Our Community USA - South Jersey Vol 4

THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

SOUTH JERSEY Vol. 4

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TABLE OF CON TENTS

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LGBTQ ARTICLE

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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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GOOD FOR BSINESS U SI NESS GOOD FOR BU Protecting LGBTQ Americans from Discrimination is Good for Business Business leaders know that protecting every American from discrimination is good for the economy.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adults have a combined buying power of $884 billon dollars, and business leaders know that today’s generation of consumers prefer to shop at businesses that support gay and transgender people.

Business leaders across the nation are leading the charge to secure nondiscrimination protections for gay and transgender people.

Fairness for All Hardworking Americans • Gay and transgender people are our neighbors, co-workers, friends, and family.

Hardworking Americans deserve to be treated fairly and equally under the law.

Sadly, too many hardworking Americans are facing discrimination in areas like employment, housing and public accommodations, just because they are gay or transgender.

• America is a land of opportunity and freedom, where people who work hard and meet their responsibilities have the chance to get ahead. Everyone deserves the freedom to achieve the American Dream, including gay and transgender citizens.

Respecting Our Coworkers and Getting the Job Done • What’s most important is focusing on what we have in common, taking pride in our work, respecting our coworkers, serving customers, and getting the job done.

• Employees should be judged on their qualifications, experience, and the job they do – nothing more, nothing less.

Non-Discrimination Protections Are Good for Business • Business leaders across the nation, including conservative leaders, agree: Discrimination is bad for business. Today’s top job creators seek states and communities that are welcoming to everyone, including their families, employees and customers.

• When every American is given the opportunity to work hard and earn a living, our economy, communities and nation succeed.

To download a PDF version of this resource, go online and visit: freedomforallamericans.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/BusinessBackgrounderFFAA.pdf

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Dock’s Oyster House

Kelsey’s

Upscale seafood outfit featuring a cozy & elegant dining room with nightly piano music.

2405 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ

Stylish supper club serving soul food & weekend brunch, with live music Fridays & Saturdays.

1545 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ

The Fat Tomato Italian Bistro Sophie’s Bistro

Welcoming BYOB local restaurant offering pizza & other Italian classics in comfy digs.

175 NJ-73, Berlin Township, NJ

French comfort foods in a country antiquesadorned space with outdoor seating.

700 Hamilton St, Somerset, NJ

Lamp Post Diner Cafe Madison

Ample plates of American comfort food, daily specials & a baked-goods counter.

1378 Little Gloucester Rd, Clementon, NJ

South Jersey seasonal American restaurant with live entertainment & a martini bar.

33 Lafayette Street, Riverside, NJ

Casamari Knife and Form Inn

Family-owned BYOB establishment providing Italian entrees & pizza in casual surrounds.

710 Sunset Rd, Burlington, NJ

An upscale eatery features steaks, chops & seafood, plus an extensive wine list.

3600 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ

Umi Japanese Cuisine & Bar Chef’s Table

Tranquil eatery with innovative sushi rolls, sake & Japanese specialties.

11 N White Horse Pike, Somerdale, NJ

Fashionable Parisian-style cafe turning out traditional French fowl & fish dishes.

754 Franklin Ave, Franklin Lakes, NJ

The Iron Room Blue Claw

Eatery featuring from-scratch Italian cuisine, a full bar & ample wines in an intimate space.

2825 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ

Popular landmark eatery serves up a broad range of seafood dishes.

4494 Burlington Pike, Burlington, NJ

Redstone Slick modern grill house with a diverse wine list, serving wood-fired steaks, seafood & sandwiches.

500 NJ-73, Marlton, NJ

Restaurant Lorena’s

Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant

Brickwall Tavern & Dining Room

Established mainstay offering a range of Italian & American fare, including pizza, burgers & steaks.

1414 US-130, Burlington, NJ

Roomy tavern pairing comfort food staples & craft taps in lofty quarters with big screen TVs. 19 E Union St, Burlington, NJ

Upscale restaurant delivering French haute cuisine in an intimate, bistrolike setting.

168 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ

Coriander Yokohama

Contemporary BYOB offering Indian dishes, including veggie options & a lunch buffet.

910 Ritz Center, Haddonfield-Berlin Rd, Voorhees Township, NJ

Modern Japanese restaurant known for its sushi & chef shows at the teppanyaki tables.

300 S Lenola Rd, Maple Shade Township, NJ

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE APRIL

MAY 15

APR 15

To celebrate, they’re announcing their annual Bloom Festival: May 15-16 from 12-5PM. Bring your family and friends to spend the day by the lake enjoying live music, fresh food, and your favorite Autumn Lake wine.

Admission is $15.00 per person , which includes: parking, souvenir glass, wine tasting & entertainment. Learn more at visitsouthjersey.com.

BLOOM FESTIVAL

TRIVIA & TACOS AT WHW

Join us for a night of Trivia and Tacos!

Compete for prizes or bragging rights.

Bring your own team or join up with others. This months theme: 90’s Movies & Music! Visit visitsouthjersey.com.

APR 30

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY

Except for special events, admission is always free at WHW! Reservations are not required, but recommended.

