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Other Bodies of Water, a modern dance concert. (8 pm . Oct. 2 6 .2 7 .2 8 . Shattuck Theater. Portland Sta te University. $8 general 725-3307.) where you can dance and play. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Café Mocha has video games, pool tables, a dance floor and quiet spaces. (4108 NE Sandy Blvd.. 288-9950.) Cascade AIDS Project announces the Uving Room, a new drop-in group of HIV positive people on Thursday evenings Refreshments provided. (6 9 p m . Thursdays. HIV Day Center. 3835 SW KeHy St., call Fred a t CAP. 223-5907.) Cascade Guild—Health Care Chapter is a networking group for gay and lesbian medical, social, and mental health workers that meets monthly. (Hazel. 636-0509. or Chris. 297-4314.) McKenzie River Gathering Foundation presents Faith Nolan and Aitazor in concert. ( 8:30 pm . Northw est Service Center. $11. $10 advance. 231-8032.) N 27 • SATURDAY Saturday Night Showcase features Maria Webster and guests. ( 7:30p m . Café Mocha. 4108 N E Sandy. $6 door. $4 advance (Crone Magic. C afé M ocha). 288-9950.) Barbara Roberts celebration. All gays and lesbians welcome. (5-8pm . Hobo's. 120 NW 3rd Ave.. $ 10. no-host bar.) 28 • SUNDAY Help bring the Quilt to Portland. A benefit performance and raffle will be held at Darcelle's to help bring the Names Project Quilt to Portland Nov. 30-Dec. 3. (7p m . Darcelle's. 208 N W 3rd Ave.. $20 includes a raffle ticket, additional ra ffle tickets. $5. Names Project. 243-1224; Warren Oster. 274- 4028; Sandy Munchei. 238-6309: James Bryson. 235-8213. Chris Johnson. 297-6231.) 3 1 • WEDNESDAY Café Mocha presents The Cunts, bitch trash for the morally corrupt with special guest Zoa Smith. (8 pm . C afé M ocha. 4108 NE Sandy. $5.288-9950.) SisterSpirit presents a Samhain Celebration. All women welcome. (C all 294-0645 for time and location.) N O V E M B E R 2 • FRIDAY Men by the Sea, sponsored by Phoenix Rising, facilitates meeting new people and sharing a weekend with friends. There will be hiking, workshops, games, boating and ovo-lactic vegetarian meals. (Camp Westwind. north o f Uncoin City. Nov. 2-4. $95 to $ 150 sliding scale covers housing, insurance and meals. 223-8299.) Dress up, dress down, create your fantasy persona at Mas’queer’ade, a dance, a party, a masquerade, a celebration for queer folks presented by the Lesbian Community Project. (8 p m -1 am. Echo Theatre. 1515 SE 37th. $5 general.) 3 • SATURDAY Cabarock, a theatrical musical perform ance which touches on the themes of racism, sexism, and homophobia, features singer and entertainer Danno. (8 pm . Echo Theatre. 1515 SE 37th. $6. can o f food requested for Esther's Pantry. 231-1232.) ANNOUNCEMENTS Womenwriting presents a Breitenbush Hot Springs retreat for women who write, or want to write. In a nurturing, explorative environ ment. Dec. 7-9. Journal writing taught by Wendy Judith Cutler. (Dec. 7-9. $ 175. Call 854- 3314 for registration. 777-6248 for information.) "O f Wings and Waves...*, a spiritual gathering for gay men of all colors; a very special private repeat exploring and cele brating our differences and similarities. Sponsored by West Coast Symposium and Men of AH Colors and Cultures Together/ , n t m i 1r 22 I ' : . : m 'ill'll Portland. (Camp Westwind. Oct. 19-21. for more information call Gary a t 231-4830.) After Eight, the Corvallis gay and lesbian rights group, presents its Harvey Milk Dinner with keynote speaker Sally Gearhart. Tickets on sale after Oct. 15. (Nov. 17. Unitarian Fellowship. 2945 NW Circle Blvd.. Corvallis. 753-1114.) The Human Rights Campaign Fund, a national lesbian and gay political organiza tion, Is looking for volunteer organizers In targeted congressional districts. Offers great opportunity to learn field organizing skills, affect the national political process for lesbian and gay civil rights, and work with top professionals In Washington, D„C. (Call or write Tacie Dejanikus. HRCF. 1012 14th St. NW. Washington. D.C. 20005. (202) 628-4160.) Jamison/Thomas Gallery presents paintings by Amy Estrin and watercolors by Ruza Erceg through October. ( 1313 N W Glisan. 