Thursday, June 16

as you desire me Greta Garbo and Melvyn Douglas star in the 1932 George Fitzmaurice film. 6:30 pm. Cinematheque Ontario, 317 Dundas W. 416-968-FILM.

david buchan/robert flack/andrew zealley Art installation. To Jul 30. Art Metropole, 788 King W. 416-703-4400.

canadian society of painters in watercolour Exhibition of art by 70 society members. To Jul 15. Free. Roberts Gallery, 641 Yonge. 416-924-8731.

cat on a hot tin roof Tennessee Williams's classic drama, directed by Richard Monette, runs in rep to Oct 29. $49-$104. Avon Theatre, Stratford. 1-800-567-1600, www.stratfordfestival.ca.

cote d'azur Olivier Ducastel and Jacques Martineau's new film about sun, sex and silliness on the Riviera plays at various cinemas.

dance at the drake Guest DJs. $12 (Kristjan Hayden Pride Project benefit). Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen W. kristjanhayden@rogers.com.

debra digiovanni The stand-up comic performs to Jun 18. $7-$15. Laugh Resort, 370 King W. 416-364-5233.

gypsy Jackie Maxwell directs the festival's production of Stephen Sondheim's Broadway classic. To Oct. 30. $42-$82. Festival Theatre, Niagara-on-the-Lake. 1-800-511-7429, www. shawfest.com.

hello dolly! The Broadway musical runs in rep to Nov 6. $55-$114. Festival Theatre, Stratford. 1-800-567-1600, www.stratfordfestival.ca.

david hockney/eli langer Photos and paintings. To Jul 2. Paul Petro Gallery, 980 Queen W. 416-979-7874.

the intervention/sissy boy slap party/ starcrossed The Worldwide Short Film Festival includes some gay-themed shorts. $8.50. Isabel Bader Theatre, 93 Charles W. Schedule at www.shortfilmfest.com.

into the woods Familiar fairy-tale characters run into trouble in the Stephen Sondheim/ James Lapine musical. To Oct 30. $44-$114. Festival Theatre, Stratford. 1-800-567-1600, www.stratfordfestival.ca.

i wanna be a pirate too baby Pride exhibition of graphite portraits on paper by Kris Knight. To Jul 8, reception Jun 23, 6-8 pm. Gallery X, 491 Church. 416-925-6665 ext 10.

brian linehan: a life in lights A look back on the career of the late show biz entertainer. 8 pm. Citytv.

luis jacob Sculpture at Solo Exhibition. To Jun 21. 787 Queen W. 416-504-0534.

the l word Tonight's episode of the lesbian television series is Longing. 10 pm & 3:30 am. Showcase.

the making history: Construction of Queer Identity Art by Stephen Andrews, Melissa Levin, Will Munro, Andy Fabo, Ed Pien, Deanna Bowen, Barbara Balfour and others. Opens today 7-9 pm. Free. Qu-Art Gallery, 125 King E.

mysterious skin Gregg Araki's film about sexual abuse and its repercussions plays at various cinemas.

perfect life Jet Matas's play about a gay man on the verge of a straight marriage who runs into an ex-boyfriend runs to Jun 26. $12-$20. Poor Alex Theatre, 296 Brunswick. 416-817-7498.

pridecab Youth strut their stuff in the grand finale of the Queer Youth Arts Program. 8 pm. $10, under 25 free. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

pride employment network Talk on challenges facing Toronto police in the future. 7 pm. Free. 51 Division, 51 Parliament. 416-487-1758.

pussies prevail: we came, we fought, we con-queered! Hot fun for all women and transpeople with massage, dry sauna, a heated pool, streamroom and more. 8 pm-4 am. Club Toronto, 231 Mutual. 416-925-9872 ext 2115.

rubber Art show where local youth use condoms as the main medium. Free. 7-10 pm. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander. 416-340-8484 ext 254.

stag club Art installation by DeCoste & Moffatt. To Jun 30. Free. Zsa Zsa, 962 Queen W. 416-537-3814.

toronto sculpture garden Installation by Luis Jacob. To Sep 15. 115 King E.

trans-fusion-crew Meeting space for trans youth and their allies. Thursdays 7-9 pm. 416-324-5078, soystudent@sherbourne.on.ca.

