Our Community USA - Silicon Valley Vol 3

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SILICON VALLEY Vol. 3

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About Silicon Valley

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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 SILICON VALLEY LGBTQ Silicon Valley Silicon Valley might seem all-business at first, but you’ll find a casual and friendly gay scene thriving just below the surface. City planners have focused on making downtown San Jose a comfortable space with restaurants, hotels and green space.

Our San Jose guide also covers bars in the “Peninsula” the area between San Jose and San Francisco that is often referred to as “Silicon Valley” and is home to many start-up and global technology companies.

Apple, Facebook and Google are among the most prominent. It’s also the site of technology-focused institutions centered around Palo Alto’s Stanford University.

The Computer History Museum and NASA’s Ames Research Center are in Mountain View.

The Tech Museum of Innovation is in San Jose.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Crema Coffee Roasting Co. Mom & pop shop with cute baristas 950 The Alameda, San Jose, CA

Arcadia Modern American Michael Mina steakhouse 100 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA

Bushido Sushi and Japanese pub food 156 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA

Calafia Cafe & Market A-Go-Go Vegetarians and carnivores rejoice 855 El Camino Real Suite, Palo Alto, CA

Habana Cuba Restaurant Traditional Cuban fare 238 Race Street, San Jose, CA

Gardino Fresco Hidden gem in Los Gatos 51 N Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos, CA

Aqui Cal-Mex Dining takes a trip south of the border 1145 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, CA

Nick’s Next Door American bistro 11 College Avenue, Los Gatos, CA

Casa Azteca Classic Mexican staples 20 N Abel Street, Milpitas, CA

Paolo’s Restaurant Regional Italian cuisine in downtown 333 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA

Elvas Coffee Stop Beloved Willow Glenn Coffee Stop 2206 Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, CA

Park Place Restaurant Exceptional food and hand-crafted cocktails 10030 S DE Anza Blvd., Cupertino, CA

Vive Sol Mexican cuisine 2020 W El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA

Poor House Bistro The New Orleans of the Peninsula 91 S Autumn Street, San Jose, CA

Castillo’s Charming eatery with an outdoor patio 5639 Cottle Road, San Jose, CA

Rosie’s New York Pizza Thin crust, no frills 1285 The Alameda, San Jose, CA

Mayfield Bakery and Cafe Great for breakfast, lunch or dinner 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA

Tarragon Restaurant Great for special events 140 South Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA

Loft Bar & Bistro Creative California cuisine in a stylish downtown setting 90 S 2nd Street, San Jose, CA

The Plumed Horse Fine dining, chic atmosphere 14555 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA La Pastaia Italian food and wine bar 233 W Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA

Mosaic Restaurant & Lounge Lively, casual dining 211 S. First Street, San Jose, CA Mama Mia’s Italian Restaurant Hearty Italian fare 200 E Hamilton Avenue, Campbell, CA Morocco’s Restaurant Moroccan spiced delights 86 N Market Street, San Jose, CA Twist Cafe American food with a French twist 247 E Campbell Avenue, Campbell, CA Amber India Restaurant Indian delights in the heart of Silicon Valley 377 Santana Row, San Jose, CA

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2018 EVENT SCH EDULE July

For more info go to www.pedropoint.org. Visit eventbrite.com for tickets.

JUL 26 6:30PM-8:30PM CHEF LISA’S VEGAN TEXAS TRIBUTE FEAST This event isn’t just a meal, it’s a wonderful dining experience / party where you get to meet lots of vegans (over 50) who want to meet other vegans. This is a communitybuilding event where we share stories, food, and friendship, both new and old. This will be in the bar, so it’s not kid-friendly this time.

Get your tickets at eventbrite.com. Normandy House Santa Clara, 30 Washington Street, Santa Clara, CA.

AUG 16 6:00PM-9:0PM ENDLESS SUMMER WINE STROLL Savor summer nights with a wine stroll around The Row! Tickets are $40 and include tastings from Santa Cruz Mountain wineries, light bites, DIY succulent terrariums, exclusive discounts, live music, and more! Must be 21 years or older to attend. Tickets are available inside the Santana Row concierge or online at eventbrite.com.

