Community Calendar

List of the DC Area's Lesbian, Gay, Bi & Trans Events: culture, health, politics, social, sports, religion, more

03-04-10 Community Calendar

Metro Weekly's Community Calendar highlights important events in the gay community, from alternative social events to volunteer opportunities. Event information should be sent by e-mail to ; by fax to 202-638-6831; or by mail to Metro Weekly, Attn: Community Calendar, 1012 14th St., N.W., Suite 209, Washington, D.C., 20005. Deadline for inclusion is noon, the Friday before publication. Announcement submissions that are not date-specific may run for two weeks, with the option for listing organizations to resubmit if appropriate. Questions about the calendar can be directed to the Metro Weekly office at 202-638-6830.

Online Groups

GoGayDC is a new Meetup social club for gay men looking for a ''hip and happening club'' to join. The group plans to host parties and attend local lounges in the D.C. area. For more information, visit www.gogaydc.org.

Gay News Junkies is a group that has both fun and informative discussions, socials, and dinners to discuss news, current events, politics, and issues concerning the gay community that are of mutual interests. Topics can be local, national, or international. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/gaynewsjunkies

Gay Sport Fans is a group for gay people that enjoy gathering to watch a variety of sports and even attending them as a group. The group is open to all sports. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/gaysportfans

GLBT International Association for the greater Washington D.C. and Baltimore metro area is an international social club for the GLBT community. Join the group and meet people from different countries, make new friends, and participate in internationally flavored activities. The group meets every Saturday. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BW-Gay-Lesbian-International.

NOVA Gay and Lesbian Professionals attend a variety of social events at Northern Virginia venues. Membership is free and more information is available at www.gaypros.meetup.com/208.

Thursday, March 4

Out for Business, George Washington University School of Business's LGBT Alliance, presents its launch party. Mova, upstairs, 1435 P St. NW, 6-9 p.m. RSVP to .

Weekly Events

Andromeda Transcultural Health offers free HIV testing, 9-5 p.m., and HIV services (by appointment). Call 202-291-4707, or visit andromedatransculturalhealth.org.

Caregiver Support Group is a safe space to share with other caregivers. Free for LBT women who are caregivers. Registration required. Call 202-332-5536 or e-mail .

DC Aquatics Club (DCAC) practice session at the Takoma Aquatic Center, 7:30-9 p.m. Visit swimdcac.org.

DC Lambda Squares gay and lesbian square-dancing group features mainstream through advanced dancing, National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Circle NW, 7-9:30 p.m. Singles and couples welcome; casual dress. E-mail , call 301-257-0517 or visit dclambdasquares.org.

The Dulles Triangles Northern Virginia social group meets for happy hour at the Sheraton in Reston, 11810 Sunrise Valley Drive, 2nd-floor bar, 7-9 p.m. All welcome. E-mail or visit dullestriangles.com.

HIV Testing at Whitman-Walker Clinic. The Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center, 1701 14th St. NW, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. At the Max Robinson Center, 2301 MLK Jr. Ave. SE, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 202-483-TEST. Visit wwc.org.

Karing with Individuality (K.I.) Services, at 3333 Duke St., Alexandria, hosts a black gay and bisexual men's support group. 6 p.m. Also, free HIV testing, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-823-4401.

Renegades Rugby, a Division III Men's Club in the Potomac Rugby Union, practices from 6:45-8:45 p.m. at Cardozo High School field located at 1300 Clifton St. NW. Visit dcrugby.com.

Us Helping Us hosts a Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 3636 Georgia Ave. NW. The group is independent of UHU. For details, call 202-446-1100.

Friday, March 5

Northern Virginia Gay and Lesbian Professionals joins with Burgundy Crescent Volunteers for Snoverit March Spring Social. 6-8 p.m., Caribbean Breeze Restaurant, 4100 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington. Call 703-812-7997.

Weekly Events

Andromeda Transcultural Health offers free HIV testing, 9-5 p.m., and HIV services (by appointment). Call 202-291-4707, or visit andromedatransculturalhealth.org.

Bet Mishpachah, founded by members of the GLBT community, holds Friday night Shabbat services followed by an "oneg" social hour at 8:30 p.m. Services in the Community Room of the DCJCC, 1529 16th St. NW. Visit betmish.org.

Gay District, a weekly, non-church-affiliated, discussion and social group for GBTQ men between 18 and 35, meets at 8:30 p.m. at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, 1820 Connecticut Ave. NW; E-mail or visit gaydistrict.org.

