(Joyce Theater, 175 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011) Battleworks Dance Company presents Reel Time, Juba, Ella, In/Side and Overture. Celebrating their fifth anniversary, Battleworks Dance Company presents Robert Battle’s strong choreography with vigor and technical virtuosity. Battle’s provocative work runs the gamut from humorous to viscerally jarring, and his dancers “are magnificent, flinging themselves into movement phrases with frenzied energy” (The Boston Globe). ($34) Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (7 – 9am) Another great season of talent free to the public. May 30: Usher; June 6: Ashanti; June 13: Cyndi Lauper; June 20: Boyz II Men; June 27: Maroon 5; July 4: Chaka Khan; July 18: Miley Cyrus; July 25: Feist; August 1: Cast of Broadway’s Rent; August 8: The Jonas Brothers. For a complete listing, visit them online. Event Website

(Window on the World Studio, 50th St btwn. 5 & 6th Aves) (7am) Enjoy free performances being taped Live for TV. May 30: Donna Summer; June 6: Chris Brown; June 13: Kenny Chesney; June 20: Rihanna; June 27: Cold Play; July 4: Ashlee Simpson; July 11: Rascal Flatts; July 18: Natasha Bedingfield; July 25: Miley Cyrus; August 1: Sheryl Crow; August 29: Paula Abdul. Event Website

(Various Locations) Film screenings, seminars, community forums, performances and parties. Event Website

(Various Locations) Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to try out a different restaurant every night that might ordinarily be beyond your budget! Event Website

(Joyce Theater, 175 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011) Larry Keigwin and his company of dancers make their Joyce debut with the NYC premiere of a work comprising of four suites underscored by a wide variety of music, from classical to hip-hop. Each suite is inspired by one of Nature’s basic building blocks: Earth, Fire, Air and Water. Music will include pieces by Mozart, Chopin, Unk, Patsy Cline, Devo, Etta James and Perry Como, among others. Event Website

(Meadow Lake, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens) (9am – 5pm) The oldest, largest, most traditional Dragon Boat Festival in North America. Event Website

(P.S. 1 MoMA, 22-25 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, Queens, NY 11101) (3 - 9pm) Warm Up is P.S.1's critically acclaimed music series and has become one of the most anticipated summer events. The series is housed within the architectural installation created by the winner of the annual P.S.1 and MoMA organized Young Architects Program. Together, the music, architecture and exhibition program provide a unique multi-sensory experience for music fans, artists, and families alike. See website for line-up. Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) Hear an eclectic and goofy group of singer-songwriters play their renowned music live on the our stage. Ben Lerman, The Hazzards, and Mel and El will perform songs that have been featured on MTV and Comedy Central. In their first ever Musical Revue, Comix is proud to have such a talented group of alternative musicians. From gay comedy rock and girls rapping in matching outfits to indie-pop played with ukuleles, the Comix Musical Revue is sure to entertain any music or comedy fan! ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM and 10:30 PM) Come out for a night of the biggest names in gay comedy at Comix! Two full shows of the best “out and proud” comedians will light up the stage for any audience, gay or straight. Comics like Hedda Lettuce, Murray Hill, and Mike Singer bring hysterical true stories from the gay perspective.Both shows feature the most flamboyantly funny comics in New York City for a live television taping for here! See website for complete list of performers by show ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(The Yard, 400 Carroll St btwn Bond & Nevins Sts, Gowasnis, Brooklyn, NY 11231) (3 - 9pm) Check out The Yard, for post-industrial outdoor beats. Resident and Guest DJs all day and into the evening. Blazing hot homemade tacos and beverages available. All ages. (Free) Event Website

(Chelsea Art Museum, 556 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011) (5.30 PM - 8 PM) Panel Discussion and Closing Reception in conjunction with the exhibition 'Nature Interrupted' . Moderated by the exhibition's curator Elga Wimmer Closing Reception: until 8 PM. The panel discusses the many ways in which professionals from various fields are active in dealing with environmental concerns. For a listing of panelists please see website. (free with museum admission) (212 255 0719) [email protected] Event Website

(Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, Central Park at 110th St) (2 - 4pm) The best in local emerging and established Latin, Jazz, World and Gospel. June 22: Sarah MacLawler (Blues and Jazz); June 29: Frankie Morales & Mambo of the Times Orq. (Salsa); July 13: Raquel Lima (Brazilian); July 20: Flamenco Vivo Carlotta Santana II (Flamenco); Aug 10: Pablo Mayor Folklore Urbano (Mod. Columbian); Aug 24: Charles Moore Dance Theatre (African Dance); Aug 31: Zon Del Barrio (Salsa). Continues all summer, through the Fall. Event Website

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (6:30pm) Dance the night away under the stars with music from New York's hottest dance bands on Hudson River Park's Pier 54 - no experience necessary. Featured styles include swing, tango and salsa. Free dance lessons begin at 6:30 pm courtesy of Dance Manhattan. Live bands go on at 7 pm. Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (Lawn opens 5pm; Showtime at Dusk) June 16: Dr. No; June 23: Bride of Frankenstein; July 7: The Man Who Came to Dinner; July 14: Fail Safe; July 21: Arsenic and Old Lace; July 28: The Apartment; August 4: Lifeboat; August 11: The Candidate; August 18: Superman. Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) From two of the creators of In the Heights comes Freestyle Love Supreme. Experience this amazing improvised blend of music, comedy and freestyle rap for two shows only. The gentlemen of Freestyle Love Supreme use audience suggestions to spontaneously combust into musical creations inspired by jazz, improvisational comedy and hip-hop. Since the audience is different every time, the show is never the same: you have to see it more than once to believe it! ($20 Advance/ $25 Day of Show) (212-524-2500) Event Website

(Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park at 72nd St, New York, NY 10023) (7:30pm) Since 1905, the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts has continuously presented free, outdoor classical music concerts to New Yorkers of all walks of life. Event Website

(The Center for Anti-Violence Education, 327 7th Street, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11215) For adults only. (sliding fee scale) (718-788-1775) Event Website

(The Elevated Acre, 55 Water St, New York, NY 10041) (Sundown) Screenings followed by conversation with Filmmakers. Aug 5: Nisi Jacobs; Aug 12: Adam Cohen; Aug 19: Alan Berliner; Aug 26: Kiri Davis and Karen Lum. Event Website

(The Center for Anti-Violence Education, 327 7th Street, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11215) Self defense for teen women and Trans youth. (sliding fee scale) Event Website

(Socrates Sculpture Park, 32-01 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11106) (Performances: 7pm; Screening at Sunset) Each evening focuses on a different country or culture and visitors are invited to sample regional cuisine from neighborhood restaurants, picnic on the grass, listen to performances by local musicians, enjoy the cool waterfront breeze as the sun sets over the Manhattan skyline and watch exceptional international films on an outdoor screen. (Free) Event Website

(Asser Levy Park Amphitheater, West 5th St & Surf Ave, New York, NY 11224) (7:30pm) The legend herself, say no more. (Free) Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (12:30 – 1:30pm) Songs from current Broadway shows sung by the stars themselves. Event Website

(Castle Clinton National Monument, Battery Park) (7pm) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Conceived by Eric Rhein, Leaves pays tribute to people he has known who died of complications from AIDS. The ART in Embassies Program of the U. S. Department of State has chosen works from Leaves to be exhibited in the Ambassadorial residence in Yaounde, Cameroon, through 2009. (Free) Event Website

(Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, Central Park, Enter at 110th St btwn 5th Ave & Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10026) (6pm) The Conservancy invites you to free summer dance parties in Central Park. Bring a friend, or find one here, for dance instruction followed by dancing to live music under the stars. (Free) Event Website

(TBG Theatre, 312 West 36th St, New York, NY 10018) (8pm) Exit Cuckoo is a one-woman show that explodes the myth of motherhood. How is a busy parent expected to produce offspring, rear young, build her nest, and still find time to forage for food and a decent living? In nature, the cuckoo bird solves this problem by leaving its egg in another bird's nest and the host bird then assumes responsibility for the unborn hatchling. Answers for the modern, diverse and driven women of New York City are more difficult to uncover. ($18.00) (212.279.4200) Event Website

(Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street near West 4th St., NY, NY 10014) (Aug 8, 13,16, 22 & 24 Varies see description) Part of the NY International Fringe Festival, The Naked Dead Elephant in the Middle of the Room is a satirical comedy with gay sex and nudity about creating a satirical comedy with gay sex and nudity. It begs to answer the question "How do you create a play in NY that's really funny, sells tickets, appeals to a large crowd, and has comic nudity in it?" Aug 8 5:00 pm, Aug 13 9:45 pm, Aug 16 8:15 pm, Aug 22 11:30 pm, Aug 24 1:45 pm (15.00) [email protected] Event Website

