June Pride Month Calendar

JUNE (various dates) - CENTER ON HALSTED - during June Pride Month the center, 3656 N. Halsted St. will be hosting many events. For schedule: www.centeronhalsted.org.

JUNE (various dates) - YOUTH PRIDE CENTER - during June Pride Month the YPC in Hyde Park will be hosting many events. YPC will also be offering its LGBTQA Marching Band, "The Red Storm" to organizations hosting outdoor events, at a reduced rate in June. For event information each week in June, contact 773-690-6790.

JUNE (various dates) - PLAYS - by Bailiwick Chicago, a new collective formed after Bailiwick Repertory Theatre closed its doors in September, 2009. New web site: www.bailiwickchicago.com.

JUNE (date to be announced) - CEREMONY - 8th annual "Salute To LGBT Veterans" by American Veterans for Equal Rights (AVER) at Daley Plaza. 12 Noon to 1 PM. Free. www.averchicago.org jamesdarby@aol.com 773-752-0058.

JUNE (though August) - EXHIBITION - "San Francisco in the 1970s"- a photographic exhibition featuring the photos of Jerry Pritikin, sponsored by Roosevelt University's Office of the President and the College of Arts and Sciences at Gage Gallery, 18 S. Michigan Ave. Artist Reception: June 3 from 5 PM to 8 PM. Information: Gage Gallery: www.roosevelt.edu/gagegallery 312-341-6458 or jerrypritikin.blogspot.com 312-664-3231.

JUNE (various dates) - WORKSHOPS - "The Bible & LGBTQ People" by aChurch4Me? MCC at Center on Halsted - 2nd Floor, 3656 N. Halsted. 7:30 PM. (Four part discussion takes place on June 1, 8, 15 and 22). RSVP preferred. www.achurch4me.org info@achurch4me.org 773-661-0936.

JUNE (various dates) - CLASS/COACHING GROUP - "Choose Life: A Heart-Centered Approach at Coming Out Crossroads" by Rev. Jacki Belile, a lesbian Baptist minister & spiritual life coach at Living Well Ministries, 6554 N. Rockwell. 7 PM to 9 PM (Tuesdays June 8-22). $15/session. Optional Meditation 7-7:20 PM/ Program 7:30-9 PM. Part of annual Pride series by members of Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches. www.livingwellministries.net jacki@livingwellministries.net 773-655-4357.

JUNE (various dates) - WORKSHOP - "Open House" by Royal Service Realty, 5051 N. Clark. 7 PM to 10 PM. Drinks & hors d'ourves. Discussion on real estate & the current market as it affects the Gay communities. Experts will be on hand to discuss & answer questions. (scheduled each Saturday in June). www.royalservicerealty.com 773-769-2210.

JUNE (various dates) - COACHING SESSIONS - on Coming Out, Faith and Sexuality, Relationships, etc. by Rev. Jacki Belile, founder of Living Well Ministries who is a certified empowerment coach specializing in spiritual life issues. Complimentary for LGBTQ folk. Three sessions on June 25 & 26. www.livingwellministries.net jacki@livingwellministries.net.

JUNE (various dates) - PRIDE WORSHIP SERVICES - by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway (Wednesdays in June). www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE (various dates) - MOVIES - by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway (June 4, 11, 18). 7 PM. Free popcorn. Films that can help the Broadway community about trans and queer issues and identities. (also see June 25 listing for movie). www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE (various dates) - DISCUSSION GROUPS - on various topics by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway (Sundays in June except June 27). 10 AM in the pillow room. www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE (various dates) - WORSHIP SERVICES - by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway (Sundays in June). 11 AM (10 AM on June 27). www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE 3 - WONKA BALL - annual event with a "Debutante Ball" theme by About Face Theatre at Chicago Illuminating Company, 19 East 21st Street. Ticket: $150 ($250 VIP) includes open bar, hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, silent auction, dancing. Awards presentation to a company and individual who have made an impact on the lives of LGBTQ youth. www.aboutfacetheatre.com.

