22 ▼ January 21, 1994 ▼ just out
out about town
g p o n s£ xlityo u tsid co fth c'h g h cr'p o w cr1 2 stcpprograms (7 30pm.
Thursdays. 415 SW 13th A w . 241 9268)
C o -D e p e n d s n ts A n o n ym o u s for C.ay M en and Lesbians
meets weekly 17 8 30pm. Sundays, Uve and Lei Live Club. 2804 SE
Ankeny S t . Portland. 97214. 231 3760)
Faoilitatod group fo r lasbians working on issues ofabstinence
from drugs, alcohol, relationships and more Sliding scale (Call lor
details. 242 1456)
G a y M a n 's A d u lt C h ild ra n of A lc o h o lic s (7 30 9 pm. Tucs
days. Uve and Lei Live Club. 2804 SE Ankeny S i . Portland. 97214.
231 3760)
G a y m an's non sm oking A A g ro u p Emphasis on recovery (10
am. Sundays. Sixth Floor. Good Samaritan Hospital. 1015 AAV 22nd
A vc)
Lavandar Lesbian N A M astin g with child care available (7pm.
Mondays. 12 Step Haven, SmaH Group Room. 4160 SE Division S t)
Lasbians w ith Dapraaaion is a support and validation group for
H igh T e c h G a ys is a social, support and networking group lor gays
and lesbians employed in high tech companies Confidentiality as
sured (Bill. 274 7017. ext 1500 )
V O IC E S (V o ce s of Individual and Community Empowerment from
the S tre e ts )« a rap group for queer youth Meets weekly Free pizza
its life and ministry (Activity schedule. 284 7996. Co pastors Joyce
(Phoenix Rmmg. 223 8299 or Outside In. 223 4121)
M etropolitan C o m m u n ity C h u rc h of P o rtla n d « an ecumeni
K -S C lu b . Join kindred folks and their dogs on the first and third
Sunday of the month to walk, talk and enjoy each other's company in
Portland area parks (285 2986 )
Waataida O rga n isa tio n of Wom an, now m its sw e nth year as
a social organization for lesbians, invites you to join us If you love to
laugh, dance, camp, enjoy nature, gabandeat you'll love our group
cal Christian church open to all people Pastor Dennis Chappell
(Send $10 for one-year subsenpbon to newsletter. WOW. PO Box
5584. Aloha. OR 97006)
M ilw a u kie United C h u rc h of C h ris t is a congregation that «
open and affirming, and welcomes all people regardless of sexual
orientation ( Worshp. 10 30 am. Sundays. 4790 SE Log us Road.
Lasbian A c tiv ity and So cial G ro u p forming M eet new people
Sunday afternoons/evenings (C all232 4820)
Lasbian C a rd a n C lu b gets together to vwit interesting gardens
and nurseries, exchange seeds and plants and help one another in
their own gardens (Sandi, 761-3979 )
Lasbian M othara and C hild ra n . « a social, networking and
support group for lesbians who have children, who want to have
children and who want to be around children Meetings are the third
Sunday of the month Bring goodies (2-4 pm. call Autumn, 777-
M a d w o m y n is a non political peer support group for lesbians and
Lasbian S u p p o rt G ro u p for w o m a n 50 and over meets the
third Saturday of every month (7-10pm. Mary, 281 4424.)
M cM innw illa Lasbian and G a y S u p p o rt G ro u p understands
that people strive to be whole huinan beings and addresses spiritual,
sexual, political and interpersonal issues Lesbians, gay men. people
living with HIV/AIDS and their families and allies are welcome Meets
second and fourth Mondays at the First Baptist Church (7 30pm. call
Pastor Mary Beth. 472 7941.)
