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Washington, DC Baltimore and

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Greetings... from The Chamber Dear Friend: Greetings from the Capital Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (the Chamber)! Let us be among the first to welcome you to the Washington DC, Metropolitan area. As the premiere local business voice of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community, we are excited to have you visiting an area, which is home to over 400 of our members and the headquarters for our national affiliate chamber – the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC). We encourage you to patronize those LGBT and allied welcoming establishments that are members of our chamber. The DC Metropolitan 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. At the Chamber we believe that a strong economic infrastructure will speak volumes in our quest for equality; by frequenting LGBTowned establishments you are building stronger, more visible LGBT businesses and helping us make our case from Washington, DC to Wall Street and down Main Street, USA. More information about the Chamber and our members, including a business directory can be found at www.caglcc.org. Sincerely,

Mark Guenther Executive Director The Capital Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce NGLCC Chamber of the Year 2012 Recipient and #17 on Washington Business Journal's Chambers of Commerce List 2012 OUR MISSION 2013: To advocate, empower, promote and facilitate the success of LGBT businesses, professionals and allies in metropolitan Washington.

Welcome... from Destination DC On behalf of Destination DC, the city’s official tourism and convention bureau, it is a pleasure to welcome you to the nation’s capital. Washington, DC is an exciting city where locals make LGBT visitors feel at home. Whether you’re here for a family getaway, a conference or a destination wedding, you’ll encounter a community eager to share its national treasures and enlightening experiences. Enjoy our museums and memorials, and do save time to explore our neighborhoods. DC boasts world-class shopping, dining and nightlife. Browse boutiques in Georgetown, go for a run in Rock Creek Park and relax over cocktails on 14th Street. If you need up-to-the-minute suggestions, you can find a calendar of events, recommendations for 100 free (and almost free) things to do, and suggested itineraries on our website, Washington.org. Sincerely,

Elliott L. Ferguson II President & CEO Destination DC

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Photo of the Washington Monument courtesy of Destination DC

ashington, D.C., situated along the banks of the Potomac River between Virginia and Maryland, is a showcase of national treasures. The City’s streets are a patchwork of museums, historical landmarks, art galleries, monuments, government buildings, restaurants, shops and cafes. Easy to get to and full of sights and attractions, the City is naturally a popular destination for tourists and, of course, one of the gayest places in the country! The Dupont Circle neighborhood is most closely tied to the City’s LGBT population. It became known as a center of gay culture, just like Greenwich Village in New York and the Castro in San Francisco. The center of LGBT life has moved east to Logan Circle /14th Street / U Street corridor. Not surprisingly, the politically charged environment lends the City an air of distinction and a penchant for activism. Washington’s gay think-tank is one of the most committed and savvy LGBT communities and is home to some of the most powerful and visible gay men and lesbians in the country. It is also home to the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force (NGLTF). If you find you’ve had your fill of history and culture and choose to sample a different type of excitement you’ll find some big name attractions just outside the City. Busch Gardens, National Harbor (MD), Water Country USA and Six Flags America (to name a few) are only a short ride away. The chances are slim that a trip to Washington D.C. will let you down.

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Getting Here

Photo of the Washington, DC Capitol Building courtesy of Destination DC

Amtrak operates train service to and from Washington's Union Station on the Northeast Corridor (Washington, DC, Baltimore, Wilmington, Philadelphia, New York City, New Haven, Providence and Boston) and other cities across the US. • Travel times to and from Washington on Acela service: Baltimore 30 minutes Philadelphia 1 hour 30 minutes New York 2 hours, 45 minutes

Regional Overview

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 B&B at the William Lewis House

800-465-7574

1309 R Street NW www.wlewishous.com

ACCOMMODATIONS

Conveniently located near both tourist and Gay attractions, with easy access by foot, automobile, and subway. The relaxed atmosphere in the house and courtyard will enhance your stay at our nation’s capital. Each morning of the week, enjoy continental-style breakfasts and a full hardy breakfast on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Gay owned and operated.

2 Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters

800-821-4367

1615 Rhode Island Avenue NW www.beaconhotelwdc.com The Beacon Hotel welcomes the LGBT Community and provides an experience tailored to those accustomed to gracious hospitality and excellence in service and amenities. Ideal for both leisure and business travelers. Fresh design, the latest amenities and elegant surroundings create a comfortable and life enriching stress-free environment. Our location is perfect to enjoy the nightlife of Dupont Circle and the diverse cultural offerings of this dynamic city. Feel welcome and pampered, you will like our unique style, and do not miss our great Sunday Champagne Brunch where Dupont Circle gathers in grand style. TAG Approved Accommodation.

3 Comfort Inn Downtown DC/Convention Center 202-682-5300 1201 13th Street NW www.dccomfortinn.com The newly-renovated Comfort Inn Downtown/Convention Center hotel is conveniently located in the city center and less than one mile from the White House, and within walking distance of the Popular Logan Circle Neighborhood and the Verizon Center sports and entertainment arena. We offer Free Hot Breakfast and each guest room features iHome Alarm Clocks, free WiFi and half refrigerators. We are a TAG approved hotel!

4 Hamilton Crowne Plaza Washington DC

202-682-0111

14th & K Streets NW www.hamiltonhoteldc.com

A fully restored architectural gem, the Hamilton Crowne Plaza Hotel evokes the glamour of the 1920s while providing all the modern luxuries you need during your stay in Washington DC. Conveniently located in the famous K Street Business Corridor - only 1 block from McPherson Square Metro, 5 blocks from the White House and 4 blocks from the DC Convention Center. Whether you are here for a business meeting, a social event or just visiting our nation’s capital, the Hamilton Crowne Plaza is the ideal choice.

5 Holiday Inn Washington-Central/White House 202-483-2000 1501 Rhode Island Avenue NW www.inndc.com Voted DC's BEST, Holiday Inn Central is just 6 blocks from the White House, on the corner of 15th Street and Rhode Island. Our hotel is within walking distance to 3 subway stations and all attractions that DC has to offer. As a proud recipient of the Quality Excellence Award for guest satisfaction and impeccable service, Holiday Inn Central offers contemporary elegance with mahogany framed interior infused with rich Italian marble adding complete sophistication. Dine at Avenue Café, our full-service restaurant and lounge, enjoy our fitness room, game room, relax in our rooftop swimming pool, offering a panoramic view. Amenities include underground parking daily, high-speed wireless Internet access.

6 St. Gregory Luxury Hotel & Suites

800-829-5034

2033 M Street NW www.stgregoryhotelwdc.com The St. Gregory gracefully welcomes the GLBT Community by offering an atmosphere of contemporary and stylish character. Whether in public areas or more intimate surroundings, you will find yourself enveloped in a chic elegance that is ideal for work, relaxation, and socializing. Our central downtown location in Fashionable Foggy Bottom is two blocks from Dupont Circle nightlife and three blocks to Georgetown, ideal for both the business and leisure traveler. We are minutes from the White House, the K Street and Connecticut Avenue, NW Business Corridor and Embassy Row, as well as the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Georgetown and the Smithsonian Museums all beckoning you. TAG Approved Accommodations.

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ACCOMMODATIONS - TAG APPROVED

ACCOMMODATIONS

Washington, DC Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters 1615 Rhode Island Ave. NW Capitol Hill Hotel 200 C Street SE Courtyard Wash DC / US Capital 1325 2nd Street NE Donovan House 1155 14th Street NW Doubletree Washington 1515 Rhode Island Ave. NW Embassy Suites DC Convention Center 900 10th Street NW Four Points by Sheraton Wash. DC, Downtown 1201 K Street NW Helix, a Kimpton Hotel 1430 Rhode Island Avenue NW Holiday Inn Georgetown 2101 Wisconsin Avenue NW Holiday Inn Washington, DC- Central/ White House 1501 Rhode Island Avenue NW Hotel Lombardy 2019 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Hyatt Regency Washington 400 New Jersey Avenue NW JW Marriott Washington DC 1331 Pennsylvania Ave Madera, a Kimpton Hotel 1310 New Hampshire Avenue NW Monaco Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel 700 F Street NW Palomar Washington DC, a Kimpton Hotel 2121 P Street NW Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel 999 Ninth Street NW Renaissance Washington, DC Dupont Circle Hotel 1143 New Hampshire Avenue NW Rouge, a Kimpton Hotel 1315 16th Street NW Sofitel Lafayette Square 806 15th Street NW St. Gregory Hotel 2033 M Street NW The Brexton Hotel 1440 Rhode Island Avenue NW The Fairfax at Embassy Row 2100 Massachusetts Avenue NW The George, a Kimpton Hotel 15 E Street NW The Liaison Capitol Hill, An Affinia Hotel 415 New Jersey Ave. NW The Madison 1177 15th Street NW The Mayflower Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel 1127 Connecticut Avenue NW The Quincy 1823 L Street NW Topaz, a Kimpton Hotel 1733 N Street NW Washington Court Hotel on Capitol Hill 525 New Jersey Ave. NW Washington Marriott 1221 22nd Street NW Washington Marriott at Metro Center 775 12th Street NW Washington Marriott Wardman Park 2660 Woodley Road, NW

202-296-2100 800-619-9468 800-321-2211 800-383-6900 800-492-5195 800-EMBASSY 866-716-8133 202-462-9001 202-338-4600 202-483-2000 800-424-5486 800-233-1234 202-393-2000 202-296-7600 202-628-7177 202-448-1800 202-898-9000 202-775-0800 202-232-8000 202-730-8800 800-829-5034 443-478-2100 202-293-2100 800-576-8331 866-246-2203 800-424-8577

202-347-3000 202-223-4320 800-424-2950 800-321-3010 202-872-1500 202-737-2200 202-328-2000

Alexandria, VA Crowne Plaza Old Town Alexandria Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Lorien Hotel & Spa, a Kimpton Hotel Monaco Alexandria, a Kimpton Hotel Morrison House, a Kimpton Hotel

901 North Fairfax Street 625 First Street 1600 King Street 480 King Street 116 South Alfred Street

877-424-2449 888-465-4329 877-9-LORIEN 800-368-5047 866-834-6628

5 Arlington, VA Crystal Gateway Marriott 1700 Jefferson Davis Highway Hilton Crystal City @ Washington Reagan National Airport 2399 Jefferson Davis Hwy Palomar Arlington, a Kimpton Hotel 1121 North 19th Street

703-920-3230 800-HILTONS 866-505-1001

Reston, VA Hyatt Regency Reston Sheraton Reston

1800 Presidents Street 11810 Sunrise Valley Drive

703-709-1234 703-620-9000

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ashington, DC is filled with restaurants that will satisfy any taste. Whether you like Thai, German, French, Italian, Greek Mexican, Japanese, Chinese, or any other ethnic or culinary choice, you can find it all in the Greater Washington, DC area. Of special interest are the restaurants on 17th Street, between P and R Streets, P Street in the Dupont Circle Area, U Street Corridor and vicinity, Georgetown and, of course, along Connecticut Avenue. Just north of Dupont Circle. As neighborhoods are being improved, new restaurants are opening monthly. So, if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been to Washington recently, you will be amazed at the burgeoning scene. This is especially true in the NW and SE sections where gay neighborhoods exist. Check out the new and continue to enjoy the well - established eateries. Coffee shops and dessert places are easily found to round out a meal or get a quick pick up to continue your tour of this great city on the Potomac. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a quick meal or a five - course extravaganza, you will find it all. Brush up on the political scene. It makes for great mealtime conversation. You might just meet a Congressman or Senator while dining. Washington is a city that is easy to walk, so take a stroll, find an eatery and most of all, enjoy yourself and have fun.

