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Welcome...
A Letter...
to Provincetown!
from the Publisher
Provincetown is truly a place “like nowhere else.” Since the time of the Mayflower, our little village has been a place of fun and escape. Here, at the end of the world, individualism is prized and gay life is everywhere, intertwined with the town’s charm and natural beauty. In Provincetown you will find a sparkling harbor, vibrant sunsets, and National Seashore beaches with their miles of bicycle and walking trails through sloping sand dunes and woody forests. But the best part? Just steps away from these natural wonders you will find top notch art galleries, fine dining establishments, historic guesthouses, and world-class entertainment hailing from Broadway to L.A. – all along an easily walkable one-mile stretch of town. Provincetown has always danced to its own rhythm, and today, with the help of the Provincetown Business Guild, its music is louder and prouder than ever before, and plays all year long. The colors of fall, peace of winter, reawakening of spring, and vibrancy of summer all have their own special offerings. The PBG annually presents October’s Halloween festivities; December’s Holly Folly, the only GLBT holiday celebration in the U.S.; the springtime Cabaret Fest and Monumental Weekend; and Provincetown’s liveliest event, August’s Carnival. Whether you are here for the first or fiftieth time, with friends or on your own, or with a partner and family, Provincetown welcomes you warmly. Sincerely,
Provincetown continues to b one of the few places which has an allure that transcends its natural beauty, vibrancy and creativeness of its population, and the opportunity for a visitor to relax, unwind and have fun. Whether you spend a day, a week or longer in Provincetown you come into a different world. The Provincetown Business Guild and Provincetown Chamber of Commerce work tirelessly to bring events of outstanding quality to usher in the season, attract different groups of people, all with the purpose of having a good time and a worthwhile experience. I applaud their year round communications to keep Provincetown in the minds of visitors close by or far away. If it’s theatre, whale watching, shopping in all kinds of interesting boutiques and stores, dune tours, bicycle riding, swimming, sightseeing, people watching, enjoying excellent food and drink or climbing to the top of the Pilgrim Monument., Provincetown has it all. Hundreds of guesthouses, hotels and other accommodations have the welcome mat out for you. Our FunMap will guide you to many of them. FunMaps and FunMaps.com enter a new era with its social networking web site, “gayosphere.com”. Check it out, join in the fun and put Provincetown on the top of your list. You will have the time of your life.
Erin Atwood
Alan H. Beck
Executive Director, Provincetown Business Guild
Publisher, FunMaps
A Letter...
Greetings... from the Provincetown Chamber
from the NGLCC Dear Friend: Greetings from the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC)! Let us be among the first to welcome you to Provincetown and the surrounding area. As the national business voice of the LGBT community, we are excited to have you visiting an area which is home to some of the estimated 1.4 million LGBT owned or friendly businesses we represent. We encourage you to show your support of our community by stopping in these businesses. The Provincetown area is rich with opportunity for LGBT business and recreation. We hope that you enjoy your stay and understand why we take such pride in our member businesses and local chamber affiliates. At the NGLCC we believe that a strong economic infrastructure will speak volumes in our quest for equality. By frequenting LGBTowned establishments, you are building stronger businesses and helping us make our case from Washington, DC to Wall Street and down Main Street, USA. For more information about the NGLCC and the work we are doing on behalf of the national LGBT business community, please visit us at nglcc.org. Sincerely,
WELCOME! The Provincetown Chamber Thanks all GLBT visitors coming to P'TOWN ... PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE! The chamber has operated a welcome center in the middle of town since the early 1900's where thousands of visitors stop by for directions, accommodations, dining, nightlife & activity suggestions, or just to receive a friendly HELLO! Our staff is helpful and informative always, looking forward to meeting you and steering you in the right direction to make your visit the best for you! Our website does have a great listing of accommodations, but if you arrive without a reservation or want to extend your vacation an extra day or two, we have a daily list of availabilities with prices for your last minute decisions to "stay & play" in this wonderful town! The street scene is so much fun, the clubs, bars and nightlife are "over the top", and the BEACHES are so beautiful they make you sigh with contentment. Also, it's so easy to get here! Provincetown can be edgy, relaxing and interesting all in one package. You have not really experienced it all without a visit to Provincetown! Once here, you can't help but getting hooked on P'town! Welcome to GLBT travelers from near and far- Visit our web site at ptownchamber.com. Call us at 508 487-3424. Stop by our Welcome Center at the base of MacMiIllan Pier. We are here for you!
Justin Nelson
Candice Collins-Boden
Chance Mitchell
Co-Founder, President Co-Founder, CEO National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (N.G.L.C.C.)
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New England FunMap
featuring Provincetown, Boston, Providence & Ogunquit Photo from Provincetown Carnival courtesy of Provincetown Business Guild
ew England is known for its lengthy coastline of white sand beaches, picturesque lighthouses, breathtaking fall foliage, pristine lakes, scenic mountains, delicious fresh seafood and quaint historic villages. Comprised of six states: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island, New England has countless attractions and many sizeable cities to explore. Featured in this FunMap are the popular gay and lesbian travel destinations of Provincetown, MA, Boston, MA, Providence, RI and Ogunquit, ME. Provincetown, located at the extreme tip of Cape Cod, is like no other place in North America. Quaint, narrow streets and long wharfs remind visitors of the town’s origins as a fishing and whaling village. Only three miles wide at its center, much of Provincetown is National Seashore with beautiful beaches and magnificent sand dunes. The Pilgrim Monument, commemorating the First Landing, is the tallest all-granite structure in the United States. A mecca for artists and writers since the turn of the century, Provincetown’s appeal lies in the relaxed and isolated nature of its location and the sense of individuality of its residents. Visitors soak in the stark beauty of the ocean, bay and dunes while also enjoying the cozy cafes, restaurants, shops, nightclubs and cabarets that are all conveniently located within the town’s friendly, walk-able confines. Many love Provincetown for the fun and sun of its summers and the especially popular gay and lesbian events, which include Carnival and much more. It is also a great place to visit in the offseason. In the fall, winter and spring, the town’s life is serene and peaceful. Food, lodging and shopping are available year round.
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2012-2013 Edition Welcome Getting Here & Regional Overview Map Provincetown Accommodations Provincetown Dining Ptown Resources, Shopping & Services Provincetown Map Provincetown Events & Attractions Provincetown Nightlife Boston Boston Map Providence Providence Map Ogunquit Ogunquit Map / No. NE Coastline
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Getting Here lthough Provincetown is located at the very tip of Cape Cod, it is easily accessible by car, bus, ferry, and air. Provincetown is only a 2.5-hour drive from Providence and Providence’s T.F. Green Airport and 2.5 - 3 hour drive from Boston and Boston’s Logan Airport. Or, you can take a high-speed ferry during the season, from Boston to Provincetown. There is also a ferry that runs between Plymouth MA, and Provincetown. If you have the time, buses travel regularly from Boston to Provincetown. For a real treat, take a plane from Boston’s Logan Airport to Provincetown. It’s only 20 minutes but the view of Provincetown and Cape Cod is fantastic. Once you are in Provincetown, you really don’t need a car. Walk or ride a bike to anywhere. But if that’s not your pleasure, there are several cab companies, Pedi-cabs and a subsidized shuttle bus that can take you wherever you wish to go on the Outer Cape.
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Photo of the Red Inn dining area
FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Anchor Inn Beach House
800-858-2657
175 Commercial Street www.anchorinnbeachhouse.com Our guestrooms offer private bath, individually-controlled heating and air conditioning, twin-line telephone with voicemail & dataport, TV/VCR, wet bar with sink and refrigerator and luxury bath amenities including robes and hairdryer. Many guestrooms feature deluxe showers, whirlpool baths and
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fireplaces (except Memorial Day to Labor Day). Sixteen rooms have private balconies overlooking the harbor. Complimentary continental breakfast buffet is served each morning.
2 Beachfront White Sands Motel
508-487-0244
1001 Commercial Street www.provincetownlodging.com Located on a beautiful private beach, our resort offers: beautiful views of Provincetown Harbor, a pet friendly environment, a large outdoor pool, indoor pool, hot tub and sauna as well as plenty of sitting areas around the pool, and we even let you do your own barbeque! You'll be close to everything Provincetown has to offer, while enjoying our private beach and quiet areas for relaxation.
3 Beaconlight Guest House
800-696-9603
12 Winthrop Street www.beaconlightguesthouse.com A Provincetown Tradition since 1984. Centrally located featuring 14 bedrooms with private baths some with fireplaces, largest roof top sundeck in townpanoramic 360 views, beautiful common areas and gardens, free wifi, AC, hot tub. 5 minute walk to T-Dance, A House, Club Purgatory, and The Crown and Anchor. Open All Year.
4 Black Pearl Inn, The
508-487-0302
11 Pearl Street www.theblackpearlinn.com This beautifully appointed guest house is located near the center of town, easy walking distance to the harbor beaches, gallery district and nightlife spots. The Black Pearl Inn offers off street parking, beautiful guest rooms with private baths,
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5 Captain's House, The
800-457-8885
350 A Commercial Street www.captainshouseptown.com The Captain's House has an affordable range of 12 guest rooms. Our unique location is close to our beautiful beaches and just steps from Commercial Street where you'll find nightlife, shops, galleries and restaurants. Amenities include a private deck with a Hot Tub (clothing optional). The Fast Ferries are a two minute walk, with connections to Logan Airport. Wireless Internet available in rooms. If you want a bear friendly atmosphere that is one block from the heart of PTown, close to some of the worlds most beautiful beaches on the Cape, The Captain's House is for you.
