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Pride Guide, 2007-08
GAAMC’s Pride Guide Directory for 2007-08
Highlands Inn; PO Box 118, Bethlehem, NH 03574; 603-869-3978 or 877-LES-B-INN (537-2466); vacation(AT)highlandsinn-nh.com; www.highlandsinn-nh.com; LESBIAN PARADISE! Premier women's inn on 100 private mountain acres. "One of the most romantic lesbian destinations on the planet!" -PlanetOut.
Families Like Ours; PO Box 2311, Seattle, WA 98111; 206-441-7602; www.familieslikeours.org; Devoted to the needs and support of non-traditional adoptive families.
Cascade Beagle Rescue (CBR) East; PO Box 7667, North Brunswick, NJ 08902; 973-863-7220; Fax: 866-399-8797; CBR-East(AT)CascadeRescue.org; www.CascadeRescue.org; We are an all-volunteer force dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming unwanted beagles in the Tri-State area. We are based in New Jersey and serve New Jersey (state-wide), Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New York. We will not accept just any home for our rescued Beagles -- we strive to find the BEST suitable home for each of our Beagles in need. Cascade Beagle Rescue-East … Completing families … one beagle at a time!
Golden Re-Triever Rescue, Inc; 591 Lakehurst Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755; 973-208-7414; info(AT)grrinj.org; www.grrinj.org; An all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and placing Golden Retrievers throughout New Jersey.
Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter; 194 Route 10 West, (Behind PetSmart), East Hanover, NJ 07936; 973-386-0590; Fax: 973-386-0773; info(AT)njshelter.org; Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter is open for dog and cat adoptions Tuesday through Sunday. Please visit www.njshelter.org to see our adoptable animals online!
Ark Linux Project; 973-477-8939; cyberpunkx(AT)earthlink.net (USA); info(AT)arklinux.org (Worldwide); http://arklinux.org; The Premier KDE Centric, GNU Linux Distro is a Linux distribution for everyone! Designed to be easy to install & learn.
CyberPunk X Computers; Morris County Area; 973-477-8939; cyberpunkx(AT)earthlink.net; http://home.earthlink.net/~cyberpunkx; Computer systems: Repairs, diagnosis, upgrades, parts, and tutorials. New and pre-owned personal and business systems. Economical network systems. Our business specializes in GNU/Linux systems.
Capital Rainbowfest; PO Box 299, Trenton, NJ 08608; 609-396-9788 x7; capitalr(AT)capitalrainbowfest.org; www.capitalrainbowfest.org; The New Jersey Fall GLBTI Pride event in Mill Hill Park, at S. Broad St. and E Front Street in downtown Trenton every September.
Day To Be Gay Foundation; PO Box 18, North Branch, NY 12766; 877-599-8007; foundation(AT)dtbgfoundation.org; www.dtbgfoundation.org; www.daytobegay.org; The 7th Annual Day To Be Gay in the Catskills. A celebration of Lesbian and Gay music and culture for everyone. Sunday, September 2, 2007, 1pm to 6pm, at the Hills Country Inn, Callicoon Center, NY. Rain or shine. Music, entertainment, vendors of all kinds, food, dog events. Benefits the Day To Be Gay Foundation of Sullivan County, NY.
Jersey City Lesbian + Gay Outreach, Inc (JCLGO); 344 Grove St, #186, Jersey City, NJ 07302; 201-333-5725; info(AT)jclgo.org; www.jclgo.org; A not-for-profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to being a vital voice in Jersey City that brings the GLBTI community together. Produce Jersey City's Annual GLBTI Pride Festival in August. Jersey City Pride 2007 will be held Saturday, August 25.
Heritage of Pride; See listing under Organizations.
Jersey Pride, Inc; PO Box 10796, New Brunswick, NJ 08906; 732-21 GAY NJ (732-214-2965); info(AT)jerseypride.org; www.jerseypride.org; The all-volunteer organization that produces NJ's Annual Statewide Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered and Intersexed Pride Celebration the 1st weekend in June in Asbury Park (Saturday and Sunday, June 2-3, 2007). JPI is committed to increasing the visibility of, and promoting the well-being of NJ's GLBTI community through annual pride events, year-round fundraising efforts, and production of the critically acclaimed magazine, The Jersey Gaze.
Morris County Cultural Arts Festival; Cultural Unity Committee; 888-365-0000 x80155; doversity-owner(AT)yahoogroups.com; www.myspace.com/doversity; Morris County Cultural Arts Festival is a celebration of Dover and the surrounding community showcasing contributions of art, culture, and activism. Join us as we unify our causes, traditions, and people on Saturday, August 11, 11-6 at JFK Park, Dover, NJ.
Plainfield Pride Picnic 2007; Joe Burris1304 South Ave., Plainfield, NJ 07062; 908-822-0550; "Neighbors meeting Neighbors" - Sunday, June 10th, 2007, Noon till 6. Leland Ave Park, adjacent to Cook School, 739 Leland Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07062.
The Theater Project; 1033 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016; 908-659-5189; theaterproject(AT)aol.com; www.TheTheaterProject.com; Union County College’s Professional Theater Company.
Anne Freid-Lefton, EA, "The Tax Gal"; PO Box 231, Parlin, NJ 08859; 732-257-0431; Fax: 732-257-7574; anne(AT)thetaxgal.com; www.thetaxgal.com; Financial planning and electronic filing. Enrolled to practice before the IRS.
NJ CPA Help Center; 425 Eagle Rock Ave, Suite 100, Roseland, NJ 07068-1723; 973-226-4494; www.moneymattersnj.com/help/index.cfm; Did you, a friend or family member recently lose a home to a fire, suffer domestic abuse or endure some other personal crisis? Do you have a spouse who's overseas serving in the military? Through the New Jersey Society of CPAs Help Center, Garden State residents can successfully manage their financial situation in the aftermath of a tragedy, with the help of an experienced NJ CPA volunteer.
Steven Schmitt, Financial Advisor; Wachovia Securities, 465 South St, Suite 310, PO Box 1962, Morristown, NJ 07962; 973-254-5121; 800-605-4452; Fax: 973-984-1193; steven.schmitt(AT)wachoviasec.com.
Eileen M. Shrem, Independent Insurance Planner; 215 McCabe Ave, Suite C1, Bradley Beach, NJ 07720; 732-988-7256; Fax: 732-988-3009; emshrem(AT)your-friend-in-insurance.com; www.your-friend-in-insurance.com; Truly your friend in the insurance business.
Kevin P. Suszko; Suszko and Cimera, LLP; PO Box 701, Short Hills, NJ 07078; 973-376-4121; Fax: 973-921-0061; KPSCPA(AT)Comcast.net; Certified public accountants.
GLBT National Hotline, a program of the GLBT National Help Center; 2261 Market St., PMB #296, San Francisco, CA 94114; 888-THE-GLNH (888-843-4564); info(AT)GLBTNationalHelpCenter.org; www.GLBTNationalHelpCenter.org; Offering free and anonymous information, referrals and peer counseling.
Gay Infoline of New Jersey; PO Box 137, Convent Station, NJ 07961-0137; 973-285-1595; info(AT)gaamc.org; www.gaamc.org; Leave a message. Information, support and referrals. A service of GAAMC.
New Jersey Self-Help Clearinghouse; 375 E. McFarlan St., Dover, NJ 07801, 100 E. Hanover Ave, Suite 202, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07297; 800-FOR-MASH (800-367-6274) in NJ, 973-989-1122 outside NJ; Fax: 973-989-1159; info(AT)selfhelpgroups.org; www.selfhelpgroups.org; Helps callers find or form no-fee support groups for most any physical or emotional illness, disability, abuse history, addiction, loss of a loved one, caregiver concern, and hundreds of other stressful life situations.
New York City Gay and Lesbian Anti-Violence Project Hotline; 240 West 34th St, Suite 200, New York, NY 10001; 212-714-1141; www.avp.org; GLBT hotline for reporting sexual assault, domestic violence, and bias crimes.
