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O u t A b o u t T o w n is provided as a free community service by Just
su t. Listings of events, announcements and groups that are specifi­
cally relevant to gay men, lesbians and bisexuals of every color in
Oregon are provided free of charge
Just sut 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 su t will list only immediate
care organizations
Announcem ents are subject to editing, and inclusion Is subject to
space limitations, relevance and receipt by (leadline Submissions
cannot be accepted over the phone Please type your announcement.
Send subm issions to Just eut Calendar. PO Box 14400.
Portland. OR 97214-0400. or fax to 236-1257.
Items m O ut About To w n run for six months If you wish to continue to
run your group's Information, please submit an updated announcement
and to protect the human rights of all persons In the city of Portland and
Multnomah County (823-5136 7(8/19)
T h e Lesbian Co m m u n ity P ro ject's Sp e a k e r'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 LC P office 223-0071 7(12/2)
D o J u m p M ovem ent Th e atre Is seeking experienced en­
semble perform ers with as many of the following skills as possible
acrobatics, dance theater, aerial work, contact improvisation, a willing­
ness to take risks, and a sense of humor. Do Jump will offer intensive
aerial training Performers are sought for the fall show (Oct. 22-Dec.
10) as well as for year-round repertory performance gigs (Auditions.
11 am -1 pm Saturday. August 27; 4-6 pm Wednesday. August 31,
Echo Theatre. 1515 SE 37th Ave.. call 231-1232 to schedule an
audition 7 (2/17)
Clackam as W om en’s S e rvice s Is recruiting new board
m em bers. CW S provides crisis support and emergency shelter and
advocacy to women and children who are victims of domestic violence
The board is active In overseeing programs, developing policy for the
organization, and securing financial and in-kind support Application
deadline is Sept. 1. (Connie McFarland 657-7308 7
Singers and instrum entalists are Invited to sing and/or accom­
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NNOUNCEMENTS
People of C o lo r Living w ith H IV Leadership Forum takes
place Sept 1-3 Presented by the National Minority AIDS Council, the
forum presents state-of-the-science information regarding allopathic
and holistic treatment methods, and promotes collaboration and
cooperation among groups (The Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Marina del Rey.
C a lif. $50 N M AC members. $65 nonmembers, some scholarships
available. 202 544 1076 )
Je w is h and new in to w n? The Jewish Federation has Just
published Shalom Portland A Newcomer's GutdetoPortlandOregon's
Jewish Past and Present (Free. 245-6219 )
M aryhlll M useum presents the exhibit 'S a ra h B e m ha rd ti
A rtist and Ic o n ' through Aug 21. (35 Maryhlll Museum Drive.
Goldendale. Wash . 509-773-3733 )
“W om en and Sexual A b u se Recovery! W orking Y o u r Is­
sues U sin g C reative E xp ressio n ' is a weekend retreat for
women sponsored by the Echoes Network, a national support network
for adult survivors of sexual abuse The retreat will Incorporate a variety
of creative art modalities including Journal writing, art. music and
movement therapy (Frlday-Sunday. Aug 26-28, Menucha Retreat
Center. Corbett. O re . $135 Includes workshops, food and lodging.
727-3503)
“ Em pow ering Physicianai M oving the Lesbian and C a y
Health A genda F o rw a rd In the '90s* is the title of the 1994
symposium o f the American Association o f Physicians for Human
Rights The symposium will offer a multidisciplinary view o f current
challenges facing lesbian and gay physicians and physicians serving
lesbian and gay patients (Friday-Sunday. Sept 2-4. Holiday Inn
Crowne Plata. New York City. $345 physician members. $50 student
members. 415-255-4547.)
pany a vocal ensemble sponsored by Shalom Ministries Music will
include a variety o f styles, religious and social comment, in support of
cMI rights for all (760-4215.) (2/17 )
Volunteers, Engllsh/Spanish translators, and A S L 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.
(Melissa 223-5907. ext 115 7(12/2)
C ascade A ID S P roject needs long-term volunteers to be
Pals for people living with symptomatic HIV disease and AIDS. Caring
people are needed who are committed to help In a nonjudgmental.
emphatic way Pals talk with clients about their feelings and provide
practical support such as light housekeeping, food preparation, trans­
portation and/or respite care Volunteers are asked to commit to one
year in the program CAP provides 32 hours o f training (held over two
weekends) and access to ongoing in-services and support groups for
updated information The next training will be held the last two week­
ends In September, so call soon. (Linda 223-5907. ext 115.)
