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2 2 ▼ Ja n u a ry O, I M S ▼ Just o u t out about town OW TO CONTACT US O u t A b o u t T o w n >s a free community service o ’ Ju s t o u t 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 | m t o u t prints a full groups listing in the second issue of the month, the deadline for that issue is the Thursday before the first Friday of the month In the first issue that comes out each month, Ju s t o u t will list only immediate care organizations The deadline for that issue is the Thursday before the third Friday of the month These deadlines apply to the calendar also A n n o u n c e m e n t * are subject to editing, and inclusion is subject to space limitations, relevance and r e c e ip t b y d e a d lin e Submissions cannot be accepted over the phone Please type your announcement S e n d s u b m is s io n * to J u s t o u t calendar. PO Box 14400. Portland, O R 97214-0400. or fax to 236-1257. Items m O u t A b o u t T o w n run for six months If you wish to continue to run your group's Information, please submit an updated announce ment A N N O U N C EM EN TS O n e W ith H e a r t announces A e r o b i c B o x in g f o r M e n a n d W o m e n — physical fitness with purpose Non-contact. Taught by Lara Seeburg H 3 /1 5 ) (6 30- 7 30 pm. Mondays and Wednesdays) (4231 SE Hawthorne B tvd. $225. 231-1999 It's M y P le a s u re presents workshops to the community, designed to educate and inspire (4526 SE Hawthorne Btvd. 236 0505. ) (6/16) W in te rfe e t '9 3 G a y S k i G a m e s in Park City. Utah, will feature on- hill. après-ski. and nighttime events for men and women, including the annual S no Ball (Jan 14-21. 1 000 G AY-TRIP) S o u th w e s t W a s h in g to n H e a lth D is tric t is re c ru itin g v o lu n te e rs to participate in its Companion C are program assisting H IV positive clients Volunteers provide at least four hours per week of emotional and/or practical support Individuals or groups welcome (Contact Becky Bityeu, Volunteer Coordinator 206-695-9215, ext 3151 7(4/19) N o rth w e s t R a d ic a l F a e rie s ce le b ra te s its A n n u a l W in te r G a th e rin g at Breitenbush Hot Springs, southeast of Portland in the Oregon Cascades. Faeries will gather for five days, sharing stories, rituals, fantasies, wisdom, healing and love amid the spectacular surroundings Facilities include hot springs, hot tubs, sauna and sweat lodge (Thursday-Monday. Feb 16-20. tonegister. w rite BBW 95. 114 NE22ndAve . Portland. OR97232-3104. e-mail RavndVill&aolcom; or call 735 4 7 5 8 )( 2/3) Lesbians of diverse backgrounds are being sought to contribute to an a n th o lo g y o f n o n fic tio n e ss a y s about personal experiences with health and health-related issues This anthology is intended to provide a healing catharsis for wom en in pain and to be a source of comfort and strength for wom en struggling to survive in the health care system. Deadline is April 30, 1995 The cast of Triangle Production's Jeffrey, which runs through Feb. 4 at Portland Rep. Stage II. From left: Aaron Baas, Tim Delaney, Sarah Lucht, Michael Menger, and Rob Buckmaster. V o lu n te e rs a re n e e d e d to help organize and produce Portland's 20th In te rn a tio n a l W o m e n 's D a y celebration, to be held Sunday. March 12. at M ontgomery Park. Shalom Portland A Newcomer s Guide to Portland. Oregon 's Jewish Past and Present (Free. 245-6219 ) T h e Z o n e is an on-line computer bulletin board for lesbian, gay and bisexual teens Based in Los Angeles, the free service operates 24 hours a day (4/7) (213-731 0390 ) Irvington residents are invited to join the I r v in g t o n L e s b ia n A s s o c i a t io n (4/21) (281 6781 ) G ay and A G a y a n d L e s b ia n R o d e o A s s o c ia t io n is forming for the state of O regon Those interested are invited to join (5/5) (284 6876.) The Multnomah C ounty Health Department is currently conducting paid, confidential in t e r v ie w s o f A f r ic a n A m e r ic a n g a y a n d b is e a u a l m e n 