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Friday, April 27
Enjoy a spring wine tasting, mingle with friends and nibble on light bites from Highland Bakery with a fundraiser for Chairs Circle, the non-profit arm of Charis Books and More. $30 pre-sale at Charis, $50 for two. $40 each at the door. 7 - 10 p.m. at Highland Bakery, 655 Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312,
www.charisbooksandmore.com, http://chariscirclewinetasting.eventbrite.com
The Augusta Pride Committee hosts the “Hollywood Glam” Mr. and Ms. Augusta Pride 2012 Pageant to help raise money for the annual festival. Doors open at 7:30, pageant begins at 8:30 at Sky City, 1157 Broad St., Augusta, GA 30901, http://on.fb.me/HLRC0E
“The Chamber” reunion party brings back the days of Atlanta’s punk-goth club. 10 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, 306 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.atlantaeagle.com
Julie Osborne Entertainment presents Funny Friday with DJ Tina V and comedians A.K. Bjorn, Angela Miller, Shirley Ingram, Shep Slater and more. $10. Doors at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. at My Sister’s Room, 1271 Glenwood Ave. SE., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.mysistersroom.com
Broadway’s “Les Miserables” wraps its Atlanta run tonight and tomorrow. 8 p.m. at the Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.foxtheatre.org
The boys at Mary’s in East Atlanta are “calling all you butch badasses to take off your shirts and put on yer skirts” for Peep Peep presents “Men in Skirts.” ManShaft’s DJ Diablo Rojo spins; Atlanta Talons take over the Boozy Cougar lounge. 10 p.m. - 3 a.m. at Mary’s, 1287 Glenwood Ave., Atlanta, GA 303016, http://on.fb.me/HSgcgH, www.marysatlanta.com
Saturday, April 28
Former Decatur resident Ronnda Cadle, who still organizes music festivals at Georgia’s lesbian Swiftwaters Campground, plays two shows to celebrate the release of her new CD, “Will’s Embrace.” 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur, GA 30030, www.eddiesattic.com
The Ladies at Play host a Spring Fling dance party with DJ Periodic at the Park Bar Loft. Free before 10 p.m., $10 after at Park Bar, 150 Walton Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, www.facebook.com/ladiesatplayfanpage
The Health Initiative hosts a Spring Health Fair for all LGBTQs featuring health screenings and, if needed, consultations with an onsite doctor and follow-up referrals. Uninsured or under-insured LGBTQ participants can learn more about the Health Fund for follow-up care. Wellness information sessions on a variety of topics are also scheduled. 12 - 4 p.m. at the Rush Center, 1530 DeKalb Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.healthinitiative.org
The MEGA Family Project hosts a potluck cookout for your whole LGBT family. 3 - 6 p.m. at the Curtis-Davidson home. Contact MEGA’s Kathy Kelly:
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Hotlanta Softball’s Mudcats host a “Thirsty Games” beer bust with all you can drink beer and raffle. 3 - 7 p.m. at F.R.O.G.S. Cantina, 931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, GA 30308, http://on.fb.me/HYPaAd
Lesbian social group Fourth Tuesday joins the Women’s Outdoor Network for a “Sport Spring Soiree,” an evening of dancing and games with a fire pit on the back patio. $5 covers soda, water, finger food and desserts. BYOB. 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. at the Rush Center, 1530 DeKalb Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307,
www.facebook.com/FourthTuesdayAtlanta
LGBT homeless youth services group Lost-N-Found hosts a Clippers Party where barbers, a massage therapist and bootblack will be on hand to raise funds for their mission. 8 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, 306 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308, http://on.fb.me/HRhEev, www.lost-n-found.org
The Court of Kings presents “Once Upon a Time,” the Mr. and Miss Kingdom Come pageant. 8 p.m. at My Sister’s Room, 1271 Glenwood Ave. SE., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.mysistersroom.com
“Banging Soul” with DJ Kmixx takes over Mixx at 10 p.m., 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
DJ Chad Jack brings the beats at Jungle. 10 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Sunday, April 29
For the Kid in All of Us, the folks behind the annual Toy Party and Backpack in the Park host a “Brainstorm Lab Brunch” to discuss ideas for the organization’s 10th year and beyond. $15 includes a brunch buffet and a mimosa. 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at The Fifth Ivory, 794 Juniper St., Atlanta, GA 30308, http://bit.ly/J0lsiz, http://on.fb.me/JdMQ7k
Monday, April 30
Mondays are Happy Bear Cocktail Hour, where patrons can watch “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “Absolutely Fabulous” with half-price appetizers 5 - 8 p.m. at Cockpit, 465 Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30312, http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com
Watch “RuPaul’s Drag Race” at 9 p.m. followed by the Manic Monday show at 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309,
www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Catch NBC’s musical drama “Smash” on the screens at 10 p.m. at Amsterdam, 502-A Amsterdam. Ave. NE, Atlanta GA 30306, www.amsterdamatlanta.com
Niesha Dupree’s Stars of the Century takes the stage on Mondays at 11 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Rd., Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Every Monday, catch the “Martini Girls Cabaret” featuring hostesses Jealouse and Charlie Brown with Elea Atlanta and “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” alum Mariah Balenciaga. $5 martini’s all night. 11 p.m. - 3 a.m. at Beluga Martini Bar. 3115 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30305, www.belugamartinibar.com
Tuesday, May 1
Play “Let’s Make a Deal,” with host Ken every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Friend’s on Ponce, 736 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, www.friendsonponce-atl.com
Sing along as pianist David Reeb tickles the ivories every Tuesday. 8 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
3 Legged Cowboy night at Heretic means free dance lessons at 8 p.m., then open dance from 9 - 11 p.m. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324,
www.hereticatlanta.com
Jerry hosts “I Gotta Sing!” karaoke. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Angelica D’ Paige hosts Trivia Tuesday Karaoke at Burkhart’s, where you’ll have your turn on the mic and a chance to win free shots by answering trivia questions throughout the night. 11:30 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Wednesday, May 2
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a Business Builder Luncheon. 11:55 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Carpe Diem, 105 Sycamore Place, Decatur, GA 30030, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Thursday, May 3
Charis Books & More hosts an evening of Southern literary fiction featuring Carter Sickels, author of “The Evening Hour” and Elizabeth Anderson, a Charis employee who reads from novel-in-progress “Paradise Park.” 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307,
www.charisbooksandmore.com
Thursdays are the Unexpected Cabaret featuring Envy Van Michaels, Jasmine Antoinette, Celeste Holmes, Jaylish and Dylan Michael. 11 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Atlantic Station’s Movies in Central Park offers a free, outdoor screening of “Moneyball.” Film starts at sundown in Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive, Atlanta, GA 30363, www.atlanticstation.com, http://bit.ly/HQxNjT
Friday, May 4
B.I.G. Productions presents “Bear Invasion” with DJ Sean Mac and NYC’s DJ/Producer John LePage. 9 p.m. at Heretic, 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com, www.bearinvasiongroup.com
Got Leche welcomes special guest DJ Cubanito spins for a night featuring performances from “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” alumni Jessica Wild and Mariah Belinciaga. 10 p.m. - 5 a.m. at Club Rush, 2715 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA 30041.