uppity queers reading series Sky Gilbert, Zoe Whittall, RM Vaughan, Drew Rowsome, Mariko Tamaki, Troy Yorke and Alex Rowlson. 8-10 pm. Pwyc ($5 sugg). Toronto Free Gallery, 660 Queen E. 416-961-4161.

vintage beefcake photography Homo-erotic photography by Allan B Stone, Bob Misner and others. Opens today 6-8 pm and runs to Jul 16. O'Connor Gallery, 97 Maitland. 416-921-7149.

volunteer with pride Sign up to volunteer at various Pride Week activities. 6-9 pm. Satellite Lounge Recruitment Centre, 500 Church. www. pridetoronto.com.

walk on water Eytan Fox's film is a political and psychological thriller with religious and sexual undertones. Mt Pleasant Cinema.

Friday, June 17

dragged across america The B-Girlz are back in their latest glamour disco cabaret. Friday and Saturday 8 pm. $20. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

foreplay 2005 Official Pride Week launch party. 6-9 pm. Free. Woody's/Sailor, 465 Church. www.pridetoronto.com.

jason palma The DJ spins funk, jazz, house, Latin and more. $5, free before midnight. Andy Poolhall, 489 College. 416-923-5300.

knotty knights JD Triple-X mixes it up for the naughty scenesters. 10 pm-2 am. No cover. Lot 16, 1136 Queen W.

les demimondes Performance by burlesque troupe the Scandelles and a post-show party. 8 pm. $18, party $10. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

the queer communities and controversies Conference on social change and queer liberation. 9 am-5 pm. $10 or pwyc. OISE, 252 Bloor W. http://jqstudies.oise.utoronto.ca/conference.

queer in the headlights Opening of an exhibition of art by Cecilia Berkovic, Andy Fabo, Lynne Fernie, Andrew Harwood and others with performances by Trash & Ready, Hunter Valentine and DJ Will Munro. 7 pm. Pwyc-$5. NOW Lounge, 189 Church. 416-364-1301.

the rocky horror picture show Jim Sharman's classic drag film starring Tim Curry screens at 11:45 pm. Bloor Cinema, 506 Bloor W. 416-516-2330.

sin cities San Francisco's drag queens, Bend Over Boyfriend movies and precision kicking star in this edition of the documentary. 10:30 pm. Showcase.

tattoo expo Tattoos by artists from around the world, body piercing jewellery, urban fashions, live entertainment and more. Today 2 pm; tomorrow & Jun 19, noon. $85 pass. Holiday Inn on King, 370 King W. www.tattoos.com.

women of canada Informal gathering for African lesbians. Fridays 6-9 pm. Free. Vision Africa 2000, 155 Dundas E. 416-703-5903.

volunteer with pride Sign up to volunteer at various Pride Week activities. 4-9 pm. Satellite Lounge Recruitment Centre, 500 Church. www. pridetoronto.com.

Saturday, June 18

channel your hidden diva The Notso Amazon Softball League for lesbians and queer women holds a pre-Pride dance with DJ Secret Agent. 8 pm. $15, adv $10. 519 Church Community Centre. 416-925-9872 ext 2260.

a feast of show tunes Broadway and popular classics performed by singing students. 8 pm. $10. Church of the Transfiguration, 11 Manor E. 416-483-9532.

gilles jr The Montreal DJ spins. Fly Nightclub, 8 Gloucester. 416-410-5426, www.flynightclub. com.

hiv and spirituality Workshop for people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. 10 am-4 pm. Free. Register 416-340-8484 ext 283.

live and loud Wild and sexy evening featuring queer rockers Rocket Tits and Scandalnavia. 8 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

my dungeon Pre-Pride warm-up fetish party with toy workshops, a collaring ceremony and more. 9 pm-3 am. $10, $8 before 11 pm. Kathedral/Big Bop, 651 Queen W. www.mydungeon.ca.

shaan syed Art by Syed is on view to Jun 26. Free. Woody's, 465-467 Church. 416-972-0887.

tiki tease Skin Tight Outta Sight Rebel Burlesque with DJ Oooo and guests. 10 pm. $15. Cadillac Lounge Patio, 1296 Queen W. www. skintightouttasight.com.

town hall Forum on the impact of privatization on queer and trans communities. 1-4 pm. Free. OPSEU Bldg, 31 Wellesley E. 416-979-9594.

volunteer with pride Sign up to volunteer at various Pride Week activities. 9 am-6 pm. Satellite Lounge Recruitment Centre, 500 Church. www.pridetoronto.com.

y tu mamá también Gael Garcia Bernal and Diego Luna star in this film about two close friends on the cusp of adulthood who explore their sexuality on a road trip. 10 pm. Showcase.

