OREGON S GAY/LESBIAN/BI/TRANS NEWSMAGAZINE
NOVEMBER ?0 2009 4 5
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infected or affected by HIV or Hepatitis C who has a desire to
stop the suffering associated with alcohol and drug abuse
meets at Rosewood House (7-8:15 pm Mondays 4810 NE
Sandy Blvd. Tom K 503-916-9893 and Fred K 503-805-5895.)
R A IN B O W R E C O V E R Y A L-A N O N is a 12-step group of
queer and questioning people who support one another
in recovering from the effects of another person's drinking.
(6:15-7 pm Thursday. 1244 NE 39th Ave 503-223-8822. ext. I.
www al-anonportlandoregon.org.)
SEX A D D IC T S A N O N Y M O U S is a 12-step program for those
suffering from addictive sexual behaviors. Any gender and
sexual 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 www portlandsaa org )
R U SH H O U R R E P R IE V E is an open Alcoholics Anonymous
meeting (5.30 pm Monday-Friday. 1210 SE Seventh Ave
5 03-772-5213.)
SU N D AY O V E R THE RAINBO W , a 12-step Al-Anon group
primarily for the sexual minorities community, helps family
and friends of those addicted to alcohol or drugs on their
own path to health and recovery. Meets in the Channing
Room at First Unitarian Church of Portland. (5:15-6:30 pm
Sunday. 1011 SW 12th Ave )
THE T RIAN G LE P R O J E C T AT C A S C A D IA BEH A V IO R A L
HEALTH C A R E is Oregon s only alcohol and drug addiction
treatment program specifically for the queer community. Safe,
respectful, confidential and effective since 1986. Services
include a group for gay and bi men struggling with meth
addiction (503-230-9654.)
Sexual
THE M U LT N O M A H C O U N T Y HEALTH D E P A R T M E N T
ST D P R E V E N T IO N P R O G R A M offers testing and treatment
for sexually transmitted infections. HIV testing. Hepatitis C
and syphilis testing to those at highest risk, and hepatitis A
and B vaccinations By appointment or walk-in Most insur­
ance plans accepted: sliding-scale fee Se habla español. (9
am-4:30 pm Monday-Friday except 11:00-4:30 pm Wednesday
426 SW Stark St.. Sixth Floor. 503-988-3700.)
Anti-Violence
B R A D LE Y -A N G LE H O U SE provides emergency shelter for
women-identified domestic violence survivors. Individual
support and advocacy are available for any queer people
who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse
in their relationships. Contact us to learn more about sup­
port 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.
melissaaKbradleyangle.org.)
C E N T E R A G A IN ST R A P E A N D D O M E S T IC V IO L E N C E
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.)
C L A C K A M A S W O M E N S S E R V IC E S offers shelter, support
and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual
violence Lesbian, bi and trans friendly. Wheelchair acces­
sible TTD, relay calls and collect calls accepted. (Crisis:
50 3-654-228 8. Business: 503 722-2366 )
P O R T L A N D W O M E N S C R IS IS LINE offers free and confi­
dential 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
or 888-235-5333. www pwcl.org.)
SEXU A L A SSA U LT R E S O U R C E C E N T E R promotes social
justice by eliminating sexual violence through support, advo­
cacy 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.)
S T O P A B U S E F O R EV ERY O N E (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 www safe4all.org )
General
B R E A T H E FREE, the Oregon LGBTQ Coalition Against
Tobacco, provides education around queer tobacco use
and advocates for tobacco reduction in our communities
(503-784-5813 re szegoKcascadiabhc org.)
M A N IFEST is a Portland area non-profit men s wellness
community that empowers men to pursue their wellness
visions 6 passions together in more than 40 events 8 classes
each month, including yoga, cycling, hiking. Tai Chi. healing
touch. Sex 8 Intimacy Group. Work 6 Abundance Group, etc.
(503-223-8822 xl or www manifestpdx.org.)
M E N 'S TANTRIC YO GA offers body/mind/spirit health in a
safe, structured environment for men to explore their connection
to self and to others Two classes weekly (www joega com )
O U T SID E IN operates a clinic for anyone who can t qualify for
the Oregon Health Plan as well as needle exchange services
that include those who inject hormones Provide transitional
housing for youth 20 and younger and for those HIV-positive
and younger than 23 Need volunteers of all ages (10 am-
6 pm Monday-Friday. 1132 SW 13th Ave 503-535-3800 www
outsidein o r g )
P L A N N E D P A R E N T H O O D of the Columbia/Willamette
provides confidential and affordable sexual and reproduc­
tive 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
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Wash. (888-875-7820 www ppcw.org.)
