2009 Vendors
ACLU/Ohio
www.acluohio.org
Founded in 1920, the ACLU is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization with affiliates in all 50 states dedicated to defending and expanding the civil liberties of all Americans. The mission of the ACLU of Ohio is to aid in maintaining and extending constitutional and other fundamental rights, liberties, privileges, and immunities, and to take all legitimate action in furtherance of that object without political partisanship.
AdultMart
www.adultmart.com
Headquartered right here in Cleveland, AdultMart and its family of stores is truly a Northeast Ohio icon. Operating nearly fifty stores in five states, we are a premier retailer of adult novelties, movies and media helping area men, women and couples enhance romance for over thirty years. From safe to sexy, we carry a variety of products for him, her or them designed to get you in the mood.
AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland
www.aidstaskforce.org
Mission Statement: The AIDS Taskforce of Greater Cleveland provides a compassionate and collaborative response to the needs of people infected, affected and at risk of HIV/AIDS. This is accomplished through leadership in prevention, education, supportive services and advocacy. Vision Statement: The ATGC is the community leader in providing or facilitating effective HIV/AIDS services, prevention education, and advocacy. This is accomplished through a combination of training, resource coordination, capacity building, and the collaborative participation of consumers, funders, social service professionals, volunteers, government, and other constituents.
Akron Area Pride Center
www.akronpridecenter.org
Our Mission - It is the mission of the Akron Area Pride Collective to advocate for the well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people in Akron and the surrounding counties through programs and events that draw strength from the collaborative talents and skills from individuals in the community.
Ambiance, The Store for Lovers
www.ambiance.com
Ambiance, The Store For Lovers is dedicated to helping our customers “enhance the romance” in their intimate relationships by providing a comfortable, upscale, retail shopping experience featuring an extensive selection of personal, romantic and erotic products, with sensitive, caring customer service.
Anheuser-Busch
www.budlight.com
Anheuser-Busch is the industry leader in promoting responsibility. Since 1982, the company and its nationwide network of 600 wholesalers have invested more than $750 million in national advertising campaigns and community-based programs to promote responsible drinking and prevent alcohol abuse. In 2009, the company ranked first among all companies for social responsibility in FORTUNE magazine’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” list.
Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple
www.fairmounttemple.org
Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple is one of Cleveland’s leading Reform synagogues and one of the premier Jewish institutions in North America. We are committed to coming together to learn, worship and connect with our Jewish tradition in all its wisdom and beauty. Come experience the warmth and friendliness of our congregation and you will see why we are Anshe Chesed–people of loving kindness. Our doors to Jewish life are open to all.
Asians and Friends Cleveland
www.afcleveland.com
Asians & Friends Cleveland promotes Asian culture in a positive, supportive, informative, and fun setting while bridging the gap between various cultures. We contribute a vital facet to the educational and cultural life of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities of Northeast Ohio region.
Ask Cleveland
www.askcleveland.org
Ask Cleveland is a broad-based organization of gay rights supporters in greater Cleveland working to protect and advance equal rights for the LGBT (lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender) community. Our strategy has many components united by a common purpose and by a common tactic—we ask. The LGBT rights movement has learned over the years that asking is important — often the difference between winning and losing. We ask local voters to support LGBT rights issues at the polls. We ask local LGBT rights supporters to help in the work of protecting and advancing our rights. We ask our supporters to take on meaningful roles in participating — and leading — our campaigns.
Athena’s Concessions
We specialize in catering and festivals. Serving the Warren and Youngstown area. Our menu includes, cavatelli, hot dogs, wraps, nachos w/ cheese and much more upon request. Please contact 440-341-7676 for your next event.
Bailey’s Boardwalk Fries
We have been in business in Ohio for 11 years and we cater approximately 30 festivals and events per year. We serve golden french fries, fresh hot funnel cakes, and hot waffle ice cream sandwiches. Contact us for your next event at 216–534–6694.
Bellefaire JCB (Jewish Children’s Bureau)
www.bellefairejcb.org
Bellefaire Jewish Children’s Bureau (Bellefaire JCB) is a non-profit agency concerned with the quality of life for and committed to serving the needs of children, youth and their families. Bellefaire JCB provides an array of child welfare, behavioral health, and allied health services without regard to race, religion, sex or national origin, and encourages all clients to develop positive identification with their religious and ethnic backgrounds. Bellefaire JCB has offices in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Lorain and Stark Counties.
