Newton: The women of Voices Rising launch Pride Week 2012 with an evening of heart and humor, performing music by Cris Williamson, Cyndi Lauper, the Flirtations, Jerry Herman, CSNY and maybe even some Lady Gaga, Saturday, 7:30 p.m., at the Eliot Church of Newton, 474 Centre St. $22, $18 advance, $10 seniors and students, $5 ages 5 and younger. 617-244-3639, www.voicesrising.org.