More Gay-Friendly Businesses In Tucson

Stillwater Catering

Location: Tucson, AZ
Phone: (707) 380-3495
Email: Stillwater-Catering.com/contact-us
Website: Stillwater-Catering.com
Instagram: @StillwaterCatering

Short Description
Stillwater Catering is a boutique catering service offering personalized culinary experiences for a variety of events in Tucson. From weddings and corporate gatherings to intimate dinners, we craft custom menus that reflect diverse cuisines from around the world, all while prioritizing inclusivity and community.

Detailed Description
Stillwater Catering is Tucson’s go-to boutique catering company, specializing in customized, full-service catering for all types of events. Founded by Chef Roxanne in 2015, Stillwater Catering provides a unique, personalized experience for every client. Whether you’re hosting a wedding, a corporate event, or an intimate dinner party, Chef Roxanne’s extensive experience in Napa and Sonoma’s culinary scene ensures that every dish is both exquisite and tailored to your tastes.

We offer a wide range of culinary styles, including American, Mediterranean, Italian, French, Indian, Thai, and Latin cuisines. Choose from plated dinners, buffet-style service, or even our exclusive “Party on Your Plate™” experience—a high-energy hors d’oeuvres event that’s perfect for lively gatherings. Our team serves homes, event centers, and remote locations across Tucson, ensuring that every meal is presented with the highest level of care and creativity.

Stillwater Catering prides itself on not just preparing meals, but creating memorable culinary experiences that celebrate togetherness. As advocates of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we welcome everyone with open arms, ensuring your event feels as inclusive as it is delicious.

Looking to create a one-of-a-kind dining experience for your next event? Let Stillwater Catering turn your vision into reality with customized menus, exceptional service, and a commitment to bringing people together.

Hours of Operation
By appointment only

Customer Reviews
I hired Roxanne for a post funeral luncheon & she did not disappoint. She is very professional, has years of experience, asked me to tell her about the person who passed away, listened with true interest, & helped me choose a menu the dearly departed would smile upon with 100% approval. The menu was unique, presented beautifully, & tasted fabulous. Friends & family were thrilled & informed me it was exactly what our loved one would have wanted. Thank you, Roxanne, for a truly beautiful, delicious, & memorable experience. I would highly recommend her for your catering needs.

Annette J.
Tucson, AZ

Experience Customized Catering
Ready to elevate your next event? Contact Stillwater Catering today to schedule a consultation and begin planning your personalized menu. Whether you’re looking to host an elegant wedding or a casual family-style dinner, we provide the creativity and attention to detail that your event deserves.

Social Media
Follow us on Instagram @StillwaterCatering for updates on seasonal menus, event inspiration, and more.

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Roma Imports

Roma Imports
Roma Imports

Roma Imports

Lets talk about lunch.

Go to Roma Imports and have some of the best Italian food in Tucson.

Roma Imports is an Italian food import store with a little restaurant in the back. Nothing fancy, but absolutely Italy-icious!

I like to eat lunch there and then take home some of the home made hot Italian sausage. They have one that is really hot.

They always have incredible antipasta’s, cheeses, desserts, pastas and just about anything Italian your heart may desire.

I don’t know the owner but I do like the people who work there. The reason I’m telling you about them is because I’m Italian and everyone should know good Italian food, gay or not.

Tell them Tony Ray sent you and have a great lunch.

Roma Imports
Roma Imports

Roma Imports

627 S. Vine
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-792-3173
www.RomaImports.com
Roma Imports

Families For Private Adoption

Families For Private Adoption - Logo
Families For Private Adoption – Logo

Families For Private Adoption

Thinking about adopting? Families for Private Adoption (ffpa.org) is a not for profit agency that can help your family through the adoption process. The FPA supports and educates parents who are looking to grow their family with the aid of private adoption. Additionally, the FPA works around the many religious-based adoption agencies to specifically help LGBT families with adopting.

To meet their mission, Families for Private Adoption offers two training classes each year. They teach parents looking to adopt how to get through all the red tape and adopt a beautiful, worthwhile child. The FPA holds adoption training workshops in Phoenix, AZ. They will hold more workshops as their need for training increases. Please, click here for Adoption Training Workshops near you!

Families For Private Adoption - Loving Family
Families For Private Adoption – Loving Family

Why Trust Families for Private Adoption?

Families for Private Adoption has been serving the LGBTQ community since its inception, in 1984. In fact, it is the oldest non-profit organization in private adoption. Until 2015, all workshops were held in the Washington D.C. area. However, we recently expanded our reach and are now offering this workshop in Phoenix, Arizona.

We have recruited the state’s top-notch attorneys (all AAAA) and adoption professionals that are all encouraging and accepting of LGBTQ adoption. The aim of the workshop is to educate prospective adoptive parents on how to independently adopt in the state of Arizona. This includes presentations from attorneys, social workers, birth mothers, and adoptive parents. Prospective adoptive parents leave this workshop equipped to adopt, from start-to-finish. Topics include Arizona adoption law, ICPC, birth mom search strategies, home study requirements, communication with birth parents, and funding.

