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outreach
HEALTH
Metro: Anti-violence
Bradley Angle House provides em ergency shelter
and reproductive health care, including S T D testing and
Lunch Bunch h o sts queer-fnendly A lcoholics
treatment, 20-m inute anonym ous H IV tests, annual
A nonym ous m eetings at Metropolitan Com m unity
exam s and condom s Sliding-fees, insurance w elcom ed
C hurch of Portland
S e habla espanol Health centers m Southeast and
Northeast Portland, G resham , Beaverton. Salm on
for wom an identified dom estic violence survivors and a
support group for wom en battered by wom en A lso
Creek, Salem Bend and Vancouver, W ash
provides individual support and advocacy for queer
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of teach
youth of all genders w ho have expenenced emotional,
e rs from various traditions and studios, helps sexual
physical o r sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe
(Kamron kamrongQbradleyangleorg.)( 7/05)
m inonty and H IV-positive people find yoga c la sse s that
(800230-7526 www .ppcw.org.) (7/05)
Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence
se rve s survivors of dom estic and sexual violence in
(www
Linn and Benton counties and offers a 24 hour hot line,
(7/05)
confidential shelter, legal and hospital advocacy, safety
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q LAND) is an independent, non-profit netw ork of
gayyogaportlandcom bartQstonewallschool org.)
(Cnsis 541-754 0110 or
800-927-0197 Business 541 758-0219)17/05)
artists and activists prom oting queer m en's w ellness
Clackam as Women's Services offers shelter,
and H IV / ST D prevention by infusing the values of fun,
support and resource referral to survivors of dom estic
intim acy and w ellness into existing social venues
M onthly M en Touching W ith Heart event
and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly
W heelchair accessib le TTD, relay calls and collect calls
(503-223-8822 mfo&qland org www qland.org.)
(7/05)
(Cnsis; 503-654 2288 Business;
503 722 2366 ) (7/05)
accepted.
Live and Let Live Club h o sts daily 12-step
m eetings and m onthly clean-and-sober activities for the
queer recovery com m unity
are specifically w elcom ing and/or experienced in
addressing their special needs
planning and support groups.
(Noon daily. 1 pm Sunday
2400 NE Broadway 503 281 8868 ) (7/05)
(2940A SE Belmont St.
503-238-6091) (7/05)
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors. A ny
gender and sexual orientation is welcom e W eekly
gay- and lesbian-friendly m eeting at A lano C lub fo cu se s
(7-8 pm
Tuesday. 909 NW 24th A ve. Second Floor
503-452-5961 wwwportlandsaa.org.) (7/05)
on S te p s I -2-3 and the spintual solution.
The Triangle Project at A S A P Treatment Se rvice s
is O re go n 's only alcohol and drug addiction treatment
program specifically for the queer com m unity Safe,
respectful, confidential and effective since 1986
(503-224-0075. wwwasaptx org.) (7/05)
Metro: Sexual
Multnomah County Health Department
ST D Program offers testing and treatment for sexu
The
Portland Women's C risis Line offers free and
Metro: Mental Health
confidential services for survivors of dom estic and
sexual violence It operates a 24-hour c n sis intervention
hot line and provides information and referrals for
shelter, counseling and support groups Sexual assault
YW CA of Greater Portland Counseling Center
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou
advocates and foreign language translation available
ples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive
environm ent. A lso offers a Sexual M inorities W om en
(503 2355333 or 888 2355333 www pwclorg.) (7/05)
Support G roup on Th ursdays and an FtM Trauma
Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides
Survivor Support G roup on W ednesdays
(1111 SW 10th Ave 503 294 7440.) (7/05)
resources for sexual minorities w ho fall through the
cracks of traditional dom estic violence services (PO Box
951, Tualatm. OB 97062 www safe4all org.) (7/05)
Metro: Health
and B vaccinations B y appointment or walk-in M o st
insurance plans accepted; sliding-scale fee. S e habla
espanol (9 am-4 30 pm Monday Fnday except 12:30-
4 30 pm Wednesday 426 SWStark St.. Sixth Floor.
