Wed., July 2
Black Alphabet Film Festival Showcasing films and other works that highlight and explore the African American Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer ( LGBTQ ) and Same Gender Loving ( SGL ) experience. 3:00pm DuSable Museum, 40 E 56th Pl., blackalphabet.org
Propeller Fund application information session Propeller Fund is administered jointly by Gallery 400 at the University of Illinois at Chicago and threewalls to promote informal and independently organized visual arts activities. 6:00pm , www.propellerfund.org
Honduran LGBT Leader in Chicago Since a 2009 U.S.-supported coup against the Honduras's democratically-elected government, rampant violence has engulfed the country's LGBTs, compesinos, unionists, human rights activists and journalists, giving it the highest murder rate in the world. Nelson Arambu from the Movimiento de Diverisdad en Resistencia, a long time leader in Honduras's LGBT movement, will speak about the challenges that they face. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Berger Park Cultural Center 6205 N. Sheridan Rd https://www.facebook.com/events/760825617281929/
National Anthem Singing Contest Finals for Out at Wrigley Finalists sign up at 7pm. Winner will be announced and will sing at Wrigley July 12. 8:00pm Roscoe's Tavern 3356 N Halsted St outatwrigley.com
Thursday, July 3
Black Alphabet Film Festival Showcasing films and other works that highlight and explore the African American Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer ( LGBTQ ) and Same Gender Loving ( SGL ) experience. 5:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted blackalphabet.org
United Black Pride Welcome Rooftop Party See www.windycityblackpride.info/ for room rate and code. 6:00pm Inn of Chicago Skyline Terrece 162 E Ohio St 22nd floor http://ubpride.com/events/
Spanish-language forum on Bible, LGBTs in June, July For Spanish-speaking people who are interested in exploring the biblical texts from their own personal experience, in a serious way, and in a safe and affirming atmosphere for all people who identify as LGBT. Contact Esther Baruja at estherbaruja@gmail.com or 312-320-1341. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Wellington Avenue United Church of Christ, 615 W. Wellington Ave., Chicago
Step Up. Get Tested The campaign sponsors mobile HIV testing sites all across the Chicago area. Through July 4. 10:00pm Text IL plus your zip code to 36363 for HIV testing facility near you http://http://stepupgettested.com/
Friday, July 4
Lakeside Pride Freedom Marching Band @ Oak Park Fourth of July Parade Celebrate the birth of American independence in Oak Park at this 10th with Lakeside Pride and the Oak Park Area Lesbian and Gay Association ( OPALGA ). 10:00am Longfellow Park 610 S Ridgeland Ave Oak Park, IL 60304 ( 773 ) 381-6693 www.lakesidepride.org
4th of July Blowout $4 Sam Adams, $4 Fireball shots, blowjob contest at midnight. You'll just have to come in to see what that means. 3:00pm - 11:00pm Touche 6412 N Clark St www.touchechicago.com
United Black Pride Fourth of July Happy Hour 7:00pm - 9:00pm , http://ubpride.com/events/
Saturday, July 5
The Chosen Few Old School Reunion Picnic In honor or Frankie Knuckles 6:00am - 8:00pm Jackson Park, 83rd and Hayes Dr. http://ubpride.com/events/
Pride Index Esteem Awards Honoring individuals and organizations from Chicago and across the country including Craig Johnson, Sanford E. Gaylord, David Bridgeforth of DBQ Magazine, Trisha Lee Holloway of Howard Brown, Simone Koehlinger, Gregg Shapiro of boi Magazine, brklynboihood.com, colorlines.com, Thr Trevor Project, About Face Theatre, The Bayard Rustin LGBT Coalition ( BRC ), Teresa M. Adams & Can We Talk For Real, Urban Socialites Magazine, B-Boy Blues The Play and many more. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Sidetrack 3349 N Halsted St www.TheEsteemAwards.com
Queer, Ill and OK What does it look like to be queer and live with HIV, mental, or chronic illness today? *Defibrillator Gallery is an ADA compliant space. $5-10 suggested donation. 7:00pm Defibrillator Gallery 1136 N. Milwaukee Ave. https://www.facebook.com/events/1493541460858368/
Sunday, July 6
United Black Pride Picnic and beach party 9:00am - 8:00pm Rainbow Beach http://ubpride.com/events/
Madonnarama All Madge, all night with DJ Riley York. 10:00pm - 4:00am Berlin Nightclub 954 W Belmont Ave www.berlinchicago.com
Monday, July 7
Asian & Pacific Islander Coming Out Support Group Share your journey in a safe space. Open to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and queer APIs. Adoptees, and multiracial folks welcome. First Monday of every month. Room 722 6:00pm - 7:30pm Asian Human Services 4753 N. Broadway 7th Floor www.chicagoi2i.org
Tuesday, July 8
Vernita Gray LGBTQ Youth Fund Food by Ann Sathers. Contribution levels begin at $50. Make checks to Crossroads Fund. Space limited. RSVP to VGRAYFUND@GMAIL.COM 6:00pm - 8:00pm 6033 N. Sheridan Rd., Donationnetworkforgood.net/crossroadsfund Tickets: http://www.VGYOUTHFUND.BROWNPAPERTICKETS.COM
LGBTQ Homeless Youth Project followup meeting To focus on next steps from the Windy City Times homeless youth summit report. View full report online. RSVP to editor@windycitymediagroup.com . 6:00pm - 8:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted http://chicagosummit.lgbthomelessness.com/
Wed., July 9
Taste of Chicago 2014 Annual City of Chicago food festival 9:00am - 10:00pm Grant Park 337 E. Randolph St http://www.events12.com/chicago
Paul McCartney's Out There tour More information to come 9:00pm Tickets: PaulMcCartney.com
Thursday, July 10
Spanish-language forum on Bible, LGBTs in June, July For Spanish-speaking people who are interested in exploring the biblical texts from their own personal experience, in a serious way, and in a safe and affirming atmosphere for all people who identify as LGBT. Contact Esther Baruja at estherbaruja@gmail.com or 312-320-1341. 6:30pm - 8:30pm Wellington Avenue United Church of Christ, 615 W. Wellington Ave.
