Capital Pride Events
Capital Pride 2010 Events
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Tuesday, June 1st - Sunday, June 13th
Calendar-at-a-Glance
Tuesday, June 1st
Official Capital Pride Flag Raising: City Hall, Albany-Noon
Pride Dinner Night: Participating restaurants-Wolfs Biergarten, Albany; Irish Mist, Troy; Bombers Burrito, Albany & Schenectady; Dale Miller, Albany
Wednesday, June 2nd
Interfaith Prayer Service: FUUSA, 405 Washington Ave., Albany-7pm
Game Night w/Frieda and Carmen: Fuze Box, 12 Central Ave., Albany-7:30pm
Thursday, June 3rd
Official Capital Pride Kick Off BBQ: CDGLCC, 332 Hudson Ave., Albany-5pm
Kick-Off Karaoke: Oh Bar, 304 Lark St., Albany-8pm
Pride Theme Therapy Thursday: Fuze Box-11pm
Friday, June 4th
First Friday: CDGLCC, Albany-6pm
LGBTQ Alternative Youth Prom: Revolution Hall 425 River St., Troy-7pm
Pride Beach Party: Rocks, 77 Central Ave., Albany-10pm
Saturday, June 5th
GayAlbanyOnline.com Pride T-Dance: Dale Miller, 30 S. Pearl St., Albany-4pm
Roller Derby: Armory-6pm
Supporting Event: Orange Party, Rocks-10pm
Sunday, June 6th
Bi-Brunch: CDGLCC, Albany-11am
Pride Mini Golf: Oasis Fun Park, 97 N. Greenbush Rd., Troy-11am
Vintage Pride Potluck Extravaganza: 1st Presbyterian Church, Albany-1pm
Pride T-Dance/Karaoke/Drag show: Rocks-4pm
Supporting Event: Albany Bomber Exhibition Game, Knickerbockers Ice Rink-3:30pm
Monday, June 7th
Pride Bowling: Playdium, Ontario Ave., Albany-6pm
Paisley For Brains Starring Musty Chiffon: Capital Rep. Theatre, 11 N. Pearl St., Albany-7pm
Supporting Event: Pride Bowling, Sportsman's Bowl-6pm
Tuesday, June 8th
Building the Next 40 Years of LGBT Community Panel Discussion: Huxley Theater, NYS Museum-7pm
Wednesday, June 9th
Rainbow Access Initiative presents 2nd Annual Access Awards: NYS Museum, Albany-6:30pm
Cabaret Dinner Theater: Irish Mist Pub, 285 2nd St., Troy-7pm
Meet & Greet The Bois Acoustic Open Jam Night: Rocks-9pm
Supporting Event: Film-For the Bible Tells Me So, Unity Church-6pm
Thursday, June 10th
Why Should We Care About Hate Crimes Panel Discussion with Albany District Attorney Soares: Huxley Theater, NYS Museum-7pm
Lovely Ladies Night: Tess's Lark Tavern, 453 Madison Ave., Albany-8pm
Pride Ball Therapy Thursday: Waterworks, 76 Central Ave., Albany-11pm
Supporting Event: Gays & Lesbians in the Military Panel Discussion, Veterans Administration Hospital-Noon
Friday, June 11th
Pride and Poetry: UAG, 247 Lark St., Albany-7:30pm
LesBoa-Capital Pride Official All Girls Party: Fuze Box-9pm
Land HO: Oh Bar-10pm
Pre-Cruise Party: Rocks-8pm
The Party Bus: Rocks-11pm
The Big Gay Cruise: State & Front Sts., Troy-12am
Saturday, June 12th
KeyBank Pride 5K Run/Walk and Rainbow Fun Run: Washington Park, Albany-8am
Pride Family Fun Day: Washington Park, Albany-Noon
Family Diversity Day: Exhibit Halls, NYS Museum-11am
Life is a Cabaret: Rocks-4pm
Aka Cassidy: WAMC's The Linda-8pm
Sing out Louise & Diva Night Remixed w/Shannon and Kat DeLuna Live: Waterworks-9pm
Sunday June 13th
Capital Pride Parade/Festival: Washington Park-11:45am
Closing Parties: Rocks, Oh Bar, Waterworks-5pm
Tuesday, June 1st - Sunday, June 13th
Capital Pride Event Details
TUESDAY, JUNE 1ST
Official Capital Pride Flag Raising
City Hall, 24 Eagle Street, Albany • Noon
This year we are raising 40 rainbow flags throughout the Capital District to celebrate the 40 years we have been celebrating Pride here at the CDGLCC. The event kicks off with Albany City Hall raising our first flag.
