June 2010

(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

(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

(See website for different venues) (See website for details) A weeklong exploration of science, from cutting-edge research to works in theatre, film, and the arts inspired by science Event Website

(USTA BJK National Tennis Center (Flushing Meadow), 12402 Roosevelt Ave,, New York, NY 11368) (8am/TBD) Metropolitan Tennis Group, proudly presents the Liberty Open. The GLTA-sanctioned tournament is played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, home to the US Open. Last year's tournament was named 2009 GLTA Tournament of the Year! Players from across the US and from around the world come to experience the courts where tennis greats Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Justine Henin and Andy Roddick have played. This invitational is open to all tennis enthusiasts! Enter early to reserve your spot! Application information below. ($120) Event Website

(The Greene Space, 44 Charlton St, New York, NY 10014) (7pm) Join WNYC's Richard Hake for an LGBT Networking Event. Tickets include hors d'oeuvres and drinks. Co-presented by WNYC and The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce LGBT Business Committee and Out Professionals ($40) Event Website

(Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th St, New York, NY 10012) (7:pm) Jeffrey Hopkins, Buddhist scholar and author of Sex, Orgasm, and the Mind of Clear Light: The Sixty-four Arts of Gay Male Love, charts a personal course as a gay man in a Buddhist world. ($20.00) ((212)620-5000) [email protected] Event Website

(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

(New York Public Library, Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018) (7pm) The Inspiration Gala, a new amfAR event series produced by Josh Wood Productions, is a celebration of men's style that will benefit the Foundation's innovative AIDS research programs. The design inspiration for 2010 is “Black Tie//Black Leather.” Each of the major designers who are participating will donate a piece inspired by the “Black Tie//Black Leather” theme to be presented in a runway show. The designers’ items will then be auctioned off, with proceeds benefiting amfAR. ($500) Event Website

(B. B. King Blues Club and Grill, 237 West 42nd St, New York, NY 10036) (8pm) 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. Belting out classic rhythm and blues renditions, pop standards and spiritual sonnets have created the unique platform of versatility that Ms. Patti is known and revered for. ($150) Event Website

(SVA Theatre, 333 West 23rd St, New York, NY 10011) (See website for schedule) NewFest has been NYC’s premier forum of international LGBT film since 1988. Each year, t providing a professional and public context for the presentation of innovative and challenging films from over 30 countries and reaches a dedicated audience of NYC’s film lovers, filmmakers, industry representatives, and journalists! (Varies) Event Website

(HERE Arts Center, 145 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10013) (8:30) Each year, a dozen or so 30-something Japanese women go to Paris on vacation, only to lose their minds. The six women of Ex.Pgirl take you on a madcap journey to their 'Paris': a riotous world of delusion and wild disappointment. ($18) Event Website

(Ty's Bar, 114 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014) (7pm) Bike Blessing with a lot of hot bikes (and the guys ain't bad either!) Open to all Bikers, Buddies & Admirers! If you would like to get your bike blessed/christened, please register for this event! N/A (FREE) (212.929.4390) [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

(Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, 5th to 7th Aves, 47 to 51st Sts, New York, NY 10111) For its 15th season the Today Show is bringing some of the biggest names in the music to rock the Plaza, Jun 4 Justin Bieber, Jun 8 - Christina Aguilera, Jun 11 Rascal Flatts, Jun 18 James Taylor and Carole King, Jun 25 Maxwell, Jul 2 Maroon 5, Jul 9 Lady Gaga, Jul 16 Enrique Iglesias, Jul 23 John Mayer, Jul 30 Carrie Underwood, Aug 6 Train, Aug 13 Ke$ha, Aug 20 Keith Urban, Aug 27 Katy Perry. Event Website

(Isabella Freedman Retreat Center, Falls Village, CT) Nehirim East is Nehirim’s flagship retreat, bringing together 140+ LGBT Jews from around the country. The Nehirim spiritual retreat is a warm, fun, and diverse gathering where you can connect with your community, relax and refresh, and explore your spiritual path. Event Website

(Congregation Rodeph Sholom, 7 West 83rd St, New York, NY 10024) (7:30pm) Schmooze with 250 of your fellow GLBT Jews, celebrate Shabbat and its traditional rituals and eat a delicious kosher meal. If you are single, this dinner will be a wonderful place to find a nice Jewish girl/boyfriend. If you are coupled, there is plenty of schmoozing and fun as well. Before dinner, join Rodeph Sholom for its 14th Annual GLBT Pride Shabbat Service at 6pm. RESERVATIONS & PREPAYMENT ARE REQUIRED (reserve at www.jccmanhattan.org/lgbtq ($38 ($25 student) before 1 June; $45 ($30 students) thereafter) 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

(See website for locations) (5:30pm) Join Executive Director Kevin Cathcart and fellow Lambda Legal supporters for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the Hamptons at the lovely home of Mitch Draizin and Philippe Brugere-Trelat. 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

(Bookstore Cafe, 126 Crosby St, New York, NY 10012) (10am - 6pm) Bargain hunters take note! All CDs, records and books at this outdoor sale are $1, and $20 buys you a bag with all the clothes you can fit in it. Digging for deals can get tiring, but you can refuel on barbecue and Sixpoint beer. (FREE) Event Website

(Staten Island LGBT Center, 25 Victory Blvd, Third Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301) (noon-5pm) Robin Garber and Dr. Kathleen Cumiskey have been selected as the grand marshals and will lead the parade. The festival is in Tompkinsville Park, at the corner of Victory Boulevard and Bay Street. Food, music and entertainment, coupled with community resources, information tables and vendor tables, will be available throughout the day. (FREE) (718 808-1360) [email protected] Event Website

