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K e s h e t P o rtla n d is a potluck group for Jewish mem
bers o f the sexuaf mmonties community and their part
ners, spouses and supporters Its purpose is to help
build bridges with the larger Jewish community. M onthly
social, religious » id cultural events. (David
503-226-7079 ext f 4 .)(7 /0 5 )
outreach
HEALTH
Metro: Mental Health
Portland GLBT Support Group helps people dealing
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
provides individual support and advocacy for queer
youth of all genders who have experienced emotional,
physical or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe
(Kamron kamrong@badleyangle org.) (7/05)
Cantor Against Rape and Domestic Violence
serves survivors o f domestic and sexual violence in
Linn and Benton counties and offers a 24-hour hot line,
confidential shelter, legal and hospital advocacy, safety
planning 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 of domestic and
sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly
W heelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls
accepted (Crisis 503-654-2288 Business:
503- 722-2366.) (7/05)
Portland Women's Crisis Line offers free and
confidential services for survivors of domestic and sex
ual violence It operates a 24iJiour crisis intervention
hot line and provides inform ation and referrals fo r shel
ter, counseling and support groups Sexual assault
advocates and foreign language translation available
(503-235-5333 or 888-235-5333 www pwcl org.)
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 gbtsupportpdx@attnet.) (7/05)
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, ( t i l l SW
10th Ave. 503-294-7440) (7/05)
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.safe4ali org.)
(7/05)
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/
Willamette provides confidential and affordable sexual
and reproductive health care, including STD testing and
treatm ent, 20-minute anonymous HIV tests, annual
exams and condoms Sliding-fees, insurance welcomed
Se habla espariol Health centers in Southeast and
Northeast Portland, Gresham. Beaverton. Salmon
Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver, Wash
(800-230-7526 wwwppcw o rg ) (7/05)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of teach
ers from various traditions and studios, helps sexual
m inority and HIV-positive people find yoga classes that
are specifically welcoming and/or expenenced in
addressing their special needs
(www gayyogaportland. com bart@stonewallschool. org .)
(7/05)
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q-LAND) is an independent, non-profit network of
artists and activists prom oting queer men's wellness
and HIV/STD prevention by infusing the values o f fun,
intim acy and wellness into existing social venues.
M onthly Men Touching W ith Heart event
(503-223-8822 mfo&qland org www qland org.)
(7/05)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan 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.
503-238-60914 7/05)
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual orientation is welcome W eekly gay-
and lesbian-friendly fle e tin g at Alano Club focuses on
Steps 1-2-3 and the spiritual solution. (7-8pm Tuesday
909 NW 24th Ave.. Second Floor 503-452-5961
www.portlandsaa.org.) (7/05)
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.) (7/0 5 ).
The Multnomah County Health Department
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
ance plans accepted; sliding-scale fee Se habla
espariol (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 (Crisis 800-281-2800
Business: 541-485-8232.) ( 7/05)
recreational outings and cultural events Fnendy envi
ronment to meet and connect with other API. (PO Box
12661. Portland. OR 97232. aplq.pdx@yahoocom)
Bad Girts is a social and educational leather and
B /D /S /M club for self-identified women with an empha
sis on safety and education. Workshops, {Secessions,
events and parties Women o f all orientations can con
nect end ask questions dunng the Kinky Women's
Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday
(503-972-2233. wvm.pdxbadgkk.net. 7(7/05)
nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members
and volunteers. (503453-4117. wwwpkbak.org.)
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Creative Connection (form erly Final Connection) is
s social gathering fo r gay men who are artists, w riters
or musicteri3 or w ho pursue some creative activity.
