If a customer showed up dressed in costume, would he be turned away because he is not in costume in his driver's license photo? That could make for a very difficult Halloween event. Whatever one's thoughts about cross-dressers or drag queens, the new policy does seem a bit ridiculous to enforce. "Under the Illinois Human Rights Act, they can't do that." "The fact is, if they are only requiring this of cross-dressers, that would be problematic because it would single out cross-dressers or transsexuals for a special burden," said Ed Yohnka, spokesperson for the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois. Street Ambassadors Seek to Improve Safety Along Magnificent Mileīut the new ID requirement is unfair, as it singles out a specific group. Such activity would put the club's liquor license at risk. Hunters' owners instituted the policy after reports of drag-queen and transgender prostitutes advertising on Craigslist and using the bar as a meeting place for their customers. This is discrimination, pure and simple." "I do not even know if they would allow it. Andy describes himself as a "part-time transgender woman" who lives and works as a man but appears as "Jeanette" at the bar. "Since I am not a full-time trans, it is not really feasible for me to have my 'femme' photo on my license," one patron told the Tribune. This is a major problem for those who cross-dress or who perform in drag. The new policy at Hunters Nightclub (1932 E Higgins Rd) requires all customers to show a valid photo ID that matches their "gender presentation." In other words, if you show up looking like a boy or like a girl, then that must match your government-issued ID as well. their "gay card."īut a popular gay bar in Elk Grove Village wasn't kidding when it imposed a new policy, requiring an actual drag ID from their transgender patrons.Īs the drag queens would say, We are not amused. We welcome all gay and bisexual men to our spa and do all we can to make sure YOU have a good experience.Gay men and lesbian women often joke about the "membership credentials" they must have in order to be gay, a.k.a. We do not tolerate abuse to anyone and treat everyone as equals. Our staff are very friendly and helpful and give a good, warm welcome to everyone who attends. Our aim is to make you feel relaxed and entertained for the duration of your stay. Entrance to the spa is very discreet for your safety and security. Private booths Massage room by appointment ONLY About us Outside sundeck with 6 man hot tub, licensed area for food and drinkĪccessible changing facilities and lockers YOU MUST SHOWER BEFORE USING THE HOT TUBS BAR and SNACKS Tea What we have to offer 3 floors of fun and pleasure to explore and enjoy Ground Floor Hot tubs x 2 Our commitment to you is we will do everything we can to ensure your visit to Gentry is memorable fun and friendly. We regularly post updates to our services and offers/events on our facebook page Gentry Spa Safe environment opening times Monday closed Tuesday closed Wednesday midday – 7pm Thursday midday – 7pm Friday midday – 7pm Saturday midday – 7pm Sunday closed WE ARE OPEN 4 DAYS A WEEK for your pleasure £5 Students in fulltime ed with ID Ultra clean Gentry men only spa sauna Hull The best gay/bi sauna in the North East Only £8 entry