JUNE 4 - NETWORKING - "First Friday" Pride Month networking event by Equality Illinois at Sidetrack, 3347 N. Halsted. Time & cost: www.equalityillinois.org 773-477-7173.

JUNE 5 - BLESSING SERVICE - "Blessing of the Motorcycles and Motorscooters" by HOPE United Church of Christ, 2815 Mistflower Ln., Naperville, IL (north parking lot). 10 AM. www.sharehope.org bikeblessing@cindiknox.com 815-254-6920.

JUNE 5 - BENEFIT WALK - "Stray Cat Strut" - 5th Annual march by Tree House Humane Society from their Bucktown branch to their Uptown headquarters to raise awareness of pet overpopulation & other issues. 10 AM to 2 PM w/Open House until 2 PM. $25 registration fee (all funds go to pet care). Refreshments before & after walk. Registration & information: www.treehouseanimals.org erin@treehouseanimals.org 773-784-5488 x 238.

JUNE 5 - MEMBERSHIP MEETING - by Community Alliance Action Network (C.A.A.N.) w/Island Girls At Chicago Be-All at Doubletree Suites & Conference Center, 2111 Butterfield Rd., Downers Grove, IL 12 Noon. (regular 2 PM Joliet meeting cancelled for that day). www.caanmidwest.org 815-726-7906.

JUNE 5 - WINDY CITY GAY IDOL SEMI-FINALS - 8th Annual competition by Windy City Media Group at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted. 1 PM (door); 3 PM (start). Open to amateur singers regardless of sexual orientation age 21 & above. Singer sign-up fee: $10; Audience cover fee: $10: www.windycitymediagroup.com wcmgpromotions@gmail.com 773-871-7610.

JUNE 5 - GARY, INDIANA PRIDE - 3rd annual Gay Pride Parade & 5th annual Pride Picnic. Parade: 2 PM from 25th Ave. & Adams St., proceeding west to 25th Ave. & Taft St. Picnic: after parade at 6th Ave. & Connecticut St. in downtown Gary (just east of Broadway) in Buffington Park.  www.nwirainbowdays.com yonalady@yahoo.com 219-810-3775.

JUNE 5 - ROLLER DERBY - double header bout: The Chicago Outfit Roller Derby vs. Ohio Rollergirls at Windy City Field House, 2367 W. Logan Blvd. Doors open: 6 PM; starts: 7 PM. Ticktes: $15 presale; $20 door. All ages. www.chicagooutfitrollerderby.com chicagooutfitrollerderby@gmail.com.

JUNE 5 - POT LUCK & MOVIE - by Community Alliance Action Network (C.A.A.N.) at C.A.A.N. Center, 68 N. Chicago St.- Suite 401, Joliet, IL 60432. 7 PM. Free (donations accepted). Movie: "Call Me Malcolm." www.caanmidwest.org 815-726-7906.

JUNE 5 - PARTY - "Black Bra" - during Pride Month by Julie Mosier and Kathleen Ulm at Temptations Night Club, 10235 Grand Ave.,Franklin Park, IL, 9 PM to 4 AM. $10 (pre-sale by 5/22), $15 (door). Ages: 21+. Dancers & DJS blackbraparty@hotmail.com.

JUNE 6 - WORSHIP/WORKSHOP - "Navigating the Relationship Maze" by aChurch4Me? MCC at Center on Halsted-Hoover-Leppen Theater, 3656 N. Halsted. Guest Speakers. www.achurch4me.org info@achurch4me.org 773-661-0936.

JUNE 6 - WORKSHOP - "Positively Created!" by aChurch4Me? MCC. Explore practices & tools to bring more creativity, fun and excitement to your life. Led by two professors of creativity. For information: kevin@achurch4me.org 773-661-0936.