Cascade Community Church
www.cccohio.org
Cascade Community Church’s mission is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with those willing to listen, and those willing to accept God. We endeavor to provide a place of worship and fellowship where all are welcomed and affirmed.
Charter One
www.charterone.com
Citizens Financial Group, Inc. is a $160 billion commercial bank holding company. It is headquartered in Providence, R.I., and, through its subsidiaries, has more than 1,500 branches, approximately 3,600 ATMs and approximately 23,000 employees. Its two bank subsidiaries are RBS Citizens, N.A. and Citizens Bank of Pennsylvania. They operate a 12-state branch network under the Citizens Bank brand in Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont, and the Charter One brand in Illinois, Michigan and Ohio. CFG has non-branch retail and commercial offices in about 40 states. It is one of the 10 largest commercial banking companies in the United States ranked by assets. CFG is owned by RBS (The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc).
Chipotle Mexican Grille
www.chipotle.com
When Chipotle (pronounced chi-POAT-lay) opened its first store in 1993, the idea was simple: demonstrate that food served fast didn’t have to be a “fast-food” experience. We use high-quality raw ingredients, classic cooking methods and a distinctive interior design, and have friendly people to take care of each customer—features that are more frequently found in the world of fine dining. When we opened, there wasn’t an industry category to describe what we were doing. Some 14 years and more than 830 restaurants later, we compete in a category of dining now called “fast-casual,” the fastest growing segment of the restaurant industry, where customers expect food quality that’s more in line with full-service restaurants, coupled with the speed and convenience of fast food.
Cindy’s Tattoos
(description coming soon)
City of Cleveland Division of Waste of Waste Collection and Disposal
www.cleveland-oh.gov/CityofCleveland/Home/Government/CityAgencies/PublicService/Waste
This Division provides weekly collection of waste from 155,000 Cleveland homes, the West Side Market, Fire and Police Stations, the Justice Center, City Hall and other City buildings, and public areas. It also places dumpsters at neighborhood events and community functions and plays an active role in special cleanup programs. Dumpsters are also available for commercial accounts and homeowners.
Clear Choice Custom Lasik
www.clearchoicelaser.com
Our goal is to provide LASIK to our patients—delivering the highest standard of medical care at the most affordable price. By consistently delivering on this promise, we’ve expanded our centers to become one of the leading vision correction companies in the USA.
Cleveland Couples Together
www.clevelandcouplestogether.org
Cleveland Couples Together is an organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered couples involved in a monogamous or committed relationship. The group is primarily, but not limited to being, a social organization and support group for member couples. Our purpose involves, by statement and deed, the support of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered monogamous or committed relationships.
Cleveland Job’s with Justice
www.clevelandjwj.org
Our Mission…. Cleveland Jobs with Justice is a coalition of 62 labor, community and faith
organizations working together to promote workers’ rights and social justice in the greater Cleveland area. What we do ….. Cleveland Jobs with Justice fights for working people. It’s that simple. Whether it means rallying to support workers facing anti-union harassment from their employer, or joining allies to protect important public safety net programs like Medicaid, Cleveland Jobs with Justice is about SOLIDARITY.
Cleveland Plain Dealer
www.plaindealer.com
The Plain Dealer is the #1 newspaper in daily circulation penetration and the #2 newspaper in Sunday circulation penetration among the nation’s largest newspapers. The Plain Dealer showed a daily circulation increase and outperformed 15 of the nation’s 20 largest newspaper. The Plain Dealer is Ohio’s largest daily newspaper with nearly 800,000 readers daily. On Sunday, average readership jumps to nearly 1.0 million. Established in 1842, it is one of the few organizations that has been a part of the Cleveland landscape for over 165 years.
The Cleveland Play House
www.clevelandplayhouse.com
Our mission is to produce plays of the highest professional standards that inspire, stimulate, and entertain our diverse audiences, and to conduct training and educational programs that enhance the quality of life for those we serve and help to insure the future of theatre. Founded in 1915, The Cleveland Play House is America’s first permanently established professional theatre company. We are an artist-inspired theatre that serves our community by bringing to life stories that are entertaining, relevant, and thought-provoking.
