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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (March 21, 2003)
• march 21.2003 outreach H E A L T H Metro: Anti-violence BradtoyAngle H o u m provides emergency shelter for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for women battered by women Also provides individ ual support and advocacy for queer youth of all genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (Francie 5 03 232 7805 ) (7/03) Clackamas Woman's Service* 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 503 654-2288) (7/03) Family Canter Outreach Office, a program of Volunteers o f America located m Southeast Portland, offers support groups and drop in services to lyomen and children who are survivors of domestic violence (Samantha 503 771 5503 ) (7/03) Portland Women's Crisis 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/survrvors of violence, rape/sexual assault and adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse All service are free and confidential (503235 5333 or 888 2 3 5 5 3 3 3 )0 1 0 3 ) Meaningful Journey* is a support/therapy group for trans women looking for connection and community Facilitated by Beth Richman. LCSW (503-754 6145 bethnchm anlcswOword oberhn e d u ) (7/0 3 ) Support group fo r gay man led by expenenced gay therapist William Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic setting (503-292-1069 hamdoug&aolcom ) (7703) YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding tee scale counseling fo r individuals, cou ples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive 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 M etropolitan Community Church o f Portland. 2400 NE Broadway) (7/03) - Rosetown Ramblers Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus levels (PO Box 5352, Portland. OR Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step program for 97228-5352. www. rosetownramblers com .) (7/03) environment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on Wednesday evenings. ( 17 SW Second Ave 503 294 7440 or 503 294 7401. ext 2017 H 7/03) those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome (503 452 5961 www portlandsaa org ) (7/03) Metro: Sexual ly transm itted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointment or on a first-com e, first- served walk in basis M ost insurance plans accepted; sliding scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am 5 pm Monday Fnday except I -5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark St 503 988 3700 ) (7/03) Team Tennis meets 8 am-noon Womenspaca provides a 24 hour hot line and shelter for women, men and children who have been abused physical ly. sexually or emotionalty Spanish speaking available Plays host to a lesbian and tx women's support group (Cnsis 8002812800 Business 541 4858232) (7/03) 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 (541 342-5582 www eugenesaa com ) (7/03) Gay M en'* Drawing Group seeks those who like Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other to draw or model M eets every second and fourth Thursday o f the month. (Pfukp 503-287-7447.) (7/0 3 ) Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon Sign up on the e-mail list at www technodyke.com/dykemght (dykem ghtportland9yahoo.com .) (7/03) Bridge« Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and Portland Gay Men'« Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an individual to fill the rote of M usic Librarian (503-226-2588 www.pdxgmc.org.) (7/03) Portland Lesbian C hoir ta a nonaudit ion community choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers. (503-241-8994. w w w .p icfm org ) (7/03) Real Connection is a social gathering fo r gay men who are artists, w riters or musicians or who pursue some creative activity M onthly poducks on the second Friday (C a d 503-284-2971J O /0 3 ) The R om City Gay Fraadaai Band provides an artis tic outlet to a l gay people and supportive friends of varying musicai s k i levels Performs a variety o f styles from ebssr ,cal to contemporary in annual and special event concerts. (503-790-2170. irloO rcgfb.org wwwregfc o rg ) (7/03) Metro: General Asian A Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit community voice fo r gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islander Oregonians. A ctivities include poducks. 