Enjoy Femmistry Fridays with Traxx Girls, 10 p.m. at Encore, 2520 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.traxxgirls.com
The guys at WassupNAtl get the party going with three levels of fun at Trio Fridays. 10 p.m - 4 a.m. at Mengo’s. 91 Broad Street, Atlanta, GA 30303,
www.wassupnatl.com
Join the guys at Mixx for a Grown & Sexy Party with DJ Smash. 10 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
DJ Lydia Prim spins every Friday at the Heretic. 10 p.m. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
Kitty LeClaw’s Meow Mix gets catty at 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Every Friday, Destiny Brooks, Jasmine Antoinette, Monica Van Pelt, Iysis Dupree, Eva Destruction and an ensemble cast from Dragstar Season 2 star in “Divas Get Schooled,” a cabaret production. 11 p.m. at LeBuzz, 585 Franklin Road, Marietta, GA 30067. www.thenewlebuzz.com
Friday, May 4 - Sunday, May 6
OutlantaCon 2012 once again unites gay gamers, sci-fi enthusiasts, fantasy lovers and the general “Queer Geek audience” for a weekend of special guests and games. Details TBA at the Holiday Inn Hotel Select Atlanta-Perimeter/Dunwoody, 4386 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30341,
www.outlantacon.org
“Music in the Mountains” brings three days of performances to Swiftwaters, a “womanspace” campground near Dahlonega, Ga. Swiftwaters, 830 Swiftwaters Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533, http://on.fb.me/J7svzF
Saturday, May 5
Expect appearances from Nichelle Paris, Shavonna B. Brooks, Necole Luv Dupree, Isabella Diamante and more at the Miss Atlanta Devine Continental drag pageant 2012. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.atlantadevine.com
The 25th Annual HRC Dinner Gala and Auction takes over the Hyatt Regency Atlanta featuring beats by DJ Mike Pope, a performance by Frenchie Davis and a keynote from U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin. 6 - 11 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, 265 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.atlantahrcdinner.org
Brushstrokes and Mixx host readings by three writers who are part of Outlantacon, the "queer geek" gaming and sci-fi convention taking place all weekend. J.P. Barnaby, Shae Connor and Eden Winters read from 7-8:30 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave., Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.brushstrokesatlanta.com, www.mixxatlanta.com
The Atlanta Bucks gay rugby team continues its First Friday beer and wing bust at the Heretic. 8 p.m., 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.facebook.com/atlantabucks, www.atlantabucksrugby.org
Saturday, May 5 - Sunday, May 6
Join 175 artists, artisans and live acoustic musicians for the Buckhead Spring Arts & Crafts Festival, a part of the gay owned and operated Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces series of festivals. Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Chastain Park, 4469 Stella Dr., Atlanta, GA 30327
Sunday, May 6
Kelli’s Childcare Collective of Atlanta hosts children’s author S.J. Tindal for a family reading of her book “Nairobi and the Firefly,” reminding readers to honor and respect the freedom of all the living. 1 - 2:30 p.m. at Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
The Piedmont Bark Yappy Hour presents the 2012 Pet Cotillion, the annual crowning of the PALS “spokespet” and a fundraiser for the non-profit that helps pet owners with HIV/AIDS. Fenuxe Magazine’s Tyler Calkins and DAVE FM’s Mara Davis host the pet costume-optional event. 3 - 6 p.m. at Piedmont Bark, 501 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, www.palsatlanta.org
Hear ye, hear ye! The Georgia Renaissance Festival hosts an official “Gay Day” for all LGBT princesses, queens, wenches and kings. 10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. Rain or shine. I-85 at Exit 61 - Fairburn. www.garenfest.com
Monday, May 7
“T&F Transitionz: a Project of the Feminist Outlawz” is an open forum to discuss gender and facilitating dialogue and activism around social issues led by social justice minded feminists Buttonz and SJ. 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Meak Productions hosts dine-out fundraiser for the Atlanta International Day Against Homphobia event on May 17. 7 p.m. at Ilan Breeze, 537 Gresham Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.meakproductions.com, http://on.fb.me/I2PUmp
The First Monday of every month means PFLAG Atlanta hosts a support meeting for LGBTQ friends and family. 7:30 - 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta, slightly beyond 1587 Northeast Expressway NE, Atlanta, GA 30329, www.pflag.org
Tuesday, May 8
Lesbian singer-songwriter Catie Curtis performs at 8 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur, GA 30030, www.eddiesattic.com
Wednesday, May 9
It’s Trailer Park Prom Night for this month’s PALS Bingo, hosted by Bubba D. Licious and Brent Star. Doors at 6:30 p.m., program at 7:30 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.palsatlanta.org
If you missed lesbian singer-songwriter Catie Curtis at Eddie’s Attic on Tuesday, catch her tonight at 7 p.m. at the Red Clay Theatre, 3116 Main St., Duluth, GA 30096, www.eddieowenpresents.com
Bonnie Raitt gives ‘em something to talk about with her Slipstream Tour 2012. 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339, www.bonnieraitt.com, www.cobbenergycentre.com
Thursday, May 10
Atlantic Station’s Movies in Central Park offers a free, outdoor screening of “Singing in the Rain.” Film starts at sundown in Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive, Atlanta, GA 30363, www.atlanticstation.com, http://bit.ly/HQxNjT
“Sexualities in Education: a Discussion with Dr. Jillian Ford” is an evening of conversation and critical thinking about the role of sexuality in contemporary educational contests. $5 suggested donation. 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Ave. NE., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com |
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Friday, April 13
Lesbian social group Fourth Tuesday hosts a happy hour that includes massages for a $1 minimum donation. 6 - 8 p.m. at Mixx Atlanta, 1492 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.facebook.com/FourthTuesdayAtlanta
Enjoy Femmistry Fridays with Traxx Girls, 10 p.m. at Encore, 2520 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30324,
www.traxxgirls.com
The guys at WassupNAtl get the party going with three levels of fun at Trio Fridays. 10 p.m - 4 a.m. at Mengo’s. 91 Broad Street, Atlanta, GA 30303,
www.wassupnatl.com
Join the guys at Mixx for a Grown & Sexy Party with DJ Smash. 10 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave, NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
DJ Lydia Prim spins every Friday at the Heretic. 10 p.m. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
Savannah’s Club One and Savannah Pride present a performance by Ru Paul’s Drag Race finalist Jujubee. 10:30 p.m. at Clue One, 1 Jefferson St., Savannah, GA 31401, www.clubone-online.com
Every Friday, Destiny Brooks, Jasmine Antoinette, Monica Van Pelt, Iysis Dupree, Eva Destruction and an ensemble cast from Dragstar Season 2 star in “Divas Get Schooled,” a cabaret production. 11 p.m. at LeBuzz, 585 Franklin Road, Marietta, GA 30067. www.thenewlebuzz.com