Gay Married Men's Association (GAMMA) is a peer-support group that meets in Dupont Circle every second and fourth Friday at 7:30 p.m. Visit gay-married.com or e-mail .

HIV Testing at Whitman-Walker Clinic. D.C.: Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center, 1701 14th St. NW, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. At the Max Robinson Center, 2301 MLK Jr. Ave. SE. from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. For an appointment call 202-483-TEST. Visit wwc.org.

Karing with Individuality (K.I.) Services, at 3333 Duke St., Alexandria, offers free ''rapid'' HIV testing and counseling, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-823-4401 for details.

National City Christian Church, an inclusive congregation, hosts a Pipe Organ Recital, 12:15-1 p.m., at 5 Thomas Circle NW. For details, call 202-797-0103. nationalcity.org.

SMYAL's Rec Night provides a social atmosphere for GLBT and questioning youth every Friday night, featuring dance parties, movie nights and game nights. For details contact Leandrea Gilliam at .

Transgender Health Empowerment "Diva Chat" support group. From 6-8 p.m. at 1414 North Capitol St. NE. Snacks provided. Call 202-636-1646.

Saturday, March 6

Adventuring outdoors group takes a strenuous seven-mile hike on Massanutten Mountain. Bring beverages, lunch, winter-worthy boots and about $15 for fees. Dinner in Front Royal follows. Meet at 9 a.m., East Falls Church Metro Kiss and Ride lot. Call Craig, 202-462-0535; adventuring.org.

Food and Friends offers free HIV/AIDS oral-swab tests at the Riggs LaSalle Community Center, 501 Riggs Road NE, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., to commemorate the National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. foodandfriends.org.

Weekly Events

Andromeda Transcultural Health offers free HIV testing, 9-5 p.m., and HIV services (by appointment). Call 202-291-4707, or visit andromedatransculturalhealth.org.

Brazilian GLBT Group, including people of other nationalities interested in Brazilian culture, meets. For location and time, e-mail .

DC Aquatics Club (DCAC) practice session at Montgomery College in Takoma Park, 8:30-10 a.m.; swimdcac.org.

DC Front Runners, a running, walking and social club, welcomes all levels for exercise in a fun and supportive environment, with socializing afterward. Meets 9:30 a.m. at 23rd and P Streets NW, for a walk, or 10 a.m. for fun run. For more, e-mail or visit dcfrontrunners.org.

DC Thirty Something, a social group for gay guys in their 30s, plans dinners, concerts, sporting events and more. To join, or for more information, send name and e-mail to .

Dignity Northern Virginia sponsors a mass each Saturday for the LGBT community, family and friends. 6:30 p.m., Immanuel Church-on-the-Hill, 3606 Seminary Road, Alexandria. All are welcome. Call 703-912-1662 or e-mail .

DC Sentinels basketball team meets at Turkey Thicket Recreation Center, 1100 Michigan Ave. NE, 2-4 p.m. The gathering is for players of all levels, gay or straight. Visit teamdcbasketball.org.

Us Helping Us hosts Exercise Group: Stretching and Low-Impact Aerobics, 10-11 a.m., 3636 Georgia Ave. NW. $15. Call 202-446-1100.

Sunday, March 7

Capturing Fire, a "Queer Spoken Word Summit and Slam," running through Tuesday, March 9, includes poetry slam, performance and writing workshops, panels and networking. The slam is limited to 30 performers who identify as queer. The summit is open to everyone. Advanced slam registration is $50; all-inclusive summit passes are $35; tickets to single events are $10. All donations and registration fees are tax-deductable. To register, or for more information, e-mail .

Chrysalis arts and culture group visits the Corcoran Gallery of Art to see ''Turner to Cezanne.'' $10 adults, $8 seniors. All welcome. Meet 11:30 a.m. inside the Corcoran lobby, 500 17th St. NW. Lunch follows. Call Craig 202-462-0535; .

Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry (NOVAM) presents its First Annual Bowling Extravaganza!, 1-4:30 p.m., Bowl America, 140 S. Maple Ave., Falls Church. Each bowler is asked to raise $50. Participants receive three games of bowling and shoe rental. All donations are tax-deductible. Bowler who raises the most receives weekend stay at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. For more information call Kim Sheridan, 703-533-5505, ext. 16, or 703-862-5069.