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DINING Restaurants / Cafés 4 14K Restaurant & Lounge 1001 14th Street NW 15 RIA 1515 Rhode Island Ave NW 1905 1905 9th Street NW Alero 1301 U Street NW Annie's Paramount Steakhouse 1609 17th Street NW Bar Pilar 1833 14th Street NW 2 Beacon Bar & Grill 1615 Rhode Island Ave NW Belga Café 514 8th Street SE Ben's Next Door 1211 U Street NW Bus Boys and Poets 2021 14th Street NW Cafe Berlin 322 Massachusetts Ave NE Café Luna 1633 P Street NW Cafe Saint-Ex 1847 14th Street Creme Cafe 1322 U Street NW DC9 1940 9th Street NW DIK - Dupont Italian Kitchen 1637 17th Street NW Drafting Table 1529C 14th Street NW Duplex Diner 2004 18th Street NW Etete 1942 9th Street NW FireFlies Del Ray (Alexandria, VA) 1501 Mount Vernon Avenue Floriana 1602 17th Street NW 23 Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant 555 S 23rd St., Arlington Grill From Ipanema, The 1858 Columbia Road NW Java House 1645 Q Street NW Jin 2017 14th Street NW JoJo 1518 U Street NW 9 L’Enfant Cafe-Bar 2000 18th Street NW La Tomate 1701 Connecticut Ave NW 24 Larry's Lounge 1840 18th Street NW Level One Restaurant 1639 R Street NW Local 16 1602 U Street NW Logan Tavern 1423 P Street NW Los Tios Grill 2615 Mount Vernon Avenue Lupo Verde 1401 T Street NW 6 M Street Bar & Grill 2033 M Street NW Marrakesh Palace Pasha Lounge 2147 P Street NW Marvin 2007 14th Street NW Nage DC 1600 Rhode Island Avenue Odeon Café 1714 Connecticut Ave NW Perry's 1811 Columbia Road NW Pesce 2002 P Street NW Pizzeria Paradiso 2003 P Street NW Poste Moderne Brasserie 555 8th Street NW Rice Restaurant & Bar 1608 14th Street NW Soho Tea & Coffee 2150 P Street NW 10 St. Elmo's Coffee Pub (Alexandria, VA) 2300 Mnt Vernon Ave Tabaq Bistro 1336 U Street NW Taqueria Poblano (Alexandria, VA) 2400 B Mount Vernon Ave Thai Tanic 1326-A 14th Street NW Trattoria Alberto 506 8th Street SE Twist Dupont 1731 New Hampshire Ave NW 11 Ulah Bistro 1214 U Street NW 12 Ultimo Lounge 1633 17th Street NW Urbana 2121 P Street NW Utopia Bar & Grill 1418 U Street NW Vinoteca 1940 11th Street NW Zabb 1836 18th Street Zentan at the Donovan House 1155 14th Street NW

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202-218-7575 202-RIA-0015 202-332-1905 202-462-2322 202-232-0395 202-265-1751 202-872-1126 202-544-0100 202-667-8880 202-387-7638 202-543-7656 202-387-4005 202-265-7839 202-234-1885 202-483-5000 202-328-3222 202-621-7475 202-265-7828 202-232-7600 703-548-7200 202-667-5937 703-685-0555 202-986-0757 202-387-6622 202-232-2104 202-319-9350 202-319-1800 202-667-5505 202-483-1483 202-745-0025 202-265-2828 202-332-3710 703-299-9290 202-488-0897 202-530-3621 202-775-1882 202-797-7171 202-448-8005 202-328-6228 202-234-6218 202-466-3474 202-223-1245 202-783-6060 202-234-2400 202-463-7646 703-739-9268 202-265-0965 703-548-8226 202-588-1795 202-544-2007 202-234-3200 202-234-0123 202-232-0437 202-956-6650 202-483-7669 202-332-9463 202-299-0399 202-379-4366

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NIGHTLIFE

NIGHTLIFE Bars / Dance Clubs / Lounges / Piano

4 14K Restaurant & Lounge 1001 14th Street NW 202-218-7575 Bachelor's Mill 1104 8th Street Southeast 202-546-5979 Back Door Pub 1104 8th Street SE (2nd Floor) 202-546-5979 Banana Café & Piano Bar 500 8th Street SE 202-543-5906 2 Beacon Bar & Grill 1615 Rhode Island Ave NW 202-872-1126 Black Fox Lounge 1723 Connecticut Avenue 202-483-1723 Cobalt at Level One Restaurant 1639 R Street NW 202-232-4416 20 Crew Club 1321 14th Street NW 202-319-1333 D.I.K Bar 1637 17th Street NW 202-328-0100 21 DC Eagle 639 New York Avenue NW 202-347-6025 Delta Elite Social Club 3734 10th Street NE 202-529-0626 22 Fireplace, The 2161 P Street NW 202-293-1293 23 Freddie's Beach Bar & Restaurant 555 S 23rd St., Arlington 703-685-0555 Green Lantern 1335 Green Court NW 202-347-4533 J.R.'s Bar & Grill 1519 17th Street NW 202-328-0090 9 L’Enfant Cafe-Bar 2000 18th Street NW 202-319-1800 24 Larry's Lounge 1840 18th Street NW 202-483-1483 Li'L Pub, The 655 Pennsylvania Avenue SE 202-543-5526 6 M Street Bar & Grill 2033 M Street NW 202-530-3621 MOVA 2204 14th Street NW 202-629-3958 Mr. Henry's 601 Pennsylvania Avenue SE 202-546-8412 Nellie’s Sports Bar 900 U Street NW 202-332-6355 Number Nine 1435 P Street NW 202-986-0999 Phase 1 of Dupont 1415 22nd Street NW 202-974-6832 Phase One (Women) 525 8th Street SE 202-544-6831 Remington’s 639 Pennsylvania Avenue SE 202-543-3113 Town Danceboutique 2009 8th Street NW 202-234-8696 12 Ultimo Lounge 1633 17th Street NW 202-232-0437 Ziegfeld's / Secrets 1824 Half Street SW 202-863-0670

Sauna (Men’s) 20 Crew Club

1321 14th Street NW

202-319-1333

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FEATURED NIGHTLIFE 2

Sky Bar at Beacon Bar & Grill

202-872-1126

NIGHTLIFE

1615 Rhode Island Avenue NW / Thomas Circle www.beaconskybar.com Hours: 6:30AM-11:00PM, Sunday Brunch 11:00AM-3:00PM Sporting a fresh hew look and menu, atop the Beacon Hotel & Corporate Quarters. TAGS: seasonal rooftop lounge, cozy and welcoming vibe, simple and tasty bar menu...

20 Crew Club

202-319-1333

1321 14th Street NW / Dupont Circle www.crewclub.net Hours: Open 24 Hours A Day Explore the unexpected. Daily specials and weekly events. Always open. TAGS: wet area, steam room, lounges, private dressing rooms, sauna, tanning, full gym...

21 DC Eagle

202-347-6025

639 New York Avenue NW / bet. 6th and 7th www.dceagle.com Hours: Mon - Thurs 4pm-2am; Fri - Sat 4pm - 3am; Sun 2pm-2am 2 Blocks N of Gallery Place Metro Station or 2 Blocks S of Mt. Vernon Square Metro Station.

TAGS: leather, Levi’s, happy hour, part of DC LGBT history...

22 Fireplace, The

202-293-1293

2161 P Street NW / Just West of Dupont Circle www.fireplacedc.com Hours: Sun - Thurs 1:00pm - 2:00am, Fri - Sat 1:00pm - 3:00am Happy Hour every night! Come for drinks on the first floor & stay to dance on the second floor. TAGS: happy hour, drink specials, no cover, DJ, separate upstairs and downstairs spaces...

23 Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant

703-685-0555

555 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA / Pentagon City www.freddiesbeachbar.com Hours: Mon-Thu 4pm-2am; Fri 11am-2am; Sat-Sun 10am-2am Freddie's is a full service bar & restaurant and is the only gay bar in Northern Virginia.

TAGS: drag performances, drink specials, food...

24 Larry’s Lounge

202-483-1483

1840 18th Street NW / Adams Morgan www.larrysloungewdc.com (website coming soon) Hours: Sun - Thurs 4pm - 2am; Fri - Sat 4pm - 3am

ARLINGTON NIGHTLIFE

A welcoming and unassuming neighborhood bar with a great happy hour and friendly patrons. TAGS: drink specials, happy hour, video games, patio, lounge, locals, neighborhood...

21 M Lounge at M Street Bar & Grill

202-530-3621

2033 M Street NW / Dupont Circle www.21mlounge.com Hours: M-F 6:30AM-10PM, S-S 7:30AM-10PM, Sun Brunch 11AM-3PM Inspired by Marilyn Monroe, a sleek, hip and sensuous place to gather with friends. TAGS: Sunday brunch, outdoor patio, lounge, drink specials, light fare menu...