(Sweet Life Cafe, 147 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014) (10am) Meet-up with your bike where we'll lead a guided, formation ride from NYC to our 'secret hideout' in Flemington, NJ where we’ll enjoy our famous BBQ, sunbathing, swimming and brotherhood! Please register for this event if you're planning on attending so we know how much beer/food to get! (FREE) (212.929.4390) [email protected] Event Website

(Don't Tell Mama, 343 West 46th Street, New York, NY 10036) (8:30pm) Starring Tommy Femia Award Winning Impersonation. Special Guest Star: Christine ($20.00 cover charge/ 2 drink minimum) Event Website

(Asbury Park, NJ) (Noon) Pride as a space within the festival to celebrate individual and planetary wellness, to discuss the LGBTQI community's connection to other social justice struggles around the globe, and to celebrate the voices of our grassroots community members through an open reading session, and a community circle. Festival also includes Annual 'Ride with Pride' Cycling Event, Event Website

(85th St & 37th Ave, Jackson Hts,) (11am - 6pm Festival, 7:30pm Parade) March down 37th Avenue in the heart of Jackson Heights, followed by the jubilant sights and sounds of our Multicultural Street Festival on 75th Street at the end of the parade route. Our events have an attendance of over 50,000 guests. Event Website

(TRIAD THEATER, 158 W. 72ND ST, New York, NY 10023, 212-362-2590) (8pm) This series of essays takes the audience on the journey I took to become a father -- and how it's changed my relationships -- my marriage -- and my concept of myself. ($10 + a 2 drink minimum) Event Website

(Check website for locations) This is a week long celebration of the LGBTIQ Community in and around Newark, NJ. Most events are free, please stay tuned to our website. (FREE) [email protected] Event Website

(W 46th St btw Broadway & 9th Ave.) Experience "tastes" of delicious signature dishes from Times Square's best restaurants, enjoy classic New York street performers, and catch top-notch local entertainment. Food fanatics have long known that "Taste of Times Square" represents a great gastronomic value, offering the opportunity to sample gourmet international cuisine for just a few dollars per dish (FREE) Event Website

(New York Public Library, Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018) John Waters, is a paean to the power of subversive inspiration that will delight, amuse, enrich—and happily horrify readers everywhere. Role Models is, in fact, a self-portrait told through intimate profiles of favorite personalities—some famous, some unknown, some criminal, some surprisingly middle-of-the-road. ($15-25)

(Starts @ Fifth Ave @ 104th St to 82nd St) (6pm) One day a year, nine of the country's finest museums, all ones that call Fifth Avenue home, collectively open their doors from 6pm - 9pm for free to New Yorkers and visitors for a mile-long block party and visual art celebration. This traffic-free, music- and art-filled celebration fills the street and sidewalks of Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 105th street, the mile now officially designated as Museum Mile. Over 50,000 visitors attend the festival annually In celebration of their 40th anniversary, El Museo del Barrio will kick-off the Festival at 5:45pm on the steps of their museum at 104th street! Event Website

(AXA Equitable Center, 787 7th Ave, New York, NY 10021) (6:30pm) Honoring the shared commitment to equality for LGBT and HIV-positive immigrants and their families. For one incredible evening, the entire Immigration Equality family comes together — the pro bono legal community, business community partners, and their loyal supporters. ($200) Event Website

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (7pm) Award-winning movies and provocative conversations reflecting on Jewish/Israeli society as a whole. Themes of family, tradition and community address critical issues which relate to society at large. Presented with NewFest. ($8/ non member $10) Event Website

(Ars Nova, 511 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019) (8pm.) With MICAH BUCEY and NICHOLAS WILLIAMS. A show on the Great White Way! Armed with a piano and a trumpet, these two harmonizing homos concoct tuneful tales of lesbian sharks, sweatshop laborers, star-crossed psychiatric patients and everything in between. ($15) Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (6-10pm) City Parks Foundation will welcome guests to the SummerStage 25th Anniversary Celebration, an annual fundraising benefit, to support CPF’s free year-round arts programming. Event Website

(Laurie Beechman Theatre/Westbank Café, 407 W. 42nd Street between 9th and 10th, Subway: ACE to 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (7pm) The show features direction by 2010 MAC Award winner Lennie Watts and musical direction by multiple award winner Steven Ray Watkins. ($20 cover, $15 food/beverage minimum) Event Website

(Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th St, New York, NY 10012) (7pm) This program features a screening of the film-in-progress Ma & Yi by visual Anthropologist Liu Yi. Ma and Yi are lovers. Yi is of an ethnic group once predominantly animist. Her girlfriend Ma is Muslim. Ma & Yi looks at the realtionship of these two women living in a country whose official stance on same-sex-relationships seems to be "no approval, no disapproval, and no promotion." ($20.00) ((212)620-5000) [email protected] Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (7pm) Inspired by Howard Zinn's books A People’s History of the United States and Voices of a People's History of the United States. The film features the actual words of rebels, dissenters, and visionaries including Frederick Douglass, Susan B. Anthony, Bob Dylan, Langston Hughes, Chief Joseph, Muhammad Ali, and many others. These dramatic moments from our history are brought to life by a group of remarkable people. ($15) [email protected] Event Website

(Credit Suisse, 11 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10010) (6pm Cocktail Reception, 7pm Screening Program) Credit Suisse and In The Life Media cordially invite you to attend a special June Pride screening of Exporting Hate. In 2009, the Ugandan Parliamentary proposed an anti-homosexuality bill that would impose the death penalty on serial offenders of homosexual acts. IN THE LIFE focuses on the man behind the bill and his supporters, and exposes the political and financial influence used by powerful conservatives in the U.S. to export their anti-gay agenda overseas. (FREE) [email protected] Event Website