JUNE 6 - PRIDE DANCE - by the Chi-Town Squares at Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1650 W. Foster, 2 PM to 5 PM. Info.: www.chi-townsquares.org.

JUNE 6 - PLAY READING - "Beautiful Thing" by Pride Films and Plays at Theatre Building, 1225 W. Belmont. 7 PM. Tickets: $10 ($5 for students & film/theater professionals). This is a staged reading of Jonathan Harvey's 1993 Britsh love story. Hosted by Tom Chiola. www.pridefilmsandplays.com 773-250-3112 or 800-838-3006.

JUNE 8 - LESBIAN BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP - "Gyn/Ecology" by Mary Daly at Gerber/Hart Library, 1127 W. Granville, 7:30 PM. www.gerberhart.org info@gerberhart.org 773-381-8030.

JUNE 9 - WORSHIP SERVICE - Annual Pride gathering at Lakeview Presbyterian Church, 716 W. Addison. 7 PM. Part of annual Pride series by members of Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches. www.lakeviewpresbyterian.org joy@lakeviewpresbyterian.org 773-281-2655.

JUNE 9 - BOOK DISCUSSION - Classics Book Group for "The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas" by Gertrude Stein at Women & Children First, 5233 N. Clark. 7:15 PM. Information: www.womenandchildrenfirst.com wcfbooks@gmail.com 773-769-9299.

JUNE 10 - WORKSHOP - "What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up?": identifying your true career directions, by Judi Lansky of Lansky Careers. 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. No charge, but advance registration required. For location & information: 312-494-0022.

JUNE 12 - WORKSHOP - "Honoring the Authenic Self While Dating" by Caravan Counseling-presenter Dave Howser M.Div, LCPC. 9 AM to 12 Noon. $15 (Advance phone registration required.) Location & information: www.caravancounseling.com davehowser@caravancounseling.com 773-450-3395.

JUNE 12 - BENEFIT - "Flag Day Beer Bust & BBQ" annual Pride Month fundraiser for American Veterans for Equal Rights (AVER) at Buck's Saloon, 3439 N. Halsted. 3 PM to 8 PM. $10 donation for food & beer. www.averchicago.org jamesdarby@aol.com 773-752-0058.

JUNE 12 - BENEFIT - "The Odd Couple" fundraiser for Gerber/Hart Library at the Raven Theatre, 6157 N. Clark, 8 PM. Cost: $30. Tickets: www.gerberhart.org info@gerberhart.org 773-381-8030.

JUNE 13 - WORKSHOP & PUBLICATION - "Writing Your Story, Writing Broadway's Story" by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway, in the Wesley Room. 2 PM. www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE 13 - FUNDRAISER - "Queen of the Night" - benefit for Better Existence with HIV (BEHIV), at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted. 5 PM to 8 PM. Drag performances hosted by Miss Gay America 2005 Raquel Chevallier. Acts will raise tips online before event & at the event. www.behiv.org ericnelson@behiv.org 773-293-4740.

JUNE 13 - SOCIAL/DINNER - Pride Month version of monthly event by Chicago Primetimers at Ann Sather restaurant, 909 W. Belmont. 6 PM. $20 Members ($25 Guests). Guest speaker: Tom Tunney. www.chicagoprimetimers.org info@chicagoprimetimers.org 312-409-1590.

JUNE 15 - WORKSHOP - "How Do You Find A Job in This Economy" by Judi Lansky of Lansky Careers. 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. No charge but advance registration required. For location & information: 312-494-0022.

JUNE 15 - PANEL DISCUSSION - "Don't Ask Don't Tell" (DADT) by American Veterans for Equal Rights (AVER) & Human Rights Campaign (HRC) at Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted. 7 PM. 773-752-0058.

JUNE 16 - ECUMENICAL SERVICE - "Any Body, Every Body, Christ's Body: Celebrating 25 Years Being Open and Affirming" at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 West Kirchoff Rd., Arlington Heights, IL. 7:30 PM. Part of annual Pride series by members of Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches. www.congucc.org conguccah1@sbcglobal.net 847-392-6650.