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RESOURCES Destination DC www.washington.org DC Chamber of Commerce www.dcchamber.org Historic Dupont Circle dupontcircle.biz International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association IGLTA.org 30 Human Rights Campaign 1640 Rhode Island Ave. NW National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce nglcc.org National Gay & Lesbian Task Force www.TheTaskForce.org National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association nlgja.org National Minority AIDS Council www.nmac.org Service Members Legal Defense Network (SLDN) www.sldn.org Whitman-Walker Clinic 1407 S Street NW

202-789-7000 202-347-7201 202-441-1474 954-630-1637 202-628-4160 202-419-0440 202-393-5177 202-588-9888 202-483-6622 202-328-3244 202-797-3508

SHOPPING & SERVICES Adult Entertainment / Products Pleasure Place

1063 Wisconsin Avenue NW

202-333-8570

Attractions for a full list of attractions see pages 30-31 40 International Spy Museum 800 F Street NW

202-654-2043

Bicycle Sales, Service, Repair & Rentals Capitol Hill Bikes

719 8th Street SE

202-544-4234

Bookstores Books A Million 11 Dupont Circle NW 202-319-1374 Kramer Books & Afterwords Cafe 1517 Connecticut Avenue NW 202-387-3825

Coffee Shops 10 St. Elmo's Coffee Pub 2300 Mnt Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 703-739-9268

Confections / Chocolates / Baked Goods Artfully Chocolate 2003A Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA 703-635-7917 Cake Love 1506 U Street NW 202-588-7100

Events for a full list of events see pages 28-29

Cherry Fund

www.cherryfund.org

Events (out-of-town) Equality Forum

www.equalityforum.com

215-732-3378

323 7th Street SE

202-544-6633

Gifts & Cards Groovy DC

Health Clubs / Gyms / Exercise & Fitness Results, The Gym

315 G Street SE

202-234-5678

715 8th Street SE 1401 14th Street

202-544-8445 202-DESIGN2

Home Decor Homebody Urban Essentials

Ice Cream Larry's Ice Cream

1633 Connecticut Avenue NW 202-234-2690

Leather / Erotica Adam & Eve-The Leather Rack

1723 Connecticut Avenue NW 202-299-0440

Pharmacies / Health & Beauty 41 AHF Blair Underwood Healthcare Center 2141 K Street NW 202-293-8695 Careplus CVS/Pharmacy 1517 17th Street NW 202-588-0186 Community A Walgreens 1327 14th Street NW 202-332-8811

Real Estate Services Denny Horner - Evers & Co. Real Estate Inc. 1509 22nd St NW 703-629-8455 Jim Firkser, Agent - TTR Sotheby's Int’l Realty 1206 30th St NW 202-747-1002

Sauna (Men’s) 20 Crew Club

1321 14th Street NW

202-319-1333

2301 Mount Vernon Avenue 1633 Connecticut Ave. NW 1608 20th Street NW 1529B 14th Street NW

703-683-2905 202-232-8621 202-387-7117 202-319-0136

Shopping A Show of Hands 42 Human Rights Campaign Store Tabletop Universal Gear

Theater / Performing Arts Dance Place 3225 8th Street NE Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC 2000 P Street NW Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 2700 F Street NW Lincoln Theatre 1215 U Street NW

202-269-1600 202-293-1548 202-416-8000 202-328-6000

Transportation Services Amtrak

50 Massachusetts Avenue NE - Amtrak.com

800-USA-RAIL

Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing Bike the Sites

1100 Pennsylvania Avenue

202-842-BIKES

Video Sales / Rentals Capitol Video Sales

1729 Connecticut Avenue NW 202-265-9226

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Events JAN

AUG

Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend

OutWrite LGBT Book Festival

January 14th - 17th, 2014 Hyatt Regency Washington 400 New Jersey Avenue www.nighttours.com Mid-Atlantic Leather Wknd is one of the hottest leather/fetish events in North America and the world's largest leather club run. Every year thousands of Leathermen, Skins, Gearheads, Kinksters, Rubber Freaks, and even curious novices from all over the world come to the nation's capitol for a weekend of hot horny fun.

MAY Equality Forum

SEP Gay Day

OUT OF TOWN EVENT

Living Out Loud: The Joy and Pain of Coming Out

Entire Month of September Hillwood Estate, Museum, & Gardens 4155 Linnean Avenue NW 202-686-5807 A day of special events for the GLBT community at Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens celebrates the life and passions of Marjorie Merriweather Post, Hillwood's founder. Events include: Punch on the Portico, putting green, garden walks, family activities including fun hands-on workshops and special performances. Reservations required.

Official 2014 dates TBA (Previously on May 21st, 2013) Marriott Renaissance Dupont, 1143 New Hampshire Avenue NW 202-567-3159, www.smyal.org Women for SMYAL is excited to launch a discussion series to tackle some of the most pressing issues facing women with in the LBTQ community. This new series is meant to forge a conversation within our community about the needs, desires, and experiences of LGBTQ women and allies.

September 8th, 2013 2008 18th Street Northwest The Longest Continuous Neighborhood Festival in DC! First held in 1978, this well-known regional event showcases the international and cultural diversity and creativity that is the hallmark of Adams Morgan. The Festival celebrates the dynamism and innovation that arises from the melting pot of cultures and their interaction.

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May 1st - 4th, 2014 Philadelphia, PA www.equalityforum.com Equality Forum presents annually the largest national and international LGBT civil rights forum. Featured events include National Equality Rally at Independence Hall, Art Exhibit, Int’l Equality Dinner at the National Constitution Center, SundayOUT! street festival & much more.

Adam Morgan’s Day

2013 HRC National Dinner

Capital Pride & Street Festival 365, Be True, Be You! Official 2014 dates TBA (Previously on June 8th, 2013) Capital Pride will travel through Dupont Circle and 17th Street and end in the Logan Circle neighborhood of northwest Washington, DC. The US Capitol has served as the iconic backdrop to the Capitol Stage for hundreds of performances from local and national entertainers, politicians, and activists. The new festival exhibit hours are 12pm – 7pm; and the main stage will go on until sunset.

Drag Bingo at Nellie’s Multiple dates from July 2nd through August 20th, 2013 starting at 8pm Nellie’s Sports Bar, 900 U Street NW contact@thedccenter.org Join us at Nellies for Drag Bingo. Get a group of friends and play for cash prizes. Free to enter, grab a beer and enjoy the game (and the show). Nellie's will donate $1.00 to the DC Center for every Nellie Beer sold that evening.

JUL Clifton Film Festival July 20th, 2013 [7:30pm-10:30pm] 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079 Come out to our 5th Anniversary film festival! Clifton Film Fest is located in Northern Virginia showcasing original films made by the surrounding community at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA. Come watch fantastic original films and support the filmmakers at the 2013 festival!

August 2nd - 4th, 2013 DC LGBT Community Center 1318 U Street NW 202-682-2245 The OutWrite Book Fair is a weekend full of book readings, book vendors, book discussions, poetry readings and more. We have both new and used LGBT themed books and magazines for sale all day long. In addition to book vendors, the DC Center has a large number of used LGBT books for sale.

October 5th, 2013 [5pm-11:59pm] Walter E Washington Con. Center 801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, WDC 20001 www.capitalpride.org The dinner brings together more than 3,000 members, friends, family and allies for an evening of celebration and inspiration. Featuring a cocktail reception, an extensive silent auction, an elegant dinner, live entertainment and thought provoking speakers and guests, our HRC National Dinner attracts the nations top figures in entertainment and politics and is among the top events to attend in the DC area.

NOV g.life Expo November 9, 2013 [7PM-7PM] Washington Marriott Wardman Park 2660 Woodley Road NW, WDC, 20008 www.capitalpride.org g-life is a consumer exposition designed to entertain, educate and inform the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Allied community of the vast businesses, products and services geared to DC.

DEC Night OUT at the BB&T Classic December 8th, 2013 [1pm-7pm] Verizon Center, 600 F Street NW, WDC www.capitalpride.org LGBT Community event at the BB and T Classic featuring 2 great college basketball games with the University of Maryland, George Washington University, George Mason University and N.C. State.

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Attractions Bike The Sites - Bike & Roll

ATTRACTION / MUSEUM

National Mall

Bike the Sites leads guided bike tours of Washington DC and rents comfort mountain bikes, road bikes, cruisers, and more. See more sites and have more fun on a bike! Capital Sites, Monuments and Sites @ Nite tours leave frequently from March 1 through November, from our 12th St location. See bikethesites.com for tour & equipment descriptions, schedules and specialty tours. Bike the Sites – 12th St. NW, between Pennsylvania and Constitution Avenues and our second location: Bike the Sites Oasis – corner of 19th and N. Moore Streets, Rosslyn. www.bikethesites.com, (202) 842-BIKE

Eastern Market One of the oldest indoor - outdoor markets in the country, the Eastern Market is comprised of the North, South and Central Halls, plus the Market 5 Gallery which offers not only a venue for artists from all over the world to exhibit and sell their works, but also is where children and adults can learn to paint, sculpt, dance and work with crafts. 7th and C Street (North Carolina Ave.) SE. (202) 544-0083.

Hillwood Museum & Gardens Explore the largest collection of 18th and 19th century Russian art outside of Russia, a beautiful collection of 18th century French art and the azalea and orchid collections of the gardens preserved as they were when Marjorie Post first founded the museum. 4155 Linnean Avenue NW. Phone: (202) 686-5807.

International Spy Museum See the largest collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to spies and espionage in the world, housed in one of the older buildings in Washington, D.C. where the American Communist Party was originally headquartered. The kids will love this museum, as many of the exhibits are interactive. 800 F Street. (202) EYE-SPY-U.

John F. Kennedy Center The Kennedy Center is America’s living memorial to President Kennedy. As always, the Center continues its efforts to fulfill President Kennedy's vision by producing and presenting an unmatched variety of theater and musicals, dance and ballet, orchestral, chamber, jazz, popular, and folk music, and multi-media performances for all ages. 2700 F Street, NW. Information: (800) 444-1324, website: www.kennedy-center.org

The center of American government and culture is symbolized and celebrated by this national park, commissioned originally by George Washington and on the itineraries of all who visit the nation’s capital. Between Independence and Constitution Ave. Phone: (202) 485-9880.

National Zoo Part of the Smithsonian Institution, home to the giant pandas Tian Tian and Mei Xiang and hundreds of other species, the best veterinary hospital and endangered species research field station in the country, the National Zoo should not be missed on your next visit to the nation’s capital. 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW. Phone: (202) 673-4800.

