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26 ▼ m arch 2 1 , 1097 T ju st out out about town assistance Call 1 800-621 1646 from elsewhere in Oregon A service of the Oregon Council on Alcoholism and Drug Addiction (7/97) The A n ti-V io le n c e Lin e, 7 99 1703 helps compile statistics on hate crimes and gives victims a chance to talk to someone sympa thetic Outside Portland call 1 -8 0 0 -7 9 6 -1 7 0 3 A service of the Lesbian Community Project (7/97) B a tte re d L e sb ia n O u tre a 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 Washington County, as well as one-on-one support, referrals and advocacy Open to women escaping domestic violence by a woman partner Lesbian facilitator. Child care provided (Jane 948 7579 ) (10/96) B a tte re d Le sb ia n 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 in their relationships with women (Womenspace. Eugene Carrie 541 -485 6513 ) (7/97) B ra d le y A n g le H o u s e provides a weekly, confidential battered lesbian support group Confidential intakes. Groups facilitated by lesbians Child care provided; donations accepted (Erika 232-7812) (5/97) Call the B ia s C rim e U n it of the Portland Police. 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 911 (10/96) C la c k a m a s W o m e n 's S e rv ic e s and the P o rtla n d W o m e n 's C ris is Lin e offer a free, confidential domestic violence support group for lesbians (Joyce Baxter at FWCL 232-9751. Toni Hughes at CW S 722 2366 ) (3/97 ) The D o m e s tic V io le n ce 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 (640-117 1 )1 10/96) Le sbia ns d e s e rve lives free of v io le n ce . Battered lesbian support groups facilitated by lesbians Confidential intakes Child care provided, donations accepted (Sandi 289 6 8 6 9 ) (10/96) The W o m e n 's Inte rve ntion G ro u p is an ongoing group for lesbian and bisexual women who use physical or emotional violence to hurt and intimidate their partners Facilitated by Julie O'Donnell. MSW. and Sharon Bowland. MSW (5-7 pm W ednesday $10-$15 pe r session Phoenix Rising 223 8299 7 (9/97) MUSIC SPIR ITUALITY SOCIAL A m p le O p p o rtu n itie s organizes many activities for large women (245-1524 7(7/97) B a d G irls 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. (PO Box 17254. Portland. OR 97217-0254 7(7/97) B ise xu a l C o m m u n ity F o ru m is celebrating 16 years of service to Portland's bisexual, bi-friendly and bi-curious women, men and couples Socials held on second and fourth Wednesdays. (7:30 pm Utopia Coffeehouse. 3320 SE Belm ont S t Laury 285-4848.) (3/97) B L A S T T Bisexuals. Lesbians, and Straights Talking Together, is a discussion group for all women Meets on Wednesday evenings. (Catherine 233-1979. K'Ronda 282 8586 7 (7/97) C a s c a d e B e a rs is a group of like-minded men who support and further the Bear Movement for bears and their admirers in the North west (625 S W 10th Ave . Suite 125. Portland. OR 97205-2788 $15 p e r year membership dues.) (7/97) C h a p s is an organization dedicated to teaching men the tenets of safe, sane and consensual S /M Learn the ropes from the more experienced players (321-5139 7(7/97) F u n n y La die s T e a and P o se y S o c ie ty meets on the first Saturday evening of the month for a potluck. Lesbians 35 and older; singles, couples and campers welcome. Some outdoor activities. Monthly newsletter $9 per year (234-1383. 7 (7/97) G e n tle G ia n ts of O re g o n is a social group for chubby men and their admirers. (PO Box 1844. Portland. OR 97207. Chub Line 241-4535 7 (7/97) A ffirm a tio n -P o rtla n d C h a p te r welcomes gay and lesbian M or mons. their families and friends for social, fun and support activities (6 pm third Sunday o f the m onth M etropolitan Com m unity Church Portland. 