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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C.
@apiqs.bsky.social
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An organization for sapphic, trans, and nonbinary people in Washington, D.C. Co-founded by Chantale Wong in 1984. Formerly known as Asian Pacific Islander Queer Sisters and DC Asian Lesbians (DCals).
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · 7d
6 attendees for board games and dancing yesterday was perfect for this intimate nook we found at Spark Social! We played Uno Dare, Twisty Tealz (Mandarin), and Lakota language game There’s an Elk in the House (in honor of the holiday). Such good times! #gaysian #quasian #dance #sapphic #dc
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · 11d
Yep! Great book.
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · 11d
Monday we partner with @qtfusiondance.bsky.social for board games and dancing on Indigenous Peoples’ Day!! #gaysian #quasian
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Sep 5
Sadness.
JUST IN: Another Huge Loss for Chinatown – Momiji Closing at the end of the month - PoPville
505 H Street, NW Thanks to Jon for sending: "Very sad, was our go-to sushi place for many years. Hope they find way back." Momiji shares the sad news: "To our amazing clientele and DC community, we re...
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Jul 16
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Jun 29
A few more snapshots of yesterday.
Photo of all 6 attendees at Full Kee Full Kee storefront before it closes Street mural
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Jun 29
Yesterday’s lunch crew at Full Kee! We went to ShareTea a few doors down afterward, got some boba/tea, and then hung out in a shaded park nearby. Nice turnout for a last minute plan!

#gaysian #quasian #dclife #pride #lgbtq #sapphic #trans
Photo of 5 APIQS attendees of lunch at Full Kee yesterday Photo of 5 APIQS attendees (+1) of lunch at Full Kee yesterday… afterwards at a picnic swing table drinking boba & tea Photo of relatively new mural in Chinatown that says “We are Chinatown” and depicts 4 Asian and 3 Black people Photo of 5 APIQS attendees of lunch at Full Kee yesterday
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Jun 25
#lgbtq #sapphic #gaysian #quasian #chinatown #dc #dcpride
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Jun 24
Outing to Full Kee in Chinatown: vote!

1. Friday dinner
2. Saturday lunch
3. Sunday lunch/brunch
4. Sunday dinner
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · May 14
Join Free DC this Sunday, May 18 at 1:30-3:30 for a guided tour of “Up from the People,” an exhibit on DC protest movements at MLK Library. We’ll explore history, reflect together, and connect it to our organizing. Great place to meet people and find ways to plug in. RSVP here: #lgbtq #sapphic #dc
"Up from the People" Exhibit Tour + Discussion — Free DC
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Apr 13
This film was so good! Highly recommended. We had a good turnout too, and went for Korean chicken dinner afterward.
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Apr 8
APIQS film screening! #quasian #gaysian #sapphic #lgbtq #trans
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Apr 3
Anyone wanna meet up there before the film?
Home - Sakura Matsuri - Japanese Street Festival
Sakura Matsuri-Japanese Street Festival is the largest celebration of Japanese culture in the US. Held on April 15 & 16, 2023, Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, DC
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Apr 1
Spot of Tea Dupont is hiring!
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Mar 31
FYI: The Japanese Street Festival will be that day, within walking distance!
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Mar 24
#quasian #gaysian #sapphic
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Mar 20
Saturday April 12th:
APIQS Film Screening
American Revolutionary
Southwest Library
3-5:30pm
TRAILER: American Revolutionary - The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs
YouTube video by Film Independent
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Mar 7
Follow @mariaressa.bsky.social !
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa discusses state of U.S. democracy
YouTube video by PBS NewsHour
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 26
We had a very heartening book discussion and hotpot on Sunday! Eleven attendees included refugees from Cambodia and Vietnam. Some of us are interested in more political activity with APIQS, something we’ve steered away from in recent years. Interested? Let us know!
#gaysian #quasian #sapphic #trans
Hotpot Veggies!
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 22
Coming up in two days!

#queer #sapphic #asian #gaysian #quasian #AAPI
apiqs.bsky.social Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 9
APIQS Book Chat & Hotpot: Sunday, February 23 at 3-7pm in Arlington, VA
Book: "How to Stand Up to a Dictator" by Maria Ressa (sapphic Filipina journalist)
Message us or RSVP here for the address. Make sure you're following us here so we can DM you. Come by 3:30 for the book chat.
#quasian #gaysian
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 15
We’ll be giving away one copy of the book!! But please read in advance if you can!
apiqs.bsky.social Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 9
APIQS Book Chat & Hotpot: Sunday, February 23 at 3-7pm in Arlington, VA
Book: "How to Stand Up to a Dictator" by Maria Ressa (sapphic Filipina journalist)
Message us or RSVP here for the address. Make sure you're following us here so we can DM you. Come by 3:30 for the book chat.
#quasian #gaysian
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 9
This is an event for the sapphic and trans Asian & Pacific Islander diaspora community. Plus ones welcome. If you're not QAPI, please do not attend unless invited by someone who is.
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 9
3pm start
3:30-4:30pm Book discussion
5pm Eat!

We are asking folks to ideally read the book in advance for discussion, but it's not required to attend that part. Ressa's book is available in the D.C. public library system! We'll also be giving away one copy of the book.
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 9
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Asian Pacific Islander Queer Society of D.C. @apiqs.bsky.social · Feb 9
APIQS Book Chat & Hotpot: Sunday, February 23 at 3-7pm in Arlington, VA
Book: "How to Stand Up to a Dictator" by Maria Ressa (sapphic Filipina journalist)
Message us or RSVP here for the address. Make sure you're following us here so we can DM you. Come by 3:30 for the book chat.
#quasian #gaysian
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