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HEALTH
Metro: Anti-violence
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 expenenced
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 offers shelter,
support and resource referral to survivors of
domestic and sexual violence Lesbian, bi and trans
fnendly 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 crisis
intervention hot line and provides information and
referrals for shelter, counseling and support groups.
SOCIAL
888235 5333 www pwcl.org.)
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.)
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 bnght
yellow T-shirts! (503-223 5907
cityguys@cascadeaids. org.)
please call for meeting time and place
(503 246 5939 efraimlevi@aol.com.)
is a social gathering foe 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
Carl 503 284-2971)
Rose City Gay Freedom Band is a
performance group for queers and supportive friends
of varying musical skill levels with annual fall and
spring 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.rcgfb.org.)
Metro: General
Asian A Pacific Islander Lesbians and Gays
is a nonpiofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi
Asian and Pacific Islanders. Activities include
potlucks, recreational outings and cultural events.
Fnendly environment to meet and connect with other
API. (POBox 12661, Portland. OR 97232
aplg pdx@yahoo.com)
Bad Giris 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 during
the Kinky Women's Welcoming Munch at 7 pm
every second Tuesday (503 972-2233
www.pdxbadgir1s.net)
Cascade Flyers are gay. lesbian and bi aviators,
both private and professional, in Washington.
Oregon and southern Bntish Columbia Dinner
meetings m Portland area (503-701-7922
casflyers@yahoo.com.
www geocities.com/casflyers)
Clackamas County social group forming for
single gay women 35 and older.
(ccchicks05@yahoo com.)
Coqsure is a s. <cial 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)
50+ lesbian social group for women meets on
the third Saturday of the month (4-7 pm
503 642-3360 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
montfr (503-639- 7488 flataps@yahoo com.)
Genealogy group forming Gather with other
lesbian researchers to trace your family tree and
tackle "bnckwaH" female ancestors
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the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund
raising organization in the state of Oregon Meetings
Extended Family hosts queer friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland. (5 30 pm daily 2400 NE
Broadway 503-281 8868)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (Noon daily. 1 pm Sunday.
2400 NE Broadway 503281 8868.)
Live and Let Live Club offers the sexual
minorities community a safe place to find friendship,
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling
Center offers sliding fee scale counseling for
recovery and clean-and-sober activities Meeting
space available for 12 step groups. (1210 SE
Seventh Ave 503 238-6091)
12-step group of queer and
questioning people who support one
another in recovering f(om the effects
of another person's dnnking
(6-7:30 pm Thursday. 1244 NE 39th
Ave. 503-223 8822. ext. 1.
www alanonportlandoregon. org.)
Rush Hour Reprieve is an open
Alcoholics Anonymous meeting.
(5:30 pm Monday Fnday 1210 SE
Seventh Ave. 503 772 5213.)
Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-
step program for those suffering from
addictive sexual behaviors. Any gender
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.drg.)
The Forest Group 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 2 782 nccl 127@yahoo.com.
www.geocities.com/
nccl 127/forestpdx )
Leather Night and Red Hanky
Social are the first and third Friday of
each month at Gail's Dirty Duck
Tavern. (9 pm-midmght 439 NW Third
Ave 503-224-8446.
ear1@leathercigarboy. com.)
The Gay Women's GoW Group
welcomes all levels of players.
(www. turfgiriz. com.)
Lesbians Enjoying Nature and
Science (LENS) is a fun-loving
Lesbian Equestrian Group gets
group of women who enjoy exploring
together for equestrian activities in the
Ubergay Cabaret revives its acclaimed pop drag opera
all aspects of the environment
Pacific Northwest (Denise
Jack’s Off the Beanstalk July 9 at Bossanova Ballroom.
Activities include bird watching, nature
503-654-3865 Lynn 503-777 2339
walks, archaeology, camping,
kelrav@rdrop.com.)
kayaking, star gazing and an
Out Dancing teaches dancing for
occasional "lecture." No experience necessary.