Sunday, June 19

cabaret vulgare Pride extravaganza starring Troy Yorke, Renee Percy, Lex Vaughan and more. 9 pm. $15, adv $10. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

let it go, let it flow Workshop on g-spots and female ejaculation for women, FTM and trans men. 1-4 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

mrs doubtfire Robin Williams plays a divorcé who disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend secret time with his kids. 4 pm. Toronto1.

pride week kick-off party Pride Toronto celebration and silent auction. 6-10:30 pm. Free. Woody's, 465 Church. www.pridetoronto.com.

singalong chicago Inside Out leads an outdoor singalong of the hit musical. 9 pm. Pwyc ($5 sugg). Cawthra Park, 519 Church. 416-977-6847.

toronto newsgirls boxing club show Kickboxing and some dirty tunes by DJ Triple-X. 2:30-5:30 pm. Sully's Gym, 21 Wade. www.torontonewsgirls.com.

volunteer with pride Volunteer orientation session. Noon. Free. Ryerson Pitman Cafe, 160 Mutual. www.pridetoronto.com.

the wizard of oz The classic musical starring Judy Garland and Ray Bolger screens at 7 pm. Cineforum, 463 Bathurst. 416-603-6643.

Monday, June 20

artwherk! Exhibition of art by Damian Mellin, Russell Hay, Tara Charbonneau, Madonna Limoges and Nigel Gough runs to Jun 23 with performances nightly at 7 pm. This Ain't the Rosedale Library, 481A Church. 416-929-9912.

ellen: the ellen degeneres show Hour-long, five-days-a-week talk variety show hosted by Degeneres. Mon-Fri 5 pm on Citytv.

flag raising Raising of the rainbow flag and reading of the Pride Week Proclamation plus live music. Noon-1:30 pm. Free. City Hall Rotunda, Queen and Bay.

get her off Workshop on how women and/or trans folk can pleasure each other. 7-9:30 pm. $25. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

monday nite drop in Dinner and activities for LGBTT youth under 25. Mondays 6-8:30 pm. St Peter's Anglican Church, 188 Carlton. 416-324-5082, soymentoring@sherbourne.on.ca.

volunteer with pride Volunteer orientation session. 7 pm. Free. Holiday Inn, 370 King E. www.pridetoronto.com.

zipperz/cellblock pride staff show (Pride Toronto benefit) 11 pm. Donation. 72 Carlton. 416-921-0066.

Tuesday, June 21

express Safe meeting space for newcomer and immigrant queer youth. Tuesdays 6-8 pm. 365 Bloor E. 416-324-5083, soynewcomer@sherbourne.on.ca.

hollywood greats: judy garland Documentary on the diva whose Somewhere Over The Rainbow inspired Pride's multicoloured flag. 3:15 am. Bravo.

a midsummer night's prom: a decade of pride & magic End-of-the-year celebration for LGBTT high school students and their friends with host Trey Anthony. 8 pm-1 am. $12. 416-324-5077, soy@sherbourne.on.ca.

pride 25 awards gala and dinner Pride Week gala dinner featuring performances by John Alcorn, Laura Hubert and others. 6:30 pm. $250 (Pride Toronto benefit). Sutton Place, 955 Bay. www.pridetoronto.com.

ryerson pride Volunteer meeting for people interested in making float decorations for the Pride Parade. Noon. Free. RyePRIDE Office, 55 Gould. ryepride@ryesac.ca.

sew who cares Casey House fundraising auction of quilts by artists and designers from the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community plus entertainment. 8 pm-1 am. $30-$50. Design Exchange, 234 Bay. 416-216-2145.

thunder-pride Performance by the legendary Michelle Ross, Stephanie Stevens and a special guest. 11 pm. Free. Zippers/Cellblock, 72 Carlton. 416-921-0066.

transformed Night of gender-bending and gender-blending with the music of Rodney Sharman, Deirdre Piper and more. 8 pm. $15, srs $10, stu $5, dinner & show $40. 519 Church Community Centre. 416-902-7010.