Rainbow Families, an organization for local LGBT parents, prospective parents, and allies, hosts a day at the YMCA in Alexandria, 1-4 p.m. Swimming, basketball, etc. No charge. rainbowfamiliesdc.org.

Weekly Events

DC Aquatics Club (DCAC) practice session at the Takoma Aquatic Center, 9-10:30 a.m. Visit swimdcac.org.

Bethel Church-DC is a progressive and radically inclusive church with services weekly at 2 p.m. in the St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 1525 Newton St. NW. betheldc.org.

Believers Covenant Fellowship Sunday worship, 11 a.m. at the Worship and Ministry Center, 8466 Tyco Road, Vienna. Visit believerscovenant.org.

Dignity Washington sponsors a weekly Roman Catholic Mass for the LGBT community at 6 p.m., St. Margaret's Church, 1820 Connecticut Ave. NW. All are welcome. Sign interpreted. Visit dignitywashington.org, call 202-546-2235, or e-mail .

Friends Meeting of Washington meets for worship at 2111 Florida Ave. NW. 10:30 a.m. in Quaker House Living Room (next door to the Meeting House on Decatur Place, second floor), with a special welcome to lesbians and gays. Also at 10:30 a.m., in the Meeting House, a large gathering of Spiritual Light. Handicapped accessible from Phelps Place gate. Hearing-assistance system. Visit fmw.quaker.org.

Freedom Fellowship Christian Church, a Christ-centered, affirming church, offers worship service at 10 a.m., 4649 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave. NE. Visit ffccdc.org.

Hope United Church of Christ welcomes the GLBT community for worship at. 10:30 a.m., 6130 Old Telegraph Road, Alexandria. hopeucc.org

Lincoln Temple United Church of Christ, a multiracial, multicultural, open and affirming church, offers worship at 10:30 a.m. with Songs of Praise. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 a.m. with Rev. Nathan A. Harris. 1701 11th St. NW. Call 202-288-4699 or e-mail .

Metropolitan Community Church of Northern Virginia (MCC NOVA) Sunday Services at 11 a.m. Worship celebration led by Rev. Kharma Amos; Children's Sunday School at 11 a.m. 10383 Democracy Lane, Fairfax. Visit mccnova.com for directions and more information, or call 703-691-0930.

Metropolitan Community Church of Washington, D.C. (MCC-DC) Sunday Worship Services at 9 a.m. (ASL interpreted) and 11 a.m. Children's Sunday School at 11 a.m. 474 Ridge St. NW. Visit mccdc.com or call 202-638-7373.

National City Christian Church is an inclusive church with a GLBT fellowship, located at 5 Thomas Circle NW. The church offers gospel worship every Sunday at 8:30 a.m., and traditional worship at 11 a.m. Call 202-232-0323, nationalcitycc.org.

Rainbow Families DC's ''Maybe Baby'' series is designed for single men and couples considering parenthood. The group meets from 3-5 p.m. For details, e-mail .

Riverside Baptist Church, a Christ-centered, interracial, welcoming and affirming church, offers service at 10 a.m. 680 I St. SW. Call 202-554-4330 or visit riverside-dc.org.

St. Stephen and the Incarnation is an ''interracial, multi-ethnic Christian Community'' that embraces all. Services in English at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; services in Spanish at 5:15 p.m. 1525 Newton St. NW, 202-232-0900, saintstephensdc.org.

Unitarian Church of Arlington, an LGBTQ welcoming and affirming congregation, at 4444 Arlington Blvd., offers services at 10 a.m. The Virginia Rainbow UU Ministry (VARUUM) members lead and participate in all UUCA activities to promote LGBTQ equality. E-mail .

Unitarian Universalist Church of Silver Spring invites LGBTQ families and individuals of all creeds and cultures to join the church, offering services at 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. The church is located at 10309 New Hampshire Ave. uucss.org.

Universalist National Memorial Church, at 16th and S Streets NW, is a welcoming and inclusive church of the Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations. Services at 11 a.m. in the Romanesque sanctuary. A GLBT Interweave social/service group meets monthly. Visit universalist.org or call 202-387-3411.

Monday, March 8

Weekly Events

Andromeda Transcultural Health offers free HIV testing, 9-5 p.m., and HIV services (by appointment). Call 202-291-4707 or visit andromedatransculturalhealth.org.

DC Aquatics Club (DCAC) practice session at Marie Reed, 8-9:30 p.m. Visit swimdcac.org.

