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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, May 27, 2026
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, THE MUSICAL at Chicago Shakes at Navy Pier [Streeterville]

  • When
    Sunday, May 31, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    800 East Grand Avenue Chicago, IL 60611
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  Join Chicago Prime Timers at Brokeback Mountain The Musical

  CHICAGO SHAKESPEARE IS SAYING THIS PERFORMANCE IS NOW SOLD OUT. No additional tickets are available

  CPT members are invited to attend the first Sunday matinee performance of the North American premiere of Ashley Robinson’s powerful new stage adaptation of the beloved novella that inspired the Academy Award–winning film.

  Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM
  CPT Group Rate: $56 (includes all taxes and fees)

  Regular ticket prices for this performance range from $66 to $88, making this a wonderful savings for our members.

  Wyoming, 1963. Against a vast and unforgiving landscape of rural poverty and deeply conservative communities, two young ranch hands — Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist — take seasonal jobs on Brokeback Mountain. What begins as a summer of hard work soon becomes something neither man expected.

  Spanning twenty years, this sweeping story of hidden love and longing is brought to life with soulful, original Country Western songs performed live onstage.

  On-site parking is available in the Navy Pier garages, with entrance via Illinois Street. Weekend traffic can be heavy, so plan extra time. You may also pre-purchase parking online through the Navy Pier website.

  Navy Pier is accessible via CTA bus routes 29 (State), 65 (Grand), and 66 (Chicago). You can also take the Red Line to Grand and transfer to the 65 Grand bus heading east. The #124 Navy Pier Express runs from Ogilvie Transportation Center and Union Station during peak times.

  After the performance, let’s keep the conversation going! We can grab a bite on Navy Pier and share reactions to the show together. Have a favorite spot on Navy Pier? Comment and let us know — suggestions are always appreciated.

  And for those heading north, the evening continues at 6:00 PM at Big Chicks in Uptown for our monthly social. Come for one, come for both, or make it a full day with CPT!

  
  

  
  

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• CHICAGO SPIRIT BRIGADE Showcase [Andersonville]

  • When
    Sunday, May 31, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    1423 W Bryn Mawr Ave,

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  CHICAGO SPIRIT BRIGADE 2026 SHOWCASE

  Get ready for energy, enthusiasm, and plenty of spirit as the Chicago Spirit Brigade takes the floor for a special summer showcase featuring their exciting Mega Routine!

  Known for bringing cheer, pride, and community spirit to events across Chicago, the Chicago Spirit Brigade is a dynamic performance team that appears at parades, festivals, fundraisers, and celebrations throughout the year. This is a wonderful chance to see them in action and support a terrific local organization.

  Admission is free and donations are warmly appreciated.

  There will also be merchandise for sale and a 50/50 raffle, with proceeds helping support Chicago Spirit Brigade’s 2026 operating costs.

  Bring friends, lawn chairs, or even a picnic, and stay after the performance to meet the team and enjoy the fun. A lively summer event full of community pride and positive energy!

   

  Sunday, May 31, 2026

  5:00 pm
  Peirce Elementary School

  1423 W Bryn Mawr Ave,

  Chicago, IL 60660

  
  

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• Sunday at BIG CHICKS! [Edgewater]

  • When
    Sunday, May 31, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL

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  As each month winds down, CPT members will gather for a festive evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

  When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

  • Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!)
  • Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

  The atmosphere is relaxed and social — folks move around, chat, and catch up throughout the evening. Service might be a bit leisurely, but no one minds when the company’s this good! Please note the bar is CASH ONLY, but there is an ATM to help you out!

  We typically start gathering around 6:00 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8:00 PM.

  Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.
  

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• MASPALOMAS from OSA at Facets [Lincoln Park]

  • When
    Monday, June 01, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1517 W Fullerton Ave., Chicago IL

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  Open Space Arts invites you to join us for our next Queer Expression Film Fest screening at FACETS Film Forum, part of our ongoing Gay Movie of the Month series.

  In the sunlit coastal community of Maspalomas, a 76-year-old man has built a life grounded in friendship, freedom, and self-expression.

  When that world is unexpectedly changed, he finds himself navigating a very different environment—one that brings him face to face with old fears, complicated family relationships, and the question of how to remain true to himself.

  Both tender and quietly uplifting, MASPALOMAS offers a moving portrait of resilience, identity, and the enduring importance of living authentically at every stage of life.

