May 2010

(Varies locations through out Philadelphia) (See website fir schedule) Each spring, Equality Forum presents its Global GLBT Summit. The annual Equality Forum comprises seven days of substantive programs, parties and special events — including an international focus; the International Equality Dinner at the National Constitution Center; an annual art exhibit; SundayOUT!, Pennsylvania’s largest annual GLBT street festival; and more — in collaboration with regional, national and international organizations. Event Website

(Saddle River County Park, NJ) (9 AM) This is a 5K Walkathon Fundraiser. All proceeds are used to meet the growing needs of people living with HIV/AIDS. Since 1985, NJB has established itself as the foremost resource center serving Bergen and Passaic Counties. Services include Case Management, Substance Abuse treatment and counseling, Housing Assistance, Dental Services, Support Groups, Transportation, and a Food Bank. Event Website

(Various locations) (See website for schedule) The Tribeca Film Festival was founded to celebrate New York City as a major filmmaking center and to contribute to the long-term recovery of lower Manhattan Event Website

(See website for locations) (See website for schedule) An integrated lifestyle brand with a big appetite for Asian food and culinary culture. From rich online content to live events, LUCKYRICE is your guide to the Asian culinary world. (Varies) Event Website

(Times Square) (7am) You can participate as either a runner or a walker. Simply register in this year’s event and be a part of helping to defeat women’s cancers. Buoyed by the knowledge of the difference you are making and exhilarated by the energy of the Run/Walk crowd, you will discover the part of yourself that lets you be a part of something bigger than yourself … your Womentum. Event Website

(Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center, 104 Malcolm X Blvd., New York, NY 10034) (11AM - 2PM (seating from 10am)) Visit the sights and watch clips/segments of classic Harlem movies such as Lady Sings the Blues, New Jack City, American Gangster, Cotton Comes to Harlem and many more. Compare real Harlem with the movie version as you watch clips and see the actual locations where the movies were made and learn Harlem history at the same time with a native lifelong Harlem resident. ($48) Event Website

(Kraine Theatre, 85 East 4th St, New York, NY 10003) (10:30 pm) A poetry-themed version of their critically acclaimed signature show, Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind, this ever-changing, lightening-paced performance of 30 Poems In 60 Minutes will be dedicated to theater that is poetic, musical, lyrical, powerful and that sometimes...rhymes. (11-16) (212-352-3101) Event Website

(Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225) (10am-6pm) Participate in New York City's "rite of spring" at Sakura Matsuri, a phenomenal weekend celebrating Japanese culture with over 60 events and performances. Enjoy contemporary and traditional Japanese music and dance, taiko drumming, ikebana flower arranging, Japanese DJs, presentations on the art of manga, tea ceremonies, and workshops for all ages. ($15) Event Website

(The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave at 82nd St, New York, NY 10028) (See website for schedule) Presented over a weekend the SFF offers exciting films from many countries, exclusive parties and an audience of over 2,000 people. Dedicated to bringing innovative programming to people with developmental disabilities. Sprout has been making videos related to the field of developmental disabilities since 1995. ($8-weekend pass $50) Event Website

(Primary Stages, 59 E 59th St., Between Park & Madison Ave, New York, NY 10019) (8pm) Help us to celebrate PRIMARY STAGES' 25th Anniversary with a wonderful week of special concerts. Each one a gem... Join "Jamie deRoy & friends: Songs from Tony Award Winning Musicals" featuring Loni Ackerman, Christopher Fitzgerald, Anita Gillette, Bonnie Langford, Christiane Noll and Kevin Spirtas with special guest Sheldon Harnick. All proceeds to benefit PRIMARY STAGES. ($30) (212-279-4200) [email protected] Event Website

(Laurie Beechman Theatre/Westbank Café, 407 W. 42nd Street between 9th and 10th, Subway: ACE to 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (7:30pm) Legendary performance artist Penny Arcade will present her first “Greatest Hits” show ever, - a rare “uptown” appearance for a performer who has become synonymous with “downtown art”. The Very Best of Penny Arcade is a veritable sampler of the landmark, expansive and genre pushing work of the Queen of Downtown Underground . ($20) Event Website

(Pier I, West 70th Street @ Hudson River, New York, NY 10023) (Starts 1pm) The Irish Arts Center is back in the park with its 9th annual celebration of traditional Irish dance and music, featuring performances by stars of the Irish dance world and New York area dance schools. Join in on the fun with live music, workshops in traditional Irish dance for all skill levels, a singer’s circle, Irish language classes, face-painting, children’s craft table, and more! (FREE) Event Website

(Riverside Park, Pier 1 @ 70th Street, New York, NY 10024) (9am- 5PM) An exciting and fun walk-a-thon and festival aimed at fighting both human and animal cancers. You and your dog can join the fight against cancer by registering or volunteering for the 18th Annual Dogswalk Against Cancer today. The walk component is less than a mile to ensure all canines can participate. Dogswalk fundraising efforts benefit the programs of the American Cancer Society as well as the Donaldson/Atwood Cancer Clinic at the Animal Medical Center. Event Website

