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_____________________________ ______ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ NOVEMBER 7, 2008 out reach COMPLETE YOUTH, SPIRITUALITY AND NONMETRO ' LISTINGS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT JUSTOUT.COM. ’ AIDS a HIV and sexuality, budgeting and tenant education. (Shyle Ruder 503-223-5907, ext. 203. www.cascadeaids.org.) CARE Assist pays for health insurance premiums, prescrip tion drugs and insurance plan co-payments and deductibles for eligible people with HIV/AIDS. Program of the Oregon De partment of Human Services and the Ryan White CARE Act. (8am-5pm Monday-Friday. 503-731-4029 or 800-805-2313. www.healthoregon.org.) Positive Living Series is a seven-week self management se ries for people living with HIV/AIDS designed to assist you in taking care of your illness, give you skills to carry out normal daily activities and provide you with the tools to manage emo tional changes. (Julia 503-230-1202, ext. 235. www.ohsu. edu/partnership/fuveon. html.) Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) educates youth and adults about HIV prevention, supports people with HIV and their families and advocates for sound HIV policy and legislation on the national, state and local levels. Spamsh-language assis tance available. ¡Suite 300, 620 SW Fifth Ave. 503-223-5907 Oregon AIDS Hotline 800-777-2437.) +talk is a five-week program for people living with HIV de signed to reduce stress around talking about your HIV status and negotiating safer sex. New sessions start monthly. (Josh 503-223-5907. )ferrer@cascadeaids. org.) CityGuys hosts monthly HIV testing nights at The Escape and Steam; provides free risk reduction counseling, condoms and lube; and offers free rapid HIV testing and STD screening at the Men s Wellness Center. (5-9 pm Tuesday ¡HIV/STD) and Sat- urday [HIV only). 928 SW Stark St. 503-445-7699. cityguys@ cascadeaids.org/ Project Quest Integrative Health Center offers conventional and alternative health care, nutrition classes, support groups and recreational sports activities for people seeking a wellness focus to living and dying, especially those living with HIV/AIDS or cancer (2901 E Burnside St. 503-238-5203. pquest@ I qwest.net.) The Research b Education Group provides access to HIV/ AIDS research trials of new drugs and therapies for people in Oregon and southwest Washington. (2311 NW Northrup St. #105. 503-229-8428.) Clackamas County Public Health offers anonymous and con fidential HIV testing and counseling to everyone. No needles! Free condoms! Call for appointment or walk-in testing times. (Oregon City: 503-655-8471. Sandy: 503-722-6660: Molalla \ The Risk Reduction Zone, a program of Outside In, provides a queer safe space that offers HIV, hepatitis C and STD preven 503-723-2944. 82nd Avenue: 503-771-7944. For more infor tion programs; Internet resources; peer counseling; referrals; mation call 503-742-5382.) and support groups in a nonclinical setting. (1030 SW 13th Clark County offers free rapid HIV testing and hepatitis A Ave. 503-535-3895.) and B vaccinations to men who have sex with men in Van Social and Support Group discusses HIV issues for men couver, Wash. (5-6:30 pm Thursday. 3701E Fourth Plain Blvd at Quest Center. Meet other nice guys, share information 360-397-8098.) and have fun. (7-8 pm Tuesday. 2901 E Burnside St. Terry Columbia County Public Health offers anonymous and con 503-253-2292.) fidential HIV testing, counseling and case management to Swan House is a specialized adult foster care home for low- anyone. Se habla español We lend HIV books and videos and income people with HIV/AIDS who need assistance with per offer educational matenals and free condoms. (503-397-4651 sonal care, mobility, medications or drug/alcohol/mental health or 800-244-4870.) support. (Business: 503-786-4829. Volunteers: 503-234-0175. Daily Bread Express provides home delivery of high-quality www.ourhouseofportland.org/programs/swanhouse.) meals to HIV-positive individuals in need. Fresh meals deliv Tod's Corner in Milwaukie provides clothing, household ered weekdays, frozen meals for weekends. Volunteers invited items, companion pet care, cremations and more to people to inquire anytime. (Mara 503-460-3822 ) with HIV/AIDS. Call to donate or for services. (503-349-4699. Esther's Pantry in Milwaukie provides food and personal care www. ourhouseofportland. org/programs/todscorner.) items to people with HIV/AIDS. Call to donate or for services. Washington County Health Department