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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (June 17, 2005)
expenenced in addressing their special needs (www gayyogaportland com. bart@stonewallschool. org. ) Queer Love Action Network for Discovery (Q LAND) an HIV/STD prevention organization, 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 women who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse in their relationships Free, confidential and safe (Crisis: 503 281 2442 Business 503 232 7805, ext 3 emilyg@bradleyangle org.) Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence 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 ) Clackamas Women's Services iffers shelter, 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 503 722 2366) Portland Women's Crisis Line offers free and confidential services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence It operates a 24-hour cnsis intervention hot line and provides information and referrals for shelter, counseling and support groups SOCIAL Metro: Arts & Music resources for sexual minorities who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services (PO Box 951. Tualatin. OB 97062 www safe4all org) 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 offering information, referrals and safer sex supplies Look for staff and volunteers out and about in bright yellow T-shirts! (503-223 5907 cityguys&cascadeaids oiq) performance group for queers and supportive fnends of varying musical skill levels with annual fall and spnng concerts. Subgroups include the Rose City Swing band and a marching band with flag corps Come join us' (503 790-2170. info@rcgfb.org. www rcgtb.org.) Metro: General Asian & Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays 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 (PO Box 12661 Portland. OR 97232 aplg pdx@yahoo com) Bad Girls 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 all orientations can connect and ask questions dunng the Kinky Women's Welcoming Munch at 7 pm every second Tuesday (503-972-2233. www pdxbadgiris net.) Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators, both private and professional, in Washington, Oregon and southern British Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland area. (503 701-7922 casffyers@yahoo com. www geocities, com/cas flyers) Clackamas County social group forming for single gay women 35 and older. (ccchicks05@yahoo com) 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 4 71 1515 groups yahoo com/group/coqsure) 50* lesbian social group for women meets on the third Saturday of the month (4 7 pm. 503642-3360 or 503 286 3575) Funny Ladies 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 month. (503 639 7488 flataps&yahoo com) Genealogy group forming. Gather with other lesbian researchers to trace your family tree and tackle " brickwall' female ancestors (famhistnw@aol com.) Imperial Sovereign Rose Court of Oregon is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund rinsing organization in the state of Oregon Meetings Lunch Bunch hosts queer ftlendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland (Noon daily. 1 pm Sunday 2400 NE Broadway 503-281 8868.) Live and Let Live Club offers the sexual minorities community a safe place to find fnendship. recovery and clean and-sober activities. Meeting space available for 12 step groups (1210 SE Seventh Ave 503 238-6091) 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 espanol Health centers in Southeast and Northeast Portland. Gresham, Beaverton. Salmon Creek. Salem. Bend and Vancouver, Wash (800-230 7526 www ppcw org) Alcoholics Anonymous meeting (5:30 pm Monday Fnday 1210 SE Seventh Ave. 503 7725213.) Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12- Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of teachers from vanous traditions and studios, helps sexual minonty and HIV-positive people find yoga classes that are specifically welcoming and/or step program for those suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender are the first two Mondays of each month. (www rosecourt, org.) The Forest Group Keshet Portland is a potluck group for Jewish Rose City Gay Freedom Band is a Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland (5 30 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway 503 281 8868) outings are cooperative adventures for women Participants are responsible for providing their own equipment and choosing outings appropriate for their skill and fitness level All skill levels welcome (Dawn and Tami 503-659-2782 nccl 127@yahoo.com www geocities com/ nccl 127/forestpdx.) Jewish Gay Men's Group— please call for members of the sexual minorities community and their partners, 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 ) Leather Night and Red Hanky Social are the first and third Fnday of each month at Gail's Dirty Duck Tavern. (9 pm-midnight 439 NW Third Ave. 503-224-8446 ead@leathercigarboy. com.) Lesbians Enjoying Nature and Science (LENS) 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 "lectureNo expenence necessary. (6 45-8:30 pm second Thursday planning meeting Laune 503 977 2903 or Vicki lucybirdsong@yahoo.com.) 