(The Michael Schimmel Center for the Arts, 3 Spruce Street, (East of Park Row, near the corner of Gold Street), New York, NY 10038) (Varies see website) Reverend Wiley Ray Henderson's Religious Broadcasting Network presents The "Gay No More" Telethon.Your generous contribution will help turn every homosexual straight by the Rapture or the 2014 Winter Olympics ... Whichever comes first. "Let's Get One Thing Straight ... You!" ($15) Event Website

(CBST, 57 Bethune St, New York, NY 10014) (8:45pm) Event Website

(Various Locations) Watch the culmination of a summer season of softball. Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM) At this Speed-Dating event, meet lots of guys ages 20s & 30s one-on-one for a series of 3-minute dates, then get a free mingling period to meet anyone else in the room. Tell us which men you want a second date with, and minutes later you find out your matches. This is a great opportunity to meet guys for time-efficient face-to-face contact and see what kind of chemistry is there. It’s a lot of fun and could lead to meeting someone special! ($20) (212-971-1084) [email protected] Event Website

(Cattyshack, 249 4th Ave, Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY 11215, Venue Website) (1 - 4:30pm) OP.LYNX presents the QUARTERLY FILMMAKER BRUNCH SERIES. See Alice Wu's delightful film SAVING FACE and meet friends, network and talk about issues related the portrayal of lesbians in film and mainstream media. Lesli Klainberg's experience and professional insight bring an added dimension to this brunch. SAVING FACE is a romantic comedy about a daughter struggling to understand her mother's heart, which ultimately allows her to understand her own. It is the story of unspoken loves, contemporary and cultural taboos, and the journey of two women towards living their lives honestly. ($15/$10) Event Website

(West Side Community Garden, West 89th St btwn Columbus & Amsterdam Aves, New York, NY 10025) (5pm) Every summer for the past six years Morna Murphy Martell has presented family-friendly adaptations of Shakespeare’s plays in our beautiful Garden. This summer she brings us “A Mini Midsummer Night’s Dream” where neighborhood children in the audience can run in and participate as fairies, monsters or magic spirits. Event Website

(Housing Works Warehousex, 48-49 35th St, Long Island City, Queens, NY 11101) (10am - 4pm) Housing Works' beloved twice-monthly warehouse sales make it easier than ever for you to find flawed-but-fabulous designer items among the overstock. For $20, you get a shopping bag to fill with as much of the overstock clothing as will fit. For $30, you get a shopping bag filled entirely with men’s and women’s pre-sorted designer items! To benefit Housing Works. ($20) Event Website

(Spiegelworld, Pier 17, South Street Seaport, South & Beekman Sts, New York, NY 10038) Meow Meow & Justin Bond take the stage together for the first time. Get your inoculations against Cat Scratch Fever and prepare yourself for some Pet Sounds as Tony-nominated performer Justin Bond and international cabaret diva Meow Meow set off a feline frenzy at the Spiegeltent inaugurating the 'Heavy Petting' sessions led by Emmy-Award winning Lance Horne. ($35) Event Website

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (7 pm) This is a staged reading of The Red Box, Jason Mitchell's extraordinary play. Victor, a Holocaust survivor persecuted as a Jew and gay man confronts his complicated past. Victor relives falling in love for the first time with a non-Jewish boy, coming to terms with his sexuality, and his own family's dysfunction against the backdrop of the Nazi rise to power. Playwright and Taglit-Birthright Israel alumnus Jason Mitchell will be joined by the original New York cast of THE RED BOX. The evening will include a Q+A and reception following the reading. (FREE) (646-505-4400) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Calling all opera lovers, their admirers and all who enjoy brilliant gay theatre, The Lisbon Traviata, is the flamboyantly bitchy, and brilliant gay play that inimitably explores gay relationships, and celebrates opera gay icon, Maria Callas, written by award winning playwright, Terrence McNally. This fabulous evening will star a talented and sexy cast from Broadway and Off-Broadway, which include Jeffrey Schecter, Will Taylor, Patrick O'Neill and Timothy J. Alex who among others will donate their time and talent in support for a great cause. LGBT Theatre is an emerging not-for-profit all-inclusive, organization that is dedicated to producing theatrical work. All proceeds will benefit The Center and LGBT Theatre.