Newseum The Newseum is a 250000-square-foot interactive museum of news and journalism, featuring 15 theaters and 14 galleries. 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001 (202) 292-6100 www.newseum.org

The Phillips Collection This exceptional museum features an exquisite collection of impressionist and modern American and European art, special Artful Evening programs, and Sunday Concerts. 1600 21st Street NW. Phone: (202) 387-2151.

Shakespeare Theater The Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., has dedicated itself to becoming the nation's premier classic theatre. By focusing on works with profound themes, complex characters and heightened language written by Shakespeare, his contemporaries and those playwrights he influenced, the Shakespeare Theatre Company's artistic mission is unique among regional theatres: to bring to vibrant life groundbreaking, thought-provoking and eminently accessible classic theatre in a uniquely American style. 450 7th Street, NW. Phone: (877) 487-8849.

Smithsonian Institution

U.S. Capitol Tour this symbol of democracy, recognized all over the world, and see American legislators in action within this architectural marvel. Between Independence and Constitution Avenues. (202) 225-6827.

National Gallery of Art The vast collection of America’s outstanding art museum and internationally famous Sculpture Garden includes paintings, sculpture and graphics by notable artists from Medieval times to the present. Between 3rd and 9th Streets at Constitution Avenue NW, in the National Mall. Phone: (202) 737-4215.

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Known variously as the “nation’s attic” and the “national museum of American history,” the Smithsonian fills these roles and so much more. Explore the many museums, take one of the many tours and enjoy some of the many cultural programs presented there during your visit. 1000 Jefferson Drive SW. (202) 357-2700.

National Air & Space Museum Part of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Air and Space Museum houses the largest collection of air and spacecraft in the world. 7th and Independence Avenue NW. Phone: (202) 357-1400.

Washington Monument Explore the monument, which can be seen from every corner of Washington, D.C., that stands in tribute to George Washington, the “Father of His Country,” who helped determine how America’s three branches of government would work together and with the President. 900 Ohio Drive SW. Phone: (202) 426-6841.

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Dupont Circle / Logan Circle / Adams Morgan

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RESOURCES

Info Finder ACCOMMODATIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6

B&B at the William Lewis House Beacon Hotel Comfort Inn - Convention Center Hamilton Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn Central St. Gregory Hotel

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RESOURCES 30 Human Rights Campaign

SHOPPING & SERVICES 20 Crew Club 41 AIDS Healthcare Foundation Blair Underwood Healthcare Center 42 HRC Action Center & Store

2 Beacon Bar & Grill 4 14K Restaurant & Lounge (at the Hamilton Crowne Plaza) 9 L’Enfant Cafe-Bar 6 M Street Bar and Grill 11 Ulah Bistro 12 Ultimo Lounge

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Beacon Bar & Grill Crew Club DC Eagle Fireplace, The Larry’s Lounge M Street Bar and Grill

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TO: ARLINGTON (SEE INSET)

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Washington, DC

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23 Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant - Arlington, VA 10 St. Elmo's Coffee Pub Alexandria, VA

NIGHTLIFE 21 DC Eagle 23 Freddie’s Beach Bar & Restaurant - Arlington, VA

SHOPPING & SERVICES 40 International Spy Museum

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Greetings... from the Executive Director

Rehoboth Beach Rehoboth Beach was founded in the 1870’s as the site of a religious camp. Following the development of a railroad and boardwalk in the 1900’s, Rehoboth Beach evolved into an active gay friendly resort town. Today, it stands as a year-round gay resort, with more than 200 gay-owned restaurants, shops, lodgings and nightspots. Embracing the northernmost part of the Delaware shore, Lewes and Rehoboth Beach are only a short twoand-a-half hour drive from Washington D.C. and Baltimore, three hours from Philadelphia and four hours from New York City. Thought of as the Mid-Atlantic region’s answer to Key West or Provincetown, Rehoboth boasts two gay beaches with plenty of people watching and a lively boardwalk full of arcades, eateries and bars. Many of the restaurants and attractions are surprisingly affordable, and there’s a great mix of cheap, elegant and trendy. This means you can grab a hot dog, stop at a crab shack, ride the bumper cars or spend the day at a spa and sit down for a lavish dinner. If you’re looking for a more active outing, you can head to one of the nearby parks for hiking trails, fishing, camping and kayaking. On nearby Route 1, you’ll find a haven for outlet shopping (FYI, there’s no sales tax in Delaware!).

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Welcome to Rehoboth Beach, the nation’s summer capital and year-round beach town! As an embracing community, Rehoboth is an ideal escape for members of the LGBT community, families and singles. From fine dining to the Farmer’s Market, upscale boutiques to t-shirt shops, downtown Rehoboth Beach has something for everyone. While maintaining a small beachtown feel, our historic city offers award-winning restaurants, pampering spas, luxurious hotels, innovative art galleries and decadent bake shops. Our beautiful beach serves as a tranquil backdrop to a mile-long boardwalk complete with rides and more than 250 charming shops, eateries and hotels. For those looking for a cultural experience, there are intimate art galleries to peruse, theatre performances to amuse, and live entertainment at the iconic Rehoboth Bandstand. At the end of the day, sip a cocktail and emerge yourself in the lively nightlife at one of the downtown clubs. Take advantage of TAX FREE shopping year-round or plan a trip around our downtown special events. Experience Restaurant Week to sample Rehoboth’s culinary hot-spots at prix fixe prices in June. Lay your blanket in the sand and watch the spectacular 4th of July fireworks on the beach. Cool off in the winter months and enjoy the Holiday Tree Lighting & Sing-A-Long, The Chocolate Festival, Get Down in Town, Downtown’s Cookin’ Community Unity Celebration, and The Cocoa Crawl. For more information about any of these events or to purchase a downtown Rehoboth Gift Certificate or Brick Paver, visit www.downtownrehoboth.com. Whether you take an easy stroll through town or a leisurely bike ride down one of the charming side streets, let FunMaps guide you to all the unique and inviting experiences that Rehoboth has to offer. See you downtown, year-round!

Annmarie Westerfield Executive Director Rehoboth Beach Main Street

A Dedication... to Chris Miles Chris Miles, 52, of Rehoboth Beach, formerly of Annapolis and Edgewater, Md., passed away Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2012, at Beebe Medical Center in Lewes. Chris was the companion of Jason M. Alcorn, with whom he resided in Rehoboth Beach for the past 15 years and co-owned and operated Leather Central. He enjoyed acting in plays and production work, being a Secret Santa and donating a lot of his time and talent to AIDS Delaware. He will always be remembered as having a positive outlook on life, being caring, loving, generous to a fault and was devoted to his family and friends. He will always be missed by many...

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Admiral on Baltimore

888-882-4188

2 Baltimore Avenue www.admiralrehoboth.com

ACCOMMODATIONS

A warm welcome awaits you just 60 feet from Rehoboth's beach & boardwalk. A beach block tradition in Rehoboth for 25 years, the Admiral Hotel promises you hospitality with all the amenities your vacation deserves. From the pleasant respite of our swimming pool & sun deck to our brand new rooms, many with coastal views, to our convenient free parking, we wish for your stay to be one you'll remember.

2 Boardwalk Plaza Hotel

800-33-BEACH

2 Olive Avenue www.boardwalkplaza.com When you want it all, choose the Boardwalk Plaza! On the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, the Boardwalk Plaza is Delaware's only oceanfront AAA Four Diamond Award Winner and offers every pampering amenity - beautiful Victorian suites, room service, bellhop service, a heated spa pool and fine oceanfront dining in Victoria's Restaurant. Open all year.

DINING Restaurants / CafĂŠs 10 a(MUSE.)

44 Baltimore Avenue

302-227-7107

Experience Mid Atlantic Cuisine artfully prepared in new and exciting way. a(MUSE.)...inspired food & drink

Aqua Grill Arenaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deli & Bar Back Porch Cafe, The Big Sissies Bar & Grill Blue Moon 11 Bramble & Brine Cabo 12 Cafe Azafran

57 Baltimore Avenue 149 Rehoboth Avenue 59 Rehoboth Avenue 37385 Rehoboth Avenue 35 Baltimore Avenue 315 Rehoboth Avenue 210 2nd Street 18 Baltimore Avenue

302-226-9001 302-227-1272 302-227-3674 302-226-7600 302-227-6515 302-227-7702 302-226-TACO 302-227-8100

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Fresh, healthy, delicious, creatively prepared food. A friendly, intimate atmosphere. Fine imported wines. Tapas and Large Plates. Al fresco dining.

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Cafe Azafran Coffee Mill, The Crystal Restaurant Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats Dos Locos Fajita & Stonegrill Espuma Frogg Pond Tavern Go Fish Henlopen City Oyster House Iguana Grill JD's Filling Station Mariachi Nage Rehoboth Beach Purple Parrot Bar and Grill Rehoboth Ale House Rigby's Bar & Grill Salt Air Seafood Shack The Buttery Touch of Italy Victoria's Restaurant

109 West Market St., Lewes 127 Rehoboth Ave 620 Rehoboth Avenue 320 Rehoboth Avenue 208 Rehoboth Avenue 28 Wilmington Avenue 3 South First Street 24 Rehoboth Avenue 50 Wilmington Avenue 52 Baltimore Avenue 329 Savannah Road, Lewes 14 Wilmington Avenue 19730 Coastal Highway 134 Rehoboth Avenue 15 Wilmington Street 404 Rehoboth Avenue 50 Wilmington Avenue 42 Baltimore Avenue 102 Second Street 33 Baltimore Avenue 2 Olive Avenue (Boardwalk)

302-644-4446 302-227-7530 302-227-1088 302-226-2739 302-227-3353 302-227-4199 302-227-2234 302-226-1044 302-260-9193 302-727-5273 302-644-8400 302-227-0115 302-226-2037 302-226-1139 302-227-2337 302-227-6080 302-227-3744 302-227-5881 302-645-7755 302-227-1500 302-227-0615

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NIGHTLIFE Bars / Dance Clubs / Lounges / Piano Big Sissies Bar & Grill Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats Double L Bar Frogg Pond Tavern 14 Iguana Grill Purple Parrot Bar and Grill 17 Rehoboth Ale House 20 Rigby's Bar & Grill

