THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
LONG ISLAND Vol. 7
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT LONG ISLAND
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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ABOUT LONG ISLAND LGBTQ Long Island Long Island is as varied and diverse as most states, crammed into 1400 square miles. Though Queens and Brooklyn are technically on Long Island, the term “Long Island” really refers to Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Easily accessible from NYC by the Long Island Railroad (LIRR), Long Island encapsulates mellow suburbs, busy cities and quiet rural areas. The most popular vacation destinations in Long Island are the North Fork, with its picturesque wineries, and of course the Hamptons for its privileged beach homes. Other areas to know about are the North Shore, once so famous as home to the rich that Fitzgerald set his novel The Great Gatsby there, and the South Shore, which tends to be more diverse and popular for its beaches. Of course, just off the South Shore is the hedonistic Fire Island, which can be accessed by ferry from Sayville or Bay Shore. The west side of the Island is more populous, with the numbers starting to dwindle the further east you go. And you should definitely head east to experience North Fork. In the past few years, North Fork wineries have come into their own and LI wines are carried in some of NYC’s finest restaurants. Long Beach, on the South Shore is also worth a visit, as it has become a hip area of hotels and shops. 4
RESTAURANT GUI DE Copperhill Locally sourced New American dining in renovated landmark farmhouse with a porch & taproom. 234 Hillside Avenue, Williston Park, NY
Lisbon Cafe Classy yet family-friendly locale preparing traditional Portuguese steaks, chops, chicken & seafood. 399 Jericho Turnpike, Jericho, NY
Lakehouse Intimate eatery renowned for New American fare & water view offers mahogany bar & lakeside fire pit. 135 Maple Ave, Bay Shore, NY
Cafe Havana Island fare plus mojitos served in a splashy dining room with palm trees. 944 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY Small Batch American dishes with local, seasonal ingredients prepared in farmhouse-chic digs at Roosevelt Field. 630 Old Country Rd, Garden City, NY
Peppercorns Since 1983, local staple dishes out steaks & Continental comfort food plus a popular Sunday brunch. 25 E Marie St, Hicksville, NY
Pace’s Steak House High-end chophouse serving signature dry-aged beef & seafood with a deep wine list & bustling bar. 325 Smithtown Bypass, Hauppauge, NY
Tango Argentinian Steakhouse Relaxed Argentinian steakhouse serving up a menu of meat, seafood & pasta, plus wines. 99 W Suffolk Ave, Central Islip, NY
Tullulah’s Mod haunt with warm decor serving a seasonal American tapas menu, craft beers & speakeasy cocktails. 12 4th Ave, Bay Shore, NY
Waterzooi Belgian Bistro & Oyster Bar Mussels are the main event at this Belgian bistro with lots of imported beers & a lively bar scene. 850 Franklin Ave, Garden City, NY
Ristegio’s Restaurant & Lounge Casually elegant restaurant & bar with a varied menu that includes steaks, seafood, pasta & sushi. 641 Medford Avenue (Route, 112, Patchogue, NY
Cafe Baci Italian fare served in large portions for over 25 years at this lively trattoria. 1636 Old Country Rd, Westbury, NY Blackstone Steakhouse Prime meats plus sushi & seafood in a wood-accented space with a powerlunch vibe & bar scene. 10 Pinelawn Rd, Melville, NY
Drift 82 Easygoing, family-friendly waterfront stop for surf & turf classics plus wine & cocktails. 82 Brightwood St, Patchogue, NY
Majors Steak House Chophouse standards are supplied in this family-friendly outpost with an oldschool vibe. 284 E Meadow Ave, East Meadow, NY
SMOK-HAUS Slow-cooked BBQ & street food, plus draft beer & cocktails, served in bustling, informal surrounds. 7 12th St, Garden City, NY
The Cull House Restaurant Casual, beachy fixture serving sea fare on paper plates amid nautical decor & a welcoming vibe. 75 Terry St, Sayville, NY
7 12th St, Garden City, NY Contemporary white-tablecloth restaurant & bar offering classic seafood & outdoor seating. 1960 Bayberry Ave, Merrick, NY
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE JANUARY
FEB 04 - 06
SWING ON THE SOUND
JAN 22
S.O.S. is a Friday night to Sunday afternoon swing event featuring live music and dance instruction at all levels from world-renowned talent! For social media and other links: linktr.ee/ swingonthesound
MONTAUK DISTILLING X NOFODOCO
Bringing you the best cocktail flight paired with North Fork Donut companies specialized donuts! Learn more at www.bit.ly/3nwFCIy.