M arid ian Psychotharapy Aaaociatas is currently offering the
following support groups lesbian partners of survivors of childhood
sexual trauma, women's therapy, exploring women's relationships,
gay men recreating refalionshps. male sexual abuse, and play therapy
forchildren with absent fathers (Suite 106, 1331 SW Broadway. 274
2206 )
Woman's drum ming group meets second and fourth Saturdays
Drums rentable lor $2 (7 9 pm. second and fourth Saturdays. The
Healing Movement Center. 4703NAItxna A ve. $2donation. 299 9779 )
7980)
Lasbian Psychotherapist Study G ro u p meets every third Sun
day for discussion of feminist psychoanalytic theory (Sky. 238 0655 )
returned. 206 750 4707)
pm. call for location. 223 2670 or 224 0537.)
S
Lasbian Poatry G roup. “ If Wishes W ere Horses .'m e e ts o n th e
first and third Fridays of every month (Pam. 282 8412.)
lesbians who find it difficult to hold a job due to depressive disorders
Join us for discussion groups and more (771 0348 or 236 8850)
bisexual women with mental and emotional health issues Meets
second and fourth Wednesdays m Vancouver, W ash (All calls arc
W om an in A eadam ia Sa lon « a tea and discussion group,
focusing on stimulating and varied topics Everyone welcome (3 5
Lasbian Visual A rtis ts S u p p o rt G ro u p meets regularly lor
vision, c o lo ra tio n and fun W e welcome new members Meetings are
held on the second Thursday and last Sunday of each month (C a t
A Y a a r A n d A Day. a gay and bisexual men's study group focusing
on the pagan traditions and m agckal practices of the Keltic nations,
is now forming If you are interested in blending these religious
qualities into an everyday working spirituality, please join us (Dafydd.
774 8433)
St
M a t ro C lu b is a s o c ia ! group for gay men 40 and over and those who
apprcciatclhcm Potlucks monthly on the fourth Sunday (234 0353 )
Fridays. 2408 SE 16th Ave . 231 4955 )
Philip Ned's Paulst Center sponsors C atholic G a y and
Laabian O u tre a c h with Mass, followed by socializing (7 30pm.
National Tra n sva stita -Tra n a sa a u a l Hotiina S a rvica « a
C on gra gation N avah S halom (conservative) sponsors gay and
free information service for female impersonators, transsexuals and
transvestites (206 623-1549 )
lesbian outreach Meetings, services and other events are held
monthly (Sheri Cordova. 246-8831.)
N a w to Portia nd? An informal social group lor lesbian and bisexual
women new to the area meets the second Saturday of each month for
brunch. (Call for lime and place. Dcirdrc. 232 3835.)
D ignity/Portland. the national organization of gay and lesbian
Catholics, welcomes all to come to weekly Masses Dignity believes
that gay men and lesbians can express their sexuality m a manner that
is consonant with C hrist's teaching Dignity/Portland sponsors an
annual spiritual retreat at the Oregon coast and publishes a monthly
N e w Baginning Sax A d d icts An o n ym o u a group meets Tues
days at the HIV Day Center (7 8 30 pm. 3835 SW Kelly S t . 223
People of Faith A g a in st B ig o try is an interfaith group united to
oppose hatred, fear and intolerance, especially in the jaolitical arena
(Dan. 230 9430 )
P otte r's House is an evangelical and char«m atic Christian Church
open to everyone, with special emphasis on meeting the needs o f the
community Jom with pastor Bill Roberts (Services. 9 30 am, Sun
Radical Faeries co-create their spirituality with nature, subvert
uniformity and practice the politics ol play (235 0826)
Reach O u t is a support group for gay and lesbian form er Jehovah's
W itnesses and M ormons (PO Box 1173. Clackamas. OR 97015,
657 0620)
T h e S a cre d Band is a spiritual brotherhood providing fellowship
and support to gay and pagan men (PO Box 13072. Portland. OR
97213)
8 0 A Ki nship is a monthly support and fellowship group fo r lesbian
and gay Seventh day Adventists (PO Box 33104. Portland. OR
97233; 244 0286 )
S h a lom M in istrie s « a United M ethodist outroach m inistry to and
with the gay and lesbian community and supporters. Com ing Out
support group (6 30 pm. Wednesdays ) W orship and discussion.
