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outreach
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 o rg ) (7/05)
Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence
serves survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Linn
and Benton counties and offers a 24-hour hot line, con
fidential shelter legal and hospital advocacy, safety plan
ning and support groups (Crisis: 541-754-0110 or
800-927-0197 Business 541-758-0219.)(7/05)
Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter, sup
port and resource referral to survivors o f domestic and
sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly
W heelchar accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls
accepted (Cnsis 503-654-2288 Business:
503 722-2366)(7/05)
Portland Women's Crisis Line offers free and con
fidential services for survivors of domestic and sexual
violence It operates a 24-hour cnsis intervention hot line
and provides information and referrals for shelter, coun
seling and support groups Sexual assault advocates and
foreign language translation available (503-235-5333 or
888-235-5333 www p w c lo rg ) (7/05)
Stop Abus« for Everyone (SAFE) provides
resources for sexual minorities who fall through the
cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box
951, Tualatin, OR 97062 www safe4all 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
ance welcomed Se habla espanol Health centers in
Southeast and Northeast Portland. Gresham,
Beaverton, Salmon Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver,
Wash (800-230-7526 w wwp p cw o rg .)(7/05)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance 3 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 in address
ing their special needs (w w w gayyogaportland.com
bart@stonewallschool. org.) (7/05)
Metro: General
Asian & Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays is
a nonprofit community voice fo r gay. lestxan and bi
Asian and Pacific Islanders ActM ttea inctude potfucks.
recreational outings and cultural even«. Friendly envi
ronment to meet and connect w ith other API (PO Box
12661, Portland. OR 97232 aplg pdx@ yahoo.com)
(7/06)
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Metro: Recovery
Extended Family hosts queer-fnendly Alcoholes
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (5 30 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway
503-281 8 8 6 8 ) (7/05)
B ad G irls >s a social and educational leather and
B /D /S /M dub for self-identified women with an empha
sis on safety and education W orkshops, discussions,
events and parties Women o f a# orientations can con
nect and ask questions during the Kinky Women's
W e lco m in g M u n ch at 7 pm every second Tuesday
(503-972-2233. w w w p d x b o frrk .n e tH im
Lunch Bunch hosts queer-fnendly Alcoholes
Anonymous meetings at M etropolitan Community
Church of Portland (Noon daily, 1 pm Sunday 2400 NE
Broadway 503-281-8868 )0 /0 5 )
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
503-238-6091 ) (7/05)
C ascad e F ly e rs are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both
private and professional, in W ashington. Oregon and
southern British Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland
area (503-701-7922 casHyers@yahoo.com.
www geccities com /casftyers) (7/06)
Sex Addicts Anonymous > a 12-step program for
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual onentation is welcome Weekly gay-
and lesbian-friendly meeting at Alano Club focuses on
Steps 1 -2-3 and the spiritual solution (7-8 pm Tuesday
909 NW 24th A ve . Second Floor 503-452-5961.
www portlandsaa.org) (7/05)
C og s u re is a social group for people who w ee
assigned a female sex at birth but identify otherwise
(female-to-mate, genderqueer. d a g king, etc.). F is t
Sunday meetings are open to partners and families of
any configuration (503-471-1515.
group6.yahoo.com/group/coqsure.) (7/05)
The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Services
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)
5 0 ♦ lesbian social group for women meets on the
third Saturday o f the month. (4 -7 pm 503-642-3360 or
503-286-3575.) (7/05)
Imperial Sovereign Roee Court of Oregon is the
oldest gay. lesbian, bt and trans social/fund-rasing organi
zation m the state of Oregon Meetings are the first two
Mondays o f each month, (www rosecourt.orgJ (7/OS)
Metro: Sexual
The Multnomah County Health Department
STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexual
ly transmitted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and
B vaccinations By appointment or walk-in Most insur
ance plans accepted; sliding-scale fee Se habla
español (9 am-4 30 pm Monday-Fnday except 12:30-
4 30 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor
503-988-3700) (7/05)
Willamette Valley: Health
Womenspace provides a confidential shelter for
adults 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 a lesbian and bi
women's support group (Cnsis: 800-281-2800
Business 541-485-8232.) (7/05)
Jewish Gay Men1* Group— please cal for meehng
tin » and place (503-246-5939 dm M eri@ ad.com J (7/(B
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Keshet Portland la a potiuck group for Jewish mem-
bare o f the sexual minorities community and their part
ners. spouses and supporters Its purpose Is to help
bidd bridges w ith the larger Jewish community. Monthly
social, religious and cultural events. (David
503-226-7079. ext. 143(7/05)
Leather Night and Red Hanky S erial are the first
and third Friday o f each month at G al a Duty Duck
Tavern. (9 pm -rndnight 439 N W Third Ave.