FEB 11
JAN 29
ALL AGES ROLLER SKATING @ GDC ROLLER SKATE RINK
WINTRY FOREST WALK
Join Group for the East End and Wild Heart Nature Connection for a stressless walk through the woods in this Shinrin-Yoku style walk. Details online at www.bit.ly/3KdP2SQ.
Masks are still required for All Ages Sessions. Tickets required for entry. Skate rentals are free. Skaters may bring their own quad skates or roller blades. Admission: $10 Skaters, $5 Chaperones/Non-skaters. We accept CASH ONLY at the door. Details online at www.bit.ly/3Ab0cDq.
JAN 30
KITTEN YOGA - SIP, STRETCH, PURR
FEB 24
Want to have a Sunday Funday? Join the North Fork Country Kids Animal Rescue for Beer and Kitten Yoga. Meet adoptable kittens with a Pint! learn more at www.bit.ly/3fqflXZ.
WINE PAIRING DINNER FT. MACARI VINEYARDS
Join us at COWFISH for an amazing evening of five delicious courses paired with the finest selections of wines by Macari Vineyards. www.bit.ly/3Kf63Mj
FEBRUARY FEB 04
MARCH
WESTBURY ARTS’ BLACK HISTORY MONTH ART EXHIBITION
MAR 04
African American Culture: Connecting the Community Through the Arts, offers a rich tapestry of live and video performances in storytelling, dance, song, poetry, artistic expression and cultural reflection! www.bit.ly/3npqiNN
DEATH AT THE DISCO!
Murder Mystery Night! 8pm - doors open at 7:15pm. $65 + fees per person includes Show,Dinner Buffet, Dessert & Coffee. Gratuity not included. Learn more at www.bit.ly/3nvlQwW.
FEB 04
MAR 11 - 12
CUSTER HONEY BEE CLUB MEET
BLUES FESTIVAL WEEKEND AT MADISON BEACH HOTEL
Not yet a beekeeper, but want to learn what beekeeping is all about? Are you a backyard beekeeper looking for other backyard beekeepers? Or a professional beekeeper interested in getting involved with the growing North Fork beekeeping movement? Come join us! www.bit.ly/3A0ux7s
Madison Beach Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton and The Wharf Restaurant announce the return of their Annual Blues Festival Weekend. Live concert by The Jake Kulak Band featuring blues legend Bob Margolin and Jeff Pitchell. Visit www.bit.ly/33J3sd6.
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BAR GU ID E Pavillion
Blanche Part of Long Island’s gay community for 24 years and counting Oyster Bay - 47-2 Boundry Avenue, Farmingdale, NY
A legend in the LGBTQ+ dance, club, party and film world.
36 Fire Island Blvd, Sayville, NY Beach Bar Seasonal, high-energy nightspot with big outdoor patio offering bay views and a mixed crowd 58 Foster Avenue, Hampton Bays, NY
Long Island Eagle Bar & Night Club Leather/motorcycle crowd South Shore - 94 N Clinton Avenue, Bay Shore, NY Veranda @ Long island Eagle “Veranda at the Eagle different than expected” South Shore - 94 N. Clinton Avenue, Bayshore, NY
Winners Circle Nite Club Latin dance, nightspot with DJs, cocktails, bar bites and a mixed crowd 39 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY
Sip·n·Twirl Gay nightclub with a full bar, dance floor & rotating DJs, plus events such as movie & drag nights. 36 Fire Island Blvd, Fire Island Pines, NY
Vibe Lounge Live music 60 N Park Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY
Aura Futuristic-looking nightclub with a spacious bar with a mixed crowd 1900 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY
The Blue Whale Buzzing waterfront gay bar & eatery with drag brunches, dance parties, seafood & cocktails. Harbour Ln, Bay Shore, NY
Avanti “Best Latin Saturday” in town 173 Post Avenue, Westbury, NY
Mystique Hookah Lounge Offering hundreds of hookah flavors in a plush surrounding with occasional belly-dancers & a mixed crowd 973 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY
Lizard Lounge DJ fueled dance parties, live bands and karaoke nights 4589 Sunrise Hwy, Bohemia, NY Wall St Lively high end, neon-lit nightclub with plush benches & a mixed crowd 575 Smithtown Bypass, Hauppauge, NY Chango Latin nightclub with a mixed crowd 3834 31st Street, Long Island, NY
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MAR 18
