^HEALTH
Metro: Antirviolence
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@bradleyangleorg.)(7/05)
Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE)
provides resources for sexual mmonties 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
serves survivors of 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,
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance, a group of
support and resource referral to survivors of domestic
and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly
Wheelchair accessible TTD. relay calls and collect calls
accepted (Crisis 503 654 2288 Business.
503722 2366X7/05)
teachers from various traditions and studios, helps
sexual minority and HIV-positive people find yoga
classes that are specifically welcoming and/or
experienced in addressing their special needs
(www gayyogaportland com bartQstonewallschool org.)
(7/05)
Portland Women's Crisis Line offers free and
confidential services for survivors of domestic and
sexual violence It operates a 24-hour crisis intervention
hot line and provides information and referrals for
shelter, counseling and support groups Sexual assault
advocates and foreign language translation available
(503-235-5333 or 888-235-5333 www.pwcl org.)
(7/05)
SOCIAL
Metro: Arts & Music
Bridges Vocal Ensemble seeks to empower and
inspire the gay. lesbian and bisexual community while
building bridges and promoting understanding with the
greater public Honors and strives for diversity in its
members, music and audiences (503-233-9554.
bridgesvocalensemble@yahoo com.
community oregonlhre.com/cc/bndges) (7/05)
Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers. (503-226-2588.
www pdxgmc.org.) (7/05)
Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonauditioned
community choir that welcomes singers, supportive
members and volunteers. (503-453-4117
wwwplchoir.org) (7/05)
Creative Connection (formerly Real Connection) is
a social gathering for gay men who are artists, writers
or musicians or who pursue some creative activity.
Noncommercial, nonjudgmental. supporting personal
creativity for novices and professionals alike. Monthly
potkicks on the second Friday. (7 pm. Cad
503284-2971J (7/05)
Rose City Gay Freedom Band is a performance
group for queers and supportive friends of varying
musical skiH levels with annual fall and spring concerts.
Subgroups include the Rose City Swing bend and a
marching band with flag corps. Come join us!
(503-790-2170 info@rcgfb org wwwregfy orgX7/(J5)
Metro: General
Asian A Pacific Mender Lesbian* and Gaya is
a nonprofit community voice for gay lesl
and bi
Asian and Pacific Wanders. ActMies include potlucks,
recreational outings and cultural events. Friendly
environment to meet and connect with other API.
(AD Box 12661. Portland. OR 97232
aplgjdx@yahoo.com. )(7/05)
...
Bad GM* is a 3ooal and educational leather and
B/D/S/M club fur self identified women with an
emphasis on safety and education. Workshops,
discussions. events and parties. Women of all
orientations can connect and ask questions during the
Kbky Wan**** BMcemlnf Mtmcb at 7 pm eveiy
second Tuesday (5039722233 www.pdxbadgris.net)
(7/05)
Caacad* Flyur* are gay. lesbian end bi aviators, both
private end professional, in Washington. Oregon and
southern British Columbia. Dinner meetings in Portland
area (503 701-7922 caeflyers9ydhoo.com.
www geocaiea. com/casdyera. > (7/05)
Christian gay and l**M*n singia* MH*
«taly/wcta group forming for those «their 30s
and 40s interested »' braking end strengthening
tettfonships iyohn316pdx@yahoocom)(7/(y5)
Caqaora is a social group for people who were
assigned a female sex at birth but identify otherwise
(female to-male. genderqueer, drag king, eft.) First
Sunday meetings are Open to partners and famtfees of
Metro: Recovery
Extended Family hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics
The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Services
is Oregon's only alcohol and drag addiction treatment
program specifically for the queer community Safe,
respectful, confidential and effective since 1986.
