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outreach
HEALTH
Metro: Anti-violence
B ra d le y A n g le H o u se provides emergency shelter
for woman-identified dom estic 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) (7/04)
C la c k a m a s W o m a n 's S e rv ic e s offers shelter, sup
port and resource referral to survivors of dom estic and
sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly
W heelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls
accepted (Office 503 722 2366 CnsisUne
503-654 2288) (7/04)
P o rtla n d W o m e n 's C r is is L in e operates a 24-hour
cn s« ntervention hotline for survivors of dom estic and
sexual violence and provides information and referrals
for shelter, counseling, support groups and community
education Foreign language translation available
(503-235-5333 or 888235-5333
www urutedway-pdx.org/family/pdxwomen.html.) (7/04)
S to p A b u s e fo r E v e ry o n e ( S A F B provides
resources for sexual minorities who fall through the
cracks of traditional dom estic violence services (PO Box
951. Tualatin. OB 97062 www safe4aUorg.) (7/04)
Metro: Health
P o rtla n d G L B T Q Y o g a A llia n c e a group of teach
ers from various traditions and studios, helps sexual
minority and HIV-positive people find yoga classes that
are specifically welcoming and/or experienced m address
ng their special needs (www gayyogaportland corn
bart&stonewaUschool org) (7/04)
Q u e e r L o v e A c tio n N e tw o rk fo r D is c o v e ry
(Q -L A N D ) seeks to stop HIV, STD s and other epi
dem ics disproportionately affecting men who love men
by assuring values of fun. love, affirmation and wellness
are expressed in abundance in existing queer men's
social venues M onthly massage exchange, match
making party and men's dance jam. (503-2238822
mfoQqlandorg www glandorg.) (7/04)
Metro: Mental Health
P o rtla n d G L B T S u p p o rt G ro u p helps people deal
ing with mental health issues such as depression, anxi
ety and post traumatic stress disorder Lightly struc
tured activities, group chats and e-mail offer a safe envi
ronment (Jerry 503-666 8059
porttendgbtsupport&yahoogroups com.) (7/04)
Y W C A o f G re a te r P o rtla n d C o u n s e lin g C e n te r
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou
ples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive
SOCIAL
Metro: Arts & Music
B rid g e t V o c a l En s e m ble seeks to empower and
inspire the gay, lesbian and bisexual community while budd
ing bodges and promoting understanding with the greeter
public. Honors and strives for cSversfty in Its members,
music and audiences (503-233-9654.
bndgesvocalenaembleQyahoo.com
cotmtunlty.oregontee.com/cc/bridgeaJ (7/04)
P s it liiir i G a y M a n 's C h o re s is open to singers,
support members and volunteers. <5 03-226-2588.
wwwpdxgmcorg.) (7/04)
P o r th n d L a a b ia n C k o b is a nonaudffloned commu
nity c h a r that w elcom es singers, supportive members
and volunteers (portlwdtesbtancholiQhotinBil.com
environment A lso offers a Sexual Mmonties Women
Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma
Survivor Support Group on W ednesdays (1111 SW
10th Ave 503 294 7440 )0/04)
Metro: Recovery
E xten d e d F a m ily hosts queer fnendy Alcoholes
Anonymous meetings at Metropottan Community Church
of Portland (5:30 pm duly 2400 NE Broadway ) (7/04)
L u n ch B u n c h hosts queer friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (Noon daily. I pm Sunday 2400 NE
Broadway 3 (7/04)
L iv e a n d L e t L iv e C lu b hosts daily f2 step meet
ir.gs and monthly clean and sober activities for the
queer recovery community (2940A SE Belmont St.