Friday, April 13 - Sunday, April 15
The Atlanta Eagle celebrates their 25th anniversary and co-produces the third annual Leather Pride, which includes a BBQ and beer bust, Mr. & Ms. Atlanta Eagle Contest and Dutch Treat Leather Brunch. All events at the Atlanta Eagle, 306 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.atlanteagle.com
Head to Athens for the 23rd annual Boybutante Weekend, featuring the April 14 Boybutante Ball, promising the South’s “best and raunchiest drag performers” and this year’s theme of “Carnivale Cabaret: A Seductive Circus of Sin.” Events raise funds to support the Boybutante AIDS Foundation. www.boybutante.org
Saturday, April 14
The Magnetic Fields, led by gay musician Stephin Merritt, brings the “Tour at the Bottom of the Sea” to Atlanta. Doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8:30 p.m. at the Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.variety-playhouse.com
Rev Coffee presents the 6th semi-annual Rev Fest, a one-day music and arts festival featuring local artists and musicians, including gay filmmaker and artist Milford Thomas. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. at Rev Coffee, 1680 Spring Road, Smyrna GA 30080, www.revcoffee.com
The Atlanta Queer Literary Festival in conjunction with Charis Books and More, the Ponce De Leon Branch of the Fulton/Atlanta Public Library and Atlanta Pride host a poetry workshop with Alice Teeter that covers ideas of ensemble and will produce a collaborative piece. 1 - 2:30 p.m. at 1 - 2:30 p.m. at the Ponce De Leon Branch Library, 980 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta GA 30306, 404-885-7820, www.charisbooksandmore.com
The Atlanta Pedal Pushers, a cycling team in the AIDS Vaccine 200 to benefit the Emory Vaccine Clinic, hosts a beer bash/bust with DJ Corey D to raise funds for HIV/AIDS vaccine research. $10, 2 - 7 p.m. at Cowtippers, 1600 Piedmont Ave. Atlanta, GA 30324
Topher Payne switches it up as the title character in the show “Auntie Mame.” Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 5 p.m. through May 5 at OnStage Atlanta, 2597 N. Decatur Road, Atlanta, GA 30033, http://onstageatlanta.tix.com
Sister Funk, a five-girl punk band featured on “L-Word,” rocks My Sister’s Room. DJ Liz Owen spins after. $10, 9 p.m. at My Sister’s Room, 1271 Glenwood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.mysistersroom.com
Washington, D.C.’s DJ Alex Cohen turns the beat for the boys at the Heretic. 10 p.m. at Heretic, 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324,
www.hereticatlanta.com
Jungle presents a “Ruff: a night to play” where DJ Martin Fry mans the turntables and guys wearing leather are $5 before 11. $10 otherwise, 10 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com.
Saturday, April 14 - Sunday, April 15
The Festival on Ponce, part of the gay-owned and operated Foundation for Public Spaces festivals, offers local arts and crafts at Olmsted Linear Park. Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Olmstead Linear Park near the intersection of Ponce De Leon and Moreland Ave., Atlanta, GA. www.festivalonponce.com
Sunday, April 15
The students at Kennesaw State’s Coles College of Business host a $15 bottomless bellini event to raise funds for AID Atlanta. A brunch menu will be available, but “every penny” of your $15 bottomless bellini goes to the southeast’s largest HIV/AIDS service organization. 12 - 3 p.m. at Cucina Asellina, Atlanta, GA 30309, http://on.fb.me/HgbM32
Celebrate Joining Hearts’ 25 years of fundraising with a Change of Seasons tea dance with dueling DJs Mike Pope and Vicki Powell. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 4 - 9 p.m. at The Georgian Terrace Hotel, 659 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.joininghearts.org
The Armorettes present a special show at their usual Sunday spot, turning Burkhart’s into the “Burkhart’s Pub Chapel,” with “Coretta’s Revival 2012,” featuring hostesses Coretta Scott Queen and Wild Cherry Sucret. 8 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 1492 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta GA 30309, http://on.fb.me/HdTONM
The Wilderness Network of Georgia — a group of gay men who host various outdoor social activities — host an introduction to fly fishing followed by a walk to Island Ford, a shoals area on the Chattahoochee River where your new skill can be put into play 12 - 4 p.m. Details and contacts at www.wildnetga.org
The Roy G. Biv project, a social group for gay families and allies, celebrates its second anniversary with an LGBT BBQ in Piedmont Park with a little help from Gay Pride at Six Flags. Look for the big rainbow umbrella by the play ground near the pool. 4:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Piedmont Park. http://on.fb.me/HKh6rO
Monday, April 16
“T&F Transitionz: a Project of the Feminist Outlawz” is an open forum to discuss gender and facilitating dialogue and activism around social issues lead by social justice minded feminists Buttonz and SJ. 7 - 9:30 p.m. at Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Niesha Dupree’s Stars of the Century takes the stage on Mondays at 11 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Rd., Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Tuesday, April 17
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a prix fixe Business Builder Luncheon. $20, cash only, RSVP to
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. 11:55 a.m. at Hudson Grille, Brookhaven Station, 4046 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30319, www.atlantagaychamber.org
3 Legged Cowboy night at Heretic means free dance lessons at 8 p.m., then open dance from 9 - 11 p.m. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324,
www.hereticatlanta.com
Jerry hosts “I Gotta Sing!” karaoke. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Angelica D’ Paige hosts Trivia Tuesday Karaoke at Burkhart’s, where you’ll have your turn on the mic and a chance to win free shots by answering trivia questions throughout the night. 11:30 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Wednesday, April 18
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a prix fixe Business Builder Luncheon. $20, cash only, RSVP to
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. 11:30 a.m. at Marlows at the Doubletree Hotel, 4156 La Vista Road, Tucker, GA 30084, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Doria Roberts celebrates the release of “Blackeyed Susan” at Eddie’s Attic. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur, GA 30030,
www.eddiesattic.com
Every third Wednesday, Jungle hosts “The Big Gay Game Show,” a fundraiser for Lost-n-Found, an organization to aid Atlanta’s homeless LGBT youth. Games include Family Feud, Match Game, Let’s Make a Deal and more. 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324
Thursday, April 19
The White House Office of Public Engagement and Office of National AIDS Policy, in partnership with Morehouse School of Medicine, present a White House LGBT conference on HIV/AIDS for a public engagement session with the Obama Administration on issues related to the epidemic on the LGBT community with specific focus on national strategy. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at he Morehouse School of Medicine, 720 Westview Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, http://1.usa.gov/HynkIF