offers free HIV (503-349-4699. www.ourhouseofportland.org/programs/es- testing for guys who have sex with other guys at community therspantry.) health clinics. No appointment needed. Results in 20 min Fuzeon Information Group welcomes people contemplating, us utes. Se habla espahol. (Beaverton: 5:30-7:30pm Monday, ing or caregiving for Fuzeon recipients. Facilitated by experienced 12550SW Second St Hillsboro: 4-5:30 pm Tuesday and patients, nurses and social workers. (5:30-7 pm second Wednes 9-11am Friday, 266 W Mam St.) day, 5525 SE Milwaukie Ave. RSVP to Julia 503-230-1202, \ ext. 235. www.ohsu.edu/partnership/fuveon.html.) Health, Education, AIDS Liaison (HEAL) offers information about alternative views of AIDS causation and HIV testing. Call for a free packet of information. (503-227-2339. bwport@ comcast.net.) Multnomah County Health Department's HIV Community Test Site offers confidential testing by appointment with or without your name. Some walk-in testing. Sliding-scale fee. Se habla español, other interpretation by appointment. (9am-4:45pm Monday-Friday except 12:30-4:45 pm Wednesday. 426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor. 503-988-3775.) HIV Day Center offers hot meals, counseling, laundry facili ties, clothing, showers and hygiene supplies, computers with Internet access, phones, mail drop, recreational activities, massage and haircuts. Volunteers invited to inquire any time. (9am-3pm Monday-Friday. 2941 NE Ainsworth St. 503-460-3822J The Link, a social networking group for HIV-positive gay and bi men, meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month for social events, discussions and other outings. (928 SW Stark St. 503-223-6339, ext. 555. thelink@cascadeaids.org.) Manifest (formerly Q-LANO), a nonprofit men's wellness com munity, prevents and addresses HIV and STDs by empower ing men to pursue their wellness passions together through programs like yoga, cycling, hiking, meditation, healing touch classes, vision teams, wellness coaching, information and re ferrals. (503-223-8822, ext. 1. www.manifestpdx.org.) Multnomah County offers free HIV rapid testing to gay, bi and trans guys. Se habla español. (5-7:15 pm Tuesday 5329 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 503-988-3030.) OHSU HIV Clinic provides comprehensive health care for people living with HIV/AIDS. Services include HIV specialty care, psychiatry, counseling, addiction treatment (including buprenorphine/suboxone), case management, same-day visits and online chart access. Appointments are available regard less of insurance. (503-494-8562.) Our House of Portland provides Oregon and southwest Washington's only network of integrated health and hous ing services for people with HIV/AIDS. Programs include Our House (24-hour residential care), Neighborhood Housing and Care, Community Services and Swan House. To volunteer, contact Kathryn Siebert. (503-234-0175. www.ourhouseof- portland.org.) Partnership Project provides services to people with HIV/ AIDS, their families and those at risk. Programs include HIV Case Management; Supporting Healthy Options for Preven tion (SHOP), behavior change counseling to motivate people to protect themselves and their partners; and HIV 101, pro viding basic information for people recently diagnosed. Se habla español (Intake Une: 503-517-3590 SHOP Laura or Kurt 503-230-1202 or 877-795-7700. HIV 101:503-230-1202. Positive Uving: Julia 503-230-1202, ext. 235 www.ohsu. edu/partnershipj Portland Area HIV Services Planning Council is a county de cision-making body that identifies services needed for people living with HIV/AIDS and allocates federal funds annually in a six-county area Need volunteers from all walks of life. (20 NE 10th Ave., Second Floor. 3653 SE 34th Ave. 503-988-3030, ext. 25703 www htvportland.org.) Positive Direction Series offers life skill workshops to people living with HIV/AIDS at Cascade AIDS Protect Topics include employment, parenting, health, women's self-image JUStOUt 49 Queer friendly Northwest Veterans for Peace meets Sun days at Tully's Coffee. (11 am 935 NE Broadway nwvp@ teleport.com. www.peaceveterans.orgj The Oregon Safe Schools and Community Coalition seeks to create safe schools and communities for families, educators Northwest Gender Alliance is a monthly social and sup and students statewide. (503-260-5792. www.oregonsate- port group for individuals desiring to explore and express | another gender (POBox 4928, Portland, OR 97208-4928. schools.org.) 503-533-8787. nwga@nwgapdx.com wwwnwgapdxcom.) Polyamory Circle is a gathering for folks exploring options beyond monogamy. Discussions include open relationships, extended families and intentional communities Everyone is welcome. (7 pm third Monday Laury 503-285-4848.) Pride at Work Oregon is a new affiliate of the AFL-CIO that lets union members rally support for gay, lesbian, bi and trans issues and lets the queer community support workplace rights and respect on the job. (POBox 4731, Portland, OR 97208. 