PFLAG-Jersey Shore; 1681 Ridgeway Rd. (Route 571), Toms River, NJ 08757;
908-814-2155; jerseyshorepflag(AT)yahoo.com; www.jerseyshorepflag.org; Founded in 2004, the group meets at 7:00 pm the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the United Church of Christ of Toms River. Not affiliated with any religion. See www.tomsriverucc.org for directions.
AIDS Memorial Quilt - NAMES Project Foundation, Central New Jersey Chapter; PO Box 716, New Brunswick, NJ 08903-0716; 732-249-3933; Fax: 732-249-5002; NAMESPCNJ(AT)aol.com; www.aidsquilt-nj.org; Makes panels for the AIDS Memorial Quilt to keep their NAMES Alive. Quilt making by appointment only. Our chapter serves primarily Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, and Union, plus Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Salem, and Gloucester.
AIDS Memorial Quilt - NAMES Project Foundation, Northern New Jersey Chapter; PO Box 85, Paramus, NJ 07653; 201-265-0600; Fax: 732-352-7920; info(AT)namesnnj.org; www.namesnnj.org; A supporting organization of the national mission of the NAMES Project, promoting awareness of HIV/AIDS; serving as a local AIDS service organization; building alliances with other local AIDS service organizations; and helping people remember and grieve for those who have died from AIDS related diseases. Serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, and Warren counties.
Broadway House for Continuing Care; 298 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104; 973-268-9797; Fax: 973-268-7890; bhouseinfo(AT)umdnj.edu; www.broadwayhouse.org; A special care, residential 24-hour nursing facility providing services exclusively to people with HIV/AIDS.
Buddies of New Jersey; 149 Hudson St, Hackensack, NJ 07601; 800-508-7577 in NJ, 201-489-2900 outside NJ; njbuddies(AT)aol.com; www.njbuddies.org; Provides assistance to individuals with HIV/AIDS, their families and loved ones. Services include transportation, one-on-one buddies, a food bank, home cooking, a helpline, housing assistance, HIV/AIDS education, entitlement assistance, counseling, and support groups.
Eric Johnson House, Inc; 44 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-326-9636; Fax: 973-539-4725; house1.ejh(AT)verizon.net; www.theericjohnsonhouse.org; The Eric Johnson House mission is to provide transitional housing and supportive service to homeless individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The EJH programs focus on reducing homelessness by providing housing, increasing the number of clients in primary medical care and reducing the spread of HIV/AIDS. Our goal is to help them break the cycle of homelessness by providing them with an opportunity to address those issue which continue to create their homelessness, such as substance abuse, lack of life/job skills mental health problems and of course all aspects of dealing with their HIV infection.
HIV Testing & Counseling; 1048 Livingston Ave, The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; Conducted onsite at PCNJ by appointment.
Hyacinth AIDS Foundation; 317 George St, Suite 203, New Brunswick, NJ 08901; 800-433-0254 in NJ, 732-246-0204 outside NJ; info(AT)hyacinth.org; www.hyacinth.org; Hyacinth is the first and largest AIDS service organization in New Jersey. Hyacinth's mission is to help people live with HIV, work to slow the spread of the epidemic, and serve as a critical voice in the public debate surrounding AIDS in New Jersey. Check our website to find the location nearest you.
New Jersey AIDS / STD Hotline; UMDNJ, 65 Bergen St, Fourth Floor, Newark, NJ 07107; 800-624-2377; Call the hotline 24 hours a day, every day, to find a local test site, or ask questions concerning HIV/AIDS or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
New Jersey Women & AIDS Network (NJWAN); 103 Bayard St, 3rd Fl, New Brunswick, NJ 08901; and 7 Glenwood St, Ste. 401, East Orange, NJ 07017; Warmline: 800-747-1108, NB: 732-846-4462, EO: 973-395-0060; Faxes: NB: 732-846-2674, EO: 973-395-0550; office(AT)njwan.org; www.njwan.org; NJWAN was founded in May 1988 out of the recognition that an independent voice was needed to express the needs of women in the HIV/AIDS pandemic.
North Jersey Community Research Initiative; 393 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07103; 973-483-3444; Fax: 973-485-7080; njcri(AT)njcri.org; www.njcri.org; Addiction; Behavioral research; Gay youth program; NJ Department of Corrections project.
Prevention Resource Network; 625 Bangs Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712; 800-947-0020; www.vnacj.org/commprograms/hivaids.html; Prevention Resource Center (a state-funded program of the Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey) offers free, comprehensive risk reduction counseling services for HIV negative and HIV positive individuals. PRN can also refer to other services. Call for hours.
South Jersey AIDS Alliance; 19 Gordon’s Alley, Atlantic City, NJ 08401; 609-347-1085, Hotline: 800-281-AIDS (2437); Fax: 609-348-8775; sjaa(AT)yahoo.com; www.southjerseyaidsalliance.org; Founded in 1985, offering AIDS and HIV support, info and services. Covering Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties, the alliance operates regional support centers to assist clients and their families. All services are free and confidential.
Melissa B. Brisman, Esq, LLC; 77 Market St, 2nd Floor, Park Ridge, NJ 07656; 201-505-0078; Fax: 201-505-0994; info(AT)reproductivelawyer.com; www.reproductivelawyer.com; We have and find gestational carriers for our clients. Our law firm specializes in all aspects of reproductive law including but not limited to gestational surrogacy; embryo, ovum, and sperm donation; co-parent and second parent adoptions; and pre-birth parentage orders. Attorney Brisman has argued and won many landmark cases involving same-sex couples. We also draft contracts and other documents for numerous types of reproductive arrangements. In addition, the firm locates gestational carriers, organizes the entire arrangement, and offers attorney trust account services and insurance appeals.
Leslie A Farber, LLC; 460 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 400, Montclair, NJ 07042; 973-233-1113; Fax: 973-233-1139; Leslie.Farber(AT)verizon.net; www.LFarberLaw.com.
Francine A Gargano; 20 Shawnee Dr, Suite B, Watchung, NJ 07069; 908-753-2079; Fax: 908-755-3586; garganof(AT)msn.com; Attorney At Law.
William S. Singer, Esq., Singer & Fedun, LLC; 2230 Route 206, PO Box 134, Belle Mead, NJ 08502; 908-359-7873; Fax: 908-359-0128; wsinger(AT)singerfedun.com; We specialize in the issues that shape your life, including estate and life planning, adoption, and beyond.
Robin T. Wernik; 34 Village Court, Hazlet, NJ 07730-1534; 732-888-3338; luntune(AT)aol.com; www.lawyers.com/wernik; Concentrating on the legal needs of the gay and lesbian community.
Morris County Library; 30 East Hanover Ave, Whippany, NJ 07981; 973-285-6930; www.mclib.info; Ocean County Library; Toms River Branch, 101 Washington St, Toms River, NJ 08753; 732-349-6200; www.oceancounty.lib.nj.us/Branches/TR/tr.htm.
Annmarie Agosta, LCSW; 15 Clyde Rd, Suite 102, Somerset, NJ 08873; 732-873-8738; AagostaLCSW(AT)aol.com; Psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families, integrating body, mind and spirit.
Allen Wells Center, Allen Wells, B.A., B.D., Director; 102 Ogden Pl, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-539-0301; Specializing in whole person psychotherapy of mind/body/heart/spirit.
Alternative Approach Psychotherapy Assoc; Marilyn Heimowitz, LCSW; 50 Church St, Suite 104, Montclair, NJ 07042; and 55-57 Main St, Millburn, NJ 07041; 973-736-8785; Individual, couple, family, addictions, abuse therapy.
Laura Schwartz Caile, MSW, LCSW; Anabasis Psychotherapy Consultants; 25 West High St, Somerville, NJ 08876; 908-526-5784; Fax: 908-526-5789; #SC-0046094.
Center for Identity Development; 31 Trinity Pl, Montclair, NJ 07042; 973-744-6386; http://www.cdeis.com/CID; Individual, group, family and couples therapy, plus other services. James Mahon, LCSW, ACSW, NJ License #SC00984. Donna Galante, LCSW, NJ License #SC01426. Robert Reese, Psy.D., NJ License #2925.