“Waiting for the Stork” is a group discussion of information, ideas and support to those going through IVF, adoption, surrogacy or donor insemination. 7 - 8:30 p.m. at the Philip Rush Center, 1530 DeKalb Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.megafamilyproject.org
South Georgia Pride hosts their monthly meeting and a special showing of “Beyond Gay,” a documentary about Pride festivals around the world. 7 p.m. at the Wooden Nicklen Pub, 3269 Inner Perimeter Road, Valdosta, GA, 31605, http://on.fb.me/HmWA1m
The Cliterati Open No-Mic features Karen G., Amy Pence, Theresa Davis and members of the Art Amok Slam Team in celebration of National Poetry Month. The series cultivates the voices of authors, novices, poets, songstresses and storytellers. 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Friday, April 20
SAGE Atlanta, a social group of LGBT elders co-sponsors and leads the discussion at The Third Friday Film Series presentation of “Beginners.” Doors at 7 p.m., film at 7:30 p.m. at First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta, 470 Candler Park Dr., Atlanta, GA 30307
Atlanta’s gay Out on Film Festival 2011 Audience Award winner “Leave it On the Floor” begins its theatrical run with a week at the Plaza Theatre. Through April 26 at the Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, www.ballmusical.com, www.plazaatlanta.com
Prepare for Atlanta’s part in the 2012 Worldwide LGBT Civil Rights March with a pre-party and sign making event. Every group and individual is welcome. 7 p.m. at the Rush Center, 1530 DeKalb Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, http://on.fb.me/GRAwYD
Charis Books and More hosts the first Atlanta Queer Poetry Ensemble featuring participants of the Ponce workshops hosted by Franklin Abbott. 7:30 p.m. at Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
My Sister’s Room revamps it’s Raw Talent drag king, queen and femme competition with hosts Tiff-nay and Romeo Lee. The shows starts tonight and runs every other Friday through the August 24 finale. 11 p.m. at My Sister’s Room, 1271 Glenwood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www..mysistersroom.com
It’s a big Taurus birthday bash with DJ Ree De La Vega and DJ Fluff. As the owners themselves say “Dress up in your favorite kid’s costume and get ready to shake your ass and clap them thighs!” 10 p.m. at Marys, 1287 Glenwood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.marysatlanta.com, http://on.fb.me/HvIUBf
Friday, April 20 - Saturday, April 21
Savannah Pride hosts their annual sunset cruise along the Georgia coast from the Barrier Islands to the Black Water Inland Rivers. $25/person, $49/couple. 6:30 - 8 p.m. departing from Bull River Marina. Make reservations with
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Saturday, April 21
Atlanta is taking part in the Worldwide LGBT Civil Rights March Movement for Equal rights to protest employment discrimination, housing discrimination, hate crimes and marriage inequality. 12 - 2 p.m. starting in Woodruff Park, 91 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30303, http://on.fb.me/GRAwYD
The Atlanta Bucks host their annual “Purple Dress Run” fundraiser, where the beefy boys of the city’s gay rugby team invite runners to don purple dresses for a run/bar crawl through Midtown. For more details, see story on page 32. 1 - 5 p.m. Run starts at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave, Atlanta, GA 30309. http://purpledressrun2012.eventbrite.com
The MEGA Family Project ventures out to Sips N Strokes for a day of painting for the kids and adults. Participants must RSVP with Sips N Strokes. 2 - 4 p.m. at Sips N Strokes, 2855, N. Druid HIlls Road, Atlanta, GA 30329, 404-901-1099, www.megafamilyproject.org
DJ Randy Bettis spins for an “Ultraviolet Blacklight Underwear Party” at Jungle. 10 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324,
www.jungleclubatlanta.com
The Atlanta Rollergirls play two roller derby bouts starting at 5 p.m. at Yaarab Shrine Center, 400 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308, www.atlantarollergirls.com
Saturday, April 21 - Sunday, April 22
The Pride Expo, billed as the “premiere lifestyle and entertainment event,” takes over the Atlanta Convention Center for two days with a number of LGBT vendors and features, entertainment by Barry Brandon, Jean Kelly, Brie and more. VIP ticket holders enjoy an after party at My Sister’s Room on Saturday at 9 p.m., as well. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days at The Atlanta Convention Center at Americas Mart, 240 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.theprideexpo.com
Sunday, April 22
The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus presents “Encore: A Night of Music.” The event is produced by former Broadway performer and award-winning New York cabaret artist Robert Ray. Melissa Carter guest hosts. 7 - 10 p.m. at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center, 800 Spring St., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.agmchorus.org
Gay singer, songwriter and actor Terrell Carter performs live for an after party for the stage place “The Lost Sons,” with a special performance by Kai Richards. Tickets are going fast. 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. at Justin’s, 2200 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30309, http://terrellcarterlive.eventbrite.com
Monday, April 23
Writing With Intent is open to writers of fiction and creative non-fiction; group offers motivational exercises, constructive criticism and more to keep you on track. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, www.chariscircle.org
Wednesday, April 25
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a Business Builder Luncheon at 11:50 a.m. East Point Corner Tavern, 2783 Main St. East Point, GA 30344, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Thursday, April 26
Apres Diem “Feeds the Soul” with a monthly fundraising venture for Atlanta’s non-profits. This month it’s CHRIS Kids, and 20% of today’s total receipts will be donated. Apres Diem, 931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, GA 30308, www.apresdiem.com
Out & Equal, the Atlanta Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce and the Atlanta Executive Network join forces for the 2012 Spring Fling, an LGBT professional networking event highlighting the value of diverse personal branding and finding a position in an organization that values LGBT contributors. 7:30 - 9 p.m. at the Westing Peachtree Plaza, 210 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30303, www.facebook.com/OEatlanta
K. Murry Johnson brings his book “Images of Emeralds and Chocolate” to Mixx via Brushstrokes. 7 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Party with Impact celebrates the work of Positive Impact, an Atlanta HIV/AIDS service organization with a focus on mental health counseling, outpatient substance abuse treatment and risk reduction services to the HIV/AIDS community. Festive attire is requested as guests enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and complimentary wine bar. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at The Wimbish House, 1150 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30309, www.positiveimpact-atl.org |
