Our Community USA - Long Island Vol 4

THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

LONG ISLAND Vol. 4

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About Long Island

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Bar Guide

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Restaurant Guide

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LGBTQ Organizations & Attractions

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Events Schedule

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Business Directory

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ABOUT LONG ISLAND LGBTQ Long Island Long Island is as varied and diverse as most states, crammed into 1400 square miles. Though Queens and Brooklyn are technically on Long Island, the term “Long Island” really refers to Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Easily accessible from NYC by the Long Island Railroad (LIRR), Long Island encapsulates mellow suburbs, busy cities and quiet rural areas.

The most popular vacation destinations in Long Island are the North Fork, with its picturesque wineries, and of course the Hamptons for its privileged beach homes. Other areas to know about are the North Shore, once so famous as home to the rich that Fitzgerald set his novel The Great Gatsby there, and the South Shore, which tends to be more diverse and popular for its beaches. Of course, just off the South Shore is the hedonistic Fire Island, which can be accessed by ferry from Sayville or Bay Shore.

The west side of the Island is more populous, with the numbers starting to dwindle the further east you go.

And you should definitely head east to experience North Fork.

In the past few years, North Fork wineries have come into their own and LI wines are carried in some of NYC’s finest restaurants. Long Beach, on the South Shore is also worth a visit, as it has become a hip area of hotels and shops.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Blend on the Water Modern restaurant & lounge featuring cocktails, gourmet Latin-inspired eats & expansive water views.

4540 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY

Crabtree’s Restaurant White-tablecloth spot with garden seating serving Mediterranean fare, including seafood & brunch.

226 Jericho Turnpike, Floral Park, NY

Crescent Grill Farm-to-table eats & cocktail options in a former industrial spot with a gallery for local artists.

38-40 Crescent St, Long Island City, NY

Revel Cosmopolitan bistro serving a menu of globally inspired American seafood, meat & pasta dishes.

835 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, NY

Lakehouse Intimate eatery renowned for New American fare & water view offers mahogany bar & lakeside fire pit.

135 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, NY

Bryant & Cooper Steak House Modern steakhouse featuring meats aged on-site, seafood, traditional sides & an extensive wine list.

2 Middle Neck Rd, Roslyn, NY

John Brown Smokehouse Counter-service BBQ spot serving Kansas City-style meats along with sides, salads, beer & wine.

44th Drive, Long Island City, NY

Churrasqueira Bairrada Portuguese rodizio offering sizzling grilled meat skewers & other traditional fare.

144 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, NY

Madera Featuring live jazz on the weekends, this casual bistro serves Cuban steak & seafood dishes.

47-29 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY

Rustic Root Rustic-chic New American tavern offering area-sourced plates plus beer, wine & cocktails.

7927 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY

Maiella Sophisticated waterfront bar & restaurant crafting contemporary Italian dishes & cocktails.

4610 Center Blvd, Long Island City, NY

LIC Market An intimate market, eatery & natural wine & beer bar serves local and international artisanal fare.

21-52 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY

West End Cafe Located in a strip mall, this bistro serves inventive entrees & cocktails plus fixedprice specials.

187 Glen Cove Road, Carle Place, NY

18 Bay Dinner-only Italian hub with a fixedprice, locally focused menu, set in an airy Victorian house.

23 N Ferry Rd, Shelter Island, NY

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2019 EVENT SCH EDULE June

JUN 30 NKOTB LIVE New Kids on the Block return to NYCB LIVE for their Mixtape Tour. Special guests include Salt – N – Pepa, Tiffany, Debbie Gibson, and Naughty by Nature. Visit nycblive.com.

JUN 29 EISENHOWER PARK FIREWORKS CELEBRATION Big bangs. Big thanks. Nassau County is honored to celebrate America and our veterans. Join your neighbors at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater in Eisenhower Park for this free celebration that includes great music, family fun and world-class fireworks

by Grucci.