Come out for a bottle of wine, and enjoy yourself by a FREE fire pit or on one of our spacious decks. Limited indoor seating available as well. Learn more at visitsouthjersey.com.

JUNE JUN 4

ILLUSIONS THE DRAG QUEEN SHOW

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

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY MAY 2

BITES & FLIGHTS BRUNCH

Reservations required, seating is limited.

Tomasello Winery is operating at a limited capacity and following all CDC, state, and local guidelines regarding COVID-19. Guests will be seated with their party only, up to 8 guests maximum, at tables set at least 6 feet apart. All guests are required to wear a mask or face covering when entering and moving throughout the building.

Learn more at visitsouthjersey.com.

JUN 5

BOOZE N’ BRUSH

Join us for this Atlantic City Sip N’ Paint where you will be painting a canvas of a sexy next to nude male model with the direction from a painting instructor and enjoy the fun and excitement with your friends! Attending a Booze N’ Brush Sip n’ Paint in Atlantic City, is a sure-fire way to make your next girl’s night out in AC an unforgettable experience. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

MAY 7

PAINT N PAINT

Paint-A-Treasure Studio have teamed up with Monroeville Winery for an evening of Ceramic or Wood Sign Painting, Planting, and Fun! Monroeville has expanded the winery and now has 2 beautiful rooms which are perfect for them to safely hold this Socially Distanced event! Learn more at visitsouthjersey.com.

JUN 18

BLACK EXCELLENCE FESTIVAL

This new MEGA Festival will take place June 18th, 19th 2021 in Atlantic City, NJ at the Showboat Hotel on the historic Atlantic City Boardwalk. The BE Festival is “the” new cultural event to attend.

Learn more at eventbrite.com.

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BAR GU ID E The Royal 100 York St, Jersey City, NJ

Rainbow Room Colorful gay nightspot featuring two bars & event nights such as drag shows & leather nights.

55 S Bellevue Ave, Atlantic City, NJ

Woody’s This longtime gay haunt offers dancing & theme nights in the nightclub & food in the pub area.

202 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA

Club Feathers Long-standing gay nightclub on 2 floors featuring DJs, dancing & drag shows, plus basic bar food.

77 Kinderkamack Rd, River Edge, NJ

Boxer PHL Shirtless male bartenders serve drinks at this gay sports bar with TVs, billiards & an upbeat vibe.

1330 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA

Tavern on Camac American pub grub served in gayfriendly tavern known for its piano singalongs & dance parties.

243 S Camac St, Philadelphia, PA

Stir Rittenhouse gay bar draws a young crowd via exposed-brick walls, rustic bar & happy-hour specials.

1705 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA

U Bar Unpretentious gay bar with an exposed-brick interior & a selection of craft & imported beers on tap.

1220 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA

Blue Monkey Tavern Renovated historic property with mahogany bar & TV sports, plus craft beers & pub food classics.

2 S Centre St, Merchantville, NJ

Pint Neighborhood joint offering a wide range of American craft brews, plus jumbo “fishbowl” cocktails.

34 Wayne St, Jersey City, NJ

The Pour House Known for their craft beers, this casual pub also offers bar bites, a patio & live music.

124 N Haddon Ave, Westmont, NJ

The Bike Shop Veteran gay bar with different vibes on 4 levels including sports-viewing, dancing & more.

206 S Quince St, Philadelphia, PA

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE Our “Magic Mike” Style “audience participation” male revue show features the very best male entertainers, in an intimate personal setting, designed to involve our audience directly and make for a memorable evening. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JULY JUL 2

DRAG QUEEN SHOW

Featuring the finest in New Jersey Drag Queen Dinner and Brunch Shows and Female Celebrity Impersonation.

Get Up Close And Personal With Your Host Diva Drag Queen and Her Guest Drag Queen Divas such as Madonna, Dolly Parton, Celine Dion, Liza Minnelli, Adele, Nicki Minaj, Whitney Houston, Sia, Britney Spears, Beyonce, and many other celebrity impersonators. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

AUG 21

CANNABIS FESTIVAL

The New Jersey Cannabis Festival is an annual event to celebrate the Garden State’s cannabis culture. Live music and art, speakers, cultural vendors, great food, find more information online at www.NJCannaFest.com.

JUL 11

SEPTEMBER

DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL

This event features dragon boat races, Brews for Dragons beer tasting, food vendors...and more! This event raises much-needed funds for Gilda’s Club South Jersey, to continue their mission of providing FREE support programs for those impacted by cancer in South Jersey. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

SEP 1

TROPICANA COMEDY SHOW

AC Jokes now has nightly shows in Tropicana Casino at Kiss Kiss nightclub.

8pm but we also have a 10pm Sunday additionally. Comics seen on HBO, Comedy Central, and more. This link is $5 off our usual price. No drink minimums. Must be 21. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

JUL 30

80S EXTRAVAGANZA!