(St. Peter's Church, 346 West 20th St, New York, NY 10011) (Th-Sa 7:30pm, Su 4:30pm) It’s Spain 1930, before the Spanish Civil War. Farmers and peasants barely get by, and the middle class is making inroads toward obtaining more political power. On an estate outside Seville, Count Almaviva has designs on Figaro’s bride-to-be, Susanna. Is it only three years since the Count vowed to love Rosina? What will become of The Countess, once loved, then betrayed, and now abandoned? How Figaro and his clever Susanna bring all to a convivial resolution? Fully staged and costumed (GA $40) Event Website

(Stage Left Studio, 438 W 37th Street 5A, New York, NY 10018) (7pm) A gender-bending, musical retelling of a classic tale, a hilariously gay romp around town. GMHC and Bailey House ($20) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (7PM) As the nation’s first gay and lesbian chorus, the Stonewall Chorale performs music of artistic integrity, providing pride and place to our volunteer membership while offering high quality performances to the wider community at large. Through our performances we convey our love for music, the beauty of diversity, the power of community, and a commitment to uphold the highest artistic ideals in choral performance. Event Website

(Trinity Episcopal Church Princeton, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ 08540) (8pm) There's been a murder at the NJ Gay Men's Chorus! Whodunit? Was it the conductor? The blond? The musclebear? Join us for the musical answer! ($20 in advance, $15 for students & seniors, tickets are $25 at the door.) (732-579-8449) [email protected] Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (7:30pm) 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+)

(Madame X, 94 W. Houston St., New York, NY 10012) (8 pm) Top male stars in New York burlesque and alternative performance take the stage for a special celebration of the works of Great Women Writers - scheduled to include Dorothy Parker, Penny Arcade, Anaïs Nin, Virginia Woolf, Mary Shelly, Sylvia Plath, and more. Albert Cadabra, Mancandy, Tigger! and Machine Dazzle join hosts Jonny Porkpie and Nasty Canasta in this nude salute to literary ladies. ($20 - $25) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (7 pm) Taking Issues is an evening of short plays written by the Village Playwrights, New York's LGBTQ playwrights collective. Taking Issues takes a look at some of the issues that are beginning to effect today’s LGBTQ community. ($15) (718-381-1487) [email protected] Event Website

(Grey Gardens, the iconic East Hampton estate) (6 pm) This event is a chance for friends and supporters of Hetrick-Martin to celebrate the accomplishments and recognize the challenges of the past year for the agency and the over 1,200 LGBTQ young people we serve annually. The Hetrick-Martin Institute ($250+) Event Website

(Hamilton Fire Company, 10 Jumping Brook Road, Neptune, NJ 07753) (8pm) There's been a murder at the NJ Gay Men's Chorus! Whodunit? Was it the conductor? The blond? The musclebear? Join us for the musical answer! ($20 in advance, $15 for students & seniors, tickets are $25 at the door.) (732-579-8449) [email protected] Event Website

(Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th St, New York, NY 10025) (8pm) Do you know the Light? Join us for a special night filled with praise as Lavender Light presents "Shout!". Entering its 25th successful season, Lavender Light, the nation's first Lesbian and Gay Gospel Choir, continues its mission to educate, entertain and uplift through song. Led by its celebrated artistic director, Ray Gordon, Lavender Light will present a soul-stirring selection of traditional and contemporary gospel music that will have you dancing, singing, praising and shouting! Step into the light and get your praise on! ($28) Event Website

(Madison Square Park, 23rd St and Madison Ave, New York, NY 10011) (11am - 6pm) The weekend-long event takes place every June and brings together the country’s top pitmasters who cook up their award-winning food for over a hundred thousand barbecue enthusiasts. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Madison Square Park, the Big Apple Barbecue Block Party attracts people from near and far to sustain and celebrate America’s authentic culinary and musical traditions. ($8 per plate) Event Website

(Prospect Park West & 15th St) (11am - 6pm Festival, 7:30pm Parade) A colorful and very important gay celebration, local gay people, organizations, businesses, friends and supporters of equal human rights can come together in solidarity and celebration and bring visibility to the multicultural Brooklyn gay community. Event Website

(West 23rd Street, between 11th & 12th Avenues;) (5pm) It’s not exactly theater, but it sure as hell is something to see. Using the city as their stage, packs of naked cyclists will take to the streets in protest of the overuse of cars. Event Website

(Whyte Hall, Fire Island Pines, New York, NY 11782) (9pm) "A gold digger, a femme fatale, a sex-crazed she-devil in a red dress: Jane Krakowski toys lightly with such images in her frothy cabaret act," exclaimed the New York Times. Best known for her roles as Elaine Vassal on "Ally McBeal", Jenna Maroney on "30 Rock," and her stage role in "Nine," Jane Krakowski’s performance, just for us, is sure to be a sensation ($100+) Event Website

(CBS) (8pm) There’s a little bit of Broadway in everyone. Event Website

(Kraine Theatre, 85 East 4th St, New York, NY 10003) (Sundays 8pm) Four women over 60 (Blanchette; Dorthea, Roz and Sophie) are spending their golden years together in a bungalow in Miami. But when gay pop superstar Lance Bass moves next door, his loud outdoor sex parties keep the quartet of cheesecake-loving retirees awake. The solution pits the gays against the girls at the annual Shady Oaks Retirement Home Talent Show: if the women win, then no more sex parties; if the gays garner top prize, the sassy seniors must serve as the party's clean-up crew. Singing, dancing and hilarity ensues! ($20) Event Website

