Our Community USA - Dallas Vol 6

THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

DALLAS Vol. 6

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TABLE OF CON TENTS

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ABOUT DALLAS

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RESTAURANT GUIDE

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EVENTS SCHEDULE

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BAR GUIDE

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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

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ABOUT DALLAS LGBTQ Dallas Dallas has one of the largest gay populations in the US and is home to the LGBTQ mega-church: The Cathedral of Hope. Gay Dallas is primarily centered around the Oak Lawn neighborhood with bars, restaurants and stores found throughout Cedar Springs Rd and Oak Lawn Avenue.

The intersection of Throckmorton and Cedar Springs has been called the “crossroads” of Oak Lawn and is home to a bunch of Gay and Lesbian Bars within walking distance.

Being a big city, there is a wide variety of people and scenes, so you are sure to find what you seek.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Hunky’s

Ziziki’s Restaurant & Bar

Cafe Brazil

Bellini’s Cafe

Lucky’s Cafe

Cafe Madrid

Eatzi’s Market and Bakery

Dunston’s Steakhouse

Grease joint for the morning after 3930 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, TX

Authentic Greek flavors Uptown - 4514 Travis Street, Dallas, TX

Chill neighborhood breakfast and java joint 3847 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, TX

Hidden Gem 3810 Congress, Dallas, TX

Brunch spot 3531 Oaklawn Avenue, Dallas, TX

Tapas with a past Uptown - 4501 Travis Street, Dallas, TX

Casual European food for Dine In or Take Away 3403 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas, TX

Mesquite Grilled for over 50 years University Park - 5423 Lovers Lane, Dallas, TX

Parigi Restaurant

Uncle Julio’s

Fabulous French bistro 3311 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas, TX

Happy Hour has begun!

4125 Lemmon Avenue, Dallas, TX

Jorge’s Tex Mex Cafe

Mi Cocina

Arts district fiesta Downtown - 1722 Routh Street, Dallas, TX

Upscale Tex-Mex 77 Highland Park Village, Dallas, TX

Tillman’s Roadhouse

Taco Diner

More style than the average roadhouse 324 West 7th Street, Dallas, TX

Popular taco lounge Uptown - 3699 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX

R & D Kitchen

Great American Hero

Bright, fresh cuisine University Park - 8300 Preston Road, Dallas, TX

A healthy mouthful 4001 Lemmon Avenue, Dallas, TX

Taverna

Five Guys Burgers and Fries

Thin crust heaven Uptown - 3312 Knox Street, Dallas, TX

The best $5 burger in town!

Out of Town - 4245 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX

J. Pepe’s Mexican Cantina

La Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe

Tasty Tex-Mex and margaritas make for lots of late night fun!

2720 N. Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX

Where everything is worth savoring 3906 Lemmon Avenue, Ste 110 , Dallas, TX

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE MAY

JUN 19

CIGARS & SUNDRESSES DAY PARTY 2021

MAY 14 - 16

FANEXPO DALLAS 2021

DFW’s #1 Cigar event, Juneteenth Edition! DJ IE & DJ Freeze, 3pm - 8pm, tickets and VIP seating available. All sales final, absolutely no refunds. Visit www.followyadjs.com/sundress21.

Fan Expo Dallas is the largest comics, Sci-fi, Horror, Anime and gaming Events in North America. It is packed with exciting family-friendly activities and celebrity guests.

JUN 19

The pop culture extravaganza is host to tens of thousands of fans at the Dallas convention centre for the three-day event every spring. Visit us online at www.fanexpohq.com/fanexpodallas.

JUNETEENTH FTW COMMUNITY FESTIVAL

A powerful platform for sponsors and vendors to express their support for the value, culture, and tradition of such an important event in the history of America.

MAY 21 - 23

ELM STREET TATTOO FESTIVAL

The convention features some of the best tattooers in the world, art shows, vendors, and a mix of local and touring bands all within a few blocks on Elm Street. Visit www.elmstreettattoo.com.

The festival start time is 3 pm and will end at 9 pm with a fireworks show.

Come out a join an evening full of fun, food, music, and culture! Visit www.juneteenthftw.com.

