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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 1, 2003)
J * a t M B • august 1.2003 outreach H KA L T H Metro: Anti-violence Bradley Angie Houaa provides emergency shelter lor woman identified domestic violence survivors and a support group lor women battered by women Also provides mdmd ual support and advocacy lor queer youth of all genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free confidential and sale (Franc» 503 232 7905 ->(7/03) C la cka m a s W om an's S e rv ic e s oilers shelter, sup port and resource referral to survivors o l domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly Wheelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls accepted (Office 503 122 2366 Cnsis Line 503 654 2298) (7/03) Family C enter O utreach O ffice a program ol Volunteers o l America located m Southeast Portland, offers support groups and dropm services to women and children who are survivors o l domestic violence (Samantha 503 171 5503 > (7/0 3 ) YW CA o l G reeter Portland Counseling Center offers s irin g fee scale counsekng for ndrvriuals. couples and groups m a safe, confidential and supportive environ ment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on Thursday evenings ( f 7 SW Second A re 503 294 7440 X7/03) 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 7 (7/03) Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for those suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome (503 452 5961 www portlandsaa org) (7/03) Metro: Sexual The Multnom ah County Health Departm ent STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexual cnsis intervention hotline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and provides information and referrals for shelter, counseling, support groups and community education Foreign language translation available 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 (503 235 5333 or 888235 5333 www unitedway pdx org/famJy/pdxwomen him!) (7/04) Monday Fnday except 15 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark St 503 9883700 ) (7/03) SAFE (S top Abuse fo r Everyone) provides Metro: Mental Health Willamette Valley: Health W omenepace provides a 24 hour hot Ime and shelter for women, men and children who have been abused physically, sexually or emotionally Spanish speaking available Plays host to a lesbian and tx women s sup port group (Cnsis 800 281 2800 Business 541 485 8232) (7/03) M eaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group for trans women looking lor connection and community Facilitated by Beth Richman. LCSW (503 754 6145 belhnchmanlcswffword oberhn edu) (7/03) Support group lor gay men led by experienced gay therapist Wilkam Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic setting (503 292 1069 liamdougffaol com) (7/0 3 ) SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music Bridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while bwidmg bridges and promobng understanding with the greater public Honors and strives for diversity In its members, music and aucfcences (503 233-9554 bndgesvocalensembleffyahoo com. corrxnunttyoregonkvecom/cc/bndges)O704) Film Fatales « for saigle lesbians older than 30 who enjoy watching movies M eets fourth Saturday o f every month <360-694-4 163.) (7/0 4 ) Gay M en's Draw ing Group seeks those who like to draw or model Meets every second and fourth Thursday of the month (PhAp 503-287■ 7447.) (7/03) Portland Gey Men's Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an rxkwJual to f ! the role of Muse Lbranan. (503 2262588 www pdxgmc org ) (7/03) Portland Lesbian C hoir is a nonaudKioned commu nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers (portlandlesbiancholrffhotniail com. www plchotr org.) (7/04) Real Connection is a social gathering fo r gay men who are artists, w riters or musicians or vdio pursue some creative activity M onthly potiucks on the second Friday. (Cad 503 264 297D O ¡03) Lulu s Pervy Pieyhouae is a social group for self identifying women who are into S/M . Play parties are held on the second Saturday of the month (5032313992 kÁAstffexcrfecom. www sptrelech com/-awntie/kÀj htm.) (7/04) Men's Film Talk meets regularly to tkscuss films. (hlmtalkffaracnet com.) (7/03) Mom2Mom « an alcohol-free social group lo r farrokes (including dads) Have fun and make connections and fnendshps with other greet farrokes1 (Flora 503 284-0216 or Jaquefme 503 2820565 ) (7/03) Northwest Gender Alliance « a social and support organizabon for cross-dressers and transsexuals. Monthly open meetings and socials (PO Box 4928. Portland. OB 97208 503-6462802. wwwnwgwpdx.org 7(7/037 O regon M en E njoying N etunsm is a soak organiza tion r wtvch gay mete natunsts/nudBts