JUNE ( various dates ) - CENTER ON HALSTED - During June Pride Month, the center will be hosting a variety of LGBTQ events. 3656 N. Halsted in Chicago. www.centeronhalsted.org
JUNE ( various dates ) - PLAY - "Bright Half Life" by About Face Theatre at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. Wed.-Sat. at 7:30 pm, Sun. at 3 pm. www.aboutfacetheatre.com, 773-975-8150 ( box office )
JUNE ( various dates ) - PLAYS - "NUNS FOR FUN" and "BIBLE BINGO," by Nuns 4 Fun Entertainment, both during Pride Month at Royal George Theater, 1641 N. Halsted in Chicago. For times, ticket prices ( 1/2 price tickets using code "Pride" ), etc.: www.nuns4fun.com, info@nuns4fun.com, 312-988-9000
JUNE ( various dates ) - SIDETRACK: STORYTELLING/JamBOREE/ ANNIVERSARY - These and other events will take place during June Pride Month at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted St. in Chicago. Events include: June 3 - STONEWALL Dog Day 1-5 pm; June 6 - OUTSpoken LGBTQ Storytelling 6-9 pm; June 14 - All Things Beyonce 9 pm-2 am; June 15 - Sidetrack Anniversary Party: Jamboree: 35 Years of Pride 6 pm-2 am; June 21- Pride Divas Sync-it! 9 pm-2 am; June 22 - Professionals Do Pride Event 5-8:30 pm. www.sidetrackchicago. com/calendar
JUNE ( various dates ) - PLAYS, READINGS, SPECIAL EVENTS - for Pride Month at Pride Arts Center that is run by Pride Films & Plays. For information: www.prideartscenter.com or 800-737-0984.
JUNE 1 - BENEFIT PARTY - "Out of the Office"-16th annual Pride Month kick-off fundraiser. This year, 100% of ticket sales benefits Chicago House Trans Works program. Planners and volunteers include representatives from I/O Godfrey, Dream Town Realty, Chicago House and Fifth Third Bank. Location: I/O Godfrey Rooftop Lounge, 127 W. Huron in Chicago. 6-8 pm. ( a pre-party from 5-6 pm will feature libations, silent auction, raffle, etc. sponsored by Tito's Vodka and I/O Godfrey ). For tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/out-of-the-office- tickets-33781586635
JUNE 1 - BENEFIT - "Pride Tote Fundraiser for Howard Brown Health" by Whole Foods Market at twenty-one ( 21 ) Whole Foods Market locations ( while supplies last ). $1.50 per bag with 100% proceeds to benefit Howard Brown Health. www.wholefoodsmarket.com
JUNE 1 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Out & Proud in Chicago" 9 pm on 11.1 on WTTW HD. Encore presentation of the critically-acclaimed show featuring historical coverage of LGBTs in Chicago. Narrated by actress and Chicago native Jane Lynch. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( Repeated on June 2 at 3 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ). www.wttw.com
JUNE 2 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Out & Proud in Chicago" 3 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. Encore presentation of the critically- acclaimed show featuring historical coverage of LGBTs in Chicago. Narrated by actress and Chicago native Jane Lynch. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. www.wttw.com
JUNE 3 - FUNDRAISER - "2017 Dick Uyvari Memorial Celebrity Bowl" benefit for LGBT Hall of Fame at Waveland Bowl, 3700 N. Western Ave, in Chicago. 10:30 am until 12:45 pm. Information: www.GLHallofFame.org, friendsglhalloffame@gmail.com, 773-401-8893.