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) Three big headliners, DC Benny, Joe Derosa, and Pete Lee, take the stage giving a blend of different styles that are sure to please any audience. DC Benny’s boisterous characters and refreshing storytelling has made him the most talked about comedian in New York City. He has appeared on Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend,” “Showtime at the Apollo,” and “The Chris Rock Show.” Joe DeRosa offers a more laidback and even self-deprecating style to the show. His hilarious pessimism has landed Joe on shows like “Last Call with Carson Daly,” Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend,” and “Insomniac with Dave Attell.” ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) Event Website

(The Elevated Acre, 55 Water St, New York, NY 10041) (Sundown) Featuring a conversation with Filmmaker, Adam Cohen. Blind Grace (21 minutes, 1993) A personal street document, shot between 1989 and 1993, about New York City caught on the verge of disappearance – before Disneyfication – where presence becomes absence and poetry was the only thing left. FEATURE FILM: MANHATTAN (96 minutes, 1979) Woody Allen's follow-up to Oscar-winning Annie Hall, is a film of many distinctions: its glorious all-Gershwin score, its breathtakingly elegant black-and-white, widescreen cinematography by Gordon Willis; its deeply shaded performances; its witty screenplay that marked a new level in Allen's artistic maturity; and its catalog of Things that Make Life Worth Living. It's a romantic comedy about infidelity and betrayal, that stars a radiant and sweet Mariel Hemingway and older man Woody Allen. (Free) Event Website

(Spiegelworld, Pier 17, South Street Seaport, South & Beekman Sts, New York, NY 10038) (8pm - 1am) In honor of BUST Magazine's 15-Years of independent publishing celebrating girl culture on the cutting edge, the ladies of BUST will be mixing the best in female nouveau cirquevariety acts with a stellar concert. Hosted by Amy Sedaris, and featuring live music from Morningwood, FreeBlood, and Leslie Hall, comedy and burlesque from Murray Hill, TheWorld Famous * BOB *, and the Pontani Sisters, DJ sets from JD Samsonand Smithmix, and circus performances from Lady Circus! Where: Under the big circus tent at Spiegelworld, Pier 17, South Street Seaport (South Street & Beekman Street) in NYC ($25) Event Website

(The Cherry Lane Theatre, 38 Commerce Street, New York, NY 10014) (Aug 8, 14, 15, 20 & 23 Varies see description) A real life, all-male menage-a-tois (1927-1943) between the photographer George Platt Lynes and one of the greatest artistic couples of the 20th century: writer Glenway Wescott and MoMA curator Monroe Wheeler. ($15) (866.468.7619) [email protected] Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Ms Green mixes original comedic monologues with melodramatic popular songs from around the world in a sometimes sweet but mostly bitter cocktail for the girls. A hatful of songs and stories about death. Written and performed by Ryan Green, Directed by Michael Cherry, with Matthew Fetbrandt on Piano. ($10) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) Discussion of Patricia Highsmith’s 1970 novel. Tom Ripley has a beautiful and very rich wife. One inopportune inquiry, one inconvenient friend, and Ripley’s world will come tumbling down. Event Website

(Time Warner 34 and 78, RCN 107 and 82 on Manhattan Neighborhood Network) (10pm) The Center's half-hour TV show features a recap of Garden Party 25 with Emcee Kate Clinton on the main stage and Lisa from Top Chef interviewing fellow chefs April Bloomfied, David Chang, Johnny Iuzzini and special guests Ted Allen and Andrew Cohen. The rest of the show includes footage from Pride celebrations in New York City boroughs and beyond. (Free) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:30 PM and 10:45 PM shows) Jo Koy’s physical energy on stage is something to be admired, envied, and just plain gawked at. He will perform four shows in two nights, bringing back all his energy and goofiness to the stage. Jo started his career in Las Vegas and quickly became one of the most requested comics in the area. He has performed on BET’s “Comic View,” and most recently left his audience spellbound with his own half-hour “Comedy Central Presents.” ($20/$25) (212-524-2500) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM) Meet relationship-oriented Poz guys at this fun, structured singles mixer. After meeting most of the guys in the room, write a list of the ones you want to date, and a computer tells you your mutual matches. When Date Bait began its singles mixers 11 years ago, the HIV+ event was its first specialized theme event. At this event, you’ll be in a room full of other positive guys, to help you in your quest to find a great guy. ($20) (212-971-1084) [email protected] Event Website

