Image provided by: University of Oregon Libraries; Eugene, OR
About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (April 21, 1995)
24 ▼ aprii 21. 1005 ▼ just out out about how-to's from more experienced players (Send name, address and a brief statement o f Interest to: Chaps. PO Box 5161. Portland OB 97208.) (8/4) W om an W rite r«' G ro u p self-assignment, check-in. feedback For dedicated women over 40 (223-0761) (4/7) Eaataida O u t Is a woman's night o f entertainment, dancing and community every Sunday. DJ Mel spins the discs and presents live entertainment. Don't be left outl (9 pm-mldnlght. East Avenue Tavern. 727 E Burnside St.. $2. 236-6900 ) (4/7) P olitical A d v o c ate « for G a y and Lesbian Equality is an organization founded to advocate for lesbian, gay and bisexual equality and to devise and implement activities which promote positive images of lesbians, gay men and bisexuals Call or write for information ( PO Box 5222. Portland. O B 97208. 286-0191..1(6/16) Gentle Giants of O re go n is a social group for chubby men and their admirers (PO Box 8333. Portland OB 97283. Chubline: 283-5650 ) (9/18) K -9 C lu b is a group of kindred folks and their dogs who meet to walk, Coalition for H um an D ign ity is an anti-fascist organizing group talk. In Portland-area parks. (First and third Sundays, 285-2986.)(8/4 ) concerned with monitoring, exposing and confronting far-right and new-right political groups. (7 pm, fírst and third Thursdays. Metropoli tan Community Church. 1644 NE 24th A v e . 281-5823.) (2/17) Lesbian G arden C lu b Is a social network for lesbians interested In gardening. Newsletters, plant exchanges and social outings. (Sandi 7 6 1 -3 9 7 9 )0 /7 ) Familias Political Actio n Com m ittee recently formed to repre sent diverse family structures Efforts will focus on the freedom of families of all types, the Integrity of a democratic educational system, and the safety o f all ch ild re n (PO Box 1485, Sandy, OB. 97 055. 503-253-8160 o r 503-288-4306) (5/5) Lesbian support gro u p for w om en 90 and o ve r meets the third Saturday of every month. (7-10 pm, 281-4424 o r 331-0415.) (8/4) M etro C lu b is a social group for gay men 40 and over and those who appreciate them. Potlucks monthly on the fourth Sunday. (598-3442 ) A G a y and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation outpost has been established in Portland to challenge the myths, stereotypes, misinformation and homophobia In our area, and to mobilize rapid responses to media Insensitivity and bigotry GLAAD needs volun teers (239- 7062 o r e-mail: glaadpdxOaol com.) (6/16) (4/7) Q u e e r N ight at LaLuna is an all-ages event. The fabulous dance room features a different mix of music each week, sometimes with live bands! (Mondays. 215 SE Ninth A ve . $3 $ 10 sliding scale ) (9/1) G a y and Lesbian A rch ive s of the Pacific N orthw est is a T h e Real Connection! A social gathering for gay men who are historical society and archiving project working to preserve and docu ment local gay and lesbian history. (Meets first Mondays. PO Box 3646. Portland OB 97208-3646. 284-1872 ) ( 8/4) artists, writers, musicians and creative in all the disciplines. Informal potluck gatherings on the second Friday of every month. (Call for meeting details Todd 288-4 736 o r M ike 282-0107.) (5/19) Lesbian A ve n g e rs is a direct-action group focused on issues vital to lesbian survival and visibility (8 pm. first and third Tuesdays. Bexall Bose Cafe. 2403 NE Alberta St. write PO Box 11544. Portland. OB 97211. o r call: 452-5408 7(8/4) Log C abin Republicans is part of a nationwide coalition of lesbian and gay Republicans (6 30 pm. third Tuesdays. Heart o f Europe. Northwest Broadway Blvd and Everett Street. Lee 642-7292 ) (3/17) Salon G ro u p (formerly Women In Academia Salon) is a tea and discussion group. Stimulating and varied topics. Everyone is welcome. (3-5 pm, fourth Sundays. 224-0537.) (8/4) C o m e d ia n G e o rg ia R a g s d a le is th e m a s te r o f c e re m o n ie s a t H R C F 's “R o ll O u t th e R ed C a rp e t” fu n d -ra is e r on A p r il 2 9 (s e e s to ry on p a g e l 2 ) Radical W om en is active in the daily struggle against racism, sexism. anti-gay bigotry and labor exploitation Meets every third Thursday (6 30 pm. Northwest Service Center. 1819 N W Everett St.. Boom 201. 228-3090. fax 223-2390.)