Pride Dinner Night
Participating restaurants: Wolfs Biergarten, Albany; Irish Mist, Troy; Bombers Burrito, Albany & Schenectady; Dale Miller, Albany • 7:30 pm• Cost of your Meal
Come join us for a double delight. You get to enjoy delicious food and drinks from Albany's finest Gay Owned and Operated restaurants and 10% of proceeds from food sales will be donated to the CDGLCC. Come sample some of the best food in the Capital District while donating to your community center that has been serving the area for 40 years!
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2ND
Interfaith Prayer Service
First Universalist Society of Albany (FUUSA), 405 Washington Avenue, Albany • 7:00 pm • Free
Join together in faith and pride at a special Pride Interfaith Service at FUUSA. The event, sponsored by Advocates for Welcoming Congregations, will include ecumenical worship, music and be followed by a dessert reception. The theme is "Our Song: 40 Years of Spirit & Pride." The musical service will honor the CDGLCC's 40.
Game Night
Fuze Box, 12 Central Avenue, Albany • 7:30 pm
Your hosts Frieda Munchon, Whisky Sour, and Carmie Hope have planned a fun night of games including Musical Chairs, Frieda Says, Frisky Twister, and Match Game with a spin. An assortment of card games and board games will be on hand. Come and win some prizes!
THURSDAY, JUNE 3RD
Official Capital Pride Kick Off BBQ
CDGLCC, 332 Hudson Ave Albany • 5:00 pm
$5 Suggested Donation
Food, friends, and fun at the annual opening event of Capital Pride Week.
Kick-Off Karaoke
Oh Bar, 304 Lark Street, Albany • 8:00 pm
$5 cover, Cash Bar
Voted "2010 Best Karaoke" by Metroland. A-Man Productions featuring Juan gets you singing and dancing after the BBQ! Happy Hour prices from 8pm until 10pm. Shot Girls & Giveaways during the event.
Pride Theme Therapy Thursday
Fuze Box, 12 Central Avenue, Albany
11:00 pm • Under 21 $10, 21+ Free, Cash Bar
Come out and celebrate Therapy Thursday with a Pride theme!D.J. Shawn Gillie will be hosting the evening with fun contests and drink specials all night!
FRIDAY, JUNE 4TH
First Friday-The Pride Show
CDGLCC, 332 Hudson Avenue, Albany • 6:00-9:00pm
Come to the Romaine Brooks Gallery, the CDGLCC's very own art gallery for their annual Pride show. The gallery features a new show every month to coincide with Albany's popular "First Friday," and, for June, they have a special Pride show planned. You won't want to miss this great exhibit!
LGBTQ Alternative Youth Prom
Revolution Hall, 425 River Street, Troy • 7:00pm-11:00pm $10 per person
This year we are celebrating 40 years of pride with our annual A-Prom celebrating its 13th year! A-Prom is a casual, inclusive and welcoming alternative to traditional high school proms. Join several hundred lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth and allies ages 13-19, for an unforgettable night of dancing, socializing, and making new friends in a safe, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere. A-Prom 2010 promises to be bigger, better, and more badass than ever!! It will feature HomoRadio DJ's Sean McLaughlin and Ryan Smith, as well as DJ Bob Hawley of Electric Blue DJ Service all in tuxes playing our requests; door prizes; all-you-can-eat snacks/soft drinks/bottled water; a free souvenir photo booth; community organization networking tables; Pride buttons/pins/stickers for sale; memento goodie bags to take home and more!
Pride Beach Party
ROCKS, 77 Central Avenue, Albany • 10:00pm-2:00 am
$5 cover
Lounge on the beach while watching our sexy swimsuit contest. Beach balls, beach blankets and beach music get you into the island party mood as you enjoy the ocean breeze while sipping our Malibu Rum and frozen drink specials all night.
