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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)
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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
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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)
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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)