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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Sept. 5, 2003)
3 4 J ***® September 5. 2003 Rose City Softball Association is an adult softbal league for the gay. lesbian and r i community and fnends in the Portland metropoktan area Offers an open ¿vision and a womens ¿vision and is affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance (503-552-4769 wwwportlandgaysoftball.com.) (7/03) and to explore the meaning of what we see (Beth 503-22679193 (7 / 04) HEALTH Metro: Anti-violence BrsdlsyAngis House provides emergency shelter for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for women battered by women Also provides irxkvid uai support and advocacy for queer youth of al genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (France 503232 7805)0/03) Clackamas Woman'» Sarvica» offers shelter, sup port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans fnendfy Wheelchair accessWe TTD. relay calls and coftect cals accepted (Office 503 7222366 Cnsis Line 503654 2 2 8 6 )0 /0 3 ) Family Canter Outreach Office a program of Volunteers of America located m Southeast Portland, offers support groups and drop in services to women and children who are survivors of domestic violence (Samantha 503 771 55031(7/03) Portland Woman'* Crisis Line operates a 24 hour cnsis intervention hotline for survivors of domestic and sexual vio lence and provides information and referrals for shelter, coun seling. support groups and community education Foreign Ian guage translation available (503-235 5333 or 888 235-5333 www untedweypdx org/famdy/pdxwomen html)O/04) SAFE (Stop Abuse for Everyone) provides resources for sexual m inonties who fall through the cracks o f traditional dom estic violence services (PO Box 951. Tualatin. OR 97062 www safe4all org J (7 /0 4 ) 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) (7/03) Rainbow Rscovsry is an Al Anon meeting at Metropoktan Community Church with a GLBT focus for those seeking to recover from the effects of prob lem drinking of a relative or friend (6 pm Thursday 2400 NE Broadway) 0 /0 4 ) Sen Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program lor those suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual onentation is welcome (503 452 5961 www portlandsaa org 3 (7/03) Lulu's Psnry Playhouse is a social group for self identifying women who are mto S /M Play par ties are held on the second Saturday of the month. (503-231 3992 lukÉstCexcitecom www spxetech com/-awn tie/ Uu.htm.) (7/04) Metro: Sexual Men's Film Talk meets regularly to discuss films (ñlmtalkCaracnet com.) (7/03) The Multnomah County Haalth Department STD Program offers testing and treatm ent fo r sex ually transm itted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointm ent or on a first-com e, first-served walk-in basis M ost insur ance plans accepted, sliding-scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am 5 pm Monday Fnday except 1-5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 S W Stark St 503 988 3700 ) (7 /03 ) Willamette Valley: Health Metro: Mental Health Meaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group for trans women looking for connection and community Facilitated by Beth Richman. LCSW (503 754 6145 bethnchmanlcsw@word obertin edu ) (7/03) Support group for gay men led by experienced gay therapist W illiam Douglas. M A Peaceful, rustic setting (503-292-1069 liamdougOaol com H 7/03) YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers skrkng 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 74403 (7/03) SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music Bridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while building bridges and prom oting understanding with the greater public Honors and strives for diversity »i its members, music and audiences (503-233-9554 bndgesvocalensembleCyahoo com community oregonkve com/cc/bndges ) (7/04) FHm Fataiee is for single lesbians older than 30 who enjoy watching movies M eets fourth Saturday of every month (360-694-416330/04) Portland Gay Man's Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an indrvHkial to fill the rote of Music Librarian (503-2262588 wwwpdxgmc org.) (7/03) Portland Laabian Choir is a nonauditioned commu nity choir that welcomes sinqers. supportive members and volunteers (portlandteabianchoirChotmail com www plchoir org ) (7/04) Real Connection is a social gathering for gay men who are artists, writers or musicians or who pursue some creative activity Monthly potlucks on the second Friday. (Cad 503 284-29713 (7/03) The Rooa City Gay Fraadom Band provides an artistic outlet to all GLBT