32 jUSt OUt ' July Z 2004
Rosetown Ramblers Portlands gay and
Wednesdays to talk dxxrt changing topes
(6 30-8 pm 800 NW Sixth Ave 4253.
503-227-0605 nghtunlesbosOyfhoo.com.)
(7/04)
HEALTH
Metro: Anti-violence
Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for
woman identified domestic violence survivors and a sup
port group for women battered by women Also provides
individual support and advocacy for queer youth of all gen
ders who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual
abuse Free, confidential and safe (Kamron
kamrong&jradleyangleorg.) (7/04)
Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter, sup
port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and
sexual violence Lesbian b< and trans fnendly Wheelchair
accessible TTD relay calls and collect calls accepted
(Office 503-7222366 Cnsis Line 503654-22881(7/04)
Portland Women's Crisis Lina operates a 24-hour
crisis 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
(503-235-5333 or 888-235-5333
www umtedway-pdxorg/family/pdxwomenhtml1 (7/04)
Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides
resources for sexual minonties who fall through the
cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box
951. Tualatin. OR 97062 www safe4al org.) (7/05)
Metro: Health
Planned Parenthood of the
Columbia/Willamette provides confidential and
affordable sexual and reproductive health care, including
STD testing and treatment. 20-minute anonymous HIV
tests, annual exams and condoms. Sliding-fees, insur
anee welcomed Se habla español Health centers in
Southeast and Northeast Portland. Gresham.
Beaverton. Vancouver, Salmon Creek. Salem and Bend
(800-230-7526. www ppeworg.)(7 /05)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of teach
ers from various traditions and studios, helps sexual
mmonty and HIV-positive people find yoga classes that
are specifically welcoming and/or experienced m address
ing their special needs (www gayyogaportland com
bartQstonewallschool org 1 (7/04)
Lesbians Enjoying Nature and
Science (LENS) is a fun-foving group of
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
10th Ave 503-294-7440.) (7/04)
Extended Family hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community Church
of Portland (530 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway 1(7/04)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer-fnendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland. (Noon daily, 1 pm Sunday 2400 NE
Broadway 1(7/04)
Live and Let Live Club hosts daily 12-step meet
ings and monthly clean-and-sober activities for the
queer recovery community (2940A SE Belmont St
503-238-60911(7/04)
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 Ave )
(7/04)
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for
is Oregon's only alcohol and drug addiction treatment
program specifically for the queer community Safe,
respectful, confidential and effective since 1986
(503-224-0075 www asaptx org) (7/05)
Metro: Sexual
The Multnomah County Health Department STD
Program offers testing and treatment for sexually trans
mitted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vacci
nations By appointment or walk-in Most insurance plans
accepted: sliding-scale fee Se habla espanol (9 am-5 pm
Monday-Friday except 1-5 pm Wednesday Sixth Floor.
426 SW Stark St 503-988 3700 ) (7/04)
Lesbian« with Degrees is a social group
for intellectual women and those who want to
meet them Meets first and third Saturdays at
Dmgos (6.30 pm. 4612 SE Hawthorne BM
503-307-8982. Join bstserv at
LesbianswDegrees-subschbeQ
yahoogroupscom) (7/04)
Lesbigay Gorge meets the second
Monday of every month at United Church of
Christ in The Dalles. Visitors to the area
welcome. (730-830pm 111 EFifth St
541-298-3879 or 541-506-2951
¡esbrgaygotgeQcharter.net) (7/04)
Sexualities is a student ran queer straight
alliance open to members of foe larger
Portland community, espec^r students
(usQlclcark.edu. www.ldark.edu/~us.)(7/04)
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou-
SOCIAL
Metro: Arts & Music
Eugene Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step fel
for self-identifying women who are mto S/M
Play parties are held on the second Saturday
of the month. (503-231-3992. ¡uluhstOexcite com.
www spiretech.com/~awntie/kilujitm.) (7/04)
Moo Over 40 is a small, eocefiy suppotive group
that meets first aid ttwd Thursdays (503-246-5795.)
