"I want one moment in time," Whitney Houston once announced. "When I’m more than I thought I could be." We think she was banging on about the 100m dash or a badminton match or Steve Redgrave and his bloody rowing boat or something, but we appreciate the sentiment anyway. If you fancy enjoying a fun-filled, excitement-packed moment in time this week, you're in luck, because Gay Spy has located seven of the ruddy great things. And the cherry on top of the icing? You won't even have to break a sweat.

Monday

What's happening? Annie Lennox releases Songs of Mass Destruction on CD and download.

Why should you care? The Eurythmics star has a big voice, even bigger tunes and the biggest penchant for pinstripe suits outside of the Square Mile. Songs of Mass Destruction - only her fourth solo excursion in 15 years – promises to be a luxuriant aural delight.

Tuesday

What's happening? London's Bar Code plays host to Comedy Camp, the capital's only mixed, lesbian and gay comedy night.

Why should you care? Well, we all need a bit of mirth and merriment at this point in the week, don’t we? Just don't sit too close to the stage if you're feeling a bit fragile at the moment.

Wednesday

What's happening? The Puppini Sisters bring their close harmony vocal stylings to London's Shepherds Bush Empire. Dates in Bracknell (October 4), Newcastle (5), Milton Keynes (7), Cardiff (9) and Southampton (11) follow.

Why should you care? If you've ever wanted to hear swing versions of 'Crazy In Love', 'Walk Like An Egyptian' and The Smiths' 'Panic', this is the tour for you.

Thursday

What's happening? BBC Two presents The Life and Times of Vivienne Vyle at 9pm.

Why should you care? Jennifer Saunders’ new sitcom is a merciless satire on Trisha-style daytime talk shows. Let's hope it's more Ab Fab than Jam and Jerusalem.

Friday

What's happening? Ugly Betty returns to Channel 4 at 9pm.

Why should you care? The second season of the fashion rag comedy features the usual melange of pithy put-downs, ludicrous plot twists and ruthless, coldblooded backstabbing. But this time it comes complete with - gasp! - a cameo from Victoria Beckham.

Saturday

What's happening? Sugababes play London's G-A-Y club night.

Why should you care? Amelle, Heidi and Keisha will be celebrating the number one success of 'About You Now' with one of the most appreciative pop crowds around. We'd imagine 'Push The Button', 'Freak Like Me' et al. will go down fairly well, too.

Sunday

What's happening? Sky One invites us to the Cirque de Celebrité at 8pm.

Why should you care? This year's lineup includes Boyzone's Shayne Lynch (in Lycra), Five's Ritchie Neville (in Lycra) and Neighbours' Kyal Marsh (in Lycra). We’ve given you plenty of advance warning, so don't blame us if you forget to set your VCR.