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Portland Gay M an's Chorus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers Seeking an individual
to fill the role of Music Librarian (503 226 2588
www pdxgmc org J(1 1/02)
HEALTH
Metro: Anti-violence
Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter tor
female-identified domestic violence survivors and a support
group for women battered by women Also provides indi
vidual support and advocacy for queer youth of all genders
who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse
Free, confidential and safe (An 503-232 7805) (11 /02)
Clackamas Woman's Services offers shelter, support
and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual
violence Lesbian, bi and trans fnerxfy Wheelchair accessi
ble TTD. relay calls and collect calls accepted (Office:
503 7222366 Cnsisbne 503654 2288 ¿(11/02)
Fam ily C enter O utreach O ffice a program of
Volunteers of Amenca located m Southeast Portland,
offers support groups and drop-in services to women
and children who are survivors of domestic violence
(Samantha 503■ 771-5503 1(11 /0 2 )
Portland Women's Crisis Line offers services for vie-
tims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault 24
hour ensis hotlme with interpretation services for non
English speakers Advocacy for those filing restraining
orders in Multnomah County Support groups for
victims/survivors of violence, rape/sexual assault and adult
survivors of childhood sexual abuse All service are free
and confidential. (503235-5333 or 888 2355333 7(11/02)
Metro: Mental Health
Helios Counseling offers HIV counseling, medication
management and addiction treatment to the lesbian,
gay. bi and trans communities An Oregon Health Plan
and Ryan White Program provider (525 NE Oregon S t .
*220. Portland. OR 97232 503-674-7777.)(11/02)
M eaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group for
trans women looking for connection and community
Facilitated by Beth Richman, LCSW (503-754-6(45
bethnchmanlcsw@word obedm e d u ) (5/03)
Support group fo r gay men led by experienced
gay therapist William Douglas, M A Peaceful, rustic
setting (503-292-1069 liamdoug@aol co m ) ( 11/02)
YW CA o f G reater Portland Counseling C enter
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou
ples and groups m a safe, confidential and supportive
environment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on
Wednesday evenings ( 1 7 SW Second Ave
503-294-7440o r 503-294-7401. ext 2 0 1 7 ) 0 1/02)
Metro: Recovery
Lunch Bunch plays
host to A lcoholics Anonym ous
to check out the
Gay Baginnars
m eetings at 6 :3 0 pm
Fridays (Alano Club. 909 N W 24th St.. Second Floor
503-452-5961 w w w portlandsaa o rg ) (5 /0 3 )
Men's FilmTalk meets regularly to discuss films
private and professional, in Washington. Oregon and
southern Bntish Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland
area (503 2286675 casffyers&yahoo com
www geocihes.com/casftyers ) (5/03)
(filmtalk@aracnetcom.)(1 1 /0 2 )
Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday
afternoon Sign up on the email list at www techn-
odyke com/dykemght (dykenightportlandQyahoo c o m )
third Saturday o f the m onth. (4-7pm 5 0 3 6423360 or
503-286 3575 ) ( 1 1 /0 2 )
Friends
vacanatw ns and com m unity education for gay and tx men
(Sixth Floor. 426 SW Starli St 503-248-3700 )0 1 /0 2 )
A frican Am erican gay and tx m en (5-7 pm Wednesdays
Brian 50328 7 8 6 5 1 .7 (1 1 /0 2 )
Funny Ladies Tea and Posey Society
is a social
provides a 24-h o u r hot line and shelter
fo r w om en, m en and children w ho have been abused
physically. sexuaKy o r em otionally Spanish speaking
Mount Hood Queer networks professionally and
socially (503-701-8302.) ( 1 1/02)
Northwest Gender Alliance is a social and support
organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals
Monthly open meetings and socials (PO Box 4928,
Portland. OR 97208 503-646-2802
www nwgwpdx orp 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. OR 97293-3152 organjnfryQorgan-pdx org.