AUG 23 5:00PM-8:00PM CUPERTINO FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL The second annual Cupertino Food & Wine Stroll invites the work-hard, play-hard people in the area for a night of food, wine, and entertainment hosted by Cupertino restaurants. For information and tickets visit cupertino-chamber.org.

JUL 31 6:30PM-8:30PM FIESTA PAINT-ROBERTO’S CANTINA/ MEXICAN SUN Come join me and channel your inner Picasso, drink Margarita’s and savor the taste of a local favorite Mexican restaurant. Space is limited so make sure you purchase your tickets early. Bring a Friend. Price includes: Class Instruction, Canvas, use of acrylic paints and brushes. Food and Beverages are purchased separately. For details, visit zen-paint.com.

AUG 25-26 TEQUILA & TACO MUSIC FESTIVAL The Annual Tequila & Taco Music Festival is back in Downtown Santa Cruz at beautiful San Lorenzo Park! Saturday will showcase top-shelf Tequilas sampling, while you indulge on gourmet tacos! Enjoy Live Music, Margaritas, Craft Beer and Art Vendors in a picturesque park setting. Sunday Funday is Mas Margaritas! Bring the family and enjoy a sunny summer afternoon, sipping on an assortment of Margaritas, eating delicious tacos, all while enjoying a great music lineup!

There is NO Tequila Sampling on Sunday. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.

August AUG 11 8:00PM 5TH ANNUAL DESI COMEDY FEST 5th Desi Comedy Fest 2018, the largest South Asian Comedy Festival in America, comes to the Santa Clara Convention Center. The festival’s vision is to showcase the funniest South Asian comedians and create a unique live comedy experience for the South Asian diaspora. There will also be comedians from various minority groups and the LGBTQ community. The comedians are raw, hilarious and some of the best in the business. The comedians this year come from all over USA, and have been on Comedy Central, late-night talk shows, comedy festivals, have won competitions and performed on every habitable continent. Tickets on sale now.

Learn more at www.DesiComedyFest.com.

AUG 25-26 ITALIAN FAMILY FESTA The 38th Annual Italian Family Festa is the premier signature event of the Italian American Heritage Foundation (IAHF). Each

AUG 12 1:00PM PACIFICA CHILI & CHOWDER COOK-OFF Enjoy unlimited chili & chowder tastings and live music while 14 local restaurants & home chefs compete for the title of Best Chili and Best Chowder in Pacifica. Attendees get to cast their own vote for People’s Choice Award.

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BAR GU ID E Splash Bar & Grill San Jose’s dance spot 65 Post Street, San Jose, CA

Bamboo Lounge Nightly karaoke & lively young crowds 162 Jackson Street, San Jose, CA

Renegades Gay bar with a slight edge 501 W Taylor Street, San Jose, CA

Hedley Club Creative cocktails and Mediterranean light eats 233 W Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA

King of Clubs Where the Peninsula’s Gays Drink and Sing 893 Leong Drive, Mountain View, CA

Haberdasher Below-ground bar with velvety banquettes 43 W San Salvador Street, San Jose, CA

Mac’s Club Welcoming dive San Jose - 39 Post Street, San Jose, CA

Club Rodeo Latin Performers and DJs 610 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA

Max Bar 440 Post Street, San Jose, CA

55 South Cool, bustling hangout featuring innovative cocktails, craft beer on tap & live entertainment.

55 S 1st Street, San Jose, CA

Club Fuz 260 S California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA Club Caribe Live Music and Latin moves 1001 S 1st Street, San Jose, CA

Dive Bar Happening hangout with lounge area 78 E Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA

The Ritz Dynamic music venue featuring live bands 400 S 1st Street, San Jose, CA LVL 44 Never a dull moment 44 S Almaden Avenue, San Jose, CA Cloudz Hookah Lounge Hookah bar with great vibes 398 E Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA

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2018 EVENT SCH EDULE year the Festa adds new activities to keep the Festa fun and relaxing while providing a truly cultural experience to the community.

The Festa offers Italian music, entertainment, cultural exhibits and presentations, cooking demonstrations, grape stomps, wine tasting, bocce and more. FREE ADMISSION! Visit italianfamilyfestasj.org for more details.

self-guided bicycle tours of chicken coops, gardens, bee hives, hoop houses, and coolest Silicon Valley urban homesteads. For complete details, visit tourdecoop.org.

