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NEW YORK CITY Welcome to

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ew York City is home to more than 8.5 million people and stands as the world’s dynamic center for the financial, media, advertising and fashion industries. Complementing these powerhouse industries are fine dining, visual and performing arts, shopping and nightlife that would impress even the most discriminating traveler. The city is divided into 5 boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island. New York City is often referred to simply as “The City.” This New York City FunTravel Guide® will help you explore the gay and lesbian side of “The City” so you can have a thrilling time. The gay movement in NYC has grown ceaselessly, with the annual Heritage of Pride’s, Pride March, Rally, Dance and Pridefest. New York City has always been known for it’s annual events and happenings that keep gay and lesbian life thriving year round. The City is a sightseer’s mecca and a trip to the Big Apple is not complete without seeing some of the world famous local sights, including the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Rockefeller and Lincoln Centers, Times Square, Central Park, 9/11 Memorial, Liberty Plaza, The Highline, Riverside Park, the UN and a multitude of museums. Don’t forget to visit the many diverse neighborhoods of Manhattan, including Chelsea, Greenwich Village, East Village, Hell’s Kitchen, Chinatown and the Financial District. This is only a small sampling of the endless opportunities travelers from all over the world will find for fun and excitement here in New York City. Trains, subways, busses, taxis, limousines, helicopters and ferries will get you anywhere you want to go, both in and out of the city. If never-ending action becomes a little overwhelming, relaxation can be sought at nearby Fire Island. This beautiful beach oasis will calm your nerves and take your mind away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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2018 Summer/Fall Edition NYC Overview 6 Hotels & Resorts 7 Attractions 15 Bars & Clubs 23 Map of Manhattan 27 Map of Chelsea and East Village 31 Map of Hell’s Kitchen 35 Restaurants 39 Events 43 Shopping & Services 47 Fire Island 51

Alan H. Beck - Publisher Tony Adams - Editor Fred Foster - Office Manager Sach AD Group - Graphic Designer Columbia Marketing Corp. Fun Travel Guides 1118 NW 4th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 USA funtravelguides.com info@funtravelguides.com

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OUT OF TOWN ACCOMMODATIONS

NYC OVERVIEW

GREETINGS FROM NGLCCNY

ear Visitor, On behalf of The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, New York (nglccNY) welcome to New York. As the business voice of the LGBTQ community in the NYC metro area, we are proud to promote our businesses and community to our members, local residents, and, of course, visitors to our area like you. Since its inception in 2008 as the satellite office and affiliate chamber of the National LGBT Chamber of commerce in Washington DC (NGLCC), our organization has been dedicated to helping local LGBT businesses thrive. The nglccNY advocates for and unites the LGBT business community of New York, conveys business interests to local policy-makers and works to create opportunities to allow LGBT business owners to have the same opportunities as any other business owners. If you are not a member of our chamber you can learn more by reaching out to us. We encourage you to support your local LGBT chamber of commerce, wherever you may be from. Please feel free send us an email should you be interested in learning more about us at info@nglccny.org. Sincerely, Thomas “TJ” Chernick Director of NGLCCNY

GREETINGS FROM LGBT CENTER

GREETINGS FROM PUBLISHER

elcome to New York, the most vibrant city on earth!

No trip to New York City is complete without a stop at The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center. For over 30 years, The Center has provided a place to connect and engage, find camaraderie and support, and celebrate the vibrancy and growth of our community in a welcoming space that fosters connections and celebrates our cultural contributions. We are located at 208 W 13 Street, and we serve as a lifeline for the LGBTQ community 365 days a year. At The Center, we strive to serve the LGBTQ community with a full-service, multi-faceted approach to programming, from offering health and wellness programs; to arts, entertainment and cultural events; to recovery, wellness, parenthood and family support services. Each year, The Center welcomes more than 300,000 visits to our building in the West Village neighborhood of Manhattan. To learn more about our work, please visit www.gaycenter.org. We look forward to welcoming you! Sincerely, Glennda Testone Executive Director The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center

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elcome to New York City. You will find it a city in constant transformation. Here, the LGBT+ Community thrives and re-invents itself, in every aspect. Active and vibrant, the organizations that support and protect gay life, continue to serve their constituencies. If you are coming on vacation or for business, opportunities abound to enjoy the City’s offerings. Accommodations that are first class, great attractions, an active bar and club scene, with parties of all kinds, great restaurants and wonderful shopping venues, and signature events not to be missed. I have published map/guides serving the LGBT for over 27 years. With the introduction of the Internet, apps and social media, our company has kept abreast of the times and brings you the best combination of information, pictures, advertising and fun, both in print and digitally, to make your trip to New York City and other cities, a great experience. Check out the latest changes and new events on www.funtravelguides.com, or download our new App. Getting around the city is easy with taxies, subways, busses, trains, ferries and helicopters. If you get overloaded and need some relaxation, check out nearby Fire Island, where you can relax, enjoy the ocean and party way the night. Have Fun! Alan H. Beck, Publisher

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Featured Hotels & Resorts 1. Affinia Shelbourne NYC

303 Lexington Avenue at 37th Street 212-689-5200 www.affinia.com/shelburne

You love action-packed places, but savor a little privacy when you need it – a happy medium, an opportunity to be social in a cool environment. Enter the most comfortable boutique hotel in the heart of Murray Hill; a few blocks from Grand Central Terminal. Pop down on the train for New York nights with a relaxed vibe. Check out the views from your residentially appointed room or suite, or grab a bite at Rare Bar & Grill and a cocktail from our seasonal rooftop bar, Rare View to take in the stunning Midtown skyline. As a kid-friendly and pet-friendly hotel, feel free to bring your whole family! Love the Room. Live the City.

2. Chelsea Mews Guest House 344 West 15th Street 212-255-9174

www.chelseamewsguesthouse.com

Built in 1840, The Chelsea Mews Guest House is NYC’s oldest gay guest house. Almost two centuries later, guest can experience a carefree feeling in an upbeat, gay environment located in the heart of Chelsea. The private guest house is decorated primarily with authentic Early American furnishings and art. Whether planning a one-night stay or extended visit, the Chelsea Mews will welcome you.

3. Colonial House Inn 318 West 22nd Street 212-243-9669 www.colonialhouseinn.com

Centrally located on a quaint, tree-lined street in the heart of Midtown New York City’s vibrant Chelsea neighborhood and steps from the famous High Line, subways and buses, shopping, restaurants and New York City’s most famous attractions. The Colonial House Inn has been a charming boutique Bed-and-Breakfast for visitors since 1985.