wwworgan-pdx.org) (11 /0 2 )
a social
group to discuss com mon life issues and m ake new
fnends. W e are looking for new m em bers fo r our bi
Gay Men's Drawing Group
503-232-8392. 7 (1 1 /0 2 )
A
Pinochle Group
m eets at Hobo's w eekly tor friend
503- 760-1248 7(11 /0 2 )
Portland Bisexual Alliance
m eets on the fourth
Saturday o f the m onth; m odels and guys who like to
draw are w elcom e to call fo r m ore inform ation (Phillip
5 0 3 2 8 7 -7 4 4 7 )0 1 /0 2 )
is the
tw o M ondays o f each m onth (w w w poisonwaters com
or w w w rosecourt org.) (1 1 /0 2 )
Portland Bisexual Women is
a support and discus
sion group for bi and questioning wom en W om en of
any age. race, ability or cultural origin are encouraged to
portlandbiwomen@aol com. ) ( 1 1 /0 2 )
Portland Leather Alliance
is a pansexual. nonprofit
organization dedicated to fostenng a positive com m unity
fo r safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuali
ties m general and S /M /le a th e r/fe tis h in particular
Jewish Gay Men's Group— call
for m eeting tim e
and place. (503 246 5 9 3 9 efraimlevrQaol com.) (1 1 /0 2 )
(503-727-3148 wwwpdxleatheralliance org.) (1 1 /0 2 )
Portland Leather Men
m eet every second Saturday
fo r potluck and socializing. M e e t m en into a leather
available Plays host to a lesbian and bi w om en s sup
Leather Night and Red Hanky Social is
p o rt group (Cnsis 800281 -2800 Business
and third Fnday o f each m onth at G ail's D irty Duck
lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings N o
5 4 1-485-8232 2(11 /0 2 )
(9 pm-midnight 439 N W Third Ave 503 224 8446
pdxsaltydg&aol com ) ( 1 1 /0 2 )
dues, no form al organization, no officers or board, just
Willamette Valley Recovery
Eugana SAA
is a 1 2 -s te p fello w sh ip tor th o se w ho
a re suffenng from a d d ictive sexual behaviors S exual
o rie n ta tio n is not an issue (541 342 5582
w w w eugenesaa com J ( 1 1 /0 2 )
Leatherwomen's Supper Club
the first
leather socialization for the past 15 years
(360-896-6665 furry@aracnet com.) O t /0 2 )
is a social group for
w om en w ho share an in terest in D /S . age play, clothing
Portland Metro Prime Timer*
fetishes or B /D /S /M
m ature gay m en and those who appreciate them , com
Potlucks and discussions are
is a social group for
held on third Saturdays (PO Box 14931. Portland. OR
ing tog eth er fo r social, educational and cultural purpos
9 7 2 93 ) (1 1 /0 2 )
es (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228 503 286 4613
Lesbian Naturalist Network
form ing for wom en
or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimersQyahoo com.
www geocities com/pdxpnmetimers) (5 /0 3 )
seriously in terested in the natural history o f birds, plants
so c ia l
mammà
Metro: Arts & Music
Bridges Vocal Ensemble
seeks to em pow er and
inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual com m unity w hile
bmickng bridges and prom oting understandm g w ith the
g re ate r pu btc H onors and strives fo r diversity in its
gays, bisexuals and fnends, meets for socials and dis
cussions of topics of mutual interest. Meets second and
fourth Mondays. (7 30 pm May-September. 7 pm
October-Apnl First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls St..