July JUL 4 JULY 4TH FIREWORKS Valley Stream’s 27th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Show is presented by Mayor Fare and the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce. Gates open at 6:30 PM. Rain date: July 5th. Details at longisland.com

TD Bank customers and veterans can get the best seats in the house with special tickets for early access at 4:30. Doors open to the general public at 5:30. Free tickets are available starting June 14 at all TD Bank locations on Long Island—while they last. *Rain Date June 30

JUL 10 2:00PM-4:00PM PIPPIN With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Learn more at nassauevents.com.

JUN 29 10:00AM-3:00PM ARTS IN THE PLAZA We feature handcrafted art by Long Island artists, live music, cultural performances and our Kids Art Station. Located at 1 West Chester Street, Long Beach, NY. Learn more at discoverlongisland.com.

JUL 12 LI SUMMER FEST The Long Island Summer Festival is the premiere destination for hundreds of local vendors, diverse food options, a carnival experience with tons of rides to choose from, and our famous Hot Air Balloons available for high-flying rides as well! Visitors of all ages are welcome, with something for everyone to enjoy in this beautiful Long Island Summer atmosphere! Details at eventbrite.com

JUN 30 KIWANIS SUMMER FESTIVAL 2019 The Kiwanis Club of West Hempstead will host the Annual West Hempstead Summer Festival on Sunday, June 30, on Nassau Boulevard

by Hall’s Pond. This quarter mile long event will feature a Giant Craft Mall featuring more than 70 craft & merchandise vendors; Huge Inflatable Children’s Rides including our Towering Rock Wall and Mechanical Bull; Live Entertainment and a Magnificent Food Court.

Admission to the Festival is Free. The rain date for the event is Sunday, July 7.

JUL 13-14 FAMOUS FOOD FEST Featuring Over 65 Food Vendors, New VIP Section, Live Music, Beer and Wine Garden, Virtual Reality Gaming Area, Zip Line, Rock

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BAR GU ID E Blanche Part of Long Island’s gay community for 24 years and counting Oyster Bay - 47-2 Boundry Avenue, Farmingdale, NY

Wall St Lively high end, neon-lit nightclub with plush benches & a mixed crowd 575 Smithtown Bypass, Hauppauge, NY

Long Island Eagle Bar & Night Club Leather/motorcycle crowd South Shore - 94 N Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore, NY

Chango Latin nightclub with a mixed crowd 3834 31st Street, Long Island, NY

Veranda @ Long island Eagle “Veranda at the Eagle different than expected” South Shore - 94 N. Clinton Avenue, Bayshore, NY

Beach Bar Seasonal, high-energy nightspot with big outdoor patio offering bay views and a mixed crowd 58 Foster Avenue, Hampton Bays, NY

Sip·n·Twirl Gay Nightclub Fire Island National Seashore, 36 Fire Island Blvd., Fire Island Pines, NY

Winners Circle Nite Club Latin dance, nightspot with DJs, cocktails, bar bites and a mixed crowd 39 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY

Aura Futuristic-looking nightclub with a spacious bar with a mixed crowd 1900 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY

Vibe Lounge Live music 60 N Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY

Avanti “Best Latin Saturday” in town 173 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY

Mystique Hookah Lounge Offering hundreds of hookah flavors in a plush surrounding with occasional belly-dancers & a mixed crowd 973 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY

Lizard Lounge DJ fueled dance parties, live bands and karaoke nights 4589 Sunrise Hwy, Bohemia, NY

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2019 EVENT SCH EDULE Wall, Chef Demo’s, Free Sampling*, Sport Simulator, Butterfly Exhibit, VIP Area, Art Tent, Cooling Stations, and much more! This all-ages fun for the whole family event is only $5 to attend each day! Children 10 and under are FREE. Taking Place at the Tanger Outlets in Deer Park, NY. Details at eventbrite.com.

plenty of resumes, because they’re here to hire.

Walk in and start interviewing, it’s that simple.

Save time, money and effort interviewing with multiple companies in one day at one location. Many of these companies have several openings and are eager to meet with you. You’re no longer just a piece of paper. Attend the career fair and get infront of decision makers. Register for free at eventbrite.com.

