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the winners, symbols of brotherhood were exchanged and the magic of the moment was not lost.

Sunday was a time for hearty brunch, farewells, promises, Chinese eyeopeners, communion, swapping of addresses and fond thoughts. It was also a time for mopping up and wringing out.

But most of all, Sunday was a time for reflection: logistics, ritual, ceremony, participation, purpose, a shaft of sun on a man's chest, sights and sounds. It was Olympia IV; it was over, but it held the promise of next year. It was a company of brothers and it was a very special time.

Hugh Gage

Lambda Rising Celebrates The Gay Experience

Our store features an informal reading lounge, a community bulletin board, artwork on display by gay and lesbian artists, and the finest selection of books, magazines, and gifts for gay men and women.

Lambda Rising

2012 S Street, NW Washington, D.C."

462-6969

1978

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1556 Wisconsin Ave., N.W. (Corner Wisc. & Volta Place, Basement Georgetown Lutheran Church.)

338-3363

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Club Baths 2nd, 3rd, 4th Thurs. 7:30-9:30p.m.

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2412 Wisconsin Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. 20007 (202) 965-2412

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