THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
SEATTLE Vol. 8
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT SEATTLE
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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 SEATTLE LGBTQ Seattle Seattle is a lively urban city surrounded by incredible natural beauty. Located in Puget Sound, in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is surrounded by water, mountains and evergreen forests, encompassing thousands of acres of parkland (hence its nickname, “Emerald City”). The city is home to a thriving tech industry and is home to the Headquarters of both Microsoft and Amazon. Seattle is an area that has grown increasingly popular over the last two decades. In addition to its reputation as the espresso cart capital of the world, Seattle also has a dining scene that features acclaimed local chefs and internationally recognized cuisine. The city is extremely multicultural and is influenced by the Pacific Rim in art and architecture. The city offers residents a pace of life that can be either relaxed or fast paced and entrepreneurial. The futuristic Space Needle, a legacy of the 1962 World’s Fair, is its most recognizable landmark.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE The Pink Door Italian restaurant with burlesque shows & trapeze entertainment plus terrace with Elliott Bay views. 1919 Post Alley, Seattle, WA
Poquitos “Delicous Mexican Fusion” Capitol Hill - 1000 E. Pike Street, Seattle, WA Seastar Seattle Seafood at its finest Downtown 2121 Terry Avenue - Suite 108, Seattle, WA
Taurus Ox Petite neighborhood eatery featuring traditional Laotian stews & sausages plus small plates. 1523 E Madison St #101, Seattle, WA
Americana Comfort food with style Capitol Hill - 219 Broadway Avenue E, Seattle, WA
Julia’s on Broadway Light fare and cocktails in this roadway themed spot. 300 Broadway E, Seattle, WA
Geraldine’s Counter Corner Cafe 4872 S Rainier Avenue, Seattle, WA
Vivace Espresso Bar A beautiful cup of coffee Capitol Hill - 532 Broadway Avenue, Seattle, WA
Caffe Ladro Seattle Coffee Favorite 2205 Queen Anne Ave. North, Seattle, WA
Stellar Pizza Old-school pizzeria where everything is made to order. Georgetown - 5513 Airport Way S, Seattle, WA
Flying Squirrel Pizza Casual pizza joint 4920 S. Genesse Avenue, Seattle, WA
Lola Modern Mediterranean with North African riffs. Downtown - 2000 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA
Bizzarro Creative, artistic, and delicious! 1307 N 46th Street, Seattle, WA Copperleaf Restaurant Impossibly organic 18525 36th Avenue, South, Seattle, WA
Tamarind Tree Exotic elegance and artfully presented dishes Chinatown International District. 1036 S Jackson, Suite A, Seattle, WA
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2021 EVENT SCH E DULE NOVEMBER
makers in the Pacific Northwest at Urban Craft Uprising’s premier food show! www.urbancraftuprising.com
NOV 11
WEST SEATTLE ART WALK
DECEMBER
Experience the West Seattle Art Walk your way! We’ll enjoy the beauty of the artists together via Art Walk through artist receptions or follow along on Facebook and Instagram live! Visit us online at www.wsartwalk.org.
DEC 03
SOCIALLY INEPT: TECH ROAST SHOW
Renegade tech comedians roast whimpering techies on stage in front of a live crowd. Visit us online at www.twitter.com/techroastshow.
NOV 18
RISK! LIVE IN SEATTLE
RISK! is a live show and podcast where people tell true stories they never thought they’d dare to share.
DEC 05
THIS IS THE WAY 5K
In the spirit of Star Wars, this will be a FUN opportunity to get out your light saber and practice your best Darth Vader impersonation, as well as dress up in your favorite holiday race outfit! Visit www.run2befit.com/may-thecourse-be-with-you-5k.html.
Founded in 2009 by Kevin Allison of MTV’s legendary sketch comedy show, The State, RISK! has been downloaded tens of millions of times and has featured incredible true stories from Sarah Silverman, Kevin Nealon, Dan Savage, Margaret Cho, Trevor Noah, Michael Ian Black, and regular folks from around the world.