6 Christopher's By The Bay
508-487-9263
8 Johnson Street www.christophersbythebay.com Award winning 19th Century Victorian B&B located on a quiet street in the heart of town, close to everything. Parking (limited), private outdoor garden & patio, koi pond, WiFi access, TV/DVD in each room, freshly prepared continental breakfast, fireplaces & bay views. LIMITED pet friendly with prior approval only. A Fodor's Editor's Choice, Pink Choice Award winner and "highly recommended" by Out and About. Open year round.
7 Crown and Anchor Inn, The
508-487-1430
247 Commercial Street www.onlyatthecrown.com With eighteen rooms, luxury ocean front suites and heated pool, The Crown and Anchor Inn offers the best in accommodations and night life right in the center of it all. Dine in the Central House restaurant, take in a show in our Cabaret or choose from one of our 5 unique bar venues including The Paramount – Provincetown’s premiere nightclub! You're sure to enjoy all that the Crown has to offer! Be sure to check out our off-season rates and specials on our web site.
8 Eastwood at Provincetown
508-487-0760
324 Bradford Street www.eastwoodatprovincetown.com Eastwood is a 33 unit condo Resort in the historic east end of Provincetown. Guests from all over the world enjoy our friendly and inviting Resort surrounded by the beauty of the Cape Cod National Seashore, home of the original Whale Watching fleet and the excitement and nightlife of P-Town. Our fully equipped Studio and one bedroom units are a 20 minute walk or short bike ride to the center of town. We are also on the seasonal shuttle bus route.
9 Enzo Guest House
508-487-7555
186 Commercial Street www.enzolives.com Centrally located in the thriving West End of Provincetown, all five of the guest rooms at Enzo are impeccably furnished and each boasts a unique feature that makes it especially right for you! Wake up each morning of your stay to the smell of roasted coffee and fresh baked pastries, always accompanied by juices, seasonal fruits, and our chef’s secret recipe of crunchy granola and yogurt. All rooms include continental breakfast and parking for one car.
10 Harbor Hotel Provincetown 508-487-1711 or 800-422-4224 698 Commercial Street www.harborhotelptown.com Open year round, Harbor Hotel Provincetown welcomes all to all that is Provincetown. This waterfront hotel boasts fresh, contemporary interiors with 119 guestrooms and 10 suites - many with water views and some pet friendly. Highlights include free WIFI, outdoor pool, cabana bar and exciting food and drink at the Whaler Lounge.
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800-842-6379
59 Provincelands Road www.innatthemoors.com
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Inn at The Moors is nestled into a knoll, where land meets sea, with unparalleled views of the tip of Cape Cod. Stay at The Moors to watch tranquil tides through the emerald salt marsh and Great Heron fishing at low tide; enjoy spectacular sunsets over the dunes. Swim in the heated pool or walk to Herring Cove Beach. From the quiet West End we are a 20 minute walk to the hum and sometimes roar of downtown.
12 Red Inn, The
866-473-3466
15 Commercial Street www.theredinn.com Located on beautiful Provincetown Harbor, The Red Inn has welcomed guests since 1915. The 200 year-old Inn has played host to United States Presidents, celebrities, international dignitaries, and most importantly, our everyday guests who have enjoyed the hospitality that has made The Red Inn a premier accommodation. The Inn was recently selected by Cape Cod Life magazine as the winner of the Gold Medal Award for best fine dining and Boston Magazine’s “Best of Boston” best seafood on the Cape and the Islands.
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142 Bradford Street www.sunsetinnptown.com Built as a private home, the Sunset Inn has been a guesthouse for over half a century. The house features pleasant guest rooms, three outdoor decks, back patio, continental breakfast and free parking. Conveniently located in the center of Provincetown. Restaurants, bars, shopping, dance clubs, art galleries are located along Commercial Street which is one block away. A great place to getaway be it Spring, Summer or Fall.
TAG APPROVED ACCOMMODATIONS Christopher's by the Bay
8 Johnson Street
877-487-9263
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DINING Restaurants / Cafes 20 Bayside Betsy’s Restaurant
177 Commercial Street
508-487-6566
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205 Commercial Street
508-487-4432
After 16 years Meatlovers and Vegetarians know Big Daddy's Burritos makes the tastiest burritos.
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353 Commercial Street
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Fresh ingredients with vegetarian & healthy choices at reasonable prices. Fast, yes - fried, NO! Quality, yes - expensive, NO! Creative, yes - trendy, NO!
23 Bubala’s by the Bay 183 Commercial Street Cafe Edwige 333 Commercial Street 7 Central House at the Crown 247 Commercial Street Ciro & Sal’s 4 Kiley Court Connie's Provincetown 205 Commercial Street Dalla Cucina 404 Commercial Street Devon’s 401 1/2 Commercial Street 9 Enzo Restaurant & Grotta Bar 186 Commercial Street Fanizzi’s By The Sea 539 Commercial Street Front Street Restaurant 230 Commercial Street George's Pizza 275 Commercial Street Governor Bradford Restaurant 312 Commercial Street Jimmy’s Hideaway 179 Commercial Street John Dough 258 Commercial Street 24 Johnny Thai Bistro 149 Commercial Street 25 Lobster Pot Restaurant, The 321 Commercial Street Mews Restaurant & Café, The 429 Commercial Street Michael Shay’s 350 Bradford Street Napi’s Restaurant 7 Freeman Street 26 Ono Caffeine Bar 148 Commercial Street Patio American Grill & Blue Bar 328 Commercial Street Post Office Café & Cabaret 303 Commercial Street Provincetown House of Pizza 50 Bradford Street Provincetown Portuguese Bakery 299 Commercial Street 12 Red Inn, The 15 Commercial Street Ross’ Grill 237 Commercial Street (Whalers Wharf, 2nd Fl) Saki 258 Commercial Street Sal’s Place 99 Commercial Street 27 Spiritus Pizza 190 Commercial Street The Pointe 82 Bradford Street Twist’d Sister’s 293 Commercial Street Victor’s 175 Bradford Street Ext. Vorelli’s Restaurant 226 Commercial Street WayDowntown 265 Commercial Street 10 Whaler Lounge at Harbor Hotel 698 Commercial Street
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RESOURCES Helping Our Women www.helpingourwomen.org 28 Outer Cape Health Services 49 Harry Kemp Way Pilgrim Bark Park provincetowndogpark.org 29 Provincetown Business Guild www.ptown.org 30 Provincetown Chamber of Commerce 307 Commercial St Provincetown.com Unitarian Universalist Meeting House 236 Commercial Street
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508-487-4357 508-487-9395 508-487-1325 800-637-8696 508-487-3424 508-487-7733 508-487-9344
SHOPPING & SERVICES Adult Entertainment / Products Toys of Eros
200 Commercial Street
508-487-0056
Antiques / Collectibles Scott Dinsmore Antiques & Jewelry 179 Commercial Street Yesterday's Treasures 176 Commercial Street
508-487-2236 508-487-5920
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Albert Merola Gallery 424 Commercial Street Alice Brock Studio & Gallery 69 Commercial Street Bowersock Gallery 373 Commercial Street Charles-Baltivik Gallery & Sculpture Garden 432 Commercial St Esmond-Wright Gallery 384 Commercial Street Helltown Workshop 237 Commercial St., 2nd Flr Hudson D. Walker Fine Art Gallery 24 Pearl Street Hutson Gallery 432 Commercial Street Julie Heller Gallery 2 Gosnold Street Lovinger Gallery 427 Commercial Street Lyman-Eyer Gallery 432 Commercial Street Rice / Polak Gallery 430 Commercial Street Sarah Jessica Fine Arts 342 Commercial Street Cortile Gallery 230 Commercial Street
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Attractions for a full list of attractions see page 29
Dolphin Fleet of Provincetown MacMillan Pier Pilgrim Monument & Provincetown Museum High Pole Hill Provincetown Art Association & Museum 460 Commercial St
800-826-9300 508-487-1310 508-487-1750
Bicycle Sales / Rentals 31 Arnold's Bike Shop 329 Commercial Street 508-487-0844 Gale Force Beach Market & Bike Rentals 144 Bradford St. Ext. 508-487-4849 Ptown Bikes 42 Bradford Street 508-487-8735
Bookstores Womencrafts
376 Commercial Street
508-487-2501
Car Service / Limousines
SHOPPING & SERVICES
Mercedes Cab
35 Alden Street
508-487-3333
227 Commercial Street
508-413-9096
170 B Commercial Street 141 Commercial Street 210 Commercial Street
941-993-2709 508-487-4900 508-487-6215
379 Commercial Street
508-487-0017
334 Commercial Street 353 Commercial Street
508-487-9100 508-487-7465
Cards & Gifts 32 Little Red, The
Clothing Bravo MAP Henry & Company
Coffee Shops Wired Puppy
Confections Purple Feather Cafe & Treatery 33 Scottcakes
Local legend Scott serves up his iconic pink buttercream cupcakes. Come taste what all the talk is about!