(Galapagos Art Space, 70 North 6th St, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211) (7:30pm/10pm) Buckle up as the Candy Janes flight crew takes off more than just the runway on a Trans-American journey packed with mischievous pit-stops and afloat with the showbiz dreams of stewardesses gone rogue! In-flight entertainment and terminal talent to include dancing, singing, sketch comedy, guest comedians, musicians, and specialty acts all jet-fueled with pure rock n’ roll! No peanuts or pretzels here either! Complimentary appetizers will be provided by Ignazio’s Pizza. ($15)

(Laurie Beechman Theatre/Westbank Café, 407 W. 42nd Street between 9th and 10th, Subway: ACE to 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (Su 1 & 4pm, Mo 9:30pm) Broadway Voices, the small ensemble of the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus, presents their new show, celebrating the Tony-Award winning composer William Finn. Broadway Voices present their own gay twist on the William Finn Songbook. All proceeds will benefit the New York City Gay Men's Chorus. ($20 cover) Event Website

(Laurie Beechman Theatre/Westbank Café, 407 W. 42nd Street between 9th and 10th, Subway: ACE to 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (May 2 @ 9pm, May 9 @ 7pm) A show filled with stand-up comedy, original songs and fab song parodies. In Hedda's hands, Lady Gaga's Poker Face and Bad Romance are now Botox Face and Brad Romance (about her love affair with Brad Pit). Katy Perry's I Kissed a Girl becomes I Kissed A Troll, about a bad backroom experience. And Justin Timberlake’s pop classic Sexy Back is now Fanny Pack, about a lesbian fashion faux Pas. The evening also includes original songs with titles including She's Famous and Jesus Take The Wheel, Cause I Am Too Drunk To Drive! ($20 cover) Event Website

(French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), Tinker Auditorium, 55 East 59th Street, New York, NY 10022) (1 pm) Christos Tsiolkas, the Greek-Australian author of Loaded and The Jesus Man, has created an international scene with his Commonwealth Writer’s Prize–winning novel The Slap, published here this month. Join him and groundbreaking Booker Prize–winning Irish novelist Colm Toíbín, whose books include The Blackwater Lightship, The Story of the Night, and most recently, Brooklyn, for a discussion of some of the common themes that connect their work – from sexual identity to literary taboos. (Free) [email protected] Event Website

(Battery Park) (6:30 am) Join the largest recreational cycling event in America. With 42 traffic-free miles and more than 30,000 fellow riders, there's no better way to see New York than biking through dozens of neighborhoods and crossing scenic bridges. Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (8pm) A Celebration of the Unsung Heroes of the Gay Community! 10 girls represent different areas of the tri-state area to compete for the coveted title of Miss Fag Hag 2010, with last year's winner: Heather Sheilds, Miss West Village, on-hand to pass the crown on to this year's lucky lady. Special Appearances by: Hedda Lettuce, Kate McKinnon, Jon Wolf Nelson, Judith Regan, Daniel Robinson & Billy Eichner ($20 + 2 drinks) Event Website

(Chelsea Piers, Pier 60, New York, NY 10011) (6 pm) Enjoy the company of Lambda Legal staff, Board and NLC members, as well as supporters from across the nation. This year's gala event will honor Katherine Acey, Executive Director of Astraea Lesbian Foundation for Justice, for her work to further the civil rights of LGBT people and people living with HIV. ($500) Event Website

(TELECAST, go to website) (7pm) If you have ever thought of starting a business, this free teleworkshop could change everything. The freedom, fun, and autonomy of owning your own business are the stuff dreams are made of. In this workshop: Learn what you need to know to make a successful transition. Find out the defining factor which can determine your success. You will leave with steps you can take to get started. Even if you already have a business. You do not have to do it alone! (FREE) (212-675-8830) Event Website

(92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128) (7PM) First course of its kind offered in NYC in major venue. Guests include Ann Bannon (leading her session), and Cece Martin, former manager of Oscar Wilde Bookshop. Taught by Kurt Brokaw, pulp historian, longtime friend of Ann & Marijane, and Assoc. Teaching Professor at The New School. Sessions explore Ann's 6 novels known as "The Beebo Brinker Chronicles" including "Odd Girl Out" and the title novel; Marijane's equally pioneering work as Ann Aldrich, Vin Packer, M.E. Kerr age young and her memoir "Highsmith" about their years together' ($95 Series Subscription Only) (212-415-5500) Event Website

(Merkin Concert Hall, 129 West 67th Street, New York, NY 10023) (8pm) World Premiere of Harold Meltzer's song cycle "Beautiful Ohio," set to poetry of James Arlington Wright, created for and performed by tenor Paul Appleby (winner of the Metropolitan Opera National Council auditions) is featured. Other artists, performing contemporary American song, include soprano Anne-Carolyn Bird, baritone Andrew Garland, and pianists/hosts Steven Blier and Michael Barrett. ($40-55, $15 student , roup discounts available) (212-501-3330) [email protected] Event Website

(Laurie Beechman Theatre/Westbank Café, 407 W. 42nd Street between 9th and 10th, Subway: ACE to 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (8PM) Legendary comedian and Celebrity Apprentice winner JOAN RIVERS brings her live stand-up act to Times Square. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on The Celebrity Apprentice, Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, reality TV and award show fashion. Net proceeds going to Rivers' favorite charities: God's Love We Deliver and Guide Dogs for the Blind. ($30) Event Website

