Black Feminism

Curious about DSA? Thinking about joining but want to hear more info first? Attended a few of our events already and ready become a member? Already a member and want to get more involved? If so, this event is for you! You'll learn about DSA, what we do, and how you can get involved in the fight for a brighter future. We'll outline our chapter's structure and our campaigns, working groups, and branches. Our chapter covers the DMV area, including the district, Northern Virginia, and Montgomery County and Prince George's County in Maryland. Unable to join in person? Consider joining [our next virtual orientation](https://actionnetwork.org/events/why-you-should-join-dsa-new-member-orientation-168/) on Wednesday, March 18! Please RSVP on [Action Network](https://actionnetwork.org/events/why-you-should-join-dsa-new-member-orientation-179/) to receive further updates on this event. \* \* \* This event is open to both DSA Members and supporters. Not a Member? Please consider [becoming a Member](https://dsausa.org/join?source=Metro%20DC). Fees are on a sliding scale according to what you feel you can afford.

MDC DSA’s Labor Magazine Discussion Club seeks to provide a monthly discussion space to think through and debate tactics, strategy, and theoretical analysis within the currently existing Labor movement. We hope to be a nerve center for germinating new and incisive analysis useful for the cause of workers self-emancipation. All are welcome to join the club’s meeting, where we will discuss 3 articles from labor magazines currently circulating. For more details and links to the readings, check out [the group's info doc](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rq5JzlubZrLNML0EbGUHiNvXNC42VRz8bmJgLH4GE-s/edit?tab=t.0). Please RSVP on [Action Network](https://actionnetwork.org/events/labor-magazine-discussion-club) to receive further updates on this event. \* \* \* This event is open to both DSA Members and supporters. Not a Member? Please consider [becoming a Member](https://dsausa.org/join?source=Metro%20DC). Fees are on a sliding scale according to what you feel you can afford.

Join ERA NOW, ERA Coalition NOW and Feminist Majority to thank the members of congress who are co-sponsors of the ERA Joint Resolution for a Women's History Month event. Text 240-244-3528 to find us. Come early!! It is **room** 2247 more about this tour: [Driving the Vote for Equality Launches, Reviving a 1916 Suffrage Tour for the ERA - Ms. Magazine](https://msmagazine.com/2026/01/05/road-trip-driving-equality-suffrage-women-vote-alice-snitjer-burke-nell-richardson/)

Join ERA NOW, ERA Coalition NOW and Feminist Majority to thank the members of congress who are co-sponsors of the ERA Joint Resolution for a Women's History Month event. Text 240-244-3528 to find us. Come early!! It is **room**: 2247 more about this tour: [Driving the Vote for Equality Launches, Reviving a 1916 Suffrage Tour for the ERA - Ms. Magazine](https://msmagazine.com/2026/01/05/road-trip-driving-equality-suffrage-women-vote-alice-snitjer-burke-nell-richardson/)