503 988 3700.) (7/05)
Willamette Valley: Health
Womenspace provides a confidential shelter for
Metro: Recovery
adults and children w ho have been abused physically,
Extended Family h o sts queer fnendly A lcoholics
sexually or emotionally; a 24-hour hot line; and a drop-m
advocacy center for any victim of dom estic violence
A nonym ous m eetings at Metropolitan Com m unity
Planned Parenthood of the Colum bia/
Willamette provides confidential and affordable sexual
ally transm itted d iseases. H IV testing and hepatitis A
(5 30 pm daily 2400 NE Bmadway
503-281 8868) (7/05)
C hurch of Portland
Sp an ish speaking available H o sts a lesbian and bi
(Crisis; 800-281 2800.
Business: 541 485-8232) (7105)
w om en's support group
B r u c e W e b e r , t h e g a y p h o t o g r a p h e r r e s p o n s i b l e f o r a ll o f t h o s e h o m o e r o t ic
C a lv in K le in a d s , c e le b r a t e s h is g o ld e n r e t r ie v e r s in
A Le tte r to True
N o v . 2 6 - 2 9 a t G u ild T h e a t r e
50* lesbian social group for w om en
SOCIAL
third Saturday of the m onth.
m eets on the
(4-7 pm. 503-642-3360 or
503-286-3575.) (7105)
Metro: Arts & Music
Bitdgw Vocal Ensemble se e k s
Im p e ria l
to em pow er and
inspire the gay, lesbian and bisexual com m unity while
tanking bridges and prom oting understanding with the
(503-233-9554.
bridqesvocalensembleQyahoo com.
comrnurtty.oregonlive.com/cc/brldges.) (7/OS)
m em bers, m use end audiences.
Gay M an's Chorus is
support m em bers and volunteers
wwwpdxgmcorg.) (7/05)
Portland Lesbian Choir 13 a
time a id place
(www.rosecourt.org.)
cafl for m eeting
(5032465939 efraonlesnQtJolcom.)
C7/05)
open to singers,
nonauditloned com m u
(505453-4117 www.ptdm org ) (7/05)
is
is a pottuck group for Jew ish
(David
503226-7079. ext. 14JO/OS)
or m u ae e n x o r w ho pursue som e creative activity
Tavern.
Raaa City Gay Freedom Band
(9 pm-midrtght 439 NW Third Ave
503-224-8446 dusttn0pacOer.com.) ( 7/05)
A peer-facilitated Lesbian Discussion l Social
Group for w om en o f any age m eets first and third
(7 pm. Cad
505284-2971 7(7/05)
W ednesdays to talk about changing topics.
is a perform ance
group for queers and supportive friends
' varying
(6.30-8 pm. 800 NW Sixth Ave 0253 503227-0605
nghtonlesbos0yahoo.eom.) (7 /05)
Su bgro u ps include the Flose C ity Sw in g band and a
m arching bend with flag co rp s C om e join us!
Lesbians Enjoying Naturo and Science (LENS)
(505790-2170 tnhQrcgfb.org. wwwrcgfborg.)(7/05)
aspe cts of the environm ent Activities include bird
is a fun-loving group of w om en w ho enjoy explonng all
watching, nature walks, archaeology, cam ping, kayaking,
sta rga zin g and an occasional ’lecture." N o experience
necessary. (6:45-830 pm second Thursday planning
Asian l Pacific W ander Lesbians and Gays «
a nonprofit com m unity voice for gay. lesbian a id bi
A sia n and Pacific Iskanders Activities include potlucks.
recreational outings and cultural events. Frienify
environm ent to meet and connect with other A P I
(PO Box 12661 Portland. OH 97232.
Bad G irls is a
meeting. Laune 503977-2903 or Vicki
kicybirdsong0ytOoo.com.) (7/05)
The
Lesbian Garden Chib
is a group o f w om en
w ho love gardens and gardening. They exchange ptants.
seed s, advice and encouragem ent w hile having a go o d
inform ation about upcom ing events
so o e l and educational leather and
(Peggy
Lesbians with Degrees is
dtsctiasions, events and parties W om en of at
intellectual w om en and those w ho want to meet them
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(5039722233
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stady/social group form ing for
and le d sa n C hristians
m th e * 3 0 s and 4 0 s interested
a social group for
(Lam 503-2333557. Join istserv at
LesbianewDegrees-subscribe0yahoogroups.com)
(7 m
(505701 7922 mdfyers0yahoo.com
C e ^ a u e s is a social group for people w ho w ere
a ssign e d a fem ale se x at birth but identtfy otherw ise
Su n d ay m eetings are open to partners and farm leB o f
(503471 IS IS
grxxpayahoo oom/gnurv'oogsure.) (7/05)
any configuration
» id more.