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 503-909 2002. Igc@spintone.com.) Lesbians with Degrees is a social group for intellectual women and those who want to meet them (Lani 503-233-3557 Join listserv at LesbianswDegrees-subscribe@yahoogroups com.) 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 dykedadi@comcast.net www luluspervyplayhouse org.) The Gay Women's Golf Group welcomes all levels of players (www turfgirlz.com) .. . .. Queer artist Marne Lucas is among the self-portraits on display in First Person through June 29 at Froelick Gallery. Portland Leather Men meet every second Saturday for potluck and socializing. Meet men into a leather lifestyle and keep abreast of leather happenings. No dues, no formal organization, no officers or board, just leather socialization for the past 21 years. (360-896-6665 plm@direcwaycom.) Portland Metro 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 pdxpnmetimers@yahoo. com www geocities, com/pdxprimetimers) Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise 503 654-3865. Lynn 503 7772339. kelrav@rdrop.com) Out Dancing teaches dancing for same sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for different dance styles start the first Friday of each month: country, swing, tango, cha-cha. etc. Call for schedule (503-236 5129. ouL dancmg&yahoo com. home att. net/~outdancing.) OutKayaking Portland's gay and lesbian sea kayak group, explores the lakes, rivers and bays of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. (www. outkayaking org. ) Men Over 40 is a small, socially supportive group Rainriders Motorcycle Club meets weekly at Pacific Coast Boating Club provides that meets second and fourth Thursdays (503-777 1376.) the Roxy. Ride your bike or just come meet the group Everyone welcome (10 am Sunday. 1121 SW Stark St. www.pdx-rrmc com.) opportunities for gay and lesbian boaters to come together for fun on local rivers and promotes safe boating (paccoastboatclub@comcast. net.) Rose City Discussion Club the largest open pansexual/altemative sexuality club in the Northwest, is open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual Monthly meetings, workshops and newsletter (503-972 1869 rcdc@teleport com www rede org ) Portland Gay & Lesbian Community Bowling Association is in its 27th season! Oregon Men Enjoying Naturism is a social organization for gay male naturists/nudists Potluck social third Sunday of every month. (omenpdx@yahoo com. www geocites com//omenpdx.) PDX Lesbo Nerds invite interesting, intelligent women 35 and older to socialize while playing board game« like Scrabble and Spades (games groups.yahoo com/group/PdxLesboNerds) The gay Pinochle Group meets Sundays at Hobo's Come play cards and meet the gang New players always welcome (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave Mike 503 641.7224.) Poder Latino is a nonprofit social community voice group for gay. lesbian, bi and trans people that reaches out to Latinos and Latinas by organizing events and retreats and advocating HIV prevention Meets every other Monday at Outside In. (630 pm 1030 SW 13th Ave Hugo 503-997 8615 or Audencio 503 261 -5463.) Portland Bisexual Women 3 a discussion, social and support group for bi and questioning women (503-347-5817 portlandbiwomen@comcast. net www podlandbiwomen freeservers com) Portland Leather Alliance s 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 pdxleatheralliance org) Soyboys Vegetarian Men's Group is a fun. social gathering for gay and bi men who are interested in a healthy vegetarian or vegan lifestyle A vanety of activities and monthly potlucks on the last Friday, (veggieguys@aol.com) Women of the Rivers, the Portland/Vancouver chapter of the Women on Wheels Motorcycle Club meets monthly at Elmer's, sponsors riding clinics and takes day trips. (7:15 pm second Thursday 9848 N Whitaker Road www hevanet. com/chama/wow) 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 972082201. www adventuregroup org) Amazon Dragons Paddling Club invites women 16 and older to join Portland s only out lesbian dragon boat team Be part of the fun and fitness with this dynamic group (www amazondragons, org.) and sexual onentation is welcome Weekly gay- and lesbian fnendly meeting at Alano Club focuses on Steps 1 -2 3 and the spintual solution (7-8 pm Tuesday 909 NW 24th Ave.. Second Floor 503 452 5961 www portlandsaa org) The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Rush Hour Reprieve s an open support members and volunteers (503-226-2588. www pdxgmc org.) 