Joseph A. Chan, MSW, LCSW; 605 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 6, Montclair, NJ 07042; 973-202-1421; Fax: 973-783-0500; josephlcsw(AT)comcast.net; Lesbian-, gay- and bisexual-affirming psychotherapist. Culturally-sensitive individual therapy. Strict confidentiality. License #44SC05184400.
Raymond Cicetti, LCSW; 44 Elm St, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-984-6343; Utilizing a solution based approach to healing with individuals, couples and families. Specializing in: Stress reduction, anxiety/depression and communication problems.
Ann Cutillo, LCSW; 51 Upper Montclair Plaza, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; 973-509-9440; Individuals, couples, families, children. Hours by appointment. NJ License #44SC00172700.
Brenda G. Forte, LCSW, CAS; 44 Elm St, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-538-2818; Affirming therapy and counseling for individuals and couples. Specialties include: anxiety, depression, trauma. #SC776.
Judith Glassgold, PsyD, Licensed Psychologist; 324 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904; 732-777-9377; drglassgold(AT)yahoo.com; Affirmative therapy for lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals, couples and families. NJ License #02871.
Russell W. Healy, LCSW; Anabasis Psychotherapy Consultants; 25 West High St, Somerville, NJ 08876; 908-526-5784; Fax: 908-526-5789.
Institute for Personal Growth, Margaret Nichols, PhD; 8 South Third Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904; 800-379-9220 or 732-246-8439; Fax: 732-246-8081; www.ipgcounseling.com; Serving gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and others on the sexual vanguard.
Rosemarie Kopacsi, PhD, LCSW; 460 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 209, Montclair, NJ 07042; 973-509-0574; Individual, couples, and family therapy.
Lesbians With Cancer Support Group; c/o The Cancer Institute of NJ, 195 Little Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901; 732-235-6792; www.cinj.org; Support group for Lesbian, Bisexual, or Transgendered women with cancer and their partners. The goal of the group is to improve education, promote mutual problem solving and facilitate sharing. Open discussion meetings 2nd Wednesdays 7:00-8:30 pm. Contact Ellen Levine, LCSW for more information. Strict confidentiality will be respected.
Diana Lunt, LCSW; 296 Amboy Ave, Metuchen, NJ 08840; 732-548-4145; Fax: 732-548-4145; dianalunt(AT)optionline.net; Licensed, caring, experienced psychotherapist specializing in depression, relationship issues, and sexual abuse issues. In-network provider for many insurances. License #SC01741.
Dahlia Mann, PhD, Clinical Psychologist; Maplewood/Millburn & Springfield Area; 973-868-2431; Practical solutions dealing with life: parenting/families, gender expression, grief/loss, anxiety/depression.
Cheryl Ann Notari, Ph.D.; 332 Springfield Ave, Suite 204, Summit, NJ 07901; 908-608-1114; Fax: 908-654-4741; Providing psychological services to children, adolescents and adults in a supportive environment.
Catherine Roland, LPC, NCC; 51 Upper Montclair Plaza, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; 973-655-7184; nj_buff(AT)yahoo.com; Relationship counseling for GLBT couples and families, sexual identity issues, Life Coaching, Licenced therapist with 24 years experience. Saturday hours, women's groups.
Marsha N. Shapiro, LCSW, BCD, LLC; 1626 Route 130 N, Suite K, North Brunswick, NJ 08902; and 214 Washington St, Toms River, NJ 08753; 732-422-9400:Fax: 732-274-0023; mashkalah(AT)aol.com; Affirmative therapy in a relaxed, comfortable environment. Specialize in coming out, being gay and in a straight marriage, relationship, parenting, and family of origin issues, addictions, survivors of childhood abuse. Trained in the use of EMDR and hypnosis. NJ License #SL-00046.
Deborah S. Smith, MS, LCADC; 47 Maple St, L-27, Summit, NJ 07901; Affirming, confidential counseling for individuals and couples. Over 30 years experience in GLBT issues and addictions.
Spectrum Counseling Solutions, LLC, Lisa Leidecker, LPC, LCADC, NCC; 51 Upper Montclair Plaza, Suite 21, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; and 248 Broad Street, Suite B, Red Bank, NJ 07701; 973-568-1166; Depression/anxiety, relationship issues, career transition, identity issues, addictions, abuse.
Karl L. Trappe, PhD; 601 Jefferson Rd, Suite 107, Parsippany, NJ 07054; 800-813-1234 or 973-428-8812; ktrappe(AT)aol.com; Psychologist.
African Asian Latina Lesbians United; PO Box 5412, Hillside, NJ 07205; 732-679-7687; info(AT)celebratesisterhood.org; www.celebratesisterhood.org; An organization created by women of color for women of color, providing networking and educational opportunities for all lesbians of color. See website for list of events.
Alternate Thursdays East; First Lutheran Church, 153 Park St, Montclair, NJ 07043; 973-325-6809; kjdinkin(AT)comcast.net; Social group for women. A great place to make new friends, find support, or meet someone special. We offer a comfortable, safe and friendly atmosphere for you to explore your self and others. We meet the 2nd Thursday of every month from 7:30pm to 9pm. Any questions? Contact Kerry.
American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey; PO Box 32159, Newark, NJ 07102; 973-642-2084; info(AT)aclu-nj.org; www.aclu-nj.org; A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working to fight civil liberties violations and to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to all people in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
Bloomfield College Gay/Non-Gay Alliance; 467 Franklin St, Bloomfield, NJ 07003; 973-748-9000; Fax: 973-743-3998; GNG_Alliance(AT)bloomfield.edu; http://users.bloomfield.edu/clubs/gaynongayalliance; Established in 1998, the Alliance has taken on the mission of positively addressing issues affecting the effective communication and relationship between gay and non-gay persons.
Bodies Like Ours; PO Box 362, Glen Gardner, NJ 08826; 908-212-4662; betsydriver(AT)bodieslikeours.org; www.BodiesLikeOurs.org; Bodies Like Ours is an intersex advocacy organization focused on using information and peer support to end the shame and secrecy of being intersexed.
Capital Rainbowfest Inc; PO Box 299, Trenton, NJ 08608; 609-396-9788 x7; info(AT)capitalrainbowfest.org; www.capitalrainbowfest.org; Capital Rainbowfest Inc. produces the New Jersey Fall GLBTI Pride event in Mill Hill Park, at S. Broad St. and E Front Street in downtown Trenton every September. Capital Rainbowfest is a charitable organization dedicated to bringing the diversity of the GLBTI community and the diversity of the state of New Jersey together in our state capital. Meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 206 W. State St. in Trenton, at 7:00 pm.
Central Jersey Lesbian Alliance; centraljerseyla(AT)aol.com; http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CJLA; The mission of the Central Jersey Lesbian Alliance is to enrich the lives of our members and exhibit a positive lesbian community example. We accomplish this through arranging supportive and comfortable venues to socialize, providing information and resources regarding lesbian events and issues, participating in community volunteer activities, encouraging communication with other lesbian organizations and keeping abreast of political issues that affect the lesbian community.
Central New Jersey Gay Men’s Opera Club; New Brunswick Area; 732-249-9034; hagol(AT)msn.com; We meet the 1st Sunday each month at 6:00 pm in Somerset, NJ, to share favorite opera recordings and videos, and to socialize.
Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE); c/o RFNJ, PO Box 1385, Maplewood, NJ 07040; 973-763-8511; colage(AT)rainbowfamiliesnj.org; The NJ Chapter of COLAGE meets 6-10 times per year and holds fun events for Children of Lesbian and Gay Families in NJ, ages 9 and over. COLAGE usually meets during the scheduled events of Rainbow Families of NJ, as well as at separate events. For more information on future events please email us.
The College of New Jersey: PRISM; 2000 Pennington Rd, The College of New Jersey, Ewing, NJ 08628; 609-771-2390; prism(AT)tcnj.edu; www.tcnj.edu/~prism; TCNJ’s only group for gays, lesbians, bisexuals, transgendered people, and heterosexuals who support the movement for equality for all, regardless of sexuality.
County College of Morris Pride Coalition; County College of Morris, Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ 07869; GLBTI student organization.