(360-666-6227 rammyheat0aol.comJ (7/05)
(Dense
503654-3865. Lynn 503777 2339 kakav0tdrop.com.)
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
(7/05)
Frontrunners and Walkers is
Out Dancing teaches dancing for sam e-sex couples
social group in Eugene that m eets every Saturday
together for
m orning (9 am. 15th and Agate. Davis 541-345-1481
or Sarte 541-683-2692.) (7/05)
E u ge n e 's GLBT Tennis Group m eets every
Saturday ere! Sunday, w eather permitting. (Noon
(503-236-5129 outdanang0yahoo.com
home.attnet/-outdancing.) (7/05)
OutKayaidng Northwest is
a queer fltQess and
Portland's gay and
W est 20th Avenue and Polk Street
kfranken80yehoo.com ) (7/05)
lesbian sea kayak group exploring the area s lakes
Rose City Discussion Club
toe largest open
pansexual/altem ative sexuality d u b in the Northw est,
(503-2312632.
www. outkayakingnw com.) (7/05)
Willamette Valley: Social
are safe, sane and co nsensual M onthly m eetings,
Pacific Coast Yacht Cteb w elcom es gay m l
C a p K o l F o ru m is a gay/lesban nonprofit sod a!
(503-972-1869.
rcdc0teleport.com w ww rcdc.org.) (7/05)
lesbian sailboat and pow erboat ow ners to cruise toe
W illam ette River. Colum bia River and Multnom ah
service organization serving the m id-W ilam ette Valley
rivers and beys
is open to afl orientations, fetishes a id lifestyles that
Soyb oys
t/egetartun M b s
s
Grou^ is
a fun. social
gathering for gay and bi m en w ho are interested in a
Channel. Prom otes go o d fellow ship and safe boating
(503-363-0006. PO Box 663. Salem. OB 97308-0663
wwwsalemcf.org.) (7/05)
(www.pcydub.org.) (7/05)
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w m a m q g iB v a t ie y m i x m
healthy vegetarian o r vegan lifestyle. A variety erf
activities and m onthly potlucks on toe last Fnday.
Portland Gay A Lesbian Community Bowling
Association is in its 27th season! M e e ts Su n d ays at
(veggieguys0aol.com.) (7/06)
(330 pm.
4030 NE Halsey St Mating address- PO Box 42034.
Portland. OB 97242 5 0 3 -722-0438.
pdxbowl0comcast.net w w w pdxbowl.com.) (7705)
H oSyw ood Lanes D rop-ins w elcom e anytime.
is for trendy, cerebral, sw anky
w om en 21 o r better to m eet like-m inded individuals
for drinks, food and go o d c o n v e rs io n First and third
(Jon istserv at
swanl^lesbians j>dx-$ubscribe0yahoogmuos.com.)
W hether yo u 're a nam ing novice o r a se ason e d
(7/06)
lesbian, bi and trans people of at abáfies and interests.
Sundays.
marathoner,
toe ffortland/Vancouver
Portland Frontrunners
w elcom es gay.
(Gary mtoOportlandfrontrunners org
wwwportlandfmntnjrmen.org.H7/05)
G A L A C h o r u s rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Unw ersakst C ongregation erf Salem .
Center St. NE. 503-364-2370.
(4-6:30 pm. 5090
confhjence0aoi.com. www.confkiencechonis.org.) (7/(B)
E u g e n e 's G L B T M o v ie N ig h t group ge ts together
every Thursday to view and d isc u ss G L B T Sm s.
