The Advocate calendar.

PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW AT THE N.Y.C. ARMORY APRIL 12-15 With works from master talents like Loretta Lux, Robert Mapplethorpe, Annie Leibovitz, and F.C. Gundlach (left), this is the preeminent photo show of the year.

QUEER MEDIA CONFERENCE IN LOS ANGELES APRIL 13-15 A primer for anyone trying to break into the gay media world--and a networking bonanza for those who already have. Details at QMEcon.com.

SPA WEEK APRIL 16-22 Bringing pleasure to the masses nationwide is the goal of Spa Week, when luxe treatments are only $50 at participating spas. SpaWeek.org has the 41

14 HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN BIKE CHALLENGE, AUSTIN A 28-mile journey through the Texas hill country starts bright and early in Kendalia, near San Antonio. Go to HRC.org to register.

PSYCHO BEACH PARTY APRIL 13-29, PHOENIX In Charles Busch's hilarious send-up of cheapo beach movies, a Gidget-in-training is on her way to ruling Malibu--until her demented split personality takes over.

19 DINE OUT L.A. Generous Los Angeles restaurants are donating 20% of their profits to Aid for AIDS today. For participating eateries go to DineOutLA.org.

21 JOHN CAMERON MITCHELL'S BIRTHDAY

The maverick director of Hedwig and Shortbus turns 44 today. We're trying to find out what moisturizer he uses.

22 NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL PARADE

The festival is a San Francisco love letter to Japanese culture that takes place over two April weekends, culminating in this joyous spectacle.