Cleveland Museum of Art
www.clevelandart.org
The Cleveland Museum of Art means many things to many people. To the residents of Greater Cleveland, it is a beloved civic asset, a place where the community’s greatest aspirations find expression, and a backdrop for many a wedding photo. The museum is a major force in the regional cultural and intellectual community, helping to keep Northeast Ohio a vibrant center of learning and artistic endeavor. As one of the nation’s top museums, the CMA has long exhibited leadership in acquisitions, presentation, and education, and its curators have originated many groundbreaking exhibitions. The Cleveland Museum of Art is renowned the world over for the extraordinarily high quality of its holdings (which are in constant demand for loan exhibitions) and for both the intellectual rigor and the public spirit of its daily activity.
Cleveland Out and About
www.clevelandoutandabout.org
Cleveland Out and About is an all volunteer non-profit corporation that organizes outdoor recreational activities for the gay and lesbian community of Northeastern Ohio. The group also strives to foster an appreciation for the natural environment and its preservation, and serves to promote a positive image of the gay and lesbian community.
Cleveland Women’s Network
www.clevelandwomensnetwork.org
The Cleveland Women’s Network is an organization whose members represent the diversity of the lesbian community in northeast Ohio. The Network is a member-driven organization governed by an elected board. We encourage members to share their ideas about how we can further lesbian interests in our community. We also welcome member input and participation in planning and carrying out our events.
Cuyahoga County Treasurer Jim Rokakis
treasurer.cuyahogacounty.us
In 1997, Jim took office as Cuyahoga County Treasurer bringing his innovative skills and passion for the community to a struggling county office. In the decade that followed, Jim overhauled the entire office and greatly enhanced the County’s existing tax collection system by instituting state of the art billing and collection process and made property taxes easier for residents through web-based property information and payment options. Under his oversight, the office was able to expand programs and services while saving taxpayers dollars by reducing staff levels.
Dippin’ Dots
www.dippindots.com
In 1988, Dippin’ Dots Founder and Chairman Curt Jones changed the way the world enjoys ice cream. Jones, a microbiologist, pioneered the process of cryogenic encapsulation, a scientific way of saying he used super-cold freezing methods to make little beads of ice cream.
Emmanuel Fellowship Church
www.efcakron.org
Not feeling accepted in your church? Burnt out on religion? Think God doesn’t care about the details of your life? Then let Emmanuel Fellowship Church reawaken your relationship with God. This is a place where hope abounds and love is restored. We are a non-denominational, open and affirming church located in Akron, Ohio and ALL are welcome here. Our worship experiences are Christ-centered, and we believe in a living and loving God. Lead by Pastor Tee Hines, the services will renew your faith in Jesus and help you to experience and to believe in the endless love He has for you!
Proceeds benefiting Emmanuel Fellowship Church from the Documentary and Social Realism Photography & Art by Samara Peddle Art that evokes change through the remembrance of our human connections and strives to unify us through our differences. Sharing of the light given by the Creator who made us all ONE. Come support this Akron Artist! see more at www.flickr.com/photos/samarapeddle/.
Enterprise Rent-a-Car (Westlake)
www.enterprise.com
enterprise is an extended family of more than 65,000; a world-class company with homegrown roots. Through tremendous leadership and the entrepreneurial spirit of our employees, we’ve built the largest rental car company in North America — customer by customer, car by car from the ground up. But our goal has never been to be the biggest; we simply work hard to be the best.
Equality Ohio
www.equalityohio.org
We envision an Ohio where everyone feels at home; living in families and communities where equality, diversity and inclusiveness are universally valued; and where government protects all people and responds to their needs, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity or expression. (Adopted April 23, 2005)
European Gourmet Almonds
www.buckeyechocolate.com
We currently exhibit at more than 100 festivals and events annually, so look for us at your next local event. European Gourmet Almonds serves the finest cinnamon roasted almonds, cashews, and pecans. We also specialize in kettle corn and other festival foods. 440–564–8086
Flex Hotel & Spa
www.flexbaths.com
The NEW Flex Cleveland is a state of the art modern facility with all the conveniences of new with the character of old. We have taken an art deco, Greyhound building, built in 1939 and totally renovated it, saving some of the best and improving on the rest.
Frito-Lay
www.fritolay.com
Something wonderful—a company that’s all about good fun—doing good things when it comes to making snacks and caring for the environment. You get a company called Frito-Lay, a proud member of the PepsiCo family. For more than 75 years, we have enjoyed making the best snacks on earth, starting with simple, farm-grown ingredients. Frito-Lay North America is the $11 billion convenient foods business unit of PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. In addition to Frito-Lay, PepsiCo business units include Pepsi-Cola, Quaker Foods, Gatorade and Tropicana.
