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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Oct. 17, 2003)
36 a d o b a r 1 7 .2 0 0 3 outreach H KALTH Metro: Anti-violence Bradiey-Angie House provides emergency shelter for woman dentihed domestic vwlence survivors and a sup port group for women battered by women Also provides ndMduaf support and advocacy for queer youth of a l gen ders *¿10 have experienced emotional, physcd or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (Kamron kamrongObradeyangle org H7I04) Clackamas Woman's Servieoe offers shelter support and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence Lesbwn. bi and trans fnendfy Wheelchair access* bie TTD relay ca ls and colect c a ls accepted (Office 503-7222366 CnsisLme 503*54 2288 H 7/03) Lesbian* Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) « a fun-tovmg group of women who enjoy exploring at aspects of the environment Activities Include bird watch- ng. nature walks, archaeology, cempmg, kayakng. star gazing and an occasional ’ lecture * No expenence nec essary (6 45*.30 pm second Thursday planning meet everyone (Noon daily. I pm Sunday Metropolitan ing 503*17-1989 as_k_cunnmqhamOuhccom.)(7/04) Community Church of Portland. 2400 NE Broadway ) Lulu's Pervy Playhouse s a social group lor set identifying women who are «to S/M . Play parties are held on the second Saturday of the month (7 /0 3 ) Live and Let Live Club hosts daily 12 step meet mgs and monthly clean and sober activities for the queer recovery community (2940A SE Belmont St 503 2386091 K 7 /0 4 ) Rainbow Recovery is an Al Anon meeting at Metropolitan Community Church with a G LBT focus for those seeking to recover from the effects of problem dnnkmg of a relative or fnend (6 pm Thursday 2400 NE Broadway) (7/04) S e i Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for those suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome (5 03-452-5961 www portlandsaa org.) (7/03) Family Cantor Outraach Office a program of Volunteers of Am erica located m Southeast Portland, offers support groups and drop-m services to women and children who are survivors of domestic violence (Samantha 503 771 5503 7(7/03) Portland Woman's C risis Lina 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 (503235-5333 or 888235 5333 www untedwaypdx org/lamily/pdxwomen html) (7/04) SA FE (Stop Abuse for Everyone) provides resources for sexual mmonties who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box 951. Tualatin . Off 97062 www safe4all org ) (7/04) Metro: Sexual The Multnomah County Haalth Department STD Program o ffers testing and treatm ent for se x ually transm itted d iseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointment or on a first-com e, first-served walk-in basis M ost insur ance plans accepted, sliding-scale fee S e habla espanol (9 am-5 pm Monday-Fnday except 1-5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 S W Stark St 503 988 3 7 0 0 )( 7/03) Willamette Valley: Health Womenepace provides a 24-hour hot line and shelter Metro: Mental Health YWCA of Greeter Portland Counseling Center offers skdmg 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 7440)0/03) for women, men and children who have been abused physically, sexually or emotionally Spanish speaking available Plays host to a lesbian and bi women's sup port group (Cnsis 800-281 2800 Business 541 485 8 2 3 2 )( 7/03) Willamette Valley: Recovery Metro: Recovery Lunch Bunch plays host to A lcoholics Anonym ous m eetings for gay men and lesbians but is open to SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music i seeks to empower and inspire the gey. lesban and bisexual community wble bu**ng bridges and promoting understanding with the greater pubic. Honors and strives for dversity n its members, music and audwnces. (503-233-9554 bndgesvocalensembleQ yahoo.com commuotyomgonlrvecom/ccAtndges.) (7/04) Film Fatalaa is for smgie lesbians older then 30 who enjoy watching m ovies M eets fourth Saturday of every month (360-694-4163.) (7/04) Portiand Gay Man's Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers Seeking an individual to h i the role of M usic Librarian (503-226-2588 wwwpdxgmc.org.) (7/03) Portland Laabian Choir « a nonaudtioned commu nity chow that welcom es singers, supportive members and volunteers. (portlandesixanchotrQhotmail com www plchoir o rg .) (7/04) I Connection « a social gathering for gay men who are artists, w riters or m usicians or who pursue some creative activity Monthly potlucks on the second Friday (Cari503 284 297U H 703) The Hone O ty Gay Fraadom Band provides an artistic Eugana SA A is a 12-step fellowship for those who are suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Sexual onentation is not an issue (541-342-5582 www eugenesaa com ) (7 /03) Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and b aviators both pn- vste and professional, m Waahington. Oregon and southern Bntish Columbia. Dinner meetings n Portland area. (503-701 7922. casfiyersOyahoo com. www geocities com/casffyers ) (7/04) CO Q SU RE is a social group for people who were bom or raised female but who don’t identify as totafiy 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 tnner/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. W e welcome significant others and members of all se x ual orientations Monthly social (503-471-1515.)