DC Radical Faeries weekly dish-and-discussion potluck, 7-10 p.m. Visit dcradfaes.org.

HIV Testing at Whitman-Walker Clinic. D.C.: Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center, 1701 14th St. NW, from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. At the Max Robinson Center, 2301 MLK Jr. Ave. SE, from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. For an appointment call 202-483-TEST. Visit wwc.org.

Karing with Individuality (K.I.) Services, at 3333 Duke St., Alexandria, offers free ''rapid'' HIV testing and counseling, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-823-4401 for details.

Metropolitan Community Church of Washington, D.C., sponsors an HIV-positive support group at 7 p.m., 474 Ridge St. NW. The group is open to all. For more information contact Matt at .

Us Helping Us hosts a black gay men's affinity group tonight at 3636 Georgia Ave. NW. For details call 202-446-1100.

Washington Wetskins Water Polo Team practices, 7-9 p.m. at Takoma Community Center Pool, 300 Van Buren St. NW. Inexperienced and newcomers with at least basic swimming ability are always welcome. Visit wetskins.org, call Tom at 703-299-0504 or e-mail .

Tuesday, March 9

Capital Pride invites everyone to a general meeting a mixer centered on planning for the annual festival and parade in June. 7-8 p.m., Mova Lounge, 1435 P St. NW. 202-719-5304, capitalpride.org.

Gay and Lesbian Activists Alliance, a local non-partisan political lobbying group, meets at 7 p.m. at the Charles Sumner School, 1201 17th St. NW, to celebrate achievement of marriage equality in D.C. Non-members welcome. 202-667-5139; glaa.org.

PFLAG-Columbia/Howard County presents a screening of the film Tru Loved, during its general monthly meeting, 7:30 p.m., Owen Brown Interfaith Center, 7246 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, Md. pflagmd.org.

Weekly Events

Andromeda Transcultural Health offers free HIV testing, 9-5 p.m., and HIV services (by appointment). Call 202-291-4707, or visit andromedatransculturalhealth.org.

Asians and Friends weekly happy hour and dinner afterward, kicks off at 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Cobalt/30 Degrees Lounge, 1639 R St. NW. Visit afwashington.net.

DC Aquatics Club (DCAC) practice session at the Takoma Aquatic Center from 7:30-9 p.m. Visit swimdcac.org.

DC Front Runners, a running, walking and social club, welcomes all to join the group weekly at 7 p.m. at the main lobby of Union Station for a for a walk and run around the National Mall. dcfrontrunners.org.

HIV Testing at Whitman-Walker Clinic. D.C.: Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center, 1701 14th St. NW, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. At the Max Robinson Center, 2301 MLK Jr. Ave. SE, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. For an appointment call 202-483-TEST. Visit wwc.org.

The HIV Working Group of the DC Center hosts its weekly ''Packing Party,'' where volunteers work to assemble safe-sex kits consisting of condoms and lube. EFN Lounge's Motley Bar, 1318 9th St. NW, 7:30-10 p.m. thedccenter.org.

Karing with Individuality (K.I.) Services, at 3333 Duke St., Alexandria, offers free ''rapid'' HIV testing and counseling, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-823-4401 for details.

The Lesbian and Gay Chorus of Washington (LGCW), rehearses from 7:15-9:15 p.m., at CHAW, 545 7th St. SE. Rehearsals are open and visitors are always welcome. lgcw.org.

Renegades Rugby, a Division III Men's Club in the Potomac Rugby Union, practices from 6:45-8:45 p.m. at Cardozo High School field located at 1300 Clifton St. NW. Visit dcrugby.com.

Support group for LGBTQ youth ages 13-21 meets at the Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League, 410 7th St. SE, 5-7 p.m. For details, call Leandrea Gilliam, 202-546-5940, ext. 116, or e-mail .

United ENDA Coalition meets from 6-9 p.m. to encourage supporters to help pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act. Meet at 1325 Massachusetts Ave. NW, 6th floor; For more information, visit http://bit.ly/cd6ZGX or contact Aaditi Dubale at .

Us Helping Us hosts a support group for black gay men over 40, from 7-9 p.m., at 3636 Georgia Ave. NW. Call 202-446-1100.

Wednesday, March 10

The Big Gay Book Group discusses City Boy: My Life in New York in the 1960s and '70s by Edmund White, 7 p.m., 1155 F St. NW. Suite 200. biggaybookgroup.com.

