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5.2002 O U treach support groups and resources for the sexual mtnonty community and its friends Comprehensive monthly newsletter. Prizm. details local groups and events (281 Fourth S t . Ashland. OR 97520 M ating address PO Box 927 Ashland. OR 97520 5 4 1 4886990 lambdacntr@aol com *w w aek.cs o rg ) (5/02) C hrysalis provides support and education for people involved and interested m the southern Oregon trans community (7 pm second Saturday A b d ti EHts Community Center. 771 Siskiyou B lvd . Ashland 5 4 1 48 8 6 9 9 0 PO Box 1793. Klamath Falls. OR 97601 www chrysahs4tg.com ) (5/0 2 ) Klamath Area Lambda Association (KALA) is dedicated to promoting awareness, health, understand**} and acceptance of sexual minorities through education and social activities $20 donation for newsletter; no one denied because of inability to pay (54 1273 2838 PO Box 43 Klamath Falls. OR 97601 kalamfo@aol com.) (5/02) Rogue Valley P arents, Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advocacy (7 pm first Thursday Ashland Fust United M ethodist Church. 175 N Mam St Mailing address PO Box 13. Ashland. OR 97520 541 488 1142 o r 541 -5 1 2 0 3 2 6 ) for female identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for women battered by women (An 503-232 7805) (11/02) Clackamas Women's S ervices offers shelter, sup port and resource referral services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence (O ffice 503-7222366 Cnsis Line 503-654 2 2 8 8 ) ( 5/02) Fam ily C enter O utreach O ffice a program of Volunteers of America located m Southeast Portland, offers support groups and drop-m services to women and children who are survivors of domestic violence. (Samantha 503-771-5503)(5/02) Portland Women's C risis Line offers services for victim s/survtvors of domestic violence and sexual assault. 24- hour cnsis hotline with interpretation serv ices for non English speakers. Advocacy for those filing restraining orders in Multnomah County. Support groups for victim s/survivors of violence, rape/sexual assault and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse All service are free and confidential. (503-235 5333 or 888-235-5333.) 0 1/02) D o e s it g e t an y g a y e r th a n The P h a n to m o f th e O p e ra th ro u g h J u ly 28 a t K e lle r Aud B radlay-Angia House provides individual support and advocacy for queer youth o f all genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (An 503-232-7805 )0 1 /0 2 ) Washington: Community Love Makes a Family Vancouver Parents and Kids Group Everyone is welcome to enjoy a para din ner (sluing-scale donations accepted but not required), talk and play Teen Group meets at the same time (6-8 pm third Monday Children 's Home Society. 309 W 12th Ave 503 2283892 or 360-695 1325. ext 332 ) (5/02) Parents. Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advo cacy (7 pm first Tuesday Library at First Congregational Church. 1220 NE 68th S t . Vancouver 360-695 2200 ourdarkcounty Columbian co m /2 5 7 /) (05/02) Sexual M inority Services Project offers individual peer support by appointment. (360-695 1325. ext. 332) ( 5/02) Metro: Mental Health Helios C ounseling offers mental health services to the lesbian, gay. tx and trans communities (525 NE Oregon S t . Suite 220. Portland. OR 97232 503-238-0780) (5/02) Gay but not happy? Depression? Relationship prob lems7 Join our support group for gay men led by expen enced gay therapist William Douglas. M A. Peaceful, rus tic setting. (503-292-1069 hamdoug@aol com.) (11/02) YWCA o f G reater P ortland Counseling C enter offers sliding fee scale counseling fo r individuals, cou ples and groups m a safe, confidential and supportive environment. Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on Wednesday evenings (17 SW Second Ave 503-294 7440o r 503-294-7401. ext 2 0 /7 .)(1 1 /0 2 ) Willamette Valley: Community AFTER 8 works fo r political change and provides infor mation and referral for sexual mmonties and allies in Benton and Lmn counties (PO Box 1828. Corvatis. OR 97339 5 4 1-752-815 7 .)(W 0 2 ) Im perial Sovereign C ourt o f the W illam ette Empire meets 7:30 pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the 300 Club. (300 Liberty St. SE. Salem Call Star Emperor 24 Jack E DeVme at 503-304-2270 o r S tar Empress 24 Morgan Lafay at 503-362-7419 iscwe@ uswest.net.) (5/02) Metro: Recovery Live and Let Live C lub holds 12-step meetings and social activities for the lesbian and gay recovery com munity Call fo r meeting times and activities (2940-A SE Belmont S t 503 238-6091) (5/02) Lunch Bunch plays host to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at noon darty and 1 pm Sundays for gays and les bians but is open to everyone. (Metropolitan Community Church o f Portland. 