Our Community USA - Upstate NY

THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY

UPSTATE NY Vol. 1

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TABLE OF CON TENTS

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GOOD FOR BUSINESS

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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 Pastabilities Contemporary eatery serves homemade pasta dishes & Italian-American fare in a warm, brick interior.

311 S Franklin St, Syracuse, NY

Rooney’s Restaurant Offers an upscale American menu & long wooden bar.

90 Henrietta St, Rochester, NY Apizza Regionale Casual restaurant & bar serving locally sourced pizza & pasta, plus wine, beer & cocktails.

260 W Genesee St, Syracuse, NY

Fiorella Minimalist-chic bistro plating wood-fired pizza & housemade pastas made with local ingredients.

5 Rochester Public Market, Rochester, NY

Jines Restaurant All day friendly Greek diner with sidewalk seating.

658 Park Ave, Rochester, NY

Phoebe’s Restaurant & Coffee Lounge American bistro serving a seasonal menu, with an attached coffee bar.

900 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY Tournedos Steakhouse Elegant steakhouse serving dry-aged beef & over 500 wines.

26 Broadway, Rochester, NY

The Fish Friar Fried & broiled seafood, plus po’ boys, sides & draft beer, in a contemporary space with a patio.

239 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY

Francesca’s Cucina Extensive Italian menu dished in rustic quarters with a garden patio topped by vines & pergolas.

545 N Salina St, Syracuse, NY

Good Luck Innovative, upscale American plates to share in an industrial yet intimate warehouse-style space.

50 Anderson Ave, Rochester, NY

Lucano Old-world murals & textured walls adorn this upscale Northern & Southern Italian establishment.

1815 East Ave, Rochester, NY

A Mano Kitchen & Bar Family-run Italian restaurant making fresh pasta from local produce with an elegant brick interior.

344 S Warren St, Syracuse, NY

Eva’s European Sweets Easygoing Polish eatery offering pierogi & other classics, plus housemade, European-style desserts.

1305 Milton Ave, Syracuse, NY

Tapas 177 Global small plates from egg rolls to empanadas in a dimly lit space with courtyard & salsa dancing.

177 St Paul St, Rochester, NY

Nosh Modern American fare & craft cocktails served in a restored factory with industrial-chic decor.

47 Russell St, Rochester, NY

Kitty Hoyne’s Irish Pub Irish cuisine & whiskey served in an ornate, old-world pub fueled by live folk & rock music.

301 W Fayette St, Syracuse, NY

Thai Love NY Low-key eatery featuring a typical menu of noodle dishes, curries & stir-fries in modest surrounds.

2822 Lemoyne Ave, Syracuse, NY

Voula’s Greek Sweets Comfortable, modest Greek cafe & bakery with specialty desserts & vegetarian sandwiches.

439 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY

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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE OCTOBER

Sunday sports lineup. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

OCT 29

NOV 2

FOOD TRUCK THURSDAY POP-UP

MEDITATIVE PAINTING

Come out and support local food trucks every Thursday (August - October) from 2:00pm - 8:00pm. Featuring 3-4 different food trucks each week! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

Enjoy Sandra’s Signature course offered to thousands of inspired souls. This relaxing experience combines active meditation and free-form painting. This is for anyone interested in discovering the connection between self-awareness and our creative Learn more on eventbrite.com.

OCT 30

HERB TEA & CANDLE MAKING WORKSHOP

NOV 5

Join us for a workshop guided by Right Mind Syracuse at the Gypsy Freedom showroom where we will make herb candles and tea mixtures. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

JAVA TALK

Make great connections at Java Talk!

Java Talk is an informal networking event held the first Thursday of every month. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

OCT 31

NOV 18

PUMPKIN CRANBERRY TIRAMISU AND PUMPKIN RICOTTA COOKIES

PASTA FOR A PURPOSE

In this class, you will learn how to bake pumpkin cookies, using the best ricotta cheese! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

Enjoy an evening of pasta, pasta, and more pasta while supporting the Arc of Onondaga Foundation! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

NOVEMBER

NOV 20

SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI AND RICOTTA CAVATELLI

NOV 1

SUNDAY FOOTBALL SMOKED WINGS

Join us to make Homemade sweet potato Gnocchi & ricotta Cavatelli Take Home to cook and enjoy with recipe

We’re offering locally-raised Smoked Wings for pick-up, to accompany your

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BAR GU ID E Bachelor Forum Gay landmark providing weekly drink specials in an old-school space, plus TVs, a pool table & darts.

