Our Community USA - Phoenix Vol 6

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PHOENIX Vol. 6

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TABLE OF CON TENTS

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ABOUT PHOENIX

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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 PHOENIX LGBTQ Phoenix Phoenix and Scottsdale sit in the heart of a valley which enjoys 325 sunny days a year and is aptly named “The Valley of the Sun.” The temperatures here are warm year round and the summers bring many days over 100 degrees (F).

Phoenix, probably due to its warmth, has a laid back small town feel. But don’t let that fool you -- it has a thriving gay community and there’s a growing variety of dining and nightlife options for all types here. The incredible racial mix of the huge metro area makes the gay scene particularly rich and diverse.

Gay nightlife and the bars & clubs are mostly concentrated in central Phoenix between 7th Ave and 7th Street and Indian School and Camelback Mountain roads.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Tarbell’s Upscale restaurant & bar serving American fare paired with global wines in a chic space.

3213 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Quiessence Market-driven American cooking stars at this high-end, romantic destination set in a historic home.

6106 S 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ

Culinary Dropout Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

5632 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ

The Arrogant Butcher Buzzy steakhouse turning out upscale New American comfort food in a stylish setting.

2 E Jefferson St #150, Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix City Grille Stylish restaurant serving eclectic dishes in a space filled with art celebrating local history.

5816 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ

POMO Pizzeria Pizzeria providing Neapolitan pies, plus Italian fare from antipasti to gourmet panini.

705 N 1st St UNIT 120, Phoenix, AZ

Restaurant Progress Hip spot for New American small plates at dinner & late-night craft cocktails in stylish digs.

702 W Montecito Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Different Pointe of View Elegant American eatery in the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort featuring sweeping valley views.

11111 N 7th St, Phoenix, AZ

Binkleys Restaurant Chic restaurant showcasing inventive New American meals made with carefully sourced ingredients.

2320 E Osborn Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Beckett’s Table Relaxed restaurant luring locals with seasonal New American meals & an extensive wine list.

3717 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Steak 44 High-end steakhouse featuring gourmet filets, seafood & classic entrees in an elegant, modern venue.

5101 N 44th St, Phoenix, AZ

Pa’la Casual eatery offering wood-fired organic vegetables, grain & seafood dishes, plus a spacious patio.

2107 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ

Rusconi’s American Kitchen Bustling pick for wood-fired New American dishes served in a chic, contemporary setting.

10637 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, AZ

Ocotillo Locally sourced, seasonal American fare in a cavernous space with a modern industrial vibe.

3243 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE FEBRUARY

your hands dirty! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

FEB 16

FEB 28

ARIZONA GRAND SLAM Come

BRUNCH’N & BOSS’N

watch the best players in the world battle it out at the world-class JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa and to earn their share of the $70,000 payout. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

You Don’t Want To Miss This! Join Us & Come Network, Meet Amazing Go-Getting, Goal Oriented Women All While doing a little Shopping, Sipping Bottomless Mimosas & Eating A Tasty Brunch. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

FEB 20

GANJA FLOW 2021

MARCH

Ganja Flow offers curated sessions to relieve your stress and uplift you enabling you to rise above the negativity and tap into peace. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAR 5

ILLUSIONS DRAG QUEEN SHOW

HONEY LIVE FARMS

Honey Hive Farms Arizona local honey tasting at our farm. Come and visit us and taste the tastes of Arizona through nature. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

llusions the Drag Queen Show Phoenix is the perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best celebrity impersonators and the funniest Phoenix drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering.

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

FEB 25

MAR 6

Full of excitement fun and laughter, food, Beverages, hookah and more!

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Our celebrity impersonation Phoenix drag queen dinner and drag queen brunch in Phoenix are perfect for Phoenix bachelorette parties, gay bachelor parties, birthday parties, couples night out, guys night out in, ladies night out, moms night out, or for no damn reason at all but just to see the most amazing drag queen show in Phoenix! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

FEB 20 10:00AM

THE DRAG BRUNCH

SMOKING COMEDY

FEB 27

SIP AND SPIN: INTRO TO THE POTERY WHEEL

Whether you have experience using a pottery wheel, or it is something you want to cross off your bucket list, we have opportunities for you to get

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BAR GU ID E Charlie’s Phoenix Two-steppin’ country bar 727 W Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ

The Anvil Lots of leather and denim.