Noncommercial, norifudgmentai, supporting personal
c re e tiv ty fo n c w iM a and professoriate alke, M onthly
potiucks on the second Friday. (7 pm Cad
503-284-2911 j a m
R o m CRy Gay Freedom lo a d is a performance
y o t4 jf» q u e » s w ris u p p o rtM e fiiw d a o fv a y n g m t^ -
cai sk« levels with annual hfi and spring concerts
B ib le e ta d y /s o c ia i g ro u p fotm irg for single gay
and lesbian Christians in their 30s a id 40? interested in
spiritual growth and agape fellowship
(john316pdk@ytixx.com) (7/05)
C a ec a rie F ly e f» are gay, lesbian a id bt aviators, both
private and professional, in Washington. Oregon and
southern British Columbia Dinner meetings in Porttend
area (503-701-7922. caaffyersQ/ahoocom.
ww.v geockies.com/cm8yers) (7/05)
C o tja a ra te a social group for people who were
assigned a female seat at birth but identify otherwise
(fem rie-to-m ale. gendenqueer, drag king, ate.) First
Sunday meetings are open to partners and families o f
any configuration. (503471-1515.
groupe.yehoo.com/group/coqsike. > (7/0 5 )
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identifying women who are W o S /M Ptey parties are
held on the second Saturday o f the month.
(503231-3992. hMst@exotecom.
www.spketech.com/~awntie/kAj htm.) (7/06)
Men Oner 40 is a small, soc«% supportive group
that meets second » id fourth Thursdays
(503-246-57953(7/05)
Oregon M m Enjoying Maturism Is a social organi
zation for gay mate naturists/nucfists. Potluck social
thW Sunday o f every month, (omenpdx@yboo.com
wwwgeodte$com//omenpdx.) (7/05)
The gay Pinochle Group meets Sundays at Hobos
Come play- cards and meet the gang. New players
always welcome (6 pm. 120 NW Third Ave Mike
(4-7 pm 503642-3350 or
Barbara Morgan's photograph of Martha Graham Ia on r ffo p la y through Doc. 19
at Lawia & Clark Collega
ness and physical strength through competitive racing.
Come paddle with the Amazone and work hard, make
new friends and have fun New members welcome
(Eten 503282-6744. www.amazondragcm.org) (7/05)
PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520. 541-488-6990
www abdeSs org) (7/05)
Douglas County HIV Resource Confer hosts
Gay Men's Movie Night every second Friday and a Gay
Potluck evety last Friday in Roseburg (7 pm move.
» id support group for bi and questioning women
The Forest Group outings are cooperative adven
(503-347-5817 ¡^landbrwommitkomeastnet.
www, pordandtmomen. heeservers. com.) (7 /OS)
tures fo r women Participants are responsible for pro-
vxfing their own equipment and choosing outings appro
priate for their skill and fitness level A ll shift levels wel
come (Dawn and Tam 503-659-2782.
5-8 pm potluck. 832 Hghbnd S t 5414462761)0/06)
ncc1l27@yahoo.com.
W ashington: Social
Portland Leather Alliance >
pan8exual. nonprofit 8 /D /S /M . leather and fetish
ftfestyte organizations in the Northwest Regular social
and educational opportunities, including KinkFest
Leather B ai, kind auctions and Fall Vendors F»r
( www.pdxleatherAnceorg.)a/(S)
Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday
for potluck and socializing M eet men into a leather
lifestyle and keep abreast o f leather happenings. No
dtie3. no formal organization, no officers or board, just
leather sodateatton fo r the past 21 years
(3603956665 p/m tklirecwayom jn/O S)
Portland Metro Prime Timers is a social group for
mature gay men and those who appreciate them, com
ing together fo r social, educational and cultural purpos
es. (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228. 503-286-4613
or 360-6935506. pdxprimetuners@yahoo.rom
www. geocities. com/pdxprirmtimers) (7/05)
inspire the gay lesbian and bisexual community while
buikfing bndges and prom oting understanding with the
greater public. Honors and strives for diversity m its
members, music » id audiences (503-233-9554.