(Whyte Hall, Fire Island Pines, New York, NY 11782) (7:30pm) Broadway and R&B songstress Deborah Cox brings her vocal stylings to the beach. To benefit PINES CARE CENTER, LYME DISEASE PREVENTION FUND, SEASHORE DEFENSE FUND and WHYTE HALL OPERATING FUND. ($50+) Event Website

(Coney Island Beach, directly across from the boardwalk entrance to the Aquarium) (12 - 5pm) The Gender Identity Project presents a day on the beach for transgender and gender non-conforming people, our families and allies. Look for a sign that reads “G.I.P”. (Free) (212.620.7310 x273) [email protected] Event Website

(Village Restaurant, 62 West Ninth Street, New York, NY 10011) (1pm) The glamorous Diamond Divas invite you to an a-MAE-zing birthday celebration that includes a musical walking tour of historical sights near Washington Square Park. Join Metropolitan Opera singer Marlena De La Mora, tour guide Sharon Weinman and historian LindaAnn Loschiavo for a noteworthy Sunday afternoon in Greenwich Village. Marlena De La Mora will sing excerpts from arias associated with Mae West, Sharon Weinman, will punctuate the walking tour with showtunes linked to Mae's career. Playwright LindaAnn Loschiavo will provide secret addresses tied to Mae West that have not been disclosed before. ($20) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” Emmy winning producer Rory Albanese, gathers friends, acquaintances and colleagues of The Daily Show. This installment features John Oliver, Rob Riggle, and other talented guests. Rory, a key part of The Daily Show for over eight years, is also an accomplished stand-up comedian. Most recently Rory has been seen performing with Daily Show correspondent John Oliver as well as headlining his own shows at colleges throughout the North East. ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) Most DJs spend their entire life in the shadows. No matter how well they control the crowd or dazzle on the decks, they remain anonymous heroes lost in the darkness of the booth. Yet Cipha Sounds is not “most DJs.” Whether hosting the all-the-way live Cipha Sounds Effect on Sirius Satellite Radio’s Shade45, running the number one rated weekend show Cipha Saturdays on New York’s Hot 97, or serving as the face of MTV’s hip-hop countdown Sucker Free, Cipha radiates personality, driving every project with his likeable swagger and confident tastes. ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) Event Website

(Borders, 10 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019) (7pm) Tennis legend Billie Jean King will discuss and sign her new book, "Pressure is Privilege". (Free) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) Gothamist, and New York Magazine have praised the all-pro showcase Hot Comix which regularly features the best of New York's and the nation's comics. All comedians have been seen on shows including, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and Comedy Central! This installment features: Giulia Rozzi (Jimmy Kimmel Live!), Jon Fisch (Premium Blend)), Joe DeRosa (Down and Dirty with Jim Norton), Russ Meneve (Comedy Central Presents), Jessica Kirson (Last Comic Standing) And more! ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (6pm) You'll get a double treat at this special OP film screening. After viewing the landmark 90-minute documentary "After Stonewall", you'll hear from the director himself -- award-winning gay filmmaker/journalist John Scagliotti, who also created the PBS series "In the Life". Narrated by superstar Melissa Etheridge, the film is a fascinating look at women and men who helped shape what gay America looks like -- and how the world sees us. Both poignant and uplifting, "After Stonewall" is a must-watch record of an explosive time in gay and lesbian history -- from 70's "gay lib" and Womyn's music festivals to the onslaught of AIDS, the Gay Games, and Ellen DeGeneres' coming-out. (Free) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) “Strictly for Laughs” invites you to their sixth benefit performance to help prevent suicide. The line-up of all professional comedians is sure to put a smile on even the saddest faces in the crowd. Join Jordan Carlos, Jay Nog, Ted Alexandro, and more as they bring their best jokes to fight depression with laughter. Each performer is a hard working artist with a sensitive outlook on everything from keeping his or her career’s integrity to merely waking up in the morning. Their everyday humorous experiences and stories are a perfect healer for today’s chaotic times. ($20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020) (8 PM) The evening will be a special one as the Boston Pops twentieth conductor, Keith Lockhart, will lead the orchestra in his fourteenth season this year with selections from "West Side Story", "Candide", "On The Town", "Wonderful Town" and an overall tribute to Leonard Bernstein. A performance by TONY Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell rounds out the evening. ($45-90) Event Website