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Friday, March 30
Gay Outreach at AID Atlanta hosts a happy hour social event. First-time participants receive a drink on the house. 5 - 7 p.m. at Friends on Ponce, 736 Ponce De Leon Ave., NE, Atlanta GA 30306, http://on.fb.me/GERqKn
Kai Lin Art’s 21st exhibition, “BLOOM,” is the annual spring exhibit, this year featuring Wallace Duvall, Nathaniel Galka, Lucha Rodriquez, Marlene Lillian, Jarno Kettunen, Penny Treese, Bethany Collins, Sun Hong and Karen Divine. 7 - 10 p.m. at Kai Lin Art, 3069 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30305, www.kailinart.com
The Southern Bears host an informal coffee and dinner for members and those who’d like to know more about the fundraising and social group. 7 p.m. at Caribou Coffee, 3487 Northside Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30327, then dinner at 8 p.m. at OK Cafe, 1284 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA 30327,
http://on.fb.me/GICQE2, www.southernbears.org
Lesbian poet Megan A. Volpert brings “Sonics in Warholia” for an appearance with fellow writers Chris Chipman and Vince Cellucci. 7 p.m. at Bound to be Read Books, 481-B Flat Shoals Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.boundtobereadbooks.com
Superpill, the Sonia Tetlow Band and Flat Cat open for the super-duper queer-inclusive band The Shondes. 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. at the HIgland Inn Ballroom Lounge, 644 N. Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, http://on.fb.me/GQTmS2
Savannah Pride hosts the second annual Fools Party to raise funds for the annual festival. Includes amateur drag contest with 50/50 raffle and drink specials from 9 - 10 p.m. $5, 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. at Chuck’s Bar, 301 River St., Savannah, GA 31401, www.savpride.com
Mary’s in East Atlanta celebrates the release of Madonna’s “MDNA” album with CD and promotional swag giveaways. VJ Headmaster Ritual will spin a full night of girl pop dance music. 9 p.m. at Mary’s, 1287 Glenwood Ave. Atlanta, GA 30316, www.marysatlanta.com
Friday, March 30 - Saturday, March 31
The ever-zany Miss Richfield 1981 brings “2012: We’ll All be Dead by Christmas” to Midtown. 8 p.m. at the 14th St. Playhouse, 173 14th St., Atlanta GA 30309, www.missrichfield.com, www.14thstplayhouse.org
The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus performs “Gleeful Noise: Celebrating Glee Clubs, Then & Now,” featuring arrangements from “Glee,” including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” and “Teenage Dream.” $25, 8 p.m. at Cannon Chapel at Emory University, 515 S. Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322,
www.agmchorus.org/SpringConcert2012.html
Saturday, March 31
The Atlanta Harlequins, the city’s women’s rugby football club, takes on the Raleigh Venom. 12 - 2 p.m. at Central Park, Upper Field, 355 Pine St., Atlanta, GA 30308, http://on.fb.me/ySUJIM
Strong Ladies and Men, or SLAM, hosts a “Kick Butt & Chew Bubble Gum” self-defense seminar in light of recent homophobic assaults. Free, $5-$10 suggested donation. 12 - 3 p.m. at the Piedmont Park Conservancy Community Center, 1071 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309, http://on.fb.me/GEgO7k,
www.strongladiesandmen.com
Superstar DJ Tony Moran hits the turn tables at Jungle. 10:30 p.m., 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, Ga. 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com.
The lesbian-led Michelle Malone Banned performs two shows at Eddie’s Attic. 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur, GA 30030,
www.eddiesattic.com
The Dixie Invitational Bowling Tournament hosts a final cookout before its big gay bowling tournament. $10 covers all you can eat burgers, hot dogs and beer. Look out for the drunken gummy bears! 5 - 8 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, 306 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308, http://on.fb.me/GGzobQ
The Woofs Wackers softball team hosts their annual Final Four Beer Bust with a 50/50 raffle, Jell-o, shots and drunken gummies. 5 - 8 p.m. at Woof’s, 2425 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, http://on.fb.me/GLfDjC
The Atlanta Freedom Bands perform “March Madness and April Fools: a concert of humor, whimsy and fantasy” with trans performance artist Scott Turner Schofield. 8 p.m. at Druid hills United Methodist Church, 1200 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, www.atlantafreedombands.com
Fenuxe Magazine presents their 2012 Best Bachelor Auction to benefit AID Atlanta. Ten local gay bachelors will be auctioned off for dinner/spa/theater dates to benefit Atlanta’s largest HIV/AIDS service organization. Tickest $20-$150. 8 - 11 p.m. at Raw Space Gallery, 431 Fair St., Atlanta, GA 30313,
http://2012bachelorauction.eventbrite.com
Sunday, April 1
Award-winning trans performance artist Scott Turner Schofield performs “Words Can’t Describe” to raise money for his surgery fund. Silent auction at intermission. 3 p.m. at 7 Stages Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, http://on.fb.me/GHDO0C, www.undergroundtransit.com
Meet, greet and read with local gay authors Collin Kelley and David-Matthew Barnes. 3 - 6 p.m. at Bound to Be Read Books, 481-B Flat Shoals Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316, www.boundtobereadbooks.com
Pink Martini takes listeners back to the golden era of Hollywood musicals with a genre-blending performance. 7 p.m. at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.atlantasymphony.org
Monday, April 2
PFLAG Atlanta hosts the First Monday Support Group with a trained facilitator leading a group of LGBTQ friends and family. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta, 1587 Northeast Expressway, Atlanta, GA 30329, www.pflagatl.org
Tuesday, April 3
Sing along as pianist David Reeb tickles the ivories every Tuesday. 8 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Jerry hosts “I Gotta Sing!” karaoke. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Angelica D’ Paige hosts Trivia Tuesday Karaoke. 11:30 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Wednesday, April 4
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a prix fixe Business Builder Luncheon. $20, cash only, RSVP to
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11:55 a.m. at Carpe Diem, 105 Sycamore Place, Decatur, GA 30030, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Dine out at La Tavola to support of the AIDS Vaccine 200 fundraising ride for the Emory Vaccine Center. Twenty percent of food sales will be donated to the HIV research organization. 5:30 - 10 p.m. at La Tavola, 992 Virginia Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306. Make you reservations at www.latavolatrattoria.com
The original “every woman” Chaka Khan plays the Cobb Energy Performing Art Center, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m., 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30339.