Portland Leather Alliance is one of the largest
same-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio. Classes
(6 45-8.30 pm second Thursday planning meeting
pansexual. nonprofit B/D/S/M, leather and fetish
for different dance styles start the first Friday of
Laurie 503-977-2903 lensnews@yahoo com)
lifestyle organizations in the Northwest. Regular
each month: country, swing, tango, cha-cha. etc. Call
social and educational opportunities, including
The Lesbian Garden Club is a group of women
for schedule (503-236-5129
KinkFest. Leather Ball, kind auctions and Fall
who love gardens and gardening They exchange
out danctng@yahoo. com.
Vendors Fair, (www pdxleatheralliance.org.)
plants, seeds, advice and encouragement while
home.att net/~outdancing)
having a good time. Call or e mail for a copy of the
Portland Leather Men meet every second
OutKayaking Portland's gay and lesbian sea
Saturday for potluck and socializing. Meet men mto
newsletter and information about upcoming events
kayak group, explores the lakes, nvers and bays of
(Peggy 503-909 2002 lgc@spiritone com)
a leather lifestyle and keep abreast of leather
Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington
happenings No dues, no formal organization, no
Lesbians with Degrees is a social group for
(www outkayaking. org.)
officers or board, just leather socialization for the
intellectual women and those who want to meet
past 21 years (360-896-6665 plm&direcway com )
Pacific Coast Boating Club provides
them. (Lani 503-233-3557 Join Itstserv at
opportunities for gay and lesbian boaters to come
LesbianswDegrees-subscribe@yahoogroups com.)
Portland Metro Prime Timers is a social group
together for fun on local nvers and promotes safe
for mature gay men and those who appreciate them,
Lulu's Pervy Playhouse is a social group for
boating. (paccoastboatclub@comcast net.)
coming together for social, educational and cultural
self identifying women who are into S/M Play
Portland Gay * Lesbian Community
purposes (PO Box 5884, Portland. OR 97228
parties are held on the second Saturday of the
503-286-4613 or 360693 5506
Bowling Association is in its 27th season'
month (503-231-3992. dykedadi@comcast.net
pdxpnmetimers@yahoo com.
Meets Sundays at Hollywood Bowl Drop ms
www luluspervyplayhouae. org.)
www geocities, com/pdxprimetimers.)
welcome anytime (3:30 pm. 4030 NE Halsey St
Mon Over 40 is a small, socially supportive group
Mailing address: PO Box 42034. Portland. OR
Rainriders Motorcycle Club meets weekly at
that meets second and fourth Thursdays
97242 503-722 0438. pdxbowl@comcast net
the Roxy Ride your bike or just come meet the
(503-777-1376.)
wwwpdxbowl.com.)
group Everyone welcome (10 am Sunday
Oregon Mon Enjoying Naturism is a social
1121 SW Stark St www pdx-rrmc com.)
Whether you're a running novice or a seasoned
organization for gay male naturists/nudists Potluck
marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcomes
Rose City Discussion Club. the largest open
social third Sunday of every month
gay. lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and
pansexual/altemative sexuality club in the
(omenpdx@yahoo. com
interests. (Gary info@portlandfrontrunneis.org
Northwest, is open to all orientations fetishes and
wwwgeocites.eom//omenpdx)
www portlandfrontrunners org )
lifestyles that are safe, sane and consensual
PDX Lesbo Nerds invite interesting, intelligent
Monthly meetings, workshops and newsletter
Rosetown Ramblers Portland's gay and lesbian
women 35. and older to socialize while playing board
(503-972-1869 rcdc&teleport com www rcdc.org.)
square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus
games like Scrabble and Spades
levels (PO Box 5352. Portland. OR 97228 5352
Soyboys Vegetarian Men's Group is a fun.