(7/03) Dyka Night Portfond takes over a bar every other (503-231-3992 kjkikstOexate com. www spirt lech com / -awnhe/Uu him.) (7/04) Mom2Mom is an alcohol-free social group for families (m ckidrig dads) Have fun and make connections and friendships with other greet fannies' (Flora 503284-0216 or Jaquekne 503 2820565) (7/03) Northwest Candor Alliancs is a social and support organization for cross dressers and transsexuals Monthly open meetings and socials (PO Box 4928. Portland. OR 97208 503 646-2802. www nwgwpdx org.) (7/03) Oregon Man Enjoying Naturism is a social organi zation In which gay male natunsts/nudists may enjoy the camaraderie of ike minded gay men m a safe, whole some environment. Pollock social third Sunday of every month. (omenpdxOyahoo com. www geocthes com/7omenpdx/) (7/03) ORGAN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a social club for gay men who enjoy being nude Monthly potlucks and events G uests are Invited to attend two events before deciding on membership (PO Box 3152. Portland. OR 97293-3)52 organ _mfodorgan-pdx org. www organ-pdx org) (7/04) A gay Pinochle Group Invites others to play cards Sundays at Hobo's. (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave. Mike 503-203 8426.) (7/04) Portland Bisexual Woman is a support and discussion group lor bland queshomng women. Women of any age. race, ability or cultural ongn are encouraged to attend Top« discussion meetngs second and fourth Friday of every month (portlandbrnomenOcomcast net) (7/04) Portland Leather Alliance is a pansexual. nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a positive community for safe, sane and consensual alternative adult sexuali ties m general and S/M /leathef/febsh in particular. (503- 727-3148 www pdxleathemKIance org) (7/03) Portland Leather Man meet every second Saturday for potkick and socializing Meet men Into a leather lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, fis t leather socialization for the past 20 years (360-896*665 plmddirecway com ) (7/04) Portland Metro Prim * Timers 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 OR 97228 503-286 4613 or 360-254-1718 pdxpnmetimersOyahoocom. www geocities.com/pdxpnmetimers) (7/04) Portland State Univarsity Queers and Allies offers educational and social programming to queer and nonqueer community on campus and beyond Also helps with support and referral services for people of all orientations. Non-PSU students are welcome to attend activities and meetings (441A Smith Memorial Center. 1825 SW Broadway 503-725-5681 queersandalkesdmail pdx. edu www queersandaUtea pdx edu ) (7/04) Rosa City Discussion Club the largest open pen- Saturday mght and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon. Sign up on the e-mail list at www. technodyke com/dykenight. (dykenghtportlandQyahoo com ) (7/04) sexual/aftem ative sexuality club « the Northwest, is open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual Monthly m eetings, work shops and newsletter (503-972-1869 rcdcOteleport com www rode org) (7/04) 50« lesbian social group for women meets on the Together Works a confidential group for lesbians, third Saturday of the month 503-286-3575) (7/03) (4-7 pm. 5 03*42 3360 or i is a weekly support and discussion group for African American gay and t> men (5-7 pm Wednesday Brian 503-287-8651.) (7/03) gays, bisexuals and fnends. meets for socials and dis cussions of topics of mutual interest M eets second and fourth Mondays (7 30 pm May-September. 7 pm October-Apnf First Baptist Church. 