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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (June 1, 1989)
about town G R O U P S Phoenix Rising is a lesbian and gay service center providing professional counseling (on a sliding scale fee), inform ation and referrals, social- grow th activities, an education program, and speakers' bureau. (Suite 404. 333 5W 5th Ave., Portland. OR 97204. 223-8299.) L/GHTS (Lesbian/Gay Humanists) is a special interest group that articulates lesbian and gay con cerns to organized humanism and presents hum anism in a consistent manner to the lesbian and gay com m unity. The Portland-Vancouver chapter meets regularly. (Jim Scheller, 654-920 ).) The Adventure G roup meets in front o f Lloyd Center Cinemas every Sunday m orning for hiking, cross-country skiing, or bicycling, depending on the weather. Activities are free o f charge and are open to gay men and lebians. (Recordedmessage. 8 am. Friday through Sunday, 248-9474.) Portland Gay Men's Chorus meets weekly. (Mondays, 6 .J 0 - 9 : 15 pm. Rixim 37, Lincoln Hall, Portland State University. 233-0650 or 227-7907.) A Gay W omen's G olf League is form ing to meet in late A pril. (Write, League. 3016 SE 26th, Portland, OR 97202, or call Becky, 232-1487.) The Bluejays, P o rtla n d ’s gay m en's softball team invites p e o p le to co m e w atch and cheer th e m on. lu n e 2: vs. F.C. C om pany. (7:1.5pm, B loom ington field, Southeast 100th Avenue and Steele Street. ) lu n e 9: vs. Battery Spec. <9:4.5pm , W estm oreland #2. Southeast M cLoughlin and Bybee Street.) lu n e 15: vs. W illa m e tte In d u stries. (8: 30 pm , W e s tm o re la n d #2.) lu n e 22: vs. A.B.S. (7:1.5pm . Delta Park rtf4, 1-5 near Raceway and track.) lu n e 26: vs. Slugs. (7:15pm , Alberta Park # I. N ortheast 22nd Avenue and A insw orth Street. ) A support G roup fo r single parents meets w eekly for discussions on parenting, referrals, resources, discipline techniques, and finding adequate day care. (5ue Kaastad, 238-8819, or Debt McFeron, 249-2825.) C om m unity radio station KBOO 90.7 FM broadcasts Bread and Roses, a weekly feminist and lesbian public-affairs program; Womansoul, a program of wom en's music; and Detour, an inter national gay and lesbian public-affairs show. (Bread and Roses, 9-10 pm, Tuesdays; Womansoul. 10 pm-1 am Fridays; Detour. 10-10:30 pm, Sundays. 231-8032.) Portland Leathermen is an informal social group that gathers reguarly to wear and enjoy black leather. ( 10 pm Fridays, Dirty Duck Tavern, 4 )9 N W 3rd Ave.) Test-Positive Aware is a three meeting series of facts and more for newly-tested HIV positive people. It is co-sponsored by Cascade AIDS Project and M ultnom ah County Health Division. (New groups start each month, lay Roberts, 233-5907.) Gay M en's ACOA meetings are for men who were raised in alcoholic or other dysfunctional homes. (7:30-9 pm, Tuesdays, Live and Let Live Club. 243 SE Ankeny, 231-3760.) The N ational Transvestite/Transsexual H otline is a 24-hour free inform ation service for female impersonators, transsexuals and transvestites. There are over 22,000 members nationwide. (206-239-TVTS.) The Healing Connection is a breakfast gather ing o f lay people and professionals w ho come together to hear speakers, enjoy good food, meet and network w ith others, and start the day w ith a positive focus on personal and planetary healing. (7-8:30 am, first and third Thursdays, Ezekiel's Wheel, 2106 N W Northrup St.. 281-0332.) The Funny Ladies Afternoon Tea and Posey Society is a social organization of gay women 35 and over that offers m onthly get-togethers, includ ing trips to the theater, concerts, skiing, swimming, and potluck dinners. (774-8702.) Keeping Track is a new, facilitated group of gay men and lesbians to explore creativity, sexuality, and insights through journals. (Frederick, 287-4634.) The Park Avenue Social Club (formerly the Gay Bridge Club) is a weekly rap and social group for people of all sexual orientations 18 and over. (7:30 pm, Tuesdays, First Congregational Church, Southwest Madison Street and Park Avenue, use Madison entrance and ring the bell. 244-3225. Parents and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides love and support for all family members and friends. (7 - 10 pm, fourth Wednes day. 233-5415.) Women w ith Women w ith Children is a social netw orking group for lesbians w ho have or want to have children in their lives, whether as mothers, m other's partners, "B ig Sisters," or adoptive mothers. (Monthly activities flyer: 2717 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212, Holly, 282-1529 .) The Bisexual Com m unity Forum is a rap and social group open to men and women. (8 pm, second and fourth Mondays, banquet room, O ld Wives' Tales, 1300 E Burnside.) Portlandia's Pride is a m onthly social group of gay and lesbian employees o f the City of Portland and M ultnom ah County. (245-2634.) The Third Sunday Portland