**Match 1** For current members only: [This client is interested in meeting a feminine, grounded woman with a little bit of spice. He is a Dallas native, currently based in Dallas, and open to a nationwide search. He is 36, 6’1”, and has one child. He would love to be a girl dad within marriage, “but it has to be a special woman.”](https://www.instagram.com/p/DSqkFFLjx_k/) If you are an active member and feel aligned, you may reach out directly to be considered. This introduction is part of a private, curated process. For non-members: Inquiries require readiness to become a member and begin with a consultation. To be considered for this match, please text one photo, your age, and location to 917-451-6561 for initial review. Applicants must be attractive and physically fit. Please note: Not all inquiries will receive a response. [📅 To learn more about our matchmaking and coaching services, please schedule a consultation using this link.](https://thehelpmeetclub.com/join-our-database-of-singles/) **Match 2** For current members only: [We’re sharing a match opportunity for a male client in his 30s, based in the Dallas–Fort Worth area.](https://www.instagram.com/p/DSqkFFLjx_k/) He was previously matched with one of our New York attorney clients, and the connection was strong on both sides. ❤️ Unfortunately, neither party was willing to relocate due to close family ties and career commitments. As a result, he has asked us to introduce another match. He has been a great match across our database, with consistent mutual interest from past introductions. His matches often highlight his balanced personality, his ability to lead while also listening, and his calm, grounded presence. He is open, emotionally supportive, and respectful of a partner’s career and ambitions. He appreciates a woman who may be more extroverted, as long as she is grounded and self-aware. We are seeking attractive women who do not currently have children and who desire marriage and family. Our search is nationwide; however, we need women who are already in Texas or open to relocating to Texas. He is also open to relocating within Texas, including Houston, for the right match. This is a private, curated process. For non-members: Inquiries require readiness to become a member and must begin with a consultation. To be considered for this match, you may text one photo, your age, and your location to 917-451-6561 for initial review. [📅 To learn more about our matchmaking and coaching services, please schedule a consultation using this link.](https://thehelpmeetclub.com/join-our-database-of-singles/)

**This exciting event is listed on Go Gay DC as a community courtesy by an allied-group and is not run by Go Gay DC; just go and have a blast anyway!** Register on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-tie-club-social-mixer-freddies-beach-bar-restaurant-tickets-1982265260756?aff=oddtdtcreator)** so there's an accurate guest count. **This casual happy hour is open to gentlemen interested in learning more about Black Tie Club; it's not a members-only event.** Do you want to go to fancy places like country clubs? This happy hour is a chance for you to meet with members of the Washington, DC area chapter of Black Tie Club to learn about upcoming formal events. This fun, happy hour social mixer takes place at Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant. Mingle with other gentlemen. Casual attire is perfectly fine. Meet with members of the Washington, DC area chapter of Black Tie Club, as well as with invited guests and friends. Happy hour cocktails and gratis hors d’oeuvres will be served. Make meaningful new connections. **The event is free to attend; you simply pay for your drinks and/or meal on your own on separate credit card; there's no group tab to worry about**. Afterwards, consider joining the group as we wander half a block over to Federico's for a no-host fabulous Italian dinner. All are invited! At least 20 gentlemen are expected. Enjoy the cash or credit bar drinks. Just ask the bartender what the happy hour specials are. **Metro Directions:** Be eco-friendly. Crystal City Metro is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive, go out the station, walk towards your left to 18th Street and then veer right and walk under the Route 1 overpass to Eads St. Turn left and walk to 23rd Street. Turn right. Freddie's is up 23rd Street just a block. Just look for the rainbow flags on the right side of the street! Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets. Freddie's was voted the Best Virginia Bar by *Washington Blade* readers. Don't like a smoky bar? You are covered: Freddie's is a smoke-free establishment. (Ashtrays are provided in back of the building if smoking is 'your thing'). Freddie's is an LGBTQ+, straight-friendly restaurant and bar. It offers Happy Hour daily from 4-7 pm. [https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/](https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/) There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course. Black Tie Club International is a private social club for gay gentlemen. With chapters in over 15 cities, our members enjoy mixing and mingling over cocktails, exquisite dinners, and delicious wines. The events may be formal or casual. Membership is by invitation only although guests are always welcome at events. The Metropolitan Washington, District of Columbia Chapter is celebrating its third decade as the premier social organization for accomplished, professional, and distinguished men in the District of Columbia, the Northern Virginia, and the Annapolis and Baltimore, Maryland areas. The Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Chapter began with 22 Members in 1998 and has now some 40 Members. The peripatetic nature of Black Tie Club International Members is evidenced by the fact that many D.C. Chapter Members are now found in other Chapters such as Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Palm Springs, and Rehoboth Beach-Lewes. The Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Chapter also has been enhanced by Members from other Chapters, notably, Atlanta, Dallas, Palm Beach, Palm Springs, San Antonio, San Francisco, and Toronto. Membership is by invitation only. [https://www.dcbtci.org](https://www.dcbtci.org/?fbclid=IwAR3l7u6tNZDfdnWRiptdcX45aIU3-X_TDsPUOUavz1nhpZTYTapkomlhMc0) \| [dcbtci.substack.com](http://dcbtci.substack.com/?fbclid=IwAR1RtGo-_z3Ziesaj3isbK1jyCq0RT6EzFvxqbFbIbHRyRQppJuDTMeGNl0) This event is being posted by **[Go Gay DC](http://www.gogaydc.com)** as a community service for those who don't know that the Black Tie Club exists. Go Gay DC is Metropolitan Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit [http://www.gogaydc.com](http://www.gogaydc.com) **[TJ Flavell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/)** is Go Gay DC's founder. Go Gay DC is on social media: Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC) Like the Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC) Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC/](https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC/) Follow on Threads [https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC](https://www.threads.com/@gogaydc) Follow on Bluesky [https://gogaydc.bsky.social](https://gogaydc.bsky.social) Follow on X [https://www.x.com/GoGayDC](https://www.x.com/GoGayDC) Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC](https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZG1DTnM0VnJybG83U3FWcnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR765Xxf5t8wFzbCac74QNX3p0Bs2oT0drXZoOmLV63J8cURMl3ta5b8iP3ztg_aem_nSdndpxd5-hXJ8myNF2_vQ) Search tags: Gay or Bisexual Men