37385 Rehoboth Avenue 320 Rehoboth Avenue 622 Rehoboth Avenue 3 South First Street 52 Baltimore Avenue 134 Rehoboth Avenue 15 Wilmington Street 404 Rehoboth Avenue

302-226-7600 302-226-2739 302-227-0818 302-227-2234 302-727-5273 302-226-1139 302-227-2337 302-227-6080 continued on page 46

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Rehoboth Beach, DE ACCOMMODATIONS

NIGHTLIFE

1 Admiral on Baltimore 2 Boardwalk Plaza Hotel

14 Iguana Grill 17 Rehoboth Ale House 20 Rigby's Bar & Grill

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Lewes, DE is approximately 5 miles North of Rehoboth Beach

SHOPPING & SERVICES

a(MUSE.) Bramble & Brine Cafe Azafran Dos Locos Fajita & Stonegrill Iguana Grill JD's Filling Station (Lewes) Mariachi Rehoboth Ale House Rigby's Bar & Grill Salt Air Victoria's Restaurant

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Cake Break Proud Bookstore Carlton's Spahr Leather Central Megan Kee - Real Estate Agent Jack Lingo Realty 27 Morgan & Gower Cheesemongers

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RESOURCES Camp Rehoboth 39 Baltimore Avenue Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach Chamber of Commerce 501 Rehoboth Avenue www.beach-fun.com Rehoboth Beach Main Street downtownrehoboth.com

302-227-5620 302-227-2233 302-227-2772

SHOPPING & SERVICES Attractions for a full list of area attractions see page 49

Bookstores 22 Proud Bookstore

50 Baltimore Avenue, Village by The Sea 302-227-6969

Clothing 23 Carlton’s

31 Rehoboth Avenue

302-227-7990

Thoroughly modern classics from Rbt. Graham, Tommy Bahama, Jos, Ribkoff, The North Face...done with style.

24 Spahr

43 Baltimore Avenue

302-226-3804

Coffee Shops Arena's Café

17314 North Village Main Blvd, Lewes

302-644-0370

Confections / Chocolates / Baked Goods Cake Break

7 South First Street

302-260-9264

Events for a full list of area events see page 48

Food Stores / Markets Grub Grocery

305 Rehoboth Avenue

302-226-4782

Health Clubs / Gyms / Exercise & Fitness Body Shop Fitness Center

70 Rehoboth Avenue

302-226-0920

59 Baltimore Avenue

302-227-2272

Home Decor Mark Showell Interiors

Leather / Erotica 25 Leather Central

36983 Rehoboth Avenue Ext. 302-227-0700

Delaware's Largest Selection of Leather Goods, Adult Toys & DVD's

Real Estate Services Jack Lingo Realty 246 Rehoboth Avenue Maggio Shields Real Estate Brokerage 70 Rehoboth Avennue Mann & Sons 19606 Coastal Highway 26 Megan Kee - Jack Lingo Realty 246 Rehoboth Avenue Ocean Atlantic Sotheby's Int’l Realty 330 Rehoboth Avenue The Sea Bova Associates 20250 Coastal Highway

302-226-6655 302-226-3770 302-226-5600 302-226-6405 302-227-6767 302-227-1222

Shopping Beach Essentials Elegant Slumming Out Gear & More Waterford Crystal, Tangler Outlet Wooden Indian Ltd.

33 Baltimore Avenue 33 Baltimore Avenue 111 Rehoboth Avenue 36445 Seaside Outlet Drive 25 Baltimore Avenue

302-227-5210 302-227-3097 302-227-3148 800-318-9805 302-227-8331

45 Lake Avenue

302-227-HAIR

Spa / Sauna / Massage Bad Hair Day

Specialty Shops (Cheese) 27 Morgan & Gower Cheesemongers

20 Baltimore Avenue

302-727-5566

A European styled artisanal cheese and specialty foods shop. Cut to order cheeses, charcuterie, grilled cheese, and catering.

Theater / Performing Arts Clear Space Theatre Company

20 Baltimore Avenue

302-227-2270

Wine & Spirits Bin 66 Fine Wine & Spirits 301 Rehoboth Ave at the Pearl Shops 302-227-6966

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Events MAR

SEP

Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Festival

Delaware Gay Pride 2013

Official 2014 dates TBA (Previously on March 2nd, 2013) Rehoboth Beach Convention Center 302-227-2772 www.downtownrehoboth.com It's a day of fun for the whole family! Tastings start at 11:30 am and last until the chocolate runs out or 3:30 pm. Admission is only $2.00 and you can buy as many tastes as you like for only 50 cents each! Sorry but no carry out is permitted. Children under 5 get in for free. For those who desire lunch in between chocolate appetizers and desserts, Main Street will provide AllAmerican hot dogs and drinks.

September 8th, 2013 New Castle's Blue Diamond Park 761 Hamburg Road Delaware Pride is dedicated to promoting platforms for expressing diversity and creating more visible and united LGBT community. Delaware Pride Sponsors and promotes cultural, social, educational, and recreational events.

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AIDS Walk Delaware 2013 September 28, 2013 Riverfront Wilmington and Grove Park in Rehoboth www.aidswalkdelaware.org One Day...Two Walks. More Info TBA

Rehoboth Beach Restaurant Week

Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival

Official 2014 dates TBA (Previously on June 2nd - 8th, 2013) 302-227-2772 www.downtownrehoboth.com Come and visit the beach for a day, an overnight, or better still, the entire week for dining out-heaven. Restaurant week features fabulous 3-course dinners all over town. Restaurants will be offering menus with $30 or $20 prix-fixe dinners for a full week in June. Some restaurants are even serving special lunch menus at $10 & $15.

Fine Art Exhibit & Heritage Artists June 14th - July 14th, 2013 [5pm-7pm] At the Corkran/Tubbs Gallery at the Rehoboth Art League 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 www.rehobothartleague.org This year the Rehoboth Art League’s Annual Members’ Fine Art Exhibit will showcase artwork from over 100 members in the Corkran and Tubbs Galleries. Awards of excellence will be presented at the opening reception

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October 17-20, 2013 www.rehobothjazz.com Shows this year will be held on 5 stages The Performing Arts Theater at Cape Henlopen High School, the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, Epworth Church, Delaware Distilling Co. and Saketumi Restaurant. Plus there will be many local resturants and bars, in both Lewes and Rehoboth Beach, offering great entertainment.

NOV Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival November 6th - 10th, 2013 Movies at Midway Complex on Rte 1 302-645-9095 www.rehobothfilm.com The award winning Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival is a premiere, Mid-Atlantic cultural event. Beginning in 1998, the five-day Festival now showcases approximately 100 of the best American and international films including features, documentaries, and shorts..

Seaside Holidays

Downtown Rehoboth Beach Fireworks Every July 4th, [9:15-ish] Main Street Rehoboth Beach, DE www.downtownrehoboth.com July 4th Fireworks are presented by Main Street & Zambelli Internationale. Every year on July 4th, more than 80,000 people gather on the boardwalk and shoreline in Rehoboth Beach for a marvelous fireworks display. A spectacular Fireworks display visible from the beach and boardwalk in Rehoboth and up and down the coast.

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November 23rd - December 31st, 2013 Rehoboth Beach Main Street 302-227-2772 www.downtownrehoboth.com Shop our unique downtown Rehoboth Beach businesses during the holiday season. Or join the hundreds that gather at the bandstand for the annual holiday tree lighting and hometown sing-a-long, a Rehoboth Beach tradition! Last year’s singa-long featured Singer/Songwriter Doug James and his good friend Mrs. Claus!

35th Annual Sand Castle Contest August 3rd, 2013 Fisherman's Beach at the North End of Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk near the Henlopen Hotel Over 100 teams and 800+ participants are expected to express their artistic flair. Past creations have included Swamp Animals, Mermaids, Pyramids, Crabs, Dolphins, Sharks and of course traditional sandcastles. Beach-goers who would rather watch than work are welcome to view the incredible creations free of charge. Sculptures may be started at any time on the day of competition, but must be completed for judging by 3:00 PM.

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DINING

Attractions Cape Henlopen State Park

Fisherman's Wharf

42 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, DE 302-645-8983 www.destateparks.com/park/cape-henlopen On the water where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. This 3,000 acre park near Lewes has the famous "walking" sand dunes, nature trails with guides, a nature center, camping, bathhouses, tennis, recreation areas and areas for surf fishing and swimming. Seasonal, tent, and RV camping.

Cape May-Lewes Ferry, The 43 Cape Henlopen Dr., Lewes, DE www.drba.net 800-64-FERRY A trip aboard the Cape May-Lewes Ferry from Lewes, Del., to Cape May, N.J., or vice versa, offers far more than just a shortcut from the Delaware coast to the Jersey shore. Crossing the Delaware Bay in 70 minutes, the trip offers a breathtaking view of two of the Mid-Atlantic's most picturesque seaside towns.

Coastal Kayak Rehoboth Beach 302-539-7999 www.coastalkayak.com Coastal Kayak is the most experienced kayak company at the beach! Now in it's 17th year of providing entertaining and educational guided eco-tours and instruction with the most highly trained staff and best equipment in the area. Services include kayak and sailboat rentals, guided nature tours, as well as certified kayak instruction.

Delaware Seashore State Park 39415 Inlet Rd., Rehoboth Beach, DE 302-227-2800 destateparks.com/park/delaware-seashore The State of Delaware has major coastal areas reserved for public use, including the section south of Dewey Beach to Indian River Inlet. Just north of the Inlet there are usually surfers riding the waves. Limited year round, tent and RV camping.

Dogfish Head Brewery 6 Cannery Village Center Milton, DE 302-226-2739 www.dogfish.com Free tours of our Milton, DE brewery include sampling, a guided tour, and even a chance to get all your beer and merchandise needs met in our on-site gift shop. The tours are fun and give you a chance to get a behind-the-scenes peek at our brewhouse, the cellars - including our 3 huge wooden tanks - and our packaging hall. Tour times vary by season, but in general run Tuesday to Saturday afternoons. Each tour time is limited to 35 people, and all tour participants must wear closed-toe shoes. Reservations recommended.

Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats 320 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach 302-226-2739 www.dogfish.com Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday we offer a free tour of our home base - the brewpub in downtown Rehoboth Beach. There you'll see the experimental brewery (where we still brew our Brewpub Exclusive beers about once a month) and our upstairs distillery (where we make vodka, gin & rum). If you're interested in the pub tour, just show up at the pub where the tour begins at 4:30pm.

by the drawbridge, Lewes, DE 302-645-8862 www.fishlewes.com Ahoy!! Welcome to Fisherman's Wharf, by the drawbridge in Lewes, Delaware, where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. There's plenty to do here at Fisherman's Wharf for the whole family. Our fleet includes head boats, deep sea charter boats, cruising and sightseeing vessels. The Fisherman's Wharf restaurant, overlooking historical Lewes Rehoboth Canal, is open early for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great place to watch the boats dock with their catches or treat the family after a full day of boating.

Funland 6 Delaware Avenue www.funlandrehoboth.orbs.com 302-227-1921 Funland is a family amusement center located on the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The park offers great entertainment for the whole family, featuring 18 rides, 13 midway games, an electronic shooting gallery, redemption games and redemption center, and an arcade with video and pinball machines. Our season begins Mother's Day Weekend and runs through Labor Day.

Mile Long Boardwalk Rehoboth Beach www.beach-fun.com One of downtown Rehoboth's greatest assets is a mile-long boardwalk which allows for bike riding, strolling or jogging. Other activities and special events on the "boards" include miniature golf, arcades, a small amusement park, bandstand musical entertainment and numerous festivals. Here you can sit and watch the sunrise, enjoy our many migrating dolphins and our latest visitors, pelicans.

Nassau Valley Vineyards 32165 Winery Way, Lewes, DE 302-645-9463 www.nassauvalley.com Orchards, Winery, Picnic Tables - Bring your lunch and have a glass of wine. Open Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 A.M. 5:00 P.M., Sunday Noon - 5:00 P.M., Closed on Monday.

Old Landing Golf Course 300 Old Landing Road 302-227-3131 Opened in 1965, this 18 hole golf course is located just 2 miles from the center of Rehoboth Beach. Its challenging par-71 course features water hazards on seven of the holes, while offering a scenic view of Rehoboth Bay amidst tree-lined fairways.

GAY BEACHES North Shores (Gordons Pond in Henlopen State Park) Rehoboth Beach, DE

Poodle Beach Queen and Prospect Street Rehoboth Beach, DE

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Photo of the paddle boats in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor courtesy of VisitBaltimore.org

Baltimore estaurants, shops and fun abound in Maryland’s largest city. The tall downtown buildings form an impressive skyline over a newly restored and dynamic waterfront. The Inner Harbor has become one of America’s hottest travel destinations, boasting major attractions such as the National Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center, Camden Yards Stadium Complex, and the Baltimore Maritime Museum. On top of all these exciting things to do and see, Harborplace and the Gallery at Harborplace feature over 100 unique shops and more than 50 eateries and restaurants. There is also live entertainment offered on the waterfront. Visitors will want to see the new, trendy, upscale, Harbor East area for dining and shopping. Easy to get to from downtown by the FREE Circulator Bus which also continues on to historic Fells Point and newly redeveloped Canton. Baltimore has a rich historic past with many picturesque areas, which have changed little since the 19th century. While under the siege of the British during the War of 1812, Fort McHenry served as the inspiration for our National Anthem by Francis Scott Key. Enhancing Baltimore’s historic charm are many recreational areas such as Druid Hill Park with its 574 acres and the Baltimore Zoo.

FunMaps ® would like to express our thanks to Visit Baltimore (http://www.visitbaltimore.org) for providing information and images on the greater Baltimore area.

Welcome... from Visit Baltimore Thank you for considering a trip to our historic, waterfront city. Baltimore is a great place for people of all ages and backgrounds to visit, and we encourage guests to find out why we’ve earned the nickname “Charm City”. In Baltimore, we tell our visitors to “expect the unexpected”, and there are plenty of things for you to see and do during your stay. Our worldrenowned Inner Harbor offers a number of shops, attractions and restaurants, and is located in the heart of the city. Baltimore is a walkable city, but a quick trip on our fast, friendly and free Charm City Circulator makes exploring nearby neighborhoods even easier with stops throughout downtown, including in cosmopolitan Harbor East, artsy Mount Vernon, quaint Fells Point and at the historic Fort McHenry National Monument and Shrine. Other highlights, including the quirky Hampden neighborhood and the Baltimore Museum of Art, are also located nearby. Baltimore is a friendly, welcoming big city with a small town feel. Many of our accommodations are TAG certified, and we offer a variety of LGBT friendly activities, dining and entertainment options. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, a couple’s getaway or the ideal location for your nuptials, Baltimore is the perfect destination for your vacation, honeymoon or wedding. Please visit www.baltimore.org/lgbt-baltimore to learn even more about what we have to offer. Thank you for planning your trip to Baltimore, and we look forward to welcoming you soon!

Tom Noonan President & CEO Visit Baltimore

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ACCOMMODATIONS FEATURED ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Biltmore Suites Hotel

800-868-5064

205 West Madison Avenue www.biltmoresuites.com This Turn-of-the-Century Victorian hotel, formerly the Shirley Madison House, features 25 rooms & suites, CATV, and continental breakfast. Located in the heart of the Mount Vernon District of Historic Downtown, Baltimore, nearby are the shops of Antique Row, the Peabody Institute, Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Lyric Opera House & Center Stage. Within walking distance (10-12 Blocks), is the Inner Harbor, Camden Yards at Oriole Park, Ravens Stadium & the Convention Center.

2 Embassy Suites Baltimore Downtown

410-727-2222

222 Saint Paul Place www.embassysuitesbaltimore.com The Embassy Suites Baltimore Downtown is now open! Featuring an exciting million dollar renovation, a definitively local dining experience at the all new B'More Bistro, and our own Starbucks® Coffee Shop, we're taking Baltimore hospitality to a whole new level. We’re also pet friendly, TAG Approved® and located within easy walking distance of Mt. Vernon. So call 410-727-2222 and ask about our special Pride rate.

3 Hilton Baltimore

443-573-8700

401 West Pratt Street www.baltimore.hilton.com Hilton Baltimore is the official hotel of the Baltimore Convention Center, with direct covered access to the facility via pedestrian sky bridge. Located adjacent to Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Hilton Baltimore is within walking distance to the city's leading attractions, including the Inner Harbor and shops at The Gallery, the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, Mt. Vernon Cultural District, and innumerable fine and eclectic dining options. The hotel boasts a brand new Hilton Fitness by Precor® USA Center, featuring premium cardiovascular and strength training equipment with entertainment, as well as a heated indoor pool, whirlpool, and sauna. Guest rooms feature the Hilton Serenity Collection bed and bath experience, Crabtree & Evelyn La Source bath amenities, and natural tile in a spa-like setting.

4 Radisson Plaza Lord Baltimore

410-539-8400

20 West Baltimore Street www.radisson.com/lordbaltimore Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Baltimore in a magnificent Art Deco building, the Hotel Baltimore offers the kind of warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere and topnotch services sure to please business and leisure travelers alike. Wireless complimentary high-speed Internet access is in all of our guests rooms, main lobby, and Starbucks. The spacious rooms and suites at the Hotel Baltimore are beautifully decorated and feature such welcome amenities as work desks, two-line telephones, coffee makers, hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

5 Sheraton Inner Harbor

410-962-8300

300 South Charles Street www.sheratoninnerharbor.com/wedding-venue Surround yourself with the best of Baltimore at the Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel. Connected to the Convention Center and a brief walk from the magnificent Inner Harbor and Oriole Park at Camden Yards, we are convenient to everything that makes our city so wonderful. Get in on it with your friends and explore The National Aquarium and Maryland Science Center. Stroll around our charming and lively neighborhoods. Or take in historic Fort McHenry - birthplace of the Star Spangled Banner. After a long day of sightseeing, enjoy a sumptuous meal at the classic Morton's, The Steakhouse, or satisfy your appetite for local favorites at The Orioles Grille. Retreat to one of our 337 spacious guest rooms and enjoy the celebrated "ahhhh" of the Sheraton Sweet Sleeper(SM). Stay connected to home or the office with wireless High Speed Internet Access and oversized work desks. All of our guest rooms are non-smoking.

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1840s Carrollton Inn 50 Albemarie Street Admiral Fell Inn 888 South Broadway Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards 110 S Eutaw St Baltimore Marriott Waterfront 700 Aliceanna Street Brookshire Suites 120 East Lombard Street Crown Plaza Baltimore North 2004 Greenspring Dr., Hunt Valley DoubleTree Inn at The Colonnade 4 West University Parkway Embassy Suites Baltimore Downtown 222 Saint Paul Place Embassy Suites Baltimore North 213 International Cir., Hunt Valley Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore 200 International Drive Gramercy Mansion 1400 Greenspring Valley Road Hampton Inn Balt. - Downtown 550 Washington Boulevard HI - Baltimore Hostel 17 W Mulberry Street Hilton Baltimore 401 West Pratt Street Holiday Inn Balt. Inner Harbor 301 West Lombard Street Hyatt Regency Baltimore 300 Light Street Inn at 2920 2920 Elliott Street Monaco Balt., a Kimpton Hotel 2 North Charles Street Mount Vernon Hotel 24 West Franklin Street Pier 5 Hotel 711 Eastern Avenue Radisson Plaza Lord Baltimore 20 West Baltimore Street Renaissance Harborplace Hotel 202 East Pratt Street Royal Sonesta Harbor Court 550 Light Street Sheraton Baltimore City Center 101 West Fayette Street Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel 903 Dulaney Valley Rd., Towson Sheraton Inner Harbor 300 South Charles Street Sleep Inn and Suites Downtown Inner Harbor 301 Fallsway The Inn at Henderson’s Wharf 1000 Fell Street The Mt. Washington Conference Center 5801 Smith Avenue Wyndham Baltimore Peabody Court 612 Cathedral Street

410-385-1840 866-583-4162 800-228-9290 410-385-3000 866-583-4162 410-252-7373 800-222-8733 410-727-2222 410-584-1400 410-576-5800 410-486-2405 410-685-5000 410-576-8880 800-HILTONS 800-HOLIDAY 800-233-1234 877-774-2920 888-752-2636 410-727-2000 866-583-4162 800-333-3333 800-HOTELS-1 410-234-0550 866-837-5182 410-321-7400 800-325-3535 410-779-6166 866-583-4162 800-488-8734 410-727-7101

