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Willamette Valley: Community
vaccinations and community education for gay and bi
men (Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark S t 503 248-3700 )
AFTER 8 works for political change and provides infor
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mation and referral fo r sexual mmonties and allies in
Benton and Linn counties (PO Box 1828. Corvallis. OB
97339 5 4 1 -7 5 2 -8 1 5 7 .H \\/02 )
Lane Community College Q ueer-Straight
Alliance provides a safe place for all people to meet and
discuss issues dealing with queer-straight interactions and
to build alliances through LCC and the greater Eugene
area Offers the interactive workshop "Challenging,
Learning About and Undermining Heterosexism " (4 pm
Tuesday Boom 222. Building I. 4000 E 30th Ave
541 463-5331 gaystraightalliance@msn com. 1(11/02)
Rainbow Rascals is open to all gay and lesbian par
ents of similar age children (toddler to 7 years) in the
Salem area to get together for fun and support (Kim
Olsen 503-581 5102 www rainbowrascals org 1(11/02)
M entors and Protégés (M AP) is a group of gay
men 18 and older Meets every second Thursday in
Corvallis (Send a self addressed, stamped envelope to
PO Box 231. Foster. OB 97345 ) 0 1/02)
Parents, Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and
Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advo
cacy in Salem (7-9 pm third Wednesday First United
M ethodist Church, 600 State S t, Salem Mailing
address PO Box 121. Gates, OB 97346
503 292 9668 or 503 897-2524 ) 0 1 /02)
Parents, Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and
Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advo
cacy in Eugene (64 5 -8 45 pm third Mondays First
Congregational Church. 1050 E 23rd A v e . Eugene.
541 302 4 4 2 2 ) (11/02)
11 / 02 )
Lesbians Enjoying
N ature and
Science (LENS) is a
Willamette Valley: Health
Womenspace provides a 24 hour hot line and shelter
for women, men and children who have been abused
physically, sexually or emotionally Spanish speaking
available Plays host to a lesbian and bi women's sup
port group (Cnsis 800-281-2800 Business .
541 485 8232 ) 0 1 /0 2 )
Willamette Valley: Recovery
Eugene SAA is a 12 step fellowship for those who are suf
fenng from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is
not an issue (541-3425582 www eugenesaa com .H I 1/02)
SOCIAL
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tion, training, networking and advocacy to make schools
safe and fair for all, regardless of sexual orientation or
gender identity (541-242 2 7 4 6 1(11/02)
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B ridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and
inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while
building bndges and promoting understanding with the
greater public Honors and stnves for diversity-in its
members, music and audiences (503 242 1675
bndgesvocalensemble@yahoo com
http//com m um ty oregonlive com /cc/bndges.H 11/02)
support members and volunteers Seeking an individual
to fill the role of Music Librarian (503-226-2588
www pdxgm corg.) (11 /0 2 )
P ortland Lesbian C hoir is a nonaudition community
choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and
volunteers (503-241 8994 www plchoir o rg ) (11/02)
Real C onnection is a social gathenng for gay men
who are artists, wnters or musicians or who pursue
some creative activity M onthly potlucks on the second
Fnday (Cad 503 2 8 4 -2 9 7 1 )( 11/02)
Metro: Anti-violence
Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for
female identified domestic violence survivors and a support
group for women battered by women Also provides inch
victual support and advocacy for queer youth of aH genders
who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse
Free, confidential and safe (An 503-232- 7805 )0 1 /02)
Clackamas Woman's Sarvices offers shelter, sup
port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and
sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans fnendly
W heelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls
accepted. (O ffice. 503-722 2366 Cnsis Line
503 6S4 2 2 8 8 .H U /0 2 )
Family C antar O utreach O ffice a program of
Volunteers of America located in Southeast Portland,
offers support groups and drop-in services to women
and children who are survivors o f domestic violence
(Samantha 503 771 -5503. 1(11/02)
Portland Woman's C risis Lina offers services for
victim s/survivors o f 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) (11 /02)
Metro: Mental Health
H ollos Counseling offers HIV+ counseling, medica
tion management and addiction treatm ent to the lesbian,
gay. bi and trans communities An Oregon Health Plan
and Ryan W hite Program provider (525 NE Oregon S t .
»220. Portland. O B97232. 503 674-77771 (11/02)
Gay but not happy7 Depression7 Relationship prob
lems7 Join our support group fo r gay man led by
experienced gay therapist W illiam Douglas. M.A.