2424 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ

Dick’s Cabaret Phoenix’s all male strip club 3432 E Illini Street, Phoenix, AZ

The Rock Local flavor, bear-acuda, and drag adventures 4129 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

BS West Scottsdale’s popular dance/video bar with great drink specials 7125 E 5th Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ

R Lounge Lesbian bar with DJ music and shot specials on Sundays 4301 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Pat O’s Bunkhouse Saloon Mostly male cruise bar with pool, darts, and a patio 4428 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Stacy’s @ Melrose Upscale neighborhood dance bar 4343 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Kobalt Bar Simply one of the best 3110 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Oz Neighborhood bar 1804 W. Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ

Cruisin’ 7th Get creative with your theme nights 3702 N 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Rainbow Cactus The friendly mix 15615 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, AZ

Bar 1 The upscale neighborhood bar 3702 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Plazma Pixel-perfect neighborhood bar 1560 E Osborn Road, Phoenix, AZ

Cash Inn Country Ladies night is every night 2140 E McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ

Bliss / ReBAR “Friendly Gathering Spot” 901 N 4th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Karamba Latin flavored dance club 1724 E McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Dick’s Hideaway Cozy bar & eatery with a refined rustic feel & a menu featuring Southwestern & American cuisine.

6008 N 16th St, Phoenix, AZ

La Grande Orange Grocery & Pizzeria Simple fare, baked goods, and much more...

4410 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ Cartel Coffee Lab Skip the chain 225 W. University, Tempe, AZ

Windsor Global comfort food & retro cocktails fill the menu at this snazzy restaurant with a backyard patio.

5223 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ

Marcellino Ristrorante Classic Italian eatery 7114 E Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, AZ

Ticoz Resto-Bar Tacos, burgers, cocktails, oh my!

5114 N 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Roka Akor Traditional Japanese open-fire grilling 7299 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ

Barrio Cafe A taste of Mexico 2814 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ

The Lodge Rustic rules!

4422 N 75th Street, Scottsdale, AZ

Switch Restaurant and Wine Bar Low-key wine bar offering signature cocktails complemented by small & large New American plates.

2603 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Thai E-San A great Thai time 616 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ Coup Des Tartes Romantic French bistro 1725 E. Osborn Road, Phoenix, AZ

Oregano’s Pizza Chicago-style in AZ! 1008 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, AZ

Scott’s Generation Deli Delicious deli 5555 N 7th Street, Phoenix, AZ

Hula’s Modern Tiki Aloha to Hula’s Modern Tiki 4700 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ Wild Thaiger Fun Thai with a great drink menu 2631 N Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

The Greene House Inspired California cuisine 15024 N Scottsdale Rd Ste 100, Scottsdale, AZ

Mi Patio Family owned and operated Mexican 3347 N 7th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

Over Easy Hip, new twists on old faves 4730 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE MAR 7

that await you and play in the sand.

Enjoy indoor volleyball, games, food trucks, craft activities, boutique shopping and face painting. Fun for all ages. Free for kids under 12 months.

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MUDDY PRINCESS PHOENIX

Our event is for Princesses of all sizes, ages and fitness levels. We don’t focus on fastest times or competitions, we focus on fun so be prepared to run, walk, crawl, climb, slide, balance and laugh your way along our course for an amazing “girls dirty day out!”. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APRIL APR 3

SPRING FAIRY PARTY AND EGG HUNT

MAR 7 10:00

FREE FLOW YOGA

Enjoy options for yummy treats, boutique shopping, hand made crafts and loads of pixie fun. Free general admission. Food and beverages available for sale at the venue, including tea. Dress up optional and fun for all ages. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Join us poolside for a 45 minute flow yoga session taught by CorePower instructor, Christina Mierzejewski. After class, enjoy brunch from MATCH Market & Bar. Each session is $50 per person and includes poolside yoga, an adult beverage and meal. Drink options include a Bloody Mary draft beer, mimosa, or coffee drink. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APR 3 8:30AM

SLOPE FEST 2021

This community event will kick-off with a family friendly bike ride organized by the Desert Horizon Police Precinct, followed by a festival the whole family can enjoy! Bike ride registration begins at 8:30am with ride to follow at 9:30am.

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAR 25

COCKTAILS UNDER THE COSMOS Celebrate all things celestial on our scenic Camelback Overlook rooftop deck, with dramatic Camelback Mountain views. View major astronomical events from supermoons to meteor showers with an expert astronomer as your guide, telescope in tow. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APR 10

ARIZONA STREET FOOD & BEER FESTIVAL The most delicious street food you can ever taste, the best people you’ll ever meet, and the most uplifting fun music to get you pumped to fill those stomachs! Visit eventbrite.com.

