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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
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 crisis
intervention hot line and provides information and
referrals for shelter, counseling and support groups
Sexual assault advocates and foreign language
SOCIAL
Metro: Arts & Music
Portland Gay Man's Chorus is open to singers,
support members and volunteers. (503-226 2588
wwwpdxgmc org.)
Portland Lesbian Choir is a nonauditioned
community choir that welcomes singers, supportive
members and volunteers. (503-453-4117.
www plchoir.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.
Carl 503-284 2971.)
Rose City Gay Freedom Band is a
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 bend with flag corps.
Come join us! (503-790-2170. info@rcgfb.org.
www.rcgfb.org.)
Metro: General
Asian t Pacific Wander Lesbians and Gaye
is a nonprofit 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_pdxQyahoo.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. (503972-2233
wwwpdxbadgirtsnet.)
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
casffyersQyahoo com.
www geocities com/cas flyers )
Clackamas County social group forming for
single gay women 35 and older
(ccchicks05@yahoocom)
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 (4-7pm
5036423360 or 503-286-3575.)
FTM Pacific NW OR A WA is a social and
discussion group for female to male trans men.
(groups yahoo com/group/FTM PacificNW)
translation available (503 235 5333 or
888-235 5333 www pwclorg.)
Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides
resources for sexual minorities 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 bright yellow T-shirts!
(503 223 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 espanol
Health centers in Southeast and Northeast Portland.
Gresham. Beaverton. Salmon Creek. Salem, Bend
and Vancouver, Wash (800-230-7526
www ppcw.org)
Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of
teachers from various traditions and studios, helps
sexual minonty and HIV-positive people find yoga
classes that are specifically welcoming and/or
experienced in addressing their special needs
Imperial Sovereign Rose Court of Oregon is
the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund-
raising organization in the state of Oregon. Meetings
are the first two Mondays of each month.
(www.rosecourt.org.)
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Jewish Gay Men's Group— please call for
meeting time and place. (503-246-5939
efraimlevi&aol. com.)
Keshet Portland is a potluck group for Jewish
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. (David503-226-7079. ext. 14)
Leather Night and Rod 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. eari@leathercigarboy.com)
Lssbisns Enjoying Nature and Sciatica
(LENS) is a fun-loving group of women who enjoy
explonng aH aspects of the environment. Activities
include bird watching, nature walks, archaeology,
camping, kayaking, star gazing and an occasional
’lecture ' No experience necessary. (6 45-830pm
second Thursday planning meeting. Laune
503-977-2903. lensnewsQyahoo.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 lgcOspirttone.com.)
Leeblame with Degrees is a social group for
intellectual women and those who went to meet
them. (Lani 503-233-3557 Join kstserv at
LesbianswDegrees-subschbeOyahoogroups.com.)
Lulu's Penry Pl ayho u se 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. dykedadQcomcast.net.
www.luluspervyplayhouse. org.)
Men Over 40 is a small, socially supportive group
that meets second and fourth Thursdays.
(503-777-1376.)
RMves enjoying iwM»ui^9in is a social
organization for gay male naturists/nudists Potluck
social third Sunday of every month
(omenpdxQyahoo com
www geocites. com//omenpdx)
POX FTM is a social group for female-to-male
trans men and their significant others, fnends.
families and allies
(groups yahoo com/group/PDX_, FTM)
POX Lesbo 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
Hobo s Come play cards and meet the gang New
players always welcome (6 pm 120 NW Third Ave
Mike 503-641 7224 )
Funny Ladies a social group for nice lesbians 35
and older as well as their fnends and loved ones,
holds potlucks on the second Saturday of each
month (503-639-7488 flatapsQyahoocom.)
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 (6 30 pm
1030 SW 13th Ave Hugo 503 997-8615 or
Audencio 503-261-5463.)
Genealogy group forming Gather with other
lesbian researchers to trace your family tree and
tackle “bnckwair female ancestors
(famhistn wQaol com.)
Portland Bisexual Women is a discussion,
social and support group for tx and questioning
women (503-347-5817
portlandbrwomenQcomcast net
Queer Love Action Network for Discovery
(Q-LAND) an HIV/STD prevention organization
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.)
Metro: Mental Health
YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling
Center 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 )
Metro: Recovery
Extended Family hosts queer fnendly Alcoholics
Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community
Church of Portland (530 pm daily. 2400 NE
Broadway 503-281 8868)
Lunch Bunch hosts queer fnendly 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 friendship,
recovery and clean-and-sober activities Meeting
• space available for 12 step groups (1210 SE
Seventh Ave 503-238 6091)
Rainbow Recovery Al-Alon is a 12 step group
of queer and questioning people who support one
another in recovering from
the effects of another
person’s drinking
(6-7 30 pm Thursday
1244 NE 39th Ave
503 223 8822 ext 1.
www al-anonportlandoregon
org)
Rush Hour Reprieve is
an open Alcoholics
Anonymous meeting
(5 30 pm Monday Fnday
1210 SE Seventh Ave
503 772 5213)
Sex Addicts
Irina Rivkin performs her gutsy vocal world-folk originals
Anonymous is a 12 step
program for those suffering
Aug. 5 at 3 Friends Coffeehouse.
from addictive sexual
behaviors Any gender and
walk in Most insurance plans accepted; sliding-scale
sexual onentation is welcome Weekly gay- and
fee Se habla espanol (9 am-4 30 pm Monday-
lesbian-fnendly meeting at Alano Club focuses on
Friday except 12.30-4 30 pm Wednesday 426 SW
Steps 1-2-3 and the spiritual solution. (7 8 pm
Stark St.. Sixth Floor 503-988-3700)
Tuesday 909 NW 24th Ave. Second Floor
503-452 5961 www portlandsaa org)
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 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
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.)
www.portlandbiwomen freeservers. com.)