JUNE 16 - PLAY - "Lookingglass Alice" by Lookingglass Theatre Company at 821 N. Michigan Ave.; Wed.-Sun.: 7:30 PM; Sat.,Sun.: 3 PM. www.lookingglasstheatre.org info@lookingglasstheatre.org 312-337-0665.

JUNE 17 - PARTY - "GLITTER" at Le Passage, 937 N. Rush St., 10 PM to 4 AM. This is the Pride Month edition of the third Thursday of every month "Nu and Old Disco" party. www.glitterdanceparty.com or www.facebook.com/glitterdanceparty glitter@lepassage.com 312-276-7582.

JUNE 19 - GAY DAY - "Out At The Park" - at Six Flags, Great America, Gurnee, IL sponsored by Gay Chicago Magazine. This year, this annual event has been moved to Saturday (from it's usual weekday date every year). Portion of proceeds benefits BE-HIV. www.gaychicagomagazine.com craig@gaychimag.com 773-327-7271.

JUNE 19 - WINDY CITY GAY IDOL FINALS - 8th Annual competition by Windy City Media Group at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted. 1 PM (door); 3 PM (start). Open to amateur singers regardless of sexual orientation age 21 & above. Singer sign-up fee: $10; Audience cover fee: $10. sCash & prizes. www.windycitymediagroup.com 773-871-7610.

JUNE 19 - CHORAL CONCERT - "Summer Lovin'" - annual Pride concert by Windy City Performing Arts (Windy City Gay Chorus and Aria: Windy City Women's Ensemble) at Hoover-Leppen Theatre at Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St. 5 PM & 8 PM. Tickets: $20 general admission at door one hour prior to performance (or online). Call for group & student rates. Summer fun and the meaning of Pride are brought together with a performance of songs that touch on everything from the celebration of youthful romance to the declaration of our right to love, marry and live our lives proud, open and free. www.windycitysings.org 773-404-9242.

JUNE 19 - BENEFIT - for AIDS Foundation of Chicago by the Closet Works at Cocktail, 3359 N. Halsted. 6 PM to 8 PM (Beer & wine, 6 PM to 7 PM). $5 suggested donation. (No contact #).

JUNE 19 - ANNIVERSARY PARTY - "Sappho's Salon 2nd Anniversary Bash" by Women & Children First, 5233 N. Clark. 7:30 PM. Special guest: Obie award-winning queer artist Holly Hughes. Champagne and cake will be served. Information: www.womenandchildrenfirst.com wcfbooks@gmail.com 773-769-9299.

JUNE 20 - BOOK DISCUSSION - group for "In a Queer Time and Place: Transgender Bodies, Subcultural Lives" by Judith Halberstam at Women & Children First, 5233 N. Clark. 6 PM. Information: www.womenandchildrenfirst.com wcfbooks@gmail.com 773-769-9299.

JUNE 20 - PLAY READING - "Take Me Out" by Pride Films and Plays at Theatre Building, 1225 W. Belmont. 7 PM. Tickets: $10 ($5 for students & film/theater professionals). This is a staged reading of Richard Greenberg's 2003 Broadway smash. Directed by David Zak. www.pridefilmsandplays.com 773-250-3112 or 800-838-3006.

JUNE 21 - RECEPTION - "Pride & Joy" by the Gay & Lesbian Hall of Fame at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted. 6 PM to 10 PM. Tickets: $10 available at door, includes hors d'oeuvres & live entertainment by the Fabulous Circuit Cast. Proceeds benefit the 2010 Chicago G&L Hall of Fame.  www.GLHallofFame.org 312-744-7911.

