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20 ▼ jun* 17. 1004 V just «Hit out about town OW TO CONTACT US OUT ABO U T TOW N 1« provided as a free community service by Just M L Listings of events, announcements and groups that are specifically relevant to gay men. lesbians and bisexuals of every color in Oregon are provided free of charge Just out prints a full groups listing In the second issue of the month; the deadline for that issue Is the Thursday before the first Friday In the first issue that comes out each month. Just out will list only Immediate care organizations Announcements are subject to editing, and inclusion is subject to space limitations, relevance and receipt by deadline Submissions cannot be accepted over the phone Please type your announcement. Send submissions to |ust out Calendar. PO Box 14400. [A ............. - ■ ■ ............. . year term; meetings are monthly. (W rite for application. 921 S W Morrison. Suite 518. Portland. OP 97205, o r call 228-5825.) in« Bodyi Feminist Expressive Therapies Camp for Women Lesbian softball in Canada, anyone? Teams of all skill levels, from slow-pitch to fast-pitch (orthodox and windmill) Free accommo dations available, dancing and evening parties (604-732-0786.) The event will be held at Camp Lane, in the Coast Range, and will use the disciplines of art therapy, physchodrama. dance/movement therapy and personal theater to focus on accessing, expressing and transforming the remembered and forgotten experiences our bodies carry. Sessions will be taught by Leigh Files. Allxe Dancer and Bethroot Gwynn (Aug 7-14. contact NIFET. 2250Lorane Highway. Eugene. OR97405.503-344-3178 ) Join the Lesbian Community Project for softball, fun and sun shine at their annual Tournament of Choice Open to C. D and recreational-level womyn's teams Overnight camping is available at the tournament site Deadline for registration July 1. (Saturday- Sunday. Aug 13-14. Prairie Fields. Brush Prairie. Wash . team regis tration $175-$250. sliding scale, weekend camping cost Is $20 for RVs. $ 1 0 fo r tents, re g is tra tio n o r tournam ent inform ation 503-235-0591. camping reservations 206-253-9424.) Faeries In Paradiaei A Midsummer Dream Come True at Portland. OR 97214-0400; or fax to 236-1257 — The Northwest Institute for Feminist Expressive Therapies will offer a week-long experiential training for women entitled " The Remember- — NNOUNCEMENTS It's My PIeesure presents workshops to the community, designed to educate and inspire A fee o f $3-$5 will be charged for most workshops, on a sliding scale All funds will go directly to the group presenter Coming Out Support Group for women (Tuesday. June 21. free) Metro Bi and Bl-Curious support group for women (Friday. June 24. free) Welcoming Lesbians to Portland, a new social network evening with munchles Meet other women and start friendships Hosted by Alice Knotts and Jeanne Knepper (Saturday. June 25) Safer Sez all women welcome. Free kit (Thursday. June 30. tree) la Homosexuality a Sin? Learn biblical self-defense for those who say it Is Presented by the Ftev Alice Knotts. All gay- friendlies welcome (Monday. July 11) Erotic Stories and Poetry come read your own, and listen to local writer Shanti share lesbian erotica Ail women welcome (Saturday. July 16). (Unless otherwise noted, all classes start at 7 pm. 4526 SE Hawthorne B fvd . must preregister. 236 0505 ) Louisville. Ky . will be the site of the International Association of Gay and Lesbian Country Weatera Dance Clubs organisa tional meeting, to take place during the annual River City Hoe- Breitenbush Hotsprings Meadow hot spring pools, medicine wheel hot tubs, a sauna, miles of woodland trails, a magnificent old lodge, and a serene sanctuary foster nurturing, peace, healing and play. Partici pants will enjoy ritual, dancing, soaking, general revelry, great food, heart circles and all the other elements of Faene maglk. Come share Mother Earth's gift of healing waters with brothers (Friday-Sunday. Aug 19-21. write B B S U 94. 