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 2/1 7) (Jonathan 248-3030 ) ( L e s b ia n w a n n a b e w r i t e r s join a group formed to explore and develop interest and skill in various types of writing— poetry, prose, nonfiction An interest in writing is all that is required (3/17) (M arty 297-3480 ) S in g e rs a n d in s tru m e n ta lis ts are invited to sing and/or accom pany a vocal ensemble sponsored by Shalom Ministries Music will include a variety of styles, religious arid social comment, in support of cM l rights for all (2/17) (760 4215 ) P ro je c t Q u e s t w ill p re s e n t a n a tio n a l c o n fe re n c e called Living Fully, for those whose lives have been touched by HIV and A ID S . The conference will be held at Breitenbush Hot Springs A healing retreat; a time for learning, play, tears, inspiration and joy (Thursday- Tuesday. April 20-25. registration: $249 prior to Feb 1. $269 after Feb 1. 241 1635. 7(4/7) Q u e e rs R U s is putting together a n a n th o lo g y o f all ra d ic a l, q u e e r, a n tl-a s s im ila tio n is t m a te ria l that deserves more than a local audience Send in your broadsides, zlnework, newsletter pieces, articles, demo fliers, transitory agitprop (wheatpasting posters, stick ers. spray paint documentation), etc . along with some info: why you did it. what you did with It. responses N ew material welcome Deadline May 1, 1995 — (Send material—multiple copies if possible or inquiries to D Gould. 4646 N Winchester Ave . Suite 2. Chicago. IL 60640. e- mail to E Rand erandObates edu ) (4/21) L a b y rin th , a fine arts journal by and for women, is now a c c e p ting n o n fic tio n a n d p ro s a . p o e try a n d vis u a l a rt expressing views on sexual orientation, political issues, spirituality, children, aging, feminism, erotica, body image. survMng abuse, the beauty myth, the creative process, and racial-ethnic-cuftural issues (W rite and enclose SASE Labyrinth. Women s Center. Viking Union. 211 Western Wash ington University. Bellingham. WA 98225. 206-650-6114 ) S a t o rf an enfry level men's chorus dedicated to peace through music, la h o ld in g a n o p e n re g is tra tio n Interested singers are invited to attend a rehearsal, at the end of which there will be a brief group audition N o formal vocal training or solo audition Is required. (7 pm Wednesday. Jen 11. Jackson Middle School. 10625 S W 35th Ave . dots $20‘p4r month.'state-si!h6laFsh0a; 7? f 0262) d /&' (248-3775) and H IV Clinical Services fo r HIV infected persons. (248-5020) (5/19) F rie n d s of P e o p le w ith A I D S Fo u nda tio n is a nonprofit organi T h e N A M E S P ro je c t Portland Chapter runs panel-making work T h e L e s b ia n A v e n g e rs — a direct-action group focused on issues zation offering assistance to people with AID S . of survival and visibility of lesbians, bi-women and trans-dykes— announces a change In its meeting location All women welcome! H IV D a y C e n te r offers hospitality, information and a variety of shops the first and third Monday of every month at the HIV Day Center. Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also available. (2/17) (8 pm. ñrst and third Tuesdays. Rexall Rose Cafe. 2403 NE Alberta. 452-5408 ) (6/16) (245-7428 ) (5/19) services to all persons with HIV/AIDS to help them cope intellectually, emotionally, spiritually and socially with the virus Dinner is offered on Monday; lunches Monday through Friday Specialized ser vices include; D a ily B re a d E x p re s s for the housebound; Monday evening support group/relaxation techniques. L a za ru s C o m m u n ity , with the Ftev G ary Mclnnis, soul care for those with HIV and A ID S Tuesday morning spiritual issues discussion/support group; Wednesday afternoon A A meeting; Thursday morning stress manage- ment/support group Additionally, the Day Center offers ‘ Friday Flicks. " Tuesday Y M C A health/fitness classes, and seasonal parties and field trips. Nursing is available The Day Center is interfaith sponsored 5/19) (12 30 pm) (6pm Mondays). (Mail typed, double-spaced manuscripts and/or queries to J White, M D., and Marissa Martinez, PO Box 10003, Portland. OR 97210. please include SA S E ) (4/21) IDS & H IV ' J e w i s h a n d n e w in t o w n ? The Jewish Federation offers the booklet (2/3) (231-1604 ) (24 hours a day. seven days a week. The Club BBS. PO Box 25954. Eugene. OR. 503-345 7988 ) (3/3) bulletin board system. 