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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 3, 2003)
38 o d o b « 3 .2 0 0 3 outreach HKALTH Metro: Anti-violence Brodley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for women battered by women Also p ro vides ndM dual support and advocacy for queer youth of a l genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (France 503 232 7805) (7/03) Clackam as Woman's Sarvicas offers shelter sup port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, b and trans fnendy W heelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls accepted (Office 503 7222366 Cnsis Line ing. nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazing and an occasional 'lecture * No experience nec essary (645-830 pm second Thursday pfennig meet ng 603617-1969 Iois_k_curnngham9jhccom.) (7/04) 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 NE Broadway) (7/0 3 ) Rainbow Recovery is an Al Anon meeting at M etropolitan Community Church with a GLBT focus lor those seeking to recover from the effects of problem dnnkmg of a relative or fnend (6 pm Thursday 2400 NE Broadway H 7/04) Sea Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for (hose suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome (503 452 5961 www porllandsaa org) (7/03) 503654 2288)0/03) Fam ily C antar O utrsach O ffice a program of Volunteers of America located m Southeast Portland offers support groups and d ro p « services to women and children who are survivors of domestic violence (Samantha 503 771 5503 ) (7/0 3 ) Portland Woman's C risis U na operates a 24-hour 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 (503 2355333 or 888-235 5333 www unitedwaypdx org/famity/pdxwomen htm l) (7/04) Metro: Sexual The Multnom ah County Health Departm ent STD Program offers testing and treatment lo r sexual ly transm itted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointment or on a first-com e, first served walk in basis M ost insurance plans accepted, sliding scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am 5 pm Monday Fnday except 15 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark St $03 988 3700 ) (7/03) L u lu 's P e rv y Ptayh o u u s is a social group for self identifying women who are Into S /M Ptoy parties are held on the second Saturday o f the month (503231 -3992 bkhstOexote com. www apitetach.com/--Bwntie/Uu htm) (7/04) M en's FHmTslk meets regularly to discuss films (hlmtalUhracnat com.) (7/03) Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group for fannies dndudng dads) Have fun and make connections and fnendstope with other great fam kesl (Flora 503284-0216 or Jaquekne 5032820565.) 0/03) Northwest Gender Alliance is a social and suppyt organization for crossdressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and socials (PO Box 4928. Portland. OR 97208 5036462802 www.nwgwpdx org) (7/03) Oregon Men Enjoying N a tu ris m « a social organ zation « which gay male naturiets/nudrets may enjoy the camaraderie o f like-minded gay men « a safe, whole some environment Potluck social third Sunday of every month ( omeopdxOyahoo com. www geoatms.eom//omenpdx/.) (7/03) ORGAN (Oregon Regions! Gey end Naked) is a social dub for gay men who enjoy bemg nude. M onthly pottucks and events. Guests are invited to attend two events before deciding on memberetop (PO Box 3152. Portland. OR 972933152 organ_mfo9organ-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 503203-8426.) ( 7/03) SAFE (Stop Abuse fo r Everyone) provides resources lor sexual mmonties who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Willamette Valley: Health Box 951. Tualatin. OR 97062 www safe4all org ) O/04) Womenspace provides a 24 hour hoi line and shelter Portland Bisexual A lliance sponsors social and political events for bi and b-fnenefy people and organ izes the Portland Bi Day ra#y (503-775-9717 pba9txportland org www txportiand org) (7/03) lor women, men and children who have been abused Portland Bisexual Women is a support and dacussxxi Metro: Mental Health M eaningful Journeys is a support/therapy group for trans women looking lor connection and community Facilitated by Beth Richman. LCSW (503 754 6145 bethnchman!csw9word oberlm edu) (7/03) YWCA of G reater Portland Counseling Center offers skdmg fee scale counseling for mdrviduals. 