DINING Restaurants / Cafés 10 13.5% Wine Bar 1117 West 36th St., Hampden 410-889-1064 11 Bagby Pizza Co. 1008 Fleet Street 410-605-0444 Brewer’s Art, The 1106 North Charles Street 410-547-6925 12 Cafe Hon 1002 West 36th St., Hampden 410-243-1230 Charleston 1000 Lancaster Street 410-332-7373 Chazz: A Bronx Original 1415 Aliceanna Street 410-522-5511 City Café 1001 Cathedral Street 410-539-4252 11 Fleet Street Kitchen 1012 Fleet Street 410-244-5830 George’s on Mt. Vernon at The Peabody Court Hotel 612 Cathedral Street 410-727-7101 14 Golden West Cafe 1105 West 36th St., Hampden 410-889-8891 15 Grano Emporio 3547 Chestnut Ave., Hampden 443-438-7521 16 Grano Pasta Bar 1031 West 36th St., Hampden 443-469-3429 17 Holy Frijoles 908 West 36th St., Hampden 410-235-2326 Kali's Court 1606 Thames Street 410-276-4700 18 Mount Vernon Stable & Saloon 909 North Charles Street 410-685-RIBS Pabu at The Four Seasons 200 International Drive 410-223-1460 PAZO Restaurant 1425 Aliceanna Street 410-534-PAZO Red Maple 930 North Charles Street 410-547-0149 20 Rocket to Venus 3360 Chestnut Ave., Hampden 410-235-7887 Roy's 720 B Aliceanna Street 410-659-0099 21 Sascha's 527 North Charles Street 410-539-8880 22 Talara 615 South President Street 410-528-9883 Tapas Teatro 1711 North Charles Street 410-332-0110 11 Ten Ten 1010 Fleet Street 410-244-6867 Wit & Wisdom at The Four Seasons 200 International Drive 410-223-1456

NIGHTLIFE Bars / Dance Clubs / Lounges / Piano Club 1722 (After hours) Club Charles Club Hippo Club Orpheus Club XS Drinkery, The Gallery One Bar 14 Golden West Cafe Grand Central Pub

1722 North Charles Street 1724 North Charles Street 1 West Eager Street 1003 East Pratt Street 1307 North Charles Street 205 West Read Street 1735 Maryland Avenue 1105 West 36th St., Hampden 1001 North Charles Street

410-547-8423 410-727-8815 410-547-0069 410-276-5599 410-468-0002 410-225-3100 410-539-6965 410-889-8891 410-752-7133

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NIGHTLIFE CONTINUED... 17 Holy Frijoles Jay’s On Read Street Leon's of Baltimore Mixers Owl Bar, The PAZO Restaurant Quest, The 20 Rocket to Venus Rowan Tree, The

908 West 36th St., Hampden 410-235-2326 225 West Read Street 410-225-0188 870 Park Avenue 410-539-4850 6037 Belair Road 410-483-6011 1 East Chase Street 410-347-0888 1425 Aliceanna Street 410-534-PAZO 3607 Fleet St (S Conkling St) 410-563-2617 3360 Chestnut Ave., Hampden 410-235-7887 1633 S Charles St (Heath St ) 410-468-0550

ACCOMMODATIONS

RESOURCES Chase Brexton Health Services, Inc. Mount Vernon Center 10 West Eager Street 410-837-2050 30 GLBT Community Center of Baltimore & Central Maryland 241 West Chase Street 410-837-5445 Visit Baltimore / Baltimore Area Convention & Visitors Association (BACVA) www.baltimore.org 877-BALTIMORE

SHOPPING & SERVICES Accessories 31 In the Details 32 Trohv

813 West 36th St., Hampden 410-889-0380 921 West 36th St., Hampden 410-366-3456

Adult Entertainment / Products 33 Sugar

927 West 36th St., Hampden 410-467-2632

Antiques / Collectibles 34 Avenue Antiques/The Ideal 901 West 36th St., Hampden 410-467-0329 35 Charlotte Elliott & The Book Store Next Door 837 W 36th St. 410-243-0990

Attractions for a full list of attractions see page 62

Baltimore Maritime Museum Clipper City Tall Ship Maryland Historical Society Maryland Science Center National Aquarium in Baltimore 36 Walters Art Museum, The

301 East Pratt Street, Pier 1 803 Light Street 201 West Monument Street 601 Light Street 501 East Pratt Street 600 North Charles Street

410-539-1797 410-837-6700 410-685-3750 410-685-2370 410-576-3800 410-547-9000

527 North Charles Street

410-539-8880

Catering 21 Sascha's

Clothing 31 In the Details

813 West 36th St., Hampden 410-889-0380

Events for a full list of events see page 66

Baltimore Pride

www.baltimorepride.org

410-837-5445

1019 Cathedral Street

410-727-3434

Florists Flowers by Chris

Hair Salons / Barbershops Neal’s The Hair Studio & Day Spa 856 Park Avenue Zena’s Spa & Salon 1014 North Charles Street

410-528-8100 410-783-1971

Holistic Health / Healing / Spiritual 37 Bikram Yoga Hampden

911 West 36th St., Hampden 410-243-2040

Home Decor 32 Trohv

921 West 36th St., Hampden 410-366-3456

Leather / Erotica Chained Desires

136 West Read Street

410-528-8441

Massage / Massage Therapists Live Well Be Well

911 West 36th Street

443-531-8743

Pharmacies / Health & Beauty Mount Vernon Pharmacy Park Avenue Pharmacy

900 Cathedral Street 1535 Park Avenue

410-539-8030 410-225-0800

Shopping 35 Charlotte Elliott & The Book Store Next Door 837 W 36th St. 410-243-0990

Transportation Services Amtrak - 1500 N Charles St

www.Amtrak.com

800-USA-RAIL

Travel Services / Tours / Sightseeing Harborplace and The Gallery at Harborplace 200 E Pratt Street 410-332-4191

Wine & Spirits Bin 604 Spirits of Mount Vernon

604 South Exeter Street 900 North Charles Street

410-576-0444 410-727-7270

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Baltimore ACCOMMODATIONS 3 Hilton Baltimore 4 Radisson Plaza Lord Baltimore 5 Sheraton Inner Harbor

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Bagby Pizza Co. Fleet Street Kitchen Ten Ten Talara

Owl Bar 1 East Chase St

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Attractions American Visionary Art Museum

Maryland Historical Society

800 Key Highway 410-244-1900 www.avam.org The museum is the national repository for the artworks created by self-taught artists & the building's architecture is an artistic creation unto itself. Located in a historic location in downtown Baltimore at the base of Federal Hill.

Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum 216 Emory Street 410-727-1539 www.baberuthmuseum.com George Herman "Babe" Ruth was born February 6, 1895 at 216 Emory Street, a Baltimore row house that is now just a long fly ball from Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Over the course of its 30-year history, the Babe Ruth Museum's mission has evolved to not only feature the greatest baseball player ever, but also to present the rich and storied histories of Baltimore's Orioles and Colts.

B & O Railroad Museum 901 West Pratt Street 410-752-2490 www.borail.org This National Historic Landmark holds the oldest, most historic and comprehensive American railroad collection in the World, in a unique complex of historic structures, all on a 40-acre historic site universally recognized as the birthplace of American railroading.

Charles Theater, The 1711 North Charles Street 410-727-3456 www.thecharles.com The only theatre of its kind in Baltimore, The Charles has the unique distinction of offering first-run specialty films in addition to Hollywood movies, foreign films and cinema classics. The 1150-seat, 23,000 square-foot movie house is located in one of Charles Street's most intriguing historic buildings.

Harbor East 1040 Hull Street, Suite 200 443-573-4466 www.harboreast.com Baltimore’s premier waterfront entertainment/lifestyle destination is located where President Street meets Aliceanna Street. Harbor East offers a collection of the area’s finest restaurants and retail.

Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall 1212 Cathedral Street 410-783-8100, www.bsomusic.org The Symphony Hall has been the home of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra since its opening in 1982. Among the most recognizable structures in Baltimore, the unique, circular building instantly became the artistic and cultural hub of Baltimore, serving as a world-class performance space for the BSO. Named for the late Baltimore philanthropist and former BSO president, Joseph Meyerhoff, the 2,443seat hall has been hailed for its pristine acoustics & versatility. As one of the city’s premier cultural venues, the Meyerhoff has played host to int’l classical stars.

201 West Monument Street 410-685-3750 Discover the history of Maryland and America at the home of the original manuscript of the Star-Spangled Banner. Don't miss Tench Tilghman's Revolutionary War uniform, Benjamin Banneker's almanac, portraits, silver, furniture & more!

Maryland Science Center 601 Light Street 410-545-5927, www.mdsci.org One of Baltimore’s premier locations for family entertainment is located at the famed Inner Harbor, offering three full floors of hands-on exhibits, IMAX films, planetarium shows, kids? room, observatory, science store and a new cafe.

Maryland Zoo In Baltimore Druid Hill Park 410-396-7102, www.marylandzoo.org Baltimore's wildest attraction! The zoo is home to more than 2,000 exotic mammals, birds and reptiles in a wooded, 180-acre setting. Free parking.

National Aquarium in Baltimore 501 East Pratt Street, Pier 3 410-576-3800 www.aqua.org Stunning exhibits and more than 11,000 aquatic animals?plus the widely lauded new exhibit, Animal Planet Australia, make this Inner Harbor destination Baltimore’s most popular attraction.

Walters Art Museum 600 North Charles Street 410-547-9000 www.thewalters.org The collection presents an overview of world art from pre-dynastic Egypt to 20thcentury Europe, and counts among its many treasures Greek sculpture and Roman sarcophagi; medieval ivories and Old Master paintings; Art Deco jewelry and 19th-century European and American masterpieces.

The USS Constellation Historic Ships Museum 301 East Pratt Street 410- 539-1797 www.constellation.org USS Constellation, the last all sail warship built by the US Navy, is open to the public as a museum in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. The USS Constellation Museum invites guests to discover life on board the only Civil War era vessel still afloat and explore the ship's maritime history. It is also the custodian of all related artifacts, materials, and histories from the Baltimore-built Frigate Constellation of 1797, to the 1960s-era aircraft carrier Constellation CVA-64, celebrating over 200 years of naval history.