5032388091) (7/04)
R a in b o w R e c o v e ry is an A l Anon group with a queer
focus for those seelung to recover from the effects of
someone etee s drinking M eets weekly at Bethlehem
Lutheran Church. (6 pm Thursday 1244 NE 39th Ave )
(7/04)
S e x A d d ic ts A n o n y m o u s is a 12 step program for
those suffenng from a d d itiv e sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual orientation is welcome
(503-452-5961 www portlandsaa org.) (7/04)
Metro: Sexual
The M u ltn o m a h C o u n ty H e a lth D e p a rtm e n t
S T D P ro g ra m offers testing and treatment for sexual
ly transmitted diseases. HIV testng and hepatitis A and
B vaccinations By appontment or walk-in. M ost insur
ance plans accepted; skkng scale fee. Se habla
espahol (9 am-5 pm Monday Friday except 1-5 pm
Wednesday Sixth Floor. 426 SW Stark St
503 988 3700) (T704)
Willamette Valley: Health
W o m e n sp 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-in
advocacy center for any victim of dom estic violence
Spanish speaking avaiable Hosts to a lesbian and bi
women's support group. (Crisis: 800-281-2800
Business 541-4888232) (7/04)
Willamette Valley: Recovery
E u g e n e S e x A d d ic ts A n o n y m o u s is a 12-step fei-
low shp for those who are suffenng from addictive sexu
al behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue
(541-342-5582. www eugenesaa.com.) (7/04)
area. (503-701 7922. casffyersQfehoo.com
wwwgooatte9.com /cadfyiraJ (7/04)
C c ge a rs a a s e n d group for people who were
assigned a female sex a t birth but identfy otherwise
(female-to-maia. genderqueer. drag king. e tc). First
Sunday meetings are open to partners and ta m ie s of
any configuration (503-471-1515.
<foups.yehoo.com/group/ooqsure.) (7/04)
D y k e M g h t P o r tla o ri takes over a bar every other
Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sundey
afternoon. S $ n qp On the e-m ei ta t at
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ktykenghtporttendQyahoo.comJ (7/04)
3 0 * fo r t h » s a r inf y a m for women m eets on the
third Saturdey o f the month. (4-7 pm. 5038423386 or
503-2863575.) (7/04)
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F ik s F a ta le e . for single lesbians 35 and oider who
enjoy watching m ods*, ffw a ffr Saturday
B a a l C o a a a (M a n is a social gathering for gay men
who are artists, w riters or m usicians or who pursue
som e creative activity M onthly potlucka on the second
Friday (Cert 503284-29713(7 fa )
503-77481163(7/04)
R o s a C X y G a y F re e d o m R a n d provides an artistic
outlet to queers and supportive friends o f varying musi
cal s k i levels. Perform s a variety o f styles from classical
to contemporary m annual and special event concerts.
( 503-790-2170. mfoQrcgAf.org www re g iii.o rg ) (7/04)
Metro: General
A s la n A P a c ific le la n d a r L e e b b m s s a d G a y s ia
a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian
and Pacific Wanders Actuates indude potiucks, recre
ational outings and cultural events Friend^ environment
to meet and connect with other API. (PO Box 12861.
Portland. OB 97232 apigjxhQyahocxccxn) (7/04)
■ a d C tiria is a social and educational leather and
B /D /S /M dub for seif identified women with an empha
sis on safety and education. W orkshops, ctecussiorw.
events end parties Women o f r i orientations and prefer
enoes can connect and ask questions during the K in k y
N e m a n 's U M a a n d n g M n n a b s t 7 pm every second
Tuesday. (S089722233 wwwptbteedgdand.) (7/04)
C a s e e d s R y t r s are gay. lesbian and bi svkrtors. both
p fM m ana professional »1 w asiw igioft, Oregon ana
southern British Colum txs. Dinner m eetings in Portland
F u n n y L o d fo o T a n a n d P e n n y S e c b t y is a social
group for lesbw ra 35 and okier. They meet for a potiuck
on the second Saturday o f each month E-ma 8 news
letter te free on request (AttapaQaol.com.) (7/04)
G a y M id k a d o * C re e p « a casual, nonretgious
group for gay and bi men to m eet m ediate together
and soctafce. (7:30 pm Tuesday». Dean Sxtwetl
50399783193(7/04)
G a y M a n 's W rR s as ' C h e a p is for fiction and non-
fichon w riters who create for puM cerion o r for pleasure.