The unique nature of FPA is that we are all volunteers. No one gets paid-most of us are adoptive parents that simply wish to pay it forward. Our organization not only provides bi-annual workshops, but also “buddy” mentors for the adoption process and social events to encourage collaboration.

The FPA is making great friends as well! Currently, the FPA is working with Equality Arizona on Project Jigsaw. Project Jigsaw spreads the word about private adoption as a viable family building option for LGBT individuals and families.

I look forward to all the great things coming out of Families for Private Adoption in the near future.

Have a great day,

Tony Ray 🙂

Families For Private Adoption - Another Loving Family
Families For Private Adoption – Another Loving Family

The Tucson Gallery

Tucson Gallery Logo
Tucson Gallery Logo

Location: 300 E Congress Street, Tucson, AZ 85701
Phone: (520) 631-TONY (8669)
Email:info@thetucsongallery.com
Website: thetucsongallery.com
Instagram: @TucsonGallery

Short Description

The Tucson Gallery showcases the creativity and talent of Tucson’s diverse artists. Located in downtown Tucson, this LGBTQ+-friendly gallery offers a unique experience for art lovers, with exhibits ranging from murals and paintings to photography and mixed media.

Detailed Description

The Tucson Gallery is a premier destination for modern, thought-provoking art in the heart of Tucson. Co-owned by Darren and Tony Ray, the creators of GayTucson.com, the gallery is dedicated to supporting local artists and bringing their work to a broader audience. Visitors can explore a wide range of art forms, including murals, sculpture, and paintings, all created by Tucson’s diverse and innovative artists.

The gallery not only provides a physical space for artists to showcase their work, but also extends its presence globally through its online platform. By promoting local talent and facilitating direct engagement between artists and patrons, The Tucson Gallery fosters a deeper appreciation for the creative process. Events such as “Meet the Artist” sessions and exclusive mixers give visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the art and the individuals who create it.

Whether you’re a local or a tourist, The Tucson Gallery offers an immersive artistic experience that reflects Tucson’s vibrant culture and inclusive spirit. The gallery’s mission is to create a platform where art and community intersect, making it a must-visit for anyone looking to explore Tucson’s artistic pulse.

Hours of Operation

  • Thursday: 3 PM – 8 PM
  • Friday: 3 PM – 9 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM – 9 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM – 5 PM
  • Monday-Wednesday: By appointment only

Customer Reviews

  • “A hidden gem in Tucson! The collection of art is diverse and truly captures the spirit of the city. The staff was incredibly welcoming and knowledgeable.” – Google Review

Experience Local Culture

Discover the vibrant art of Tucson today! Visit us at 300 E Congress Street or schedule an appointment to explore our gallery. Whether you’re looking for a unique piece for your home or just want to enjoy Tucson’s thriving art scene, The Tucson Gallery is your gateway to creativity.

Map and Directions

Social Media

Follow us on Instagram @TucsonGallery for updates on new exhibits, artist features, and upcoming events.

Hotel Tucson City Center

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Hotel Tucson City Center
475 N Granada Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 622-3000

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind stay at the Hotel Tucson City Center. Located in the heart of Downtown Tucson’s El Presidio Historic District, our boutique hotel is within walking distance of the Old Town Artisans shopping plaza, El Presidio Park, and several bars and restaurants. Local family-owned and operated, our staff offers exceptional service with a smile.

The amenities offered at Hotel Tucson City Center provide a relaxing retreat. Go for a swim in our Olympic-size outdoor heated pool, relax in the hot tub, work out in our fitness center or grab a refreshing cocktail and bite to eat in our full-service restaurant and bar. Guests can also enjoy free parking, free WiFi, and free airport shuttle service.

Visit Hotel Tucson City Center on the Web

Ramada by Wyndham

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777 W. Cushing Street
Tucson, Arizona 85745
520-239-2300
Ramada by Wyndham

Located less than 3 blocks from the Tucson Convention Center and within 3 miles of the U of Arizona and Pima Community College, the Ramada is one of our favorite gay-friendly hotels because of its amazing location! Located right along the light rail, stay here and get to wherever you are going without a car making this a great launching pad to go explore Tucson’s vibrant downtown.

This is the closest hotel to the Roadrunners Hockey Arena, you could even walk to the game! It’s also next to the Tucson Convention Center where Tucson’s Comic-Con is held!

When you’re ready to get some exercise or simply connect with nature there are biking and jogging paths right at the River Walk.

Enjoy resort-like ambiance on 8-acres with courts and lawns and be well-positioned to explore all the best things Tucson’s downtown has to offer.

