Lots of LGBT  events
going on all month, all over the city!


"Lilith, A Rock and Roll Music Spectacle" by Ludicrous Theatre at the BOHO theatre, 7016 N. Glenwood (just one block north of Morse redline stop.) A stage production by Artistic Director Wayne Shaw about the ancient Judeo-Christian myth of Adam's first mate before Eve utilizes lights, sounds, music and dance & deals with the origins of homosexuality, lesbianism, homophobia & other issues. Opens June 12 and closes June 27. Thurs.,Fri.,Sat. at 8 PM & Sun. 2 PM. Ages 18 & over only. Tickets: $15 available at: www.brownpapertickets.com Info: www.ludicroustheatre.com.


JUNE (various dates) - PLAY - "Bombs Away" - part of Pride 2009 by Bailiwick Repertory at Mary's attic, 5400 N. Clark St. For days, time and prices: www.bailiwick.org 773-883-1090.


JUNE 13 - WINDY CITY GAY IDOL FINALS - 7th Annual competition by Windy City Media Group at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted. 2 PM (door); 4 PM (start). www.windycitymediagroup.com cynthia@windycitymediagroup.com 773-871-7610 est. 301.

JUNE 14 - DATING EVENT - "Dating For Lesbian Nerds" by Nerds at Heart and Sapphic Adventures at Fat Cat, 4840 N. Broadway. 12 Noon to 3 PM. $20 advance registration required. Admission includes one cocktail. Limited brunch menu available for purchase. Get your "geek" on with other Lesbian singles during this al fresco event ( weather permitting, indoors otherwise). Show off skills at board games & trivia quizzes. Themed prizes, too. www.nerdsatheart.com 312-265-6085.



JUNE 17 - BIRDHOUSE ART AUCTION & COCKTAIL PARTY - "Home Tweet Home" by Chicago House at Galleria Marchetti, 825 E. Erie. For tickets: www.chicagohouse.org 773-248-5200 x303.

JUNE 19 - NETWORKING - "Thank God It's Friday !- the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation-GLAAD's national networking event series for young professionals. Location: Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted. For fee and more information: www.glaad.org.

JUNE 19 - WOMEN'S PRIDE PARTY - "Just Dance" by Chix Mix Productions at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted. 9 PM-4 AM. $7 (cover). Dance party with DJ's Just Beth & Dragonfire. www.chixmixproductions.com.

JUNE 20 - WORKSHOP - "Choose Life: Spiritual Energy for Coming Out Decisions"by Living Well Ministries, 6554 N. Rockwell. 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. $35 (Pre-registration by June 17 required). Includes one optional 1-1 coaching session. Led by Rev. Jackie Belile, a lesbian Baptist minister and spiritual life coach. jacki@livingwellministries.net 773-655-4357.

 

JUNE 20 - RIB FEST - by the Youth Pride Center at 5480 S. Kenwood. 1 PM. $1.00 includes a taste of all kinds of meats and sides including rib tips, chicken, hot links, potato salad, baked beans & more. This is an intergenerational outdoor event wherein youth can bring the person who serves as a father figure/mentor for them. Fest includes booths & other mentor activities. youthpridecenter@gmail.com 773-690-6790 (Pride event info line only).

 

JUNE 22 - RECEPTION - "Pride & Joy" by the Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted. 6 PM to 10 PM. Tickets: $10. www.GLHallofFame.org hofevents09@yahoo.com 312-744-7911.

JUNE 22 - LIVE TALKSHOW - "The View" - Youth Pride Center debuts its live talkshow with 5 LGBT panelists discussing hot topics and more ! Special guests stop by and sit on the couchto discuss issues w/ a LGBT twist. 7 PM. Free. Location: TBA. youthpridecenter@gmail.com 773-690-6790 (pride event info line only).

JUNE 23 - AWARDS CEREMONY - "30 Under 30 Awards" by Windy City Media Group at the Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted. 5:30 PM. The awards honor 30 outstanding young (under 30 years old) LGBT individuals, and their allies. Co-sposored by AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Center on Halsted, Howard Brown Health Center and Better Existence with HIV (BEHIV). www.windycitymediagroup.com.


JUNE 25 - BOAT CRUISE - " Ladies on the Lake" by Lambda Legal. Chicago's Fair Lady, Michigan Avenue & the river. 6 PM to 9:30 PM. $50 tickets available online: www.lambdalegal.org/events chicagoevents@lambdalegal.org 312-663-4413.

 

JUNE 26 - STREET FESTIVAL - "Chicago Pride Fest" by Northalsted Area Merchants Assn. (NAMA) on Halsted St., from Waveland to Grace. 3 PM to 10 PM. $5 voluntary contribution goes to NAMA. (Two day festival continues on June 27 from 11 AM to 10 PM). www.chicagoevents.com 773-868-3010.