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 Fnday. (7 pm. Cari 503-284-2971) individuals, couples and groups in a safe, confidential and supportive environment Also offers a Sexual Metro: Recovery Extended Family hosts queer friendly Alcoholics Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette orovides confidential and meeting time and place. (503-246-5939 efraimlevi@aol.com) community choir that welcomes singers, supportive members and volunteers (503-453^-4117 www.plchoir.org.) Metro: Mental Health YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding fee scale counseling for Portland Gay Men’s Chorus is open to singers, Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonauditioned 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@qland org www qland.org.) Minorities Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays. (1111 SW 10th Ave. 503 294 7440.) Meets Sundays at Hollywood Bowl Drop ins welcome anytime. (3:30 pm. 4030 NE Halsey St Mailing address PO Box 42034. Portland. OR 97242 503-722-0438 pdxbowl@comcast.net www.pdxbowl.com) Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned marathone Portland Frontrunners welcomes gay. lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and interests (Gary info@portlar>dfrontrunners org. www portlandfron trunners org ) 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.) Ruby Red Flippers a group of gay and lesbian scuba divers in the Portland area, teaches new recruits and takes dives in Tacoma Hood Canal and other Pacific Northwest waters (rubyredflippers@yahoo. com www rubyredflippers org.) Team Oregon the umbrella sports group coordinating efforts for Outgames 2006 in Montreal and Gay Games 2006 in Chicago, holds monthly meetings for those wanting to participate (503-7363292 www teamoregon2006 org) Team Tennis meets Sundays at University of Portland All levels of play welcome. First time is free, subsequent times are $3 Please join us' 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.asaptx.org.) Metro: Sexual 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 espanol (9 am-4.30 pm Monday- Friday except 12 30-4 30 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark St. Sixth Floor 503 988 3700) Willamette Valley: Health Charms a nonprofit counseling center affiliated with Pearl Program and Gallery in Dallas, has certified professionals specializing in adoption, couples, sexual abuse, dream work and eating disorders. (Michelle Cox 503-831-0618 ) 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.) (8 am-noon. 503-516 8329. teamportlandtennis@yahoo. com.) Southern Oregon: Social Abd ill - 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. 541-4886990 www abdellis org) Douglas County HIV Resource Center hosts Gay Men's Movie Night every second Friday and a Gay Potluck every last Friday in Roseburg. (7 pm movie. 5-8 pm potluck 832 Highland St. 541 440-2761.) Washington: Social Social Group for Single Lesbians in the Vancouver area hosts movies, dining out. camping trips, concerts and more. (360 666 6227. rainmyheart@aol com.) Willamette Valley: Physical Recreation Frontrunners and Walkers is a queer fitness and social group in Eugene that meets every Saturday morning. (9 am. 15th and Agate. Sadie 541 683-2692 or Hank 541 484 6259) 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 Capitol 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 salemcf org.) Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitanan Universalist Congregation of Salem (4-6:30 pm. 5090 Center St NE 503-364 2370 conhuence@aol. com www.confluencechorus.org ) Eugene's GLBT Movie Night group gets together every Thursday to view and discuss queer films. (7pm. kfranken8@yahoo com) Family Values meets monthly to provide a social support network created by and for queer youth, families and allies (541-485 9953 family_ values pride@hotmail com) Lavender Womyn is a warm and fnendly lesbian group in Salem for support, fun and friendship. Game nights, bowling, barbecues, bunco, camping, flag football, etc. (Kim 503 581 5102. www lavenderwomyn com) Marionberry Salon meets monthly in Salem for potlucks and discussion of books touching on the gay/lesbian/bi experience (Cary 503 363-6036. marionberrysalon@aol. com) The Fellowship Group a gay men's activity group in the greater Salem-Keizer area, holds monthly potlucks, city walks, hikes, movie nights and ‘ special events, (salemfellowshipgroup@yahoo.com www fellowshipgroup 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 503-434-6266)
