Friday, May 24
Charis Books screens the documentary “Audre Lorde: The Berlin Years 1984 – 1992” tonight at 7 p.m., www.charisbooksandmore.com
Bwb appears with Chrisette Michele, who played Black Gay Pride in 2011, at 7:30 p.m. at Chastain Park Amphitheatre, www.livenation.com
Gay singer-pianist Michael Feinstein performs at 8 p.m. at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, www.aso.org
Singer-songwriter Jen Foster performs at 8 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, www.eddiesattic.com
Edie Cheezburger presents The Other Show on Fridays. Doors open at 8:30 p.m., show at 9:30 p.m. at Jungle, www.jungleclubatlanta.com
DJ Stan Jackson spins at 10 p.m. at the Heretic, www.hereticatlanta.com
Enjoy Mr./Mrs. Atlanta Eagle Bar Night at 10 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, www.atlantaeagle.com
“Rupaul’s Drag Race” sensation Raven rocks the joint at 11 p.m. tonight at Burkhart’s, www.burkharts.com
Shavonna B. Brooks hosts Extravaganza at 11 p.m. Saturday nights at Burkhart’s, www.burkharts.com
Saturday, May 25
The Atlanta Rollergirls host a Basic Skills Workshop at 11 a.m., 1721 Wilmat Drive, Norcross, 30093, www.atlantarollergirls.com
JustUsATL, a youth-run organization that provides a safe space for LGBTQQA youth, celebrates its first anniversary with games, meet-and-greets, dinner and more, 6 – 9 p.m. at JustUsATL, www.justusatl.org
Expect to see undergarments galore at the Boxers, Briefs & Bras Fashion Underwear & Swimsuit Show from 6 – 10 p.m. at Jungle, www.jungleatl.com
Gay singer-songwriter Lucas Miré celebrates his CD release concert at 7 p.m. at Eddie’s Attic, www.eddiesattic.com
The Heretic hosts Country Night Dancing beginning at 8 p.m., followed by DJ Mike Pope. www.hereticatlanta.com
Play, Atlanta’s new Latino night, heats up at 10 p.m. Saturdays at Mixx, www.mixxatlanta.com
DJ Birdman graduates from high school and throws a party, with all kinds of merriment and special guests, 10 p.m. – 3 a.m., LeBUZZ, www.thenewlebuzz.com
Sounds by DJ Roots Queen & DJ E spice up the LovHer: Memorial Day Edition party, 10:30 p.m. – 3 a.m. at Takorea, www.lovheratl.com
Check out “The Q,” as four drag queens hold a roundtable “kaffee klatsch” discussion with local celebs and authors, cooking segments and more. 9-10:30 p.m. then DJ Alex Acosta spins for a gym-themed Locker Room Party at Jungle, www.jungleatl.com
My Sister’s Room hosts the Traxx Girls Memorial Party with DJ Ree De La Vega, www.mysistersroom.com
Sunday, May 26
The Heretic brings the beach to the ATL at the Summer Kick Off Party, with swimsuit contest and DJ Mike Pope and more. Benefits Joining Hearts. 3 – 9 p.m. at the Heretic, www.hereticatlanta.com
Ladies at Play hosts a Memorial Day Weekend party at AJA beginning at 10 p.m., www.ladiesatplay.com
Monday, May 27
Friends on Ponce continues its Pensacola on Ponce holiday party weekend, www.friendsonponce-atl.com
Angelica D’Paige hosts Blue Monday Karaoke at 11:30 p.m. at Burkhart’s, www.burkharts.com
Tuesday, May 28
Tuesdays, unwind with a sing-along with pianist David Reeb at 8 p.m. at Mixx, www.mixxatlanta.com
Tuesdays, Thursdays and early Saturdays are Three Legged Cowboy country nights at the Heretic, www.hereticatlanta.com
Wednesday, May 29
Feed your inner feminist! Dine out for Charis Circle from 5 – 10 p.m. at Wahoo Decatur, www.wahoogrilldecatur.com
Phoenix and Nicole Paige Brooks host Dragamaniacs, an open mic drag talent show, at 10 p.m. at Jungle, www.jungleatl.com
DJ Lydia Prim spins for Cubby Underwear Night. 10 p.m. at Atlanta Eagle, www.atlantaeagle.com
Thursday, May 30
The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival kicks off with good eats and great events through June 2 at various Midtown Atlanta restaurants/sites, www.atlfoodandwinefestival.com
Daryl Hall and John Oates perform live at 8 p.m. at Chastain Park, www.chastainseries.com
Gay humorist David Sedaris reads from his new book of essays, “Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls,” at 6 p.m. at the Egdewood Barnes & Noble bookstore in Edgewood, located at 1217 Caroline St. www.barnesandnoble.com
Friday, May 31
Meak Productions hosts a mixer and press conference detailing future plans to celebrate the organization’s 10th anniversary, 5 – 9 p.m. at 200 Office, www.meakproductions.com