JUNE 3 - BENEFIT PERFORMANCE - for Legacy Project : "Black Pearl: A Tribute to Josephine Baker" by Black Ensemble Theatre, 4450 N. Clark St., in Chicago. Tickets $50 includes a private reception ( 6:30 pm ) proceeding the performance and premium seating. Curtain: 8 pm. Reception made possible through the generosity of Jackie Taylor, the Black Ensemble Theatre and Dr. Paul Lisnek. Indoor valet parking available for an additional $10. See the Legacy Project's Josephine Baker display in the lobby and meet the cast from this breathtaking homage to one of the world's greatest entertainers and social justice warriors. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/black-pearl-benefit-for-the-legacy-project-tickets-34629085527
JUNE 4 - PRE-PRIDE MIXER - by Boi Magazine at Halsted Flats, 3740 N. Halsted in Chicago. 6-9 pm. No purchase required, 21+ to attend. Those on guest list will be given exclusive entry to the cocktail party with food, drinks, music, wine tasting and building tours. To be on guest list, e-mail your name to: 773RSVP@gmail.com or fill out guest list form on web site: www.boimag.com
JUNE 4 - PRIDE KICKOFF BRUNCH - fundraiser for Equality Illinois at Life Creative, 1655 W. Walnut St. in Chicago. Ticket information: www. equalityillinois.org
JUNE 6 - TELEVISION SHOW - Independent Lens "The New Black" 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. This documentary is an encore presentation about how the African-American community dealt with the gay rights issue in light of the same sex marriage movement and the fight over civil rights. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. www.wttw.com
JUNE 9 - PRIDE KICKOFF - Retro Style by Women For Women. Join Center on Halsted's Women's Action Committee for this event featuring a throwback rendition of The Dating Game at Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., in Chicago. 6-9 pm. Price: to be announced. Retro-cocktails and a rooftop dance to groovy retro beats, too. www.centeronhalsted.org
JUNE 10 - CAAN CONGRESS - Topic: "Creative Community Solutions Without a Budget" at Disability Resource Center, 77 N. 129th Infantry Dr., Joliet, IL 11 am - 1 pm. Everyone/every group welcome. Free. Sign language interpreter will be present. info@caanmidwest.org, 815-729-7906
JUNE 10 - BBQ - "Flag Day Beer Bust & BBQ"- annual fundraiser for American Veterans for Equal Rights ( AVER ) at Replay Bar, 3439 N. Halsted in Chicago. 3-7 pm. $10. www.averchicago.org, jamesdarby@aol.com, 773-752-0058
JUNE 13 - TELEVISION SHOW - Independent Lens "Limited Partnership" 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. This encore presentation chronicles the 40- year love story between Filipino-American Richard Adams and his Australian husband Tony Sullivan who, in 1975, were one of the first same-sex couples in the world to be legally married ( thanks to a courageous county clerk in Boulder, Colorado ). After that, Richard was denied a green card and the Immigration and Naturalization Service sent a letter stating, "You have failed to establish that a bona fide relationship can exist between two faggots." Outraged at the tone, tenor and politics of the letter—and to prevent Tony's deportation—they embarked on a journey that included bringing a lawsuit against the federal government. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( repeated on June 29 at 10 pm on 11.1 WTTW HD and on June 30 at 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ) www.wttw.com
JUNE 14 - SALUTE TO LGBT VETERANS - by American Veterans for Equal Rights ( AVER ) at Daley Plaza in downtown Chicago. 12 Noon. Free. www. averchicgo.org, jamesdarby@aol.com, 773-752-0058.
JUNE 15 - WORKSHOP - "What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up?"- Maybe you aren't sure what your dream job is. This workshop could help you identify your special skills and define your new direction ... and also allows you freedom to explore. Facilitated by Judi Lansky of Lansky Career Consultants at 115 S. LaSalle St. #2600 in Chicago. 6:30-8:30 pm. Reservations required, no cost. www.lanskycareerconsultants.com, jlansky@lanskycareerconsultants.com, 312-494-0022.
JUNE 15 ( though June 18 ) - WOMEN'S FUNNY FESTIVAL at 1225 W. Belmont Ave., in Chicago. 2-11 pm. $15. show: All day pass available. www. stage773.com, info@stage773.com, 773-327-5252.
JUNE 16 - RECEPTION - "Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame Pride & Joy Reception" at Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., in Chicago. 5-8 pm. Tickets: $20 includes two drinks and light hors d'oeuvres. www.chicagolgbthalloffame.org, inquiry@chicagolgbthalloffame.org, 773-281-5077.
JUNE 17 - CHORAL CONCERT & DANCE - "Family of Friends" by the Artemis Singers, Chicago's Lesbian feminist chorus at First Unitarian Church, 5650 S. Woodlawn in Chicago. 7 pm. Co-sponsored by Affinity Community Services. The dance with live DJ follows the concert. Tickets: http://family-of- friends.brownpapertickets.com/, www.artemissingers.org, info@artemissingers. org 773-764-4465.