JUNE 21 - SOLO PERFORMANCE SERIES - "Solo Homo #8" by NewTown Writers at Strawdog Theatre Company's Hugen Hall, 3829 N. Broadway. 7:30 PM. (Repeat performances on June 22 & June 23, both at 7:30 PM.) Tickets: $12 (door) or online. This year's storytellers: Cookie Crumbles, Archy Jamjun, Timothy Rey, Mike Rogers, Josef Steiff, Sissy Van Dyke & Michael Van Kerckhove. Please: no phone calls to Strawdog Theatre. For online ticket sales & other info: www.newtownwriters.org.

JUNE 22 (through 6/27) - CONFERENCE - 14th Annual International LGBT Conference for Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice Professionals sponsored by LGPA-GOAL at the Palmer House Hilton, 17 East Monroe St. Workshops: 8 AM to 4 PM/ Nightly events 6 PM to 12 AM. Registration fees etc.: www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 22 - MEN'S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP - "Another Country" by James Baldwin at Gerber/Hart Library, 1127 W. Granville, 7 PM. www.gerberhart.org info@gerberhart.org 773-381-8030.

JUNE 22 - SOLO PERFORMANCE SERIES - "Solo Homo #8" by NewTown Writers at Strawdog Theatre Company's Hugen Hall, 3829 N. Broadway. 7:30 PM. (Repeat performances on June 23, both at 7:30 PM.) Tickets: $12 (door) or online. This year's storytellers: Cookie Crumbles, Archy Jamjun, Timothy Rey, Mike Rogers, Josef Steiff, Sissy Van Dyke & Michael Van Kerckhove. Please: no phone calls to Strawdog Theatre. For online ticket sales & other info: www.newtownwriters.org.

JUNE 22 - WORKSHOP - "Spiritual but NOT Religious: Befriending Our LGBTQ Spiritual Side" by Caravan Counseling-presenter Dave Howser M.Div, LCPC. Location: 5244 N. Lakewood. 7:30 PM to 9 PM. No fee ( but advance registration required). All welcome regardless of background or belief system. www.caravancounseling.com davehowser@caravancounseling.com 773-450-3395.

JUNE 22 - WELCOME RECEPTION - by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted. 8 PM. Cost: $25 (free for conference attendees). www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 23 - AWARDS CEREMONY - "30 Under 30 Awards" by Windy City Media Group at the Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted. The awards honor 30 outstanding young (under 30 years old) LGBT individuals & their allies. More info: www.windycitymediagroup.com.

JUNE 23 - DINNER BOAT CRUISE - by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public. Includes: Dinner, entertainment, speakers & fireworks display. 6 PM. Cost: $100 (free for conference attendees). www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 23 - PRIDE SOCIAL BENEFIT - by Loyola LGBTQ Alumni at North End, 3733 N. Halsted. 6:30 PM to 9 PM. Tickets: $20 (includes 2 drinks, snacks, & a $10 gift to Loyola LGBTQ Alumni Fund). The fund sponsors the Loyola Community in LGBTQ efforts and scholarships. Register at http://alumni.luc.edu/site/Calendar/748132511?view=3DDetail&id=3D107721.

JUNE 23 - EUCHARIST/HOLY COMMUNION CELEBRATION - "From Promise to Pride" at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 3309 N. Seminary. 7 PM. Part of annual Pride series by members of Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches. www.rlclakeview.com office@rlclakeview.com 773-525-0605.

JUNE 23 - PRIDE SERIES READING #1 - by Gerber/Hart Library, 1127 W. Granville, 7 PM. Readers include:Darwyn Jones, Michael Burke, Stacy Fox, Goldie Goldbloom, Marty McConnell & Kurt Heinz. www.gerberhart.org info@gerberhart.org 773-381-8030.

JUNE 23 - SOLO PERFORMANCE SERIES - "Solo Homo #8" by NewTown Writers at Strawdog Theatre Company's Hugen Hall, 3829 N. Broadway. 7:30 PM. Tickets: $12 (door) or online. This year's storytellers: Cookie Crumbles, Archy Jamjun, Timothy Rey, Mike Rogers, Josef Steiff, Sissy Van Dyke & Michael Van Kerckhove. Please: no phone calls to Strawdog Theatre. For online ticket sales & other info: www.newtownwriters.org.

