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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Aug. 15, 2003)
a u g ust 1 5 .2 0 0 3 and animals to go out txrdng. botamang. tracking, etc and to explore the meaning of what we see (Beth 503226-7919)0/04) Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) is a fun lo v rg grot*) of women M o enjoy expkmng ad aspects of the HEALTH Metro: Anti*violence and groups m a sale confidential and supportive environ ment Also offers a Lesbian Support Group on Thursday evenings ( 17 SW Second Ave 503 294 7440 7(7/03) Bradley Angle House provides emergency sM Ier for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for women battered by women Also provides indrvid uaf support and advocacy for queer youth of a* genders who have experienced emotional physical or sexual abuse Free confidential and safe (France 503 232 7805 1(7/03) Clackamas Woman's Sarvicas < lifers shelter sup port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and Irans fnendfy W ieelchair accessWe TTD relay calls and collect calls accepted (Office 503 7222366 Cnsis Line 503 654 2288 H7103) Metro: Recovery Lunch Bunch plays host to Alcoholes 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) (7/03) Ssx A ddicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual onentation is welcome (503 452 5961 w w w porllandsaa org 7(7/03) Fam ily C antor O utraach O ffice a program of Volunteers of Am enta 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 ) (7/03) Metro: Sexual cnsis intervention hotline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and provides inform ation and referrals for shelter, counseling, support groups and community education Foreign language translation available The M ultnom ah C ounty H salth D epartm ent STD P rogram offers testing and treatm ent fo r sex ually transm itted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointm ent o r on a first com e, firs t served walk m basis M ost msur ance plans accepted, sliding scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am 5 pm Monday Friday except I 5 pm (5032355333 or 888 235 5333 www urutedway pdx org/faniify/pdxwotnen html) (7/04) Wednesday Sixth Floor, 426 SW Stark Si 503 9888700 >0/03) P ortland Woman's C risis Lina operates a 24 hour SAFE (Stop Abusa fo r Evaryona) provides resources for sexual mmonties who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box 951, Tualatin, OB 97062 www safe4allorg 7(7/04) Metro: Mental Health M eaningful Joum ays is a support/therapy group for trans women looking for connection and community Facilitated by Beth Richman, LCSW (503 754 6145 belhnchmanlcswOword oberhn edu) (7/03) S upport group fo r gay man led by experienced gay therapist W illiam Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic setting (5 03 292 1069 ItamdougOaol com 7(7/03) YWCA of C raatar Portland Counseling Center offers sluing fee scale counseling for individuals, couples Willamette Valley: Health Wotnenspac# 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 tx women's sup port group (Cnsis 800 281 2800 Business 541 485 8232 H I 103) environment. Activities include txrd watching, nature walks, archaeology camping kayaking, star gazng and an occasional 'lecture ' No experience necessary (6 458 30 pm second Thursday planning meeting 503817 1989 lots.kcunnnqharnOuhc com.) 0/04) Lulu's Psrvy Playhouse is a social group for self identifying women who are mto S /M Play parties are held on the second Saturday of the month. (503-231 3992 lulukstOexate com www spmtech com/ -awnhe/kHuhtm.) (7/04) Man's Film Talk meets regularly to discuss films (hkntalkOaracnetcom) (7/03) Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group for famdies (including dads) Have fun and make connections and friendships with other great famdtes1 (Flora 503284 0216 or Jaquekne 503 2820565 ) (7/03) N orthw est Gender A lliance >s a social and support organization lor cross-dressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and s o c ia l (PO Box 4928. Portland. OB 97208 503 646 2802. www nwgwpdx.org .7 (7/03) Orogon Men Enjoying Naturism is a social organization m which gay male natunsts/nudists may enjoy the camaraderie of like-minded gay men in a safe, wholesome environment Potluck social third Sunday of every month (omenpdxOyahoo com. www geocities com//omenpdx/ ) (7/03) Woman Who C ook and R ecipe Exchange Portland A l levels o f play welcome First tune is free. holds a potluck the firs t Saturday o f every m onth for wom en who love to cook, eat, m eet new fnends and share great food. (503-356-9552. ivtOpcez.com.) (7 /0 4 ) (8:30amnoon 503-7359058o r503-282-7210. rayscoltvwaOyahoo.com.) (7/04) ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a Metro: Physical Recreation 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. OB 972933152 otgan_mfoOorgan-pdx org wwworganpdx.org) (7/03) Willamette Valley: Recovery A gay Pinochle Group invites others to play cards Sundays at Hobo's. (6 pm. I20NW Third Ave Mike 503 2038426 .'