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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 17, 2004)
32 j u s t O U t ' December 17. 2004 HEALTH Metro: Anti-violence B ra d le yA n g la 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, physi cal or sexual abuse Free, confidential and safe (Kamron kamrong@bradleyangle org 7 (7/05) Stop Abuse fo r Everyone (SAFE) provides resources for sexual mmonties who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box 951. Tualatin, OR 97062 wwws ale4allorg) (7/0 5 ) Metro: Health Planned Parenthood o f the C olum bia/W illam ette provides confidential and 800 927 0197 Business 541 758 0219) (7/05) affordable sexual and reproductive health care, including STD testing and treatm ent. 20-minute anonymous HIV tests, annual exams and condoms Sliding fees, msur ance welcomed Se habla espahol Health centers in Southeast and Northeast Portland. Gresham, Beaverton, Salmon Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver. Wash (800 230 7526 www ppcw org) (7/05) Clackamas Women's S ervices offers shelter, sup P ortland GLBTQ Yoga A lliance a group of teach port and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans fnendly W heelchair accessible TTD, relay calls and collect calls accepted (Cnsis 503 654 2288 Business ers from vanous 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 Center A gainst Rape and Dom estic 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 planning and support groups (Crisis 5 41-754-0110 or 503 722 2366 H7105) Portland Women's C risis 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 pwcl org) (7/05) (7/05) Queer Love A ction N etw ork fo r 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 of fun. intimacy and wellness into existing social venues M onthly Men Touching W ith Heart event (503 223 8822 mfo@qlandorg www gland org) (7/05) SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music B ridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while building bridges and prom oting understanding with the greater public Honors and strives for diversity in its members, music and audiences (503-233-9554 bndgesvocalensemble@yahoo com community ore- gonhve com/cc/bndges) (7/05) Portland Gay Men's C horus is open to singers, support members and volunteers (503-226-2588 www pdxgmc.org.) (7/05) P ortland Lesbian C hoir is a nonauditioned commu nity choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers (5 03-453-4117 www plchoir orq ) (7/05) C reative C onnection fform erly Real Connection) is a social gathering for gay men who are artists, wnters or musicians or who pursue some creative activity Noncommercial, nonjudgmental. supporting personal creativity for novices and professionals alike M onthly potlucks on the second Friday (7 pm Carl 503 284-2971.) (7105) Rose C ity Gay Freedom Band is a performance group for queers and supportive friends of varying musi cal skill levels with annual fall and spnng concerts Subgroups include the Rose C ity Swing band and a marching band with flag corps. Come join us! (503-790-2170 info@rcgfb org www rcglb.org.) (7/0 5 ) Metro: General Asian I P acific Islander Lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders Activities include potlucks. recre atonal outings and cultural events Fnendly environment to meet and connect with other API (PO Box 12661. Portland, OR 97232 apIgjxixQyahoo com.) (7/05) Bad G iris is a social and educational leather and B /D /S /M club for self identified women with an empha sis on safety and education W orkshops, discussions, events and parties Women of all orientations can con nect and ask questions during the K inky Woman's W elcom ing Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday (5 03 972-2233 w w w pdxbadgirls net.) (7/0 5 ) Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bt aviators, both private and professional, m Washington. Oregon and southern Bntish Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland area. (503-701-7922 casffyers@yahoocom www geocities com/cas8yers 7 (7/05) C hristian gay and lesbian singles Bible study / social group forming for those in their 30s and 40s interested m building and strengthening rela tionsNps. (phn316pdx@yahoo com ) (7/0 5 ) Coqsure is a social group for people who were assigned a female sex at birth but identify otherwise (female-to-male. genderqueer. drag king, etc ) First Sunday meetings are open to partners and families of any configuration (503-471-1515 groups yahoo com/group/coqsure) (7/0 5 ) 50« lesbian social group for women meets on the third Saturday of the month (4-7pm 503-642 3360 or Jew ish Gay Men's Group— please call for meeting time and place. (503 246-5939. efraimlevi@aol com.) (7/05) Keshet P ortland is a potluck group for Jewish mem bers o f the sexual mmonties community and th a r part ners. spouses and supporters. Its purpose is to help build bridges with the larger Jewish community Monthly social, religious and cultural events. (David 503-226-7079. ext 14.7(7/05) Leather N ight and Red Hanky Social are the first and third Friday of each month at G ail's Dirty Duck Tavern. (9 pm midnight. 