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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 21, 1994)
22 ▼ o c to b «r 21. 1004 ▼ just out out about town N e w W o m e n 's W ritin g C r o u p meets to exchange constructive feedback on members fiction and poetry. (4 6 pm. every Sunday. Thud World Coffee. 732 3188 ) (2/17) W o m e n W rite rs ' G r o u p self assignment, check in. feedback For dedicated women over 40 (223 0 7 6 1 ) (4/7) B e tty D u r h a m 's c o m p u te r-b a s e d p a in tin g s will be exhibited at S e x a n d L o v e A d d ic ts A n o n y m o u s You are not alone A 12- the University of Oregon. Portland Center Her creative process consists of combining digital dots made by a computer with the traditional artistic medium of paint and canvas Through Jan 4 (9 am- step group for those struggling with sexual and/or emotional depen dency (6 pm Wednesdays and Sundays. P O Box 6736. Portland. 97228. 650- 7009 7(11/4) 5 pm Monday-Friday. 722 S W Second A v e ) T r ia n g le P ro je c t is gay-specific individual and group counseling for The V ita G a lle ry presents a show entitled 'W it h a D iffe re n t L e n s .' featuring the work of four women photographers Mary Tapogna. Julia Kasman. Sara Erhardt and GabrielleAckerman Through N o v 26 (Noon-6 pm Wednesday-Saturday. 314 S W Ninth Ave . No alcohol and drug problems, available through A S A P Treatment S e r vices Inc Sliding-scale treatment is offered regardless of ability to pay W hen calling the intake coordinator please specify Triangle Project. (2130 S W Fifth Ave . 224-00759(1 1/4) 14) tial assistance Call 1 -800-621 -1646 from elsewhere in Oregon S e r vice of the O regon Council on Alcoholism and Drug Addiction (11/4) . — I I I 1, « .1 The A n ti-V io le n c e L in e at 7 0 6 -1 7 0 3 helps compile statistics on hate crimes and gives victims a chance to talk to someone sympa thetic O u ts id e of P o rtla n d , ce ll 1 -8 0 0 -7 0 6 -1 7 0 3 A service of the Lesbian Community Project (11/4) Bettered Lesbien S u p p o rt G ro u p is a confidential group for lesbians and bisexual women who have been physically, sexually or emotionally battered m their relationships with women ( Womanspace. Eugene. 485- 6513. ask for Chell or Verna. outside of Eugene. 1 -800-281 ■2800 ) (11 /4) B e tte re d Le sb ie n O u tre e c h a n d C o m m u n ity S u p p o rt offers a confidential, weekly, support group in Washingon County, as well as one-on-one support, referrals, and advocacy Open to women escap ing domestic violence by a woman partner Lesbian facilitator Child care provided (Jane 503-948-7579 9 (3/3) Call the B ia s C rim e U n it of the Portland Police at 8 2 3 -0 4 3 4 If you feel you have been a victim of any type of bias crime in Portland Shirley Zahler and Frank Jolly are the bias crime detectives If you are in immediate danger, call 0 -1 -1 . (11/4) ■" m i ■■ ■ ■ I ■■ 11 r. I ■ A m p le O p p o rtu n itie s organizes many activities for large women (245-15249(1 1/4) B o u n d le s s S p irits : a performance-oriented choral group of N e w Thought persuasion seeks experienced, like-minded singers and In strumentalists Partnership in group vision includes Tuesday evening rehearsals, independent rehearsals, and several evening or weekend performances each month (Rehearsals at Unity Church of Beaverton. Bob 2 3 1 -5 1 3 5 ) (4/17) B r i d g e s is Por t l and' s lesbian and g a y choral e n s e mb l e (2 4 2 -1675.)(1\ /4) P o rtla n d G a y M a n 's C h o ru s meets most Monday evenings, Septem ber through Ju ne (P O Box 3223. Portland. O R 97208, 284 53869 ( 11/4) P o rtla n d L e s b ia n C h o ir always needs nonsinging friends to assist in productions (P O Box 8212. Portland. 97207. 