4. Dylan Hotel NYC, The 52 East 41st Street 212-338-0500 www.dylanhotelnyc.com

With just 107 stylish guest rooms and distinct service, the Dylan Hotel NYC is sized for relaxation and appointed for pleasure. Enjoy the intimate lobby, meet for a cocktail in the Benjamin Steakhouse’s classic bar, or just be seen. After all, the New York Tribune referred to this beautiful 1911 building as “an artistic structure of white marble, in the style of the French Renaissance of the Louis XVI period, finished with iconic pilasters and balconies at the second story and similar decorative balconies at the top story.”

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5. Element New York Times Square West 311 West 39th Street 212-643-0770 elementtimessquare.com

Element New York Times Square West will inspire and rejuvenate you while in the heart of New York City. Located just steps from Times Square, Madison Square Garden, and The Port Authority Bus Terminal. Our eco-friendly Times Square hotel gives you space to live your life, with fully-stocked kitchenettes, rooftop patio, and bikes to borrow.

6. Four Points by Sheraton Midtown Times Square 326 West 40th Street 212-967-8585 fourpointstimessquare.com

Four Points by Sheraton MidtownTimes Square is conveniently located in the heart of Manhattan. Explore the city that never sleeps while you stay steps away from amazing restaurants, eclectic shops, well-known museums, and other must-see things to do in Times Square. After a full day, sit back and relax at This Times Square Hotel.

7. Homewood Suites 312 West 37th Street 212-244-0644 www.homewoodsuites.com

Conveniently located on the West Side of Manhattan, just one block from Times Square, the Homewood Suites by Hilton New York/Midtown Manhattan Times Square-South, NY, hotel offers a contemporary base in the heart of The Big Apple. Guests at this all-suite NYC hotel can enjoy access to everything that New York has to offer; from art galleries, theaters and music venues to worldclass shopping, eclectic dining and nightlife. Visit NYC attractions including the Broadway Theater District, Times Square and Radio City Music Hall, stroll through Central Park, window shop on Fifth Avenue and discover the surrounding neighborhoods of Midtown, Chelsea and the Flower District.

8. Kimberly Hotel & Suites 145 East 50th Street 212-755-0400 www.kimberlyhotel.com

Located in midtown Manhattan, the heart of New York City, the Kimberly Hotel radiates a refined elegance with traditional European flair. Our warm, inviting atmosphere, united with a sincere commitment to personalized service, sets a distinct standard among luxury boutique New York City hotels.

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Discover more at funtravelguides.com 9. New York Marriott Marquis 1535 Broadway 212-398-1900 www.marriott.com

Set in the heart of Times Square, this iconic hotel lets you experience all the magic of New York from the moment you arrive. Inside the towering hotel, you’ll find some of New York City’s largest hotel rooms and suites, multiple restaurants- including the only revolving restaurant in the city and our new outdoor lounge. Whether visiting for a family vacation, romantic getaway or attending a conference, the New York Marriott Marquis is truly the perfect hotel for your stay in New York City.

Heart of the City Nestled between the United Nations and Grand Central terminal, The Westin New York Grand Central is a welcome respite in midtown Manhattan. Visit westinnewyorkgrandcentral.com or call 866.716.8108 for reservations.

10. Novotel Times Square 226 West 52nd Street 212-315-0100 accorhotels.com

With a premium central Manhattan location and iconic sweeping views of Times Square, the Novotel New York Times Square hotel is situated in close proximity to the Broadway Theater district, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, World-class shopping, and ‘Must-See’ Landmarks. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience in 4-star contemporary comfort, whether your stay is for business or leisure.

11. Westgate New York City 304 East 42nd Street 212-986-8800 www.westgateresorts.com

The hotel itself, with its gothic revival architecture blended with modern renovations, is a historical landmark recognized by Historic Hotels of America. There are 23 floors with 300 guestrooms in total – 89 in the North Tower and 211 in the South Tower. The hotel contains 248 guest rooms, 39 suites and 13 balcony rooms. Presiding over 42nd Street, this Midtown East hotel is within walking distance of the United Nations and Grand Central Station.

12. Westin New York Grand Central 212 E. 42ndStreet 212-490-8900

westinnewyorkgrandcentral.com The Westin New York Grand Central welcomes travelers to New York City with thoughtful amenities, inspired accommodations and a superb location in Midtown Manhattan. Benefit from our proximity to local points of interest like Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park and Madison Square Garden, plus enjoy seamless access to downtown via an array of nearby public transportation hubs.

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Hotels TIMES SQUARE

TAG Approved Accommodations CHELSEA

Holiday Inn Manhattan 6th Ave- Chelsea The High Line Hotel The Maritime Hotel

www.hi-nyc.com www.thehighlinehotel.com www.themaritimehotel.com

FINANCIAL DISTRICT

Holiday Inn Manhattan- Financial District www.hihotelmanhattan.com Millenium Hilton www.newyorkmillenium.hilton.com Residence Inn New York Downtown Manhattan/World Trade Center Area www.marriott.com The Wagner at the Battery www.thewagnerhotel.com W New York- Downtown www.wnewyorkdowntown.com

MIDTOWN / CENTRAL PARK

Park Central New York Park Lane New York The Quin The Sherry-Netherland Warwick New York WestHouse

www.parkcentralny.com www.parklanenewyork.com www.thequinhotel.com www.sherrynetherland.com www.warwickhotels.com/new-york

Aliz Hotel www.alizhotel.com CAMBRiA Hotel & Suites Times Square www.cambriatimessquare.com Crowne Plaza Manhattan Times Square www.cpmanhattantimessquare.com DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Times Square www.nyc.doubletreehotels.com Hampton Inn Manhattan Times Square North www.manhattantimessquarenorth.hamptoninn.com Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square Central www.newyorktimessquarecentral.hgi.com Hilton Garden Inn Times Square www.timessquare.hgi.com Hilton Times Square www.timessquare.hilton.com Hotel Mela Times Square www.hotelmela.com Hyatt Times Square timessquare.hyatt.com Loews Regency Hotel, New York www.loewshotels.com/en/Regency-Hotel Manhattan Times Square www.manhattanhoteltimessquare.com Paramount Hotel www.nycparamount.com Row NYC www.rownyc.com Royalton Hotel www.royaltonparkavenue.com The Knickerbocker Hotel www.theknickerbocker.com The Time Hotel www.thetimeny.com W New York- Times Square www.wnewyorktimessquare.com