JUL 18-21 GREAT SOUTH BAY MUSIC FEST Long Island’s largest and longestrunning, four-day music festival happens in Patchogue’s Shorefront Park. The fest, presented by King O’Rourke, will feature over 75 performers on four stages, in classic and contemporary rock, folk, punk, blues, indy, jam-band, reggae, and funk genres. Learn more at greaterlongisland.com.

AUG 10 WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience. Learn more at waterlanternfestival.com.

JUL 20 SUMMER ROSÉ & BUBBLY FEST Toast to the season with Rosé Wine + Rosé Champagne + Sparkling Wine + Music...in the middle of a beautiful 200-acre working winery! Join us on the east end of Long Island as we celebrate summer-and summer wines.

Sample dozens of wines, enjoy local cheeses and charcuterie and craft foods.

AUG 10 LONG ISLAND CRAFT CLASSIC Long Island Craft Classic including a variety of delicious food options from our exclusive catering partner,Bobbique. Long Island Craft Classic event will showcase products like wine and whiskey, finest handcrafted beers, BBQ food and beverages and more. Learn more at licraftclassic.com.

Learn firsthand about tasting notes and history of wine. Must be 21 or older to attend. Enjoy live music and dance on the lawn at scenic RG|NY Wine and cool off with a fresh ocean breeze. Dress to impress and remember summer chic in pink! Tickets at eventbrite.com.

AUG 10 PRIDE NIGHT In the last 3 years, more than 10,000 LGBT people, allies, and their friends and families filled Citi Field for this historic night which supports the LGBT Network’s anti-bullying programs in Long Island and NYC schools.

Let’s Strike Out Bullying together again in 2019! Visit prideonthebeach.org.

JUL 20-21 TOUGH MUDDER Tough Mudder Classic Long Island is back in 2019 and is bigger and bolder than ever. The 2019 season is ready to run, and that includes a heart-pumpin’, course-rockin’ rollick through the trails at Old Bethpage Restoration Village.

This event has everything a Mudder could want - wide open fields, deep-woods trails, and obstacles. Lots and lots of obstacles. Visit toughmudder.com for details.

August AUG 8 LONG ISLAND CAREER FAIR You’ll meet face-to-face with hiring decision-makers from some of the areas top employers. Dress professionally and bring

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2019 EVENT SCH EDULE AUG 11 PAELLA & SANGRIA BEACH PARTY Enjoy the best Paella Party cooked on the beach while sipping Sangria and listening to Live Gypsy Kings Music by Los Cintron, all this while enjoying the sand and beach with your best friends and loved ones. Don’t miss this one! Tickets sold at eventbrite.com.

wouldn’t be possible without our two main sponsors Blue Island Oyster Company and Claws Seafood Market, who occupy the East and West Pavilions respectively. You name it, they’ve got it - from raw bars to lobster rolls! We also have several seafood trucks and a variety of other, non-fish, food options available at the festival. Visit limaritime.org.

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AUG 11 LONG ISLAND RETRO GAMING EXPO The Expo was founded in 2015 with one simple idea – to make a convention that everyone involved in running it would want to go to. This single rule has rocketed the show from our very humble beginnings in a single room in year one to a multi-day show with over 3,000 attendees and over 100,000 square feet in 2017!

SEP 7 ONE LOVE YOGA FEST 20 Yoga Studio Communities from across Long Island will unite with common breath, compassion & the practice of yoga to raise awareness and funds in support of organizations that work to eradicate the horrific practice of human trafficking. Tickets include 20 classes - 1 at each participating studio. Featuring live music, drummatics, hooping, face painting, henna, vendors galore and great giveaways. All ages are welcome.

Learn more at onelovelongisland.org.

Get ready to play all your retro favorites, browse gaming vendors, participate in panel discussions, listen to awesome music performances, bring your best cosplay, and enter tournaments and win prizes! Oh, and be prepared to have the best time you will ever have. Visit nassauevetns.com for details.

