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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 20/09/2026

DC residents! This year, we are voting for a new mayor, members of the DC Council, attorney general, ANC, and more. Early voting starts on October 26th!

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 25/08/2026

Please join us on Saturday, September 12th for TRP: 7-11 PM

Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

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In his new op-ed, our founder encourages community members and allies to be engaged in doing the work all twelve months of the year www.washingtonblade.com/2026/08/06/o...

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Continue to engage in community after Pride month

Parades are performative; we have work to do

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 06/07/2026

Today, we're celebrating 5 years since the release of the music video for "Undressed" by Bennu Byrd, featuring me as one of the judges of the ball. Please watch and share. youtu.be/p9-DENuNKqQ?...

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Bennu Byrd - Undressed Official

YouTube video by Bennu Byrd

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 23/06/2026

Please join me for Alexandria Pride on Saturday, June 27th! 🆓 www.alexandriava.gov/LGBTQ

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 21/06/2026

Please read my speech for Capital Pride on June 21, 2026 rayceen.substack.com/p/we-have-wo...

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We Have Work to Do

My speech at Capital Pride on June 21, 2026

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 18/06/2026

Almost 5 years ago, we had several live stream specials to mark the end of The Ask Rayceen Show; the first included appearances by @eleanornorton.bsky.social, @niathesongbird.bsky.social, @robertwhitedc.bsky.social, and @janeese4dc.bsky.social 💻 youtu.be/rK8cDGeB8M4?...

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Pre-Finale Reunion Party (Part 1 of 7)

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 18/06/2026

Our next mayor! I first met @janeese4dc.bsky.social years ago, when I interviewed her during her first campaign for DC Council, and in the time since, she has proven herself to be an ally to the LGBTQ community and a steadfast advocate for all DC residents.

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Erin Palmer @erinpalmerdc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

This year’s District of Pride was a ray of sunshine! 🌈🩷🩵🤎🖤☀️ DC has such incredible talent - everything from drag to dance to vocals and live music to storytelling. Thank you @dclgbtq.bsky.social for showcasing DC’s talent and joy as we celebrate PRIDE month. @teamrayceen.bsky.social @rayceen.com

Benjie, statuesque as ever, moderates with the Goddess of DC, Rayceen Pendarvis.

Dr. Vivid shines in a beautiful blue dress with the Empress of Pride, Rayceen a Pendarvis.

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 05/06/2026

Thanks for posting this! Even though I haven't been booked to host anything during Memorial Day Weekend for several years, I still make appearances!

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 23/05/2026

June 17th: District of Pride Showcase at Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC. 🆓 6pm Doors open 6:15 Pre-show entertainment 7pm Program begins RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/district-o...

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 26/04/2026

Thanks to Ellie from Queering the District Podcast for introducing me

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 16/04/2026

May 30: Join me for EFFERVESCENT: House of Swann, at Creative Suitland Arts Center in Suitland, MD. Tickets are available now! linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 09/04/2026

For information about my upcoming events, please visit linktr.ee/Rayceen

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 09/04/2026

May 14: I will be a panelist for the third of four special Living History discussions, 7:30pm at City-State Public House in Washington, DC. For tickets and info, please visit linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 08/04/2026

Please join me for Liberation Weekend II, at the Black Cat, in Washington, DC. Liberation Weekend II includes three nights of music which I will host: Friday, April 24th Saturday, April 25th Sunday, April 26th For tickets and info, please visit linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 07/04/2026

Do you know your way to San Jose? Please join me for these special upcoming events in California on April 20 and 21. For more information, please visit linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 24/03/2026

I am pleased to share that I will speak at the No Kings Rally on Saturday, March 28th, in DC. Join us! @harrietsdreams.bsky.social @freedcproject.bsky.social @50501dc.bsky.social Please share! Click on the link below to learn more about how to get involved: freedcproject.org/event-list/n...

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 02/03/2026

Please check out the first season of Queering the District Podcast. I'm pleased to have been included. I think you will enjoy this look back at the history of LGBTQ nightlife and more in Washington, DC. Season one is now available on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube! www.queeringthedistrictpodcast.com

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 27/01/2026

I had a fantastic time with The National LGBTQ Task Force at Creating Change 2026 in Washington, DC.

Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

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Team Rayceen Agenda for Community Engagement, via @washblade.bsky.social 📰 www.washingtonblade.com/2026/01/12/o...

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 06/01/2026

Please join me and the National LGBTQ Task Force for Creating Change 2026 in Washington, DC. www.thetaskforce.org/news/rayceen...

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 05/01/2026

I am available for booking in 2026! This includes as host/emcee for events (such as concerts, festivals, fundraisers, conferences, symposiums, and private gatherings), wedding officiant, speaker, panelist, podcast guest, and actor. linktr.ee/Rayceen

Collage of photos of Rayceen Pendarvis on stage at various events

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 15/12/2025

Please join us on January 22nd in DC! RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/black-rain...

Washingtonian @washingtonian.com · 11/12/2025

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Podcast "Queering the District" is a fascinating dive into the history of DC’s LGBTQ bars.

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A New Podcast Captures the History of DC’s LGBTQ Bars

“Queering the District” is a fascinating dive into DC’s past.

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 02/12/2025

Please join us on January 22nd! I will be a panelist for the discussion after the screening of Black Rainbow Love in Washington, DC. RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/black-rain...

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 10/11/2025

Please join us on December 5th in Washington, DC. Use code CASE20 for 20% off tickets. Rayceen.com

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 01/11/2025

Please follow me on various platforms and check out the links on linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 15/10/2025

Please join me on Tuesday evening for this special town hall discussion organized by @teamrayceen.bsky.social RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/protest-li...

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 02/10/2025

Please join us on October 21st! 🆓 www.eventbrite.com/e/protest-li...

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 30/09/2025

Please join us on October 21st! 🆓 www.eventbrite.com/e/protest-li...

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Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

September 13th: Authors' Spotlight and various vendors when doors open at 7pm linktr.ee/Rayceen

Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

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September 13th: Sound Off! Open Mic at 8pm in Washington, DC linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

September 13th: Shining Star Saturday Stage at 10pm in Washington, DC linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

September 13th: Midnight Shaw Mini Ball in Washington, DC linktr.ee/Rayceen

Team Rayceen Productions @teamrayceen.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

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Please join us for our Art All Night programming on Saturday, September 13th, Team Rayceen Productions: Sights and Sounds, at Sandlot Uptown in Washington, DC. It is free and open to the public. Please see image and click on the link for details. linktr.ee/Rayceen

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Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 02/09/2025

Update: We have a new venue for Team Rayceen Productions: Sights and Sounds, programming presented by @teamrayceen.bsky.social for Art All Night Shaw: Sandlot Uptown. For details, please visit linktr.ee/Rayceen

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 02/09/2025

Please read my Best of LGBTQ DC nomination recommendations: rayceen.substack.com/p/for-your-n...

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For Your Nomination Consideration

Nominate the best of LGBTQ DC through September 7th

Rayceen Pendarvis @rayceen.com · 01/07/2025

It was an honor to moderate the premiere in DC during WorldPride! (In the photo, I'm second from right.)