Portland Lesbian Choir is a ncnaudihored commu
503-233-35S7. Join hsts&v at LeshmswDegnses-
eubacrbe@yahoogrxkp8.com.) (7/OS)
Portland Bisexual Women is a cSscusston, social
Bridges Vocal Ensembk »seeks to empower and
wwtr.pdxgm.org) (VOS)
Lesbians whh Degrees is a social group fo r intel
lectual women and those who want to meet them. (Lent
503-641-7224.) a m )
Metro: Sexual
(7/05)
I Gay M m ' s Chorus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers <5 03-2252588.
« a fun-loving group o f women who enjoy exploring all
aspects o f the environment. Activities include bird
watching, nature walks, archaeology, canping, kayaking,
s t» gazing and an occasional "lecture ’ No experience
n e c is s a it (6-45330 pm second Thursday planning
The Lesbian Garden Chib is a group o f women who
love gardens and gardening They exchange plants,
seeds, advice » id encouragement while having a good
time, Ctek o r «m ail fo r a copy o f the newsletter and
information about upcoming events. (Annie
50 3-909-2002.1gc@spmtom.com.) (7/05)
M etro: Arts & M u sic
bndgeevnailensembe@yboo com
community oregonte.com/cc/bndgea.) (7/05)
Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS)
Extended Family hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at M etropolitan Community
Church of Portland (5:30 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway
503-281 -8868) (7/05)
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800 NW Sixth Ave f 253. 503-227-0605.
iighm iesbosfyahao.corriJO m
meeting. Laune 503-977-2903 or Vicki
ktcybrdaQng@yahoo.com) (7 /OS)
The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Services
Metro: Health
A peer-facilitated Lesbian Discussion A Social
Group P ■ women o f any age meets first and third
Wednesdays to tafc about changing topics. (6:30-8 pm
Metro: Recovery
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step program for
(7/05)
Leather Night and Rad Hanky Social are the first
» id third Fnday o f each month at G al's D irty Duck
Tavern. (9 pm-mdmght 439 NW Thrd Ave.
503-224-8446 dustinQpecifier com) (7/05)
Reee City Discussion Chib the largest open pan-
sexual/altem ative sexuality club in the Northwest, is
open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that a re
safe. sane and consensual. M onthly meetings, work
shops and newsletter (503-972-1869
rcdcQteleport com. www.rcdc.org )(7 /0 5 )
S o y b o y s V e g e ta ria n M o n t G ro u p te a fun, social
gathering for gay and bi men who are interested in a
healthy vegetarian or vegan lifestyle A variety o f activi
ties a id monthly potiucks on the last Friday.
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Swanky Lesbians is for trendy, cerebral, swanky
women 21 o r to rtt» to meet like-minded tecfividuete fo r
drinks, food and good conversation First and third
Sundays (Join Sstserv at swankyiesbansjxfx-
sdxcrbe@yahoognkp8.com.) (7/05)
, the Porttend/Vancouver
chapter o f Women on Wheels, isa m otivcycte cte h for
a8 women who Mie to ride, it meets m onthly at Jetxtz.
sponsors rxlng cfinics « v i takes day trips. (5 pm sec
ond Sunday 10310 N Vancouver Way.
www hevanet ccm/chma/waw) a 70S)
a potluck the first Saturday o fe v » y rw n th fo n io m e n
who love to cook, m eet new friends and share cuio® y
Ideas and treats. (503-330-9629. jayveer@comtxst.net)
(7/0 6 )
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The Gay Women's Golf Group welcomes all levels
o f players, (www.tutfgiriz com) a/OS)
Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for
equectiian activities in the Pacific Northwest (Demon
Social Group for Single Lesbians in the
Vancouver » e e hosts movies, (fining out, camping tip s
a id more (350-6668227. rammyheart@aol.com)
(7/05)
503-654-3865 Lyrm 503777-2339. kekav@rdrop.com.)