MAY 29

JUN 23 - 29

TACOS & TEQUILA FEST DALLAS

DALLAS KIDSWORLD MARKET

Six margarita flavors and exclusive specials with tequila drinks. Tacos, tacos and more tacos. Live music, shopping vendors, plus first tequila shot free on us with paid admission ticket. Visit us online at azfoodfestivals.com.

Dallas KidsWorld Market is the dynamic trade event for baby, children’s and juvenile products including apparel and fashion accessories, gifts, gadgets, décor, textiles and more. Visit www.fibre2fashion.com/trade-fairs.

JUNE

JULY

JUN 16 - 17

JUL 09 - 10

BUILD EXPO DALLAS 2021

LUCKY LEAF EXPO DALLAS

Build Expo provides the building and construction industry an environment to meet many buyers all in one place.

This event focuses on everything you need to grow your business—suppliers, mechanicals, attorneys, growers, distilleries, and lighting companies.

Get acquainted with edibles, laws, the agriculture process, and so much more.

Visit www.luckyleafexpo.com/dallas.

By attending, you have the chance to meet with exhibitors, check out new developments and keep a close eye on your competition. In addition, you can try out new products, attend demonstrations and compare features and prices. Visit buildexpousa.com.

JUL 16 - 18

TEXAS MINERAL AND FOSSIL SHOW 2021

Showcasing lots of stunning specimens

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BAR GU ID E Station 4

Zippers

Popular and large dance club where the real party is after hours Oaklawn - 3911 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX

Dancer bar on Fitzhugh Uptown - 3333 N Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas, TX

Kaliente

Round-Up Saloon

Dance club with Latin flavor Oaklawn - 4350 Maple Ave., Dallas, TX

Have a dang good time Oaklawn - 3912 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX

Alexandre’s

J.R.’s Bar and Grill

Extremely popular spot in the center of it all Oaklawn - 3923 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX

Small neighborhood lounge popular on weekends, with entertainment Oaklawn - 4026 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX

Sue Ellen’s

Pub Pegasus

Dallas Eagle

Barbara’s Pavilion

Tin Room

Pekers

Havana Lounge

It’ll Do Club

Hidden Door

The Nines

Woody’s Sports and Video Bar

Cedar Springs Tap House

Late night dance spot for women.

Oaklawn - 3014 Throckmorton., Dallas, TX

Friendly neighborhood bar Oaklawn - 3326 N Fitzhugh Ave., Dallas, TX

Very popular leather/levi’s bar Oaklawn - 5740 Maple Ave., Dallas, TX

Fun and friendly dive bar Oakcliff - 325 Centre St., Dallas, TX

Friendly atmosphere and hot dancers Oaklawn - 2514 Hudnall St., Dallas, TX

Neighborhood Good Times at Pekers Oaklawn - 2615 Oaklawn Ave., Dallas, TX

Cuban flavored nightspot with dinner Oaklawn - 4006 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX

Bumping house music every weekend Downtown - 4322 Elm Street, Dallas, TX

Popular diverse crowd with a tinge of leather Oaklawn - 5025 Bowser Ave., Dallas, TX

Industrial discotheque Downtown - 2911 Main Street, Dallas, TX

Something happening every night of the week Oaklawn - 4011 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX

Daily specials on food and drink and very queer friendly.

Downtown - 4123 Cedar Springs Road, Suite 101, Dallas, TX

The Mining Company (TMC)

Taboo Lounge

Dallas club with history Oaklawn - 3903 Cedar Spring Rd., Dallas, TX

Karaoke, live music and drinks.

1418 N Riverfront Blvd., Dallas, TX

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE AUG 14

from newly bought collections to best of new finds for this weekend show in Dallas, Texas. www.crystalclassics.co.uk

THE FREE MAN DRAG BRUNCH

Join Dallas drag superstar Bleach, Dezi 5 and occasional host Kennedy Davenport for a weekly Saturday afternoon drag brunch at the Free Man Cafe and Lounge in Deep Ellum.

Showtime is at 1pm and cover is $10.

Street parking is free one block over on Canton Street. www.freemandallas.com

JUL 18

DALLAS COLOMBIAN FESTIVAL

Dallas Colombian Festival was created to showcase the best of the Colombian culture to the general public in Texas. A great festival for the family! Visit www.dallascolombianfestival.com.