241 89949 ( 11/4) R o sa C it y G a y Fre e d o m B a n d is a concert band open to lesbians, gay men and supportive friends. Bring your instrument and a music C h a p s is an organization devoted to teaching men new to the leather community the tenets of safe, sane and consenual S/M. Learn the how-tos from more experienced players (Send name, address and a brief statement of interest to: Chaps. P 0 Box 5161. Portland. OR 972089(11/4) D y k e s w ith T y k e s is an informal social networking group for lesbians with preschoolers and children in primary grades. (246-85559(1 1/4) Le sb ia n S u p p o rt G ro u p fo r w o m e n S O a nd o v e r meets the third Saturday of every month (7-10 pm. 236-8963. or 331-04159 (11/4) Lax T a lk A b o u t S e x Is a new group where lesbians and bisexual women can freely exchange ideas, knowledge and feelings about same-sex romance, dating, sex and more. Th e Intention is to have fun with these topics (771 03489(4/7) safe homes. They are currently looking for compassionate and caring people who are willing to open their homes to women and children fleeing domestic violence, to be used when the C W S emergency shelter is full (Mary Ann 654-28079(1 1/4) M e tro C lu b is a social group for gay men 40 and over and those who appreciate them Potlucks monthly on the fourth Sunday (5983442 ) (4/7) The D o m e s tic V io le n c e R e s o u rc e C e n te r provides a 24-hour crisis line as well as shelter at a confidential location for all women and children escaping domestic violence (640-1171.) (3/3) N o rth P o rtla n d D y k e s support and social group. (Write P O Box 83892. Portland. O R 97283 08929(11/4) O re g o n G u ild A c tiv is ts of S / M includes people of all sexual orientations. Activities include dungeon parties, educational w ork shops. demonstrations and fantasy and erotica shows (P O B o x 5702. Portland. O R 972089(1 1/4) A D o m e s tic V io le n c e S u p p o rt G ro u p fo r L e s b ia n s meets at the Y W C A of Clark C ounty O pen to lesbians from the Vancouver and Portland metro areas, the group meets each Thursday, providing support and resource referral on a drop-in basis There Is no charge for the group or for the on-site child care provided (6 30-8 3 0 pm. 1115 Esther St., Vancouver. Wash , 206-696-0167 ) ( 11/4) O u t L o u d M e n 's R e a d in g C ir c le reads aloud from literature, poetry, spirituality, politics and so on, in a home setting (Bob. P O B o x 2126. Portland. O R 97208 7(11/4) A G a y b a s h in g h o tlin e has been set up by the Department of Justice Call 1 -8 0 0 -3 4 7 -H A T E If you have witnessed or been the victim of homophobic violence (11/4) P o rtla n d W o m e n 's C ris is Lin e. 2 3 9 -5 3 3 3 . is available 24 hours a day for wom en dealing with rape issues who need crisis counseling, information and referrals, and for victims of rape, sexual assault, domestic violence, child sexual abuse, incest and sexual harassment P W C L also provides transportation for victims from a dangerous situation to a safe place (11/4) gay and lesbian medical, social and mental health workers that meets monthly (T e d 232 - 1655 7(11/4) G e n tle G ia n ts of O re g o n is a social club for fat gay men and their admirers (W rite Jim. c/o Gentle Giants of Oregon. P O Box 412. Wilsonville. O R 970709 (11 /4) C la c k a m a s W o m e n 's S e rv ic e s provides emergency shelter and Prevent child abuse Call the P a re n t Hotline. 2 3 8 -8 8 1 0 . for support in a crisis or to get advice on reporting possible child abuse (11/4) C a s c a d e G u ild H e a lth C a r * C h a p te r is a networking group for 727 E Burnside S t . $2. 236-69009(4/7) questions about breast cancer and gives out materials on self-exams. (1 8 0 0 462 9 2 7 3 )0 1/4) (P O Box 20716. Indianapolis. IN C a s c a d e B e a rs is looking for new members (Suite 125. 