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Convenience Store 32 Little Red, The
227 Commercial Street
508-413-9096
Delicatessens / Specialty Foods 22 Box Lunch
353 Commercial Street
508-487-6026
86 Harry Kemp Way
508-487-9936
336 Commercial Street
508-487-6424
Dentist Dr. Cheryl Andrews
Event / Function Space Sage Inn & Lounge
Events for a full list of events see page 28 Provincetown International Film Festival
ptownfilmfest.org
508-487-FILM
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Bradford Natural Market Far Land Provisions Provincetown General Store Relish
141 Bradford Street 150 Bradford Street 147 Commercial Street 93 Commercial Street
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SHOPPING & SERVICES CONTINUED... Hair Salons / Barbershops / Hair Stylists 34 West End Salon & Spa 155 Commercial Street Jonathan Williams Salon & Spa 139A Bradford Street Snip Salon 182 Commercial Street
508-487-1872 508-487-0422 508-487-3500
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Health / Beauty Melt
199 Commercial Street
508-413-3632
Health Clubs / Gyms / Exercise & Fitness Herring Cove Village & Tennis 21 Bradford Street Ext. Mussel Beach Health Club 35 Bradford Street Provincetown Gym & Fitness Center 81 Shank Painter Rd
508-487-9512 508-487-0001 508-487-2776
Health Spas / Manicure / Pedicure skoah 34 West End Salon & Spa
641A Tremont Street 155 Commercial Street
617-528-8888 508-487-1872
Home Accessories / Home Decor Chadington's of Provincetown 240 Commercial Street Roots for the Home and Garden 193 Commercial Street
508-487-0040 508-487-2500
Internet Cafes Joe Coffee & Café 26 Ono Caffeine Bar Wired Puppy
170 Commercial Street 148 Commercial Street 379 Commercial Street
508-487 6656 508-413-9535 508-487-0017
167 Commercial Street
508-487-9522
317 Commercial Street
508-487-9046
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Jewelry / Jewelers Ruby's Fine Jewelry
Leather Goods Hersheldon's Leather
Massage / Massage Therapists Land’s End Massage Wonderful Hands
374 Commercial Street 210 Commercial Street
508-487-3494 508-487-0555
www.ptownerrands.com
774-353-8356
167 Commercial Street 14 Center Street
888-782-2267 508-487-1000
139 Commercial Street 154 Commercial Street 406 Commercial Street
508-487-1397 800-838-4005 508-487-9550
467 Commercial Street 296 Commercial Street 214 Commercial Street Standish Street 362 Commercial Street 371 Commercial Street 205 Commercial Street 209 Commercial Street 381 Commercial Street 141 Commercial Street 210 Commercial Street 220 Commercial Street
508-487-6666 508-487-9400 508-487-4256 508-413-9672 508-487-3040 508-487-2992 508-487-7736 508-487-5141 508-487-0714 508-487-4900 508-487-2850 508-487-6355
14 Johnson Street 82 Bradford Street
508-487-4242 508-487-3583
14 Center Street 377 Commercial Street
508-487-3820 508-487-2057
Professional Services Ptown Errands
Publications Provincetown Banner Provincetown Magazine
Real Estate Services Beachfront Realty Harborside Realty Pat Shultz Assoc. Real Estate
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Shopping Angel Foods Body Body D. Flax, Inc. 35 EARTH Essentials Go Fish HRC Action Center/Store Item KidStuff Map Provincetown Fudge Factory WA
Spa / Sauna / Massage Namaste Spa (at Carpe Diem) Shui Spa
Specialty Shops Ruthie's Boutique Silk & Feathers
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Sporting Goods / Rentals 36 Venture Athletics Kayak Shop 237 Commercial Street, Whaler's Wharf
508-487-9442
Tattoos / Piercings Coastline Tattoo Mooncusser Tattoo
290A Commercial Street 3 Standish Street
508-487-2012 508-487-7769
Theater / Performing Arts Provincetown Theater
238 Bradford Street
508-487-7487
Transportation Services 37 Bay State Cruise Company Macmillan Wharf 617-748-1428 Cape Cab / Funkmobile Transportation Service 35 Alden Street 508-487-2222
Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing 38 Art’s Dune Tours, Inc.
4 Standish Street
508-487-1950
1 Tremont Street 38 Conwell Street
508-487-0140 508-487-0700
Wine & Spirits Perry’s Wine & Liquor Yardarm Liquors
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Arnold's Bike Shop Little Red, The Scottcakes West End Salon & Spa Ono Caffeine Bar EARTH Venture Athletics Kayak Shop Bay State Cruise Company Art’s Dune Tours, Inc.
Bayside Betsy’s Restaurant Big Daddy’s Burritos Box Lunch Bubala’s by the Bay Central House at the Crown Enzo Restaurant & Grotta Bar Johnny Thai Bistro Lobster Pot Restaurant, The Ono Caffeine Bar Red Inn, The Spiritus Pizza Whaler Lounge at Harbor Hotel Bubala’s by the Bay Cabaret, The (at the Crown) Enzo Grotta Bar Mixers Cocktails (at Bayside Betsy’s) Monkey Bar Paramount (at the Crown) The Vault (at the Crown) WAVE Video Bar (at the Crown) Whaler Lounge at Harbor Hotel
RESOURCES 28 Outer Cape Health Services 29 Provincetown Business Guild 30 Ptown Chamber of Commerce
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Events ONGOING
Carnival Week & Parade August 18th - 24th, 2013 508-487-2313, www.ptown.org Can’t Stop the Music Carnival features a week-long schedule of fabulous events and entertainment for you.
Farmers Market May 19th - November 17th, 2012 Saturdays 11am-4pm on Ryder Street
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June 17th - October 14th, 2012 Unitarian Universalist Meeting House www.ptownmusic.com
SEP The Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta Race
JUN Helping Our Women: By the Sea Bike Trek Previously June 2nd, 2012 [2013 date TBA] www.helpingourwomen.org Spend the day pedaling 10, 20 or 30 miles through the beautiful seacoast communities of outer Cape Cod, Massachusetts, while raising critical funds to assist women with chronic and life threatening illness on the outer Cape.
Provincetown Heritage Day Previously June 14th - 15th, 2012 [2013 dates TBA]
September 1st - 7th, 2012 www.provincetownschoonerrace.com Great and modern vessels make for a week of fun and lively competition. Recognized as one of the top historical sailing events in the US.
Provincetown Harbor Swim for Life & Paddler Flotilla September 8th, 2012 www.swim4life.org Swimmers and paddlers will swim or paddle from Long Point to the Boatslip. Raising money for local charities.
Castle Hill “Paints the Town”
At the Provincetown Library www.ptownlib.com
Provincetown Int’l Film Festival
Previously June 14th - 15th, 2012 [2013 dates TBA]
www.ptownfilmfest.org Bask in the beauty of Cape Cod for five relaxing summer days of original and independent filmmaking of what makes Provincetown famous: artistic adventure, intriguing entertainment, and a fun, friendly social scene.
Provincetown Portuguese Festival
September 7th, 2012 www.castlehill.org Throughout a four-hour cruise artists and visitors are invited to participate in painting the skyline of Provincetown from a whale watch boat during the Great Provincetown Schooner Regatta.
Gay Pilots Assoc. “Cape Cod Classic” September 14th - 16th, 2012 www.ngpa.org
Tennessee Williams Theater Festival
September 20th - 23rd, 2012 www.twptown.org
June 26th - 30th, 2013 508-246-9080 provincetownportuguesefestival.com
Mates Leather Weekend
September 27th - 30th, 2012 www.matesleatherweekend.com
JUL Ptown 4th of July Celebration
Harbor to the Bay
July 2013 dates TBA www.onlyatthecrown.com
September 15th, 2012 www.harbortothebay.org A one day bike ride from Boston to Provincetown that improves community awareness and care for people living with HIV and AIDS.
Bear Week in Provincetown
July 13th - 21st, 2013 news-subscribe@ptownbears.org www.ptownbears.org
IWFFA Kate Clinton’s Classic Women’s Flag Football Tournament
Girl Splash
Previously July 17th - 21st, 2012
September 15th - 16th, 2012 www.iwffa.com
[2013 dates TBA]
www.girl-splash.com
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PAAM 6th Annual Benefit Gala
Annual Family Pride Week
October 6th, 2012 www.paam.org
August 3rd - 10th, 2013 617-502-8700 www.familyequality.org
Women’s Week
Pan-Massachusetts Challenge
Previously August 3rd - 4th, 2013 panmass@pmc.org - 1 800 we cycle www.pmc.org The Pan-Massachusetts Challenge raises money for life-saving cancer research and treatment at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute through an annual bike-a-thon that crosses the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Drag Kickball Benefit Castle Hill Silent & Live Auctions
[2013 dates TBA]
www.castlehill.org A great opportunity to bid on/purchase art by widely recognized historical and contemporary artists, as well as a great party on Castle Hill’s deck.
[2013 dates TBA]
Provincetown Jazz Festival
August 17th & 19th, 2013 508-274-2513 www.provincetownjazzfestival.org The only 3 day Jazz Festival on Cape Cod!
Provincetown Dance Festival Previously October 21st - 22nd, 2011
Provincetown Round Up
Previously August 11th, 2012
www.paam.org
October 14th - 21st, 2012 www.fantasiafair.org Fantasia Fair is a week-long transgender event that attracts people from the entire range of the GLBT community.
www.castlehill.org The Cape’s only annual dance event.
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Blue Door Chamber Music Concert
Fantasia Fair
[2012 & 2013 dates TBA]
Previously August 8th, 2012
Previously August 9th, 23rd & 30th, ‘12
October 8th - 14th, 2012 www.womeninnkeepers.com
October 17th - 21st, 2012 www.provincetownroundup.org
Halloween Weekend
October 26th - 28th, 2012 www.ptown.org
NOV - DEC Holly Folly November 30th - December 2, 2012 www.ptown.org A Provincetown holiday tradition and great way to experience the beauty of winter in New England.
Provincetown New Year’s Eve December 30th, ‘12 - January 1st, ‘13 www.ptown.org
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Attractions Art's Dune Tours
Pilgrim Monument
4 Standish Street, Provincetown, MA 508-487-1950 Take a tour of the historic sand dunes on the Provincetown Cape Cod National Seashore protected lands. We offer a wide variety of tours to suit everyone's needs. Our tours are perfect for people of all ages. Tours depart daily from the center of town. Call or stop by to reserve your next trip. “Best and most reasonably priced P-Town... Art's Dune tours is possibly the best and most beautiful deal in town.”
Cape Cod National Seashore Spanning over 40 miles down Cape Cod, the National Seashore is composed of 6 beaches as well as marshes, ponds and glacial uplands. Explore this vast stretch and catch a glimpse of Cape Cod's past. Visit lighthouses, photograph fantastic landscapes and stumble upon wild cranberry bogs. Ranger-guided activities are available throughout the year.