APR 06
LIMACON 2022
NASSAU COUNTY RESTAURANT WEEK
LIMAÇON, designed for mathematics educators from primary through university level, provides opportunities for professional interactions and offers a forum for the exchange of concerns, innovative ideas, and achievable goals. www.bit.ly/33hPqzg
1st Annual Nassau County Restaurant Week is a Food & Drink celebration of Nassau County, New York Restaurants, Chefs, Caterers and Businesses. This exciting campaign helps boost business to Nassau County, New York Food & Drink establishments. www.tohcoc.com
MAR 19
APR 07
ST. PATRICK’S DAY BAR CRAWL
The Crawl is for All! Every wristband comes with 2 free drinks. 5 bars, 6 hours with specials at every bar. Dress to impress! Prizes will be given for most festive outfit. www.bit.ly/33nDcVx
MASKS & MUSICALS (FALL/ WINTER)
8:30 PM - MIDNIGHT EVERY THURSDAY. Sing for free with a live piano at Bar Nine in Midtown. We film videos too! www.bit.ly/3FILGE8
MAR 23
PAINT NITE: THE ORIGINAL PAINT AND SIP PARTY
APR 12 - 14
SAGAPONACK SUNSET ELECTRIC BIKE TOUR
Why buy art when you can fill that hole on your wall with a masterpiece made by your own hand? At an Original Paint Nite party you’ll have the most fun night out AND come away with a handmade work of art. No experience necessary! www.bit.ly/33AVna7
Our 15 mile guided tour experience will be a thoroughly enjoyable ride to the pavilion at Sagg Main Beach, and follows much of the historic street racing route of the vintage Bridgehampton Sports Car Races, but at a relaxing, norush pace on a modern Class 1 electric bike. www.bit.ly/32d2bdS
APRIL APR 01
MAY
WELCOME TO #SFFF - FREE EVENT
MAY 13 - 15
Stress Free First Fridays: an event where you’ll be stress free, can relax, have fun, and not spend all your money! 2 for 1 drinks, 420 friendly, free limited tables, and food all night. Learn more at www.bit.ly/3FCUIT5.
DESERTFEST NY
Europe’s leading stoner rock collective are firmly planting their feet back into New York’s underbelly with a mammoth line-up celebrating the very best of heavy music. Learn more online at www.deserfestnewyork.com.
APR 01 -30
MAY 14
LONG ISLAND WING HUNT!
LI’s famous self guided wing tour is back! The most fun you will have all Spring! Follow the “LI Wing Trail” to all of LI’s Best Wing spots and get free wings with your wing pass all season! www.bit.ly/33sdQG3
POSH PETS RESCUE BINGO BASH!
$30 Ticket includes: 8 Games of Bingo, Pizza, Coffee/Tea, Dessert. Also featuring: Raffle Prizes, 50/50, Cash Bar, Wine Pull, Posh Pets Merch, Jackpot Prizes and MORE. Visit poshpetsrescueny.org/bingomarch2022
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EVENT SCH ED ULE JUNE
MAY 14
MAYDAY MUSIC FESTIVAL
JUN 03
The May Day “Mayday” Festival is a celebration of music, food, libations and community.
THE LUXE LIBRARY’S BOOK LOVERS WINE CLUB!
The ultimate social experience for book lovers! Enjoy our finest wine as we sit back, relax and discuss the latest in life and literature! Best part, you can now enjoy the experience virtual or inperson! www.theluxelibrary.co
Our goal is to join with our neighbors, friends, and family while raising awareness of the issues facing all working people. For important updates and festival information, be sure to check out the event website: Visit www.maydaymusicfestival.com.
JUN 09 - 12
LONG ISLAND WINE LOVERS TRIP
MAY 14
Looking for your perfect fall weekend getaway? Wondering what to do now that you’re vaccinated? Join Jump & Wine on a wine trip! With over 90 wineries to choose from, Long Island Wine Country is a wine lover’s dream, having vineyards aligning both sides of the road. www.bit.ly/3rvp2Kl
BRUNCH AND JAZZ ON THE DOCK
Join TheTacklebox.fish and Denise King for a live performance and brunch for anglers and friends in the jazz community. www.bit.ly/3GETojE
MAY 21
JUN 18
NY BEST WINGS FEST!
POP STYLE SATURDAYS @ BOURBON STREET
The NY Best Wings Festival is home to over 7k enthusiastic attendees of all ages from New York, Long Island and the Tri-State Area.