2400 NE Broadway 612-0477. 7(5/97) A th e is t C o m m u n ity C e n te r of O re g o n welcomes people of all sexual orientations and offers realistic alternatives to supernatural beliefs. (7:30pm Tuesday 415 S W 13th Ave 241 9268 7 (3/97) C o n g re g a tio n N e ve h S h a lo m (conservative) sponsors gay and lesbian outreach. Monthly meetings, services and other events. All interested people are invited to attend. (Sheri Cordova 246-8831 7 (7/97) T h e D o w n to w n C h a p e l. St. Vincent de Paul Catholic parish, welcomes everyone Monthly Mass offered for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Catholics and their friends and supporters. (601 W Burnside S t Roger 223-5907. ext. 130. 7(2/97) D ig n ity -P o rtla n d . the national organization of lesbian, gay and bisexual Catholics, their families, friends and lovers, welcomes all to weekly Mass. (7:30 pm Saturday S t Stephen 's Episcopal Church. 1432 S W 13th Ave PO Box 6708. Portland. OR 97228 295-4868 ) (7/97) East V a n c o u v e r U n ite d M e th o d is t C h u rc h is a Reconciling Congregation that welcomes all. (10 am Sunday 5701 M acArthur Blvd 360-693-4 761.) (8/97) F irs t C o n g re g a tio n a l C h u rc h , an Open and Affirming Congrega tion, welcomes gay men. lesbians and bisexuals. Wheelchair acces sible. (1 0 3 0 am Sunday. 1126 S W Park Ave 228-7219 7 0 0/96) K 9 C lu b is a group of kindred folks and their dogs who meet to hike and talk in Portland parks. (285-2986 7(7/97) F irs t C o n g re g a tio n a l C h u rc h U C C V a n c o u v e r is an Open and Affirming Congregation that welcomes people of all sexual orienta tions. Wheelchair accessible. (9.45 am Sunday 1220 NE 68th St. 360-693-1476 ) (9/97) Le sbian G a rd e n C lu b is a social network for lesbians interested in gardening Newsletters, plant exchanges and social outings (N icki 2 8 7 -6 1 2 0 .)() 1/96) F irs t U n ita ria n C h u rc h of P o rtla n d welcomes lesbians, gay men and bisexuals (8.30. 10 and 11:30 am Sunday 1011 S W 12th Ave 228-6389. B ill 236-2830 ) 0 /9 7 ) Le sb ia n s u p p o rt g r o u p fo r w o m e n 9 0 a nd o v e r meets on the third Saturday of every month (7-10 pm 281-4424, 331-0415.) (7/97) F o o d fo r the S o u l is a monthly discussion group that explores different spiritual paths that are welcoming to gay men, lesbians bisexuals and people with HIV. Sponsored by Project Quest. (7.30- 9 pm second W ednesday First Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1816 N W Irving S t N elly Kaufer 239-3915.) (8/97) L e sbia ns E n jo y in g the S c ie n c e s is a field trip-oriented group for lesbians who enjoy the natural sciences, e g., geology, botany, birdwatching and astronomy. (Noon-2 pm third Sunday potluck and planning m eeting 280-0168 ) ( \/9 7 ) P o rtla n d G a y M e n 's C h o ru s meets most Monday evenings Singing membership is open to all qualified singers, but nonsinging members are also needed to help with production (6 30-9 30 pm M CC Portland. 2400 NE Broadway C all fo r audition o r membership inform ation 617 7462. 699 8586 7 (4/97) L e s b O S (Lesbians of Size) is a social and support group for size- accepting lesbians of any size. (7-9 pm third Thursday 246-4382.) (5/97) Full C irc le T e m p le is a "universe-ity,- sanctuary and place of worship for women of all ages offering workshops, song and drum circles, meditation rooms, altars of celebration and what you bring to share Classes on a donation basis. Temple priestesses and drop-in women visitors welcome. (10 am -10 pm daily. 3125 E Burnside St. 238-0675. 7(5/97) 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 (598-3442. 