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outreach
A L v n u M i n y f e i e n e & j e o e ^ y e i l e n e e g e
Activities include bird watching,
net w e walks, archaeology, camping,
kayaking, star gazing and an occa­
environm ent A lso offers a Sexual M inonties W om en
sional "lecture ‘ N o experience nec­
essary (6 4 5 6 30 pm second
Support G roup on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma
Metro: Anti-violence
Survivor Support G roup on W ednesdays (1111 S W
BradteyAngte H o u m provides em ergency shelter for
Thursday planning meeting. Ann
Richmond 503-287 7124. 7(7/04)
10th Ave 503 294-7440 H I 104)
woman dentihed dom estic violence survivors and a sup­
Lulu's Pervy Playhouse is a
port group for women battered by wom en A lso provides
indMdual support and advocacy for queer youth of a l gen­
ders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual
abuse Free, confidential and safe (Kamron
kamrongGbradleyangle org.) (7/04)
Clackam as W om an's Sarvicas offers shelter, sup­
social group for self-identifying
Metro: Recovery
w om en w ho are into S / M . Play par­
Extended Family hosts queer fnendy Alcoholics
ties are held on the second
Anonym ous m eetings at Metropolitan Com m unity Church
Saturday of the month.
of Portland (5 3 0 pm daily 2400 N E Broadway ) (7/04)
(503-231-3992. kjkihst9excite.com
www spiretech com/
- awntie/hjkj.htm .7 (7/04)
port and resource referral to survivors of dom estic and
Lunch Bunch hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics Anonym ous
sexual violence Lesbian, tx and trans fnendly IM ieelchair
meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland
accessible TTD. relay calls and colect c a ls accepted
(Noon daily I pm Sunday 2400 N E Broadway 7(7/04)
Men Over 40 is a sm all social
group that m eets alternate
(0<bce 503-7222366 C nsis bne 503-654 2268 .7(7/04)
Live and Let Live Club h o sts daily 12-step meet
Thursday evenings.
Portland W om an's C risis Lina operates a 24-hour
m gs and m onthly clean and-sober activities for the
(503-246-5795.) (7/04)
cn sis intervention hotline for su rvivors of dom estic and
queer recovery com m unity (2940A S E Belmont St
sexual violence and provides inform ation and referrals
503-238-6091.) (7/04)
for shelter, counseling, support gro u p s and com m unity
education Foreign language translation available
(503-235 5333 or 888-235 5333
www unitedway pdx org/family/pdxwomen html.) (7/04)
SA F E (Stop Abuse for Everyone) provides
resources for sexual m inonties who fall through the
cracks of traditional dom estic violence services (PO Box
9 5 1. Tualatin, O R 97062 www safe4aH org 7 (7/04)
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group of wom en w ho enjoy explor-
n g all aspects of the environment
pies and grou ps in a safe, confidential and supportive
HEALTH
P e t tiv a n s t t n o
Science (LENS) is a fun-loving
Northwest Gender Alliance is
a social and support organization for
Rainbow Recovery is an A l-Anon group with a queer
c ro ss d re sse rs a id transsexuals
focus for those seeking to recover from the effects of
M onthly open m eetings and socials
som eone e lse s dnnking M e e ts w eekly at Bethlehem
Lutheran C hurch (6 pm Thursday 1244 N E 39th Ave )
(7/04)
(PO Box 4928. Portland. O R
97208 503-6462802
www nwgwpdx org 7 (7/04)
Sex Addicts Anonym ous is a 12 step program for
Oregon Men Enjoying
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors A n y
N a t u ris m is a social organization
gender and sexual orientation is w elcom e
(503-452 5961 www portlandsaa org.) (7/04)
for gay male natunsts/nudists.
Politick social third Sunday of every
month (omenpdx9yahoo com
www geootes. com//omenpdx/.)
Metro: Health
Portland G LBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of teach
Metro: Sexual
ers from various traditions and studios, helps sexual
The
mmonty and H IV positive people find yoga c la sse s that
are specifically w elcom ing and/or experienced in address
mg their special needs (www gayyogaportland com
bartQstonewatlschool o rg 7 (7/04)
Queer Love Action Netw ork and Directory
(Q -LA N D ), a new H IV / ST D prevention and w ellness
(7/04)
O RG AN (Oregon Regional Gay and Naked) is a
potfock3 and events G u e sts are invited to attend two
FOREST Group outings are cooperative adventures
mitted diseases. H IV testing and hepatitis A and B vacci­
events before deciding on mem bership. (PO Box 3152.
for wom en Participants are responsible for providing
nations B y appointment or walk in M o st insurance plans
their ow n equipm ent and choosing outings appropriate
accepted; sliding-scale fee. S e habla espariol (9 am-5 pm
Portland. O R 97293-3152. organ_mfo9organ-pdx.org.
www.organ-pdx.org) (7/04)
for their skill and fitness level All skill levels w elcom e
Monday-Fnday except 1-5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor.