 

JUNE 26 - PARTY - "Your Community, Your Center 2009 Celebration" hosted by the Associate Board of the Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted (3^rd Floor, Richard J. Daley Roftop Garden). 5:30 PM to 9 PM. $15 includes three drink tickets, beer, wine & soft drinks and a cash bar will be available. Attendees must be 21 y.o. with proper ID. Info or tickets: www.centeronhalsted.org 773-472-6469.

JUNE 27 -  LUAU ON THE LAKE with MadBoy Party Cruise. 12:30 - 3:00pm. Tickets $85, includes lunch, open bar and Entertainment.
Boards at Navy Pier - KANAN Yacht.

 

JUNE 27 - OUTDOOR WEEKEND PRIDE PARTY - "6th Annual Backlot Bash" in parking lot behind Cheetah Gym, 5238 N. Clark St. Live bands, drinks & dance. 3 PM to 10 PM ($10 before 5 PM; $15 after) Age 21+. (Two day event continues on June 28). www.backlotbashchicago.com backlotbash@yahoo.com.

JUNE 27 - PRIDE RUN & WALK - 28th Annual "Proud To Run" - 5k & 10k run & 2 mile fun walk presented in association with Frontrunners/Frontwalkers Chicago at Montrose Harbor. 8:04 AM. Proceeds benefit Gerber/Hart Library & Pride Youth. Sign up at: www.registerPTR.com Information: www.frfwchicago.org.

JUNE 27 - STREET FESTIVAL - "Chicago Pride Fest" by Northalsted Area Merchants Assn. (NAMA) on Halsted St., from Waveland to Grace. 11 AM to 10 PM. $5 voluntary contribution goes to NAMA. (second day of two day festival). www.chicagoevents.com 773-868-3010.

 

JUNE 27 - DYKE MARCH CHICAGO - a Rally is scheduled for 1 PM at 1800 S. Halsted St. in the Pilsen community. Step off, after the rally ends. www.myspace.com/dykemarchchicago dykemarchchicago@gmail.com.

 

JUNE 27 - OUTDOOR TEA DANCE      "Sober & Proud v. 2.0" by Alexian Brothers Bonaventure House, 825 W. Wellington. 5 PM to 10 PM. Suggested Donation: $10 to defray costs. Food and beverages provided (alcohol & drug-free event for LGBT members & friends who are in recovery). Open to the public. www.bonaventurehouse.org/soberandproud events@abam.org 773-327-9921.

JUNE 28 - CHICAGO 40th ANNUAL PRIDE PARADE - coordinated by PRIDEChicago. Line up: corner of Halsted Street (800 West) and Belmont Avenue (3200 North). Step off from the Halsted/Belmont corner at 12 Noon, proceeding north on Halsted (to Broadway); then south on Broadway (to Diversey); then east on Diversey (to Cannon Drive) in Lincoln Park. Information: www.ChicagoPrideCalendar.org 773-348-8243. Grand Marshal is actor, teacher & activist Alexandra Billings.

JUNE 28 - RED PARTY - the official Youth Pride Center Pride Parade AFTER Party-FREE when you wear red !! ($5.00 for others). Location: TBA, Ages 13 to 21 only. youthpridecenter@gmail.com 773-690-6790. Pride event info line only).

 

JUNE 28 - DANCE - "Girlblast" annual event at Ann Sather parking lot, 929 W. Belmont (enter on Belmont Ave.). Coordinated by Lynn Malec. 1 PM to 10 PM. $12 door (portion of proceeds benefits a local charity). Guest DJ's. Food available. 312-493-7123.

 

JUNE 28 - OUTDOOR WEEKEND PRIDE PARTY - "6th Annual Backlot Bash" in parking lot behind Cheetah Gym, 5238 N. Clark St. Live bands, drinks & dance. 2 PM to 10 PM ($10) Age 21+. www.backlotbashchicago.com backlotbash@yahoo.com.

JUNE 28 - PARTY - "Pretty Boy Pride featuring Pepper Mashay" by Pretty Boy Enterprises Inc. event at 2539 N. Kedzie Ave. 9 PM to 2 AM. Age: 18+ to party; 21+ to drink. www.prettyboypresents.com jstern@prettyboyenterprisesinc.com 773-507-0566.

JUNE 30 - BLACK LGBT PRIDE - beginning this coming week there are dozens of events scheduled for the LGBT Black Pride celebration. www.windycityblackpride.org www.chicagowindycityblackpride.com
www.chiblackpride.com.



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