(7 pm. kfranken80yahoo com ) (7/05)
F a m ily V a lu e s m eets m onthly to provide a social
support netw ork created by and for queer youth,
485-9953.
family, valuesjjrideQbotmail com 1(7/05)
fam ilies and allies. (541
aH w om en w ho kke to ride It m eets m onthly at Jubitz.
n O w W v w r i m ^ W iW r p i ■ ofw w Kis
sp o n so rs riding ckrtes and takes day trips
square dance dub, dances at m ainstream and plus
L a v e n d e r W o x iy n is a warm and fnervSy lesbian
(5 pm second Sunday. 10310 N Vancouver Way
hevenet.com/chama/wow ) (7/05)
levels. (PO Box 5352. Portland. OB 8 7 2 28-5352
www. roaetownramders com.)(1/05)
group in Salem for support, fun
www
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Team Oregon, the
*vSv®n
um brela spo rts group coordinating
and friendship. Gam e
nights, bowfing, barbecues, bunco, cam ping, flag
football, etc 06m 503581-5102
www lavenderwomyn com ) (7/05)
*
efforts for O utgam es 200 6 s i M ontreal and G ay G am es
k v e to cook, meet new friends and share cufeiary ideas
200 6 si Chicago, holds m onthly m eetings for fhoee
M a r f cw ba r r y B a iu n m eets m onthly in Salem for
are held on d ie second Saturday of the month.
and treats
w anting to p e c u la t e (503-736-3292
w w w Ieamoregon2006 org) ( 7/05)
gay/testw n/bi experience. (C a ry 503-363-6036.
Caacad i Flyers are gay.
area
Vancouver area h o sts m ovies, dining out, cam ping trips
equestnan activities in toe Pacific Northw est.
swing, tango, cha-cha. etc. C all for schedule
(PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228.
5032864613 or 360-6935506
pdxprimetimers0yahoo com.
www geocities.com/pdxprimetiners K 7/Q 5)
Social Group for Single Lesbians in the
(www.turfgirta.com.) (7/05)
at Ankeny Street Studio. C la sse s for afferent dance
styles start the first Friday of each month: country,
pu rp o se s
Washington: Social
pottuck toe first Saturday o f every month for w om en w ho
M a n O v e r 4 0 is a smafi, ao cw iy supportive group
lesbian and bi aviators, both
social group
for mature ga y m en and th ose w ho appreciate them,
com ing together for social, educational and cultural
(7 pm movie.
5 8 pm pottuck. 832 highland St 541-440276130/05)
Pbtluck every last Friday in Roseburg.
seif identifying w om en w ho are into S/ M . Play parties
(¡ohn3l6pdKQyahoo.com )a/0S)
prwete and profeasw nal, in W aahm gton. O regon and
southern British Cotorrtxa. D inner m eetings in Portland
Portland Metro Prime Timers is a
o f players,
Lesbian Equestrian Group ge ts
lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings N o
women w«w> v o o k fiWMi Fiectpe cxcniH Q t
social group for
(503-231-3992. kAAstQexcite com
www. spietech comZ-awntte/Tulu. htm.) (7/05)
in spintual grow th and agape fellow ship
The G a y W o m a n 's G o H G ro u p w elcom es all levels
meet every second Saturday
chapter of W om en on W heels. Is a m otorcycle d u b for
Lute's Psrtry Playhouse is a
single gay
Portland Leather Man
Woman ol tha Mwara
503909-2002 Igc0spiritone.com.) (7/05)
B / D / S/ M d u b for self-identified w om en with an
em phasis o n safety and education. W orkshops,
orientations can connect and a sk questions during
and fitness level A il s k i levels
mid Tank 503-658-2782.
ncc1l270yahoo com
www geocttiescom/ncc 1127/forestpdx.) (7/05)
appropriate for their skiff
and educational opportunities, including Km kFest,
Leather Ba8, kind auctions a id Fafl V end ors Fair
(wwwpdxtealhem&ance org) (7/05)
Swanky La shin s
time C a l o r e mail for a cop y o f the new sletter and
apigjK t0yehoo.com K 7 / 0 5 )
welcom e. (Daw n
w orksh ops snd new sletter
inuaKal s k i levels with annual faH and spring concerts.