(7/05)
Northwest Gender Affiance is a social and support
organization for cross-dressets and transsexuals.
Monthly open meetings and socials. (PO Box 4928.
Portland. OR 97208 503-5338787.
www nwgapdx. com.) (7/04)
inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while
building badges 3nd promoting under standing with the
greater public Honors and strives for tfecrarty m its
members, music and audiences (503-2339554
brdgew'xaMsembleQyahoo.com
community oregonive com'cc/bndges ) (7/04)
can connect and ask questions dunng the Kinky
Women’s Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second
private and professional, in Washington Oregon and
southern British Columbia Dinner meetings m Portland
area. (503-701-7922 casfiyensQyahoo com
www geocities com/casflyers) (7/04)
support members and volunteers (503-226 2588
www pdxgmc org 1(7/04)
Portland Lesbian Choir is 8 nonauditioned commu
Dyke Night Portland takes over a bar every other
nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members
and volunteers. (portlancfesbianchc’kQhctmad com.
www.ptchotr.org) (7/04)
Saturday night and a coffeehouse every other Sunday after
noon Sign up on the e-mail kst at www technodyke com/
dykenight (dykenqhtportlandQyahoo com.) (7/04)
Reel Connection is a social gathering for gay
50+ lesbian social group for women meets on the
who are artists, writers or musicians or who pursue
3ome creative activity Monthly potlucks on the second
Friday (Carl 503 284-2971. 7(7/04)
third Saturday of the month (4- 7 pm 503-6423360 or
503286-3575 7(7/04)
Rose City Gay Freedom Band provides an artistic
enjoy watching movies (Fourth Saturday
503-774-61(6) (7/04)
outlet to queers and supportive fnends of varying mu®
cal skill k-vele. Performs a variety of styles from classi
cal to contemporary m annual and special event con
certs (503-790-2170 •nfoQrcqfb.org www regfb org.)
(7/CM)
Film Fatales for single lesbians 35 end older who
Funny Ladies Tea and Posey Society r$ a social
group for lesfxans 35 and okter They meet for a potluck
on the second Saturday of each month E-mail news
letter is free on rerjuest (fatapsQaol com 1 (7/041
Imperial Sovereign Rose Court of Oregon is the
Metro: General
Arie« * Pacific Wander Lssbiaas and Gays «
a Xrtproft community voce for gay. lestxan and b Ason
and Pxrjfrc Manders. Acwoe* ndude potocks. ret/e
-riand outnga and aAwri events Fnendy enwronment
io meet and cornu w* either AR
Bex 12661.
Poland. OR 97232. apiqjxixQyMxi com 1(7/04)
■adGMew a socri and wkcakorW taerier and
B/DrSM crib for «f -drafted «noon w* an empteus
on safety and «focsOon Yforiohcpc. dawawons. events
arvfpertes Afomen of af orenauons and preferences
All women, bike types and skill levels welcome. Let's a#
get out and ride together! (viragovyxynQyahoo.com
groups.yahoo.com/grouprpdxwomeniiders ) (7/04)
A gay Pinochle Gro«q> invites others to play cards
Sundays at Hobd's (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave. Mike
503-203-8426.) (7/04)
Coqsure is a social group for people who were
assigned a female sex at birth but identify otherwise
(femafe-to-male genderqueer. drag kmg. etc) First
Sunday n«etmgs are open to partners and families of
any configuration. (503-471-1515.
groups yahoo, com/^oup'coqsure ’(7/04)
Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to sogers,
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. OR 97293-3152. organ_infoQorgan-pdx.org.
www.iirgan-pdx.org) (7/04)
PDX Gourmet Chicks invites women older than 30
meet for movies, dinners, games camping, etc.