(5/19) The Dom estic Violence Reeource C en te r provides a 24-hour crisis line as well as shelter at a confidential location for all women and children escaping domestic violence. (640-17 77.7 (10/21 > R ainbow Recovery G ro u p meets at the Portland Alano Club. For gay men and lesbians in AA (7 pm Mondays, upstairs: 7pmThursdays. in the loft: Northwest 23rd Avenue and Kearney Street.) (6 /1 6) Right T o P rivacy Political Actio n Com m ittee advocates full Lesbians deserve lives free o f violence. Battered lesbian R ainbow A l-A n o n M eeting gets together every Wednesday In the cMl rights, human rights and social equity for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals by endorsing and supporting candidates and campaigns. (921 S W Morrison S t . Suite 546. Portland. OB 97205. 228-5825. fax 228-1104 e-mail rtppacOaol com ) ( 10/20) support groups facilitated by lesbians. Confidential intakes. Child care provided; donations accepted. (Sand! 289-6869.) ( 10/21) Alano Club boardroom (5.30-6 4 5 pm. 9 0 9 N W 2 4 th Ave.. 222-5756.) Southw est W ashington Fairness Coalition is a part of Wash ington Citizens for Fairness, of the Hands O ff Washington Project. New members are always welcome to help in the struggle to defeat organized statewide political efforts which limit or deny the civil rights of any resident of Washington. (1701 Broadway, Suite 138. Vancouver, WA 98663. 360-695-1002 ) (10/21) Stopping Violence Against Women Is a direct-action and education group that recognizes pornography and prostitution as extremes on a continuum o f violence against women (777-2796.) (5/19) Rational R ecovery meets three times a week at the Center for Rational Thought RR does not mystify addiction and recovery; Its approach to chemical dependency Is as a technical problem with a technical solution. (7p m Mondays and Thursdays: 6 p m Fridays. 415 S W 13th Ave.. C liff W alker 239-5359.) (6/16) MUSIC Boundless Splritsi a performance-oriented choral group of New Sex and Love A d d icts A n o n ym o u s You are not alone A 12- 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 (Behearsals at Unity Church o f Beaverton, Bob 2 3 1-5135.) (4/17) Step group for those struggling with sexual and/or emotional depdency. (6 pm Wednesdays and Sundays. PO Box 6736. Portland, 97228. 650-7009 ) ( 5/1 9) P o rtla n d G a y M o n 's C h o ru s rehearses M onday evenings (699 8586. to audition: 255-H O M O ) (1 0 /6 ) The Portland Lesbian C h o ir accepts singing members in Septem ber and January. Rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings Supportive members and volunteers are welcome anytime! (PO Box 8212. Port land. OB 97207, 241-8994 ) (10/6) CRISIS A lc o h o l and D ru g H e lp LIn e (232-8083 In Portland) and YouthLIne (233-1113 In Portland) give free, unbiased and confiden tial assistance Call 1-800-621-1646 from elsewhere in Oregon Ser vice of the Oregon Council on Alcoholism and Drug Addiction. (6/15) The Anti-Vlolanca Lina at 798-1703 helps compile statistics on hate crimes and gives victims a chance to talk to someone sympa thetic O u tsld a o f Portland, call 1 -8 00-798-1703 A service of the Lesbian Community Project (5/19) Battarad Lambían Sup p o rt G ro u p is a confidential group for lesbians and bisexual women who have been physically, sexually or emotionally battered in their relationships with women. ( Womenspace. Eugene. 485-6513. ask for C a rrie) (5/19) Battarad Laabian Outreach and Com m unity S u p p o rt offers a confidential, weekly, support group In Washington 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 948-7579.)(10/21) Call the Bias C rim e U nit 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 Jim Bellah is the bias crime detective If you are in immediate danger, call 9-1-1 (10/21) Rosa C ity G a y Freedom Band is a concert band open to lesbians, gay men and supportive friends. Bring your instrument and a music stand, if you have one. (Mailing address. PO Box 1082. Portland. OB 97207: Information line: 790-2170.)(2/17) Don't play an instrument or sing, but still want to Join in the fun7 Become a part o f the Rose City Gay Freedom Band's perform ance flag corps (Samantha Conn 222-9843 ) (2/17) Co-D ependents A n o n ym ou s fo r G a y M en and Lesbians meets weekly. (7-8 30 pm Sundays, Live and Let Live Club. 2802 SE Ankeny S t . 