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aspects of the erraronment Activities include bed wetch
ng. nature walks, archaeology, camprig. kayaking, star
gazing and an occasional 'lecture ' No experience neces
sary (6 45-8 30 pm second Thursday planning meeting
503617 1989 or bsJtcuhnmghamQuhc.com >(7/03)
HEALTH
Metro: Anti-violence
Bradley Angle H oum provides emergency shelter for
woman identified domestic violence survivors and a sup
port group for women battered by women Also provides
individual support and advocacy for queer youth of all gen
ders who have experienced emotional physical or sexual
abuse Free, confidential and safe (Francie 503 232 7805)
(7/03)
Clackamas Woman'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 7222366 Cnsis Line
503 654 2288 X7/03)
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals couples
and groups m a safe, confidential and supportive environ
ment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on Thursday
evenings (17 SW Second Ave 503 294 7440 X 7/03)
Portland Women's Crisis Line operates a
24 hour crisis intervention hotline for survivors of
domestic and sexual violence and provides informa
tion and referrals for shelter, counseling, support
groups and community education Foreign language
translation available (503 235 5333 or 888 235 5333
www unitedway pdx org/family/pdxwomen html)
(7/04)
SAFE (Stop Abuse for Everyone) provides
resources for sexual mmonties who fall through the
cracks ol traditional domestic violence services (PO
Box 951. Tualatin. OF! 97062 www safe4all org) (7/04)
Metro: Mental Health
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 NF Broadway ) (7/03)
Sei Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual orientation is welcome
(503 452 5961 www portlandsaaorg) (7/03)
Metro: Sexual
The Multnomah County Health Department
STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexual
ly transmitted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and
B vaccinations By appointment or on a first come, first
served walk in basis Most 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 1(7/03)
Willamette Valley: Health
Womentpace 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 (Crisis 800 281 2800 Business
541 485 8232)(7/03)
Meaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group for
trans women looking for connection and community
Facilitated by Beth Richman LCSW (503 754 6145
bethnchmanlcswQword oberiin edu) (7/03)
Willamette Valley: Recovery
Support group for gay men led by experienced
are suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual
orientation is not an issue (541 342 5582
www eugenesaa com ) (7/03)
gay therapist William Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic
setting (503 292 1069 hamdougQaol com.) (7/03)
SOCIAL
Metro: Arts & Music
Bridget Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and
inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while
buidmg bridges and promoting understanding with the
Eugene SAA is a 12 step fellowship for those who
Biseiual 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. (7.30 pm. 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE
12th Ave Laury 503-285 4848 X7/03)
Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and tx aviators, both
greater public, Honors and strives for dwersity m its
members, music and audiences (503 242 1675.
bndgesvocalensembleQyahoo com
community oregonkve com/cc/bndges) (7 Z03)
private and professional, in Washington. Oregon and
southern Bntish Columbia Dinner meetings m Portland
area (503 228 6675 casffyersQyahoo.com.
www geoaties com/casfiyers ) (7/03)
FUm Fatales is for single lesbians older than 30 who
enjoy watching movies Meets fourth Saturday of every
month (36(7694 -4163) (7/04)
COQSUREis a social group for people who were
Gay Men's Drawing Group seeks those who like
to draw or model Meets every second and fourth
Thursday of the month (Philip 503-287 7447 ) (7/03)
Portland Gay Men'« Chorus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers Seeking an individual
to HI the role of Music Libranan (503 2262588.
www pdxgmc org.) (7/03)
Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonaurktion community
bom or raised female but who don't identify as totaHy
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 explonng possibili
ties for inner/outer gender, those who are not transi
tiornng 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 orientations Monthly social (503471 1515/(7/03)
Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other
choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and
volunteers (portlandtesbanchoxQhotmaiLcom
www plchon org) (7/03)
Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday
afternoon Sign up on the e mad list at
www technodyke com/dykenight
(dykenjghtportlarxKfyahoo com) (7/03)
Real Connection is a social gathenng for gay men
50+ lesbian social group for women meets on the
who are artists wnters or musicians or who pursue
some creative activity Monthly potlucks on the second
Fnday (Cad 503 284 2971 )(7/03)
third Saturday of the month (4-7 pm 5036423360 or
503 286-3575 1(7/03)
The Rose City Gay Freedom Band provides an artts
tic outlet to at gey people and supportive fnends of varying
muscai ski levels Performs a variety of styles from dassi
cal to contemporary m annual and special event concerts.
