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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)