JUNE 17 - CHICAGO PRIDE FEST - A street festival with vendors and entertainers by Northalsted Business Alliance ( NBA ). 11 am to 10 pm. Two-day festival continues on June 18. www.northalsted.com
JUNE 17 - OUTDOOR WOMEN'S FESTIVAL - "Back Lot Bash 2017" - a mix of music and entertainment. 6 pm. ( continues on June 22 to June 25 ).For information: www.backlotbashchicago.com
JUNE 17 - PRESENTATION - "Pride LGBTQIA Storytelling Show" at Women & Children First Books, 5233 N. Clark St. in Chicago. 7 pm. Information: www. womenandchildrenfirst.com, wcfbooks@gmail.com, 773-769-9299.
JUNE 17 - PRIDE BRUNCH & RECEPTION - "Sharing Light, Sharing Faith in Divided Times" hosted by Chicago Coalition of Welcoming Churches ( CCWC ) at Unitarian Church of Evanston, 1331 Ridge Ave., in Evanston, IL, 10 am to 12 noon. For CCWC member churches and those interested in joining. RSVP by June 14 to Jacki@chicgowelcomingchurches.org
JUNE 18 - CHICAGO PRIDE FEST - A street festival with vendors and entertainers by Northalsted Business Alliance ( NBA ). 11 am to 10 pm. Second day of a two-day festival. www.northalsted.com
JUNE 19 - TELEVISION SHOW - Independent Lens "Real Boy" 10 pm on 11.1 WTTW HD. This presentation is a moving and intimate story of a family in transition that follows the journey of trans teen Bennett as he navigates adolescence, sobriety and the physical and emotional ramifications of his changing gender identity. Through the process, his mother Suzy makes her own transformation, traveling a difficult road toward accepting that the daughter she raised as Rachael is now her son Bennett. Filmed over the course of four years, "Real Boy" is a love story about a mother and son who rediscover connection with each other and find support from their communities.This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( repeated on June 20 at 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ). www.wttw.com
JUNE 20 - TELEVISION SHOW - Independent Lens "Real Boy" 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. Also shown June 19. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. www.wttw.com
JUNE 21 - AWARDS CEREMONY - "30 Under 30 Awards" by Windy City Media Group at Polo Cafe and Catering, 3322 S. Morgan St. in Chicago. Reception: 5:30 pm; Program: 6-7:30 pm. The awards honor 30 outstanding young ( under 30 years old ) LGBT individuals and allies who have made substantial contributions to the Chicagoland LGBT communities. Information: www.windycitymediagroup.com, Andrew@windycitymediagroup.com, 773-871-7610
JUNE 21 - TRANS COMMUNITY ICE CREAM SOCIAL - 2nd annual event. Co-sponsored by Center on Halsted and Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams at the Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., in Chicago. 5:30-8:30 pm. FREE. www. centeronhalsted.org
JUNE 22 - OUTDOOR WOMEN'S FESTIVAL - "Back Lot Bash, 2017"- a mix of music and entertainment. 6 pm. ( continues June 23, 24, 25 ). For information: www.backlotbashchicago.com
JUNE 22 - TELEVISION SHOW - American Masters "Billie Jean King " 9 pm on 11.1 WTTW HD. The story of athlete and activist Billie Jean King. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( repeated on June 23 at 3 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime and on June 24 at 10 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ) www.wttw.com
JUNE 22 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Penny: Champion of the Marginalized" 10:30 pm on 11.1 WTTW HD. This documentary is a multi-dimensional portrait of Penny Cooper, a celebrated criminal defense attorney, art collector, supporter of female artists and protector of the underdog. Cooper's life brims with stories mirroring the profound changes in our country from the 1940s to the present. In this revealing documentary, she, along with the people that she has impacted with her dynamic spirit have anecdotes and stories to tell. Cooper offers a unique perspective on important social narratives such as social justice, the artists and collectors who generate today's global contemporary art market, gender equality, and more. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( repeated on June 23 at 4:30 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ). www.wttw.com
JUNE 23 - AM KESHET COMMUNITY AWARDS - by Temple Sholom of Chicago - Or Chadash, 3480 N. Lake Shore Dr., in Chicago. 5-6:15 pm. Free event. Please RSVP to Shayna@sholomchicago.org, www.sholomchicago.org/ community-groups/or-chadash/, 773-435-1559
JUNE 23 - OUTDOOR WOMEN'S FESTIVAL - "Back Lot Bash, 2017"- a mix of music and entertainment. 11 am. ( continues June 24 & 25 ). For information: www.backlotbashchicago.com