Film: "The Rocky Horror Picture Show"
WAMC the Linda on Central Avenue, Albany • 11:00pm • $6
Rocky Horror in residence at The Linda! Now including The Double Feature Creatures, the Albany-based Rocky Horror Shadow Cast.
It doesn't matter how many times you've seen it, it just feels good to put the fishnets on! They're back, Brad, Janet, and the whole kinky troupe from transsexual Transylvania! Without a doubt this film is one of a kind. The Rocky Horror Picture Show is still the weirdest film out there, and probably the ultimate cult classic even after more than 25 years. Whether you're a TRHPS virgin or a true fan, come be a part of a truly unique movie going experience. So break out your fishnets and bustier and don't forget your toast!
SATURDAY, JUNE 5TH
GayAlbanyOnline.com Pride T-Dance
Dale Miller, 30 S. Pearl Street, Albany • 4:00 pm
$10 in advance or $12 at the door, 21+
Join GayAlbanyOnline.com on the roofdeck of Dale Miller Restaurant for an amazing first-of-its-kind Capital Pride event. DJ Avery Matthews will be spinning on the 12th floor with views of the Capital Plaza and Hudson River! Tickets may be purchased on Facebook.com/gayalbany or Dale Miller Restaurant, 30 S. Pearl Street, Albany.
Roller Derby - The Empire Skate Troopers v. The Morristown Madams
Washington Avenue Armory • 6:00 pm
Come see Albany's original roller derby team at the Washington Avenue Armory. This is a family friendly event that features live music, food and beverages, and of course, an action packed roller derby bout! The Empire Skate Troopers will face off against the Morristown Madams in what is sure to be one of the most intense bouts of the season.
SUPPORTING EVENT: Orange Party
ROCKS, 77 Central Ave Albany • 10:00 pm • $10 cover
Break out your Orange clothes for Albany's only Circuit Party! After a brief hiatus, the Orange Party is
back and better than ever! ROCKS is bringing youthe hottest party with the coolest music featuringa special guest DJ for those of you ready to dance like never before! Great themed drink specials will keep the party going all night long!
SUNDAY, JUNE 6TH
Bi-Brunch
CDGLCC, 332 Hudson Avenue, Albany
11:00 am-1:00 pm $2 Donation
"Bisexual Brunch: Bringing bisexuals together one bagel at a time." Come to the Bisexual Brunch being held as an official Capital Pride event! We will offer tasty treats, good company among your fellow bisexuals and some live music!
Pride Mini Golf
Oasis Fun Park 97 N. Greenbush Road, Troy
11:00 am-3:00 pm • $12 per person
The hit event of Pride is back! The Mini-Golf Tournament with prizes and raffles. Pizza, soda and ice cream will be served. Please e-mail capitalpride@cdglcc.org if you plan to attend this event so we can provide Oasis with a head count in advance.
Vintage Pride Potluck Extravaganza
1st Presbyterian Church, Albany • 1:00 pm • Free
The CDGLCC's Vintage Pride program brings LGBT seniors (55 and older) and friends together to celebrate growing gray under the rainbow. Senior health and wellness experts will be present with resources to help seniors age to perfection!
Pride T-Dance/Karaoke/Drag Show
ROCKS, 77 Central Avenue, Albany • 4:00 pm
Suggested Donations
Come join us at ROCKS for a Sunday Back-Deck B-B-Q featuring Happy Hour drink prices! We will have a DJ spinning all your favorite songs (and requests) which should quickly get everyone on the dance floor. To help raise money for the CDGLCC, we will offer a 50/50 raffle!! Make sure to stay after the Tea-Dance for Karaoke with the A-Man from 7pm to 10pm and then followed by the Savage Nites Drag Show at 10pm!!!
SUPPORTING EVENT: Albany Bombers Exhibition Game
Knickerbockers Ice Rink, 103 St. & 8th Ave., Troy
3:30 pm-5:00 pm
Join Albany's gay and straight friendly hockey team play an exhibition game at the Knickerbockers Ice Rink in Troy (103rd St. and 8th Ave.) The Bombers invite our community to come out to support the team; kids and families are especially welcome. A special intermission activity is planned for the kids. Refreshments will be available, and there will be membership information available.