(503224 0075. www asaptx org.) (7/05)
Metro: Sexual
The Multnomah County Health Department
STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexu
ally transmitted diseases. HIV testing and hepatitis A
and B vaccinations By appointment or walk in Most
insurance plans accepted; sliding-scale fee. Se habla
español (9 am-4 30 pm Monday-Fnday except
12 30-4:30pm Wednesday 426 SWStark St.. Sixth
Floor. 503 988 3700X7/05)
Willamette Valley: Health
Womenspace provides a confidential ehelter 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. 800281-2800
Business: 541 485-8232) (7/05)
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (530 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway
503 281 8868) (7/05)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (Noon daily. 1 pm Sunday
2400 NE Broadway 503-2818868X7/05)
Live and Let Live Club hosts daily 12-step
meetings and monthly clean-and-sober activities for the
queer recovery community (2940A SE Belmont St.
503 238-6091X7/05)
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 of fun.
intimacy and wellness into existing social venues
Monthly Men Touching With Heart event
(503 223-8822 mtoOqland org www qland org )
(7/05)
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program for
those suffenng from addictive sexual behaviors Any
gender and sexual orientation 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 Ave. Second Floor
503-452-5961 www portlandsaa org.) (7 /05)
organization in the state of Oregon. Meetings are the
first two Mondays of each month (www.rosecourt.org)
(7/05)
dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just
teatfier socialization for the past 21 years
(360 896 6665 ptm@dtrecwey com.) (7/05)
Jewish Gay Men's Group-please coil for meeting
time and place (503-2465939 efraimlevi@aol.com)
(7/05)
Portland Metro Prime Timers is a social group for
mature gay men and those who appreciate them,
commg together for social, educational and cultura!
purposes (PO Box 5884. Portland. OR 97228.
503-2864613 or 3606935506
pdxpnmettmeis@yahoo com
www geocities.com/pdxprime6mers X7/Q5)
Keshet Portland is a potluck group for Jewish mem
bers of the sexual minorities community and their part
ners. spouses and supporters Its purpose is to help
build bodges with the larger Jewish community. Monthly
social, refegtous and cultural events. (David
503 226-7079. ext 14.X7/05)
Leather Night and Red Hanky Social are the first
and third Friday of each month at Gail's Dirty Duck
Tavern (9 pm midnight 439 NW Third Ave.
503-224-8446. duBtin@pacifier.com.) (7 /05)
A peer-facfttated Lesbian Discussion & Social
Group for women of any age meets first and third
Wednesdays to talk about changing topics. (6:30-8>pm.
800 NW Sixth Ave 4253.503-227 0605
iightonlesbosvfyahoo.com )(7/O5)
Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS)
Kt a fun-loving group of women who enjoy expfonng all
aspects of foe environment. Activities include bird
watching, nature walks, archaeology, camping, kayaking,
star gazing end an occasional ’lecture " No experience
necessary. (6:45830pm aecond Thursday planning
meeting. Laune 503-977-2903 or Veto
htcybtrdsong@yahoo.com.) (7/05)
The Lesbian Garden Chib is a group of women who
love gardens and gardening They exchange plants,
seeds, advice and encouragement while having a goed
time. Cal a e-mail for a copy of foe newsletter and
information about upcoming events. (Peggy
503 909-2002. Igc@spritone.com) (7/05)
Lesbians arftb Degree* ¡a a social group for
mteltectuai women and those who want to meet them
(Lam 503-233-3557. Join hstserv at
LeebhrnswE/e^ees 8ubscribe@yahoogroi^> com.) <7 /05)
Lirfu’s Peruy Maybouse is a social group for
sefoidenNying women who are into S/M. Ptoy parties
are held on foe second Saturday of the month.
(5032313992 hMist@excite.com
www.sfxetech.com/--awntie/luluhtm) (7/05)
Men Oeer 40 kt a enui.socieBy supportive jyoup
that meets second and fourth Thursdays.
(503 2465795) (7/05)
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»rqfm&tion for gay mate neturtsts/nufosts Potluck
sociel third Sunday of every month,
(omenpdtf@yahoo.com www.geoc.ites com//omenpdx.)
(7/05)
The gey HnocM* Grasp meets Sundays at Hobos
Come play caerfe and meet foe gang New players
always welcome (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave. MM
503641-72243(3/05)
Ooritout OMuwei W qmmw is e dfecusston. social
and support group for br and quesbowg women.
