NYC up & OUT!: Bringing Our Gay Community Together


	Sign-up to receive our newsletter!

December 5 - 7

12th Annual Holly Folly Festival (Provincetown, MA)

More...

Click to expand

November 2, 2004

Voters in 11 states approve constitutional amendments limiting Marriage to one man and one woman

More...

june 14, 2008 / saturday

: flag day

Lavender Light's Annual Pride Concert

(Peter Norton Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th St, New York, NY 10025) An evening of contemporary and traditional gospel music. Event Website

My Big, Fat Gay Wedding: Stonewall Celebrates Love & Marriage

(Church of the Holy Apostles, 296 9th Ave, New York, NY 10001) (8pm) Music in honor of that blissful institution, including "Wedding Cantata", "5 Hebrew Love Songs" and much more. Event Website

20th Annual New York LGBT Film Festival (NewFest)

(AMC Loews, 312 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001) Nearly 250 International, U.S. and local film, video and other media, and a full program of inspiring Filmmakers Forums and networking. (20th Annual New York LGBT Film Festival (NewFest)) Event Website

Note: this event runs June 5 - 15

GayFest NYC 2008

(Various Locations) This month-long event, benefiting the Harvey Milk High School scholarship fund, is the country's premier festival of new works by LGBT authors and playwrights. Event Website

Note: this event runs May 15 - June 15

New York Liberty vs. Minnesota

(Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001) (7:30 pm - 9:30 pm) Help the New York Liberty "Raise The Game" as they take on the brightest and best that the WNBA has to offer! (Seats start at $10) (877-WNBA-TIX) [email protected] Event Website

Compatibility Game for Men

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (8:00 PM - 10:00 PM) It�s speed-dating with an ingenious 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, give us a list of the men you want to date, and minutes later you find out your mutual matches. Compatibility Game is a fun, revolutionary way to meet men you are compatible with, thereby increasing your odds that a relationship could take hold. ($20) (212-971-1084) [email protected] Event Website

SZP's BROOLYN PRIDE BBQ, PARTY & STREET FAIR

(Jelani Lounge, 507 Waverly Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238) (2pm - 4am) We start the day off with vendors who will display everything from books, clothing, travel packages, videos, oils, food (no beverages can be sold or given away) & more. The bar inside of the lounge will be open for those wanting to take a cool drink and watch videos. A one day adm will allow you access anytime of the day. Enjoy artist performing & BBQ which takes place between the hours of 5pm til 9pm. Stay with us @ 9pm for our after party with female DJ's Kim B, DJ Eyez & DJ A Sauce. These DJ' s will play it all. This party is also dedicate to the Farewell of promoter Zena B, who gave us all a safe & fun place to party, she will be missed in the community. ($10 - $15) (347 596 2128) [email protected] Event Website

LOFT 25 Pride Picnic

(Ridge Road Park, Ridge Road, Hartsdale, NY 10530) (Noon - Dusk) Now in its 5th year, The LOFT Pride Picnic has something for everyone. Come and play volleyball, softball, basketball, horseshoes, kickball, waterballoon dodgeball. When you've worked up a hunger eat, eat eat then dance, dance, dance. The picnic will also feature Anywhere Painting, fun games & prizes, Pride items for sale and much more. ($10 LOFT Members; $15 Non-Members; Kids FREE) (914-948-2932) [email protected] Event Website

Brooklyn Pride's 12th Annual Pride Celebration

(Prospect Park, West at 15th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215) June 11: Spiritual of many faiths worship service for the LGBT Community. June 12: Pride Reception at Borough Hall. June 14: 5K Pride Run (9am), Multicultural Festival (11am � 6pm), Kid Space (12Noon � 4pm); Night Pride Parade (8:30pm), and an After Party. Event Website

