Calendar
Keep up to date with our activities with our AGLA Calendar. If you would like to add an event to our calendar please email: info@agla.org
Events in December 2019
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Women’s Potluck with Games
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Women’s Potluck with GamesPlease join the AGLA Women’s group for a monthly potluck to be held on the first Sunday of each month from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. We can just be social and/or play games. The location is at Julie Alexandrin’s house in Crystal City (near the Metro, and with plenty of parking). The next potluck will be held on Sunday, October 6th.
Bring a dish or drink to share. Also, feel free to bring games to play. For more information and exact address, RSVP to Julie at Julie@agla.org
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AGLA Holiday Party and Equality Awards
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AGLA Holiday Party and Equality AwardsYou are cordially invited to celebrate the holidays at a fun party at Hilton Garden Inn; 2020 Richmond Hwy( corner of 20st & Route 1),
Arlington (Crystal City) VA Saturday, December 7th at 6 p.m. There will be plenty of good cheer, with a cash bar and raffle prizes.At the event we will present the 2019 Equality Awards This years recipients are Individual Jordan Costen and Organization IMPACTO LGBT.
Tickets may be purchased here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/agla-holiday-party-equality-awards-tickets-79970533017?aff=ebdssbeac
There is no cover charge for current dues paying members; Non members will be charged $10.00 cover charge. Additionally as has become tradition we will have fabulous raffle prizes. You are encouraged to buy raffle tickets for the good cause, so bring cash. You get 10 tickets for $10.
Regardless of where you live, please feel free to invite all your friends, as the more the merrier!
As has become tradition, AGLA will be collecting boxes of cereal and nonperishable foods at the event to donate to (http://www.afac.org). This time of year AFAC many times sees an increase in those needing food assistance; this is another great way that AGLA helps our community.
Crystal City Metro is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive and exit the fare card reader, go up the first escalator and enter the glass doors on your left. Walk through the underground shops to 23rd St, Proceed to corner of 20st & Route 1.
Aside from a fabulous party this event also provides members (and potential members – so bring your friends your are not members yet) an opportunity to provide direct input to the board about the direction and activities of AGLA. As an annual meeting, members get to elect the board for the upcoming year. Nominations will be accepted from the floor.
AGLA is a strong beacon for equality. It’s an inclusive nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) people and straight allies. It provides social activities, builds relationships with elected officials, and works with civic groups on community service. Join AGLA today (or renew) at http://new.agla.org and support a wonderful community organization.
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Book Club Discussion of “The Price of Salt” by Patricia HighsmithBook Club Discussion of “The Price of Salt” by Patricia Highsmith
AGLA’s new Book Club meets @ Crystal Thai Restaurant at 7:30 p.m.. Simply ask the manager for the AGLA Book Club table.
Discussion of “The Price of Salt” by Patricia Highsmith
https://www.amazon.com/Price-Salt-Patricia-Highsmith/dp/1469971879
Everyone welcome. Please RSVP in advance by emailing info@agla.org . If you wish to optionally dine (on separate checks of course), the menu is at https://www.federicoristoranteitaliano.com/menu/dinner
AGLA is a strong beacon for equality. It is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) people and straight allies. It provides fun social activities, builds relationships with elected officials, and works with civic groups on community service. For more information, visit https://www.agla.org/
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AGLA Brunch
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AGLA BrunchOnce again we will gather monthly on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Freddie has graciously reserved one side of the patio for us. Brunch takes place from 11am to 1pm. When you arrive, simply ask to be directed to the AGLA delegation. AGLA Board members will be glad to introduce you to others. No reservation required. Just arrive when you can.
Freddie’s Saturday brunch is quite the deal and very delicious. All you can eat breakfast buffet, including made to order omelettes and Belgian waffles, with coffee, soda or juice for only $9.99. Not a breakfast food person, you can always order off the regular menu.
All are welcome to join us regardless of where your reside or whether or not you are an AGLA member. Bring a friend, enjoy the great food and drink, meet new people, and catch up with old friends you have not seen in a while.
In addition, as ongoing community service, if you can, please bring along travel-sized unused soaps, shampoos, lotions, etc. for A-SPAN (www.a-span.org), which provides life-sustaining services for street homeless. Or clean out your cupboard of unused nonperishable food items for AFAC, the community leader in providing and promoting dignified access to nutritious food for those in need. (http://www.afac.org/) . This event will serve as a convenient collection point.
Crystal City Metro is the closest Metro stop. When you arrive and exit the fare card reader, go up the first escalator and enter the glass doors on your left. Walk through the underground shops to 23rd St, turn right and cross Eads and walk about a block up. Freddie’s is on the right. Map. http://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/map_directions.htm
AGLA is a strong beacon for equality. It’s an inclusive nonpartisan 501(c)(3) nonprofit open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning (LGBTQ) people and straight allies. It provides fun social activities, builds relationships with elected officials, and works with civic groups on community service. For more information, visit http://new.agla.org/
Press join and feel free to invite all your friends!
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AGLA Afternoon Coffee Jolt
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AGLA Afternoon Coffee JoltJoin other AGLA members for an hour of coffee and conversation at Detour, 946 N. Jackson St., Arlington (next to the Jiffy Lube). Organizer Eric will be wearing gold and purple Mardi Gras beads for easy identification.
