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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Feb. 20, 2004)
32 februaiy 20.2004 HEALTH Metro: Anti-violence Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a support group for women battered by women Also pro vides individual support and advocacy for queer youth of all genders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (Kamron kamrong&bradleyangle org.) (7/0 4 ) Clackamas Woman's S ervices offers shelter, sup port and resource referral to survivors o f domestic and sexual violence. Lesbian, bi and trans fnendly W heelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls accepted (O ffice 5 03-722-2366 C risis Line 503 654 2 2 8 8 ) (7/04) Portland Women's C risis Line operates a 24-hour cnsis intervention hotline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and provides inform ation and referrals for shelter, counseling, support groups and community education Foreign language translation available (503 235 5333 or 8 8 8 23 5 5333 www unitedway pdx org/fam ily/pdxwom en h tm l )(7 /0 4 ) Stop Abuse fo r Everyone (SAFE) provides resources for sexual minonties who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box 951. Tualatin. OB 97062 www safe4all o rg .) (7/04) Metro: Health Portland GLBTQ Yoga A lliance a group of teach ers from vanous traditions and studios, helps sexual minonty and HIV positive people find yoga classes that are specifically welcoming and/or experienced in address ing their special needs (www gayyogaportland com bart@ stonewaUschoolorg) (7/04) Queer Love Action Network and Directory (Q LAND) a HIV/STD prevention and wellness activist organization, meets at Ainsworth United Church of Chnst to plan how to encourage queer men to get their needs for fun. health and intimacy met m life-affirming ways (7-9 pm first and third Tuesday 2941 NE Ainsworth St 503 281 2076 bart&stonewaHschool org www gland org ) (7/04) Metro: Mental Health Portland GLBT Support Group helps people dealing with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and post traumatic stress disorder Lightly structured activities, group chats and em ail offer a safe environment (Jerry 503666-8059 portlandgfotsupportGyahoogroups com.) (7/04) YWCA o f G reater P ortland C ounseling C antor offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou ples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive environment Also offers a Sexual Minonties Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays (1111 SW lO thA ve 503 294 7440 H T /04) Metro: Recovery Extended Family hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland (5 30 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway) (7/04) Lunch Bunch hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at M etropolitan Community Church of Portland (Noon daily. I pm Sunday 2400 NE Broadw ay) (7/04) Live a n d Let Live C lub hosts daily 12-step meet mgs and monthly clean-and-sober activities for the queer recovery community (2940A SE Belmont St 503 2386091) (7/0A) Rainbow Recovery is an Al Anon group with a queer focus for those seeking to recover from the effects of someone else's dnnking Meets weekly at Bethlehem Lutheran Church (6 pm Thursday 1244 NE 39th A ve ) (7/04) Sex A d d icts Anonymous is a 12 step program for those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual onentation is welcome (503-452-5961 www portlandsaa o rg ) (7/04) Lesbian N aturalist N etw ork forming for women seriously interest ed m the natural history of birds, plants and ani mals to go out birding, botanizing, tracking, etc. and to explore the mean ing of what we see. (Beth 503-2267919.) n 704) Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) is a fun-loving group of women who enpy explonng ail aspects of the environ ment. Activities include turd watching, nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazing and an occasional “ lecture * No experience necessary. (645-8.30 pm second Thursday planning meeting Ann Bichmond 503-287-7124) (7/04) Lulu's Pervy Playhouse is a social group for self- identifying women who are Into S/M . Play parties are held on the second Saturday of the month (503-231-3992 lululistGexcite com. w w w spirelechcom /-aw ntie/luki him .) (7/04) i Over 40 is a smell social group that meets alter Metro: Sexual nate Thursday evenings (503 246-5795.) ( 7/04) The M ultnom ah C ounty Health Departm ent STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexual ly transm itted diseases, HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointment or walk in M ost insur anee plans accepted; sliding scale fee. Se habla español (9 am 5 pm Monday Fnday except I 5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark St 503 988 3 7 0 0 )( 7/04) Willamette Valley: Health W om *n *p a ce provides a confidential