(7 /0 3 ) Eugene SAA is a 12-step fellow ship for those who are suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue (541 342 5582 www eugenesaa com 7 (7/0 3 ) Portland Biasxual A lliance sponsors social and political events for bi and tx fn e n tiy people and organ izes the Portland Bi Day rally (503 775-9717. pbaQbrportland.org. www.txpordand.org.) (7/03) Portland Bisexual Woman is a support and discus SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music Bridge« Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and Inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while bmidmg bodges and prom oting understanding with the greater pubkc Honors and strives for diversity m its members, music and audiences (503 233 9554 bndgesvocalensembleOyahoo com communrty oregonlrve com/cc/bndges.) (7/0 4 ) FRm Fatale« is fo r angle lesbens older than 30 who enjoy watching movies M eets fourth Saturday of every month (360-694-4163.) (7/04) Gay Man's D raw ing Group seeks those who like to draw or model M eets every aecond and fourth Thursday of the month (Phttp 503 287-744 7.7 (7/0 3 ) P ortland Gay M an's C horus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an individual to Ml the role of M usic Ubrarien (503 2202588 wwwpdxgmcorg.) (7/0 3 ) P ortland Las Man C hoir is a nonauditioned commu nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers (portiandlesbianchoirOhotmail com w w w plchotr org 7 (7/0 4 ) Real C onnection « a social gathering for gay men who are artists, wnters or musicians or vrfio pursue some creative activity. M onthly potlucks on the second Friday (Cad 503 284 2971.) (7/0 3 ) The Roae C ity Gay Freedom Band provides an artistic outlet to aH GIBT people and supportive fnends of varying musical skit levels Performs a variety of styles from classi cal to contemporary n annual and special event concerts. (503-790-2170 ofoOrcgfbng w w w rtgfborp.7(7/04) Metro: General A slan l P acific Islander Lesbians and Gaya is a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders Activities include potlucks. mere atonal outings and cultural events Fnendfy environment to meet and connect with other API (PO Box 12661. Portland. OB 97232 zflfLpdxOyahoo com 7 (7/04) Bad O ris is a social and educational leather and B /D /S /M dub for self identified women with an empha sis on safety and education Workshops, dtecussmns, events and parties. Women of aH orientations and prefer ences can connect and ask questions during the K inky Woman's W elcoming Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday (5039722233 www pdxbadgHfs net.) 0/04) B M a t Oregon « a statewide organisation that encourages networking within the bisexual community as we4 as among others In the sexual m inorities com muwty W e play host to numerous social events, month ly munches and an annual gathering (503-622 1178 wwwbfne1or.org.) (7 /0 3 ) Bisaauaf Community Fa rt— is an age- and gender nduarve social, support and education network. Activities indude dances, potlucks. field trips and a pofyamory interest group. Meetings are every first Monday (7:30 pm. 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Ave Laury 503-285-4848 7 (7/03) Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and tx aviators, both private and professional, in Washington, Oregon and southern British Columbia Dinner meetings m Portland area (503-701-7922 casltyereQyahoo.com. www geocrties.com /casflyers 7 (7/04) COQSURE s a social group for people who were bom or raised female but who don't identify as totaiy female This includes people bom female or Intersexed and who are unsure of their gender or who are consid ering changmg identity, guys who are expkmng possibili 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. (503-471-15(5.7(7/03) Dyfcs NtgM F o rH ia d takes over a bar every other Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon. Sign up on the e-mad list at www.lechnodyke com/ctykemght. (dykenlghtporllandOyahoo com 7 (7/04) 90« lesbian social group fo r women meets on the third Saturday of the month (4-7 pm. 503-6423360 or 503-286-3S75.nl 103) Friend* is a weekly support and discussion group for African American gay and tx men (5-7pm Wednesday Brian 503 287 8651. 