114N E 22ndA ve.. Portland. O P 97232. o r call Slstrwomn 503-234-2345.) The Northwest's only gay Hadey-Davidson motorcycle owners orga nization will hold their annual Harley Strokers Rendezvous '04 in northern Idaho This is a Harieys-only event, open to all gay and lesbian Harley owners The run site is on private property adjacent to the St. Joe National Forest (Friday-Sunday. Aug. 1921. write PO Box 86686. Portland O P 97286 ) The Women's Mountain Bike and Tea Society Summer Camp, with founder Jacqule Ftielan. a k a Alice B Toecllps. will take place Aug 19-23 at the Mazama Country Inn. located near Wlnthrop. Wash Phelan will conduct coaching clinics in uphill riding and descend ing ($425per person, contact Lynn Nicholson. Bike Treks International. 13106 N W Germantown Pd . Portland. O P 97231. o r call 286-0233) The Cascade Bears announce their mid-summer prowl a gathering of bears and their friends, called "Bears 'n' Roses " The prowl will Include a "bear be-cue," several bar parties, a river boat cruise, "bear" sunbathing at a nude beach, and the Infamous "Butt. Gut. Chest and Back Contest " (Friday-Sunday. Aug. 5- 7. Pad Lion Inn at the Coliseum. $55 members before July 15. $65 nonmembers before July 15. 635 S W 10th A ve . Portland. OP 97205-2788. 323-6071.) in Dexter. Ore Topics include birthing, Candida, cervical cancer, Chinese herbal formulas, chronic fatigue, and many more Registra tion deadline July 1 (Friday-Sunday. July 29 3 1 . $100 $200 sliding scale, contact WHC. PO Box 3906. Eugene. O P 97403 o r coll 503-342 6 3 6 9 ) The International Lesbian and Gay Youth Annual Confer ence is being held in Dublin. Ireland It is the only international youth gathering of its kind The conference, titled "1 & 1." will address relationships and other relevant issues within the young gay. lesbian, bisexual, transgender and drag community Participants will also have the opportunity to investigate a range of fun topics like massage, rubber wear and creative safer sex Open to anyone under the age of 27 (Sunday-Monday. July 31 ■Aug 8. $95 members. $110 nonmembers. w ntelG LYO America. PO Box 42463 Washington. DC 20015 0463 voice and fax 202 362 9624 InterNet 'EP4417A O American E D U " ) Friends of People with AIDS Foundation is a non-profit organization offering assistance to people with AIDS. (245-7428) HIV Day Center offers unique hospitality. Information and a variety of services to all persons with HIV/AIDS to help them cope Intellec tually, emotionally, spiritually and socially with the virus Dinner is offered on Monday; lunches Tuesday through Friday. Specialized services include: Daily Bread Express for the homebound; Monday evening support group/relaxation techniques; Monday evening ' Mass in the Time of AID S" with the Rev Gary Mclnnis; Tuesday morning spiritual issues discussion/support group; W ednesday afternoon AA meeting; Thursday morning stress management/support group. Addi tionally. the Day Center offers ' Friday Flicks." Tuesday YM CA health/ fitness classes, and seasonal parties and field trips. Nursing is available. The Day Center is Interfaith sponsored. (2 -8 :3 0 pm, M on day; 9 am-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday, 3835S W Kelly St.. 223-3444.) Committee members, photographers and graphic artists are needed to helpcreate L a a b ia n a o f O re g o n , a photojournal depicting black and white images o f rural, urban, young and old lesbian professionals, trades workers, volunteers, mothers, and athletes of all cultural backgrounds This project is part of the Lesbian Community Project's vistoHlty campaign to bring real lesbians to the forefront (Tina 282-2988. o r call the LC P office. 223-0071.) Green Heart Partner* Is seeking performers and acts for their " New Works and Jazz Nights" show, taking place Thursdays and Sundays at Theatre on the Park. Self-contained pieces, with no more than five cast and staff members, of at least 1 hour 20 minutes in length, and with simple production requirements, will be considered regardless of prior experi ence Groups, singers and musicians, as well as improv and comedy groups will be auditioned (Sendpress information, synopsis, and audio or video tape: Attn Leigh Clark. PO Box 40044, Portland. OP 97240.) HIV 12-step meetings apply the 12-step principles to coping with the epidemic. For persons with HIV or AIDS, support persons, friends, partners and caregivers. (7pm, Thursdays, 2005SE 11th Ave ,230-9270.) Living with HIV is a safe place to