Every Saturday the rooftop at Bourbon Street gets jam packed with people ready to party and have a blast. A real PARTY where people dance their stress away into the night & work up a sweat! www.bit.ly/32d63vq
Foodies and wing fans are excited consumers looking to live it up in the sun with friends, family and loved ones in an engaging environment with activities, food, beverages and live entertainment. Learn more online at www.nybestwingsfestival.com
JUN 23
LONG ISLAND CHOICE CAREER FAIR
You’ll meet face-to-face with hiring decision-makers from some of the areas
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
LONG ISLAND GAY MEN’S GROUP Gay men’s social group 131 Middle Rd , Sayville, NY
SCO FAMILY OF SERVICES Bringing families together 1 Alexander Place, Glen Cove, NY
THE HAMPTONS GLBT CENTER New Hamptons GLBT Center 44 Union Street, Sag Harbor, NY LONG ISLAND PRIDE CHORUS Anyone can sing! Oyster Bay - 109 Browns Road, Huntington, NY OUTNABOUT GLEN COVE Church-based social group North Shore - 7 North Lane, Glen Cove, NY PRIDE FOR YOUTH COFFEEHOUSE Weekly youth activity 2050 Bellmore Avenue, Bellmore, NY
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ANIMAL HOSPITAL Bellerose Animal Hospital...................................... 21
IV VITAMIN INFUSIONS iV Bars Inc- NY........................................................... 5
BANK Valley Bank........................................ back outside cover
MORTGAGES City Island Associates, Inc......................................... 9
CRUISES WHENEVER... Travel Ltd.......................................... 21
PERSONAL INJURY Alonso Krangle LLP................................................. 19 NHG & Associates ,P.C............................................... 8
DELI Ben’s Kosher Deli.................................................... 14
REAL ESTATE The Ranellone Team............................................... 17
DIVORCE Tabat, Cohen, Blum, Yovino & Diesa, PC................2, 7 Wisselman, Harounian & Associates PC.... front cover, 13
RESTAURANT ITA Kitchen.............................................................. 11
FAMILY LAW Tabat, Cohen, Blum, Yovino & Diesa, PC................2, 7 Wisselman, Harounian & Associates PC.... front cover, 13
SENIOR LIVING Peconic Landing................................. front inside cover TRAVEL WHENEVER... Travel Ltd.......................................... 21
FOOD BANK Long Island Cares Inc.............................................. 15
VETERINARIAN Bellerose Animal Hospital...................................... 21
INSURANCE Adriana Giampapa- Liberty Mutual Insurance.......... 1 Goosehead Insurance- Bill Condy........................... 21 Paul Guttman & Co. Inc........................................... 14 INVESTMENT ADVISOR Louis C. Cilberti & Associates Ltd.............................. 3
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE top employers. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resumes. Learn more at www.bit.ly/3A5NeGM.
JUN 30
LONG ISLAND CHAMPIONS OF DIVERSITY JOB FAIR
Presenting a unique multimedia career fair experience that provides the latest in social networking communications and online recruitment technology, along with the diverse multicultrual network of Champions of Diversity. www.bit.ly/3Ii1srd
JULY JUL 01
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE
Each and every Friday.....It’s going down at Brasserie Creole with Dj Jimmy / Dj Luko & Guests. Hookahs available. Ladies free Before 12am! details available at www.bit.ly/3fuhaTL.
JUL 07
DOUBLE DUTCH & DUMBBELLS FITNESS CLASS
We are a Boutique fitness class Bringing YOU Dance, and jump rope as well as DOUBLE DUTCH NOSTALGIA & along with lifting weights. www.bit.ly/3fOMywt
JUL 08 - 10
DIVA ROYALE DRAG QUEEN SHOW
Featuring The Finest In Drag Queen
Dinner and Brunch Shows and Female Celebrity Impersonation. Get Up Close And Personal With Your Host Diva Drag Queen and Her Guest Drag Queen Divas! Visit www.bit.ly/3I4AT8K.
JUL 22
FLASHBACK FRIDAY’S @ THE LAVISH VENUE
Prepare to go on a musical journey as the DJ spins some of Afrobeats, Dancehall, Reggae, Soca, Hip Hop, and R&B’s best from past to present. If you love the Afro-Caribbean and Hip Hop culture and appreciate a chill lounge vibe, this is the event for you! Learn more online at www.bit.ly/3rolidy.
JUL 31
GLO BEAUTY EXPO & RUNWAY SHOW
This runway show will combine beauty, high fashion, lights, and top industry secrets. Fun for those who are part of this crazy world of beauty and all others that desire to let their inner beauty GLO. www.bit.ly/3FOKu25