426 S W Stark St. 503-988 3700 ) (7/04)
PDX Women Riders share a love of m otorcycling
(Dawn and Tam 503-6592782 n ccl 1279hotma4.com.
www.geoatites.com/ncc 1127/forestpdx.) (7/04)
A l women, bike types and skill levels welcom e. Le t's all
get out and nde together! (viragoyyxyn9yahoo.com.
The
groups.yahoo com/group/pdxwomennders 7 (7/04)
o f players, (www turfghb.com .7 (7/04)
queer men to get their needs for fun. health and intima­
Tuesday 503-281-2076 bartOstonewallschod org
www gland org.) (7/04)
Willamette Valley: Health
A gay
Womenspece provides a confidential shelter for women
and children who have been abused physically, sexually or
Metro: Mental Health
Portland GLBT Support Group helps people dealing
(7/04)
equestrian activities in the Pacific N orthw est (Denise
503-203-8426.) (7/04)
am
any age. race, ability o r cultural ongin are encouraged to
Ankeny Street Stu d ». C la sse s for different dance styles
attend. Topic d iscu ssio n m eetings second and fourth
start the first Friday of each month. A lso a monthly dance
Fridays. (portlandbiwomenQcomcast net.) (7/04)
social. (503-236-5129. ouLdancm g9yahoo.com )(7 /04)
Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday
Willamette Valley: Recovery
for pottuck and socializing. M eet men into a leather
The Pacific Coast Yacht Club w elcom es gay » id
lesbian sadboat and pow erboat ow ners to cruise the
lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings N o
W Sam ette River. Colum bia River and M ultnom ah
w eekend cam ping. (Kim 541-484-2147 iums@efn.org.
Eugene SA A is a t2 step fellowship for those who are suf
Channel Prom otes good fellow ship and safe boating.
www.outdoorgroup.org.) (7/04)
C O Q SU R E is a social group for people w ho w ere
a ssign e d a fem ale se x at birth but Identify otherw ise
(femeie-to-male. genderqueer. drag king, e tc ). First
bridgesvocalensem bto9yahoo com.
community, oregonltve. com/cc/bhdgea .7 (7/04)
Willamette Valley:
(Cnsis 80 02 81 280 0 Business 541-485-82321(7104)
(3 6 0 6 9 6 6 6 6 5 plm 9ckecway com.) (7/04)
m em bers, m usic and audiences (503-233-9554
Su n day m eetings are open to partners and fam ilies of
any configuration. (503-471-1515.
groupsyehoo.com /group/coqsureJ (7/04)
Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other
Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday
afternoon. Sign up on the e-mail 1st at
www.technottyke.com/dykenight
(dykemghtportlend9yehoo.com.) (7/04)
P ortland Gay M an's Chorea is open to singers,
50+ Issblon aociol group for w om en m eets on the
support m em bers and volunteers (503-226-2588.
www.pdrgmc.org.) (7/04)
third Saturday of the month. (4-7 pm. 503-642-3360 or
503-286-3575) (7/04)
H ollyw ood Lanes Drop-m s w elcom e anytime. (3 3 0 pm.
Sadie 541 -683-2692) (7/04)
4030 N E Halsey S i Mailing address . P O Box 80002,
Portland. O R 972061002. 5 0 3 7 2 2 -0 4 3 8
bowlpdxQaol com. www.pdxbowl.com.) (7/04)
E u ge n e 's G LBT Tennis Group m eets every Saturday
and Sunday, w eather permitting. (Noon W est 20th
es. (PO Box 5884. Portland. O R 97228. 503-286-4613
or 360 -25 4 -1718 pdxprimetimers9yahoo. com.
www.geodtles.com/pdxprtmetlmers.) (7/04)
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W hether yo u 're a running novice or a se ason e d
marathoner. Portland Frontrunners w elcom e gay.