(groups man com/pdxgourrnetchicks.) (7/04)
Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both
Bridge« Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and
Oregon Regional Gay and Naked (ORGAN) is a
lowship for those who are suffenng from addictive sexu
al behaviors Sexual orientation is not an issue
(541-342-5582 www eugenesaa com.) (7/04)
Tuesday. (503972-2233. www pdxbadgds net.) (7/04)
oldest gay. ¡esban bi and trang social/fund-raising orgar»
zator ai the state of Oregon Meetings are the first two
Mondays of eact' month (www rosecourtorg .7(7/04)
Jewish Gay Men's Group - a for meeting time
and piece (503-246-5939 eframievtQaolcom 7(7/04)
Southern Oregon: Social
AbdM-EMs Lambda Community Center
Lulu’s Pervy Playhouse « a social group
PDX Women Riders share a love of motorcycling.
Willamette Valley: Recovery
Lesbian Network of Central Oregon
welcomes all lesbian, bi and hans women for
monthly activities, including potlucks, dances
and drumming circles. (541-317-8457.)
(7/04)
zation for gay male natunsts/nutfrsls. Potluck soda!
third Sunday of every month. (omenpdxQyahoo com.
www geocitescom//omenpdx.) (7/04)
Portland GLBT Support Group 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
portlandglbtsupportQyahoogroups com ) (7/04)
Social group for gay and bi men in central
Oregon Monthly doners, annual barbecue and
holidayparties (541-3128881 7(7/04)
women seriously interested in the natural his
tory of birds, plants and animals to go out
birding, botanizing, tracking, etc. and to
explore the meaning of what we see (Beth
503-22&7919K7/04)
disproportionately affecting men who love men by assur
ing values of fun. love, affirmation and wellness are
expressed m abundance in existing queer men's social
venues Monthly matchmaking party and men's dance jam
(503-223-8822 mfoQqland org www gland org ) (7/04)
Metro: Mental Health
Central Oregon: Social
Lesbian Naturalist Network forming for
Oregon Men Enjoying Naturtan is a social organi
Womenspace 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 domestic violence
Spanish speaking available Hosts to a lesbian and bi
women's support group (Cnsis 800 281-2800
Business: 541-485-8232) (7/04)
Portland. A3 levels of play welcome. First time
is free, subsequent times are $3. Please join
us! (8am-noon 503-516-8329.
teampordandte'inis&yjhoo com1 (7/05)
The Lesbian Garden Club is a grot#) of
women who love gardens and gardening
They exchange plants, seeds, advice and
encouragement whde having a good time,
or e-mail for a copy ci the newsletter and
information about upcoming events (Kathe
503-9092002 lqc@spaitone.com.) (7/04)
(Q-LAND) seeks to stop HIV STDs and other epidemics
Willamette Valley: Health
Team Tennis meets Sundays at University of
Lewis ft Clark College’s United
*
The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Services
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
RoundsAbout Portland offers social dat
ing classes, including cued waltz and two-step
in rounds. Singles and couples welcome (Patty
503234 7868 Bob 503-231-5135.
pattyfrench57QhOtmai.com.) (7/04)
women who enjoy exploring all aspects of foe
environment Activities include bird watching,
nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking
star gazing and an occasional ‘lecture " No
experience necessary. (6:45-8:30 pm second
Thursday planning meeting. Ann Richmond
5O3287-?124)(7/OA)
Metro: Recovery
those suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual orientation is welcome
(503-452-5961 www portlandsaa org.) (7/04)
lesbian square dance club, dances at man
stream and plus levels (PO Box 5352.
Portland. OR 97228-5352
www rosetownmmbieis com ’ (7/04)
sponsor nring eWcs and take day trips (5 pm second
Sunday. 10310 N Vancouver Way.