(7 4 5 pm. Wednesdays ) Grief support group ( 7:30pm. first and third
Tuesdays ) HIV/AID S support group. (7 :3 0 pm. second and fourth
Tuesdays ) (United Methodist Church. 5145 SE Lincoln St.. 760-
4215)
S iste rspirit is women sharing spirituality. All women welcom e M ost
events wheelchair accessible Feminist Christian Communion. W heel
chair accessible (7 30 pm. Wednesday. Feb 26. Queen o f Heaven
Gnostic Chapel. 2229 SE Market S O (P 0 Box 9246. Portland. OR
Sp iritua l S u p p o rt G ro u p for Le sbia ns is now forming. O ur
purpose is to explore and share our journeys of spiritual growth, and
support one another in this process Let's honor our diversity and
celebrate our unity. (C a ll520 0358.)
Portland A ra a Lasbian and G a y 1 2 -8tap P ro gra m Call for
calendar and meeting limes (Uve and Let Live Club, 2304 SE Ankeny
St . Portland. 97214. 231 3760 )
Saa and Lo va A d d ic ts A n o n ym o u s The only requirement for
S t. M a rk P re sbyte ria n C h u ro h welcomes you I Join us for
worship. (10 am Sundays, call lo r location. 244-8177.)
membership is a desire to stop living out a pattern of sex and love
addiction (650 7009)
S t. S te p h e n 's Episcop a l C h u ro h is an open and affirming
congregation Rector, the Rev. Constance A. Hammond. Eucharist
and Healing service (12:10 pm. Wednesdays ) Inclusive Language
Eucharist. (5.30 pm. Thursdays ) Eucharist. (7 .4 5 pm. Sundays )
Eucharist with choir; Sunday school and Nursery. (10 am Sundays.)
(1432 SW 13th A v e . 223 6424 )
A T h a r s p y G ro u p for G a y M an is intended to provide gay men
with a means o f understanding themselves through the process of
interacting with others The ongoing group will be facilitated by
therapists John Cardmali and Tony DuBosc (6-7 3 0 pm. Wednes
days. Pacific University Psychologic at Service Center. Suite 400. 5 11
S W 10th A vc. sliding scale, call for details. 2 2 0 0 3 9 0 )
T rin ity Episcopal C h u rc h invites people with AIDS or HIV
disease and f rlends to a monthly celebration of Evensong and Service
of Healing. Every second Sunday. ( 5 pm, 147 N W 19th Ave., 222-
Tria n g la Project is gay specific individual and group counseling for
alcohol and drug problems, available through ASAP Treatment Ser
vices. Inc Sliding scale treatment is offered regardless of ability to
pay When calling the Intake Coordinator please specify Triangle
Project (2130 SW 5th Ave. 224 0075 )
9811)
Un ita ria n Universalistsfor Lesbian and Gay Concerns meets lo r
worship and meetings Com e where you are appreciated for being
you. (First Unitarian Church. 1011 S W 12th Ave . 228-6389.)
W omen of all ages who have experienced sexual abuse ore invited to
take part m a W om ens’ Th e ra p y G ro u p for Survivors of Sexual
Abuse The ongoing group will be facilitated by Sue Chenowcth. BA
and Tana Paget. M SW with group supervision by Donald Fromme,
PhD G roup a limited to 8 participants (6 7 30pm, Tuesdays. Pacific
U nited M ethod ists fo r G a y and Lasbian C o n c e rn s (A f f ir
m ation) meets monthly for potlucks and fellowship. (POBox 12673,
Portland. OR 97212. call Dick. 692 9019 )
U n ive rs ity P ark U n ite d M e th o d is t C h u rc h is a reconciling
Congregation which welcom es and affirms all persons regardless of
sexual orientation (Worship. 9 55am. Sundays. 4775NLombardSt..
