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About Just out. (Portland, OR) 1983-2013 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 21, 2008)
36 jUStOUt <///<>' NOVEMBER 21, 2008________________________________________________________________________ Do you know who Michel Foucault is? How about Donna Haraway? Judith Butler? These are some of the most incisive, intelligent authors in our modem times. They have written books on top ics like sexuality, gender, the human body and power. Some of the most influential ideas about these topics have come from their words. And another thing: They are queer. Q Theory has started up to talk about these queer authors, their books and their ideas. The discussion group meets twice a month on the comfy leather couches in the front nx>m of Q Center, 69 S.E. Taylor St. When asked why he wanted to form Q Theory, Ben Carver said: “I start ed it out of my own personal interest. 1 thought maybe if I organize this group, people will come in and we can all learn more together than if I stayed in and read it by myself at home." If you like interesting discussions, this is the place to come on a rainy night. Because Port land has so many colleges in it, let’s assume all of you Just Out readers know who Fou cault is or at least have heard the name. For those who do, this group offers a space to discuss, hang out and probably dis cover something you have not thought about before. Even if you have already read books like Madness and Civi lization or Gender Trouble or at least half-read the Cliff- sNotes the night before a college essay was due, like myself, Q Theory offers something different. Michel Foucault is among the subjects at the book discussion group “This group is Q Theory. not like an aca demic study group,” Carver says. “In a college class, you’re trying to appease your teacher. But here, you’re getting to talk about what you want to talk about, if you think it’s relevant.” The next Q Theory meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3. For a list of upcoming authors and b<x)ks that will be discussed, visit www.pdxqcenter.org. —James Gray whether now is the right time? Q Center presents Coming Out: Discourses b Resources, a new group led by a rotating team of trusted queers. 16-7:30 pm. 69 SE Taylor St.) Reflect, write and share from your heart in an open, non- judgmental space during Men's Soul Talk, a weekly writing group presented by Manifest. (6:30-8 pm. $5-$15 donation. RSVP to 503-223-8822 or www.manifestpdx.org/calendar.) Aurora Chorus brings experienced and novice sing ers together in a creative, empowering community of women with an open rehearsal at Havurah Shalom for its spring term, which begins Jan. 15, 2009. (6:45 pm. 825 NW 18th Ave. RSVP to 503-AURORA-1 or www.au- rorachorus.org.) Manifest presents a free introductory Men's Yogaerobics class to stretch and strengthen your muscles and heart, THE MINDS" BY DIANE DEATON-STREET OF LOUISVILLE. KY. Getting to Know Foucault The group photography show Shelter is on display this month at 23 Sandy Gallery. burn calories, improve balance and uplift your spirit. (7:30-9 pm. RSVP to 503-223-8822 or www.manifestpdx. org/calendar.) universities and learn how to apply for the S350K of scholarship money that is given out to queer students. (2-4 pm. 69 SE Taylor St.) FRI • DEC. 5 Rosetown Ramblers, Portland's gay and lesbian square dance club, dances every first Saturday at Milwaukie Grange. (7.30-10 pm. 12015 SE 22nd Ave. $5-$11.) Out Dancing's intermediate waltz class starts tonight and continues every Friday in December at Ankeny Street Studio. Beginning nightclub two-step class follows. (6:15-7:15 pm waltz ($40 for month], 7:15-8:15 pm two- step ($32 for month], 975 SE Sandy Blvd. 503-236-5129. www. outdancing, info.) It's My Pleasure presents Women b Orgasm, where Ms. V will discuss the different types of orgasms, obstacles to orgasm and how to achieve orgasm every time you want to! Pre-orgasmic women are encouraged to attend. (7 pm. 3106 NE 64th Ave. $10 from 503-280-8080.) Aladdin Theater presents the Portland Cello Project Holiday Sweater Spectacular with Mirah, Jenny Conlee of The Decemberists, Ritchie Young of Loch Lomond and the Portland Flash Choir. (8 pm. 3017 SE Milwaukie Ave. $15 at the door, $13 in advance from box office or Ticketmaster.) SAT • DEC. 6 Manifest presents the Weightloss for Men Action Group to set reasonable wellness goals, create simple nutrition and exercise habits, and develop and work with a team that can help you sustain changes. (10-11:30 am. $10-$20 donation. RSVP to 503-223-8822 or www.manifestpdx.org/ calendar.) The Men's Wellness Center co-sponsors Holiday Eats 'n' Treats, a festive event open to the entire queer community, at Q Center. Stop in and enjoy a morning of your favorite funny holiday film clips, enjoy a toasted waffle with fresh juices and Starbucks coffee, and put a crafty touch on a do- it-yourself ornament. (10 am-12:30 pm. 69 SE Taylor St.) Equity Foundation and Pride Foundation present College and Scholarship Day at Q Center. Talk with representatives from many of the major Oregon Aladdin Theater presents Sex, Choice and Rock 'n' Roll! featuring an all-star lineup: Storm Large, Patrick Lamb Band, Terry Robb Band, Duffy Bishop, Jennifer Batten, Lynn Frances Anderson and Holly Leer. Proceeds benefit Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette. (8 pm. 3017 SE Milwaukie Ave. PPAA presents Crystal's Country Jam preceded by line dance lessons from Out Dancing. (8 pm lessons [$3], 9 pm- midnight dancing ($5], 618 SE Alder St.) Come celebrate the season in pearly white attire during the GirMGirl Winter White Party at Rot- ture with a chance to win a copy of Little Honey, the new album from three-time Grammy Award winner Lu cinda Williams! (9 pm. 315 SE Third Ave. $10.) DJs Jack and DannyDamage play a mix of dance hits, '80s pop, new wave, no wave, new stuff and old stuff during Pleasure Boys every first Saturday at the Eagle PDX. (9 pm. 27 NW Sixth Ave.) SUN • DEC. 7 Brent Seeley and his partner, Jeff Halsey, host Board Games every first Sunday in Northwest Portland. Play old- time gems (Life, Monopoly) or new classics (Settlers of Catan, Puerto Rico) or bring your favorite! (10:30 am-5 pm. RSVP to brunt1234@gmail.com.) Holocene presents KateePalooza featuring live music and entertainment, amazing silent auction items, specialty food and drinks, and fun and games. Proceeds benefit the medical expenses of queer singer/songwriter Kate White, who was in jured in a vehicular accident. (5 pm. 1001 SE Morrison St. $5.) Darcelle's presents Oregon Bears Community Holiday Show 2008. (7 pm. 208 NW Third Ave.) J ustin R eeves B urke www.oregonrealty.com/justinreevesburke Omci: 503-297-2523 Cm: 503-473-4794 F ax : 503-292-6070 28th & East Burnside Portland, OR (503) 231-1093 Open Dally Friday £ SaUday ‘til Sam 8552 SW A pple W av P ortland , OR 97225