www hevtsnetcom/chama/wow.) (7/04)
ffnmse Who Cook and ftxctps F ~hnnj>
a potluck the first Saturday of every month for women
who love to cook. eat. meet new friends and stere
great food (503356-9552. fvrQpcez.com.)(7/04)
son group for bi and questioning women Women of
any age. race, ability or cultural origin are encouraged to
attend Topjic discussion meetings second and fourth
Fridays (portMrtywomenQcomcast net.)(7/04)
Physical Recreation
Adventure Group organizes a variety of activities
year round mefudmg hiking, walking, museum and gar
den tours cross country aid downhill sknng. raffing and
mountain Wung (PO Box 2201, Portland Ofi
97208-2201 www.adventuregpoup.org.) (7104)
Froetrammw and Wultsrs is a queer fitness and
Amaton Dragon* is a lesbian-focused competitive
dragon boat racing dub Recruiting new members in
2004. Work hard, meet new people and have fun (Eien
503282-6744. www amatondragons org.) (7/04)
The FOREST Group outings are cooperative adventures
for women Partapantg ere responable for providing their
own equipment and choosing outings ^jpropnaie for their
ska and fitness level. A8 skfi levels welcome. (Dawn and
Taml 503-659-2782 ncc1127Qhotmai com.) (7/04)
Eugene's GLBT Tewds Group meets every Saturday
and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon. West 20th
Avenue arid Polk Street 541 687 9689
kfranken8Qyehoo.com.) (T/04)
OUTdoor Group is a friendly, inclusive bunch of
Eugene people who go btkmg. hiking, skating, mush
room hunting, skiing, hot ponging and just about any
otlier activity you can dream up. Occasional weekend
Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian
activities r the Pacific Northwest (Denise 503654-3865.
Lynn 503-777-2339 kelravQrdrtipcom.)H/04)
at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance
styles start the first Friday of each month Also a
monthly dance social (503-23&5129.
out dancmgQyahoo.com) (7/04)
bian sea kayak groq) exploring the lakes, rivers and
bays of the area, (www outkayakmgnw.com.) (7/04)
Earthed hmlurti Rugby FboftM Ctab« for
gey men interested n learning to play or helping on the
sidefines. (www.avelarKhenjgby com ) «7/04)
Willamette Valley: Social
Capitol Forum s a gay/lesbian nonprofit social ser
vice organization serving the mid-Willamette Valley.
(503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97308-0663
www.$alemcforg.)(7/04)
Confiuuucm The WShMastts Valley Mixed
GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Universabt Congregation d Salem. (4-6:30 pm 5090
Center St. NE 503-364-2370 confluenceQaol.com
wwwconfluencechorus org.) (7/04)
Eugene's Gay Moria Night group gets together to
view and discuss queer films. (7 pm Thursday
kfranken8Qyehoo.com.) (7/04)
- _......l
Lavandar Wonryn is a warm and friendly lesbian
grot#> ri Salem for support, fun and friendship Game
nights, bowtag. barbecues bunco, canpmg. flag foot
be#, etc. (Km 503581-5102
www lavendetwmyn com.) (7/04)
Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and les
bian sailboat and powerboat owners to crofee the
WSamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah
Channel Promotes good feifowsh© and safe boating.
(503-345-8523 pcydubOeartfMr.net.) (7/04)
Portland State University Queers and Allies
Association is in its 26th season1 Meets Sundays at
bailroom dance lessons (suselyndQyahoo com .'
(7/04)
offers educational and social programming to queer and
Hollywood Lanes Drop-ins welcome anytime (3 Xpm.
4030 NE Halsey St Marling address. PO Box 80002.
Portland. OR 97208-1002 503-722-0438.
bowlpdxQaol.com wwwpdxbowi.com ’(7/04)
Losbtan Sewing Circle meets m the Corvaffis area
to eat. chat and work on projects of a# kinds (Diane
541-5132754)(7/04)
Rose City Discussion Club the largest open pan-
sexuai/aiternative sexuality club in foe Northwest, is
open to all orientations, feushes ami lifestyles that are
safe sane and consensual. Monthly meetings, work
shops and newsletter (503-97^1^9
'CiJcQteleport com www rede orp)(7/04)
I
camprig. (Km 541-484 2147 krmsQefn u-g
wwwoutdoorgrouporg) (7/04)
Portland Metro Primo Timers is a social group for
mature gay men and those who ajjpreciate them, com
ing together for social, educational and cultural purpoe-
es (PO Box 5884. Portland. CW 97228.503286-4613
or 360-693 5506 pdxpnmetimersQyahoo com.
