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Wed., June 11
Hillary Clinton She talks about her memoir Hard Choices, about crises, choice and challenges she faced as secretary of state and how those choices drive her view of the future. Mayor Rahm Emanuel will then interview Clinton in a Q&A session. $50 tickets include a signed copy of Hard Choices. Chicago Ideas will host. tickets@chicagoideas.com . 9:00am - 10:00am Harris Theater for Music and Dance 205 E Randolph St., 312-906-7419 Tickets: www.chicagoideas.com/events/321 .
Paul Lutter Memorial Chicago attorney and activist Paul Lutter, 68, passed away May 4 following complications from surgery. 4:00pm Chicago Cultural Center 78 E. Washington St. www.windycitymediagroup.com/lgbt/Attorney-activist-Paul-Lutter-dies/47342.html .
National Anthem Singing Contest Your last chance to compete to make it to the semi-finals to sing the National Anthem for Gay Day at Wrigley Field. Arrive by 8:30 to sign up, contest starts at 9. First round is song of choice, second round will be the National Anthem. There will be a karaoke machine to pick your first round song. Multiple people can advance straight to semi-finals 5:00pm Roscoe's Tavern 3356 N Halsted St www.roscoes.com .
Trans Latina Meet & Greet Members and friends of the TransLatin@Coalition 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cultura, 1900 S Carpenter St, Chicago www.facebook.com/events/1427367424196204/ .
Chicago Ideas Week Conversation: Give and Take: Lessons for Life and Work with Adam Grant Adam Grant—the youngest full-and highest rated-professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business and best-selling author of Give and Take—takes the Chicago Ideas Week stage to explain how better business and life decisions come from putting others first. 6:30pm - 7:30pm Owen Theater, 170 N Dearborn, St, www.chicagoideas.com/events/320 .
Thursday, June 12
Veterans' Pride event Table in the "F-Lobby" with a display featuring the changes that have occurred over the past several years for LGBT service members and Veterans. Screening of the documentary "The Camouflage Closet" 12pm. Information from: Mandi Evanson Mandi.Evanson@va.gov . 10:00am - 2:00pm Hines Veterans Administration Hospital
Couch Talk Speaker program about HIV. Registration: 6:00 pm. Program start: 6:30 pm. Parking available. RSVP by calling 1-855-653-7430. Walk-ins are welcome but registration is encouraged. 6:30pm The Westin Michigan Ave., 909 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago
Parents of Transgender individuals For decades, PFLAG has been proud to be a resource for transgender and gender non-conforming people, their families, and friends. For more info: parentsoftransgender@pflagillinois.org 7:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted community.pflag.org/transgender .
Faces Stories of LGBTQ street-based youth will be performed live, different faces that society and systems have defined for the ensemble members versus the different faces they strive to build and present for themselves. $12 online or $15 at the door. Video www.youtube.com/watch . 7:00pm Free Street Theatre, 1419 W. Blackhawk St., Chicago www.facebook.com/events/804451296232459/ Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/705595 .
Second City Tennis Classic 2014 Draw Party Pick up your tournament bags, shirts and share a drink with friends. Replay is providing light appetizers and offering drink specials to our players. Second City Tennis ( SCT ) organizes tennis and related social activities serving the gay and lesbian community of Chicago. Also see tournament related listings June 12-15. 7:00pm - 9:00pm Replay Beer & Bourbon 3439 N Halsted St http://www.secondcitytennis.com .
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Friday, June 13
Second City Tennis Classic Second City Tennis ( SCT ) organizes tennis and related social activities serving the gay and lesbian community of Chicago. Also see tournament related listings June 12-15. 8:00am Indoor and outdoor courts, Northwestern University, Evanston http://www.secondcitytennis.com .
LGBTI Solidarity in Africa Weekend Free symposium on "Theological Resources for LGBTI Liberation," with South African activists Judith Kotze and Ingrid Schoonraad from Inclusive & Affirming Ministries exploring intersections of North American liberation theology and South African post-apartheid theology as they relate to the liberation for LGBTI people. See site for more Chicago events. 2:00pm - 4:00pm Broadway United Methodist Church 3338 N Broadway chicagowelcomingchurches.org .
LGBTQIA Pride Month Gender and Sexuality Tour Bring Chicago history out of the closet with a tour of Hull-House and explore early 20th century stories of gender non-conformity, diverse definitions of family, and fierce self-expression. Was Jane Addams a lesbian? We'll contemplate this commonly asked question that lacks a simple answer. 3:00pm - 4:00pm Jane Addams Hull House Museum 800 S. Halsted St. www.uic.edu/jaddams/hull .
Team Fred Fundraiser Team Fred- Ride For AIDS Chicago needs your support. Join them as they raise funds for TPAN. Fabulous raffle prizes ( including gift cards, acupuncture sessions, gift baskets, art from local artist, and much more ). Jell-O shots. $20 at the door will go to RFAC and will get you two drink tickets ( well, beer, and wine ), and one raffle ticket. More raffle tickets may be purchased throughout the event. 6:00pm - 9:00pm Big Chicks 5024 N Sheridan Rd
Oak Park Area Lesbian and Gay Association Potluck. Bring a dish to share and your own drinks. 7:00pm - 10:00pm Contact an organizer for location www.facebook.com/events/470372329775021/ .