(Riverspace Arts Parking Lot, Nyack, NY) (11:30am - -5pm) Enjoy a Gay Day in the Country, filled with family activities, vendors, food, a children’s carnival, music and more! Then choose from a variety of restaurants and shops while you stroll through beautiful downtown Nyack. Special appearance by Singer/songwriter Nhojj, the first black male to win an Out Music Award and Sue Wicks, the former WNBA NY Liberty basketball player. Event Website

(Pier 66, 26th St in Hudson River Park, New York, NY 10011) (noon - 3pm) Celebrating gay pride month, GREEN CHIMNEYS is sponsoring a concert on the Pier with GSX, Athena Reich, Josh Zuckerman & Ariel Aparicio. Also featured: Green Chimneys Gramercy Singers, Power of Song Musicians and Walkabout Clearwater Chorus The NYC Division of Green Chimneys is dedicated to creating safe space for LGBTQ youth who are homeless or in foster care. ($15 donation) [email protected] Event Website

(Municipal Parking lot on Gerard St. opposite the Huntington Post Office) (1pm) The 20th annual Parade and Rally. Speakers, Music and entertainment will be provided for your pleasure. The Festival in the Park is the crown jewel of the Pride Day Celebration. Celebrating the spirit and vitality of the Long Island GLBT Community, the festival truly has something to offer everyone. Event Website

(Abrons Arts Center at Henry Street Settlement, 466 Grand St, New York, NY 10002) (8pm) An honest account of the outrageous life and career of Dirty Martini, one of the originators of New York's neo-burlesque scene. The prolific figures of the neo-burlesque community will all share the stage for a one-night only performance after the screening, hosted by the inestimable MC Murray Hill. ($25) Event Website

(Robert Moss Theater, 440 Lafayette Street 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10003) (See website for schedule) What kind of man proposes marriage on the first date, and what kind of man says “yes”? “Made for Each Other” is drama with comedy about sex, love, and the power of memory. One actor plays a pair of lovers, each with a memory that guides him. ($18) Event Website

(Town Hall, 123 West 43rd, New York, NY 10036) (8pm) The 10th Anniversary Season will end with a special concert in which an all-star cast will perform one song from each of the last 21 years of Broadway history, right up to the present! The concert’s format LITERALLY consists of Broadway by the Year songs from Aspects of Love (1990), Falsettos (1992), Kiss of the SpiderWoman (1993), Ragtime (1998), Wicked (2003), Jersey Boys (2005) as well as songs from 14 more famous shows ($45-55) Event Website

(New York Theatre Workshop, 79 East Fourth Street, New York, NY 10003) (7 pm) A collection of short plays written by America's leading playwrights in support of Marriage Equality Event Website

(Central Park Zoo, 830 5th Ave at East 64th St, New York, NY 10065) (6pm) Walk on the Wild Side is out annual family-friendly event in the Central Park Zoo. Every year, we welcome supporters, staff and their children to a fun-filled and informal celebration of LGBT health and wellness and pride. Food, Fun, Entertainment and of course those fabulous animals! ($75) Event Website

(Angel Orensanz Foundation, 172 Norfolk Street, Off of East Houston Street, New York, NY 10003) (7pm) A collection of short plays written for Marriage Equality by America's leading Playwrights including: Constance Congdon,Tony Kushner, Moises Kaufman, Neil LaBute, Kate Moira Ryan, Doug Wright. With Amy Brenneman, Kathy Najimy, Chris Sieber, B.D. Wong and many more.. Followed by the hottest wedding reception of the season! Human Rights Campaign, Marriage Equality New York & New York Theatre Workshop ($75, $250 & $500) (646-957-9547) [email protected] Event Website

(Union Square, 14th St. @ B'way, New York, NY 10003) (6:30pm) Ali Forney is calling on the members of the LGBT Community, straight allies, and on all decent people who believe that youths should not be thrown to the streets for being LGBT,. Join in the rally to show solidarity, to advocate for local, state, and federal government funding and to advocate for protecting our youth from abuse, rejection, and homelessness.

(City Hall, Civic Center btwn Broadway, Park Row & Chambers St, New York, NY 10007) (5:30pm) NYC Council Speaker Christine Quinn with Council Members, Rosie Mendez, Danny Dromm, Jimmy Van Bramer and the Members of the NYC Council's Celebration of LGBT Pride. Event Website

(El Sol Brilliante Garden, East 12th St, New York, NY 10003) (7pm) Twelfth Annual KlezBiGay Pride show, bringing our full Isle of Klezbos sextet plus reprise MC juggling by Jennifer Miller of Circus Amok! We return this June to the East Village's beautiful El Sol Brilliante Garden: Hope to see you at "KlezBiGay Pride at El Sol Brilliante: Back to the Garden" -- please tell your friends, it's a great time. (FREE & open to the public!) [email protected] Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (8pm) Troubadour Reunion! This show will bring together two of the most beloved singer/songwriters for a rare concert experience. The set list will include a breadth of material including songs they performed during their 1969 debut show at the Troubadour in Los Angeles. ($39.50+) Event Website

(Time Warner Center, 60th & Broadway, New York, NY 10023) (12:30 pm) Join Empire State Pride Agenda Foundation’s seventh annual Equality@Work Awards Luncheon, hosted by Time Warner Inc. Honoring companies and individuals who are working to create an inclusive work environment that respects, welcomes, and supports LGBT professionals and empowers them to realize their full potential. Empire State Pride Agenda Foundation Event Website

(The Vista, 1 Chase Manhattan Plaza, 60th Floor, New York, NY 10005) (6pm) Join Stonewall Community Foundation as they celebrate their 20th Anniversary. The Stonewall Vision Dinner is the Foundation’s opportunity to celebrate individuals who have made a meaningful impact to our community. These are leaders who inspire us to think and act differently – they are leaders who create change! This year honoring Ken Green, President of the Board of Directors, and The True Colors Fund of Stonewall Community Foundation, founded by Cyndi Lauper, Lisa Barbaris and Jonny Podell, as our 2010 Stonewall Visionaries. Stonewall Community Foundation ($500) [email protected] Event Website