University Psychological Center. Suite 400. 511 SW 10th Avc .
sliding scale, call for details. 220 0390 )
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(Worshp. 10 am. Sundays, office hours. I I am 5 pm. Monday
Thursday. 1644 NE 24th Ave . 28 T 8868 )
days: 7 30 pm. Wednesdays. 3830 SE 62nd Ave . 775 5024 )
P IR ITU A U 1 Y
Margaret. 285 0340)
N orth Portland D yka s support and social group ( Wnle PO Box
83892. Portland. OR 97283 0892 )
McManus. 284 3426 and John Schwiebert. 281 3697 )
Karen Crooch, pastor. 2897843.)
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A m p le O p p o rtun itie s organizes many activities for large women
(245 1524)
B a d G irls Portland's newest women's SM group « available to all
women Interested In exploring the deeper part of their psyches All
levels of experience welcome A social and educatonal group. (Bad
Girls, c /o NLA PO Box 5161. Portland. OR 97208)
C asca d e A IO S Project offers the monthly Plus Club Social Hour
lor people with HIV/AIDS to meet each other si a social setting the
third Friday of every month (5 8 pm. Hobo's Lounge. 120 N W 3rd
A v e . Graham or Dan. 223 5907 )
C asca d e Bears is looking for new members (Suite 125. 1101 SW
Washington St . Portland. OR 97205. Bear Lmc. 323 6071)
C asca d e G uild— Health C a re C ha p te r is a networking group
for gay and lesbian medical, social and mental health workers that
meets monthly (Ted . 232 1655. Dcbbtc 206 892 1426 or Chris.
297 4314)
C h a p s is an organization devoted to teaching men new to the leather
community the tenets of safe, sane and conscnual S /M Learn the
how tos from more experienced players (Send name, address and a
brief statement o f interest to Chaps. PO Box 5161. Portland. OR
97208)
C o lu mbia G o rg e Soci al G roup is for gays and lesbians of all ages
Ac tivtics include potlucks. outdoor act v ite s and recreational fund ions
Meetings arc twice a month, and support group discuss ions are weekly
(Jon. 296 5700)
Oykas with Tykas is an informal social networking group for lesbians
vMthproschouicrsandchildrcninpnmarygradcs (246 8555)
Fo rest G ro v e G L U E (G a y s and Lesbians United for En
rich m e n t) is a support group giving lestxans. gay men. bisexuals,
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newsletter. TheRoseCHy. (Mass; 7 30pm. Saturdays. St Stephen s
Episcopal Church. Southwest Thirteenth Avenue and Clay Street.
Mailing address. PO Box6708, Portland. OR97228 6708. or call 295
4868)
every Saturday at 10 am. meet by the OM SI red sign. Hiking every
Sunday at 8 am. meet in front of the Lloyd Center Cinemas. (Recorded
enthusiasts dedicated to traveling the bygone highways of yester
year Those with a fondness for "fins and flash" are invited to call for
information on meetings and events All club activities are alcohof-
free (Glenn. 656 0423. o r Charbe. 253 5649 )
First C o n gre gatio n al C h u ro h of the United Church of Christ is
an open and affirming congregation that welcomes all people, regard
less of sexual orientation Wheelchair accessble and childcare avail
able (W orshp 1030am. Sundays. 1126 SW Park A v e . 2287219)
B ic yc le D e cid e and R ide for men and women m eets Saturday
mornings for rides of 30 50 miles (9 am. Wallace Park. Northwest
O re g o n G uild A ctivists of 8 /M (O R G A S M ) includes people
Salem's First C o n gre gatio n al C h u ro h of the United Church of
Chnst is led by ordained lesbian minister Shelley R Wagoner (700
Willow, 625 7739 )
N o rth w e st Soenio C ru is e rs s a group of gay and lesbian car
o l all sexual orientations Activities include dungeon parties, educa
lional workshops, demonstrations and fantasy and erotica shows
(Oregon Guild. PO Box 5702. Portland. OR 97208 )
O u t Loud M e n 's Resding C irc le is forming to read aloud from