Herring Cove Tennis Club 21 Bradford Street Extension Provincetown, MA 508-487-9512 No.1 Red Clay Tennis Courts on Cape Cod! 5 Red Clay Courts, Matching Service, Matching Players of all Levels, Lessons, Pro Shop, Tennis Pro, Reservation Service.
Dolphin Fleet Whale Watch of Provincetown 307 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA 800-826-9300 Each Dolphin Fleet vessel is specifically designed for whale watching and comfort. Designed by GulfCraft, each vessel is built of aluminum with a double chine for added stability, and is powered by 3 Detroit 1271TI diesel engines. There is a sundeck on the second level and a walk out platform for viewing on the bow. There are no open rails on the boat, so you’re in the boat, not on it, with ample seating on both upper and lower decks. The interior cabin has seating for over 100 passengers and the cabin is centrally heated and air-cooled. We limit the number of passengers we carry in an earnest attempt to make each trip satisfying and comfortable. Our vessels are clean and our restrooms are spotless.
Herring Cove For a bit more adventure head over to Herring Cove and say goodbye to tan lines. The “nude” (not quite legal but commonly practiced, so be careful) beach of Provincetown lies on the opposite side of the cape from Race Point affording visitors warmer waters and less winds, there's even a high tide lake. Traditionally the right hand side of the beach is considered more family oriented, while the left is more gay-friendly.
High Pole Hill Road, Provincetown Completed in 1910, the Pilgrim Monument was erected in commemoration of the Mayflower’s first landing in the New World. The largest of all the granite structures in America, the Pilgrim Monument rewards visitors brave enough to make the climb to the top with unbeatable views of sand & sea.
Provincetown Repertory Theatre 238 Bradford Street, Provincetown 508-487-9793 The company’s goal is to produce works historically linked to Provincetown - new plays and contemporary classics to entertain and engage Cape Cod audiences. From presenting the plays of contemporary playwrights Joe Pintauro, Edward Albee and Terrence McNally, to engaging the award-winning director Jose Quintero to direct the plays of Eugene O’Neill, The REP is a shining example of regional theater.
Provincetown Trolley Inc. 37 Court Street, Provincetown, MA 508-487-9483 Provincetown Trolley will take you on a 40minute narrated tour of Provincetown, the first landing place of the Pilgrims. You will travel Commercial Street. You'll see the art district, hundreds of boutiques, and beautiful Cape Cod homes. See panoramic views of Provincetown Harbor(the 2nd largest natural harbor in the world), Cape Cod Bay, and magnificent Atlantic Ocean. You will go through the 4,000 acre National Seashore Park. The expert narration includes such subjects as the first landing place of the pilgrims, the "graveyard of the Atlantic", the Pilgrim Memorial Monument and Museum, playwright Eugene O'Neill, the oldest home in Provincetown, constructed with timbers from shipwrecks (c.1746). You will hear about Provincetown's first visitor in 1004, and much more. The Narration covers the past to the present with over 20 points of interest.
Race Point Beach You'll feel as if you've reached the end of the world here at Race Point Beach, where the Cape Cod Bay waters meet wild Atlantic Ocean waves to create a roiling surge called "The Race." The perfect spot for fun in the sun, this beach at the tip of the cape is often windy but full of breathtaking views. Sweeping over 8 miles, keep your eye on the sea and you just might spot a whale.
Viking Princess Harbor Cruises of Provincetown MacMillan Pier - Slip 6W Provincetown, MA 508-487-7323 Critter Cruises, Sunset Lighthouse Cruises, Pirate Fun Cruises, Live Music Cruises, private charter cruises, and more.
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NIGHTLIFE FEATURED NIGHTLIFE 23 Bubala’s by the Bay
508-487-0773
183-185 Commercial Street / West End www.bubalas.com 11 AM - 1AM A buzzing bistro known for fantastic food made with quality ingredients in a fun atmosphere. TAGS: harbor views, outdoor heated patio, indoor dinning room & bar, free on-site parking
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Enzo Grotta Bar at Enzo’s Guesthouse
508-487-7555
186 Commercial Street www.enzolives.com Noon - 1AM Casual with a speak-easy feel. Looking for something different? Come to the GROTTA BAR! TAGS: live entertainment, bands, djs, 46-inch plasma TV, sports, fireplace, pinball, juke box
20 Mixers Cocktails at Bayside Betsy’s
508-487-6566
177 Commercial Street / West End baysidebetsys.com/mixers.html 11AM - 1AM
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Adjacent to Bayside Betsy's with over 4 pages of signature cocktails! Try one or try them all!
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Aqua Bar 207 Commercial Street Atlantic House 4-6 Masonic Place Black & White Bar (at WayDowntown) 265 Commercial St Bubala’s by the Bay 183-185 Commercial Street Buoy Bar (at the Boatslip Resort) 161 Commercial Street Cabaret, The (at the Crown) 247 Commercial Street Club Purgatory 9-11 Carver Street Enzo Grotta Bar 186 Commercial Street Little Bar 6 Masonic Place Mixers Cocktails (at Bayside Betsy’s) 177 Commercial St Monkey Bar 149 Commercial Street Paramount (at the Crown) 247 Commercial Street PiedBar 193A Commercial Street Porchside Lounge (at Gifford House) 9-11 Carver Street Sage Lounge 336 Commercial Street Shipwreck Lounge 10 Carver Street Vault (at the Crown) 247 Commercial Street Wave Video Bar (at the Crown) 247 Commercial Street Whaler Lounge (at Harbor Hotel) 698 Commercial Street
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508-487-2879
149 Commercial Street / West End facebook.com/Johnny-Thai-Bistro-The-Monkey Noon - 1AM The perfect place to hangout and enjoy some martinis with your friends. TAGS: casual, friendly, popular late night spot, TV’s, unique signature drinks...
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Paramount at the Crown
508-487-1430
247 Commercial Street www.onlyatthecrown.com/paramount/ Open till 1AM The largest waterfront club in Ptown, state of the art technology & an unrivaled int’l DJ Roster. TAGS: dancing, international film festival, guest DJs, new sound system
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Vault, The at the Crown
508-487-1430
247 Commercial Street www.onlyatthecrown.com/vault/ 9PM - 1AM Complete with a tire swing, pulsing music & boot black station, open all year & hosts a variety of events. TAGS: leather, bear, uniform, cruising, tire swing, music
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Wave Video Bar at the Crown
508-487-1430
247 Commercial Street www.onlyatthecrown.com/wave/ 11AM - 1AM The Wave is the place to party! Totally high energy with something happening every night of the week. TAGS: cocktails, frozen drinks, harbor view, music & videos, musical night, karaoke, no cover
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800-422-4224
698 Commercial Street www.harborhotelptown.com Open till 1AM Let us tempt you. We'll feed you delicious food in a unique setting. From delectable dishes to decadent desserts, we have everything for discriminating palates, or stop by for one of our signature drinks. TAGS: food, specialty cocktails, dessert wine, imported wine and beer
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Boston teeped in American history and home to many colleges and universities, Boston has a small town feel even though it's one of the biggest cities on the East Coast and the largest city in New England. With over 250,000 students in Boston and Cambridge alone, the city has earned its reputation as an intellectual center. Boston University, Northeastern University, Boston College, Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are just a small sample of the over 100 colleges and universities located in the Greater Boston Area. Boston is New England's transportation hub and home to the region's largest airport, Logan International Airport. There is also comprehensive rail service with three Amtrak stations. Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and Chicago lines originate at South Station and a second major station along the line is located in Back Bay. North Station, the city's third Amtrak station, is home to Amtrak's DownEaster service to Maine. Boston is a walking city, it’s downtown area is compact and has an organic street structure, while other areas of the city follow a grid. Boston is easy to navigate via public transit and is home to the country's oldest underground rapid transit system known as the "T". Sophisticated and cosmopolitan, a visible & energetic gay population calls Boston home. The South End is Boston's most discernable gay neighborhood. The area's main thoroughfare, Tremont Street, has developed into a trendy shopping and entertainment district and is home to a few of the city's gay bars. The downtown historical district boasts the popular Freedom Trail, Bunker Hill Monument, Faneuil Hall and Boston Common. Cambridge, across the Charles River from Boston, is home to Harvard University and MIT. There are many gayfriendly businesses, restaurants and a gay club, Paradise located there.
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Greetings... from the President & CEO There are many firsts in Boston, the nation’s first Public School, first Public Park, and first Subway to name a few. Boston is proud to be the capital of the first state in the country to recognize same-sex marriages and the host of one of the oldest Gay Pride Parades in the nation, with a week-long Festival every June. This beautiful coastal city boasts one of the largest LGBT populations on the East Coast with neighborhoods like Cambridge, the South End and Jamaica Plain being well known as LGBT communities. In recent years one would be hard pressed not to find a rainbow flag proudly displayed in just about any neighborhood in the city. With one of the largest student populations in the world and an innovative local economy, youth-centric culture and energy combines with centuries of sophistication in this thriving modern city. Not only is there fabulous dining, shopping, museums, art and theatre, we also offer a wide range of entertainment and activities with a distinctly Boston flair. You’ll find complete details on www.BostonUSA.com. We hope that you enjoy your stay in Boston and we look forward to welcoming you back again and again! Sincerely,
Patrick B. Moscaritolo President & CEO, Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 463 Beacon Street Guest House
617-536-1302
463 Beacon Street www.463beacon.com Located in Boston’s Historic Back Bay, this elegant, Turn-of-the Century Brownstone Style building includes today’s amenities while preserving its notable architectural detail. We offer nightly and weekly accommodations in a variety of room styles and sizes, from $79 - $179 Nightly. Each room offers free local calling, cable TV, microwave and refrigerator, free WiFi, and most with private baths. Conveniently located near Fenway Park, The Prudential Center, Hynes Convention Center, Universities and Hospitals, and a short distance to Cambridge.