SEP 15 10:00AM-5:00PM 2018 LUNA PARK CHALK ART FESTIVAL Celebrating it’s 11th year, the Luna Park Chalk Art Festival attracts over 3,000 artists, students, vendors, and community members for a colorful day in San José’s Backesto Park.

Artists, students and chalk enthusiasts create over 250 pieces of diverse art throughout the park’s pathways, including original works, classical recreations, traditional Italian madonarri street painting, 3D realistic works, cartoons, modern abstractions, and more. In addition to the artwork, the festival features a main stage of local musicians, dancers and performers, as well as local food trucks and vendor booths. The festival is free to attend and enjoy. Backesto Park, San Jose, CA.

September SEP 2 2:00PM-12:00AM 3RD ANNUAL SONIDO CLASH MUSIC FEST Sonido Clash Music Fest is an all-ages, Latinx alternative music festival that will feature multiple stages of local to international performances from bands, DJs, and poets as well as live art, art installations, workshops, panel discussions, food, artist vendor market, children’s activities, y más!

RSVP and follow along on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and sign up for our Email Newsletter for the latest updates, ticket presales, artist/vendor announcements and more! Tickets also available at eventbrite.com.

SEP 20 7:00PM CREATIVE NIGHT OUT Creative Night Out is a time to rest and relax and make art while chilling with other fun people. Each month we have a different craft or project that can be done while drinking wine or beer and chatting with people from all around. This low key session is a great excuse to find some community while doing something creative. $30 gets you all the materials and instruction for each project, feel free to BYOB or wine! Get tickets at eventbrite.com.

SEP 5 7:00PM-9:00PM PUFF, PASS & POTTERY - A 420-FRIENDLY CREATIVE CANNABIS CLASS Join our local potter and pot enthusiast for a 2-hour 420-friendly Puff, Pass & Pottery session at the Oakland Cannabis Creative studio location. Design your own mindaltered ashtray with personal instructions from the artist, and select the perfect vibe with your preference in color and glaze. Firing is included. Must be 21+, BYOC/BYOB, nonrefundable/non-transferable. Get your tickets at eventbrite.com.

SEP 29 11:00AM OAKTOBERFEST Oaktoberfest turns celebrating the history, the flavors, and the people of the Bay Area. The Festival is a FREE public event, please support the effort by purchasing food and beverages from Oaktoberfest vendors and Dimond

SEP 14 6:00PM-8:00PM MILLENNIALS RUIN EVERYTHING: COMEDY SHOW El Rio’s newest comedy showcase. Every month, we’ll take a look at how this specific generation is slowly unraveling the fabric of the American landscape. El Rio has FREE oysters, happy hours drinks, and hot dogs & nachos for sale! (We’ll give away a couple free drinks too!) Learn more and register at eventbrite.com.

SEP 15 9:00AM-4:00PM SILICON VALLEY TOUR DE COOP 2018 The Silicon Valley Tour de Coop, a free,

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2018 EVENT SCH EDULE District businesses. The event is FREE to attend, but the drinks are not! Family-friendly, dog friendly, open to all. Highlighting this years festival will be a traditional Biergarten, Eco Fair, Kid’s Area with Root Biergarten, German style homebrew competition featured in the homebrewers’ alley, and vendors from around the Bay. Celebrate Oktoberfest, Oakland style, in the Dimond at Fruitvale and MacArthur. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

centers. For more information, please visit sanjoseca.gov/prns.

NOV 17-18 SAN MATEO GLUTEN FREE & ALLERGEN FRIENDLY EXPO The GFAF Expos are the greatest events on earth for those living a gluten-free or allergen-friendly lifestyle. Sample hundreds of products, meet with local & national brands, receive coupons and attend informative presentations by top-notch speakers. The Expos are a fun, family-friendly, educational and safe place made just for you!

October

OCT 5 8:00PM-9:00PM MAGIC UNPLUGGED: ALVIN LUI Bring your own deck of Bicycle playing cards; Alvin will perform the entire show with just the cards that you bring. An intimate experience with only 30 participants per show. Enjoy a free pint of beer with every ticket. Magic Unplugged combines the polish of a stage performance with the intimacy of a closeup experience. So this show is about you!