UPPER EAST SIDE

Courtyard Manhattan Upper East Side Hotel Wales NYLO New York City

MIDTOWN / EAST SIDE

DoubleTree by Hilton Metropolitan www.metropolitannewyorkcity.doubletree.com Renaissance New York Hotel 57 www.newyorkhotel57.com Renwick Hotel New York City, A Curio Collection by Hilton www.cuuriocollection3.hilton.com Royalton Park Avenue www.royaltonparkavenue.com The Lexington New York City â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an Autograph Collection www.lexingtonhotelnyc.com The Maxwell New York City www.themaxwellhotelnyc.com W New York- Union Square www.wnewyorkunionsquare.com

MIDTOWN / WEST SIDE

Courtyard New York Manhattan / Herald Square www.marriott.com DoubleTree by Hilton New York Times Square West www.doubletreetsw.com Refinery Hotel New York www.refineryhotelnewyork.com SpringHill Suites New York Midtown Manhattan www.marriott.com Stewart Hotel www.stewarthotelnyc.com The GEM Hotel Midtown West www.thegemhotel.com The Gregory Hotel New York www.thegregoryhotelnewyork.com The Michelangelo www.michelangelohotel.com

SOHO

Courtyard New York Manhattan / SoHo The Dominick The James New York- Soho

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courtyard.marriott.com www.thedominick.com

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www.marriott.com/nycmh www.hotelwalesnyc.com www.nylohotels.com

Featured Attractions 1. 9/11 Memorial & Museum 180 Greenwich Street, Manhattan 212-266-5211 www.911memorial.org Remembering and honoring the 2,983 people killed in the attacks of 2/26/1993 and 9/11/2011, and those who risked their lives to save others. The Memorial is free. The museum is ticketed. 2. One World Observatory One World Trade Center 285 Fulton Street, Manhattan 844-696-1776 www.oneworldobservatory.com On levels 100, 101, and 102 of the 1,776 foot One World Trade Center building, One World Observatory™ provides unique, panoramic views of New York City, its most iconic sites, and surrounding waters.

3. Red Hook Ferry/IKEA www.nywatertaxi.com/ikea New York Water Taxi runs a daily shuttle from Wall Street’s Pier 11 in Manhattan to Brooklyn’s IKEA! Free on weekends. During the week, if you spend at least $10 at IKEA, you get $5 off your bill, covering your ferry trip ticket! Take some time to explore swiftly gentrifying Red Hook and the Gowanus Canal while you are there. 4. Staten Island Ferry Whitehall Terminal Whitehall Street, Manhattan 212-839-7061 www.siferry.com This free half-hour ride gives you great views of lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. 5. Museum of Modern Art

(MoMA) 18 W 54th Street, Manhattan 212-708-9400 www.moma.org MoMA is the largest platform for contemporary art in the USA. Admission is free on Friday evenings! Seen it all? Want more? Visit their second location in Queens: MoMA PS1 | 22-25 Jackson Avenue, Long Island City, NY

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6. Guggenheim Museum 1071 5th Avenue 212-423-3500 www.guggenheim.org

Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, this is the round museum with the iconic coiled ramp. Committed to innovation, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation collects, preserves, and interprets modern and contemporary art, and explores ideas across cultures. Also located in Venice, Bilbao and Abu Dhabi.

7. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts Broadway/Columbus Avenue between 62nd & 66th Streets www.lincolncenter.org 212 875-5456

Dance, music, film, opera, theater, and festivals! A dazzling complex of performance spaces and exhibits. Year-round indoor and outdoor events. You must consult their calendar when planning your trip. Stroll the plaza and its gorgeous fountain, or get take-out across the street at Boulud for your picnic in the Barclay Grove by the Henri Moore and Alexander Calder sculptures.

8. Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street 212-535-7710 www.metmuseum.org

Real New Yorkers may lose their driver’s license but never their Met membership card! It gets you express entrance, previews, special hours, discounts and guest passes. Tourists who do the math often find membership worth the cost. The Met Fifth Avenue presents over 5,000 years of art spanning all cultures and time periods. Since 1880, its footprint in Central Park has grown to more than two million square feet. You’ll never see it all, and don’t miss its two other locations: the MET Breuer on Madison Ave at 75th St, and, The MET Cloisters in Manhattan’s Fort Tryon Park. (See why that membership is a bargain?)

9. The High Line www.thehighline.org 212 500-6035

Rusty tracks have become a lush urban paradise. The brainchild of a gay NYC couple, the High Line is a public park built on an abandoned freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan’s West Side. It runs from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District to West 34th Street, between 10th and 12th Avenues.

10. Statue of Liberty and Ellis island Liberty Island, NY 212-363-3200 www.statueoflibertytickets.com

One ferry excursion gets you to both. Research your family history at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Ferries Depart from NYC’s Battery Park or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ

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Discover more at funtravelguides.com 11. Leslie-Lohman Museum of Gay & Lesbian Art 26 Wooster Street, NYC 212-431-2609 www.leslielohman.org

Put this at the top of your list. Created by its founders to preserve LGBTQ identity and build community, the Leslie-Lohman delivers artistic achievement from a queer perspective. The exhibits are always provocative. Their newly expanded space is an LGBTQ cultural hub. Check their calendar for events at their second location, PROJECT SPACE, 127-B Prince Street, NYC.

12. The Stonewall Inn 53 Christopher Street, NYC 212 488-2705

www.thestonewallinnnyc.com/ #wherepridebegan This is where PRIDE began. In the heart of historic gay Greenwich Village. Take a moment to stand where the courageous rioted and marched to make you free.

13. Whitney Museum of American Art 99 Gansevoort Street, NYC 212-570-3600 www.whitney.org

Designed by architect Renzo Piano and situated between the High Line and the Hudson River, the Whitney’s new building increases its exhibition and programming space, providing the most expansive view ever of its unsurpassed collection of modern and contemporary American art.

14. Top of the Rock 50th St between 5th & 6th Ave 877-692-7625 www.topoftherocknyc.com

Best elevator ride in NYC! The multi-level observation decks have stunning panoramic views. Timed or unscheduled ticketing.

15. Time Square/ Theatre District Times Square Visitors Center 1560 Broadway, between 46th & 47th Street www.timessquarenyc.org/ whats-happening

New Yorkers may say “No, thanks” to its crushing crowds, but it’s on your bucket list, so be careful with your valuables, and spend a few minutes at the center of it all where the lights are always bright. Plan your visit to Times Square to include a Broadway show.