(Bleecker Street Theatre, 45 Bleecker St (just East of Lafayette St), New York, NY 10012) (Wed & Thr 4pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7pm) Canadian actor and rap artist Baba Brinkman explores the history and current understanding of Darwin’s theory, combining hilarious remixes of popular rap songs with clever lyrical storytelling and improvised freestyle rhymes. Winner! Fringe First Award, Edinburgh 2009. SPECIAL OFFER! TIX $12.50! (reg. $22.50) 4 Performances Only! (12.50) Event Website

Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for "Fifth of May") commemorates the Mexican army's defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

(MoMA, 11 West 53 St, New York, NY 10019) (5:30-8:45PM) Stop by after hours to enjoy full access to the galleries and theaters, free Gallery Talks, a cash bar, a DJ, and a special prix fixe dinner in Cafe 2. ($20) Event Website

(LGBT Center, 208 W. 13th st., new york, NY 10011) (6PM) This two-hour evening is aimed at LGBT entrepreneurs, executives, business owners and client-oriented, sales professionals like you. First, each attendee will give a 60-second introduction to the group: Who are you? What do you do? What do you want out of tonight's event? ($5/$10 non-members) Event Website

(Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Design on a Dime is New York City’s most popular interior design benefit event. Featuring more than 40 of the world’s top interior designers, who create unforgettable room vignettes with new merchandise, which is donated and then sold for 60 to 80 percent off retail pricing Attracting a star-studded crowd, the Opening Night Reception is celebrated with hundreds of VIPs, designers, and friends of Housing Works. Housing Works ($150+) Event Website

(The Dance Gallery, 30 East 31st St, New York, NY 10016) (7 pm) The work presented this season will be a combination of classic ballets, new works, and popular NYTB productions. Four different programs will be presented ($15) Event Website

(See website for different venues) (See website for schedule) the top 50 galleries in Chelsea, midtown, and the Upper and Lower East Sides will join together for a long weekend of extended hours and special programs, the first in what’s meant to be a recurring annual complement to Fashion Week and Restaurant Week. Event Website

(La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club, 74A East 4th St, New York, NY 10003) (Saturdays 5 & 6:30pm) The lesbos of Sapho, Mass. are going at it again. 5 episodes. ($10 per episode; $40 for season) Event Website

(92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128) (Sa-Mo 8PM Su-Mo 2PM) Rob Fisher heads up a witty, wicked salute to Tom Lehrer and the lineage of lyricists—from W.S. Gilbert and E.Y. "Yip" Harburg to Sheldon Harnick and Stephen Sondheim—who savor and serve up the follies of our imperfect world. Harnick will host! ($25+) Event Website

(NBC) (11:35 pm) The six-time Emmy winner and cultural icon will host "SNL" for the first time in her illustrious seven-decade-long career. White is best known for her performance as Rose Nylund on NBC's "The Golden Girls," the beloved comedy series that aired from 1985 to 1992. Previously, she co-starred as Sue Ann Nivens in the classic comedy series "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8pm) Meet lots of guys ages 30s & 40s 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. I ($20) Event Website

(Merchant's House Museum, 29 East Fourth St, (between Lafayette and The Bowery), New York, NY 10003) (5:30pm) 19th-Century songs performed live in honor of Mother’s Day in the Museum’s authentic Greek Revival double parlors by the Bond Street Euterpean Singing Society, including up & OUT's friend, tenor Anthony Bellov. Part of the museum’s ongoing period music series “Salon Music.” Reservations required; call 212-777-1089 ($25) Event Website

(Webster Hall, 125 East 11th St, New York, NY 10003) (8pm/11pm) Formed seven years ago in L.A., Lucha VaVOOM is a non-stop, action-packed scream-a-thon, where Mexican Masked wrestlers flip and fly, performing breathtaking acrobatic feats. It's good vs. evil played out in a one-fall, Lucha Libre exhibition-style match for maximum enjoyment. In between bouts, the finest, handpicked burlesque acts from around the world, including raucous aerial acts, pogo-stick peelers and hula-hoop hotties, astound the audience. ($25) (212-353-1600) Event Website

(Duplex, 61 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014) (9:30pm) The Meeting* is a monthly comedy/variety show for homosexuals and their friends, hosted by Justin Sayre. A "gay" romp through politics, sexual and otherwise, social news, music, skits, and other important life changing information. The May show will feature a tribute to Bea Arthur and special guest Jesse Luttrell. ($10 plus 2-drink minimum) [email protected] Event Website

(Town Hall, 123 West 43rd, New York, NY 10036) (8 pm) Sweet Charity, Mame, Cabaret, I Do! I Do!, The Apple Tree and more! Created/written and hosted for The Town Hall by Scott Siegel Musical Direction by Ross Patterson ($45=55) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6:30pm) If you love food - and great writing - then you know Kim Severson. She's the New York Times "Dining" guru whose honors include four James Beard awards. Here's your chance to meet Kim and celebrate publication of her new book, Spoon Fed: How Eight Cooks Saved My Life RSVP required! ($5/$10) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (7pm) Get out of the House! Enjoy refreshments and colorful presentation about wonderful day hikes, bike rides, camping trips, cultural events, skiing, Fire Island beach house, boating, and other year-round LGBT outdoor activities provided by 30-year old nonprofit club. (FREE) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (4PM-9PM) An exciting new event where you can learn about new travel destinations, rediscover old ones, find GLBT friendly travel providers and get information to plan your next vacation. Exhibitors will include:airlines, hotels, cruise lines, car rental companies, resorts, exotic destinations., convention and visitors bureaus. 
 Everyone of them reaching out to the GLBT consumer.Attendees will be able to get the latest travel information, get special travel packages and great deals from the very best travel providers. Event Website