670 University Ave, Rochester, NY

Lux Lounge Festive bar with an inviting backyard & fire pit, plus a pool table, jukebox & daily drink deals.

666 South Ave, Rochester, NY

Trexx DJs spin dance music at this energetic nightspot also featuring a pool table & lounge area.

323 N Clinton St, Syracuse, NY

Wunderbar Wunderbar is a Queer Bar & Theatre in the heart of downtown Syracuse, NY. 201 S West St, Syracuse, NY Cathode Ray Buffalo Laid-back, long-standing gay bar featuring daily drink specials, music videos & a sidewalk patio.

26 Allen St, Buffalo, NY

Avenue Pub This is a very cute gay bar that caters to a more mature crowd.

522 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY Funky Monkey Nite Club Gay bar with a laid back staff.

20 Allen St, Buffalo, NY

Brass Bar & Lounge Cocktails & pub fare, plus DJ’d music, live bands & special events, featured in classy surrounds.

363 East Ave, Rochester, NY

Wolf’s Den Gay dance night club known for their battered onion rings and Irish Creme cheesecake.

617 Wolf St, Syracuse, NY

Fugazi A classy gay bar to hang with your friends.

503 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY

140 Alex Bar & Grill Laid-back, LGBT-friendly watering hole with a classic pub grub menu & weekend drag performances.

140 Alexander St, Rochester, NY

Abilene Bar and Lounge Intimate venue known for its regular live music shows, with a limited menu & back deck with views.

153 Liberty Pole Way, Rochester, NY

Club Marcella Late-night dance scene features guest DJs, hip-hop nights & a variety of drag shows.

439 Pearl St, Buffalo, NY

Boomerang’s Bar & Grill Gay bar and restuarant.

995 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY Singers Karaoke Club Lively bar offering karaoke 7 nights a week, plus a pool table, darts, video games & casual bites.

1345 Milton Ave, Syracuse, NY

Roar Dubbed the ‘Best Gay-Friendly Bar in Rochester’ 621 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY Underground Niteclub Unpretentious gay bar offering drinks, dancing & a variety of entertainment, including karaoke.

274 Delaware Ave # 2, Buffalo, NY

Rain Lounge Gay Bar and Drag Queens in Syracuse!

105 N Geddes St, Syracuse, NY

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2020 EVENT SCH EDULE suggestions! Complete details available online at eventbrite.com.

self-guided tour. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

NOV 22

DEC 8

Candlebox rode the grunge bandwagon to multi-platinum success in the early ‘90s, despite howls of protest from Seattle. Come enjoy the hottest band in town! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

You will be guided through whipping up risotto from scratch, and turning it into arancini. A great appetizer for holiday gatherings! Learn more online on eventbrite.com.

CANDLEBOX

HOLIDAY INSPIRED ARANCINI FROM SCRATCH

DECEMBER

DEC 12

DEC 1

Donna the Buffalo has performed and recorded with a variety of musicians, including such prominent folk/roots performers as: Jim Lauderdale.

Now you’ll get the chance to dance your heart to them! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

DONNA THE BUFFALO

ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT ROCHESTER Puzzling Adventures™ are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative

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free personal pizza with every drink purchased! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

HARI KONDABOLU

Hari Kondabolu is a comedian, writer & podcaster based in Brooklyn, NY. He has been described by The NY Times as “one of the most exciting political comics in stand-up today.” Learn more on eventbrite.com.

JAN 2

ALBANY’S ONLY 90’S PARTY

Join us EVERY Saturday night for Albany’s best 90’s Night! Come crush the dance floor all night long while DJ Citrus Minute spins the hottest 90s tunes.