(503 7902170 nfntfrtgft cvy www .rg/b org 1(7/03)
African American gay and bi men (5-7 pm Wednesday
Bnan 503 287 8651.) (7103)
Metro: General
Asian t Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gaye is
a nonprofit community voice for gey. lesbian and tx
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. OP 97232 aptg.pdxOyahoo com.X7/03)
Bad Giris 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 a« orientations and prefer
enr.es can connect and ask questions during the Kinky
Woman's Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second
Tuesday (PO Box 17254 Portland OP 97217 0254
5039722233 contactQpdxbadgirts net 1(7/03)
BiNet Oregon is a statewide organization that
encourages networking within the bisexual community
as weH as among others m the sexual mmonties com
mumty We play host to numerous social events, month
ly munches and an annual gathering (503622 1178
www bmetor. org.) (7/03)
Lulu'« Pervy Playhouse is a social group for self
identifying women who are into S/M Play parties are
held on the second Saturday of the month
(503 231 3992 lu/ukstOexcite com
www spiretech com/-awntie/lulu htm ) (7/03)
Man's FilmTalk meets regularly to discuss Hm6
(hlmtalkQaracnet com 1(7/03)
Family Center Outreach Office, a program of
Volunteers of Amenca located in Southeast Portland,
offers support groups and drop in services to women
and children who are survivors of domestic violence
(Samantha 503 771 5503 1(7703)
Conduit Dance heats up the indoors, too, with its
Summer Performance Festival Series through July 26
Friends is a weekly support and discussion group for
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 or Jaquebne 503 282-0565) (7/03)
Northwest Gander Alliance is a social and support
organization for cross dressers and transsexuals
Monthly open meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928.
Portland. OP 97208 5036462802
www nwgwpdx org 1 (7/03)
Oregon Men Enjoying Naturism is a social organi
zation in which gay male naturists/nudists may enjoy the
camaraderie of like minded gay men in a safe, whole
some environment Potluck social third Sunday of every
month (omenpdxQyahoo com
www geocities com//omenpdx/'.) (7/3)
Imperial Sovereign Ro»« Court of Oregon is
the oldest gay lesbian tx and trans social/fund raising
organization m the state of Oregon Meetings are the
first two Mondays of each month
(www poisonwaters com or www rosecourt org.) (7/03)
rail for meeting time
and place (503 246-5939 efratmleviQaolcom) (7/03)
Jewish Gay Men's Group
Leather Night and Red Hanky Social is the first
and third Friday of each month at Gad s Dirty Duck.
(9 pm midnight 439 NW Third Ave 503-224 8446
pchsaltydgQaoi com) (7/03)
A peer fanttated Lesbian Discussion 1 Social Group
for women of any age meets first and ttwd Wednesdays to
talk about changing topics (6 30-8 pm. 800 NW Sixth Ave
1253 5032270605 nghtor4estx«0yahoocom)(7/O3)
Lesbian Naturalist Network ■■ rmnq for women senous
ly nterested n the natural hretory of buds plants and ammals
to go out twdng botanizing trackrig. etc and to explore the
meaning of whet we see (Beth 50322679193(7/0*)
Lesbians Enjoying Nature end Science (LENS) s
a fun loving group of women who enjoy explonng ai
/
ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gey 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. OP 97293 -3152. organjnfoOorganpdx org
www organpdx org) (7/03)
A gay Pinochle Group invites others to play cards
Sundays at Hobo's. (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave Mike
503-2038426X7/03)
Portland Bisexual Alliance sponsors srxciel and
political events for bi and bi-fnendly people and organ
izes the Portland 8i Dey rally. (503 775-9717.
pbaObiportlandorg www biportiand.org.) (7/03)
Portland Bisexual Women is a support and discussion
group for b and questioning women Women of any age.
race ability or cultural ongn are encouraged to attend
Topic discussion meetings second and fourth Fnday of
every month (portlandbmvmenQattb com.) (7/04)
Portland Leather Alliance is 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 m particular.