503-516-2498.) Pride Northwest, a volunteer-run 501(c)3 nonprofit organiza tion, seeks vendors and volunteers for the Portland Pride Fes tival, which is held every Father's Day weekend at Waterfront Park. (503-295-9788. info@pndenw.org. www.pridenworgj Q Center is a space that increases visibility and fosters a con nection within Portland's queer community. (1-5 pm Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, 4-8 pm Wednesday. 69 SE Taylor St. 503-234-7837. info@pdxqcenter.org. www.pdxqcenter.org.) Senior Housing and Retirement Enterprises (SHARE) is lay ing the groundwork for future gay and lesbian senior housing in the Portland area. Call to join a committee. (503-224-8881 www.sharepdx.org.) The Sexual Minorities Roundtable meets second Tuesdays with representatives from the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and the Portland Police Bureau to discuss and resolve issues between the queer community and law enforcement agencies. (Noon-1:30pm 1111 SW Second Ave. #1526. 503-823-0027.) Veterans for Human Rights is a Portland-based group of queer war veterans and friends offering mutual support, so cial activities and assistance in accessing veterans services. (503-242-3585. groups.yahoo.com/group/vfhrj Political Basic Rights Oregon (BRO), the state’s largest grassroots queer nghts political organization, lobbies the Legislature, educates the public and works to end discrimination through election activities. (POBox 40625, Portland, OR 97240. 503-222-6151. www.basicrights.org.) General Democratic Party of Oregon's GLBT Caucus participates in policy decisions and outreach, recruits and supports candi dates and delegates, and gives the sexual minorities commu nity access to elected officials and candidates. (503-224-8200. www stonewalloregon. org J Babble-On Toastmasters meets at Lucky Lab Beer Hall to develop communications and leadership skills, including prepared speeches, impromptu speaking and running ef fective meetings. (4-5:30 pm Sunday. 1945 NW Quimby St. 503-330-2706. www.babble-ontm.org.) Human Rights Campaign is the largest civil rights orgamza tion in the United States working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality. Volunteers are invited to monthly meetings at Q Center. (7 pm second Monday. 69 SE Taylor St. Aaron 503-715-7343J Bisexual Community Forum is a space to meet people and freely discuss issues relevant to the bi community at Red and Black Cafe. Everyone is welcome. (7:30 pm first Monday 400 SE 12th Ave Laury 503-285-4848J Old Lesbians Organizing for Change (OLOC), provides les bians 60 and older the chance to meet like-minded women in our common struggle to confront ageism, to share mutual interests and to experience the joy of playing and working together. (1 pm second Wednesday 503-286-3575.) COMMUNITY Deaf b Hearing Out Reach (DHOR) is a nonprofit organiza tion dedicated to building community among deaf and hearing queers and allies. Visit our Web site for programs, services, events and community resources. (503-517-8880 TTY/voice. info@dhor.org. www.dhor.org.) Double Rainbow Foundation is available to help all queer parents who co-conceive children to be treated equally We believe, regardless of gender, two adults in committed rela tionships who agree to co-create children should be given the same rights as heterosexual couples, (www.myspace com/doublerainbowfoundation.) Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group for lesbians and gay men meets to share information and provide support in dealing with the challenges of living with multiple sclerosis. (6:30-8 pm third Wednesday Melissa Greeney 503-223-9511.) Radical Women are active in the struggle against bigotry and exploitation. Cal us to get involved! (6:30pm second and fourth Monday 819 N Killingsworth St. 503-240-4462 iwpdx@igc.orgj Professional The Next Level—the Portland area's first networking group specifically geared to young gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans gender businesspeople—meets at Rose City Mortgage Spe cialists. (5:30-6:45 pm second Wednesday 5200 SW Mac adam Ave. Jake 503-768-4248 iake@rosecitymtg.comj Portland Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) welcomes all to its monthly meetings at First United Methodist Church. (7 pm second Tuesday. 