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 apIgjidxO yahoo com 7(7/03) Bad G iris is a social and educational organization with an emphasis on safe, sane and consensual BDSM among self-identified women W orkshops, discussions and aocai events Women o f a l orientations and prefer encee can connect and ask questions during the Kinky Women's Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday CPOBox 17254. Portland. OR 97217-0254 503-9722233 conlact9pdxbadglt1s.net.) (7/0 3 ) BI m i u s I Community Forum is an age- and gender inclusive social, support and education network. Activities include dances, poducks. M d trtps and a polyamory interest group M eetings are every first Monday (7 3 0 pm 3 Friends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Aye (ju r y 503-2884646.) (7/03) Cascade Flyura are gey. lesbian and bi aviators, both private and professional, m W ashington. Oregon and southern British Columbia Dinner meetings In Portland eras. (503-228-6675 casOyenOyehoo com, www geedbes com/casSym.) (7/03) Swim T i m fo r the gay and lesbian community offers coached workouts fo r aH skill levels. Come swim with the Pups and in w o ve your health and techniques. Practices are at the Grant High School pool. (Megan at gbay2l49yahoo.com . www geodties.com /sw im pdx) (7/03) Multnomah County Health Department STD Program offers testing and treatm ent for sexual inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while budding bridges and prom oting understanding w ith the greater public. Honors and strives fo r diversity m its members, music and audiences. (503-242-1675 bndgesvocalensembleOyBhoo. com http://com m unity.oregonkre.com /cc/bndges) (7/0 3 ) Metro: Arts & Music Ski Out is a group o f Portland-area gay men. lesbians and supportive friends who meet for downhill ski and snowboard tnps to Mount Hood every other weekend (www.skioot.org.) (7/03) The COQ8URE is a social group for people who were bom or raised female but who do n 't Identify as totally female. This includes people bom female o r intersexed and who are unsure of their gender or who are consid ering changing identity, guys who are explonng possi b ilities fo r inner/outer gender, those who are not tran sitioning but identify always or sometimes as guys, as well as guys who are transitioning or have transitioned. We welcome significant others and members of aH sexual orientations M onthly social. (503-471-1515.) (7/0 3 ) S O C I A L R o m C ity Softball A ssociation is an adult softball league for the gay. lesbian and bi community and fnends in the Portland metropolitan area O ffers an open division and a women's division and Is affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance. (503-552-4769 w w w jxrtlandgeysoftball.com .) (7/03) Willamette Valley: Health Metro: Mental Health Potter*« H o u m M inistries offers J dancing every third Saturday o f the om onth (7 1 0 p m 3830S E 62ndA ve 5 5 0 3 -7 7 5 -5 0 2 4 )0 /0 3 ) 50+ lesbian social group for women meets on the third Saturday of the month. (4-7 pm. 503-642-3360 or 503-286-3575)1 7/03) Friends is a weekly support and discussion group for African American gay and bi men. (S-7 pm Wednesday. Bnan 503-287-8651.) (7/03) Funny Lndtes Tan and Poaay Sociuty is a social group for lesbians 35 and older They meet for a pottuck on the second Saturday o f each month. E-maJ newslet te r is free on request. (503-760-0816. flatapsO aol c o m ) (7/03) Imperial Sovereign Rons Court of Dragon is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund-ratsing organization in the state of Oregon. Meetings are the first two Mondays o f each month (www.poisonwaters.com o r w w w .rvsecourt.org) (7/0 3 ) Jewish Ga y Man's G ro u p -c a ll for meeting time and place (503-246-5939 efrarm levi9eol com .) (7/03) Leather Night and Rad Hanky Social is the first and third Fnday o f each month at G ail's D irty Duck. (9 pm-m idnight 439 NW Third Ave 503-224-8446. pdxsaltydgO aolcom .) (7/03) Laatfcarwom ea't Supper Club >s a social group for women who share an nterest in D /S . age-play, clothing fetishes or 8 /D /S /M Potlucks and discussions are held on third Saturdays (PO Box 14931. Portland. OR 97293.) (7/03> You'll got well fast in Generic Hospital through April 12 at Brody Theater (503231-3992 kjkjkst9em te.com . w wwspiretech.com /~awntle/lulu.htm .) (7/03) Men's Film Talk meets regularly to discuss films. (film taik9aracnet com .) (7/03) Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group lo r families (including dads). Have fun and make connections and friendships with other great fa m ie s1 (Flora 503-284-0216 o r Jaquelme 503-282-0565) (7/03) 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 org.) (7/03) Oregon Mon Enjoying Naturism is a social organi zation in which gay male natunsts/nudists may enjoy the camaraderie o f ike-m inded gay men in a safe, whole some environment. Pottuck social third Sunday of every month (omenpdx9yahoo.com. www geooties.eom //om enpdx/.) (7/3 ) ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a social club for gay men who enjoy being nude. M onthfy potlucks and events Guests are invited to attend two events before deciding on membership. (PO Box 3152. Portland. OR 972933152. organ_info9organ-pdx org www organ-pdx.org) (7/03) Portland BiM suai Alliance sponsors social and political events for bi and bi-friendiy people and orga nizes the Portland Bi Day raRy (503-775-9717 pba9biportland.org. www.biportland.org.)