www.ticketmaster.com
Thursday, April 5
Dr. Susan Perz presents “Conceiving a Peaceful World: Women’s BodyWisdom, Leadership and Peacemaking,” a discussion on how women have shaped social movements and created social change. 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
The Atlanta Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence raise funds for the Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption during a night out at Atlanta’s first and only gay sports bar. 6 - 9 p.m. at Woof’s, 2425 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, http://on.fb.me/zSIwF4
Thursday, April 5 - Sunday, April 8
The Dixie Invitational Bowling Tournament celebrates its 30th anniversary over Easter weekend. The gay bowling event typically hosts 300 southeastern bowlers and this year’s “Family Reunion” theme promises new activities and surprises. Events through out the weekend at Brunswick Zone, 6345 Spalding Drive, Norcross, GA 30092, www.dixiebowl.org
Friday, April 6
The Atlanta Bucks gay rugby club host a night of hot wings and beer at the Heretic. $10, 8 - 11 p.m. at the Heretic, 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
Saturday, April 7
Carioca Productions welcomes superstar remixer Danny Verde of Milan, Italy, to an Easter weekend throw down. DJ Scorpio immediately follows with a late-night set at XION. $15 pre-sale, $20 at the door, 10 p.m. - 3 a.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.cariocaproductions.com
The Atlanta Rainbow Trout swim club hosts the 2012 Spring Splash swim meet and post-meet social. Competition is open to all swimmers over 18 and up. Warm up at 10 a.m., meet starts at 11 a.m. at the Georgia Tech Aquatic Center. 266 Ferst Drive, Atlanta, GA, 30332, http://on.fb.me/xMfUbd
The Atlanta Queer Literary Festival in conjuction with Charis Books and More, the Ponce De Leon Branch of the Fulton/Atlanta Public Library and Atlanta Pride host a poetry workshop during National Poetry Month with Don Perryman and Dustin Brookshire that focuses on generative exercises for new poems. Free, pre-register with
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. 1 - 2:30 p.m. at the Ponce De Leon Branch Library, 980 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta GA 30306, 404-885-7820, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Join the Prime Timers of Atlanta, a social organization of older gay/bisexual men, as they host their monthly meeting. 3 p.m. at the Rush Center, 1539 DeKalb Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.atlantaprimetimers.com
Mondohomo hosts its 3rd annual “Wig Out,” a day-long party to raise funds for the the group’s yearly alternative queer arts and music festival. $10 tickets available at the Eagle, Charis Books, Mary’s and Atlanta Radical Faeries. $15 at the door. 2 - 8 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, 306 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308, http://on.fb.me/GJZKvs
Maj. Keith Meadows, the Atlanta Police’s new Zone 6 commander, which covers East Atlanta, Kirkwood, Candler Park, Little Five Points and Virginia-Highland, hosts an informal meet and greet. 6 - 7:30 p.m. at Kirkwood United Church of Christ, 2033 Hosea L. Williams Drive, Atlanta, GA 30317
The Armorettes and Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence judge MISTER’s Easter Bonnet Runway Competition where the best bonnet takes home an “adult” easter basket. Grab a free HIV test while you’re at it, stick around for Philip Bonneau’s art show. 5 - 6 p.m. at MISTER, 60 11th St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.positiveimpact-atl.org
“Heroes + Villains Issue #2” is a gallery showing by photographer Philip Bonneau featuring a world of comic characters as played by the gay artist and several local gay models. 6 - 9 p.m. at MISTER, 60 11th St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.facebook.com/PhilipBonneau.
Campagnolo, a new Midtown restaurant near 10th and Piedmont, celebrates its grand opening sneak peek with a fundraiser for ARCA, an HIV/AIDS research non-profit. Suggested donation of $10 includes hors d’oeuvres by executive chef Daniel Chance. Cash bar and donation proceeds go to ARCA. 6 - 10 p.m. and at Campagnolo Restaurant + Bar, 980 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta, GA 30309
Will Pollock and Wiffledust present “Story & Song with Matthew Kahler,” a gallery and music experience. Gallery browsing beings at 7 p.m., music at 8 p.m. at Stone Four Studios at Studioplex Atlanta, 659 Auburn Ave. #131, www.matthewkahler.net
Second Sunday Service dance party with DJ Vicki Powell returns to the Old Fourth Ward. 7 p.m. at Church, 466 Edgewood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312,
http://on.fb.me/GSf5da
Sunday, April 8
Blake’s on the Park parties all day, starting at 2 p.m. with Texas Hold’em upstairs. DJ Bill Berdeaux spins Old School Sundays starting at 3 p.m. and DJ Darryl Cox spins Sunday Funday at 7 p.m. 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
The annual Armorettes Easter Drag Races means an afternoon of fun games. The bar opens at 2 p.m. with the races beginning at 4 p.m. Burkhart’s, 1492 Piedmont Ave, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Traxx Girls presents Showtime Sundays hosted by Ms. Sophia, 12 a.m. showtime at Scores Sports Bar, 2425 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur, GA 30035,
www.traxxgirls.com
Monday, April 9
Writing with Intent is a facilitated discussion group for authors of fiction and creative nonfiction. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Charis Books & More, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Mondays are Happy Bear Cocktail Hour, where patrons can watch “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “Absolutely Fabulous” with half-price appetizers 5 - 8 p.m. at Cockpit, 465 Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30312, http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com
Niesha Dupree’s Stars of the Century takes the stage on Mondays at 11 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Rd., Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Every Monday, Catch the “Martini Girls Cabaret” featuring hostesses Jealouse and Charlie Brown with Elea Atlanta and “Ru Paul’s Drag Race” alum Mariah Balenciaga. $5 martini’s all night. 11 p.m. - 3 a.m. at Beluga Martini Bar. 3115 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30305, www.belugamartinibar.com
Tuesday, April 10
Hunx and his Punks return to Atlanta for another raucous show. 830 p.m. at The Earl, 488 Flat Shoals Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.badearl.com
Gay Chicago poet Gregg Shapiro reads from his new book “Gregg Shapiro 77.” Local gay poet Dustin Brookshire joins. 7:30 p.m. at Bound to Be Read, 481-B Flat Shoals Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.boundtobereadbooks.com
Wednesday, April 11
Get 25-cent Keystone drafts all night at Heretic’s Dress Code party with DJ Lydia Prim on the turntables. 10 p.m. at the Heretic, 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
Bubba D. Licious and Brent Star host a “Masquerade” PALS Bingo, where a prize will be awarded for best mask. The monthly themed game raises money for Pets Are Loving Support, a non-profit to help HIV/AIDS-affected pet owners with their furry friends. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., program at 8 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.palsatlanta.org
Thursday, April 12
Join infamous drag personality Ruby Redd for the truly Dirty Boy Bingo. 10 p.m. at Cockpit, 465 Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30312,
http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com
Thursday nights, catch the Shawnna Factor with Shawnna Brooks, Nicole Paige Brooks, Lena Lust, Lady Shabazz, Lateasha Shante Shuntel and Regina Ryan. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com |
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Friday, March 16
The Decatur Women’s Sports League kicks off its spring softball season with games on Friday nights through May 25. This season, play moves to Blackburn Park, 3501 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Atlanta, GA 30319, www.decaturwomen.com
Michael Moore’s “Capitalism: A Love Story” screens at the Third Friday Film Series. Suggested donation $1-$10 sliding scale. Films start at 7:30 p.m. at First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta, 470 Candler Park Dr., NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, www.firstexistentialist.org