2 Holiday Inn Express Downtown Boston
617-720-5544
280 Friend Street www.hiexboston.com The hotel is located across from North Station and the TD Bank Garden making it the closest hotel to the Garden, home to both the Boston Celtics and the Bruins. Boston is a walking city and the hotel is central to all the historic neighborhoods and attractions you want to visit. Free hot breakfast and Wifi, Business Center and Exercise Room.
3 Hyatt Regency Boston
617-912-1234
One Avenue de Lafayette www.hyattregencyboston.com
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Centrally located in the heart of the theatre district, this LGBT friendly hotel places you walking distance to Newbury Street shopping, nightlife in the South End, theatres, historic sites and much more. Enjoy the 24-hour fitness center, 52-foot indoor pool, sundeck, saunas and a Eucalyptus steam room. The best of Boston, just steps away. Hyatt Regency Boston. You’re More Than Welcome.
4 Midtown Hotel
617-262-1000
220 Huntington Avenue www.midtownhotel.com The Midtown Hotel blends comfort and convenience with affordability. With Boston at your door step, this moderately priced hotel is nestled in the heart of Boston's Back Bay, just steps away from Symphony Hall, The Prudential Center, The Christian Science Center and Copley Place. The Prudential, Symphony Hall and Mass Ave. subway stations provide easy access to the rest of Boston & Cambridge.
TAG APPROVED ACCOMMODATIONS Back Bay Hotel, The 350 Stuart Street Boston Harbor Hotel 70 Rowes Wharf Boston Marriott Copley Place 110 Huntington Avenue Boston Marriott Newton 2345 Commonwealth Avenue Charles Hotel, The 1 Bennett Street Colonnade Hotel Boston 120 Huntington Avenue DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston-Downtown 821 Washington St Fifteen Beacon Hotel 15 Beacon Street Hilton Boston Downtown / Financial District 89 Broad Street Holiday Inn Express Boston & Suites - Boston Garden 280 Friend St Hotel Indigo Boston - Newton Riverside 399 Grove Street Hyatt Regency Cambridge 575 Memorial Drive Marlowe, a Kimpton Hotel 25 Edwin Land Boulevard Nine Zero, a Kimpton Hotel 90 Tremont Street Oasis Guest House / Boston 22 Edgerly Road Onyx, a Kimpton Hotel 155 Portland Street Red Roof Inn Boston - Logan 920 Broadway Royal Sonesta Hotel Boston 40 Edwin Land Boulevard Seaport Boston Hotel One Seaport Lane Westin Boston Waterfront, The 425 Summer Street W Boston Hotel & Residences 100 Stuart Street
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DINING 28 Degrees 1 Appleton Street Alley, The 14 Pi Alley BarLola Tapas Lounge 160 Commonwealth Avenue Berkeley Perk Cafe 69 Berkeley Street Club Cafe 209 Columbus Avenue dbar 1236 Dorchester Avenue Franklin Cafe 278 Shawmut Avenue 5 Geoffrey's Café & Bar 142 Berkeley Street Giorgiana's 532 Tremont Street Hobo’s Cafe & Lounge 5 Broadway, Salisbury Beach, MA Le Zygomates 129 South Street Legal Seafoods 100 Huntington Avenue Metropolis Café 584 Tremont Street Pops 560 Tremont Street
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Edge 398 Columbus Avenue#353 Greater Boston Business Council www.gbbc.org Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (GBCVB) www.bostonusa.com Male Center, The 571 Columbus Avenue
617-378-8295 866-594-4222 617-536-4100 617-450-1987
SHOPPING & SERVICES Adult Entertainment / Products Calamus Bookstore
92 South Street
617-338-1931
460 Harrison Avenue 433 Harrison Avenue 38 Newbury Street 358 Huron Avenue 171 Newbury Street 38 Newbury Street
617-262-0550 617-670-1568 617-266-3321 617-876-2109 617-267-9473 617-267-9473
Art Galleries Howard Yezerski Gallery Laconia Gallery Martha Richardson Fine Art Mobilia Gallery Pucker Gallery Robert Klein Gallery
Attractions for a full list of attractions see page 45
Boston Center For The Arts 539 Tremont Street 7 Boston Duck Tours 4 Copley Place Boston Gay Men's Chorus 95 Barkeley Street CityPASS www.citypass.com Fenway Park 4 Yawkey Way John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library Columbia Point Museum of Fine Arts Boston 465 Huntington Avenue New England Aquarium, The Central Wharf USS Constitution Museum Charlestown Navy Yard Zoo New England 1 Franklin Park Road
617-426-7700 617-450-0068 617-542-7464 888-330-5008 617-226-6000 617-514-1600 617-267-9300 617-973-5206 617-268-5744 617-541-5466
Clothing Motley Uniform
623 Tremont Street 511 Tremont Street
617-247-6969 617-247-2360
Events for a full list of events see page 46
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SHOPPING & SERVICES CONTINUED... Hair Salons / Barbershops Berkeley Barber Shop Liquid Hair Studios
86 Berkeley Street 640 Tremont Street
617-338-9641 617-425-4848
Health Spas / Manicure / Pedicure étant
524 Tremont Street
617-423-5040
557 Tremont Street
617-437-1970
92 South Street
617-426-2120
1340 Boylston Street
617-267-0900
Home Decor and Gifts Posh on Tremont
Leather Goods Marquis Leathers
Medical Services Fenway Health Center
Pharmacies / Health & Beauty Tremont Drug
610 Tremont Street
617-262-3389
bostonspiritmagazine.com
781-223-8538
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617-426-8333
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617-423-5040
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617-391-0897
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617-572-3636
Publications Boston Spirit Magazine
Real Estate Services William Raveis
Shopping Boomerangs South End Athletic Company Uniform
Spa / Sauna / Massage Etant
Sporting Goods South End Athletic Company
Tanning Salons Solé Tanning
Theater / Performing Arts Charles Playhouse
74 Warrenton Street
617-426-6912
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Amtrak - Back Bay Station www.amtrak.com Amtrak - North Station www.amtrak.com Amtrak - South Station www.amtrak.com Bay State Cruise Company 200 Seaport Boulevard Boston Harbor Cruises 1 Long Wharf Lucky Star Bus 700 Atlantic Avenue Plymouth & Brockton Railway Company www.p-b.com
800-USA-RAIL 800-USA-RAIL 800-USA-RAIL 617-748-1428 877-733-9425 888-881-0887 508-746-0378
Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing 5 Star Travel Services 495 Columbus Avenue 7 Boston Duck Tours 4 Copley Place Cape Air / Nantucket Airlines 660 Barnstable Road Ghost & Gravestones of Boston Tour 380 Dorchester Avenue Old Town Trolley Tours Boston/Cambridge 380 Dorchester Ave
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57 Stuart Street
617-338-1252
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617-536-5545
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Attractions Boston Duck Tours 4 Copley Place, Suite 4155 617-267-3825, bostonducktours.com You've never toured Boston in anything that comes close to Boston Duck Tours. The fun begins as soon as you board your "DUCK", a W.W.II style amphibious landing vehicle. You'll cruise by all the places that make Boston the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts, from the golden-domed State House to Bunker Hill and Boston Common, passing through Copley Square to the Big Dig, Government Center and on to fashionable Newbury Street, Quincy Market, the Prudential Tower, and more. Plus, just when you think you've seen it all, there's more! It's time for "Splashdown" as your DUCK splashes right into the Charles River for a breathtaking view of the Boston and Cambridge skylines, the kind of view you just won't get anywhere else. So take the ride of your life. Hop on a Boston Duck Tour!
Boston Gay Men’s Chorus Jordan Hall / Cutler Majestic Theatre / Symphony Hall 617-542-7464, www.bgmc.org The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus is one of New England’s largest and most successful community-based choruses. The 175-voice ensemble is celebrated for its outstanding musicianship, creative programming, and groundbreaking community outreach. The BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music with excellence and builds bridges to all people by providing a positive, affirming image of the gay and lesbian community.
Boston Harbor Cruises 1 Long Wharf 877-733-9425 www.bostonharborcruises.com History, character, sites, stories and more – Boston has it all. And Boston Harbor Cruises can show you this captivating city like no one else can. Whether you're visiting Boston for the first time, or a long time resident looking for a quick and relaxing getaway close to home, our sightseeing cruises are not only fun, but you'll learn a few things too. And with four different sightseeing cruises to choose from, we are sure to have a tour that's right for you.
Harvard Museum of Natural History 26 Oxford St., Cambridge 617-495-3045, hmnh.harvard.edu Come face to face with one of the first Triceratops ever discovered, admire a 1,642 pound amethyst, and wander through a "garden" of Glass Flowers. Presenting the collections and research of Harvard's natural history institutions, the Harvard Museum of Natural History is a fun learning experience for all ages. Admission to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology is included with your HMNH ticket - explore the archaeology and cultures of six continents. Explorers Welcome!
J.F.K. Presidential Library & Museum Columbia Point, off I-93 866-JFK-1960, www.jfklibrary.org At the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum, step back into the re-created world of the early 1960s and experience first-hand the life and legacy of John and Jacqueline Kennedy through 25 exhibits, 3 theaters and 20 video presentations. Designed by I.M. Pei, the national memorial offers panoramic views of Boston's skyline and Harbor islands.
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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston 465 Huntington Avenue, Avenue of the Arts 617-267-9300, www.mfa.org Come to Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and see masterpieces from around the world and across the ages. At every turn, you'll find breathtaking works of art, from masters of American painting to icons of Impressionism, from exquisite Asian scrolls to ancient Egyptian mummies. There are thousands of reasons to visit MFA - come find yours.