McMinnville Dan 503-434-6266.) ( 11 /02)
Monday at James John School Bnng light and dark
t-shirts. Newcomers welcome! (7:15-8 30 pm
7439 NE Charleston S t $ 3 ) (5/03)
*
Southern Oregon: Social
Abdill-Ellis Lambda Community Center plays host to
social events and groups. Call for schedule. (717 Siskiyou
B M . Ashland Mailing address PO Box 927. Ashland. OR
97520 541488-6990 wwwabdelhsorg.HU/02)
Urban Upstarts is an activity and social club for pro
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. OR 97217 503-285-1414
mfo@pdxgaynet com www pdxgaynet com.) (5/03)
Young M en's Coffee Talk is every Wednesday at
Willamette Valley:
3 Fnends Coffeehouse. (7 9pm. 201 SE 12th Ave.)
Physical Recreation
( 11 / 02 )
The OUTdoor Group is a friendly, inclusive bunch of
Washington County Men Talk is an opportunity for
Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating, mush
room hunting, skiing, hot spnnging and just about any
other activity you can dream up Occasional weekend
camping. (Kim 541-484-2147 kims@efn org.
www outdoorgroup.org.) (t 1 /0 2 )
gay men living in Washington County to get together in
informal settings on a monthly basis for social interac
tion (63 0 -8 3 0 pm second Friday A rt 503-642-2479 or
arwil@hevanet.com.)0 1 /0 2 )
Women on Wheels (W OW ) is a motorcycle club for
all women who like to ride. We meet monthly at Silver
Dollar Pizza in Beaverton, sponsor riding clinics and
take day tnps. (5 pm second Sunday. 6940 SW Hall
Btvd ienorwh@aol.com.) (11 /02)
Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange meet
first Saturday of the month. Let's break bread together,
share cooking tips and good food, and meet new
fnends (Jeanette or Monica 503-591-1823.
jvr@pcez. com.) (1 1 /0 2 )
Frontrunner and Walkers go out every Saturday
morning in Eugene. (9 am. 15th and Agate Hank
541-484-6259 or Sadie 541-485-3282 7(11/02)
The Eugene GLBT Tennis Group gets together
weekends to play for fun and exercise. Open to all ages
and skill levels. (kfranken8@yahoo com.7(11/02)
Willamette Valley: Social
Confluence: The W illam ette Valley M ixed
GALA Chorus rehearses 4 -6 3 0 pm Sundays at
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventure Group.
Portland's gay and lesbian ou t
doors group, organizes a variety o f activities and social
events including hiking, skiing, m ountain biking, cam ping
and rafting (PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97208 2201
U nitarian U m versalist C ongregation of Salem . 5 0 9 0
C e n te r S t. NE (541-754-4144 confluence@aolcom
www. confluencechoms org. 7(11 /0 2 )
Eugene Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual 20s/30s
Social Club enjoys a w eekly gam e night and brunch
The
every Sunday a t B rail's. (Bnan 541 485 3437 ) 0 1 /0 2 )
503-452-5680 www adventuregroup org.) O \/0 2 )
The Lesbian Connection (T L O
BiNet Oregon
is a statew ide organization that
encourages netw orking w ithin the bisexual com m unity
m eets once a month
for potlucks and other various fun activities in Eugene All
women w elcom e. (Bonnie 541-683 2793)() 1 /0 2 )
as w ell as am ong others in the sexual m inorities com
m unity W e play host to num erous social events, m onth
M arion b erry Salon
m eets m onthly m Salem for
ly m unches and an annual gathenng. (503-622 1178.
po tlucks and discussion o f books touching on the le s
www bmetor org.) ( 11 /0 2 )
bian. gay o r bi exp erien ce. (Cary 503-363-6036
manonberrysalon@aol com.) (11 /0 2 )
Forest Group
outmgs are cooperative adventures for
w om en Participants are responsible fo r providing their
ow n equipm ent and choosing outings appropriate for
their skill and fitness level All skill levels w elcom e.
(Tam 503-659-2782 ncc I !27@hotmail com
w w w geocitites.com/nccl 127/forestpdx 7 (1 1 /0 2 )
The
Gay Women's GoM Group
SPIRITUALITY
Metro: Spirituality
w elcom es all levels
o f players (503 380 1020 pgwgg@yahoo com.)