(503- 727-3148 www pdxleatheralhance org) (7/03)
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 funyQaracnet com) (7/03)
Í
doors group, organizes a vanety of activities and social
events including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, camping
and rafting (PO Box 2201. Portland. OP 97208-2201.
503-452 5680 www adventuregroup org) (7/03)
The Amazon Dragons is a lesbian-focused competi
tive dragon boat racing club. Recruiting new members in
2003 Work hard, meet new people, and have fun.
(Eileen 503 762-4742. www.amacondragons.org.)
(7/03)
Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for
women Participants are responsible for providing their
own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for
their ski# and fitness level. AH skill levels welcome.
CTarm 503-659-2782 nccl 127Qhotmail.com.
wwwgeocitites.com/ncc 1127/forestpdx.) (7/03)
Portland State University Queer« and Allies
Out Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples
at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance
styles start the fust Fnday and first Sunday of each
month. Also a monthly dance social. (5032365129.
ouCdancingQyahoo.com) (7/03)
Together Works a confidential group for lesbians,
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 Don 503 434 62663(7/03)
Urban Upstart* is an activity and social club for pro
fessional gay men between their late 20s and earty 40s
Portland has more to offer than clubs, and we can prove
it (RO Box 2372. Portland. OP 97217 503 285-1414
email&u'banupstarts com or www urbanupstarts com.)
(7/04)
The Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling
Association is m its 25th season1 Meets Sundays at
Hollywood Lanes Drop-ms welcome anytime. (330 pm.
4030 NE Halsey St Mailing address PO Box 80002.
Portland. OP 97208 1002. 503-293-0438
bowlpdxQaol.com wwwpdxbowfcom.)(7/03)
Frontrunner and Walker* go out every Saturday
morning in Eugene (9 am 15th and Agate Hank
541-484 6259 or Sadie 541 485 3282) (7/03)
Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay.
lesbian, tx and trans people of all abilities and interests
(503819-4626 www portlandfrontrunners org ) (7/03)
lesbian community that offers coached workouts for all
skid levels Come swim with the Pups and improve your
health and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at
Columbia Pool. (7701 N Chatauqua Blvd
swimpdxQyahoo com www geocities.com/swimpdx 1
(7/04)
R om City Softball Association is an adult softbaH
bians ages 40 to 55 (pennyJlQthefreesite com
www whatamdomghere no-fulls net.) (7/04)
league for the gay. lesbian and b community and fnends
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventure Group Portland s gay and lesbian out
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
of Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating,
mushroom hunting, sluing, hot springing and just
about any other activity you can dream up
Occasional weekend camping (Kim 541 484-2147
kimsQefn org www.outdoorgroup.org ) (7/03)
Whet Am I Doing Hera is a social group for les
Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange holds
a potluck the first Saturday of every month for women
who love to cook eat meet new friends and share
greet food (5033569552 ¡vrOpce: com.)(7/04)
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. OP 97520 541488-6990
www abdeflisorg.) (7/03)
The OUTdoor Group is a fnendly. inclusive bunch
third Saturday of the month (7-10 pm 3830 SE 62nd
Ave 503-775-5024 X7/03)
all women who like to nde We meet monthly at Jubrtz,
sponsor ndmg clmics and take day tnps (5 pm second
Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way tenorwhQaol com)
(7/04)
The Lesbian Network of Central Oregon wel
comes all lesbian, tx and trans women for monthly activ
ities, mcludng potlucks, dances and drumming circles
(541-3178457)
The Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and
lesbian saitwat and powerboat owners to cnnse the
Willamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah
Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating
(503345-8523 pcydubOearthhnk net.) (7/03)
Young Men's Coffee Talk is every Wednesday at
3 Friends Coffeehouse (79 pm 201 SE 12th Ave )
(7/03)
Women on Wheels (WOW) s a motorcycle club for
Central Oregon: Social
Southern Oregon: Social
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 PSD students also welcome
to attend activities and meetings. (44 1A Smith
Memorial Center. 1825 SW Broadway Portland OP
97201 503 725 5681.queersandalbesQmailpdx.edu.