JUNE 23 - PRIDE READING & OPEN MIC - 14th Annual LGBT event at Women & Children First, 5233 N. Clark. 7:30 PM. (pre-registration required for open mic readers). www.womenandchildrenfirst.com wcfbooks@aol.com 773-769-9299.

JUNE 24 - BIRDHOUSE ART AUCTION & COCKTAIL PARTY - 13th annual event by Chicago House at Room & Board Chicago store, 55 E. Ohio. 6 PM to 9 PM. Tickets: $65 advance ($75 door). www.chicagohouse.org 773-248-5200.

JUNE 24 - VARIETY SHOW - "Bridge To Unity" by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public. Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted. Dinner & Entertainment. 6 PM. Cost: $30 (free for conference attendees). www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 24 - WORKSHOP - "Managing Your LGBT Identity at Work" by Judi Lansky of Lansky Careers. 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. No charge, but advance registration required. For location & information: 312-494-0022.

JUNE 24 - PRIDE SERIES READING #2 - by Gerber/Hart Library, 1127 W. Granville, 7:00 PM. Readers include: Sukie de la Croix, Barrie Cole, Carmen Abrego, Robert Klein Engler & Dave Awl. www.gerberhart.org info@gerberhart.org 773-381-8030.

JUNE 24 - PARTY - ChicagoPride.com celebrates eight years of service to the Chicago community at Roscoe's, 3356 N. Halsted. 7 PM to 9 PM. Hosted by Joe Monastero, Bill Pritchard & Miss Foozie with special appearance by Playgirl cover model & Chicago's own Ronnie Kroell. www.chicagopride.com.

JUNE 24 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Out and Proud in Chicago": re-airing of the 2008 WTTW award winning documentary about the lives of LGBT Chicagoans. 8 PM. (Repeated on June 26 at 10:30 PM.) www.wttw.com.

JUNE 24 - TOUR - "Andersonville GLBT Tour" by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public. 9 PM. Cost: $30 (free for conference attendees). www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 25 - MOVIE - "For the Bible Tells Me So" by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway. 7 PM. Free popcorn. This 2007 documentary is about five families facing the often difficult confrontation of LGB identities and Christian faith communities. www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE 25 - CELEBRITY APPEARANCE - "Hannah Free" playwright Claudia Allen, along with Tracy Baim, Jorjet Harper and actors from the movie adaptation will be celebrating the novel-tie-in for the award winning lesbian movie "Hannah Free," based on a play by Claudia Allen. Location: Women & Children First, 5233 N. Clark. 7:30 PM. www.womenandchildrenfirst.com wcfbooks@aol.com 773-769-9299.

JUNE 25 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Schoolboy to Showgirl: The Alexandra Billings Story" re-airing of the WTTW documentary about transgender actress, teacher, activist and former Chicagoan, Alexandra Billings 7:30 PM. (Repeated on June 26 at 1 AM & 5:30 AM). www.wttw.com.

JUNE 25 - SHOW - female impersonation for LGPA-GOAL attendees & the general public at the Baton, 436 N. Clark. Time: TBA. Cost: $30. www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 25 - COOK OUT - The 023 District BBQ near pride fest by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public. Food & entertainment. 5 PM. $25 (free for conference attendees). www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 25 - MOVIE PREMIERE - "Genderblind" directed/produced by Lanita Joseph sponsored by the Anita Davis Dance Theater at the Portage Theater, 4050 N. Milwaukee Ave. Red carpet opening: 7 PM; Movie starts: 8 PM; After-Party continues until 1 AM. Tickets: $15 advance ($25 door). Food, cash bar & DJ. This movie is the story of a young Christian black woman, Sincere, who decided to put herself in compromising situations in order to further her artistic endeavors. Along the way she meets a lesbian woman, Grace, who challenges her traditional beliefs about love. Information: anitadavisdancetheater@gmail.com.