(503-M7-S8I7. pcrflandbwomen4komcast.net.
wwwportlancSywomen.Meaereem com )(1!(X>)
any configuration (503-471-1515.
gmupe.^hoocom/group/coqsure ?(7/05)
UMber AK mm is one of foe Ingest
pansexual, nonprofit B/D/S/M. leather and fetish
lifestyle organizations m foe Northwest. Regular social
and educational opportunities, including KmkFest.
50+ i**M*n social gravi» for women meets on the
third Saturday of the month (4-7pm 503642 3360 or
5032863575X7/05)
Leather BaS kind auctxms and Fail Vendors Fan
(www ptbMheraMnce.org) (7/06)
the oldest gey, lesbian, bi and trans socld/fufflMsmg
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 Minorities Women
Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma
Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays
(1111 SW 10th Ave 503-294 7440) (7/05)
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 wwwppcw org) (7/ 05)
Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence
Metro: Mental Health
PorttaM L**th*r M m meet every second Saturday
for potluck and socializing. Meet men into a leather
Hfrtetyfe and keep abreast of leather happenings. No
Rose City Discussion Club the largest open
pansexual/aftemative sexuality club m the Northwest,
is open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that
are safe, sane and consensual. Monthly meetings,
woikshops and newsletter. (503972-1869
rcdcQtMportcom. www.rcdc.org )(7106)
Boyboy* Vegetarian Men's Group is a fun.
social gathering for gay and bi men who sre interested
in a healthy vegetarian or vegan Mestyie Avsnetyof
activities and monthly potkicks on the last Friday
(veggteguys@nol.comJ (7/Q5)
Women on Wheels Motorcycle Club meets
monthly at Elmer's, sponsors riding dimes and takes
day tops (7. 15 pm second Thursday. 9848 N Whitaker
Road, www hevBnet.com/chama/wdw) (7/05)
Women Who Cook and Recfoe Exchange holds
a potluck foe fest Saturday of every month for women
who Iwe to cook, meet new friends and share culinary
ideas and treats (503330-9629. jayveer@comc3st.net.)
(7/05)
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventar* Group organizes a variety of activities
year round, including hiking, walking, cross-country
and downhill stemg. rafting and mountain biking.
(PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97208-2201.
www adventutegrot$.otg.) 0/06)
Amaxon Dragon* PaddHng Chib fe Portland's only
out lesbian dragon boot team, providing community,
fitness and physèd strength through con^etfove
racing. Come paddle with the Amazons and work had.
nteke new friends and have fon. New members
welcome. (Ben 503282-6744
www.amamndragnn9.org.) (7/OS)
Mike Daisey recounts his 21 Dog Years working for Amazon.com through
Feb. 6 at Winningstad Theatre
lesbian sailboat and powerboat owners to emise the
Willamette River. Columbia River and Multnomah
Channel. Promotes good fefciwstup and safe boating
(www.pcyciub.org )(7/05)
Portbmd Gay * Lesbian Community Bowling
Association is m ite 27th season! Meets Sundays at
Hollywood Lanes Drop-ms welcome anytime
(3-30 pm. 4030NEHaheySt Mating address
PO Box 42034. Portland. OR 97242.503 722-0438.
pdxbowl@cumcast.net. www odxbowl.com >
(7/05)
Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner. Portland Froittnmnor* welcomes gay.
lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and interests
(Gary nfoOportlandfrontrunners org
www.potdalndfmntrurmers.orgJ (7/(&)
RoaMown R mi M m *. Portland's gay and lesbian
square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus
levels (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 972285352
www rosetownrambkrs com) (7/05)
mmmi
the urnbrslls sports
coordinating
efforts for Outgames 2006 in Montreal and Gay Games
2006 in Chicago, holds monthly meetings for those
Warn Tawita meets Suidaye M Unwer^y of Portland
All tevete of play welcome first time is free, subseazent
times we $3. Pteaee join uel (8 ammoon. 5035188329.
The Gay W orim ** G o N Qraop welcomes a* levels
of player8.1www.lurfgxiz com .H7/05)
Southern Oregon: Social
L m M m EgueaMM Group gets together for
equestnan activities In tt « Pacific Northwest (Demae
5036543X5 Lym 503777-2339 Mmv@rdrop.com.)