DEC 09
JUST A PHASE: QTPOC COMEDY SHOW
Join us for a monthly comedy showcase that highlights QT and/or POC comics. Get your tickets at eventbrite.com.
Slate calls RISK! “jaw-dropping, hilarious and just plain touching.” Come see RISK! live to hear incredible true stories that will make you laugh, cry and feel more human. Learn more online at www.RISK-show.com, get the RISK! podcast wherever you get podcasts, or follow RISK! on social media at @ RISKshow.
DEC 14
SEATTLE VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
DiversityX connects minority candidates with employers who value diversity. Our events help Black Americans, Latinx, Asian Americans, Native Americans, Women, People with Disabilities, and members of LGBTQIA+ find their next career. Visit www.diversityx.net.
NOV 19
SEATTLE BANDZ BASH 2
Eternal Productions presents The #1 Party/Networking event in Seattle! Don’t miss out, come ready to enjoy dancing, drinks and food, goods, and live talent with special guest performances. Limited tickets @ door! www.seabandz.eventbrite.com
DEC 16
SEATTLE’S BEST COMEDY SHOWCASE
A curated show of best of comedians in the Pacific Northwest. With surprise drop in touring comedians, mixed with local favorite and emerging talent come together to bring the laughter on a weeknight! Tickets at eventbrite.com.
NOV 20
GOBBLE UP SEATTLE 2021
Come discover the best craft food
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BAR GU ID E The Cuff Complex More muscle Capitol Hill - 1533 13th Avenue Seattle, WA
Diesel The new guy in town Central District - 1413 14th Avenue Seattle, WA
Neighbours Popular 18+ dance club with martini lounge Capitol Hill - 1509 Broadway Seattle, WA
Wildrose Tavern Seattle’s Lesbian bar: no thorns on these roses Capitol Hill - 1021 E Pike Street Seattle, WA
Seattle Eagle Seattle’s original leather bar Capitol Hill - 314 E Pike Street Seattle, WA
Unicorn French Circus meets Alternative Seattle Capitol Hill - 1118 E. Pike Seattle, WA
Madison Pub Traditional pub feel with darts, pool and a great jukebox Capitol Hill - 1315 E Madison Street Seattle, WA
Changes Wallingford’s neighborhood hangout Wallingford - 2103 N 45th Street Seattle, WA
C.C. Attle’s Local cruise bar Capitol Hill - 1701 E Olive Way Seattle, WA
Crescent Lounge Unpretentious karaoke joint Capitol Hill - 1413 E Olive Way Seattle, WA
Pony Reopens for the hot grunge crowd Capitol Hill - 1221 E Madison Street Seattle, WA
Kremwerk “Queer-Centric Underground Club in Denny Triangle” 1809 Minor Ave Ste 10
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE JANUARY
and Geeky. We try to have a bit of everything Nerdy and Geeky to scratch as many itches. Visit nerdfairecon.com.
JAN 03
SEATTLE 101
FEB 05
The flagship tour that started it all! Experience our unique take on Seattle and your insider’s guide to the Emerald City. Don’t just come to Seattle, experience Seattle! Learn more at seattlefreewalkingtours.com.
NORTH END MAKERSPACE: BOARD GAME NIGHT
Come join our board game night! This is a monthly gathering to play board games and chill. People are welcome to bring their own and your host will have some as well. Learn more online at www.northendmakers.org.
JAN 07 - 09
ORCACON 2022
OrcaCon features scheduled games, open gaming, tournaments, panels/ workshops, game demos, and more! www.orcacon.org
FEB 07
VIRTUAL: HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY
Learn tips, strategies and techniques to help you remember more. This class is ideal for students, professionals and lifelong learners. Visit irisreading.com.
JAN 18
FROM DAY ONE: SEATTLE 2022
Bringing together leading thinkers and top executives in HR, talent acquisition, diversity, employee engagement, benefits and CSR for an engaging, upto-the-minute conversation about how employers can build stronger bonds of trust and connection with their workers and their communities. Learn more at www.fromdayone.co.
