COMMUNITY NEWS No One Will Out Work Us! December 2016 |
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The G-Listed 2016 Outstanding 100 LGBTQ Personalities & Leaders of Color |
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This year's The G-Listed's “100 Outstanding LGBTQ Personalities & Leaders of Color” is an acknowledgement of men and women who have exercised their talents and voices throughout the past 12 months that put an image of excellence. The people that were selected to be honored as the “100 Outstanding LGBTQ Personalities & Leaders of Color In 2016” are people whose platforms that The G-Listed's blogger, Waddie Grant followed throughout the year and say, “job well done on your 2016 accomplishments and leadership and that he encourages you to continue your great path know that he have your back as the blogger of The G-Listed.” Let's celebrate the platform of these wonderful honorees. Please click on button below! |
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The G-Scene Event Pictures Project Briggs Kicks Off In DC With Inspiring Speeches & Bocce Ball Photography - Courtesy Don Harris | Photographics donharrisphoto.format.com |
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Sunday, November 06, 2016 - Washington DC community advocate Rahim Briggs invited local personalities and leaders to the launch celebration of his organization Project Briggs. Many DC notables came to the celebration inside Pinstripes in the Georgetown neighborhood and learned about the organization’s plans, played bocce ball and reveled over music, food and drinks. EZsaidEZdone was the event host that entertained the crowd in between remarks given by Briggs, spiritual leader and Project Briggs board member Ben Pitts, social media personality Joseph Williams and many more. Click button below to read article and view event photos>> | | |
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LGBTQ Icon and supporter of Human Rights Janet Jackson has been named as one of this year's 2017 Nominees to be in inducted in the the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Let's make sure Ms. Janet gets inducted! The offical voting deadline has been extended until December 15th! | | |
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With innovation and bravado, Janet Jackson brushed aside the challenges of being a superstar’s sibling and became one of pop music’s dominant figures. The youngest member of the Jackson clan, she was first in the spotlight as a child actress on the TV series Good Times and Fame. But it was with the five-times-platinum Control album in 1986 that she staked her claim as an R&B powerhouse. Read More>> |
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Upcoming Events We Support! |
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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall explores the unique challenges, issues, and resolutions of the gay/bisexual and trans communities of color. These stories, based off the real life experiences of the cast, follows how these young adults must live in two worlds to survive, and must really take a look in the mirror to identify their idea of a safe and effective Disney end. Friday, December 9th Saturday, December 10th Open Bar Reception begins: 6:30PM Doors Open: 7:45 pm Show begins: 8:00 pm For more information, click button below | | |
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Join us as Impulse Group DC Presents Walter Lundy's Red Themed Toy Drive Party.
When: Tuesday December 20th
Where: Eighteenth Street Lounge (1212 18th St NW, Washington, DC)
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Every year this event is used to obtain toys for selected vulnerable and underserved children and families in our community.
The event is complimentary and will feature open bar and food. To gain admission you are asked to wear your best red ensemble and to bring your unwrapped toys.
For more informtion, click on button below | | |
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Annual Holiday Wish Gala continues to be a great way to begin the spirit of giving and celebrating. This year we honor the Best of Gay DC, Chef Tyonne Johns, by developing a scholarship fund in her memory. We will also continue to support Mary's House, an organization working to provide LGBT friendly, affordable housing for older adults. This semi-formal event will include amazing raffele opportunities, an Open Bar, h'oderves, live entertainment and DANCING! An excellent way to begin your holiday celebrations...A Party with a Purpose! Saturday, December 17, 2016 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. EST Human Rights Campaign 1640 Rhode Island Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20036 | | |
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Project Briggs, Inc. Supports Black-Owned Businesses HIS Grooming |
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HIS Grooming is the innovative name in Men's Grooming. Its foundation is built on the belief that today's man deserves more than just a haircut. He deserves an experience of professionalism and sophistication - mirroring his own life - in an environment that is exclusively tailored to him. HIS is a business as distrinctive and trend-setting as its clients - specifically those on Capital Hill - offering personalized grooming services and high-end grooming products, while encapsulating the history, spririt, and rich essence of the traditional barbership. Tell them Project Briggs, Inc. sent you! Learn more>> |