(1103) Portland B iM iu a l Women is a support and discus sion group fo r bi and questioning women Women of any age. race, ability or cultural ongin are encouraged to attend Topic discussion meetings second and fourth Fnday o f every month (503283-6433. portlandbiwomenOaol.com.) (7/03) Portland Leather Alliance is a pansexual. nonprofit organization derfccated to fostering a positive community fo r safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexual- ties in general and S /M /leather/fetish in particular (503-727-3148. w w w pdxieatherakanceorg)(7/03) Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday for potluck and socializing. M eet men into a leather lifestyle and keep abreast o f leather happenings No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just leather socialization fo r the past 15 years. (360-896-6665. funyOaracnet com.) (7/03) Portland Metro Prime 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. OR 97228. 503286-4613 or 360-254-1718 pdxprimebmers9yahoo.com. wwwgeocilies.com /pdxprim etim ers.) (7/03) Portland State University Queers and Allies Lesbian N aturalist Network forming for women seriously interested m the natural history o f birds, plants and animals to go out bading. 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 > offers educational and social programming and support and referral services for people of all orientation». Tackles issues pertinent to the queer community on campus and beyond. Non-PSU students also welcome to attend activities and meetings (441A Smith Memorial Center, 1825 SW Broadway. Portland. OR 97201 503 725-5681. queersendallies9mall.pdx.edu. wwwqueersandalkespclx.edu.) (7/03) Lesbian* Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) R o m City D iM ussion Club, the largest open pen- is a fun-loving group o f women who enjoy exploring a l aspects of the environment. Activities indude bird wetchmg. nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazing and an occasional ‘ lecture.* No experience necessary (6 45 8 3 0 pm second Thursday planning meeting 503-617-1989 o r hea_k^cunnngham9uhc com ) (7/03) sexnal/altem ative sexuality dub in the Northwest, is open to aH orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are aafe. sane and consensual Monthfy meetings, work shops and newsletter (503-972-1869 rcdcO teieport com w w w rcdc.org.) (7/03) Lulu's Pervy PtaybouM >s a social group for self identifying women vdto are into S /M Play parties are held on the second Saturday o f the month Together Works, a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and friends, meets for socials and ds- cuaswns of topics o f mutual interest Meets second and fourth Mondays (7.30 pm May September. 7 pm O ctober A p r) First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls S t . McMinnville. Don 503-434-6266) (7/03) Urban Upstarts is an activity and social club fo r pro fessional gay men between their late 20a and early 40s. Portland has more to offer than clubs, and we can prove it. (PO Box 2372. Portland. OR 97217. 503-285-1414. mloOpdxgaynetcom. www.pdxgaynet.com.) (7/0 3 ) Sunday at University o f Portland. First time is free, then $3 fo r subsequent play. (503-735-9058 o r 5032827210. rayscottvwa9yahoo.com .) (7/03) Trillium M orris Dancers welcomes a l orientations and genders to join in a vigorous and celebratory Engfish dance traefition, practicing weekly for informal summer performances. (6:30 pm Monday. 