SEP 7 RUGGED MANIAC LONG ISLAND Remember when you were a kid and you used to run around outside with your friends climbing trees, jumping in puddles, playing tag, and just plain having fun? Well Rugged Maniac is simply an adult version of that! We build 25+ epic obstacles for you and your friends to play on (like fire jumps, water slides, trampolines, and underground tunnels), put them in a 3-mile course, and then throw a crazy party with plenty of beer and music!

Learn more at adventuresignup.com.

AUG 18 LONG ISLAND TROPIC CON Long Island’s hottest premiere pop culture event for comics, cosplay, gaming, and more!!

Tropic Con is an event made by fans, for fans. So if you like comics, video games, card games, sci-fi, fantasy, cosplay, and everything in between, Tropic Con is for you! Find us on Facebook for more info.

AUG 24-25 SUMAQ PERUVIAN FOOD FESTIVAL SUMAQ Peruvian Food Festival has become one of the most anticipated culinary events of the year, attracting food enthusiasts from all over the tri-state area!

SEP 14 BLUE ISLAND OYSTER FESTIVAL Eat. drink. dance and protect the Great South Bay! Your ticket includes unlimited freshly shucked oysters and clams. There will be music all afternoon and guided tours through Blue Island Oyster Hatchery. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Over 20 food vendors, a mixture of local and award-winning chefs from Peru, will be participating in this year’s festival. You will also have the opportunity to learn cooking techniques from top chefs, such as Jose Luis Chávez, Ezequiel Valencia and Miguel Aguilar! Details at longisland.com.

SEP 15 LONG ISLAND HEART WALK The Heart Walk is the American Heart Association’s premiere event for raising funds to save lives from USA’s #1 and #5 killers heart disease and stroke. Visit heart.org for times and locations.

AUG 24-25 LI SEAFOOD FESTIVAL We pride ourselves on having the most amazing, fresh seafood options out there! It

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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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2019 EVENT SCH EDULE SEP 18 LONG ISLAND ITALIAN FESTIVAL Each year Hofstra presents an Italian Festival, drawing thousands of people from the tristate area. Unlike any other Italian festival, the Hofstra celebration emphasizes the many Italian contributions to American culture. The festival features food, vendors, handmade crafts, exhibits by cultural organizations, music, dance, poetry and much more. information, vendors & children’s activities. Rain or Shine. Learn more at discoverlongisland.com.

Halloween costume contest for kids under 10 years of age. Visit greaterlongisland.com.

OCT 26 HALLOWEEN HARVEST FESTIVAL Cultural activities include: a Gede song workshop, card readings, and a procession culminating in a powerful dance and drum performance conceived and directed by Alexandra Jean-Joseph, with choreography

by Mikerline Pierre and music by Menesky “Sky” Magloire.

There will also be costume-making, Agostino Arts face-painting, Urban Shaman Mama Donna’s Pet Memorial Altar and Blessing of the Animals, and the Doggie Costume Contest with local judges Château Le Woof and Friends with Four Paws. Details at socratessculpturepark.org.

SEP 28 POUR THE CORE LI Pour the Core: A Hard Cider Festival returns to Heckscher State Park on Saturday, September 28, 2019 for another fantastic fall day filled with over 75 ciders from local, national and international cider makers, plus a donut eating contest, food trucks, and more!

This event is rain or shine! Tickets sold at eventbrite.com.

November NOV 9 LONG ISLAND GREAT BEER EXPO Fall’s best beer fest will showcase more than 60 local, national, and international breweries offering more than 100 beers for sampling.

The biggest names in brewing are excited to be joining in on the festivities. To learn more, visit ticketweb.com.

October OCT 5-6 BEER FESTIVAL Enjoy UNLIMITED tastings from the best in Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Long Island and Upstate breweries (great hard ciders too). Taste over 50 beers while top DJs spin their tunes and choose from the best in international cuisine. Best. Day. Ever! Details at eventbrite.com.