You bring the deck of cards. You make the decisions. Buy your tickets at eventbrite.com.

Your ticket gets you entry into the vendor fair with 10+ exhibiting brands, coupons from the best gluten-free & allergen-friendly brands, free samples from exhibitors - baked goods, pizza, healthy options & more. You’ll also get discounted products available for purchase, informative classes, a free reusable bag to carry your goodies and a chance to meet your favorite brands, restaurants, authors and bloggers. Get your ticket at eventbrite.com.

San Mateo County Event Center- Fiesta Hall, 1346 Saratoga Drive, San Mateo, CA.

OCT 12 7:00PM CHOCOLATE FEST Enjoy an elegant celebration of all things chocolate at Silicon Valley’s favorite annual chocolate event! Guests are invited to take part in unlimited chocolate tasting, wine and champagne, prize drawings, and a chocolate gift boutique. Twenty vendors of chocolate ice cream, gelato, brownies, cakes, cookies, truffles, and candy of every sort offer tasty samples. Tickets available at eventbrite.com.

December DEC 1 2:00PM-5:00PM BEERWALK - JAPANTOWN Explore the unique boutique shops, art studios, and great restaurants within the community, all while sipping on great beers and enjoying the social enthusiasm of shopkeepers and beer lovers alike! The Beerwalk was created beyond the idea of sampling great beers, but rather to provide the outlet for our community to come together to explore the neighborhoods and small businesses, which help keep the Bay Area great. Tickets can be purchased at thebeerwalk.eventbrite.com.

OCT 27 2:00PM-5:00PM BEERWALK - WILLOW GLEN Explore the unique boutique shops, art studios, and great restaurants within the community, all while sipping on great beers and enjoying the social enthusiasm of shopkeepers and beer lovers alike! Purchase tickets at eventbrite.com. Willow Glen, Lincoln Avenue, San Jose, CA.

DEC 12 6:00PM WINTER BUBBLE WALK Join us for our Winter Bubble Walk! Featuring 20 tastings from highly regarded Northern California wineries await you on a charming evening in Historic Downtown Campbell on Wednesday, December 12th from 6pm to 9pm. Get your tickets at eventbrite.com.

November

NOV 9 6:30PM SAN JOSÉ NEIGHBOR NIGHTS Free activities for all ages, such as arts and crafts, dancing, music, sports, movies, games and more. Held at San José’s 11 community

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center 938 The Alameda, San Jose, CA Santa Clara County Health Department, Crane Center 976 Lenzen Avenue, RM 1500B, San Jose, CA San Jose Health Center : Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, 1691 The Alameda, San Jose, CA Rainbow Chamber of Commerce Silicon Valley, 1070 Stewart Drive, Suite 1, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Phone: (408) 998-9600 members@rainbowchamber.org BayLands Front Runners Running and walking club for lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, transgender people, and friends. Membership is open to all.

650-681-9002 \ www.baylands.org

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY Business Law The Heritage Law Group .................................................... 13

Landscape Design Artisan Home Resorts ........................................................ 11

CAN Training School Nurse Builders Academy ................................................... 17

Laser Hair Removal G2J Clinic .............................................................................3

Criminal Defense Law Office of Dean Johnson .................................................9

Luxury Travel Specialist Eualie Young - Cruise Planners .......................................... 19

DUI Law Office of Dean Johnson .................................................9

Plant Nursery The GardenMart / The GardenShoppe n’ More .................. 17

Garden Mart & Bar The GardenMart / The GardenShoppe n’ More .................. 17

Real Estate Coldwell Bankers - Jeffrey Pratt ..................front inside cover

Hair Restoration Restoration Robotics .............................................................7

Skin Care G2J Clinic .............................................................................3

Health & Wellness Restoration Robotics .............................................................7

Trusts & Estates The Heritage Law Group .................................................... 13

Insurance John Lozon - Allstate Insurance ............................................5 LGIC Insurance Services ........................................................1

Wedding/Honeymoon Travel Eualie Young - Cruise Planners .......................................... 19

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