  These monthly screenings celebrate bold, intimate, and internationally acclaimed queer cinema, bringing powerful stories to the big screen while creating space for conversation, community, and connection. Each program is thoughtfully curated to showcase filmmakers whose work explores identity, desire, and human connection with honesty and artistry.

  Screenings take place on the final Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at FACETS Film Forum (1517 West Fullerton). However, because Facets is closed on Memorial Day, we have two screenings in June - on the 1st and 29th!

  We often choose a nearby spot to gather for a casual, informal dinner before the screening, so keep your options open and watch for those details as the date approaches.

  We hope you’ll join us for an evening of compelling queer storytelling and shared cinematic experience.

  Please register on the CPT Website So we know you are coming... but also know that your ticket is not confirmed until you actually purchase one from Open Space Arts at the link below. 

  https://www.goelevent.com/OpenSpaceArts/e/Maspalomas

  Tickets are not available on the Facets website.

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• Dinner at The Chicago Diner [Boystown]

  • When
    Tuesday, June 02, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    The Chicago Diner, 3411 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL

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  You don't have to be a vegetarian to love the food at The Chicago Diner! From appetizers to dessert, this Chicago landmark offers something for everyone. You won't leave hungry.

  After dinner, some of us will walk south to Sidetrack to attend OUTspoken, getting a seat by 6:45.

  Of course, you are welcome to join us for dinner whether or not you plan to attend OUTspoken afterward.

  Please register if you plan to join us for dinner and register separately for OUTspoken if you plan to attend that as well.

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• OUTspoken at Sidetrack [Boystown]

  • When
    Tuesday, June 02, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack Video Bar, 3349 N. Halsted, Chicago IL

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  On the first Tuesday of each month, Sidetrack Video Bar hosts OUTspoken, an LGBTQ+ storytelling event. OUTspoken consistently features entertaining and thought-provoking stories, all of which have some gay connection.

  Some of us will meet at The Chicago Diner for dinner at 5:30 p.m. before heading to Sidetrack at around 6:30–6:45 p.m. Please register separately for dinner at The Chicago Diner if you plan to join us there.

  Please register online and also contact Bob to let him know whether you would like to attend dinner at The Chicago Diner, OUTspoken at Sidetrack, or both.
  

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, June 03, 2026
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Breakfast at The Crepe Shop [Lakeview]

  • When
    Saturday, June 06, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    The Crepe Shop, 2934 N Broadway, Chicago IL

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  Come join us for camaraderie, connection, and crepes!

  The Crepe Shop is a cozy café in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood known for its gourmet sweet and savory crepes paired with specialty coffee. It’s a popular spot for breakfast, brunch, or a casual dessert stop. A wide variety of crepes are made fresh to order, using locally sourced ingredients. The Crepe Shop offers both sweet options (like Nutella & banana or berry cheesecake) and savory options (like ham & cheese or smoked salmon).

  
  

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• SMILEY at OSA [Uptown]

  • When
    Sunday, June 07, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
  • Location
    1411 W Wilson

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  Open Space Arts is proud to present SMILEY by Guillem Clua, a sharp, funny, and deeply relatable queer romantic comedy that has captivated audiences around the world.

  
  

  Originally premiering in Barcelona, SMILEYquickly became a breakout success in Spain, enjoying extended runs in Barcelona and Madrid and earning widespread acclaim. Since its debut, the play has been produced internationally across Europe and Latin America, with productions in Germany, Italy, Greece, Cyprus, Chile, Puerto Rico, Peru, and beyond.

  
  

  While SMILEY has become a global audience favorite, it has had only limited exposure in the United States, with select Spanish-language productions in New York and Miami. Open Space Arts’ production introduces this internationally celebrated work to Chicago audiences, offering a fresh opportunity to experience one of the most engaging contemporary queer love stories to emerge from the European stage.

  
  

  When ÁLEX leaves a voicemail for his ex, it lands in the inbox of BRUNO—a stranger. What begins as a wrong message turns into an unexpected connection between two very different men. As texts turn into calls, and calls into something more, they navigate attraction, vulnerability, and the complicated reality of modern love.