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) (7/03) SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music Bridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and inspire the gay, lesbian and bisexual community while buiidkig bridges and prom oting understanding with the greater public. Honors and strives for diversity * i its members, music and audiences (503 233-9554 bftdgesvocalensembie9yahoo com community oregontve com/cc/bhdges) 0/04) Film Fatales is lor single lesbians older than 30 who enjoy watchinq movies M eets fourth Saturday of every month (360-694-4163)0/04) Portland Gay M en's Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an individual to fiH the role of Music Librarian (5032262588 www pdxgmc .org.) (7/03) Portland Lesbian C hoir is a nonauditloned commu nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers (portlandhsbianchorr9hotma* com wmxr.plcffoir.org.) (7/04) Real Connection is a social gathering for gay men physically, sexually or emotionally Spanish speaking available Plays host to a lesbian and bi women s sup port group (Cnsis 800281 2800 Business 541 485 8232) (7/03) Willamette Valley: Recovery Eugene SA A is a 12 step fellowship lor those who are suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue (541 342 5582 www eugenesaa com ) (7/0 3 ) Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both pri vate and professional. In Washington. Oregon and southern British Columbia. Dinner meetings in Portland area (503701-7922 cas8yers9yahoocom www geocifies com/casHyers ) (7/04) COQSURE Is a social group for people who were bom or raised female but who don't identify as to ta ly female This includes people bom female or intersexed and who are unsure o f their gender or who are consid ering changing identity, guys who are exploring possibili ties fo r inner/outer gender, those vdw are not transi tioning but identify alweys 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 )0/03) Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon. Sign up on the e-mail list at www technodyke com/dykemght. (dykerughtporttand&yahoo com ) (7/04) 90+ lesbian social group lo r women meets on the third Saturday o l the month 5032863575.) (7/03) (4-7 pm. 503-642-3360 or who are artists, w riters or musicians or who pursue some creative activity M onthly potfucks on trie second Friday (Car! 503 284-2971.) (7/0 3 ) The Itoee C ity Gay Freedom Band provides an artistic outlet to a l GLBT people and supportive friends o f varying musical s k i levels Performs a variety o f styles from classical to contemporary In annual and spe cial event concerts (503-790-2170 mfoOrcgfb org www rcgfb org) (7/04) Funny Ladles Tea and Poeey Society is a social group for lesbians 35 and older. They meet for a potkrck on the second Saturday o f each month. E mad newslet ter is free on request. (Hataps9aol com.) (7/04) Aslan A Pacific I «fender Lesbians and Gaya a s nonprofit community voice fo r gay, lestoen and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders Activities indude potlucks. recre ational outings and cultural events Fnendfy environment to meet and connect with other API (PO Box 12661. Portland. OR 97232 apigjxUOyaffoo com.) (7/04) Bad G irla is a socal and educational leather and B /D /S /M dub for self identified women «4th an empha sis on safety and education W orkshops, dtecusswns. events and parties Women o f a l orientations and prefer ences can connect and ask questions during the Kinky Woman's Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday (503-9722233 www pdxbed&isnet) 0/04) B M s t Oregon is a statewide organization that encourages networking within the bisexual community as w e! as among others in the sexual mmonties com m unity We play host to numerous social events, month ly munches and an annuel gathering (503-622■ 1178 w w w .bnefor.orgJ (7/0 3 ) B la a x u a l C ommunity Forum « an age- and gender rd u srve social, support and education network A ctivities include dances, potfucks. held trips and a polyumory interest group M eetings are every first Monday. (730 pm 3 Friends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Aye Laury 503 285 4848) (7/0 3 ) 2003. Work hard, meet new people, and have fun. (Eileen 503762-4742 www amazondragons.org.) (7/03) group for bi and questioning women Women of any age. race, ablity or cultural oripn are encouraged to attend Topic discussion meetings second and fourth Fnday of every month lporttondbiwomeo6komcast.net.) 0/04) Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants ore responsible for providing their own equipment and choosing outmgs appropriate for their skill and fitness level. All skid levels welcome. (Tam 503659-2782 nccl 1279hotma*com. www geoabtes.com/ncc 1127/forestpdx) (7/03) Portland Leather A lliance is a pansexual. nonprofit Friends is a weekly support and discussion group for Metro: General Italian artist Sandro Negri'* Without Borders I* on view through Oct. 31 at Brian Mark! Fine Art African American gay and bi men. (67 pm Wednesday. Brian 503-2876651.) 