Metro: General
lifestyle.organizations in the N orthw est Regular social
leather socialization for the past 2 f years.
(360-896-6665. ptmQdirecway com ) (7/05)
M onthly social, religious and cultural events
cooperative
adventures for wom en. Participants me responsible for
provkfing their ow n equipm ent and choosing outings
is one of the largest
pansexual. nonprofit 8 / D / S/ M . leather and fetish
dues, no form al organization, no officers o r board, just
Leather Night and Rod Hanky Social are the first
and third Friday of each m onth at G a l's Dirty D uck
potlucks on the second Friday
The Forest Group outings are
Portland Leather Alliance
partners. sp o u se s and supporters Its purpose is to
a social gathenng for gay m en w ho are artists, w riters
Noncom m ercial, nonjudgm ental supporting personal
creativity for n ovice s and professionals alike. M onthly
w elcom e
(503-347-S817. portlanrtxwomen0comcast.net
www portlamfbtwomen freeservers com.) (7/05)
m em bers o f the sexual m inorities com m unity and then-
help buSd bridges with the larger Jew ish com m unity
Douglas County HIV Resource Center h o sts
G a y M e n 's M o vie fifight every second Fnd3y 3nd a G ay
(Ellen 503282-6744
www.ammndragons.org.) (7/05)
a d iscu ssio n , so e e l
for pottuck and socializing. M eet men into a leather
Keshet Portland
(503-226-258$.
Creative Connection (form eriy Ftesi Connection)
first two M o n d a ys of each month,
Jewish Gay M en's Group— please
nity choir that w elcom es singers, supportive m em bers
and volunteers.
the eldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans soctel/fund-raising
organisation m the state of O regon M e etings are the
(7/05)
greater public H on ors and strive s for diversity m its
P o r t la n d
Sovereign Rosa Coart of Oregon is
Portend Bisexual Women is
and support group for bi and questioning wom en.
that m eets se co n d end fourth Thursdays
O r u g a n M a n E n ja y te f N u te rte w Is a soda!
organization for gay m ale naturists/nudtets. Pottuck social
(omenpdx0yahoo com
www geocaee.eom//omenpdx) (7/05)
third Su n day o f every month.
H obos.
C o m e play ca rd s and m eet toe gang. N ew players
alw ays welcom e.
(6pm. 120 NW Hard A ve Ktke
503641 722 4.K 7/ 06)
Metro: Physical Recreation
A d v a u t e m G r o u p organizes a variety o f actM b e s
year round, inducing htong. walking, c ro ss country and
(5032465796 ) (7/05)
The
(5033309629 jayveer0comcast.net.) (1/05)
dow n M I sktmg. raffing and m ountain M ong.
Teem Tenate m eets
Su n d ays at U niversity of
Portland AH levels o f ptey welcom e. First te n é is free,
subsequent tim es are $3. Ple ase join us! (8 am-noon
potkicka and tfccusston erf b o o k s totxtomg on the
manorbecryartonOaotcom) (7/(B)
T h e F a io w a h ip G ro u p , a gay m en's activity group
in the greater Satem -Keizer area, holds m onthly
potiucka. city w afts, hftes. m ovie nights and specW
events (salemfe8owshHpgroup0yahoo.com
(PC Box
www fehvrabpgnoup org) (7/06)
2201. Portland OF) 97208-2201
wvm.advenMtgnup.org.) (7/05)
Southern Oregon: Social
k w i u u D r a g o n s R a d W h it C t e b is Portland's only
out lesbian dragon boat teem, providing community,
host to social e v e rts and groups. C a l for schedule
for social events and te scu ssw n s of topics of mutual
(Suite 112. 206 Oak St. Ashland. MtAnq address
PO Box 927. Aahland. OB 97520 541-488-6990
www.abdeISs org.) (7/05)
interest M e e ts se co n d and fourth M o n d a ys at First
fitness and physical strength through com petitive
racing. C om e paddte with toe A m azons and w ork hard,
m ake new friends and have fun. N ew m em bers
T og e th e r W a r t s is a confidential group in
M c M m n v ie for queers and their friends to get together
(7 pm. 125 S E Cowls S t Don
503434-6266.) (7/05)
Baptist C hurch