  
  

  Funny, fast, and disarmingly honest, SMILEY explores the thrill and risk of connection in a world shaped by screens, expectations, and the fear of being truly seen.  Please register on our site so we know to save you a seat, but your reservation should not be considered confirmed until you purchase a ticket directly from Open Space Arts at this link: 

  
  

  https://www.goelevent.com/OpenSpaceArts/e/SMILEY

  
  

  
  

  
  
  

  
  

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, June 10, 2026
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• A Night with Billy Eichner at Old Town School of Folk Music

  • When
    Friday, June 12, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
  • Location
    4544 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

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  Billy on the Street icon Billy Eichner appears at Old Town School of Folk Music to introduce his audio memoir Billy on Billy.

  Purchase your tickets from Old Town School of Folk Music and register on this page so that attendees will be able to find one another.

  What kind of child grows up to create Billy on the Street? And who is the real Billy Eichner when he's not playing his iconic character? Find out from Billy himself as he joins us onstage to share his unlikely path to stardom, the artists that inspired him, and the forces that shaped him along the way.

  Actor, comedian, writer, and producer Billy Eichner burst onto the scene in 2011 with Billy on the Street , a satirical TV game show he created and starred in, where Billy walked the streets of New York City asking people to compete in pop culture trivia challenges. The show gained a massive fanbase, four Emmy nominations, and much critical acclaim, even experiencing a rebirth on TikTok more than a decade after it first debuted. The show has not only become a dominant force on social media with hundreds of millions of views but remains one of the most beloved and respected comedy acts in the industry. In 2022, Billy co-wrote, starred in and produced the movie Bros, making him the first openly gay man to star in, write, and produce his own major studio film. It was also the first major studio film where all major roles were played by openly LGBTQ+ actors. Today, Billy continues to delight audiences online and on screen, in shows and movies ranging from The Lion King (2019), Parks and Recreation, American Horror Story, American Crime Story, Bob's Burgers, Difficult People, and many more. Most recently, Billy appeared in Honey, Don't!, directed by Ethan Coen, and wrapped production on the upcoming comedy film Judgment Day opposite Will Ferrell, Zac Efron, and Regina Hall.

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• June Open Social at Ann Sather [Boystown]

  • When
    Sunday, June 14, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    909 W Belmont
  • Spaces left
    62

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  LAST DANCE, LAST CHANCE—DON’T MISS OUR FINAL CELEBRATION AT ANN SATHER

  After 25 years, the monthly socials at Ann Sather on Belmont Avenue will be coming to an end—so join us for a buffet dinner and sock hop featuring the soundtrack of your memories, with songs selected by YOU!

  Email Kevin at kwwaria@yahoo.com with your top three favorite songs you’d love to hear at the party, then come dressed to represent your favorite era growing up—whether that’s Greaser, Hippie, Conservative Geek, Beatle, or any look that brings back the fun. Expect great food, great music, great memories, and great company as we celebrate together one more time. Your songs. Your style. Your night!

  As for the future, we’ll let you know what Open Socials look like going forward. But just to be perfectly clear—this is the last time we’ll be at Ann Sather on Belmont Avenue.

  Location:
  Ann Sather
  909 W. Belmont Ave.

  Schedule:
  • 5:30 PM – Doors open and social time begins
  • 6:00 PM – Dinner is served

  Payment Update: Chicago Prime Timers now accepts credit cards at Ann Sather for event tickets, door-prize tickets, and drinks. All credit card payments are handled by Mike Schuppe, CPT Treasurer, so please be sure to find Mike if you’d like to pay by card. We know many members no longer carry much cash, and we’re glad to offer this added convenience at our Open Socials.

  We’re looking forward to a fun night together with good food, good company, and a special performance from one of our own.

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• PRIDE NIGHT AT WRIGLEY [Wrigleyville]

  • When
    Monday, June 15, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Wrigley Field
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    0

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  Show Your Pride with Chicago PrimeTimers!

  Join us for Cubs Pride Day at Wrigley Field on Monday, June 15, 2026, when the Cubs take on the Colorado Rockies. As loyal CPT fans, we’re happy to cheer on a team that won their division last season — let’s keep the good vibes going at Wrigley!

  The Pride Day Special Ticket Offer includes a game ticket and a special-edition Cubs Pride jersey.

  Jerseys are picked up at Wrigley Field before the game on a first-come, first-served basis and are available in sizes M, L, XL, and XXL.

  Tickets will be delivered digitally to your smartphone through the MLB Ballpark app approximately one week before the game. You or someone attending with you must have the app, as paper tickets are not available.

  Please note that Wrigley Field is cashless. All food and beverage purchases must be made with a credit or debit card.