Gay Men’s Discussion Group
sites.google.com/site/gaymensdiscussioncleveland/
Welcome to the Men’s Discussion Group, an open meeting for men who identify as part of the GLBTQ community. Weekly meetings provide a safe space for exploration of a scheduled topic that is relevant to gay men. We are a member sustained group that has been meeting weekly since September of 1996. Our meetings are open and facilitated by group stakeholders. Participants share personal experiences and are encouraged to suggest topics for future meetings.
Gay People’s Chronicle
www.gaypeopleschronicle.com
The Gay People’s Chronicle is circulated by subscription and is also available at over 523 locations throughout 50 counties in Ohio. Distribution locations include libraries, drugstores, bookstores, nightclubs, restaurants, professional offices, newsstands, finer retail establishments, and 35 college campuses. The Chronicle also has readers in 34 other states. Chronicle readers tell us that they are brand loyal and tend to utilize services and purchase products advertised in “their” newspaper. Chronicle advertisers tell us that they receive a far better return for their dollar than with any other advertising vehicle.
GLSEN Northeast Ohio is a chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN).
www.glsen.org/northeastoh
Nationally, GLSEN works to ensure safe schools for ALL students, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity. There are over 40 Chapters around the country, which work closely with the national staff of GLSEN to implement programs, and to keep national staff informed of local events. The work that chapters do covers a variety of subjects and issues, from public policy to teacher training to supporting students and educators around the country. Chapters like ours play an important role in bringing GLSEN’s programs and visions to local communities. While some chapters have full-time or part-time staff, most are entirely volunteer-based. We’re always looking for new volunteers to help us ensure safe schools for all students.
Hair of the Dog
(description coming soon)
House of Blues
www.houseofblues.com
To create a profitable, principled, global entertainment company; to celebrate the diversity and brotherhood of world culture; to promote racial and spiritual harmony through love, peace, truth, righteousness and non-violence.” The goal of HOB: “To educate the public about the blues, its roots and its excellence.”
Human Rights Campaign, Cleveland Chapter
cleveland.hrc.org
The Human Rights Campaign is America’s largest civil rights organization working to achieve lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality. By inspiring and engaging all Americans, HRC strives to end discrimination against LGBT citizens and realize a nation that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all.
Icelandic Glacial
www.icelandicglacial.com
The Icelandic Glacial brand is owned and operated by Icelandic Water Holdings ehf. based in Reykjavik, Iceland. The company was established in April, 2004 by a group of private investors and with an experienced management team, they have developed a world-class, NSF-certified bottling plant and a super premium category, multi award-winning product under the Icelandic Glacial brand. The company has been exporting Icelandic Glacial water to appreciative and discerning customers around the world since 2005.
JakeWear
www.jakewear.biz
JakeWear is a trademarked company in the state of Ohio, since 1995, and creates original logo designs for schools, churches, businesses, bands and restaurants, and organizations. Our products are of the highest quality standards available today, and are proudly worn and used around the world. Every design in our GALLERY are “ORIGINAL CREATIONS” and are ready for purchase. WE SPECIALIZE IN: custom digital graphics, logo’s, illustrations, paintings, typesetting, camera ready art, photo touchups. WE SERVICE: schools, colleges, universities, small and large business, churches, youth organizations, family reunions, promotional events and more. info@jakewear.biz 440-842-2828
Kadas Concessions
216–581–7720
Family-owned and operated, Kadas Concessions specializes in festivals and events. We have been serving the community for more than five years. Kadas Concessions serves smoothies and slushies in a variety of flavors.