(The LOFT: LGBT Community Services Center, 180 East Post Road, Lower Level, White Plains, NY 10601) (7:30pm) The theme of this evening's discussion is The LGBT Movement and the Media: Our Voices Being Heard, with special guest Katherine Linton, former host for the PBS Series 'In the Life'. Linton has been producing socially-relevant media for over 15 years. As senior producer and host of the series "In the Life", she brought LGBT issues to a national public television audience as early as 1993. (914-948-2932) Event Website

(Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd St (btwn 7 & 8th Aves), New York, NY 10011, 212.367.9000, Venue Website) (9:30 PM - 11:15 PM) A diverse all star cast including the heart wrenchingly hilarious NBC's "Stand-Up for Diversity" finalist, Calise Hawkins, the Filipino-American laugh riot, Air Tabique, from PBS's "Asian America" and the quirkiest "ukulele" playing Asian comedienne, Jen Kwok, also from NBC's "Stand Up for Diversity" Come find out for yourself what a "ukulele" is! ($15 + 2 drink minimum) (718.789.1776) [email protected] Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (7pm) Join the Center and Trai La Trash for Bingo. Join the fun and stake your claim to the $500 Jackpot! Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:30 and 10:45 PM) Nick Kroll & John Mulaney, two of the brightest emerging stars of comedy, will split the bill. Nick Kroll is one of Time Out New York's "Favorite Comics of 2004" and the co-writer of Bar Mitzvah Disco, published by Random House. Some of his notable television credits include writing for Chappelle's Show and co-creating, directing, and starring in I Love the 30s and as “Nick” on ABC’s Cavemen. John Mulaney co-wrote the ECNY award winning short-film Cavalcade of Personalities, which appeared on Comedy Central's Jump Cuts. ($22.50/$27.50) (212-524-2500) Event Website

(BAM Rose Cinemas, 30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217) Each year, NewFest is pleased to work with the landmark BAM Rose Cinemas to re-present a selection of films from the annual film festival for Brooklyn audiences. Featuring a selection of award winners and audience favorites, NewFest@BAM gives audiences another chance to see the films from the recently concluded NewFest 2008. Event Website

(NYU’s Kimmel Center, 60 Washington Sq South, New York, NY 10012) Same-sex competitions will take place in Ballroom, Latin, Country, Swing, Showdance, Salsa, Hustle and more. Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM) At this Speed-Dating event, meet lots of guys ages 40+ one-on-one for a series of 3-minute dates, then get a free mingling period to meet anyone else in the room. Tell us which men you want a second date with, and minutes later you find out your matches. This is a great opportunity to meet guys for time-efficient face-to-face contact and see what kind of chemistry is there. It’s a lot of fun and could lead to meeting someone special! ($20) (212-971-1084) [email protected] Event Website

(Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 112th St & Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025) (12:15 PM) Memorial Eucharist of Remembrance for all who have died of AIDS-HIV-related illness. Names of Loved Ones who have died of AIDS-HIV-related-illness can be entered into the Book of Remembrance and also named in the Prayers. (FREE)

(Multiple locations) (3pm) The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival annually assembles some of the finest musicians in the world who reflect Parker’s musical individuality and genius, to promote appreciation for this highly influential and world-renowned artist. The two days of free concerts take place in neighborhoods where Charlie Parker lived and worked, in Harlem’s Marcus Garvey Park (124th St & Mt. Morris Park) on the 23rd and the Lower East Side's Tompkins Square Park (East 8th St betwn Avenue A & B) on the 24th. Event Website

(Queen of Hearts departing from Pier 40) (6pm) Join in the fun as The Queen Of Hearts, a triple-decker, Mississippi-style river-boat, sails from New York's historical Pier 40 for a two-and-a-half hour party cruise around the lower end of NYC and include a free buffet dinner, entertainment, music and dancing to one of the hottest club DJ's – Max Rodrequez. New York City Gay Men's Chorus