Washington Monument Museum at Mt. Vernon Place 2600 Madison Avenue 410-396-7837 The first U.S. heroic and civic monument was designed by Robert Mills. Call to make arrangements for groups or rental of the facility.

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Mount Vernon ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Biltmore Suites 2 Embassy Suites Baltimore Downtown

DINING 18 Mount Vernon Stable & Saloon 21 Sascha's

RESOURCES 30 GLBT Communtiy Center of Baltimore & Central Maryland

ATTRACTIONS

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Artscape

Baltimore Restaurant Week (Winter) January - February, 2014 Various restaurants across Baltimore www.baltimorerestaurantweek.com At select restaurants, enjoy a variety of three-course prix-fixe dinners and lunches, in just about any cuisine that strikes your fancy. Visit the website for a complete list of participating restaurants, menus, and to make reservations.

MAY Baltimore's Soft-Shell Crab Week Annually in late May Various restaurants across Baltimore www.dinedowntownbaltimore.com

JUN HONFest

July 19th - 21st, 2013, [11am-9pm] www.artscape.org Station North Arts & Entertainment District USA’s largest free arts festival, attracting 350,000+ attendees over three days. Artscape features 150+ fine artists, fashion designers and craftspeople; visual art exhibits on and off-site including exhibitions, outdoor sculpture, art cars, photography and the Janet & Walter Sondheim Prize; incredible live concerts on outdoor stages; a full schedule of performing arts including the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra; family events such as hands-on projects, demos, contests, children's entertainers and street theater; and a delicious, menu of food and drink.

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June 14th - 15th, 2014 www.honfest.net HonFest is a local tradition. The “Bawlmer” term of endearment, “Hon,” short for Honey, embodies the warmth and affection bestowed upon our neighbors and visitors alike by historic working-women of Baltimore.

Baltimore Pride Parade & Festival Official 2014 dates TBA (previously on June 15th -16th, 2013) Druid Hill Park www.baltimorepride.org The Parade will kick off at the corners of Read and Charles Streets in Mount Vernon and travel four blocks north up Charles Street to Chase Street. The festival will feature many regional and local performers, vendors, the Lady Lisa Memorial Drag Stage, a Family Zone, the WeDo Baltimore mass wedding, and plenty of fun for the whole community to enjoy. An estimated 5,000 celebrants are expected to come out on Sunday for the fun and festivities.

Chesapeake Pride River Cruise Official 2014 dates TBA (previously on June 22nd, 2013) Mayo Beach Park 4150 Honeysuckle Drive, Mayo, MD 410-599-0273 www.chesapeakepridefestival.org Join us for the 3rd annual Pride Cruise aboard the beautiful Richard Lee, one of the last wooden tour boats to be built in the Chesapeake Bay. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served, and a cash bar available. The boat depart from Discovery Village Marina, 4800 Atwell Rd, Shady Side, MD. There's limited space on the boat, so get your tickets quick before they're all gone!

JUL Baltimore Restaurant Week (Summer) July 26th - August 4th, 2013 www.baltimorerestaurantweek.com The most delicious week of summer is back as many of Baltimore's best restaurants offer special three-course menus for Baltimore Restaurant Week. Get a taste of Baltimore with specially crafted three-course prix-fixe dinner menus for $30.13 and $20.13. Plus, some restaurants are offering two-course lunch menus for $15.13.

Chesapeake Pride Festival August 3rd, 2013 (12 to 6 PM) Mayo Beach Park, Edgewater, MD 410-353-5534 www.chesapeakepridefestival.org This Chesapeake Pride Festival promises to be the best one yet. This year, we are "at the beach" on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Join us for a day of fun, friends, food, drink and GREAT entertainment including our annual drag show, plus a couple of other surprises.

SEP HampdenFest September 14th, 2013 www.hampdenfest.blogspot.com hampdenfest@gmail.com HampdenFest began as a local community event organized by the Hampden Village Merchants Association and the Hampden Community Council, but in recent years has evolved into a neighborhood arts festival that draws visitors, as well as local residents, to enjoy the community of merchants on and around West 36th St.

OCT The Fell's Point Fun Festival October 6th - 7th, 2013 [11am-7pm] 812 South Ann Street, Baltimore MD 410-675-6758, fpfunfest@aol.com www.preservationsociety.com This outdoor street festival is held every year in Baltimore's original deep water seaport, Fell's Point. The festival was originally started as a way to raise funds and draw attention to Fell's Point when the area was slated for demolition due to highway construction. The Fell's Point Fun Festival continues that tradition, showcasing historic Fell's Point, it's businesses, its charming 18th and 19th century residences, and Baltimore City life.

DEC Baltimore Lighted Boat Parade Official 2013 Dates TBA (Previously on December 1st, 2012) 410-868-7440, www.fpyc.net December's annual boat parade sees more than 50 pleasure craft making their way from Baltimore's Inner Harbor to Fells Point, festooned with holiday lights and other colorful decorations. Benefitting Toys for Tots.

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Welcome... from the Hampden Merchants Association Welcome to Baltimore's Hampden! We are one of the most colorful neighborhoods in a city known for its colorful neighborhoods. Whether this is your first time here or a return jaunt, we're thrilled you've decided to visit us. We are, so we’ve been told by visitors, an anomaly in many cities today. We are mostly a neighborhood of locally owned, independent businesses. You won’t find a Starbucks or an Urban Outfitters on our Avenue, and we’re proud of that. In their place you’ll discover a diversity of businesses owned and operated by a cross-section of Baltimore city residents. Our award-winning eateries and boutiques showcase the best of Baltimore. What’s more, the folks waiting on you live here. And the chances are very good they are a nationally recognized artist or musician. We couldn’t be more excited that you’ve decided to visit us, and we hope you come back soon. John Waters has said, “"I've always been inspired by Hampden.” We hope you will be too. For more information about Hampden, please visit hampdenmerchants.com. Sincerely,

Benn Ray President, Hampden Village Merchants Association

ampden has always celebrated diversity, so it can be no surprise that we rejoiced when Prop. 6, Marriage Equality, passed resoundingly in Maryland. By press time, Baltimore’s Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will have presided over a mass Pride wedding, but Café Hon hosted a gay ceremony and reception months ago. Growth in Hampden continues apace with new restaurants including internationally renowned Robbin Haas’ Birroteca; services ranging from beauty and health to massage and yoga; and both new shops and major expansions of established businesses such as Atomic Books. Mill #1 (a massive restoration and rehabilitation of one of the original mills for which the area was famous–see below) is busily signing folks up for new apartments. And about those mills? The Jones Falls on our western edge provided water energy for the cotton duck mills whose sails powered the Baltimore Clipper tall ships bringing international trade to the City. Today the mills are being converted into residences and multi-use facilities as people rediscover the convenience of City living–with country amenities from our abundant parks teeming with wildlife. All this within walking distance of The Avenue, the heart of Hampden’s shopping district. Located near several major universities (Johns Hopkins, Loyola, Notre Dame, University of Baltimore, and the Maryland Institute of Fine Art are all just minutes away), The Baltimore Zoo and Baltimore Museum of Art. A five-minute cab ride from Penn Station and ten minutes from downtown, Hampden retains its small town charm with its host of individual stores offering an amazing variety of shopping and local taverns and restaurants providing fabulous food and entertainment. Come celebrate First Fridays, Hampdenfest and HONfest, The Mayor’s Christmas Parade, and The Miracle on 34th Street. In Hampden, EVERY day is a holiday!

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Discover Hampden HAMPDEN FEATURED BUSINESS LISTINGS Restaurants / CafĂŠs 10 13.5% Wine Bar

1117 West 36th Street

410-889-1064

40+ wines by the glass, 150 bottled selections, artisan beers and custom cocktails all compliment a creative, seasonal menu of locally-sourced items.

12 Cafe Hon

1002 West 36th Street

410-243-1230

The authentic Baltimore dining experience, featuring Baltimore's tastiest crab cakes, meatloaf, homemade pies, decadent hot fudge sundaes & bread pudding.

14 Golden West Cafe

1105 West 36th Street

410-889-8891

New Mexican Cuisine with something for everyone. Casual, family-friendly and eclectically decorated, featuring a long bar with a wide selection of beers & more.

15 Grano Emporio

3547 Chestnut Avenue

443-438-7521

Traditional & contemporary trends in Italian cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients-excellent wine selection.

16 Grano Pasta Bar

1031 West 36th Street

443-896-3429

A Baltimore favorite â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Small, intimate setting. You choose your sauce and pasta. Eat in or carry-out. BYOB

17 Holy Frijoles

908 West 36th Street

410-235-2326

Addictive Mexican fare and an award-winning bar. Dine in or carry-out. Check out our menu online at: www.holyfrijoles.net

20 Rocket to Venus

3360 Chestnut Avenue

410-235-7887

A restaurant and bar. Dinner is served 5-11 pm. Sunday brunch noon-7 pm. Reservations are encouraged. Visit us online at: www.rockettovenus.com

Adult Entertainment / Products 33 Sugar

927 West 36th Street

410-467-2632

An adult toy boutique, where sex is celebrated, everyone is welcome & the toys are hot! Enter from the parking lot off Roland, under Sprout. sugartheshop.com

Antiques / Collectibles / Home Decor 34 Avenue Antiques/The Ideal

901-905 West 36th Street

410-467-0329

Now TWO stores w/60+ merchants. Antiques/collectibles: art, vintage clothing, jewelry, pianos, pinups & more! www.facebook.com/avenueantiques

35 Charlotte Elliott & The Book Store Next Door 837 W 36th St. 410-243-0990

Enjoy our cultivated collection: Fine furniture & art, Vintage clothes, Hand-woven Rugs, African, Tribal & Asian art, and in The Book Store Next Door-Rare Books.

32 Trohv

921 West 36th Street

410-366-3456

Trohv is an inventive, independently owned shop featuring new and vintage home goods and gifts.

Clothing 31 In the Details

813 West 36th Street

410-889-0380

Feel GREAT Fashion. Extraordinary clothing & accessories for men and women, plus sizes too. Open 7 days a week.

Health / Wellness / Yoga 37 Bikram Yoga Hampden

911 West 36th Street

410-243-2040

An oasis in the heart of Hampden. Offering the original HOT YOGA seven days a week. 7 showers Free Parking.

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