For Mardi Gras revelers looking for good times, entertainment to the hilt and shows so good you might think you were in New Orleans, visit Bourbon Street during “Seven Days of Decadence.” Bourbon Street promises to throw an entire week of parties not to be missed.

The party begins Wednesday, Feb. 18 and ends with a bang on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The week of nonstop festivities will range from concerts with local jazz artist Janice Edwards to Bingo night, a “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” CD release party, the ever-present Mardi Gras bead toss and much much more.

The grand finale will take place on Fat Tuesday, Feb. 24, and will include a Cajun buffet, street performers, multiple bead tosses, renowned DJ Bryan Pfeifer and the crowning of the King and Queen of Mardi Gras. Spend an entire week celebrating in style at Bourbon Street. This year part of the proceeds raised from the week-long event will benefit The Ben F. Dillengham Community Grant. For more information, call Bourbon Street at (619) 291-4043.

San Diego Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Pride has selected a winning logo for its upcoming 30th anniversary celebration in a contest that drew nearly three-dozen submissions from the community.

Cindy Uybungco of Curb Grafix will receive $500 for her six-color entry, which corresponds to this year’s theme, “30 Years of Pride: Strength in Numbers.” Pride’s anniversary weekend is scheduled for July 30, 31 and Aug. 1.

Pride’s Board of Directors chose the image last week after community members narrowed down their choices to three favorite designs. The logo will appear on all commemorative merchandise and promotional materials in the coming months.

In other news, a kick-off anniversary reception for Pride will be held for the entire community from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., March 3, in The Center’s auditorium. Pride staff and board members will be present and refreshments, snacks and birthday cake will be served. Visitors can also offer suggestions for this year’s Pride award recipients and inquire about volunteer opportunities and various other ways to get involved in this year’s Pride season.

The Old Globe’s popular “Out at The Globe” nights return on Thursday, Feb. 12, at 6:00 p.m. with a pre-show party with complimentary food and drink on The Old Globe Plaza, followed by Bus Stop at 8:00 p.m.

Bus Stop revolves around a group of bus passengers stranded during a snowstorm in a 1950s Kansas roadside diner, setting the stage for a touching and humorous exploration of American hopes and dreams. Written by gay dramatist William Inge, Bus Stop was memorably turned into the 1956 movie starring Marilyn Monroe.

Tickets are only $32 per person and can be obtained by calling The Old Globe box office at (619) 234-5623. RSVP for “Out at The Globe” when ordering.

The YWCA of San Diego County, in collaboration with The Center, is offering Domestic Violence Prevention Clinics every Thursday at 2313 El Cajon Blvd., from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. It is not necessary to make an appointment. Confidential relationship violence services include free legal consultations, free restraining orders, sliding scale divorce and other family law matters, and referrals. Education on relationship violence and options available to victims/survivors enable a violence-free future. For more information, call the YWCA Legal Advocacy Program at (619) 239-2341.

The organizing committee of San Diego Youth Pride 2004 “SuperQueer” will hold a fundraising carwash on Saturday, Feb. 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at The Center, 3909 Centre Street. Support the youth by making a donation to have your vehicle washed in biodegradable soap by the youth and their friends. For more information about this event or the Youth Pride 2004 celebration call (619) 297-7683.

No Secret Anymore: The Life and Times of Del Martin and Phyllis Lyons will have its San Diego premiere at The Center on Saturday, Feb. 14, at 8:00 p.m.

No Secret Anymore tells the story of Del Martin and Phyllis Lyons, considered by many to be the founders of the modern lesbian civil rights movement. When they courageously launched the Daughters of Bilitis in 1955, it became the first public organization for lesbians in America. This documentary follows their story through half a century, tracing the emergence of lesbians from the fear of discovery to an expectation of equality. The premiere will be followed by a talk back session with the director and a no-host social hour. Tickets are $10 at the door and proceeds benefit the Women’s Resource Center at The Center. For tickets and more information, contact Summer Morse at (619) 692-2077, ext. 247.

The San Diego North County Democratic Unity will hold its 2004 Unity Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 21. Speakers include Congressmember Hilda L. Solis, California State Senator Joseph Dunn and Los Angeles City Councilmember Antonio Villaraigosa.

This second annual event will take place at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido, beginning at 6:00 p.m. with a silent auction and no host reception. The cost is $75 per person, with a discount for 10 or more tickets. For reservations call (760) 690-4015, ext 12.

San Diego LGBT Pride is looking for three local non-profit organizations interested in raising funds for themselves by selling water at this summer’s Pride festival. Participating organizations will get to take a share of the profits from sales generated during the two-day event, which is scheduled for July 31 and Aug. 1, at Marston Point in Balboa Park.

Interested parties should call the Pride office at (619) 297-7683.

The third Annual Hillcrest Mardi Gras, produced by the Hillcrest Association and the GSDBA Charitable Foundation, will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. University Ave. will be closed from Fourth to First Ave., and entertainment will include the LIPS girls and the All Worlds Video Go-Go Boys. DJ Taj will be spinning on the outdoor dance floor with lights and lasers. The event, which raised $12,000 last year, will benefit the Youth Scholarship Fund.

The LGBT Community Coalition Breakfast starts promptly at 7:30 a.m. on the third Friday of each month. The February breakfast will be held on Feb. 20 and will focus on labor unions and employment in San Diego. Speakers will include Jerry Butkiewicz, secretary-treasurer of the San Diego-Imperial Counties Labor Council; Peter Zschiesche, executive director of the Employee Rights Center and board member of the San Diego Community College District; and Cheryl Robinson, union activist and member of SEIU Local 535 and San Diego Pride at Work. The cost is $6 per person and includes a full breakfast, panel presentation, Q&A and open networking. Organizations or individuals interested in adding an event to the community calendar or placing community announcements should contact AJ Davis-DeFeo at (619) 692-2077, ext. 212.