125 S E Cowls St . McMmnvtle Don 503-434*266.) (7/03) outlet to ak G IB T people and sipportive friends of verymg museal skit levels. Performs a vanety of styles from classi cal to contemporary n annual and special event concerts. (503-790-2170 nforSrcgfb.org w w w rtgfborgJ (7/04) Funny La d a s Tsa and Posey Soc iety is a social Urban Upstarts is an activity and social club for pro group for lesbians 35 and older. They meet for a potkick on the second Saturday of each month E-mail new slet ter is free on request (hatapsdaol com. 1(7/04) fessional gay men between their late 20s and early 40s Portlend has more to offer than clubs, and we can prove Metro: General I Sovereign Roee Court of Oregon is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund ratsing organi zation m the state of Oregon Meetings are the first two Mondays of each month. (www.rosecourt.otgJO/04) B r V C V n C InlA iaalA a 1 L W AW D l d n MA M BW n m ISsBVKVBr V maud B n U V a B y l to 18 a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Photic Islanders Activities include potlucks. mere atonal outingg and cultural events. Fnendfy environment to meet and connect with other API (PO Box 12661. Portland. OP 97232 apIgjxtxQyahoo com M7/04) Bad Girt* is a social and educational leather and B /D /S/M dub for self identified women with an empha sis on safety and education. W orkshops, dracusstons, events and parties Women of at 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.pdxbadga1s.net.) (7/04) _____ 1 Oregon e a statewide organization that encour ages networinng w ith« the bieexual community as w el as among others in the sexual minorities community We play boat to numerous social events, monthly munches and an annual gathering. (503*22-1178 www b riefer org.) (7/03) i « an age- and gender- Indusrve social, support and education network A ctivities «d u d e dances, potlucks. held trips and a pofyemory interest group. M eetings are every first Monday. (7:30 pm. 3 Fnends Coffeehouse. 201 SE 12th Ave Laury 503-285-4848 > (7/03) Jew ish Gey Men's Group- call for meeting time and place (503-246-5939 eframnleviQaol com ) (7/04) Leather Night and Red Hanky Social is the first and third Friday of each month at dak's Dirty Duck (9 pm midnight 439 NW Third Ave. 503-224 8446. pdxsaltydgOaol.com) (7/04) A peer facilitated Laabian Discussion t Social Group for women of any aqe meets first and third Wednesdays to talk about charxyng topes. (6 30* pm £ (PO Box 2372. Portland. OR 97217 503 285-1414 emailQurbanupstarls.com. wwwurbanupstarts.com) 0 / 04) What Am I Doing Hare is a social group for les bians ages 40 to 55 (pennyiHIOthefreesite com. www whatarrudornghere no-fnHs net.) (7/04) Woman on Wheat* (WOW) Is a motorcycle dub for a l women who like to ride We meet monthly at JuM z. spon sor nding dimes and take day trips. (5 pm second Sunday. 10310 N Vancouver Wav ¡eoorwbQaoi com.) (7/04) Woman Who Cook and Recipe Exchange holds a poduck the first Saturday of every month for women who love to cook. eat. meet new fnends and share great food. (503-35&9552. jvrOpcex com H I 104) i forming for women seriously interested « the natural history of birds, plants and animals to go out b rifrig . botanizing, tracking, ate and to explore the meaning of what we see (Beth 503-226-7919) (7704) Kan Dewar's Mandate is a ps«ar gallery ric h tableau of colors and shapes through O cL 24 at FOREST Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsible for providing their own eqixpment and choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level. Ail skid levels welcom e. (Dawn and Tam 503-659-2782 ncc 1 l27Qhotmail com, wwwgeocitites com /nccll27/forestpdx)(7/04) The Gay Woman's Goff Group welcom es aU levels of players (www turfgiriz.com.) (7/04) The Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities m the Pacific Northwest (Dense 503654-3865 Lygn 503-777-2339. kekavQrdrop.com.) (7/ 04) Out Dancing teaches dancing for sam e-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio C lasses lor different dance styles start the first Friday of each month Also a monthly dance social (503-236-5129 out_dancmgdyahoo.com) (7/04) The Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcom es gay and lesbian saifooat and powertwet owners to cruise the Willamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating. (503345*523 pcyclubQearthhnknei) (7/04) The Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling Association is in its 26th season! M eets Sundays at Hollywood Lanes Drop-ms welcome anytime (3 30 pm. 4030 NE Halsey St Mailing address PO Box 80002. Portland. OR 97208-1002 503-722-0438 bowtpdxQaol com. www pdxbowl.com.) (7/04) W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunnars welcome gay. lesbian, bi and trans people of at abilities and interests (5 03-8194626 w w w porOandfrontrunners.org.) (7/03) Portland Upstream « a swim team for the gay and les bian community that offers coached workouts for a l skA levels Come swrni with the Pups and improve your health and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at Columbia Pool (7701 N Chatauqua B M swtmpdxQyahoo com. www geocihes.com/swimpdx) (7/04) league for the gay. lesbian and bi community and fnends « the Portland metropolitan area O ffers an open revi sion and