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V olunteers
Love Makes a Family Inc. wants tasn volunteers to assist w ith the
Y W C A C a m p O U T for lesbian and ga y parents and their
child re n . The camp w ill be held July 20-23 at Camp W estwind on the
Oregon Coast. Teen assistants receive free room and board and
participate in activities during their free tim e. Experience caring fo r
younger children is im portant. If under 18, must have parent's perm is
sion. (Send name, address, phone, a statement o f interest and
experience and at least one local reference to: Love Makes A Family
Inc.. PO Box 11694. Portland. OR 9 7 2 1 1.) (7 /5 )
Th e N A M E S Project sponsor o f the AIDS M em orial Q uilt, seeks
volunteers in the N orthw est to assist e ffo rts to display the entire Q uilt
in W a shington,D .C ..O ct. 11-13. Volunteers are needed to coordinate
regional e ffo rts to prom ote the display, raise funds, recruit volunteers,
arrange logistics, assist panel makers and educate youth. (Information:
James Bryson. N W Regional Display Coordinator. 415-882-5569. ext.
381. e mail quilt96nwQaol.com.) (9 /6 )
Th e H IV C e n te r needs volunteers to participate in wide-ranging
program s serving people w ith AIDS and HIV. O pportunities include
working in the kitchen, reception, home meal delivery, respite care,
transportation, professional services, office w ork, participating in
center activities and more (Information and applications: Sarah
223-3444.) (1 1 /1 )
O u r House of Portland, a residential care facility fo r men and
women living their last days w ith AIDS, needs volunteer Oregon-
licensed m assage therapists Requires a w eekly com m ittm ent o f
3-4 hours. (Terry Voss 234-0175.) (8 /1 6 )
Volunteers are needed to help organize the 1997 G a y and
Lesbian Parents Coelition International Conference to be
held in Portland. If you have skills in organization, accounting, fund
raising, outreach, program planning, housing, conference registration
o r child care, please call. (Debbie 235-9622, Dana244-31 IBorMenry-
Lynn 284-0214.)(7/1 9)
A la n 's House, a licensed adult foster-care home in M edford fo r
people w ith AIDS, needs volunteers to assist w ith round-the-clock
care, who can w ork one four-hour shift pier week, during the evening o r
on the weekend. Alan's House is a program o f OnTrack Inc. (Susanne
Ashland o r Bill Templeman 779-2006.) (6 /2 1 )
Speak to Y o u r B rothers Project is looking fo r men to help w ith
outreach in the bars and at com m unity events, to facilitate N eighbor
hood M enTalks. and to produce educational m aterials and social
events in the com m unity. Volunteer trainings are offered every other
month. A program o f Cascade AIDS Project. (Roger 223-5907. ext.
130 at CAP.) 111/1)
a wellness program, which includes a newsletter, the Plus Club House
Party social group and prosocial events. Check the calendar listings for
a schedule o f classes (HIV U Infoline 223-6339. ext. 111). The Plus
C lub House Party provides a relaxing setting fo r people with H IV/
AIDS to meet and mingle socially. The group m eets in private homes on
the first and third Friday o f the month (6.309.00pm , call for location: Dale
221-3015 o r Brian 228-5889). (CAP offices: Suite 300. 620 S W Fifth
Ave.. 223-5907 ) ( 11/15)
C A P Support Group Programs offer a variety o f formats including
groups open to family and friends, lovers and caregivers, and people who
are AIDS 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 CAP. (Call
Project Client Services 223-5907) (5/19)
Clackamas County A ID S Relief Effort is a community-based
organization responding to AIDS in Clackamas County by providing HIV
prevention and AIDS education presentations, support groups for people
affected by HIV/AIDS, assistance with emergency food and clothing
needs, and financial assistance referrals for HIV-positive people and
people with AIDS. (Call653-8738or write: CCARE. 4790SELogus Road.
MHwaukie. OR 97222 ) (11/17)
Com m unity Health Insurance Program pays health insurance
premiums for eligible people with HIV or AIDS. CHIP will pay premiums
fo r COBRA continuation, or any other group or individual policy. CHIP is
a program of Ecumenical M inistries o f O regon, funded by the Ryan W hite
CARE A ct (Title I). (223-8998. 9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday.) (5 /1 7 )
Friends of People with A ID S Foundation is a nonprofit organiza
tion offering assistance to people with AIDS. (245-7428.)(5/19)
The H IV Case Management Partne rship Project provides
comprehensive HIV-related case management to clients in Clackamas.