may enpy the cama raderie of ikem nded gay men n a safe, wholesome envi ronment Potlutk social third Sunday of every month (omen- pdxffyahoocom www geoertes com//omenpdx/ ) (7/03) ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a Portland Women's C risis Line operates a 24 hour resources for sexual m inonties who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box 951. Tualatin. OB 97062 www sale4all org) (7/0 4 ) essary (6.45930 pm second Thursday pknrong meet- rig 503-617-1969 toe_k_cunrongham Aric com J(7/04) Willamette Valley: Recovery Eugene S A A is a 12 step felwvshp for those who are suf fenng from addetrre sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue (541 342 5582 www eugenesaa com .7(7/03) pofyamory interest group. Meetings are every First Monday (730 pm 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Ave Laury 503 285-4848 ) (7/03) Cascade F lyer* are gay. lesbian and tx aviators, both private and professional m Washington. Oregon and southern Bntish Columbia Dinner meetings m Portland area (503-701 7922 casHyersffyahoo com wwwgeocities.com/casltyers) (7/0 4 ) 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 mtersexed and who are unsure of their gender or who are consid ering changing identity, guys v4io are exploring possibik- ties for m ner/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 of all sex ual orientations. M onthly social. (503-471-1515.) (7/03) D y k* Night Portland takes over a bar every other Saturday roghi and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon. Sign up on the e mail list at www technodyke.com/dykenlght (dykemghtpodlandffyahoo.com.) (7/04) 5 0 * le s b ia n s o c ia l g ro u p for women meets on the third Saturday o f the month (4-7 pm 503-6423360 or 503-286-3575.K7/03) social club for gay men who enjoy being nude Monthly potiucks and events Guests are invited to attend two events before decring on memberafxp. (PO Box 3152. Portland. OB 97293-3152 organ_ofoffotgan-pdx org. www organ-pdx org) (7/03) A gay Pinochle Group invites others to play cards Sundays at Hobo's (6 pm. 120 NW Third Ave Mike 503 203-8426 XT703) Portland Bisexual Alliance sponsors social and political events for tx and tx-friendly people and organ izes the Portland Bi Day rally (503-775-9717 pbaffbrport1and.org www.bipot1land.org.) (7/03) Portland Bisexual Women is a support and dncussion ryoup for tx and questioning women Women of any age. race, atxkty or cultural ongn are encouraged to attend. Topic Accession meetings second and fourth Friday of every month (portiandbrwomenffcomcaet.net )(T704) Portland Leather Alliance is a pansexual. nonprofit organization deckcated to fostering a positive community for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuak- ties in general and S /M /leether/fetish n particular (503 727-3148 www pdxteaLheraMance.org) (7/03) Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday for pottuck and socializing. M eet men mto a leather lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, fust leather socialization for the past 20 years (3608969665 ptmffdirecway.com.) (7/04) Portland M etro Primo Tim or* 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. OB 97228 503 2864613 or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimersffyahoo com www geoatmscom/pdxphmehmers 7 (7/04) Portland S tate U niversity Queers and A llies offers educational and social programming and support and referral services for people of s* orientations 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. OB 97201. 503-7265681 queermdaÊmêmaipdx edu www queersandakies pdx edu 7(7/03) Ross City Discussion Club, the largest open pensexu- al/altematrre sexuality dub n the Northwest, is open to a l orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual Monthly meetings, workshops and newsletter (503972 1869 rcdcffteleport com www itdborp.7 (7/04) Togothor Works, a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and fnends. meets for socials and (is- eussions of topics of mutual interest Meets second and fourth Mondays (7:30 pm May-September. 