JUNE 23 - COMEDY SHOW - "Gaywatch" by Gayco Productions at Playground Theater, 3209 N. Halsted in Chicago. 10 pm. This is an entirely improvised show inspired by true stories told by heroes of the LGBT communities. Another show on June 24. Information and tickets: www.gayco.com
JUNE 23 - TELEVISION SHOW - American Masters "Billie Jean King" 3 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. The story of athlete and activist Billie Jean King. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( repeated on June 24 at 10 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ). www. wttw.com
JUNE 23 - TELEVISION SHOW - "Penny: Champion of the Marganilized" 4:30 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. Also shown June 22. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. www.wttw.com
JUNE 24 - CHICAGO DYKE MARCH - For more information: www. facebook.com/groups/dykemarchchicago or chicagodykemarch.wordpress.com, dykemarchchicago@gmail.com
JUNE 24 - PRIDE LITURGY - annual event by Dignity/Chicago at Broadway United Methodist Church, 3338 N. Broadway in Chicago. 5 pm. www. dignitychicago.org
JUNE 24 - TELEVISION SHOW - American Masters "Billie Jean King" 10 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. The story of athlete and activist Billie Jean King. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. www.wttw.com
JUNE 24 - WALK & RUN - "Proud To Run" - 36th annual event includes 5K and 10 K race/walk. 8:04 am from Montrose Harbor. Benefit for community organizations. The event is USA Track and Field-certified, CARA-certified and presented in association with Frontrunners/Frontwalkers Chicago. For fees and registration information: www.proudtorun.org
JUNE 24 - OUTDOOR WOMEN'S FESTIVAL - "Back Lot Bash, 2017"- a mix of music and entertainment . 11 am. ( continues June 25 ). For information: www.backlotbashchicago.com
JUNE 24 - COMEDY SHOW - "Gaywatch" by Gayco Productions at Playground Theater, 3209 N. Halsted in Chicago. 10 pm. This is an entirely improvised show inspired by true stories told by heroes of the LGBT communities. Second night of show. Information and tickets: www.gayco.com
JUNE 25 - OUTDOOR WOMEN'S FESTIVAL - "Back Lot Bash, 2017"- a mix of music and entertainment. 11 am. For information: www.backlotbashchicago. com
JUNE 25 - PRIDE PARADE - "Chicago 48th Annual Pride Parade" coordinated by PRIDEChicago. 12 Noon. www.ChicagoPrideCalendar.org PrideChgo@aol. com 773-348-8243.
JUNE 25 - SERVICE - "Annual Parade Day Service of Dedication" Preceding Pride Parade kick-off. information: www.chicagowelcomingchurches.org
JUNE 28 - CONFERENCE - "Aging With Pride" by Rush University Medical Center, 1725 W. Harrison ( Searle Conference Center, Ste. 543, billing ) in Chicago. 1 pm. www. rush.edu/LGBTQ, christopher_nolan@rush.edu, 800-757-0202
JUNE 29 - TELEVISION SHOW - Independent Lens "Limited Partnership" at 10 pm on 11.1 WTTW HD. This encore presentation chronicles the 40- year love story between Filipino-American Richard Adams and his Australian husband Tony Sullivan who, in 1975, were one of the first same-sex couples in the world to be legally married ( thanks to a courageous county clerk in Boulder, Colorado ). After that, Richard was denied a green card and the Immigration and Naturalization Service sent a letter stating, "You have failed to establish that a bona fide relationship can exist between two faggots." Outraged at the tone, tenor and politics of the letter—and to prevent Tony's deportation—they embarked on a journey that included bringing a lawsuit against the federal government. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. ( repeated on June 30 at 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime ). www. wttw.com
JUNE 30 ( through July 3 ) - CHICAGO BLACK PRIDE - There will be various events for the LGBTQ Black communities and allies, including: June 30- "ELATION" Black Pride Kick-Off at Fantasy by Clubhouse/URBANO, Rails Marketing Group & FZ Entertainment. 11 pm to 4 am w/ DJs, dancers and a celebrity TBA. Also: JULY 1 - "Annual URBANO Black Party" at Metro sponsored by Southside Help Center & AHF. 11 pm to 5 am. Serayah ( Tiana from Empire ) will be live onstage with her dancers. Also DJ spinning until 5 am. Flavaworks is flying in national dancers. First 50 people get in free with an HIV test. www.windycityblackpride.info
JUNE 30 - TELEVISION SHOW - Independent Lens "Limited Partnership" at 4 pm on 11.2 WTTW Prime. Also shown June 29. This is one of several LGBT-related shows on WTTW HD and WTTW Prime during June Pride Month. www.wttw.com