Columbia, Multnomah, Washington, Yamhill and Clark counties. (830am -
5 pm, Monday-Friday. 5525 SE Milwaukie Ave.. Portland. OR 97202, for
referrals call 230-1202 o r fax 230-1213 )0 2 /1 5 )
H IV Center, a program of the Ecumenical M inistries o f Oregon, offers
social activities, case management, peer support, pastoral counseling
and home meal deliveries. Lunch is available Monday through Friday
(12:30 pm). (9 am-5 pm Monday-Friday. 3835 S W Kelly St.. 223-3444.)
( 11 / 1 )
Lazarus Com m unity offers spiritual and practical help for people living
with HIV and AIDS; Mass in Time of AIDS is held every Monday evening
(6 pm). Contact the Rev. Gary Mclnnis for information about baptism or
weddings. (3835 S W Kelly St.. 223-3444.) (12/15)
Multnomah County H IV Sorvicas include anonymous and confiden
tial HIV counseling and testing by appointment and walk-in (248-3775) and
HIV clinical services for HIV-infected persons (248-5020). (11/1)
Th s N A M E S Project Portland Chapter holds panel-making work
W orkshops
It's M y Pleasure presents workshops and social events fo r the
lesbian com m unity, designed to educate and inspire. (Unless otherwise
noted, you must preregister: events are held at It s M y Pleasure. 4258
SE Hawthorne B lv d . 236-0505.)
The N o rth w e st Society of Interior D esigners presents a four-
part lecture series. Planning: June 22: Hard Surfaces-. June 26 and
29; Windows A/Valls: July 10 and 13; Fumiture/Accessories. July 17
and 20. (Wednesday lectures 7-9 pm: Saturday lectures 10 am-noon.
Interior Motives, Park 217, 12172 S W Garden Place. Tigard. $100
complete package. $25 p e r lecture: $35 tour o f Street o f Dreams only,
reservations: 684-2790. fax 639-0391.) (7 /5 )
Fly A w a y Hom e hosts a personal theater w o rk sh o p fo r
w om en over Labor Day weekend. A u g . 30 -S e pt. 2. Instructors are
Bethroot Gwynn and Hawk M adronne T h is active retreat takes
place on lesbian land in southern O re g o n . ($150-200 sliding
scale, information: Fly Away Home. PO Box 593. M yrtle Creek, OR
97457.) (8 /1 6 )
H IV U niversity Conference offers a full day of classes on Ju n e
29. Courses include medical basics, resources 101. survival skills and
more. Snacks provided. (10 am-5 pm. Lorenzen Conference Center.
Emanuel Hospital, 2801N. Gantenbein Ave.: 223-6339ext. 117.7(6/21)
The Strand by Strand C ollective presents F irs En e rgy and M agic,
a two-day w orkshop fo r men and women. Taught by Pomegranate and
Inanna. July 6-7. (10 am-5 pm and 8-10 pm Saturday: noon-4:30 pm
Sunday: $75. 10 percent discount for early registration: information
and registration: Pomegranate 239-1147.)(6 /2 1 )
A rt S p rin gs, a retreat fo r women w riters and artists, presents five
w ork sh op s this summer. Multimedia Painting, w ith Jemma Crae.
Sierra Lonepine Briano, Marge G reenhut, July 19-21.$175-$200; Life
Drawing Intensive. Aug. 3-4, $150-$ 175; Northern Oregon Dyke A rt
Camp. Aug. 25-Sept. 1. $300-$350; Paper Play Day. Sept. 7, $50 plus
$10 m aterials, W riter's Workshop w ith Ellen G oldberg and Andee
Hochman, Sept. 21-22, $175-$200. Camping and some cabin space
available. Three vegetarian meals a day provided. (Information and
registration: Marge o r Sierra 503-985-9549 o r write to: A rt Springs.
40789 S W Hummingbird Lane. Gaston. OR 97119.) (9 /6 )
Confluence N orth w est offers both basic and advanced training in
m ediation skills Basic training rie e ts the Oregon D ispute Resolu
tio n C om m ission R equirem ents. (Inform ation and registration:
Confluence Northwest, 342 Union Station. 800 N W Sixth Ave..
Portland. OR 97209. 243-2663) (9 /6 )
A ttend M en N urturing Men. an ongoing m onthly workshop. Fee
includes tw o nights lodging, medicine lodge, sacred touch, fire ritual,
vision quest, bonding ritual. (Nahcotta Sanctuary. PO Box 8 7. Nahcotta.