231-3760 ) (2/17) Fire Fairies holds NA candlelight meetings (8.15-9:30pm Wednes days. Live and Let Live Club. 2802 SE Ankeny St.. 2 3 1 -3 7 6 0 )0 0 /2 1 ) G a y m en's adult children of alcoholics group. (7.30-9 pm Tuesdays. Live and Let Live Club. 2802 SE Ankeny St.. 231-3760.) (2/17) Live and Let Live C lu b offers lesbian and gay 12-Step programs. Call fo r calendar and m eeting tim es (28 02 SE A nkeny St., 2 3 1-3760.) (5/19) D is tin c tiv e Designs gift ideas • cut flowers • plants • silks • balloon creations •parties • ail occasions 256-2920 7819 S.E. Stark SOCIAL A m p le O pp ortun itie s organizes many activities for large women. (245-1524) (5/19) Bad G lrisi Portland's women's S /M educational group Is open to all women interested in exploring the deeper part of their psyches. All levels of experience welcome. Bad Girls sponsors one workshop, one discussion group, and one social event each month. (Bad Girls, PO Box 17254. Portland. O B 97217-0254.) (8/4) Bisexual C o m m u n ity Forum is celebrating 14 years of service to bisexual women and men. their families and friends. Socials held on second and fourth Wednesdays. (7:30 pm. Cafe Valentino. East Burnside and 27th Avenue. Laury. 285-4848 ) ( 4 /7 ) B L A S T T i Bisexuals. Lesbians, and Straights Talking Together is a discussion group for all women. (M eets Wednesday evenings. Catherine 233-1979 o r K'Bonda 282-8586 ) (8/4) RECOVERY MliTABOR FL0RI5Ï C ontem porary and m .*. ( 10/ 21) O TUofkxa A book reading gro u p is forming to read and discuss works by Latina writers. Scheduled to meet the first Sunday of each month. No cost. All are welcome to attend (7:30pm . In O ther Words bookstore. Celeste 235-7351.) (4 /7 ) C ascada Baa re is a group o f like-minded men who support and further the Bear Movement for Bears and their admirers In the Northwest. The group is currently having a membership drive. (62 5S W 10th Ave., Suite 125, Portland. O B 97205-2788. $15 per year mem bership dues. Bear Line 323-6071.) (6/16) Chapa is an organization devoted to teaching men new to the leather Single Professional W om en ove r 38 meet to go out on the town for dinners, films, plays or music. (First and third Saturday evenings, 725-4255.) (8/4) T h ird Su n d a y B ru nch invites all lesbian women to its monthly potluck. Join other warm, friendly and interesting women. ( 1 1 am, every third Sunday, 650-2255.) (6/16) Tra ve l Lam bda C onnections 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 hosting or non-hosting member and have a "home-away-from-home" experience CTLC Club. PO Box 86492. Portland. OB 97286. 598-3442.) (4/7) SPIRITUALITY C o n gre gation N s vo h S h a lom (conservative) sponsors a gay and lesbian outreach. Meetings, services and other events are held monthly. All interested people are invited to attend. (Sheri Cordova 246-8831.) (5/19) D ign ity/P o rtla n d . the national organization o f lesbian, gay and bisexual Catholics, their families, friends and lovers, welcomes all to weekly Mass (7:30 pm Saturdays. St. Stephen 's Epsicopal Church, 1432 S W 13th Ave.. mailing address: PO Box 6708. Portland. O B 97228. call 295-4868.)( 10/6) First C ongregational C h u rch , an open and affirming congrega tion, extends a warm welcome to gay men, lesbians and bisexuals. Wheelchair accessible; free parking. (Worship. 10:30 am Sunday. 1126 S W Park Ave.. Portland. 228-7219.) First U nitarian C h u rc h of Portland welcomes lesbians, gay men and bisexuals. (Services: 8:30, 10. and 11:30am Sundays, 1011 S W 12th Ave.. Bill 236-2830.)(5/19) First U n ite d M ethodiet C h u rc h is a Reconciling Congregation where you are Invited to worship and serve God In every aspect of church activity. O ff-street parking, wheelchair accessible Nursery and Sunday School. Pastor Ross Miller, W endy W oodworth, assoc. ( 10:30 am Sunday worship, 1838 S W Jefferson, 228-3195.) (2 /1 7) T h e G o d C o n n ection C e n te r fo r N e w Th o u g h t C h ris tia n ity Rev. Casey Chaney and Rev. Berdell M offett, senior ministers (10 am Sundays. W estgate Plaza, room 105, 3800 S W Cedar Hills Blvd.. Beaverton, 643-7591.)(6/16) J o u rn e y C atholic C o m m u n ity Searching? So are we Mass with the Rev Gary Mclnnls. All are welcome. (6 pm Sundays. Southwest 13th Avenue and Clay Street. 245-0339.) (5/19) M etanola Peace C o m m u n ity is a Reconciling Congregation o f the United Methodist Church that welcomes lesbians and gay men in Its life and ministry. (Activity schedule: 284-7996. co-pastors: Joyce McManus 284-3426 and John Schwiebert 281-3697.)(5 /1 9 ) community the tenets o f safe, sane and consensual S /M . Learn the WE REPLACE WINDOWS Now you can replace your old windows with new vinyl custom fit insulat ed windows. Your new windows will keep your home warm er in winter, cooler in summer, reduce condensation ana sound proof your home. 1 8 year of experience in the same location makes us one of Portland's most experienced window compa nies. Visit our showroom or call today for a courteous in- home estimate. 283-9481 INSULATED WINDOW C O R P O R A T I O N Garland H o m e r Owner Oregon BB # 19095 8124 N . Denver