439 NW Third Ave 503 224 8446 dustm@paciher com.) (7/05) Metro: Mental Health YWCA of G reater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, cou pies and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive environment Also offers a Sexual Mmonties Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays (1111 SW 10th Ave 503 294-7440) (7/05) Metro: Recovery Extended Family hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at M etropolitan Community Church of Portland (5 30 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway 503 281 8868 7(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 of the month (503-231 3992 lululist@excite com. www spiretech com/~awntie/IJu him ) (7/05) Men O ver 40 is a small, socially supportive group that meets second and fourth Thursdays (503-246-5795 7 (7/05) Oregon Men Enjoying N aturism is a social organi zation for gay male natunsts/nudists Potluck social third Sunday of every month (omenpdx@yahoocom www geoates.eom//omenpdx 7 (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 503 641- 7 2 2 4 m m P ortland Bisexual Women is a discussion, social and support group for bi and questioning women (503 347 5817. portlandbnvomenOcomcast net. www portlandbrvromen freeservers com 7(7/05) P ortland Leather A lliance is one of the largest pansexual nonprofit B /D /S /M , leather and fetish lifestyle organizations m the Northwest Regular social and educational opportunities, inducing KmkFest. Leather Bad. kind auctions and Fall Vendors Fair Portland M etro Prime Timers is a social group for mature gay men and those who appreciate them, coming together for social, educational and cultural purposes. (PO Box 5884, Portland, OR 97228 503 286 4613 or 360-693- 5506 poxpnmetimers&yahoo com www geocities com/ pdxpnmetimers. 7 (7/05) Rose C ity Discussion Club. Photographic Image Gallery spotlights Bob Dylan (seen here performing “We Shall Overcome" with the Freedom Singers, Pete Seeger, Theodore Bikel, Joan Baez and Peter, Paul and Mary) through Jan. 31 who are interested in a healthy vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. A variety of activities and monthly potlucks on the last Fnday (veggieguys@aol com 7 (7/05) Swanky Lesbians is for trendy, cerebral, swanky women 21 or better to meet like minded individuals for dnnks. food and good conversation First and third Sundays (Join listserv at swankylesbians_pdx- subschbe@yahoogroups.com.) (7/05) Women on Wheels M otorcycle Club meets monthly at Elmer's, sponsors riding clinics and takes day tnps (715 pm second Thursday 9848 N Whitaker Road www hevanet.com/chama/wow 7 (7/05) Women Who Cook and Recipe Exchange holds a potluck the first Saturday of every month for women who love to cook, meet new fnends and share cuhnary ideas and treats (5 03-330-9629 /ayveei@comcastnet 7(7/05) Metro: Physical Recreation Adventure Group organizes a variety of activities year round, including hiking, walking, cross-country and downhill skiing, rafting and mountain biking (PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97208 2201. www adventuregroup org.) (7/05) Amazon Dragons Paddling Club >s Portland's only out lesbian dragon boat team, providing community, fit ness and physical strength through competitive racing Come paddle with the Amazons and work hard, make new fnends and have fun New members welcome (Ellen 503-282-6744 www amatondragons org ) (7/05) The Forest Group outings are cooperative adven tures for women Particpants are responsible for pro viding their own equipment and choosing outings appro priate for their skid and fitness level All skill levels wel come. (Dawn and Tarn 503-6592782 bian sailboat and powerboat owners to cause the W illamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah Channel. Promotes good fellowship and safe boating. (www.pcycluborg.) (7/05) Portland Gay A Lesbian Com m unity Bowling A ssociation is in its 27th season! M eets Sundays at (330 pm 4030 NE Halsey St Mailing address PO Box 42034. Portland. OR 97242 503-722-0438 pdxbowlQcomcast net. wwwpdxbowl com.) (7/05) W hether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathoner, P ortland Frontrunners welcomes gay. lesbian, tx and trans people of all abilities and interests (Gary mfc@portlandfrontnjnners.org. www portlandfrontrunnersorg) (7/05) Rosetown Ramblers Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus levels. (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228-5352 www rosetownramblers com 7 (7/05) Team Oregon the umbrella sports group coordinating efforts for Outgames 2006 m Montreal and Gay Games 2006 m Chicago, holds monthly meetings for those wanting to participate (503-736-3292. www teamoregon2006 org. 7(7/05) Team Tennis meets Sundays at University of Portland AW levels of play welcome First time is free, subsequent times are $3 Please join us1 (8 am-noon 503-516-8329. teamportlandlenms@yahoo com.) (7/05) Southern Oregon: Social PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520 5414886990 wwwabdelks org) (7/05) Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities m the Pacific Northwest (Denise 503 654 3865. Lynn 503-7772339 kekavOrdrop com .7 Douglas County HIV Resource C enter hosts Gay Men 's Movie Night every second Fnday and a Gay Potluck every last Fnday m Rosebung. (7 pm movie. 