Museum of Science Science Park on the Charles River 617-723-2500, www.mos.org With over 550 interactive exhibits, live animal shows, science demonstrations, ever-changing exhibits, the breathtaking Theater of Electricity, and more - science comes alive at the Museum of Science! Other features (requiring separate admission) include a brand new 3-D Theater and a Butterfly Garden, the Mugar Omni Theater-New England's only 180 degree IMAX® dome screen and the Charles Hayden Planetarium.
New England Aquarium Central Wharf off Atlantic Avenue near Faneuil Hall Marketplace 617-973-5200, www.neaq.org Step inside the New England Aquarium and Experience more than 70 exhibits, featuring animals from around the world. Stand in awe of the four-story, 200,000gallon Giant Ocean Tank, home to everything from sea turtles and sharks to tropical fish. Cradle a sea star, horseshoe crab or sea urchin at the Edge of the Sea Tidepool. Or experience an unforgettable IMAX® 3D film* on Boston's largest screen. *IMAX not included with CityPass admission.
RevolutionaryBostonSM at The Old State House 206 Washington St., (at Washington and State streets, near Faneuil Hall) 617-720-1713 www.bostonhistory.org Known today as the Old State House, this building was the center of Boston ’s civic life in the 18th century and the scene of some of the most dramatic chapters in the lead-up to the American Revolution. Within these walls, Samuel Adams, James Otis, John Hancock, and John Adams debated the future of the British colonies. Just outside the building, five men were among the first casualties of the battle for independence, in what would later be known as the Boston Massacre. The Declaration of Independence was proclaimed from the balcony to the citizens of Boston in 1776.
Skywalk Observatory Prudential Center, 800 Boylston Street 617-859-0648 prudentialcenter.com/play/skywalk.html The Skywalk Observatory is Boston and New England's tallest and only observatory. It offers breathtaking views of the city and beyond, as well as Antenna Audio Tour, Dreams of Freedom Immigration Museum, theatre and gift shop. Interactive audiovisual exhibits showcase the sights and sounds of the city and chronicle 350 years of Boston's fascinating culture and history.
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Mr. Boston Leather Contest September 7th - 8th, 2012 Location: The Ramrod, Boston, MA www.ramrod-boston.com Ramrod Boston will hosts the largest celebration of the leather community in New England. On the first day there will be a Meet and Greet with the contestants and judges as well as a raffle and other fundraising. With the contest held the following day. The winner of the Mr. Boston Leather contest will receive a leather sash to wear during his title year and he represents the region at the annual International Mr. Leather contest.
Harbor to the Bay September 15th, 2012 www.harbortothebay.org HARBOR TO THE BAY is a one day bike ride from Boston to Provincetown that improves community awareness and care for people living with HIV and AIDS. Our mission is to give 100% of what we raise to our beneficiaries! No politics, no elaborate production -- just a dedicated group of individuals who want to ride and make a difference in our community.
Boston Film Festival September 20th – 24th, 2012 www.bostonfilmfestival.org The BFF will run at the Stuart Street Playhouse in the heart of Boston's theater district. The program will showcase a combination of feature films, documentaries, and shorts. The Boston Film Festival has a rich history of premiering some of Hollywood's top films as well as honoring renowned filmmakers and actors. Several awards are presented including a new category for Editing.
Latin@ Pride September 23rd - 29th, 2012 www.bostonpride.org/latinopride Our goal is to create a welcoming, supportive, inclusive environment for Latin@ LGBT people to gather, thrive, network and forge community connections.
OCT InterPride 2012 October 3rd - 7th, 2012 www.interpride2012.org InterPride 2012 is the Annual World Conference of InterPride, hosted by Boston Pride, in Boston, MA. The conference will celebrate the 30th anniversary of InterPride, in the place where it all began!
Head of the Charles Regatta October 20th – 21st, 2012 www.hocr.org Located near Harvard's Weld Boathouse between the Weeks and Lars Anderson Bridges, the Weld Exhibition is one of the Regatta's liveliest sites. Official Head Of The Charles sponsors line the banks, offering delicious local flavors and free samples. Purchase your official Regatta Programs and Merchandise and check out up-to-date race results.
Beyond The Stage - Premiere Benefit for True Colors OUT Youth Theater November 15th, 2012 (6pm-8pm) www.thetheateroffensive.org
JAN Boston Wine Expo January 16th – 17th, 2013 www.wine-expos.com No other event in New England, or the whole country for that matter, offers as wide a variety of wines to tantalize your palette. Over 450 wineries from around the globe pour over 1,800 wines for you to sample. It’s simply the biggest and the best!
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MAY Gay & Lesbian Film Festival Previously May 3rd -13th, 2012 Official 2013 dates TBA www.bostonlgbtfilmfest.org The Boston LGBT Film Festival is the longest running and largest LGBT media event in New England. The Boston LGBT Film Festival celebrates, displays and distributes work by and for LGBT media makers – work that enertains, enriches and enlightens all audiences in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied communities. The annual Festival screenings showcase international, US, and local film, video, and other media, fostering a greater sense of awareness and community among LGBT and LGBTfriendly audiences. With its Young LGBT Filmmakers program, the Festival provides education, outreach and exposure for emerging fillmmakers.
JUN Boston Pride Previously June 1st - 12th, 2012 Official 2013 dates TBA www.bostonpride.org For over 37 years Boston Pride has organized a week of Pride events, including the week-topping Parade and Festival. And the Boston community has plenty to be proud of! Boston host the largest Pride celebration in New England with over 1 million participants!
JUL Boston Harborfest July 2nd - 7th, 2013 All main & daily events take place in and around Boston's City Hall www.bostonharborfest.com Boston Harborfest is a Fourth of July Festival that showcases the colonial and maritime heritage of the cradle of the American Revolution: the historic City of Boston. The award-winning festival strives to honor and remember the past, celebrate the present, and educate the future with reenactments, concerts, historical tours and much, much more. Over 200 Daily Events during the Festival are concentrated in Boston's historic downtown and waterfront districts, with sponsored Main Events on Boston's City Hall Plaza.
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Providence
Welcome... from the PWCVB
rovidence is a very small city in a very small state. Perhaps because of this, it has a distinct charm few other state capitals can claim. Much of the architecture is original eighteenth century and not many cities can boast so many sumptuous examples of Georgian grandeur. The neoclassical Rhode Island State House straddles downtown and Smith Hill and is one of the most prominent buildings in the city. Completed in 1904, it has one of the world’s largest self-supported marble domes. Constructed in the 1990s, Waterplace Park and the adjoining Riverwalk triggered considerable reinvestment in the city’s downtown. Now host to the city’s popular summer Waterfire event, Waterplace Park is a huge tourist draw. Branded as the “Creative Capital”, Providence is home to the Rhode Island School of Design, one of the nation’s finest art schools. Additionally, Providence is home to Brown University, Johnson & Wales University and Providence College. These universities, along with the State Government and several large hospitals and medical facilities comprise the leading sources of employment. Of political significance, former mayor David N. Cicilline was the first openly gay mayor of an American state capital. The city’s nightlife scene is lively with bars, pubs, dance clubs & restaurants sprinkled throughout the downtown core. Nearby Navy installations add sailors to a unique mix of patrons that also include students, artists and professionals.
Greetings and welcome to Providence, Rhode Island. It is my hope you find the city friendly, the nightlife enjoyable and the dining delicious. From its founding some 376 years ago until present-day, our city has both preached and practiced a contagious “come-as-you-are” kind of character. This kind of openmindedness has led to world-renowned artistic creations such as WaterFire and generations of grant-winning geniuses at our internationally known academic institutions. Today, Providence remains at the forefront of a new kind of American city – diverse, sophisticated, accessible and intelligent. And the national media is taking notice. The New York Times recently described Providence as having “exceptional food, compelling art and architecture, a thriving gay scene and an inordinate number of very smart people,” all while remaining “unpretentious and affordable.” The city is also praised for its sizzling culinary scene, most recently being named the second best city for dining in America by the readers of Travel + Leisure. But perhaps the best part of Providence is its charmingly unique residents. We take pride in being a welcoming destination and the city’s convenient size is perfect for visits of all shapes and sizes. I am quite confident you will enjoy crafting your memorable experience in the “Creative Capital.” Sincerely,
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Hotel Providence
401-861-8000
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139 Mathewson Street www.hotelprovidence.com Hotel Providence is the only AAA 4-Diamond luxury boutique hotel in Providence. Located in the heart of the thriving arts, theater and entertainment district, we are a hotel with personality, sophistication, European flair and New England charm. Stay with us and experience our love for the arts and passion for personalized service. We all have a passion...discover yours at Hotel Providence!
TAG APPROVED ACCOMMODATIONS Providence Biltmore 11 Dorrance Street 800-294-7709 Providence Marriott Downtown One Orms Street 866-807-2171 Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel 5 Avenue of the Arts 866-630-0704
DINING Al Forno Angelo’s Civita Farnese Bacaro Restaurant Blue Grotto Café Nuovo Café Paragon/Viva Cafe Zog Caffé Dolce Vita Coffee Exchange Foo(d) at AS220 Geppetto’s Grilled Pizzeria Julian’s New Rivers Nicks on Broadway Olives Pakarang Restaurant Pizzico Ristorante Rue de L'Espoir Sakura Restaurant Taste of India Twist On Angell XO Café Zooma Trattoria
577 South Main Street 141 Atwells Avenue 262 South Water Street 210 Atwells Avenue 1 Citizens Plaza 234 Thayer Street 239 Wickendon Street 59 DePasquale Plaza 207 Wickenden 115 Empire Street 57 De Pasquale Square 318 Broadway 7 Steeple Street 259 Broadway 108 North Main Street 303 South Main Street 762 Hope Street 99 Hope Street 231 Wickenden Street 230 Wickendon Street 500 Angell Street 125 N. Main Street 245 Atwells Avenue
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OCT AIDS Walk Rhode Island
Waterfire at Waterplace Park www.waterfire.org WaterFire’s one hundred sparkling bonfires, the fragrant scent of aromatic wood smoke, the flickering firelight on the arched bridges, the silhouettes of the firetenders passing by the flames, the torch-lit vessels traveling down the river, and the enchanting music from around the world engage all the senses and emotions of those who stroll the paths of Waterplace Park. WaterFire has captured the imagination of over ten million visitors, bringing life to downtown, and revitalizing Rhode Island’s capital city.
