3 2 J m X
M K • fe b ru a ry 7 .2 0 0 3
outreach
HEALTH
setting (503 292 1069 hamdougQaol com ) 0/03)
YWCA o f G reater P ortland Counseling C enter
Metro: Anti-violence
Bradley-Angle H o u m provides emergency shelter
for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a
support group for women battered by. women Also pro
vides individual support and advocacy for queer youth of
all genders who have experienced emotional, physical or
sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (Francie
503-232 7805 1(7/03)
Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter, sup
port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and
sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans fnendly
Wheelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls
accepted (Office 503-722 2366 Cnsis Line
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 (17 SW Second Ave
503 294 7440 or 503 294 7401. ext 2017)0/03)
Metro: Recovery
Lunch Bunch plays host to Alcoholics Anonymous
meetings for gay men and lesbians but is open to every
one (Noon daily. I pm Sunday Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland. 2400 NE Broadway) 0/03)
Sax A ddicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for
503 654 2288)0/03)
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual onentation is welcome
Family Center 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
(503 452-5961 www portlandsaa org) 0/03)
(Samantha 503 771-5503)0/03)
Portland Women's C risis Line offers services for
victim s/survivors 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
Metro: Sexual
The M ultnom ah County Health Departm ent
STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexual
ly transm itted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and
B vaccinations By appointment or on a first-come, first-
served walk in basis M ost insurance plans accepted;
sliding scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am 5 pm
Monday Fnday except 1-5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor.
426 SW Stark St 503 988-3700 ) (7/03)
888 235-5333 ) (7/03)
Metro: Mental Health
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.
Womenspaca provides a 24-hour hot Ime and shelter for
women, men and children who have been abused physical
ly. sexually or emotionally Spanish speaking available
Plays host to a lesbian and bi women's support group
(Cnsis 8002812800 Business 541 485 8232 ) (7/03)
*220. Portland. OR 97232 503 674-7777 )0 /0 3 )
M eaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group lor
trans women looking for connection and community
Facilitated by Beth Richman. LCSW. (5 03 754-6145
bethnchmanlcswQword oberhnedu) 0/03)
S upport group fo r gay men led by expenenced
gay therapist William Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic
SOCIAL
Metro: Arts & Music
Bridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and
inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while
building bridges and prom oting understanding with the
greater public. Honors and strives fo r diversity m its
members, music and audiences. (503 242-1675
bridgesvocalenaembleQyahoo com.
h ttp j/co m m u n ity oregonkvecom /cc/bridges) (7/0 3 )
P ortland Gay Men'« C horus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers. Seeking an individual
to fill the role of Music Librarian. (50 3 2 2 6 2 5 88
www.pdxgmc.org.) (7/03)
P ortland Lesbian C h o ir is a nonaudition community
choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and
volunteers. (503-241-8994 www.plchoir o rg .)O /0 3 )
I C onnection is a social gathering fo r gay men
who are artists, wnters or musicians or who pursue
some creative activity. M onthly pot lucks on the second
Friday (Cad 503-284-2971.) (7/0 3 )
The Roes C ity Gay Freedom Band provides an
artistic outlet to all gay people and supportive friends o f
varying musical skill levels Performs a variety o f styles
from classical to contem porary in annual and special
event concerts (503-790-2170. m bC rcgfborg.
www m gfb.org.) (7/03)
Metro: General
Asian It P acific Islander Lesbians and Gays is
a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi
Asian and Pacific Islander Oregonians. Activities include
pohucks. 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_pdx0yahoo com ) 0 /0 3 )
Bad G irts 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 a l orientations and prefer
ences can connect and ask questions during the K inky
Woman’s W elcom ing M unch at 7 pm every second
Tuesday (PO Box 17254. Portland. OR 97217-0254
503-972-2233. contactO pdxbadgxknet) (7/03)
Bisexual Com m unity Forum is an age- and gender-
inclusive social, support and education network.
A ctivities include dances, potlucks. Held trips and a
pofyemory interest group. M eetings are every first
Monday (7 3 0 pm. 3 Friends Coffeehouse. 201 SE
12th Ave Laury 5 0 3 2 8 5 4 8 4 8 ) 0 /0 3 )
Cascade Flyers a rt gay. lesbian and bl aviators, both
private and professional. In W ashington. Oregon and
southern B ritish Columbia. Dinner meetings m Portland
area (503-2284X75 casfyersO yahoo com
w w w geoatiescom /casllyers.) (7/0 3 )
C0Q8URC « a social group for people vtfio were
bom or r»sed female but who don t identify as totaty
Man’s Film Tsik meets regularly to dis
cuss films. (NmiaikQaracnet com .J (7/03)
R osetow n R am blers.
Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social
Portland s gay and lesbian square
dance club, dances at m ainstream
and plus levels. (PO Box 5352,
Portland. OR 97228-5352
www rosetow nram blers. com .)
(7 /0 3 )
oup for families (includrig dads) Have
in and make connections and friendships
with other great families1 (Flora
503-284-0216 o r JaqueUne
503-282-0565) (7/03)
C
M ount Hood Queer networks profes
S ki O ut Is a group of Portland-area
sionally and socially. (5 03-701-8302.)
(7/03)
gay men, lesbians and supportive
friends who meet for downhill ski and
snowboard trips to Mount Hood
every other weekend.
(www.skiout o rg ) (7 /3 )
N orthw est Gander A lliance is a
sccial and suooort organization for cross-
drcsseis and transsexuals M onthly open
meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928.
Portland. OR 97208. 5 0 3 6462802
www nwgwpdx org.) (7/03)
Swim Team fo r the gay and lesbian
community offers coached workouts
for aH s k i levels. Come swim with
the Pups and improve your health
and techniques Practices are at the
Grant High School pool
(Megan at gbay214Qyahoo.com
www.geocities.com /swim pdx.)
(7/03)
Oregon Men Enjoying N aturism is a
social organization m which gay male
naturists/nudfsts may enjoy the cama
raderie o f like-minded gay men in a safe,
wholesome environment. Potluck social
third Sunday o f every month.
(omenpdxQyahoo com
wwwgeocities.eom //om enpdx/.) (7/3 )
Portland's Team Tennis meets
8 am-noon Sundays at University
o f Portland. First time is free,
then $3 fo r subsequent play.
(Ray 360-5760590.
rayscottvwQyahoo.com .) (7/03)
ORGAN (O regon Regional Gey and
Naked) is a social dub 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.
organjnfoQ organ-pdx. org.
www organ-pdx org) (7/03)
T rilliu m M o rris D ancers
welcomes all orientations and
genders to join m a vigorous and
celebratory English dance tradition,
practicing weekly fo r informal
summer perform ances. (6 :3 0 pm
Monday. 503-234-4594
m om sQ eastsidewebsites. com.
www. eastsiclewebsites.com /m orhs.)
(7/0 3 )
A Pinochle Group meets at Hobo's
weekly for fnendly games. (6 pm Sunday.
Willamette Valley: Health
Helioa Counseling offers HIV counseling, medication
and a women's division and are
affiliated with the North American
Gay Amateur Athletic AJkance.
(503-450-9999
www.portlandgaysoftbaK.com.) (7/03)
(503-231-3992 luhilistQ excite com
wwwspiretech com /-aw nbe/luki htm .)
(7/03)
Willamette Valley: Recovery
Eugene SAA is a 12 step fellowship for those who are
suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual onentation
is not an issue (541-3425582 www eugenesaa com )
(7/03)
female This includes people bom female or mtersexed
and who are unsure of their gender or who are consid
ering changing identity, guys who are exploring possibili
ties for inner/outer gender, those who are not transi
tioning but identify always or sometimes as guys, as
well as guys who are transitioning or have transitioned.
We welcome significant others and members o f all sex
ual orientations M onthly social. (503-471-1515.) 0 /0 3 )
Dyke N ight P ortland takes over a bar every other
Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday
afternoon Sign up on the e-mail list at
www.technodyke com/dykemght.
(dykenightportlandQ yahoocom .) (7/03)
50« lesbian social group for women meets on the
third Saturday of the month. (4-7 pm 503-642-3360 or
5 0 3 2 8 6 -3 5 7 5 )0 /0 3 )
Friends is a weekly support and discussion group for
African American gay and t> men (5-7 pm Wednesday
Brian 503-287-8651.) (7/03)
Funny Ladies Tea and Posey S ociety is a social
group fo r lesbians 35 and older They meet fo r a potluck
on the second Saturday o f each month E-mail newstet
te r is free on request (503 760-0816
flatapsQ aol co m ) (7/0 3 )
Gay M an’s D raw ing G roup meets on the second
and third Thursdays o f the month. Looking fo r drawers
and models (Philip 503 2 8 7 -7 4 4 7 .)0 /0 3 )
Im perial Sovereign Rosa C ourt o f Oregon is
the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund-raising
organization in the state of Oregon. M eetings are the
first tw o Mondays o f each month
(w w w poisonw aterscom o r w w w rosecourt.org.) (7/03)
Jew ish G a y Man’s G ro u p -c a ll for meeting time
and place (503246-5939 efm m leviO aol.com .)0/03)
Hanky Social is the first
and third Friday o f each month
ith at Gail
Gail's
's D irty Duck.