(Howard503235-7018. tganknsQamvaireet.com.)
oldest gay. teem n, n and tre m a a e w w id ra m n g organi
zation in the state o f Oregon. M eetings are toe fir« two
Mondays of each month, (w w w rosew xxf org.) (7/04)
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com. www.nagaa.orgJ (7/04)
(L E N S ) is a fun-loving 90 x 4 ) of women who
enjoy exploring ail aspects of the environment.
Activities include bird watetwig, nature walks,
archaeology, camping, kayaking, star gazmg and
an occasional "lecture. ’ No experience neces
sary (6 488:30 pm second Thursday planning
meeting. Ann Richmond 503-287-71243 (7/04)
, Portland's gay and lee-
bten square dance club, dances at mafoatreem
and plus levels (PO Box 5352. Portland OB
97228-5352 www rosetownmmbtera.com.)
(7/04)
R o u n d a A b o u t P o et is e d offers social dancing
H asses, inducing cued waltz and two-step «
rounds Singles and couples welcome. (Party
The L e s b ia n G a rd e n C lu b is a group of
women who love gardens and gardening. They
exchange plants, seeds, advice and encourage
ment while hevmg a good time C a l o r e-mail for
a copy o f the new sletter and inform ation about
upcoming events (Kathe 503-909-2002
IgcQepiritone.com.) (7/04)
503-234 7868. Bob 503231-5135.
partyfrench57Qhotma/com.) (7/04)
T eem T e n n is meets Sundays at U niversity of
Portland AS levels o f play welcom e. First lim e is
free (8.30 am-noon. 503 735-9058 or
503282-7210 rayscottvwaQyahoocom.) (7/04)
i form ing for
women seriously interested In the natural history
of butte, plants and animals to go out bmfing.
botanizing, tracking, etc. and to explore the
meaning of what we see (Beth 5032267919.)
(7/04)
Central Oregon: Social
Social group for g « y a n d b i « e u in central
Oregon Monthly dfortere, annual barbecue and
holiday parties (54191298813( 7/04)
L e s b ia n s w ith B ay s e s is a social group fof
intellectual women and those who want to meet
them. M eets first and third Saturdays at Dfogos
16:30 pm. 4612 SE Hawthorne 8 M
5033078982 Join kdseAr at
L * M m Network of Ciw lfil OflQM
w elcom es afl lesbian, bi » id trans woman for
monthly activities, including potiucks, dances
and dram m ingctreies. (541-317-845730/04)
LesbtanswDegiees-sub9crteaQydteogrotjp6.com.)
(7/04)
L e w is « d a r k C o rte g e 's U n ite d
S e x u a lit ie s is a student-run queer-straight
afatnre open to members o f the larger Portland
community, asp e o a ly students. (ueQdcark.edu
www.klark.edu/~us3 (7/04)
L e e b ig a y G o rg e m eets ¡he second M onday
of eveiy month at United Church o f Chnst in The
D ale s V isitors to the area welcome.
(7309:30pm . I ll E F m $ t 541-2963879or
541-5062951. lesbigaygotgeQcharter.net.)
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L u te 's P e rs y P te y b o u s s is a social group for
self-identifying women who are into S /M , Play
parties are held on the second Saturday o f the
month. (5 03231-3992. kjM stQexdte com
wwwspiretech.com/~Bwntie./lulu.km .) (7/04)
Southern Oregon: Social
M e « O v e r 4 0 & a s m ri soo al group that meets
alternate Thursday evenings (503-24637953
(7/04)
»is a social » id
support organization for cross-dressers and trans
sexuals. M onthly open meetings end socials.
(PO Box 4928. Ported , OB 97208 503-5339787.
www.rrwgapdx.cm3O/04)
! a social organi
zation for gay male natonsts/nudsts. Potiuck social
thud Sunday of every month. (omenpdxQydteo.com.
www.geodtes com//omenpdxJ 0/04)
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potiucks am i events. G uests are invited to attend two
events before derating on membership. (PO Box 3152,
Portland, OB 97293-3152. organJnfoQorgan-pdxotg.
www.organ-pdx.org.) (7/04)
P P X W om en B id e ts share a love o f m otorcycling.