Peaceful, rustic setting (503-292-1069
ham doug&aolcom .) (11 /02)
YWCA o f C reator P ortland C ounseling C antar
offers sliding fee scale counseling fo r individuals, cou
ples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive
environment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on
Wednesday evenings (17 SW Second Ave
50 3 29 4 -7 4 40 o r 503-294-7401. ext 2 0 1 7 )0 1 /0 2 )
Metro: Recovery
Lunch Bunch plays host to Alcoholics Anonymous
meetings at noon daily and 1 pm Sundays for gays and les-
txans but is open to everyone (Metropolitan Community
Church o f Portland. 2400 NE Broadway) (11/02)
Metro: Sexual
Multnomah County Health De pa rtment STD
Program offers HIV and STD testing by appointment
Monday Friday and on a first-com e, first served walk-m
basis Also offers hepatitis A and B testing, treatm ent.
fun-loving group of
women who enjoy
explonng all aspects of
the environment
Activities include bird
watching, nature walks,
archaeology, camping,
kayaking, star gazing,
an occasional "lecture"
and a monthly planning
potluck No expenence
necessary.
(6 45-8 30 pm second
Thursday planning
meeting 503-6171989
or lois_k_cunnmg-
ham@uhc.com.)
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Metro: Arts & Music
P ortland Gay M en's Chorus is open to singers,
Parents, Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and
Gays Schools and Youth Team provides informa
HEALTH
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, OB
97293.) (11/02)
Metro: General
Asian A 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. OB 97207
503299-0120 aplg_pdx@yahoo com. 101 /02)
Bisexual Com m unity Forum is an age- and gender
inclusive social, support and education network
Activities include dances, potlucks. field tnps and a
polyamory interest group. Meetings are every first
Monday. (7 30 pm. 3 Friends Coffeehouse. 201 SE
12th Ave Laury 503-285-4848 1(11/02)
11 / 02 )
Lulu's Pervy
Playhouse is a social
group for self-idenlify-
mg women who are
into S/M . Play parties
are held on the second Celebrate the Day
Saturday of the month.
(503-231 -3992 luluhst@excite.com.
www spiretech. co m /- awntie/lulu htm .H 11/02)
of the Dead with Mexican dioramas at Onda Arte Latina
Men's FilmTalk meets regularly to discuss films.
(filmtalk@aracnet com ) ( 11/02)
fessional gay men between their late 20s and early 40s
Portland has more to offer than clubs, and we can prove
it (PO Box 2372. Portland. OB 97217 503-2851414
mfo@pdxgaynet.com www.pdxgaynet.com.) (5/03)
M ount Hood Queer networks professionally and
Young Man’s Coffee Talk is every Wednesday at
socially (503-701-8302) (11/02)
3 Friends Coffeehouse. (7-9 pm 201 SE 12th Ave .7
N orthw est Gender A lliance is a social and support
( 11 / 02 )
organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals.
Monthly open meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928.
Portland. OB 97208 503 646 2802.
www nwgwpdx o rg 7 (11 /02)
W ashington County Men Talk is an opportunity for
gay men living in Washington County to get together in
informal settings on a monthly basis for social interac
tion (6 3 0 -8 3 0 pm second Fnday. A rt 503-642-2479 or
arwil@hevanet com. 7(11/02)
ORGAN (Oregon 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. OB 97293-3152 organ_info@organ pdx.org.
w w w organ-pdx org) (11 /02)
O ver 45 Gay Men's S upport Group is a social
group to discuss common life issues and make new
fnends. We are looking for new members for our bi
weekly meetings in inner Southeast Portland (Gregory.
503232-8392. h u /02)
A Pinochle Group meets at Hobo's weekly for friend
ly games (6 pm Sunday 120 NW Third Ave George
503-760-1248.H11/02)
Portland Bisexual A lliance sponsors social and
political events for bt and bi fnendly people and organ
izes the Portland Bi Day rally. (503-775-9717.