MONDAY, JUNE 7TH
Pride Bowling
The Playdium, Ontario Avenue, Albany
6:00 pm • $12 single, $10 each for groups of
3 or more
This event is an annual favorite! Enjoy not only bowling but also take a chance on a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and fun!
Paisley for Brains
Capital Rep. Theatre, 11 N. Pearl Street, Albany • 7:30 pm
Drag Show-Paisley for Brains. A trip through the psychedelic 60s and beyond. Staring Musty Chiffon with musical director Michael Holland on piano. Musty is a master of her material. She knows how to turn a phrase, hit a note, and strut her stuff. Her masquerade glance alone can simultaneously draw a tear and a smile.
SUPPORTING EVENT: Pride Bowling
Sportsman's Bowl, Schenectady • 6:00 pm
$12 single, $10 each for groups of 3 or more
Enjoy not only bowling but also take a chance on a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and fun!
TUESDAY, JUNE 8TH
Building the Next 40 Years of the LGBT Community
Huxley Theater, NYS Museum, Albany • 7:00 pm • Free
A panel discussion about building the next 40 years of our community features a conversation among the diverse groups within the LGBT community. Panelists, reflecting a range of experiences, will discuss our many identity intersections and how to embrace what the future holds for the LGBT community.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 9TH
Rainbow Access Initiative Presents: 2nd Annual Access Awards
NYS Museum, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany • 6:30 pm
$50, includes dinner
Rainbow Access Initiative, the Capital Region's health and human services advocacy group for the LGBT community, presents awards to individuals and agencies providing professional and respectful services to the LGBT community. This year's speaker will be Harvey Makadon, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School.
Cabaret Dinner Theater
Irish Mist Pub, 285 2nd Street, Troy • 7:00-9:00 pm
$10 cover; order from regular menu
Dinner Cabaret with Carmie Hope, Frieda Munchon, and special guests. Come to a night of song and merriment with your hostesses of Pride. Enjoy a full meal or lighter fare while you are entertained. HAPPY PRIDE!
Meet & Greet the Bois Acoustic: Open Jam Night
ROCKS, 77 Central Avenue, Albany
9:00-11:00 pm
Come down and hear the great sounds of The Bois Acoustic as they host an "Open Jam Night" highlighting local entertainment. The microphone is yours! Sing a song, read poetry, play an instrument, tell a joke-whatever your hidden talent is. You can also choose to sit back and enjoy some of the best local talent in Albany. This event will be hosted by The Bois Acoustic and will benefit the CDGLCC. All proceeds and tips will be donated to the CDGLCC.
SUPPORTING EVENT: Film-"For the Bible Tells Me So"
Unity Church • 6:00 pm
This is an LGBT-positive documentary that shows families and how they find spiritual healing that affirms their LGBT family members.
THURSDAY, JUNE 10TH
Why Should We Care About Hate Crimes?
Huxley Theater, NYS Museum, Albany • 7:00 pm Free
In his first in-depth discussion of hate crimes, District Attorney Soares will talk about offenses that have occurred in the Capital Region while explaining why hate crimes are a matter of concern to everyone in the community.
Lovely Ladies Night
Tess's Lark Tavern, 453 Madison Avenue, Albany 8:00 pm $15 cover
Join the hot lads and lasses of Charmed and Dangerous for the Third Annual Lovely Ladies Night. Also appearing will be the "other ladies" Carmie Hope, Whiskey Sour, and Frieda Munchon. A fun and naughty night will be had by all!
Pride Ball Therapy Thursday
Waterworks, 76 Central Avenue, Albany • 11:00 pm
Under 21 $10, 21+ Free, Cash Bar
Therapy Thursday Pride Ball 2010 frozen T-shirt and underwear contests. Male and Female dancers! Enjoy D.J. Shawn Gillie spinning a variety of hip-hop, top 40, and dance music.
