Eater DC: Star D.C. Female Bartenders React to Roe v. Wade Leak With a Planned Parenthood Fundraiser

In response to the leaked U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion that could possibly overturn Roe v. Wade, Michele’s bar director Judy Elahi is gathering star D.C. bartenders to raise funds for Planned Parenthood.

Bartenders Against Bans is scheduled for Wednesday, June 1, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Michele’s (1201 K Street NW) in downtown hotel Eaton DC, with the entirety of the proceeds donated to Planned Parenthood.

Elahi wanted to put on the event as soon as she could after news broke earlier this month about the possible overrule of Roe.

“This is a huge issue for women,” she tells Eater. “[We wanted to gather] some of the best bartenders throughout the city and really showcase and make money for Planned Parenthood.”