(The National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY 10003) (6:30pm) Join SAGE as they relive the sophisticated cool of the 1920's arts scene, with SPEAKEASY: A Jazz Joint & Underground Literary Salon. For one night only, tucked deep within The National Arts Club; SAGE will create a whoopee spot the where the gin is cold and the Jazz is HOT! Featuring a live musical performance by Harlem's own Bill Saxton & Band, an intimate literary reading and conversation with the cross-cultural author of "The Seasoned Woman Speaks", Dr. Theda Palmer ($50) Event Website

(See website for locations) (noon) Every year, a select group of internationally-respected curators are called upon to deliver their personal vision of the newest and most important trends in contemporary photography, each exhibited in their own pavilion and promising to draw the attention of the entire photographic community. ($15) Event Website

(American Airlines Theatre, 227 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018) (8pm) Telling the true-ish story of Sherie Rene Scott's journey from Mennonite to Manhattanite and from bedroom lip-syncher to Broadway semi-star! Featuring songs by David Byrne, Elton John, Mister Rogers, The Supremes, Tom Waits, U2 and Judy Garland, Everyday Rapture is an uplifting and uproarious new musical that asks, is it better to worship...or BE worshipped? Package includes a ticket to the show and admission to the special after party. ($76.50 NYC up & OUT discount: ERUPOUT only valid by phone 212-719-1300) Event Website

(Theaterlab, 137 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011) (8pm) Inspired by French philosopher Julia Kristeva, who argues that we live under a crisis of disappearance and representation which compels us toward silence, paralysis, and ultimately a melancholia of longing. She speaks in favor of "jouissance" (joy) to be discovered through a new vision of being – perhaps through the paradox of the actor’s art. ($20, | Mondays: Pay-What-You-Can) (212.929.2545) [email protected] Event Website

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (6pm) Mix and mingling with the women of OP.LYNX, the women of the JCC, and their friends? Join OP LYNX for a very special evening of new connections, familiar friends, and warm introductions. Of course, you'll enjoy delicious snacks and cocktails, included in admission. Don't miss the women's mixer of the season! RSVP encouraged! ($15/) Event Website

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(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (12PM-5PM) The gay community is still denied certain rights and liberties and as the youth of the community we must continue the fight previous generations started for us! The rally is open to the public but our main target is CUNY Students. It's time we let our voices be heard. Please come and show your support to the community. Bring your family and friends, but most importantly bring your PRIDE! (FREE) [email protected] Event Website

(See website for locations) (Varies see website for details) New York City’s first ever multi-day event celebrating the history, contemporary culture, and artful craft of the cocktail. Part festival, part fête, part conference, part cocktail party, the bringing together the unparalleled talents and opportunities of the bars, bartenders, and restaurants of our great city for five days of activities (Varies) Event Website

(Vig 27, 119 East 27th Street, New York, NY 10016) (7pm) TGIF events include complimentary cocktails, one-year GLAAD memberships, special guest hosts and nightly prize drawings as well as the opportunity to network and meet with like-minded professionals. If you haven't already, purchase a TGIF Series Pass to help GLAAD change hearts and minds across the country. ($35) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8pm) A night of 1950s-inspired music, dancing, and connecting. The GIP and Trans Events Committee present the 5th annual Trans Prom! Dance, meet friends, take pictures on the red carpet, enjoy refreshments, and enter for the King, Queen & GenderQueer Awards! Open to all transgender and gender non-conforming people, their partners and allies. (FREE) Event Website

(West Chelsea Arts Building, 526 West 26th St. (10th & 11th Ave.), New York, NY 10001) (1pm) Visit 7 exhibits of cutting-edge painting, sculpture, electronic media & photography, by gay & lesbian artists and others of interest to a queer sensibility, led by a former gay studies professor and art critic for the New York Blade. While you’re there, socialize with arts-oriented gay men & lesbians! ($20) (212-946-1548) [email protected] Event Website

(9th Ave from 37th St to 57th St) (9:30am - 6:30pm) A New York City tradition you can't miss! Experience the delightful taste of various cuisines from different counrties like Poland, Italy, Spain, Greece, Asia and many others. Celebrating the joys of ethnicity through food, entertainment, and every kind of street fair stall. (FREE) Event Website

(Duane @ Greenwich Sts.) (11:30am) Each year foodies and families descend on Tribeca for an extraordinary culinary experience. Taste of Tribeca brings together 60 of the neighborhood's finest restaurants for one day of eating, drinking and family fun. Sample delights from favorite restaurants such as Tribeca Grill, Bouley, Blaue Gans, City Hall, The Palm Tribeca, Landmarc and many, many more. Rain or shone event. ($35) Event Website