7 (7/97) G a y M e n ’ s S p iritu a l C o n n e c tio n G ro u p is a nondenominational Christian fellowship group now forming for gay and bisexual men (Alan o r Lee 230-8070.) (9/97) The P o rtla n d L e sb ia n 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. P ortland. O R 97 20 7 241-8994. h ttp ://w w w g e o c itie s c o m / W estH ollyw ood/5912/ 7 (9/97) O u t D a n c in g teaches partner dancing for sa m e -se x co u p le s Learn to dance the rumba, cha-cha, mambo. country partner, country line. East and West Coast swings, nightclub two-step, tango, waltz and more Classes start at the beginning of each month and last for one month (7-8 30pm Fridays Above Choices Pub. 2845 SE Stark S t $7 per person 236-5129.) (T797) T h e G o d C o n n e c tio n -N e w T h o u g h t C o m m u n ity C h u rc h with the Revs Berdell M offett and Casey Chaney, celebrates liberal, practical Christianity (10 am Sunday 12385 SW Allen Blvd . Beaver ton 643- 759 ?./(12/96) B rid g e s. Portland's gay. lesbian and bisexual vocal ensemble, ac cepts new members in the fall The group rehearses Wednesday evenings. Administrative support persons are always needed (C all to schedule an audition o r book a perform ance 242-1675 .7(7/97) Rose C ity G a y Fre e dom B a n d is a concert band open to lesbians, gay men and supportive friends Bring your instrument and a music stand Don't play an instrument or sing, but still want to join in the fun? Become a Band Aid or a member of the p e rform a nce flag co rp s (Band rehearsal 6-8 pm Sunday Piedmont Presbytenan Church, 5760 NE Cleveland Ave PO Box 1082. Portland. OR 97207 790-2170 ) (4/97) RECOVERY G a y , L e sb ia n a n d B i R a in b o w G ro u p of V a n c o u v e r holds nonsmoking AA meetings every Monday (8 pm Personalities. 115 E Seventh S t 360 694 5068 ) (12/96) L iv e a n d Le t L iv e C lu b offers lesbian and gay 12-step programs Call for calendar and meeting times. (2940-A SE Belm ont St. 460 9404 7 (7/9 7 ) R a in b o w A l-A n o n meets on Saturdays at the Alano Club Board- room (5 30-6 45 pm 909 N W 24th Ave 222-5756 7(7/97) R ational R e c o v e ry meets two 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 (7 pm Monday. 6pm Fnday 415S W 13th Ave C liff W alker 239 5359 7 (4/97) T ria n g le P ro je c t .it ASAP Treatment Services provides gay-spe cific alcohol and drug counseling Fees adjusted or waived Call the intake coordinator Monday through Friday and ask for a Triangle Project appointment (2 130 S W F ifth Ave 224-007 5 7(12/96) R o se C ity D is c u s s io n C lu b is open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual Monthly meetings and newsletter All are welcome. (PO Box 1370. Clackamas. OR 97015. 650-7052 7(3/97) R o se to w n R a m ble rs. Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream, plus and advanced levels. (7-9 45 pm W ednesday Trinity U nited M ethodist Church low er level. 3915 SE Steele S t PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228 234-9944. h ttp .// www rdrop com /users/ram blers 7 (3/97) Q u e e r N ig h t at L a L u n a is an all-ages event The fabulous dance room features a different mix of music each week, sometimes with live bands! (9pm M onday 2 l5 S E N in th A ve $3. $4 under21. 241-LUNA.) (2/97) T h e Real C o n n e c tio n is a social gathering for gay men who are artists, writers, musicians and creative in all the disciplines Informal potluck gatherings on the second Friday of every month. (C all fo r m eeting details Todd288-4736. M ike 282-0107 .7(7/97) S W W a sh in g to n G a y a n d L e sb ia n S o c ia lite s is a group of people getting together outside the bar scene for hikes, trips, cruises, cam ping, po tlucks and game nights. (M ike 3 6 0 -7 3 5 -1 9 0 1 . 