Can humanity truly reach its full potential without all of its members being free to reach and contribute their all? Is equality a tug of war where one side gains at another’s expense? Does empowering women require taking opportunities away from men, or does it actually strengthen the whole and create more opportunities and a better world for everyone? If a bird has one broken wing, it isn’t able to fly or live a full and healthy life. Could this same thinking apply to the balance of men and women? The two wings of a bird do not fight for power, strength or dominance. Both wings need to be of equal strength for the bird to soar. Can humanity truly advance if women do not enjoy the same rights, prerogatives and opportunities as men? How can we work to ensure that we are building communities where everyone has the same opportunities to grow and develop and to contribute to the advancement of humanity together? Come join a different kind of conversation – one that welcomes every perspective in a search for the truths that unite us all – as we discuss the spiritual perspective offered by the Bahá’í Teachings on the essential equality of the sexes. Join us for a lively discussion as we explore how achieving that equality is needed for all of humanity to progress and reach its full potential. *“The world of humanity has two wings – one is women and the other men. Not until both wings are equally developed can the bird fly. Should one wing remain weak, flight is impossible. ”* – Bahá’í Teachings \*\*\* This event is free and open to all regardless of background or belief. Donations will not be accepted.

### 🍗♠️🍰 Soulful Sunday Spades & Bid Whist - Hosted by Deionte! 🍗♠️🍰 ### 🗓 Sunday, March 8 ### ⏳️ 2pm to 8pm ### 📍FOP 89 Lounge ### 2905 Old Largo Road ### Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 ### 🍗🍷🍰 Delicious food, drink specials, and good times! ### 💰 Food Donation = $20 ### 📷 See photo section for more details. ### 👥 Posted in multiple groups. So, expect a nice crowd.