P O R T L A N D G L B T Q Y O G A ALU ANCE. a group of teachers
from various traditions and studios, helps sexual minority and
HIV-positive people find yoga classes that are specifically wel­
coming and/or experienced in addressing their special needs
(www gayyogaportland.com bartKstonewallschool org )
SELF-IN JEC T IO N M E D IC A T IO N S U P P O R T G R O U P
provides a monthly education and support group for people
taking any medication that requires self injection (Fuzeon.
Insulin. Interferon. Vitamin BI2. Testosterone) or those who
are considering taking those medications. Providers, care
givers and support people are also welcome Group meets
the fourth Tuesdays of the month from 1-2:30 p m at Our
House at 2727 SE Alder St.. Portland. OR 97214. (For informa­
tion or to RSVP contact Julee Graven. RN Partnership Project
Nurse Case Manager at 503-720-6939 or 503-413-6389 www
ohsu edu/partnership.)
P E O P L E 'S F O O D C O -O P : Every third Saturday, enjoy the
relaxing and healing effects of a free reiki treatment. (Noon-3
pm. third Saturdays. 3029 SE 21st A v e )
»SOCIAL
Arts 8 Music
C O N F L U E N C E : THE W ILLAM ETTE VALLEY M IX E D G ALA
C H O R U S rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Universalis!
Congregation of Salem (4-6:30 pm 5090 Center St NE.
50 3-364-2370. confluenceKaol com www.confluencechorus.
org.)
C R EA T IV E C O N N E C T IO N (formerly Real Connection) is a
social gathering for gay men who are artists, writers or musi­
cians 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.)
FILM D IS C U S S IO N G R O U P 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. (filmtalkKverizon.net.)
F O R E IG N FILM G R O U P meets every second and fourth
Sunday to screen foreign films at various venues, followed by
a group discussion. (pdxgayfilmKyahoo.com.)
P O R T L A N D GAY M E N 'S C H O R U S is open to singers sup­
port members and volunteers. (503-226-2588 www pdxgmc.
org.)
P O R T L A N D LESB IA N CHOIR, a nonaudition community
chorus, encourages women who love to sing in har­
mony-regardless of musical experience, age race or sexual
orientation-to join us for singing, skill building, socializing
and fun. led by director Casey Moffett-Chaney Rehearsals
take place at Ainsworth United Church of Christ. (6:30-8:30
pm Wednesday. 2941 NE Ainsworth St 503-727-3306 portland-
lesbianchoirKhotmail.com www plchoir.org.)
P O R T L A N D GAY S Y M P H O N IC B A N D always welcomes
new members, from accomplished musicians to those who
have not played since high school, (www portlandgaysym-
phonicband o r g )
R O S E CITY GAY F R E E D O M M A R C H IN G B A N D performs
once a year during Portland Pride Drums and horns and
flags, oh my! (www.rcgfb org.)
R O S E CITY SW ING is a traditional 16-piece big band per­
forming everything from classic dance standards to contem­
porary swing Membership by audition, (www rosecityswing
o rg)
SAT O R I M E N 'S C H O R U S welcomes new members of all
ages and races, regardless of sexual orientation or musical
background, to join Wednesday rehearsals No audition
necessary (503-242-4244 www satorichorus.org.)
General
ASIAN 8 P A C IF IC ISL A N D E R LESB IA N S A N D GAYS is a
nonprofit community voice for gay. lesbian and bi Asian and
Pacific Islanders Activities include potlucks. recreational
outings and cultural events. Friendly environment to meet
and connect with other API (PO Box 12661. Portland OR
97232 aplg_pdxKyahoo c o m )
B A D G IR LS 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 pdxbadgirls ne t)
B O O K W O M E N is a lesbian discussion group that meets
monthly to share stories, favorite authors, top 10 lists and
opinions and reviews of the assigned book (503-684-0305
mikkataKcomcas* n e t)
B O R D E R R ID E R S M O T O R C Y C L E C L U B provides social
opportunities for gay men interested in recreational motor­
cycle touring and promotes education on safe and legal
machinery (503-281-4488 brmcprezKyahoo.com)
C A S C A D E FLYERS are gay lesbian and bi aviators both pri­
vate and professional, in Washington. Oregon and southern
British Columbia Dinner meetings in Portland area. (503-701-
7922 casflyersKyahoo com www geocities com/casflyers )
CHARGED* is a free monthly club night for HIV* men. on
third Tuesdays, hosted by Zora Phoenix at CC Slaughters in
Portland (219 NW Davis St.. 503-248-9135)
A COMMON BOND is a social support network for former or
questioning Jehovah s Witnesses who are queer (acbport-
landKwebtv.net)
C O Q S U R E 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 (503-471-1515
groups.yahoo.com/group/coqsure.)