360-992-1032 ) (7/97) 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 hosting or nonhosting member and have a "home away-frorrvhome' experience (598-3442 .7 (7/97) TRAVEL SERVICE Jo u r n e y C a th o lic C o m m u n ity conducts Mass at 6 pm on Sun day. All are welcome at the table. (St. Stephen 's Episcopal Church. 1432 S W 13th Ave 323-2406 ) (12/96) L a ke O s w e g o U n ite d C h u r c h of C h r is t is an Open and Affirming Congregation that welcomes people o f all sexual orienta tions. (10 30 am Sunday 1111 S W C ountry Club Road 635-4348. h ttp .//w w w teleport.com /~ repm ail/loucc.htm l.) (7/97) Le sbia n and G a y M e d ita tio n G ro u p meets for meditation in the Buddhist Vipasana tradition; discussion follows. (7.30 pm Thursday 2538 NE Broadway Greg 727-3575 7 (3/97) M e ta n o ia P e a ce 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. (John Schw iebert 281-3697. 7(3/97) Ellis (10 am m editation, 10:30 am coffee. 11 am service 8678 NE Sum ner S t 287-3518 ) (4/97) P o t t e r '» H o u s e is an evangelical and charismatic Christian church open to everyone, with special emphasis on meeting the needs o f the community. Bill Roberts, pastor. (Sunday: 9:30 am B ible study. 10 30 am w orship. W ednesday: 7 pm w orship and B ible study 3830 SE 62nd Ave 775-5024 ) (11 /96 ) R a d ica l Fa e rie s co-creates spirituality with nature, subverts unifor mity and practices the politics of play. (235-0826. 7(7/97) S t. Ja m e s L u th e ra n C h u rc h , a Fteconciled Congregation, wel comes all (9 and 11 amSunday 1315 S W Park Ave. 227-2439 7(7/97) S t. P h ilip N e ri's Pa u list C e n te r sponsors Catholic gay and lesbian outreach with Mass, followed by socializing. (7 30 pm Friday 2408 SE 16th Ave 231-4955. 7(7/97) S t. S te p h e n 's E p isco p a l C h u rc h is an Open and Affirming Congregation. Rector, the Rev. Constance A. Hammond. (W ednes day. 12:10 pm Eucharist and healing service Sunday: 7 45 am Eucha rist. 10 am Eucharist with choir. Sunday school and nursery. 1432 S W 13th Ave 223-6424 7(7/97) S ts . C y ril a nd M e th o d iu s C h u rc h has reorganized and become an independent, nondenominational Sabbatarian church. Offering Sab bath services. Bible study, counseling, social activities and a newslet ter. The Rev. Paul Verhaeren. pastor. (1911 NE Shannon Drive. Hillsboro. OR 97124 693-0963 7(8/97) S e v e n th -d a y A d v e n tis t K in s h ip In te rn a tio n a l offers spiritual, emotional and social support to present or former SDAs who are gay or lesbian. A not-for-profit organization. Monthly activities and a newsletter are offered in the Portland area (Local office: PO Box 33104. Portland. O R 97233 244-0286 N ational office: PO Box 7320. Laguna Niguel. CA 92677. 714-248-1299 ) (7 /9 7 ) S h a lo m M in is trie s is open to all gay- and lesbian-friendly people Spiritual fellowship on W ednesday at 6:30 pm. Coming out. grief, and reconciling religion and homosexuality counseling and groups available. United Methodist pastor, the Rev. Jeanne G. Knepper (760-4215 7 (7 /9 7 ) S is te rS p irit is women sharing spirituality All women welcome. Most events are wheelchair accessible. (Suite 426. 408 S W Second Ave PO Box 9246. Portland. OR 97207 294-0645. 7(1/97) S o u th m in s ta r P re sb y te ria n C h u rc h welcomes people of all sexual orientations Wheelchair accessible; Sunday school and nurs ery care available. Pastors are Jim Petersen and Laurie Miller (Sunday: 9:30 and 11 am in winter, 10 am in summer. 12250 S W Denney Road. Beaverton. OR 97008 644-2073. 