people and supportive fnends of varying museal ski* levels Performs a vanety of styles from classi cal to contemporary In annual and special event concerts. (503790-2170. n fo frc g ft org. www rcgft.org 7(7/04) Metro: General Aafcn I Pacific lalandar Laabian» and Gaya « a nonprofit community voice for gay. lestxen and t* Asian and Pacific Islanders Activities include potlucks. recre ational outings and cultural events Friendly environment to meet and connect with other API (PO Box 12661. Portland. OR 97232 aplg_pdx@yahoo com ) 0 /0 4 ) Bad G irla « a socai and educational leather and B /D /S /M club for seff identified woman with an empha sis on safety and education W orkshops, dtecuserone. events and parties. Women o f si orientations and prefer ences can connect and aek question« during the Ktafcy Women's Ws learning Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday. (503-9722233 m m prM badvda.net) 0 /0 4 ) •Mat Oragaa * a statewide orgsngj bon that enxur- ages networksig within fta baaxual oommunty as wet as among others in the saaud rrinortbes oommuraty We p% host to numerous soca! events monthly munches and an arwud gaftermg. (503-6221178. www tmetor.org.) (7/03) ■ b a n a l Community Pesum « an aga- and gender- indues* social, support and education network. AdMOta indudt dhnom, p o ta to . IWd trips and • poiyamory xtorast g n p Meetings an a n y first Lesbians Enjoying Nature and S cience (LENS) s a fun lovng group of women »ho enjoy exploring all aspects o f the environment. Activities include bad watering, nature walk*, archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazing and an occa sional "lecture " No experience nec essary (6 4 50 30 pm second Thursday planning meeting 503617-1989 lots_ltounninghamCuhc com JO /04) Womonspaca 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 bl women s sup port group (Cnsis 800 281 2800 Business 541 485 8232 H 7/03) Willamette Valley: Recovery 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. 503646-2802 www rvwgwpdx org ) (7/03) Central Oregon: Social Oregon Men Enjoying Naturism * a social organization in which gay male natunsts/nudists may enjoy the camaraderie of Ske minded gay men in a safe, wholesome environment Potluck social third Sunday of every month. iomenpdxCyahoo com. www geoaties com//omenpdx/.) 0103) Monday. (7 30 pm. 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Ave. Laury 503 285 4848 )0 /0 3 ) A gay Pinochle Group invites others to play cards Sundays at Hobo's. (6 pm. 120 NW Third Ave Mike 503-203 8 4 2 6 ) 0 /03) Caacada Ffysrs are gay. lesbnn and bl aviators, both private and professional, m Washington. Oregon and southern Bhtish Columbia Dinner meetings m Portland area (503-701-7922 casffyersOyahoocom. www.geoatiee.com/cBsffyers) (7/04) Portland Bisexual Alliance sponsors social and political events for bt and bi-fnendy people and organ izes the Portland Bi Day rafty (503-775-9717. pbaCtxportlandorg www btporband o rg ) 0 /0 3 ) 50+ lesbian social group for women meets on the third Saturday of the month (4-7 pm. 503642-3360 or 503 286-35757(7/03) Friends >a a weekly support and dacussion group for African American gay and t> men (5-7 pm Wednesday Bnan 503-287-8651.3 0 /0 3 ) Funny Ladies Tea and Posey Society is a social group for lesbians 35 and older They meet for a potluck on the second Saturday of each month E-marl newslet ter is fiee on request (fbtapsCaol.com .) (7/04) Imperial Sovereign Rose Court of Oregon is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans soctai/fund-raising organization n the state of Oregon Meetings are the first two Mondays of each month. (www pomonwaters com o r www rosecourt.org.) (7/03) Jewish G ay Mon's G ro u p -c a ll for meeting time and place (503-2465939 efm nleviO aol com.) (7/03) Leather Night and Rad Hanky Social is the first and third Friday o f each month at G al's Dirty Duck (9 pm-mdmght 439 NW Third Ave 503-224-8446 pdxaaltydgCaolcom .) (7/04) A peer facilitated Laabian Dlecuaslon A Social Group for women of any age meets first and third W erkiesdeys to talk about changing topics (6 3 0 6 pm. 800 NW Sixth Ave *253 503-227-0605 dghtonlesboeCyahoo com 7(7/04) The Leebiun Garden Club is a group of women who love gardens and gardening. They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while hevxig a good time. C a l or em ail for a copy o f the newsletter and nformabon about upcommg event* (Kathe 503-909-2002 lgcoregon@aol.com) 0 /0 4 ) L m M m Naturafiet Nshvorli forming for women seriously irk created in the natural history of birds, plants and ansnals to go out bating, botsnang. tracking, etc. Ski Out is a group of Portland-area gay