5-8 pm potluck 832 Highland St 541-440-2761X7/05) (7/05) Im perial Sovereign Roee C ourt o f Oregon is for potluck and socializing Meet men n to a leather lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just leather socialization fo r the past 21 years Out Dancing teaches dancing for same sex couples at Ankeny Street Stucho Classes for different dance styles start the first Fnday of each month country, swing, tango, cha cha etc C a l for schedule (503236-5129 out_dancmg@yahoo com. homeattnetZ-outdancmg) (7/05) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Frontrunners and W alkers is a queer fitness and social group in Eugene that meets every Saturday morn ing. (9 am 15th and Agate Davis 541-345-1481 or Sadie 541 -683-2692 7(7/05) Eugene's GLBT Tennis Group meets every Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon W est 20th Avenue and Polk Street kfranken8@yahoo com.) (7/05) Hollywood Lanes Drop-ins welcome anytime The Gay Women's G olf Group welcomes all levels of players (www. turfgirlzcom.) (7/05) (www pdxleatheralkanceorg.) (7/05) (360-8966665 pimOckecway com 7 (7/05) P acific Coast Yacht C lub welcomes gay and les A b d ill E llis Lambda Community C enter plays host to social events and groups Call for schedule (Suite 1 12. 208 Oak S t. Ashland Mailing address P ortland Leather Men meet every second Saturday (7/05) OutKayaking N orthw est is Portland’s gay and les txan sea kayak group explonng the area s lakes, rivers and bays. (503 231-2632 www outkayakingnw com 7 (7/05) nccl 127@yahoo com www geocities com/ncc 1127/forestpdx 7 (7/05) 503286-3575.) (7/05) the oldest gay. lesbian, tx and trans social/fund-ratsing organization m the state o f Oregon M eetings are the first tw o Mondays o f each month (www rosecourtorg.7 The Multnomah County Health Departm ent STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexu 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 tx women's support group (Cnsis 800-281-2800 Business 541-485 8232 7 (7/05) 12-step program for those suffer Soyboys Vegetarian Men's Group is a fun. social gathenng for gay and bi men (7/0 5 ) Metro: Sexual Willamette Valley: Health Sex A ddicts Anonymous is a Lesbians Enjoying N ature and Science (LENS) (Lam 503-233-3557 Join listserv at LesbianswDegrees-subscnbe@yahoogroups com.) The Triangle P roject 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 (5 03-224 0075 www asaptx org )(7/0b) (2940A SE Belmont St. 503 238 6091) (7/OS) (503 972 1869 rcdc&teleport com. www rcdc.org.) (7/05) Lesbians w ith Degrees is a social group for intellectual women and those who want to meet them 4 30 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark S t. Sixth Floor 503 988 3700) (7/05) Live and Let Live Club hosts daily 12-step meetings and monthly clean and sober activities for the queer recovery community 800 NW Sixth Ave *253 503 227-0605 rightonlesbos&yahoo com.) (7/05) The Lesbian Garden Club is a group of women who love gardens and gardening They exchange plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good time Call or e-mail for a copy of the newsletter and information about upcoming events. (Peggy 503 9092002 Igcffspmtone com 7 (7/05) 24th Ave, Second Floor 503 452 5961 www portlandsaa org 7 (7/05) Sunday 2400 NE Broadway 503 281 8868) (7/05) A peer facilitated Lesbian D iscussion A Social Group for women of any age meets first and third Wednesdays to talk about changing topics. (6.30-8 pm meeting Laune 503-977-2903 or Vicki lucybirdsong@yahoo.com 7 (7/05) ally transm itted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointment or walk in Most insurance plans accepted; sliding scale fee Se habla espahol (9 am 4 30 pm Monday Friday except 1230- Lunch Bunch hosts queer friend fy Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at M etropolitan Community Church of Portland (Noon daily, I pm the largest open pansexual/altema- ttve sexuality club in the Northwest, is open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual M onthly meetings, workshops and newsletter is a fun loving group of women who enjoy explonng all aspects of the 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 mg from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome Weekly gay and lesbian fnendly meeting at Alano Club focuses on Steps 1 -2-3 and the spmtual solution (7 8 pm Tuesday 909 NW Washington: Social So cial Group for Single Lesbians In the Vancouver area hosts movies, driing out. campmg trips and more (360^66-6227 ranmyheart@aol com) (7/05) Willamette Valley: Social C apitol Forum is a gay/lesbian nonprofit social service organization serving the mid-Willamette Valley (503-363-0006 PO Box 663. Salem. OR 97308-0663 www salemcforg. 7 (7/05) C onfluence: The W illam ette Valley Mixed GALA C horus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Umversalist Congregation of Salem. (4-630 pm 5090 Center St NE 503-364 2370 con8uence@aol.com www confluencechoms org) (7/05) Eugene's GLBT M ovie N ight group gets together every Thursday to view and discuss GLBT films (7 pm kfranken8@yahoocom) (7/05) Family Values meets monthly to provide a social support network created by and for queer youth, families and allies (541 485-9953 farmly values pnde@hotmail com.) (7/05) Lavender Womyn is a warm and fnendly lesbian group m Salem for support, fun and friendship Game nights, bowling barbecues, bunco, camping, flag football, etc. (Kim 503581 5102 www lavenderwomyn com 7 (7/05) M arionberry Salon meets monthly in Salem for potlucks and discussion of books touching on the gay/lesbian/bi experience (Cary 503-363 6036 manonberrysalon@aol com) (7/05) The Fellow ship Group a gay men s activity group in the greater Salem Keizer area, holds monthly potlucks. city walks, hikes, movie nights and special events ( salemfelbwshipgroup@yahoo com www fekrwshipgroup org 7 (7/05) Together W orks is a confidential group xi McMinnville for queers and their fnends to get together for social events and discussions of topics of mutual interest M eets second and fourth Mondays at First Baptist Church (7 pm 125 SE Cowls St Don 503 4346266 7 (7/05)