7(5/97) U n iv e rs ity P a rk U n ite d M e th o d is t C h u rc h is a Reconciling Congregation that welcomes and affirms all persons regardless of sexual orientation. (9 55 am Sunday 4775 N Lom bard S t Rev Deedee W alters 289- 7843 )0 /9 7 ) SPORTS The A d v e n tu re G ro u p . Portland's gay and lesbian outdoors group, organizes a variety of activities and social events including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, camping and rafting. (452-5680.) (5/97) F O R E S T G ro u p outings are cooperative adventures for women only. Participants are responsible for providing their own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level (235-1712 7(8/97) P o r t la n d G a y a n d L e s b ia n C o m m u n it y B o w lin g A s s o c ia tio n 's league bowling began Jan. 5. and runs through May Everyone is welcome. (11 am and 5 pm Sunday 20th Century Lanes. 3550 SE 92nd Ave $7.50 p e r session Renee 231-7085, Tom 293-0428. o r send an SASE to PCBA. PO Box 851. Portland. OR 97207. 7(3/97) R o se C ity S o ftb a ll A s s o c ia tio n is Oregon’s only nationally affiliated gay and lesbian softball league. Friendly competition for all skill levels Players provide their own equipment. Fall and spring season play; ASA sanctioned Nonplayers who want to volunteer are welcome. (O pendivision Roy 246-7678 W om en's division: Toni 736-9733, Kim 360-834 0629 General: Jim 281-7637. 7(9/97) M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h P o rtla n d s a community coming together to proclaim through words and action the message of God's loving presence in all creation. The Rev Roy A. Cole, pastor. (Services: 10 am Sunday, 7 pm Wednesday. O ffice hours: 9 am-5 pm M onday-Friday 2400 NE Broadway 281 6868 /(7 /9 7 ) T e a m P o rtla nd A q u a tic C lu b is an organized masters swim team for all swimming levels and interests. (Jill 228 1596 7 (8/97) M e tro p o lita n C o m m u n ity C h u rc h of the G e n tle S h e p h e rd is a Christian congregation that celebrates God's love for everyone. Services are open to all. The Rev Teresa L. Nunn, pastor. (6 pm Sunday 4505 E 18th St.. Vancouver. Wash PO Box 5094, Vancouver. WA 98668 360-695-1480 ) (10/96) T e a m P o rtla n d T e n n is A s s o c ia tio n is a club for lesbian, gay and bisexual tennis players of all levels The team plays every Sunday morning, publishes a newsletter, and holds occasional business meet ings and social tennis mixers New members always welcome. (C arol 23 1-0 949 ) (8/97) P e a c e C h u rc h of the B re th re n celebrates and affirms the image o f God in persons of every age. gender, race and sexual orientation. ( I I am Sunday 12727 SE M arket S t 254 6380 ) (12/96) F IT S W inte r B o w lin g Le a gu e meets at Pro 300 Bowl from Septem ber to April. Thirty-six teams participate; the largest league of any kind in Oregon (7 pm Friday. 3525 S E 31st Ave Doug 788-6367. 7(4/97) P o rtla n d Faith C o m m u n ity is a nondenominational church that expects and enjoys diversity. Sunday services led by the Rev Georgia Join a g a y a n d le sbia n p o o l le a gu e affiliated with the Oregon Pool Amateur League All skill levels welcome; sanctioned by the American One SW Columbia Suite 1010 Portland, OR 97258 (503) 227-3639 1-800-248-0624 FAX (503) 227-0602 HALLOWEEN SAILING CRUISE OCT. 26 TO NOV. 1 1997 Sail through the beautiful British Virgin islands aboard Michael Scott rol filift *■!« BABA the “S /V Flying Cloud.” F a te s include all meals, open bar, David Tarver port charges and gratuities. Fre and p o st packages f r im u iA a n q y A ^ MFMBFR KïfA in S t. Thomas also available. A ir fare extra. Pick up Just out here! RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY—SUBJECT TO CHANGE Smart P a rt i/atidatiox
