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PHOTOS: Best of LGBTQ DC Awards Party
Washington Blade celebrates community at annual event
The Washington Blade held its 22nd annual Best of LGBTQ Awards Party at Shakers on Thursday, Oct. 19.
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Covering the Best of LGBTQ DC Awards at @ShakersDC for @WashBlade . @EvryPleasure performing: pic.twitter.com/fkdCYi7SaY
— Michael Patrick Key (@MichaelKeyWB) October 20, 2023
Glitterati Productions held the “Studio 69” party at Bunker on Friday, May 8.
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The Miss Gay Western Maryland pageant was held at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, May 1. Maria R. Posa was crowned the winner with Aura Fixation named first alternate. Both winners are qualified to compete in the 2026 Miss Gay Maryland America pageant.
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The new monthly 90’s Flashback Drag Brunch premiered at Red Bear Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 26. Performers included Logan Stone, Tiffany D. Carter and Charlemagne Chateau.
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