625 S W 10th Ave . Portland. O R 97205-2788. Bear Line 323-60719(11/4) community every Sunday D J Mel spins the discs and presents live entertainment. D on't be left out! (9 pm-midnight. East Avenue Tavern. N in e ty -tw o p e rc e n t of e a rly b re a s t c a n c e rs a re c u ra b le C a n c e r H e lp lin e gives information on free mammograms for lim ited-income women ( 1-800-227-2345.) K o m e n H e lp lin e answers Y o u t h . 1 -8 0 0 -3 4 7 -T E E N 46220 (11/4) B a d G iris Portland's newest wom en's S /M group is available to all women interested in exploring the deeper part of their psyches All levels of experience welcome A social and educational group (Bad Girls, c/o NLA. P O Box 5161. Portland. O R 972089(1 1/4) E a s ts!d a O u t is a woman’s night of entertainment, dancing and T h e B ra d le y -A n g le H o u s e provides a weekly, confidential B e t te re d Le sb ia n S u p p o rt G ro u p with lesbian facilitators Child care provided Donations accepted (Sandi Clark. Transition Program coor dinator. 232 1528 or 232 7805 ) (11/4) There is a new N a tio n a l S u ic id e H o tlin e fo r S e x u a l M in o rity P o rtla n d A re a B u s in e s s A s s o c ia tio n is a group for lesbians, gay S a ra h L u c h t as B a a tric a in M u c h A d o A b o u t N o th in g aft T y g ra 's Haarft, through N o v. 6. men and friends in business, encouraging networking among commu nity business professionals and creating awareness in the general public Luncheons with guest speakers are held the second Monday of each month. (11 30 am-1 30 pm, lowerlevel. Portland Marriott Hotel. 1401 S W Front A v e . 223-2984 for reservations .7(11/4) stand, if you have one. (Mailing address. P O Box 1082. Portland. O R 97207. information line. 790-2170 ) (2/17) P o rtla n d P o w e r a n d T ru s t, a wom en's S /M social group, is open for novice to experienced players (P O Box 3781, Portland. O R 972089(11/4) D o n ' t play an instrument or sing, but still want to join In the fun? Becom e a part of the Rose C ity G a y Freedom Band's p e rfo rm a n c e fla g c o rp s (Samantha Conn 222 9843 ) (2/17) Q -K r e w is a social actMty group for gay. lesbian and bisexual youth (under 21) that meets Saturdays at Harry's Mother. (2-4 pm, 223-82999(11/4) S a lo n G ro u p (formerly W om en in Academia Salon) is a tea and discussion group Stimulating and varied topics Everyone is welcome (3 -5 pm. 224-05379(3/1 7) T h e U r b a n L e a g u e of P o rtla n d 's Y o u th a n d F a m ily S e rv ic e C e n t e r is working with the Portland Police Bureau. Albina Ministerial Alliance, the Dougy Center and other agencies to reduce the incidence of violence In the Portland metropolitan area The "circle of violence" affects everyone for days, weeks, months and years Through these collective efforts, our communities can stop the circle ( 24-hour information line 335-0074. or 280 2 6 0 0 ) (11/4) T r a v e l L a m b d a C o n n e c tio n s C lu b offers gay men over 40 the opportunity to travel with low-cost accommodations Members stay In private homes of other gay men Be a host- or non-host member and have a "home-away from-home" experience (T L C Club. P O Box 86492. Portland O R 97286. 598-34429(4/7) ' S to n e , S te a l e n d T i m a " is an exhibition of new works by David Eckard showing at B r a d 's H o u a a of C o m f o rt Through O ct 30 (TO A g o ra p h o b ic S u p p o rt G r o u p f o r G a y s a n d L e sb ia n s meets weekly Geared toward gay men and lesbians whose anxiety and fear control their lives (T o d d 234-8963 7(11/4) U n c ir c u m cise d S o c ie ty of A m e ric a N o rth w e s t C h a p te r is a social group dedicated to the interests of uncircumcised men and their admirers (P O Box 33190, Portland. O R 972339(11/4) Th e Center for Rational Thought/Atheist Com m unity Center sponsors a R a tio n a l R e c o v e ry g r o u p for those interested In a substance- abuse recovery program which emphasizes personal responsibility outside of the higher' power 12-step programs (7:30 pm Thursdays. 