FEB 24 - 27
WINTERGRASS 2022
With an emphasis on being both safe and fun, Wintergrass returns, in-person! Capacity at all 4 stages will be limited and we’ll adhere to the latest state and CDC guidelines. We know you, too, want to be safe while you’re having all that fun. Visit www.wintergrass.com.
JAN 21 - 23
HANDMADE GIFT SHOW
FEB 26
Urban Craft Uprising is Seattle’s largest indie craft show, hosting over 150 independent designers, artists, crafters and makers at our biannual shows. Visit www.urbancraftuprising.com.
BRAZILIAN CARNAVAL - MARDIS GRAS Celebrating 28 years of tradition and authentic Carnaval. Show Brazil! is the longest-running Brazilian Carnaval celebration in the Pacific Northwest.
FEBRUARY FEB 03
SEATTLE’S VIRTUAL GAME NIGHT!
The Annual Brazilian Carnaval brings to you the rich diversity of Brazilian music and dance from north to south of Brazil.
FEB 05
Powerful rhythms of traditional drumming with contemporary sounds of electric guitars, this annually soldout event brings to you the authentic experience of a Brazilian carnaval in Seattle. Celebrate with Eduardo
Make your game night legendary! Play fun online games, answer trivia, laugh ‘til it hurts, and connect with friends near and far. Learn more at letsroam.com.
NERDFAIRE CON 2022
A mini con for ALL THE THINGS Nerdy
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE Mendonça, Show Brazil! band, & nonstop Carnaval music & dancing.
The Rendezvous. Visit us online at look-up-records.com.
Attendees will get to experience a wide variety of region- and culturespecific Brazilian music and dance and Traditional Carnaval Costumes. Tickets available at eventbrite.com. Event always sells out, so get your tickets now.
MAR 17
VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: CONQUER OVERTHINKING
In this free and live workshop, discover and practice the behavioral sciencebacked framework to make efficient and confident decisions without losing your sleep (or your mind). Learn more online at www.lisonmage.com.
MARCH MAR 03
TOWNE PUB COMEDY OPEN MIC
APRIL
Every Thursday! 20 open slots, 4 minute sets. Come enjoy some laughs or participate. Sign up online @ townepubcomedy.com.
APRIL 19
SEATTLE CHEESE AND MEAT FESTIVAL
Over eighty licensed cheesemakers in the state are offering farmstead or off the farm, artisan or conventional, small batch or large batch, original or traditional style cheeses from cow, goat, and sheep’s milk. There is certainly no shortage of choices. Tickets and details at cheeseandmeatfestival.com.
MAR 5-13
SEATTLE HOME SHOW
The Seattle Home Show is the Northwest’s largest consumer home show with everything for the home, indoors and out – at two annual shows in downtown Seattle at Lumen Field Event Center. The Spring and Fall shows present hundreds of exhibits including builders, remodelers, the latest appliances and fixtures, decorating, landscaping…everything from floor to ceiling and beyond. Attendees also enjoy special features including seminars and wine tasting. Learn more at seattlehomeshow.com.
APR 21
SEATTLE CHERRY BLOSSOM FEST
Explore and experience the cultural roots and contemporary influences of Japan through live performances, visual arts, hands-on activities, foods and games including Taiko drumming and artisan demonstrations.
MAR 06
The Festival was founded 40 years ago in appreciation of 1,000 cherry trees gifted to Seattle by Prime Minister Takeo Miki on behalf of the Japanese government in commemoration of the nation’s bicentennial. It is the first ethnic festival to be held at Seattle Center annually and the oldest in the Seattle Center Festál series. Learn more at cherryblossomfest.org.
ART PLUS! AUCTION & CELEBRATION
Join us at The RUINS and enjoy wine & hors d’oeuvres as you bid on wonderful art, collectibles and more to support Allied Arts Foundation! Visit us online at alliedarts-foundation.org/art-auction.
