Qmmunity: Cool Dreams, Hot Events

You know that old chestnut about how you never truly appreciate something until it’s gone? That’s how I feel about having an A/C that works. Honestly, by the time you read this, Reader, I’ll probably be in a chilly apartment again. But my current state? I’m a little sweaty, yes. Could stand to be less sweaty, if I’m being honest.

In other, better news, the application period for Lawrie Bird’s third round of drag competition Love & War has been extended! Those hoping to score the title of ultimate winner (and that tasty $1,500-plus cash prize) have until this Friday, Sept. 25, to apply for one of three “brickettes,” each one representing a different aspect of drag excellence. The show kicks off on Monday, Oct. 12, so if you’re not looking to compete, consider coming to support your favorite participant.

Here are three wishes for the coming week, which you can take or leave depending on their relevance to your life: I wish that the outfit in your head looks just as great when on your body. I wish that the politicians who want queer people to vote for ‘em started showing actual support for us. And I wish that everyone, everywhere, could feel cool as a cucumber with A/C that works and a climate not bombarded by evil. Here’s to dreaming of better days, Reader!

**Upcoming Events:**
– *Thursday 24*: American Horror Story Viewing Party at Cheer Up Charlies.
– *Thursday 24*: Glamp Glamp: Dirty Dozen Dancing at Lynny’s on 12th.
– *Thursday 24*: Anybody but Tony at Barrett’s Too.
– *Friday 25*: Dolly Day Drag Hoedown at Stoney’s Good Time Ranch.
– *Friday 25 – Saturday 26*: Fred Hersch performances at Music Box and Assembly Hall.
– *Friday 25*: Black Queer Meet Up: Movie Night at Once Over Coffee.
– *Friday 25*: Fall Into the Stars Ball at Cheer Up Charlies.
– *Friday 25*: Stampede: Dolly Disco Edition at the Highball.
– *Saturday 26*: Crescendo at KMFA Studios.
– *Saturday 26*: Booty Bash at Captain Quack’s Soundspace.
– *Saturday 26*: N4sty Beatz at Neon Grotto.
– *Saturday 26*: Birdhouse Two Year Anniversary at Birdhouse Books and Gifts.
– *Saturday 26*: PrideStyle: Heartbreak Season at Pinballz Lake Creek.
– *Saturday 26*: Craft + Chat at University Hills Branch Library.
– *Saturday 26*: Cherry Bombs vs. Holy Rollers at the Thunderdome.
– *Saturday 26*: Khattie Loves Karaoke at Barrett’s Too.
– *Sunday 27*: Binding 101 at OutWellness.
– *Sunday 27*: Lesbian Wedding at Sahara Lounge.
– *Sunday 27*: The Link Up Launch Party at the Flower Shop.
– *Sunday 27*: Fou Fou Ha Clown Yoga Workshop at Factory on 5th.
– *Sunday 27*: Muse: Miley Drag Show at Firehouse Lounge.
– *Sunday 27*: Vixens of Volstead at Hotel Vegas and Volstead Lounge.
– *Tuesday 29*: Jane Don’t On Tour at Cap City Comedy Club.
– *Tuesday 29*: Cookies & Cocktails at Leanderthal Distilling.
– *Wednesday 30*: Freakz of Nature Presents: Sweet & Spooky at Valhalla.
– *Wednesday 30*: Divina: Disney Latino at Oilcan’s.
– *Thursday 1*: First Thursday at Top Drawer Thrift.