www geooties.com/pdxprim^ners ) (7/05)
nonqueer community on campus and beyond. Also
helps wife 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
queersandahes&mai pdx edu
www queersandaiies.pdx edu) (7/04)
i
sooai group in Eugene that meets every Saturday morn
ing (9 am 15th and Agate. Davrs 541-345-1481 or
Saiie 541-683 2692.) (7
The Gay Women's GoH Group welcomes aS levels
of players, (www. turfgrrh com.) (7/04)
L ss M m Doses Club of Eugene teaches ongoing
Portland Gay and Lesbian Bowling
Whether you re a running novice or a seasoned marathon
er Portland Frontrunners wricome gay tesfxan. bi
and trans people of aS abilities and interests (Gary
mfoOportlandfrontrunners org
www portiandfrontninners org.) (7/04)
Portland Upstream s a swim team for the gay and les
bian community that offers coached workouts for afi ski
levels. Come swim with the Pups and improve your heaSh
and techniques. Prar.bces are noon Sxxiays at Columbia
Pool (7701N Chatauque BM swmptbQyehoo.com.
Soyboys 3 a fun. socxsl gafoenng for gay and bi men
www.geoaties.com/swmptb) (7/04)
wtvi a re interested in a healthy vegetarw or vegan
e A variety of activites and monthly potlucks on
the last
>1 I Fndi
irjjtiy (vcggSguytQaol.com) (7/04)
Roes City Softball Association is an adult softbafi
league for the gay. lesbian, bl and trans community We
offer an open division (coed) and a women s dte^on.
A peer hcAtatec Leebien Discussion ft Social
Women of the Rhrors the PorttandAfencouver
chapter of Women on IMieefs is a motorcycle dub for
Group ‘or women of ary age meets hrat and third
ail women wfoo She to ride We meet monthly et Jubtz.
We are affiliated with the North American Gay Amateur
Athletic Alliance (503552-4769
www portlandgaysoftbal com www nagaa org) (7/04)
Leather Night rd Red Hanky Social re the frat
and tfwd Fnday of each month at Gaft D»ty Duck
Tavern iPpm-mchgfe 439 NW TNrd Ave
503-224-8446 dustmQpeofer com) <7/041
the Douglas County HIV Resource Center in Roseburg.
(6 30 pm dessert poteck 7 pm movie 832 Highland St.
541-440-276130/04)
Metro: Physical Recreation
OvtKayakiag No rthwest is Portland's gay and les
Portland Leather Man meet every second Saturday
for potluck and socializing Meet men into a leather
lifestyle and keep abreast of leather h^pentngs. No
dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just
leather socialization for the past 20 years.
(3606966665. plmQtirecway.com.) (7/04)
Gay Mun’s Movie RBght is every second Friday at
Willamette Valley:
Out Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples
Portland Bisexual Women is a support and rflacus-
plays host to social events and groups Cali fot
schedule (Suite 112.208 Oak St., Ashland
Mating address: PO Box 927. Ashland, OR
97520. 541-488-6990 www.abde»s.orpJ(3/()4)
Morionberry Salon meets monthly ri Salem for
potlucks and discussion of books Uxihrig on the
g8y/lesbian/bi experience (Cary 5033636036.
merksnbenysalonQaol.com.) (7/04)
Rainbow Kennel Uub offers a chance to get
together with other gay men and lesbians and their
dogs ri Eugene (Borne 541-683-2793 ) (7/04)
Sal em Fellowship Group is open to gay men ri the
greater Salem area Potlucks first Saturday, city walks
twice monthly, (aalemfelkrwshipgroup Q.nhoo com)
(7/04)
Together Works is a conhdentel group ri
McMmnv4e for queers and their fnends to get together
for social events and dtecussions of topree of mutual
interest Meets ser.ord and fourth Mondays al First
Baptist Church (7 pm 125SECowkSt Don
5034346266)17/04)