KeyBank
www.keybank.com
Cleveland-based KeyCorp is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $98 billion. Key companies provide investment management, retail and commercial banking, consumer finance, and investment banking products and services to individuals and companies throughout the United States and, for certain businesses, internationally. The company’s businesses deliver their products and services through branches and offices; a network of 1,479 ATMs; telephone banking centers 1-800-KEY2YOU® (1-800-539-2968); and a website, Key.com®, that provides account access and financial products 24 hours a day.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender Community Center of Greater Cleveland
www.LGBTcleveland.org
Founded in 1975, the Center is a community-based non-profit agency working toward a society free of homophobia and gender oppression by advancing the respect, human rights and dignity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
Log Cabin Republicans of Greater Cleveland
www.lcrcleveland.org
Log Cabin Republicans is the nation’s only organization of Republicans who support fairness, freedom, and equality for gay and lesbian Americans. Log Cabin has state and local chapters nationwide, full-time staff in California and Washington, DC, a federal political action committee, and state political action committees. We are loyal Republicans. We believe in limited government, strong national defense, free markets, low taxes, personal responsibility, and individual liberty. Log Cabin Republicans work to make the Republican Party more inclusive, particularly on gay and lesbian issues.
Mercy for Animals
www.mercyforanimals.org
Mercy For Animals is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit animal advocacy organization. Founded in 1999 and over 25,000 members strong, MFA works to create a society where animals are treated with the respect and compassion they so rightly deserve. MFA believes non-human animals are irreplaceable individuals with morally significant interests and hence rights. This includes the right to live free from unnecessary suffering and exploitation. MFA is dedicated to establishing and defending the rights of all animals. Over 99% of cruelty to animals in the United States occurs at the hands of the meat, dairy, and egg industries - which confine, mutilate, and slaughter over 9 billion animals each year. As such, MFA primarily focuses on farmed animal advocacy and promoting cruelty-free food choices. MFA works to be a voice for animals through proactive consumer education and advertising campaigns, research and undercover investigations, rescues, working with news media, and grassroots activism.
NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio
www.naral.org
For 40 years, NARAL Pro-Choice America has been the nation’s leading advocate for privacy and a woman’s right to choose. With more than one million members and supporters, NARAL Pro-Choice America is fighting to protect the pro-choice values of freedom and privacy. With the Supreme Court one vote away from overturning Roe v. Wade and many state legislatures under anti-choice control, our work has never been more important.
www.prochioce.com
Empowering woman to make informed decisions regarding their pregnancy options, Pro-Choice Ohio is dedicated to all the women that were told they had a choice, but never had it explained to them that there is more than one.
North-Coast Bowling Association Sunday
www.NCBA-sunday.com
NCBA-Sunday League is the original and longest running Non-Profit Gay Bowling League in Northeast Ohio. It is a mixed league of men and women that continues to ensure the integrity of the sport of bowling. It is also a league that has been sanctioned by the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) and a member of the International Gay Bowling Organization (IGBO) for the past twenty-eight (28) years. Our mission is to promote a fun-filled, yet competitive venue in which comradery, unity, and fellowship prevails.
North Coast Men’s Chorus
www.NCMChorus.org
The North Coast Men’s Chorus is a community-based musical organization which affirms the gay experience by presenting entertaining, quality performances for diverse audiences; providing a supportive environment for its members; and promoting a positive presence in the gay community and beyond. With many voices singing as one, the North Coast Men’s Chorus is an integral and valued member of the Northeast Ohio Arts Community through the music we sing, the pride we feel, and the people we cherish.
North Coast Softball
www.northcoastsoftball.org
2009 marks the 26th season of North Coast Softball. This LGBT and Gay Friendly softball organization has been in existence since 1983 and looks to grow every year. Last year the league had 16 teams in 4 divisions, which has over 300 players. Every year the goal of the NCS is to provide an outlet for LGBT and gay-friendly allies to play softball in a fun, exciting, competitive, and discrimination-free environment. We would like to continue to expand the league and continue to be one of the largest LGBT softball organizations in the Midwest. The season runs from May 17th until the end the playoffs in mid-August. Labor Day weekend, Cleveland teams participate in the annual MIST tournament, held this year in Cincinnati.
Northeast Ohio Sierra Club
ohio.sierraclub.org/northeast
Our Mission Statement 1. Explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth. 2. Practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources. 3. Educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment. 4. Use all lawful means to carry out these objectives. The Sierra Club’s members are more than 750,000 of your friends and neighbors. Inspired by nature, we work together to protect our communities and the planet. The Club is America’s oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization.
Ohio Housing Finance Agency
www.ohiohome.org
OHFA helps low- to moderate-income Ohioans purchase new homes, or find quality, affordable rental housing through a variety of different programs.