(games groups yahoo com/group/PdxLesboNerds)
www rosetownramblers com)
social gathenng for gay and bi men who are
The gay Pinochle Group meets Sundays at
interested in a healthy vegetarian or vegan lifestyle
Ruby Red Flippers a group of gay and lesbian
Hobo's Come play cards and meet the gang New
A variety of activities and monthly potlucks on the
scuba divers m the Portland area, teaches new
players always welcome (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave
last Friday (veggieguys&aolcom.)
recruits and takes dives tn Tacoma. Hood Canal and
Mike 503-641 7224 )
other Pacific Northwest waters
Women of the Rivers, the Portland/Vancouver
(rubyredfhppers&yahoo com
Poder Latino is a nonprofit social community
chapter of the Women on Wheels Motorcycle
www rubyredflippers org)
voice group for gay. lesbian, bi and trans people that
Club meets monthly at Elmer's, sponsors riding
reaches out to Latinos and Latinas by organizing
Team Oregon, the umbrella sports group
clinics and takes day tnps (715 pm second
events and retreats and advocating HIV prevention
Thursday 9848 N Whitaker Road
coordinating efforts for Outgames 2006 in Montreal
Meets every other Monday at Outside In. (6 30 pm.
www hevanet com/chama/wow )
and Gay Games 2006 in Chicago, holds monthly
1030 SW 13th Ave Hugo 5039978615 or
meetings for those wanting to participate
Audencio 503-261 5463 )
(503- 736 3292 www teamoregon2006 org )
social and support group for bi and questioning
women (¿03-3475817.
portlandbiwomen@comcast net
www portlandbrwomen freeservers com.)
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 espariol. (9 am-4 30 pm Monday-
Fnday except 1230-4:30 pm Wednesday 426 SkV
Stark St, Sixth Floor 503-988 3700.)
Rainbow Recovery Al-Alon is a
Kashet Portland is a potluck group
for Jewish members of the sexual
minonties 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.)
Portland Bieexual Woman is a discussion,
and sexual onentation is welcome Weekly gay and
lesbian friendly 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
Metro: Recovery
Metro: Mental Health
are the first two Mondays of each
month (www.rosecourt.org.)
Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to singers,
Creative Connection (formerly Real Connection)
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
www.qland.org.)
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
Jewish Gay Men's Group
Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonauditioned
community choir that welcomes singers, supportive
members and volunteers. (503-453-4117.
www plchoir.org.)
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q LAND) an HIV/STD prevention organization,
Planned Parenthood of the
Columbia/Willamette provides
Metro: Arts & Music
support members and volunteers. (503 226 2588
www pdxgmc. org.)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of
teachers from vanous 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.
bart@stonewallschool. org.)
individuals, couples and groups in a safe, confidential
and supportive environment Also offers a Sexual
Minorities Women Support Group on Tfiursdays and
an FtM Trauma Survivor Support Group on
Wednesdays (1111 SW 10th Ave. 503 294 7440)
Metro: Physical Recreation
Adventure Group organizes a variety of activities
year round, including hiking, walking, cross country
and downhill skiing, rafting arid mountain biking
(PO Box 2201. Portland. OR 97208 2201
Teem Tennis meets Sundays at University of
Portland. All levels of play welcome. First time is
free, subsequent times are $3 Please join us'
(Bamnoon 503516-8329
teamportlandtennis@yahoo com.)
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.
(Cnsis: 800-281-2800 Business 541-485-8232.)
Southern Oregon: Social
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 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
rammyheart@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
541683-2692 or Hank 541 484-8259.)
Eugene's GLBT Tennis Group meets every
Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon
Wesf 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 satemcf org.)
Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed
GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Umversalist Congregation of Salem. (4 6.30 pm
5090 Center St NE 503 364-2370
confluence@aol com. www confluencechorus org.)
Eugene's GLBT Movie Night group gets
together every Thursday to view and discuss queer
films (7 pm. 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_pnde@hotmailcom.)
Lavender Womyn is a warm and friendly lesbian
group with chapters in Salem. Eugene and Portland
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 m Salem for
potlucks and discussion of books touching on the
gay/lesban/bi experience (Cary 503 363 6036
manonberrysalon@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 )
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