  A portion of each Pride Day ticket supports Cubs Charities and their LGBTQ+ community partners.

  Play ball—and show your Pride!

  
  

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• Gay Men's Book Group at COH: [The Pink Marine] by Greg Cope White

  • When
    Tuesday, June 16, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

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  Gay Men's Book Group-Chicago is a free, open monthly book discussion group welcoming male-identified individuals of all ages who are interested in reading and discussing gay-related literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to be discussed are selected by the group and posted on their Facebook page and via their newsletter email.

  This month's selection is The Pink Marine by Greg Cope White, which has been adapted as the comedy-drama series Boots on Netflix.

  In Greg Cope White's sharp, funny, and unexpectedly moving memoir, he recounts how an insecure New Orleans weakling transforms into a Devil Dog Marine. A coming-of-age story set in the most unlikely place: boot camp.

  When Greg's straight best friend Dale tells him he's spending the summer at Marine Corps boot camp on Parris Island, all Greg hears is "summer" and "camp." So, he signs up too. Never mind that he's underweight, out of shape - and gay, which is illegal in the U.S. military at the time.

  Yes, it's insanely dangerous for both of them. But as fate would have it, the Few and the Proud turn out to be a bunch of oddballs and eccentrics - and a brotherhood is born. In a world where the landmines are both literal and metaphorical, this book takes a hard - and hilarious - look at masculinity and what it really means to belong.

  Greg's chaotic childhood hasn't prepared him for military life. He packs five suitcases for thirteen weeks of training. The U.S. Marines strip him of all of it, shave his head, and put a rifle in his hands. At first, he struggles to keep up - afraid that his secret will be discovered. But as the weeks go by, the desire to survive and earn the title of Marine triumphs over fear.

  He learns that everyone enters the Corps feeling different - judged for the color of their skin, their weight, or their past. Some even choose boot camp over jail. This will push every man past his limit and strip away who he thinks he is. What breaks them also binds them. Nobody comes out the same. Something shifts for Greg. For everyone.

  Told with disarming honesty and biting wit, The Pink Marine follows Greg and his new brothers as they navigate the brutal system of recruit training. Greg must prove he belongs - and figure out who he really is.

  Join us at the Center on Halsted (2nd floor) for the discussion.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, June 17, 2026
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• Lunch at Savanna Restaurant [Lakeview]

  • When
    Thursday, June 18, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Savanna Restaurant, 3334 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

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  Located in Lakeview on Halsted, Savanna Restaurant brings a twist to breakfast. Established in 2016 by the Calderón brothers from Ecuador, Savanna blends Latin flavors with traditional American breakfast, lunch, and brunch. Lunch items start at $15.00.

  Savanna is located at 3334 North Halsted at the corner of North Halsted and West Buckingham Place. It is in the same space that was occupied by Nookies Tree in Boystown, across the street from Sidetrack. Savanna can be easily reached by taking the #8 Halsted bus. Street parking is limited.

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• SOUTHERN RAPTURE, Tin Drum Theatre, Theater Wit [Lakeview]

  • When
    Sunday, June 21, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    1229 W Belmont

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  Join CPT members to enjoy a new play from Tin Drum Theatre!

  In the heart of the Bible Belt, a local theatre announces it will stage a play called Rapture in America—complete with seven seconds of male nudity—and the city goes into a frenzy. Based on actual events, Eric Coble's Southern Rapture turns this civic eruption into a wickedly funny satire about artistic freedom, arts funding, and what happens when conviction outruns common sense.

  Please register on our site so we know you're coming and can reserve a seat for you. Please note that your ticket is not confirmed until it is purchased through the Theater Wit box office at the link below. Use promo code CPT to receive 50% off your ticket price. 

  https://www.theaterwit.org/tickets/productions/574/performances#top

  f you can’t make the selected performance, the discount code is valid for other performances as well—simply use the code when purchasing tickets for whichever date works best for you.
  

  Founded in 2024, Tin Drum Theatre Company is one of Chicago’s newest storefront ensembles, dedicated to challenging, provoking, and inspiring audiences through bold storytelling and fresh artistic voices. Since launching with the original play WINTER GARDEN, the company has quickly begun building a reputation for thoughtful, adventurous work in Chicago’s vibrant theater scene. https://tindrumtheatre.com/

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• Free monthly organ concert at Loyola University [Rogers Park]

  • When
    Sunday, June 21, 2026
  •  
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Madonna della Strada Chapel, 6453 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL

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  Loyola University offers a free monthly organ concert at The Madonna della Strada Chapel on the third Sunday of each month at 3:00 p.m.