Julie O and five of her funniest friends invade My Sister’s Room for J.O.E. presents Funny Friday. $10 Cover. Doors at 7 p.m., Show at 8 p.m. at My Sister’s Room. 1271 Glenwood Ave., Atlanta GA 30316. www.mysistersroom.com
Lesbian singer-songwriter Mary Gauthier performs with Tania Elizabeth at 8 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, 515 N McDonough St., Decatur, GA 30030, www.eddiesattic.com
Enjoy Femmistry Fridays with Traxx Girls, 10 p.m. at Encore, 2520 Piedmont Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.traxxgirls.com
The guys at WassupNAtl get the party going with three levels of fun at Trio Fridays. 10 p.m - 4 a.m. at Mengo’s. 91 Broad Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, www.wassupnatl.com
Friday, March 16 - Sunday, March 18
“Designing Women Live” is a drag performance of the classic TV series and a fundraiser for the Process Theatre starring Topher Payne, DeWayne Morgan, Johnny Drago, Frankie Asher, Spencer Stephens and Amanda Cucher. 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. on Sunday at Onstage Atlanta, 2597 N. Decatur Road, Decatur, GA 30033, www.onstageatlanta.tix.com
Saturday, March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day)
The National Flag Football League hosts a St. Patrick’s Day all-you-can-drink margarita bust. $15. 5 - 10 p.m. at Zocalo, 187 10th St. Atlanta, GA 30309, www.nffla.com
The Heretic celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a show by the Armorettes at 8 p.m., then 3-Legged Cowboy country dancing at 10 p.m., and a set by DJ Mike Pope at midnight. No cover all night. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
See Bitch in concert at 9 p.m. as part of the St. Paddy’s Day bash at My Sister’s Room, 1271 Glenwood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.mysistersroom.com
Amsterdam Atlanta celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with green draft beer, green martinis, and, better yet, no cover. 502-A Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306,
www.amsterdamatlanta.com
The Health Initiative hosts an LGBT Weight Watchers group every Saturday morning. First weigh-in starts at 8 a.m., with a meeting at 8:30 a.m. Second weigh-in starts at 9:30 a.m., with a meeting at 10 a.m. 1530 DeKalb Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, www.theheathinitiative.org
The Atlanta Institute of Stitches & Crafts hosts Sewing 101, one of many sewing, crafting, and DIY home decorating courses offered at the gay-owned Kai Lin Art Gallery. 3 - 5 p.m., 3069 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30305, www.kailinart.com/classes/, full schedule at www.instituteofstitchesandcrafts.com
The Atlanta Rollergirls roller derby hosts “War Between the Skates,” a double header featuring Denim Demons vs. Toxic Shocks and Rumble Bs vs. Gainesville Roller Rebels. 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Yaarab Shrine Center, 400 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta GA 30308, www.atlantarollergirls.com
DJ Pat Scott helms the turntables for Atlanta Bucks Rugby fundraising night. 10 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, 306 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30308, www.atlanteagle.com
Sunday, March 18
The Hotlanta Softball League’s Atlanta Titans host the annual Bowling Beer & Boys fundraiser. Free shoe rental, $20 unlimited beer and bowling, $10 to do one or the other. 12 - 4 pm. at Midtown Bowl, 1936 Piedmont Circle, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.facebook.com/AtlantaTitans
PFLAG Atlanta hosts their Third Sunday meeting, this week featuring a panel of gay and lesbian couples who are also parents. 2:45 - 5 p.m. at First MCC, 1379 Tullie Road, Atlanta, GA 30329. www.pflagatlanta.org
The infamous drag queens of the South, the Armorettes take over Burkhart’s. Be part of the action with their new game “Take a Sh@t!” Tips are donated to their nonprofit fund for various AIDS-related organizations. 8 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Traxx Girls presents Showtime Sundays hosted by Ms. Sophia, 12 a.m. showtime at Scores Sports Bar, 2425 Wesley Chapel Road, Decatur, GA 30035,
www.traxxgirls.com
Monday, March 19
Mondays are Happy Bear Cocktail Hour, where patrons can watch “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and “Absolutely Fabulous” with half-price appetizers. 5 - 8 p.m. at the Cockpit, 465 Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30312, http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com
Watch “RuPaul’s Drag Race” at 9 p.m. followed by the Manic Monday show at 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309,
www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Niesha Dupree’s Stars of the Century takes the stage on Mondays at 11 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Rd., Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Tuesday, March 20
The Atlanta Lesbian & Gay Chamber of Commerce hosts a Business Builder Lunch. 11:55 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Hudson Grille, Brookhaven Station, 4046 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30319, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Make your night totally tubular with Dude ‘80s Night double-sized cocktails, free snacks and half-price appetizers 5 - 8 p.m. at the Cockpit, 465 Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30312, http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com
The MISTER Community Center for gay and bi men hosts a meditation workshop every first and third Tuesday. 5:45-7 p.m. at Positive Impact, 60 Eleventh
Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.positiveimpact-atl.org
The Outlaw and Allies Student Organization of the John Marshall Law School hosts “Sex Discrimination after Glenn v. Brumby.” Attorneys Greg Nevins and Cole Thaler will present practitioner strategies for making their winning argument. AJMLS students free, $60 early registration for attorneys, $65 at the door. Pre-panel networking at 6 p.m., program 7 - 9 p.m. at the Blackburn Conference Center at Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, 1405 Spring St., Atlanta, GA 30309, http://on.fb.me/wGceFC
Fundraising has begun for the 2012 MondoHomo queer music, art and politics festival held over Memorial Day Weekend. Join the “QueerPosse” for their annual Spaghetti and Bingo Dinner and Queer-Story social event featuring storytelling from queer icons and drag superstar Diamond Lil on the mic. $20, or pay-what-you-can for three-course spaghetti buffet dinner and bingo card. 7 p.m. at Sauced, 753 Edgewood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307, www.mondohomo.com
Sing along as pianist David Reeb tickles the ivories every Tuesday. 8 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Jerry hosts “I Gotta Sing!” karaoke. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Angelica D’ Paige hosts Trivia Tuesday Karaoke at Burkhart’s, where you’ll have your turn on the mic and a chance to win free shots by answering trivia questions throughout the night. 11:30 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Wednesday, March 21
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a Business Builder Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Marlow’s Tavern at the Northlake Doubletree Hotel, 4156 La Vista Road, Atlanta, GA30084, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Work your noggin with team trivia. 8 p.m. at Friends on Ponce, 736 Ponce De Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, www.friendsonponce-atl.com
Dragnique, the unique drag contest at Jungle, continues its third season every Wednesday hosted by Phoenix and Bubba D. Show begins at 9:30 p.m. - 12 a.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Get 25-cent Keystone drafts all night at Heretic’s Dress Code party with DJ Lydia Prim on the turntables. 10 p.m. at the Heretic, 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
Thursday, March 22
Draq queens from around the Southeast are slated to perform as Charlie Brown hosts a benefit for the legendary Lily White and her mother, who lost everything in a home fire several weeks ago. 9 p.m. at Jungle, 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, 30324.