(9 pm-m idnight 439 M V Third Ave 503-224 8446
pdxaaltydgO aol.com ) (7/03)
Leather-women's Supper C hib 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 )0 /0 3 )
Lesbian N a tu ra list N etw ork forming fo r women
seriously interested m the natural history o f birds, plants
and animals to go out birdlnq, botanizing, tracking, etc
and to explore the meaning o f what we see (Beth
5 0 3 -2 2 6 -7 9 1 9 )0 /0 3 )
Lesbians Enjoying N ature and Science (LENS)
Is a fun-loving group of women who enjoy exploring at
aspects o f the environment A ctivities include bird
watching nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking,
star gazing and an occasional "lecture * No experience
necessary (6-4 5 6 30 pm second Thursday panning
m eeting 503-617-1989 o r
kxs_k_cunningham Q uhccom i (7/0 3 )
Lulu s Peetqj Playbouea Is a social group for self
identifying women who are into S /M Play parties are
held on the second Saturday of the month
120 NW Third Ave George
503-760 1248 17/03)
Portland Bisexual A lliance sponsors
social and political events for bi and bl-
friendly people and organizes the Portland
Bl Day rally (503-7769717 pbaQfxport
land.org w w w txportland.org.) (7/03)
Portland Bisexual Women is a sup
port and discussion group for bl and ques
tioning women Women of any age, race,
ability or cultural origin are encouraged to
attend. Topic discussion meetings second
and fourth Fnday o f every month.
(503-2836433
portlandbrwomenQaoi.com.) (7/03)
Women's R ecreational
B asketball N ight is every Monday
8t James John School. Bnng light
and dark T-shirts. Newcomers
welcome! (7:15-8:30 pm.
7439 N Charleston St. $3.) (7/03)
Who wouldn't love her? A 19th century poet falls in with
unlikely com rades in Portland O pera's The Tales o f Hoffmann.
Portland Leather A lliance is a pansexual. nonprofit
organization dedicated to fostering 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 pdxleatheraSianceorg) (7/03)
Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday
for potluck and socializing. M eet men into a leather
tie style 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 funyQaracne1.com .) (7/03)
P ortland 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 putpos-
es (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228 503286-4613
o r 360-254 1718. pdxprimetimersQyahoo com.
www geocities com/pdxprimetimers ) (7/03)
P ortland S tate U niversity Queers and A llies
offers educational and social programming and support
and referral services for people of all onentatkms.
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. queersandatliesQmailpdx.edu.
www.queersandaKies.pdx e d u ) (7/03)
i C ity D iscussion Club, the largest open pan-
sexual/altem etive sexuality dub in the Northwest, is
open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are
safe, sane and consensual M onthly meetings, work
shops and newsletter. (503 972 1869. -
rcdcQteleport.com . www rcdc.org.) (7/03)
Together W orks, a confidential group for lesbians,
gays, bisexuals and friends, meets fo r socials and dte-
cussions of topes of mutual interest Meets second
and fourth Mondays (7.30 pm M ay September. 7 pm
O ctober A pril First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls S t .
McMinnville Don 503 434 6266.) (7/0 3 )
U rban U p sta rts « an a ctivity and social club fo r
professional gay men between th e ir late 20s and
early 40s Portland has more to o ffe r than dubs, and
we can prove it (PO Box 2372. Portland. OR
97217. 503 285-1414 m foQ pdxgaynel. com.
www pdxgaynel.com .) (7 /0 3 )
Young Man's CoHaa Talk is every Wednesday at
3 Fnends Coffeehouse (7 -9 pm. 201 SE 12th Ave.)
(7/03)
W ashington County Man Talk is an opportunity for
gay men Wing In Washington County to get together on
a monthly basis for Informal social Interaction
(6:30-8 30 pm second Friday. A rt 503642-2479 or
arwKOhevanet co m ) (7/03)
Woman on Whaals (WOW) is a motorcycle dub for
all women who like to ride We meet monthly at Stiver
Dotar Pizza in Beaverton, sponsor riding dimes and
take day trips (5 pm second Sunday 6940 SW H al
BNd. ienawhO aol.com .) (7/03)
i Who Cook and Radpa Exehanga meet
first Saturday of the month Let 's break bread together,
share cooking tips and good food, and meet new
friends (Jeanette or Momea 503-591-1823
jvrQ pcei.com .) (7/03)
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventure Group. Portland's gay and lesbian out
doors group, organizes a variety o f activities and social
events including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, camping
and raftmg. (PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 972062201.
503-452-5680 www.adventuregroup.org.) (7/03)
The Amazon Dragona is a lesbian-focused competi
tive dragon boat racing club Recruiting new members m
2003 W ork hard, meet new people, and have fun. (Eàen
503-762-4742 www.amamndragon8.org.)