503-224-8446 dus5n@paci8er.com )(T/O S)
A peer facilitated Lesbian Diecuaaian A Social
G ro u p for women o f any age meats fir# and third
Wednesdays to talk about changing topics. (6:30-8 pm.
BOO NW Sixth Ave. »253. 503-227-0605.
nghtonlesboB@yahoo.com.) (7/05)
Lesbian« Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS)
is a fun-loving group o f women who enpy exploring aS
aspects o f the environm ent A ctivities Include bW
L e sbi an« with P a g raaa ¡s a a o c ri group for mtd-
teetual women and those who want to meet them. (Ia n
503-233-3557 Join ketserv at LesbianswDegrees-
$ubscnbe@yahoogroups com ) (7/05)
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 o f the month
(503-231-3992 kM st@ exoite.com .
www spiretech.com /--3w ntie/lukihtm 3 (7/05)
Men Over 40 is a small, socially supportive group
that meets second and fourth Thursdays
(503-2465795.) (7/05)
Oregon Men Enjoying Naturism is a social organi
zation for gay male naturists/nudiata. Potkick socei
third Sunday o f every month. (omenpdx@yahoo com.
w w w .geoates.eom //oirm npdx) (7 /05)
The gay Pinochle Group meets Sundays at Hobos.
Come play ca d s and meet the gang. New players
always welcome (6 pm. 120 NW Third Ave M ke
503-641-7224.) (7/05)
Portland Bisexual Women is a discussion, social
and support group fo r bi a id questioning women.
(503-347-5817 portandbwom en@ comcastnet.
www portiandbiwomen. freeservers.com K7/G 5)
Portland Leather Affiance is one o f the largest
pansexuai. nonprofit B /D /S /M , leather a id fetish
ftfestyie organizations m the Northwest. Regular social
and educational opportunities, mdudmg Kinkfest.
Leather Bail, kind auctions a id Fa# Vendors Fair.
(www.pdideatheraltiance.org.) (7/05)
Portland Leather M m meet every second Saturday
fo r potiuck and s o c ia ta g . Meet men irtto a leather
Mestyie and keep abreast of leather happenings No
dues, no formal organization, no officers or board just
teatiter aocaSzatiori for foe past 2) yeas.
(360-8966665 pkn@dmcway.com.) (1/05)
Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and les
bian satfcoat » id powerboat owners to cruise foe
W ifiamette R iver Columbia River » id Multnomah
Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boatmg
(www.pcydub.org.) (7/05)
Portland Gay t Lesbian Community Bowling
Association te in its 27th season1 Meets Sundays at
Hollywood Lanes. Drop-ms welcome anytime. (3:30pm
4030 NE Halsey S t Matting address PO Box 42034.
Portland. OR 97242. 503-722-0438
pdxbowkHcomcast net www.pdxbowt.com.H7/05)
Whether you're a running novice o r a seasoned
marathoner, Portland Frontrunners welcomes gey,
le s b ^t, bi » id trans people o f all a b itie s » x f interests
(G ay mlo@portlandfronlrunt>er$.ory
w w w portlaidhoirtrunners.org.) (7/05)
Roaotown Ramblers Portland's gay » id lesbian
square dance club, dances at matnstre»n and plus lev
els (PQ Box 5352. P ortend OR 97228-5352
www rosetow nratTiilen.com .) (7/05)
Teem Oregon the umbreSa sports group coordmatmg
efforts fo r Outgamea 2006 in M ontreal and Gay Games
2006 r» Chicago, holds montWy meetings fo r those
wanting to participate. (503-7363292.