men, lesbians and supportive fnends who meet for downhill ski and snowboard trips to Mount Hood every other weekend, (www sluout.org.) 0 /0 3 ) Team Tannis meets Sundays at University of Portland All levels of play welcome First time is free. (8 3 0 am- noon 503-7359058o r 503-282-7210. rayscottvwa&yahoocom.) (7/04) ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a social club for gay men who enjoy being nude Monthfy potlucks and events Guests are invited to attend two events before deciding on membership (PO Box 3152. Portland. OR 97293-3152 organ mfoCorgan-pdx org www organ-pdx org) (7/03) Dyks Night Portland takes over a bar every other Satur day rxght and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon Sign up on the e-mad list at www.technodyke com/dykemght. (dykenghtportfandCyahoo oom X 7/04) RoundsAbout Portland offers social dancing classes, including cued waltz and two-step w rounds Singles and couples welcome (Patty 503-234 7868. Bob 503-231-5135. pattyfrench5 7Chotmail com.) (7/04) Mom2Mom is an alcohol free social group for families (inducing dads) Have fun and make connec tions and friendships with other great families1 (Flora 503-284-0216 or Jaquekne 503282-0565 )0 /0 3 ) Eugena SAA is a 12-step fellowship for those who are suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue (541-342-5582 www eugenesaa com3 (7/03) C O Q SUR E Is a social group for people who were bom of raised female but who don't identify as totady 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 exploring possibili ties for inner/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. Monthly social (503-471-15153 0 /0 3 ) Rosetown Ramblers Portland s gay and lesbian square dance dub. dances at mainstream and plus levels (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 972285352 wwwrosetownramblerscom.) (7/03) Portland Bisexual Woman is a support and ¿scussion group for h and questioning women Women of any age. race, abikty or cultural ongxi are encouraged to attend Topic discussion meetngs second and fourth Fnday of every month (portiandbtwomenCcomcast net.) (7/04) Portland Leather Alliance s a pansexual. nonprofit organization dedicated to fostenng a positive community for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuali ties m geperal and S/M /leather/fehsh m particular (503- 727-3148 www pdxleatherallianceorg) (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 20 years (360-596-6665 plmCdtrecway com 7(7/04) Portland Metro Prime Umars s 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. 503-286-4613 or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimersCyahoo com. www geocities.com/pdxpnmebmers.) (7/04) Portland State University Queers and Allies 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-PSU students also welcome to attend activities and meetings (4 4 1A Smith Memorial Center. 1825 SW Broadway. Portland. OR 97201 503-725-5681 ‘gueersandaRiesCmail pdx edu www queersanda/kes pdx.edu3 (7/03) Rosa City Discussion Club the largest open parv sexual/altemative sexuakty dub m 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 rcdcCteleport.com. w w w .rcdt.org.X 7/04) Together Works, a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and friends, meets for socials and dte- cusswns of topics of mutual interest Meets second and fourth Mondays (7 3 0 pm May-September. 7 pm October Apr* First Bapbst Church. 125 SE Cowls S t , McMmnwke Don 5 0 3 4 3 4 6 2 6 6 ) (7/03) Urban Upstarts is an activity and social club for pro fessional gay men between their late 20s and early 40s Portland has more to offer than dubs, and we can prove ft (PO Box 2372. Portland. OR 97217 503-2861414 emaiCurbanupstarts com or www urbanupstarts com ) 0 /0 4 ) H w i| M e *^ C eW w IM h * every W b *e e *y at 3 Friends Coffeehouse. (7 6 pm 201 SE 12th Ave ) (7/03) . Marne Lucas explores Oregon's Natural Resources through Sept. 30 at Aalto Lounge What Am I Doing Haro is a social group for les- rians ages 40 to 55. (pennyjiHCthefreesite com. www whatamidoinghere no-M s net.) (7/04) Woman on Wheats (WOW) is a motorcycle club for a i women who like to nòe We meet monthly at Jubtz. spon sor tiding d rie s and take day trips (5 pm second Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way. ¡enorwhCaol.com ) (7/04) The Lasbian Network of Central Oregon welcomes all lesbian, bi and trans women for monthfy activities, including potlucks. dances and drum ming circles (541-3176457.) 0 /0 4 ) Social group for gay and bi men in central Oregon Monthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday partes (541-312-888130/03) Eastern Oregon: Social Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange holds a potluck the first Saturday of every month for women who love to cook, eat. meet new fnends and share great food (503-356-9552 ¡vrCpcer.com.)