SUPPORTING EVENT: Panel Discussion-"Gays & Lesbians in the Military"
Veterans Administration Hospital, 3rd Fl. auditorium • Noon • Free
The Albany Veterans Administration Hospital Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgendered Straight Alliance Committee is co-sponsoring a panel discussion of veterans. They will share their perspectives on gays and lesbians in the military, and their experiences while serving their country.
FRIDAY, JUNE 11TH
Pride and Poetry
UAG Gallery, 247 Lark Street, Albany • 7:30 pm
$5 cover
Pride and Poetry, co-sponsored by Albany poets, is a poetry reading that features 2 or 3 local queer poets reading from their work. They each read for 15-20 minutes in a celebration of the diversity of our poetic voices. There will also be a short recital of poems by famous queer poets like Frank O'Hara and Allen Ginsburg.
LesBoa: Capital Pride Official All-Girls Party
Fuze Box, 12 Central Avenue, Albany
9:00 pm-4:00 am $10 cover
Pride's Official All-Girl Party featuring DJ Lady Luck. Come support this year's all-girl event. A great chance to hang with your old friends and meet some new ones. Enjoy great dance music and some fantastic drink specials.
Land HO!
Oh Bar, 304 Lark Street, Albany • 10:00 pm
Free, Cash Bar
If boats aren't your thing, DJ CHROME spins his own mixes for those who prefer to stay on land. Voted Albany's Best Gay Bar 2009 & 2010, Oh Bar plays the newest and hottest music every Friday, and there's NO COVER. Play pool and darts or chill out on the patio!!!
Pre Cruise Party
ROCKS, 77 Central Ave., Albany • 8:00 pm
Free, Cash Bar
This is the warm up to The Big Gay Pride Cruise. Come have a few drinks, organize your group and relax until you have to head over to The Big Gay Pride Cruise. The Pre-Cruise Party will have advance sale tickets for The Big Gay Pride Cruise at $30 each. ROCKS will also have advance sale tickets for The Party Bus at this Pre-Cruise Party. The Pre-Cruise Party will have "happy hour" drink prices for the first hour (8pm till 9pm) along with light food and music!
The Party Bus
ROCKS, 77 Central Avenue, Albany • 11:00 pm
Suggested Donations
ROCKS has set up a safe way to get you a "round trip" ride to The Big Gay Pride Cruise for only a $5 donation. Advance sale tickets for The Party Bus will be available at ROCKS starting in mid-May during regular business hours. Seating is limited and is based on a first-come-first-served basis. Get your advance sale tickets early to assure a seat on The Party Bus. The Party Bus will board those with advance sale tickets first (10:45 pm) and then offer the seats that are left till they are gone (for a $5 donation). The Party Bus will get you to The Big Gay Pride Cruise dock by 11:30 pm for boarding. The bus will return to ROCKS after the cruise and ROCKS will offer a regular cash bar till 4am. They will also have coffee and light food available to those who return on the Party Bus.
The Big Gay Cruise
State & Front Street Troy • Midnight
$30 in Advance, $35 at the Gate
THIS IS THE ONLY BIG GAY CRUISE THIS YEAR…SO ALL ABOARD! The A-Man is about to launch yet another Big Gay Cruise. This cruise is a benefit/fundraiser for the CDGLCC and the AIDS Walk 2010. All proceeds after expenses will be donated to these two wonderful groups. It's a three-hour "Gay Party Cruise" that will offer Karaoke, DJ, and a Fabulous Drag Show. There will also be light hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, hot 50/50 raffle bois, dancing and singing, and music everywhere.This is a 21+ event and EVERYONE must show an ID to board the CRUISE. The Cruise will sail rain or shine! Advance sale tickets can be purchased at ROCKS, Romeo Gifts, JP Cruise Lines, and any Team A-Man Karaoke show. You can charge your tickets by calling the JP Cruise Lines at 518-270-1901. www.AmanKaraoke.com has all the up-to-date details and directions. Call The A-Man for group rates of 10 people or more, 518-221-3723. Check this Pride Guide for opening day specials. NO REFUNDS.NO CHECKS.
SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH
Key Bank Pride 5K Run/Walk and Rainbow Fun Run
Washington Park, Albany • 8:00 am
Show your Pride by participating in the 2nd annual Run for Pride 5k! Featuring giveaways and prizes. This event has something for everyone-great for beginners!
