August 2010

(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

(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

(Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, NY 11368, 718-760-0064) (Varies see website) The nation’s largest and most important Latino multi-disciplinary cultural festival, featuring music, theatre, dance, film and family productions, as well as visual art exhibitions. Many of the participating Central and South American artists now make the Festival their exclusive NYC engagement. This once local effort to better serve Latino audiences has become a major cultural attraction in the Northeast. (Free- $35) Event Website

(MoMA, 11 West 53 St, New York, NY 10019) (7pm) Summergarden series once again welcomes the participation of two constituents from Lincoln Center—The Juilliard School and Jazz at Lincoln Center—with concerts on alternating Sundays. July 11, Juilliard Concert I; JULY 18, Jazz Concert I; July 25, Juilliard Concert II; Aug. 1, Jazz Concert II (FREE) Event Website

(RooseveltIsland, Riverwalk Commons) (4pm) July 10, First Annual Albert Ayler Festival; July 31 & Aug 1, Conscious Cycle; Sept 12, SO LONG, SUMMER! Barbeque (FREE) Event Website

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (6:30pm) Whether you’ve been dancing for years, or want to learn how to boogie like a pro, Hudson River Park’s MoonDance is your chance to strut your stuff under the stars! No experience necessary. Featured styles include swing, tango and salsa. (FREE) Event Website

(Central Park, 58th St, New York, NY 10155) (2pm) The Central Park Conservancy's Harlem Meer Performance Festival features the best in local established and emerging artists in the genres of jazz, Latin, gospel and world music. See website for performance schedule. (FREE) Event Website

(Sundown Theatre, 215 West 18th St, between 7th and 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10011) (Fr & Sa 8pm, 3pm Su 3pm) A story of two brothers. One an aspiring screenwriter , the other a professional drifter, rediscover their childhood and grapple with issues of loyalty, betrayal, and loss. Desperation and angst fill the stage as competition and envy lead to all out war. ($15) Event Website

(Times Square Arts Center, 669 Eigth Ave, New York, NY 10036) (7pm & 9:30pm) "Great Entertainers On Broadway" is a series of one-person concerts by top stars of Broadway, TV, and cabaret.? Two concerts will be given each night. ($40+) Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (5pm) July 5, The French Connection; July 12, My Man Godfrey: July 19, The China Syndrome; July 26, Monty Python and the Holy Grail; Aug 2, Rosemary's Baby; Aug 9, The Goodbye Girl; Aug 16, 12 Angry Men; Aug 23, Bonnie and Clyde (FREE) Event Website

(DR2 Theatre, 103 East 15 St, New York, NY 10009) (8pm) Marc Wolf created and stars in this piece about sexuality and the military, which he culled from over 150 interviews with straight, gay, and lesbian military. June 19 benefits: GMHC, June 26 benefits: The Point Foundation ($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

(Film Forum, 209 West Houston, New York, NY 10014) (Varies) Classic films developed and shot in the five boroughs. Among the gems: the Marx Brothers in Animal Crackers and Paul Robeson's star turn in The Emperor Jones. Each screening is a two-for-one double feature. July 13: CRIME WITHOUT PASSION & THE SCOUNDREL, July 20: MOONLIGHT AND PRETZELS, July 27: ANIMAL CRACKERS & SO’S YOUR OLD MAN, August 3: THE SMILING LIEUTENANT & LAUGHTER, August 10: THE EMPEROR JONES & St. Louis Blues Event Website

(Socrates Sculpture Park, 32-01 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11106) (7pm) 12th Annual Festival of international film, music, dance and food, celebrating the cultural diversity of Queens. Sample regional cuisine from neighborhood restaurants, picnic on the grass as the sun sets over the city, enjoy performances by local musicians and dancers and, as the sky darkens, see exceptional international films on a large-format screen - all set against the spectacular backdrop of the Manhattan skyline. (FREE) Event Website

(Madison Square Park, 23rd St and Madison Ave, New York, NY 10011) (Varies) Bring a blanket and picnic dinner to these free concerts on the Oval Lawn. Our hand-picked line-ups present a mix of nationally touring acts ranging from jazz, soul and R&B to folk, bluegrass and pop. All concerts are rain or shine! July 7, Alecia Nugent; July 14, David Bromberg Quartet; July 21, SOMI; July 28, The Wailin’ Jennys; August 4, The James Carter Organ Trio (FREE) Event Website

(Elevated Acre, 55 Water Street, New York, NY 10005) (8pm) This year's classics include: July 29, Broadway Danny Rose; Aug 5, Auntie Mame; Aug12 The Country Girl and Aug 19, The Muppets Take Manhattan (FREE) Event Website

(Brooklyn Bridge Park, Main and Plymouth Streets, Brooklyn, NY 11201) (Sunset) This year on the newly opened Pier 1! Movies With A View is one of the city's premiere outdoor film series with an eclectic lineup of films and breathtaking views of the NYC waterfront. July 8, Annie Hall ; July 15, Monsters vs. Aliens; July 22, The Big Lebowski; July 29, Rear Window; Aug 5, Brokeback Mountain; Aug 12, Dreamgirls; Aug 19, The Blues Brothers; Aug 26, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (FREE) Event Website

(Asser Levy Park Amphitheater, West 5th St & Surf Ave, New York, NY 11224) (7:30pm) This year's lineup includes: July 15, Neil Sedaka & Brenda Lee; July 22, The Beach Boys; July 29, George Thorogood & The Destroyers; Aug 5, John Legend; Aug 12, Aretha Franklin. (FREE) Event Website