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Featured Nightlife 1. Barracuda 275 West 22nd Street 212-645-8613

7. Ritz, The 369 West 46th Street 212-333-4177 www.ritzbarandlounge.com Gay dance club with with DJs on 2 floors, plus lounge rooms to mingle in & an outdoor patio.

facebook.com/BarracudaLounge This Chelsea institution features the best happy hour and late-night entertainment in the neighborhood. Stop by for a quick drink, or an evening with friends.

2. Boxers Chelsea: 37 West 20th Street 212-255-5082 Hell’s Kitchen: 742 9th Avenue 212-951-1518 Boxers Upper East Side: 1664 3rd Avenue 646-869-1410 www.boxersnyc.com NYC’s Premier Gay Sports Bars with three convenient locations. 3. Eagle NYC 554 West 28th Street 646-473-1866 www.eagle-ny.com

The Eagle bar originally was a longshoreman’s pub called the Eagle Open Kitchen from 1931 to 1970. After the Stonewall riots, the Eagle Open Kitchen was acquired by Jack Modica who turned the pub into a leather/ levi bar in 1970. With a few coats of black paint and an old beat up motorcycle for decoration, an institution was born.

4. The Hanger 115 Christopher Street 212-627-2044 A fun and friendly place for a quick beer, a game of pool, or the lastest from the DJ’s. 5. Industry Bar 355 West 52nd Street 646-476-2747 indusry-bar.com Spacious, industrial-chic gay bar with a bustling after-work scene fueled by a nightly happy hour. 6. Posh 405 West 51st Street 212-957-2222 www.poshbarnyc.com Posh Bar & Lounge is the first and original gay bar in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. Named Get Out! Magazine’s “Best LateNight Bar in NYC,” it’s true that we only get better with age!

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8. Therapy 348 West 52nd Street 212-397-1700 therapy-nyc.com Since 2003, they’ve been making the community feel great. Therapy opens every night at 5pm for good times in Hell’s Kitchen! Come early for Happy Hour specials, come late for nightly DJ’s. 9. Townhouse Bar of NY

236 East 58th Street 212-754-4649 www.townhouseny.com For over 25 years, the Townhouse Bar of NY has attracted a stylish crown in a sophisticated atmosphere. With three rousing bars under one roof, and nightly piano entertainment, a great time is always had by all. 10. Ty’s 114 Christopher Street 212-741-9641 tys.nyc One of New York’s first gay bars to open after the Stonewall riots of 1969, Ty’s has been gay owned and operated since opening in 1972, and it’s always been a “man’s” bar. Throughout the years, we’ve catered to the Levi’s/T-shirt, leather, and bear communities. We’re well known for our no-attitude policy, friendly helpful staff, and great drinks at great prices. Tourists from around the world feel as welcome here as the locals who call it home. We proudly sponsor many community events and charities. Ty’s is the official bar of Fireflag/EMS and the Empire City Motorcycle Club, and it’s the home of the ‘Ballbreakers’ softball team.

well as an outdoor patio!

11. Uncle Charlie’s 139 East 45th Street 646-476-9532 www.unclecharliesnyc.com Conveniently located in midtown, Uncle Charlie’s is a welcoming place with a large lounge area, a piano lounge as

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List of Bars and Clubs

Abbey, The Bembe Branded Saloon Camp Galapagos Art Space Ginger’s Bar Langston’s Metropolitan Outpost

Albatross Bar Club Evolution Friend’s Tavern Hombres Lounge Icon Music Box True Colors

Barracuda Boxers NYC Eagle NYC, The Gym Sportsbar ReBar West Side Club

Brooklyn

536 Driggs Avenue 81 South 6th Street 603 Vanderbilt Avenue 179 Smith Street 16 Main Street 363 Fifth Avenue 1073 Atlantic Avenue 559 Lorimer Street 1014 Fulton Street

Queens

3619 24th Avenue 76-19 Roosevelt Avenue 7811 Roosevelt Avenue 85-28 37th Avenue 31-84 33rd Street 40-08 74th Street 79-15 Roosevelt Avenue

Chelsea

275 West 22nd Street 37 West 20th Street 554 West 28th Street 167 Eighth Avenue 225 West 19th Street 27 West 20th Street

East Side

Bemelman’s Bar at the Carlyle Hotel 35 East 76th Street Boxers UES 1664 Third Avenue Brady’s Piano Bar 235 East 84th Street East Side Club 227 East 56th Street Evolve 221 East 58th Street Lips 227 East 56th Street Toolbox 1742 Second Avenue Townhouse Bar, The 236 East 58th Street Uncle Charlie’s 139 East 45th Street

Boiler Room, The Club Cumming Nowhere Phoenix

East Village

86 East 4th Street 505 East 6th Street 322 East 14th Street 447 East 13th Street

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718-599-4400 718-387-5389 718-484-8704 718-852-8086 718-222-8500 718-788-0924 718-622-5183 718-599-4444 718-636-1260

718-204-9707 718-457-3939 718-397-7256 718-930-0886 917-832-6364 718-457-5306 718-672-7505

212-645-8613 212-255-5082 646-473-1866 212-337-2439 646-863-2914 212-691-2700

212-744-1600 646-869-1420 212-744-4949 212-888-1884 212-355-3395 212-675-7710 212-348-1288 212-754-4649 646-476-9532

Harlem

Alibi Lounge Billie’s Black

2376 Adam Clayton Powell 917-472-7789 271 West 119th Street 212-280-2248

Hell’s Kitchen

9th Avenue Saloon Atlas Social Club Barrage Blue Bar at the Algonquin Bottoms Up / Vodka Soda Boxers HK Fairytail Lounge Flaming Saddles Saloon Harware Bar Industry Posh RISE Ritz Lounge, The Stage 48 Therapy

Castro Dive Bar Suite Bar

Arthur’s Tavern Cubbyhole, The Duplex, The Hanger, The Henrietta Hudson Julius Marie’s Crisis Monster, The Pieces Rockbar NYC Standard Grill Stonewall Inn Ty’s

656 9th Avenue 753 9th Avenue 401 West 47th Street 59 West 44th Street 315 West 46th Street 742 9th Avenue 500 West 48th Street 793 9th Avenue 697 10th Avenue 355 West 52nd Street 405 West 51st Street 859 9th Avenue 369 West 46th Street 605 West 48th Street 348 West 52nd Street

Upper West Side

104 Dyckman Street 667 10th Avenue 992 Amsterdam Avenue

West Village

57 Grove Street 281 West 12th Street 61 Christopher Street 115 Christopher Street 438 Hudson Street 159 West 10th Street 59 Grove Street 80 Grove Street 8 Christopher Street 185 Christopher Street 848 Washington Street 53 Christopher Street 114 Christopher Street

212-254-7536 917-265-8006 212-477-4744 212-477-9979

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212-307-1503 212-262-8527 212-586-9390 212-840-6800 212-969-0460 212-951-1518 646-684-3897 212-713-0481 212-924-9885 646-476-2747 212-957-2222 646-892-3313 212-333-4177 212-957-1800 212-397-1700

646-918-7959 646-756-5230 212-222-4600

212-675-6879 212-243-9041 212-255-5438 212-627-2044 212-924-3347 212-243-1928 212-243-9323 212-924-3558 212-929-9291 212-675-1864 212-645-4500 212-488-2705 212-741-9641

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12th Ave 9th Ave

West Side Hwy

Huds

Chelsea

Chelsea Park

F.I.T.