(Various locations) Celebrate all things bicycle --Tall Bike Jousting, Track Bikes, BMX, Alleycats, Critical Mass, Bike Polo, Cycling to Recumbents. And what better way to celebrate these lifestyles than through art, film, music and performance? Event Website

(Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th St, New York, NY 10012) (7pm) Living on the bottom rungs of Pakistan's social ladder, eunuch-transvestites known as "Hijras" scrape out a hard existence. Historically Hijras were members of the Mughal Empire court. Today they earn their living as beggars, dancers, and prostitutes. Guru Hijra Bobby and Chicago-based and Pakistan News editor Ifti Nasim will engage in a dialouge about living as a member of Muslim Pakistan's "third gender." ($20.00) ((212)620-5000) [email protected] Event Website

(Madision Avenue Baptist Church, 31st and Madison, New York, NY 10016) (7pm) Trios concert presents “Facets of Love”, a concert program depicting the evolution of love from the most simple to the most exalted. Soprano Karen Rich with husband and musical director Christopher Fecteau explore love from a trio of aspects; “longing” love, “individual” love, and “lasting” love. The evening features music of Valerie Saalbach, Carlyle Floyd, Samuel Barber, Lawrence Rush, Amy Beach, and the premiere of the first composition by conductor and arranger Christopher Fecteau, Anniversarie, a setting of the triumphant poem by John Donne. Mr. Fecteau has arranged the music for an octet of string and woodw ($10 suggested donation)

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (8pm) Express your joy, your inner rhythm, your pride and secret desires. Join us for a very special drum circle with percussion master Shoshana Jedwab celebrating LGBTQ pride month. What better way to live out loud than to make joyful noise with our own bodies. All are welcome- all ages, sexual orientations and experience levels. ($10/$12 non members) Event Website

(Bruno Walter Auditorium, New York Public Library, 111 Amsterdam Avenue (at 65th St), New York, NY 10023) (6pm) The ultimate NYC drag show...on video tape. A wild mash up of over 50 years of rare film and video footage celebrating NYC's vibrant drag scene. The fourth annual Drag Show Video Verite features all new footage including never before publicly screened Super 8mm footage of pre-Stonewall Brooklyn drag balls. Event Website

(Barnes & Noble 66th St, LIncoln Triangle, 1972 Broadway, New York, NY 10023) (5pm) The cast of the hilarious Broadway revival of Lend Me a Tenor, including Anthonty LaPaglia, Tony Shalhoub, Justin Bartha, Jan Maxwell and others, in conversation with theater critic David Cote. Priority seating with purchase of script for signing. (FREE) Event Website

(Baruch Performing Arts Center, 55 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10010) (Fr & Sa 8pm, Su 2pm) The greatest Italian Jewish love story of all time. You will laugh out loud again and again when a nice Italian boy falls in love with a sweet Jewish girl, until her mother finds out and has a heart attack. Oy Vey! Fuhgeddaboudit! Join us on this uproarious journey with their zany, loveable, family and friends as they discover love with lots of laughs. ($34.50+) Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (7:30pm) 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

(CBST, 296 9th Ave, at 28th St, New York, NY 10001) (7pm) Guest speaker Rickke Mananzala. Rickke served as Campaign Coordinator and then Co-Director of FIERCE for almost 4 years until he became Executive Director in January 2008. As a former New Voices Fellow at the Sylvia Rivera Law Project, he worked to develop methods for legal work to increase support for organizing efforts in transgender communities. Rickke currently serves on the National Steering Committee of the Right to the City Alliance as the New York City regional representative. He also served on the Board of the Third Wave Foundation for five years. (Free) (212n-929-9498) [email protected] Event Website

(72nd St. & 5th Ave. @ Rumsey Playfield Central Park) (4PM-8PM) Please join us for the official NYC LGBT Pride Rally! The Rally will feature well-known performers and motivating speakers from the LGBT community to kick-off this year’s Pride Week events. (FREE) Event Website

(Starting at West 21st Street and Surf Avenue) (2pm) A completely original creation of Coney Island, the Mermaid Parade is the nation's largest art parade and one of New York City's greatest summer events. The Mermaid Parade celebrates the sand, the sea, the salt air and the beginning of summer, as well as the history and mythology of Coney Island, Coney Island pride, and artistic self-expression. (FREE) Event Website

(Splash, 50 West 17th St., New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Festivities include Leather Pride Night Auction, an annual event and charity auction that raises money for NY/NJ area organizations. New York's entire leather and fetish community works all year to produce the event. Event Website

(“The Barnyard” the Bridgehampton home of Chad A. L, , Bridgehampton, NY) (6pm) Enoy a gorgeous night in the Hamptons to support the work of God's Love We Deliver. God's Love We Deliver cooks and delivers over 3,400 meals every weekday, to people living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, and all serious illnesses. Our guiding principles are that we will always be there for our sick friends and neighbors in need, we will never have a waiting list, and we will never charge clients for their meals. God's Love We Deliver ($300+) [email protected] Event Website

(Liberty Stae Park, NJ) (June 19 @ noon, Jun 20 @ 6pm) The fifth leg of the 2010 World Championship tour will take place for the first time in New York over the Hudson River at Liberty State Park in Jersey City. Two years in development, the Red Bull Air Race New York will be a highlight race in 2010, and will bring eye-level racing action seen across the globe to one of the world’s finest cities. ($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. A fun, unique way to meet men you are compatible with. ($20) Event Website