222-0063.) The Oregon Art Institute’s Northwest Film and Video Center continues New Black Cinema, a series of feature films and docu mentaries through Oct. 27. Call for informa tion about upcoming films. ( 1219 SW Park Ave.. 221-1156.) Washington County Lutheran Family Service offers a three month therapy group for men on Tuesday evenings beginning Oct. 2. (6:30-8:30 pm. $240. 297-6263.) Larger than life Miss Patti O’Dora appears at Portland area clubs. (657-8986 ) Oct. 7: Embers. (8 pm .) Oct. 8: Italian Night at Darcelle's. (8:30pm .) Oct. 11: German Night at the Dirty Duck. Oct. 12: Bar Excursion starting at Ray's Ordinary Bar. (7:30pm .) Oct. 13: Alaskan Birdwater Party at Boxx's. Renee Augrain has openings in her Tuesday noon lesbian therapy group. (235-2005.) Sunny McHale SkyeDancer appearing in concert. (929-4240.) Oct. 12: Bumps & Grinds Coffeehouse, 225 Maple St.. Waldport. (7:30pm .) Oct. 13: Astoria. For location, 325-5070. (8 pm.) Oct. 14: See calendar. Oct. 20: Unitarian FeHowship, 2945 NW Circle Blvd., Corvallis. (8pm .) The Law Review of the University of West Los Angeles invites submissions of articles for its twenty second volume to be published in early 1991. This issue will be devoted to all issues relating to the legal aspects of AIDS and HIV infection. Publication is limited to those who possess a JD degree. (Greg Holland. Editor-in-chief. UWLA La w Review. 12201 Washington Place. Los Angeles. CA 90066. (213) 313-1011 ext. 229.) Uttle Shop o f Horrors runs through Oct. 28, with a special performance on Oct. 31. (8 pm. Thursday-Saturday. 7 pm . Sunday. Portland Civic Theatre. 1530 SW Yamhill. 226-40263 Chianti Rfstorant«. an Italian dining house and cabaret presents female impersonators and other entertainment at their new Friday and Saturday lineup. ( 10 pm. Fridays and Saturdays, no cover. 2719 SW Kelly.) The Oregon State Bar provides a free legal Information service with recorded messages on a variety of topics including gay rights. The service is accessible from touch-tone phones. For information on a specific topic, press the four digit code when your call is answered. (In Portland call 620-3000; in Oregon call (800) 452-4776; for the gay rights tape, press '7 0 6 8 ' when your call is answered.) Outside In sponsors an AIDS prevention needle exchange program Bring in a dirty hypodermic needle and receive a new one in exchange. You must be 18 or older. (3-7 pm. 1236 SW Salmon. 223-4121.) Fiction writing classes offered by Tom Spanbauer, author of The Man Who Fell in Love With the Moon. Twenty hour. 10 week course beginning in October. (238-1683.) A toll-free telephone service helps people with AIDS determine if they are eligible for government-sponsored experimental treatment programs (Weekdays. (800) TRIALS-A.) Women’s Dance Class (ballroom, western, swing) meets Thursday nights in Salem. Oct. 4 to Nov. 15. Couples or singles welcome. (7- 8:30 pm . Bush School Gymnasium. University SE and Mission. Salem. $30.362-5073.) G R O U P S ACT UP (AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power) meets twice monthly to discuss the lack of attention, education and research on AIDS and to plan actions on this agenda. (7-8:30 pm. first and third Wednesdays. MCC basement. 1644 NE 24th. mailing address PO Box 6352. Portland O R 97228. 232-1038.) Adventure Group meets in front of Uoyd Center Cinemas every Sunday morning for hiking, cross-country skiing or bicycling, depending on the weather. Activities are free of charge and are open to gay men and lesbians. (Recorded message. Friday through Sunday. 