Drew University: Alliance; Drew University, 36 Madison Ave., Madison, NJ 07940; alliance(AT)drew.edu; www.groups.drew.edu/alliance; The Drew University Alliance is a student-run organization that works toward unifying the GLBTQ community with outer communities through education and awareness. Meetings are held every Wednesday at 5:30 PM in Baldwin Main Lounge.
Equality Forum; 215-732-3378; Fax: 215-732-7376; info(AT)equalityforum.com; www.equalityforum.com; The annual Equality Forum in Philadelphia is the world's largest GLBT civil rights forum. Approximately 60 regional, national, and international organizations collaborate to present panels on politics, religion, health, youth, family, the law, aging, business, and education. The weeklong event, ending the first Sunday of May, includes an art exhibit, religious services, film screenings, concerts, parties, and SundayOUT!, the area's largest street festival.
Feminine Connection; PO Box 855, Oakland, NJ 07436; 201-337-6943; feminineconnect(AT)aol.com; Social group for women.
Ford Gay Lesbian or Bisexual Employees (GLOBE); PMB #187, 26300 Ford Road, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127; info(AT)FordGLOBE.org; www.FordGLOBE.org; Ford GLOBE is an ever-expanding grassroots network of employees, retirees, and contractors at Ford Motor Company, its subsidiaries, and affiliates. We welcome new members.
GABLES of Cape May County; PO Box 641, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210; 609-861-1848; gables00(AT)email.com; www.gablescapemay.com; Social and outreach organization whose purpose is to promote, secure, enhance, and protect the human dignity, integrity, and legal and political rights of lesbians, gays, and bisexual persons. Meets 3rd Monday of each month at the Episcopal Church of the Advent, Cape May.
Gay and Lesbian Senior Support Group (GALES); The Lighthouse, 591 Lakehurst Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755; 800-621-0096; For GLBT seniors over 50. Meetings for education, support and socialization are held the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 5:00 -6:30 pm.
Garden State Equality; 67 Church St; Montclair, NJ 07042; 973-GSE-LGBT (474-5428); Contact(AT)GardenStateEquality.org; www.gardenstateequality.org; Statewide organization for LGBTI civil rights, with a general advocacy arm that works to pass pro-LGBTI legislation and fight for those facing discrimination, and a political arm that works to elect pro-LGBTI candidates to public office in New Jersey.
Gay & Lesbian Political Action & Support Groups; 473 Plainfield Rd, Edison, NJ 08820; 732-744-1370; email(AT)gaypasg.org; www.gaypasg.org; Supporting basic Civil Right, Same-Sex Civil Marriage and Safe Schools as major projects.
Gay Activist Alliance in Morris County; PO Box 137, Convent Station, NJ 07961-0137; 973-285-1595; Payphone on Monday nights: 973-455-9738; info(AT)gaamc.org; www.gaamc.org; Office and meeting place: Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ. Meetings on Monday evenings. Doors open at 6:30.
Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN) Chapters; GLSEN is an education organization creating safe schools for all gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) students. GLSEN envisions a future in which every child (and every school) learns to respect and accept all people, regardless of real or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. GLSEN strives to assure that every member of every school community is respected and valued, regardless of sexual orientation, gender expression or gender identity. We welcome all who share this philosophy. Join your local chapter to ensure that local issues receive local attention and help to make a difference in K-12 schools.
GLSEN - Central New Jersey; PO Box 261, Hightstown, NJ 08520; 609-448-8243; cnj(AT)njglsen.org; www.njglsen.org; GLSEN Central NJ is an accredited chapter of the national Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Association working to make schools safer for all students, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression.
GLSEN - Northern New Jersey; PO Box 43171, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; 973-249-9107; glsen_nnj(AT)yahoo.com; www.njglsen.org.
Gay Pride Rockland, An Event for Everyone; Volunteer Counseling Service of Rockland County Inc; 77 S Main St, New City, NY 10956; 845-634-5729 x306; Fax: 845-634-7839; info(AT)gaypriderockland.org; www.gaypriderockland.org.
Gender Rights Advocacy Association of New Jersey (GRAANJ); c/o 119 Manor Dr, Red Bank, NJ 07701; 732-603-0514; info(AT)graanj.org; www.graanj.org; A statewide membership organization committed to securing full civil rights for transgender and intersex people, and individuals of non-stereotypical gender identity and expression, without regard to race, religion or sexual orientation. Call or e-mail for time and date of meetings.
Heritage of Pride Inc; 154 Christopher St, Suite 1D, New York, NY 10014; 212-80-PRIDE (212-807-7433); Fax: 212-807-7436; www.hopinc.org; Heritage of Pride organizes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride events in New York City to commemorate and celebrate the Stonewall Riots. Pride Week 2007: June 17-24.
Hudson Diversity Action Council; 344 Grove St, Suite 145, Jersey City, NJ 07302; 977-772-0166; info(AT)hudsondiversity.org; www.hudsondiversity.org; Hudson Diversity Action Council advances the issues of underserved populations through political action, voter mobilization, and community education. Our mission is to represent a unified voting bloc and raise both awareness and funding for electoral candidates who will foster progress on the issues that are important to our community.
Human Rights Campaign, Greater New York Steering Committee (HRC); ChrisCarolan(AT)aol.com; www.hrc.org/Template.cfm?Section=Metro_New_York1; The Human Rights Campaign lobbies and provides supports fair-minded candidates and educates the public on topics affecting LGBT Americans. HRC's Greater New York Steering Committee organizes events in support of HRC's mission.
Intersex Society of North America; 979 Golf Course Drive #282, Rohnert Park, CA 94928; www.isna.org; A public awareness, advocacy and education organization promoting a world free of shame, secrecy, and unwanted surgery for intersex people.
Intersexed People of New Jersey; 973-477-8939; intersexedpeopleofnj(AT)earthlink.net; http://home.earthlink.net/~intersexedpeopleofnj; Outreach and information for intersexed people in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut, and their families and friends.
Jersey City Lesbian + Gay Outreach, Inc (JCLGO); 344 Grove St, #186, Jersey City, NJ 07302; 201-333-5725; info(AT)jclgo.org; www.jclgo.org; A not-for-profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to being a vital voice in Jersey City that brings the GLBTI community together. Produce Jersey City's Annual GLBTI Pride Festival in August. Jersey City Pride 2007 will be held Saturday, August 27.
Jersey Pride, Inc; PO Box 10796, New Brunswick, NJ 08906; 732-21 GAY NJ (732-214-2965); info(AT)jerseypride.org; www.jerseypride.org; The all-volunteer organization that produces NJ's Annual Statewide Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered and Intersexed Pride Celebration the 1st weekend in June in Asbury Park. JPI is committed to increasing the visibility of, and promoting the well being of NJ's GLBTI community through annual pride events, year-round fundraising efforts, and production of the critically acclaimed magazine, The Jersey Gaze.
Kean University: P.R.I.D.E. (Peers, Respect, Interaction, Diversity, Equality) (Formerly BiHG-TALK); 1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083; 908-737-7101; ameckele(AT)kean.edu; www.kean.edu/resident_clubs.html#2; PRIDE's goal is to come together with new and improved ideas as they set out to protect and respect the pride of the gay, lesbian, transgendered, transexual, intersexual, bisexual, questioning, and ally community. Regular meetings during academic calendar year, scheduled at the beginning of each semester.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community Center of NYC; 208 West 13th St, New York, NY 10011-7702; 212-620-7310; Fax: 212-924-2657; gaycenter(AT)gaycenter.org; www.gaycenter.org; New York City’s gay community center. Via subway: Take 1, 2, 3, 9, A, C, F, V trains to 14th Street.
Lesbians & Gay Men of New Brunswick; The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; njrj(AT)aol.com; Social, educational, rap, potlucks, for everyone. Meets at PCNJ 2nd & 4th Tuesdays (AT) 8:00 pm.
Lesbians and BiWomen in Heterosexual Marriages; 1048 Livingston Ave, The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; Offers group members the necessary support and encouragement to either remain in, or change, their present situation. Meets at PCNJ 3rd Wednesdays at 7:30pm.