JUNE 26 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Schoolboy to Showgirl: The Alexandra Billings Story" re-airing of the WTTW documentary about transgender actress, teacher, activist and former Chicagoan, Alexandra Billings. 1 AM and 5:30 AM. www.wttw.com.

JUNE 26 - PERFORMANCE & CD/BOOK SIGNING - Chely Wright, popular country singer/songwriter and Grand Marshal of this year's Chicago Annual Pride Parade, will be at Borders, 2817 N. Clark St. 4 PM to 6 PM. Her new album is called "Lifted Off the Ground" and her new memoir is titled "Like Me." 773-935-3909 (Borders).

JUNE 26 - PRIDE MASS - by Dignity/Chicago at Broadway United Methodist Church, 3344 N. Halsted. 5 PM (No mass on 6/27 parade day). www.dignity-chicago.com 312-458-9438.

JUNE 26 - DVD RELEASE PARTY - for "Hannah Free" at Palmer House Hilton Hotel, 17 E. Monroe. 12 Noon to 2 PM. Ticket: $50. Hannah Free is a movie starring Sharon Gless & produced by GOAL sponsor & Associate member Tracy Baim. Ticket price includes a copy of the DVD, a copy of the new Hannah Free novel by Bella Books w/movie photos, a chance to meet cast and crew & hors' d'oeuvres. For info & tickets: www.hannahfree.com.

JUNE 26 - WORKSHOP - "Befriending the Bible: Reading Condemnation with CARE" by Living Well Ministries, 6554 N. Rockwell. Led by Rev. Jacki Belile, a lesbian Baptist minister & spiritual life coach. 1 PM to 4 PM. Pre-registration required: $45 ($35 if paid by June 10). Part of annual Pride series by members of Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches. www.livingwellministries.net jacki@livingwellministries.net 773-655-4357.

JUNE 26 - DYKE MARCH - rally first, then the march at 2:30 PM at new south side location. Post-march festivities in the park . For location & more information: www.chicagodykemarch.wordpress.com.

JUNE 26 - CHORAL CONCERT - "Summer Camp" - annual Pride event by the Chicago Gay Mens Chorus at Nettlehorst Auditorium, 3252 N. Broadway. 3 PM & 8 PM. The concert is a frothy trip through memories of summer camp and campy summers. www.cgmc.org gm@cgmc.org.

JUNE 26 - BANQUET & AWARD CEREMONY - by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public at the Hilton & Towers, Full sit down dinner, silent auction, entertainment by the Artemis Singers. Keynote speaker: Greg Baird. Celebrity appearance with Sharon Gless. 6 PM. Cost: $100 (free for conference attendees). www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 26 - PRIDE PROM - "Over the Rainbow" by Hamburger Mary's & Holy Covenant United Methodist Church at Mary's Attic, 5400 N. Clark, 9 PM. Event is complete with cheesy photo props and classic tunes. Come dressed up & receive special drink prices. www.hamburgermarys.com chicago@hamburgermarys.com 773-784-6969.

JUNE 26 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Out and Proud in Chicago":re-airing of the 2008 WTTW award winning documentary about the lives of LGBT Chicagoans. 10:30 PM. www.wttw.com.

JUNE 27 - WORSHIP CELEBRATION - pre-parade service by aChurch4Me? MCC at Center on Halsted Hoover-Leppen Theater, 3656 N. Halsted. 9 AM. www.achurch4me.org 773-661-0936.

JUNE 27 - PICNIC - by Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway. After the 10 AM worship service, on the parsonage lawn. Hamburgers & hot dogs will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. www.broadwaychurchchicago.org/content 773-348-2679.

