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MOST ELIGIBLE SINGLES: Lisa Marie Thalhammer

Meet D.C.’s top 20 LGBT bachelors and bachelorettes

Published

8 years ago

February 7, 2017

Staff reports

Lisa Marie Thalhammer, gay news, Washington Blade

Lisa Marie Thalhammer (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Name: Lisa Marie Thalhammer

Age: 35

Occupation: Full-time visual artist, muralist

Identify as: Pansexual cisgender female

What are you looking for in a mate? My ideal mate is grounded, self-assured, empowered and confident. They navigate their relationships with kindness, compassion, empathy and emotional intelligence. My ideal mate understands that there is an interconnectedness between all people and things. They are accepting and loving while also fierce, fabulous, intelligent, informed and political. They are interested in tribe building and raising a child together to learn, laugh, play and grow with. They are fun, adventurous and enjoy world travel. We practice yoga together and support each other’s personal and professional growth. They smell good and enjoy cuddles and kisses. They are sincere, honest, trustworthy and follow through on their word.

Biggest turn-off: Racial discrimination, misogyny, jealousy, rudeness

Biggest turn-on: Gender-bending, strong women, rad style, charisma, scent

Hobbies: Attending art exhibitions, galleries, museums and fairs. I like to dance, travel, play tennis, hike and swim. I enjoy attending drag/burlesque shows and participating in Pride parades. I am a feminist who marches for equality and protests injustice. I enjoy going to theater, watching movies at home and cooking vegan. I am learning Spanish. I practice yoga daily, enjoy meditation, mantra chanting, listening to uplifting music and spreading love.

Describe your ideal first date: Attend a museum exhibition or yoga event, followed by vegan dinner.

Favorite TV show: “Democracy Now,” “Through the Wormhole,” “Portlandia,” “Walking Dead”

Celebrity crush: Serena Williams, Frida Kahlo, Gloria Steinem, Owen Wilson, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Obama

One obscure fact about yourself: Growing up, my family owned and operated a truck stop along Route 66 east of St. Louis and one of my first jobs was working as a waitress at the truck stop diner.

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Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier returns bigger than ever with two-day WorldPride celebration

Published

1 day ago

April 15, 2025

Staff reports

The Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this year’s event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before — all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nation’s capital.

With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].

Saturday’s signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation — one of D.C. Pride’s most anticipated spectacles.

“We’re expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,” said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. “It’s a celebration of our community’s progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.”

Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.

Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.

Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.

Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.

Event Details:

📍 Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
📅 Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
🛥️Boat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). 🎆 Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
🎟️ VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP

Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering, Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com