0/03) organization dedicated to fostering a positive community for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuak ties in general and S /M /leether/febsh m particular (503727-3148 wwwpdxleatheralkance.otg.) (7/03) Portland Leather M en meet every second Saturday for potluck and socializing Meet men into a leather Hfestyle and keep abreast o f leather happenings No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just leather socialization for the past 20 years (360-8966665 plrnmecway.com.) (7/04) Portland M etro Prim e Timers is a social group lor 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 360254-1718 pdxprmebmersOyehoc.com. www geoaties.com/pdxpnmetimers) 0/04) Portland State University Queers and AIIlas offers educational and social programming and support and referral services for people of a l orientations. Tackles issues pertinent to tne queer community on campus and beyond. Non PSU students also welcome to attend activities and meetings (441A Smith Memorial Center, 1825 SW Broadway. Portland. OR 97201 503-725-5681 queersandalliesOmail pdx.edu www queersandalkes pdx edu) (7/03) Rose C ity Discussion Club the largest open pan sexual/altem ative sexuality dub m 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 rodcffteleportcom w w w redeorg) (7/04) Together W ork* a confidential group for lesbians, gays, bisexuals and friends, meets for socials and dte- cussions of topics of mutual interest M eets second and fourth Mondays (730 pm May September 7 pm October Apr* First Baptist Church. 125 SE Cowls St.. McMmnvitle. Don 503834-6266) (7/03) The Gay Homan’* Goff Group welcomes all levels of players (www.turfgir1z.com.) (7/0 3 ) The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestnan activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise Social group lor gay and bi men in central Oregon. M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties. (541-312 8881)0/03) Eastern Oregon: Social LesMgay Gorge meets the second Monday of every month at United Church of Christ m The Dales Visitors to the area welcome. (7-308-30pm 111 E Fffth St. 541-298-3879 or 541-5062951 lesbtgaygorge9cherter net.) (7/04) 503654 3865. Lynn 503 777-2339 kelrav9rdrop.com.) (7/04) O ut Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance styles start the first Fnday of each month. Also a monthly dance social. (503236-5129. out_ danemgdyahoo. com) (7/04) The Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and lesbian satfooat and powerboat owners to cruise the W illam ette River. Columbia River » id Multnomah Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating (503 345-8523 pcydub9earthhnk net ) (7/04) The Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling Association is in Its 26th season1 M eets Sundays at Hollywood Lanes Drop-Ins welcome anytime (3 30 pm 4030 NE Halsey St Mailing address: PO Box 80002. Portland. OR 97208-1002 503-722-0438 bowtpdxQaoi com. www pdxbowi. comJ (7/04) Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay. lesbian, bi and trans people o f afl abilities and interests. (5 038194626 www portiandfrontrunners.org.) (7/03) Portland Upstream is a swim team for the gay and les bian community that offers coached workouts for a l sk* levels Come swim with the Pups and improve your health and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at Columbia Pool (7701 N Chatauqua BM. swimpdx9yahoo com. www geocrties com/swimpdx) (7/04) Potter's House M inistries offers dancing every third Saturday o f the month. (7 - 10 pm. 3830 SE 62nd Ave 5037735024 )0 /0 3 ) Southern Oregon: Social A b d ill-E llis Lam bda Com m unity C en ter plays host to social events and groups. Celt fo r schedule. (7 17 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland Mailing address . PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520. 541-488-6990 www abdelks org.) (7 /0 3 ) Gay M en's M ovie Night is every second Friday at the Douglas County HIV Resource Center m Roseburg. (6 30 pm dessert potluck. 7 pm movie. 832 Highland St. 541440-2761.) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Tho O U Tdoor G roup is a friendly, inclusive bunch of Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating, mushroom hunting, skiing, hot spnnging and ju6t about any other a ctivity you can dream up. Occasional weekend camping (Kim 541-484 2147 kims9efn.org www outdoorgroup org ) (7/0 3 ) Frontrunner and W alkers go out every Saturday morning in Eugene. (9 am 15th and Agate. Hank 5414846259 or Sadie 541 4833282.) 0/03) Eugene's Gay Tamils Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting, at Roosevelt M idde School tennis courts. (Noon. E 24th Ave. and Amazon Pkwy. kfrmkenS&yaboo com ) (7/04) Urban Upstarts is an activity and social club for pro Rose C ity S o ftb a ll A ssociation is an adult fessional gay men between their late 20s and early 40s Portland has more to offer than dubs, and we can prove it. (PO Box 2372. Portland. OR 97217. 