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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Jan. 3, 2003)
2 g jM S t M r t • January 3 .2 0 0 3 M entors and Protdgds (M AP) is a group of gay men 18 and older M eets every second Thursday in Corvallis (Send a self addressed, stamped envelope to PO Box 231. Foster. OR 97345 ) (7/0 3 ) Out 'n ' About Youth meet every Thursday in Corvallis (7 pm 1165 Monroe Ave 541 754 39061(7/03) 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 Methodist Church , 600 State S t. Salem Mailing address PO Box 121. Gates. OR 97346 503 292 9668 or 503 897-25241 (7/0 3 ) Parents, Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) provides support, education and advo cacy in Eugene (6 45-8 45 pm third Mondays First Congregational Church. 1050 E 23rd Ave. Eugene 541 302 44221(7/03) Parents. Fam ilies and Friends o f Lesbians and Gays Schools and Youth Team provides informa tion. training, networking and advocacy to make schools safe and fair for all. regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity (541 242-27461 (7/03) HEALTH 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 vidual support and advocacy for queer youth of all genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (An 503 232-78051(7/03) Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter, sup port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly Wheelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls accepted (Ofhce 503-7222366 CnsisLme 503 654 2288)( 7/03) available Plays host to a lesbian and bi women s sup port group (Costs 800281 2800 Business 541 485 82321 (7/03) . Willamette Valley: Recovery Eugene SAA is a 12-step fellow ship fo r those who are suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue (541 342 5582 www eugenesaa com 1 (7 /0 3 ) SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music 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 strives for diversity in its members, music and audiences (503-242-1675 bndgesvocalensemble&yahoo com. http //community oregonhve com/cc/bndges 1 (7/03) Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an individual to fill the role of Music Libranan (503-226 2588 www pdxgmc org 1 (7/03) choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers (503 241 8994 www plchoir org 1 (7/03) Jew ish Gay Men's Group- call for meeting time and place (503 246 5939 efraimlevi@aol com ) (7/03) 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 (Carl 503 284 29711(7/03) and third Fnday of each month at (Samantha 503 771 55031 (7/03) Portland Women's C risis Line offers services for vKtim s/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault 24- hour cnsis hotline with interpretation services for non English speakers Advocacy for those filing restraining orders in Multnomah County Support groups for vie tims/survivors of violence, rape/sexual assault and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse All service are free and confidential (503 2355333 or 888235 53331 (7/03) Metro: Mental Health H elios C ounseling offers HIV counseling, medication 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 St . 0220. Portland. OR 97232 503-674 77771(7/03) M eaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group for trans women looking for connection and community Facilitated by Beth Richman. LCSW (503 754-6145 bethnchmanlcswGword oberhn edu 1 (7/03) S upport group fo r gay men led by expenenced gay therapist W illiam Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic setting (503-292 1069 hamdougQao! com 1 (7/0 3 ) YWCA o f G reater P ortland C ounseling C enter offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou pies and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive environment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on Wednesday evenings ( 17 SW Second Ave 503 294 7440 or 503 294 7401. ext 20171(7/03) Metro: Recovery Lunch Bunch plays host to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for gay men and lesbians but is open to every one (Noon daily. 1 pm Sunday Metropolitan Community Church of Portland. 2400 NE Broadway 1 (7/03) Sax Addicts Anonymous s a 12-step program for those suffering from additive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome, but first time gay people might want to check out the Gay Baginnars meetings at 6 30 pm Fridays (Aiano Club. Second Floor 909 NW 24th St 503-4525961 www portlandsaa org 1(7/03) The Multnomah County Health Department STD Program offers testing and treatment fix sexually trans nutted diseases H V and hepatitis A and B By appointment or on a first-come, first-served walk in basis Most msur ance plans accepted, skring-scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am-5 pm Monday-Fnday except 1 5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor 426 SW Stark St 503 9883 7001 (7/03) Woman«pace provides a 24-hour hot line and shelter for women, men and children who have been abused physicaty sexually or emotionally Spanish speaking (9 pm-midmght 439 NW Third Ave 503 224 8446 pdxsaltydg@aol com 1(7/03) Metro: General Lesbian N aturalist N etw ork forming for women seriously interested in the natural history of turds, plants and animals to go out txrding. botanizing, tracking, etc and to explore the meaning of what we see (Beth 503 226-7919)( 7/03) Asian A P acific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islander Oregonians Activities include potlucks, recreational outings, retreats, cultural events and workshops Safe environment to meet and connect with other Asians and Pacific Islanders (PO Box 12661. Portland. OR 97232 aplg_pdx@yahoo com ) (7/03) Bad G iris is a social and educational organization with an emphasis on safe, sane and consensual B /D /S /M among self identified