share and gain support. W eekly meetings sponsored by Phoenix Rising. (223-8299.) Ministry to People Living with HIV/AIDS seeks to provide for the spiritual needs of families and individuals affected by the epidemic through prayer, worship and educational experiences. ( Milwaukle ChurchofChrist.4790SELogusRoad. callM. Lee Burleson, 654-6770.) L a a b ia n a O f f th e R a g I A M e n o p a u s a l A n th o lo g y is seeking personal narratives from women, including experiences of real or fictional lesbians who found the menopausal experience to be positive, who found ways to alleviate unwanted symptoms and/or who never had children. Subjects of particular interest are the effects of the process on relationships and sexuality, menopause as a fact (not a problem), and butch/fern me experiences with menopause (Send submissions to Lee Lynch and Akla Woods, c /o New Victoria Publish ers. Box 27. Norwich, VT 05055.) Multnomah County HIV Clinic gives anonymous HIV antibody tests by appointment only <248-3775) County services also include an HIV outreach program (248-5020). The NAMES Project shares Information about making quilt panels Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also available. (650-7032.) The Salem Group (formerly W omen in Academia Salon) is having Northwest Genesis Community is a new non-profit designed to provide compassionate care for people living with AIDS. In an adult foster care setting. Members o f the community are invited to volunteer or make a contribution to this new organization. ( Terri Loubey, Busi ness Manager. 626-3605.) Oregon AIDS Hotline a service of the Cascade AIDS Project, m e Ma il ©* M n iv provides Information and referral, treatment information, health pro vider resources and free theater tickets for people with HIV/AIDS. (223-AIDS o r 1-800-777-AIDS.) Oregon Minority AIDS Coalition (3 4 15 NE Broadway. 293-5870.) Our House o f Portland is a non-profit, residential-care facility for men and women with AIDS This agency provides 24-hour nursing care and quality living services to residents. Volunteer opportunities abound. (Call o r drop by during business hours. 2727 SE Alder St., 234-0175.) Positive Link connects people who have tested HIV positive with trained HIV-positive volunteers for telephone support and Information. Sponsored by Cascade AIDS Project. (223-2437o r 1-800-777-2437, ask for Positive Unk.) The Aries Project offers free group counseling by phone for men concerned about AIDS and unprotected sex Confidential, anonymous groups o f men share their experiences (1-800-999-7511.) creating a permanent gathering site on Incredible, beautiful and gentle, women-owned land east of Ashland. Ore The gathehng will Include entertainment, workshops, circles and a crafts fair (Thursday-Sunday, July 14-17. wnte to Womansource. PO Box 335. Ashland. OP 97520. o r call Lavelle, 503-488-4638 ) Women's Herbalist Conferencei A Celebration for Women Who Love Plants will be held at the Lost Valley Education Center The National Library of Poets will award $12.000 in prizes to over 250 poets in the North American Open Poetry Contest The contest is open to everyone and is free Every poem entered also has the chance to be published in a hardbound anthology Send one ortginal poem, any subject, any style, of no more than 20 lines Poet's name and address should appe» on the top of the page Entries must be postmarked by June 30. new contest opens July 1. (Send entry to National Library o f Poetry. 11419CronridgeDr., POBox 704-YT. OwingsMills. M D 2 1 117.) AIDS Hotline (1-800-777-AIDS ) Woman's Gathering at Willow-Witt Ranch Womansource is and Hawk Madrone. will be held again this summer on beautiful rustic lesbian land in southern Oregon Learn a short form of Tai Chi in the Tai Chi Workshop : July 21 -25) The Psrsonal Theater Workshop invites women to create an "inner character* based on personal material, in a safe, enthusiastic atmosphere The focus is not on performing but on stretching and deepening personal truths—discov ering parts of ourselves that need imaginative exercise (Sept 2-5) Fees Include vegetarian meals (Tai Chi. $ 1 15-S200. Theater. $100- $200. registration information Fly Away Home. PO Box 593. M yrtle Creek. OP 9 7 45 7) For the Women is a new education project offered by Cascade AIDS Project This program is aimed directly at women and people that work with and for women The program will provide home parties and staff education focusing on; women's issues, transmission risks, preven tion. testing information, and local HIV and AIDS resources. (Ask for Caleb or someone in the CAP speakers bureau. 