(Club H Fitness, 423 West 55th Street, bet. 9th & 10th, New York, NY 10019) (10am, 11am, and 12Noon) 3 spectacular Rebounding classes featuring our hottest instructors, a live DJ, entertainment by Broadway dancers, New York’s best drag queens, surprise celebs and more! Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS ($35 donation) [email protected] Event Website

(Big Apple Ranch, 39 West 19th St, New York, NY 10011) (8pm) Big Apple Ranch sparkles and shines with a new event -- Rhinestone Cowboygirl. Dust off those western shirts, shine your boots, and get on the dance floor. Get out the Bedazzler, pile on the rhinestones, sequins and fringe, and shimmy on down to a benefit for the LGBT Law Project. Beginning two-step lesson at 8, line dance lesson at 8:30, dancing from 9pm-1am. ($10 includes lesson) Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (7:30am) 45,000 participants raised $5.6 million in 2009....let's beat that number in 2010! The AIDS Walk allows GMHC toprovide the resources needed to continue to meet the increasing demand for vital prevention,care, and advocacy services. The NY AIDS Walk has grown into the largest AIDSfundraising event in the entire world. Event Website

(LQ-NY, 511 Lexington Avenue (@ 48th Street), New York, NY 10021) (3:30pm) DJ Susan Levine promises the best of the old and new dance music for the good company of women of all ages/backgrounds, singles, couples, groups. The Dance Raffle, as usual, offers a big cash prize to the first place winner, and special treats to the second and third place winners. ($20 at the door $25) Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (4pm) Opening Day....Here in New York, it's "Liberty for All" so come out and watch as the New York Liberty take on the brightest and best that the WNBA has to offer! ($10+) Event Website

(West Side YMCA, The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theater, 5 West 63rd Street, New York, NY 10023) (6 & 8pm) These fierce young LGBT artists reveal their dreams and struggles, fears and triumphs through exhilarating dance, cutting-edge spoken word, and hits by Whitney Houston, Sarah McLachlan, Aretha Franklin, Twisted Sister and many others. Youth Pride Chorus embodies the power and change that are possible when voices unite. ($20-45) Event Website

(ELMO LOUNGE, 156 Seventh Ave., (Btwn 20th & 19th St.), New York, NY 10011) (8pm) Jim Owles Liberal Democratic Club, a City Wide LGBT Democratic club, will be holding their annual awards reception with Master of Ceremonies Hal Sparks, greetings by John Cameron Mitchell. Human Rights Awards presented to Patrick Heusinger, star of Broadway's Next Fall and Gossip Girl, Civil Rights Attorney Yetta Kurland and TONY AWARD nominee Bobby Steggert, star of Yank! and Ragtime. ($75) (212-741-3677) [email protected]

(Webster Hall, 125 East 11th St, New York, NY 10003) (10pm) Members of Antibalas will be featured throughout the night as cast and musicians from the hit Broadway musical FELA! – which was just nominated for 11 Tony awards – will be performing at the ceremony Using the revolutionary blueprint of afrobeat as a launching pad, the dozen-strong members of Antibalas weave a rich tapestry of latin, jazz, classical, funk and soul into their rhythmic, horn-driven mix. Always looking to push their unique sound further. ($15) Event Website

(Feinstein's Loews Regency, 540 Park Ave, New York, NY 10065) (See website for schedule) Ms. Gaynor will bring her incomparable brand of showmanship to the stage in this new musical revue - a glittering multimedia one woman tour-de-force of music and memories from her show-stopping life and career. After decades of television, film and touring, she is excited to make her New York performance debut. This new production, scripted by Ms. Gaynor and conceived and constructed by Emmy® winning producers Rene Reyes and Shane Rosamonda, will feature personal stories as only Mitzi can tell them as well as classic elements of her fabled concert performances along with video footage culled from her television, concert and film work in an all new up-to-date setting. ($$50 +) Event Website

(Senses NY, 138 5th Avenue, 2nd floor, New York, NY 10011) (6:30pm) Enter a haven of relaxation and experience a sampling of luxury services – manicure, pedicure, hand reflexology – by a diverse team of experts. Enjoy cocktails, hor d’ oeuvres and the music of DJ Stacy Ledwith. Meet and greet GLAAD's Leadership Council ambassadors who work locally to monitor the media, increase awareness and build the support necessary to implement GLAAD’s national and international programs. GLAAD ($75 (includes Spa services)) Event Website

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(Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020) (8pm) The one and only Diana Ross will bring her "More Today than Yesterday" tour. The legendary icon will perform her greatest hits and pull out all the stops with breathtaking costumes and stage designs, along with a live string and horn section. ($54.50+) Event Website

(Laurie Beechman Theatre/Westbank Café, 407 W. 42nd Street between 9th and 10th, Subway: ACE to 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (Varies see website for details) The show centers on washed-up buxom porn kitten Busty Jane Hardon and her wheelchair-bound brother, Branch Hardon, the original gay porn video "power bottom". Hiding away in their black lacquer and Nagle-filled West Hollywood condo, the two ex-porn stars seem to have stopped their Swatch watches at the peak of their fame and success in the high-gloss, day-glo Eighties. Living in a delusional and dysfunctional world of faded memories and dusty dreams, the superstar siblings find day-to-day life as hard to figure out as a Rubik’s cube. When Branch’s plans to sell their condo throws a wrench into Busty Jane’s big comeback, the broken down has-been loses it... and the old school New Wave shit hits the fan! ($22.50 Cover) Event Website