503-234-4594 m orris9eastsidewebsites.com . www.ea3tsidewebsltes.com /m orrls.) (7/03) Young Mon's Coffoo Talk is every Wednesday at 3 Friends Coffeehouse. (7-9 pm 201 SE 12th 4ve.) (7/03) Woman on Whaaia (WOW) is a m otorcycle dub for all women who like to ride. We meet monthly at Silver Dollar Pizza m Beaverton, sponsor ricfcng ctoiics and take day tnps. (5 pm second Sunday 6940 SW Hall BNd jenorw h9aol.com .) (7/03) Metro: Physical Recreation Central Oregon: Social The Lesbian Network o f Control Oregon wel comes all lesbian, bi and trans women fo r monthly activ ities. Including potlucks, dances and drumming circles. (541-317-8457.) Social group fo r gay and bi men in central Oregon. M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties. (541-312-888 / J (7/03) Adventure Group. Portland's gay and lesbian out- . doors group, organizes a variety o f activities and social events mcludkig hiking, skiing, mountain Wring, camping and rafting (PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97206-2201 503-452-5680 www.acNenturegroup.org.) (7/03) The Amazon Dragona is a lesbian-focused competi tive dragon boat racing dub. Recnjitmg new members m 2003. Work hard, meet new people, and have fun. (Eileen 503-762-4742 w w w amazondragons.org.) (7/03) BiNat Oregon is a statewide organization that encourages networking within the bisexual community as well as among others in the sexual m inorities com munity. We play host to numerous social events, month ly munches and an annual gathering (503-622-1178 w w w blnetor.org) (7/03) Foreet Group outings are cooperative adventures for women. Participants are responsible for providkig their own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for their skit and fitness level. All skill levels welcome. (Tam 503-659-2782 n c c l l279hotm ak.com . www.geocitftes.com /ncc1127/forestpdx.) 17/03) The Guy Women's GoM Group welcomes aH levels o f players (www turfgida.com.) (7/03) The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities m the Pacific Northwest. (Denise 503654-3865 Lynn 503-777-2339. kelrav9rdm p.com .) (7/03) The Lesbian Garden Club is a group o f women who love gardens and gardening. They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good time. Call or e-m al fo r a copy o f the newsletter and information about upcoming events (Kathe 503 909-2002 ¡gcoregon9aol com ) (7/03) Out Dancing teaches dancing for same sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio Classes fo r different dance styles start the first Friday and first Sunday o f each month. Also a monthly dance social. (S03-23&5I29. outdancingO yahoo com) (7/03) The Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and lesbian sadboat and powerboat owners to cruise the W iam etfe River, Columbia River and Multnomah Channel. Promotes good fellowship and safe boating (503-345-8523 pcydub9earthknk.net X 7 /0 3 ) Portland Gay end Lesbian Bonding Association is m its 25th season' M eets Sundays at The Holfywood Lanes Drop-ins welcome anytime. (3.30 pm. 4030 NE Halsey St. Mailing address PO Box 80002. Portland. OR 972081002. 503 2934)438 bowlpdx0aol.com wwwpdxbowl c o m )(1103) W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay. lesbian, tx and trans people of a l abilities and interests (503-819-4626 wwwporhandfrvntnjnners o rg ) (7/03) Southern Oregon: Social AbdHLEHia Lambda Community Conter plays host to social events and groups. Cal for schedule. (717 Siskiyou BNd.. Ashland Making address: PO Box 927, Ashland. OR 97520.541-4886990. www.abdeSs.org) 0 /0 3 ) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Tho OUT door Group is a friendly, inclusive bunch of Eugene people who go biking. Wong, skating, mush room hunting, skiing, hot springing and just about any other activity you can dream up Occasional weekend camping. (Kim 541-484-2147. Im s9e fn .o rg . www.ouldoorgroup.org.) (7/03) Frontnm nur and Welkers go out every Saturday morning m Eugene (9 am. 15th and Agate Hank 541-484-6259 o r& d ie 541-485-3282.) (1/0 3 ) The Eugene GLBT Tennis Group gets together weekends to piay lo r fun and exercise Open to aft ages and skill levels, (kfranken80yahoo.com .) (7/03) Willamette Valley: Social The Capitol Forum is a sexual m inority social service organization serving the imd-W illamette Valley (503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 973080663. www.salemcf org 7 (7 /3 ) ConRuoncul Tho W ill*m otto VaHoy Miaod GALA Chorus rehearses 4-6 30 pm Sundays at Unitarian Unweraafist Congregation o f Salem, 5090 Center St. NE. (541-754 4144 confluenceOaolcom. www.conlhjencechorus.org) (7/0 3 ) The Eugono Lesbian/G ay/BiM iual 20s/30t Social Club enjoys a weekly game night and brunch every Sunday at Brail's (Bnan 5 4 1 4853437.) (7/03) The Gay Movie Group gets together to view and discusses GLBT film. (7 pm Thursday. k/ranken89yahoocom .) (7/03) The Loebian Connection (TLC) meets once a month for poducks and other various fun activities m Eugene A l women welcome (Bonnie 541-683-2793 ) (7/03) Losbion Dance Club of Eugene leeches ongoing beftroom dance lessons (susefynd9yahoo com )(7 /0 3 ) Marion berry Solon meets monthly in Salem for potiucka and discussion of books touchmg on the gey/lestxan/bi experience (Cary 503-363-8036 manonberrysalonOeol.com.) (7/03)