Ohioans to Stop Executions
www.otse.org
OTSE was founded in 1987 to end the use of capital punishment in the state of Ohio through educational programming. The views of the members that underlie this purpose are many but can be summarized in two broad categories of opposition, as follows:
1) a moral commitment to life that precludes the purposeful killing of any human being and\or,
2) recognition that the death penalty, as it is being implemented in Ohio, is not fair, fails to serve its legal purposes, and is overwhelmingly imposed on indigent, minority, underprivileged and disadvantaged members of society.
Old South Church United Church of Christ
oldsouthchurch.org
Invitation, Hospitality and Welcome - No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you will find a spiritual home in this United Church of Christ congregation. Old South Church is a loving, welcoming and inclusive Christian community, which gathers for worship where we are challenged spiritually and socially. This results in awareness and a call to action. As Christian stewards, we provide diverse educational programs and engage in meaningful outreach. We are a recognizable Christian force in the community.
The Original Greek Gyros
Family owned/operated and serving Ohio and the local community for more than 30 years, we offer catering services and exhibit at local events and festivals. The Original Greek Gyros serves authentic greek gyros, grilled chicken gyros, homemade baklava and fresh squeezed lemonade. All of our sandwiches are served on a warm toasted pita bread and topped with your choices of tomatoes, onions, lettuce and cucumber/tzatziki sauce. Call us for your next event at 440–341–7676.
OSU GLBT Alumni Society
www.OSULGBT.org
The Ohio State University Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Alumni Society’s mission is to promote the best interests of the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender alumni and students of The Ohio State University. The Society sponsors a scholarship program, social events for students and alumni and collaborates with community organizations regularly to promote awareness and education of GLBT issues.
Parents And Children Together
www.pactcharity.org
It is the mission of Parents and Children Together to assist at-risk families in making healthy life choices and becoming self sufficient individuals in their community. Parents and Children Together is a not-for-profit agency that provides parenting classes, promotes responsible fatherhood, provides relapse prevention, which includes group and individual counseling, after-care and 12-step support services.
PETCO
www.petco.com
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc., founded in 1965, is the leading specialty retailer of premium pet food and supplies through a national chain of superstores. With 40 years of success, PETCO continues to solidify its position as the leader in the pet food and supply industry. PETCO operates over 950 stores and 11 Distribution Centers within the United States.
PFLAG Cleveland
www.pflagcleveland.org
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) is an all-volunteer, non-profit self-help organization founded nationally in 1981. We are an inclusive group composed of family members, friends, and individuals who are straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgendered. The Cleveland Chapter was established in July, 1985 to: * Offer support, information and shared experiences to parents, siblings, spouses, and other family members and friends of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals, and transgendered individuals. * Work toward an environment of understanding and acceptance within families and in the community.
Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ
www.PilgrimAlive.org
Our services are enriched by the incredible gifts not only of our pastors but of the people of this church, beginning with music. We have a vibrant music ministry that includes our Chancel Choir, the Voluntary Brass, the Handbell Choir, and various other instrumentalists who bring their own distinctive beauty to worship. Our arts groups, including Antaeus Dance, Arts Renaissance Tremont, and the North Coast Men’s Chorus give added dimension to our experience of God through our worship. Most importantly, the people of Pilgrim Church live out a heartfelt commitment to hospitality, so every person who walks through the door is extended a warm and gracious welcome. Our time together, downstairs, after worship, is a time to get to know one another, to enjoy one another’s company, to lend a word of support, encouragement, and celebration. We leave, feeling empowered, strengthened, called.
Pita Pockets
(description coming soon)
Plexus
www.thinkplexus.org
The Northeast Ohio Equality Business Association dba Plexus (“Plexus”) is dedicated to connecting the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender business community with the larger business community and to connecting LGBT employees within the larger business community
Re-Elect Kucinich to Congress
kucinich.us/index.php
Having been elected to Cleveland’s City Council at age 23, Dennis J. Kucinich was well-known to Cleveland residents when they chose him as their mayor in 1977 at the age of 31. At the time, Kucinich was the youngest person ever elected to lead a major American city. In 1978, Cleveland’s banks demanded that he sell the city’s 70 year-old municipally-owned electric system to its private competitor (in which the banks had a financial interest) as a precondition of extending credit to city government. In Cleveland, Kucinich has been honored by the Cleveland AFL-CIO, the Ohio PTA, the NASA Glenn Research Center, the Salvation Army, the United States Post Office, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services, Ohio’s Boys Town, and the Human Rights Campaign.