415 S W 13th A v e . 241 92687( 11/4) V O I C E S (Voices of Individual and Community Empowerment from am 6 pm Wednesday-Saturday. noon-3 pm Sunday. 530 N W 12th A v e . 226 1259 ) C o -D e p e n d e n ts A n o n y m o u s fo r G a y M e n a n d L e s b ia n s meets weekly (7-8 30 pm Sundays. Live and Let Live Club. 2802 S E Ankeny S t . 2 3 1 3 7609(2/17) In H e r Im a g e G a lle ry presents a 3 0 -y e a r re tro s p e c tiv e o f p rin t* b y B e tty L a D u k e Through O ct 30. (10 am-6 pm Wednes day Sunday. 3208 S E Hawthorne Btvd 2 3 1 3 726 ) G a y m e n 's adult ch ild re n of alcoholics group (7 30-9 pm Tuesdays. Live and Let Live Club. 2802 SE Ankeny St .. 231 -3760 7(2/17) 'T h e K id * B r id g e ' is a hands-on interactive exhibition for children and their families, which explores issues of identity, ethnicity and racism to promote mutual respect in a multicultural society Activities include hopscotch from China. Ethiopia and Italy Sponsored by the Oregon History Center Through O ct 30 (10 am-5 pm Tuesday Saturday, noon-5 pm Sunday. 1200 S W Park Ave .$ 4 5 0 adults. $1 50 students. 222 1741.) 'P a s s io n a te V is io n * of th e S o u th : S e lf -T a u g h t A rtis ts fro m 1 0 4 0 to th e P r e s e n t " is an exhibition recognizing the creative genius of 80 self taught artists from the southern United States At the Portland Art Museum through O ctober (11 am-5 pm Tuesday-Satur day. 1 5 pm Sunday. 1219 S W Park Ave . $4 5 0 adults. $3 50 seniors. $2 50 students. 2 2 5 2 8 1 1.) Also at the Portland Art Museum, "M a s te r D ra w in g s fro m th e S ta n fo rd U n iv e rs ity M u s e u m of A r t * 100 drawings selected to show the strength and diversity of the Stanford collection Through N o v 6 O f am-5 pm Tuesday Saturday. 1-5 pm Sunday. 1219 S W Park Ave $4 50 adults $3 50 seniors. $2 50 students. 226-28119 F irs t C o n g re g a tio n a l C h u rc h of the United Church of Christ is an open and affirming congregation that welcomes all people, regardless of sexual orientation Wheelchair accessible Child care available ( W o rs h ip 10:30 am Sundays. 1 126 S W Park Ave . 228-72199(11/4) F irs t U n ita ria n C h u rc h o f P o rtla n d welcomes lesbians, gay men and bisexuals (Services 8 30. 10. and 11 30 am Sundays. 1011 S W 12th Ave . Bill 2382830 7(11/4) am Sunday worship. 1838 S W Jefferson. 228-31959(2/17) I, T h e A n ti-S e m itis m H o tlin e , 2 9 3 -0 3 3 0 takes messages from victims of anti-Semitic incidents All calls will be returned within 48 hours Organized by the American Jewish Com m ittee (11/4) Stephen s Episcopal Church. Southwest Thirteenth Avenue and Clay Street, mailing address. P O Box 6708. Portland. O R 97228-6708. 295-48689(1 1/4) F irs t U n ite d M o th o d is t C h u r c h is a reconciling congregation where you are invited to worship and serve G o d In every aspect of church activity Off-street parking, wheelchair accessible Nursery and Sunday School Pastor Ross Miller. W e nd y Woodworth, assoc (10 30 USIC A lc o h o l a n d D r u g H e lp L in s (232-8083 in Portland) and Y o u th L i n o (233- I t 13 In Portland) give free, unbiased and confiden ter. "The Rose C ity " (Mass 7 30 pm Saturdays. St G a y m e n 's n o n s m o k in g A A g r o u p Emphasis on recovery (10 am Sundays, sixth floor. Good Samaritan Hospital. 1015 N W 22nd Ave 7(11/4) L a v e n d e r L e s b ia n N A m e e tin g with child care available. (7 pm Mondays. 