1838 SW Jefferson St 503-232-7676. www.pflagpdx.orgj TransFamilies is a support group for the family and friends of transgender people. Meets at First Congregational United Church of Christ. (1126 SW Park Ave. 503-228-7219J Tranz Guys Group is a peer support and discussion group that meets at Q Center for people assigned female at birth but iden tifying as trans men/guys, intersex, genderqueer, questioning, FtM, etc. Topics include medical and emotional health, coming out, "passing," hormones and relationships/sexuality. (6-8pm third Sunday. 69 SE Taylor St. rei2433@yahoo.com.) Unity Project of Oregon is a community of black and African- American same-gender-loving, gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans gender people, friends and family dedicated to empowenng and improving their quality of life through social change, fustice and equality. (503-417-7991 www.unityproiectoregon.orgj HEALTH Anti-Violence Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for women- identified domestic violence survivors. Individual support and advocacy are available for any queer people who have expe rienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse in their relation ships. Contact us to learn more about support groups and new "healthy relationships' workshops. Free, confidential and safe (Crisis: 503-281-2442. Sexual and Gender Minority Services Program: 503-232-7805, ext. 3. melissaa@bradleyangle.orgj Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence serves survi vors of domestic and sexual violence in Linn and Benton coun ties 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; operates a 24-hour crisis intervention hot line that provides referrals for shelter, counseling and support groups; provides sexual assault advocates; and offers a program for sex work ers. Foreign language translation is available. (503-235-5333 or888-235-5333. www.pwcl.org.) Sexual Assault Resource Center promotes social justice by eliminating sexual violence through support, advocacy and education. Services include a 24-hour confidential crisis line, free counseling and support groups, community education and volunteer opportunities. (Crisis: 503-640-5311 Business: 503-384-0480. www.sarcoregon.org.) Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides resources for sexual minorities who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services. (16869 SW 65th Ave. #212, Lake Oswego, OR 97035-7865 503-853-8686 wwwsafe4allorg.) General Breathe Free, the Oregon LGBTQ Coalition Against Tobacco, provides education around queer tobacco use and advocates for tobacco reduction in our communities. (503-784-5813. j r.e.svego@cascadiabhc.orgj Elder Resource Alliance is a coalition of organizations and in Oregon Education Association (OEA) Gay, Lesbian, Bisex dividuals working to enhance the lives of older members of the Men's Tantric Yoga offers body/minrVspirit health in a safe, ual and Transgender Caucus is an organization for educators sexual minorities community through education, advocacy, structured environment for men to explore their connection to that works to protect the rights and interests of gay, lesbian, bi outreach and resource development. Activities include sensi self and to others. Two classes weekly. Iwww.ioega.com.) and trans teachers and students. (503-246-2073. oregonglc@ tivity trainings, creating social change, recreational activities, | care2.com. www.geocities.com/oregonglcj Outside In operates a clinic for anyone who can t qualify for information and assistance. (3:30-4:30 pm first Wednesday the Oregon Health Plan as well as needle exchange services Oregon Tradeswomen promotes the success of women in Friendly House Community Center, 1737 NW 26th Ave Rachel that include those who inject hormones. Provide transitional the trades and educates girls and women about construc 503-224-2640. eracoordinator@yahoo.com.) housing for youth 20 and younger and for those HIV positive tion careers. Contact for meeting info. (1714 NE Alberta St. Equity Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by | 503-335-8200. www tradeswomen.net.) and younger than 23. Need volunteers of all ages. (10 am-6 pm gays and lesbians to build communities that embrace the Monday-Friday. 