The St Johns YW CA is part o f a homelessness prevention program
that is currently producing a Tenant's Handbook. A committee Is
seeking cartoonists, photographers and illustrators inter­
ested In submitting artwork for this book o r In working with the project
(Joanne Oleksiak 283-3775. voice: ‘3233, o r 223-6281, ext 3063 7
(11/3)
The U n iversity of O re g o n Q u e e r Film Festival is now accept
ing submissions for a Juried screening of qu eer film s and
videos to be included In the festival Categories include narrative/
drama, documentary and experimental Prizes range from $50 to $200
W orks must be 45 minutes or less and submitted on 1/2" video for
Judging Deadline is Nov. 1. (For entry forms Student Activities
Resource Office. EMU Suite 2. University o f Oregon. Eugene. OR
97403. o r call Debby Martin 346-43 75. o r fax 346-4400 7(11/1)
"New W orks 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 regard­
less of prior experience Groups, singers and musicians, as well as
Improv and comedy groups will be auditioned (Sendpress information,
synopsis, and audio o r video tape to Leigh Clark. PO Box 40044.
Portland. OR 9 7 2 4 0 )U 2 /2 )
Subm issions sought for an anthology of gay “first tim e"
stories Author Jack Hart is seeking true, first-person stories by men
describing their first consensual same-sex experience for his book M y
First Time, to be published In 1995 by Alyson Publications Deadline Is
Sept. 30. (For guidelines, send SASE to M y First Time Guidelines.
Alyson Publications. 40 Plympton St., Boston, MA 02118 )
L e s b ia n s O f f th e R e 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 o f 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/femme experiences with menopause (Send
submissions to Lee Lynch and Akia Woods, c /o New Victoria Publish­
ers. Box 27, Norwich. VT 05055.7(12/2)
Have you experienced violence In the w orkpiece because of
sexual orientation, race or gender? OSHA, the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration, In conjunction with the U S. Department of
Labor, is considering creating a new standard that deals with violence
In the workplace. It must be educated to include a provision regarding
hate crimes Information is needed about physical attacks, harass­
ment. etc , no matter when it happened or whether it was done by an
employer, co-worker or outsider (Contact Doug Young. 131 Hartford
S t . Suite C. San Francisco. C A 94114. 415-626-3137.) (12/16)
A local freelance photographer is interested in shooting photos for
a book about drag queens, cross dressers and transsexu­
als Ten percent of the profits from the sale of the finished work will go
to AIDS research (Michelle 253-5860before 9 pm. o r pager3 2 1 -4 736,
leave your number after the tone. 7(12/16)
Free poetry contest open to P ortland poets A $1.000 grand
prize is being offered in a contest sponsored by Hollywood's Famous
Poets Society Deadline is Sept. 1 (Send one poem. 21 lines or less,
to. Free Poetry Contest. 7095 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 730. Hollywood.
CA 90028 ) (9/1)
The Gay and Lesbian Task Force o f the American Library Association
has issued a call for nom inations for its 1994 G a y and Lesbian
Book A w a rd s Books nominated must have been published in 1994.
(Contact Ellen Greenblatt, Central Technical Services. Lockwood
Library Building. Box 602200. State University o f New York. Buffalo.
N Y 14260 2200. fax 716-645-5955 7(12/16)
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Lesbianas Latinas de Tu c so n presents ‘ Adelante con Nuestra
ViskJn." the first national leadership and self-empowerment confer­
ence for Latina lesbians The conference, co-sponsored by the Na­
tional Latino/a Lesbian and Gay Organization, seeks to foster leader­
ship and give a national voice to Latina lesbian communities. (Friday-
Sunday. Sept 16-18. contact Aileen Jacinta M cM urrer 602-884- 7810
or Carmen Ch&vez 202-544-0092 )
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Benefits A d vo c a c y C lin ic is held every Monday to assist HIV­
positive people with governmental benefits and housing forms. Spon­
sored by the Cascade AIDS Project and Multnomah County HIV Clinic.