B llO
offers educational and social programming to queer and
lesbian, bi and trans people of a l abilities and interests
nonqueer community on cam pus and beyond. A lso helps
with support and referral services for people of a l orienta­
(5 03619-4626 www.porttondfrontnjnners.org.) (7/04)
tions N o n -P SU students are welcome to attend activities
and m eetings (44IA Smith Memorial Center. 1825 S W
Broadway. 503-7265681 queersandaHesQmail.pdx edu
www. queersandatkes pdx edu) (7/04)
pan-
sexual/altematrve sexuality club in the Northw est, is
open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that a e
and volunteers. (porttondtoaixanchok9hotmeil com.
www plchoir.org) (7/04)
on the second Saturday of each m onth E -m *l new slet­
safe, sane and consensual. M onthly m eetings, w ork­
t e r« free on request (Hataps9aolcom .) (7/04)
sh op s and new sletter (503-972-1869.
rcdc9teleport.com www rode org 7 (7/04)
Portland Upstream is a swim team for the gey and le s­
bian community that offers coached w orkouts for a l skill
levels Com e swim with the Pups and im prove your health
and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at Colum bia
Pod. (7701N Chatauqua Btvd. swtmpdx9yahoo com.
www.geocitles.com/swimpdx.) (7/04)
The
R o m City Softball Asaodation
is an adult
softbal league for the gay. lesbian, bi and trans com m u­
nity. W e offer an open division (corad) and a w om en's
dh/iswn W e are affiliated with the N orth Am erican G ay
Am ateur Athletic Alhance. (503-552-4769
R e a l C o n n e c t io n ie a so d e l gathering for ga y men
Gay MadRi d ow Group is s casual, n o nralgttus
w ho are artists, w nters o r m usicians o r w ho pursue
group for gay and bi m en to meet, m editate together
Boyboye is a fun. social gathering for gay and tx men
www porttondgaysoftbat com www rtagaa org 7 (7/04)
som e creative actrvrty. M onthly potlucks on the second
and socialize. (7:30 pm Tuesdays. Dean Shjweh
w ho am interested in a healthy vegetarian or vegan
Friday (Carf 503-284-2971.) (7/04)
lifestyle. A variety of activities and m onthly potkisks on
Boaotown Ramblers Portland s gay and lesbian
503-9976319.) 0 7 0 4 )
Imperial Sovereign R o
m
Court of Oregon is the
the last Friday, (veggieguys9aol.com .) (7/(A)
square dance dub. dances at m ainstream and plus lev­
els. (PO Box 5352. Portland. O R 97228-5352
www rosetownramblers com.) (7/04)
tic outlet to queers and supportive bends of varying m usi­
oldest gay. lesbian, tx and trans social/fond-raising organi­
What Am I Doing Here is a social group for les­
cal s k i levels. Perform s a variety of styie s from classical
zation In the state o f O regon M eetings are the first two
bians age s 40 to 55. (penny]th9thefreesile com.
to contem porary in annual and special event concerts
M ondays of each month (www rosecourt.org 7(7/04)
www whatamidoinghere.no-fnlls.net 7 (7/04)
Jewish Gey M an's Group-call for m eeting time
Women o f the Rivers the Portland/Vancouver
and couples w elcom e (Patty 503 234-7868. Bob
and place. (503-246-5939. efmimlevi9aol com ) (7/04)
chapter of W om en on W heels, is a m otorcycle d u b for
503-231-5135 pattyfrench579hotmailcom.) (7/04)
all wom en w ho like to ride. W e meet monthly at Jubitz,
Team Tennis m eets Su n d ays at U niversity of
(503-790-2170 m fotfrcgfe.org. w w w .rcgfe.org.)(7/04)
Leather Night end Red Hanky Social is the first
Metro: General
and third Friday of each m onth at G a il's Dirty D uck
Asian A Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is
(9 pm mtdnght 43 9 N W Third A ve 503-224-8446
pdxssltydg9aol com.) (7/04)
a nonprofit com m unity voice for gay. lesbian and tx A sian
and Pacific Islanders Activities include potlucks. recre­
ational outings and cultural events. FrientJy environm ent
to meet and connect with other A P I (P O Box 12661.