Proud at Mary's: A June Cabaret A night of Pride-based pop songs, show tunes, personal monologues, and stories about being gay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, questioning, and straight. $10 advance. $15 door. 7:30pm Mary's Attic 5400 N Clark www.brownpaperbox.org .
Saturday, June 14
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Weekly Saturday meetings. A peer-led support and education group for people with mood disorders and family and friends. Ask receptionist for room number. 11:00am - 12:30pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted 872-216-3272 www.dbsa-glbt-chicago.com
LGBTQ Self-Defense & Empowerment In this free community workshop, LGBTQ individuals will become better equipped to deal with situations of disrespect, harassment, and abuse that they or others face. Through discussions, interactive activities, and hands-on practice participants will gain the skills needed to form a plan and take action for safety in all areas of their work and personal lives. 1:30pm - 3:00pm Thousand Waves 1220 W. Belmont Ave thousandwaves.org/VPIndividuals.htm Tickets: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=26306
Windy City Gay Idol semifinals Competition Highly anticipated competition in Chicago's LGBTQ community, a search for the best amateur LGBTQ or allied singer in the Chicago area. 2pm doors, 3 pm competition. 2:00pm Sidetrack 3349 N Halsted St www.windycitymediagroup.com .
Snow White and the Seven Drag Queens Extended, Fridays and Saturdays through June 20 8:00pm Hydrate Nightclub 3458 N Halsted St., www.hydratechicago.com .
Chicago Forum on LGBTI Rights in Africa A panel of activists from Nigeria and South Africa will discuss how African LGBTIs are organizing for their freedom despite extreme violence and some of the world's worst anti-gay laws. 2:00pm - 5:00pm Episcopal Center, 65 E. Huron St., www.facebook.com/events/1494602454101923/ .
AVER ( LGBT Veterans ) BBQ and Beer Bust Flag Day, $10 donation gets beer, hot dogs, hamburgers, etc. Volunteer to bring food at Jamesdarby@aol.com or by phone. 3:00pm - 7:00pm Replay Beer & Bourbon 3439 N Halsted St 773-752-0058
Sisters that Love with Pride Informational workshop on health risks Facing LBTQ women.Betsy Rubinsten, MA, LSW. Conference room. Free. Limited space. RSVP to 708-252-0400. 3:00pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted 773-472-6469 www.centeronhalsted.org .
Sunday, June 15
Jarvis Square Wine Affair Featuring 12 purveyors and over 50 wines. $10 at advance, $15 at the door. Portion of the proceeds go to Gale School. Tickets available at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/708590 or at R Public House, Towbar, or Taste Food & Wine. 2:00pm - 5:00pm
PFLAG DuPage monthly meeting Showing the film Daddy and Papa: A film that explores the lives of gay men who have made a decision that is both traditional and revolutionary: to raise kids themselves. 2:00pm St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton www.pflagillinois.org .
Monday, June 16
Melissa Etheridge with members of Chicago Symphony Orchestra Orchestra celebrating its 25th annual Corporate Night. Concert-only tickets: $35 to $99. Preconcert dinner and concert package tickets: $200. Sean O'Laughlin, conductor 7:30pm Chicago Symphony Center ( Orchestra Hall ) 220 S Michigan Ave 312-294-3000 or 800-223-7114 Tickets: cso.org .
Tuesday, June 17
Chicago Post Office to Dedicate Harvey Milk Stamp The Chicago District will hold a local dedication of the new Harvey Milk Forever stamp, prior to the "State of the LGBTQ Union Forum" at the Center on Halsted. 6:15pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted www.centeronhalsted.org .
Screening and discussion of Gen Silent Many who fought the earliest battles for LGBT equality are now senior citizens. "Gen Silent" sheds light on the issue of discrimination against LGBT people as they age. Register 773-248-8700 or celebrate@lincolnparkvillge.org Lincoln Park Village & Center on Halsted present. $5 in advance; $10 at the door . 6:45pm Center on Halsted 3656 N Halsted lincolnparkvillage.org/wp-content/uploads/Gen-Silent-Flyer.061714.pdf .
Tegan and Sara Announce Let's Make Things Physical Tour Canadian indie rock duo composed of identical twin lesbian sisters Tegan Rain Quin and Sara Keirsten Quin. With The Courtneys and My Midnight Heart. 7:30pm The Vic Theatre 3145 N Sheffield Ave www.victheatre.com .
Wed., June 18
Gerber/Hart Library and Archives Pride Month Open House, Public Meeting The public is invited to drop by and tour the new location at 6500 N Clark Street and to learn more about recent developments at the library. Q&A session will follow. 7:00pm Gerber Hart Library and Archives 5315 N Clark St www.gerberhart.org .
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