Wednesday, June 22

anna karenina Clarence Brown's tragic film starring Greta Garbo and Fredric March screens at 6:30 pm. Cinematheque Ontario, 317 Dundas W. 416-968-FILM.

black queer youth Safe meeting space for black, multiracial, African/Caribbean youth under 29 who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual or questioning. Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm. 365 Bloor E. 416-324-5083, soyprojects@sherbourne.on.ca.

campus pride patio party RyePride patio party with DJ Aural and more (4:30-11 pm) plus a pride ceremony and barbecue (5 pm). Free (all ages). Ryerson Student Campus Centre, 322 Church. ryepride@ryesac.ca.

cheap queers The Hardworkin' Homosexuals are back with queer and queer-friendly entertainment hosted by Jane and Shoshana Sperling. 8 pm. $4.62. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

cuddle party Safe, non-sexual workshop for queer-positive women exploring affectionate touch, boundaries and communication. 7-10:30 pm. $20-$35 sliding scale. Wonderworks, 79A Harbord. cuddletoronto@yahoo.ca.

foofer's super karaoke More than 8,000 songs and a state-of-the-art sound system. 11 pm. Free. Zippers/Cellblock, 72 Carlton. 416-921-0066.

hump day bump DJs Will Munro and Michael Comeau spin at this weekly queer dance party. 8 pm. Free. Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen W.

the late late show with craig ferguson Hairspray and Pink Flamingos auteur John Waters makes a rare appearance on talk TV. 12:35 am. CBS/CHCH.

muff diving for all All-genders workshop on the art of cunnilingus. 7-9:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www. goodforher. com.

queer reflections Stories, poems, photos and a zine by GLBT youth and seniors. 7:30 pm. Free. 519 Church Community Centre. 416-392-6874.

Thursday, June 23

afro transit Interviews with queer black trans activists and artists. 5-7 pm. CKLN Radio.

aids candlelight vigil Speeches and a candle-lighting remember those lost to AIDS. 9 pm. Free. Cawthra Square Park, behind 519 Church. www.the519.org.

artwherk! An exhibition of art by Damian Mellin, Russell Hay, Tara Charbonneau, Madonna Limoges and Nigel Gough ends today with a performance at 7 pm. This Ain't the Rosedale Library, 481A Church. 416-929-9912.

aural jet DJ Shane Percy spins at a GBLT Youthline fundraiser. Fly Nightclub, 8 Gloucester. 416-410-5426, www.flynightclub.com.

david buchan/robert flack/andrew zealley Art installation. To Jul 30. Art Metropole, 788 King W. 416-703-4400.

canadian society of painters in watercolour Exhibition of art by 70 society members. To Jul 15. Free. Roberts Gallery, 641 Yonge. 416-924-8731.

cat on a hot tin roof Tennessee Williams's classic drama, directed by Richard Monette, runs in rep to Oct 29. $49-$104. Avon Theatre, Stratford. 1-800-567-1600, www.stratfordfestival.ca.

cheap queers The Hardworkin' Homosexuals are back with queer and queer-friendly entertainment hosted by Keith Cole and Deb "Dick" Pearce. 8 pm. $4.62. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

cote d'azur Olivier Ducastel and Jacques Martineau's new film about sun, sex and silliness on the Riviera plays at various cinemas.

cougar party Miss Barbrafisch and DJ XXX perform at the closing night party for Imagining A Lover's Discourse fundraising art auction for Glad Day Bookshop. 9 pm-midnight. Pwyc ($5 sugg). Toronto Free Gallery, 660 Queen E. 416-961-4161.

ellen: the ellen degeneres show Hour-long, five-days-a-week talk variety show hosted by Degeneres. Mon-Fri 5 pm on Citytv.

