Community Directory
Saratoga Pride is an affiliate of the Pride Center of the Capital Region www.capitalpridecenter.org
Use this listing to support gay-owned or -friendly businesses and find organizations and community resources in Saratoga Springs, Glens Falls, the Southern Adirondacks, the Capital Region and surrounding area. Use the Quick Links in the middle column jump to a category.
Get listed! Use the email form to the right to send us your info. Or email info@saratogapride.com
Local LGBTQ Organizations & Resources
Facebook page SUNY Adirondack's GSA is a network of a support. Our focus is education and compassion. If you identify as LGBT or as a straight ally to the community, please come check out a meeting! Facebook link
For more information, contact:
Professor Bargiel, Professor Costa, Kerri Driscoll, Abigail Graves, Katt Schott
The Bridge
LGBT community center serving Glens Falls, Saratoga and rural Adirondack regions: http://www.thebridgeglcc.org
Connect with The Bridge:
Phone: (518) 307-8426
Facebook
Linked In (email The Bridge for Linked In profile info)
MySpace
Email
Albany Damien Center
The Capital Region's AIDS Community Center: www.AlbanyDamienCenter.org
Pride Agenda
The Empire State Pride Agenda is New York's statewide lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) civil rights and advocacy organization: www.prideagenda.org
PFLAG
Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG) is a national non-profit organization: www.pflag.org
Capital Region Chapter of PFLAG
www.pflagcapitalregionchapter.com
Planned Parenthood Mohawk Hudson's
PPMH's mission is the empowerment of every individual to make responsible and informed decisions about sexual and reproductive behavior. www.PPMHchoices.org
On behalf of LGBT individuals, families and their support systems, PPMH strives to...
- Improve access to health care and supportive services;
- Improve health outcomes and quality of life; and
- Increase organizational and community capacity.
AIDS Council of Northeastern New York
The AIDS Council'sProject HOPE (HIV Outreach and Prevention Education) provides HIV/STD outreach and prevention interventions to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community: www.Rubbaboyz.net
The Northeast Gender Alliance-TNGA
A Yahoo Group formed to promote unity for crossdressers, transsexuals, FTM, MTF and anyone who identifies as TG and who live in the general Capital Region. Open to family, partners, friends and supporters of the TG community. The list's purpose is to share information, meet, learn and enjoy ourselves and to act as a clearing house for activities and groups.
Go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TNGA to join and find out more, or write Linda at lindanearsaratoga@hotmail.com with questions.
Media
HomoRadio
LGBT news, public affairs, interviews, music and more. Starts off with "This Way OUT," the internationally-syndicated LGBT radio magazine at noon eastern time every Sunday, then continues with live, local contact from 12:30 til 2pm.
Studio line: 518-276-6248
email: HomoRadio@yahoo.com
web: www.wrpi.org and www.HomoRadio
National
Human Rights Campaign
Human Rights Campaign; Working for LGBT Rights: www.HRC.org
Sylvia Rivera Law Project
[Transgender Legal and Civil Rights Advocacy]: www.srlp.org
GLBT Student Pride
The only national directory of GLBT organizations on college campuses.
www.GLBTStudentPride.com
LAMBDA Legal
The nation's oldest and largest legal organization working for the civil rights of lesbians, gay men, and people with HIV/AIDS: www.lambdalegal.org
National Gay and Lesbian Task Force
Gay and Lesbian Health
www-hsl.mcmaster.ca/tomflem/gay.html
Lesbians with Cancer
Gay Demographics
A fun site to review gay census data: Gaydemographics.org
Weddings!
Wedding Officiant
Ellie Dillon
Reverend Joy Burke
Interfaith Minister / Wedding Officiant
Web: www.revjoyburke.com
On Facebook
518.583.4668
Lodging
Alleluia Bed & Breakfast
Located in Glens Falls, NY, we are an upscale B&B that is welcoming, friendly and safe. We are members of the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association.
web: www.alleluiabb.com
The Saratoga Farmstead B&B
Address: 41 Locust Grove Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: 518-587-2074
Email: information@saratogafarmstead.com
This restored farmhouse sits on 10 beautiful acres of gardens and meadows, just 2-1/2 miles from downtown Saratoga Springs. Operated by two professional chefs, the bed & breakfast is recognized by the State of New York as a "Green" hospitality property for its environmentally friendly practices. Foods served are local and sustainable when possible, with organically grown herbs, flowers and vegetables planted on premises.
Recreation
Communities of Faith
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in South Glens Falls
www.saint-andrew.org
We are a "Reconciling in Christ" Congregation with an official affirmation of welcome to people regardless of sexual orientation, race, socioeconomic status, or age. Our motto is "All are welcome. All may worship. All are loved."
Our congregation is listed as a welcoming congregation on the website of "The Bridge" www.thebridgelgbtcc.org/welcomingcongregations.htm
The Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church...
of Saratoga Springs (www.pnecc.org) We believe that God's love for humanity is all inclusive. We faithfully join in the fellowship of UCC "Open and Affirming" congregations and Presbyterian "More Light" churches in warmly welcoming all LGBT persons. Services are at 10:45
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation...
of Saratoga Springs (saratoga-uu.org) is a Welcoming Congregation that affirms the inherent worth and dignity of every person. We strongly support Marriage Equality and LGBT rights, and welcome all.
The Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church
Health and Wellness
Free Drop-In Meditation Group
at Saratoga Springs Public Library on 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Sussman or Glasby room. Facilitated by practitioners from One Roof, A Holistic Health Center. Call Saratoga Springs Public Library to confirm dates at 584-7860.
Drop-In Meditation Classes
...presented by the Odiyana Buddhist Center at the Franklin Community Center and Arts Council. www.meditateupny.org
Drop-In Meditation Group
...at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 624 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm. This group practices in the Buddhist tradition and welcomes newcomers. Call Aaron at 306-4239.
Still Point Interfaith Retreat Center
...offers retreats and workshops throughout the year. www.stillpointretreatcenter.org 518-587-4967
Tara J. Baker, Licensed Massage Therapist
Experience a form of healing and relaxation that has been practiced for centuries. Experience the art of massage. Customizing each massage according to your needs. Reasonable prices and over 12 years experience.
Phone: (518) 852-2471, 233 Milton Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Bliss Yoga Studio
Address: 206 Glen St., second floor, Glens Falls, NY www.SeekBlissDaily.com
Saratoga Springs Yoga
...offers uplifting and transformative classes for all abilities. Courageously connect with your own heart, live more fully radiantly and happily. Yoga classes, yoga events and music, private yoga instruction, therapeutic yoga, great teachers.
Suzanne Lynch, founder and creative director
Address: 8 Phila Street, 2nd Flr, Saratoga Springs
Phone: 518-588-3562
Web: www.SaratogaSpringsYoga.com
Solutions for Healing and Renewal
Proudly gay and lesbian owned and operated, the staff of Solutions for Healing and Renewal welcome you to our wellness practice. Through our spiritual approach, our mission is to compassionately provide to each and every being experiences that empower and transform the body, mind, and spirit. Utilizing massage, Reiki, Tarot Readings, psychotherapy, and holistic classes and workshops, we provide our clients with tools to enhance their personal sense of peace and promote their healing.
Our address is 632 Plank Road, Suite 201; Clifton Park, New York 12065
Phone: 518-383-8311
E-mail: staff@solutionsforhealingandrenewal.com
Website: www.solutionsforhealingandrenewal.com
Professional Services
Advertising, Web & Graphic Design
Brucie Rosch Web and Graphic Design
web design, documents and publications
and more for businesses and organizations
Phone: 518-257-6001
Email: brucie@brucierosch.com
Web: www.brucierosch.com
Attorneys
Ettinger Law Firm
Elder Law Estate Planning. Protecting your future.
Serving the Elder Law Estate Planning needs of the community.
Address: 340 Broadway, 3rd Floor, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866
Telephone: 1-800-500-2525, ext. 117
Pattie Brown, Communications Director
Email: pbrown@trustlaw.com
Financial Services
Joyce Cole
Financial Planning and Investment management services. Planning opportunities tailored for LGBT clients.
Email: jscole@jcolefinancial.com
Telephone: 518-793-4507
Web: www.jcolefinancial.com
Claire Chouinard
Financial services and considerations for the specific needs of the LGBT community.
Name: Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Address: 1201 Troy Schenectady Rd., Suite 120, Latham NY, 12110
Telephone: (518) 785-4141
Web: www.northwesternmutual.com
Interior Decorating / Decor
Designs by Douglas
Floral and decor for parties and events, interior decorating services, and landscape design. Serving the Capital District and Saratoga.
T 518.454.0055
E d@designsbydouglas.com
www.designsbydouglas.com
http://www.myspace.com/designsbydouglas
Personal Organization / Consulting
Zipporah Harris (Ms.)
Personal Organizer "Your way with my skills"
De-clutter, de-packrat, de-hoard & reorganize your personal space to suit your needs. Successfully manage your space.
Your Personal Space
Serving Capital Region and beyond
Phone: 518.393.3511
Therapy Services
Caroline Russell Smith
Psychotherapist specializing in body image concerns as well as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered people and their families.
One Roof Holistic Health Center
58 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY
Phone: 518.857.9361
Real Estate
Joseph Dalton
Licensed Real Estate Sales Agent For the sale or purchase of homes in historic Saratoga Springs or anywhere in the Capital Region.
Prudential Manor Homes, 376 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
Phone: 518-573-1093
Email: jdalton@prudentialmanor.com
Web: www.JosephDalton.net
Home Inspection
Hoss Home Inspections, LLC
Providing home inspections in and around the capital region
Name: John Hostetter
Email: John@HossHomeInspections.com
Web: www.HossHomeInspections.com
Have your potential home inspected by Hoss.
Arts and Culture
Entertainment and Entertainment Services
Eclectic Songs
Mobile disc jockey music entertainment for any event, providing all types of music. Eclectic Songs specializes in weddings, civil union celebrations and commitment ceremonies.
Contact Linda at 518-883-3911 or by email at eclecticsongs@yahoo.com
web: www.eclecticsongs.com
Mindmajik with John Bates
an amazing demonstration of stage hypnosis where the volunteers who come up on stage are the stars of the show.
Web: www.JohnBatesHypnosis.com/entertainment.html
Speed of Sound
offering DJ service for events.
Visit our website to find out more: www.SpeedofSoundDJ.com
Nightlife
Circus Cafe
great food, great atmosphere, lunch, dinner, bar, musical guests
Address: 392 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: 518-583-1106
KARAOKE every 1st and 3rd Saturday (10 pm)
www.circuscafe.com
LGBTQ Products
Just a little to the left
greeting cards for the LGBTQ community www.alittletotheleft.com