F A G PDX (F EM M E AFFINITY G R O U P PORTLAND), a
radical activist and social group open to self-identified
femmes of all genders, seeks to create solidarity among
femmes, promote femme visibility and combat femmephobia
in the community at large (www notsorry.org/fagpdx )
50* LESB IA N S O C IA L G R O U P for women meets on the third
Saturday of the month. (4-7 pm 503-642-3 3 60 or 97I-2I6-II73.
sutaytigKaol com.)
FTM P A C IF IC NW O R 6 WA is a social and discus­
sion group for female-to-male trans men. (groups.yahoo.
com/group/FTM.PacificNW)
FUN NY 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 month. (flatapsKyahoo.com.)
GAY G UYS G A R D E N IN G is a member supported organiza­
tion focused on growing, harvesting and storing food crops
Contact Tom Winterrowd. 503-263-2696. or gayguysgarden-
ingKyahoo.com.
GAY M E N W H O HAVE LO ST TH EIR P A R T N E R S meets at
the West Cafe to provide an opportunity for conversation and
socializing. The death need not have occurred recently. (7:30
pm second Wednesday 1201 SW Jefferson St 503-701-9376.)
G E N E A L O G Y G R O U P forming Gather with other lesbian
researchers to trace your family tree and tackle 'brickwall'
female ancestors. (famhistnwKaol.com )
H A PP Y O U R S P R O D U C T IO N S is a grassroots group dedi­
cated to building the visibility, community participation and
collective leadership of lesbian women of color through a
wide variety of social, networking, consciousness-raising and
action-oriented activities, events and projects (50 3 764 9 3 51.
www happyoursproductions com )
IM P E R IA L SO V E R E IG N R O S E C O U R T O F O R E G O N
is the oldest gay. lesbian, bi and trans social/fund-raising
organization in the state of Oregon. Meetings are the firs* two
Mondays of each month, (www rosecourt org.)
JEW ISH GAY M E N 'S G R O U P -p le a se call for meeting time
and place (503-246-5939 efraimleviKaol com.)
K ESH ET is a social connection group for queer Jews and
their spouses, partners, significant others and good friends,
whether Jewish or not. It meets monthly for potluck dinners
and special events. (David 503-226-7079. ext 14. or Mike
503 33I-IIII.)
LESB IA N G A R D E N C L U B welcomes women at all levels of
experience and offers two plant exchanges and four social
events annually with additional spontaneous tours. A small
fee is requested for membership, which includes a quarterly
printed calendar and an invitation to join a private Yahoo
group (Lorinda 503-909-2002. www Igcpdx org )
L ESB IA N S WITH D E G R E E S is a social group that was
started for degreed women, but no degree is necessary. Just
come and join the fun! Pool parties. Scrabble and more (Lani
503-233-3557 Join listserv at LesbianswDegrees-subscribeK
yahoogroups.com.)
LU LU 'S P E R V Y PLAYH O USE 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 dykedadiK
Comcast net www luluspervyplayhouse.org )
M EN O V E R 40 is a small, socially supportive group that
meets for conversation on second and fourth Thursdays
(50 3-777-1376.)
NIGHT IN B L A C K LEATH ER and THE LEATHER D U C K
C L U B 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. orleatherfratKyahoo.com )
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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 plmKdirecway com )
P O R T L A N D LESBIA N B O O K C L U B gathers monthly
to chat about a chosen book or to attend selected
events
(6:30
pm
third
Tuesday
groupsyahoo
com/group/portlandlesbianbookclub )
P D X LESB IA N NETW O R K invites all women to join us in our
activities We host monthly card games pool and bowling
nights Beerpub visits, all outdoors activities.hiking, kayak­
ing backpacking snowshoeing skiing, snowboarding, cross
country skiing, monthly bookclub Women who love football
etc etc. We also have an annual Camp Out for members in
Summer and parcipate in the Hood to Coast relay This is a
Network, so if you want to host an event please feel free to do
so All skill levels are welcome Please find us on Facebook
and request to become a member: rules do apply
P O R T LA N D M E T R O P R IM E T IM E R S meets monthly on
fourth Sundays. Established in 1980 as a social group for older
Gay men as well as younger men who enjoy their company
Activities include potluck meals, picnics, dinners out, Bingo,
celebrations of special holiday occasions. Check out our
website web me com/byron w/pdxpt Contact 360-254-1718
or 503-286-4613
R A IN B O W E A ST E N D E R S is a group of active senior gay
men who meet a* Rainbow Vista in Gresham to socialize
travel and attend outings, including holiday parties, ocean
cruises and dining out Come make some new friends (II
am third Saturday 1350 W Powell Blvd 503-667-5575 lanK
rainbowvista.com )
R O S E CITY D IS C U S S IO N C L U B the larges* and oldest
open pansexual/alternative sexuality club in the Northwest, is
open to all orientations, fetishes and lifestyles that are safe
sane and consensual Monthly meetings, social, workshops
and newsletter (rcdcKteleport com. www rcdc.org )
S A P P H O S O C IA L C L U B is a group of women 40 years and
older building community through social and cultural activi­
ties (thesapphosocialclubKyahoocom.)
