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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 7, 2001)
3 2 ij H t M l ' d e c a m b a f 7 . 2Q 01 * O U tre a c h Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette Empire m eets 7.30 pm on the first and third Tuesday Washington Health of each month at the 30 0 C lu b (300 Liberty S t SE. Salem Ca4 Star Emperor 24 Jack E DeVm e at 50 3304-2270 or Star Em press 24 M organ Lafay at 5 0 3 3 6 2 7419 iscw eO usw estnet .7(11/01) Sexual Minority S ir v ic ti Profact offers individual peer counseling for victim s of dom estic abuse, current or Rainbow Rascals is a parenting group open to all lesbians and gay men w ho have children from birth through preschool M e e ts the second Saturday o f every month m Eugene. (Aquene 541-344-584 7.7(11/01) 360-695-1325. ext. 332 lexphyr420aol.com .) (11/01) Friend* a w eekly support and d iscu ssio n group for African Am erican gay and bi men. m eets from 5 to 7 pm Willamette Valley: Health M en's Support Group, sp o n so re d by Sw eet Spm t M etropolitan Com m unity Church, sh are s concerns, d is c u sse s gay issu e s and su pp orts the M C C community. Womenspace provides a 24-hour hot line and shelter for wom en and children w ho have been abused physically, sexually or em otionaly and plays host to a lesbian and bi wom en s support group (Cnsts. 541-485-6513 Business 541-4858232 Lesbian Alliance 541-302 241 7.7(11/01) (7 pm second Thursday 434 18th St David 503-363 4828 or Joseph 503 363-3392 7 (11 /01) Mentors and Prod gi s (M A P ) is a group of gay men 18 and older M e e ts every second Thursday m C orvalks (Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to P O Box 231. Foster. O P 97345 7 (11 /01) W---------x- past N o fee Se rvice s provided by experienced dom estic violence advocate (309 W 12th A v e . Vancouver g_ _ _ _ _M l_ _ _ _- - J g-l---------1- _A I _ _ _L!_ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _-J r i r w i o , rBniR ivi snu r n v n t n w unnwuiB ana Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advocacy (7-9 pm ttxrd Wednesday first United Methodist Church. 600 State St . Salem Making address PO Box 121. Gates. O P 97346 503-393-9668 or 503-897-2524.) (11/01) Willamette Valley: Recovery Eugene S A A is a 12-step fellow ship for those who are suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is a nonissue. (541-342-5582 ) ( 1 1/01) lesbian, bi and trans issue club It strives to promote toler ance and acceptance toward sexual nmnonties and helps provide social activities and support for students. (W estern Oregon University. Werner University Center. Monmouth 503-838-8000 tnanglealianceOhotrriakcom.)(U /01) Metro: Arts & Music H elp create a Lesbian Art Guild Call the Lesbian Com m unity Project for the date of the next planning m eeting (503-223-0071 o r 503-285-4339 7(11/01) Portland Lesbian Choir w elcom es supportive m em bers and volunteers (503 24 1-899 4) (11/01) Portland Gay M en's Chorus is open to singers, HEALTH___________ I Metro: Anti-violence Bradley-Angle House provides em ergency shelter for fem ale-identified dom estic violence su rvivors and a support group for w om en battered by wom en (An 503-232- 7805) (5/02) Funny Ladies T m and Posey Society is a social group for lesbians 35 and older They meet for a potluck on the second Saturday of each month. E mail new slet ter is free on request. (503-760-0816. HatapsOaol com .7 (5/02) Saturday of the month; m odels and gu ys w ho like to draw are w elcom e to call for more information. (Phillip 503 287 7447. 