October 23rd, 2012 State House Lawn aidsprojectri.org
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November 3rd, 2012 Rhode Island Convention Center www.beerfestamerica.com A sampling of numerious domestic and int’l brews with live music, food, & more!
Rhode Island Pride
Info Finder ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Hotel Providence
SHOPPING & SERVICES 2 Club Providence 3 Amtrak
June 15th, 2013 www.prideri.com Come celebrate your pride with the state of Rhode Island this June. This is an event full of fun not to be missed.
AUG Rhode Island Int’l Film Festival August 6th - 11th, 2013 www.film-festival.org A 6-day event beginning the second week in August; always starting on a Tuesday at various locations throughout the State of Rhode Island with premiere works in the capital city of Providence. This is the largest public film festival in New England and an Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences qualifying event.
Rhode Island Int’l Horror Film Fest October 25th – 28th, 2012 www.film-festival.org/Horror_ri.php An eerie-sistable salute to an often overlooked genre that will include numerous world premieres of shorts and features including the best of films submitted in competition from all over the globe.
NOV Great International Beer Festival
FEB RI Spring Flower & Garden Show February 21st – 24th, 2013 www.flowershow.com The Rhode Island Flower Show attracts more than 30,000 attendees annually, showcasing more than 30 garden displays and 250 larger-than-life garden marketplace vendors. See demonstrations and lectures, with an emphasis on organic gardening and bring the kids for some family fun. Children under five receive free admission. For almost two decades the Flower Show has been the beacon for early spring fun in Rhode Island.
Providence Attractions Bank of America City Center
The RISD Museum
2 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI 02903 401-331-5544, providenceskating.com Open Hours: 10am-10pm Mon-Fri; 11am-10pm Sat-Sun The Bank of America Skating Center has 14,000 square feet of skating space. Concession stands and skating rentals are available in the 3,500-square-foot pavilion. The rink also converts into a roller blade arena during the summer months.
Gallery Night Providence 1 Citizens Plaza, Providence, RI 02903 401-751-2628, www.gallerynight.info Hours: 5pm-9pm Gallery Night Providence is a free, funfilled introduction to Providence’s exciting art scene! On the third Thursday of the month, from March through November, nineteen of the city’s hot “art spots” open their doors inviting you to a visual arts party. Night Trolleys, accessed at 1 Citizens Plaza, take you on a tour of Providence. An on-board guide points out attractions as you ride.
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center & Zoo
Weekly GLBT Parties *Side Bar & Grill Indulge Thursdays
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1000 Elmwood Avenue 401-781-9450 or 401-785-3510 This elaborately landscaped 427-acre city park contains 7 lakes, the zoo and botanical center as well as the Roger Williams Park Museum of Natural History and Planetarium. Also on the property, you will find the Japanese Gardens and the Victorian Rose Gardens among other attractions for children and adults.
224 Benefit St., Providence, RI 02903 401-454-6500, www.risdmuseum.org Hours: 10am-5pm Tue-Sun; $8 The RISD Museum houses over 80,000 works of art, ranging from ancient Greek & Roman sculpture to French Impressionist paintings, from Chinese stone and terracotta sculpture to contemporary art in every medium, including textiles, ceramics, glass and furniture. The Museum’s collection is displayed in 45 galleries on 3 floors.
Trinity Repertory Theater 201 Washington St., Providence, RI Hours: 12pm-5pm, Tuesday-Friday www.trinityrep.com Trinity Repertory Company has been one of the most respected regional theaters in the country. Trinity Rep presents a balance of world premiere, contemporary, and classic works, including six subscription productions, and an annual production of A Christmas Carol.
Trolley Tours of Providence 11 Dorrance Street 401-421-3825, providencetrolleytours.com Trolley Tours of Providence offers a unique blend of entertainment and education as you relax aboard our classic red trolley.
Waterplace Park & Riverwalk Memorial Blvd., Providence, RI 02903 Open: Dawn-dusk daily This 4-acre park, with its adjoining cobblestone and brick river walks, is the jewel in the crown of refurbished downtown Providence.
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Welcome to Ogunquit
Greetings... from the Town of Ogunquit
ften misspelled & mispronounced, Ogunquit (Algonquit, Ogonquit) is the friendly little beach and artist colony that hovers on the southern coast of Maine. Ogunquit features one of the top rated beaches in the USA, and a picturesque walk called the Marginal Way. Ogunquit is only 4 square miles. There are two main sections: the village and Perkins Cove. Most gay nightlife, bed and breakfasts and inns are located in the village. Ogunquit is your vacation destination for every season! Spring: brings fresh flowers, Patriots Day celebrations, a challenging round of golf, fishing and hiking. In the evening, enjoy a specialty wine, dinner, or some musical entertainment at one of many fantastic area restaurants and then return to your room to soak in a hot tub or curl up by a crackling fire. Summer: walk on the pristine beach and see waves crashing into granite cliffs and evergreens rising above the birch trees along the Marginal Way. Ogunquit has long been a beautiful summer destination for visitors. Fall: brings the foliage, OgunquitFest, antiquing, and the opportunity for you and your pet to enjoy the beach and Marginal Way. Winter: brings Christmas By the Sea, Mardi Gras, ice skating, and the opportunity to pamper yourself with a spa treatment. Today, many travelers are finding that Ogunquit provides a wonderful year round vacation experience. Discover the charm of Ogunquit in all four seasons and see what you've been missing!
Whether it's a breathtaking view of the seascape, an image of a lobster boat passing through the hand-operated drawbridge in Perkins Cove, or one of Ogunquit's fragrant and meticulously manicured gardens... there's a potential postcard with every step. Ogunquit has everything for everyone. Lodging choices range from cozy B&B's and inns to fine hotels, resorts and spas. Theater lovers flock to the Ogunquit Playhouse for the summer stock performances. Shoppers rave about the assortment of galleries, boutiques and gift shops and discriminating diners have an abundant selection of fine restaurants to satisfy nearly every taste - including lobster! The night life is bustling here, with a famous Piano bar, live comedy, and dance floors second to none. Ogunquit is your vacation destination for every season. During the Summer you have to experience our pristine, white sand, world class beaches. Yankee Magazine, Downeast Magazine, New England Cable News Network, and many other publications have all named Ogunquit as the "BEST BEACH". Watch waves crashing into granite cliffs and evergreens rising above the birch trees along the mile long cliff walk, the Marginal Way. The Fall season brings the foliage, OgunquitFest, antiquing, and the opportunity to enjoy our community with less crowds. The Winter brings Christmas By the Sea, Mardi Gras, ice skating, and the opportunity to pamper yourself with a spa treatment. We welcome Spring fresh flowers, Patriots Day celebrations, a challenging round of golf, fishing, and hiking. Today, many travelers are finding that Ogunquit provides a wonderful year round vacation experience. Discover the charm of Ogunquit in all four seasons and see what you've been missing. Ogunquit is proud to be one of the more popular destinations for the Gay and Lesbian community... “A Beautiful Place by the Sea.� Ogunquit is a sophisticated, friendly, Fun community. Come see what you have been missing! Best,
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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 2 Village Square Inn
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14 Village Square Lane www.2vsquare.com Spectacular Ocean view Inn, located in town center, steps to everything, gay beach, gay clubs and amazing restaurants. Ocean view salt water pool and salt water hot tub. Great common spaces with guest kitchen. Full breakfast buffet served daily all year round. The Inn offers suites, kings, queens some with fireplaces. 2 Village Square offers a mixed crowd of Gay, Lesbian, and straight couples. Summer socials on the weekends. www.2vsquare.com
2 Beachmere Inn, The
800-336-3983
62 Beachmere Place www.beachmereinn.com Enjoy our prestigious location on the marginal way with breathtaking ocean views. The Beachmere Inn offers luxury suites and unique rooms with fireplaces, kitchenettes and private balconies or patios. Enjoy an onsite spa, exercise room and hot tub as well as reception rooms for meetings, ceremonies and events. Open year round, walk to everything in town or enjoy drinks from our ocean view pub. Our guests return for generations. Celebrating 75 years of family run inn keeping in 2012.
3 Captain's Quarters
207-646-3733
483 Main Street www.captainogt.com All newly renovated rooms this is Ogunquit's all pet friendly motel. Rooms that sleep up to six, with full kitchens, living rooms, and separate bedrooms. Located in the heart of Ogunquit on main street, walk to everything. Owned and operated by the Gazebo Inn Ogunquit Captains quarters offers an adult only pass to the Gazebo facility. www.captainogt.com
4 Gazebo Inn Ogunquit
207-646-3733
572 Main Street (Route 1) www.gazeboinnogt.com 572 Main Street Ogunquit Maine, fully renovated Farmhouse, conveniently located near the Footbridge beach, secluded heated pool, year round 5000 gallon salt water hot tub, gym, massage, lounge, full breakfast buffet. Suites include 2 person whirlpool tubs, steamshowers fire places in bathroom and living area, kitchenettes, heated floors. Amenities of a resort in a small intimate setting exceptional attention to detail, Scott, Bruce and Peter look forward to hosting you. www.gazeboinnogt.com
5 Village House, The
207-646-1470
20 Shore Road www.ogunquitvillagehouse.com The Village House has been family run for nearly fifty years. We are located in the heart of downtown Ogunquit. The apartments are fully furnished and within one block of Ogunquit beach, and centrally located for our busy nightlife. Our apartments are air conditioned with cable. We also have WiFi services and Charles Hairdresser Salon on premises. All units are on the second floor. We are pet friendly. We hope to see you soon!