(Lincoln Center, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023) (10am - 9pm) For two consecutive weekends, featuring more than 400 top crafters and dealers from across the country. The event will take place outside under the big tents, so come ready to enjoy the perfect summer-day experience, with great handmade art, music, organic foods and much more. (FREE) Event Website

(Governor's Island, Accessible by Battery Maritime Building, Slip 7, New York, NY 10004) (3:30pm - 8pm) Admission allows samplings from over 300 styles of handcrafted beers from more than 100 breweries. Great local foods will be available for purchase, and New York bands will perform throughout the evening. The event is a venerable gumbo of the Empire State’s creativity. ($55) Event Website

(Roseland Ballroom, 239 West 52nd St, New York, NY 10019) (9:30PM & !2 Midnight) This hotly anticipated annual event combines the naughtiness of burlesque and the razzle-dazzle of Broadway and has been a smashing success since its inception in 1992. Created by Jerry Mitchell, the event features the hottest male and female dancers on Broadway and has become one of Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS' signature events. Event Website

(28th St between 10th and 11th Aves) (Noon - Dusk) Named after the famous Folsom Street Fair in San Francisco, the block party has been an instant success, bringing our S/M-Leather-Fetish brothers and sisters together for a great celebration, while raising money to support worthy causes. LGBT Center, the Anti-Violence Project and the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom. ($10) Event Website

(Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012) (10pm) A one-night-only, star-studded event to benefit The Ali Forney Center. Justin Sayre is your host and the Chairman of the I.O.S., a centuries-old secret organization of homosexuals and their friends. Special guest performers for a "gay" romp through politics, sexual and otherwise, social news, musical guests, skits, and so much more. It's a night filled with Homo-Hijinks just in time to kick off the week of Pride. ($25) Event Website

(Clemente Soto Velez Cultural Center, 107 Suffolk Street, New York, NY 10002) (8pm) The launch of a new reading series showcasing the work of emerging writers, several of whom explore LGBT themes. (please see web site for details) Event Website

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (6pm) Garden Party is NYC's official kick-off to Pride Week, raising much-needed funds that allow the Center to keep its doors open 365 days a year. Garden Party attracts over 2,000 friends and supporters and features 40 food participants. As the only LGBT tasting festival in the country, Garden Party is definitely a tasty treat you will not want to miss this year. ($125) Event Website

(Times Square, B'way & 7th Ave) (7:30am-8:30pm) finding peace and tranquility in the midst of world's most commotion-packed urban city. "Mind Over Madness Yoga" will hold classes all day long, from 7:30 am to 8:30 pm, with separate sessions for beginner, intermediate and advanced. Be sure to register early for free gifts! See the website for details. (FREE) Event Website

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (7:30pm) 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

(Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th St, New York, NY 10011) (6:30pm) Summer in the City is a restaurant tasting and cocktail party that provides guests with the opportunity to see some of the city’s hottest chefs and cocktail artists in action. Wines will be provided by Empire Merchants, coffee by Nespresso and beer by Heartland Brewery. Summer in the City is Generation Harvest’s biggest fundraising event of the year and is attended by New York City’s young philanthropists and tastemakers. Event Website

(Feinstein's Loews Regency, 540 Park Ave, New York, NY 10065) (Tu-Th 8:30pm, Fr & Sa 8 & 10:30) The show will feature Mr. Cumming’s tales of being a Scotsman abroad and favorite songs, including selections from his CD “I Bought a Blue Car Today” and some original compositions. This intimate, emotional evening that according to the New York Times “exudes the fabulousness of a brash showbiz kid” features Music Director Lance Horne on piano and Yair Evnine on cello. ($50+) Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (7:30pm) The 105th year of Free Concerts. No tickets issued. 700 seats provided on a first come first serve basis. Benches around Concert Ground also available. (FREE) Event Website

(Barnes & Noble 82nd St, 2289 Broadway at 82nd St, New York, NY 10024) (7pm) Join the author with three of his interviewees: Rabbi Sharon Kleinbaum, Professor Anthony Appiah, and Carl Siciliano, Executive Director of the Ali Forney Center for a panel conversation. Event Website

(Various locations) (See website for details) The NYC Food Film Festival is a multi-sensory experience where filmgoers are able to watch food films then sample the food portrayed in those films. Event Website

(JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave at 76th St, New York, NY 10023, 646-505-4444) (7:30pm) Ahoy landlubbers! In order to keep the price low without sacrificing any of the fun, pirates have stolen pride party! All you can drink and amazing live music, but without the unnecessarily schmancy food! Expect new mateys, simple snacks, and our famous open bar with libations you won’t ever forget. The JCC rooftop crow’s nest is where the mayhem and the plank-walking will take place! ($15/ non members $25) Event Website

(Stonewall Inn, 53 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014) (6pm) Celebrate Pride and 30 years of AVP at FUSION with an open bar, snacks and music by DJ Randy Bettis. ($50 advance/$75 at door) Event Website

(Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th St, New York, NY 10012) (7pm) The fate and fortunes of the Third Sex in Indo-Tibetan Buddhism. A talk by Janet Gyatso, Harvard University Divinity School's first Hershey Professor of Buddhist Studies ($20.00) ((212)620-5000) [email protected] Event Website

(Comix, 353 west 14th street, New York, NY 10014) (9pm) Made up of two hilarious New York based comedians: Leah Dubie and Amy Beckerman. The group was featured in the LOGO documentary “Out In the City.” Join them for a blend of stand-up, improv and controlled nonsense. Its estrogen fueled hilarity without the cramps and bloating! (No cover, 1 item minimum) Event Website