7(11/01) Genii* Giants of Oregon is a group dedicated to provickng an accepting social environment for chubby men and the men w ho like them that way. (503-241-4535. wwwchubnet.net/gentlegiants) (11/01) Imperial Sovereign Rose Court of Oregon is a tion. training, netw orking and advocacy to m ake sch o o ls Triangle ANianc* is W estern O regon U niversity's gey. W ednesdays (Bnan 503 287 8651.) (11/01) Gay M en'* Drawing Group m eets on the fourth Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays Schools and Youth Team provides inform a safe and fair for all. regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity (541-242-2746.) (5/02) CO Q SU RE is a social group for people w ho were bom or raised female but w ho don't presently identify a s totally female (FTM , butch, boy. e tc ). This includes people w ho w ere bom female or m tersexed and who are unsure of their gender or w ho are considenng changing identity from female to male, gu ys w ho are explonng possibilities for inner and outer gender regard le ss of how the world se e s them, individuals who are not interested in transitioning but identify alw ays or som etim es a s guys, a s well as gu ys w ho are transition ing or have transitioned W e welcom e significant others and m em bers of all sexual orientations in the Portland area (503-471 1515 coqsureOonelist c o m ) (11/01) support m em bers and volunteers. (503-460-3689. www pdxgmc.org.) (11/01) Real Connection is a social gathenng for gay men w ho are artists, w riters o r m usicians or w ho pursue som e creative activity M onthly potlucks on the second Friday (C ad 503-284 2971.) (1 1/01) Roee City Gay Freedom Band is a concert, marching, and sw ing band open to lesbian, gay. bi. trans and support ive m usicians and fnends All levels of atxkty welcome. nonprofit social organization dedicated to raising m oney for charities withm the gay. lesbian, bi and trans com m u nity. (isrcQaol.com. www rosecou rtorg)(1 1/01) Jewish Gay Men's Group-call for m eeting time and place. (503-246-5939. efratmieviQaol com. 7(11/01) Laatherwomen's Supper Club is a social group for wom en who share an nterest in D/S, age-play, clothing fetishes or B/D/S/M . Potlucks and discu ssions are held on third Saturdays. (PO Box 14931. Portland. O P 97293 7 Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) is Portland. O P 97293-3152 organ_mfoQorgan-pdx org www organ-pdx org) (11/01) Portland Bisexual Alliance holds social and political events for tx and bi-fnendfy people, organizes Portland Bi D ay rally and publishes calendar of events. G uest speakers and w orkshops are held 7 pm on the first and third Fridays of the month at Laughing Horse Books. 3652 S E Division St. Open to all (503-775-9717. pbaQtxportland.org. www. txportland. org 7 (11 /01) Portland Leather Alliance is a pansexual. not-for- profit organization dedicated to fostenng a positive com munity for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexualities in general and S/M /leather/fetish m particu lar (503-727-3148 wvrwpdxleathera4iance.org.H U /01) Portland Metro Prim * Timers is a social group for mature gay men and those w ho appreciate them, com ing together for social, educational and cultural pu rpos e s (PO Box 5884. Portland. O P 97228 503-788-1612 or 360-254-1718. pdxpnmetimersQyahoo com. www.geocities.com/pdxpnmetimers.H5/02 ) 5 4 1 4 8 4 62 59 or Sadie 541-485-3282 ) (503-972-1869 rcckOteleport.com. www tekport.com /~rcdc) (11 /01) Southern Oregon: Social Together Works, a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and friends, m eets for socials and d is cu ssio n s of topics of mutual interest. M e e ts second and fourth M o n d a ys (7.30 pm May-September. 7 pm a fun-loving group of women who enjoy exploring all aspects of the environment. Activities include bird watching, nature walks, archaeology, rock collecting, camping, kayak ing. star gazing, an occasional ‘ lecture* and a monthly plan ning potluck. N o experience necessary. (6 45-8 30 pm sec ond Thursday planning meeting 503289-3605 or 503-466-0058. lensrmQaol.com.) (1 1/01) W ednesday at 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. (7-9 pm. 201 S E 12th Ave. 503-223-5907. ext 2 3 3 .7 0 1 / 0 1 ) Lesbian aocial group for women SO and older Wests id« Lesbians at Play enjoy potlucks. gam es, m eets on the third Saturday of the month (4- 7 pm drumming, kayaking, lots of laughter and more. (Grace October-Apnl. First Baptist Church. 