6 Yellow Monkey Guest House
207-646-9056
280 Main Street Open since 1972, the Yellow Monkey caters to a mixed gay/straight clientele and is prized chiefly for its stellar location. The 50-room compound, comprised of various buildings, is on U.S. 1, just north of the town center, a short walk to the beach and just steps to restaurants, nightlife and shopping. Its quaint rooms are decorated with somewhat frilly, Victorian-inspired, dĂŠcor. Overall, this is an excellent option if you are aiming for convenience and a great location. The inn is open from mid-April to November 1st.
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135 Beach Street (on the beach), Ogunquit ogunquitbeach.com
9 Ogunquit River Inn
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10 Seacastles Resort & Suites
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104 Shore Road (in the village), Ogunquit ogunquitbeach.com The Norseman Resort (on Ogunquit beach) and the Aspinquid (Just yards from Ogunquit Beach) are just a few minute’s walk from the shops, pubs and restaurants in downtown Ogunquit. Our Seacastles Resort is located right at the beginning of the Marginal Way walk and it is also just a few minute’s walk from downtown Ogunquit. Our Ogunquit River Inn & Suites is located just outside of downtown Ogunquit. This property overlooks the Ogunquit River and the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge. The Ogunquit Trolley, which picks up right in from of the hotel, provides easy access to downtown Ogunquit and to Wells and Ogunquit Beaches. Gay visitors to Ogunquit will feel right at home at any of these fine hotels
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393 Mile Road, Wells Beach wellsbeachmaine.com Lafayette’s Oceanfront Resort is located right on Wells Beach just a short distance from the center of Wells and the towns of Ogunquit and Kennebunkport. This hotel features a heated indoor pool, a whirlpool, with a therapeutic waterfall plus a fitness center. Guests at the hotel have access to one of Maine’s finest beaches. Many of the hotel rooms have private balconies or patios and overlook the water. This Award winning hotel welcomes gay travelers and is open year round for people who like to enjoy the peace and serenity of the ocean in the off season.
LAFAYETTE HOTELS OF OLD ORCHARD BEACH, ME 12 Sea View Inn
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65 West Grand Avenue, Old Orchard Beach seaviewgetaway.com
13 Waves Oceanfront Resort
207-934-4949
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LAFAYETTE HOTELS OF PORTLAND, MAINE 14 Fireside Inn & Suites - Portland
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81 Riverside Street, Portland firesideinnportland.com
15 Holiday Inn By the Bay
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88 Spring Street, Portland innbythebay.com The Holiday Inn By the Bay is a 239 room hotel located in downtown Portland. The hotel overlooks Casco Bay and is within walking distance of many downtown attractions and Portland’s Historic Old Port Exchange. With over 30,000 square feet of meeting space, the Holiday Inn By the Bay has the largest Convention Center of any hotel in the state of Maine; other hotel features include a heated indoor pool, saunas, a fitness center and the Port of Call Restaurant and Lounge.
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SHOPPING & SERVICES Antiques / Collectibles Blacksmith's Antique Mall Herringbones
166 Main Street 309 Shore Road
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Museums of Old York 3 Lindsay Road Ogunquit Heritage Museum 86 Obeds Lane Ogunquit Museum of American Art 543 Shore Road 31 Ogunquit Playhouse 10 Main Street Wells Reserve at Laudholm 342 Laudholm Farm Road
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SEP Capriccio: A Celebration of the Arts
Arundel Barn Playhouse
September 3rd - 16th, 2012 A two-week long celebration of the arts. With a variety of events featuring a myriad of arts, from writing to film to painting; from performing arts to architecture to scultpure.
53 Old Post Road, Arundel, ME 207-985-5552
Barn Gallery 1 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-8400
Beth Ellis Cove Gallery
Lobster Dash Run / Race Event
100B Perkins Cove Road, Ogunquit 207-646-7700
September 22nd, 2012 A Unique 5 Mile Race Run along the beach at the annual Ogunquit Beach Lobster Dash, a 5 mile race run entirely on the hard-packed sands of beautiful Ogunquit Beach, up to Moody Beach in Wells and back.
Booth Theater 13 Beach Street, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-8142 www.boothproductions.com
Cuckle-Button Farm Gallery
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259 Main Street, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-1700
OgunquitFest October 19th - 21st, 2012 The annual OgunquitFest is a fun-filled weekend of fall-themed events. Activities include pumpkin and cookie decorating, costume parade, classic car show, craft bazaar, haunted house, high heel race, bed race, ghost tours, wagon rides, storytelling, and a scarecrow contest.
Don Gorvett Black Bear Fine Art Printmaking Studio & Gallery 309 Shore Road, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-7278
Hackmatack Playhouse 538 School St (Rte #9), Berwick, ME 207-698-1807
Museums of Old York
Ogunquit Semi-Annual Ogunquit Restaurant Week: Autumn
207 York Street, York, ME 207-363-4974
Late October - Early November, 2012
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Ogunquit Fire Company Museum
Celebrations by the Sea Wedding Expo
Shore Rd. & Cottage St., Ogunquit, ME
Ogunquit Heritage Museum 86 Obeds Lane, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-0296
Ogunquit Memorial Library 166 Shore Road, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-9024
Ogunquit Museum of American Art 543 Shore Road, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-4909 www.ogunquitmuseum.org Ogunquit Museum of American Art opens for the season! It's been called "the most beautiful little museum in the world." The Museum building is surrounded by three acres of landscaped grounds, with a reflecting pool and sculpture gardens.
Ogunquit Playhouse 10 Main Street, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-5511 www.ogunquitplayhouse.org
November 11th, 2012 Tthis expo brings together a variety of experienced local vendors & professionals who can help you plan your special day by the sea. It's no wonder so many brides and grooms choose Ogunquit for their weddings, commitment ceremonies, receptions, and other events. We'll have live entertainment, refreshments, and a gift for the bride! Admission is free, and no RSVP required.
DEC Ogunquit's Annual Christmas by the Sea Celebration December 1st - 2nd & 7th - 9th, 2012 With plenty of events for the whole family such as Family Scavenger Hunts, Carolers, Concerts, and Hay Rides, fun will be had by all kids from 1 to 92!
FEB Ogunquit's Annual Mardi Gras Weekend Celebration
Panache Gallery 1949 US Rte 1, Cape Neddick, ME 207-646-4878
Scully Gallery Perkins Cove, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-2850
February 17th - 19th, 2012
MAY Southern Maine AIDS Walk Wknd
Seashore Trolley Museum 195 Log Cabin Rd, Kennebunkport 207-967-2712
Stone Crop Gallery 805 Shore Road, York, ME 207-361-4215
Wonder Mountain Fun Park 270 Post Road, Moody, ME 207-646-9655
Youth Enrichment Center Hilton-Winn Farm 189 Ogunquit Rd., Cape Neddick, ME 207-361-1385
2178 Post Road 234 Main Street 15B Shore Road 20 Shore Road
207-646-0608 207-646-9280 207-646-6616 207-646-9177
45 Shore Road
207-641-2820
246 Main Street
207-646-4227
248 Main Street
800-331-5856
Clothing (Women's) Lazy Daisy, The
Coffee Shops Bread & Roses Bakery
Confections Harbor Candy Shop
Florists Calluna Fine Flowers & Gifts 193 Shore Road Floral Concepts & Distinctive Finds 369 Main Street
207-641-0867 207-646-1200
Events for a full list of events see page 68
Food Stores / Markets Village Food Market
230 Main Street
207-646-2122
Hair Salons / Barbershops 5 Charles Hairdresser
22 Shore Road
207-646-2172
106 Perkins Cove Road
207-646-9414
Jewelry / Jewelers Swamp John's Fine Art Jewelry
Massage / Massage Therapists Massage by Wayne
17 Hoyts Lane
401-529-1722
Pride Products / Pride Shops Drop Anchor
20 Shore Road
207-646-1615
213 Main Street 15B Shore Road
207-646-0399 207-646-6616
33 Shore Road
207-646-1454
Shopping Abacus Rock Lobster
Specialty Shops Whit's End
Sporting Goods / Rentals Ogunquit Beach 'n' Sport 68 Shore Road
207-351-7840
Theater / Performing Arts Booth Theater
13 Beach Street, The Betty Doon Hotel
207-646-8142
Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing Atlas Aero 199 Airport Road Bunny Clark Deep Sea Fishing 93 Frazier Pasture Road Eldredge Bros. Fly Shop 1480 Route 11 Excursions Coastal Maine Outfitting Co. 1740 Route 1 Finestkind Scenic Cruises dock at Barnacle Billy's, Perkins Cove Silverlining Sailing Cruises Perkins Cove Wicked Good Tours 45 Mallard Drive
207-332-4174 207-646-2214 877-427-9345 207-363-0181 207-646-5227 207-646-9800 207-216-0634
Wine & Spirits Perkins & Perkins Wine & Cheese
478 Main Street
207-646-0288
Early May, 2013
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Sea Bell Gallery 53 Shore Road, Ogunquit, ME 207-646-5411
Cards & Gifts Lighthouse Depot On the Main Rock Lobster Serendipity Too!
Semi-Annual Ogunquit Restaurant Week: Spring Early June, 2013
AUG Run for the Fallen Maine Mid August, 2013 (65-K run) Run for the Fallen Maine is an organization dedicated to keeping alive the memory of our military heroes that gave their lives to protect our freedom since September 11, 2001.
Ogunquit Annual Ogunquit Sidewalk Art Show and Sale
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