5032831414 Young Men's C offe* Talk is every Wednesday at softball league fo r the gay, lesbian and bi com m unity and fnends in the Portland m etropolitan area O ffers an open division and a wom en s division and is a ffili ated w ith the N orth Am erican Gay Am ateur A thletic Alliance (503 552 4769 www portlandgaysoftbaBcom.) (7 /0 3 ) 3 Friends Coffeehouse (7-9 pm 201 SE 12th A ve) (7/03) Rosetown Ramblers Portland's gay and lesbian W hat Am I Doing Hers is a social group for les bians ages 40 to 55 (permypllOthefreesite com wwwwhatamrdomghere no-fnls net.) (7/04) square dance dub. dances a l mainstream and plus lev els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228-5352 www rosetownrambiers com .) (7/03) Women on Wheels (WOW) is a motorcycle dub for a l RoundsAbout Portland offers social dancing class A peer facilitated Lesbian Discussion t Social Group for women of any age meets first and tfwd Wednesdays to tah about changng topics (6308pm ««men who kke to nde We meet monthly at Jubitz. spon sor ndmg dxiics and take day trips <5 pm second Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way jenonf4i9aol.com M 7/04) es. «eluding cued waltz and two step In rounds Singles and couples welcome (Patty 503-234-7868. Bob 503-2315135. pattyfranchS79hotmai com ) (7/04) BOO NW Sixth Am *253 503227-0605 rightonlesbosOyahoo oom) 0/04) 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 great food (503356-9552 jvr9pcejt.com.)Cl /04) Ski Out i3 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 skiout.org.) (7/03) Eugene s Gay Movlo Night group gets together to view and discuss GLBT films. (7 pm Thursdays Teem Tennis meets Sundays at University of Lesbian Danes Club o l Eugsna teaches ongoing ballroom dance lessons (susefynd9yahoo com ) (7/04) Im perial Sovereign R ote Court o l Oregon is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund-rasing organization in the state of Oregon M eetings are the first two Mondays of each month (www poisonwaters com or www rosecourt org ) (7/03) Jew ish Gay M en's C rou p - call for meeting time and place (503 2465939 efmmleviOaot com ) 0/03) Leather N ight end Red Hanky Social is the first and third Fnday of each month at Gail's D irty Duck. (9 pmmxkvght 439 NW Third Ave 503-224 8446 pdxsaltydgOaolcom.) (7/04) The Lesbian Garden Club is a group of women who bve gardens and gardening They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good time C a l or e mail for a copy of the newsletter and inform ation about upcoming events. ( Kathe emaih&urbanupstarts com or www urbanupstarts com) (7/04) Portland All levels of play welcome First tone is free 503 9092002 Igconegon9aol.com.)0/04) Metro: Physical Recreation (830am-noon 503735 9058 or 503-282 7210 rayscottvwa9yahoo com 7(7/04) Lesbian N aturalist N etw ork forming for women eenousfy interested m the natural history of birds, plant« and animals to go out brdm g. botanumg. tracking, etc and to explore the meenxig o f whet we see. (Beth 5032267919) (7/04) Adventure Group Portland s gay and lesbian out doors group, organizes a variety o f activities year round. Including hiking, walking, museum and garden tours, cross-country and downfall slung, rafting and mountaxi biking (PO Box 2201. Portland OR 972062201 503452-5680 www adventuragroup.org) (7/04) Central Oregon: Social Leekieue Enjoying Nature and Science (LEMS) a a fun-loving group of women who enjoy exploring a l aspects of the environm ent Activities ndude bed watch The Amazon Dragons is a lesbun-focused competi tive dragon boat racxig dub Recrmbng new members m The Lesbian N etw ork of Central Oregon wel comes all lesbian, to and trens women for monthly activ ities. ncludng pottucks. dances and drumming cxrJes 541817 - 8457 ) 0 / 04 ) ( Willamette Valley: Social The Capitol Forum is a sexual minonty social service organization serving the imd-Willamette VaHey (503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97308-0663 www salemcf.org.) (7/03) Confluancoi The W illam ette Valley M ixed GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Umversalist Congregation of Salem (46.30 pm 5090 Center St NE 503-364 2370 conHuence9aol.com. www confhjencechoms org M 7/04) The Eugs ns LasM an/G ay/B isoxual 20s/30s Social Club enjoys a weekly game night and brunch every Sunday at Brail s (Brian 5 4 1 8 8 3 3 4 3 7 )0 /0 3 ) kfranker>89yahoo com) 0/04) Lesbian Sewing C ircle meets « the Corvallis area to eat. chat and work on projects of all kinds (Dune 541-513-2754) (7/04) M a rio n berry Salon meets monthly In Salem for pottucks and dtecusswn of books touching on the gay/lestoan/bi experience (Cary 503-363-6036 manonberrysalon9aolcom.) (7/04) The Rainbow Kennel Club offers a chance to get together with other gey men and lesbians and their dogs m Eugene (Bonne 541683-2793 )0 /0 4 ) ,