2400 NE Broadway ) (5/02) I — — — ■ PmM — im îèii PnilaxiA A . C t s n i n l M u n e uoirimuniry uone^e yuw r*3uai^vii Alliance provides a safe place for aM people to meet and ckscuss issues dealing with queer straxjht interactions and to build alliances through LCC and the greater Eugene area Offers the interactive workshop "Challengsig. Leaning About and Undermining Heterosexism ' (4 pm Tuesday Room 222. Butiim g I. 4000 E 30th Ave 5414635331 gaystraightallianceGmsn com 7(11/02) Rainbow Rascals is open to all gay and lesbian par ents of sim ilar age children (toddler to 7 years) in the Salem area to get together fo r fun and support. (Kim Olsen 503-581 -5102. www rambowrascats org. ) ( 11 /02) M an’s S upport Group, sponsored by Sweet Spint M etropolitan Community Church, shares concerns, dis cusses gay issues and supports the M CC community (7 pm second Thursday 434 18th St David 503363-4828 o r Joseph 503 363-3392 ) (5/0 2 ) M antors and Protégés (M AP) is a group of gay men 18 and older M eets every second Thursday in Corvallis (Send a se lf addressed, stamped envelope to PO Box 231. Foster. OR 97345 ) (5/02) SAA is a 12-step program to recover from sex add* tion and to live sexually healthy lives. Orientation is never an issue. (503-452-5961.) (5/02) Parents, Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advo cacy »i Eugene. (6 4 5 8 45 pm third Mondays First Congregational Church. 1050 E 23rd A v e . Eugene 5 4 1 3 0 2 4 4 2 2 .) (11/02) Parents. Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays S chools and Youth Team provides informa tion. training, networking and advocacy to make schools safe and fair for all regardess of sexual orientation or gender identity (541-242 2746 ) 0 1 /0 2 ) Triangle Alliance is Western O egon Umversrty s gay, lesbian, bi and trans «sue dub It strives to promote tder ance and acceptance toward sexual mmonties and helps provide social activités and support for students (Western Oregon Unversrty. Werner University Center. Monmouth 503-838-8000 trwngJer*ance@botmaà com ) (5/02) Metro: Sexual Multnomah County Health Departm ent STD Program offers HIV and STD testing by appointment Monday-Fnday and on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis Also offers hepatitis A and B testing, treatment, vaccinations and community education for gay and bi men (Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark St 503 248 3700)(11 /02) Washington: Health S txu ftl M in o rity Sowtcos P roject offers individual peer counseling for victims of domestic abuse, current or past No fee Services provided by experienced domestic violence advocate (309 W 12th Ave.. Vancouver 3606951325. ext 332 lezephyr42@aol com ) (5/02) Willamette Valley: Health Womanspaco provides a 24 hour hot Ime and shelter for women and children vb o have been abused physicafy. sexually or emotionaly and plays host to a lesbian and bi women s support group (Crisis 541 485-6513 Business 541485-8232 Lesbian Alliance 541-3022417.) (5/02) Willamette Valley: Recovery Eugana SAA is a 12 step fellowship for those who are suf fering from adtktrve sexual behaviors. Sexual orientation is not an issue (541-3425582 wwweugenesaacomHI 1/02) SOCIAL Asian t P acific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit voice and community for Oregon Asian and Pacific Islander lesbians, bisexuals and gay men. A ctivities include potlucks, recreational outings, retreats, cultural events and workshops Safe environ ment to meet and connect with other Asians and Pacific Islanders (PO Box 826. Portland. OR 97207. 503 299-0120 aplgj>dx@ yahoocom .)( 11/02) Bisexual Community Forum is an age and gender inclusive social, support and education network Activities include dances, potlucks. field trips and a polyamory interest group Meetings are every first Monday. (7 3 0 pm 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Ave Laury 503-285-4848 ) (5/02) and tx men dedicated to the empowerment of and improvement m the quality of life within our community. Board meetings at 5 30 pm every third Monday (PO Box 3182. Portland. OR 97208 Brian 503-417-7991 J (5/02) Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both pri vate and professional, m Washington. Oregon and southern British Columbia. Dinner meetings in Portland area. (503228-6675 casflyersOyahoocom www geocities com/casflyers.) (11/02) COQSURE is a social group for people who were bom or raised female but who don't identify as totally female (FTM. butch, boy. etc 1 This includes people bom female or intersexed and who are unsure of their gender or who are