LGBT

• 101 Support LGBTQ charities at this dance party with DJ Robbie Tronco, who spun at Shampoo's Shaft Fridays from 1998 to 2003. Every Sun, 9pm-2am, FREE , O.N.E., 121 S. 19th St., 215-563-1038.
• 40 ACRES OF CHANGE LGBTQ teens and young adults of color are welcome at this minority-run support group. Every Thu, 6-8pm, FREE , Colours Organization, 112 N. Broad St., 11th floor, 215-496-0330.
• BOB & BARBARA'S DRAG SHOW Miss Lisa Lisa hosts Philly's longest-running drag show. If you jump on stage, don't be surprised if she gives you a spanking. It's called tough love. Every Thu, 11pm-1am, $6, Bob & Barbara's, 1509 South St., 215-545-4511.
• BUILDING THE WORLD WE DREAM ABOUT This monthly discussion focuses on becoming even more welcoming of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people in congregations. Every last Sun, 4-6pm, FREE , Unitarian Universalist Church, 6900 Stenton Ave., 215-247-2562.
• BULGE Leave your clothes at the door at this weekly underwear-only party. Minimal dress code will be enforced. Every Wed, 9pm-2am, $5, Bike Stop, 206 S. Quince St., 215-627-1662.
• CREATIVE ARTS GROUP Some things can't be expressed through words. Work it out with a paintbrush and watercolor at this art therapy group, which focuses on LGBTQ issues. Every Thu, 6-7:30pm, FREE , Mazzoni Center, 809 Locust St., 215-563-0652.
• FINS SWIM PRACTICE Practice your backstroke with record-holding and amateur swimmers at FINS Aquatic Club, Philly's gay and lesbian swim team. Every Mon, Tue & Thu, 7-8:30pm; every Sat, 10-11:30am; $10, Friends Select School Pool, 16th & Race sts., 215-561-5900.
• FOR MEN: BECOME A BETTER LOVER TELE-CLASS Psychologist and trained sex therapist Dr. Doris Jeanette is offering an anonymous telephone discussion to teach tips on becoming a better lover to other gay and bi men, Thu, Aug. 6, 6-7pm, FREE , Center for the New Psychology, 503 S. 21st St., 215-732-6197.
• FRONTRUNNERS PHILLY FUN RUN Join this gay and lesbian running group as they gallop down Kelly Drive and back. Every Sat, 9:30am-noon, $20, Lloyd Hall, 1 Boathouse Row, 610-394-9182.
• GLBT FLAG FOOTBALL Work out some aggression at the Philadelphia Flag Football League's weekly game, where anyone can participate, regardless of age, race or gender. Every Sat, 12:30-2:30pm, Tarken Recreational Center, 6250 Frontenac St., 215-685-1226.
• GPPN NETWORKING MIXER Meet with other LGBTQ professionals at this monthly event put on by the Greater Philadelphia Professional Network,Thu, Aug. 13, 6-8:30pm, $5, Prive, 246 Market St., 215-923-8313.
• HOMOROBICS Dig out those rainbow-colored toe socks and that glittery midriff top for this class, where you'll dance to divas' hits and firm your tush at the same time. Fun attire is strongly encouraged. Every Sun, 7-8:15pm, $10, Crossfit Gym, Camac Center, 201 S. Camac St., 856-220-0699.
• LIVING OUT LOUD LGBTQ adults meet to focus on cultivating and maintaining a positive self-image. Every Mon, noon-1pm, FREE , Mazzoni Center, 809 Locust St., 215-563-0652.
• MEN OF COLOUR UNITED This weekly discussion group offers support, education and prevention programs to gay and bisexual men of color. Every Wed, 6-8pm, FREE , Colours Inc., 1201 Chesnut St., 215-496-0330.
• NEPA PRIDEFEST 2009 The Northeastern Pennsylvanian Pride Fest will feature two drag shows, a magician and DJs, Sun, Aug. 9, noon-5pm, FREE , Kirby Park, 301 Northampton St., Kingston, 570-606-4410.
• PHILADELPHIA FREEDOM BAND PRACTICE The Philadelphia Freedom Band is a concert band for amateur musicians of every sexual persuasion: gay, lesbian, bi, transgender and straight are all welcome. No auditions necessary. Every Mon, 7-9pm, FREE , Arch St. United Methodist Church, 55 N. Broad St., 215-568-6250.
• POSITIVE BROTHERS If you're a man of color living with HIV/AIDS, this support and empowerment group may be for you. Every Mon, 6-8pm, FREE , Colours Organization, 112 N. Broad St., 11th floor, 215-496-0330.
• QSPACE These weekly chat programs provide support, information and resources for those seeking to learn more about sexual orientation and gender identity. Every Mon & Wed, 8pm, FREE , Penn's LGBT Center, 3907 Spruce St., 215-898-5044.
• RAINBOW BUDDHIST MEDITATION Meditate with other enlightened members of the LGBTQ community. Every Sun, 5-7pm, FREE , William Way Community Center, 1315 Spruce St., 215-732-2220.
• READING RAINBOW In this ode to Lifetime's TV show "Project Runway," wannabe designers dress up dolls for prizes. Every Thu, 9pm, FREE , Camac Martini Lounge, 1305 Locust St., 215-545-2040.
• RUNWAY PROJECT Support LGBTQ charities at this dance party with DJ Robbie Tronco, who spun at Shampoo's Shaft Fridays from 1998 to 2003. Every Sun, 9pm-2am, FREE , O.N.E., 121 S. 19th St., 215-563-1038.
• SHOWTUNE SUNDAYS Bring your fair lady, put on a technicolor dream coat and come hang out with some guys and dolls who share your love of show tunes. The DJ will play clips from Broadway shows and movie musicals, and singing along is highly encouraged. Every Sun, 9-11pm, Tavern on Camac, 243 S. Camac St., 215-545-0900.
• SISTAH 2 SISTAH This weekly meeting for young lesbians of color addresses issues affecting the community. Every Wed, 6-8pm, FREE , Colours Organization, 112 N. Broad St., 11th floor, 215-496-0330.
• SISTER'S UNITED This group is dedicated to creating a community among trans women in Philly. Every Tue, 5:30-7pm, FREE , Colours Organization, 112 N. Broad St., 11th floor, 215-496-0330.
• SUNDAY SERMONS BY A YOUNG GAY MINISTER Rev. Nate Walker is the minister at First Unitarian Church, which offers services about justice and unconditional love every week. Every Sun, 11am-12:30pm, FREE , First Unitarian Church, 2125 Chestnut St., 215-563-3980.
• SYNERGY Brittany Lynn, the Gayborhood's matron saint, performs at this weekly drag show. Every Sun, 10pm-2am, $10, KatManDu, 50 River View Plaza, Park Trenton, NJ, 609-393-7300.
• TIGHTEY-WHITEY NIGHT Show off your skivvies at this weekly gay gathering. Every Wed, FREE , Bike Stop, 206 S. Quince St., 215-627-1662.
• WEXIST This is a support group for female-to-male transsexuals and those born female with gender identity questions. Every second & fourth Fri, FREE , William Way Community Center, 1315 Spruce St., 215-732-2220.
• WISSAHICKON HIKE Get some fresh air while making friends at this meeting for PhilaVentures, an LGBT hiking group. Every Sun, 2pm, FREE , Borders Bookshop and Café, 8701 Germantown Ave., 215-248-1213.