(GREENHOUSE, 150 Varick Street, New York, NY 10012) (6pm) Join host John Polly for an exclusive night of must-see short films from LOGO's own library - and personally selected by John for this special evening. The entire club will be reserved just for OP and OUT@MTVN with 2-4-1 drinks. You can mix, mingle, and meet up while seeing some of the best in gay film. (Members Free/ $10 Non members) Event Website

(Madision Avenue Baptist Church, 31st and Madison, New York, NY 10016) (7pm) Presented by the Trios Concert Series. The exciting trio of singers, Julia Mintzer, Christopher Preston Thompson and Edd Clark will share the program, and sing the music of Ernest Chausson, Ralph Vaughn Williams, Hugo Wolf, Mohammed Fairouz, and Paul Stephan to create an evening of their favorite art songs. ($10 suggested donation) Event Website

(LGBT Center, 208 W. 13th st., new york, NY 10011) (6:00 PM) Offering a summer share? Seeking a share? Meet your match and enjoy beverage bargains at the Center. Whatever your budget, find tempting offerings in every category -- quarter-share, half-share, full share. A share offers you a superior experience and the happy option of sharing meal costs. LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th Street, Manhattan (Share Seeker $15; Share Offeror $40) (212.620.7310) [email protected] Event Website

(Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020) (9:30 am & 1:30 pm) His Holiness the Dalai Lama will teach Nagarjuna's Commentary on Bodhicitta and A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life, by Shantideva. An awakening mind - Bodhicitta - is a determination to attain the enlightened state of Buddhahood in order to benefit all sentient beings. ($100+) Event Website

(Sideshows by the Seashore Theater & Coney Island Museum, 3006 West 12th St & 1208 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224) (9pm) Brilliant. Amazing. Award-winning. World-renowned.  These are just a few of the superlatives that describe BB Heart, Jo Boobs, Legs Malone, and Peekaboo Pointe. But have you ever wondered what insanity lies beneath all that talent, all that sexiness, all those beautiful outfits, all those clever concepts? ($10) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Financial Coach Dana Skallman and Beyond Procrastination Coach Renate Reimann, Ph.D present this workshop on how to keep your financial house in order. If your financial life is a source of anxiety and stress, find out how to overcome your procrastination and gain financial peace of mind. Remember, you don’t need to be rich to be financially independent! ($10) Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (9:30pm) If you like your comedy hot and gay, then we have the showcase for you- it’s Hot Gay Comix! You’ll get a nice healthy dose of some of the funniest gay and lesbian comedians in New York. You don’t have to be gay to have a happy ending; you just have to have a sense of humor. Featuring Adam Sank (Last Comic Standing), Jessica Kirson (The Tonight Show with Jay Leno), and Bob Smith (the first openly gay comic on The Tonight Show)*. This show is going to be a gay old time! ($15/$20) Event Website

(Ars Nova, 511 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019) (Doors open 7:30pm) NYC's rowdiest variety show, put on by the gang at Ars Nova. Stop by a Showgasm for a free night of comedy, music, theater, burlesque, vaudeville and a whole lot more. You can also get your Nova fix from the comfort of your own home by subscribing to the Showgasm podcast in iTunes! Still confused? (FREE) Event Website

(See website for locations) (See website for schedule) The 3rd Annual Best of the West is New Taste’s signature event that will feature flavors to stimulate your palate and set your taste buds soaring. Featuring over 40 of the Upper West Side's most celebrated chefs as well as a few special guest chefs, sharing their signature dishes as well as over 20 wineries, cocktails, a 17-piece orchestra, and much more! (Varies by event) Event Website

(Starts at Union Square) (1pm) Nearly 5,000 dancers and scores of supporters decend on the streets of Manhattan in celebration of culture, community and the art of movement. Over 70 styles of dance, over 200 dance organizations, and over 10 thousand dancers will converge on the streets of New York City for a free outdoor dance parade and festival! Event Website

(Merkin Concert Hall, 129 West 67th Street, New York, NY 10023) (8:30 pm) Lesbian conductor Cynthia Powell conducts Melodia Women’s Choir’s 32 singers, in a performance of luscious and rarely-performed romantic works for women’s voices by Fanny Hensel Mendelssohn, Robert Schumann, Brahms and Rachmaninoff. Plus songs by Azerbaijan's most beloved composer Tofig Guliyev, Naila Aziz, soloist, blending Middle Eastern vocal techniques with Western choral singing. Piano interlude featuring works by Clara Schumann and Robert Schumann. With Taisiya Pushkar, piano. ($20 advance, $25 at door (sen/stu $15 advance)) Event Website