www teamoregon20Q6orQ.)( 7/05)
R o w City Diacnealcn C M b, foe largest open pan-
sexuA/afiemafora sexuafetyefubm foe N orthw est is
open to e l onentahons. fetishes and Seetytes that are
sale. sane and consensual. Monthly meetings. work-
shops a d newsletter. (503-972■ 1369
rcdc@ telepon.com w w w .rcdcorg.H 7/05)
Southern Oregon: Social
Soyboye Vagatarian Men's Group « a fun. social
gathering for gay and ta men who are interested in a
healthy vegetarian or vegan Sfestyie. A variety o f activi
ties and monthly potfucks on the last Friday.
(veggieguysOad com ) (7/05)
Swesky I
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linos is fo r trendy, cerebral, swanky
women 21 or better to meet Bie-mind-
ed mdMduafs for dnnks, food and good
conversation. First and third Sundays
(Jom teteervat
gwankytfisbiansjxhr-subscnbe@
yahoogroups.com.) (7/05)
W e m en o f th e R ive r» . the
Portland/Vancouver chapter of Women
on Wheels, is a motorcycle dub for a l
women who Eke to ride. It meets monfo-
iy at Jubite, sponsors riding cW cs and
takes day trips (5 pm second Sunday.
10310 N Vancouver Way.
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who love to cook, meet new fnentfe '
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YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou
ples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive
environment Also offers a Sexual M inorities Women
Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma
Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays (1111 SW
10th Ave 503-294- 7440) (7/05)
OutKuyaking Northwest is Portland's gay and les
bian sea kayak group exploring foe area's lakes, rivers
and bays (503231-2632. www outlayakmgnw. com )
(7/05)
Taum Tenni« meets Sundays et University o f
Portland. AS tevefo o f play welcome Firsttim a la free,
subsequent times are S3. Please join us? (8 am-noon
503-516-8329 teamportandiennis@ yahoo com .) (7/06)
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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 e-mail offer a safe environment (Jerry
503-666-8059 gttsupportpdxQ att net ) (7/05)
Out Duncing teaches dancing for same-sex couples
at Ankeny Street Stucflo Classes fix different dance
styles start the first Friday o f each month; country,
swing, tango, cha-cha. etc C a l fo r schedule
(503-2365129. outdancmg@ yahoo com.
home a t n e t/ -outdancrng.H l 105)
Portland Metro Prime Timer» t$ a social group for
mature gay men and those who appreciate them, com
ing together fix social, educational and cnSura! purpos
es. (PO & » 58W . Portland, OR 97228. 503-2864613
o r 360-693-5506. pdxprimetimars@yahoo.com.
www.gaocitm .com /pdxpnm e5m en.) (7/05)
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q-LAND) is an independent, non-profit network of
artists and activists promoting queer men's wellness
and HIV/STD prevention by infusing the values o f fun.
intimacy and wellness into existing social venues
Monthly Men Touching W ith Heart event
(503-223-8822 mfo&qland org www gland org.) (7/05)
Metro: Mental Health
kBkav@nkop.com.) (7/05)
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host to social events » « f g r o u ^ S for seheddsT
(Surie 112. 208 Oak S t . Ashland. M oling address:
PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520. 541-4866990.
www.abdeh3.org.HT/05)
Douglas County HIV Resource Center hosts
Gay M ens Movie Night every ¡second Friday » id a Gay
Potiuck every last Friday in Rosebung (7 pm movie.