literature, poetry, spirituality, politics and so on in a home setting
(Bob. PO Box 2126. Portland. OR 97208 )
Park A ve n u e Social C lu b « a weekly social group for gay men
18 to 30 years old Other events include holiday parties, pot luck
socials and movie outings (7 30fxn. Tuesdays. Fast Congregational
Church. 1126 SW Park Ave . use Madison entrance and ring the b e t
or write PO Box 2294. Portland. OR 97204, 238 0334 )
Portland A re a Business A ssocia tion « a group for lesbians,
gays and friends in business, encouraging networking among
community business professionals and creating awareness in the
general public Luncheons with guest speakers are held the second
Monday of each month (11 30 am I 30 pm. Lower level. Portland
Marriott Hotel. 1401 SW Front A v e . 223 2984 for reservations )
Portland Im perial Rose C o u rt « a social, charitable and commu
ruty service organization (Rose Emperor and Empress PO Box 23
Portland. OR 97207. 287 7058)
their families and friends a safe and discreet place to meet and
socialize M eets the lirst and third Mondays of each month Coffee
and snacks served (7 30 pm. call Maureen. 985 3593)
Portland P o w e ra n d Trust, a w o m e n 'sS /M social group, is open
for novice to experienced players (PO Box 3781. Portland OR
F u n n y Ladies A fte rn o o n Te a and Posey So ciety offers
monthly get togethers for all lesbian singles and couples 35 and over
(232 97 1 4 )
P o r tfa n d ia 'a P rid e is a monthly social group of gay and lesbian
employees of the City ol Portland. Multnomah County and M etro
G a y and Lesbian M ah jo n g C lu b meets several times a month
to play mahjong and socialize W e are always looking for new players
-s in g le s , pairs, groups -beginners or advanced (Call Paul for
details. 693 0963)
G a y and lesbian w rite rs arc invited to join a new w riter's group
Com e lor encouragement, cnticem . marketing advice support and
fun (C a t for details. 282 7928)
G entle Gianta of O re g o n e a social club for fat gay men and their
admirers (Write Jim. c /o Gentle Giants o f Oregon. PO Box 412.
WikonviOe. OR 97070)
A d ve n tu re G ro u p meets for outdoor activities Mountain biking
N o rth w e st O re g o n Lesbian A rtis ts S u p p o rt G ro u p meets
the third Thursday of each month (7 9 pm. Lorraine. 289 2510. or
97208)
(245 2634)
Th e Real C onnection is a social gathering ol men who are
artistically and musically inclined M eets the second Friday of every
month (282 0107)
35 Plus lor women meets lor discussions, social support and
activities (C a t Joan. 252 0762)
U nctrcum ciaed Society of A m e rie e -N o rth w est C h a p te r is
a social group dedicated to the interests of uncircumcised men and
their admirers (USA NW. PO Box 33190. Portland. OR 97233 )
Mahon St NE 363 3660 )
F irs t U nitarian C h u rc h of Portland welcomes lesbians, gays
and bisexuals (Services. 8 30. 10. and 11 3 0 am. Sundays. 1011SW
12th Ave . Bit. 236 2830. or Katie. 224 5283 )
Frie n d s for Lesbian and G a y C on oe rn a Q u a k e r Spiritual
S u p p o rt G ro u p M onthly potlucks on third Sundays (CaU for
details. Bob. 777 2623. or M ay. 282 4961.)
G a y and Lesbian Atheists of O re g o n meet the second Sunday
o f every month to prom ote the values of honesty, justice, compassion
and love (Atheist Community Center. 4 15 S W 13th Ave. 2 4 1 9268)
T h e G o d Con n ection , a Center for New Thought Christianity Rev
Casey Chaney and Rev Bcrdell M offett. Senior Ministers (Worshp
10 am. Sundays. 12525 S W Canyon Road Beaverton, 643 7591.)
H e srt in Hand: People AHeoted b y A IO S in Prayer, gathers
once a week lor an hour of shared prayer Guided by the tradition of
St F ranc* ol A s s s i (7 3 0 8 30pm. Thursdays. Franciscan House.