1132 SW 13th Ave. 503-535-3800 wwwout- Out b Equal Workplace Advocates, a collaborative network of dignity and worth of all people. Equity has distributed more sidem.org.) local companies, serves as a resource to Oregon and Southwest than $3 million in grants and scholarships throughout Oregon. Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette provides Washington corporate employee resource groups in their efforts (503-231-5759. www.equitYfoundation.org.) confidential and affordable sexual and reproductive health to advance workplace equality, (oepdx.coliectivex.comj Getting Bi PDX is a women's group that meets for discussion, care, including STD testing and treatment, 20-mmute anony Portland Area Business Association (PABA), an orgamza coffee and planning social events, (wwwgettingbipdx.com.) mous HIV tests, annual exams and condoms Sliding-fees, tion made up of businesses and individual professionals in the insurance welcomed. Se habla espahol Health centers in KBOO-FMs Out Loud queer news and public affairs show, Portland/Vancouver area, recognizes the rewards and chal Southeast and Northeast Portland, Gresham, Beaverton, Salm featuring local guests and announcements, airs second and lenges of being in the business world and seeks to support on Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver, Wash. (888-875-7820. fourth Tuesdays This Way Out, the international queer show, and promote the efforts of its members. (503-280-7222. info@ ; www.ppcw.org.) airs on first, third and fifth Tuesdays. (6pm. 90.7 FMPortland, paba.com. wwwpaba.com.) 91.9 FM Hood River, 100.7 FM Willamette Valley, www.kboo. Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance a group of teachers from van Im. kboooutloud@yahoo.com.) ous traditions and studios, helps sexual minority and HIV posi tive people find yoga classes that are specifically welcoming Love Makes a Family is an international organization that and/or experienced tn addressing their special needs (www. Clackamas County Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbi provides a public voice for queer-headed families. Your gayyogaportland.com . bait@stonewallschool.orgj ans and Gays (PFLAG) meets every fourth Tuesday at Atkin membership supports parents and their children, works for son Memorial Church in Oregon City. (7-9 pm 710 Sixth St. safe schools and encourages equal rights for all couples. Enjoy the relaxing and healing effects of a free reiki treatment j 503-998-1450. www.clackamaspflag.orgj (503-228-3892 www.lmfamHy.org.) at People's Food Co-op. (Noon-3 pm third Saturday 3029 SE 21stAve.) The Dads Group is a social support group for gay, bi, trans or Manifest (formerly Q LAND), a nonprofit men's wellness com questioning men who are dads or want to be dads Meets 7-9 pm munity, empowers men to pursue their wellness passions to first Tuesdays and third Wednesdays (Mike 503-236-8339 or gether through programs like yoga, cycling, hiking, meditation, Terry 503-697-7004 www thedadsgroup corn.) healing touch classes, vision teams, wellness coaching, infor Beat the Blues, a peer-led depression support group, helps mation and referrals. We manifest wellness and love through Forest Grove Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and men brainstorm actions and seek support for sustaining ef community. (503-223-8822, ext. 1. wwwmamfestpdx.org.) Gays (PFLAG) welcomes community members to its monthly forts to move toward their wellness vision and overcome chal meetings at Forest Grove United Church of Christ. (7 pm third Men s Wellness Center is a space dedicated to the health and lenges (6-8 pm first and third Sunday S5-S20 donation RSVP Tuesday 2032 College Way 503-357-2442 fgpflagCvaol comJ wellness of gay/bi men offenng a vanety of fun social events, to 503-223-8822, ext 1, or www mamfestpdx org/calendar) discussion groups, workshops, HIVZSTD testing, free condoms Late Awakenings, a support group for lesbians who came out YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding and lube, risk reduction counseling, WiFi and Internet access. later in life, meets monthly at Q Center (7 pm third Tuesday fee scale counseling for individuals, couples and groups in a (5-9 pm Tuesday ¡testing onlyl, 4-10 pm Wednesday-Saturday 69 SE Taylor St 503-227-0605J safe, confidential and supportive environment Also offers a 928 SWStark St 503-445-7699 cityguys@cascadeaidsorg.) Support Mental Health Sexual Minorities Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays (1111 SW 10th Ave 503-294-7440J Recovery Al-Anon GLBT in the Couve a 12 step recovery fellowship of families and friends whose