema (2301 M St., N.W.). Actor-comedian Paul Reuben’s quirky ‘80s character searches for his stolen bike in this cult classic. Ticket information is available on landmarktheatres.com.

D.C. Lambda Squares offer beginning dance lessons starting tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church (755 8th St., N.W.). Sessions will run for 20 weeks. Cost is $90. Details at dclambdasquares.org.

Thursday, Jan. 9

Thirst Trap Thursdays hosted by Venus Valhalla is tonight at Pitchers (2317 18th St., N.W.) at 11 p.m. This weekly event features drink specials and queer performers. Visit pitchersbardc.com and Facebook events for more information.

“Once Upon a Time in Shanghai: Behind the Scenes of the Chinese Film Industry” author Mark Parascandola will discuss and sign copies of his book tonight at Politics and Prose (1270 5th St., N.E.) from 7-8 p.m. For more information, visit the Politics and Prose Facebook page.

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Pride Run 5K nearly sold out

Front Runners annual event to be held at Congressional Cemetery

Published

1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

Front Runners Pride Run 5K (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Sign up now to join the annual Front Runners Pride Run 5K. The event is 85 percent sold out. The event is Friday, June 7 at Historic Congressional Cemetery.

Join more than 1,000 runners and walkers as they kick off Pride weekend 2024. When registering please consider donating to one of the event’s charity partners. This year’s race proceeds benefit local LGBTQ and disenfranchised youth organizations, including the Team DC Student-Athlete Scholarship, Wanda Alston Foundation, Blade Foundation, Ainsley’s Angels of America (National Capital Region), Pride365 and SMYAL. Visit DCPriderun.com to register or to donate.

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Civil rights commission to celebrate queer life

Panel discussion to discuss progress in LGBTQ rights

Published

1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

(Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights will host “Celebrating Progress and Centering Joy” on Thursday, June 6 at 12 p.m. virtually.

This event is a virtual panel discussion, as the commission celebrates the progress in LGBTQIA+ rights and center joy within the community.

This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Calendar

Calendar: May 17-23

LGBTQ events in the days to come

Published

1 day ago

May 17, 2024

Tinashe Chingarande

Friday, May 17

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 “LGBTQ+ Speed Friending” at 7 p.m. at Puro Gusto. 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.

Saturday, May 18

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. Attendance is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Sunday, May 19

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, May 20

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].

Go Gay DC will host “Out and About in Shirlington LGBTQ+ Happy Hour” at 6 p.m. at Palette 22. About 30 LGBTQ folk are expected. Palette 22 offers modern street food spanning the globe served in a bustling art studio & gallery atmosphere. This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.

Tuesday, May 21

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.

Bi Roundtable will be at 7 p.m. on Zoom. This event is an opportunity for people to gather in order to discuss issues related to bisexuality or as Bi individuals in a private setting. For more details, visit Facebook or Meetup.

Wednesday, May 22

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.

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, May 23

The DC Center’s Fresh Produce Program will be held all day at the DC Center for the LGBT Community. 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, breathwork, and meditation. For more details, visit the DC Center for the LGBT Community’s website.