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CALENDAR
from JUNE 2021
QUEER THINGS to DO
Resolve to stay involved with the help of our weekly planner. Visit OutSmart Magazine.com
STAGE June 25
An Evening with Christina Wells
Houston singer Christina Wells skyrocketed to success as a semifinalist on America’s Got Talent in 2018. Today, the lesbian artist continues to inspire audiences with her songs about love and acceptance. With this attitude in mind, Wells and her band will perform “a love letter to Houston’’ at the Miller Outdoor Theatre. The evening will feature songs that brought Wells national attention, such as “I Know Where I’ve Been” and “I Am Changing.” Tickets will be available online starting on June 18, masks are mandatory, and covered seating is limited. The performance will also be livestreamed for those unable to
NIGHTLIFE June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
CHARLIE’S ANGELS ON TUESDAYS AT JR’s
JR’s Bar & Grill presents Charlie’s Angels, a weekly event featuring local drag performers Blackberri, Chloe C. Ross, Kofi, Kalani Ross Kahlo, Roofie Dubois, and Jewel Seymour. Food is available from What-A-Taco kitchen, and masks are required for entry.
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COMMUNITY June 5
COMING OUT SUMMER FLING
The Houston GLBT Political Caucus hosts a Coming Out Summer Fling fundraiser, the organization’s first in-person event since the pandemic began. The John Paul Barnich Justice Award will be presented to distinguished LGBTQ Houston judges Shannon Baldwin, Jason Cox, Jim F. Kovach, Beau Miller, and Jerry Simoneaux. tinyurl.com/2djewkvb
SPORTS June 26
PRIDE SPORTS HOUSTON - DODGEBALL OPEN PLAY
Pride Sports Houston presents its fourth annual Dodgeball Open Play season at Q&B Sports Soccer and Indoor Futsal. The event is open to all sexual identities, races, and skill levels. $5 cover, and you must be at least 20 years old to play. tinyurl.com/3tzh4tv3
ART June 5
MONTROSE ART MARKET
BUDDY’S Houston hosts their monthly Montrose Art Market, a one-stop shop for crafts, wall art, sculptures, and more, all made by local artists. Admission and parking are both free.
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COMMUNITY June 9
CELEBRATING TRANS VOICES
The Greater Houston LGBT Chamber of Commerce teams up with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) to present Celebrating Trans Voices. The virtual event features stories, music, and special guests.
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COMMUNITY July 5
DISCUSSION AND LEGISLATIVE DEBRIEFING WITH REP. ANN JOHNSON
Texas State Representative Ann Johnson (D-Houston), an out LGBTQ activist, invites the public to her new district office for a conversation about the 87th Texas Legislative Session, which wrapped up on May 31.
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SOCIAL June 13
BRUNCH-CADE WITH THE GAYMERS
The Houston Gaymers celebrate Sunday Funday at Cidercade, an arcade and bar located in EaDo near downtown Houston. Admission is $10 and includes access to over 275 games and a bar with 24 different ciders, seltzers, and wines.
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SOCIAL June 19
BAEWATCH X SALVATION
Pride Houston and Lesbians of Color (LOC) Nation Entertainment present Baewatch x Salvation, an official Pride Houston pool party. The event is 21+ and pool attire is strongly encouraged.
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SOCIAL June 8
HANDHELDS CONNECT!
The Houston Gaymers hosts its first inperson meetup in over a year at Memorial Park. The event will allow participants to play Nintendo Switch games and the smartphone app Pokémon Go. Consoles and phonecharging stations will be available.
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NIGHTLIFE June 19
BLACKBERRI’S BIRTHDAY BASH
Houston’s bearded beauty celebrates her birthday with a drag show at ReBar. Hear performances by RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 12 star Crystal Methyd and local artists Roofie Dubois, Luna of the Lilies, and Ondi. $10 cover. tinyurl.com/n6ed2jfh
NIGHTLIFE June 20
SYMONE AT ReBAR
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 13 winner Symone will perform at ReBar for one night only. Hosted by Blackberri, the event also features performances by Hu’Nee B, Dey’Jzah Opulent Mirage, and Amya Jackson-Ross. Buy your tickets on the ReBar Facebook page and skip the line.
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COMMUNITY June 24
SENIOR LIVING CENTER GRAND OPENING
The Montrose Center presents the grand opening of its Law Harrington Senior Living Center, an LGBTQ-affirming senior-living facility in Third Ward. The opening will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by two scheduled receptions in order to limit crowd size. Reserve your ticket here: tinyurl.com/5cabz9mn
ART June 26
MARTY
Art League Houston’s annual MARTY (Montrose Art Party) is going virtual again this year. Hosted by Radu Barbuceanu, the online event is free and features dancing, performances, games, and a silent auction of works by local artists. Proceeds go to Art League Houston’s Healing Art Program for adults living with HIV/AIDS.
tinyurl.com/7nkmycms
HAPPY PRIDE!
QUEER THINGS to DO SAVE theDATES
SOCIAL July 17–18
Comicpalooza
Comicpalooza is back at the George R. Brown Convention Center for two days. This pop-culture festival features celebrities, shopping, and activities that will keep you entertained. Tickets available on the Comicpalooza website.
tinyurl.com/48sb4wa2
NIGHTLIFE June 25 July 18
Gottmik at ReBar
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 13 finalist Gottmik—the first trans man to ever compete on the show—visits ReBar for a night of show-stopping performances.
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COMMUNITY July 30
Heavy Hitters Pride
The Hilton Houston Westchase hosts the sixth annual Heavy Hitters Pride convention, which provides safe spaces for urban gay men, their admirers, and allies. The two-day event features networking, bond-building, and a wide range of activities.