AH women, b&e types and skill levels welcome. Let's all
gel out and ride together! (<4ragovyxynQyehoo.com
groups.ydteo.com/group/ptkwommiders.) (7/04)
P O X G o u rm e t O d d is invites women older than 30
meet for movies, cfemers, games, camping, etc.
(groups.trm com/pdxgourmetchicks.) 0/04)
_ t P h w e b fo G ro u p invites others to ptey cards
Sundays at Hobo's. (6 pm. 120 NW Third Ave. Mike
503-2039426) (7/04)
P o r tla n d B is e x u a l W o m an is a support and d is
cussion group for bi and questioning women. Women
of any age. race, ab&ty or cultural origin are encour
aged to attend. Topic discussion m eetings second and
fourth Fridays.
(7/04)
1 meet every second Saturday
for potiuck and soctatong. M eet men into a leather
lifestyle and keep abreast o f leather happenings N o
d ie s , no formal organization, no officers o r board. just
ieather sociafeation for the past 20 years.
(3609969665 phnOdtrecway.comJ 0/04)
P o rt la n d M a b ro P r im s Th n o r e is a social group
fo r m ature gay m en » id those who appreciate them,
com ing together for »octal, educational and cultural
purposes. (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228.
5032869613 or 360-254 - 1718.
pdxphmebtner 9 Qyahoo.com.
www geocttte9.com/pdxpnmebmere.) (7/04)
F s r t k ia d S h rta U n iw m ity ^ jtiw rs flMsdl A H Iw
offers educational and social programming to queer and
nonqueer community on campus and beyond. Also
helps with support and referral services for people o f a i
orientations. Non-PSU students are welcom e to attend
activities and meetings. (441A Smith Memorial Center.
1825 SW Broadway 503725-5681
gueersanddhesQmaSpdxedu.
www queersanddtea.pdx edu.) (7/04)
Ih m o C it y D ISBCC a lp s C lu b , the largest open pan-
sexual/aitematrve sexuality dub in the Northwest, is
open to a* orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are
safe, sane and consensual. Monthly meetings, w ork
shops and newsletter. (503972-1869.
tcdcQteteport com www ra te org.) (7/04)
S o y b o y s is a fun, s o c ri gathering for gay and bi men
who are interested n a healthy vegetarian or vegan
lifestyle. A variety of activities and monthly potiucks on
the lest Friday. (veggteguyaQaol.comJ (7/04)
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chapter r i Women on W horie. is a m otorcyde cki> far
r i women who Ito lo ride. W e m e ri m onthlf r i Ju h te
sponaorndfog etnea and tato day Wpe. (5 pm secanti
Sunctey 10310 N Vancouver Way
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a potiuck the fust Saturday o f every month for women
who love to cook, eat, meet new friends and share
greet food. (5033569552. jvrQ pcezcom )0/04)
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schedule (717 Siskfyou Bhr) Ashland Maéng
address. PO Box 927. Addend. OR 97520.
541 -4889990 wwwabde6a.org) (7/04)
Gary M o n 's M o u le N ig h t is every second
Friday r i d » Douglas County HfV Resource Center in
Roseburg (6:30 pm dessert potiuck, 7 pm movie. 832
HightertdSl. 541-440-27613(7/04)
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Metro: Physical Recreation
A d s o a tu ro C r o n y . Portland's gey anti lesbian out
doors group, organizes a variety o f activities year round,
including hiking, walking, museum and garden tow s,
cross-country and dowrfoA slang. rafting and mountain
biking (PO Box 2201. Portland, OR 972062201.
503-452-5680. www.adventuregroup.org3 (7/04i
A m a zo n D ra g o « » te a lesb àn-fooised com petitive
dragon boat racing dub. Recruiting new members in
2004. W ork herd, m e ri new people » id have ton. (Ben
503-2829744. www.amazondragons.org) W 04)
F o re s t G ro u p outings are cooperative adventures fof
women. Participants are responsible for pravidfog their
own equipment and choosing outings appropriate fry
then s k i » id fitness level. A I s k i levels welcome.