Note: this event runs June 11 - 14

Children�s Day at South Street Seaport

(Piers 16 & 17, Fulton & South Sts) (12pm) Kids will sing-along with Gordon from Sesame Street, meet famous costumed characters, and enjoy hours of free entertainment. It all ends with the Spectacular Target Fireworks accompanied by the Brooklyn Philharmonic. Event Website

Richard Skipper as Carol Channing as DOLLY LEVI in Hello, Dolly! on June 14

(Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, NJ, 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712) (8PM) ONE NIGHT ONLY performance of Richard Skipper as Carol Channing in Hello, Dolly! directed by Thomas Morrissey and choreographed by Connor Gallagher the cast will include Broadway performers and local talent. (Tickets for Premium Seats are priced at $50.00.) (732-455-3059) [email protected] Event Website

SketchFest NYC

(Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, 307 West 26th Street, New York, NY 10001) The last three years of the festival each featured more than 30 groups from across the country. Event Website

Note: this event runs June 12 - 14

Brooklyn Pride After Party to Benefit Sylvia Rivera Law Project at Transy House!

(Transy House, 214 16th St in Park Slope (between 5th & 6th Aves), new york, NY 11226) (9pm-1am) Food! Drinks! Outdoor Films from Transy House history! Performances by: 3 Times Lady Crew (3XL), Violet Temper, Music by DJ Liber8! Sylvia Rivera Law Project ($10 suggested donation) Event Website

In Celebration of a Same-Sex Marriage Milestone for Canadians & New Yorkers

(City Hall, Civic Center btwn Broadway, Park Row & Chambers St, New York, NY 10007) (2pm) Join couples, families, friends, activists, political and community leaders at City Hall for an historic 5th anniversary celebration honoring our marriage pioneers. Participating: 50 couples, Justice Harvey Brownstone, Gilbert Baker, creator of the Rainbow Flag and 2008 Heritage of Pride Grand Marshal, Civil Rights Trial and Marriage Equality, NY. (718.721.2780) [email protected]

Ongoing Events

through June 14

Jumping Blind

(TBG Theatre, 312 West 36th St, New York, NY 10018) During World War II, an English resistance fighter and a wounded German soldier fall in love in occupied France. Event Website

This event runs June 4 - 14

through June 15

Steve Hayes� Hollywood Reunion

(TBG Theatre, 312 West 36th St, New York, NY 10018) An autobiographical comedy about the author�s Christmas visit to Hollywood to cheer up an old friend. Event Website

This event runs June 6 - 15

through June 15

The 20th Annual New York LGBT Film Festival (NewFest)

(AMC Loews, 312 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10001) (Various) NYC�s premier LGBT film organization, showcasing international, U.S. and local film, video and other media. The lineup includes nearly 250 films, speaker forums and networking parties. Event Website

This event runs June 5 - 15

through June 15

South Pacific

(Vivian Beaumont Theater at Lincoln Center, 150 West 65th St, New York, NY 10023) During World War II in the South Pacific, love is found between a young nurse, Nellie Forbush and an older French plantation owner, Emile de Becque. The war is tearing them apart. Event Website

This event runs March 1 - June 15

through June 15

Darwin's Garden: An Evolutionary Adventure

(New York Botanical Garden, 200th Street and Kazimiroff Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458) During this Garden-wide celebration of Charles Darwin's life and his groundbreaking work, explore his theories of evolution and natural selection. Event Website

This event runs April 25 - June 15

through June 15

GayFest NYC 2008

(TBG Theatre, 312 West 36th St, New York, NY 10018) This month-long event, benefiting the Harvey Milk High School scholarship fund, is the country�s premier festival of new works by LGBT authors and playwrights. Event Website

This event runs May 14 - June 15

through June 21

BABA, Black Artists' Expressions of Father Group Show

(Canvas Paper and Stone Gallery, 2611 Frederick Douglass Blvd, Studio 2N, (btwn West 139 & 140th Sts), New York, NY 10030) An eclectic mix of black visual artists and media, including painting, ceramics, photography and mixed media presenting work around the topic of BABA, which means "father" in several languages in Africa including Swahili, Shona, Zulu and Ndebele. Artist Reception: Saturday, June 14, 4-6pm. (212.875.7725) Event Website