Author and former Atlanta resident Yolo Akili reads from his new inspirational book “Dear Universe” at 7 p.m. at Charis Books & More, www.charisbooksandmore.com
See familiar faces and get to know new friends at the Meet Project Live Love event and social event for the organization, who’s mission is to influence culture through love in action by engaging, networking and mobilizing people who are motivated by love. 7 p.m., East Andrews & Andrews Upstairs, www.eastandrews.com
A foursome of artists in the round – John McCutcheon, Michelle Malone, Caroline Herring and Levi Lowrey – perform at 8 p.m. at the Red Clay Theatre, www.eddieowenpresents.com
Best Coast plays at 8:30 p.m. at Variety Playhouse, www.variety-playhouse.com
“Swank,” a new monthly event for women, debuts. 10 p.m. – 2:30 a.m. at 10th & Piedmont, www.10thandpiedmont.com
Strap on your gear and get ready for to see uniforms aplenty at the Military Edition of Manshaft, 10:30 p.m. – 2:30 a.m. at Cockpit, http://thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot.com/
The LeBUZZ staff does double duty at the 4th annual Turnabout, performing duets, solos and then making drinks at 11 p.m. at LeBUZZ, www.thenewlebuzz.com
DJ Christopher Kind spins at 11:30 p.m. for Jungle University, www.jungleatl.com
Saturday, June 1
Austin’s DJ C-Rail joins the hirsute crowd for the popular Bear Invasion, 9 p.m. – 3 a.m. at the Heretic, www.hereticatlanta.com
CHRIS Kids hosts its annual Premiere Party benefitting area children, youth and families, with DJ Vicki Powell spinning. 6 – 10 p.m. at Mason Murer Fine Art Gallery, www.chriskids.org
Atlanta Pride kicks off Stonewall Month with the Sylvia Rivera Community Event, 12:30 – 2 p.m. at the Phillip Rush Center, www.rushcenteratl.org
Activist/Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence member Rick Westbrook turns 50 and many of his friends celebrate him with a “(Pork) roast,” benefitting Lost–n-Found Youth. 6 – 9 p.m. at Jungle, www.jungleatl.com
Charis Books hosts author Fiona Zedde for a book release party in honor of “Broken in Soft Places,” 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., www.charisbooksandmore.com
A summer staple with arts, food and fun, the Virginia Highland Summerfest takes place this weekend, www.vahi.org/summerfest/
Get ready to croon “Seasons of Love” at the “Rent” sing along and dinner, 7 p.m. at the Phillip Rush Center, www.rushcenteratl.org
Occupy Our Homes celebrates its one year anniversary party, 7:30 – 11 p.m., Occupy Our Homes Atlanta, www.occupyourhomesatl.org
‘60s beach party realness/music and a screening of “Psycho Beach Party” highlight Barnacle Babes at 10:30 p.m. at Mary’s, www.marysatlanta.com
Sunday, June 2
A session specifically addressing legal issues for same-sex couples is on tap today, sponsored by Georgia Benefits Counsel and Atlanta Pride. The second half of the session is scheduled for June 16. Both sessions run from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Phillip Rush Center, www.rushcenteratl.org
Ron Pullman presents the Humble Legends Tea Dance, 6 p.m. at Jungle, www.jungleatl.com
The inimitable Armorettes spice up Sunday night, 6 – 8 p.m. at Burkhart’s, www.burkharts.com
DJ Rick and DJ Maestro spin at 7 p.m. on Sundays at Mixx, www.mixxatlanta.com
Fall Out Boy performs at 8 p.m. at the Tabernacle, www.tabernacleatl.com
Monday, June 3
PFLAG-Atlanta hosts a support group meeting, 7:30 – 9 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta, www.pflagatl.org
Tuesday, June 4
Every Tuesday, sing out at Mary-oke starting at 9 p.m. at Mary’s, www.marysatlanta.com
VJ Marco Polo puts on a night of showtunes every Tuesday night at 9 p.m. at Amsterdam Atlanta, www.amsterdamatlanta.com
Wednesday, June 5
The second annual Fringe Festival begins tonight and runs through June 9, including the trans show “It’s My Penis and I’ll Cry if I Want To” and the gay-themed “LoversLane” at 7 Stages, www.atlantafringe.org
On Wednesdays, catch the Lust & Bust Show with host Lena Lust and featuring Shawnna Brooks. 11 p.m. at Blake’s on the Park, www.blakesontheparkatlanta.com
Thursday, June 6
Rascal Flatts and the Band Perry team up at 7 p.m. at Lakewood, www.ticketmaster.com
Gay comedian Ross Mathews of “Chelsea Lately” cracks jokes at his Man Up! Tour at 8 p.m. at the Buckhead Theater, www.thebuckheadtheatre.com