women W orkshops, discussions and social events Women of all onentations and prefer ences can connect and ask questions dunng the Kinky Woman'« W elcom ing M unch at 7 pm every second Tuesday (PO Box 17254. Portland. OR 97217 0254 503 972 2233 contact@pdxbadgirls net 1 (7/03) 972931(7/03) Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) is a fun loving group of women who enpy explonng all aspects of the environment Activities include bird watch ing. nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazing and an occasional "lecture ' No experience neces sary (6 45-8 30 pm second Thursday planning meeting 503-617-1989 or bts_k_cunnngham@uhccom)(7/03) Lulu's Pervy Playhouse is a social group for self identifying women who are into S /M Ptay parties are held on the second Saturday of the month (503 231 3992 lululist&excite com www spiretech.com/-awntie/lulu htm.) (7/03) Bisexual Com m unity Forum is an age and gender Men's FilmTalk meets regularly to discuss films (hlmtalk@aracnet com 1 (7/03) inclusive social, support and education network Activities include dances, potlucks. field tnps and a pdyam ory interest group Meetings are every first Monday (7 30 pm 3 Friends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Ave Laury 503 285 48481 (7/03) Mom2Mom is an alcohol free social group for families (including dads) Have fun and make connections and fnendships with other great families1 (Flora Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both M ount Hood Queer networks professionally and socially (503-701 8302.)( 7/03) private and professional, in Washington. Oregon and southern Bntish Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland area (503 228 6675 cashyers&yahoo com www geocities com/casflyers 1 (7/03) COQSURE is a social group for people who were bom or raised female but who don t identify as totally female This includes people bom female or intersexed and who are unsure of their gender or who are consid- enng changing identity, guys who are explonng possibili ties for m ner/outer gender, those who are not transi tionmg 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 sex ual onentations M onthly social (503 471-15151(7/03) Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday after noon Sign up on the email list at www technodyke com/ dykernght (dykenghtportland&yahoo com 1(7/03) 5 0 * le s b ia n s o c ia l g ro u p for women meets on the third Saturday of the month (4 7 pm 5036423360 or 503 286 3575K 7/03) Friends is a weekly support and discussion group for African American gay and tx men (5-7 pm Wednesday Funny Ladies Tea and Posey S ociety is a social group for lesbians 35 and older They meet for a potluck 503284 0216 or Jaquelme 503 282 05651(7/03) 503 654 3865 Lynn 503-777-2339 kelrav@rdrop.com 1 or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimers&yahoo com. www geocities.com/pdxpnmetimers 1 (7/03) (7/03) Portland State U niversity Queers and A llie s offers educational and social programming and support and referral services for people of all onentations 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. OR 97201 503-725 5681 queersandallies&mailpdx edu www. queersandalhes pdx edu 1 (7/03) Rose C ity D iscussion Club, the largest open pan sexual/altematrve sexuality club in the Northwest, is open to all onentations. fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual M onthly meetings, work shops and newsletter (503-972-1869 rcdc&teleport com www rcdc org 1(7/03) Together W orks a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and friends, meets for socials and dis cussions of topics o f mutual interest M eets second and fourth Mondays (7 30 pm May September. 7 pm October-Apnl First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls St.. McMinnville Don 503-434 6266.1(7/03) Urban U pstarts 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&pdxgaynetcom wwwpdxgaynetcom 1 (7/0 3 ) Young Men's Coffee Talk is every Wednesday at 3 Friends Coffeehouse (7-9 pm 201 SE 12th Ave. 1(7/03) W ashington County Men Talk is an opportunity lor gay men living in W ashington County to get together on a monthly basis for informal social interaction The Lesbian Garden C lub is a group of women who love gardens and gardening. They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good time Call or e-mail for a copy of the newsletter and inform ation about upcoming events. (Kathe 503 9092002. lgcoregon@aol com.) (7/03) O ut Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance styles start the first Fnday and first Sunday of each month Also a monthly dance social (503-236-5129 out_ dancmg@yahoocom) (7/03) The P ortland Gay and Lesbian B ow ling A ssociation is in its 25th season' M eets Sundays at Hollywood Lanes Drop-ins welcome anytime (3 30 pm 4030 NE Halsey St. Mailing address PO Box 80002. Portland. OR 97208 1002 503-293 0438 bow!pdx@aol com www pdxbowl com 1 (7/03) W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. P ortland Frontrunners welcome gay. lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and interests (503-819 4626. www portlandfrontrunners org 1 (7/03) P o tte r's House M in istrie s offers dancing every third Saturday of the month. (7-10 pm 3830 SE 62nd Ave 503-775-5024)( 7/03) Rose C ity S o ftb a ll A ssociation is an adult softball league for the gay. lesbian and bi community and fnends in the Portland m etropolitan 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 portlandgaysoftball com 1 (7/03) Rosetown Ramblers. Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus lev els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228 5352 www rosetownramblers. com. 1 (7/03) organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and socials (PO Box 4928. Portland. OR 97208 503-6462802 www nwgwpdx org 1 (7/03) Women on Wheels (WOW) is a m otorcycle club for all women who like to nde We meet m onthly at Silver Dollar Pizza in Beaverton sponsor nding clinics and take day tnps (5 pm second Sunday 6940 SW Hall Blvd ¡enorwh@aol com.) (7/03) Swim Team for the gay and lesbian community offers coached workouts for aH skill levels Come swim with the Pups and improve your health and techniques Practices are at the Grant High School pool (Megan at ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange meet 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. 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 ytQpcei com ) (7/03) Portland s Team Tennis meets 8 am-noon Sundays at University of Portland. First time is free, then $3 for subsequent play (Ray 360-576 0590 rayscottvw@yahoocom) (7/03) Metro: Physical Recreation T rilliu m M orris D ancers welcomes all orientations and genders to join in a vigorous and celebratory . English dance tradition, practicing weekly for informal summer performances (630 pm Monday N orthw est Gender Alliance is a social and support Portland. OR 97293 3152 organjnfo@organ pdx org www organ pdx org1 (7/03) A Pinochle Group meets at Hobo's weekly for friend ly games (6 pm Sunday 120 NW Third Ave George 503 760-1248 17/03) Portland Bisexual A lliance sponsors social and political events for bi and bifnendly people and organ izes the Portland Bi Day rally (503-775-9717 pbaGbiportland org www biportland org 1 (7/03) Portland Bisexual Women is a support and discus sion group for bi and questioning women Women of any age. race, ability or cultural origin are encouraged to attend Topic discussion meetings second and fourth Fnday of every month (503 283-6433 portlandbiwomenGaol com 1 (7/03) Portland Leather A lliance >s a pansexual. nonprofit organization dedicated to fostenng a positive community for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuali ties m general and S /M /leather/fetish in particular (503- 727 3148 www pdxleatheralhance org 1 (7/03) Gay M en's D raw ing Group meets on the fourth P ortland Leather Men meet every second Saturday Saturday o f the month, models and guys who like to draw are welcome to call for more information (Phillip 503-287 744 71 (7/03) 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 (360896 6665 furryOaracnet com 1 (7/03) the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund raising organization m the state o f Oregon Meetings are the first two Mondays o f each month (www pcxsorrwaters com or www rosecourt org 1 (7/03) es (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228 503-286 4613 (630-830 pm second Fnday Art 503-642-2479 or arwil&hevanet com 1 (7/03) on the second Saturday of each month E mail newslet ter is free on request (503 760-0816 flataps@aol com 1 (7/03) Im perial Sovereign Rose C ourt o f Oregon is Willamette Valley: Health Gail s Dirty Duck. Leatherwom en's Supper Club 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 Bnan 503 287 86511(7/03) Metro: Sexual Leather N ight and Red Hanky Social is the first The Rose C ity Gay Freedom Band provides an artis tic outlet to all gay people and supportive friends of varying musical skill levels Performs a variety of styles from classi cal to contemporary in annual and special event concerts (503-790-2170 mfo&rcgfb org www regfb o rg .)(7/03) Fam ily C enter 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 of domestic violence Gay artist Mike Walsh's Works: Fragments of the Material Age is on permanent display at the brand new Eugene Public Library Portland Lesbian C hoir is a nonaudition community 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 A dventure G roup Portland s gay and lesbian outdoors group, organizes a vanety o f a ctivitie s and social events including hiking, skiing, m ountain biking, camping and rafting (PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97208 2201 503 452 5680 www adventuregroup. org 1 (7 /0 3 ) The Amaxon Dragons is a lesbian focused competi tive dragon boat racing club Recanting new members in 2003 W ork hard, meet new people, and have fun (Eihen 503-762 4 742 www amazondragons org 1 BINet Oregon >s a statewide organization that encourages networking withm the bisexual community as well as among others m the sexual m inonties com munity We play host to numerous social events, month ly munches and an annual gathenng (503622 1178 www bmetor org 1 (7/03) Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsible for providing their gbay2!4@yahoocom www geocitiescom/swimpdx 1(7/03) 503 234 4594 moms@eastsidewebsites com www eastsidewebs/tes com/moms 1 (7/03) Women's R ecreational B asketball N ight is every Monday at James John School Bnng light and dark T-shirts Newcomers welcome' (7:15-8 30 pm 7439 N Charleston St. $3 )0 /0 3 ) Central Oregon: Social The Lesbian N etw ork o f C entral Oregon wel comes all lesbian, bi and trans women for monthly activ ities, including potlucks. dances and drumming circles M ight start a cancer support group (541-317 8457.) Social group for gay and bi men in Central Oregon M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties (541-312 88811(7/03) own equipment and choosing outings appropnate for their ski# and fitness level A# skill levels welcome (Tarn 503 659 2782 ncc I !27@hotmail com www geocitites com/ncc 1127/forestpdx 1 (7/0 3 ) The Gay Women's Goff Group welcomes a# levels of players (503380-1020 pgwggOyahoo com.) (7/03) The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities m the Pacific Northwest (Denise Southern Oregon Social A bdill-E llis Lambda Community Center plays host to social events and groups C al for schedule (717 Siskryou Blvd. Ashland Mailing address PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520 5414886990 www abdeks org 1 (7/03)
