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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
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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)