greta garbo retrospective Cinematheque screens Garbo films through Jun 28. $10. Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas W. 416-968-FILM.

gypsy Jackie Maxwell directs the festival's production of Stephen Sondheim's Broadway classic. To Oct. 30. $42-$82. Festival Theatre, Niagara-on-the-Lake. 1-800-511-7429, www. shawfest.com.

hard drawing Large-scale drawing installations by Nigel Nolan and Katie Brond Pretti. 7 pm. Free. Lehmann Leskiw Fine Art, 626 Richmond W. 416-922-1914.

hello dolly! The Broadway musical runs in rep to Nov 6. $55-$114. Festival Theatre, Stratford. 1-800-567-1600, www.stratfordfestival.ca.

david hockney/eli langer Photos and paintings. To Jul 2. Paul Petro Gallery, 980 Queen W. 416-979-7874.

imaging a lover's discourse Closing party and auction for a group exhibition featuring Luis Jacob and Paige Graitland. 9 pm. $5 sugg. Toronto Free Gallery, 660 Queen E. 416-961-4161.

into the woods Familiar fairy-tale characters run into trouble in the Stephen Sondheim/ James Lapine musical. To Oct 30. $44-$114. Festival Theatre, Stratford. 1-800-567-1600, www.stratfordfestival.ca.

i wanna be a pirate too baby Pride exhibition of graphite portraits on paper by Kris Knight. To Jul 8, reception today 6-8 pm. Gallery X, 491 Church. 416-925-6665 ext 10.

kids on tv live at the bathhouse All-gender Pride Week event with DJ Will Munro. 10 pm. Free w/ bathhouse entry fee (Fund for Abolishing Bawdy House Laws benefit). Spa XS, 105 Carlton. www.kidsontv.biz.

ignition Prism welcomes Pride at a party with DJs Paulo and TK. 10 pm-3:30 am. $15. 5ive Night Club, 5 St Joseph. www.prismtoronto.com.

the making history: Construction of Queer Identity Art by Stephen Andrews, Melissa Levin, Will Munro, Andy Fabo, Ed Pien, Deanna Bowen, Barbara Balfour and others. Free. Qu-Art Gallery, 125 King E.

mr & miss Mr and Miss International pageant with appearances by Trinity Ross and Jasmine Fox. 8:30 pm. $50, adv $45. Church on Berkeley, 315 Queen E. 416-272-9465.

mysterious skin Gregg Araki's film about sexual abuse and its repercussions plays at various cinemas.

perfect life Jet Matas's play about a gay man on the verge of a straight marriage who runs into an ex-boyfriend runs to Jun 26. $12-$20. Poor Alex Theatre, 296 Brunswick. 416-817-7498.

pink blood Launch of Douglas Victor Janoff's book on homophobic violence in Canada. 7:30 pm. Free. YMCA, 20 Grosvenor. www.pinkblood. ca.

pride mixer Pride Business Network's annual networking mixer. 6-10 pm. $25, adv $20. The Churchmouse and Firkin, 475 Church. info@ pbntoronto.com.

pride pub Queers and their allies mingle and celebrate Pride. 6 pm-midnight. Free. U of T Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle. 416-946-5624.

queer in the headlights Exhibition of art by Cecilia Berkovic, Andy Fabo, Lynne Fernie, Andrew Harwood and others. NOW Lounge, 189 Church. 416-364-1301.

queer reflections Exhibition of art by young and older LGBT artists. To Jul 30, 9 am-9 pm. free. 519 Church Community Centre. 416-392-6878 ext 118.

revelation Dancing with DJ Cory Activate. 11 pm. Free. Zippers/Cellblock, 72 Carlton. 416-921-0066.

same sex show/same sex wedding show Entertainment by Carole Pope and Chezwick, mini stage performances, fashions shows, a Red Zone and more. Today and tomorrow. $20, adv $15. Convention Centre, 255 Front W. 416-410-5455, www.samesexshow.com.

stag club Art installation by DeCoste & Moffatt. To Jun 30. Free. Zsa Zsa, 962 Queen W. 416-537-3814.

shaan syed Art by Syed is on view to Jun 26. Free. Woody's, 465-467 Church. 416-972-0887.