This event runs May 30 - June 21

through June 21

The 8th Annual OUT LIKE THAT! Festival

(Various Locations, Bronx) The Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance puts on a full program of OUT entertainment. Event Website

This event runs June 6 - 21

through June 22

Top Girls

(Biltmore Theater, 261 West 47th St, New York, NY 10036) Set at the Top Girls Employment Agency in London in the early 1980s, this play tells the story of Marlene, an ambitious career woman who has just been appointed head of the firm. (Top Girls) Event Website

This event runs April 15 - June 22

through June 26

Human Rights Watch International Film Festival

(Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center, 165 West 65th St, New York, NY 10023) Through the eyes of committed and courageous filmmakers, experience the heroic stories of activists and survivors from all over the world. Event Website

This event runs June 12 - 26

through June 28

PINK & BENT: Art of Queer Women

(Leslie/Lohman Gallery, 26 Wooster St, New York, NY 10013) The goal of this show is to present audiences with a visual experience that depicts the many threads that sew queer women together as a community. Works on display by nearly 50 artists including such notable names as Judy Chicago, Harmony Hammond, G.B. Jones, The Guerilla Girls, Phranc and Joan E. Biren (JEB), hanging alongside up-and-coming artists. Event Website

This event runs May 20 - June 28

through June 29

Single Black Female

(The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036) (Tuesdays-Saturdays at 8pm; Saturdays and Sundays a) Openly gay director/actor Coleman Domingo (currently appearing on Broadway in "Passing Strange" helms the limited Off-Broadway engagement of Lisa B. Thompson's sassy comedy "Single Black Female" -- about single black women and their search for love, dignity and clothes. Starring Soara-Joye Ross (from "Jerry Springer: The Opera" and "Dance of the Vampires") and Riddick Marie, the new play takes a comic look at the pleasures and perils of being a single, middle-class woman who has everything she wants and needs, except more R-E-S-P-E-C-T -- and a man! ($30) (646-223-3010) Event Website

This event runs June 10 - 29

through June 29

Shakespeare in the Park presents Hamlet

(Delacorte Theater, Central Park at 81st St, New York, NY 10024) The Public Theater presents a new production of Shakespeare�s famous play, starring Michael Stuhlbarg. Event Website

This event runs May 27 - June 29

through July 5

Fever

(Dionysus Theater, 270 West 36th Street, New York, NY 10018) (8pm) FEVER is set on a scorching desert landscape. Under a relentless sun, two great warriors and mortal enemies, Atrox and Bonitas, have momentarily retired to their corners. Atrox enlists a handsome young soldier to his cause, the seduction and capture of Bonitas. FEVER tells the story of two legendary Generals who clash in a desperate struggle to win the soul and affections of a young man. ($25) Event Website

This event runs May 22 - July 5

through July 13

Arias With A Twist

(Here, 145 6th Ave, New York, NY 10013) Two national treasures unleash their epic imaginations to conjure a modern and intimate fantasy. Twist�s signature magic envelopes Joey Arias� legendary voice, transporting us to unpredictable worlds, channeling ecstatic desires, lavish nightmares and bizarre premonitions in a bejeweled cabinet of curiosities that could only be found in one of downtown's last enclaves for bohemian New York style. Event Website

This event runs June 12 - July 13

through July 13

Sex in Design/Design in Sex

(Museum of Sex, 233 5th Ave, New York, NY 10016) Highlights the best and most compelling sexually inspired contemporary designs from around the world. Event Website

This event runs January 31 - July 13

through July 13

Amazonia Design, Fashion and Sustainable Economy

(World Financial Center Courtyard Gallery, 200 Vesey Street, New York, NY 10281) Objects by contemporary designers from the Amazon region who utilize raw materials in their work. Event Website