W 26th St

W 28th St

Madison

E 28th St

Madison Ave

W 28th St

554 W 28th St

6th Ave

Koreatown

Empire State Bldg

W 34th St

5th Ave

Manhattan Mall

495

303 Lexington Avenue at 37th St

Affinia Shelbourne NYC

52 E 41st St

Dylan Hotel NYC, The

E 25th St

Murray Hill /Gramercy

E 27th St

E 28th St

E 29th St

E 30th St

E 31st St

E 32nd St

304 E 42nd St

St. Vartan Park

E 26th St

E 34th St

United Nations

Kips Bay

34th St Heliport

Queens

Westgate New York City

495

E 39th St

E 40th St

E 42nd St

E 43rd St

E 33rd St

Tunnel Exit

Penn Station

495

Central Terminal

139 E 45th St

2nd Ave

The Eagle NYC

W 34th St

Macy’s

W 39th St

W 40th St

Bryant Park

W 42nd St

W 43rd St

E 49th St

E 50th St

E 51st St

Midtown East

227 E 56th St

Uncle Charlie’s

Westin NY Grand Central Grand 212 E. 42ndSt

236 E 58th St E 57th St

Townhouse

1742 2nd Ave

The Toolbox

East Side Club

E 59th St

E 60th St

E 63rd St

Rockefeller University

Midtown Tunnel

Roosevelt Island

Queensboro Bridge

495

Queens

Queensbridge Park

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1st Ave

W 35th St

W 36th St

Port Authority Bus Terminal

656 Ninth Ave

9th Ave Saloon

1535 Broadway

Marriott Marquis

315 West 46th St

W 48th St

Rockefeller Center

Bottoms Up / Vodka Soda

d wa

W 37th St

W 38th St

W 39th St

W 40th St

W 41st St

W 42nd St

W 43rd St

W 44th St

W 45th St

Theater District

369 W 46th St

Broa

Jacob Javits Center

Lincoln Tunnel

667 10th Ave

Dive Bar

401 W 47th St

Barrage

W 46th St

W 47th St

The Ritz

7th Ave

697 10th Ave

W 48th St

W 49th St

W 50th St

145 E 50th St

Kimberly Hotel & Suites

227 E 56th St

Lips

3rd Ave

Hardware

742 9th Avenue

226 West 52nd St

Novotel Times Square

MoMA

W 53rd St

5th Ave

605 W 48th St

Boxers HK

W 51st St

W 52nd St

w ay

348 W 52nd St

Therapy

859 9th Ave W 54th St

6th Ave

Stage 48

W 55th St

355 W 52nd St W 53rd St

Industry

Rise

W 57th St 11 West 53 St (between 5th & 6th Ave)

221 E 58th St

Evolve

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1000 5th Ave. at 82nd St

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883 Ninth Ave

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447 E 13th St

Phoenix

Caravan of Dreams

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Columbus Park

Little Italy

144 2nd Ave

Veselka

505 East 6th St

Leslie-Lohman Museum of Gay & Lesbian Art 26 Wooster St

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86 E 4th St

St Marks Pl

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225 W 19th St

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400 West 23rd St

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211 W 20th St

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Chuck and Blade

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Purple Passion

5th Ave

203 8th Ave

37 W 20th St

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222 8th Ave West 21st St

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Rainbow Station

7th Ave

233 8th Ave

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222 Chelsea Exclusive NY

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Foragers

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312 W 37th St

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554 W 28th St

Madison Ave

Homewood Suites

6th Ave

9th Ave

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2162 Broadway

West 36th St

6th Ave

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Dining Caravan of Dreams Chuck and Blade Coopers Craft and Kitchen (2 locations) Cowgirl High Street Il Bambino Rail Line Diner Restivo Ristorante Veselka

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Park Ave

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49 West 64th St

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20 West 64th St

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119 W 57th St

PURE Thai Cookhouse 766 9th Ave

Posh

Novotel Times Square 226 W 52nd St

Industry Bar

405 W 51st St

355 West 52nd St

Top of the Rock

50th St between 5th & 6th Ave

Therapy

Briciola

348 West 52nd St

370 W 51st St

Boxers Hell’s Kitchen 742 9th Ave

Time Square/Theatre District

1560 Broadway, between 46th & 47th St

Ritz, The

369 W 46th St

Joe Allen Restaurant 326 W 46th St

Four Points by Sheraton Midtown Times Square 326 W 40th St

Element by Westin Times Square West 311 W 39th St

Gay Men‘s Health Crisis Hotline 446 W 33rd St

New York Marriott Marquis 1535 Broadway

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Featured Restaurants 1. Joe Allen Restaurant 326 West 46th Street 212-581-6464 www.joeallenrestaurant.com

Serving the Broadway community since 1965

2. Atlantic Grill 49 West 64th Street 212-787-4663 www.atlanticgrill.com

Fresh Seafood dishes in polished surroundings.

3. Bouludsud 20 West 64th Street Located in One Lincoln Plaza 212 595-1313 www.bouludsud.com/nyc

Mediterranean restaurant, café, epicerie, by Chef Daniel Boulud.

4. Briciola 370 W 51st St, Hell’s Kitchen (near PURE) 646 678-5763 www.briciola.nyc Italian tapas and wines

5. Caravan of Dreams 405 East 6th St, East Village 212 254-1613 www.caravanofdreams.net Organic vegan

9. Cowgirl 519 Hudson Street 212-633-1133 www.cowgirlnyc.com

Since 1989, Cowgirl has helped shape the NYC community of the West Village by welcoming people of all walks of life with Texas-friendly service, food and killer margaritas.