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| | Newsletter | Community Life in the DMV. Its mission is to promote activities and events that will connect black lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) men and women in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. View December Calendar>> December 2016 Networking Opportunities | Capital Area Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Networking Events & Community Engagement activities in the DMV! View Calendar>> December 2016 TAGG Magazine | Your It! Everything Lesbian, Queer, and Under The Rainbow... View TAGG Magazine>> SWERV Magazine | SWERV Magazine is a national lifestyle periodical, celebrating culture and community of African-American LGBT people throughout the country. View SWERV Magazine>> Washington Blade | America's Leading LGBT News Source View Washington Blade>> | | |
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| | Financial Tips | Watu Jackson, Chief Executive Officer for W Financial Solutions, LLC. Watu Jackson has been working in the financial services industry for 10 years in Public and Private Accounting as an Auditor, Tax Preparer, and Staff Accountant. He has a Bachelors Degree in Accounting from Morgan State University and a Masters Degree from University of Maryland University College. He's currently starting up his own company W Financial Solutions, LLC who's goal is to work with individuals to become financially literate, build and protect their wealth. To obtain Watu Jackson's Financial Tip for the month of November, click button below. | | |
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Health & Wellness | Results are 80% nutrition...And only 20% fitness. Regardless of how much time and effort you devote to fitness, without the proper nutrition you will never MAXIMIZE your results. Coach Shawn specializes in body sculpting, and nourishment. No matter what your fitness goals are, he has several "80/20 Fitness" programs, guides and supplements specifically designed to help you attain your health and fitness goals from near or far!Don't waste valuable time sitting, thinking about it... "GET, COACH SHAWN FIT"! Learn more>>> |
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Coach Shawn Stinson's December Exercise Tip DB Bench Step-Ups to Smith Machine Calf Raises! |
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Video Published on Dec 03, 2016 Me and legs... let's just say we have a love-hate relationship. For yearrrrs I skipped leg day, and I now regret it. Had I trained my legs since I started working out in 2002 they would be much bigger, and defined now. Legs are my least favorite training day of course, but they are a must for gains, stability, and overall strength! I love the gains I've received thus far! I'm not even close to where I'm headed... more to come! |
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On the Move! Featured Interviews Ebone` Bell, Guy Anthony and 108 Organization |
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| | On The Move! Ebone' Bell Managing Editor, Tagg Magazine Wednesday, December 07, 2016 - Project Briggs, Inc. Board Member Abdur-Rahim Briggs sat down with Ebone1 Bell, Managing Editor of Tagg Magazine to get an indepth chat about what's on her mind. Tagg Magazine is the only print publication and website dedicated to serving "Everything lesbian, queer, and under the rainbow" for the D.C. Metropolitan area. She's a 34-year-old entrepreneur and a small business owner living in Alexandria, VA with her fiancé and two cats. Ebone` enjoys being an active voice within the LGBTQ community, while also appreciating personal time with family and friends. Click on the highlighted link to read our interview: On the Move with Ebone` Bell>> | | |
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| | On the Move! Guy Anthony, President-CEO Black, Gifted & Whole BlackGiftedWhole.org
Twitter: @bgw_org
Facebook: @Blackgiftedwhole
Instagram: @blackgiftedwhole Wednesday, December 07, 2016 - We caught up with Brother Guy Anthony, President-CEO of Black, Gifted & Whole who provided us with his thoughts and views with a few rapid fire questions relating to the LGBTQ Community. Guy Anthony considers himself an "Artivist" or "Artrepreneur". He refuses to believe that the Sky is the limit if there are footprints on the moon. He's also a full-time Community Mobilizer- who enjoys connecting community to resources and resources to community. He realized early on that we are all just walking each other home; we all want the same thing; to be loved, to love, and to feel connected. Guy believe he was put on earth to be that intermediary agent and voice for folks who maybe haven't found their own yet. Click on the highlighted link to read our interview: On the Move with Guy Anthony>> | | |
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On the Move! Troy Jones, Host-Founder 108 Organization Co-Hosts Ben Pitts & Ken Parker 108RealTalk.com Facebook: 108 Organization or Troy R. Jones Twitter: @108Organization Instagram: 108_b6_realtalk LinkedIn: 108 Organization Wednesday, December 07, 2016 - Baltimore, MD Project Briggs, Inc. Board Member Ben Pitts sat down with 108 Organization to get an indepth chat about what's going on in their neck of the woods and what they're all about! | | |
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Boyz Come, Boyz Go, But the Drama Must Continue.... |
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Project Briggs, Inc. is pleased to bring you the Full Season 4 Premiere Episode of the BoyDrama B4 Chapter 1 - The Return. Directed and written by DonBon. "BoyDrama" is a Show you don't want to miss follow the drama, the comedy, and the shade. A DC Based Web series About The Days In The Lives Of Young Homosexual Men all the DRAMA that comes with it. Starring: DonBon, Larry Trey'Von, Kiko Starr. Egidio J and RJ Shield Findout the intrigue, drama and possible danger that awaits you with BoyDrama! Checkout BoyDrama's Facebook Page, click button below! | | |
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