Pride Family Fun Day/Field Day
Washington Park Albany • Noon • Free
Bring the family and kids of all ages (sorry, no fur-babies) for a relaxing day in the park featuring an acoustic stage featuring local favorites, field day games, and a LGBT softball tournament: CDGLCC vs. Two Rivers Outdoor Club! Pack a picnic, meet new friends, and enjoy another day of community celebration!
Family Diversity Day
Exhibit Halls, NYS Museum, Albany • 11:00 am Free
Tours, storytelling and crafts are among the activities on this special day when The Museum invites people from all backgrounds to come together to celebrate the diversity of family life and the communities that we all live in and share. Family Diversity Day has been declared a citywide event by Mayor Jennings this year and will feature outdoor activities in Washington Park including live music.
Life is a Cabaret
ROCKS, 77 Central Avenue, Albany • 4:00 pm • Free
Come taste the wine, come hear the band, come blow your… Well, just come out for an evening of cabaret-style entertainment to benefit the CDGLCC…!!!! An early evening of music, comedy, readings, a fire show, and other great local entertainment! This event will be hosted by ROCKS and Albany's own Carmie Hope and Frieda Munchon.
AKA Cassidy
WAMC the Linda on Central Avenue, Albany
8:00 pm • $15 cover
Expect this show to reach some incredible emotional highs as Cassidy returns to the Capital District for the first time as a solo artist. This is an event not to be missed!
Sing Out Louise: REMIXED
Waterworks, 76 Central Avenue, Albany • 9:00 pm
18+ to Enter, 21+ to Drink • $10
The ladies who helped define drag in Albany are back!With the tremendous performances and magnificent response last year, Mama-Brent, Freida Munchon, Penny Larceny and Carmie Hope continue an amazing Pride tradition with "Sing Out Louise, REMIXED." They will dazzle you, amaze you and MIX it up a bit in an electrifying opening show before SHANNON and Kat DeLuna takes the stage.
Diva Nite: SHANNON & Kat DeLuna Live @ Waterworks
Waterworks, 76 Central Avenue, Albany • 11:00 pm
18+ to Enter, 21+ to Drink • $10
International Pop Stars Kat DeLuna and Grammy-nominated artist SHANNON keep the party moving with the #1 hits "Let the Music Play," "Give Me Tonight," "Foolish," "My Heart's Divided," and more. Nominated for a Grammy in the category "Best Female R&B Vocal Performance," SHANNON's amazing vocal range and style gave birth to a new phrase in the music industry: "the Shannon Sound," which has been widely imitated, but never quite duplicated. Kat DeLuna with her chart topping hit "Whine Up," along with SHANNON are sure to rock the house for Capital Pride's Diva Night 2010 at Waterworks Pub!
SUNDAY JUNE 13TH
Capital Pride Parade
Downtown Albany (State Street, Lark Street & Madison Avenue) • 11:45 am-SHARP • Free
Come celebrate the Capital District's Great LGBTQ community! This year we are celebrating 40 Years of Pride with the CDGLCC. The parade steps off at noon in Washington Park, at the intersection of State and Sprague Streets. There will be live music, exciting floats, and as always there are sure to be a few surprises! Come and enjoy the parade and then stay with is in Washington park for the annual Capital Pride Festival. See the map to the right for the detailed parade route.
Capital Pride Festival
Washington Park, Albany • 1:00-5:00 pm • Free
The festivities on the stage kick off immediately following the Pride Parade. Join us as Tony/Grammy-nominated/winning Superstar Taylor Dayne takes the main stage this year. Also this year will feature performances by international pop star Shannon and the world renowned Big Apple Corps! Eat, drink, and be merry in our food and beverage vendor area and visit our vendor/exhibitor tent. We're planning fun for the whole family, so join us for the celebration rain or shine.
Closing Parties
ROCKS, Oh Bar, & Waterworks • 5:00-8:00 pm
Cash Bars
ROCKS, Oh Bar, and Waterworks team up to put the finishing touches on Pride 2010!Join the fun immediately following the Festival.
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