  The Chapel is home to the Goulding and Wood Opus 47, the Katheryn “Kay” Stamm Memorial Organ, which is is the musical crown jewel of the chapel.

  Admission and parking are free in the main parking structure; enter at Kenmore and West Sheridan Road. All are welcome.

  Information about upcoming concerts may be found here.

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• Sunday at BIG CHICKS! [Edgewater]

  • When
    Sunday, June 21, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    5024 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL

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  ONE WEEK EARLY DUE TO PRIDE PARADE ON JUNE 28!

  As each month winds down, CPT members will gather for a festive evening of good food, great drinks, and even better company. Join us at Big Chicks, one of our favorite spots to relax and connect!

  When you arrive, head to the cozy room on the left—that’s where the fun happens!

  • Drinks are available at the bar (cash only, so plan ahead!)
  • Food can be ordered at the back of our room, offering tasty bites to enjoy while you mingle.

  The atmosphere is relaxed and social — folks move around, chat, and catch up throughout the evening. Service might be a bit leisurely, but no one minds when the company’s this good! Please note the bar is CASH ONLY, but there is an ATM to help you out!

  We typically start gathering around 6:00 PM, and most of us wrap up by 8:00 PM.

  Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share laughs, stories, and great moments with the CPT community.
  

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• Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret presents [Unity] at Sidetrack

  • When
    Monday, June 22, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL

  Register

  
  

  Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret presents Unity, which is the World Pride theme for 2026. This talented ensemble of musicians will regale you with songs celebrating our unity and our freedom to be proud!

  Please note that the performance is at a special date and time this month, because it's Pride Month!

  Since 2019 the Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret has performed at various cabaret and other musical venues around Chicago, such as Drew's on Halsted, the Drifter, and Sidetrack. The Wilde Cabaret helps to expand Lakeside Pride's musical reach into venues where instrumental groups may not be as easily accommodated and provides performance opportunities to singers and pianists who enjoy Broadway, pop, jazz and folk music. We also partner with our sponsoring ensemble, the Lakeside Pride Jazz Orchestra, and other small jazz ensembles in the organization to provide vocalists when needed.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, June 24, 2026
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• CPT in the 2026 Pride Parade!

  • When
    Sunday, June 28, 2026
  •  
    8:15 AM - 2:00 PM

  Register

  

  SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2026 is the CHICAGO PRIDE PARADE, and for the third year in a row, CHICAGO PRIMETIMERS will have an official trolley in the lineup—we’re thrilled to be back!

  Whether you’ve marched before or this is your first time, this is one of the most joyful and unforgettable days of the year. Our trolley is festive, comfortable, and makes the experience easy and fun. We’re usually placed early in the parade, which means less waiting and more time enjoying the crowds cheering us on.

  You can ride with us or meet us at the lineup:

  TROLLEY PICKUP (WILSON & DOVER – OPEN SPACE ARTS)
  Arrive: 8:15 AM
  Depart: 8:30 AM sharp
  Please be on time—we can’t delay departure.

  Restrooms will be available at OPEN SPACE ARTS and CREAMA COFFEE before boarding.

  MEETING AT THE PARADE LINEUP
  Prefer to meet us there? No problem. We’ll share our exact lineup location about a week in advance.
  Plan to arrive by 9:30 AM.
  All participants must be in place by 10:00 AM.

  RIDE OR WALK
  You’re welcome to ride the trolley or walk alongside it—wave flags, greet the crowd, and bring CPT energy to the route!

  PARADE DAY TIPS
  Stay hydrated (we’ll have a cooler on board)
  Wear sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses
  Dress comfortably—small bags can be stored on the trolley

  PARTICIPATION FEE
  A small fee helps cover the parade entry and trolley rental. Member donations support the rest.

  AFTER THE PARADE
  The route ends near CANNON DRIVE & DIVERSEY. We’ll take a quick group photo and remove decorations—please plan to stay briefly.

  Afterward, you can:
  • Head out on your own, or
  • Ride the trolley north with drop-offs at:
  – Wilson Red Line Station
  – Uptown Taproom

  Many of us will gather at UPTOWN TAPROOM for food, drinks, and celebration—join us!

  Come ride with CHICAGO PRIMETIMERS and be part of an incredible day of pride, visibility, and community.