considering changing identity, guys who are exploring possibilities for m ner/outer gender, those who are not transitioning but identify always or sometimes as guys, as well as guys who are transition ing or have transitioned We welcome significant others and members of all sexual orientations. (503-471-1515 coqsureQonelist com.) (5/02) Metro: Arts ft Music Po rtland Lesbian C hoir welcomes supportive mem bers and volunteers (503-241 8 9 9 4 ) (5/02) Real Connectio n is a social gathering for gay men who are artists, w riters or musicians or who pursue some creative activity M onthly potlucks on the second Leatherwom en's Supper C lub is a social group for women who share an interest in D /S. age-play, clothing fetishes or B /D /S /M . Potlucks and discussions are held on third Saturdays. (PO Box 14931. Portland. OR 9 7 2 9 3 )( 5/02) Lesbians Enjoying N ature and Science (LENS) is a fun-loving group of women who en|oy explonng all aspects of the environment. Activities include bird watching, nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazing, an occasional "lecture" and a monthly plan ning potluck. No experience necessary. (6.45-8 30 pm second Thursday planning meeting 503-252-5397 katc@wsi-or.com.) (11 /02) Long Yang C lub Portland. Portland chapter serving GLBT Asians and their fnends with social events and newsletter. (5 03-735-9425 nckmg@ados com .)(11/02) Lulu's P srvy Playhouse is a social group fo r self- identifying women who are into S /M . Play parties are held on the second Saturday o f the month. (503-231 3992. Iuluhst@excite.com. www spiretech.com /--awntie/lulu. htm .) (11/02) Mon's FilmTalk meets regularly to discuss films (filmtalk@ aracnet com) (5/02) Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group fo r families (including dads) Have fun and make connections and friendships with other great fam ilies' (Flora 503-284 0216 o r Jaqueline 503-282 0565.) (1 1/02) M ount Hood Quoor networks professionally and socially. (503-70/ -8302.) (5/02) N orthw est Gander A lliance is a social and support organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals M onthly open meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928. Portland. OR 97208 503-6462802 www teleport.com /-nw ga.) (5/02) Oregon Bears is a social group for bears and their admirers. Newsletter, activities and monthly social gath enngs (5 03-240-2813. w w w oregonbears.org.)(5/02) ORGAN (O regon Regional Gay and Naked) is a social club for gay men who enjoy being nude Monthly potlucks and events Guests are invited to attend two events before deciding on membership (PO Box 3152, Portland. OR 97293-3152 organ_mfo@organ pdx org www organ-pdx org) (11 /02) lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings. No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just leather socialization for the past 15 years (360-896-6665. furry@aracnet com .) (11/02) P ortland M etro Prim e Timer« is a social group lor mature gay men and those who appreciate them, com ing together fo r social, educational and cultural purpos es. (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228 503-286-4613 o r 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimers@ yahoocom. www geoaties.com /pdxprim etim ers.) (11 /02) P ortland S tate U niversity Queers and A llie s offers educational and social programming and support and referral services fo r people of all orientations Tackles issues pertinent to the queer community on campus and beyond Non-PSU students also welcome to attend activities and meetings. (4 4 1A Smith Memorial Center. 1825 SW Broadway. Portland. OR 97201 503-725-5681. queersand¿llies@mail.pdx.edu www queersanda/hes pdx.edu.) (11 /0 2 ) Rose C ity D iscussion Club, the largest open pan- sexual/altem ative sexuality club in the Northwest, is open to alt orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual. M onthly meetings, work shops and newsletter. (503972-1869. rcdc@ teleport.com w w w .rcdc.org.)(11/02) Together W orks, a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and friends, meets for socials and dis cussions o f topics o f mutual interest M eets second and fourth Mondays. (7 30 pm May-September. 7 pm October-April. First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls St.. M cM innville Don 503-434-6266.) (5/0 2 ) Young M en's C offee Talk is every Wednesday at 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. (7-9 pm. 201 SE 12th Ave. 503-223-5907. ext 233.) (5/02) W ashington C ounty Men Talk is an opportunity for gay men living in W ashington County to get together in informal settings on a monthly basis for social interac tion. (6 30-8:30 pm second Fnday. A rt 503-642-2479 or arwil@hevanet co m ) (1 1/02) Westside Lesbians at Play enjoy potlucks. games outside the rules, gathering for events, lots o f laughter and more. For those on the westside or those wifcng to come over to the westside (Grace 503-643-3209.) (5/02) 504 lesbian social group fo r woman meets on O ut 8 About, a lesbian activity group for singles and the third Saturday of the month (4-7 pm. 503-642 3360 o r 503-2863575.) (11/02) couples, holds monthly planning meetings at Hobo's. (7 3 0 pm second Friday. 