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Imperial Sovereign Court of the Willamette
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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)
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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,
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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)
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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
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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
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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