(Dawn and Tarn 503689-2782. ned 127Qhotmml.com.
www.geotMea.com/ncc 1127/forestpdx ) (7/04)
Willamette Valley.
Physical Recreation
F ro n tru n n e r a n d W a tim rs is a queer fitness and
social y o u p m Eugene that m eets every Saturday mom-
fog. (9 am. 15th and Agate. Daws 541-3461481 or
Sadie 541-6832692) (7 fa )
Eugene's G L B T T e n n is G ro u p m eets every Saturday
and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon. W ed 20th
Avenue end Polk Street 541987-9689.
kfranken8Qyahoo.com.) (7/04)
O U T d o o r G ro u p is a friendly, inclusive bunch of
Eugene people who go bikmg. hiking, skating, mush
room hunting, eking, hot springing and just about any
other activity you can dream up. O ccasional w eekend,
camping. (Kim 541-484-2147 kmsQete.org.
www outdoorgroup org.) (7/04)
The G o y W o m a n 's G o t i G ro u p w elcom es a i levels
of players, (w w w .tudgdt.com ) (7/04)
L o s M o n E q u e s trian G ro u p gets together for
equestrian actM bes in the Pacific Northwest. (D ense
503654-3865. Lynn 503777-2339 kdravQrdmp.com.)
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O u t D a n c in g teaches dancing for sam e-sex couples
at Ankeny Street S to rio . C lasees for different rtence
8 tytes start the first Friday of each month. A lso e
m oodily dance social. (5032365129
out_ dancingQyahoo. com) (7 /04)
O u tK s y s k ln g N o rtb w e e t is Portland's gayand les-
ben sea kayak group exploring the lakes, rivers and
beys of the area (www.odkayetengnw.com.) (7/04)
gay men interested fo teenrwig to play o r helping on die
8 *ieSnes. (www evdanchenjgby.com.) (T104)
P a c if ic C o a c t Y a c h t C lu b w elcom es gay » id les
bian saitooat and powerboat owners to cru se d ie
Witiamette River. C d u n ix a River a id Multnomah
Channel Prom otes good fetow sN p and safe boating
(503-34S9S23. pcydubOeerth' -• net.) (7/04)
A s s o c ia tio n is in its 26th season! M eets Sundays at
Hollywood Lanes. Drop-foe welcom e anytime. (3 30pm.
4030 NE Halsey S t MaAng address: PO Box 80002.
Portland. OR 97208-1002 503 722-0438
bowtedxQaol.com. wwwptbteowl.com.HT/04)
W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner, P o rtla n d F re n tre n n o re welcom e gay.
lesbian, hi and trans people of r i abffibes a id interests
(Gary inteQporttendfrontn 1 nner 3 .org.
www porttendhontnjnners org.) (7/04)
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levds. Come swim wdhfhe Pupe and foiproveyour health
and techniques. Practice» are noon Sundays at Columbia
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ice organization serving the rrad-WiHamette \fciey.
(503-3630006. PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97306-0663.
www satem eforg) (7/04)
G A L A C h a re s rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Univereafeit Congregation o f Salem (49:30pm. 5090
Center St. NE. 503-364-2370. conffuenceQeoLcom.
www.coofhjencechonjs.org) (7/04)
Eugene's G ay M m rio N ig h t group g e ts together to
view and tfe o » s queer film s (7 pm Thursday-
kfrankenBQyahoooom.) (7/04)
i « a warm and fitend y leatxan
group in Salem for support, fun and friendship. Gam e
nights, bow ing, barbecues, bunco, cam ping, flag foot
ban, etc (Km 503-581-5102
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1 teaches ongoing
bedroom dance lessons tsusdyndQyahoooom.) (7/04)
L e s b ia n S o w in g C ir c le m eets fo d ie C orvaSs area
to eat. chat and work on projects o f r i kinds (Diane
541-513-27543(7/04)
1 m eets monthly m Salem for
potiucks and dtscu sscn of books touching on the
gay/teebian/bi experience (Cary- 5039636036
manonberrysdonQaol.com) (7/04)
R a in b o w K s n n i l C lu b offers a chance to get
together with other gay men and lesbians and their
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503434-62663(7/04)