DEC 21

LADIES NIGHT OUT

Join us for a wild night of fun with your best ladies. Awesome music, great drinks, and the best vibes. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

No cover ever, beer & shot specials, free personal pizza with every drink purchased at the Main Bar! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

JANUARY

JAN 5

TRIVIA NIGHT

JAN 1

Test your knowledge of random useless information and win free prizes and swag while doing it! Always new & exciting prizes from brewery goodies,

FRESH SQUEEZE FRIDAYS

For a dance party with DJ Citrus Minute!

No cover, beer and shot specials,

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE City Beer Hall swag, free brewery tours, and much more! Free to play, and trivia will be sponsored by a different brewery weekly. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

MARCH

JAN 21

THE most authentic QUEEN live show since the days of QUEEN themselves.

A deliberate four piece band, Almost Queen delivers a live performance showcasing signature four part harmonies and intricate musical interludes. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.

MAR 6

ALMOST QUEEN

CONNECTED REGGAE PARTY

We pay Tribute to the King of Reggae Bob Marley & his Children.

Featuring special guest AFRICAN STAR SOUNDSYSTEM. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

JAN 5

HENDERSON BREWING TOUR

MAR 13

FEBRUARY

Everlast’s newest album, Whitey Ford’s House of Pain, once again on his own indie Martyr-Inc label, is his seventh solo studio effort overall, and first since 2011’s Songs of the Ungrateful Living (The Life Acoustic, re-recorded solo guitar versions of previously released songs, came out in 2013). Learn more on eventbrite.com.

FEB 2

MAR 27

EVERLAST

Your experience includes a history of the neighborhood and brewing in Toronto, a guided tour of our brewery, samples of the beers we currently have on tap (and from the tanks) and a souvenir tasting glass. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

CRAZY JACK COMEDY NIGHT

GRAND OPENING EVENT

Come out to our weekly comedy shows - performances range from new openmic acts to pros. Free every Tuesday & Friday at 9:30PM. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

Join us for our grand opening event and come check out our newly renovated grounds! Ribbon cutting, kid crafts, Easter bunny, general store open, vendors, entertainment, raffles for free camping and more! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

FEB 17

ROBYN HITCHCOCK

Robyn Hitchcock is one of England’s most enduring contemporary singer/ songwriters and live performers. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

MAR 31

SHAWN COLVIN

In an era when female singersongwriters are ever more ubiquitous, Shawn Colvin stands out as a singular and enduring talent. Her songs are slow-release works of craft and catharsis that become treasured, lifetime companions for their listeners. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

FEB 28

ALBANY ROYAL PRINCESS BALL

Get ready for a day of magical fun for the whole family, brought to you by Dream Parties! You’ll get an amazing opportunity to meet and greet your favorite princesses! Learn more on eventbrite.com.

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LGBTQ COMM U NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

Q CENTER The Q Center Central New York is a safe place for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth, their families and allies to gather. Q Center programming seeks to promote equality, celebrate diversity, and create a safer, more accepting and inclusive community for all Web: www.acrhealth.org Phone: (315) 701-2431 835 Hiawatha Blvd W, Syracuse, NY

GAY & LESBIAN YOUTH SERVICES OF WNY GLYS WNY builds affirming cultures and supportive communities for youth of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions. www.glyswny.org | (716) 855-0221 393 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY BUFFALO GAY MEN’S CHORUS The Buffalo Gay Men’s Chorus is dedicated to producing vocal music of high quality in the rich tradition of men’s choral singing. We seek through song not only to entertain, but to enlighten. We sing to create harmony as we celebrate pride in the community and in ourselves.

Web: buffalogaymenschorus.org Phone: (716) 883-1277 51 Colonial Cir, Buffalo, NY 14222

QUEEN CITY SOFTBALL LEAGUE The Queen City Softball League is one of the largest LGBTQ sports organizations in Western New York. Our primary focus is on slow-pitch softball for all persons. QCSL was founded by the gay and lesbian communities of Buffalo.