10. High Street on Hudson 637 Hudson Street 917-388-3944 www.highstreetonhudson.com

Drop by for a coffee, glass of wine or a bite to eat... serving breakfast, lunch and dinner

11. II Bambino Two locations: 34-08 31st Ave, Astoria/Queens 718-626-0087 48 West 8th Street, West Village 212-228-2466 www.ilbambinonyc.com Creative panini

12. Maison Harlem 341 Saint Nicholas Avenue, Harlem 212-222-9224 www.maisonharlem.com French bistro (its bar attracts LGBT crowd)

13. Mott Haven Bar and Grill

1 Bruckner Blvd, South Bronx 718-665-2001 www.motthavenbar.com Classic American grill

6. Chuck and Blade 184 8th Avenue 646-370-3494 www.chuckandbladeny.com

Classic chophouse serving dinner and weekend brunch

7. Colonie

127 Atlantic Ave, Cobble Hill, Brooklyn

718 855-7500 www.colonienyc.com

Locally sourced eclectic 8. Coopers Craft and Kitchen

87 2nd Avenue | 646-606-2384 169 8th Avenue | 646-661-7711 www.coopersnyc.com Beers, Cocktails and Food at 2 Manhattan locations

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15. PURE Thai Cookhouse 766 9th Avenue, Hell’s Kitchen 212-581-0999 www.purethaicookhouse.com Authentic Thai

15. Restivo Ristorante 209 Seventh Avenue 212-366-4133 www.restivorestaurant.com

Authentic home cooked Italian food.

16. Veselka 144 2nd Avenue, East Village 212.228.9682 www.veselka.com Traditional Ukranian

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BEC Cafeteria Chelsea Square Restaurant Dallas Barbeque Dish Restaurant, The Elmo Intermezzo Lasagna Ristorante Pad Thai Noodle Lounge Peryiali Restivo Ristorante Rocking Horse Café The Rail Line Diner

148 Eighth Avenue 119 Seventh Avenue 368 West 23rd Street 261 Eighth Avenue 201 Eighth Avenue 156 Seventh Avenue 202 Eighth Avenue 196 Eighth Avenue 114 Eighth Avenue 35 West 20th Street 209 Seventh Avenue 182 Eighth Avenue 400 West 23rd Street

East Side

LCL Bar & Kitchen, The Lips Luna Piena Ristorante Italiano Pershing Square Cafe

212 East 42nd Street 227 East 56th Street 243 East 53rd Street 90 East 42nd Street

East Village

Dallas Barbeque La Palpa Pangea Yaffa Café

132 Second Avenue 77 St. Marks Place 178 Second Avenue 97 St. Marks Place

Hell’s Kitchen

Five Napkin Burger Gossip Bar & Grill Poulette

630 Ninth Avenue 733 Ninth Avenue 790 Ninth Avenue

Midtown / West Side

Arriba! Arriba! Dave & Buster’s Etcetera Etcetera Hell’s Kitchen Mama Mia 44sw Ristorante Amarone Vice Versa

Dallas Barbeque Lexington Candy Shop Café Luxembourg Benny’s Burritos Bus Stop Café Cowgirl La Ripaille Móle Philip Marie Pizzetteria Brunetti Standard Grill, The Red Lion, The

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1265 Third Avenue 1226 Lexington Avenue

Upper West Side

200 West 70th Street

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Featured Events 1. The New York Times Travel Show January 25th - 27th, 2019 Jacob Javits Convention Center 655 West 34th Street, New York 800-322-9332

Where to go on your next trip? Open your mind to the possibilities as you get a closer look at the hundreds of places featured at the show: domestic and inter national hot spots, familiar favorites, and those under - theradar escapes that are still relatively crowd-free.

2. The Original LGBT Expo September 29-30, 2018 Jacob Javits Convention Center 215-644-9515 www.thelgbtexpo.com

Celebrating its 25th year, the EXPO has helped to present the finest products and services available to the LGBTQ+ consumer. This year’s event features over 200 exhibiting companies, an engaging seminar series, live entertainment stage, and much more! The 100,000+ square foot show floor also spotlights specific areas dedicated to some of the most popular industries catering to the LGBT community including travel, weddings, small business, non-profit and family planning.

3. The Black Party Weekend March, 2019 www.theblackparty.com

One of gay New York’s largest attended, most anticipated and highly promoted events. Is considered the Father of all large circuit parties and with more than 4,000 attendees remains one of the biggest gay dance parties in the world. It is known and respected world wide for its notorious productions and continues to retain its reputation for cutting edge innovation and staging, superstar international DJs, world class performances and its legendary “Strange Live Acts”.

4. AIDS Walk New York May 2019 Central Park 212-807-WALK ny.aidswalk.net

In its over 30 years, AIDS Walk New York has inspired nearly 890,000 people to walk and millions more to donate, raising nearly $150 million to combat HIV and AIDS. The funds raised at the event remain a vital lifeline sustaining the prevention, care, and advocacy programs GMHC provides for the thousands of men, women, and families affected by the disease in the tri-state area. The proceeds also benefit several HIV/AIDS service organizations that are able to participate as teams and raise funds through the Community Partnership Program (CPP).

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5. Staten Island LGBT Pride Various Events in May 2019 718-808-1360 www.pridecentersi.org

Staten Island kicks off Pride Season in NYC with multiple events over 9 days in May. Events include a Youth Prom, Sober Social, Transgender Open Mic Night and a PrideFest celebration on the ground of Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Gardens.

6. Queens Pride June 2, 2019 Jackson Heights 347-494-1899 www.queenspride.org

Queens is New Yorks largest borough geographically and has several gay neighborhoods including Astoria, Woodside and Jackson Heights. The annual pride celebration is held in Jackson Heights with a parade down 37th Avenue.

7. Brooklyn Pride June 2019 Prospect Park / Park Slope 718-928-3320 www.brooklynpride.org

Held in Park Slope, one of NYC’s most concentrated lesbian neighborhoods, the Brooklyn Pride Parade is the Northeast’s only pride parade held at night. There is also a festival and events that include an Interfaith Service, a Pride Reception at Borough Hall, a 5K Pride Run, and an Official After Party.

8. Long Island Pride June 2019 561-323-0011 www.prideonthebeach.org

Each June, tens of thousands of LGBT Long Islanders, friends, and allies come together to celebrate LI Pride in beautiful Long Beach, NY. In 2018, thousands of visitors from 15 states, and 3 cities in Canada joined in the fun too, for the biggest Pride event LI Pride has held in its 28-year history.