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (12:30pm) The most popular shows on and off Broadway perform their biggest hits. (FREE) Event Website

(Municipal Parking Lot, Ludow & Broome Sts., New York, NY 10003) (8pm) Julius Caesar appears in only three scenes, and is killed at the beginning of the third act. The protagonist of the play is Marcus Brutus, and the central psychological drama is his struggle between the conflicting demands of honour, patriotism, and friendship. (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

(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

(Flushing Meadows–Corona Park) (11am-4pm) 120 dragon boat teams converge on Meadow Lake to compete in one of America’s largest dragon boat festivals. Take in the spectacle on the water, and enjoy a wide array of international music, martial arts, crafts, dance and cuisine. (FREE) Event Website

(Hunter College, Sportsplex B3 Gym, Lexington Ave & 68th St, New York, NY 10065) New York City’s only all-female, do-it-yourself skater-operated roller derby league. The league is comprised of strong, diverse, and independent women from the world's biggest, baddest city. The skaters work tirelessly - both on the track and off - to represent the greatest city in the world at home and on the road, competing at the highest levels of gameplay through the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. Event Website

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (6pm) July 8, Phosphorescent and Dawes; July 22, Antlers; Aug 12, Deerhunter (FREE) 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

(Cherry Grove, NY) (All weekend) This is a multi-cultural weekend event celebrating the LGBT community of color and their families and friends. The FIBO weekend focuses on diversity, community, and friendship. Everyone regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation is invited to attend and enjoy FIBO! Enjoy dance parties, barbeques, live entertainment, volleyball tournaments, pool parties, and an unparalleled beach experience. 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+)

(The Actors Temple, 339 West 47th St., New York, NY 10019) (10pm) The Last of The Red Hot Mamas **Sophie Tucker ** hosts the annual Mae WQest Birthday Bash in NYC! The music runs the gamut from West's "Frankie and Johnny" to Sophie's "A Good Man I Hard To Find". These gals were known for their bawdy and naughty double entendres. The show is filled with them! ($15) Event Website

(Fire Island Pines) (6pm) Set on a tremendous dance floor on the Great South Bay and bringing out island favorites, DJs Twisted Dee and Phil B to go head to head at the turntables. And as the sun sets over the dance floor, we will blow you away with a fabulous fireworks finale! Event Website

(Fire Island Pines) (7 & 9pm) You might remember him as Karen Walker's Nemesis on "Will and Grace," where he won an Emmy for his portrayal of the character Beverly Leslie. He recently starred in a one-man-show on Broadway, and now he's bringing his stand up act to the Pines! Event Website

(Delacorte Theater, Central Park at 81st St, New York, NY 10024) featuring music by Paul Simon and book and lyrics by Paul Simon and Derek Walcott. Simon's musical tells the true story of a Nuyorican street gang member whose story exploded on to the front pages of the tabloids in 1959, ultimately revealing the cultural and racial tensions beneath the surface of New York in that era. The score is a dazzling blend of Latin music, Doo Wop and artful ballads to tell a gripping and controversial New York story.

(Fire Island Pines) (noon - 6pm) The main event is held adjacent to the stunning backdrop of one of the best and most beautiful beaches in the world. Dance all day on a large custom built dance floor, filled to capacity with thousands of celebrants moving to the rhythm of the surf and song, with the Freemasons manning the turntables. 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

(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+)

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (4pm) Last game of the 2010 regular season! 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

(Pier 54, Hudson River Park at 13th St, New York, NY 10014) (2-9pm) Bringing the best Blues bands from across the country together with the finest New York City BBQ restaurants for a fantastic summer day on the river. This feast for your senses brings you the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of a true southern BBQ experience! Event Website

(Asbury Park, NJ) Come to Compete or to Party for two Full Weekends of Summer Fun in the Sun. For more than 7 years now, Diva on the Shore organized the biggest summer Sporting Events and After Parties for Women who love Women from all over the U.S Event Website

(Marcus Garvey Park, Manhattan) (3-7pm) Jazz pianist McCoy Tyner & Jason Moran keeps the swing tradition alive in modern jazz. (FREE) Event Website

(Lincoln Center, 70 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023) (FREE) The Metropolitan Opera is presenting free HD video screenings of productions that showcase today's biggest opera stars. As long as the sky remains clear, you can grab a seat outdoors at Lincoln Center Plaza and enjoy classics such as Carmen, La Bohème and Hansel and Gretel. Event Website

(Jersey City, City Hall, Montgomery Street,) (11am) JCLGO’s First March in Jersey City. Join them in their March for equality for the LGBT Community. “Standing Strong: Equality For All” Event Website

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8pm) Even the uninitiated can feel at home with quick instruction in Modern Western square dancing with a live caller at the Intro to Square Dancing Open Houses. Come alone or bring a partner. And make sure to dress comfortably – you’ll be moving all evening. You'll learn everything you need to know taught by a world renown live caller. Square dance basics are introduced -- and, it's a chance to get acquainted with our members. For these events and all of our classes, no partner or experience is necessary. (Free) (212-749-4291) [email protected] Event Website

(Tompkins Square Park, Manhattan) (3-7pm) This festival assembles some of the finest musicians. Jazz saxophonist James Moody, the romantic voice of Jimmy Scott, jazz pianist Vijay Iyer and bluesy vocal of Catherine Russell (FREE) Event Website