( 1030am-noon. Cascade AIDS Project. Suite 3 0 0 .6 2 0 S W Fifth A v e )
Client service advocates can also assist HIV-positive people by
appointment (223-5907). (11/4)
Spiritual Renewal f o r Women* is an autumn equinox retreat
based on the newly published A Woman a Guide to Spiritual Renewal
The retreat will be led by authors Nelly Kaufer and Carol Osmer-
Newhouse Activities will include meditation, interactive dialogue and
exercises for guided introspection. (6 pm Friday. Sept 23 to noon
Sunday. Sept 25. Woman share. Grants Pass. O re . $75-$ 125. two
scholarships available. 503-862-2807 o r 510-547-0855 )
The B u d d y N e tw o rk is a nonprofit personal ad service for HIV­
positive people only. ( Send a SASE to PO Box 23251. San Diego. CA
92193 ) (11/4)
R a g in g H o r m o n a s , a n im p r o v c o m a d y
g ro u p , s ta rts its la s t ru n A u g . 1 9
The Cultural Forum at the University o f Oregon is seeking art for a
N o ve m b er D e ce m b e r exhibition In h o n o r of W o rld A ID S
Week Artists involved in the AIDS community, or those seeking to
help put a face and a feeling on this disease and to educate through art.
are encouraged to submit work Deadline is Oct. 7. early responses
given priority (Inquiries, slides, statements and SASE to Visual Arts
Coordinator. EMU Cultural Forum. Eugene. O R 97403-1228.346-4376.)
(11 /7 )
A rtw o rk sought! b y w o m e n , about w om e n and cancer
Th e M etropolitan Hum an Rights C om m ission is soliciting
applicants for sppointm ents to the com m ission Appoint­
Little Apple Productions o f Eugene is mounting an art show focusing on
women and cancer, to run in conjunction with Its production o f Jane
Chambers' play Last Summer at Blueflsh Cove The works will be hung
In the lobby o f the Lord Leebrick Theatre and will be on display through
the four weekends of November (W rite LAP. PO Box 5908. Eugene.
OR 97405. o r contact Luna Ray 334-3215. after Aug 25.7(11/30)
ments are made by Mayor Vera Katz and County Chairwoman Beverly
Stein for three-year terms, beginning in September The mission of the
15-member commission is to foster mutual understanding and respect.
The J o u r n a l o f A u s t r a lia n L e s b ia n F e m in is t S tu d ie s s a
forum for lesbian research and radical feminist ideas (JALFS. PO Box
364. Glebe 203 7 Australia. 7(12/16)
C om puterized A ID S M inistries N e tw o rk 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 W elfare M inis­
tries Program Department of the General Board of Global Ministries of
the United Methodist Church. A modem is required to access this
service (212-870-3953 o r 1-800-542-5921.7(11 /4 )
Com munitywide consumer group forming all people with HIV/
AIDS In the metropolitan area, including those in Clark County, are
encouraged to attend. (5-7 pm. fourth Fnday o f the month, Room 120.
State Office Building. 800NEOregonSt..232-1710or284-6807.)(1 1/4)
Esther's Pantry is a food bank for persons disabled due to AIDS (5-
7 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. office hours. 12-3 pm. Mondays and
Fridays. 12-5 pm. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Suite 123. 1101 N W H o yt
S t . 274-0711 7(11/4)
F o r the W om en is an 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
someone in the CAP speakers bureau. 223-5907.7(11/4)
Friends of People w ith A ID S Foundation is a nonprofit organi­
zation offering assistance to people with AIDS. (245-7428.7(11/4)
H IV D a y C en te r offers unique hospitality, information and a variety
of services to all persons with HIV/AIDS to help them cope intellectu­
ally. 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 'M a ss in the
Time of AIDS* with the Rev. Gary Mclnnis; Tuesday morning spiritual
issues dlscusslon/support group: Wednesday afternoon AA meeting;
Thursday morning stress management/support group. Additionally,
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. (2-8.30 pm Monday; 9 am-4 pm
Tuesday through Friday. 3835 S W Kelly St.. 223-3444 ) 0 1 /4 )
H IV 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 (7 pm Thursdays. 2005 SE 11th Ave.,
2 3 0 -9 2 7 0 )0 1 /4 )
Living w ith H IV is a safe place to share and gain support. W eekly
meetings sponsored by Phoenix Rising. (223-8299.7(11/4)
M inistry to People Living w ith H IV / A ID S seeks to provide for
the spiritual needs of families and individuals affected by the epidemic
through prayer, worship and educational experiences. (Milwaukie
