32
aprii 1.2QQ5
outreach
Metro: Anti-violence
provides individual support and advocacy for women
who have expenenced emotional, physical or sexual
abuse in their relationships. Free, confidential and safe
(Emily emilyg&bradleyangle org.)
Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter
Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence
for woman identified domestic violence survivors and a
support group for women battered by women. Also
serves survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Linn
and Benton counties and offers a 24 hour hot line.
HEALTH
confidential shelter, legal and hospital advocacy, safety
planning and support groups (Crisis: 541-754-0110 or
8009270197 Business 541 758-0219 )
Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter
support and resource referral to survivors of domestic and
sexual violence. Lesbian, tn and trans friendy Wheelchair
accessible. TTD. relay calls and collect calls accepted
(Cnsis: 503 654 2288 Business 503 722-2366 )
Portland Women's Crisis Lino 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 wwwpwcl org.)
Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides
resources for sexual minorities who fall through the
cracks of traditional domestic violence services
(PO Box 951. Tualatin, OP 97062 www safe4allorg)
Metro: Health
CityGuys part of the Men's Prevention and Wellness
department at Cascade AIDS Project, strives to help
Portland queer men keep informed and stay healthy by
offenng information, referrals and safer-sex supplies.
Look for staff and volunteers out and about in bnght
yellow T-shirts! (503223 5907
cityguys&cascadeaids org.)
Planned Parenthood of the
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,
insurance welcomed Se habla español. Health centers
in Southeast and Northeast Portland. Gresham,
Beaverton, Salmon Creek, Salem, Bend and
Vancouver, Wash. (800-230-7526 wwwppcw.org.)
time. Call or e-mail for a copy of the newsletter and
information about upcoming events (Peggy
503 909-2002 lgc@spiritone.com.)
Lesbians with Degrees is a social group for
intellectual women and those who want to meet them
(Lam 503-233-3557. Join Ostserv at
LesbianswDegrees-subscnbe@yahoogroups com)
Lulu's Penry 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. Iuluist9excite.com.
www.spiretech.com/~awntie/lulu.htm.)
Mon Over 40 is a small, socially supportive group
that meets second and fourth Thursdays.
(503-777-1376.)
Oregon Men Enjoying Naturism is a social
organization for gay male naturists/nudists. PotldEk
social third Sunday of every month.
(omenpdx@yahoo.com. www geocites.com//omenpdx)
A man despairs at the death that surrounds him in Portland Center Stage's
world premiere production of O Lovely Glowworm, or Scenes of Great Beauty
through April 24.
Metro: Arts & Music
Portland Gay Men’s Chorus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers (503-2262588
www.pdxgmc org.)
Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonauditioned
community choir that welcomes singers, supportive
members and volunteers. (503 453-4117
www. plchoirorg.)
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
potlucks on the second Friday. (7 pm Cart
503-284-2971.)
Roee CRy Gay Freedom Band Is a performance
group for queers and supportive friends of varying
musical skill levels with annual faH and spring concerts.
Subgroups include the Rose City Swing bend and a
marching bend with flag corps. Come join usf
(503790-2170. nfo@ivgfb.org www rcgfb.org.)
Metro: General
Aaten t Pacific lateader Leabteae and Gaye is
a nonprofit community voice for gay, lesbian and bi
Asian and Pacific Islanders. Activities include potlucks,
recreational outings and cultural events. Friendly
environment to meet and connect with other API.
(POBox 12661, Portland. OR 97232
apig_pdx@yahoo.c0mJ
Bad GMa is a social and educational leather and
B/D/S/M club for self-identified women with an
emphasis on safety and education. Workshops,
discussions, events and parties Women of ail
orientations can connect and ask questions during the
Kteky Woman's Weteamteg Munch at 7 pm every
second Tuesday (5039722233. www.pdxbadgida.net)
Caocada Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both
private and professional, in Washington. Oregon and
southern British Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland
area (503701 7922 cas6yers@yahoocom
www geoc.ities.com/casflyers) _
Christian gay and lesbian singles Bible
study/social group forming for those in their 30s
and 40s interested in building and strengthening
relationships, (john316pdx@yahoo.com.)
Coqsure is a social group for people who were
assigned a female sex at birth but identify otherwise
(female-to-mate, genderqueer, drag king. etc.). First
Sunday meetings are open to partners and families of
any configuration (503-471-1515
groups yahoo.com/group/coqsure.)
50+ lesbian social group for women meets on the
third Saturday of the month. (4-7pm. 503-642-3360 or
503-286-3575.)
Funny Ladtea, a social group for nice lesbians 35 and
older as well as their friends and loved ones, holds
potlucks on the second Saturday of each mon
(503639 7488 Hataps@yahoo com.)
Imperial Sovereign Roee Court Of Oro
the oldest gey. lesbian, bi and trans social/fum
organization in the state of Oregon Meetings are the
first two Mondays of each month (www rosecourt org.)