(Dorney Park, Allentown, PA.) (7:30pm) Joyride is the first ever LGBT event at Dorney Park in Allentown, PA. Joyride promises to be a unique event for the queer community and it's allies in NY/NJ/PA and beyond. Just an hour or so away from NYC, this will be a getaway like no other. Spend the night enjoying the park and just be yourself! DJ Hex Hector will spin a set just as thrilling as the park itself. ($30) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8pm) It’s speed-dating with a unique twist: answer four questions about your interests, values, and lifestyle, and get assigned to four different groups of men who gave answers similar to yours. Also meet guys one-on-one in a free mingling period. Finally, write a list of the men you want to date, and minutes later you find out your mutual matches. Boyfriend Material is a fun, unique way to meet men you are compatible with. ($20) (212-971-1084) [email protected] Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (12 noon) The NYC contingent joins the nationwide Harvey Milk Day of Action in marching for full federal equality, beginning at the LGBT Center in Manhattan with rallies along the way - including Union Square, St. Vincent's Hospital, an Army Recruiting Center, Marriage Bureau and more, ending at City Hall. The aim is to highlight the many ways that LGBTQI people are oppressed, targeted, and exploited. From hate crimes to discrimination - "We don't want special rights, we want equal rights!" (FREE) (1-866-505-0998) Event Website

(USTA BJK National Tennis Center (Flushing Meadow), 12402 Roosevelt Ave,, New York, NY 11368) (7pm - 12am) Join Metropolitan Tennis Group (MTG) for “Love, Love” Membership Night. MTG welcomes new and current members to participate in this special membership appreciation night with round-robin formatted party. New and current members will contend against one another for a fun evening of tennis and solidarity. FREE entry to Summer Ladder and Door Prizes available. ($35.00 members, $42.00 non-members) (646.417.0910) [email protected] Event Website

(La Cascatella, 2 Dellwood Rd, Bronxville, NY 10708) (3 - 9pm) Join the NYCGMC at this annual spring garden party and fundraiser. Take in the lush gardens, stone terraces and verandas of an historic 1919 Mediterranean-style home, along with live entertainment, romantic dining and an open bar. ($60) Event Website

(Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th St, New York, NY 10011) (11am-5pm) Featuring pet product and service vendors, celebrity guests, pet industry experts and activities all designed to help you enhance the quality of life of your pet. Browse more than 65 companies that manufacture dog and cat products targeted for the city-dwelling pet owner. Cesar Millan of National Geographic Channel's The Dog Whisperer will be at the show on Saturday. Dogs and cats are welcome, so bring your pets! ($10-20) Event Website

(Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10027) (3pm) Presenting a newly commissioned men’s choral work, Prothalamia, comprising songs and odes exploring marriage equality, composed by two prominent award-winning American composers, Charles Norman Mason and Dorothy Hindman. The chorus will also perform works from Heitor Villa-Lobos, Claude-Michel Schönberg, Morten Lauridsen, and Randall Thompson. ($25) Event Website

(Inwood Hill Park, 218th Street and Indian Road, 4 blocks west of Broadway, New York, NY 10040) (11am - 6pm) The Native American Festival features Manhattan's only open air pow wow, which is a celebratory gathering of Native American people. This year the host drums will be Heyna Second Sons and the Silver Cloud. (FREE) Event Website

(Pier I, West 70th Street @ Hudson River, New York, NY 10023) (11am) Moms rock! Celebrate mothers and the people who love them at the annual music and art-filled afternoon featuring mom bands (FREE) Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (4pm) Here in New York, it's "Liberty for All" so come out and watch as the New York Liberty take on the brightest and best that the WNBA has to offer! ($10+) Event Website

(New York Public Library, Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018) (6pm) Cultural historian Dr. Steven Watson will moderate a book presentation and panel discussion focused on the new publication, The Autobiography and Sex Life of Andy Warhol, a collection of intimate interviews with Warhol's closest associates, friends and his superstars. (FREE) Event Website

(Times Square Arts Center, 669 Eigth Ave, New York, NY 10036) (6:30 pm) Talent show styled after American Idol with celebrity judges: John Tartaglia, Dr Ruth and Leslie Jordan QSAC - a NY autism services agency ($25 to $150.) (212-244-5562) [email protected] Event Website

(Gotham Hall, 1356 Broadway, New York, NY 10018) (6-10 p.m.) The seventh annual gala in New York to benefit the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network and honor the individual and corporate leaders who have helped propel GLSEN's vision to make schools safe for all America's students. This year's honorees: Cyndi Lauper, Pfizer, American Express, and Dechman/Mercure for their commitment to all of America's students, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. ($1,000) Event Website

(Cipriani’s, 200 Fifth Ave at 23rd St, New York, NY 10010) (6:30pm) This one-night-only black tie musical theatre event includes a cocktail reception, silent auction, seated dinner and show. This year’s Gala performance will feature the incomparable Bernadette Peters, performing from her extensive repertoire of classic and contemporary songs.