SO Y BO Y S V EG ET AR IAN M E N 'S G R O U P is a fun social
gathering for gay and bi men who are interested in a healthy
vegetarian or vegan lifestyle A variety of activities and
monthly potlucks on the last Saturday (veggieguysKaol
com.)
TUESDAY TW ILIGHT TASTING S meets for casual tast­
ings of fine wines and inspired food at West Cafe. (6-8 pm
third Tuesday. 1201 SW Jefferson St. RSVP to 503-784-4807 or
503-227-8189.)
W O M E N O F THE RIVERS, the Portland/Vancouver chapter
of Women on Wheels Motorcycle International, encourages
women who love to ride to gather for good times, support
and growth in the sport through social meetings, professional
seminars, rider training and organized and pickup rides
Monthly meetings at MacTarnahan s Taproom. (6 30 pm sec­
ond Thursday 2730 NW 31st Ave www womenoftherivers org )
»COMMUNITY
General
B A B B L E -O N T O A ST M A ST ER S meets at 803 SW Morrison
(downstairs) to develop communications and leadership
skills, including prepared speeches, impromptu speaking
and running effective meetings (4-5 30 pm Sunday 803 SW
Morrison 503-330-2706 www babble-ontm org )
B ISE X U A L C O M M U N IT Y F O R U M 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 503-285-4848.)
D EA F 6 HEA RIN G O U T R E A C H (DHOR) is a nonprofit orga­
nization dedicated to building community among deaf and
hearing queers and allies Visit our Web site for programs,
services, events and community resources. (dhorpdxKgmail.
com dhorpdx blogspot com )
D O U B L E R A IN B O W FO U N D A T IO N is available to help
all queer parents who co-conceive children to be treated
equally We believe regardless of gender, two adults in com­
mitted relationships who agree to co;create children should
be given the same rights as heterosexual couples (www
myspacecom/doublerainbowfoundation.)
PDX.FTM is a social group for female-to-male trans men and
their significant others, friends, families and allies, (groups
yahoo.com/group/PDX.FTM.)
E L D E R R E S O U R C E ALLIAN CE is a coalition of organi­
zations and individuals working to enhance the lives of
older members of the sexual minorities community through
education advocacy, outreach and resource development
Activities include sensitivity trainings, creating social change
recreational activities, information and assistance (3 30-4:30
pm first Wednesday Friendly House Community Center 1737
NW 26th Ave Rachel 503-224-2640 eracoordinatorKyahoo
com )
P D X GAY B O A R D G A M E R S meets monthly in Northwest
Portland to play everything from old-time gems (Life
Monopoly) to new classics (Settlers of Catan. Puerto Rico)
Bring your favorite game along1 (11:30 am-5 pm first Sunday
bruntl234Kgmail.com.)
EQUITY F O U N D A T IO N is a nonprofit organization founded
by gays and lesbians to build communities that embrace
the dignity and worth of all people Equity has distributed
more than $3 million in grants and scholarships throughout
Oregon (503-231-5759 www equityfoundation org )
THE GAY P IN O C H L E G R O U P 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 )
FIFTY* LE SB IA N S O C IA L G R O U P meets the third Saturday
of each month (4-7pm). For additional information call
5 0 3 64 2 3 3 60 or 971 216 1173 or email sutaytigKaol.com
P O D E R LATINO is a nonprofit social community voice
group for gay lesbian bi and trans people that reaches out
to Latinos and Latinos 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.)
G ETTING BI P D X is a women s group that meets for discus­
sion. coffee and planning social events (www gettingbipdx
com.)
O R E G O N M E N ENJOYING N A T U R ISM is a social orga­
nization for gay male naturists/nudists Social gathering
second Saturday of every month. (omenpdxKomenpdx.org
www omenpdx o r g )
P O R T L A N D LEATHER ALLIAN CE is one of the largest
pansexual. nonprofit B/D/S/M leather and fetish lifestyle
organizations in the Northwest Regular social and educa­
tional opportunities, including KinkFest Leather Ball and Fall
Vendors Fair (www pdxleatheralliance org )
P O R T L A N D LEATH ER M E N meet every second Saturday
KBOO-FM's Out Loud queer news and public affairs show
featuring local guests and announcements, airs second and
fourth Tuesdays This Way Out. the international queer show
airs on first, third and fifth Tuesdays (6 pm 90 7 FM Portland.
919 FM Hood River 100 7 FM Willamette Valley www kboo fm
kboooutloudKyahoo com )
Queer-friendly N O R T H W EST V ET ER A N S F O R P E A C E
meets Sundays at Tully s (II am 935 NE Broadway nwvpK
teleport com www peaceveterans org )
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