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CTRL + ALT + RESET: MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH EVENTS IN THE DMV 🔄✨ Sis… it’s time to log out of stress and log back into you. May is giving mental reset, soft life energy, and intentional moments & we’ve along with local black-owned organizations curated a whole lineup to get you there 🤍 Here’s what we’ve got for you: 🌸 May 3 | Brentwood, MD @theshadesofwellness Blooming in Motherhood ➡️ a soft, feel-good pop-up + social centered around community, wellness, and pouring into moms (and yourself). ✨ May 10 | Columbia, MD (SOLD OUT) @skin.tentional Whip, Sip & Brunch ➡️ and yes… the girls showed OUT. 🧘🏾‍♀️ May 16 | Alexandria, VA (Coming Soon) @generation_mastermind Bloom & Balance: A Pilates Experience ➡️ movement, florals, and a gentle reset. 🍷 May 17 | Rockville, MD @purplerosepetals Pour Decisions ➡️ THIS is your sign to come sip, release, and have real conversations. Wine, connection, and a safe space to exhale… don’t miss this one. 💃🏾 May 30 | Washington, DC @blackgirlmovesllc She Moves: Dance Fitness & Brunch Mixer ➡️ the ultimate reset. We’re dancing, sweating, brunching, and connecting. No pressure, just pure vibes. Let’s be honest… if you’re outside this month, Pour Decisions + She Moves need to be on your calendar 👀 Spots are limited and filling fast so drop a 💃🏾 if you’re pulling up! Tap the link in bio and secure your reset 🔗✨ #Blackgrlthings #CtrlAltReset #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #thingstododmv

Sometimes you don’t need all the answers… you just need a space to pour it out 🍷✨ In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, @purplerosepetals & @blackgrlthings are inviting you to slow down, sip intentionally, and connect in a way that feels real. POUR DECISIONS: A Mental Wellness Experience is where wine meets conversation, and release becomes the priority. Wine. Chat. Release. 💜 Join us Sunday, May 17 as we sip, connect, and unwind together. 🎟️ Tickets include 10 1 oz. pours at @theladyvintner ! Link in our bio for more information! #Blackgrlthings #dmvevents

✨SUNDAY LATE BRUNCH IN DC✨ If you’re not outside at @lydiaonhst , what are you doing?? 👀 Summer Time Girl Brunch & Day Party Sundays is giving everything it needs to give: 🥂 Brunch + 1 hour bottomless mimosas or a carafe (rum punch, margarita, mojito) 🍗 Chicken & waffles, smash burgers, suya steak & eggs… yeah, come hungry 💨 Hookah, DJs, and vibes ALL day 🎉 Happy Hour 5–7PM → Day party till 10PM All for $35 from 3–5PM… be serious 😮‍🔥 This is your official group chat invite! Good vibes. Good people. Great times. #DCSundays #Dcthingstodo #dcbrunch #blackwomen #LydiaOnH

Need a DMV reset? 👀🌿 Take this as your sign to get outside and explore Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park ✨ We did a beautiful 4-mile out-and-back walk filled with: 🐢 turtles sunbathing 🦅 birds everywhere 🌊 scenic water views 🌳 peaceful trails that genuinely help you slow down for a second Honestly, sometimes the best thing you can do for yourself is go for a walk and touch some grass 😂 🚗 Parking is $20, BUT your pass is valid for 7 days, so you can come back and explore again all week long. Perfect for: ✨ solo reset days ✨ wellness walks ✨ cute active dates ✨ catching up with friends without spending $100 Save this for your next DMV adventure 🌞🥾 #blackgrlthings #blackwomen #thingstodoDMV #DMV #explore

We pulled up to @ambar_restaurants in Northern VA and… let’s just say the girls who love to eat are going to be very happy here 👀 For $49.99, you get an unlimited dinner experience packed with bold Balkan flavors + endless small plates brought to the table (2 hours). Translation: order everything and keep it coming 😂 And yes… there’s a drink package available because what’s girl dinner without cocktails? 🥂 Perfect for: ✨ girls’ night ✨ birthday dinners ✨ date night ✨ “we survived the week celebrations 📍Clarendon location featured, but there are multiple DMV locations available! Tag your foodie group chat immediately 🍴#blackgrlthings #dmvrestaurants #dmv #ambarrestaurants

We boarded a brunch cruise aboard @citycruises in DC with @morgsvstheworld for her annual influencer brunch and it was the best way to end our weekend 😌 Think: 🍳 brunch buffet 🥂 mimosas flowing 🎶 music + skyline views 🌊 sailing past DC landmarks with your girls looking cute Perfect for birthdays, girls’ days, date nights, or just because you deserve a little main character energy. And because we love a good deal… use promo code CRUISE250 when booking 👀✨ Tag the friend you’re taking on board ⬇️ #CityCruises #DCBrunch #BrunchCruise #WashingtonDC #BlackGrlThings