827 NE ALcrta St., David Remdcrs. 287 9223 )
Integrity w a gay and lesbian ministry in the Anglican Communion
(Mass and pot luck, 7 pm. second Fridays. St David's Episcopal
Church. 2800 SE Harrison S t. 774 1064 )
Lake O s w e g o United C h u rch of Christ, an open and affirming
congregation, invites and encourages into its life and ministry all
people, regardless of sexual orientation (W orshp 10 30 am. Sun
days. 111 S W C ounty Club R d . 635 4348)
Lutherans C o n ce rn e d / N o rth Am erica, is a pan Lutheran
association of lesbians and gays (227 5431.)
M a ss in Tim e of A IO S is held every Monday and provides spiritual
asse ts nee for those living with AIDS (6 pm. 3835 S W Kelly St Fr
G a y Mclnms. 223 3444 )
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M editation G ro u p for W om en « a Saturday noon group lor
meditators or would be meditators who like to sit together in silence
(Judy. 2 8 7 1 5 3 9 )
M etanoia P eace C o m m u n ity « a Reconciling Congregation of
the United M ethodist Church that welcomes lesbians and gay men in
message. Friday through Sunday. 234 2 941)
Raleigh Street and 25th Avenue, weather permitting. 227-1756.)
Dam sel Fly Fisher w o m en of all skill levels meet regularly to plan
fishing tnpe, practice casting, fly fishing and having a good tim el ( C a l
669 3492)
The Echo Th e a tre offers classes in acrobatics, trapeze, improvise
ton . juggling and unicycling for children and adults Call for class
times (1515 SE37th Ave., 231 1232 )
Equus is a gay men's equestrian group fo r those w ho have horses,
enjoy riding, or both (Meets third Sundays, call 289 1323 )
Forest G ro u p outings are cooperative adventures for wom en only.
Particpants are responsible fo r providing their own equipment and
choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level (Call253
3631)
G s y and Lesbian A B C / W IB C Sanctioned B o w lin g Leagues
meet September to April New members always welcom e (7 pm.
Frxiays. Pro 300 Lancs. 3031 SE Powell Bfvd . Rich. 233 6480)
Lesbian's V olle yb a ll is the place to go to get exercise, w ork off
stress, have fun and socialize Ends Feb 11 (6 50 8:30pm. Fridays.
Abemethy Community School. 2421 SE Orange St., entrance and
parking around back o f school. $1. call Renee. 232 4456 )
Portland F ro n tru n n e rs meet Tuesday evenings. Saturday and
some Sunday mornings Runners and walkers at all levels are invited
to join (63 0 p m . Tuesdays, chin up bars. Duniway Park track. SW
Barbur Blvd by the Metro YMCA, 9:30 am, Saturdays. Duniway Park
track. 10 am. first and third Sundays o f the month. Laurelhurst Park.
Northeast 39th Avenue and Ankeny Street, call Tamara. 233 4937.)
Portland G ay and Lesbian C o m m u n ity B o w lin g A s s o c ia
tion ( f f am. Sundays. Pro 300 Lanes. 3031 SE Powet Blvd . call
Tom. 293 0438. or write PCBA. PO Box 851, Portland. OR 97207)
P rid » o f Portland M e n 's S oftbsll plays in the Portland Park and
Recreation League (C a ll659 1682)
^ ° , - *ow n Ram blers. Portland's gay and lesbian square dance
club, dances at mainstream, plus and advanced levels (7 9 30pm.
Wednesdays, basement. Trinity Methodist Church. Southeast Thirty
ninth Avenue and Steele Street. PO Box 5352 Portland OR 97228
Doug. 331 0745. or Michael. 297 6416 )
Te a m Portland is readying teams and individuals for G ay Games
IV in New York. June 1994 Join us the Ihird Thursday o f each month.
(Call 795 9496. or wnte PO Box 6803. Portland. OR 97228 )