Church o f Christ. 4790 SE Logus Road, call M Lee Burleson,
6 5 4 -6 7 7 0 )0 1 /4 )
M ultnom ah C oun ty H IV C linic gives anonymous HIV antibody
tests by appointment only (248-3775). County services also include an
HIV outreach program (248-5020). (11/4)
Th e N A M E S Project. Portland Chapter runs panelmaking w ork­
shops the first and third Monday o f every month at the HIV Day Center
Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also available. (6-8
pm. 3835 S W Kelly. 650-7032.7(2/17)
O rego n A ID S Hotline. a service of the Cascade AIDS Project,
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 7(11/4)
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The A rie s Project offers free group counseling by phone for men
concerned about AIDS and unprotected sex. Confidential, anonymous
groups o f men share their experiences. (1-800-999-7517.7 (11/4)
22-25 in Minneapolis (W rite to NLGJA. 8528 Bradford Road. Silver
Spring. M D 20901. o r call George Woolley 301-584-5545 )
Clackam as A ID S Relief Effort is a community-based organiza­
tion in Clackamas County Programs Include HIV prevention education
and support services for people with HIV/AIDS Currently, volunteers
are being recruited to provide clients with emotional support, transpor­
tation and assistance with light housekeeping (Call Dawn Martinez.
655-8471. ext 79467(11/4)
O u r House of Portlend is a nonprofit, 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
or drop by dunng business hours. 2727 SE Alder S t . 234-0175 ) 0 1/4)
A ID S Hotline ( I -800- 777-AIDS 7 (11/4)
Th e T h ird Annual National Conference of the National
Lasbian and C a y Jo u m a lls ta Association takes place Sept
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Green Heart P artners Is seeking perform ers and acts for its
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and dancing presented by Motherlode and the Northwest W omen's
Music Celebration (Friday-Sunday. Sept 9-11, YMCA Camp Collins,
east o f Gresham. Ore . $130 Includes food and lodging, registration
forms at It s M y Pleasure. Cup and Saucer, o r call 266-3148.)
The Multnomah County Health Department is currently conducting
paid, confidential in te rv ie w « of A frican Am e rica n gay and
bisexual men The surveys are informal and address frequency of
condom use. level of communication with sexual partners and methods
of obtaining Information Participants will receive a $15 gift certificate
to Fred Meyer (Jonathan 248-3030) (2/17)
that markets books to school libraries Being Different will collect first-
person essays describing what It is like to be young and lesbian, gay
or bisexual Deadline is Sept 30 (Contact Bhmner. 3175 Lincoln Ave .
San Diego. CA 92104-3032. phone and fax 6 1 9 2 8 3 8 4 12.7(9/30)
sought for Portland's popular arts festival. Volunteers work two- or
three-hour shifts and get Artquake T-shirts A variety of Jobs are
available. (Polly Waller 227-5719 )
"Find the M usic W ith in . ' a weekend of music workshops, singing
O ra l C a ra Project Dr. David Rosenstein of Russell St. Clinic is
conducting a study of the effects o f regular dental care on the health
of people with HIV All participants in this study will receive a teeth and
gum exam three times per year At each exam they will be paid $15
There will be a bonus of $25 at the final exam Participants will also
receive dental cleanings every two months and a special mouth rinse
to use daily To be eligible you must be HIV positive, have a CD 4 count
of 100-500. be 20-45 years of age. and have at least 20 teeth (Melody
Scheer 494 6824 7(12/16)
Larry Dane Brlmner is seeking contributions from lesbian and gay
teens for a book to be published by Franklin W atts. Inc., a publisher
G et a peek behind the A rtqua ke curtain: volunteers are being
The G re a ter N o rth w e st International Rodeo 1994. held In
Seattle. Wash., will include bull and bronco riding, team roping, calf
roping, barrel racing, and chute dogging It's traditional rodeo with a
queer twist! (Friday-Sunday. Sept 9-11. King County Fairgrounds. $25
advance for a three-day ticket Icheck o r money order to Northwest
Gay Rodeo Assoc . 1202 E Pike S t . Suite 759. Seattle. WA981221;
$12 single-day ticket. 206-233-8931 )
The theme for this year's La vender W aves recovery retreat ia
‘ Turning It O ver.* Recovery-related workshops, open 12-step meet­
ings. speakers, a dance, and a talent show are all part of the festivities
(Thursday-Sunday. Oct 6-9. Camp Westwlnd. north o f Lincoln City.
