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  • Deep Impact

    By on June 8, 2005

    When Wanda Alston was fatally stabbed in March by a neighbor in a crack-induced stupor, Washington lost a woman who was arguably the most powerful...

  • Divas of Pride

    By on June 8, 2005

    Today's pop music industry prefers its women doe-eyed and bird-brained. Pin-up pretty but deep-down dumb. But not every woman plays along. ''I'm not the dumb...

  • BETTY'S Back!

    By on June 8, 2005

    When the woman-powered BETTY opens the mainstage at Sunday's Capital Pride Festival, it will be a homecoming of sorts. You see, they've played Pride before,...

  • The Week in Pride

    By on June 8, 2005

    A partial selection of events, dances and social gatherings surrounding the 30th Annual Capital Pride Festival Wednesday, June 8th Mr. and Miss Capital...

  • Rock It, Man

    By on June 8, 2005

    Like any alternative rocker worth his weight in angst, Bob Mould is not a carefree man. In fact, he's very concerned about the self-destructive nature...

  • District of Columbia Bear Club (DCBC)

    By on May 18, 2005

    Members of DCBC MISSION: DCBC was created in 1995 to promote fellowship among Bears, Cubs, Levi/Leather and other diverse members of the District of Columbia...

  • Bread and Roses Feminist Singers

    By on May 11, 2005

    Members of Bread and Roses MISSION: Bread & Roses Feminist Singers strive for musical excellence; project a message of feminism, social justice and peace; broaden...

  • Not What You Think

    By on May 4, 2005

    MISSION: Founded nearly 15 years ago, Not What You Think (NWYT), an ensemble affiliated with the Lesbian & Gay Chorus of Washington, operates as a...

  • ReNudePride

    By on April 20, 2005

    MISSION: ReNudePride was created in 2003 to provide a healthy, non-threatening environment where men can enjoy being nude together. The group of 150-plus members is...

  • Sweet-Smelling Success

    By on April 6, 2005

    Flowers are a welcoming sign for passers-by at Flowers on 14th. Starting with a part-time job when he was in high school, Jeff Fritz has...

  • This Mama Keeps on Going

    By on April 6, 2005

    Go Mama Go's Noi Chudnoff Since August 2001, Noi Chudnoff has offered funky and affordable artwork, housewares and gifts from her shop, Go Mama Go...

  • 14th & U: A Revitalized Corridor

    By on April 6, 2005

    It's no secret that 14th Street in Northwest is one of the city's fastest growing and most dynamic neighborhoods. Over the past few years, new...

  • Day care goes to the dogs on 14th Street

    By on April 6, 2005

    Anyone who's ever had a dog knows that a canine is more than just a pet. Man's (and woman's) best friend is also one of...

  • D.C. Boys of Leather

    By on March 30, 2005

    Members of D.C. Boys of Leather ORGANIZATIONAL MISSION: Founded in 1999, D.C. Boys of Leather provides leatherboys a forum in which to have fun, learn,...

  • Potomac Motorcycle Club

    By on March 9, 2005

    Members of the Potomac Motorcycle Club (Photo by Todd Franson ) MISSION: Founded in 1992, The Potomac MC serves as a social, educational and fundraising...