Portland. OR 97232 tpig_pdx9yehoo.com ) a/W
Bad G irls is a social and educational leather and
Willamette Valley: Social
The
Capitol Forum is a gey/lesbian nonprofit social
service organization serving the m id-W illam ette Valley
(503-363-0006. P O Box 663. Salem. O R 97308-0663
www.salemcf.org.) O /04)
Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed
G A L A C h oru s re h e a rse s S u n d a y s at U nitarian
U m ve rsalist C o n gre ga tio n o f Salem . (4 6 :3 0 pm.
5 0 90 C enter S t N E 50 3664-2370.
confhjence9aol.com . w w w .confkjencechorus.org)
am
Eugene s
Gay Movie Night group g e ts together to
view and d isc u ss queer f8ms. (7 pm Thursdays.
kfrankenB&yahoocom .) (7/04)
Lavender Womyn is a warm and friendly lesbian
group in Salem for support, fun and friendship G am e
nights, bow ling, barbecues, bunco, cam ping, flag foot­
ball. etc, (Kim 503-581-5102.
wwwtovenderwomyn.com.) (7/04)
Lesbian Dance Club of Eugene teaches ongoing
ballroom dance le sso n s. (suselyndOyahoo com )
(7/04)
Lesbian Saw ing Circle m eets » the C orvallis area
A peer facilitated
a pottuck the first Saturday of every month for wom en
541-513-2754) a m
W e dn e sdays to talk about changing topics.
who love to cook. eat. meet new friends and share
great food. (503-356-9552 /vrtfpcez. com. 7 (7/04)
Lesbian D iscussion A Social
Group for w om en o f any age m eets first and third
(6 3 0 6 pm 800 N W Sixth Ave. »253. 503-227-060S-
rightonlesbo39yahoo.com ) (7/04)
Lesbian Garden Club is a group of w om en w ho
The
love gardens and gardening. They exchange plants,
Kinky
Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way.
www hevanel com/chama/wow.) (7/04)
Portland AD levels of play welcom e First time is free.
(8 .30 am-noon 503- 7359058 or 503-282- 72 1 0.
rayscottvwaOyahoo com.) (7/04)
Avenue and Polk Street. 541-687-9689.
kfranken89yahoo.com.) (7/04)
to eat. chat and w ork on protects of ail kinds (Diane
B / D / S/ M d u b for self identified w om en with an em pha­
ences can connect and ask questions during the
sp o n so r riding clinics and take day trips (5 pm second
Rounds A bout Portland offers social dancing c la ss­
es. including cued waltz and tw o-step In rounds. Sin gle s
social group in Eugene that m eets every Saturday m orn­
ing. (9 am. 15th and Agate. Davis 541-345-1481 or
Women Who Cook and Rodpe Exchange holds
s is on safety and education W orkshops, dtecussions.
events and parties W om en o f alt orientations and prefer­
Frontrunner and Walkers is a queer fitness and
mature gay m en and those w ho appreciate them, com ­
ru nn y
provides an artis­
about any other activity you can dream up O cca sio n al
ing together for social, educational a id cultural purpos­
group for lesbians 3 5 end older. They meet for a pottuck
R o m City Gay Freedom Band
The O U T door Group is a friendly, in clu sive bunch
of Eugene people w ho g o biking, hiking, skating,
m ushroom hunting, skiing, hot sp rin gin g and just
Portland Metro Prime Timers is a social group for
R o m City Discussion Club, the largest open
■ vhi r o m w j oo cw vy 15 0 30001
Physical Recreation
Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling
Association is In its 26th season! M e e ts S u n d a ys at
P c r t t a a d L ac b la n C h o ir is a nonaudffioned com m u­
unnvb i n
(5 0 3 6 4 5 6 5 2 3 pcyclub9earthhnk.net.) (7/04)
The
nity choir that w elcom es singers, supportive m em bers
The
(6 3 0 pm dessert pottuck. 7 pm movie 832 Highland St
541-440-2761.) (7/04)
available H osts to a lesbian and tx women s support group
not an issue (541-342-5582 www eugenesaa com.) (7/04)
greater public H on ors and strive s for dhrerslty In its
the D ou glas C ounty H IV R e so u rce C e n te r in Roseburg.
Out Dancing teaches dancing for sam e-sex couples at
offers sliding fee scale counseling lor individuals, cou-
inspire the gay, lesbian and bisexual com m unity while
building bridges and prom oting understanding with the
Gay M an's Movie Night is every se co n d Friday at
sion group for bi and questioning wom en W om en of
fenng from adtktrve sexual behaviors. Sexual orientation is
B ridget V o c a l E n a a m b le se e k s to em pow er and
(7/04)
503-654-3865. Lynn 503-777-2339 ketrav9rdrop com.)
