By Just Russ

Looking for something to do in beautiful San Diego? You’re just in time for an array of special events! Summer is in high gear at the bars and clubs around town. Here’s your guide to where to go and who to see in San Diego as the city prepares to celebrate Pride again this year.

Friday, July 14

The newly re-opened Club Montage, 2028 Hancock St., rocks with Z90 FM every Friday night. For more information call (619) 294-9590.

Saturday, July 15

DJ Jon Williams stops in at Bacchus House, 3054 University Ave., and you can get reduced cover with entry before midnight. The club is open until 4 a.m. Call (619) 299-2032 with any questions.

Sunday, July 16

Sunday Brunch is served 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Hamburger Mary’s, 308 University Ave., on the outdoor patio. Call (619) 491-0400 for further details.

Monday, July 17

Was it a long weekend? Head over to The Loft, 3610 Fifth Ave., for a beer or just to visit friends. The bar opens at 11 a.m. daily. Call (619) 296-6407 for more information.

Tuesday, July 18

Got beer? Stop by #1 Fifth Avenue, 3845 Fifth Ave., for $2.25 domestic beer all day long. The outdoor patio opens daily at noon. Call (619) 299-1911 and ask about daily specials!

Wednesday, July 19

Stop by Hamburger Mary’s, 308 University Ave., anytime between 2 and 6 p.m. for “$4 Kick Ass Wednesdays.” Stick around until 7 p.m. for Trash Disco and $2 well drinks until 11 p.m. Call (619) 491-0400 if you have any questions.

Thursday, July 20

Sue Palmer and her fantastic jazz trio perform at Martinis Above Fourth, 3940 Fourth Ave., Suite 200, at 7 p.m. Make plans to enjoy a great dinner and perhaps discover a new flavor of martini. Give ‘em a call at (619) 400-4500 for reservations and more details.

Friday, July 21

Flex Fridays at The Brass Rail, 3796 Fifth Ave., serves up a delicious mix of circuit, tribal, and house music with from 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Call (619) 298-2233 for more info.

Saturday, July 22

Catch a performance of Howard Crabtree’s musical extravaganza When Pigs Fly at Diversionary Theatre located at 4545 Park Blvd. The play continues through Aug. 13. Ticket information can be found at www.diversionary.org or by calling (619) 220-0097.

Sunday, July 23

A sensational brunch at LEI, 4622 Park Blvd., is served 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for only $11.95 per person. Enjoy a $3 champagne cocktail or Bloody Mary during brunch service, too. For reservations or further details, call (619) 813-2272.

Monday, July 24

Happy Hour at San Diego Eagle, 3040 North Park Way, continues until 8 p.m. and features $1.51 Schnapps. Call (619) 295-8072 for more info.

Tuesday, July 25

“Cheap Trick” Tuesdays at The Brass Rail, 3796 Fifth Ave., features $1 well drinks, $1 drafts, and $1 shots. You get the idea, so see you there! Call (619) 298-2233 for more details if you really have questions.

Wednesday, July 26

College Boys Night at Flicks, 1017 University Ave., on Wednesday night is the place to be! Lots of guys, great videos, and $1 well drinks. Call (619) 297-2056 with questions or for directions.

Thursday, July 27

The 2006 Pride Concert will take place at the newly refurbished North Park Theatre, 2891 University Ave., at 7:30 p.m. The concert features all four of San Diego’s GLBT choruses and guest group the Hillcrest Wind Ensemble. For tickets, go to www.e-ticketsnow.com.

After the concert, stop by Bacchus House, 3054 University Ave., for Coco LaChine’s “It’s Raining Men Wet Underwear Contest” at 11 p.m. This week’s guest star is Falcon Video Exclusive Derrick Vinyard. Lots of giveaways, boys in wet underpants, and drink specials will make for a great preview of San Diego Pride weekend. Call (619) 299-2032 for more information.

Friday, July 28

“The Spirit of Stonewall Rally” takes place in Balboa Park from 7 – 9 p.m. with special guest speakers and live entertainment. The event officially kicks off San Diego Pride weekend. For further details, visit www.sdpride.org.

As always, make it hot! Make it San Diego! Always play and be safe! For calendar listing submissions, write to sandiegojustruss@yahoo.com.