tantra for queers Learn the basics of tantric sex. 7-9:30 pm. $25. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

toronto blue jays pride community day The Jays play Baltimore to support Pride Toronto. 7:07 pm. $19.45. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1188.

toronto sculpture garden Installation by Luis Jacob. To Sep 15. 115 King E.

trans-fusion-crew Meeting space for trans youth and their allies. Thursdays 7-9 pm. 416-324-5078, soystudent@sherbourne.on.ca.

vintage beefcake photography Homo-erotic photography by Allan B Stone, Bob Misner and others. Opens today 6-8 pm and runs to Jul 16. O'Connor Gallery, 97 Maitland. 416-921-7149.

walk on water Eytan Fox's film is a political and psychological thriller with religious and sexual undertones. Mt Pleasant Cinema.

what's up at the 519? Interviews with groups that meet at the community centre. 6:30-7 pm. CKLN Radio.

word of mouth Marshalette McTyson tackles homophobia in the Caribbean. 7-8 pm. CKLN Radio.

Friday, June 24

all rise Pride party for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer folks and friends with DJs Nikki Red, San Fran and Carma. 10 pm-4 am. $15, adv $10 (Supporting Our Youth benefit). Court House, 57 Adelaide E. 416-324-5078.

atlantis wet party Wet T-shirt and wet underwear contests plus a sexy shower show. Till 5 am. The Barn, 418 church. 416-977-4702.

aural jet/shane percy The DJs spin in support of the GBLT Youth Line. Fly Nightclub, 8 Gloucester. 416-410-5426, www.flynightclub. com.

boot camp Pride military and leather party, featuring the amazing porn show with Carlos Morales. 10 pm-8 am. $50. Kool Haus, 132 Queens Quay E. www.prismtoronto.com.

booty call Buddies' official kick-off party to Pride Weekend. 10:30 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

cheap queers The Hardworkin' Homosexuals are back with queer and queer-friendly entertainment hosted by Sonja Mills and David Ramsden. 8 pm. $4.62. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

drag ball Drag and fetish party with Keke Vasquez, Marc Ellis, Amalia and more. 9 pm. $50, adv $45. Church at Berkeley, 315 Queen E. 416-361-9666.

forte men's chorus The chorus presents Steam Heat, a musical journey through the city's gay community. 7:30 pm. $25, adv $20. St Luke's United Church, 353 Sherbourne. 416-961-5708.

genderfukt! From drag to burlesque and everything in between with the Royal Renegades and the Wet Spots. 10:30 pm. $9, adv $7. Sneaky Dee's, 431 College. Skylar.Rocket @gmail.com.

goddess hilarious Stephanie Stevens (10 pm) and DJ Black Cat (11 pm). Free. Zippers/Cellblock, 72 Carlton. 416-921-0066.

grapefruit pride Party from 9:30 pm-5:30 am. $15, $10 before midnight. Fly Nightclub, 8 Gloucester. 416-410-5426.

ignition Prism warm-up party hosted by Circuit Mom. 5ive Nightclub, 5 St Joseph. www. prismtoronto.com.

the jump-off Friday-night event for women happening on three floors. $15, before midnight $10. Bauhaus, 31 Mercer. 416-593-0311.

latin groove party Casey House fundraiser with DJ Radamés Nieves, entertainment and dinner. Laurentian Room, 51A Winchester. 416-925-8680.

latin pride Dancing with DJs Alex and Michelle Ross. 10 pm. George's Play, 507 Church. 416-963-8251.

glenn ligon Opening reception for Ligon's exhibition Some Changes. 7-10 pm. Power Plant, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4949.

miss canada world Drag pageant with title holders including Goldie, Sultana and Simba Hall. 6 pm. $50, adv $45. Church at Berkeley, 315 Queen E. 416-272-9465.

moist Women's Pride dance with DJs Deb Parent, kelly boy and Zahra spinning old school, reggae and more. 9 pm. $20, adv $15. Opera House, 735 Queen E. women4montreal@hotmail.com.

paula poundstone The comedienne performs one show only. 7 pm. $25. Phoenix Concert Theatre, 333 Sherbourne. 416-323-1896.