12 Step Haven. Small Group Room. 4160 S E Division the Streets) Is a rap group for queer youth Meets weekly Free pizza Sponsored by Phoenix Rising (Phoenix Rising 223-8299 or Outside In 223-4121 .7(11/4) is G a y a n d L a sb ia n B u d d is ts of O r e g o n a new group forming to study and practice the Tibetan Buddist teachings of S Rlnpoche in a supportive atmosphere All welcome! (930-13829(1 1/4) T h e G o d C o n n e c tio n C e n te r f o r N e w T h o u g h t C h ris tia n ity holds a M id-W eek Spiritual Pick-M e-U p. a light and informal service focusing on Interfaith scriptural wisdom. (7:30-8:30pm, Project Link age House. 2200 N E 24th Ave 7 Rev C a se y Chaney and Rev Berdell Moffett, senior ministers (Worship 10 am Sundays. 643-75919(3/17) H e a rt in H a n d : P e o p le A ffe c te d b y A I D S in P ra y e r, gathers once a week for an hour of shared prayer. Guided by the tradition of St. Francis of Assisi (7 30-8 30pm Thursdays. Franciscan House. 827N E Alberta St.. David Reinders. 287-92239(1 1/4) In te g rity is a gay and lesbian ministry in the Anglican Communion. (Mass and potluck 7 pm. second Fridays. St. David's Episcopal Church. 2800 S E Harrison S t . 774-10649(11/4) J o u r n e y C a th o lic C o m m u n ity Searching? S o are w e Mass with the Rev Gary Mclnnis (6 pm Sundays. Southwest 13th Avenue and Clay Street. 2 4 8 0 3 3 9 9 (1 1/4) La ke O s w e g o U n ite d C h u r c h o f C h ris t, an open and affirming congregation, invites and encourages into its life and ministry all people, regardless of sexual orientation. (Worship 10.30 am Sundays. 111 S W Country Club Rd.. 635-43489(1 1/4) L u th e ra n s C o n c e m e d / N o rth A m e ric a , is a pan-Lutheran asso ciation of lesbians and gay men. (227-5431 .7(11/4) M a s s in T im * of A I D S is held every Monday and provides spiritual assistance for those living with A ID S . (6 pm. 3835 S W Kelly St., the Rev G a y Mclnnis. 223-34449(11/4) M e d ita tio n G ro u p fo r W o m e n is a Saturday noon group for meditators or would-be meditators who like to sit together in silence (Judy 287-15399 (11/4) M e ta n o ia P e a c e C o m m u n ity is a Reconciling Congregation of the United Methodist Church that welcomes lesbians and gay men in its life and ministry. (Activity schedule. 284-7996 . Co-pastors Joyce McManus. 284-3426and John Schwiebert. 281-36979(1 1/4) M e ta p h y s ic a l S t u d y G r o u p Is there interest in the gay and lesbian community in studying such works as A Course in Miracles and other writings that liberate the spirit and free the soul? Contact the Rev. Ron Powell with questions and suggestions. (Rainbow of Truth. P O Box 6747. Portland O R 97228. 621-2246 ) (2/17) M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u r c h o f th e G e n tle S h e p h e rd seeks to eliminate boundaries which separate us and to com e together in Christian unity. Services open to all people. Teresa L. Nunn, pastor. (6 pm Sundays. 4505 S E 18th St.. Vancouver . P O Box 5094. Vancouver. W A 98668. 2 0 8 2 5 3 -8 4 0 1 9 (1 1/4) M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u r c h o f P o rtla n d is an ecumeni cal Christian church open to all people Pastor A. Austin Amerine (Worship 10 am Sundays: office hours 11 am-5 pm Monday-Thursday. 1644 NE24th A v e . 281 8 8 6 8 9 (1 1/4) M ilw a u k i* U n ite d C h u r c h of C h r is t is a congregation that is open and affirming, and welcomes all people regardless of sexual orientation. (Worship 10:30 am Sundays. 4790 S E Logus Road. Milwaukle. 