125 S E Cow ls St., McMinnville. Don 5 0 3 4 3 4 6266 ) (1 1/01) Young M en's Coffee Talk happens every 503-643-3209) (11/01) Metro: Physical Recreation Adventure Group. Portland's gay and lesbian outdoors group, organizes a variety of activities and social events including hik ing. sking. mountain biking, cam ping and rafting. (503-452-5680. www.adven- turegroup.org.) (11 /01) BiNet Oregon, the state's bisexual and polymory com munity-building outdoor group, organizes regular day adventures, biannual week end cam pouts and annual Northwest regional summer gatherings. (503-680-7958 the lesbian, gay. bi and trans com m unities. (525 N E Oregon S t . Suite 220. Portland. O P 97232. 503-238-0780.H U /01) ( 11 / 01 ) Gay but not happy? D e p re ssio n ? Relationship Cycling Lesbians bi Portland (C U P S) m eets problem s7 Y o u 're not alone Jom our support group for gay men led by experienced gay therapist W illiam D ou glas. M .A. Peaceful, rustic setting Nom inal cost, sliding scale (503-222 7671 liamdougOaol com.) ( 11 / 01 ) twice monthly for bicycle rides. All nding levels wel com e (503254-6971.) M ondsy-Fnday and on a first-come, hrst served w afc-n b asis A lso offers hepatitis A and B testing, treatment, vaccm ations and community education for gay and bi men. (Sixth fiber. 426 S W Stark St 509248-3700.) (1 1/01) Abdill-Ellis Lambda Community Center plays host to social events and gro u p s Call for schedule. (281 Fourth St.. Ashland. O R 97520. Mailing address: P O B o x 9 2 7 Ashland. O P 97520 541 -488-6990 lambdacntrOaol.com. www.aekca org.) (11/01) Washington: Social Sexual Minority Services Project Drop-In Center is a new place to gather in V ancouver for social contact and resources. H o u rs will increase with com m u nity involvem ent. (309 W 12th Ave 360-695-1325. ext 332 www gayvancouverwa org.) (11/01) Willamette Valley: Social Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus rehearses 4-6 3 0 pm Sundays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem . 5090 Center St. N E (541-754-4144 conHuenceOaol.com.)(1 1/01) Marion berry Salon m eets m onthly in Salem for potlucks and d iscu ssio n of b o o ks touching on the le s bian. gay or bi experience. (Cary 503-363-6036. manonberrysalonOaol com .) (11/01) The Lesbian Connection (TLC) Lunch Bunch m eets 11 am Su n d a ys at the French Horn and 5-8 pm on the second Fnday of the m onth at the Fifth Street M arket food court in Eugene. All w om en welcom e. (Bonnie 541-683 2793 ) ( 1 1/01) The Lesbian Sew ing and Project Group, a fun social organization, m eets in C orvallis (Joan 541-928-5745. 7(11/01) The Lesbian Social Group m eets m Eugene to eat. talk, laugh and w ork on projects ranging from sew ing to -artwork to photo album s (541-513-2754.H 1 1/01) Salem 's Lesbian Potluck Group m eets the se c ond W ednesday of each m onth at 6.30 pm. Location varies for this casual, social gathering. (salempotluckOhotmail.com.) (05/02) Th« House of Cunt comedy troupe will turn your belly to Jelly with 21st Csntury Funhouse through Jan. 5 (P O B o x 1082. Portland. O P 97207 503-790-2170 www rambeaux net/regfb 7 (5/02) Asian A Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit voice and com m unity for O regon A sian and Pacific Islander lesbians, bisexuals and gay men. A ctivities include potlucks. recreational outings, retreats, cultural events and w orkshops. Events provide a safe environm ent to meet and connect with other A sia n s and Pacific Islanders (PO Box 826. Portland. O P 97207. 503-299-0120 aplgj)dxOyahoo.com .) ( 11 / 01 ) Bisexual Community Forum is an age and gender inclusive social, support and education network founded m 1980 Activities include dances, potlucks. field trips and a polyam ory interest group M eetings are held on the first and third M ondays (7.30 pm Fled and Black Cafe. Southeast 22nd and Division. Laury 503285-4848 ) Multnomah County Health Department ST D Program offers H IV and S T D testing by appointment Frontrunner and Walkers go out every Saturday ( 11 / 01 ) Metro: General Metro: Sexual Project Q uest, offers individual, group, indoor and out door physical recreation opportunities for people living with