Join infamous drag personality Ruby Redd for the truly Dirty Boy Bingo. 10 p.m. at the Cockpit, 465 Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30312,
http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com
Thursday, March 22
Brushstrokes hosts its first author signing at Mixx, featuring “party boy blogger” Totally Tyler, author of “Your Boyfriend & Other guys I’ve Kissed.” 7 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com, www.brushstrokesatlanta.com
Friday, March 23
The Kennesaw State Pride Alliance hosts “Unleash the Queens and Kings,” their fifth annual PALS charity fundraiser drag show. 8 - 11 p.m. at LeBuzz, 585 Franklin Road, Marietta, GA 30067, http://on.fb.me/wePYZk
Ru Paul’s Drag Race season three alum Yara Sofia performs around 10 p.m., at Club Rush, 2715 Buford Highway, Atlanta, GA 30324.
Saturday, March 24
Hotlanta Softball’s Atlanta Talons host their third annual beer bust. Enjoy entertainment by Amanda Topp & Company, DJ Joey S, Jell-O shots and raffle prizes. 2 - 7 p.m. at F.R.O.G.S., 931 Monroe Drive, Atlanta, GA 30308, www.theatlantatalons.com
Congressman John Lewis (D-GA) will be the guest speaker at “Love in Action Sunday” at Decatur United Church of Christ at 11 a.m., 109 Hibernia Ave., Decatur GA 30030, www.decaturucc.org
International Communities United hosts “Bridging the Gap.” 6 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Ladies at Play host Dance 101 with special guest DJ E. Relax with your friends for casual chit-chat in one room, dance to high energy tracks in another. 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. at 9 Poplar St NW (Formerly the Mark Ultra Lounge), Atlanta, GA 30303. www.ladiesatplay.com
Comedians Woody, Emmett, Jaz and headliner Keno take the stage for J.O.E Presents Insane Saturday hosted by Julie O. Doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. at Amsterdam Atlanta, 502-A Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, www.amsterdamatlanta.com
Heretic makes a day of it, with a Shamrock Shindig 1 p.m. - 6 p.m., a country dance lesson. 8 p.m. - 9 p.m. with a 3-Legged Cowboy night until midnight, then high energy dance music ‘til close. 2069 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.hereticatlanta.com
DJ Igor Magalhaes juggles the beats for the boys on the dance floor at Jungle. 10 p.m., 2115 Faulkner Road, Atlanta, GA 30324, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
Sunday, March 25
It’s opening day for the Hotlanta Softball League, and this year the organization says they’ve got more teams than ever. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Metro Softball Complex, 7301 Campbellton Road, Atlanta, GA 30331, www.hotlantasoftball.org
Monday, March 26
Writing with Intent is a facilitated discussion group for authors of fiction and creative nonfiction. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Charis Books, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Every Monday, catch “Smash,” NBC’s new musical drama, at 10 p.m. on the video screens at Amsterdam, 502-A Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306,
www.amsterdamatlanta.com
Tuesday, March 27
The Fourth Tuesday lesbian social club hosts a special Fourth Tuesday dinner with WNBA promoter Anne Clarke. Meet key Atlanta Dream executives, win a raffle prize and meet one of the team’s players. Facebook RSVP requested. 6 - 10 p.m. at the Brewhouse Cafe, 22 N. Avondale Road, Avondale Estates, GA 30002, http://on.fb.me/xQRI0H
Gay singer-songwriter Eric Himan takes the stage at 9:30 p.m. at My Sister’s Room, 1271 Glenrood Ave., Atlanta, GA 30316, www.mysistersroom.com.
Wednesday, March 28
The Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce hosts a Business Builder Luncheon at 11:50 a.m. East Point Corner Tavern, 2783 Main St. East Point, GA 30344, www.atlantagaychamber.org
Charis Books & More hosts Trystan Cotten as he discusses his new anthology “Transgender Migrations” about trans-ing experiences, identities, politics and more. This event is co-sponsored by Charis Circle’s Founding the Future of Feminisms Program, and there is a suggested donation of $5. 7:30 - 9 p.m. at Charis Books, 1189 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA, 30307, www.charisbooksandmore.com
Catch “Feathers & Flesh,” a burlesque review, at 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
The “Guaranteed cure for the mid-week blues,” Burkhart’s hosts Hump Day Karaoke with Darlene Majewski. 11:30 p.m. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com
Wednesday, March 28 - Thursday, March 29
Chicago-based music and comedy act Amy Armstrong and Freddy Allen host a “We Get Along” CD release party and show. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 7:30 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Thursday, March 29
Grab a cocktail with a few “manly men” at “The toolbox.” 6 p.m. at Mixx, 1492 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.mixxatlanta.com
Thursday nights, catch the Shawnna Factor with Shawnna Brooks, Nicole Paige Brooks, Lena Lust, Lady Shabazz, Lateasha Shante Shuntel and Regina Ryan. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, 227 10th St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
You never know what to expect with Phoenix’s Twisted Thursdays featuring Gia Sunflowers, Angelica D’Paige, Alissah Brooks and Savannah Leigh. 11:30 pm. at Burkhart’s, 893 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309, www.burkharts.com |
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