7 pm October-Aprtl First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls St , McMmnvAe. Don 503434-6266 ) (7/03) FHands is a weekly support and dracussion group for African American gay and bi men. (5-7 pm Wednesday Brian 503-287-8651 7(7/03) Urban Upstarts is an actrvrty and social club for pro fessional gay men between their late 20s and earty 40s Portland has more to offer than dubs, and we can prove ». (PO Box 2372. Portland. OB 97217 503-2861414 The Roee City Gey Freedom Band provides an artiste outlet to a t GLBT people and support)ve friends of varying muscaf skrl levels Performs a variety of styles from classi cal to contemporary in annual and special event concerts. (503790-2170. obOrcg/borg. www.icgfb.org) (7/04) Funny Ladies Tea and Posey Society is a social group for lesbians 35 and older. They meet for a potfuck on the second Saturday of each month. E-mail newsiet ter is free on request iHatapsffaol com 7(7/04) Im perial Sovereign Roee Court o l Oregon « 3 Friends Coffeehouse (7-9 pm 201 SE 12th Are ) (7703) Metro: General the oldest gay. lesbian, tx and trans social/fund raising organization In the stale of Oregon. Meetings are the first tw o Mondays of each month (wwwpoisonwaters.com or www rosecourt org ) (7/03) What Am I Doing Horn is a social group for les brans ages 40 to 55. (pennyfUffthefreesite com. www whatamidoinghere no-frits net. ) (7/04) Jew ish Gay M en's Group— ca ll for meeting time Womsn on Whs sis (WOW) is a motorcycle dub for al and place (503 2 4 6 5939 ehatmlevrffaoicomXVOi) women who ike to ride We meet monthly at Jubrtz. spon sor ndng cknics and take day fops (5 pm second Sunday Leather Night and Rod Hanky Social is the first and third Fnday o f each month at Gad's D irty Duck 10310 N Vancouver Way. jenotwhffaoLcom)O/04) (9 pm-mrdnrght 439 NW Thtrd Axe 503-224-8446 pdxsaltydgffaol.com ) (7/04) Womsn Who Cook and Rodpo Exchange holds a pottuck the first Saturday o f every month for women who love to cook. eat. meet new friends and share great food (503-3569552 /vrffpceicom J (7/04) Asian A P acific Islander Leebians and Gaya is a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders A ctivities include potiucks. recreational outings and cultural events Fnendy envi ronment to meet and connect with other API. (PO Box 12661. Portland. OB 97232 aplgjxtxffyaboocom ) (7/0 4 ) B a d G M a • a s o d ri and educational leather and B /D /S /M dub lo r self identified women with an empha sis on safety and education Workshops. dacussnns events and parties Women o f a l orientations and prefer encet can connect and ask questions during the Kinky W o m an 's W elc e talw g M u n ch at 7 pm every second Tuesday (503-972-2233 wwwpdxbedgtis net ) (7/04) ■Met Oregea la a statevnde organization that encour ages networking within (he bnexual community as m l aa among others In the sexual nmnonbes community. We play boat to numerous social events, monthly munches and an a n a l gathem g (503-6221178. www.hrietor o rg ) (7/03) B te eiaa i Canwaealty Fem es « an age- and gender ndusw e aooai. support and education network A ctM tne include dances, potiucks. field trips and a A3UV3N3MOAS 32 emailffurbanupstarts com or www urbanupstarts com ) (7/04) Young Mon's Cofias Talk is every Wednesday at A peer faefitated Lesbian Discussion A Social Group lor woman of any age meets first and thxd Wednesdays to talk about changng topes (6309pm 900 fM Sixth A ie 0253 503-227-0605 ngnonleaboeffyeiioo.com ) (7/03) Lesbian Netum Bet N etw ork form stg for women senousfy interested m the natural history o f birds, plants and animals to go out bkrtng. botanizing, tracking, etc. and to explore the mearong of what we see (Beth 503-220 7919) (7/0 4 ) Lesbian* Enjoying filature end Scienee (LENS) b a fonJoving group o f women who enjoy exploring a l aspects of the environment ActMbes include bird wutch- ng. nature woks, archaeology, camping, kayaking star gazng and an orxaawnal 'lecture ' No etoanence nec Metro: Physical Recreation Adventure Group. Portland s gay and lesban out doors group, organizes a variety of activities and social events n d u d n g hiking, skxng, mountain txkwig, camping and rafting (PO Box 2201. Portland. OB 97208-2201 5034525680. www adventuregnxp org 7(7/03) The A mason Dragons is a lesbian focused competi tive dragon boat raang dub Recruitng new members m 2003 W ork hard, meet new people, and have fun (Edeen 503 7624742 www mnaiondmgona.org) (7/03) Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsriie for providing the» own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for the» skit and fitness level AH skill levels welcome. (830am-noon 503735-9058 or 503282-7210. rayscottvwaffyahoocom) (7/0 4 ) (Tam 503659-2782. nccl 12Iffhotmatcom. www geocitnes com/nccl 127/brestpdx.) (7/03) Central Oregon: Social The Gay Woman's GoH Group welcomes all levels o f players, (www iurfgriz.com . 