MAR 27

MERMAID AND PIRATE PARTY

Follow the map to the hidden treasures

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE APR 11

MAY

6TH ANNUAL FUTURE COLLECTOR CAR SHOW

MAY 1

Located at High Street in Northern Phoenix, Arizona, this family friendly FREE to spectators show features vehicles of any make, model, year and or condition that best represent the future of the collector car industry.

REALITY DETECTIVE EXPERIENCE

Solve the crime by hitting the street with your feet. You Sleuth combines the classic detective game of Clue with the augmented reality of Pokemon Go to create a brand new game experience!

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Owners from different generations find common ground in their love of cars and the hobby as a variety of highly modified to all original preserved vehicles are displayed for spectators to enjoy. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 8

MOTHER’S DAY TEA PARTY

Enjoy options for tea, yummy treats, boutique shopping, hand made crafts and loads of fun. Free general admission. Food and beverages available for sale at the venue, including tea. Princess dress up optional and fun for all ages. Visit eventbrite.com.

APR 17

PILATES & PROSECCO

Experience an invigorating one-hour mat Pilates class on our beautiful Paradise Terrace followed by some bubbly on Rusty’s patio. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 8 1:00PM

BOURBON AND CHOCOLATE

Come enjoy bourbon tastings and chocolates! We will have 4 bourbon’s for you to try and plenty of chocolates for you and the family. Kids are welcome to come along for the candy. No worries if you don’t like straight bourbon - you can mix it in a soda or other mixer. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APR 24

THE ADULT PROM PHOENIX MASQUERADE PARTY

IF Only For One Night 2021 Adult Prom” Phoenix Edition Masquerade Party is a formal red carpet affair where you can experience your prom for the first time or all over again. Our Elegantly decorated venue will feature music from the past and present. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 18

POUND CLASS AT INFUZE

We will be holding weekly classes on Tues & Thur at 7:00 PM and Saturday at 9:00 AM weekly. Class size will be limited to 12 attendees so be sure to

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE sign up in advance when you plan on attending. We will have sticks if you need them but encourage others to bring their own mats. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

keychains, lanyards, booze, koozies! So much more is all yours if you can answer these hard burning questions right!

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 19

LUNAR SOUND HEALING 2021

JUN 27

WINGSDAY

Utilize Breath-work, Meditation, & Sound Therapy to connect Mind, Body & Spirit.

Learn about Lunar and Solar cycles, Eclipses and Astrology in a community setting! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

A lit motherflippin’ Wednesday with wings + drink specials for the culture!

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUNE

JULY

JUN 1

JUL 2

ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT PHOENIX

FREE COMEDY SHOW

Comedy Show (intimate setting)Featuring local AZ talent and National Touring Headliners- Two Item Minimum.

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative selfguided tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. All you need is your own mobile device and an Internet connection. Visit eventbrite.com.

JUL 3

FREE HOME-BREWING MASTERCLASS

Since we have been home more than usual, this would be a perfect time to learn more about brewing tasty beer from your home! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUN 6

HOT MULLIGAN

American punk outfit Hot Mulligan serve buoyant pop-punk with an emo earnestness inspired by bands like Taking Back Sunday, the Wonder Years, Motion City Soundtrack, and Tigers Jaw. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUL 17

JB SMOOVE

JB Smoove is a multi-talented writer, comedian, and actor. He can currently be seen in the beloved role of “Leon” in the iconic HBO comedy series Curb Your Enthusiasm. JB’s new book The Book of Leon: Philosophy of a Fool, based on the popular character, was released in October and was nominated for a 2018 Audie Award for the audio version. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUN 25

DAUGHTRY

“It takes a lot of time to accept who you are,” says Chris Daughtry. “You shave off the persona that you thought people expected, stop worrying about what anyone is going to think. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUL 31

JULY WOMEN’S CAR CARE CLASS

JUN 26

Ladies, we invite you to join us for Girl Gang Garage’s Women’s Car Care Class.

Class is led by Bogi, an ASE certified mechanic. Visit eventbrite.com.