The 80’s in April Party will make you feel like growing your hair out and jammin’ to Poison because this promises to be NOTHING BUT A GOOD TIME! We are transforming the Bourbon Room at the Showboat Hotel in AC into an 80’s time capsule with various cosplayers from the 80’s, a DJ and live cover band playing all the 80’s hits, a Michael Jackson performer, a section for roller skating, 80s arcade games and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

SEP 4

COSPLAY CONTEST

Horror cosplay contest that can earn for up to $100 for the most creative.

Get your play on! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

SEP 24

BOWLING FOR SOUP

Bowling for Soup came together in 1994, taking their name from a Steve Martin comedy routine about a game show called “Bowling for Sh--.” However, fearing a serious beat-down if their grannies saw a flyer with that profane name on it, the group swapped out a few letters. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

AUGUST AUG 6

HUNK-O-MANIA MALE REVUE SHOW

Our male revue is the place to go for ladies seeking the perfect setting to celebrate their special events!

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

New Jersey GLBT Chamber The NJ LGBT Chamber is the bridge to connect with New Jersey’s LGBT, friendly, and allied business community. We are New Jersey’s premier LGBT business organization dedicated to strengthening LGBT businesses in the New Jersey tri-state area.

Website: njlgbtchamber.org

SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY LGBTQA PRIDE Our mission is to promote equality, respect, and awareness of causes important to the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, trans-gender and questioning community of Southern New Jersey and surrounding areas through fundraisers, community-building events, and in-depth training sessions for our volunteers.

Website: jerseygaypride.com

Gables of Cape May This organization shall encourage, aid and support the efforts of individuals and organizations whose purpose is to promote, secure, enhance and protect the human dignity, integrity and legal and political rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender persons.

Website: gablescapemay.com

QSPOT LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER Gay & lesbian organization that fosters the health, well-being and pride of NJ’s LGBT community by providing resources, referrals, education, and outreach.

66 S Main St, Ocean Grove, NJ Website: qspot.org GARDEN STATE EQUALITY Statewide advocacy and education organization for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community.

40 S Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ Website: www.gardenstateequality.org THE PRIDE CENTER OF NJ Providing comprehensive programming which fosters the health and well-being of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and questioning (LGBTIQ) community, and to increase public acceptance and champion social change for the LGBTIQ community through education and outreach.

85 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ Website: www.pridecenter.org Gay Parents To Be: LGBT Family Building Services Gay Parents to Be® is an informational resource and link to gay parenting services.

We strive to provide the best care for LGBTQ couples and individuals as they navigate all of the options to bring a child into the world.

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ART CONSULTING Madison Art Consulting ......................................... 11

INTERIOR DESIGN SHOWROOM Dompierre LLC ......................................................... 7

CPA Brinker Simpson .................................................... 19

KITCHEN & BATHROOMS The Kitchen and Bath Showroom .......................... 16

CREDIT UNION Garden State FCU .................................................. 20

KITCHEN REMODELING Matteo Family Kitchens & Flooring Inc .................. 11

DECKS Seashore Construction Corp .................................... 5

LGBT ARTICLES Camden County Board of Commissioner ................ 3

DENTIST Dr. Howard Lassin .................................................. 21

MOBILE & HOME TELEPHONE Xfinity ............................................. back inside cover

ELDER LAW Fendrick Morgan ..................................................... 5

MORTGAGES Loan Depot ............................................................ 10

ELECTRICAL Sanders Home Services ......................................... 17

PAINTING Mooney’s Painting ................................................. 21

ESTATE PLANNING Fendrick Morgan ..................................................... 5

PLUMBING Broadley’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning... 10 Sanders Home Services ......................................... 17

EVENTS CALENDAR Camden County Board of Commissioner ................ 3

PRIMARY HEALTHCARE Jefferson Health ...................................................... 7

EXTERMINATOR Stephen’s Exterminating ....................................... 13

REAL ESTATE deSatnick ReaL Estate LLC ........................................ 1

GENDER ASSIGNMENT SURGERY The Philadelphia Center for Transgender Surgery ......................front inside cover

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES White Horse RV........................................................ 9

HEALTH CARE Ocean Health Initiatives ........................................ 23 Marquis Health Consulting Services ..................... 21

ROOFING & SIDING Seashore Construction Corp .................................... 5 SHOWROOM Matteo Family Kitchens & Flooring Inc .................. 11

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Broadley’s Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning .. 10

SIDING Anthony’s Windows & Siding ................................ 19

HOME CARE Acacia Hospice & Home Care ................................. 19

SPAS Hot Tub Central ...................................................... 19

HOME INSPECTIONS Trident Building Inspections ................................... 9

TREE SERVICE CC Tree Experts ...................................................... 11

HOME SECURITY & AUTOMATION Xfinity ............................................. back inside cover

TV & INTERNET SERVICES Xfinity ............................................. back inside cover

HOSPICE Acacia Hospice & Home Care ................................. 19

WILLS & TRUSTS Fendrick Morgan ..................................................... 5

HOT TUBS Hot Tub Central ...................................................... 19

WINDOWS Anthony’s Windows & Siding ................................ 19 Seashore Construction Corp .................................... 5

HVAC Sanders Home Services ......................................... 17

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