ART: Tonight is the opening reception for Big Dreams, solo exhibition of works by Esther Pearl Watson, which "attempt to capture the youthful innocence of another age, reconstructing an alternative history based on her personal folklore." Also on display will be the selected mixed media pieces of Mark Todd, which are based on classic comic book covers and provide an alternate reading to the themes of nostalgia.

5:30 to 7:30 p.m. // Sandra Lee Gallery (251 Post St., Ste. 310) // free

DRAG: In celebration of Pride Month, Heklina, Cookie Dough, Matthew Martin, and Pollo Del Mar present new episodes in their popular ongoing drag version of The Golden Girls.

7 and 9 p.m. // Mama Calizo's Voice Factory (1519 Mission St) // $20

LITERARY: Journalist Zach Dundas will read from his book The Renegade Sportsman, which covers the DIY underbelly of sports, including "drunk runners, bike polo superstars, roller derby rebels, killer birds," and other uncommon sports enthusiasts.

7 p.m. // Green Apple Books (506 Clement St) // free