**Please note that Go Gay DC is listing this exciting event as a community service, but is not running the event. Just go and have a fun time!** Register on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-tie-club-dinner-federico-ristorante-italiano-tickets-1982262139420?aff=oddtdtcreator)** so we have an accurate guest count. Do you want to go to fancy places like country clubs? This casual dinner is a chance for you to meet with members of the Washington, DC area chapter of Black Tie Club to learn about upcoming formal events. Dine with other gentlemen. Casual attire is perfectly fine. This dinner is open to gentlemen interested in learning more about Black Tie Club; it's expressly not a members-only event. Black Tie is a club for gay or bisexual men who enjoy gathering periodically for upscale events. This particular dinner is a **casual attire** affair; formal black tie events are scheduled elsewhere. **This casual dinner is open to gentlemen interested in learning more about Black Tie Club; it's not a members-only event.** Meet with members of the Washington, DC area chapter of Black Tie Club, as well as with invited guests and friends for our dinner @ Federico Ristorante Italiano (23rd Street Crystal City). Twenty gentlemen are expected. Federico serves authentic Italian cuisine, drinks, and decadent desserts. Separate checks. See the menu: [https://www.federicoristoranteitaliano.com/menu/dinner](https://www.federicoristoranteitaliano.com/menu/dinner) Metro Directions: Be eco-friendly. Crystal City Metro is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive, go out the station, walk towards your left to 18th Street and then veer right and walk under the Route 1 overpass to Eads St. Turn left and walk to 23rd Street. Turn right. Federico is up 23rd Street just a few doors up on the right. Parking is usually available nearby on the residential side streets. There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course. Black Tie Club International is a private social club for gay gentlemen. With chapters in over 15 cities, our members enjoy mixing and mingling over cocktails, exquisite dinners, and delicious wines. The events may be formal or casual. Membership is by invitation only although guests are always welcome at events. The Metropolitan Washington, District of Columbia Chapter is celebrating its third decade as the premier social organization for accomplished, professional, and distinguished men in the District of Columbia, the Northern Virginia, and the Annapolis and Baltimore, Maryland areas. The Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Chapter began with 22 Members in 1998 and has now some 40 Members. The peripatetic nature of Black Tie Club International Members is evidenced by the fact that many D.C. Chapter Members are now found in other Chapters such as Atlanta, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Palm Springs, and Rehoboth Beach-Lewes. The Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Chapter also has been enhanced by Members from other Chapters, notably, Atlanta, Dallas, Palm Beach, Palm Springs, San Antonio, San Francisco, and Toronto. Membership in Black Tie Club is by invitation only. [https://www.dcbtci.org](https://www.dcbtci.org) I [dcbtci.substack.com](https://dcbtci.substack.com) This event is being posted by Go Gay DC as a community service for those who don't know that the Black Tie Club exists. Go Gay DC is Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit [https://www.gogaydc.com](https://www.gogaydc.com) **[TJ Flavell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/)** is Go Gay DC's founder and will be at this dinner. Please be sure to tag any event photos on social with #gogaydc Go Gay DC is also on social media: Like the Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC/](https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC/) Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC/](https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC/) Follow on Threads [https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC](https://www.threads.com/@gogaydc) Follow on Bluesky [https://gogaydc.bsky.social/](https://gogaydc.bsky.social/) Follow on X [https://www.x.com/GoGayDC](https://www.x.com/GoGayDC) Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC](https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZG1DTnM0VnJybG83U3FWcnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR765Xxf5t8wFzbCac74QNX3p0Bs2oT0drXZoOmLV63J8cURMl3ta5b8iP3ztg_aem_nSdndpxd5-hXJ8myNF2_vQ) Search tags: Gay or Bisexual Men

[Click here to get your tickets](https://GoldAndGlamDMV2026.eventbrite.com/?aff=MU) DMV get ready for the ultimate Ghana Independence Celebration - Gold & Glam Independence Ball – The official Ghana at 69 Independence extravaganza in the heart of DC Join us for a crème de la crème independence Celebration and an exquisite night of glamour, fashion, music, food & cocktails. The celebration will feature taste of Ghana cuisine, independence ball, VIP and red carpet experience and the best Ghanaian DJs This was a sold out event last year. Don’t wait. Get your early bird tickets and tables now at GoldandGlamDMV2026.Eventbrite.com This is going to be yet another history in the making. Don’t miss out . Get your tickets now!!!

Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3262835](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3262835) Location: [Knotty Pine Brewing](https://www.knottypinebrewing.net/) [Menu, scroll to the bottom](https://www.knottypinebrewing.net/menus-1) Book summary: Adunni is a fourteen-year-old Nigerian girl who knows what she wants: an education. This, her mother has told her, is the only way to get a "louding voice" -- the ability to speak for herself and decide her own future. But instead, Adunni's father sells her to be the third wife of a local man who is eager for her to bear him a son and heir. When Adunni runs away to the city, hoping to make a better life, she finds that the only other option before her is servitude to a wealthy family. As a yielding daughter, a subservient wife, and a powerless slave, Adunni is told, by words and deeds, that she is nothing. But while misfortunes might muffle her voice for a time, they cannot mute it. And when she realizes that she must stand up not only for herself, but for other girls, for the ones who came before her and were lost, and for the next girls, who will inevitably follow, she finds the resolve to speak, however she can--in a whisper, in song, in broken English--until she is heard

Come attend a free in-person seminar where you will find out why you: -Feel isolated -Can't express yourself openly -Get nervous or anxious in front of people -Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied -Feel introverted -Don't feel comfortable in any social setting -Can't make more friends -Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way And we cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above. This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us! COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center. 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215

Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.

**Our March pick is *God of the Woods* by Liz Moore.** **This month’s novel is an award-winning literary mystery that blends family drama with psychological suspense. It explores women’s voices and relationships while delivering an exciting, eerie, and deeply suspenseful story. The book is 576 pages in print or 14 hours and 35 minutes on audiobook.** Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isn’t just any thirteen-year-old: she’s the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region’s residents. And this isn’t the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbara’s older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found. As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Moore’s multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Moore’s most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.

**Hello Columbus!** **The community is buzzing and growing well.** **We are thrilled to bring our third BrowserStack QA Meetup on March 12th!** We are creating a space for deeper insights, meaningful connections, and a vibe you won't want to miss. **What to expect:** * **Connect:** Network with Columbus' top engineering and QA minds. * **Learn:** Real-world tactics and trends you can use immediately. * **Enjoy:** Food, drinks, and great community spirit. **Agenda** * **[Sam Gomez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/samueljgomez/)** is presenting "AI is more than LLMs: Choosing the right AI for your needs." **RSVP Essential:** Space is limited, and we want to ensure a great experience for everyone. **RSVP now to secure your spot!** 📍 **Venue:** Leading EDJE, 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 📍 **Free Parking:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017 📅 **Date & Time:** March 12, 6:00 PM **Stay Connected!** Want to continue the conversation beyond the meetup? Join our **BrowserStack Discord Server** to get updates, connect with fellow QA professionals, and be part of an ongoing discussion. **Don’t miss out—click below to join!** 🔗 [\[](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[Join the BrowserStack Discord Server](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW)**[\]](https://discord.gg/6SdCyWTNyW) **A Few Notes:** ✅ This is an **in-person event** ✅ **RSVP does not guarantee a seat** – A confirmation email will be sent one day before the event. **TALK ABSTRACT:** AI is all the hype these days; however, despite (or maybe because of) the excitement around it, a high percentage of AI projects fail. Projects that are over budget, delayed, or that fail to scale past the POC phase are very common. In many of these scenarios, choosing the right approach can be as critical as the solution itself. Should you build a tailored machine learning model, leverage the power of large language models (LLMs), or integrate with AI copilots? Each option has unique strengths, trade-offs, and resource requirements, and the key to success lies in aligning your choice with your business goals and technical constraints. In this talk, we will go beyond the basic concepts and definitions to provide a practical guide that allows attendees to navigate these decisions through real-world case studies. We will examine scenarios in which different AI paradigms were chosen, discuss the factors that influenced those decisions, and outline the process for evaluating needs, constraints, and outcomes. From assessing data availability and team expertise to balancing cost and scalability, you'll gain insights into the critical considerations that guide the selection process. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear process for determining whether machine learning, LLMs, or copilots are best suited to your AI challenges and understand the resources and strategies needed to bring your chosen solution to life. This talk is ideal for decision-makers, technical leads, and innovators seeking to demystify AI implementation and maximize the impact of their investments.