  SEE YOU BRIGHT AND EARLY—LET’S CELEBRATE!

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• Post Parade Lunch and Refreshments at Uptown Taproom [Uptown]

  • When
    Sunday, June 28, 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    1265 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

  Register

  
  

  After the excitement of the parade, keep the good vibes going! Join your fellow PrimeTimers for lunch and cocktails at Uptown Taproom.

  We’ll be gathering on their spacious outdoor patio, with a mix of sun and shade—and indoor seating available in case of rain or extreme heat.

  If you’re riding the CPT trolley, we’ll drop you off right at Uptown Taproom after the parade. Not on the trolley? No problem—just meet us there when you can!

  Guests can pay by cash or credit card, and separate checks will be available, so no need to worry about splitting the bill.

  Come by, relax, and enjoy great food, refreshing drinks, and even better company.

  Let’s raise a glass to Pride and friendship!

  
  

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• BALLATA FEMMENELLA from OSA at Facets [Lincoln Park]

  • When
    Monday, June 29, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1517 W Fullerton Ave., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Open Space Arts invites you to join us for our next Queer Expression Film Fest screening at FACETS Film Forum, part of our ongoing Gay Movie of the Month series.

  BALLATA FEMMENELLA is a moving and deeply textured journey into the largest and oldest transgender community in Europe: the femmenelle of Naples. Rooted in centuries of history and culture, the femmenelle are an integral part of the city’s identity—at once spiritual, social, and political.

  Through the voices and lived experiences of its protagonists—including activists, artists, sex workers, and community leaders—the film traces both ancestral traditions and urgent contemporary struggles. It draws us into the intimate streets and hidden corners of Naples, where history, identity, and daily life are inseparable.

  Their stories illuminate lives shaped by resilience, devotion, exclusion, and fierce pride, offering a portrait that is at once intimate and expansive.

  Far from any folkloric simplification, BALLATA FEMMENELLA stands as both a political and poetic work—a manifesto of denied identities and a declaration of love for a community without which Naples, and perhaps Europe itself, would be immeasurably poorer.

  These monthly screenings celebrate bold, intimate, and internationally acclaimed queer cinema, bringing powerful stories to the big screen while creating space for conversation, community, and connection. Each program is thoughtfully curated to showcase filmmakers whose work explores identity, desire, and human connection with honesty and artistry.

  Screenings take place on the final Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at FACETS Film Forum (1517 West Fullerton).

  We often choose a nearby spot to gather for a casual, informal dinner before the screening, so keep your options open and watch for those details as the date approaches.

  We hope you’ll join us for an evening of compelling queer storytelling and shared cinematic experience.

  Please register on the CPT Website So we know you are coming... but also know that your ticket is not confirmed until you actually purchase one from Open Space Arts at the link below. 

  https://www.goelevent.com/OpenSpaceArts/e/FemmenellaBallad

  Tickets are not available on the Facets website.

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• Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concerts and Lunch [Loop]

  • When
    Wednesday, July 01, 2026
  •  
    12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist, 55 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Looking for a midweek pick-me-up in the Loop? Join this friendly group to enjoy great music, great company, and great food!

  CPT is happy to continue this years-long tradition. Enjoy a delightful, free concert every Wednesday at the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist at the corner of Wabash Avenue and Wacker Drive. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; concert begins at 12:15 p.m. Refer to the full concert schedule here.

  After the concert, please join us for lunch at historic Pittsfield Cafe at 55 E. Washington, just a few blocks south of the church. The concertgoers typically arrive at the cafe between 1:00 and 1:15 p.m., perfect timing for post-concert chatter and a satisfying meal.

  Whether you are joining us for the concert, lunch, or both, please register so that we can look for one another.
  

  Contact Ron for more information.

  To meet up at the church, look for us in the lobby:

  
  

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• 25th Anniversary Picnic (Free Event): Second Annual Summer Picnic with Optional Pool Time [Jefferson Park]

  • When
    Sunday, July 05, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Location
    Irene C. Hernandez Picnic Grove 4500 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60630

  Register

  
  

  CPT 25th Anniversary Party (Free Event): Second Annual Summer Picnic with Optional Pool Time

  Relax in the park, enjoy good food, and cool off at your own pace.