Learn all about our LGBT history at Stonewall 101, presented by Touching Up Our Roots, Love Under Fire, and Atlanta Pride at 7 p.m. at the Phillip Rush Center, www.rushcenteratl.org
Sister’s Night at Woofs: The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence hold their monthly meeting to raise money for various charities, 6 – 9 p.m., www.woofsatlanta.com
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
Hosted by the gay Hotlanta Softball League, the Big Peach tournament brings dozens of teams from around the country to compete in three divisions, with plenty of social events as well. www.hslbigpeach.com
The Decatur Arts Festival takes to the Decatur Square on Saturday and Sunday for two days of art, music, theater, children’s activities and more. Musical performances include Shawn Mullins on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and Delta Moon on Sunday at 4 p.m. www.decaturartsfestival.com
The Atlanta Jazz Festival brings music, vendors and more to Piedmont Park from Saturday to Monday, including a performance at 7 p.m. Saturday by Meshell Ndegeocello, who is bi and known for her politically charged lyrics. www.atlantafestivals.com
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, June 8
As part of Stonewall Month, Atlanta Pride and Metro Atlanta Democratic Socialists of America offer an Insider history of LGBT Atlanta, 11 a.m. at Open Door Community, www.opendoorcommunity.org
“Cirque Nuit,” the 2013 version of the Atlanta Cotillion/AID Atlanta fundraiser, is tonight from 7 p.m. – 1 a.m. at the Delta Heritage Museum Hangar,
www.atlantacotillion.com
Three years of love, looks and diversity are honored at H2(H)O3, the Bedlam third-anniversary party. 9 p.m. – 3 a.m., Wetbar of the Atlanta W Downtown,
www.watlantadowntown.com
The weekend Peachtree Hills Festival of the Arts offers a park full of arts and crafts, with an emphasis on Georgia artists. Peachtree Hills Recreation Center, www.peachtreehillsfestival.com
Monday, June 10
Stevie and Lindsey and the rest of Fleetwood Mac perform at 8 p.m. at Philips Arena, www.philipsarena.com
Sting performs at 8 p.m. at Chastain Park, www.chastainseries.com
Tuesday, June 11
A part of Stonewall Month, catch the “On these Shoulders We Stand” screening, sponsored by Touching Up Our Roots and Atlanta Pride, at 7 p.m. at the Midtown Art Cinema, www.atlantapride.org
Billy Idol rocks at 8:30 p.m. at the Tabernacle, www.tabernacleatl.com
Wednesday, June 12
Stephen Mosher and Pat Dwyer – the male couple who get married in every state they can – appear at a screening of “Married and Counting,” sponsored by Out On Film and Atlanta Pride, 7 p.m. at the Midtown Art Cinema, www.outonfilm.org
Toga is the theme for PALS Bingo night at 7:30 p.m. at Jungle, www.palsatlanta.org
Friday, June 14 – Saturday, June 15
Indigo Girls and Joan Baez play two shows at 7 p.m. at Chastain Park Amphitheatre, www.chastainseries.com
Friday, June 14 – Sunday, June 16
Peach Party weekend features DJs Twisted Dee, Corey David, Tony Moran, Russ Rich, Paulo, Manny Lehman, David Knapp, Martin Fry and Alyson Calagna spinning at venues including the Heretic, Piedmont Park, Jungle, Xion and Las Margaritas. More info and passes available at www.PeachPartyATL.com
Friday, June 14
Adult film director Chi Chi LaRue appears at Atlanta Pride Night, 10 p.m., BJ Roosters, www.atlantapride.org
Saturday, June 15
In partnership with Atlanta Pride the raucous, drag-heavy East Point Possum Show benefits Lost-n-Found Youth. 7 – 11 p.m., 2727 East Point Street, www.eastpointpossums.com
The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus debuts its Big Gay Sing at 6 p.m. at Jungle, www.agmchorus.org
Southeast Black & Blue Bound in Leather Night at the Atlanta Eagle, 10 p.m. at the Atlanta Eagle, www.atlantaeagle.com
Sunday, June 16
Manny Lehman spins at private club Xion at 3 a.m., http://cariocaproductions.com/
Tuesday, June 18
Go “Out in the Stands” as the Atlanta Braves host their third annual LGBT night as the Braves take on the New York Mets. 5 – 7 p.m. pre-game meet-and-greet with Ben Cohen, 7 p.m. first pitch, presented by the Atlanta Braves, benefitting the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, www.atlantapride.org