H IV and A ID S . (503-493-0288) (1 1/01) m om m g in Eugene. (9 am. 15th and Agate. Hank BiNetOPOpomtHash com. BiNetOrpomtHash com 7 tion and to live sexually healthy lives Orientation is never an issu e (503-452-5961 .7 (11/01) Team Quest, the athletic and exercise program of sexual club in the Northw est, is open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and co n se n su al M onthly m eetings, w orksh o p s and new sletter Helios Counseling offers m ental health se rvice s to S A A is a 12-step program to recover from se x addic and men of all skill levels to play at University of Portland. (8 am-noon Sunday Alex 503-282 7210.) (1 1/01) Rose City D iscussion Club, the largest open pan Metro: Mental Health n g s for gays and lesbans but is open to everyone Meetings at noon daily and 1 pm Sundays (Metropoktan Community Church of Portland. 2400 N E Broadway 7(11/01) Team Portland Tennis Association welcom es women Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Bradfey-Angle H o u se sp o n so rs a support group for queer youth w ho have experienced em otional, physical or sexual ab use in an intimate relationship Free, confidential and safe (An. 503-232-7805 7 (5/02) Lunch Bunch plays host to Alcoholics Anonym ous meet friends, m eets approxim ately every other w eekend D ecem ber through M a y for downhill skiing trips on Portland State University Queers and Allies (503-235-5333 or 888-235-5333 ) (11/01) Belmont S t 503-238-6091 7 (11/01) (PO Box 5352. Portland. O P 97228-5352 503-234-9944 www rdrop.com/users/ramblers.) (11/01) offer educational and social program m ing and support and referral services for people of all orientations and colors. Everyone is invited to participate in activities and m eetings (4 4 1A Smith Memorial Center 503-725-5681 queersandalliesOmailpdx.edu .7(11/01) Portland Women's C risis Lin* operates 24 hours a day. Interpretation se rvice s are available for w om en w ho speak limited or no English social activities for the lesbian and gay recovery com munity. C all for m eeting tim es and activities. (2940-A S E square dance club, dances at m ainstream and plus levels M ount Hood, (www.skiout.org.) (1 1/01) Volunteers of Am erica located m Southeast Portland, offers support groups and drop-in se rvice s to w om en and children w ho are su rvivors of dom estic violence. (Samantha 503- 7 7 1-5503 .7 (5/02) Live and Let Live Club holds 12-step m eetings and (503-203-9160 www portlandgaysoftbaH com.) (11/01) Rosetown Ramblers. Portland’s gay and lesbian in gs N o dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just leather socialization for the past 15 years. (360-896-6665 furryOaracnet.com. 7(11 /01) Family Center Outreach Office a program of Metro: Recovery Rose City Softball Association is an adult softball league for the gay. lesbian and bi com m unity and friends in the Portland m etropolitan area W e offer an open divi sion and a w om en's division. W e are affiliated with the N orth Am erican G ay A m ateur Athletic Alliance Sk i Out. a group of lesbians, gay men. and supportive support and resource referral se rvice s for su rvivors of dom estic and sexual violence (Office: 503-722-2366 C hsis Line. 503-654-2288 ) 0 1/01) uals. couples and gro u p s m a safe, confidential and sup portive environm ent It also offers a Lesbian Support G roup on W ednesday even ings ( l i f t S W 10th Ave 503-294-7440o r 503294-7401. ext 2 0 / 7 .7 0 1 / 0 1 ) (503-2397705. vwvw portlandfrontmnners.org) (5/02) Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday of the month for potluck and socializing. M eet men into a leather lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happen Clackam as Women's Services offers shelter, YW CA of Greater Portland C ounaellng Center offers skdm g fee scale counseling for individ W hether you're a running novice, a triathlete or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay. les bian, bi and trans people of an abilities and interests. ( 11 / 01 ) Brother to Brother is a family of African Am erican gay and bi men dedrcated to