6 8 pm potkick. 832 Highland St. 5 41 -440-2760(7/05)
Washington: Social
Sodai Group for Single Lesbiens m the
Vancouver » ee hosts movies, tfnm g out, camping tnps
and more (360-6666227 rammyhead@aol.com3 (7/Ö5)
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
> is a queer fitness and
sooal group « Eugene that meets every Saturday morn
ing. (9 am. 15th and Agate. Davrs 541-3461481 o r
S a d * 541683-2692) C im
Eugene's G L B T Ten r is G ro u p meets «vary Saturday
and Sunday, weather pem Ating. (Noon. W est 20th
Avenue a id Polk Street. kfomkBn8@yahoo.com. > (7/05)
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Metro: Arts & Music
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inspire the gey. lesbian and bisexual community while
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greater pubic. Honors and strive* for diversity in its
members, music and audiences. (503-233-9654
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comm urdy oregodwe com /cc/bridges) (7 /06 )
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P ortlM d Guy M m *« Chorus is open to singers.
support members and volunteers. (S03-2262S88
www pdxgmc org.) (7/OS)
creatrvtty fix novices end professionals alike Monthly
potkicks on foe second Friday (7 p a t Cad
503-284-2971 ) O m
Purttand Lesbian Chair ie a noneudfooned corwnu-
™ty choir that welcomes angers supportive members
and volunteers. (503-453^117 wwwp kh o t.o rg .) (3¡05)
R m u C ity G u y P roufoam B m ri is a performance
group fix queers and supportive friends o f varymg must-
cal skft ievigb with annuat fa t a id spring concerts.
Subgroups include the Roee C ity SvrtiQ I
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Creative Connection (form erly Red Connecbon) &
a social gathering fix gay men who are artist*, w riters
or musicians or who pursue some <
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watching, nature w aks. »chaeofogy. c a n in g , kayaking.
star gazing and an occasional ‘ tectum ." No experience
necessary. (6 .4 6 8 30pm second Thursday ptem ng
m eeting Laurie 503-977-2903 or Vide
kxytxrdsong@yehoo.com.) (7/05)
The L a i fchm G a rd e n C lu b is a group o f women who
love gardens and gardening They exchange plants,
roads, advice and encouragement w hle having a good
time. C al or em afi fo r a copy o f foe new sletter and
information about upcoming events (Anne
5069092002 lgcO splritone.com .)(7/06)
Ie Portland's only out teabant
boat teem, providing community, fe-
ness and physical strength through
com petitive racing. Come paddte w ith
m e w n& ror# ana w o t* n w , im w
new frwnds » id have Km New mem
bers welcome. (Elan 5062824744.
www.amaondregona.org.) (7/05)
f t » f ur ar i Gro u p outings are
cooperative adventures fo r women
Participants am responsible fo r prowri-
mg thes cwn equipment and choosing outmgs appropri-
» e fo r foev s iri and fitness level. A l s k i teveb wel
come (Dawn and Tan» $036592782.
nccU 270yehoo.com .
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o f player* (www turfgxtr.com .) (7/05)
L m M m E g M r ir iM G ro u p gets together fix
equestrian acthrittee m the Pacific Northwest. (D ense
503454-3965 Lym 503-777-2339.
UmversaSet Congregation of Säern. (4 8 3 0 p m 5090
Center St. AC. 503-364-2370. contkmce@ aoLcom
www.con8uencechoru9.org) (7/05)
S u g M a 'a GLST M uri» N lg fe t groupgets together
every Thursday to view and dwcuss GLBT »m s. (7 pm
pm.
ix « u ^ if t ^ com .) (7/OS)
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group in Salem fo r support, fun and friendship. Game
nights, bowling, barbecues, bunco, camping, hag foot-
b rf. etc. (Kim 503-581-5102
w m rtevendaw om yn.com ) (7/05)
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J r T iO fiin iy tfl O u t c f F i T’j f
pottudw end dtecussion o f books touching on foe
gay/lesbian/bi experience (Cary 503-3636036
markynberrysakxi@ool.ccm.) (7/06)
The F ila w ik ip Gro u p , a gey men's activity group
in the greater S aie ro -K i« » oea. hotde monthly
potfucks. city w afts. Kites. movie nijfots » id spe&al
events, (aalemfelowstkpgroup@yahoo.oom.
www feBowartpgaxjp.org) (V65>
To g a tb e r W eska is a confidential group In
McMtomriBe fix qua»« and f o r i friende to get together
for sociaf everks and discussions o f topics o f mutual
interest M eats second end fourth Monday» at First
(7 pm. 125 SE Cowls S t Don