  Join Chicago PrimeTimers for our second annual laid-back summer picnic in the park. As part of our anniversary celebrations, this is a free CPT event, with the club covering the cost of the park permit and a catered hot lunch. We’ll have a reserved pavilion with picnic tables, making it easy to sit, eat, and socialize comfortably.

  We’ll be returning to the same pavilion we used last year, located in the Irene C. Hernandez Forest Preserve on Foster Avenue. The pavilion is just west of the public pool.

  To help with directions:

  • The park entrance is at Kilbourn Avenue & Foster (north side of the street).

  • The public pool is at Lowell Avenue & Foster (north side of the street).

  • The pavilion is a short walk west of the pool.

  • There is plenty of free parking available in the area.

  • Public transit is also an option: the CTA 92 Foster bus runs along Foster Avenue, with stops nearby.

  We’ll start at 10:00 a.m. for early risers who would like to bring or share coffee, tea, juices, or morning sweets. The public pool opens at 11:00 a.m. for anyone who wishes to swim or cool off. Lunch will be served at 2:00 p.m., and we’re welcome to stay in the park until 6:00 p.m., so there’s no rush.

  We’ll have bocce ball, plastic horseshoes, and other lawn games available. If you’d like, bring a deck of cards or a set of dominoes and enjoy the shaded tables for a relaxed afternoon of conversation and play.

  There are also beautiful mature trees just outside our pavilion, so please bring folding chairs if you’d like to sit in the shade and talk—or bring a book and simply enjoy the summer air. There are also plenty of hiking trails in the park for anyone who’d like to take a walk.

  Catering will be provided by the same restaurant that served us last year, featuring a delicious spread including roast beef sandwiches and lemon chicken.

  To round out the meal, members are asked to bring sides, salads, and desserts—and please choose items that do not require refrigeration whenever possible. If you are bringing something that needs to stay cold (desserts, drinks, etc.), please bring a cooler with plenty of ice. And as always, bring enough to share!

  CPT will supply trash bags, paper plates, plastic utensils, and water. Please bring anything else you’d like to make your day comfortable and fun (chairs, sunscreen, hats, etc.). BYOB is welcome; please no glass containers.

  Please note: there is no electricity on site. Public bathrooms are a three-minute walk away from our pavilion.

  Swimming and all activities are entirely optional—come for the picnic, the pool, the conversation, or just a peaceful summer afternoon at your own pace.

  Please reserve your spot by June 29 so we can plan appropriately for lunch.

  
  

  
  

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• Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret presents [Party Like It's 1999] at Sidetrack

  • When
    Saturday, July 11, 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Sidetrack, 3349 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL

  Register

  
  

  Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret presents Party Like It's 1999, a nostalgic romp through an era that any PrimeTimer should remember well. This talented ensemble of musicians will regale you with songs celebrating our unity and our freedom to be proud! Doors open at 1:00 pm — grab a drink, make a toast, then meet us in Main Bar for the show at 1:30 pm.

  Since 2019 the Lakeside Pride Wilde Cabaret has performed at various cabaret and other musical venues around Chicago, such as Drew's on Halsted, the Drifter, and Sidetrack. The Wilde Cabaret helps to expand Lakeside Pride's musical reach into venues where instrumental groups may not be as easily accommodated and provides performance opportunities to singers and pianists who enjoy Broadway, pop, jazz and folk music. We also partner with our sponsoring ensemble, the Lakeside Pride Jazz Orchestra, and other small jazz ensembles in the organization to provide vocalists when needed.

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• Lunch at Waterfront Café [Edgewater]

  • When
    Saturday, July 18, 2026
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Waterfront Café, 6219 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago IL

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  Our July lunch will be held at Waterfront Café, which is located at 6219 N. Sheridan Rd. in Chicago's Edgewater neighborhood. You can find the restaurant in the heart of Berger Park, diagonally adjacent to the Berger Park Cultural Center.

  Menu items begin at $15. The restaurant offers a variety of summer salads, sausages and seafood rolls, along with beer, wine, and tropical beverages. Enjoy the cool summer breezes on the lakefront garden patio, surrounded by stunning lake and city skyline views.

  The best way to reach Waterfront Café is the #151 bus or the #147 bus to the Granville stop on North Sheridan. The restaurant is a short walk from The Granville Red Line Station. There is street parking on the side streets off North Sheridan.

  Waterfront Café has only outdoor seating is closed during inclement weather; if it is closed on July 18 due to inclement weather, we will meet at noon at Falafel & Kebab Station at 1133 W. Granville, which is a short walk from Waterfront Café and can be easily reached by taking the Red Line to the Granville station.