7(7/0 3 ) Funny Ladiss Tsa and Posey Society is a social group for lesbians 35 and older They meet fo r a potluck on the second Saturday of each month E-mail newslet ter is free on request (HatapsOad com 7 (7/04) Im perial Sovereign Rose C ourt o f Oregon is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund-raising organisation m the state of Oregon Meetings are the first two Mondays o f each month. (www pexsonwafers com or www rosecourt org.) (7/03) Jew ish Gay Men's G roup <all for meeting time and place (503 2465939 ehomlevrOaol com ) (7/03) Leather N ight and Red Hanky Social is the first and third Friday of each month at Gad's D irty Duck (9 pm-midnight 439 NW Thud Ave 5 03-224 8446 pdxsaltydqQaol com.) (7/04) A peer facilitated Lesbian Discussion 4 Social Group for women of any age meets first and tfwd Wednesdays to talk about changxig topes (6308 pm 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 Friday of every month (portlandbrwomenOcomcast net.) (7/04) Portland Leather A lliance is a pansexual. nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a positive community for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuafc- ties m general and S /M /leather/fetlsh in particular (503- 7273148 www pdxleatheralkence org 7 (7/03) Portland Leather Man meet every second Saturday fo r potluck and socializing M eet 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 20 years (3608968665 plmOdnecway com ) (7/04) Portland M etro Prim e Timor« 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 503 286 4613 or 360 254-1718 pdxpnmebmersOyahoo.com. wwwgeocitiescom/pdxprtmetlmers) (7/04) Portland State University Queers and A llies offers educational and social programming and support and referral services for people o f all 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 503-725 5681. queersandalhesOmailpdx.edu www queersandalkes pdx.edu 7(7/03) Rosa C ity D iscussion Club the largest open pan- sexual/altem ative sexuality club 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 rcdcOteleport com www rede org ) (7/04) Together Works a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and fnends. meets for socials and cts cussions of topics of mutual interest Meets second and fourth Mondays (7 30 pm May September. 7 pm October Apnl First Bapbst Church. 125 SE Cowls St . McMinnville Don 503 434 6266.7(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. OB 97217 503-285-1414 emattQurbanupstartscom or www uibanupstarts.com.) (7/04) 800 NW Sixth Ave 4253 503-2270605 rlghtonlesbosOyahoo com 7 (7/04) Young Mon's CoMso Talk is every Wednesday at 3 Fnends Coffeehouse (7-9 pm 201 SE 12th Ave) (7/03) The Lesbian Garden C hib is a group of women who love gardens and gardening They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good time C a l ore-m ad for a copy of the newsletter and information about upcoming events (Kathe 503-9092002 lgcoregonOaot.com .)(7704) What Am I Doing Hors « a social group for les bians ages 40 to 55 (penoyfHOthefreesite com. www whatamdomghere no-fnHs net. 7(7/04) Lesbian N a tu ra list N etw ork forming for women senou8fy interested m the natural history o f birds, plants Woman on Wheals (WOW) is a motorcycle dub for all women who like to nde We meet monthly at Jubitz. sponsor ndmg dimes and take day trips (5 pm second Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way /enorwhOaol com ) (7/0 4 ) Adventure Group. Portland’s gay and lesbian out doors group, organizes a variety of activities year round, inducing hiking, walking, museum and garden tours, cross-country and downhill skiing, rafting and mountain biking (PO Box 2201. Portland. OB 97208-2201. 503-452 5680 www.adventuregroup.org.) (7/04) The Am aion Dragons is a lesbian-focused competi tive dragon boat racing dub. Recruiting new members in 2003 Work hard, meet new people, and have fun. (Eileen 503-762-4742. wwwamazondragons org ) (7/03) Forest Group outmgs are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsible fo r providing their own equipment and choosing outmgs appropriate for their sklfi and fitness level All skid levels welcome (Tam 503-658-2752. nccl I270hotma1.eom. wwwgeocililes.com/ncc 1127/forestpdx.) 