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)