Ore . four days $ 120. three days $ 100. discount for early registration,
contact Lavender Waves. PO Box44 Seal Rock. OR 97376.563-3643 )
T h e G e y e n d L e s b ia n Q u a r t e r ly is a newsletter containing
highlights of recent psychological and medical research on sexual
minorities (For a free sample contact Christopher J Alexander. Ph D ,
459 Boulevard Way. Oakland. CA 94610. 510 869-4544 ) 0 2 /1 0 )
Cascade A ID S Project provides counseling, support groups, advo­
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 Fridays
of the month. On the first Friday the Plus Club will meet at Hobo's Lounge
(5-8 pm. 120NW Third Ave ) On the third Friday, the group will meet at
Esspress It coffee house (5-8pm. Second floor. 1026SW Stark) The safer
sex workshop Speaking of Sex... 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(69.30pm . offices)
CAP has started a Drop-In H IV Testing Program for gay and bisexual
men which offers confidential and anonymous testing (6-8 pm. every
Tuesday, offices) (CAP offices. Suite 300, 620 SW Fifth Ave . 223-
5907.) (11/4)
C A P S u p p o rt G ro u p P rogram hosts a Tuesday afternoon and
Monday evening Family and Friends group: and Friday afternoon and
evening Gay and Bisexual M en's Symptomatic and Asymptomatic
groups New groups are continually forming, based on interest Poten­
tial topics include: W om en's Symptomatic and Asymptomatic groups.
HlV-Posltlve Caregivers group, and a Heterosexual Couples group If
you are interested 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 sup p o rt gro u p for people who have
experienced any type of loss due to HIV/AIDS is being offered weekly
( 7-9 pm. Thursdays, offices) A drop-in group for HfV-negxtlve gey
and bieexual 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 (7-9 pm. offices, call Graham for details) (CAP
offices. Suite 300. 620 S W Fifth A ve . 22 3 -5 9 0 7 7(11/4)
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 Link J O 1/4)
Positive Piece is a weekly gathering of HIV-positive youth and their
friends. A safe place to talk about IMng with HIV. Free pizza! (6-7:30
pm Thursdays. Outside In. 1236 S W Salmon. 223-4121 o r CAP
223-59077(11/4)
Project Quest, a nonprofit HIV and AIDS self-empowerment program,
offers workshops in basic and advanced guided imagery, therapeutic
touch, and otherimmune function enhancement programs. Project Quest's
organic gardening project is looking for individuals to help with an
organic garden (Call to receive schedule and preregister for workshops.or
to donate time, tools, etc.. 241-6448 7(11/4)
Shalom M inistries, a United Methodist outreach to the gay and
lesbian community, sponsors an H IV / A ID S sup p ort g ro u p the
second and fourth Tuesdays of every month (7.30 pm. United M eth­
odist Church. 5145 SE Lincoln S t . 760-42 75.7(11/4)
T o d 's C o m e r provides free clothing for people with AIDS A service
of the Friends of People with AIDS Foundation. (245- 7428.7(11 /4 )
T rin ity Episcopal C h u rch Invites all who are affected by or
concerned about HIV/AIDS to attend a monthly Healing S e rvice
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 . 222-987 7.7 (11/4)
C entral O rego n
Central O rego n A ID S S u p p ort Te a m 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 9184. Bend.
OR 97708. 389-4330 ) (11/4)
Coastal O rego n
C latsop C oun ty A ID S 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. OR
97103. or call 338-7501.7(11/4)
Coastal A ID S N etw ork is a group o f HIV-positive and HIV­
negative people who meet twice a month for support. (Tillamook.
842-4375. Lincoln City. 997-4694 7(11/4)
Meditation and C hat w ith Ishvara, Enlightened Master, at
Shambhala Ishvara s philosophy includes everyone, and the gay.
lesbian and bisexual community is invited and welcomed. (10 am
Sundays. 7 pm Wednesdays. 2 1 5 4 B N W M ast Place. Lincoln City.
503 994-2488 7 (11/4)