0/03) Central Oregon: Social The Lesbian N etw ork o f Cant ra t Oregon wel comes all lesbian, bi and trans women fo r monthly activ ities. including potlucks. dances and drumming circles (541-3178457) Social group fo r gay and b i man m central Oregon. M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties (541-312-8881 7(7/03) Eastern Oregon: Social Lesbigay Gorge meets the second Monday of every month at United Church of Christ m The Dates. Visitors to the area welcome (7-30830pm 111 EFifth S t 541 298-3879 or 541-5082951. lesbgaygorgeQcharter net.) (7/04) The Gay Woman's G olf Group welcomes all levels of players (www turfqtriz. com. 7 (7/03) The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities m the Pacific Northwest (Dense 503654 3865 Lynn 503-777-2339. kelravOrdrop.com.) (7/04) O ut Dancing teaches dancmg for same-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio. Classes for different dance styles start the first Friday of each month Also a monthly dance social. (503 236-5129 out_dancmgOyahoo.com) 0/04) Southern Oregon: Social AbdM-EMs Lambda Community Center plays host to social events and groups Cal for schedbe (717 Siskiyou BM . Ashland. Mating address: PO Box 927. Ashland. OB 97520 541-488-6990 www a M a is crg.7 (7/03) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation The P acific Coast Yacht C lub welcomes gay and lesbian satboaf and powerboat owners to cruise the WHtemette River. Columbia River and Multnomah Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating. (5033458523 pcyckibOearthknk net.) (7/04) Tbs OUTdoor Group is a fnendy. inclusive buich of The P ortland Gay and Lesbian BosvHng A ssociation is m its 26th season! M eets Sundays at Hollywood Lanes Drop-ms welcome anytime. (330 pm 4030 NE Halsey Si Mating address PO Box 80002. Portland. OB 97208 1002 503 722-0438 bowlpdxOaol com www pdxbowl.com.) (7 /0 4 ) F rontrunner and W alkers go out every Saturday morning in Eugene. (9 am 15th and Agate Hank 5414848259 or Sadie 541-4858282 )0103) VWiether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gey. lesbian, bi and trans people of afi abilities and interests (5 038194626 w w w portlandfTonlnjnners.org.) (7/03) Portland Upstream i$ a swim team for the gay and les ban community that offers coached workouts for aS skill levels Come swim with the Pips and improve your health and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at Columbia Pool (7701 N Chatauqua BM. swxnpdxOyahoo com. www geocitles com/swimpdx 7(7/04) P otter's Houss M inistries offers dancing every third Saturday of the month (7-10 pm 3830 SE 62nd Ave 503-775-5024 )0 /0 3 ) Ross C ity SottbaH A ssociation is an adult softball league for the gay, lesbian and bi community and fnends m the Portland metropolitan area Offers an open dm- sion and a women s division and Is affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance (503-552-4769 www portlandgaysottbaH com) (7/03) Rose tow n Ramblers Portland s gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus lev els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OB 97228-5352 www rosetownramblers com.) (7/03) Rounds About Portland offers social dancing classes, mduding cued waltz and two-step m rounds. Lesbian, gay. straight singles and couples welcome (Patty 503-234 7868. Bob 501231-5135. pattyfrench570hotmeH com.) 0/04) Ski Out is a group of Portland area gay men. lesbians and supportive fnends who meet for downhill ski and snowboard tops to Mount Hood every other weekend, (www skiout org) (7/03) Team Tennis meets Sundays at University of Eugene people who go Wong, hiking, skatng. mushroom hunting, slang, hot sprtngng and just about any other actMty you can dream up Occasional weekend camping. (Km 5 41-484-2147. kxnsOefn.org www outdoorgrouporg) (7/03) Eugene's Gay Tennis Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather perm itting, at Roosevelt M idde School tennis courts (Noon. E 24th Ave. and Amazon Pkwy kfranken80yahoo com 7(7/04) Willamette Valley: Social The C apitol Forum is a sexual m inority social service organization serving the mid-W illamette Vafley. (503-3630006 PO Box 663. Salem. OB 97308-0663. www salemcf.org.) (7/3 ) C onfluence: The W illam ette Valley M ixed GALA C horus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Umversalist Congregation of Salem. (4830 pm 5090 Center St NE 503-364-2370. con6uenceOaol.com. www.con6uencechows org 7(7/04) The Eugene Lesbian/C ay/B isexual 20* 30« S ocial C lub enjoys a weekly game night and brunch every Sunday at Brail's (Brian 541-485-3437.) 0/03) Eugene s Gay M ovie N ight group gets together to view and discuss GLBT films (7 pm Thursdays kfrankerSOyahoo com.) (7/04) The Lesbian Connection (TLC7 meets once a month for potlucks and other various fun activities n Eugene AJ women welcome. (Bonne 541683-2793 .7(7/03) Lesbian Dance C lub o f Eugene leaches ongoing ballroom dance lessons. (svselyndOyahoo com ) 0 /0 4 ) M arion berry Salon meets monthly In Salem for potlucks and discussion o f books toucfxng on the gay/lestxan/bi experience (Cary 5038638036 manonberrysalonOBol com) (7/04)