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• Gay Men's Book Group at COH: Lost Prophet: The Life and Times of Bayard Rustin by John D'Emilio [Boystown]

  • When
    Tuesday, July 21, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

  Register

  
  

  Gay Men's Book Group-Chicago is a free, open monthly book discussion group welcoming male-identified individuals of all ages who are interested in reading and discussing gay-related literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to be discussed are selected by the group and posted on their Facebook page and via their newsletter email.

  This month's selection is Lost Prophet: The Life and Times of Bayard Rustin by our very own John D'Emilio, who will join us for the discussion!

  One of the most important figures of the American civil rights movement, Bayard Rustin taught Martin Luther King Jr. the methods of Gandhi, spearheaded the 1963 March on Washington, and helped bring the struggle of African Americans to the forefront of a nation's consciousness. But despite his incontrovertibly integral role in the movement, the openly gay Rustin is not the household name that many of his activist contemporaries are. In exploring history's Lost Prophet, acclaimed historian John D'Emilio explains why Rustin's influence was minimized by his peers and why his brilliant strategies were not followed, or were followed by those he never meant to help.

  Join us at the Center on Halsted (2nd floor) for a discussion of this compelling chapter of queer American history.

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• SUMMER FLING Cocktail Party - SAVE THE DATE!

  • When
    Friday, July 24, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Chicago
  • Spaces left
    40

  Register

  
  

  SAVE THE DATE! 

  Meet-and-greet cocktails and appetizers at a North Side location. BYOB with light apps. $10 per person to help defray miscellaneous expenses.

  A location will be shared with those attending by July 1. 

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• SUMMER FLING Walking Tour SAVE THE DATE

  • When
    Saturday, July 25, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Chicago

  Registration is closed

  

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• SUMMER FLING - Dance Class - SAVE THE DATE

  • When
    Saturday, July 25, 2026
  •  
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    3726 N. Broadway

  Registration is closed

  

  5:00–7:00 p.m. Kick up your heels with a private dance class at Charlie’s Chicago, one of Chicago’s most legendary LGBTQ nightlife destinations, located at 3726 N. Broadway.

  Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, this fun and welcoming evening is a perfect chance to meet new friends, enjoy special drink prices, and learn a few moves before the dance floor opens to the public at 7:00 p.m. Stay afterward and dance the night away in the heart of Northalsted.
  

  No Charge

  
  

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• GAY MOVIE OF THE MONTH from OSA at Facets [Lincoln Park]

  • When
    Monday, July 27, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    1517 W Fullerton Ave., Chicago IL

  Register

  
  

  Open Space Arts invites you to join us for our next Queer Expression Film Fest screening at FACETS Film Forum, part of our ongoing Gay Movie of the Month series.

  These monthly screenings celebrate bold, intimate, and internationally acclaimed queer cinema, bringing powerful stories to the big screen while creating space for conversation, community, and connection. Each program is thoughtfully curated to showcase filmmakers whose work explores identity, desire, and human connection with honesty and artistry.

  Screenings take place on the final Monday of each month at 7:00 PM at FACETS Film Forum (1517 West Fullerton).

  We often choose a nearby spot to gather for a casual, informal dinner before the screening, so keep your options open and watch for those details as the date approaches.

  We hope you’ll join us for an evening of compelling queer storytelling and shared cinematic experience.

  Please register on the CPT Website So we know you are coming... but also know that your ticket is not confirmed until you actually purchase one from Open Space Arts when tickets are available!

  Tickets are not available on the Facets website.

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• Gay Men's Book Group at COH: [Devout: Losing My Faith to Find Myself] by David Archuleta

  • When
    Tuesday, August 18, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

  Register

  Gay Men's Book Group-Chicago is a free, open monthly book discussion group welcoming male-identified individuals of all ages who are interested in reading and discussing gay-related literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Books to be discussed are selected by the group and posted on their Facebook page and via their newsletter email.

  This month's selection is Devout: Losing My Faith to Find Myself by David Archuleta.

  A gripping memoir of faith, family, identity, and stardom, in Devout pop star David Archuleta shares his story of leaving the Mormon church, navigating the relationship with his emotionally abusive father, coming to terms with his sexuality, and finding strength in being his authentic self.

  Join us at the Center on Halsted (2nd floor) for the discussion.

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