Southern Oregon: Social
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 pdxleatheralliance.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.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.)
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 plmQdirecway.com.)
Washington: Social
Portland Metro Prime Timer« 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/pdxpnmetimers .)
Social Group for Single Lesbians in the
Vancouver area hosts movies, dining out, camping
trips, concerts and more. (360-666-6227
rainmyheart@aol.com.)
Rainriders Motorcycle Club meets weekly at
the Roxy. Ride your bike or just come meet the
group. Everyone welcome. (10 am Sunday
1121 SW Stark St. www.pdx-rrmc.com.)
Roue 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. rcdcQteleport.com. www.rcdc.org.)
Soyboys Vegetarian Men’s Group is a fun,
social gathering for gay and bi men who are
interested m a healthy vegetarian or vegan lifestyle.
A variety of activities and monthly potlucks on the
last Friday. (veggieguysOaol.com.)
Women of the Rivers, the Portiand/Vancouver
chapter of the Women oa Wheels Motorcycle
Chib, meets monthly at Elmer's, sponsors ridfog
clinics and takes day trips (7:15 pm second
Thursday. 9848 N Whitaker Roed.
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 97208-2201.
www adventuregroup org)
Amaron Dragons Paddling Club invites
women 16 and older to pin Portland's only out
lesbian dragon boat team Be part of the fun and
fitness with this dynamic group.
(wwwamazondragons.org.)
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 503-659-2782
nccl 127@yahoo com
wwwgeocities.com/nccl 127/forestpdx.)
The Gey Women's GoH Group welcomes all
levels of players (www turfgiriz com )
Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for
equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest
(Denise 503654-3865 Lynn 503-777-2339
kelravQrdrop. com.)
National Gay Basketball League is forming a
chapter in Portland to represent Oregon m the 2006
Gay Games (wwwngbaus/portland/pdxhtm)
Out Dancing teaches dancing for same sex
couples at Ankeny Street Studio Classes for
Willamette Valley:
Physical Recreation
Ashland's ArtAttack Theater hits the
road with Great Highway through
Aug. 8.
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 )
different dance styles start the first Friday of each
month: country, swing, tango, cha-cha, etc. Call for
schedule. (503-236-5129. out_dancingQyahoo.com.
home.att net/~outdancing)
Eugene's GLBT Tennis Group meets every
Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. (Noon.
West 20th Avenue and Polk Street.
kfranken8Oyahoo.com.)
OutKayaking Portland's gay and lesbian sea
kayak group, explores the lakes, rivers and bays of
Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.
(www.outkayaking.org.)
Willamette Valley: Social
Pacific Coast Boating Club provides
opportunities for gay and lesbian boaters to come
together for fun on local rivers and promotes safe
Portland Gay A Lesbian Community
Bowling Aoeodation to in its 27th season!
Meets Sundays at Holywood Bowl. Drop-ins
welcome anytime. (3:30 pm. 4030 NE Halsey St.
Mailing address: PO Box 42034, Portland. OR
97242 503-722-0438 pdxbowfQcomcast.net.
www pdxbowl com.)
Capitol Forum is a gay/lesbian nonprofit social
service organization serving the mid-WHIamette
Valley. (5033630006. POBox663. Salem. OR
973080663 www.saiemcf.org)
GALA Chorau rehearses Sundays at Unitarian
Universakst Congregation of Satan. (4-630 pm.
5090 Center St. NE 503-364-2370
confiuenceQao! com. www.con8uencechonis.org.)
Eugene’s GLBT Movie Night group gets
together every Thursday to view and discuss queer
films. (7pm kfranken8@yahoo com)
Whether you’re a running novice or a seasoned
marathoner. Portland Frontrunners welcomes
gay. lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and
interests. (Gary infoOportlandfrontrunners.org.
www.portlandfrontrunners, org.)
Family Values meets monthly to provide a social
support network created by and for queer youth,
families and allies. (541-485 9953.
family _ values^ prideOhotmail com.)
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)
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.)
Ruby Rod 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
(rubyredflippersQyahoo com
www ruby red flippers org.)
Team Oregon, the umbrella sports group
coordinating efforts for Outgames 2006 in Montreal
and Gay Games 2006 m Chicago, holds monthly
meetings for those wanting to participate
(503-736-3292 www.teamoregon2006.org.)
Team Tennis meets Sundays at University of
Portland AH levels of play welcome First time is
free, subsequent times are $3. Please join us!
(Barn-noon 503 5168329
teamportlandtennis&yahoo com.)
Marionbenry Salon meets monthly in Salem for
potlucks and discussion of books touching on the
gay/lesbian/bi experience (Cary 503-363 6036
marionberrysalonQaol. 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. (7pm 125 SE
Cowls St Don 503-434 6266)