120 /VW Third Ave. Becca 503 667-9412.) (11/02) Women on W heels (WOW) is a m otorcycle club for all women who like to ride. We meet monthly at Silver Dollar Pizza in Beaverton, sponsor riding clinics and take day trips. (5 pm second Sunday 6940 SW Hall Blvd. ¡enorwh@ao! co m .) ( fl/0 2 ) A Pinochle Group meets at Hobo's weekly for fnenefy games (6 pm Sunday 120 NW Third Ave George 503-760-1248 )(11 /0 2 ) Metro: Physical Recreation Portland Bisexual A lliance holds social and pohti- Adventure Group. Portland's gay and lesbian outdoors cal events for bi and bi-fnendly people, organizes Portland Bi Day rally and publishes calendar of events Guest speakers and workshops are held 7 pm on the first and third Fridays of the month at Laughing Horse Books. 3652 SE Division St (503-7759717. pba@ biportlandorg. www txportlandorg.) (5/02) group, organizes a variety of activities and social events xicludxig hiking, skiing, mountaxi biking, camping and rafting (Mating address. PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 972062201 503-4525680 www adventuregroup org.) (5/02) Friends a weekly support and discussion group for African American gay and bi men. meets from 5 to 7 pm Wednesdays (Brian 503 287 8 6 5 1 ) (5/02) Funny Ladies Toa and Posey S ociety is a social group for lesbians 35 and older They meet for a potluck on the second Saturday of each month. E mail newslet ter is free on request (503-7604816 RatapsQaol com. ) (11 / 02 ) Saturday of the month; models and guys who like to draw are welcome to c a l for more information (Phtiip 503287 7447.) (5/02) Gentle Giants o f Oregon « a group dedicated to support members and volunteers (503-2262588 www pdxgmc o rg ) (5/02) B ra d i« ) fln g fi rienee provides emergency shelter Metro: General Gay Man's D rawing Group meets on the fourth P ortland Gay M a o '. C horus « open to singers, Metre: Anti-violence Rosa C ity Gay Freedom Band is a concert, march ing and swing band open to lesbian, gay. bi. trans and supportive musicians and fnends All levels of ability welcome. (PO Box 1082. Portland. OR 97207. 503-790-2170 www rcglb o rg .) (5/02) B rother to B rother is a family of African American gay Parants, Fam ilies and Friands o f Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advo cacy in Salem (7-9 pm third Wednesday Fust United M ethodist Church 600 State S t . Salem Mailing address PO Box 121. Gates. OR 97346 503393 9668 o r 503-897 2524 ) (5/0 2 ) Fnday (Carl 503 284 2971.) (5/02) providing an accepting social environment for chubby men and the men who like them that way (503 2 4 1 -4535 www chubnet net/gentlegvnts ) (5/02) Im perial Sovereign Rose C ouri o f Oregon is a nonprofit social organization dedicated to raising money for chanties withm the gay. lesbian, bi and trans commu nity (orc@aolcom www rosecourt org ) (5/02) Jew ish Gay Men's C roup caf for meeting time and place (503 2465939 efrmrrtievr@ad/com)(1 1/02) Portland Bieexual Women s a support and dscussion group for bi and quesborxng women. Women of any age. race, ability or cultural origxi are encouraged to attend (Discussion 7 -9 pm second Friday Social fourth week end 503283-6433 pordandbrwomenOaol com ) (5/0/2) P ortland Leather AMance is a pan sexual, nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a positive community for safe, sane and consensual altemative adult sexuali ties n general and S /M /leether/fetish xi particular (503-727-3148 w w w pdxleatheratianceorg)(11/02) P ortland Leather Men meet every second Saturday for potluck and sociafczxig M eet men xito a leather BiNet Oregon, the state’s bisexual and polyamory com- munrty builtkng outdoor group, organizes regular day adventures, bennual weekend campouts and annual Northwest regxinal summer gatherings (503-600- 7956 BiNetOR@pointfta$h com BiNetO rpointflash.com ) (5/02) CycRng Lesbian« in P ortland (C UPS) meets twice monthly for bicycle ndes followed by coffee/breakfast Alt riding levels welcome (503-254-6971.) (11 /0 2 ) Foraat Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Partiapents are responsible for providing the* own equpm ent and choosing outings appropriate for their s k i and fitness level A* s k i levels welcome