Log Cabin Republicans; 1901 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Suite 902, Washington, DC 20006; 973-635-5373; membership(AT)logcabin.org; coffeelen(AT)att.net; www.logcabin.org; Log Cabin Republicans courageously stand on the front lines of today's most important battleground for gay and lesbian civil rights. We are the nation's leading voice for fairness, inclusion, and tolerance in the GOP. The nation's largest gay and lesbian Republican organization, with local chapters at the state level.
Long Yang Club; PO Box 5130, New Brunswick, NJ 08903; 732-247-0515; newjersey(AT)longyangclub.org; www.longyangclub.org/newjersey; Social club for GLBT Asians, Pacific Islanders, and their friends. Meets the 2nd Saturday of each month at 7:30 pm at The Pride Center.
Magnus Hirschfeld Center for Human Rights; Crosswicks House, PO Box 1974, Bloomfield, NJ 07003; 862-823-1767; Fax: 862-823-1767; HumanRights(AT)post.com; http://come.to/humanrights; A non-governmental, non-profit organization engaged in the promotion of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender human rights and civil liberties under international law. Bill Courson, executive director.
Men's Coming Out Group; The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; njwarrior(AT)aol.com; A moderated discussion group for issues related to coming out as gay or bisexual men. Men vote on the topic of the day. Meets at PCNJ every Wednesday at 7:30 pm.
Gay & Lesbian Faculty & Staff Association; Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave, 313 Dickson Hall, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; 973-655-4168; GLFSA(AT)mail.montclair.edu; We represent the diverse community of Gay & Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender faculty and staff of Montclair State University.
Sexuality, Pride, EduCation, Truth, Respect and Unity @ Montclair State (SPECTRUMS); Montclair State University, 1 Normal Ave, Student Center Room 101, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043; 973-655-3417; spectrums_msu(AT)yahoo.com; www.geocities.com/SPECTRUMS_MSU; A student organization dedicated to educating the community about gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues.
NARAL Pro-Choice New Jersey Foundation; 127 Route 206, Suite 25B, Hamilton, NJ 08610; 609-581-7171; Fax: 609-581-9991; prochoicenj(AT)prochoicenj.org; www.prochoicenj.org; We provide materials and programs regarding the issue of reproductive and personal freedom, privacy, access to services for all people, and protection of New Jersey as a progressive haven. Services include: Fact Sheets, speakers and issue-related materials, high school and college programs, participation in statewide coalitions, and creation of legislation which protects reproductive rights. All our services are provided free of charge.
National Association of Social Workers-NJ Chapter; NJ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Issues Committee; 200 Metroplex Dr, Suite 404, Edison, NJ 08817; 800-932-0004 in NJ; 609-584-5686 outside NJ; Fax: 800-584-1603; info(AT)naswnj.org; www.naswnj.org; Serving social workers concerned with GLBT issues. Maintains list of sympathetic therapists.
National Organization for Lesbians of SizE (NOLOSE); 1204 Avenue U, Suite 1239, Brooklyn, NY 11229; 510-541-5948; info(AT)nolose.org; www.nolose.org; A support, social, and networking group for fat or fat-positive lesbians, bi-women, trans folks and our allies.
National Organization for Women - Morris County; PO Box 394, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-285-1200; MorrisCountyNOW(AT)hotmail.com; www.morriscountynow.org; Play a part in creating positive change for women. Make your voice heard. Meetings first Tuesday of the month, 7:30pm, at the Morris Plains Community Center, Jim Fear Drive.
National Organization for Women -- NJ; 110 W State St, Trenton, NJ 03574; 609-393-0156; Fax: 609-393-8123; NOW-NJ(AT)nownj.org; www.nownj.org; NOW is the largest organization of feminist activists in the United States. Since its founding in 1966, NOW's goal has been to take action to bring about equality for all women. NOW is focused on making broad legal, political, social and economic change in order to eliminate sexism in society.
New Jersey Bares; PO Box 339, Sparta, NJ 07871; njbares(AT)hotmail.com; A male gay nudist group. Meets for socializing and making new friends.
NJEA Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Caucus; PO Box 314, Roosevelt, NJ 08555; 609-448-5215; njealgbc(AT)comcast.net; www.njealgbtc.org; The NJEA Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Caucus has been established to protect the rights and interests of LGBT members of NJEA and their supporters. We are a network of support and information about LGBT issues in education. We meet monthly and work to insure safe, supportive school environments.
New Jersey Gay Film Society and Potluck Dinner Club; gayfilms(AT)bigfoot.com; http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NJGFSandPDC; Our group offers a GLBTI-themed movie/social event - including a friendly potluck dinner - the third Saturday of every month at 7:00 pm at a different host's home in northern or central NJ. We show mostly recent GLBTI movies - from comedy to drama. Admission is free, but you must bring a favorite entree, side dish, dessert, and/or beverage to share.
New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus; PO Box 21, Princeton, NJ 08542; 609-369-7774; www.njgmc.org; New Jersey’s premier gay men’s chorus. Performances throughout NJ, NY and Eastern PA. Rehearsals on Monday nights at 7:30 pm at Nassau Presbyterian Church in Princeton.
New Jersey Lavender Greens; PO Box 172, Gillette, NJ 07933; 908-322-4319; NJLavenderGreens(AT)yahoo.com; http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NJ-LavenderGreens; Local GLBT chapter of the Green political party.
New Jersey Lesbian & Gay Coalition/Personal Liberty Fund; PO Box 11335, Wayne, NJ 08906-1335; 732-828-6772; Fax: 732-249-5002; mail(AT)njlgc.org; www.njlgc.org; Statewide organization representing the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and intersexed communities in NJ.
New Jersey Stonewall Democrats; PO Box 8221, New Market Station, Piscataway, NJ 05588; 908-222-3330; info(AT)njstonewalldemocrats.org; www.njstonewalldemocrats.org; Founded in January 2000 to bring together Democrats: gay; lesbian; bisexual; transgender; intersex and straight, to influence the leaders of New Jersey’s Democratic Party to understand and support equal rights for our community. From within the party itself, we maintain an ongoing dialog with leaders, helping them fight for the ideals of the Democratic Party, while embracing equality for all Americans: in our party; our state; and our country.
Older Wilder Lesbians (OWLS); The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; Group of mature lesbians who meet to socialize, plan group outings and have fun. Meets at PCNJ 3rd Fridays (AT) 7:30 pm.
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays - PFLAG Chapters. http://www.pflag.org/189.html; Find a PFLAG Chapter near you. PFLAG was founded in 1981 by 25 parents concerned with society's attitude toward their gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered children. Today, PFLAG represents more than 65,000 families and friends in the United States and speaks for the thousands of others who cannot. We are dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people, their families and their friends.
PFLAG-Bergen County; PO Box 1330, Ridgewood, NJ 07450; 201-287-0318; info(AT)BergenPFLAG.org; www.BergenPFLAG.com; This chapter of PFLAG works to "promote the health and well-being of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered persons through support to cope with an adverse society; education to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights." Meets at Temple Beth-Or, 56 Ridgewood Road, Washington Township, on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 8-9:30 pm; Newcomers, 7:30 pm.
PFLAG-Jersey Shore; 1681 Ridgeway Rd. (Route 571), Toms River, NJ 08757; 908-814-2155; jerseyshorepflag(AT)yahoo.com; www.jerseyshorepflag.org; Founded in 2004, the group meets at 7:00 pm the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the United Church of Christ of Toms River. Not affiliated with any religion. See www.tomsriverucc.org for directions.
PFLAG-Morris County; PO Box 490, Brookside, NJ 07926; 973-543-7229; craig.bcc(AT)verizon.net; Meets at 7:30 pm on the 2nd Monday of each month at Brookside Community Church, 8 E. Main St, Brookside. Directions at www.brooksidechurch.org.
PFLAG-North Jersey; PO Box 4585, Wayne, NJ 07470; 973-267-8414; pflagwaver(AT)aol.com; www.pflagnorthjersey.org; Meets the 2nd Sunday of each month at the First Presbyterian & Trinity Church, 111 Irvington Ave, South Orange. Newcomer’s meeting is at 1:30 and our regular meeting is from 2:30 to 4:15. Wheelchair-accessible; call a few days ahead.