JamM Gay Men’s Group—please call for meeting
time and place. (503 246-5939 efrairr4eM9aol.com)
Kaehet Parttead is a potluck group for Jewish
members of the sexual minorities community and their
partners, spouses and supporters. Its purpose is to help
bmld bridges with the larger Jewish community Monthly
social, religious and cultural events. (David
503-2287079. ext 14.)
Leather Mght and Red Hanky Bedel are the first
and third Friday of each month at Gall's Dirty Duck
Tavern. (9pm-mdnight 439 bM Third Ave
5032248446 eart@leathercigarbaycom.)
is a fun- loving group of women who enjoy exploring 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
meeting. Laune 503977 2903 or Vide
lucyb<rdsong@yahoc com)
The Leetotea Garden CM is a group of women who
love gardens and gardening. They exchange plants
seeds, advice and encouragement while having a good
PDX Les bo Nerds invite interesting, intelligent
women 35 and older to socialize while playing board
games like Scrabble and Spades.
(games.groups.yahoo.com/group/PdxLesboNerds )
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
503641 7224.).
Portland Bisexual Women is a discussion, social
and support group for bi and questioning women.
(503 347 5817. portlandbiwomen@corncast net.
wwwportlandbiwomen freeservers.com.)
Portland Leather Alliance is one of the largest
pansexual, nonprofit B/D/S/M, leather and fetish
lifestyle organizations in the Northwest. Regular social
and educational opportunities, including KinkFest,
Leather Ball, kind auctions and Fall Vendors Fair.
(www pdxleatheraOance org.)
Portland Leather Mon meet every second Saturday
for potluck and socializing. Meet men into a leather
Kfestyte and keep abreast of leather happenings. No
dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just
leather socialization for the pest 21 years.
(360596-6565 pkn9tfrecvey.com.)
Rorttead Motov Prime Timers Is a social group for
mature gay men and those who appreciate them,
coming together for social, educational and cultural
purposes. (RO Box 5884, Portland. OR 97228.
500286-4613 or 360-6935506
pdxptimetimersOyahoo.com.
www geodties.com/pdxprtmetimers)
Roee City Diecuaetew CM, the largest open
pansexual/alternative sexuality club in the Northwest is
open to all orientations, fetishes and Mas tyies that are
safe, sane and consensual. Monthly meetings.
and newehrtter. (503972-1869.
com wwwtvdc.org.)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q-LAND) an HIV/STD prevention organization,
www qland.org.)
Metro: Sexual
Metro: Mental Health
offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals,
couples 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)
The Multnomah County Health Department
STD Program offers testing and treatment for
sexually 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-430 pm Monday Friday
except 12 30-4:30 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark St.,
Sixth Floor. 503-988-3700.)
Metro: Recovery
Willamette Valley: Health
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center
Extended Family hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics
Charms, a nonprofit counseling center affiliated with
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland. (5:30 pm daily. 2400 NE Broadway
503-281 8868)
Pearl Program and Gallery in Dallas, has certified
professionals specializing in adoption, couples, sexual
abuse, dream work and eating disorders. (Michelle Cox
503831 0618.)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (Noon daily. 1 pm Sunday
2400 NE Broadway. 503-2818868 )
meetings and monthly clean and-sober activities for the
queer recovery community (2940A SE Belmont St.
503 238-6091.)
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)
Metro: Physical Recreation
Southern Oregon: Social
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.)
Abdill-Ellis Lambda Community Center plays
host to social events and groups. Call for schedule.
(Suite 112. 208 Oak St., Ashland. Mailing address
PO Box 927. Ashland. OR 97520. 541-488-6990.
www.abdellts org.)
Live and Let Live Club hosts daily 12 step
Amazon Dragons Paddling CM is Portland's only
’out lesbian dragon boat team, providing community.
fitness and physical strength through competitive
racing. Come paddle with the Amazons and work hard,
make new friends and have fun. New members ’
welcome (Ellen 503-2826744
www.amazondragons.org.)
------
Douglas County HIV Resource Center hosts
Gay Men s Movie Night every second Friday and a Gay
Poduck every last Friday in Roseburg (7 pm movie.
5-8 pm potluck. 832 Highland St 541-440-2761J
Washington: Social
The Forest Group outings are cooperative
adventures for women Participants are responsible for
provking their own equipment and choosing outings
appropriate for their skill and fitness level. All skill levels
welcome. (Dawn and Tam 503659-2782
ncc1127@yahoocom.
wwwgeocities.com/ncc1127/forestpdx.)
Social Group for Single Lesbians in the
Vancouver area hosts movies, dining out, camping trips
and more. (3606666227 rammyheart@aolcom.)
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
The Gay Woman's Golf Group welcomes all levels
of players, (www.turfgirtz.com.)
Frontrunners and Walkers is a queer fitness and
Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for
social group in Eugene that meets every Saturday
equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise
_ _ morning. (9 am. 15th and Agate Davis 541-345-1481
503-654 3865. Lynn 503-777-2339. kelrav@rdropcom.)
or Sadie 541 683-2692.)