654-67709(11/4) P e o p le of Fa ith A g a in s t B ig o try is an interfaith group united to oppose hatred, fear and intolerance, especially In the political arena. (Dan 230-94309(11/4) P o s itiv e P r e se n c e is a gay. lesbian and bisexual spiritual discuss'on group that meets the first and third Sunday of every month for potluck, prayer, meditation and discussions of various spiritual issues. Topic: " H o w has th e d iv in e c o n n e c te d w ith y o u ? " (Sunday. N o v 6) N o o n 13 P r a y e r V ig il will be 24 hours of prayer, meditation and positive visualization (8 pm Monday- Tuesday. Nov. 7-8, Unity Church of Portland. 4525 S E Stark St., to help contact Rev Grace Young 977-3876: information: 860-27989 Varying forms of spiritual expres sion welcome and encouraged. (5 pm potluck. Loyola Retreat Center. 3220 S E 43rd. 860-2798 ) (2/17) P o tte r's H o u s e is an evangelical and charismatic Christian church open to everyone, with special emphasis on meeting the needs of the community. Bill Roberts, pastor. (Services 9:30 am Sundays: 7:30pm Wednesdays. 3830 S E 62nd A v e . 7785024 7(11/4) fl* «fl«a l Fa e rie * co-create their spirituality with nature, subvert uniformity and practice the politics of play (2380826 .7 PIRITUALITy " ■; ^ > % - ■ > A Y e a r a n d a D a y a gay and bisexual men's study group focusing on S f 7(11/4) the pagan traditions and magickal 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 774-84339(1 1/4) L iv e a n d L e t L iv e C lu b offers lesbian and gay 12-Step programs Call for calendar and meeting times (2802 S E Ankeny St.. 231- 3760 7(2/177 St Philip Neri's Paulist Center sponsors C a th o lic G a y a n d L e s bia n O u tre a c h with Mass, followed by socializing (7 3 0 pm Fridays 2408 S E 16th Ave . 231 4955 7 (11/4) M a d w o m y n is a nonpolitical peer-support group for lesbians and bisexual women with mental and emotional health issues Meets second and fourth W ednesdays in Vancouver. W ash (All calls are returned. 206 750-4707 7(11/4) G o n g reflation N e v e h S h a lo m (conservative) sponsors gay and lesbian outreach Meetings. services and other events are held monthly (Sheri Cordova 246 88319(1 1/4) N e w B e g in n in g Sex A d d ic ts A n o n y m o u s group meets Tuesdays at the HIV Day Center (7 8 30pm. 3835S W Kelly S t . 223 3444 M l 1/4) F rie n d s fo r Le sb ia n a n d G a y C o n c e rn s Q u a k e r S p iritu a l S u p p o rt G ro u p Monthly potlucks on third Sundays (Call for details. Bob 777 2623. or Mary 282-4961 7(11/4) D ig n ity / P o rtla n d the natx>nal organization of gay and lesbian Catholics, welcomes all to come to weekly Mass Dignity believes that gay men and lesbians can express their sexuality in a manner that is consonant with Christ 's teaching Dignity/Portland sponsors an annual spiritual retreat at the Oregon coast and publishes a monthly newslet R e a ch O u t is a support group for gay and lesbian former Jehovah's Witnesses and M orm ons (P O Box 1173. Clackamas. O R 97015. 657-06209(11/4) T h e S a c re d B a n d is a spiritual brotherhood (xoviding fellowship and support to gay and pagan men (P O Box 13072. Portland. O R 972139(11/4) S O A K in s h ip is a monthly support and fellowship group for lesbian and gay Seventh-Day Adventists (P O Box 33104. Portland. O R 97233. 244 0 2 8 6 9 (1 1/4) S h a lo m M in is trie s is open to all gay- and lesbian-friendly persons Vocal ensemble (6 30pm Wednesdays) W orship (7 4 5 pm Wednes days) Also Com ing O vt. Grief and Reconciling Religion and H om o sexuality g r ou ps and counsel i ng. U n ite d M e t h o d i s t past or s (760-42159(11/4) S is te rS p irit is women sharing spirituality All women welcome M ost events wheelchair accessible (P O Box 9246. Portland. O R 97207. 294-06459(11/4) S t. M a rk P re s b y te ria n C h u rc h welcomes you! Join us for worship (10 am Sundays, call for location. 244-81779(11/4)
