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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)
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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