Our Community USA - Rhode Island Vol 3

THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

RHODE ISLAND Vol. 3

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TABLE OF CON TENTS

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ABOUT RHODE ISLAND

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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 RHODE ISLAND LGBTQ Rhode Island Rhode Island is a small state, but its gay scene is as active as many of the larger east coast cities. Brown, Rhode Island Institute of Design, and Johnson & Wales all pull in a high percentage of open-minded, artistic and openly gay folks, creating a friendly, diverse and tolerant community.

Rhode Island is home to many art galleries, live music venues and theaters. The city boasts charming and historical buildings, some dating to the late 1700’s, making it a favorite with architecture buffs.

Foodies won’t want to miss the Culinary Archives and Museum at Johnson & Wales. One of the benefits of a small city is that most of the nightlife, dining and shopping is within walking distance of each other.

The nightlife is hip and often cutting edge.

Ladies will be glad to know that Providence has a friendly and supportive lesbian scene, with quite a few venues dedicated to female performers. One of the highlights of Rhode Island Pride week is the illuminated nighttime parade.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Indigo Pizza & Lounge Pizza & live music Out of town - 599 Tiogue Avenue Coventry, RI

Ristorante Pizzico Award-winning Italian Hope - 762 Hope Street Providence, RI

Pakarang Restaurant Exquisite Thai cuisine Fox Point - 303 South Main Street Providence, RI

Zooma Trattoria Handmade, award-winning pasta Federal Hill - 245 Atwells Avenue Providence, RI

Cafe Nuovo Artistic food stylings Downtown - 1 Citizens Plaza Providence, RI

Rooftop at the Providence G Restaurant on rooftop 100 Dorrance Street Providence, RI

Caffe Dolce Vita Picturesque Italian cafe Federal Hill - 59 DePasquale Plaza Providence, RI

Gracie’s Spacious venue with great food and customer service 194 Washington Street Providence, RI

CAV A dramatic dining atmosphere Downtown - 14 Imperial Place Providence, RI

Tortilla Flats Where you are cordially invited to seat yourself :) 355 Hope Street Providence, RI

Chiantis Romantic (affordable) date spot Out of town - 195 Old Forge Road East Greenwich, RI

Hemenway’s Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar Has some of the best views in the city 121 South Main Street Providence, RI

Tavolo Wine Bar and Tuscan Grille All the flavors of Italy -- on the cheap Out of town - 970 Douglass Pike Smithfield, RI The Restaurant at AS 220 Art space with cafe and bar Downtown - 115 Empire Street Providence, RI

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE lot we can do about it, but we can embrace it. During the pandemic It is more important now than ever to get outside and enjoy the company of others, human and goat! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JANUARY JAN 17

LEYDEN’S WINTER WINE TASTING Guests select 5 of our delicious Leyden Vineyard wines to experience while learning about what makes each so unique. Following the wine taste. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

FEB 12

WOMB(MAN) HOOD

Womb( Man ) Hood is all about woman empowerment, learning to create, educate , love with boundaries and spirituality. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

JAN 19

CANDLELIGHT ALL LEVELS YOGA

This one hour class is designed to accommodate all levels of practitioners from beginners to seasoned yogis.

Please bring your own props! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

FEB 13

GONG BATH SOUND JOURNEY: CELEBRATING LOVE!

JAN 21

Gong bath sound journey celebrating love and manifesting a soulmate! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Make your own personalized sterling silver ring and experience the process of jewelry making in our sample workshop. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

MARCH

JAN 23

How to be 100% in control and at peace around food, without fear of gaining weight, self sabotaging, or having to be perfect. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

SILVER RINGS - MINI JEWELRY WORKSHOP

MAR 3

HEAL YOUR LIFELONG BINGE EATING AND LIFELONG DIETING

SMALL PUPPY SOCIAL PLAYGROUND

Join us Saturdays at 1:30pm for a half hour of supervised play for puppies 12 weeks to 12 months old and UNDER 25 lbs. ONE person per dog. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAR 4

LIFE COACH CERTIFICATION

This course is a to-the-point life coaching course. Learn the fundamental skills, processes, and strategies to get started coaching. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

FEBRUARY FEB 1

ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT

MAR 6

Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided tour. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

GUIDED HIKING TOUR

Revive the Roots is a non-profit organization in Smithfield, Rhode Island who’s mission is to create ecologically regenerative and dynamic social spaces through the education and practice of perma-culture. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

FEB 6

GOAT HIKES AT SIMMONS FARM Winter is coming, there’s not a whole

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BAR GU ID E Dark Lady Voted best gay bar in RI Downtown - 19 Snow Street Providence, RI

KiKi Fridays @ The Village Lesbian fun night Downtown - 373 Richmond Street Providence, RI

MiraBar Three floors of fun Downtown - 15 Elbow Street Providence, RI

Trinity Brewhouse Award-winning beers Downtown - 186 Fountain Street Providence, RI