248-9474) Ample Opportunities organizes many activities for large women. Bike riding and instruction, first and third Saturdays. (647-0497.) Asian Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a local social support group for Asians and the Pacific Islanders community. (224-4647. 231-7906.) Bisexual Community Forum is an informal discussion group and social network for bisexuals, their friends, lovers, supporters and those in transition. (Second and fourth Wednesdays. 7:30 pm. Nlta a t 236-7234 or Andrew a t 721-1919) Bisexual Community Forum’s Women Only Group meets ¡wice monthly. All bi-positive women welcome. (Third Wednesdays. 7:30 pm . Choices Tavern. 28th Avenue and Southeast Stark Street. 236-7234.) Bradley-Angle House, Inc. offers a training session beginning in October. Work with other women to end violence. (C all im mediately to register. 281-3540.232-7805) Caté Mocha is an alcohol-free space Clatsop County AIDS Coalition is a community based organization for men to educate and give support to persons who are HIV positive, their families and loved ones. (Daymon G. Edwards. 325-4321. extension 0400.) Closet Cleaning Group is an ongoing coming out group with weekly meetings sponsored by Phoenix Rising. (Saturdays. 223-8299.) Coalition for Human Dignity is an anti fascist organizing group concerned with monitoring, exposing, and confronting far right and new right political groups. (7p m . first and third Thursdays. MCC. 232-2159.) Co-dependents Anonymous for Gay Men and Lesbians meets weekly. (Sundays. 8-9:30 pm. Uve and Le t Uve Club. 527 SE Pine. 231-3760.) Columbia AIDS Resources. (PO Box 1103. Hood River. Oregon 97031 or call 386-3381 or 296-3700.) Columbia Gorge Social Group is for gays and lesbians of all ages. Activities include potlucks, outdoor activities and recreational functions. Meetings are twice a month, and support group discussions are weekly (C ontact Jon. 296-5700.) Corvallis AIDS Support Group is a counsel ing and support group for people diagnosed as HIV-seropositive. New members may join at any time. (4-6 pm. Thursdays. Call Liz. 754-4317. or Karen. 758-3000.) Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Heath District AIDS Program provides services for people with AIDS or who are HIV positive. Included are counseling, testing and support groups. (Delores M. Kropf. (206) 425-7400.) Employees Association of Gays and Lesbians of US West (EAGLE) is an informal group of gays and lesbians who offer one another support. The group is for all phone company employees. (6365243.) Esther’s Pantry provides food and clothing to those who have AIDS or ARC As an additional service. Tod's Corner, established in memory of Tod Hutchins, provides clothing and other household items for clients. (Bonny Johnson. 289-3370.) Equity Foundation is an Oregon based non-profit, public foundation, existing to ensure the prosperity of gay and lesbian health, cultural and service organizations. (PO Box 8607. Portland. O R 97207.228-5825.) Feminist women's book discussion group is hosted weekly by Laughing Horse Bookstore. (7:30-9:30pm . 1322 N W 23rd Ave.) Forest Group. All Forest outings are cooperative ventures. Participants are responsible for providing their own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level. Women only. (C onta ct Susan Trudeau. 235-3765.) Oct. 5: Potluck picnic (5:30 pm) and (banning Meeting (7:30 pm). Bring your own mess kit and a blanket. (235-1712.) Oct. 6: Jefferson Park backpack or car camp. Hike the ridge trail, about five miles. Saturday and Sunday. (Oct. 6-7.288-2893 ) Oct. 13: Hike in Mount Hood area to Mirror Lake. 2.5 miles round trip walk. (236-4980) Oct. 14: Mountain bike ride. (235-3765.) Oct. 20: Day hike. Multnomah Falls to Wahkena Falls. (231-9486.) Nov. 2: Potluck (6:30 pm) and Planning Meeting (7:30 pm). Bring your own table setting. (775-9234.) Nov. 4: Salmon fishing at the Three Rivers and Hebo area. River-edge fishing. Bring Hcense and salmon tag. (632-3490.) put out T 23 T October 1990