Ainsworth United Church of Christ is
( 11 / 02 )
cial. m ulticultural, open and affirm ing church. Sunday
a m ultira
w orship is a t 10 am; church school fo r children runs
The
Lesbian Equestrian Group gets
tog eth er for
equestrian activities in the Pacific N orthw est (Denise
concurrently (2941 NE Ainsworth St 503 284-8767.
aucc@teleport com.) (1 1 /0 2 )
503 654-3865 Lynn 503-777-2339 kelrav@rdrop com.)
and anim als to go out birding. botanizing, tracking, etc
Portland State University Queer* and A Hie*
and to explore the m eaning o f w hat w e see (Beth
offers educational and social program m ing and support
503 226 7919 ) (5 /0 3 )
and referral services for people o f all onentations
Lesbian Garden Club
Tackles issues pertinent to the queer com m unity on
love gardens and gardening They exchange plants,
Anawim Community
( 11 / 02 )
o f gay m en m eets w eekly for
C hristian m editation and prayer (7 3 0 pm Thursday
is a group o f w om en w ho
503-281-0722. 7(11 /0 2 )
Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) is
cam pus and beyond N on-P S U students also w elcom e
seeds, advice and encouragem ent w hile having a good
Compassionate Heart Sangha
a fun loving group o f wom en who enjoy explonng a l
to atten d activities and m eetings (4 4 1A Sm ith
tune C all or e m ail fo r a copy o f the new sletter and
ly sittings in the Vipassana M ed itatio n Tradition at
aspects o f the environm ent A ctivities include bird watch
Memorial Center. 1825 SW Broadway. Portland. OR
97201 503 725-5681 queersandaHiesOmal pdx edu
www queersandallies pdx e d u ) (11 /0 2 )
inform ation about upcom ing events (Kathe
503 90 9 2 0 0 2 lgcoregon@aol com.) ( 11 /0 2 )
Flanders H ouse (7 30-9 pm Wednesday 2926 NE
ing. nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayakxig. star
gazing and an occasional 'le c tu re ' N o experience neces
sary (6 45-8 30 pm second Thursday planning meeting
Out Dancing
teaches dancing fo r sam e-sex couples
plays host to w eek
Flanders S t Jon 503 2395539 ) 0 1 / 0 2 )
Congregation Neveh Shalom,
an open and pro
5 03-617-1969 or kxs_k_cunnmghamOuhc com 7(11 /0 2 )
Roe* CMy Discussion Chib,
sexual/altem atrve sexuality club in the N orthw est, is
styles start the first Friday and first Sunday o f each
w arm w elcom e to all sexual m m onties Shabbat serv
Lulu's Pervy Playhouse
open to all onentations. fetishes and lifestyles that are
m onth A lso a m onthly dance social. (503236-5129
ices 8 1 5 pm Fnday and 9 am Saturday (2900 SW
safe, sane and consensual. M onthly m eetxigs. w o rk
OUt_ dancmg@yahoo com) (1 1 /0 2 )
Peaceful Lane 503-246 8 8 3 1 7 ( 1 1 / 0 2 )
m em bers, m usic and audtences (503-242 1675
bndgesvocalenaembleOyahoocom.
http://community oregonkve com/cc/bndges )(11 / 02 )
Together Works a confidential group for lesbians,
sponsors social and
atten d Social every fourth w eekend (5 03 2836433
Imperial Sovereign Rose Court of Oregon
shops and newsletter. (503-972-1869.
rcdc@teleportcom. www.rcdc o r g ) 0 1 /0 2 )
political events for bi and bi friendly people and orga
nizes the Portland Bi D ay rally. (503-775-9717.