Out Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples
at Ankeny Street Studio. Classes for different dance
states start the first Friday of each month: country,
swing, tango, cha-cha, etc. Call for schedule.
(503236-5129 out_dancingOyahoo.com.
home.att. net/~outdancmg.)
Eugene's GLBT Tennis Group meets every Saturday
and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon. West 20th
Avenue and Polk Street kfranken8@yahoo.com)
Willamette Valley: Social
OutKayaidng iterthweet is Portland's gay and
lesbian sea kayak group explonng the area's lakes,
rivers and bays. (503-231-2632.
www.outkayakingnw.com.)
Capitol Forum is a gay/lesbian nonprofit social
service organization serving the mid-Willamette Valley.
(503363-0006. POBox 663, Salem. OR97308-0663.
www.salemcf.orgJ
Pacific Coast Yacht CM welcomes gey and
lesbian sailboat and powerboat owners to cruise the
Willamette River, Columbia River and Multnomah
Channel Promotes good fellowship and safe boating.
(www.pcydub.org.)
-.
Confluence: The WHtainetfte Volley Mixed
GALA Chants rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Universalist Congregation of Salem. (4-6:30 pm. 5090
Center St. NE. 503364 2370 confhience@aol.com.
www.confluencechorus.org)
Portl® il Gey A Lesbien Community Bowileti
Aaaoctetten is in Its 27th season! Meets Sundays at
Holywood Bowl Drop-ins welcome anytime. (3:30 pm.
4030 NE Haisey St. Mailing address; PO Box 42034.
Portland. OR97242 503-7220438.
pdxbowl@comca8t.net wwwpdxbowl.com.)
Eugene's GUT Movie Night group gets together
every Thursday to view and discuss GLBT films. (7 pm.
kfranken8@yahoo.com.)
Family Values meets monthly to provide a social
support network created by and for queer youth,
families and ekes. (541-485-9953
famJy_values_pride9hotmail.com)
Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner, Portion^ Frootnmaero welcomes gey.
lesbian, bl and trans
of al abMes and intereats
www.portlandmntninnen.otg.)
Raaaamsm Raaaktera. Portland's gey and lesbian
square dance dub, dances at mainstream and plus
levels. (POBox5352. Portland. OR97228-5352
Raby Red8lppere.agroupof geyandtesbien
scuba divers tn the Portland area, teaches new recruits
and takes dives h Tacome. Hoods Cartel and other
Pacific Northwest waters. (mbyrednppamOyahoo.comJ
takes day tripe. (7:15 pm second Thursday. 9848 N
Whitaker Road www.hevanet.com/chama/wow)
Team Orogoa. the umbrete worts group cooalnating
efforts for Outgames 2006 in Montreal and Gey Games
2006 m Chicago, holds monthly meetings for those
wanting to partfcipete (503736-3292.
www.teemoregon2008.org)
Women Wba Cook and Recipe Ixehaafo holds
a potluck the first Saturday of every month for women
who love to cook, meet naw friends and share culinary
ideas and treats. (503330-9629 jeyveer@comcast.net)
Team Itoaate meets Sundays st University of
Porttend. Al levtos of play welcome. First time is free,
subsequent times are $3. Pisase join us! (5 wn-noon.
5035168329. teemportlandtenni9@yahoo com J
Women of the Rivers, the Porttand/Vancower chapter
of the Woman aa Whaate Mataeeycte CM
meets monthly at Elmer’s, sponsors iking clinics and
The Triangle Project 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
(503 224 0075 www asaptxorg.)
provides resources and referrals on men's health
challenges and holds bar testing, touching, yoga, film
salon and other events promoting wellness and
intimacy (503 223-8822 mfo@qlandorg.
wwwrosetownramblers.com)
Boybays Vegetarian Mrote Group is a fun. social
gathering for gay and bi men who are interested m a
healthy vegetarian or vegan Kfestyte. A variety of
activities and monthly potlucks on the test Friday
(veggieguya@eol.com.)
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12 step program
for those suffering 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 spiritual solution (78 pm
Tuesday 909 NW 24th Ave. Second Floor
503-452-5961 www portlandsaa org.)
teachers from various traditions and studios, helps
sexual minority 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.)
.
Lavender Wataya is a warm and friendy lesbian
group In Salem for support, fun and friendship Game
nights, bowling, barbecues, bunco, camping, flag
football etc.'OOm 503581-5102.
www ¡avenderwomyn.com.)
Marteabarry Batea meets monthly in Sdem for
potlucks and dtecussion of books touching an the
gay/lesbian/bi experience (Cary503363-6036
morionberrysaknOad.com)
The Fefiawehip Group, a gay men's activity group
in the greater Setem-Keizer area, holds monthly
potlucks, city walks, hikes, movie nights and special
events (satemMowsltjpgrDupfliatoo.com.
—
www. feHowshpgrvup.org.)
Together Works is a confidential group in
McMinnville for queers and their friends to get together
for social events and discussions of topics of mutual
interest Meets second and fourth Mondays at First
Baptist Church. (7 pm. 125 SE Cowls St Don
5034346266)