pba@biportland org www biportland org ) (11/02)
COQSURE is a social group for people who were bom
sion group for bi and questioning women Women of
any age. race, ability or cultural ongm are encouraged to
attend Social every fourth weekend (503-283-6433
portlandbiwomen@aol c o m .H I 1 /02)
50+ lesbian social group for women meets on the
third Saturday of the month (4-7 pm 503642-3360 or
503 286-3575 ) 0 1 /0 2 )
Friends is a weekly support and discussion group for
African American gay and bi men. (5-7 pm Wednesdays
Brian 503 287 8 6 5 1 )( 11/02)
Funny Ladies Tea and Posey S ociety is a social
group fo r lesbians 35 and older They meet for a potluck
on the second Saturday of each month E-mail newslet
ter is free on request (503-7600816
llataps@aol.com.) (11/02)
Gay Men’s Drawing Group meets on the fourth
Saturday of the month; models and guys who like to
draw are welcome to call for more information. (Phillip
503-287 7 4 4 7 )0 1 /0 2 )
Im perial Sovereign Rose C ourt o f Oregon is the
oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fundraising orga
nization m the state of Oregon Meetings are the first
two Mondays of each month (www poisonwaters com
or www rosecourt org > 0 1 /0 2 )
Jewish Gay Men's Group— call for meeting time
and place (503246-5939 efraimlevi@aol.com .7(11/02)
l e ather Night and Had Hanky Social is the first
and third Friday of each month at Gad's D irty Duck
(9 pm -m dnight 439 N W Third Ave 503224 8446
pdxsahydg@ aolcom )( 11 /02)
Leatherwomea's S upper Chib is a social group for
Urban U pstarts is an activity and soctal club for pro
Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group for families
(including dads). Have fun and make connections and
friendships with other great families1 (Flora
503-284-0216 o r Jaquelme 503-282-0565 ) (5/03)
Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both
private and professional, in Washington, Oregon and
southern Bntish Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland
area (503-228 6675 casffyersQyaboo com
www geocitiescom /casflyers) ( 11 /02)
or raised female but who don't identify as totally female
(FTM. butch, boy. etc ). This includes people bom female
or mtersexed and who are unsure of their gender or who
are considenng changing identity, guys who are explonng
possibilities for inner/outer gender, those who are not
transitioning but identify always or sometimes as guys, as
well as guys who are transitioning or have transitioned
We welcome significant others and members of all sexual
orientations. Monthly social (503-471-1515 ) 0 1 /0 2 )
cussions of topics of mutual interest. M eets second and
fourth Mondays. (7 30 pm May-September, 7 pm
October-Apnl First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls St..
M cMinnville Don 503 434 6266.H 1 1 102)
Portland Bisexual Women is a support and discus
Portland Leather A lliance is a pansexual. nonprofit
organization dedicated to fostenng a positive community
for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuali
ties in general and S /M /leather/fetish in particular
(503 727-3148 w w w pdxleatheralhanceorg 7(11/02)
Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday
for potluck and socializing Meet men into a leather
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 8966665 furry@aracnet co m 7 (11 /02)
Portland M etro Prim e Timers is a social group for
mature gay men and those who appreciate them, com
ing together for social, educational and cultural purpos
es (PO Box 5884. Portland. OB 97228 503 286-4613
or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimers@yahoo com.
www geocities com/pdxpnmetimers 7(11 /02)
Portland State U niversity Queers and A llies
offers educational and social programming and support
and referral services for 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 (441A Smith
Memonal Center. 1825 SW Broadway. Portland. OB
97201 503 725 5681 queersandalhes@mal pdx edu
www queersandalhespdx edu 7(11 /02)
W estside Lesbians at Play enjoy happenings on
the west side of town; potlucks. kayaking, talking, lots
of laughter and more Anybody play backgammon7
(Louise 503 643-3209 7(11/02)
Women on Wheels (WOW) is a motorcycle club for
aH women who like to nde. We meet monthly at Silver
Dollar Pizza in Beaverton, sponsor riding clinics and
take day tnps. (5 pm second Sunday. 6940 SW Hall
Blvd /enorwh@aol. com. 7(11/02)
4030 NE Halsey S t Mailing address: PO Box 80002.
Portland. OB 97208-1002 503-293 0438
bowlpdx@aol com. www pdxbowl com .) (11/02)
W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner. P ortland Frontrunners welcome gay.
lesbian, bt and trans people of all abilities and interests.
(503-819-4626 www.portlandfrontm nners. org 7 (11 /02)
P o tte r's House M inistries offers dancing every
third Saturday of the month. (7-10 pm 3830 SE 62nd
Ave. 503-775-5024. h u /02)
Rose C ity S o ftb a ll A ssociation is an adult softball
league for the gay, lesbian and bi community and friends
in the Portland metropolitan area, offers an open divi
sion and a women's division and are affiliated with the
North Amencan Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance
(503-4509999 w w w portlandgaysoftballcom .ni 1/02)
Rosetown Ramblers Portland's gay and lesbian
square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus lev
els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OB 97228 5352
www.rosetownramblers com .7 (11 /02)
Swim Team for the gay and lesbian community offers
coached workouts fo r all skill levels. Come swim with
the Pups and improve your health and techniques
Practices are at the Grant High School pool (Megan at
gbay214@yahoo com. www geocities com/swim pdx 7
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11 / 02 )
Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange meet
Team Oregon organizes athletes to participate in the Gay
first Saturday of the month. Let s break bread together,
share cooking tips and good food, and meet new
friends. (Jeanette or Monica 503-591 1823.