5 pm Monday-Fnday. 3835 SW Kelly S t. 223-3444 )( A I D S H o tlin e (1-800-777-AIDS )( 6/16) (1108 NE Going St.. A I D S F o r u m L iv e is T V for people with A ID S . (5/19) Portland. OR 97221. Jack Cox 284-6807 ) C a s c a d e A I D S P r o je c t provides nonmedical services to people whose lives are affected by HIV/AIDS in Oregon. Services include counseling, support groups, advocacy assistance, outreach and educa tion. activities and information B e n e fits A d v o c a c y C li n i c is held every Monday to assist people who are HIV-positive with government entitlement programs and housing forms Confidential and anonymous D r o p -I n H I V T e s t in g is provided every The Tuesday evening for gay and bisexual men P lu s C l u b S o c ia l H o u r provides a relaxing setting for people with HIV/AIDS to meet and mingle socially. O n the first Friday of the month, the Plus Club will meet at Hobo's Lounge O n the third Friday, the group will meet at E ss p re s s It coffee house M e n Ta lk II presents the safer sex workshop S p e a k in g S e a ... a safe place for gay and bisexual men to brush-up on the latest in hot. protected sex, and offers other free workshops on a regular basis S p e a k to Y o u r B ro th e rs P r o je c t allows gay and bisexual men. both HIV positive and HIV negative, to find support and get involved in helping their community fight A ID S M e n T a l k s are in-home gatherings which provide a safe atmosphere to talk about relationships, safer sex, testing and more C A P is recruiting V o lu n te e r O u tre a c h W o rk e rs for education materials development and the M enTalk Hom e Meeting Program (9 am- M in is tr y to P e o p le L iv in g w it h H I V / A I D S seeks to provide for the spiritual needs of families and individuals affected by the epidemic through prayer, worship and educational experiences. (5/5) Church o f Chnst. 4790 SE Logus Road. 654 6770 ) (Milwaukie United M u ltn o m a h C o u n t y H I V S e r v ic e s include anonymous and confi dential HIV counseling and testing by appointment and walk-in (5-8 pm. 120 N W Third Ave ) P r o je c t Q u e s t is a nonprofit HIV and A ID S self-empowerment and immune function enhancement program, offering workshops, retreats, and conferences, along with ongoing programs in nutritional cooking and eating for people with HIV, yoga, stopping smoking, meditation, and more. 5/5) (4790SE Logus R d. Milwaukie. OR 97222.653-8738. T rin ity E p is c o p a l C h u rc h offers a monthly H e a lin g a n d V e s p e rs S e rv ic e with special intentions for those people affected in any (5 pm. second Sunday o f each month) way by HIV/AID S disease Also offered is H o p * a n d W holeness, a spiritually centered support group for people living with HIV /AID S disease. Focus is on spiritual nourish ment and growth 7(5/19) (7-9pm Wednesdays) (Wheelchair accessible. 147 N W 19th Ave , 222-9811. (call Roger 223-5907 ext. 130) (CAP offices. Suite 300. 620 SW Fifth Ave . 223-5907.)(5/19) S o u th e rn O re g o n D o u g la s C o u n ty A I D S C o u n c il sponsors meetings and educa tional activities R u b y H ou se , a project of the council, is a residence C A P S u p p o rt G ro u p P ro g ra m s continue to offer a variety of formats including groups open to family and friends, lovers and caregivers, and people who are AID S symptomatic and HIV positive asymptomatic, as well as grief and loss support groups If you would like to join an existing support group, or would like to assist in developing new support groups, contact C A P 5/19) in Douglas County for people with A ID S Housing, energy assistance and other services are provided. (3035 Laurel Springs Drive. Roseburg. O R 974 70. 