(Hotel on Rivington Penthouse, 101 Rivington Street, New York, NY 10002) (8pm) Please join dot429 & Jeffrey Fashion Cares as we celebrate the 1st year anniversary of dot429 and NYC Pride Week. Raise your glasses over the NYC skyline as we toast a night filled with great conversation, open bar, connection and cause. Founding member Pichet Ong creates a soft serve sundae bar with 20 toppings! Featuring the spectacular cuisine of Chef Simpson Wong of Cafe Asean. OPEN BAR with Belvedere Vodka cocktails. RSVP A benefit for Jeffrey Fashion Cares ($35 Donation) Event Website

(Times Square, B'way & 7th Ave) (4:30pm) Featuring over 30 local, international and student dance companies. Presented by Dancers Responding to AIDS, and will be hosted by Laurie Ann Gibson from MTV's "Making the Band" and Broadway's "Chicago" and Kate Shindel, star of Broadway's "Legally Blonde" and a former Miss America. (FREE) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Featuring speakers from the early LGBT rights movement in America. They will talk about their experiences then and how they feel things have progressed, followed by a Q&A / discussion session with the audience. ($5 suggested) Event Website

(Sheridan Square Park) (8:30pm) Meet at Sheriday Square Park. Walk in unity to the Hudson River where a small ceremony takes place and toss a wreath and candles into the Hudson River. This is a group of people who have gathered for the past 25 years and are not connected to any political, religious or any other group. Candles are provided free. Formally Mother's March Against AIDS (free) Event Website

(CBST, 296 9th Ave, at 28th St, New York, NY 10001) (7pm) CBST welcomes you to their annual shabbat service for Pride. As they reflect on their legacy of resistance and celebrate of their lives, they honor those who have supported them, both historically and today. This year, CBST is proud to welcome U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, who has been an advocate for LGBT rights, specifically in the movement to repeal Don’t Ask Don’t Tell. (FREE) (2129299498) [email protected] Event Website

(Kraine Theatre, 85 East 4th St, New York, NY 10003) (10:30 pm) 30 short plays reveal the struggle, the joy, the power of being out and proud in NYC in support of acceptance and freedom for all the world's citizens. A blend of the comedic, tragic, political and always personal, the New York Neo-Futurists explore the journey from out to proud in 30 short plays over the course of one hour. Benefiting LGBTQ advocacy in Uganda. ($20) (212-352-3101) [email protected] Event Website

(Chelsea Art Museum, 556 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011) (all day) The Festival will feature a dazzling array of chamber music to celebrate both modernity and heritage. Join internationally renowned musicians and rising stars in premieres of works by living composers and a celebration of the 200th anniversary of Robert Schumann’s birth. Over the course of a weekend, three concerts and one family event. ($10-$25) (212.255.0719) [email protected] Event Website

(Tompkins Square Park (West side entrance)) (7pm) The 17th annual Drag March.Gather in Tompkins Square Park (West side entrance) March to the Stonewall Inn at Sheridan Square (FREE) [email protected]

(Wings Theater, 154 Christopher St, New York, NY 10014) (Fr 10:30pm; Sa 5:30pm) World famous fashion icon Fifi La Grange just returned after a sudden, mysterious four month disappearance. Effie, a ShopTV addicted senior citizen, convinces Fifi that appearing live on TV with the popular, all powerful entetainment host Jon Toddy, will revive her career. Effie enlists the reluctant help of Fifi's other close friend, DL, to help: they interview with Jon Toddy's right hand man, a fervent Fifi Fabutante, and share a bit too much. Fifi's big day on Jon Toddy's Grand Arena finally arrives, and is shockingly marked by life changing event. ($15) (212 627-2961) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (noon-3pm) Come enjoy music, games, crafts and food in one of the loveliest play spaces in the city! A perfect oasis for children and families, away from all the Pride frenzy. (FREE) Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (4:30pm) Legendary gay folk singer Sandy Rapp performs her award-winning gay history song "Everyone Was At Stonewall" along with "Ballad of Sister Spirt" about the Gulf Coast Womyn's Festival in MS. Prior to the start of the program and after its end, actual "Songs of The Stonewall" will be played from the redux "Stonewall Jukebox." This happening commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Rebellion. Event Website

(St. John's in the Village Church, 222 W 11th St, New York, NY 10014) (7:30pm) All are welcome to the 38th annual LGBT Pride liturgy in the Catholic tradition, followed by a social with light refreshments. Our homilist will be Sister Theresa Kane, RSM, who will speak on "Celebrating the Priesthood of All Believers." (FREE) Event Website

(Pier 83 at 42nd St) (7:30pm) Four hours of world class entertainment and complimentary beer from Heartland Brewery. Entertainment comes courtesy of Ritual NYC in the form of DJ/Producer Charo Velecio of Ritual NYC/Rhythmic Chant Music. ($35) Event Website

(Cherry Grove, NY) Decorate a float, paint a wagon, grab a banner and show your love!