Web: queencitysoftball.com Phone: (716) 514-9995 D A R Dr, Buffalo, NY

SAGE UPSTATE INC SAGE Upstate promotes the well-being of older gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people in Central New York through health programs, social/support groups, and education.

Web: www.sageupstate.org Phone: (315) 478-1923 431 E Fayette St, Syracuse, NY

SYRACUSE GAY & LESBIAN CHORUS The Syracuse Gay and Lesbian Chorus is a community choral ensemble of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people and their allies, dedicated to providing and performing an eclectic and entertaining offering of quality choral music which reflects the diverse nature of our community and serves to unite us with the wider community around us.

Web: www.syrglc.org Phone: (315) 476-4329 232 E Onondaga St, Syracuse, NY

THE PRIDE CENTER OF WNY The mission of the Pride Center is to work with the community to make Western New York a safe, healthy, and satisfying place for LGBTQ people to live, work and establish their families.

Web: www.pridecenterwny.org Phone: (716) 852-7743 78 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY OUT ALLIANCE / GAY ALLIANCE We envision a future where all members of the greater Rochester LGBTQ+ communities, at all stages of their lives, are free to be fully participating citizens, celebrating their lives in which they are safe, stable and fully respected. outalliance.org | (585) 244-8640 100 College Ave #100, Rochester, NY 26

BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ACCOUNTING Caine & Associates ................................................. 27

PAINTING Darling Paint & Restoration ................................... 15

BENEFITS Pinnacle Holding Company.............. back outside cover

PAYROLL & HR Pinnacle Holding Company.............. back outside cover

COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT Uniland Development Company ........................... 19

PERFORMING ARTS Syracuse Stage....................................................... 16

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Atlas Fence............................................................... 9 Turner Construction Company ............................... 10

PET BOARDING Thera-Vet Acres....................................................... 13 PHYSICAL THERAPY Lattimore Physical Therapy ...................... front cover, 3

CONSULTING Great Tie Consulting .............................................. 23

PROFESSIONAL CARE MANAGEMENT Elder Care Solutions of WNY.................................. 27

FINANCIAL ADVISOR Catherine Gueli- Royal Bank of Canada ................. 18 Karl Cedarleaf- Raymond James & Associates ....... 23 Michael Booth- Edward Jones ........front inside cover, 1 Jensen, Marks, Langer & Vance LLC ......................... 7

REAL ESTATE Mark MacBain- ReMax Masters ............................. 23 RESTORATION Darling Paint & Restoration ................................... 15

FINANCIAL PLANNING Pinnacle Holding Company.............. back outside cover Grover Financial Services ....................................... 11

RV SALES Meyer’s RV Superstores ........................................... 5

FLOORING Rochester Hardwood Floor ...................................... 9

STORAGE Gibbs Street Self Storage ....................................... 27

FUNERAL HOME Lakeside Memorial Funeral Home Inc ................... 11

THEATER Syracuse Stage....................................................... 16

GUTTERS All County Gutter ................................................... 17

VETERINARIAN Thera-Vet Acres....................................................... 13

HOME CARE Happier at Home ..............................................20-21

WEALTH MANAGEMENT Catherine Gueli- Royal Bank of Canada ................. 18

MORTGAGES Mike Davis Mortgage Team of Prime Lending......... 4

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2021 EVENT SCH EDULE APRIL APR 7

BELA FLECK & THE FLECKTONES

Groundbreaking, Grammy-winning quartet Béla Fleck & The Flecktones will be celebrating its 30th anniversary with a North American tour. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

APR 11 PVRIS

Hottest artist in town! You must check her out. She’ll be your top favorite artist in your playlist. All ages are allowed (Minors must be accompained by a parent or guardian). Learn more on eventbrite.com.

APR 24

QUINTE WEST HOPS ON THE WATER

Celebrate the autumn with the great craft beer & cider our region is famous for while enjoying live outdoor entertainment. Learn more on eventbrite.com.

APR 30

THE AIRBORNE TOXIC EVENT

The Airborne Toxic Event is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 2006. They’ll be an experience you will never forget. Learn more on eventbrite.com.