WA 98637. $95. 360-665-4181.)(7/5 )
AIDS & HIV
A S A P Treatm ent Services provides IndMdual and group counseling
for people who are HIV positive and who are also having problems with
alcohol and drugs Title I funds are available to help pay for treatment Call
intake coordinator Monday-Frlday to ask for Title I appointment (2130 SW
Fifth Ave . 224-0075.7(12/20)
Cascade A ID S Project provides nonmedical services to people
whose lives are affected by HTV/AJDS in Oregon Services include
counseling, support groups, advocacy assistance, outreach and educa
tion. activities and information B enefits A dvocacy C linic is held
every Monday to assist people who are HIV positive w ith government
entitlem ent programs and housing form s ( 10:30 am-noon. CAP offices)
Confidential and anonymous D rop-In H IV Testing is provided every
Tuesday evening for gay and bisexual men (6-8 pm. CAP offices. $20 lab
fee. Dawne ext. 172) H IV University offers classes, inform ation and
shops the first and third Monday o f every month at the HIV Center.
Educational materials and a speakers bureau are also available. (6-8 pm.
3835 SW KnHySt . 6507032 ) ( 2/17)
N etw o rk A d u lt Therapy S e rv ic e * offers comprehensive mental
health assessment and services for individuals, couples, families and
others dealing with HIV/AIDS-related concerns. New groups include: male
couples with HIV; lesbians and HIV; and young adults, mixed gender.
Services are covered through Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid. Medicare,
private insurance and Ryan W hite CARE Act Title I funding. (825 NE 20th
Ave.. 238-5251 ) (6/21)
Oregon A ID S Hotline, cosponsored by CAP and the Oregon Health
Division, provides AIDS information, support and referral, treatment
information, and free theater tickets for people with HIV/AIDS. Positive
Link connects people impacted by HIV/AIDS with trained HIV-positive
volunteers for telephone support and information (ask for Positive Link).
( 10am-9pm Monday-Friday: noon-6 pm Saturday and Sunday. 223-2437
or 1-800-777-AIDS) (6/21)
O u r House of Portland 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 o r drop by during business hours. 2727 SE A ld e r St..
234-0175.) (5 /5 )
Phoenix Rising offers HIV/AIDS support, call fo r a list of current
groups. Phoenix Rising Foundation Inc. 620 S W Fifth Ave.. Suite 710.
Portland. OR 97204. 223-8299 )14/19)
Project Quest is a nonprofit HIV and AIDS 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.
Project Quest now offers a comprehensive health management
group for people with H IV/AIDS. The group is facilitated by Lusijah
Marx, FIN, PsyO. and Graham Harriman, MA. (Call to receive schedule and
preregister for workshops. 241-6448 ) (8/4)
Regional A ID S Interfaith N etw ork supports and trains people in
developing strategies for increased community awareness about H IV /
AIDS. FtAIN works with local health departm ents and community-
based organizations in Oregon and Southwest W ashington to develop
"Faith In A ction" opportunities and to assist In prevention education,
advocacy, caregiving, food banks, transportation and fund raising.
(4 7 9 0 SELogus R d . Milwaukie. O R 97222. 653-8738, fax653-0013.)
( 10 / 6 )
Speek to Y o u r Brothers Project is a com m unity-based HIV
prim ary prevention program serving gay and bisexual men In the
Portland area Neighborhood M enTalks bring gay and bisexual
men together to socialize and discuss topics o f mutual interest.
G atherings are on an ongoing monthly basis, and are facilitated and
hosted by volunteers (7 pm. call Doug at ext 145). Speeklng of
Se x... is a fun, interactive workshop offering men the skills they need
to stay safe in the '90s (Brian, ext 131) D ro p -In H IV Testing and
support is offered every Tuesday fo r gay and bisexual men (6-8pm. $20
lab fee. CAP offices. Dawne ext. 172) O utreach is out in the
com m unity talking with men one-on-one at events, in bars and parks,
and at the beaches (Shawn ext. 174) Peer Leadership Program
trains young gay/bi men to develop leadership skills and HIV prevention
activities in the community (Brian ext. 131). Speak to Your Brothers is
a program o f Cascade AIDS Project. (CAP offices: 620 S W Fifth Ave..