BiN et Oregon is a statewide organization that
encourages networking withm the bisexual community
as well as among others in the sexual m inonties com
munity We play host to numerous social events, month
ly munches and an annual gathering (503622-1178
www.binetor.org.) (7/03)
! Group outings are cooperative adventures for
women. Participants are responsible for prow kng their
own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for
their s k i and fitness level. AH s k i levels welcome.
(Tam 503659-2782 n ccl 127QhotmaHcom
www.geocifites.com / ncc 1127/forestpdx.) (7/0 3 )
The Gay Women's GoN G roup welcomes a t levels
of players (503-380-1020 pgwggQyahoo com .) (7/03)
The Lesbian Equestrian G roup gets together for
equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise
503-654 3865. Lynn 503-777-2339 kekavQrdrop com .)
(7/03)
The Lesbian Garden C lub is a group o f women who
love gardens and gardening They exchange plants,
seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good
time C at or e-mail for a copy of the newsletter and
information about upcoming events (Kathe
503-9062002. lgcoregonOaol.com.) (7/0 3 )
O ut Dancing teaches dancing for same sex couples
at Ankeny Street Studio. Classes fo r different dance
styles start the first Friday and first Sunday of each
month. Also a monthly dance social. (503-236-5129.
out__dancingQyahoo.com) (7/03)
The P ortland Gay and Lasbian B ow ling
A ssociation is m Its 25th season1 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
bowlpdxQaol.com www pdxbovd.com.) (7/03)
W hether you're a I running novice or a seasoned
marathoner. P ortland Frontrunners welcome gay.
lesbian, bi and trans people o f a l abilities and interests.
(503-8164626. www potdandfrontwnner8.org.) (7/0 3 )
i offers danang every
third Saturday of the month (7-10 pm. 3830 SE 62nd
Ave. 503-7765024 )(7 /0 3 )
Roee Cby SofthsK Association « an adult softbel
league for the gay. lesben and bi community and friends
In the Portland metropolitan area offers an open dk/tsion
Central Oregon:
Social
The Lesbian N etw ork o f C e n tra l Oregon
welcomes all lesbian, bi and trans women for monthly
activities, including potlucks. dances and drumming
circles. M ight start a cancer support group.
(541-317 8457.)
Social group fo r gay and b i man in Central Oregon
M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties
(541-312-8881.) (7/0 3 )
Southern Oregon: Social
Abdfll-Eltis Lambda Community Center plays host
to social events and groups. CaH for schedule (717
Siskiyou Bhd.. Ashland. Mailing address PO Box 627.
Ashland. OR 97520. 541-4886990. www.abdeKis.org.)
(7/03)
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
The O U Tdoor G roup is a friendly, inclusive bunch
of Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating,
mushroom hunting, skiing, hot sponging and just
about any other a ctivity you can dream up Occasional
weekend camping. (Kim 541 484-2147. kim sQefn org.
w w w outdoorgroup.org.) (7 /0 3 )
r*d W alkers go out every Saturday
morning m Eugene (9 am. 15th and Agate Hank
541-484-6259 o r Sadie 5 4 1 48 5 -3 2 82 ) (7/03)
The Eugene GLBT Tennis G roup gets together
weekends to play fo r fun and exercise Open to a l ages
and skill levels. (kfranken8Qyahoo.com.) (7/03)
Willamette Valley: Social
The C apitol Forum is a sexual m inority social ser
vice organization serving the mid-W illamette Valley.
(503-3636006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 973080663.
www salem cf.org.) (7 /3 )
Confluence) The W iiiam otte Valley Mixad
GALA C horus rehearses 4-6:30 pm Sundays at
Unitarian Urwersakst Congregation of Salem. 5090
Center St NE (541-7544144 confkienceQaol com
www.confhiencechorus org.) (7/0 3 )
The Eugene Lesbian/ Gay /B isexual 20s/30s
S ocial C lub enjoys a weekly game night and brunch
every Sunday at Brail s (Bnan 541 485-3437.) (7/03)
The Lasbian Connection (TLC) meets once a
month for potlucks and other various fun activities in
Eugene A ll women welcome. (Bonnie 541 683-2793 )
(7/0 3 )
Lasbian Dance C hib o f Eugene teaches ongoing
ballroom dance lessons. (suseiyndQyehoo com )(7 /0 3 )
M a rio n b e rry S alon m eets m onthly in Salem for
potlucks and discussion o f books touching on the
lesbian, gay. bi experience (C ary 503-363 6036
m arionberryaalonQ aol.com ) (7 /0 3 )