9. Broadway Bares June 2019 Hammerstein Ballroom 212-840-0770 www.broadwaybares.com

Broadway Bars started in 1992 as fundraiser for those living with HIV/AIDS. Since then, the various editions of Broadway Bares have raised over $18 million for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

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Discover more at funtravelguides.com 10. Folsom Street East June 23, 2019

27th Street between 10th and 11th

www.folsomstreeteast.com

This is the largest outdoor fetish street festival on the East Coast, bringing thousands of sexy kinksters out onto the streets of NYC on a summer afternoon to celebrate sexual diversity and expression.

11. Harlem Pride June 2019 12th Avenue between W 135th and W 138th Streets 347-846-0362 www.harlempride.org

Each year, during the last weekend in June, the Harlem Pride Celebration Day features live entertainment and community tables. This family oriented festival serves as the greatest opportunity to bring the community together to celebrate diversity in Harlem.

12. NewFest: 30th Annual NY LGBT Film Festival October 24-30, 2018 www.newfest.org

As New York City’s premier LGBT film organization, NewFest empowers, educates, entertains, and provokes the culturally rich & diverse communities of the greatest metropolitan region. NewFest’s year-round programming includes NewFest: The New York LGBT Film Festival, one of the most comprehensive showcases of international LGBT film/video in the world.

13. New York City Pride Month

World Pride NYC / Stonewall 50

June 1-30, 2019 212-664-0979 www.nycpride.org

In 2019, NYC Pride welcomes WorldPride as the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising and a half-century of LGBTQIA+ liberation. For the first time in its 20-year history, WorldPride will be held in the United States. Events span June 1-30, 2019, culminating in the famous NYC Pride March on Sunday.

14. New York Musical Festival July 9 – August 5 www.nymf.org

The New York Musical Festival is the largest musical theater event in America. The preeminent site for launching new musicals and discovering new talent, the past 15 years has brought more than 85 festival shows to Broadway and Off Broadway. This is a non-profit artist service organization to ensure the future vitality of musical theater.

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1. 222 Chelsea Exclusive NY 222 8th Avenue 646-964-5444 www.chelseaexclusive.com

This men’s boutique in Chelsea is full of fun and unique styles. Find everything a styling man needs here, including swimsuits, athletic wear, casual and dressy clothing. For a day at the beach or a night on the town, 222 Chelsea Exclusive NY has everything you need.

2. Arrow Pharmacy 883 Ninth Avenue 212-245-8469 www.arrowpharmacy.com

Arrow Pharmacy has been serving the communities of New York City since 1940. Arrow Pharmacy is dedicated to providing their customers with services that are customized to meet their needs. Whether it’s prescription medications or over the counter products, they are here to answer any and all of your questions.

3. Crunch Gym Over 20 NYC Locations www.crunch.com

No Judgments. Some may call it a tagline, but for Crunch, it’s a way of life. No judgments means room for everyone, regardless of shape, size, age, race, gender or fitness level. Feel good while reaching your goals.

4. Equinox Over 30 NYC Locations 212-677-0180 www.equinox.com

Equinox stands out among gyms in New York City and the greater metropolitan area, boasting a stunning portfolio of 36 unique locations. Featuring innovative group fitness classes, luxurious spas and exclusive boutiques, their legendary fitness clubs in New York provide members with an inviting and exhilarating fitness experience that’s truly unrivaled.

5. Foragers 233 8th Avenue, Manhattan 212-243-8888 56 Adams Street, Brooklyn 718-801-8400 445 Albee Square West, Brooklyn 929-379-0449 www.foragersmarket.com

Foragers mission is to provide high quality groceries from local farms andbetter producers. They have several locations all with the same mission, to offer well-priced, well-made food and drink that you can feel good about eating.

6. Leatherman, The 111 Christopher Street 212-243-5339 www.theleatherman.com

The Leather Man, Inc. began on Christopher Street in New York City in June, 1965 when their founder, Chuck Mueller, decided to make leather clothing for himself and anyone else who might be interested. Over 50 years later, The Leather Man continues to sell the finest in leather, bondage, sex toys, lube and accessories.

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7. NY Sports Clubs Over 40 NYC Locations www.newyorksportsclubs.com

With convenient locations throughout NYC, each club is as diverse as its neighborhood. With a variety of fitness classes, swimming pools, exercise machines, free weights and sports leagues, NY Sports Clubs have everything you need to stay in shape.

8. Out of the Closet 475 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn 718-637-2955 www.outofthecloset.org

When you shop at Out of the Closet Thrift Stores, you’re directly helping people living with HIV. 96 cents of every dollar collected by their stores goes directly funds AIDS Healthcare Foundation’s HIV/AIDS programs and services in the U.S. and abroad.

9. Pleasure Chest 1150 2nd Avenue 212-355-6909 156 Seventh Avenue South 212-242-2158 www.thepleasurechest.com

Since 1971, The Pleasure Chest has firmly believed that everyone has a fundamental right to pursue sexual fulfillment. They support their community’s sexual growth and exploration by pioneering a sex positive culture, with an emphasis on education, enjoyment, and inclusivity.

10. Rainbow Station 203 8th Avenue 212-206-7259 www.rainbowstation.nyc

Visit the Rainbow Station for a huge array of thrilling items in the store, including brand name male clothing, sex toys, lubrication, leather gear, pipes, vaporizers, magazines, greeting cards and lingerie.

11. TAGG 720 Ninth Avenue 212-246-TAGG www.taggstore.com

TAGG is a super cool men’s boutique in NYC, featuring fashion’s most recognized brands and the latest from emerging designers. TAGG’s unique and funky environment makes shopping fun again.

12. Village Apothecary 346 Bleeker Street 212-807-7566 www.villageapothecary.com

The Village Apothecary was established in 1983 to serve the gay community. Their motto, “The Community Pharmacy That Cares” is more than just words, it is their way of life. This is a full services pharmacy, carrying health and beauty products, colognes, specialty cosmetics, vitamins, herbal and homeopathic products are available.