This event runs April 17 - July 13

through July 18

Takashi Murakami

(Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238) The most comprehensive retrospective to date of the work of internationally acclaimed Japanese artist Takashi Murakami includes more than ninety works in various media that span the artist�s entire career, installed in more than 18,500 square feet of gallery space. ($10/$8) Event Website

This event runs April 5 - July 18

through July 26

BRiDGE as iCON

(Tabla Rasa Gallery, 224 48th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220) Artists Reception: Sunday, May 25, 2008, 2 - 4:30pm. In celebration of the 125th Anniversary of the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge, Tabla Rasa Gallery presents BRIDGE as ICON. This exhibition offers substantive artwork inspired by the world's best known bridge. The universally recognized Gothic arches provide a soaring visual metaphor for the spirit of ingenuity. As the omnipresent symbol of Brooklyn itself, the bridge has been an inspiration for poetry, cinema, music, advertising, as well as painting and graphic arts. Whether literal or symbolic, each artwork captures an individual essence of connection. (Free) [email protected] Event Website

This event runs May 22 - July 26

through July 27

Emergence / Governor's Island Summer Season

(Governor's Island, Ferries leave from Battery Maritime Building, South and Whitehall, Manhattan) Experimental, participatory art involving more than 30 artists/art collectives working in a variety of media, including artist talks, workshops and performances. Historic Building 14 on Governors Island is transformed from an abandoned outpost into an interactive, three-dimensional living exhibit. (Free) Event Website

This event runs May 30 - July 27

through August 9

Celebrate Brooklyn!

(Prospect Park Bandshell, 9th St, Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY 11215) (8pm) A fun and fantastic lineup of summer entertainment in the forms of world music, pop, hip hop, dance, silent films with live scores, readings and more. Artists include: July 12: Beth Orton; July 25: Philip Glass Ensemble; July 31: Mark Morris Dance Group; August 3: African Guitar Festival; August 7: Alvin Ailey II; and August 8: Lila Downs. Event Website

This event runs June 12 - August 9

through August 10

Playing the Building

(Battery Maritime Ferry Building, 10 South St, New York, NY 10004) David Byrne's massive installation in the historic Battery Maritime Building features an organ that triggers sounds from its metal beams, pipes and electrical conduits that invites you to play along. Event Website

This event runs May 1 - August 10

through August 21

Fourth Annual LGBT NYC Photo Club Exhibition

(LGBT Community Center, 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011) (6pm) Summer Exhibits series featuring As We See It, the fourth annual exhibition of works by our Photo Club. Nearly 100 works from club members will be on display for As We See It, representing a wide variety of themes, styles and techniques. Work is available for purchase directly from the photographer and 25% of all sales will be donated directly to The Center. (free) (646-338-3627) [email protected] Event Website

This event runs June 9 - August 21

through August 26

Big Apple Softball League

(Various Locations) (Weekends) Celebrating its 31st Anniversary, the league includes both competitive and recreational teams. Players of all skill levels are welcome. Event Website

This event runs May 26 - August 26

through August 31

The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef

(Winter Garden, World Financial Center) This colorful crocheted panoply of kelps, corals and anemones is an homage to Earth�s endangered coral reefs. Event Website

This event runs April 5 - August 31

through September 7

Polaroids: Mapplethorpe

(Whitney Museum of American Art, 945 Madison Ave at 75th St, New York, NY 10021) This special exhibition traces Robert Mapplethorpe's use of instant photography from 1970 to 1975. Included are self-portraits, figure studies, still lifes, and portraits of lovers and friends including Patti Smith, Sam Wagstaff, and Marianne Faithfull. Many of these small, intimate photographs convey tenderness and vulnerability. Others depict a toughness and immediacy that would give way in later years to more classical form. Unlike the highly crafted images Mapplethorpe staged in the studio and became famous for, these disarming pictures are marked by spontaneity and invention. Event Website