Creatively Queer Press

creatively queer press logoHave you ever felt seen, valued, or important? Here at Creatively Queer Press, we want everyone to experience that feeling through the media they consume. We’ve seen in popular media that many people in the LGBTQ+ or BIPOC communities lack representation with accuracy or empathy if represented at all. Our mission as a publishing company is to change that. We look to media for versions of ourselves and for visions of who we could be. If we don’t see ourselves represented then our dreams can feel limited, or at worst, discouraged. Diversity is something we believe should be visible and celebrated.

The Media

Cuentos CoverOne of our first publications does that for the queer Latinx community: Cuentos. This bilingual Latinx mythology art anthology came to fruition by our Creatively Queer Press team. With the help of two dozen queer Latinx artists and writers. Every entry is a painting or illustration about a myth, legend, or creature from folklore. The artworks are accompanied by either fiction or non-fiction writing about the subject in both Spanish and English. Through Cuentos our founder Luis Silva discovered our first editor for the CQP team: A. Dante Bravo. Originally a contributing artist and writer, Dante took on the task of editing the book layout and running the Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for the print books of Cuentos. To help finish Cuentos, our second editor Joelle Blot was also invited to join us on the book’s publishing journey. Together our team of three queer creators works to share our books all across the town of Tucson, AZ, and far beyond. By collaborating with queer and POC creatives from all over the world, Creatively Queer Press strives to create and publish accessible entertainment for fans of all genres of comic books, art anthologies, gaming books, and so much more. We are also working towards building an animation team to help us create groundbreaking animated films that serve our mission of inclusive representation. We invite everyone who values diversity to discover a new favorite on our website at www.creativelyqueerpress.com

El Rio Community Health Center

Multiple Locations
(520) 670-3909

El Rio Community Health Centers are located throughout Tucson and serve as the primary medical and dental care facilities for over 10% of our population. With such an expansive footprint, they have become known for their easy access and affordable, quality care.

What Does El Rio Community Health Center Provide?

Thanks to it’s all-encompassing mission of providing integrated, comprehensive health care options, El Rio offers a full suite of medical and dental care services. Additionally, they are a large employer in the area and offer great benefits for working there. El Rio Health is a valuable part of Tucson’s social fabric and we thank them for their contributions.

Antigone Books

Exterior of Antigone BooksAntigone Books was founded in 1973 as a predominantly lesbian-owned feminist bookstore. This was at a time when there were more than fifty independent bookstores in Tucson. In the decades since the number of indie bookstores in the city has dwindled. Still Antigone Books has remained a pillar of the local book-loving community, expanding our mission to be a community bookstore with feminist roots. Although ownership has changed hands a couple of times since we originally opened in the 70s, we’ve remained women-run from the start. The current owners and long-time Antigone Books employees Kate, Melissa, and Morgan took over in 2018. They have expanded the store’s selection of books, gifts, and cards while remaining true to the store’s original focus on the recently-published boundary-pushing literature.

The Store

We keep a circulating stock of Pride supplies on hand throughout the year. From flags representing all identities across the LGBTQIA+ spectrum to dog- and cat-themed rainbow stickers. We also maintain a thriving queer literature section (see photos!), where we keep classic gay, trans, lesbian, and ace titles in stock. Readers can find everything on our shelves from LGBTQIA+ children’s books and YA fiction to queer graphic novels and LGBTQIA+ non-fiction. We also get regular issues of Sinister Wisdom and RFD as well as the latest lesbian romances from Bella and Bold Stroke Books. Whatever we don’t have in stock we’re happy to order for our customers at no extra charge! You can place orders in our store, over the phone, or online and we can get most titles in within a week.

Though our events program is on hold indefinitely due to COVID-19, pre-pandemic we were home to seven local book clubs and we featured regular book signings, author readings, and we had just begun to host Drag Queen Story Hours. We look forward to supporting our community with these and more exciting options in the near future; keep an eye on our website for updates! We also run a local authors consignment program for Tucson writers whose books are self-published or not available through major book distributors. We’re always looking for new voices, so definitely reach out if you’re interested after checking out the “Consignment” page on our website. In addition, we proudly carry local free periodicals of the Tucson queer community such as the 55+ LGBT newsletter Senior Forum and the Tucson Pride guide. Whether you’re new to town or a regular search for that perfect book, we’re excited to welcome you!

REVIEW:

“LOVE Antigone Books! This is generally my first stop if I’m looking for gifts or a physical book. Love their selection of adult coloring books, blank journals, cookbooks, and local authors. Their feminist and LGBTQ+ selection is also pretty impressive. And, they host a few book discussion groups. The staff is always friendly, and I like the sense of community.”

-Ginger, ***** Google Review

STORE INFO:

Company Name: Antigone Books

Office Address: 411 N 4th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705

Phone (s): (520) 792-3715

Website: www.antigonebooks.com

Office hours: Tues-Sat 10-5; Sun 11-4; closed Mondays