(7/04) Lesbigay Gorge meets the second Monday of every month at United Church of Christ m The Dalles Visitors to the area welcome (7 3 0 6 :3 0 pm. H I E Fifth St 541-298-3879 or 541-5062951 lesbigaygorgeCchaner net.) (7/04) Metro: Physical Recreation Southern Oregon: Social Adventure Group. Portland's and lesbian out doors group, organizes a vanety of activities year round, including hiking, walking, museum and garden tours, cross-country and downhill skiing, rafting and mountain biking (PO Box 2201. Portland OR 97208-2201. 503-452-5680 www advenluregroup.org.)(7/04) AbdiH-EHis Lambda Community Canter plays host to social events and groups Cal for schediJe. (717 Siskiyou Bfvd Ashland. Mailing address: PO Box 927. Ashland OR 97520. 5414866990. www.abdeis org.X7/03) The Amazon Dragons is a lesbian-focused competi tive dragon boat racing dub. Recruiting new members m 2003. Work hard, meet new people, and have fun (Eileen 503-762-4742 www amarondraqons o rg ) (7/03) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsible for providing their own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level All skill levels welcome (Tami 503-659-2782. n ccl !27Chotm ail com. www geoabtes.com /ncc 1127/forestpdx 3 (7/03) Tha OUTdoor Group is a friendly, inclusive bunch of Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating, mush room hunting, skiing, hot sponging and just about any other activity you can dream up. Occasional weekend camping. (Kim 541-484-2147. kimsCefn.org. www outdoorgroup.org.) (7/03) The Gay Women's GoH Group welcomes all levels of players, (www turfgtrlr com.) 0 103) Frontrunner and Walkars go out every Saturday morning m Eugene (9 am. 15th and Agate Hank 5 4 1 4846259 or Sadie 5 4 1 485-3282 )0 1 0 3 ) The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestnan activities m the Pacific Northwest (Dense 503-654 3865. Lynn 503-777-2339 kekavCr&op com.) 0 /0 4 ) Eugene's Gay Tannis Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting, at Roosevelt M idde School tennis courts. (Noon E 24th Ave and Amazon Pkwy kfranken8@yahoo.com.) (7/04) Out Dancing teaches dancing 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. (503-2365129. oul_ dancingCyahoo com) (7 /04) The Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and lesbian saifooat and powerboat owners to cruise the W illamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating. (503-345-8523 pcydubCearthknk net.)17/04) The Portland Gay and Lasbian Bonding Association is in its 26th season' Meets Sundays at Hollywood Lanes Drop-ins welcome anytime (3 30 pm 4030 NE Halsey St Mailing address: PO Box 80002. Portland. OR 97208-1002 503-7220438 bowtpdxCao! com www pdxbowl com ) (7/04) VWiether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner, Portland Frontrunnars welcome gay. lesbian, bl and trans people of a l abilities and interests (5036194626 w wwportendfrontw nners.org.)(7/03) P o rtla n d U p s tre a m s a svrin team for the gay and les bian community that offers coached workouts for al ski« levels Come swim with the Pups and improve your health and techniques. Prectces are noon Sundays at Columbia Pool (7701 N Chatauqua B M swrmpdxCyahoo com. www geoertm com/swmpdx.) (7/04) P o tte r's H o m o M lw lstris s offers dancing every third Saturday of the month (7-10 pm. 3830 SE 62nd Ave 5 0 3 7 7 6 5 0 2 4 3 0 /0 3 ) Willamette Valley: Social The Capitol Forum is a sexual minonty social service organization serving the mid W illamette Valley (503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97308-0663 www salemcf o r g ) (7/03) Confluence! Tha Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus ieheerses Sundays at Unitarian Umvefsalist Congregation of Salem (46:30 pm 5090 Center St. NE. 503-364-2370. conlhienceCaol com www con8uencechorus.org.) (7/04) The Eugsns Lesbian/Gay/Bisoxual 20»/30» Social Club enjoys a weekly game night and brunch every Sunday at Brad s (Brian 5 4 1 4 8 6 34 37 .)(7/03) Eugene's Gay Movla Night group gets together to view and discuss GLBT films (7 pm Thursdays. kfrankenSCyahoo com.) (7/04) Tha Laabian Contraction (TLC) meets once a month for potlucks and other various fun activities xi Eugene. A l women welcome (B orne 5 41683279330/03) Lasbian Dane# Club of Eugene teaches ongoing bedroom dance lessons (susefyndCyahoo com.) (7/04) Msrtonhirry Salon meets monthly in Salem for potlucks and ¿scusswn of books touching on the gsy/tesrian/bi experience (Cary 5033636036 martonberrysakrCabl com ) (7/04)