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Shopping and services Listings Quad Cinema 34 West 13th Street 212-255-2243

Adult Entertainment Products Les Hommes Book Shop 217 West 80th Street 212-580-2445

Health Clubs / Gyms Exercise & Fitness

Pleasure Chest, The 156 Seventh Avenue South 212-242-2158

Crunch Gym over 20 locations wwww.crunch.com

Rainbow Station 203 Eighth Avenue 212-206-7259

Equinox Fitness 30 NYC locations 212-677-0180

The Blue Store 206 Eighth Avenue 212-924-8315

New York Health and Racquet Club 9 NYC locations 800-472-2378

Attractions

New York Sports Club 2162 Broadway 212-496-2444

CityPASS www.citypass.com 888-330-5008

The Sports Center at Chelsea Piers 20th Street & Hudson River Park 212-336-6000

Leslie-Lohman Museum of Gay & Lesbian 26 Wooster Street 212-431-2609 Resorts World Casino 110-00 Rockaway Boulevard 718-215-2828 Catering Cocktail Caterers

www.cocktailcaterersnyc.com

646-331-9191

Leather / Erotica Eve’s Garden 119 West 57th Street 212-757-8651 Purple Passion 211 West 20th Street 212-807-0486 Markets

LCL Bar & Kitchen 212 East 42nd Street 212-405-4399

Foragers 33 8th Avenue, Manhattan 212-243-8888 56 Adams Street, Brooklyn 718-801-8400

Clothing

445 Albee Square West, Brooklyn

222 Chelsea Exclusive NY 222 8th Avenue 646-964-5444

929-379-0449

Pharmacies / Health & Beauty

Leather Man, The 111 Christopher Street 212-243-5339

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), AHF Pharmacy & Out of the Closet Thrift Stores 475 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn 718-637-2970

TAGG 720 Ninth Avenue 212-246-8244

Arrow Pharmacy 883 Ninth Avenue 212-245-8469

Eyewear Robert Mark 7 NYC Locations www.robertmark.com Entertainment/Recreation

CarePlus Pharmacy 126 8th Avenue 212-807-8798

Dave & Buster’s 234 West 42nd Street 646-495-2015

Village Apothecary 346 Bleecker Street 212-807-7566

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Wicked Gershwin Theatre 222 West 51st Street 212-586-6510

Spa / Sauna / Massage East Side Club 227East 56th Street 212-888-1884 West Side Club 27 West 20th Street 212-691-2700

Thrift Store Out of the Closet 475 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn 718-637-2955

Tattoos / Piercings Sacred Tattoo 424 Broadway 212-226-4286

Transportation Services

Theater / Performing Arts Book of Mormon Eugene O’Neill Theatre 230 West 49th Street 877-250-2929 Come From Away Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre 236 West 45th Street 212-239-6200

Amtrak 234 West 31st Street Amtrak.com 800-USA-RAIL Long Island Rail Road www.mta.info/lirr 718-217-LIRR (5477) Metro North www.mta.info/mnr 212-532-4900

Dear Evan Hansen Music Box Theatre 239 West 45th Street 212-239-6200

Premier Transportation 312-576-6957 Resources

Desperate Measures New World Stages 340 West 50th Street

DesperateMeasuresMusical.com

Drunk Shakespeare The Lounge 777 8th Avenue DrunkShakespeare.com

AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) www.aidshealth.org 323-860-5200 Callen

Lorde Community Health Center

356 West 18th Street 212-271-7200

Hamilton Richard Rogers Theatre 226 West 46th Street 212-221-1211

Gay Men‘s Health Crisis Hotline 446 West 33rd Street 800-243-7692

Kinky Boots Al Hirschfeld Theatre 302 West 45th Street 877-250-2929

LGBT Community Center 208 West 13th Street 212-62O-7310 New York City Anti-Violence Project 240 West 35th Street 212-714-1141

My Fair Lady Vivian Beaumont Theatre 150 west 65th Street 212-362-7600

National LGBT Chamber of Commerce NY (NGLCCNY) 6 East 39th Street 646-964-5027

The Bands Visit Ethel Barrymore Theatre 243 West 47th Street 212-239-6200

NYC & Company 810 Seventh Avenue 212-484-1200

The Cher Show Neil Simon Theatre 250 West 52nd Street 212-757-8646 Vitaly: An Evening of Wonders Westside Theatre (Upstairs) 407 West 43rd Street VitalyMagic.com

SAGE Center Harlem 220 West 143rd Street 646-660-8954

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Cherry Grove Fire Island Accommodations Dune Point 134 Lewis Walk www.dunepoint.com 631-597-6261 Grove Hotel Bayview Wallk www.grovehotel.com 631-597-6600 Belvedere Guest House 33 Bayview Walk 631-597-6448 www.belvederefireisland.com Horizon Beach House 56 Lewis Walk 631-597-6278 www.horizonbeachhouse.com

Dining

LONG ISLAND RAIL ROAD GETAWAY deals to Fire Island let you have fun and

Cherry Grove Pizza 179 Ocean Walk Cherry Lane Restaurant 158 Bayview Walk Floyd’s Restaurant 158 Bayview Walk Island Breeze 178 Bayview Walk Sand Castle on the Ocean 106 Lewis Walk at the Ocean Top of the Bay Bistro 1 Dock Walk

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631-597-6766 631-597-7859 631-597-3569 631-597-9111 631-597-4174 631-597-6028

Nightlife Cherry’s on the Bay 158 Bayview Walk Ice Palace Bayview Walk Island Breeze 178 Bayview Walk Mallory Square (Sayville) 41 River Road Sand Castle on the Ocean 106 Lewis Walk at the Ocean

631-597-7859 631-597-6600 631-597-9111 631-589-8628 631-597-4174

Attractions Fire lsland Lighthouse

4640 Captree Island 631-661-4876 www.fireislandlighthouse.com

Food / Groceries / Wine & Spirits / Ice Cream Cherry Grove Liquor Store Grove Market Sweet Licks Ice Cream

106 Lewis Walk 161 Bayview Walk 180 Bayview Walk

631-597-4400 888-720-6093 631-597-6464

Shopping / Gifts / Floral Cherry Grove General Store 159 Dock Walk Coastal Roots Fire Island 160 Main Walk FIG – Fire Island Goods 160 Main Walk Next Wave Fire Island 160 Main Street Rainbow Dreams in the Grove Hotel, Bayview Walk

631-597-7090 917-657-0136 631-597-6842 631-597-9283 631-597-3200

Real Estate Services A Summer Place Realty Douglas Elliman

157 Bayview Walk Dock Walk

631-597-6140 631-597-3030

Transportation Services

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Colonial Transportation Inc. 282 Railroad Avenue, Sayville 631-589-3500 www.colonialtransportation.com Fire Island Water Taxi www.fireislandwatertaxi.com 631-665-8885 Long Island Railroad www.mta.info/lirr/ 718-217-LIRR Sayville Ferry Service 41 River Road, Sayville 631-589-0810 www.sayvilleferry.com

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