Resources
DC is home to many spaces that offer community-centered resources and events. While we focus on alternative and DIY events, we want to spotlight other great places to explore. Reach out to us at dmv.diy.fyi@gmail.com if you have recommendations to add!
Independent Bookstores & Small Press:
- Solid State Books
- Sankofa Video, Books and Cafe
- Loyalty Books and Culture
- Mahogany Books
- Lost City Books
- The People’s Book
- JF Books (specializes in Asian and Asian American works)
- Middle East Books and More
- Little District Books (specializes in LGBTQ+ works)
- Fantom Comics
- Lilac Press A DC-based publisher and literary journal that centers local trans authors and poets
Spaces that host queer-centered events:
- As You Are – LGBTQ+ cafe and bar
- The DC Center – LGBTQ+ community center
- Trade – Gay bar and nightclub
- Showtime Lounge – Dyke Nites (Wednesdays)
- Shakers – hosts drag shows
- Past Tense Yoga Studio – free monthly yoga for trans folks (registration required)
Mutual Aid Resources:
- People’s Medic Collective
- La CollectiVA
- DC Food Not Bombs
- Good Trouble Cooperative
- Consistent Money Moving Project