Lesbian Brunch G roup holds m onthly potlucks. Open to all lesbians. ( 11 am, 231-0350 for location.) Lesbian Gardening Club meets m onthly to share plants and advice, tour public gardens and visit nurseries. (Susan, 287-9697, or Connie, 235-5072.) Cascade G uild — H ealth Care Chapter is a n e tw o rk in g g ro u p fo r m edical, social, and m ental health w o rke rs that m eets m o n th ly . (Hazel, 636-0509, o r Chris, 297-4314.) W in d fire is a social and support group for people under 21 w ho are gay, lesbian, bisexual, or unsure. (Thursdays, 7-9 pm, Multnomah County Central Library, 801 5W 10th Ave.; Saturdays, 2 :3 0 -4:3 0 pm. O ld Wives’ Tales, 1300 E. Burnside St., newcomers’ meeting, fourth Tuesday, 223-8299.) M en w h o like to sing are urged to audition for the Portland Gay Men's Chorus. ( Auditions, con tact David York, 235-4241; rehearsals; Mondays, 6:30-9:15 pm. 453 Cramer Hall, Portland State University.) Portland Frontrunners is a running group open to all runners regardless o f gender or running ability. (Weekly runs: Tuesdays, 6:30 pm, chin-up bars at Duniway Park by YMCA, Barbur Blvd., Thursdays, 6 pm, Mt. Tabor, 232-6004, Saturday, 9 am, chin-up bars. Duniway Park.) A support group fo r abused lesbians meets regularly at Bradley-Angle House. It is facilitated by lesbians and is confidential; childcare is pro vided, donations are accepted. (232-7805.) Lesbians Enjoying the Sciences is a non technical field trip-oriented group interested in both life and physical sciences. (Lynn, 777-2339.) Portland Power and Trust is an informal support group for lesbians interested in safe, con sensual S and M. (PO Box 3781. Portland, OR 97208.) A support group for women w ith adolescents meets m onthly for a potluck and discussions of parenting. (5 pm, third Sundays, Stevie or Marge. 282-2956.) REEL pr o u d the Second Annual Lesbian and Gay Film Festival 3731 SE H awthorne Portland, Oregon 97214 (503)232-1010 Enchanted Blue Wave Ltd. “A Magical Oceanfront Retreat" A Bed arid Breakfast For Women IT'S PASTA WtTHPRAViAL’ QU!£K > £A ll P’ASTAtVOKJ&f fresh pasta and sauces salads prepared foods cheeses fine oils and vinegars great values in imported and domestic wines — Ocean View Rooms ■ Outdoor Spit Fitness and Game Rooms P. O. Box 147 (206) 642-4900 Seaview. W.\ 9H644 i n . i , » i n it , y Km, * S P I R I T U A L I T Y A ffirm ation is a social and support group for lesbian and gay Mormons, their families and friends. (Portland/Vancouver group, PO Box 2917, Vancouver, WA 98668, 206-696-9)96.) U nited M ethodists fo r Gay and Lesbian Concerns (A ffirm ation) meets m onthly for potluck and fellowship. (Affirmation, PO Box 12673. Portland. OR 97212, Paul, 287-6719.) M etropolitan Com m unity Church o f Portland is an Ecumenical Christian church open to all people. ( Worship services, 10 am and 6 pm Sun days. 1644 NE 24th, 281-8868.) The Sacred Band is a new group that gets together m onthly to explore their spirituality through discussion, ritual and weekend retreats. (The Sacred Band, PO Box 13072 Portland, OR 97213.) The Buddhist Association o f the Gay/Lesbian C om m unity serves for the spiritual growth of gay and lesbian Buddhists, acts as a m edium for the exchange o f ideas and experiences about the un fold ing of the Buddihidharma, and believes that the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha have special relevance to lesbians and gays. (PO Box 1974, Bloomfield, N l 07003.) M etropolitan Com m unity Church o f the G entle Shepherd is a Christian Congregation w ith a positive/supportive outreach to the lesbian and gay com m u nity (4:30 pm, Sundays, 4505 E. 18th St.. Vancouver, [206] 253-8401.) D ignity is a spiritual support group for lesbian and gay Roman Catholics. (Saturdays, 7:30pm, St. Francis Church, Southeast 12th Avenue and Pine Street.) Mass in Time o f AIDS is held weekly at Portland State University. Com m union calls are made for housebound individuals. (6 pm, Mondays, Campus Ministry, Fr. Cary Mclnnis, 245-0339.) SOUTHERN OREGON Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous (SLAA) is for lesbians and other wom en in the Rogue Valley. (For time and location, send a SASE to SLAA, K 3 Box 929, Talent, OR 97540.) Gay and Lesbian Alcoholics anonymous meets weekly. (Thursdays, call GALON AIDS Hotline, Bruce or Lee, 269-4183.) The Gay and Lesbian O utreach N etw ork (GALON) supports a gay and lesbian rap group. (7 pm, Tuesdays, Room 205, 371 Anderson, Coos Bay.) The HIV-Positive support group is accessi ble by calling G ALO N 's AIDS Hotline. (Steve, 269-4183.) Friday, June 23 to Monday, June 26 Working Toward a Just Society EMILY SIMON SIMON, KRAM ER G FITHIAN-BARRETT A tto rn e y s • Felony and Misdemeanor Defense • AIDS Issues • Consumer Problems • Workplace Concerns • Disobilify/Sociol Security • Adoption and Fam ily Low • Sliding scale • Evening appointm ents 506 SW 6rh. Suite 510 Portland. OR 97204 ( 503 ) 243-2733