MAR 12 - 13
LOOK UP FESTIVAL: PORTALS
APR 23
Look Up Fest’s fourth incarnation will feature a night of great local music, trippy visuals, and other party thrills at
SNOHOMISH ON THE ROCKS
This unique Destination Distillery festival
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE This event features presentations from local experts, along with a variety of educational exhibitors, arts & craft vendors, speakers and native plant sales.
features 30 Pacific Northwest Distilleries. Spend the day sampling whiskey, bourbon‘s, vodka, gin, liqueurs and more try some local Shrubs with these fine spirits. Learn more at www.snohomishontherocks.com.
Don’t leave the kids at home, there is plenty to keep the entire family entertained and excited – be sure to check out the Kids Garden Party area. The Backyard Wildlife Festival is always held the second Saturday in May at the Tukwila Community Center. Learn more at tukwilawa.gov.
APR 30
MEWE METAPHYSICS & WELLNESS FAIR
Enjoy 70+ Readers, Healers and Vendors + 30+ Talks at our IN-PERSON AGAIN MeWe Metaphysics & Wellness Fair for Energizing Body Mind Heart & Soul in Bellevue! Everyone is welcome! Learn more online at metaphysicalempowermentevents.com.
MAY 20
DINA MARTINA
Absolutely packed with ludicrous song, horrifying stories and overburdened costumes, Dina Martina’s shows are impossible to adequately describe, other than that they’ve become synonymous with jaw-dropping pathos and mind-blowing comedy.
MAY
MAY 12
SUPERFINE ART FAIR | SEATTLE
An art fair where real art lovers connect with real artists, and support great causes. Superfine’s 1st Seattle art fair in Belltown. Original art by real living artists. Discounted online tickets. 25% supports LGBTQ+ youth. Tickets and details at eventbrite.com. Learn more about the fair at www.superfine.world.
Dina Martina has been hailed as “divinely funny” (Time Out London), “painfully funny and demented” (Seattle Times) and “the most original drag performer working in America today” (Village Voice). What a Dina Martina show is, quite simply put, is a smart and hilarious evening of entertainment that you will never forget. Learn more at dinamartina.com and purchase tickets for her show at thetripledoor.net.
MAY 13-15
NORTHWEST BALBOA FESTIVAL
This year, we invite you to more of what you love about our Pacific Northwest’s dance community.
MAY 28
Additionally, we are featuring some of the best instructors in the world, and our live music will be phenomenal...you won’t want to miss it! We feel so blessed that you have chosen to spend your time with us, sharing this dance that we love. Details at nwbalfest.com.
NORTHWEST FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL
The 50th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival is taking place virtually all weekend long (May 28-31, 2021). Throughout Memorial Day weekend, explore over 6 program channels, participate in live Zoom workshops and dances, and stream a variety of performances at your convenience through the On-Demand channel. Learn more at nwfolklife.org
MAY 14
FREE WILDLIFE FESTIVAL
Celebrate wildlife, nature and gardening at the Annual Backyard Wildlife Festival!