The Capital Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CAGLCC) hosts its second annual Meganetworking and Social Event for LGBT Professionals, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Town Danceboutique, 2009 8th St. NW. caglcc.org.

The DC Center welcomes staff from the Office of Human Rights who will help attendants file discrimination complaints, during the Office of Human Rights Intake Day, 1-4 p.m., The Center, 1810 14th St. NW, thedccenter.org.

Hollaback Transgender Support Group is a monthly social and support group for the transgender community, and a program of the DC Community AIDS Network. The group meets at 6:30 p.m., at 1810 14th St. NW. thedccenter.org.

Rainbow Response holds its monthly meeting from 7-8 p.m. For location and other details, visit rainbowresponse.org.

Weekly Events

Andromeda Transcultural Health offers free HIV testing, 9-5 p.m., and HIV services (by appointment). Call 202-291-4707, or visit andromedatransculturalhealth.org.

Ad Lib, a group for scintillating, freestyle conversation and coffee, meets about 7:45 p.m. in the covered patio area of Cosi at Connecticut Avenue and R Street NW. All welcome. For information call Jamie at 703-892-8567.

Believers Covenant Fellowship Intercessory Prayer and Worship, 7:30 p.m. at the Worship and Ministry Center, 8466 Tyco Road, Vienna. Call 703-790-9199.

DC Aquatics Club (DCAC) practice session at Marie Reed, from 8-9:30 p.m., for details, visit swimdcac.org.

Full Equality Now DC holds its regular planning meeting at the Metropolitan Community Church-D.C., 7 p.m. 474 Ridge St. NW. .

Karing with Individuality (K.I.) Services, at 3333 Duke St., Alexandria, offers free ''rapid'' HIV testing and counseling, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 703-823-4401 for details.

HIV Testing at Whitman-Walker Clinic. D.C.: Elizabeth Taylor Medical Center, 1701 14th St. NW, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. At the Max Robinson Center, 2301 MLK Jr. Ave. SE, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. For an appointment call 202-483-TEST. Visit wwc.org.

Prime Timers of DC, a social club for mature gay men, hosts its weekly happy hour and dinner at 6:30 p.m. at Windows Bar above Dupont Italian Kitchen, 1637 17th St. NW. Call Carl at 703-573-8316 or Bill at 703-671-2454.

SMYAL's Youth Planning Group, an opportunity for LGBTQ youth to have a voice in SMYAL's work and plan youth-led activities and programs, meets every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. at SMYAL, 410 7th St. SE. Call Tyrone Hanley 202-546-5940, ext. 102, or e-mail .

United ENDA Coalition meets from 6-9 p.m. to encourage supporters to help pass the Employment Non-Discrimination Act. Meet at 1325 Massachusetts Ave. NW, 6th floor; For more information, visit http://bit.ly/cd6ZGX or contact Aaditi Dubale at

Us Helping Us hosts ''A Positive U,'' a support group for black gay men who are living with HIV/AIDS, 7-9 p.m., 3636 Georgia Ave. NW. 202-446-1100.

Washington Wetskins Water Polo Team practices, 7-9 p.m. at Takoma Community Center Pool, 300 Van Buren St. NW. Inexperienced and newcomers with at least basic swimming ability are always welcome. Visit wetskins.org. Call Tom at 703-299-0504 or e-mail .

Saturday, March 13

Adventuring outdoors group takes a moderate eight-mile hike in Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve. Bring lunch, beverages and about $8 for fees. Contact ; adventuring.org.

Chrysalis arts and culture group holds its annual meeting and 30th anniversary celebration dinner. Members will discuss springtime plans. Meet at 7 p.m. Non-members welcome. For location and reservation call Kevin, 571-338-1433, by March 12.

Lambda Sci-Fi hosts a gaming party for LGBT sci-fi/fantasy/horror fans and friends. Bring a dish or a beverage to share, plus board/card games. 1:30 p.m., 909 South 22nd St., No. 2, Arlington. Call Eric, 703-521-0356, or visit lambdasf.org.

Sunday, March 14

Lambda Sci-Fi, monthly meeting and social for LGBT sci-fi/ fantasy/horror fans. Bring a snack or a non-alcoholic drink to share. Meeting 1:30 p.m., social 2 p.m. 1414 17th St. NW. Call James 202-232-3141. lambdasf.org.

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