440-2761.) (5/19) (Call Project Client Services 223-5907 ) ( W illam ette V a lle y C a s c a d e C o u n s e lin g offers a variety of services for the HIV/AID S C la c k a m a s C o u n ty A I D S Raliaf E ffo rt is a newly formed, community based A ID S service organization In Clackamas County. Programs include HIV prevention education, support groups for people affected by HIV/AIDS. and a Personal Active Ustener program for people with A ID S (Ca«653 8738orwnte CCARE. 4790 Logos Milwaukie. 9 7 2 2 2 ) (3/4) community. Including a therapy group for people with HIV/AIDS. a support group for family and friends, socialization activities, counseling, and advocacy Many services are free of charge ( 111 1/2 Third St . Hood River, O R 97031. 3861233 )1 5/19) Rd.. H IV A llia n c e provides free emotional and nonmedical practical sup port services to persons living with H V , their family and friends, and those grieving. A c o r n H o u se , a service of the Alliance, is a hospice and day care facility (342-2830) (3477E Amazon Pkwy . Eugene . mail: P O Box 5513. Eugene. O R 97405. 342-5088 ) (5/19) C la c k a m a s C o u n ty P u b lic H e a lth is seeking citizens who would C lu b B B S it a computer bulletin board with A ID S /H IV information, C D C daily summaries. A O S newsletters from around the world, and support for A ID S / H V affected indMduals Huge file base, and online text Me in fo rm a l«« Support for clintsian* and lay people This i* a free (Call or drop by duhng business hours. 2727SE Alder St .234-0175 o f C o lo r A g a in s t A ID S N e tw o r k (S eattle. 206-322- 706 1.7(5/19) P e o p le (245 7428 ) (call 223-6339. like to partlcpate In the HIV Prevention Planning Task Force Th e group will plan and prioritize how funds for HR/ prevention activities will be used Meetings will last two hours, and will be held four to six times per year in O regon C ity beginning In February 1995 Citizens are asked to make a one-year commitment (Contact Dixie Whetsek or Dawn Martinez. 655 8430 7(6/16) O u r H o u s e of P o rtla n d is a nonprofit, residential-care facility for men and women with A ID S This agency provides 24-hour nursing care and quality living services to residents. Volunteer opportunities abound .7(5/5) T o d 's C o m e r provides free clothing for people with A ID S . A service Of the Friends of People with A ID S Foundation. (5/19) (call CAP for information on SE (ask for Positive Link) (10 am-9 pm Monday-Fnday: noon-6 pm Saturday and Sunday. 223 2437 or 1-800-777 AIDS.) (5/19) fax 653-0013 )( (5-8 pm. second floor. 1026 S W S ta rk S t ). of OR Division, provides A ID S information, support and referral, treatment information, and free theater tickets for people with HIV/AID S. P o s i tive L in k connects people impacted by HIV /AID S with trained H IV positive volunteers for telephone support and information R e g io n a l A I D S In te rfa itli N e t w o r k supports and trains people in developing strategies for increased community awareness about HIV/ A ID S FIAIN works with local health departments and community-based organizations to develop "Faith in Action" opportunités and to assist in prevention education, advocacy, caregiving, food banks, transportation and fund raising 5/19) (6-8 pm. CAP offices) ext 160) O re g o n A I D S Hotline, cosponsored by C A P and the Oregon Health (Call to receive schedule and preregister fo r workshops. 241-6448 )( (10 30am-noon. CAP offices) programs and events) (6-8pm, 3835 SW Kelly S t. 650-7032.) V a lle y A I D S Info rm a tio n N e tw o rk offers information, support, Oregon Children's Theatre Company's production off There's a Boy In the G/r/'s Bathroom runs through Jan. 15 speakers and referrals for people affected by HIV /AID S Call V A IN 's 24- hour hotline. (128 S W Ninth Street. Corvallis. 503-752-6322 or 1-806588-AIDS.) (5/5) L H * For«*, a coalition for people living with H V / A JD S in Southwest Washington, meets for brpwn bag lunches the third Saturday of The