pride week cheek David MacLean hosts performances by gay and lesbian comics including the Wet Spots, Dawn Whitwell, Doug Taylor and Peter Lynch (8:30 pm. $15), followed by a Pride Get Up dance party (11 pm, $5). Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen W. www.funnygayguy.com.

shame Pride edition of the queer rock night Vazaleen with DJ Will Munro and guests. 10 pm-4 am. $25, upstairs only $7. Lee's Palace, 529 Bloor W. 416-532-1598.

supper club Prism's fancy dinner and dance with John Alcorn and his trio. 6-11 pm. $150 (benefit for Canadian Liver Found). Carlu, 444 Yonge. www.prismtoronto.com.

synchro celebrates pride DJs Denise Benson, Lynne T and Sasha Van Bon Bon. $5 (benefit for the Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line. Andy Poolhall, 489 College. 416-923-5300.

temptation in eden A sexy night of lust and desire with music by Barry Harris, Mark Falco and more. 10 pm-6 am. $35, more at the door. London Nightclub, 364 Richmond W. www. risetoronto.com.

wet and wild cruise Women dance on the water to DJs. 7:30 pm. $35. Queens Quay E of Yonge. www.wetandwildcruise.ca.

women of canada Informal gathering for African lesbians. Fridays 6-9 pm. Free. Vision Africa 2000, 155 Dundas E. 416-703-5903.

women's pride dance Celebrate pride and diversity with DJ Deb Parent, Kelly Boy and Zahra spinning old school, disco, house, reggae and more. 9 pm. $20, adv $15. Opera House, 735 Queen E. ldevine@gwemail.ryerson.ca.

Saturday, June 25

the affair Sexy, sophisticated, wild, risqué party. $15, before midnight $10. Tantric Lounge, 422 Adelaide W. 416-593-0311.

aqua Celebrate Pride at Prism's outdoor water party with DJ David Knapp and more. 1 pm-8 am. $25. The Docks, 11 Polson. www.prismtoronto. com.

barbados charity ball Jazz, calypso and more with the Merrymen plus a dinner and silent auction support scholarships and HIV/AIDS programs for youth. Convention Centre, 255 Front W. 905-472-1188.

beef ball Performances by Lena Love and DJ Neill MacLeod. 10 pm-6 am. $25 adv. Opera House, 735 Queen E. www.beefdip.com.

bombshell 05 DJs, dancing under the stars and a Pride review party. From 6 pm. Free. Zippers/Cellblock Beer Garden, 72 Carlton. 416-921-0066.

candy shop Lots of candies and other things to suck on with DJs Blackcat and T'n'T. 10:45 pm. $20, before midnight $15. Fez Batik, 129 Peter.

chickitas Benefit party for Women for Sydney at the Opera House. $15. Red Lion Pub, 449 Jarvis. lianne@chickitas.com.

community cafe The Gen-X Bears, queer dance exhibition, Queer Asian Youth variety showcase and Philippine students cabaret. 11:30 am-9:30 pm. Free. Paul Kane Parkette, Wellesley btwn Church and Yonge. www.pridetoronto.com.

community fair Meet others who share your interests at a street fair. 11 am-8 pm. Free. Church btwn Gloucester and Alexander. www. pridetoronto.com.

dyke march Women march for Pride at 2 pm. Starts Bloor and Church and heads S on Yonge to Alexander. Free and open to women of all orientations. www.pridetoronto.com.

C family pride Crafts, games, kids entertainment and a picnic. Church Street Jr Public School, Church and Alexander. 11 am-6 pm. Free. www. pridetoronto.com.

519 pride beer garden Dyke March edition featuring a women and trans section with proceeds going to support the 519 Church Community Centre. No cover. www.the519.org.

fruit loopz pride youth stage Pink Ink poetry slam, music, drag, comedy, videos and more. 3-10 pm. Free. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

stephan grondin The Montreal DJ spins. Fly Nightclub, 8 Gloucester. 10 pm-7 am. $25, $20 before 1 am. 416-410-5426, www.flynightclub.com.

heat Sizzling outdoor party on the beach with music by Brett Henrichsen, Cajjmere Wray and more. 3-10:30 pm. $15, more at the door. Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion, 1775 Lakeshore W. www. risetoronto.com.