The Stable Providence’s metropolitan bar Downtown - 125 Washington Street Providence, RI

Bobby’s Place Something for everyone South Shore - 60 Weir Street Taunton, MA

Providence Eagle Providence’s place for leather Downtown - 124 Snow Street Providence, RI

Club Heat Hot club in downtown Providence Downtown - 71 Richmond Street Providence, RI

The Alleycat The Dark Lady’s friendly sister bar Downtown - 17 Snow Street Providence, RI

Clutch Thursdays for Women Weekly party for the ladies Federal Hill - 224 Atwells Avenue Providence, RI

EGO Feed your ego Downtown - 73 Richmond Street Providence, RI

Union Great drag show and friendly service 200 Union Street Providence, RI

The Village Food, drinks and good times.

Downtown - 373 Richmond Street Providence, RI

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE MAR 21

MAY

RHODE ISLAND BRIDAL & WEDDING EXPO

MAY 1

Our event features an amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

TULIPS BY THE TON

Join Kris in photographing the amazing tulip bloom in Rhode Island and learn macro and close up and techniques.

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 15

WINE TASTING AT OCHRE COURT

APRIL

A lively and entertaining evening featuring fine wines from Greenvale Vineyards and catering from Blackstone Catering. Happily sponsored by The Newport Gulls Baseball Team, Go Gulls!

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APR 1

YOU SLEUTH AUGMENTED REALITY DETECTIVE EXPERIENCE 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.

JUNE JUN 12

SPIRITUAL REZ

APR 10

The time has finally come to gather and do some Whale Watching… our first ever beer festival! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Ocean Mist shows are 21+. Valid ID must be presented for entry. Opening acts are subject to change. There is an 8 ticket limit per customer unless otherwise stated. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APR 10 7:30PM

JUNE 26

WHALE WATCHING

NEWPORT NIGHT RUN | 2021

RHODE ISLAND CARIBBEAN AMERICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL

The Newport Night Run is a race for education that benefits the Newport public education foundation. Newport’s only after-hours road race! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Caribbean Americans have contributed to the development of the United States in extraordinary ways. Millions of people in the United States are connected to our Caribbean neighbors. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

APR 27

BRIAN FALLON & THE HOWLING WEATHER

Brian Fallon will be the newest and hottest music in your playlist. Enjoy a night of music that will make you rethink of your music choice. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

RHODE ISLAND ASSOCIATION OF GAY PROFESSIONALS LGBT professional network Phone: (401) 481-9492 rhodeislandagp@gmail.com www.riagp.com

PROVIDENCE GAY MEN’S CHORUS (PGMC) www.provgmc.org P.O. Box 41482 Providence, RI YOUTH PRIDE INC. Youth Pride Organization South Shore - 171 Chestnut Street Providence, RI

URBAN LEAGUE OF RHODE ISLAND Empowering communities, changing lives South Shore - 246 Prairie Avenue Providence, RI

PROVIDENCE GLBT FILM FESTIVAL When the lights go down, the queers come out College Hill - 83 Park Street Providence, RI AIDS CARE OCEAN STATE HIV services Elmwood - 18 Parkis Avenue Providence, RI

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ACCOUNTING Brian K Tellen, CPA ................................................. 19 Farmer & First P.C. .................................................... 7

MORTGAGES Dave Bottone .......................................................... 3 Kiana Stowell - Movement Mortgage ...................... 9

CASINO Foxwood .......................................back outside cover

MOVING Economy Movers & Storage Inc. ............................ 17

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY B&R Fournier Construction Inc ................................ 1

PATIO Hearthside Fireplace & Patio ................................. 15

ENTERTAINMENT Foxwood .......................................back outside cover

PERSONAL INJURY David A Coughlin, Attorney at Law ......................... 11

FAMILY & DIVORCE LAW David A Coughlin, Attorney at Law ......................... 11

PHYSICAL THERAPY National Physical Therapy...................................... 19

FINANCIAL PLANNER Lifetime Advisors Group .................front inside cover

POOL THERAPY National Physical Therapy...................................... 19

FIREPLACES Hearthside Fireplace & Patio ................................. 15

REAL ESTATE Kathy Souza ............................................................. 3

GENERAL CONTRACTOR Deslandes Construction Inc ................................... 15

SOD Laurel Brook Turf, Inc ............................................. 16

HEALTHCARE Steward Medical Group ........................................... 7

STORAGE Economy Movers & Storage Inc. ............................ 17

HOME DÉCOR Quest Collection ...................................................... 5

TURF Laurel Brook Turf, Inc ............................................. 16

JEWELRY Quest Collection ...................................................... 5

WINDOW TREATMENTS Budget Blinds ................................. back inside cover

JUDAICA Quest Collection ...................................................... 5

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