Rehab Vintage
(description coming soon)
Renaissance Cleveland Hotel
www.marriott.com
This sophisticated downtown Cleveland hotel is located on Public Square and is connected to Tower City Center’s exclusive boutiques, restaurants and cinema. Within walking distance to Progressive Field, Quicken Loans Arena and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Renaissance’s luxury hotel in Cleveland, Ohio features vaulted ceilings, high arched windows and a beautiful marble fountain. A city landmark, the historic Renaissance Cleveland Hotel was built in 1918 and its architecture reflects Cleveland’s unique style and rich history. Plush, spacious rooms with well-appointed and upscale amenities await guests at this luxury Cleveland, OH hotel. Experience the property’s fine dining establishment, Sans Souci, serving guests award-winning Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect for conventions and wedding receptions, the Renaissance Cleveland Hotel offers an abundance of elegant event space and a magnificent Grand Ballroom. Discover Cleveland’s landmark social and business address at the Renaissance Cleveland Hotel.
Sander Concessions
Lisalps2007@hotmail.com
Serving local fairs, festivals, and special events for three generations, Sander Concessions serves nothing but fresh elephant ears, corn dogs, and cotton candy. We also specialize in funnel cakes, french fries and buffalo fries.
Shoparooni
www.shoparooni.com
A whimsical boutique featuring everything you never knew you wanted! Men’s and women’s t-shirts and accessories share shelves with plush moustaches, designer vinyl toys, fancy wrapping paper, original art, and unique handmade jewelry. Shoparooni also hosts numerous events through the year, ranging from an Anti-Valentine’s Day Dinner Party to art shows for customized toys! Shoparooni is an authorized Kidrobot retailer. Open Tues - Thurs 2 pm - 10 pm Fri 2 pm - 11 pm Sat 12 pm - 11 pm Sun 12 pm - 6 pm Closed Mondays
Sophie’s Italian Sausage
216–396–5741
A winner of taste of Cleveland 3 years in a row, Sophie’s has served the northeast Ohio community for more than 15 yrs. We serve a homemade Italian sausage with sautéed onion and peppers that is really, and truly home made!
SpangleMagazine.com
www.spanglemagazine.com
Spangle is art. Spangle is culture. Spangle is entertainment. Spangle is life. More importantly, Spangle is your art, your culture, your entertainment, your life. Spangle is the only Northeast Ohio source dedicated to news and information in these areas for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
Spiritual and Religious Leaders
Religious and educational information from small “open affirming” and similar GLBT supportive churches and organizations.
State Farm Insurance
www.danritzinsurance.com
State Farm’s mission is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams.
Stonewall Democrats of Summit County
www.stonewallsummitdems.org
Stonewall Democrats of Summit County is a local Democratic organization serving the Greater Akron, OH community. We seek to advance equal rights for all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. The organization works to educate all Democratic candidates and office holders, the Democratic Party in general, and the community at large, to the issues and concerns of the LGBT community.
Sue’s Pierogis
216–441–2730
Serving the local community for several years, Sue’s Pierogi’s makes homemade, traditional Polish cooking for you and yours to enjoy.
Time Warner Cable
www.timewarnercable.com
At Time Warner Cable Inc. we’re all about connecting people and businesses with information, entertainment and each other. That’s why we bring you the latest innovations for your home — from high-definition television to Enhanced TV features to high-speed data and Digital Phone services. We also believe in the power of community, which we show through our signature education programs, countless hours of volunteerism and cash contributions and in-kind support to benefit the communities where we operate. We believe that innovation begins with our employees and partners and that diversity and inclusion creates an environment for success. We invite you to find out more about our diverse community of employees.
TransFamily
www.transfamily.org
TransFamily provides support, education, advocacy, and outreach for the transgendered community, families, friends, partners, and allies of all ages, through meetings, presentations, seminars, media outreach, and an emergency resource hotline.
Tropical Breezers Smoothies
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Union
www.clevelandcocktails.com
Union Café and Bounce NightClub are Cleveland’s most popular GLBT restaurant, bar, patio bar and dance club all in one complex. The menu features an American Contemporary menu ranging from the Union Classic burger to gourmet chicken pesto pizzas. Weekly events include Monday Karaoke, nightly drag performances and Sunday Showtune sing a longs! Food + Drink+ Friends = FUN!