JUNE 27 - DANCE PARTY - "GIRLBLAST" annual event by Lynn Malec at Ann Sather Parking Lot, 909 W. Belmont Ave. Expanded this year, it will be hosted by comedienne Jessica Kirkson (Tonight Show, Comedy Central, Joy Behar show, etc.) with special appearances by Dani Campbell (MTV) and Natalie Garcia (afterellen.com, Nat& Meg Show, new L Word). DJ : All the Way Kay (Chicago Dirty Girls) & DJ Alena (dotbleep). Wet t-shirt contest w/prizes. Kissing booth w/ Natalie Garcia. Dance, eat drink: 2 PM to 10 PM. Twitter address is girlblastchi. Pre-sale tickets: www.chicagogirlblast.com.

JUNE 27 - GATHERING - "Lesbian Pride" by Doll House Entertainment at 3407 N. Clark St. 2:30 PM to 2:00 AM. $10 cover. Age 21 & over. www.myspace.com/lezdollhouse dollhousenightlife@gmail.com 312-927-1144 or 773-663-7938.

JUNE 27 - POST-PARADE PARTY - by LGPA-GOAL for their conference attendees & the general public. Location: TBA. Features Dinner & Entertainment. 3 PM. Cost: $25 (free for conference attendees) www.goalchicago.info jricha5354@aol.com 773-392-4992.

JUNE 27 - PARTY - Pre- and After- Pride party hosted by Chicago's Ronnie Kroell at Cesar's on Broadway, 2924 N. Broadway. 4 PM to 11 PM. Djs, dancers. www.killermargaritas.com.

JUNE 27 - PARTY - NOMI (Hercules and Love Affair) and Chances Matinee Party at Berlin Nightclub, 954 W. Belmont Ave., 4 PM. www.berlinchicago.com 773-348-4975.

JUNE 27 - OUTDOOR LESBIAN PARTY - "7th ANNUAL BACKLOT BASH" at 5238 N, Clark St. (right behind Cheetah Gym). Features a hot duel by DJ Kristin! and Deseree Fawn, Gina Glockson, DJ KT & Dot Dot Dot (headliner). Hosted by Mariah Hanson of Club Skirts/The Dinah & Flo from Bad Girls Club. Rain or shine. Age 21+. Tix at door: $10 cover before 5 PM ($15 after). Thousands of women come out to this two day event each year. www.backlotbashchicago.com.

JUNE 27 - PRIDE PARTY - at Visions Night Club, 632 N. Dearborn. 8 PM to 2 AM. DJ/producer/artist Hector Fonseca with DJ Theresa. Surprise celebrity guest appearance. www.wanttickets.com www.visionnightclub.com www.thegrasshopperlounge.com.

JUNE 27 - PARTY - "After Pride Party" presented by chicagopride.com: a special edition of Glitter at Le Passage, 937 N. Rush St. Hosted by CT Hedden & Aurora Sexton 9 PM to 4 AM. www.glitterdanceparty.com.

JUNE 27 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Chicago Pride Parade" - a one hour taped version (of the 2-1/2 hour) parade presented for the seventh year in a row by ABC7 Chicago. 11:35 PM is the usual scheduled time, but check local television listings to verify. www.ABC7Chicago.com.

JUNE 29 - GATHERING/PROGRAM - "Moving Beyond Sex = Sin in the City" for LGBTQA people of faith by Rev. Jacki Belile of Living Well Ministries at Irving Park UMC, 3801 N. Keeler. 7:30 (Gathering & refreshments), 8 PM to 9:15 PM (program). RSVP jacki@livingwellministries.net 773-655-4357.

JUNE 30 - WINDY CITY BLACK LGBT PRIDE - beginning this week there are dozens of events scheduled for the LGBT Black Pride celebration. www.windycityblackpride.org 888-922-7244.

JUNE 30 - RECEPTION & AWARDS CEREMONY - Pride Month event hosted by Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez at Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted. 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. 312-603-8722 (Vernita Gray).