PFLAG-Princeton; c/o HiTOPS Inc, 21 Wiggins St, Princeton, NJ 08540; 609-683-5155 x217; Fax: 609-683-9507; corrine(AT)hitops.org; www.pflagprinceton.org; Meets the 2nd Monday of each month at Trinity Church, 33 Mercer St, Princeton, in the George Thomas Room at 7:30 pm.
PFLAG-Mays Landing; 103 Dover Ave, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234; 609-641-2225.
Plainfield Area Equality; joan.hervey(AT)plainfieldareaequality.com; www.PlainfieldAreaEquality.com; Newsletter and calendar of events in and around Plainfield, NJ.
Planned Parenthood Affiliates of NJ; info(AT)plannedparenthoodnj.org; www.plannedparenthoodNJ.org.
Pride Center of New Jersey (PCNJ); The Franklin Feld Building, 321 Raritan Ave, Second Floor, Highland Park, NJ 08904; 732-846-2232; info(AT)pridecenter.org; www.pridecenter.org; New Jersey's GLBT Community Center, providing meeting space for groups and organizations (see individual listings), free HIV counseling and testing, free lending library and a statewide Info Line.
Princeton University Pride Alliance; 201C Frist Campus Center, Princeton, NJ 08544; pride(AT)princeton.edu; www.princeton.edu/~pride; Founded in 1972, the Princeton Pride Alliance represents the interests of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning members of the community at Princeton University in all matters which affect and are relevant to it.
Queer Montclair: Out in Essex; PO Box 1974, Bloomfield, NJ 07003; 862-823-1767; http://all.at/queermontclair; Montclair’s virtual GLBTIQ community and serving the Essex County area.
Rainbow Families of New Jersey; PO Box 1385, Maplewood, NJ 07040; 973-763-8511; www.rainbowfamiliesnj.org; Provides a means for GLBT parents in New Jersey to form a community, supports other GLBT individuals in their efforts to become parents, fosters awareness of and respect for GLBT-headed households to the general public, and advocates for the issues and concerns that face GLBT families.
Ramapo College of New Jersey - Gay Peer Services; 505 Ramapo Valley Rd, Mahwah, NJ 07430; 201-684-6209; Fax: 201-825-0276; GPS(AT)ramapo.edu; www.queer-ramapo.org; Gay Peer Services attempts to establish a more diverse, safe environment for students, faculty and staff at the college. Meets Mondays at 1 PM in the Women's Center, C-220.
Rowan University Gay-Straight Alliance; 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028; 856-256-4500, x3127; gsa_rowan(AT)yahoo.com; www.rowan.edu/mars/clubs/gsa/index.html; An organization supporting unity between GLBT and straight students.
Rutgers University: Bisexual/Gay/Lesbian Alliance at Rutgers University (BiGLARU);
Rutgers College Student Activities Center, SAC Box 91, 13 George St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901; biglaru_biglaru(AT)yahoo.com; www.scils.rutgers.edu/~biglaru; Serves the GLBT community in its mission to strive for universal acceptance and equality. Founded in 1969 as the Rutgers Homophile League, the second ever collegiate GLBT organization in the United States. Rutgers Student Center, Room 211 in CAC Student Center, Thursdays at 9:30pm.
South Asian Lesbian and Gay Association (SALGA!); PO Box 524, Rahway, NJ 07065; 908-342-1625; salganj(AT)hotmail.com; www.salganyc.org/salganj.htm; SALGA-NJ is a social, political and support group for GLBT people who trace their descent from South Asian countries. Meets at The Pride Center on the 3rd Saturday of the month starting in fall 2006.
South Jersey NOW-Alice Paul Chapter; PO Box 2801, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034; 856-778-8320; outreach(AT)southjerseynow.org; www.southjerseynow.org; This chapter of NOW is involved in so many different activities that there is usually something for everyone. Whether your key issue is equal pay for equal work, ending violence against women, reproductive rights, child care, divorce law, women in politics, or ending racism, this chapter is doing something about it. Two free chapter newsletters sent on request (leave message on our answering machine or e-mail request).
Trenton Area NOW; TrentonAreaNOW(AT)yahoo.com.
Trenton Gay and Lesbian Civic Association; PO Box 33209, 96 South Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08629-0209; 609-396-9788; info(AT)tglca.com; www.tglca.com; Fosters greater participation of Trenton's gays and lesbians in civic life, promotes the positive aspects of Trenton to gays and lesbians from other communities, and acts as a liaison between the gay and lesbian community and government. Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:30pm at Joe’s Mill Hill Saloon, Broad and Market Streets, Trenton.
Tuesday Night Lesbian Connection (TLC); 409 Mountain Ave, (at the corner of Union Ave. Rt. 28), Bound Brook, NJ 08805; info4tnlc(AT)yahoo.com; http://groups.yahoo.com/group/info4tnlc; We're a friendly lesbian social group that gathers every Tuesday night around 7:30 to socialize. Send an email to get on our email list for a current schedule.
Lorraine Cannata, Certified Clinical Electrologist; Morris County Area; 973-770-3552; Permanent hair removal. Hours by appointment.
Joe Delgado; EuroBronze Tanning; 55 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904; 732-296-6766; Open 7 days a week. Look and feel your best. Keep that hard earned summer tan all year long.
Sue Harris, Private Tutor; Morris County Area; 908-581-0098; sueharris59(AT)yahoo.com; 29 years of tutoring experience. Specializing in Math and Computers. All grades and levels from Addition to Vectors. Plus science, English, and social studies.
Healing Hands Massage Therapy; Kelly-Anne Megara, CMT, NMT; 732-521-5857; www.healinghands4you.com; Human and Canine Massage.
Oh U Dirty Dawg; 732-521-5857; ohudirtydawg(AT)aol.com; Dog Grooming With Love by Sandra.
Fit-Well Personal Training, Inc.; Christopher Selitto, President; 37 Mountain Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081; 973-379-6366; fit-well(AT)comcast.net; www.fitwelltraining.com; Personal trainers and fitness consultants.
Heartful Touch; Dennis Sprick; 127 Elm St, Montclair, NJ 07042-3208; 973-901-2306; Fax: 732-408-9182; dennis(AT)heartfultouch.com; www.heartfultouch.com; Swedish massage, reflexology, and CranioSacral Therapy. In or outcalls, Gift Certificates available. Serving the GLBTI Community since 1998. Call Dennis for an appointment.
NJ Center for the Healing Arts; 623 River Rd, Fair Haven, NJ 07704; 732-747-2944; www.njcha.org.
Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey; 625 Bangs Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712; 800-947-0020; www.vnacj.org.
Are You Entertained; 21 Southside Ave, Posterity, Ink – Publisher, Somerville, NJ 08876; 732-932-7800 x913; bearealman(AT)gmail.com; www.myspace.com/bearealman; An antidote to corporate crap. A cure for the common place. A program which uncovers overlooked issues, stories and perspectives in news, politics, society, and marginalized, under-appreciated pop cultures which deserve greater appreciation. Don't forget to laugh. A radio program in search of a good home: Listen. It's coming back. Produced and hosted by Bill Stella.
Challenge; PO Box 137, Convent Station, NJ 07961; 973-285-1595; ChallengeNews(AT)gaamc.org; A benefit of GAAMC membership, or available by subscription.
GABLES' Rainbow Directory for New Jersey; PO Box 641, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210; 609-861-1848; www.gablescapemay.com/rbd/2007%20Gables.pdf; Published by GABLES of Cape May County, Inc. A yearly directory of businesses and organizations that proudly serves the LGBTQI community of New Jersey.
Gayellow Pages; PO Box 533-GAA, Village Station, New York, NY 10014; 646-213-0263; Fax: 646-292-5170; gypages(AT)gmail.com; www.gayellowpages.com; The ORIGINAL Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender yellow pages: since 1973.