shelter for women and children who have been abused physically, sexually or emotionally; a 24-hour hot line and a drop-m advocacy cen ter for any victim of domestic violence Spanish speaking available Hosts to a lesbian and bi women's support group (Cnsis 800281 2800 Business 541 485 8232) (7/04) Willamette Valley: Recovery Eugene S ax A d d ict* Anonymous is a 12-step fel lowship for those who are suffenng from addictive sexu al behaviors Sexual onentation Is not an issue (541-342-5582 www eugenesaa com ) (7/04) N orthw est Gender A lliance is a social and support organization for cross-dressers and transsexuals. Monthly open meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928. Portland. OB 97208 503-6462802 www nwgwpdx.org.) (1/04) Oregon Men Enjoying N aturism is a social organi zation for gay male naturists/nudists. Potiuck social third Sunday of every month (omenpdx@yahoo.com. w w w geodtes.eom //om enpdx/) (7/04) Oregon Regional Gay and Nakad (ORGAN) is a social club for gay men who enjoy being nude Monthly potlucks and events Guests are invited to attend two events before deciding on membership, (PO Box 3152. Portland. OB 97293-3152 organjnfo@ organ-pdx.org. www organ-pdx org) (7/04) Metro: Arts & Music Bridge* Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while buldmg bridges and promoting understanding with the greater pubfcc. Honors and strives for dversrty n its members, music and audiences. (503-233-9554 bndgesvocalensembie@ yahoo com. community oregonlhe. com/cc/bndges ) (7/04) P ortland Gay M en'* C h o n » is open to singers, support members and volunteers. (503-226-2588. www.pdxgmc.org.) (7/04) P ortl and Laabian C h o ir is a nonauriboned commu Coqsure is a social group fo r people who were assigned a female sex at birth but identify otherwise (female-to-male. genderqueer, dreg kmg. etc.). First Sunday meetings are open to partners and families of any configuration (503-471-1515 groupsyahoo com/group/coqsure) (7/04) D yk* N ight Portland takes over a bar eveiy other Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday afternoon Sign up on the e-mail list at www technodyke.com/dykenight (dykemghtporttand@yahoo com.) (7/04) laabian social group lor women meets on the Saturday o f the month. 503-286-3575.) (7/04) (4-7 pm 503642-3360 or a potiuck the first Saturday of every month for women who love to cook. eat. meet new foends and share great food. (503-356-9552. jvrP p ce r com )(7 /0 4 ) Metro: Physical Recreation 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 downhill skiing, rafting and mountain biking (PO Box 2201. Portland. OB 972062201. 503-452-5680 www.adventuregroup.org.) (7/04) Amazon Dragons is a lesbian-focused competitive dragon boat racing club. Flecruiting new members m 2004. Work hard, meet new people, and have fun. (Eileen 503-762-4742 www.amarondragons org.H 7/04) Forest Group outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsible lo r providing their own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level All skill levels welcome. (Dawn and Tami 503-659-2782 n ccl l27@ hotmailcom. ww w geodtites.com /ncc 1127/forestpdx ) (7/04) Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Dense 503-654-3865. Lyrm 503-777-2339 kelrav@rdrop com. 3(7/04) POX Gourmet C hicks invites women over 30 meet for movies, dinners, games, camping, etc (http://groupsm sn.com /pdxgourm etchicks.) (1/04) at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance styles start the first Fnday o f each month. Also a monthly dance social (503 236-5129 out.dancing@yahoo.com) (7/04) A gay Pinochle Group invites others to play cards Sundays at Hobo's. (6 pm. 120 NW Third Ave Mike Portland Bisexual Woman is a support and discus sion group for bi and questioning women. Women of any age. race, ability or cultural origin are encouraged to attend. Topic discussion meetings second and fourth Fridays (portlandblwomen@comcast net ) (7/04) Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday for potiuck 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 (360-896-6665 plm@dtrecway com ) (7/04) P ortland M etro P rim * Timers Is a social group for Out Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples O utKayaking N orthw est is Portland's gay and les bian sea kayak group explonng nearby la k e l rivers and bays. (outkayakingnw@yahoo.com.H7 /04) P acific Coast Yacht C hib welcomes gay and le s bian sailboat and powerboat owners to cruise the Willamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating. (503-345-8523. pcydub@earthlink.net ) (7/04) Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling A ssociation is m 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. OB 972081002. 