AUG 19 - 21

JUL 31

ORIGINAL SEWING AND QUILT EXPO DALLAS 2021

CENTRO POPULAR AT WILD ACRE LIVE

The Expo is a place to find the latest and coolest techniques and products, and learn new skills with cutting-edge education.

One day. One stage. Bustin’ at the seams with Hip-Hop and R&B talent all the way from the west coast to the third coast and in between. This is sure to be one of the hottest musical events of the red hot Texas summer and you can grab a front row seat starting... now. www.centropopular.com

It’s three days of classes and workshops, stage shows, runway fashion shows, how-to demos, incredible display galleries, fabulous shopping and more. www.fibre2fashion.com/trade-fairs

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

AUG 01 - 02

ANIMEFEST 2021

SEP 10 - 12

A convention for fans of anime, manga, games and other forms of pop-culture organized by World Fandom.

THE DEEP ELLUM ARTS FESTIVAL

The free 3-day festival embodies everything that makes DFW rock.

Experience more than 200 juried decorative and visual artists selling and commissioning original works.

We are a charity organization which relies on membership fees from members to host our annual events.

Founded in 1992, we are the third longest running anime convention in the US. Visit www.animefest.org.

And 100 original bands and performers artists showcasing the newest sights and sounds from six different stages and two additional performance areas! www.deepellumartsfestival.com

AUG 06 - 08

DALLAS SUMMER BEAD AND JEWELRY SHOW

SEP 16 - 19

Our shows are wholesale shows that are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, featuring jewelry, beads, beading supplies, buttons, findings, silver, charms, designer cabochons, gemstones, pearls and more. Visit www.aksshow.com.

ADDISON OKTOBERFEST 2021

An authentic recreation of the Munich Oktoberfest, our event features more than 30 hours of continuous familyoriented entertainment. Serving special “Oktoberfest” bier along with incredible German culinary fare, the festival also

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE OCT 14 - 27

includes kid-friendly options like rides, midway games, and much more. Visit www.visitaddison.com.

2021 DALLAS BACHATA FESTIVAL

This year we are proud celebrate 13 years of Bachata History, music and Dance. We host our fun event at the beautiful and cozy Sheraton DFW Hotel.

Come and experience an amazing 4 day event featuring dance workshops, shows, pool parties & social dancing in the great state of Texas! Visit www.dallasbachatafestival.com.

SEP 17 - 20

DALLAS CARNIVAL CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL

A family oriented cultural extravaganza held annually on the 3rd weekend in September. DCCF promotes, develops, and celebrates diversity in the Caribbean culture through arts, history and traditions. Visit us online www.10times.com/dallascarnival

OCT 15 - 17

DALLAS FAN FESTIVAL 2021

Experience the ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror, Anime and Cosplay.

SEP 24 - 25

LEWISVILLE WESTERN DAYS FESTIVAL

A two-day event featuring live music on five stages of entertainment, a tamale eating contest, car show and more for the 20,000 event-goers.

The new and improved Dallas Fan Festival bursts beyond the walls of the Irving Convention Center for a fan-tastic festival experience both day and night!

Come together with more than 10,000 fans just like you! www.fanexpohq.com/ dallasfanfestival

This unique festival at Wayne Ferguson Plaza is designed to showcase the history and spirit of the west, invites attendees to find the cowboy in them through themed events, attractions, food, shopping and entertainment. www.lewisvillewesterndays.com.

OCT 30

PROSPER PUMPKINFEST 2021

Cedarbrook Media is excited to announce the 6th Annual Prosper Pumpkinfest! We had over 5,000 attendees at the 2019 event, and it just keeps growing! The lineup of entertainment includes live music, a kid zone with games and inflatables, shopping, food trucks and PUMPKINS galore! www.weareprosper.com.

OCTOBER OCT 05 - 07

DALLAS TOY FAIR 2021

The Toy Association’s marketplace where savvy decision-makers from mass, long-lead, and specialty retailers shop for Holiday drivers and scout out innovative products to lay the groundwork for the following year’s fourth quarter.