WORLDS BEST BOSS TRIVIA PUB CRAWL Over $15,000 in prizes! Cash, shirts,

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Voice Community Center Gay community center 801 North 2nd Ave., Phoenix, AZ

Southwest Center for HIV/AIDS Prevention AIDS education and prevention 1144 East McDowell Road, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ

Prime Timers of Phoenix Mature men who enjoy mature men P.O. Box 31821, Phoenix, AZ

Maricopa County Department of Public Health Counseling, testing and referral services 1645 E Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ

Desert Adventures Out of the bars and into the streets P.O. Box 2008, Phoenix, AZ Bears of the West Where the bears are P.O. Box 33215 , Phoenix, AZ Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 2097 , Phoenix, AZ ASU LGBTQ Coalition Queer student union Glendale, AZ | twitter.com/asulgbtq Aunt Rita’s Foundation AIDS awareness/fundraisers 2700 N 3rd Street, Suite 2012, Phoenix, AZ Lambda Phoenix Center Offering hope to the LGBTQ Community 2622 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ADULT STORE Castle Mega Store Group Inc ................................. 39

GENERAL CONTRACTOR Furcini Construction Corp ........................................ 4

AIR CONDITIONING Emergency Air Heating & Cooling ......................... 39

GOLF CARS & CARTS Pohle NV Center..................................................... 18

APARTMENT RENTALS Kay-Kay Realty ....................................................... 45

GOLF CART REPAIR & SERVICE Pohle NV Center..................................................... 18

ATTORNEY Dessaules Law group ...................... back inside cover

GOLF CLUB Longbow Golf Club ................................................ 15

AUTO DEALERSHIP Infiniti on Camelback ...................back outside cover

HEATING Emergency Air Heating & Cooling ......................... 39

BEDDING / MATTRESSES Bed Drs .................................................................. 33

HOME BUILDER Sonoran Classic Builders ......................................... 9

CAR DEALERSHIP BMW North Scottsdale ............................................ 8

HOTEL Graduate Tempe .................................................... 41

CONSTRUCTION LAW Thomas Law ........................................................... 35

HVAC Brothers Plumbing & Air Conditioning.................. 17 Parker & Sons......................................................... 30

CRIMINAL DEFENSE Belen Law Firm ....................................front cover, 11 The Weingart Firm ............................................20-21

INSULATION CONTRACTOR Banker Insulation .................................................. 28

DISABILITY LAW Scott E. Davis.......................................................... 29

INSURANCE Christian Huth- Meadowbrook Insurance Services 19 Debra K Atkinson- Allstate ....................................... 8

DIVORCE LAWYER Law Office of Kathrine Kraus PC............................. 39

MED SPA Robles Plastic Surgery ........................................... 43

EMPLOYMENT LAW Matheson & Matheson PLC ................................... 41

MENTAL HEALTH New Hope Behavioral Health ................................ 40

ESTATE PLANNING Financial Security Group of AZ Inc ......................... 31 Watermark Wealth Strategies LLC.....................24-25

MORTGAGE LOANS Susan Atkinson- City Wide Home Loans ................ 34

ESTATES Desmond Law PLLC................................................ 10

MORTGAGES Joseph Najjar- Valley Mortgage Financial ............. 13

FAMILY LAW Donaldson Stewart PC ........................................... 44 The Weingart Firm ............................................20-21

NON PROFIT Helens Hope Chest ................................................ 37 OPHTHALMOLOGY American Vision Partners................front inside cover

FINANCIAL ADVISOR Kona Financial Services ......................................... 18

PERSONAL INJURY Thomas Law ........................................................... 35

FINANCIAL PLANNING Stronghold Financial ............................................... 7

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY PET SUPPLIES Ryan’s Pet Supplies................................................ 35

ROOFING Hardacker Roofing ................................................. 23

PLASTIC SURGERY Dr. William Jacobsen Plastic Surgery ...................... 3 Robles Plastic Surgery ........................................... 43

SENIOR LIVING The Palazzo ............................................................ 29 SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT New Hope Behavioral Health Muridan ................. 40

PLUMBING Brothers Plumbing & Air Conditioning.................. 17 Parker & Sons......................................................... 30

TAX SERVICES Financial Security Group of AZ Inc ......................... 31

POOL CONTRACTOR Tribal Waters Custom Pools ..................................... 5

TRUSTS Desmond Law PLLC................................................ 10

POOL REMODELING Tribal Waters Custom Pools ..................................... 5

WEALTH MANAGEMENT Bob DiCarlo- Cole Wealth Management................ 41 Eagle One Private Wealth Management ................. 2 Stronghold Financial ............................................... 7 Watermark Wealth Strategies LLC.....................24-25

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Kay-Kay Realty ....................................................... 45 REAL ESTATE Exceed Realty Inc ................................................... 34

WEDDING & EVENT VENUE Graduate Tempe .................................................... 41 Longbow Golf Club ................................................ 15

RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY Dr. William Jacobsen Plastic Surgery ...................... 3

WILLS Desmond Law PLLC................................................ 10

RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Friendship Village.................................................. 38

WINDOWS & DOORS Lasting Impressions................................................. 1

RETIREMENT PLANNING Financial Security Group of AZ Inc ......................... 31

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