homo night in canada Evening of high shticking with gay and lesbian comics including Diane Flacks, David MacLean and Oot & Aboot. 8 pm. $20. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

joy: the main event Prism Pride party with DJs Boy George, Tony Moran and Alyson Calagna. 10 pm-8 am. $60. Kool Haus and Big Top, 132 Queens Quay E. www.prismtorontocom.

juicy pride party Featuring DJs Holly Rock, KiKi and Violca plus girlie go-go dancers and giveaways. 10 pm. $10. El Mocambo, 464 Spadina. 416-777-1777.

my barbarian pagan rights Sexual-mystical rock tale covering everything from druidic discos to gay marines. 9 pm. $10. Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen W. 416-531-5042.

pride and remembrance run Run or walk a 5K course around Queen's Park to support AIDS and gay/lesbian charities. 10 am. Pledges (Pride and Remembrance Assoc benefit). Church and Wellesley. www.priderun.org.

proud karaoke Proud TV, TS, trans and friends karaoke. 7 pm-midnight. No cover. Paddy's Playhouse, 161 Gerrard E. 416-921-6112.

queer dance exhibition Five LGBT dance clubs join forces. 12:30-3:30 pm. Free. Paul Kane Parkette, Wellesley W of Church.

rome: the pride cruise Live music by Miss Heather Leigh West and Lady X aboard the Empress of Canada. $40. Foot of Yonge. Reserve boildar@yahoo.ca.

saturday morning live Pride edition of the morning talk show featuring a queer writers roundtable. 10 am-1 pm. CKLN Radio.

savour pride Resident DJ Denise Benson spins for women, trans folks, queers and friends with guests DJ TnT and DJ Dalia. $10. Andy Poolhall, 489 College. 416-923-5300.

set it off saturdays DJs Nikki Red and San Fran present the disco glitter edition of their weekly show. 10 pm. Ciao Eddie, 489 College. 416-927-7774.

silver Party with Asian flavours featuring songs, go-go dancers, dancing and more. 9:30 pm-3:30 am. $10-$20. 5ive Nightclub, 5 St Joseph. 416-318-8950.

tallulah's @ pride An evening of bare-a-oke with Sasha Von Bon Bon and Kitty Neptune. 10:30 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

tnt men's naked dance DJ Mark Bisson spins 2-8:30 pm. $6. The Barn, 418 Church. 416-977-4702.

women ah run tings The all-female reggae empowerers celebrate their 10th anniversary with a show and party. 10 pm. $15. Rivoli, 332 Queen W. 416-596-1908.

xiu xiu Lead singer Jamie Stewart sings of gay life and loss. 10:45 pm. $10-$12. Poor Alex, 296 Brunswick. 416-324-9863.

Sunday, June 26

for complete pride day listings and parade route, see page 46

Monday, June 27

Events

michael cunningham The Hours author discusses the book with Rebecca Caldwell. 7:30 pm. $8. Brigantine Rm, Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000.

ellen: the ellen degeneres show Hour-long, five-days-a-week talk variety show hosted by Degeneres. Mon-Fri 5 pm on Citytv.

42nd street Outdoor screening of the classic musical starring Ruby Kelor. 8:30 pm. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. www.ydsquare.ca.

monday nite drop in Dinner and activities for LGBTT youth under 25. Mondays 6-8:30 pm. St Peter's Anglican Church, 188 Carlton. 416-324-5082, soymentoring@sherbourne.on.ca.

Tuesday, June 28

express Safe meeting space for newcomer and immigrant queer youth. Tuesdays 6-8 pm. 365 Bloor E. 416-324-5083, soynewcomer@sherbourne.on.ca.

queer mothering in the new millennium Panel discussion with actor/writer Diane Flacks, Rachel Esptein and Joanna Radbord. 7-10 pm. $12, adv $10 (LGBT Parenting Network benefit). NOW Lounge, 189 Church. 416-595-0307 ext 268.

Wednesday, June 29

black queer youth Safe meeting space for black, multiracial, African/Caribbean youth under 29 who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual or questioning. Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm. 365 Bloor E. 416-324-5083, soyprojects@sherbourne.on.ca.

giving head Fellatio workshop for women, FTM and trans men. 1-4 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.