(7/06)
LtMibcfai OcMMHvniRy CW hi I nw pisys
host to socal events and groups. Call for schecMe.
(Sate 112.208M St, Ashland MdM)address
POBox927. Ashland. OR97520. 541-488-6990.
www,abdeM.org.)(7/(35i
vumayavmg vvonnwesi « r oniBnu « qoy ano
lesbian set> kayak group exptonng the area s lakes,
nvers and beys (503-231 2632
www.odkayaiangnw.cgmJ (7/05)
IfocBte Coaat Ybaht CSafe w^oomes gay and
Frontrunners and Walker* is a queer fitness end
social group in Eugene that meets every Saturday
morning (9 am. 15th and Agate. Daws 541345 1481
or Sadie 541683 2692X7 /05)
Eugene's GLBT Tennis Group meets every Saturday
and Sunday, weather permitting (Noon West 20th
Avenue and Polk Street kh.3nken8@y^oo.comJt7/05)
Willamette Valley: Social
Capitol Fatwa te a gay.’lesbian nonprofit social
service organization serving foe mid-Willamette VaHey.
(5033630006. PO Box 663. Salem. OR 973080663.
www.3alemcforg.) (7/05)
CanBaMMt Th* WfWnnutto VaN*y Mixed
GALA Chera* rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Unwersafest Congregation of Salem. (4-6:30pm 5090
Center St.
503-364-2370 corriuenceQad com.
WWW randuencechorus org) <7/05)
Eagwra'a GLBT MoufeMgM group gets together
every Thursday to view and (iscuss GUBTfems. (7 pm.
tdrarikefi8@yriroo comJ (7/06)
wanting to («ticpate (503- 736-3'292
WWW.teamoregon2006.org.) (7/(^)
The Forant Group outings ate cooperafo/e
adventures for women. Participants are responsible for
provktng their own eaufoment and choosing outings
appropri«« fot thek sw end fitness level. A» sk» levels
welcome. (Dawn end Tam 503659-2782
ncc1127@yahoo.com.
wwwgeocities.com/ncc1127/forestpdx.)(7/05)
Oat Daadag teaches dancing for same sex couples
at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance
stytes start the fest Friday of each month country,
swing, tango, che-cha, etc. Cai for schedule.
(5032365129 out..darKmg@yahoo com
home att.net/~otddandngJ (7/05)
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
teemp<miandtenms@yriioo.txm.)(1/(J5)
Family Vatan meets monthly to provide a social
support network crested by md for queer youth,
fenufees and ah». (54! -485 9953.
famihryalue6_pride@hotm34.comJ (7 /OS
Lawmder Wumya is a warm and fnendly lesben group
in Salem for sqpport. fun and friendahto. Game nights,
bowfog. b&foecues. bunerj. camping, flag foertbs». etc
(Kim5035815102 wwwlavenderwomyncom)GIOIS)
Martonbetry Baton meets monthly in Salem for
potlucks and discussion of books lotching on the
gay/isebianrt» experience (Cary 5033636036
merionberrysakmOaol com.) <7/05)
Gay Men's Movie bight every second Friday aid « Gay
Potluck every test Friday m Roseburg (7 pm movie.
5^pmpoXck 832^ghrindSl. 541-440-2761J
0/06)
Th* FMtewaMp Group a gay men's activity group
In the greeter Sriem Keizer ^ee. holds monthly
potlucks, city walks, hikes movie nights and special
events. (saMdellowshipgtciup@yahoo.ccm.
www.feiowshipgroup-org.) (7/05)
Washington: Social
TagMhar Wwfc* ie a cunfefenfiel group in McMhmdfe
for quees ad foolr friends to get together far aoctal
events and dtecussions of topics of mutud «ttwest. Meets
second and ftxjrthMcoteys al RrstBepta Church.
(7pm. 125 SECoMe St. Don 5034346266)0/060
Boufel ^Sepa^e fioe fiMftgjl*
in the
Vancouver wea hosta movies. dfcwiq out. campmg trip*
and more. (360-666-6227. temmyheert@ao> com ) 7/OS)