✨$35 BRUNCH ON SUNDAYS AT LYDIA ON H IN DC✨ Because why are y’all paying $100+ for eggs, bacon, and two mimosas when you could be at @lydiaonhst every Sunday from 3–5PM for ONLY $35 👀 The Late Morning Girls understand the assignment: 🥂 1 hour bottomless mimosas or a carafe 🍽️ Full brunch entrée 🎶 DJs + day party vibes 💃🏾 Happy hour 5–7PM ✨ Outside until 11PM if you’re really outside Don’t worry, this isn’t your rushed 11AM brunch reservation. This is for the girls who like to ease into the day, look cute, eat good, and accidentally stay out all night 😂 Send this to your brunch crew immediately 📲 RSVP via the link in bio. #blackgrlthings #blackwomen #dcbrunch

We pulled up to Cake & Sip: Baddies Who Brunch Edition with @daisybakedit and let’s just say this is not your average outing 👀 What to expect: 🍰 decorating your own cake (and actually learning how to do it) 🥂 bottomless drinks flowing 🍽️ good food 🎶 music + vibes that feel like a day party And the best part? Every experience has a NEW theme, so it never gets old. 📍 Baltimore, MD Tag your crew & tell them it’s time to experience this😂👇🏾 #CakeAndSip #BaltimoreEvents #Blackgrlthings #CakeandSip

✨GRL OUTING: AFTERNOON TEA IN DC✨ We pulled up for Afternoon Tea at @thedarcyhotel and it’s giving the derby with just the right amount of fancy 💅🏾 For $60, you get the full tiered experience: 🥐 savory bites 🍰 fresh pastries 🍵 unlimited tea (yes, unlimited… don’t play with us 😌) And if you’re bringing the little ones, it’s $30 for kids, so this can easily turn into a cute mommy & me moment too 🤍 They’re currently offering two themed experiences: 🏇🏾 Preakness Tea 🏇🏾 Belmont Stakes Tea Save this for your next outing & don’t forget to send it to the group chat✨ #AfternoonTea #DCBrunch #ThingsToDoinDC #Blackgrlthings

✨LUXURY DINNER AT THE PRIME RIB✨ We stepped out with @torieatsdc to The Prime Rib at @livecasinomd …& this is how you do dinner. What we ordered: 🥩 perfectly cooked steak (obviously) 🍸 a martini tower that had us talking a little louder as the night went on 😂 🥔 Caviar made for sharing… or not It’s giving catch-ups, cute outfits, and “wait, we should do this more often.” If you’re planning your next girls’ dinner, save this spot & tag your girls you’re taking next 👇🏾✨ #blackgrlthings #dmv #dmvrestaurants #marylandlivecasino

We pulled up to the @hitidealx Tiki Pop-Up Bar in Old Town Alexandria and girlllllll… it’s giving island escape right in the city. From the decor to the drinks to the vibes, this is your sign to grab your girls and GO. Here’s what we recommend from the menu 👀👇🏾 🍹 Mai Tide – a classic, smooth, and dangerously good 🍍 Smuggler’s Mist – creamy, coconut-forward, and a MUST 🌺 Midnight at the Reef – refreshing with the perfect floral twist 🔥 Huli Huli Chicken Skewers – flavorful, juicy, and pair perfectly with your drink 🥥 Coconut Shrimp – crispy, sweet, and addictive Save this & send it to your group chat for your next pregame in Northern VA🍹✨ #HiTideLounge #DMVNights #GirlsNightOut #Blackgrlthings FoodAndVibes

BLOOM & BALANCE: A PILATES EXPERIENCE Generation Mastermind invites you to the formal introduction of our wellness pillar in honor of Mental Health Awareness. In partnership with our friends @blackgrlthings , we’re stepping into a space designed for restoration. Bloom & Balance is a curated fusion of movement and mindfulness—an afternoon dedicated to the women who prioritize their peace as much as their purpose. Expect: -Pilates Session: A guided 1hr session with a certified Pilates instructor. -Curated Atmosphere: A beautifully designed space featuring custom floral accents and light-filled energy. -The Soundtrack: A live DJ set to set the tone for the afternoon. -Refuel & Refresh: Crafted fresh fruit cups, chilled mimosas, and signature tasty bites. -The Keepsake: A curated gift for each guest to carry the essence of the afternoon home. -Intentional Connection: Space designed for relaxation and genuine connection. Event Details Location: 532 Yoga Date: Saturday, May 16 Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Dress Code: Spring & Pastel Tones We welcome you to join us as we: Flow with intention. Connect with grace & Bloom from within. Link in Bio #GenM #Pilates #MentalHealthAwareness #Community