(Governor's Island, Accessible by Battery Maritime Building, Slip 7, New York, NY 10004) (6pm) Matinée Group, the award-winning, event-producing team behind the World’s Biggest Party announces today the inauguration of a brand-new New York City tradition: Matinée New York @ Governors’ Island. ($84) Event Website

(W 119th Street between Lenox and 5th Ave) (12pm - 6pm) Live entertainment and visit our vendors and artists. There will be something for everyone from music and dancing to health and wellness information. (FREE) (212-722-8577) [email protected] Event Website

(Pier 54, 13th St @ the West Side Highway) (6:00 - 11:00 PM) Come throw your hands in the air while getting down with a few thousand of your fellow female dancers under the setting sun and Manhattan skyline. Tickets: boxofficetickets.com or 1-800-494-TIXS Tickets: $20; VIP: $40. Proceeds benefit NYC’s LGBT Pride Week Events and participating community organizations. Event Website

(Maplewood Country Club, 28 Baker St, Maplewood, NJ 07040) (5pm) Featuring stars from Hollywood, Broadway and Washington. Premium open bar, opulent smorgasbord, jazz and cocktail hour. Five-star sit-down dinner and a cavalcade of desserts and liqueurs. After-dinner party with dancing

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (5pm) The Dyke March is a protest march, not a parade. Thousands of dykes take over the streets every year in celebration of lesbians and to protest against ongoing discrimination, harassment, and anti-lesbian violence in schools, on the job, in families, and on the streets. Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (9am- 1pm) NYRR and Front Runners - a running club for lesbians, gay men and supportive others - team up for the 29th time to produce the annual Pride Run, a five-mile race in Central Park. ($17-25) Event Website

(New York Harbour) (11am-6pm Tu-Sa) New York Harbour) (1pm) Racing in the shadow of the Statue of Liberty with an After Party toast to Pride. Event Website

(World Financial Center Courtyard Gallery, 200 Vesey Street, New York, NY 10281) (noon-midnight) The Marathon concert is the heart and soul of Bang on a Can. As artistically inclusive as it is audience-friendly, Bang on a Can's annual 12-hour Marathon has become one of the most diverse, most open and most exciting music events in the world. Event Website

(In the Life Studios, 184 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010) (12:30 - 5:30pm) Share our bird's-eye- view of the New York City Pride March! Enjoy refreshing cocktails, delicious brunch fare and view live video feed from our team on the street. Plus, many surprises throughout the afternoon! In The Life Media ($100 ($125 After June 1st)) (212-255-6012) [email protected] Event Website

(Riverside Church, 490 Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10027) (9am- 1pm) Pride breakfast is a celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, and questioning ministry. In addition to the breakfast, we have church service starting at 10:45am. This annual celebration is always well attended and so much fun for Maranatha and the church as a whole. ($20.00 for breakfast) (212-870-6740) [email protected]

(MCCNY, 446 West 36th St, New York, NY 10018) (9am, 11am & 7pm) Join the MCCNY Float and Choir in the LGBT Pride Parade after morning services. (FREE) Event Website

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (10:30 pm) Stick around after the parade has dispersed into parties all around town to see the best lighting display this side of the Hudson.

(Hudson St. between Abingdon Sq. & West 14th St.) (11:00 AM – 7:00 PM) PrideFest is the annual LGBT street fair. PrideFest seeks to bring together local residents and families, community leaders, and area business owners to celebrate in the street. A combination of vendors, entertainers, and community activities for a day of fun celebration of LGBT Pride in the name of equality. (FREE) Event Website

(Step-Off @ 39th & 5th) (Step-Off @ Noon) Over the years its purpose has broadened to include recognition of the fight against AIDS and to remember those we have lost to the illness, violence and neglect. It has also evolved to include being a celebration of our lives and our community. This year marks the occasion of the 41st Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, and the March Committee is planning an exciting celebration. This year's Grand Marshals: Dan Choi & Judy Shepard (FREE) Event Website

(Pier 54, 13th St @ the West Side Highway) (4PM) NYC Pride is thrilled to announce the scheduled lineup, well known, smooth sounding DJ Steven Oliveri will open the evening with a set that will not disappoint and create the perfect lead in for the Grammy Nominated UK DJ duo, Freemasons presented by Gaydar.net. Steven Oliveri is well known for his happy uplifting vocals with energy. ($50-150) Event Website

(World Financial Center Courtyard Gallery, 200 Vesey Street, New York, NY 10281) (noon-midnight) A swarm of musicians and composers from all over the world will descend on the Winter Garden for 12 HOURS of uninterrupted live ear-bending border-crossing music from around the corner and around the globe. 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

(Capitale NY, 130 Bowery, New York, NY 10013) (6pm) Trevor NY is an evening of irreverent comedy, musical performances and awards. Each year the The Trevor Project honors and individual and a corporation for their positive commitment to increase visibility and understanding of the LGBTQ community. ($200+)

(New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023) (6pm) With MilDred Gerestant, Tantra-zawadi, and Sokhna Heathyre Mabin. A delicious evening of poetry, music, movement, gender expression, juiciness, and more! Event Website

(Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place, Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012) (8PM) The evening’s centerpiece is the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Through a Glass, Darkly, a 45-minute highly-theatrical rock opera about a relationship torn apart by crystal meth. Echoing the Tony award-winning Next to Normal, the rich, lush score will transport audiences ($38+) Event Website

(Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th St, New York, NY 10012) (7pm) Sunil Pant, the first openly gay Nepali parliamentarian, is aiming to make Nepal the first Asian nation to adopt equal marriage rights for gays and lesbians. He is also a strong advocate for a thriving economy of "pink tourism." here he talks about the hurdles that faces him and his LGBT rights organization, the Blue Diamond Society. ($15.00) ((212)620-5000) [email protected] Event Website

(Riverside Park, Pier 1 @ 70th Street, New York, NY 10024) (8:30 pm) A prelude to the July 8 release of a newly restored print of the film version of the Broadway musical hit starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. Viewers are encouraged to dress up as their favorite GREASE character, including Sandy, Danny, and Cha Cha. This event opens the Summer On the Hudson "Movies Under the Stars" series, which continues with such "Tall Tales" films as "Go Fish" and "Pan's Labyrinth." (FREE) (212-408-0219) [email protected] Event Website

(Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, 566 LaGuardia Place, Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012) (8PM & 2PM) A shocking and entertaining look at the many addictions that plague our society. Event Website