Halloween Party @ Freddie's!

**This is a free to attend event open to all. Please RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/184349904527 [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/184349904527] so we have an accurate group headcount. **As Madonna said, "Come join the party..." Finally come out of hiding and mingle with LGBTQ+ folk and allies. Let s support a fabulous local gay bar in its recovery. Bring your friends and meet new people from all over the world. We will gather in the back outside patio if the weather is nice or near the stage if not. Go Gay DC leader TJ Flavell (www.tjflavell.com) will be there to greet you. Name tags will be provided. There s no cover charge. PARTY WITH A PURPOSE: Since times are still tough for some, please bring a nonperishable food item(s) for ARLINGTON Food Assistance Center (AFAC), the community leader in providing and promoting dignified access to nutritious food for those in need. As the primary food bank and pantry in ARLINGTON, AFAC serves over 2,300 local families every week. More information on what s needed is at http://www.afac.org/donate-food/ [http://www.afac.org/donate-food/] Please feel free to bring as much food (cereal, canned goods,etc) as you wish, as it will be picked up that night and delivered to AFAC. Halloween costumes optional or casual beach attire is fine. Enjoy the cash or credit bar drinks. Just ask the bartender what the happy hour specials are. Feel free to invite all your friends on Facebook! We hope you can make it! You may arrive at any time that s convenient for you. If you want to dine while there, you can make a or table reservation in advance by calling the restaurant at (703)[masked] or purchase food at the bar. See the menu at https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/menu/dinner [https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/menu/dinner] Metro Directions: 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! 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 outside the building if smoking is your thing ). No cover charge. Name tags will be provided. (Oh, remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol is carded of course!) Once you press Join the event, please feel free to invite all your Facebook friends to join you there! FREDDIE S IS NORTHERN VIRGINIA S ONLY LGBTQ+, straight friendly restaurant and bar. It offers Happy Hour daily from 4-7 pm. https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/ [https://www.freddiesbeachbar.com/] Go Gay DC is Washington DC s inclusive LGBTQ+ community hub focused on friendship, leadership, and service. For more exciting events like this, stay tuned to Go Gay DC at https://www.meetup.com/GoGayDC [https://www.meetup.com/GoGayDC] Cheers, TJ Flavell https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tjflavell/] Go Gay DC Leader PS- Scareoke starts at 8 p.m.! Please be sure to tag any event photos on social with #gogaydc This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. Search tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA lesbian gay bisexual transgender queer Yes, you are encouraged to your most fabulous mask when not dining if you wish. If you haven t been fully vaccinated, have a fever or cough, or lack the sense of smell, please just stay home. You can find a COVID-19 vaccine near you by searching locations on https://www.Vaccines.gov [https://www.Vaccines.gov] .