In just 3 days under 1 roof, buyers can efficiently and conveniently shop hundreds of brands. www.toyassociation.org

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

CATHEDRAL OF HOPE Liberal Christian church in Oak Lawn 5910 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, TX YOUTH FIRST TEXAS Support for LGBT youth 3918 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX RESOURCE CENTER DALLAS Huge resource center 2701 Reagan Street, Dallas, TX DALLAS BEARS Fellowship, fun, and lasting friendships www.dallasbears.org AIDS ARMS Client-centered HIV services 219 Sunset Ave., Ste 116A, Dallas, TX CROSSROADS COMMUNITY CHURCH A welcoming church that reaches out to the LGBTQ community.

Uptown - 2800 Routh Street, Dallas, TX

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ADVERTISING Bloomfield Knoble Advertising ............................... 1

FOUNDATION REPAIR Williamson Foundation Repair.............................. 34

AIR CONDITIONING Dring Air Conditioning & Heating ........................... 3

FUNERAL HOME Aria Cremation Service & Funeral Home ............... 18

ARCHITECTS RPGA Design Group, Inc ........................................ 26 NBB Architecture | 3 Accord Construction .............. 18

HEALTH CARE Carrollton Springs Hospital ..................................... 5 HEATING Dring Air Conditioning & Heating ........................... 3

AUTO DEALERSHIP Allen Samuels Direct ...........................front cover, 27 Honda Cars of McKinney ......................................... 8

HOSPITAL Carrollton Springs Hospital ..................................... 5

CAREER TRANSITION COACHING Coaching Bravery................................................... 11

HOT TUBS & SPAS Texas Leisure ............................................................ 6

CATERING Maple Landing ...................................................... 14

HVAC Greenhill National Services ................................... 35

CREMATION SERVICE Aria Cremation Service & Funeral Home ............... 18

IMMIGRATION LAW Law Office of Kenneth Wincorn ........................30-31

CRIMINAL DEFENSE Whalen Law Office ..........................front inside cover Hamilton & Grant Attorneys at Law........................ 25 Law Office of Kenneth Wincorn ........................30-31

INSURANCE Danny Venz Insurance Agency Inc ......................... 29 MM Insurance Services.......................................... 35 Vickie Lundquist- Allstate Insurance ........................ 7

DENTIST Dental Renaissance ............................................... 34

LANDSCAPE DESIGN Complete Landsculpture ..................................20-21

DESIGN BUILD NBB Architecture | 3 Accord Construction .............. 18

LIFE COACHING Coaching Bravery................................................... 11

DUI DEFENSE Hamilton & Grant Attorneys at Law........................ 25

MARKETING Bloomfield Knoble Advertising ............................... 1

EMPLOYMENT LAW Hutchison & Foreman PLLC ................................... 37

MED SPA Lux Aesthetic Medical Services .............................. 13

ESTATE PLANNING Houser Firm ........................................................... 17

NON PROFIT Southwest Community Foundation Bryna & Joe Funk Philanthropy Center.................. 19

FAMILY LAW Hamilton & Grant Attorneys at Law........................ 25 Law Office of Kenneth Wincorn ........................30-31 The Family Law Firm of Donna J Smiedt.................. 9 Webb Law Group APC ............................................ 15

PERSONAL INJURY Hutchison & Foreman PLLC ................................... 37

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY PROBATE Houser Firm ........................................................... 17

TRAVEL Travel Designs by Campbell .................................... 9

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Goodwin & Company............................................. 33

TRAVEL AGENCY/AGENT Mary Hayes - Cruise Planners ................................ 37

REAL ESTATE Home Marketing Services .............. back inside cover

VACATION DESTINATION Visit McKinney McKinney Convention & Visitors Bureau ................. 9

RELATIONSHIP/CONFLICT COACHING FOR INDIVIDUALS OR PARTNERS Coaching Bravery................................................... 11

WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY Nicholson Clinic for Weight Loss Surgery ................ 7

REMODELING Hart Roofing & Remodeling .................................. 18

WOMEN’S SHELTER Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support ..................... 34

RESTAURANT Maple Landing ...................................................... 14 Sixty Vines ............................................................. 10

WOMEN’S SUPPORT Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support ..................... 34

ROOFING Hart Roofing & Remodeling .................................. 18 J. Paul Roofing & Construction .............................. 37 RS Roofing & Construction Group .... back outside cover

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