Emerging artist Mattie Hinkley focuses on queer bodies and physicality in her solo exhibition, Body Work, at the Iridian Gallery. Exploring gender identity and the fluidity of sexuality, Hinkley’s ink and graphite illustrations feature large, muscular, seemingly female-bodied characters placidly engaged with their environment. Some characters are alone, some are engaged in heteronormative or traditionally feminine activities, and some take up submissive, queer, or masculine roles. They are caught candidly, in the comfort of their bodies, rather than in a performative state.

Join us for an opening reception this Friday, June 8, 7-9 PM.
1407 Sherwood Ave., in the gallery.

The Queer Queens of Qomedy are coming to Richmond VA, June 23, 2018 at 3:30 PM

From Showtime’s Pride the Gay and Lesbian Comedy Slam, Poppy Champlin has been knocking ‘em out with the funny for 25 years. Poppy is producing this two-city tour that goes from Richmond, VA. and then to the Virginia Beach FunnyBone. Headlining the Tour is LGBTQ comedy favorite Vickie Shaw. Vickie is from Texas where she observes that, “The speed limit, is a suggestion.” A veteran comic whose beautiful Southern style belies her sharp-edged wit and hilarity. Shaw was part of Comedy Central’s flagship show Premium Blend and she has a one-hour comedy special on LOGO called “You Can Take The Girl Out of Texas”. Vickie is also a regular on Olivia cruises and in P-Town. She is a mother and grandmother, and says she “just happens to be a lesbian”. The third Queen to rule this stage is Jess Miller. Her Comedy style is infectious immediate. Jess placed in the top three of The Devil Cup Comedy Festival in NYC in 2016. She performs throughout New England in such venues as Foxwoods, The Comedy Connection and Caroline’s in New York City.

Poppy is thrilled to make this a benefit show for Diversity Richmond and will donate some proceeds to the center. The show sponsor is Sapphire Books, the gem in lesbian publishing. If you want to laugh till the cows come home, come see the Queens and leave with a laughter-induced royal pain in your side.

Tickets are $25 for General admission and $40 for VIP, which includes preferred seating and a meet and greet with the comedians before the show. Showtime 3:30 PM

The Queer Queens of Qomedy
Richmond Funny Bone
11800 West Broad Street Suite 1090
Richmond, VA. 23233
804-521-8900

www.Richmond.funnybone.com
www.queerqueensofqomedy.com
www.poppychamplin.com

Second and Fourth Tuesdays 7 - 8:30 PM
Diversity Richmond
1407 Sherwood Ave Richmond VA 23220

A confidential support and discussion group open to anyone who identifies as bisexual, bi-curious or attracted to more than one gender. Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive space for any bisexual+ individuals within the Richmond LGBTQIA+ community.

Second and Fourth Tuesdays 7 - 8:30 PM
Diversity Richmond
1407 Sherwood Ave Richmond VA 23220

A confidential support and discussion group open to anyone who identifies as bisexual, bi-curious or attracted to more than one gender. Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive space for any bisexual+ individuals within the Richmond LGBTQIA+ community.

Come celebrate the inaugural Black Pride RVA by watching a drag show (featuring Ms. Black Pride RVA!) and enjoying all-you-can-eat pasta served with salad, bread and a beverage. Then stick around for an after party & the crowning of Ms. Black Pride RVA!

July 20, 2018 • 7PM
Godfrey's
308 E. Grace St.
Richmond, VA 23219

Cost $15. Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/offical-black-pride-rva-tickets-46390896420

For more information, visit https://www.blackpriderva.com/

Second and Fourth Tuesdays 7 - 8:30 PM
Diversity Richmond
1407 Sherwood Ave Richmond VA 23220

A confidential support and discussion group open to anyone who identifies as bisexual, bi-curious or attracted to more than one gender. Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive space for any bisexual+ individuals within the Richmond LGBTQIA+ community.

This Community Resource Speed Date is a follow up activity to our LGBTQ+ Women's History Month "What do we do now? Join the conversation with Mandy Carter." Join us to learn about groups to engage with.

Tuesday, July 24, 7-9 pm
Hosted by Diversity Richmond

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