Uniquely Different Jewelry Creations
www.prideid.com
We “pride” ourselves on constantly creating new and interesting jewelry, designed for everyone. We offer the best in body jewelry, Sterling Silver & Stainless Steel jewelry, as well as a wide variety of Pride-themed shopping.
Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron
www.uuakron.org
With its historical roots in the Jewish and Christian traditions, Unitarian Universalism is a liberal religion — that is, a religion that keeps an open mind to the religious questions people have struggled with in all times and places. We believe that personal experience, conscience and reason should be the final authorities in religion, and that in the end religious authority lies not in a book or person or institution, but in ourselves. We are a “non-creedal” religion: we do not ask anyone to subscribe to a creed.
Our congregations are self-governing. Authority and responsibility are vested in the membership of the congregation. Each Unitarian Universalist congregation is involved in many kinds of programs. Worship is held regularly, the insights of the past and the present are shared with those who will create the future, service to the community is undertaken, and friendships are made. A visitor to a UU congregation will very likely find events and activities such as church school, day-care centers, lectures and forums, support groups, poetry festivals, family events, adult education classes and study groups.
Vedda & Sons Printing, Inc.
www.veddaprinting.com
We strive to be a leader in our industry by providing the highest quality printing with the lowest impact on the environment. Our Going Green Initiative is an eco-option that lets our customers know we care about the environment. We use only soy ink and recycle 100% of our waste. We are FSC and Rain Forest Alliance certified and now you can boast the eco friendly FSC logo on your print projects by choosing FSC approved recycled paper.
Walgreens
www.walgreens.com
Founded in 1901, Walgreens provides the most convenient access to consumer goods and services, and pharmacy, health and wellness services, in America. The company has recorded 34 consecutive years of record sales and earnings, a track record matched by only one other Fortune 500 company. We offer patients a way to stretch their dollars and maintain their prescriptions in one place without sacrificing the safety, service or convenience of their nearby neighborhood drugstore. One example of this customer-centered philosophy has been the successful introduction of our Prescription Savings Club, which has more than one million members and goes well beyond the discount generic programs offered at other retailers. Members receive savings on more than 5,000 name brand and generic medications, including 400 generics that are available for less than a dollar a week. They also receive a 10 percent rebate on all Walgreens branded products that can be used for future store purchases.
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Western Reserve Association of the Ohio Conference, United Church of Christ
www.wraucc.org
Western Reserve Association of the Ohio Conference, United Church of Christ is made up of approximately 80 congregations, located primarily in the five northeastern counties of Ohio. We support one another as we make up the witness of the United Church of Christ in this area. Our purpose is to undergird the work and mission of our local churches; to strengthen the spiritual life and stewardship of our congregations; assist congregations in developing leadership within and supporting their efforts to call ordained, commissioned and licensed leaders; and to continue to raise the standards for ministry in every setting.
West Shore Universalist Church
www.usuuc.org
An open-armed welcoming congregation, our purpose is to inspire more people to lead lives of meaning and purpose.
Windsor Pride Community Inc.
www.windsor-pride.com
Windsor Pride Community Inc. promotes public awareness and understanding of the diversity of sexual orientation by encouraging respect for and support of the rights and dignity of persons in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and two-spirited community, and by developing and implementing programs and initiatives with regard to the purposes of these objectives, and organizing and overseeing an annual Pride Festival.
Whole Foods Market
www.wholefoodsmarket.com
Back in 1980, we started out with one small store in Austin, Texas. Today, we’re the world’s leader in natural and organic foods, with more than 270 stores in North America and the United Kingdom. What a long, strange trip it’s been. We still honor our original ideals, and we think that has a lot to do with our success.
Wyndham Hotel at Playhouse Square
www.wyndham.com/groupeventsnew/cleps_clevelandpride/main.wnt
With a multi-million dollar renovation completed December 2008, the Wyndham Cleveland at Playhouse Square sets the stage for a first-class getaway in the city’s most dynamic entertainment districts. Surrounded by eight Broadway-style & regional theaters, the Wyndham Cleveland Playhouse Square is just minutes from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Progressive Field, Cleveland Browns Stadium, Great Lakes Science Center and Quicken Loans Arena. The Wyndham Cleveland at Playhouse Square provides an upscale location for Cleveland’s major businesses, education and medical facilities (Cleveland Clinic, University Hospital, Eaton Corporation, Cleveland State University, National City/PNC and US Bank).