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) Ripped from the pages of real life, Mortified is a comic excavation of adolescent artifacts (journals, letters, poems, lyrics, home movies, stories and more) as shared by their original authors before total strangers. Mortified has been hailed as a "cultural phenomenon" by Newsweek and celebrated by the likes of This American Life, The Today Show, The Onion AV Club, Entertainment Weekly, Esquire, Jane, Daily Candy and more. The project collects childhood creations and uses them to reveal uniquely autobiographical tales. ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(Roseland Ballroom, 239 West 52nd St, New York, NY 10019) (7pm - 3am) This year's theme is "A PASSAGE THROUGH TIME" in celebration of the history and legacy of ballroom competitions. During the 1990’s, houses met and took their battles to the dance floor at the clubs in NYC. Go back to the days of stretch, arm control, splits, 6’oclocks and complete back-breaking performances in the name of new way. To benefit GMHC. (Free) Event Website

(Wingate Park, Brooklyn Ave & Rutland Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11203) (7:30pm) Beautiful, simply does not describe the incomparable force known to the world as Patti LaBelle. As time continues to evolve, the soulful songbird's name has become synonymous with grace, style, elegance and class. As she continues into her fourth decade of performing, the Philadelphia maven has returned to her roots with her latest project, The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle. (Free) Event Website

(Time Warner 35 and Cablevision 68 on Brooklyn Community Access TV) (6:30 pm) The Center's half-hour TV show features rare, personal archival footage of the first Christopher Street Gay Liberation Day March up Sixth Avenue to the Sheep Meadow with commentary by lesbian and gay elders who were on the scene; the alumni of Gay and Lesbian Youth of New York talk about their experiences organizing as youth in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s and giving back to the youth of today; and former Center board president David Nimmons and artist Gary Speziale recall the installation of The Center Show in 1989. The LGBT Center (Free) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) All comedians have been seen on shows including, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, The Late Show with David Letterman, and Comedy Central! This installment features: Dean Obeidallah (The Watch List), Mike Vecchione (Open Mic Fight), Colin Kane (Donkey Punch), Amy Schumer (Last Comic Standing) Eddie Brill (Comedy Central Presents) with more to be announced! ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(Hilton New York, 1335 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019) New York City's PREMIER Latin Dance & Music event held for 3 days & 4 nights. Over 45 workshops from beginner to advanced in different styles of Latin dance. Over 90 Artist Showcases comprised of the hottest local and international dance groups. Live Concert Series with some of the most respected bands in the Latin community, plus DJs playing the Hottest Salsa and Cha-Chas around so you can dance the rest of the night away. Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:00 PM) Comix features its funniest ladies for a night of all female comedy! Comics Laurie Kilmartin, Jessica Kirson, and Karith Foster join the stage with other special guests. No matter what your sex, the all pro line-up at Comix is sure to entertain anyone! ($15/$20) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm) Help the New York Liberty "Raise The Game" as they take on the brightest and best that the WNBA has to offer! (Seats starting at $10) (212-465-6080) [email protected] Event Website

(Time Warner 34 and 78, RCN 107 and 82 on Manhattan Neighborhood Network) (10 pm) The Center's half-hour TV show features highlights from an evening with Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson, a conversation with riders from Braking the Cycle, Terrance Dean on Gay Hip Hop culture and LGBT images in advertising. (Free) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8:30 PM and 10:45 PM Shows) Pete’s sarcastic and opinionated style can be heard daily on Sirius Radio’s “Breuer Unleashed.” On top of being one of the most prolific stand-up comics, Pete is also one of the funniest! Pete has landed spots on countless television shows including “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” “The Late Show with David Letterman,” and Comedy Central’s “Premium Blend.” He has also performed in every major comedy festival, including the Montreal and Aspen. ($20 Advance/$25 Day of Show) (212-524-2500) [email protected] Event Website

(Washington Square Park, 5th Ave at Washington Sq North, New York, NY 10003) (12 - 6pm) A twice-a-year happening -- every Memorial Day weekend and the weekend that follows, and Labor Day weekend and the weekend that follows. For more than 75 years, it is has been annually showcasing over 200 artists from around the world, attracting more than 200,000 art lovers. (Free) <a class="main" href="http://www.nycupandout.com/redirect.php?id=1252&t=2&href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.washingtonsquareoutdoorartexhibit.org" onclick=