223-5907.) contest is open to everyone In the Portland area, and there are 25 prizes in all To enter, send one poem, 21 lines or less Deadline July 1. winners will be announced Sept. 1. (Send entry to Free Poetry Contest. 7095 Hollywood Bhrd. Suite 730. Hollywood CA 90028 ) A ID S F o ru m Is finishing Its fifth year of programming The last program of the season will be "AIDS Forum Live; New HIV Care Money for Portland,’ a live, call-in program. Activists In the H1V/AIDS world discuss new and ongoing care money for people living with HIV/AIDS W ho decides how It gets spent? (8 pm. Wednesday. June 8. CAN Channel 12 iChannel 2 In part o f Clackamas County). 284-6807.) The Lesbian Avengers are organizing a Dyke March to proceed this year's Portland Lesbian. Bisexual and Gay Pride Parade They will meet at the Stonewall Celebration Street Party, make a loop through downtown Portland, and rejoin the Street Party when they're done The Intent of this event is to punctuate the need for dyke visibility and solidarity among all women (7 30 pm. Friday. July 8. North Park Blocks. 452-5408 ) Fly Away Home Workshops for Women with Bethroot Gwynn 7 pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, office hours, 12-3 pm. Mondays and Fridays, 12-5pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Suite 123. 1101 N W H o yt St.. 274-0711.) A $1000 grand prize is being offered in a free poetry contest sponsored by Hollywood’s Famous Poets Society The A Do Jump Movement Theatre School is offering four sessions of Summer Camps for Kids (ages 3 and up) in circus and perfor mance skills The focus Is to encourage physical confidence, freedom of expression and grace, in a creative and sane atmosphere Camps are June 20-24. July 5-15 (advanced, audition only). July 25-29. and August 15-19 (Echo Theatre. 1515 S E 37th Ave . call 231-1232 ) Project Quest is organizing communal transportation to the upcoming conference What Holds Promlsei Caring, Community, C oa lition to be held In San Francisco. Calif The event will feature Deepak Chopra. M D . who is known for linking modern medical technology and the ancient teaching of the Indian Ayurvedic tradition. Lusijah Marx and Lucas Harris of Project Quest will be leading a workshop on psychoneuroimmunology (Thursday-Sunday. July 14- 17. Son Francisco Airport Hilton, contact Lucas Harris 241 -6448 ) Esther's Pantry is a food bank for persons disabled due to AIDS. (5- a discussion group/planning meeting/potluck brunch. Everyone is welcome (11 am-1 pm. Aug. 7, 297-3480 o r 224-0537.) Down The association was formed In March to link the country and western clubs In North America and around the globe Events will include a late-night dance cruise, a major dance, and other social and performance events (Friday-Sunday. July 15-17. write: Southern Country Louisville. PO Box 4382. Louisville KY 40201-0382.) The National Association of Black and Whit# Men Together 1904 Convention will be held In Washington. D C . July 16-24 The 94 convention theme will be "Breaking the Chains of Isms " NABW MT was formed in 1980 as a "gay. multi-racial, multi-cultural organization committed to fostering supportive environments wherein racial and cultural barriers can be overcome and the goal of human equality realized * The convention will explore the many ways the gay and lesbian community can work to overcome racism, ageism, sexism and homophobia (W rite to N ABW M T C onvention'94. 1747 Connecticut Ave NW. 3rd Floor. W ashington. D C.. 20009-1108. o r call 202 462 3599 o r I 800-624 2968 ) to come forward and advocate for our needs in an organized way (5- 7 pm. 4th Friday o f the month. Room 120. State Office Building. 800 NE Oregon St.. 232-1710 o r 284-6807 ) Positive Place is a weekly gathehng of HIV-positive youth and their friends A safe place to talk about living with HIV Free pizza! (6-7:30 pm, Thursdays, Outside In. 1236 SW Salmon. 