(7/05)
W illam ette Valley:
O tti Dancing teaches dsnemg fo r same-sex couples
at Ankeny Street S tud« Classes for different dance
styles start the first Friday o f each month; country,
swing, tango, cha-cha. etc. Call fo r schedule
(503-2365129. out_dencmg&yahoo*com.
horne ad net/ ^outdancing.) (7/05)
OvtKayakmg Northwest is Portland's gay and les
bian sea kayak group exploring the area's lakes, mera
« x l bays. (5 03-231-2632 wvwv.outkayakmgnw.com)
(7/05)
Pacific Coast Yacht Club welcomes gay and les
bian salboat and poweiboat owners to cruise the
W illam ette River. Columbia River and Multnomah
Channel Promotes good felow3hrp and safe boating
Physical Recreation
Frontrunners and Walkers is a queer fitness and
social group in Eugene that meets every Saturday morn
ing (9 am. 15th mid Agate Davis 541-345-1481 or
Sadie 541-583-2592 7(7/05)
Eugene's
GLBT Tennis Group meets every Saturday
and Sunday, »«ether perm itting. (Noon Wee120th
Avenue and Pdk Street, kfranken8@yahoo.com ) (7/05)
W illam ette Valley: Social
(www.pcychborg.HV0S)
C a p ito l F o ru m is a g8y/lesbian nonprofit socsel serv
ice organization serving the mid-Wilfamette Vafiey
Portland Gay l Lesbfen Community Bowfing
Association is in its 27th season' M eets Sundays at
(503-363-0006. PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97308-0663
www sdemcf.org.) (7/05)
Hollywood Lanes. Drop-ins welcome anytime. (3-30 pm.
4030 b£ Halsey St. IdaAng address. PO Box 42034.
Portland, OR 97242. 503-722-0438.
pdbowt@comc 0 et.net. wwwpdrbowl.com.) (VOS)
Whether you re a running novice o r a seasoned
marathoner. Parti sod Frontrunners welcomes gay.
fesbiai, bi and trans people o f a8 abilities and interests.
(Gary mioOportSmkSroatrunmrs. org
www.pordanfiontrunnera.oig.) 17/95)
R ooo I o im RomMors Porttend s gay and lesbian
square dance dub, dances at mainstream and plus lev
els (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228-5352
www.rosetownrambtere com.) (VOS)
», the umbreto sports group coordinating
efforts fo r {S jtg » « » 2006 in M ontreal and Gay Games
2006 in Chicago, holds monthly meetings fo r these
wanting to pw tidpate (503-7363292
wwwteamoregon2006or9) a m
lb « « Ibnnfo meets Sundays a( University of
romana. a * lew* or pwy weicomo rtst wfc ts fro«.
J times »e $ 3 . Ptex* jote us! (Sammoon,
C o n R u a u cat T he W tN a a w tto V o fta y M ix e d
G A L A C h o ru s rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Umversakst Congregation o f Salem. (4 6 3 0 pm 5090
Center St NF 503-3642370 confhtmce@aol.com.
www.con8uencechorus.org .) (7/05)
E u g o n a 's G LB T M ania N ig h t group gets together
every Thursday to view and discuss GLBT fikne. (7 pm.
kfrankeo8@yahoo com.) a m
i .i a warm and friendly lesbian
group te Säern for support, fun and friendship Game
nights. bowing, barbecues, bunco camping, Bag foot-
baS. etc (Him 503-581-5102
www.kvmderwomyncom.) (7/06)
i meets monthly in Salem for
put lucks and dtecussfofi of hooks touching on the
g a y/tetijte n /b i exp&tence. (Cary 503-363-6036. marión-
berrysaion@9ci.com ) (7/06)
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x i the greater Satem-Keizer area. holde m onthly
potkxste, city wafca, hikes, movie nights and s
events. (aakmAekmhtpQroup@yahoeic>m *
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Baptist Church (7 pm. 125 SE Cowls St. Don
(Su8e 112.208 Oak S t, Ashland Mating address-
503 4346266.) (7 W )
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