Generation Q; 732-932-7800 x913; Studio (during show times only): 732-932-8800; wrsu(AT)wrsu.rutgers.edu; www.wrsu.org; Tuesdays 2-4 pm on WRSU-FM 88.7 Queer Radio from New Brunswick with Pedro Serrano.
Highest Common Denominator; 21 Southside Ave, Posterity, Ink -- Publisher, Somerville, NJ 08876; bearealman(AT)gmail.com; www.myspace.com/bearealman; Great music doesn't end with the commercial. Fresh new music passionately presented in clever segues, with context and how to find more of it. LGBT artists played prominently. Conscious music for conscious folks. Produced and hosted by Bill Stella. Please send music for airplay & concert announcements. A Live web radio program in search of a good home: Listen. It's coming back.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Directory of Services and Resources; New York City Office of the Comptroller, 1 Centre St, New York, NY 10007-2341; 212-669-3089; action(AT)comptroller.nyc.gov; www.comptroller.nyc.gov/bureaus/cac/faq.shtm#seven; The directory includes information from New York City and the metropolitan area, including New Jersey. The directory also is available online in PDF.
NJGayLife.com; Bonnie Kantor, c/o Pressing Issues, PO Box 224, Metuchen, NJ 08840; 732-549-9054; Fax: 732-549-9056; www.njgaylife.com; The original, the official and still the best website for the GLBTI community in New Jersey. We are celebrating 10 years of keeping the community connected!
Out in Jersey magazine; 743 Hamilton Ave, Trenton, NJ 08629; 609-213-9310; Fax: 609-599-2304; outinjersey(AT)earthlink.net; www.outinjersey.net; New Jersey's free and independent source for GLBTI news and views.
Robert Kohl; Re/Max Renown Realty; 770 Route 10, Randolph, NJ 07869; 973-361-8400; Res: 973-252-7080; bob5211(AT)aol.com; www.bobkohl.com; Serving our community since 1989.
Alan Platoff; Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, 100 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030; 201-267-0338; Fax: 201-798-9366; alan(AT)hudsoncountyliving.com; www.hudsoncountyliving.com; Assisting buyers & sellers in Jersey City, Hoboken and throughout Hudson County.
Bound Brook Presbyterian Church; 409 Mountain Ave, Bound Brook, NJ 08805; 732-356-3575; www.bbpc.org; People of all sexual orientations will find a safe and affirming place here. Services Sat. at 5pm and Sun. at 9 & 11 am.
Central Unitarian Church of Bergen County; 156 Forest Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652; 201-262-6300; Fax: 201-262-6606; www.cucparamus.org; We are a church without creed or dogma. Our faith emphasizes personal religious integrity, moral commitment, and a free and responsible search for truth and meaning. We welcome all people of good faith and, as a Welcoming Congregation, make a special effort to be inclusive of GLBTI people.
Christ Episcopal Church; 74 Park Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028; 973-743-5911; Fax: 973-743-0216; www.christchurchepiscopal.org; Christ Church is a diverse, inclusive Episcopal parish in the Diocese of Newark. We welcome all of God's people with open arms. Our building is wheelchair-accessible. GLBTI group meets the second Saturday, 6:30 p.m. for a folk mass followed by a discussion group over dinner, plus a variety of different event: movies, theater shows.
Christ Episcopal Church; 393 Washington Ave, Belleville, NJ 07109-3252; 973-751-0616; www.christchurchbelleville.org; An inclusive church -- making a difference in the community! Services in English and Spanish, see website for schedule.
Church of the Redeemer; 36 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-539-0703; redeemer1(AT)mindspring.com; www.redeemermorristown.org; A Christian Liberation Community in the Episcopal Tradition. We Are One Family.
Dignity Metropolitan New Jersey; c/o St George’s Episcopal Church, 550 Ridgewood Rd, Maplewood, NJ 07040; 973-857-4040; dignitymetronj(AT)msn.com; Support group for Northern NJ GLBT Catholics. Services 3rd Sunday at 4 pm.
Dignity New Brunswick; PO Box 10781, New Brunswick, NJ 08906; 732-968-9263; dignitynb(AT)earthlink.net; http://home.earthlink.net/~dignitynb; For GLBT Catholics and friends, we meet at the New Brunswick Quaker Meeting House twice monthly for liturgies and social events.
Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church; New & Kirkpatrick Streets, New Brunswick, NJ 08901; 732-545-2673; Fax: 732-545-0356; emanuelnb(AT)worldnet.att.net; www.emanuelnb.org; Emanuel is a warm, friendly, gay welcoming church. Services are Sunday mornings at 10:30, and 9:30 in the summer. Large gay/lesbian membership. The pastor is Jeffrey Eaton.
First Presbyterian & Trinity Church; 111 Irvington Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079; 973-762-7879; http://members.bellatlantic.net/~ftrinity; Sunday worship 10:30 am. A More Light Church, welcoming GLBTI people.
Liberation in Truth Unity Fellowship Church; 608 Broad St at Trinity & St. Philips Cathedral, Newark, NJ 07102; and 47 & 49 New St and 11 Halsey St; JanyceLJ(AT)aol.com; www.litufc.org; LITUFC is a member of the Unity Fellowship Movement. Our Social Justice Ministry proclaims the sacredness of all life and focuses on empowering those who have been oppressed. We believe that God's Love is for Everyone regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation.
Metropolitan Community Church of Christ the Liberator; PO Box 7422, North Brunswick, NJ 08902; 732-846-8227; byrdnest(AT)aol.com; www.mccctl.com; MCC-CTL – Helping All People Believe that God Believes in Them!
Morristown Unitarian Fellowship; 21 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960; 973-540-1177; amiller(AT)muuf.org; www.muuf.org; Unitarian Universalism has a long-standing commitment to the full inclusion and affirmation of all persons, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
New Jersey's Lesbian and Gay Havurah; PO Box 2576, Edison, NJ 08818-2576; 732-650-1010; info(AT)njhav.org; www.njhav.org; A circle of friends celebrating our Jewish heritage. NJLGH is a state-wide organization serving the needs of the GLBTI Jewish community since 1991 by providing social, religious, cultural and education activities every month.
Stanley Congregational Church, United Church of Christ; 94 Fairmount Avenue, Chatham, NJ 07928; 973-635-7723; www.stanleychurch.org; Stanley is an Open and Affirming Church that values questions, respects differences and warmly welcomes all persons of every race, marital circumstance, sexual orientation and theological tradition. Come visit a different kind of church - progressive, thoughtful, inclusive, and democratic. We look forward to welcoming you Sunday mornings at 10 a.m.Temple Beth Ahm Yisrael; 60 Temple Drive, Springfield, NJ 07081; 973-376-0539; Fax: 973-376-5478; office(AT)templebethahm.com; www.templebethahm.com. A welcoming synagogue providing religious and spiritual activities, engaging programs, and a GLBT-friendly atmosphere.
The OASIS in the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey; 732-591-9210; 973-783-9533; oasisnj(AT)comcast.net; http://oasisnj.home.comcast.net; Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and straight people.
The OASIS in the Episcopal Diocese of Newark; 31 Mulberry St, Newark, NJ 07102; 973-430-9909; theoasis(AT)dioceseofnewark.org; http://theoasis.dioceseofnewark.org; Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and straight people.
Unitarian Church in Summit; 4 Waldron Ave, Summit, NJ 07901; 908-273-3245; Fax: 908-273-5190; uucs(AT)ucsummit.org; www.ucsummit.org; A Welcoming Congregation.
Unitarian Society of Ridgewood; 113 Cottage Pl, Ridgewood, NJ 07450; 201-444-6225; Fax: 201-444-9818; usr.minister(AT)verizon.net; www.uuridgewood.org; A place where you will find inspiration in the richness of diverse beliefs and the power of community. Services during the school year are held at 9:15 and 11:00. Summer services are held at 10:00. We welcome and affirm GLBTQ people. Join us!
Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing; 268 Washington Crossing-Pennington Rd, Titusville, NJ 08560; 609-737-0515; Fax: 609-730-1148; uucwc(AT)uucwc.org; www.uucwc.org; Members reflect broad religious principles and support each individual's spiritual search for truth and meaning. Openly welcomes and accepts people who are GLBT into all aspects of congregational life and leadership. Unanimously affirms the right of same gender couples to be married. Services at 9:15 and 11:00 am, and at 10:00 am during the summer.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Somerset Hills; 45 North Gaston Ave, Suite 1D, Somerville, NJ 08876; 908-927-0601; Fax: 908-927-0604; uucsh(AT)uucsh.org; www.uucsh.org; Services are held at 10:00 AM on Sundays. In July and August informal summer services take place at our Congregation Office in Somerville. Regular services run from September through mid-June at Raritan Valley Community College, North Branch 08876. Directions to RVCC: www.raritanval.edu. Park in Lot 6 and follow signs and greeters to the service.
Unitarian Universalist Ocean County Congregation; PO Box 5184, Toms River, NJ 08754; 732-244-3455; uuocc_nj(AT)yahoo.com; www.uuocc.org; A Welcoming Congregation. Services are at 10:30 am at 160 Route 9, Bayville, NJ Pastor is Rev. George Blair.
United Church of Christ of Toms River; 1681 Ridgeway Rd. (Route 571), Toms River, NJ 08757; 732-244-4014; lholzbaur(AT)aol.com; www.tomsriverucc.org; No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. Regular Services are Sundays at 11 a.m. Call for wheelchair access information.
Braunschweiger; 33 South St, Morristown, NJ 07960; and New Providence & Warren, NJ; 973-538-2189; www.braunschweiger.com; Providing jewelry, watches, and gifts for all life's special occasions for nearly 50 years in Morristown.
Daily Plan It; 150-152 Speedwell Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960; and 707 Alexander Road, Suite 208, Princeton, NJ 08540; 973-971-0082 and 609-514-9494; Cathleen.Capasso(AT)comop.org; www.dailyplanit.org; Providing great solutions for your business.
DJG Associates; 18 Passaic Ave, Unit 6, Fairfield, NJ 07004; 973-276-7901; Fax: 973-276-7902; www.djgonline.com; Proud printer of GAAMC's Pride Guide for the third year!
Joanna's Moving LLC; Joanna Hopkinson; 236 Harrison Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304; 201-434-5309 or 888-942-7812; Fax: 201-435-8332; joannasmoving(AT)comcast.net.
Central New Jersey Pride Bowlers League (CNJPBL); Edison, NJ 973-896-7604; cnjpbl(AT)yahoo.com; www.cnjpbl.com; Fabulous fun times Tuesday nights at 9:15 pm, we are NJ’s fastest growing gay social bowling league going into our 9th season. Season runs from September to late April. Please see our website for summer social and come see us at our Jersey Pride Booth.
East Coast Women’s Baseball League; 629 Campgaw Rd, Mahwah, NJ 07430; 201-825-1534; womensbaseball(AT)hotmail.com; www.scorebook.com/womensbaseball; A baseball league for women and girls of all ages and skill levels. Players hail from NJ, NY, CT, and PA.
Garden State Gay Bowling Organization (GSGBO); info(AT)GSGBO.com; www.gsgbo.com; A fun social, mixed bowling league open to all bowlers, regardless of sex, race, religion or sexual orientation, meeting at Hudson Lanes in Jersey City Tuesday nights at 9 pm. Season runs from September to May.
Just Cruising Womyn's Motorcycle Club; JustCruising143(AT)aol.com; www.hometown.aol.com/dschnorbus/JustCruising.html; We ride almost every weekend weather permitting. Why don't you join us for a casual ride through the beautiful NJ countryside?
Nature Center of Cape May - New Jersey Audubon Society; 1600 Delaware Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204; 609-898-8848; Fax: 609-898-8512; nccm(AT)njaudubon.org; www.njaudubon.org/centers/nccm; Founded in 1992, with the twin goals of creating a responsible stewardship program for open space surrounding Cape May Harbor and providing environmental education for all.
New Jersey Eagles Motorcycle Club; Asbury Park, NJ info(AT)njeagles.com; www.njeagles.com; EAGLES MC is New Jersey’s newest motorcycle rider’s club, having formed in the spring of 2004. The NJ Eagles MC is a riders group for gay men in New Jersey, and focuses exclusively on riding, and the bonds and brotherhood that riding together brings.
North Jersey Gay and Lesbian Bowlers (NJGLB); 66 Bergen Blvd, West Paterson, NJ 07424; 973-256-5936; 973-256-5753; www.njglb.org; A Rock 'n' Bowl league meeting on Tuesday nights at 9:10 pm (September to May) at Brunswick Olympic Bowl, 679 Washington Ave, Belleville.
Outbike NJ; OutbikeNJ(AT)yahoo.com; www.outbikenewjersey.org; GLBT Bicycle club located in Northern NJ. Beginner to advanced. Road and off-road rides.
Queen City Rollers Mixed Bowling League; qcrollers(AT)aol.com; http://hometown.aol.com/qcrollers; A fun, social bowling league for the GLBT community and all their friends. Seasons run from September to May, and the league meets Wednesdays at 8 pm at Stelton Lanes in Piscataway.
South Jersey Pride Bowling League; 856-692-2116; League starts in September. It's a mixed gay league, both men and women. We have a great time!
TEAMNJ: New Jersey’s GLBTI Sports and Recreational Organization; 908-234-1481; www.teamnj.org; TEAMNJ gives New Jersey's athletes and recreationalists an organization that promotes a stronger community through various activities. TEAMNJ is a resource for athletes, spectators and other sports organizations and makes all the preparations for NJ's athletes attending the Gay Games. Monthly planning meetings are held at The Pride Center every third Thursday at 7:30pm.
African American Office of Gay Concerns; 877 Broad St, Suite 211, Newark, NJ 07102; 973-639-0700; Fax: 973-639-9722; gpwright(AT)aaogc.org; www.aaogc.org; The AAOGC serves as a resource for the GLBTI community, focusing on HIV prevention, particularly for young men of color, as well as transgender and questioning youth. Located in downtown Newark, all people are welcome, regardless of race or gender affiliation.
GLBT National Youth Talkline, a program of the GLBT National Help Center; 2261 Market St., PMB #296, San Francisco, CA 94114; 800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743); Youth(AT)GLBTNationalHelpCenter.org; www.YouthTalkline.org; Offers free and confidential peer-counseling and local information for callers ages 25 and younger.
GSANI - Gay-Straight Alliance Network International (An initiative of GABLES); www.gsani.org; A web based initiative to unite GLBT youth around the world: for youth by youth. Network GSA's, youth groups, and individuals around the world--creating a dynamic, productive and concerned network of GLBT youths.
HiTops Inc: Health Interested Teens’ Own Program on Sexuality; 21 Wiggins St, Princeton, NJ 08540; 609-683-5155 x17; Fax: 609-683-9507; corrine(AT)hitops.org; www.hitops.org; Support services for GLBTI youth.
Hudson Pride Connections; 34-36 Jones St, Jersey City, NJ 07306-3103; 201-963-4779; Fax: 201-963-7983; HPC(AT)hudsonpride.org; www.HudsonPride.org; A 501(c)3 nonprofit community-based organization serving the Hudson County region with outreach, information, links to services, advocacy and support for the GLBT and questioning communities. Also provides social service support for people living with HIV/AIDS.
YouthConnect, a safe space for GLBTQ teens to speak, meets twice a week near Journal Square, Jersey City. Also features support groups for transgender individuals, HIV-positive individuals, a financial assistance program, and legal advocacy services.
Trevor Project; 8950 West Olympic Blvd, Suite 197, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; 800-850-8078; www.geocities.com/hendersonsafespace/trevor_hotline.htm; Round-the-clock national toll-free suicide hotline for gay and questioning youth.
Under the Rainbow; The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; info(AT)pridecenter.org; www.pridecenter.org; A social and discussion group for GLBTI youth, ages 18-25. Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm.
Youth Drop-In; The Pride Center; 732-846-2232; info(AT)pridecenter.org; www.pridecenter.org; This is a safe, friendly, fun, caring, social space open to LGBTIQ youth (17 and under) and their allies, which meets on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Saturdays at The Pride Center from 1-4pm.
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