the em powerm ent of and im provem ent xi the quality of life within our com m unity Board m eetings at 5 :3 0 p m every third M on day of the m onth (P O Box 3182. Portland, O P 97208 Brian 503-417-7991.) (11/01) 503-642 3360 or 503-331-041 5 7 (1 1 / 0 1 ) Long Yang Club Portland Metro Chapter, a social group for A sian ga ys and lesbians and their friends, m eets for events throughout the metro area (503-7359425 lycpdxQ adoscom .) (05/02) Lulu's Pervy Playhouse is a social group for self- identifying wom en w ho are into S / M Play parties are held on the second Saturday of the month (503 231 3992 lululistQhotmailcom. www spiretech com/-awntie/lulu htm. 7 (11/01) M en's FilmTalk m eets regularly to d isc u ss films. ( mensfilmtalkOhome. com) Mount Hood Queer network professionally and socially (5 03 -70 18 30 2 7(11/01) Northwest Gender ANianc* is a social and support organization for cro ss d re sse rs and transsexuals M onthly open m eetings and socials (PO Box 4928. Portland. O P 97208 5 0 3 6 4 6 2 8 0 2 www teleport com /-nwga )( 1 1/01) Oregon Bears is a social group for bears and their adm irers Newsletter, activities and m onthly social gath erings (503-240-2813 wwworegonbears org ) ( 1 1/01) Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for w om en Participants are responsible for providing their ow n equipm ent and choosing outings appropriate for their skid and fitness level All skid levels welcom e. (503-285-5765 after 10 am.) (11/01) K-9 Club is a group of kindred folks and their d o gs w ho meet to hike and talk in Portland parks on the se c ond Su n day of each month (503-285 2986 ) ( 1 1/01) D o you have a h o rse 7 Looking to get together with wom yn and h o rse s for equestrian activities in the Pacific N orthw est7 Then join the Lesbian Equestrian Group (Denise 50 3654-3865 Lynn 503-7772339 kelravOrdrop.com. 7 (11/01) Lesbian Garden Club is a group of w om en w ho love gardens and gardening They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragem ent while having a good time Please call or e-mail for a cop y of the newsletter and inform ation about upcom ing events (Kathe 5 0 3 9 0 9 2 0 0 2 IgcoregonOaol com. 7(11/01) Out Dancing teaches dancing for sam e sex couples Metro: Spirituality Ainsw orth United Church of Christ is a multiracial, multicultural, open and affirm ing church Su n d ay w orship is at 10 am. and church school for children runs concurrently (2941 N E Ainsworth S t 503-284-8767 auccOteleport.com.)(11/01) Anawim Community of gay men m eets w eekly for C hristian m editation and prayer (7 3 0 pm Thursday. 503-281-0722 7(5/02) Bridgeport Community Church (U C O is a grow mg com m unity of progressive, political people explonng and celebrating the Christian faith. W e are multicultural, lesbian, gay. bi and straight, and our children are valued m em bers (10 30 am Sunday 621 N E 76th Ave. 503 25 8-099 2) (11101) Community of St. Andrew invites all to join a diverse Catholic faith com m unity for prayer and fellow ship. (9 3 0 am Sunday 806 N E Alberta St. 50 3 2 8 1 4 4 2 9 X 1 1 / 0 1 ) at Sally M a c k 's Sch o o l of D ance C la sse s for different dance styles start the first Friday o f each month. Dignity Portland m eets for M a ss on Su n d ays (503 23 6-512 9) (11101) Eastroe* Fellowship Unitarian UnhmrsaNst. a wel com ing congregation, offers Sunday service and chW ren's rekpous education at 10.30 am (1133N E 181st Ave.. Gresham 503-665-2628 eastroseOtelepon com ) (5/02) O RG AN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling Association m eets 3 30 pm Su n d ays at Hollyw ood social club for gay men w ho enjoy being nude M onthly potlucks and events G u e sts are invited to attend two events before d e cxln g on m em bershp (PO Box 3152. Lanes Celebrating its 24th se aso n D rop-m s w elcom e anytim e (4030 N E Halsey S t Making address P O Box 80002. Portland. O P 97208-1002 5 03293-0438 The bowtpdxOao! com www pdxbowl com 7 (5/02) (5 0 3 -2 6 2 6 9 4 7 ) (11/01) Estacada United Methodlet Church Reconciling C ongregation w here w e reeky mean