7 (7/03) The Lesbian Netw ork of C entral O regon wel comes all lesbian, bi and trans women fo r m onthly activ ities. including potiucks. dances and drumming c»cles. The Lesbian Equastrian Group gets together for equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise 503-654 3865. Lynn 503777-2339 kelravffrdrop.com.) (7/04) The Lesbian Gordon 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-mat for a copy of the newsletter and Information about upcoming events. (Kathe (541-3178457.) Social group for gay and bi man in central Oregon M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holriey parties. (541-312-888 1.7 (7/03) Lesblgay G orge meets m onthly at United Church of Chnst m The D ales V isitors welcome. (730-8.30 pm second Monday I I I E Fifth St 541-298-3879 or 541-506-2951. lesbigaygorgeffcharler net.) (7/04) 503909-2002 lgcoregonffaol.com.) (7704) O ut Dancing teaches dancing fo r same-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio. Classes fo r different dance styles start the first Friday of each month. Also a monthly dance social. (5032365129. out_dancmgffyahoo com) (7/04) The Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and lesbian sailboat and powerboat owners to cruise the W illam ette River, Columbia River and Multnomah Channel. Promotes good fellowship and safe boating (5033468523. pcyclubffearthlink net.) (7/04) The Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling Association is m its 26th season' M eets Sundays at Hollywood Lanes Drop-»is welcome anytime. (3 30 pm 4030 NE Halsey St. Mailing address PO Box 80002. Portland. OB 97208-1002 5037220438 bowlpdxffaol.com. w w w pdxbowlcom 7(7/04) W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay. lesbian, tx and trans people of ak abilities and interests. (503819-4626 www portlandfrontrunners org) (7/03) Portland Upstream is a swim teem for the gay and les bian community that offers coached workouts for a l s k i levels Come swim reth the Pups and improve your health and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at Columbia Pool. (7701 N Chatauqua BM swxnpdxffyahoo.com www geoatres com/swtrnpdx.) (7/04) Potter'» House M inistries offers dancing every third Saturday o f the month. (7-10 pm. 3830 SE 62nd A re 5037755024X7/03) Rosa C ity Softball Association is an adult softbel Southern Oregon: Social AbtAH-EMe Lambda Community Canter plays host to social events and groups. C al for schedile. (717 Siskiyou BM . Ashland. Mating address: PO Box 927, Ashland OB 97520. 541-4886990 www abdeSs org) 0/03) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation The OUT door Group is a friend^, nduswe bunch of Eugene people who go Wang, hiking, skatng. mushroom hunting, skxng. hot springing and just about any other activity you can dream up. Occasional weekend camping (Km 541484-2147. klmsffefnotg www ouldcx 3 rgro 143 .org) (7/03) Frontrunner and W alkers go out every Saturday morning m Eugene (9 am. 15th and Agate Hank 541 4849259 or Sadie 541-485-3282. XT703) Eugene s Gay Tennis Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather perm itting, at Roosevelt Middle School tenros courts. (Noon. E 24th Ave. and Amazon Pkwy kfranken8ffyahoo.com.)(7/04) Willamette Valley: Social The Capitol Forum is a sexual m inority social service organization serving the nud W illam ette Valley. (503393-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OB 97306-0663 www s alemcf.org.) (7 /3 ) league for the gay. lesbian and tx community and fnends »i the Portland m etropolitan area O ffers an open dwi- sion and a women's division and >s affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alkance (5035524769 wwwportlandgaysoftbat.com.) (7/0 3 ) Confluencei The W illam ette Valley M ixed GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Rosatow n Ramblers Portland's gay and lesbian The Eugene Lesbian/G ay/B isexual 2 0 s /3 0 * Social C lub enjoys a weekly game night and brunch every Sunday at Brail's. (Brian 5 4 1 4863437.) (7/03) square dance dub. dances at mainstream and plus lev els (P 0 Sox 5 352. Portland. OB 972265352 wwwroeetownfamblers.com.) (7/03) Rounds About Portland offers social dancing dess es. nckxkng cued waltz and two-step m rounds Lesbian, gay. straight singles and couples welcome Uroversakst Congregation of Salem. (4-6 30 pm 5090 Center St NE 503364-2370. conHuenceffaol.com. www conHuencechorus org. 7(7/04) WP Eugene's Gay M ovie Night group gets together to view and discuss GLBT film s. (7 pm Thursdays kfrankendffyahoocom.) (7/0 4 ) (Patty 503234-7868. Bob 503231-5135. pa4tyfrench570hotmaA com) 0104) The Lu blsn Connection (T L O meets once a month for potiucks and other various fun activities n Eugene A l women welcome. (Bormm 5419832793 )0703) Ski O ut is a group of Port land-area gay men. lesbians and supportive fnends w tio meet for downhd ski and snowboard trips to M ount Hood every other weekend (www sknut.org 7 (7/0 3 ) bafiroom dance lessons Team Ta a a ia meets Sundays at University of Portland A l levels o f play welcome First time ie free potiucks and discussion o f books touchog on the gsy/teebian/b experience. (Cary 5033636036. marionberrysalonffaol.com.) (7/04) Lesbian Dance Club o f Eugene teaches ongomg (suselyndffyahoo com ) (7/04) M arion berry Salon meets monthly »1 Salem for
