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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Dec. 7, 2007)
28 . ¿UStout 7. ¿W/ Continued from Page 27 Continued from Page 27 “The must significant story I can tell about a holiday expe rience is the year that we start ed the Bears Holiday Show. “It had been a dream of our founder, R.B. Hiatt. We had a short period of time to put it on, and I turned to some recommended contacts in the gay community — Rose Emperor XX Babalou and Laurel Hurst—and together we brainstormed. “It was incredible that in a short period of time we put a lot of imagination to work. The num ber of people from the community that came out to support the show was mind-blowing. “Darcelle was very generous in opening her club to a cross section of the leather community, the court community, the bears—just about every comer of the community that you can imagine. We really did represent the GLBT alphabet. “It was so much fun, but as a result we raised an outstanding amount of money. The fun was first, and the fund raising followed.” D oug W atson Oregon Bears founding member “The Christmas holiday I have the least memory of was last year. I had surgery on Dec. 18 and was in the hospi tal for the holidays. It was a combination of pain and pain medication. “My memory is from when 1 was 6 years old. My mom, God bless her, was very frugal, and she insisted on using the Christmas lights that she got from her aunt. We had to be very careful putting them on the tree because they would short out. After a number of Christmases of having to get them just right for the lights to turn on, the lights had had enough of doing their job, and on Christmas Eve they just started smoking. “My dad, ever quick-thinking, dragged the smoking tree in the front yard. We all gathered around the Christmas tree, which was somewhat blackened, in the front yard. 1 can only imagine what the neighbors thought.” S am A dams Portland city commissioner and 2008 mayoral candidate 2008 GAY/LESBIAN HISTORY CALENDAR For those who are looking for something more spiritually oriented this holiday season, why not spend a Sunday aftemixm at a Hanukkah party and potluck hosted by members of the gay Jewish group Keshet.7 (Keshet means “rainbow” in Hebrew.) There will be latkes and applesauce starting at 5 p.m. Dec. 9, the sixth night of Hanukkah. The event is free, and Keshet steering committee member Mike Winer says, “We’re asking that people bring an alcoholic beverage of their choice, a white elephant gift for the gift Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center hosts community events to celebrate exchange and a vegetarian dish to share.” Kawanzaa with ceremonies, a marketplace and a gallery exhibit. Winer also encourages people to attend the group’s monthly meetings. “It’s an opportunity for people who iden Speaking of inspiring the community, nothing brings people tify as Jewish and queer to socialize, to build connections,” he said. together like a good cause. Just Out is giving back this year with Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center will host some commu a winter food drive to benefit Esther’s Pantry. The ftxxl drive will nity events to celebrate Kwanzaa. A Kwanzaa marketplace will continue through the end of January. feature jewelry, handmade notecards and journals, textiles, dolls, Those wishing to donate are encouraged to drop off items at rhe Kinara candle holders and other items made by artisans from Just Out office, 6234 N. Greeley Ave. More than $900 has already 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 30. been donated, and the money is being set aside for purchase of fresh The center will also have a Kwanzaa-themed gallery exhibit food items that are not usually available at food banks. Check Just showing throughout the month of December. Seven area artists will Out and the blog at www.justout.com for locations and dates of each create an altar highlighting a different principle of Kwanzaa. other events where food drops will be available. The center will celebrate Kujichagulia (the principle of self- Once you’ve done your charitable giving, you might be looking determination) with a candle-lighting ceremony Dec. 27, the to pick up a few items for those near and dear to you. Why not sup second night of Kwanzaa. The gallery exhibit will also feature live port Portland artists at the same time.7 A group of women is having performances by poets and drummers as well as refreshments an art show/sale from 4 to 9 p.m. Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. provided by the National Forum for Black Administrators. Dec. 8 and from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 9 at Celia Lyons’ Nova Luna “It is a traditional African-American celebration, but it’s open Arts studio, 3520 S.E. Division St. It’s adjacent to Haven Coffee, to all," said the center’s managing director, Kimberly Howard. and Lyons will have a sign outside so you can easily find the spot. “Kwanzaa is really a celebration about empowering a community, Lyons, a lesbian artist and community supporter, will be selling and 1 think any community can be inspired by that.” her gemstone beaded jewelry and fused glass art alongside photographer Lorraine Stratton, who will have several prints available. Painter Margaret Sheilds will also be selling some of her abstract, organic work in oils and acrylics, and Carla Mortensen will have crocheted and knit scarves and hats for everyone on your list. According to Lyons, the prices range from $10 to $500. “It's a great way to do your holiday shopping and support local art,” she said. Be sure to bring checks and cash, and feel free to call Lyons with any questions at 503-260-6231. Two more opportunities to purchase local arts and crafts are the Rebel Rabbit Holiday Craft Fair from noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 9 and 16 at Hipbone Studio, 1847 E. Bumside St., and the Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Holiday Sale from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 16 at Norse Hall, 111 N.E. 11th Ave. © Crafty Wonderland Super Colossal Holiday Sale happens Dec. 16 at Norse Hall. ^Westside/ Gillan Bradley Co. Custom Fine Jewelers What your history teachers and books refused to teach you! 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