pbaGbiportland org www biportland org ) ( II/0 2 )
nization m the state o f O regon M eetings are the first
Womans pace
(including dads) Have fun and make connections and
fnendships with other great families1 (Flora
503284 0216 or Jaquelme 503-282-0565 ) (5/03)
ly gam es (6 pm Sunday 120 N W Third Ave George
oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fundraising orga
Willamette Valley: Health
Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group for families
w eekly m eetings in inner Southeast Portland (Gregory
is a w eekly support and discussion group for
8ataps@aolcom.) (11 /0 2 )
M onday-Fnday and on a first-com e, first-served walk-m
Women's Recreational Basketball N ight is every
Over 45 Gay Men's Support Group is
for w om en m eets on the
11 / 02 )
Trillium M orris Dancers welcomes all onentations
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/morris. 7(11 /02)
Cascade Flyers are gay lesbian and bi aviators, both
te r is free on request. (503-760-0816
basis A lso offers hepatitis A and B testing, treatm ent,
(
held on the second Saturday of the month.
(503-231-3992 lululist@excite com
www.spiretech.com/-awntie/lulu h tm ) (11 /02)
group for lesbians 3 5 and older They m eet fo r a potluck
Multnomah County Health Department STD
Program offers H IV and S TD testing by appointm ent
Sw im Team for the gay and lesbian community offers
coached workouts for 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/swimpdx )
Bisexual Community 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 3 0 pm 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE
12th Ave Laury 503 285-4848 ) ( 11/02)
on the second Saturday o f each m onth E m ail new slet
Metro: Sexual
square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus lev
els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228-5352.
www rosetownramblers com. 7(11 /0 2 )
Bad G irls is a social and educational organization with
an emphasis on safe, sane and consensual B /D /S /M
among self-identified women Workshops, discussions
and social events Women of all onentations and prefer
ences can connect and ask questions dunng the Kinky
Woman's Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second
Tuesday (PO Box (7254. Portland. OR 97217-0254
503 972 2233 contact@pdxbadgir1s n e t ) (5/03)
50+ lesbian social group
tation is w elcom e, but first tim e gay people m ight w ant
Rosetown Ramblers. Portland's gay and lesbian
Asian l Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays <s
a nonprofit voice and community for Oregon Asian and
Pacific Islander lesbians, bisexuals and gay men
Activities 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 aptg_pdx&yahoo co m ) ( 11 /02)
(Noon daily. 1 pm Sundays Metropolitan Community
Church o f Portland. 2400 NE Broadway ) (11 /0 2 )
addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orien
Rose C ity Softball Association is an adult softball
league for the gay. lesbian and bi community and fnends
in the Portland metropolitan area, offers an open divi
sion and a women's division and are affiliated with the
North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance
(503-450-9999. www portlapdgaysoftball com ) ( 1 1/02)
Metro: General
(5 /0 3 )
is a 12-step program fo r those suffenng from
third Saturday of the month (7-10 pm 3830 SE 62nd
Ave. 503-775-5024 ) ( \ 1/02)
who are artists, wnters or musicians or who pursue
some creative activity Monthly potlucks on the second
Fnday (Carl 503 284 2 9 7 1) (11 /02)
m eetings fo r gays and lesbians but is open to everyone
SAA
Potter's House M inistries offers dancing every
Real Connection is a social gathenng for gay men
Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other
Hollywood Lanes Drop-ins welcome anytime (3 3 0 pm
4030 NE Halsey St. Mailing address PO Box 80002.
Portland, OR 97208-1002. 503-2930438
bowlpdx@aol com www.pdxbowl com. 7 (11/02)
Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay.
lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and interests
(503-819-4626. wwwportlandfrontmnners org.7(11/02)
Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonaudition community
choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and
volunteers (503-241 8994 www plchoir org ) ( 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.). 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 mner/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 onentations Monthly social
(503-471-1515.) (1 1/02)
The Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling
Association is in its 25th season1 Meets Sundays at
Conduit Dance
presents part two of
the 30 Days N o the
Performance Series
Nov. 15 and 16
is a social group fo r self
identifying w om en w ho a re « to S /M
Play parties are
the largest open pan
at A nkeny S tre e t S tudio C lasses for different dance
gressive C o nservative Jew ish synagogue, extends a