223-4121 or CAP 223-5907.) Benefits Advocacy Clinic is held every Monday to assist HIV- A c h a rm in g d iv a a s s c a n in M a r lo n R i g g s ' N on, Jo N o R ogrotto Rion (N o RogrotJ Concord Choir announces auditions for s new performing groupi Viriditas Vocal Ensemble " Director Joan Simcoe seeks women singers who are open to a diversity of musical expres sion, who have prior choral experience, and who want to explore singing with heart, mind and body Sight-singing ability and rhythmic acuity are desired (Saturday. June 18. Monday. June 20. Tuesday. June 21; to schedule audition call 760-3722.) The Portland Lesbian Choir is accepting new members for Its '94-'95 season New members must enjoy singing and be able to rehearse on Sunday evenings. (Through July 15. leave name, address and phone number on voicemail 2 4 1 -8994, o r write PLC Membership. PO Box 8212. Portland O P 97207 ) The Metropolitan Human Rights Commission Is soliciting applicants for sppointments to the Commission Appoint ments are made by Mayor Vera Katz and County Chairwoman Beverly Stein for three-year terms, beginning In September The mission o f the 15-member commission is to foster mutual understanding and respect, and to protect the human rights of all persons m the city of Portland and Multnomah County (823-5136.) The Lesbian Community Project's Speaker's Bureau seeks Interested lesbians wishing to enhance their public speaking skills Topics cover a variety of issues LCP will provide training. (Tina 282-2988. o r LCP office 223-0071 ) The Lesbian Community Project is offering Anti-Violence Line Volunteer Training for women and men interested in fighting homophobic violence The Anti-Violence Line offers a telephone call- in line for victims of homophobic violence to report the incident(s) Victims who tell their stories become survivors Be a part o f a caring team » id join in this very important work Line volunteers must be LCP members or willing to become members (7-9 pm. Thursday. July 14. It's M y Pleasure. 4526 SE Hawthorne, call for application and to preregister. 223-0071.) Volunteers, Engliah/Spanish translators, and ASL inter preters are needed for Cascade AIDS Project client service pro grams to provide practical support and advocacy Volunteers are asked to make a commitment to the program and will receive training (Contact Melissa 223-5907. ext 1 15.) Right to Privacy Political Action Committee is now accepting applications for its board o f directors RTP PAC formed in 1981 and is dedicated to advocating full civil and human rights for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals Board applicants will be considered for geographical, racial and experiential diversity Board members agree to serve a two- Project Quest . a nonprofit HIV and AIDS self-empowerment program, offers workshops In basic and advanced guided imagery, therapeutic touch, and other immune function enhancement programs. Project Quest's Organic Gardening project is looking for individuals, tools, seeds and plants for an organic garden ( Call to receive schedule and preregister for workshops.or to donate time, tools, etc.. 241-6448 ) positive people with governmental benefits and housing forms. Spon sored by the Cascade AIDS Project and Multnomah County HIV Clinic. ( 10 30am-noon. Cascade AIDS Project, Suite 300, 620 S W 5th A ve ) Client service advocates can also assist HIV-positive people by appointment (223-5907). The Buddy Network is a non-profit personal ad service for HIV-positive people only. (Send a SASE to PO Box 23251. San Diego. CA92193 ) Shalom Ministries, a United Methodist outreach to the gay and lesbian community, sponsors an HIV/AIDS support group the Cascade AIDS Project provides counseling, support groups, advo second and fourth Tuesdays of every month. ( 7.30 pm. United M eth odist Church, 5145 SEUncoln St.. 760-4215.) cacy. activities and Information for people with AIDS/HIV and friends and family The Plus Club Social Hour provides a relaxing space for people with HIV/AIDS to meet in a social setting. It is held the first and third Frtdays of the month. On the first Friday the Plus Club will meet at Hobo's Lounge (5-8 pm, 120N W 3rd Ave ) On the third Friday, the group will meet at Espress It coffee house (5 8 pm. 2nd floor, 1038 SW Stark) The safer sex workshop 8peaking o f S an ... is offered the first and third Thursdays of every month. Open to all gay and bisexual men. the free workshop focuses on negotiating skills and eroticizing safer sex ( 6 9 3 0 pm. offices) (CAPoffices, Suite 300, 6 2 0 S W 5 th A ve . 