a women's division and is affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance (503-552-4769 www portlandgaysoftball com ) (7/03) Rosatown Ramblar« Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus lev els. (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228-5352 www rosetownramblerscom.) (7/04) RoundsAbout Portland offers social dancing c la ss es. «eluding cued waltz and two-step In rounds Singles and couples welcome (Patty 503 234 7868 Bob 503 231-5135 pattyfrench57Qhctmailcom) (7/04) Shi Out is a group of Portlend-aree gay men. lesbians and supportive fnends who meet for downhill ski and snowboard trips to Mount Hood every other weekend. (www sklout.org.) (7/03) T sam T e n n is meets Sundays at University of Portland Afi levels of play welcome First time is free Metro: Physical Recreation Adventure Group. Portland s gay and lesbian out doors group, organizes a vanety of activities year round, ■nckxfing hiking, walking, museum and garden tours, cross-country and downfult skiing, rafting and mounts« biking (PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97208-2201 503-452-5680 www adventuregroup.org.) (7/04) The Amazon Dragon* >s a lesbian-focused competi tive dragon boat raong dub. Recnxting new members in 2003 Work herd, meet new people, and have fun (Eben 503762*742 wwwatmrondragons org) (7/03) Eastern Oregon: Social Lesbig ay Gorge m eets the second M onday of every month at United C hurch of C h n st In Thé D alles. V isito rs to the area w elcom e. (7 30-8 30 pm. I l l E Fifth S t 541 298-3879 or 541-506-2951 lesbigaygorgeQcharter.net.H7/04) Southern Oregon: Social Abdill-Ellia Lambda Community Center plays host to social events and groups. C a l for schedule. (7 17 Siskiyou B lvd. Ashland Mailing address. PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520. 541-488*990 www.abdellis.org.) (7 /0 4 ) Gay Man's Movie Night is every second Friday at the Douglas County HIV Resource Center in Roseburg. (6.30 pm dessert potluck. 7 pm movie. 832 Highland St. 541-440-2761.) (7/04) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation The OUTdoor Group is a friendly, inclusive bunch of Eugene people who go biking, hiking, skating, mushroom hunting, skiing, hot spnnging and just about any other activity you can dream up O ccasional weekend camping. (Kim 541-484-2147. iumsQefnorg. www outdoorgroup org.) (7 /0 4 ) Frontrunner and W alkers go out every Saturday morning in Eugene. (9 am 15th and Agate Hank 541-484*259 or Sadie 541 485-3282) (7 /03) Eugene's Gay Tennis Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting, at Roosevelt M idde School tennis courts. (Noon. E 24th Ave. and Amazon Pkwy. kfrankendQyahoo com.HVOA) Rosa City Softball Association is an adult softball (8 3 0 am-noon. 503-735 9053 or 503-282-7210 rayscottvwadyahoo.com.) (7/04) 800 NW Sixth Ave i253 503-2270605 nghtonlesboeOyehoo com.) (7/04) The Laabian Garden Club ■« a group of women who love gardens and gardening They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good time C at or e-m at for a copy of the newsletter and «form ation about upcommg events (Kathe 503 9092002 lgcongonOaol.com ) (7/04) ■ Central Oregon: Social The Lesbian Network of Central Oregon w el comes a l lesbian, bi and trans women for monthly activ ities. mcludwg potlucks. dances and drumming circles (541-317-845 7 ) (7/04) Social group for gay and bi men m central Oregon Monthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties (541-312 8881.H i m Willamette Valley: Social The Capitol Forum is a sexual minority social service organization serving the mid-Willamette Valley. (503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97308-0663. www salemcf.org.) (7/03) Confluoncoi The Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Um versakst Congregation of Salem . (4 * 30 pm 5090 Center St NE 503-364 2370 confhienceQaol.com. www conHuencechorus org) (7/04) The Eugsn* Lasbian/Gay/ Bisexual 20s/30s S o cial Club enjoys a w eekly game night and brunch every Sunday at B ra il's. (Brian 541 485-3437.) (7 /0 3 ) Eugene's Gay Movie Night group gets together to view and discuss G LB T films (7 pm Thursdays. kfranken8Qyahoo.com.) (7/04) Lesbian Dane« Club o f Eugene teaches ongoing ballroom dance lesso n s, i susetyndOyahoo com ) (7 /0 4) Lesbian Sawing C ircle m eets « the Corvabs area to eat. chat and work on protects of aU kinds (D one 541-513-2754)0/04) M arionberry Salon m eets m onthly in Salem for potlucks and discu ssio n of books touching on the gay/lesbien/bi experience, (Cary 503-363-6036 manonberrysaiooQaol com .) (7 /0 4 ) The Rainbow Kennol Club offers a chance to get together with other gay men and lesbians and their dogs m Eugene (Bonnie 541 *83-2793 ) (7/04)