503-722-0438 bowipdx@aoi com. www.pdxbowt.com.HV04 ) mature gay men and those who appreciate them, com ing together for social, educational and cultural purpos es (PO Box 5 884. Portland. OB 97228 503286-4613 Whether you're a rawing novice or a seasoned marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcome gay, lesbian, bi and trans people of al abilities 'and interests. (Gary nfoO or 360-254-1718. pdxpnmetimers&yahoo com. www geocrtiescom/pdxpnmetimers) (7/04) (7/04) www.pkhoir.org.HV0A) FMm Fata l*» for single lesbians 35 and older who enjoy watching movies. (Fourth Saturday. 503-774-61 16.7(7/04) Reel Connection is a social gathering fo r gay men Fanny Ladl*» Tan and Poaay Society is a social Por tland S tate U niversity Queer s and A llies Portland Upstream is a swim team for the gay and les who are artists, w riters or musicians or vrfto pursue some creative activity M onthly potlucks on the second Friday. (Carf 503-284-2971 K 7 /0 4 ) group for lesbians 35 and older. They meet for a potiuck on the second Saturday o f each month. E-mail newslet ter is free on request (fetapsQaol com) (7/04) Roan C ity Gay Freedom Band provides an artistic Gay M editation Group is a casual. nonrekgwus group for gay and bi men to meet, meditate together and socialize (7.30 pm Tuesdays. Dean StdweH 503 997-6319 ) (7/04) offers educational and social programming to queer and nonqueer community on campus and beyond. Also helps w ith support and referral services for people of aII orientations. Non PSU students are welcome to attend activities and meetings (441A Smith Memorial bian community that offers coached workouts for a* s k i levels Come swim with the Pups and improve your health and techniques Practices are noon Sundays at Columbia Pool (7701 N Chatauqua Blvd. swimpdx@yahoo com. wwwgeocities.com/swimpdx) (7/04) nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers. (portlandk8biancholr@hotmail.com. outlet to queers and supportive friends o f varying musi cal sWI levels. Performs a variety o f styles from classical to contemporary in annual and special event concerts (503-790-2170 nfoOrcgtborg. www.rcgfb.org.) (7/04) Metro: General Asian l P acific l*la n d *r Leeb ien* and Gays is Gay M an's W rite r*' G roup is for fiction and nonfic tion w riters who create for publication or for pleasure. (Howard 503-235-7018 rgardensOeesystreei com ) im perial Sovereign Roe* C ourt o f Oregon is the oldest gay. lesbian, b and trans sobal/fund reisxtg organi zation xi the state o f Oregon Meetings ere the first two Mondays of each month, (www rosecourt org.) (7/04) a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders Activities ndude potlucks. recre ational outings and cultural events Friendly environment to meet and connect math other API. (PO Box 12661. Jew ish Gay M an'* G roup— call for meeting time Portland. OB 97232 aptg_pdjr@ yahoocom)(lt04) and piece Bad Girt» * a social and educational leather and B /D /S /M dub for self identified women with an empha sis on safety and education Workahope. discussions, events and parties Women o f a l orientations and prefer ences can connect and ask questions during the K inky Woman'» W *lcemlwg Munc h at 7 pm every second Tuesday (503-972-2233. www pdxbadpfs n e t) (1/04) Leather N ight and Red Hanky Social are the first and third Fnday o f each month at Gad's D irty Duck Tavern (9 pm-mdnight. 439 NW Third Ave 503-2244)446 'dustmOpanfier com) (7/04) C*» cnd* F lyer* are gay. lesbian and bi « ro to rs. both private and professorial, m W ashington. Oregon and southern British Columbia. Dinner meetmgs r Portland area (503-701 7922 casffyars@yahoo com. w wwgeocrtm com /casffyen) (7/0 4 ) (503246-5939 efraimlevi@aol com) (7/04) A peer facilitated Lesbian D iscussion A Social Group for women of any age meets fast and third Wednesdays to talk about changing topics <630-8 pm 800 NW Sixth Ave *253 5032274605 hghtonles- bos&yahoo com )(7 /0 4 ) The Lesbian Garden Club s a group of women who love gardens and gardening They exchange plants. Center. 1825 SW Broadway 503-7265681. queersandakes@mailpdxecki www.queersanda*iespdxedu.)(H04) Rose C ity D iscussion C hib the largest open pan sexual/attematrve sexuality club m the Northwest. i$ open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual Monthly meetings, work shops and newsletter (503972 1869. rcdcOtefeport com www rede org ) (7/04) Soyhoys is a fun. social gathering for gay and bi men who are interested in a healthy vegetarian or vegan Mestyie. A variety of activities and monthly potlucks on the last Friday. (veggkguys@aot com.HV04) Whet Am I Doing Here is a social group for les bians ages 40 to 55. (pennyitHGthefreesite com www whatam idornpfiere.nofhfe.net )(7 /0 4 ) porttanrfrontnmners org. www.portlandfrontnjnners.org.) Rosa CHy SoftbaH A ssociation is an adult softball league for the gay, lesbian, bi and trans community. We offer an open dwiston (co-ed) and a women's division We are affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance <503-552-4769 www portiandgaysoftbal com www nagaaorg) (7/04) chapter o f Women on Wheels, is a motorcycle club for all women who like to ride. We meet monthly at Jubitz, sponsor rtdxig clinics and take day trips (5 pm second Lesbian N etw ork o f C entral Oregon welcomes all lesbian, bi and trans women fo r monthly activities, including potlucks. dances and dramming circles (541-317-8457.) (7/0 4 ) Lasbigay G orge m eets the second Monday of every m onth at U nited Church o f C hrist in The Dalles. V isitors to the area welcom e. (7:30-0:30 pm. I l l EFifth St. 541-2983879or 541-506 2951. lesbigaygorge@charternet.) (7 /0 4 ) Southern Oregon: Social AbdHI-EMis Lambda Community Center plays host to social events and groups. Call for schedule. (717 Siskiyou Bhd . Ashland Mailing address PO Box 927. Ashland, OB 97520. 541-4886990. www.abddk.org.) (7/04) Gay Man's M ovie N ight is every second Friday at the Douglas County HIV Resource Center in Roseburg. (6.30 pm dessert potiuck. 7 pm movie. 832 Highland St. 541-440-2761.H T /04 ) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Frontrunner and W alkers is a queer fitness and social group in Eugene that meets every Saturday morn ing. (9 am 15th and Agate. Davis 541-345-1481 or S ade 5 4 1-683-2692.) (7/04) Eugene s GLBT Tannis Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon. W est 20th Avenue arid Polk Street. 541-687-9689. kfranken8@yahoo com .) (7/04) OUTdoor Group is a friendy. inclusive bunch of Eugene people who go biting, hiking, skating, mushroom hunting, ski ing, hot spnngKig and just about any other activity you can dream ip Occasional weekend camping. (Kim 541484-2147 ktms@efn.org www outdoorgroup.org.) (7/04) Wijjamette Valley: Social C apitol Forum is a gay/lesbian nonprofit social ser vice organization serving the mid-W illamette Valley (503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OB 97308-0663. www salem cf.org.) (7/0 4 ) C onfluence: The W illam ette V alley M ixed GALA C horus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Universaltst Congregation of Salem. (4-6 30 pm. 5090 Center S t NE 503-364 2370 conlluence@aol.com. wwwconfhjencechorus.org.) (7/04) Eugene's Gay M ovie N ight group gets together to view and discuss queer Nms (7 pm Thursday. kfrankenO&yahoocom.) (7/04) Lavender Womyn is a warm and friendy lesbian group xi Salem for support, fun and friendship Game nights, bowling, barbecues, bunco, camping, flag foot ball. etc. (Kim 503581-5102. wwwlavenderwomyn.com.) (7/04) Rosatown Ramblers. Portland s gay and lesbian Lesbian Dance C lub o f Eugene teaches ongoing ballroom dance lessons (8usetynd@yahoo com .H V 04) square dance dub. dances at mainstream and plus lev els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OB 97228-5352 www rosetownramblers com. ) (7/04) Lesbian Sawing C ircle meets in the Corvallis area to eat. chat and work on projects of all kinds (Diane 541-513-2754 ) (l/0 4 ) RoundsAbout Portland offers social dancing class es. including cued waltz and two-step in rounds Singles and couples welcome (Patty 503-234- 7868. Bob 503-231 -5135 pattyfrenchS 7@hotma4 com) (7/04) M arion be rry Salon meets monthly m Salem for potlucks and discussion of books touching on the gay/lesbian/bi expenence (Cary 503-363-6036 manonberrysalon@aol com .) (7/04) Taam Tennis meets Sundays at Untversity of Rainbow Kennel C hib offers a chance to get Portland All levels o f play welcome First time Is free Women of the Rivers, the Portland/Vancouver Monthly dinners, annual barbecue and holiday parties. (541-312-8881 )(1 /0 4 ) The Gay Women's G otf Group welcomes all levels of players ( www.turfgirlz.com .HT/04) POX Woman Riders share a love of motorcycling. Alt women, bike types and skill levels welcome Let's all get out and ride together1 (viragpvyxyn@yahoo.com. groups yahoo.com/group/pdxwomenrider8.) (7/04) •5 0 3 203-8426 ) (1/04) SOCIAL PHOTO BY OWEN outreach seeds, advice and encour agement while havxig a good time. C ai or e-mail for a copy of the newstet ter and information about upcoming events. (Kathe 503-909-2002 lgc@spmtone.com )(7 /0 4 ) (8.30 am-noon 503- 7369058 or 503-282 7210 rayscoltvwa&yahoo com.) (7/04) together with other gay men and lesbians and their dogs m Eugene (Bonnie 541-683-2793 7(7/04) Together W orks is a confidential group in Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way vmrw.havanet.com/chama/wxjw 7(7/04) Central Oregon: Social Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange holds Social group lor gey and b i man in central Oregon. McMirmvifie for queers and their friends to get together for social events and discussions of topics o f mutual interest M eets second and fourth Mondays at First Baptist Church. (7 pm 125 SE Cowls S t Don 503-4346266 H T /04)