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
EQUAL RIGHTS WASHINGTON Equality Washington Pike Place - 1402 3rd Avenue Seattle, WA
CAROLYN DOWNS FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER Low cost health care clinic Central District - 2101 E Yesler Way Seattle, WA
GAY CITY HEALTH PROJECT Keeping Seattle healthy Downtown - 517 E Pike Street Seattle, WA
DOWNTOWN PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER Public Health Clinic Downtown - 2124 4th Avenue Seattle, WA
CENTER FOR SEX POSITIVE CULTURE Supporting Sex Positive Communities Queen Anne - 1602 15th Avenue Seattle, WA
LGBTQ ALLYSHIP Host events, sponsor programs, and have resources for the LGBT community PO Box 12187, Seattle, WA
THE GREATER SEATTLE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION Nation’s Largest GLBT Chamber of Commerce Capitol Hill - 400 East Pine Street Seattle, WA THREE DOLLAR CINEMA Midnight showings First Hill - 1122 E. Pike Street, #1313 Seattle, WA GLSEN WASHINGTON STATE Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network Central District - 1605 12th Avenue, Suite 35 Seattle, WA UNIVERSITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH (Disciples of Christ) “God Thinks You’re Fabulous” 4731 15th Ave NE , Seattle, WA LAMBERT HOUSE Protecting the youth Capitol Hill - 1818 15th Avenue Seattle, WA LIBERATION UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Central District - 1805 38th Avenue Seattle, WA SEATTLE GAY AND LESBIAN BOOK CLUB AT SASG Book lovers unite Capitol Hill - 303 17th Avenue East Seattle, WA SOCIAL OUTREACH SEATTLE (SOSEA) Get involved Capitol Hill - Capitol Hill Seattle, WA
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ACCOUNTANT Jones Accounting Associates.................................. 31 Bettinger Anderson CPA Group .............................. 41
GARDEN DESIGNER Garden Girls, LLC.................................................... 39 GARDEN SERVICES Garden Girls, LLC.................................................... 39
ASSISTED LIVING Chateau Retirement Communities, LLC.................... 1
GENERAL CONTRACTOR Venture General Contracting, LLC........................... 37
BATHROOM REMODELING Tub Cove Inc.................................... back inside cover
HARDSCAPES Lifestyle Pavers......................................................... 5
BATHROOM SHOWROOM Strasser................................................................... 18
HOTEL The Lodges on Vashon............................................ 31
BOOKKEEPING Gibson Bookkeeping, LLC......................................... 9
HVAC Blue Flame Heating, Air & Electric.......................... 40
CONSTRUCTION Andersen Construction........................................... 33 Tub Cove Inc.................................... back inside cover
INSURANCE Bordelon Insurance................................................ 41 Jeff Warren State Farm Agency................................. 7
COSMETIC SURGEON La Belle Vie Cosmetic Surgery Center................22-23
LANDSCAPES Lifestyle Pavers......................................................... 5
CPAS Hutchinson & Walter.............................................. 35
LIGHTING STORE Seattle Lighting...................................................... 17
DESIGN BUILD CRD Design Build................................................... 19
LUXURY APARTMENTS Arrive Seattle.......................................................... 37
DOORS Lake Washington Windows and Doors...front cover, 11
MASSAGES InSpa...................................................................... 41
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Blue Flame Heating, Air & Electric.......................... 40
MEMORY CARE Chateau Retirement Communities, LLC.................... 1
ESTATE PLANNING Salmon Bay Law Group, PLLC................................... 9
MORTGAGES David Gibson- Movement Mortgage........................ 3
FARMERS MARKET Neighborhood Farmers Market.............................. 21
MUSEUM Museum of History & Industry................................. 8
FINANCIAL ADVISOR Traci Nelson- Edward Jones.................................... 31 Tracy Crowley- Edward Jones.................................. 18
NEW CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CB Construction........................................................ 9
FINE ART Jason Matias Fine Art.............................................. 13
PERSONAL INJURY GLP Attorneys......................................................... 35
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY PRIVATE SCHOOL French American School of Puget Sound................. 6
SENIOR LIVING Murano................................................................... 21
PROBATE Salmon Bay Law Group, PLLC................................... 9
SPA InSpa...................................................................... 41
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Lori Gill & Associates | Windermere Property Management....................... front inside cover
TREE SERVICES Big Trees Inc.............................................................. 8 WAXING InSpa...................................................................... 41
REAL ESTATE Alexa Upper- JayMarc Homes................................. 39 Four Elements Realty.............................................. 41
WEALTH MANAGEMENT Coldstream Wealth Management.......................... 38 Hohimer Wealth Management.........................14-15 Sound Investment Group RBC................................ 25 Traci Nelson- Edward Jones.................................... 31
RECRUITING SERVICES Frost Connections..................................................... 8 REMODELING CB Construction........................................................ 9 J & M Remodel....................................................... 10
WINDOWS Lake Washington Windows and Doors... front cover, 11
RETIREMENT HOME Northaven Senior Housing..................................... 10
WINERY Tinte Cellars, LLC..................................................... 39
ROOFING Commercial Industrial Roofing.............................. 27
WORKERS COMPENSATION Causey Wright........................................................ 34
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