Suite 300. 223-5907 ) (1 1 /1 )
To d 's C orner provides free clothing for people with AIDS. A service of
the Friends of People with AIDS Foundation. (245-7428.)(5/19)
Trinity Episcopal Church offers a monthly Healing and Vespers
Barvlce with special intentions for those people affected m any way by
HV/AJDS Also offered is Hope and Wholeness . a spiritually centered
support group for people living with H T //A D S Focus is on spiritual
nourishment and growth (7-9 pm Wednesdays) (Wheelchair accessible.
147N W 19th Ave . 222 9817.3(5/19)
Washington County Health Departm ent H fV S ondes* provides
anonymous testing and counseling, by appointm ent and w alk-in.*
Seropositive wetness program offers indMdual counseling Se habia
español (Testing. 648-8851. call 648-8881 for clinics in Beaverton and
Hillsboro: TDD 648-8601.) (8 /4 )
C entral O regon
Central O regon A ID S Support Team provides services and
East side Family Cooperative offers alternative part-time child care
in a loving environment created and run completely by parents Lesbian and
gay families are welcome (9 am-1 pm. three days per week. 2800 SE
Harrison St.. 233-5099 ) ( 5/19)
support fo r HIV-positive people and their caregivers. (389-4330.) (8/4)
Employees Association for Gay* and Lesbians of U S W EST
Companies is an informal group of gay. lesbian and gay-supportive
S o u th er n O regon
Douglas County A ID S Council sponsors meetings and educational
activities Ruby House, a project of the council, is a residence in Douglas
phone company employees The group provides support for members,
and acts as a resource fo r U S WEST. (Contact Sue Salmon
242-8272) (5/19)
County for people with AIDS. Housing, energy assistance and other
services are provided (3035 Laurel Springs Drive. Roseburg, OR97470.
440-276 7.3(5/19)
Equity Foundation is a statewide community foundation created by
lesbian and gay Oregonians. Equity awards grants to organizations that
support its mission of "access to worth." (Contact: Jim Vegher, PO Box
5696. P ortland. OR 97228, 220-0628; fax: 222-5062; e-m ail:
EquityFund@aol.com.) (5/19)
K lam ath C o u n ty H IV R e sou rce C e n te r coordinates o u t
reach and education on HIV and A ID S , and provides case manage
ment services and s u p p o rt/s o c ia l groups. (10 am-5 pm Monday-
Friday. 1112 Pine St.. Klamath Falls. OR 97601. 541-883-2437.
fax: 541 -882- 7929.3 (6/21 /9 6 )
W il l a m e t t e V a l l e y
H IV Alliance provides free em otional and nonmedical practical sup
port services to persons living with HIV. their fam ily and friends, and
those grieving. A corn House . a service o f the Alliance, is a hospice and
day care facility (541 -342-2830). (3477 E Amazon Pkwy , Eugene: mail:
PO Box 5513. Eugene. OR 97405. 541-342-5088 ) ( 5/19)
Pathfinders is a nonprofit organization that provides funding and
support for social, cultural and outreach events, projects and activities for
gay and bisexual men in Marion and Polk counties. (PO Box 326. Salem.
503-581-3296) (6/21/96)
Fostor/Powell Neighborhood Gay/Lesbian/Bi Alliance meets
for socializing and organizing (Chris or Lisa 774-7506.) (2/16)
F R IE N D S is a support group fo r African Am erican gay and bisexual
men. Discussion topics are chosen by participants: food and beverage
provided. (6-8 pm. second and fourth Wednesdays. Brian o r Cecil
280-2643 ) (9 /2 0 )
Gay and Lesbian Archive* o f the Pacific Northwest is a
historical society and archiving project working to preserve and document
local gay and lesbian history. (Meets first Mondays. PO Box 3646,
Portland. OR 97208. 284-1872, e-mail: glapn0aol.com.) (6/21)
G ay, Lesbian and Bisexual Physicians of O regon is a social
Valley A ID S Information N etw ork offers inform ation, support,
and activist group fo r physicians, residents and medical students
throughout Oregon. M eetings held monthly. (C al 503-788-0137 o r
503-294-2940 ) ( 8/1 6)
speakers and referrals fo r people affected by HIV/AID S. Call VAIN's
24-hour hot line. Gay and bisexual outreach are also offered. (PO Box
971. Corvallis. OR 97339. 541-752-6322 o r 1-800-588-AIDS.)
(6 /2 1 /9 6 )
Gay Resource Connection is a toll-free information and referral line
with listings for prosocial gay and lesbian events, groups, organizations
and activities throughout Oregon. (223-2437or 1-800- 777-2437, 10am-
9 pm MondayFnday. noon-6 pm weekends, e-mail OrhotlineOaol com.)