¡vr@pcez c o m .H I 1/02)
Games Nov. 2-9. 2002, in Sydney, Australia. If you want to
participate in the opening and closing events, you must be
part of Team Oregon (www teamoregonusa.com) (11 /02)
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventure Group. Portland's gay and lesbian out
doors group, organizes a vanety of activities and social
events including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, camping
and rafting. (PO Box 2201. Portland. OB 97208-2201
503-452-5680 www.adventuregroup.org.ni 1/02)
BiN et Oregon is a statewide organization that
encourages networking within the bisexual community
as well as among others in the sexual minonties com
munity We play host to numerous social events, month
ly munches and an annual gathenng. (503-622-1178.
www bmetor. org 7 (11 /02)
Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for
women Participants are responsible for providing their
own equipment and choosing outings appropnate for
their skill and fitness level All skill levels welcome
(Tami 503-659 2782. ncc 1127@hotmail com.
www geocitites.com /nccl 127/forestpdx.H 1 1/02)
The Gay Women's G olf Group welcomes all levels
of players. (503-380-1020. pgwgg@yahoo.com.)
( 11 / 02 )
The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for
equestnan activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise
503-654 3865 Lynn 503-777-2339 kelrav@ rdropcom.)
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11 / 02 )
Lesbian Garden C hib is a group of women who
love gardens and gardening They exchange plants,
seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good
time CaH or e-mail for a copy of the newsletter and
information about upcoming events (Kathe
5 0 3 9092002 lgcoregon@aol com ) (11 /02)
Rose City Discussion Club. the largest open pan
sexual/altematrve sexuality club m the Northwest, is
open to aH orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are
safe, sane and consensual M onthly meetings, w ork
shops and newsletter (503972-1869
rcdc@ teleport.com. www rcdc org 7 (11/02)
Out Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples
at Ankeny Street Studw Classes for different dance
styles start the first Friday and first Sunday of each
month Also a monthly dance social. (503-23& 5I29
out_dancing@yahoo com) (11 /0 2 )
Together Works a confidential group for lesbians,
gays, bisexuals and friends, meets for socials and dls-
Aeeociation is m its 25th season' M eets Sundays at
Hollywood Lanes Drop-ms welcome anytime (3 30 pm
TRo P m d ln m l ( ! n u mmA I — LI
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T rilliu m M o rris Dancers welcomes all orientations
and genders to join in a vigorous and celebratory
English dance tradition, practicing weekly for informal
summer performances. (6:30 pm Monday
503-234-4594. moms@eastsidewebsites com
www eastsidewebsites.com /m om s 7(11 /02)
Women's R ecreational Basketball N ight is every
Monday at James John School Bnng light and dark
T-shirts Newcomers welcome! (7.15-830 pm 7439 N
Chadeston St $3.7(5/03)
Southern Oregon: Social
Abdill-Ellis Lambda Community Center plays host
to social events and groups Call for schedule (717
Siskiyou Blvd . Ashland Mailing address: PO Box 927.
Ashland. OB 97520 541-488-6990 www abdeHis org 7
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Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
The OUTdoor Group is a fnendly. inclusive bunch of
Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating, mushroom
hunting, skiing, hot springing and just about any other
activity you can dream up Occasional weekend camping
(Kim 541-484-2147 kims@efn org
www outdoorgroup o rg ) (11/02)
Frontrunner and Walkers go out every Saturday
mommg m Eugene (9 am 15th and Agate Hank
5 4 1 484 6259 o r Sadie 5 4 1 -485-3282 7 (11 /02)
The Eugene GLBT Tennis Group gets together
weekends to play fo r fun and exercise Open to a i ages
and skiH levels (kfranken8@yahoo.com ) (11/02)
Willamette Valley: Social
Confluence! The WDismette Valley Mixed
GALA Chorus rehearses 4 6 30 pm Sundays at
Unitarian Universalis! Congregation of Salem, 5090
Center St NE (541-754-4144 con/lueoce@aot com