NOV 29-30 LONG ISLAND FESTIVAL OF TREES This event is renowned for its spectacular array of designer-decorated trees and gingerbread village. Features continuous live entertainment, Santa, vendor marketplace, children’s activities, Department 56 village and display, and more! All trees and gingerbread are for sale.

OCT 12 LONG ISLAND TEQUILA FEST Featuring 95+ High End Tequilas and Mezcals, free beer from DUBCO, live music, Mexico City Street tacos, adn Oaxacan style barbeque, free tasting glass, unlimited soda and water and VIP options. Learn more at verdekitchen.com.

Visit the CP Nassau Toy and gift shop for great bargains. Santa will be there and great photo opportunities will be everywhere you look! Ticket includes entry to the Festival and Cradle of Aviation Museum and FREE Indoor ice skating! Skate rentals at no charge too!

Visit cpnassau.org.

OCT 19 CHILI COOK-OFF AND FALL FESTIVAL The annual Chili Cook-Off is a day where Long Islanders can enjoy the most diverse, delicious, and creative meat and vegan chili dishes from local food establishments, area businesses, and local talent. Prizes will be given in several categories. It’s a fun-filled afternoon with one-of-a-kind vendors, food, beverages, and children’s games including a

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Long Island Gay Men’s Group Gay men’s social group 131 Middle Rd , Sayville, NY

SCO Family of Services Bringing families together 1 Alexander Place, Glen Cove, NY

The Hamptons GLBT Center New Hamptons GLBT Center 44 Union Street, Sag Harbor, NY Long Island Pride Chorus Anyone can sing!

Oyster Bay - 109 Browns Road, Huntington, NY OutNAbout Glen Cove Church-based social group North Shore - 7 North Lane, Glen Cove, NY Pride for Youth Coffeehouse Weekly youth activity 2050 Bellmore Avenue, Bellmore, NY

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY Auto Dealership Nardy Honda...................................................................... 19

Private Investigations Radius Investigations......................................................... 22

Banking Suffolk Federal.................................................................... 23

Religious Organization Episcopal Diocese of Long Island....................................... 11

Biohazard Cleanup PuroClean........................................................................... 23

Restaurant Insurance Cove Agency Inc.................................................................. 29

Commercial Printing Merlin Printing Inc................................................................1

Security Guardian Security Services................................................. 22

Cosmetic Surgery Sasson Plastic Surgery........................................................ 25

Senior Living Peconic Landing............................................................16-17

Cruises Expedia Cruise Ship Centers / Merrick..................................3

Skin Care Skin Care by Christine........................................................ 27

Decorative Door & Cabinet Hardware Kolson Korenge Inc................................................................5

Social Security Disability Miller & Caggiano, LLP....................................................... 19

Dog Boarding & Grooming K9 Clubhouse Dog Hotel.................................front cover, 8-9

Travel Expedia Cruise Ship Centers / Merrick..................................3

Financial Advisor Brian C. Crandall- Andriola, Goldberg & Associates............ 15

Water, Fire & Smoke Damage PuroClean........................................................................... 23

Home Health Aides A Gentle Touch.................................................................... 29

Wealth Management Brian C. Crandall- Andriola, Goldberg & Associates............ 15

Home Inspector Meticulous Home Inspection Corp..................................... 15

Wedding & Event Venue Danfords Hotel Marina & Spa................................................7

Hotel Danfords Hotel Marina & Spa................................................7

Weight Loss Program Arden Med Spa..............................................................12-13

Ice Sculptures Apple Ice...................................................... back inside cover

Wellness Center Arden Med Spa..............................................................12-13

Insurance Keith Burlison- All State...................................................... 27 Robert Giardano All State Insurance................................... 31

Workers Compensation Miller & Caggiano, LLP....................................................... 19

Kitchen & Bath Fixtures Kolson Korenge Inc................................................................5 Lending Insula Capital Group.................................. back outside cover Live-In Care A Gentle Touch.................................................................... 29 Mold Removal PuroClean........................................................................... 23 Plastic Surgery Epstein Plastic Surgery................................front inside cover Sasson Plastic Surgery........................................................ 25

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