YW CA of Creator Portland Counseling Cantor
Metro: Arts & M usic
Siskiyou Btvd., Ashland Mailing address: P O Box 927.
Ashland. O R 97520. 541-4886990. www.abdelhs.org.)
Losbian Equestrian Group ge ts together for
Su n d ays al H obo's. (6 pm 120 N W Third Ave. Mike
dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just
leather socialization for the past 20 years
SOCIAL
The
Abdill-Ellia Lambda Community Cantor plays
host to social events and groups Ca8 for schedule. F717
Portland Bisexual Women is a support and d iscu s­
post-traumatic stre ss disorder Lightly structured activities,
503666-8059 portlandgttsupportQyahoogroups com )
Pinochle Group invites others to play cards
Gay Women's Goff Group w elcom es all levels
Southern Oregon: Social
emotionally; a 24-hour hot line, and a drop-m advocacy cen­
ter for any victim of domestic violence Spanish speaking
with mental health issu e s such a s depression, anxiety and
group chats and e-mail offer a safe environment (Jerry
(Eileen 503-762-4742. www.amarondragons org 7(7/04)
social club for gay men w ho enjoy being nude. M onthly
activist organization, m eets to plan how to encourage
cy met in life-affirming w ays. (7 9 pm First and third
2004 W ork hard, meet new people, and have fun.
Multnomah County Health Department ST D
Program offers testing and treatment lor sexually trans­
seed s, advice and encouragem ent w hile having a good
time. C a l or e-mail for a copy of the new sletter and
Central Oregon: Social
Social group for
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventure Group. Portland's gay and lesbian out­
gay and bl men m central O regon.
M onthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties.
(541 312 8881. 7 (7 /04)
The
Lesbian Network of Central O regon wel­
com es all lesbian, bt » id trans wom en for m onthly activ­
M ario n b erry S a lo n m eets m onthly in Sale m for
pottucks and d isc u ssio n of b o o k s touching on the
gay/lesbian/bi expenence. (C a ry 50 3-363 6 0 3 6
m anonberrysak>n9eol c o m ) (7 /04)
The R ain b o w K an n al C lu b o ffe rs a ch a n ce to
get togeth e r w ith other g a y m en and le sb ia n s and
their d o g s in E u ge n e
(7 /04)
(Bonnie 541 6 8 3 2 7 93 )
Wome n 's W elcoming M unch at 7 pm every second
^form ation about uocom m g events. (Kathe
rjesday. (5 03-972 2233 www pdxbedgxH.net) (7/04)
doors group, organizes a variety of activities year round,
«eluding hiking, walking, m useum and garden tours,
503-9092002. tgc9spm tone co m 7(7/04)
cross-country and downhill skiing. rafting and mountain
Lesbian Naturalist Netw ork 'orm ing for wom en
txkinq (PO Box 2201. Portland. O R 97208-2201
L e e b ig a y
se rio u sly interested m the natural history of birds W ants
5 03-452-5680 www adventuregmuc.orgJ (7/04)
month at Untied Church of Christ m The D ates Visiters to
for social events and dtecussm ns of topics of mutual
the area welcome. (7 3 0 6 :3 0 cm 111 EFifth St.
m terest M e e ts se co n d and fourth M o n d a ys at First
Baptist Church. (7 pm 125 S E Cow ls S t Don
5(33-434 6266.7(7/04)
weeds Flyers are gay. leshem and tx aviators, both prv-
rtt - and orofessronal. n lAhsmngton. O regon and southern
"w C d u m h a . O n e r m e ^ n g s n Portland area
<503-101-7922 cas8yere9yahoo.com
www geoertm. com scasftyeni (7/04)
and anim als to go out btrdmq. botanizing, tracking, etc.
The A m a io n
and to explore the m eaning of what we see <Beth
tive dragon boat racing ctuc Recruiting new m em bers in
503-226-7919 7(7/04)
Oregon« s a lesbian-focused com peti­
ities. m cludkig pottucks. dances and drum m ing circles.
(5 4 1 6 1 7 8 4 5 7 7 (7/04)
Gorge meets the second M onday of every
541-296-3879 nr 5 4 1 -5062951
estxoaygcrge4charterneU ( 7 / 04 )
Together W orks is a confidential group in
McMtnnvtHe for queers » id their friends to qel together