PHOTOS: Ugly Sweater Party

Imperial Court holds holiday event at Freddie’s

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3 years ago

December 19, 2022

The Imperial Court held an Ugly Sweater Party at Freddie's on Sunday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Imperial Court of Washington, D.C. held an Ugly Sweater Party at Freddie’s Beach Bar and Grill in Arlington, Va. on Sunday, Dec. 18. The event raised money for the LGBT Fallen Heroes Fund.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) December 19, 2022

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George Takei was among the featured guests at Awesome Con on March 14. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

The annual fantasy, comics and science fiction convention Awesome Con was held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on March 13-15. Featured guests included openly gay actor, author and activist, George Takei. The convention included LGBTQ panels and a “Pride Alley” with LGBTQ-specific booths in the exhibit hall.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)