www queersandalhes pdx edu3(7/03)
sexual/altemative sexuality club in the Northwest, is
open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are
safe, sane and consensual Monthly meetings, work
shops and newsletter (503-972-1869
rcdcQteleport com www rcdb org 1(7/03)
play (503-735-9058 or 503 282-7210.
rayscottvwaQyahoo com.) (7/03)
The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for
equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest (Denise
503 654-3865 Lynn 503-777 2339 kelravQrdrop com.)
(7/03)
mature gay men and those who appreciate them, com
ing together for social, educational and cultural purpos
es (PO Box 5884. Portland. OP 97228 503286 4613
or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimersQyahoo com.
www geoaties.com/pdxpnmetimers 1 (7/04)
R om City Discussion Club the largest open pan
Team Tennis meets 8 am-noon Sunday at University
of Portland First time is free, then $3 for subsequent
Social group for gay and bi men in central Oregon.
Monthly dinners annual barbecue and holiday parties
(541-312-8881) (7/03)
The Lesbian Garden Club 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 mad for a copy of the newsletter and
information about upcoming events (Kathe
503 909-2002 IgcoregonQaolcom.) (7/03)
Portland Metro Prime Timer« is a social group for
snowboard tnps to Mount Hood every other weekend
(www skiout.org.) (7/03)
The Gay Woman's Golf Group welcomes all levels
of players (www turfgidz.com.) (7103)
Portland Upstream is a swim team for the gay and
Funny Ladle« Tea and Posey Society « a social
grwp for lesbians 35 and older They meet for a potluck on
the second Saturday of each month E mad newsletter s
free on request (503 7600616 HatapsQaol com) (7/03)
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Potter's H oum Ministries offers dancing every
m the Portland metropolitan area Offers an open drvi
skxi and a women s division and is affiliated with the
North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance
(503 5524769 www portlandgaysoftball com) (7/03)
The Eugene GLBT Tennis Group gets together
weekends to play for fun and exercise. Open to a* ages
and skiH levels. (kfranken8Oyahoocom.)(7/03)
Willamette Valley: Social
The Capitol Forum <s a sexual rmnonty social service
organization serving the mid-WiHamette Valley
(503 363 0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OP 97308 0663
www saiemcf.org.) (7/3)
Confluencei The Willamette Valley Mixed
GALA Chorus rehearses 4 6 30 pm Sundays at
Unitarian Umversaltst Congregation of Salem. 5090
Center St NE (541-754 4144 confiuenceOaolcom.
wwwconfluencechorus org)(7/03)
The Eugene Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual 2O*/3Os
Social Club enjoys a weekly game night and
brunch every Sunday at Brad’s (Bnan
541 485 3437) (7/03)
Eugene s Gay Movie Group gets together to view
and discusses GLBT film (7 pm Thursday
kfrankenBQyahoo com.) (7/03)
Rosetown Rambler* Portland s gay and lesbian
square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus lev
efs (PO Box 5352 Portland. OP 972285352
www rosetownramblers com) (7/03)
The Lesbian Connection (TLC) meets once a
month for potlucks and other various fun activities in
Eugene AH women welcome (Bonne 541 6832793)
(7/03)
RoundsAbout Portland offers social dancing class
es including cued waltz and two-step m rounds
Lesbian gay. straight singles and couples welcome.
(Patty 503 234-7868 Bob 503 231 5135.
pattyfrench57Qhotmait com )(7/04)
Ski Out is a group of Portland area gay men lesbians
and supportive fnends who meet for downhill ski and
Lesbian Dance Club of Eugene leeches ongoing
ballroom dance lessons (suselyndQyahoo com ) (7/03)
Marionberry Salon meets monthly m Salem for
potlucks and discussion of books touching on the
gay/lesbian/bi experience (Cary 503 363-6036
manonberrysakmQaol com.) (7/03)