Yamhill County PubAc I lueltti Department offers community outreach
( 6 / 21 )
and FIV prevention education. (Cal Norm Costa at 434-7525. press l.pager
434*4507. or write: 412 N Ford. McMinnville. OR 97128.) (10/6)
Gay, Lesbian or Bi Employees a group of Internal Revenue Service
and other federal treasury employees, meets monthly. (Jerry 326-5667
or Dan 326-32l4.)(12/20)
W a s h in g t o n
P e o p le of C o lo r A g a in s t A I D S N e tw o rk (Seattle. 206-
322- 7061.) (5 /1 9 )
Lesbian Com m unity Project provides outreach, networking and
other services to the lesbian community. (223-0071, TDD o r voice.)
( 10 / 6 )
Lesbian Health Project sponsors a support group for lesbians with
breast cancer that meets every other Monday Lesbians with other
cancer-related illnesses welcome. (6-7:30pm. Michelle Gordon. LCSW,
236-8770.) (4/1 9 )
BROADCAST
The H e a rt o f P o rtla n d ! A C a p ito l R e p o rt is a monthly show hosted
by state Rep. Gail Shibley. A variety of tim ely news issues are discussed.
(Shown on: Channel 11, 7 pm, third Fridays: Channel 33. 7:30 pm. third
Mondays) (6/15)
The community public affairs show L a v e n d e r M e n a c e has changed its
air dates. (8 pm. second and fourth Tuesday. Paragon Channel 33: repeats
10 pm Saturday. Channel 27. and 10 pm Monday. Channel 11. to get
involved in production: Satya Riversong 238-8564 ) (6/15)
L o v e M a k e a a F a m ily is a public dialogue about lesbians, gay
men and fam ily values on KKEY 1150 AM radio. (7-9 am Wednes
day.) (3 /1 5 /9 6 )
The S n ic k e rs L a B a rr S h o w features talk for gay men. lesbians and
bisexuals. (Call for schedule: 7 2 7 -2 4 9 0 (7 /2 1 /9 6 )
CAMPUS
The All-HHI Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Alliance is Oregon Health
Sciences University's social and peer support group for students, faculty,
staff and friends. Gatherings the first Tuesday o f each month (Angela
494-5818 or Scott 632-8569) (3/15/96)
G A L A of Clark College, a campus club and support group for gay.
lesbian, bisexual and transgendered students, meets weekly, September
to June (Noon Tuesdays, for room location call advisors Kathy Bobula
699-0328 or David Oates 699-0305) (5/19)
Lesbians Living with C an ce r meets bim onthly Partners and family
welcome, call for meeting tim es and places. (Kristie 669-3492 ) (2/16)
Love Makes a Family serves lesbian and gay families through public
education and outreach. A parents support group meets every second
Monday, along with an art group for school-aged children. and a discussion
group for teenagers (6-8 pm, Union Station, Room 256.228-3892. write
PO Box 11694. Portland. 97217.3(3/15)
Neighborhood M enTalks bring gay and bisexual men together to
socialize and enjoy an evening discussing topics im portant to them.
Gatherings are facilitated and hosted by volunteers, and meet on an
ongoing monthly basis A program o f Speak to Your Brothers. (7pm. ca l
Doug at 223-5907. ext 145 ) ( 11/1)
Network Adult Therapy Services offers comprehensive mental
health assessment and treatment for sexual minority individuals, couples
and families. Services may be covered through Oregon Health F’lan/
Medicaid, Medicare or private insurance. (825 NE 20th Ave . 238-5251.)
(3/15)
North w est Gender AKience is a social and support organization for
cross-dressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and socials.
(PO Box 4928. Portland OR 97208-4928. 646-2802)(5/19)
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gay Men
provides love and support for all family members and friends of lesbians
and gay men. M eets the fourth Wednesday of every month (7-9:30pm.
First United Methodist Church. 1838S W Jefferson S t. o r write. PO Box
8944. Portland. OR 97207. 232-7676.)(4/19/96)
Phoenix Rising Foundation Inc. is a nonprofit organization offering
Western State* Chiropractic College Gay, Lesbian and Bi
sexual Alliance meetings are open to the chiropractic community.
a full range o f services, based on a sliding fee scale, to the lesbian, gay.
bisexual, transgender and transsexual communities. Day. evening or
Saturday appointments are available with a variety o f counselors. Some
insurance policies and Medicare cover services. Recent HIV contracts
provide for free counseling to eligible persons. Youth support groups are
free; counseling services are also available. (620SW Fifth Ave.. Suite 710.