The About Face Youth Theatre: Checking Boxes Original play devised by the About Face Youth Theatre, exploring the often overlooked intersection between immigration and the LGBTQIA experience. Talented young artists share experiences of coming out, growing up and pursuing the American Dream. In association with the Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks initiative, through Aug. 1. 7:00pm Parks across the City www.aboutfacetheatre.com
Taste of Chicago 2014 Annual City of Chicago food festival 9:00pm - 10:00pm Grant Park 337 E. Randolph St http://www.events12.com/chicago
Friday, July 11
National Gay & Lesbian Sports Hall of Fame 2nd Annual Induction Ceremony and meet and mingle with the inductees. 6:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted Tickets: https://www.facebook.com/GLsportsHOF
South Shore Air Show Be entertained by numerous aerial acts including the U.S.A.F. Thunderbirds, twilight show with fireworks, kids' zone, military displays, beer garden, and food and novelty vendors. Plus you can take in Fair Oaks Farms' Dairy Adventure, Pig Adventure, birthing barn, cheese factory, cafe and Mooville, a lively outdoor attraction for kids. 6:00pm - 10:00pm 856 N 600 E, Fair Oaks, IN 47943, ( 877 ) 536-1194, fofarms.com/ www.southshorecva.com/airshow/ Tickets: http://www.southshorecva.com/airshow/tickets/
Chicago Sky broadcast Contest against Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury. Brooke Weisbrod, Lisa Byington and Patricia Babcock-McGraw are color commentator, play-by-play announcer and sideline reporter respectively. The U Too broadcasts at WCIU-DT 26.2 and cable channels XFINITY 248/360, RCN 35 and WOW 170. 7:30pm U Too, WCIU-DT 26.2, and WNBA's LiveAccess at www.chicagosky.net http://www.wnba.com/sky/news/2014_sky_broadcast_schedule.html#sthash.qAI3hASY.dpuf
Wilmette Summerfest Concert and Garden Party Music Institute of Chicago will offer an Instrument Petting Zoo for children to experiment with a variety of string instruments 7:30pm St. Augustine's Episcopal Church 1140 Wilmette Avenue, Wilmette http://www.gardenconcert.wilmettesummerfest.org/
Saturday, July 12
Ride For AIDS Chicago 2014 Ride for AIDS Chicago is a two-day, 190-mile, bicycling event created by volunteers and designed to raise needed monies for TPAN and Community Partners. Unlike other rides of this kind, Ride for AIDS Chicago is committed to returning 100% of your pledges to the beneficiaries. Concludes July 13. 6:30am Meet 1022 W. Central St. Evanston; http://www.tpan.com/event/rfac-2014
Second City Tennis opens: Chardonnay Played on Har-Tru Green Clay, this annual tournament also features a cookout for the players, a consolation round and a relaxed fun atmosphere for players across many playing levels. Cost is only $100/team. Rules and registration instructions online. 11:00am - 9:00pm Diversey Public Tennis Center www.secondcitytennis.com
Out at Wrigley Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves. Budweiser Patio tickets: $130: Gift Bag, All You Can Eat, All You Can Drink Beer Wine, 1 pass to Bud Patio Deck. Terrace reserved tickets: $57. Section 239/240. 3:00pm - 8:00pm Wrigley Field 1060 W Addison St., # 1, www.outatwrigley.com
Asians & Friends A group will see the blockbuster movie, "Transformers 4" where AFC Pres. Angel Abcede may appear as an extra. 3:00pm Contact an organizer for location and start time www.afchicago.org
Tuesday, July 15
Chicago Gay Men's Chorus: Some Like it Hot, the Music of Disney CGMC's fundraising cabaret, features members of Chicago Gay Men's Chorus heating up your summer with our take on the music of Disney! Enjoy the happiest music on Earth, done with our own special twist. 8:00pm The Laugh Factory Chicago 3175 N Broadway, www.cgmc.org