223-5907.) Tod's Com er provides free clothing for people with AIDS A service of the Friends of People with AIDS Foundation. (HIVDay Center. 3835 S W Kelly St . 245-7428.) Trinity Episcopal Church invites all who are affected by or concerned about HIV/AIDS to attend a monthly Healing Service and Evensong The service, which follows the Episcopal tradition, lasts 35 minutes and is followed by a free, simple evening meal and social time. Wheelchair accessible. (5 pm. second Sunday o f each month. 147 N W 19th A v e . 222-9811.) CAP Support Group Program hosts a Tuesday afternoon and Monday evening Family and Frtends group, and Friday afternoon and evening Gay and Bisexual Men' s Symptomatic and Asymptomatic groups New groups are continually forming, based on interest. Potential topics include Women's Symptomatic and Asymptomatic groups, HIV-Positive Caregivers group, and a Heterosexual Couples group If you are inter ested In joining a support group or have an idea for a group you'd like started, call client services (223-5907) The following are ongoing groups a free grief support group for people who have expenenced any type of loss due to HIV/AIDS Is being offered weekly ( 7-9 pm. Thursdays, offices) A drop-in group for HIV-negative gay and bisexual men offers support and provides a safe place for HIV-negative men to communicate their needs around such issues as dating and intimacy, safe sex. and feelings of survivor s guilt. Meets every other Monday May 16 the topic will be "Taking Care of YoureeWi Care Giving, Support Giving and Volunteer Activism* (7-9 pm. offices, call Graham for details) (CAPoffices. Suite 300. 620 S W 5th Ave.. 223-5907.) Central Oregon Central Oregon AIDS Support Team provides emotional and practical support services for people with HIV/AIDS and education and outreach to the Central Oregon area (W rite to. PO Box 9 184. Bend. OR 97708. o r call 389-4330.) Coastal Oregon Clatsop County AIDS Coalition is a community-based organiza tion formed to educate and give support to persons who are HIV- positive and their families and loved ones (PO Box 445 Astoria OP 97103. o r call 338-7501.) Coastal AIDS Network Is a group of HIV-positive and HIV- negative people who meet twice a month for support. ( Tillamook. 842- 4375; Uncoln City, 997-4694.) Meditation and Chat with Ishvara, Enlightened Master, at Shambhala Ishvara's philosophy includes everyone, and the gay. lesbian and bisexual community is invited and welcomed (1 0 am. Sundays. 7 pm. Wednesdays. 2 l5 4 B N W M a s t Place. Lincoln City. 503-994-2488) Clackamas AIDS Relief Effort is a new community-based orga nization forming in Clackamas County Programs include HIV preven tion education and support services for people with HIV/AIDS Cur rently. volunteers are being recruited to provide clients with emotional support, transportation and assistance with light housekeeping (Call Dawn Martinet. 655-8471, ext 7 9 46) Eastern Oregon Blue Mountain AIDS Task Force (P O B ox 701. Pendleton. OP Computerised AIDS Ministries Network is a computer net work designed to provide a medium through which people may obtain current Information and resources to assist in ministering to persons impacted by HIV disease A project of the Health and Welfare Minis tries Program Department of the General Board of Global Ministries of the United M ethodist Church A modem Is required to access this service (212 870 3953 or 800-542 59 2 1 ) Columbia AIDS Resources serves the Mid-Columbia in Oregon and Washington Support groups, advocacy, information, referral and education (386-3881 o r 296-3700) Communitywide consumer group forming! all people with Southern Oregon D ou H‘ m County AIDS Council sponsors meetings and educa HIV/AIDS m the metropolitan area, including those in Clark County, are encouraged to attend The time is now for people living with HIV/AIDS 97081. 278-1529 ) j j tional activities (3035 Laurel Springs Drive. Roseburg. OP 97470; 440-2761.)