Portland. O R 97204. 223-8299 )( 6/2 1/96)
(W estern States Student Affairs Office 251-5707.)(6/16)
Portland Bisexual Alliance is working toward bisexual inclusion and
HomophHe is Lewis & Clark College's gay. lesbian, bisexual and queer
positive support, social and political group Participants decide on the
group's activities and agenda. (5:30pm Mondays. Gender Co-op. base
ment o f Stewart dorm. Lewis & Clark campus.) 1 8/1 6/96)
representation A mixed-gender support group meets at 7 pm on the first
Friday o f the month, and a men's group meets at 7 pm on the third Friday,
at Laughing Horse Books Socials and potlucks are held every month.
(232-9275. e-maf to pdxbtOaol co m ) (11 /1 )
COMMUNITY
G eneral
Advocates for Gay and Lesbian Equality promotes positive
images of lesbians, gay men and bisexuals and promotes cooperation and
collaboration among those who support equal rights for lesbians, gay men
and bisexuals in Oregon. (PO Box 5222, Portland. OR 97208.
286-0191.) (6/21)
Asian and Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a social and
educational group for the Asian and Pacific Islander community. Activities
include social outings, potlucks. cultural events and rap groups (Message
line: 232 6408 ) ( 2/16)
BINet O regon offers social, political and support groups to the
bisexual community, its supporters and bi-curious people A mixed-
gender group meets first Tuesdays (7 pm. Laughing Horse Books. Bi-
Une 299-4764)15/17)
Bonneville Gay. Lesbian and Bisexual Resource Group is for
mutual support and to address diversity and employment issues at
Bonneville Power Administration. Other federal employees welcome
(Group information 230-4733 or 631-7767.) (5/19)
Brasher to Brother is a social and political group for African American
gay and bisexual men Get involved and help set the group's agenda (Cal
503-248-3030. or write 950 Ucryd Center. Suite SO. Portland. OR
97232) ( 6 /IS)
C O L A G E , Children of Gays and Lesbians Everyvdiere. holds kids’
support group meetings on the second Monday of each month at (he Love
Makes a Family oRces Mike Bebe, COLAGE national chairman, facak
tales (6 pm, cal h r location: 228-3892.) (9/20/96)
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Portland Bisexual Women is a discussion group for bisexual women
or any woman who may be wondering about her sexuality A forum for
exchanging ideas, feelings, resources and information about bisexuality
Women of any age. race, culture encouraged to attend (7-9pm. second
and fourth Fridays. It s M y Pleasure. 4526 SE Hawthorne B lvd . preregis
ter: 236-0505 or 283 6433 ) (4/7)
Portland Leather M en meets the second Saturday of each month for
a potluck dinner at a member's home (To join, write PLM. 1701
Broadway. Suite 273. Vancouver. WA 98663 )( 5/17/96)
PrideLiner The Resource Line. Prerecorded information in over 20
categories including women's resources, night spots. AC S/H IV. and
more (243-34243 (5 /1 7 /9 6 )
Pride Northw est is an ongoing organization that plans Lesbian/Gay
Pride and other Pride-associated events (PO Box 6611. Portland. OR
97228. 295 9788 ) (6/15 )
Right to Privacy Inc. advocates full cMl rights, human rights and social
equity for lesbians, gay men and bisexuals by informing and educating
policy makers and the general public (921 SW Morrison St . Suite 546.
Portland. OR 97205. 228-5825. fax 228-1104. e-mal rtppacQaol com.)
( 10/ 21)
Service member* Legal Defense Network M p s men and women
hurt by the m ilitary's ban on lesbians and gay men Confidential counseling
available (1-202 328-FAJR) (6/21/96)
Transgressive Sexuality is an open forum for exploration and
discussion vrfiich has as its focus non traditional gender and sexual
identities Men, women and other sexes are welcome. Meets the second
and fourth Thursday* (7 pm. It's M y Pleasure. 4526SE Hawthorne Bfvd)
(5/19)
Trans-P ort is a peer support organization, open to al transgendered
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people ard their famfies Monthly open meetings and prhrste peer support
meetings (PO Box 66913. Portland. OR 97290. 774 9463 >(6/21 /96)