This event runs May 3 - September 7

through September 7

The 183rd Annual: An Invitational Exhibition of Contemporary American Art

(National Academy Museum, 1083 Fifth Ave at 89th St, New York, NY 10128, 212-369-4880) An exceptional selection of contemporary works by over 125 of the finest artists from across the country. This Annual consists of works by newly emerging artists and established artists, providing an exhibition of diverse ideas, mediums, and techniques. Event Website

This event runs May 29 - September 7

through September 28

JellyNYC Pool Parties at McCarren Park

(McCarren Park Pool, Lorimer St btwn Driggs Ave & Bayard St, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211) Mix kids water games like Slip 'n Slide and indie, rock, dance and world bands, and you've got THE coolest way to spend your summer Sundays! (Free) Event Website

This event runs June 6 - September 28

through September 28

Magic in Ancient Egypt: Image, Word and Reality

(Brooklyn Museum, 200 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11238) How the Egyptians, known throughout the ancient world for their expertise in magic, addressed the unknown forces of the universe is explored in this exhibition of twenty objects from the Brooklyn Museum's world-famous collection. Event Website

This event runs January 1 - September 28

through October 10

Piano in the Park

(Bryant Park, 25 West 40th St, New York, NY 10018) (12Noon - 1:45pm) Monday through Fridays. New artist every week performing for the public. Including Junior Mance, Armen Donelian, Joel Forrester, Russ Kassoff, Mike LeDonne, Todd Robbins, Yuka Aikawa, Dona Carter, Dan Manjovi, Deanna Witkowski, Roy Eaton, Victor Lin, Frank Owens, Jill McManus, Larry Ham, Luiz Simas, Ayako Shirasaki. Event Website

This event runs May 19 - October 10

through October 31

The Woods Campground

(Pocono Mountains, PA) The Woods Campground is a private, members-only, alternative campground catering to LGBT campers 18 years of age and older. Event Website

This event runs May 23 - October 31

through November 2

Henry Moore Sculpture at the Garden

(New York Botanical Garden, 200th Street and Kazimiroff Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458) This landmark presentation of monumental works will be the largest outdoor installation of Henry Moore sculpture in one location in the U.S. Event Website

This event runs May 24 - November 2

through November 8

Arbiters of Style: Women at the Forefront of Fashion

(FIT, 27th St & 7th Ave, New York, NY 10001) This exhibition features work by female designers as well as clothing and accessories worn by female department store executives, influential clients, magazine editors, muses and models. Event Website

This event runs May 21 - November 8

through December 31

Oscar Wilde in NYC Guided Walking Tour

(By Request) This tour is based on new and unique research into the people and places Oscar Wilde visited in the NY of the gilded age. Event Website

This event runs January 1 - December 31

Recurring Events this Saturday

Front Runners New York

Tuesdays at 7pm, 3rd St & Prospect Park West; Wednesdays at 6:45pm, 236 West 73rd St; Saturdays at 9:15am, 236 West 73rd St Event Website

This event runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays

Metro Wrestling Practices

(Fighthouse, 122 West 27th St, New York, NY 10001) (5 - 7pm) Metro Wrestling is New York City's gay freestyle wrestling club. Gay, straight, male or female, all are welcome to attend. Event Website

This event runs Saturdays

CBST Alef-Bet Shabbat Children's Program

(CBST, 57 Bethune St, New York, NY 10014) (11am) Event Website

This event runs every 2nd Saturday

CBST Shabbat Services and Torah Study

(CBST, 57 Bethune St, New York, NY 10014) (10am) Event Website

This event runs every 2nd and 3rd and 4th Saturday

Guided tours of the Chelsea Art Museum

(Chelsea Art Museum, 556 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011) (2 PM-3 PM) Join us for docent-led tours of our exhibition galleries. Highlighting works from both our permanent collection and our rotating exhibitions, tours are free with museum admission and start from the bookstore. (Free!) (212 255 0719) [email protected] Event Website

This event runs Saturdays