(David H. Koch Theater, @ Lincoln Center, Broadway at 64th Street, New York, NY 10023) (5-10pm) This is America's premier wine and restaurant tasting event, featuring more than 500 wines and spirits from around the world and culinary creations from more than 30 top-rated local restaurants. The event will also feature live music, making it the perfect night out! ($109-$189) Event Website

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (7pm) Come celebrate the publication of Keep Your Wives Away From Them: Orthodox Women, Unorthodox Desires. The book tells the stories of 14 women, once or still Orthodox, and their journeys in the LBTQ world. It is a story about reconciling queerness with Orthodox Judaism. Writers will read from their works. Wine, snacks and music. (FREE) Event Website

(William Bennett Gallery, 65 Greene Street, New York, NY 10012) (6:30) An evening of cocktails and hors d'oeuvre as they toast to the continued growth of Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund and celebrate the contributions of everyone who has helped to make it a success. ($25+) Event Website

(Church of St. Ann and the Holy Trinity, 157 Montague Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201) (8pm) Presenting a newly commissioned men’s choral work, Prothalamia, comprising songs and odes exploring marriage equality, composed by two prominent award-winning American composers, Charles Norman Mason and Dorothy Hindman. The chorus will also perform works from Heitor Villa-Lobos, Claude-Michel Schönberg, Morten Lauridsen, and Randall Thompson ($25) Event Website

(See website for location) (7pm) GLAD is changing the national landscape for LGBT equality. Hear about their far-reaching work: Challenging DOMA, update on recent developments; Establishing cutting edge strategy for transgender rights; HIV/AIDS and youth work. Gay & Lesbian Advocates % Defenders ($125)

(7 West New York, 7 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001) (9am - 5pm) Featuring Eco innovation and sustainable Design from all over the world! A high-end marketplace that serves as a showcase for environmentally friendly companies, services and destinations. Eco Friendly Expo is bringing Green to a Grand New Level ($10) Event Website

(Hudson Guild Theatre, 441 West 26th St, New York, NY 10001) (6 & 8pm) When you think of home, what feelings, associations, and memories arise for you? TAYPE invited eight exceptionally talented young people from across the rainbow spectrum of LGBTS experience to spend several months together exploring this question. Home is a favorite dogwood tree in the backyard. Home is the fragments of memory and shards of relationships we carry with us wherever we go. And Home can also be found when we create theatre together. Home/AWAY is a theatrical response to all these experiences of home. (Openning Night Gala $50 Th - Sa FREE) Event Website

(Intrepid Museum, Pier 86, 12th Ave & 46th St, New York, NY 10036) Since 1984, NYC has dedicated one week every year to hosting thousands of military personnel from Navy and Coast Guard ships, all ready to show off their skills. Watch the military battle it out in the famous Tug of War. Join in for the annual Memorial Day ceremony on the Intepid's Flight Deck and the unfurling of the 100-foot-long American Flag. (Varies with event) Event Website

(Sideshows by the Seashore Theater & Coney Island Museum, 3006 West 12th St & 1208 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224) (9pm) Brooklyn is famous for many things: hipsters, a bridge or two, the Dodgers - and of course, Neil Diamond. Nasty Burlesque brings THE JAZZ STRIPPER to Coney Island's Burlesque At The Beach for a night of tassel-twirling tributes to the greatest singer-songwriter ever to come out of Kings County. Starring Nasty Canasta, and featuring Creamy Stevens, Gal Friday, Sapphire Jones, Bastard Keith and Tigger! ($10) (718-372-5159) [email protected] Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) The 2010 Summer Concert Series returns to the Rumsey Playfield, where music's biggest names will perform live every Friday. Friday: May 28 Sugarland, Jun 4 Diddy-- Dirty Money; Jun 11, Norah Jones & Sarah McLachlan, Jun 18, Miley Cyrus; Jun 25 Alicia Keys, Jul 2 , Mary J. Blige; Jul 16, The GO-GO'S; Jul 23, Sheryl Crow; Jul 30, Black Eyed Peas, Aug 13, Jonas Brothers and Demi Lovato, Camp Rock 2; Aug, 20 Rihanna, ;Aug 27, Lady Antebellum Event Website

(East 10th St & 1st Ave) (See website for schedule) Outdoors on E. 10th Street & 1st Avenue. Plays, Music, Dance, Poetry, Comedy and More in the Johnson Theater and the Cabaret Theater Performances every night (FREE) Event Website

(starts @ E10th St & extends south along the east side of Washington Sq Park) (FREE) This event showcases fine artists and craft artisans from around the New York metropolitan area, the nation and the world. Attendees come from all over and are a cosmopolitan mix, including art lovers, tourists, faculty and students from the area's many schools and professionals such as interior designers. (noon - 6pm) Event Website

(Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012) (6:30pm) Linda and Murray have all sorts of new twists and surprises in store for their Saturday night of fun, including interactive "challenge games" and prize-winning "secret numbers." But the basic format stays the same: Get five numbers in a row and you’re a Bingo winner. Or should we say Le Winner. As players compete they can enjoy a full bar and food menu Event Website

(Joe's Pub, 425 Lafayette, New York, NY 10003) (9:30pm) The show explores a normal day in the life of celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton. Well, were it not for the plans of evil Islamic terrorists and Kathy Griffin. Throughout the course of the day, Perez must wrestle with the demons of love, ego and celebrity, all whilst saving Los Angeles from an imminent nuclear disaster. ($20) Event Website

(Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020) (8pm) Conan O'Brien will bring his aptly titled "Legally Prohibited from Being Funny on Television" and will include longtime sidekick Andy Richter and the former Tonight Show band. It promises to be a night of music, comedy, hugging, and the occasional awkward silence. ($44+) Event Website