lives have been affected by alcoholism, meets in Room 19 at Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church in Vancouver, Wash. (7-8:15 pm Wednes day 5701 MacArthur Blvd.) Center for Family and Adolescent Research offers free coun seling for parents of drug-abusing youth 15 to 20 who refuse to go to treatment. Part of a federally funded treatment study to help qualifying parents engage resistant youth in counseling. (503-243-1065 www on.org/cfar/portlandj Dual Diagnosis Anonymous is a peer support program based on a version of the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous with an additional five steps focusing on dual diagnosis (mental illness and substance abuse). Meets at Live and Let Live Club. (7-8 pm Friday 1210 SE Seventh Ave 503-222-6468J Extended Family hosts queer friendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland (5:30 pm daily. 2400 NE Broadway 503-281-8868.) HIV+ AA Meeting at Rosewood Apartments invites those in recovery who are either infected or affected by the disease (7 pm Monday and Thursday 4810 NE Sandy Blvd ) Lunch Bunch hosts queer friendly 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 comma» nity 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.) Man2Man Recovery Group invites gay, bisexual and ques tioning men to explore their relationship with drugs and alco hol, past or present, at the Men s Wellness Center. Newcom ers should arnve a half-hour early for orientation (6-7:30 pm Wednesday 928 SW Stark St. $10 a meeting. Mike Bmks 503-281-3318, ext 36. www.sccpdx.orgj Poz for the Cause, a 12-step recovery group for anyone in fected or affected by HIV who has a desire to stop the suffering associated with alcohol and drug abuse, meets at Rosewood Center. (7-8:15pm Monday and Thursday 4810 NE Sandy Blvd. Tom 503-916-9693.) Rainbow Recovery Al-Anon is a 12-step group of queer and questioning people who support one another in recover ing from the effects of another person's drinking. (6:15-7 pm Thursday 1244 NE 39th Ave 503-223-8822, ext. 1 www al-anonportlandoregon.orgj Rush Hour Reprieve is an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. (5:30pm Monday-Friday. 1210 SE Seventh Ave 503-772-5213.) Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step program for those suf fering from addictive sexual behaviors. Any gender and sex ual orientation is welcome. Weekly gay- and lesbian-friendly meeting at Alano Club focuses on Steps 1 -2-3 and the spiritual solution. (7-8 pm Tuesday 909 NW 24th Ave., Second Floor 503-452-5961. wwwportlandsaa org.) The Triangle Project at Cascadia Behavioral Health Care is Or egon's only alcohol and drug addiction treatment program spe cifically for the queer community. Safe, respectful, confidential and effective since 1986. Services include a group for gay and bi men struggling with meth addiction. (503-230-9654J 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 appoint ment or walk in Most insurance plans accepted; sliding-scale ** fee. Se habla espanol. (9am-4:30pm Monday-Friday except 12:30-4:30 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor 503-988-3700.) SOCIAL Arts fr Music 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. conflu- ence@aol.com. www confluencechorus 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, noniudg mental; supporting personal creativity for novices and profes sionals alike Monthly pottucks on the second Friday. (7 pm. Cart 503-284-2971.) Film discussion group forming for gay, bi and trans men. Share your perspective regarding portrayals of sexual minority men in current films Monthly activities include group outings to see films. Ifilmtalk@verivon.net ) Foreign Film Group meets every second and fourth Sunday to screen foreign films at various venues, followed by a group discussion (pdxgayfilm@yahoo comj Portland Gay Men s Chorus is open to singers, support mem bers and volunteers. (503-226-2588 wwwpdxgmc orgj Portland Lesbian Choir anonaudition community chorus, encourages women who love to sing in harmony - regardless of musical experience, age. race or sexual orientation—to join us for singing, skill building, socializing and fun, led by direc r tor Casey Moffett Chaney Rehearsals take place at Ainsworth United Church of Chnst. (6:30-8:30 pm Wednesday 2941 NE Ainsworth St. 503-727-3306 portlandlesbianchoir(d)hotmail com wwwplchoir org.) Portland Gay Symphonic Band is a performance group for queers and supportive friends of varying musical skill levels with annual fall and spring concerts Subgroups include the
