OREGON S GAY/LESBIAN/Bl/TRANS/QUEER NEWSMAGAZINE
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ings and cultural ©vents. Friendly environment to meet and
connect with other API. (PO Box 12661. Portland. OR 97232.
aplg_pdx@yahoo.com.)
BAD GIRLS 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.net.)
BOOKWOMEN is a lesbian discussion group that meets
monthly to share stories, favorite authors, top 10 lists and
opinions and reviews of the assigned book. (503-689-0305.
mikkata@comcast.net.)
BORDER RIDERS MOTORCYCLE CLUB provides social
opportunities for gay men interested in recreational motor
cycle touring and camping. (503-325-2209. brmcprez®
borderriders.com.)
CASCADE 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. casflyers@yahoo.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.. 503-298-9135)
A COMMON BOND is a social support network for former or
questioning Jehovah's Witnesses who are queer, (acbport-
land@webtv net.)
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. (503-971-1515.
groups.yahoo.com/group/coqsure.)
F.A.G. PDX (FEMME AFFINITY GROUP PORTLAND), a radi
cal 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* LESBIAN SOCIAL GROUP for women meets on the third
Saturday of the month. (9-7 pm. 50 3-692-33 60 or 971-216-1173.
sutaytig@aol.com.)
FTM PACIFIC NW OR 6 WA is a social and discus
sion group for female-to-male trans men. (groups.yahoo.
com/group/FTM_PacificNW.)
FUNNY 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, (flataps@yahoo.com.)
GAY GUYS GARDENING is a member supported organiza
tion focused on growing, harvesting and storing food crops.
Contact Tom Winterrowd. 503-263-2696. or gayguysgarden-
ing@yahoo.com.
GAY MEN WHO HAVE LOST THEIR PARTNERS 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.)
GENEALOGY GROUP forming. Gather with other lesbian
researchers to trace your family tree and tackle "brickwall"
female ancestors, (famhistnw@aol.com.)
HAPPY OURS PRODUCTIONS 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. (503.769.9351.
wwwhappyoursproductions.com.)
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.)
JEWISH GAY MEN S GROUP-please call for meeting time
and place. (503-296-5939. efraimlevi@aol.com.)
KESHET 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. (Ira Forleiter. iraf@spiritone.com. or visit
wwwgayjewishportland.com.)
LESBIAN GARDEN CLUB 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.)
LESBIANS WITH DEGREES 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-subscribe®
yahoogroups.com.)
LULU'S PERVY PLAYHOUSE is a social group for self-iden
tifying women who are into S/M. Play parties are held on the
second Saturday of the month. (503-231-3992. dykedadi®
comcast.net. www luluspenryplayhouse.org.)
NIGHT IN BLACK LEATHER and THE LEATHER DUCK
CLUB are the first and third Friday of each month at Gail's
Dirty Duck Tavern. (9 pm-midnight. 939 NW Third Ave
503-229-8996 orleatherfrat@yahoo.com.)
OREGON COAST GROUP WINDANSEA is a new group
embarking on the journey of bringing the LGBT community
at the Oregon Coast together to support our precious com
munity. Let's get together and figure out how to enhance our
coastal lives together, and let's have fun! (Contact Jsea at
jsea@lavenderwomyn com or call 503-975-8015.)
OREGON MEN ENJOYING NATURISM is a social organiza
tion for gay male naturists/nudists. Social gathering second
Saturday of every month. (omenpdx@omenpdx org www
omenpdxorg.)
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.)
PDX GAY BOARD GAMERS meets monthly in Northwest
New group gives vo ice to LGBTQ
Latino com m unity
SOMOS, a new Latino LGBTQ com -
munity group, was formed just last Octo
ber by a group o f leaders in the Portland
Latino community, and has seen steady
growth and earned an impressive reputa
tion in a short amount o f time.
The social group is designed to help and
promote the Latino LGBTQ_ community
in a culturally appropriate environment
through education, personal health, support
services, cultural integration, advocacy and
community building in Oregon and South
west Washington. W ith weekly meetings
from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Friday at
Educate Ya (200 NE 20th Ave., Ste. 10),
SOM OS aims to provide a balance be
tween the social and educational goals that
have made the group successful thus far.
“Our meetings are very dynamic and
are focused on building and fostering a
sense o f community among Latino LG -
BTQJindividuals],”explains SOM OS co
chair and co-founder Cesar Pecori. “We
balance all our events by providing weekly
scheduled social events, such us Movie
Night, Game Night and Party Night.”
Meetings also include educational pro
grams like “Voices 6c Ideas,” a workshop
discussion on issues affecting the Latino
LGBTQ_community.
“People attending these meetings have
been responding very positively,” says
Pecori. “One o f the most positive out-
Portland to play everything from old-time gems (Life.
Monopoly) to new classics (Settlers of Catan. Puerto Rico).
Bring your favorite game along! (11:30 am-5 pm first Sunday.
bruntl239@gmail.com.)
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 503-691-7229.)
PODER 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 503-261-5963.)
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 educa
tional opportunities, including KinkFest. Leather Ball and Fall
Vendors Fair, (www pdxleatheralliance org.)
PORTLAND LEATHERMEN 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, TuckerWalter@gmail.com.)
PORTLAND LESBIAN BOOK CLUB gathers monthly
to chat about a chosen book or to attend selected
events
(6:30
pm
third
Tuesday,
groups.yahoo
com/group/portlandlesbianbookclub.)
PDX LESBIAN NETWORK invites all women to join us in our
activities. We host monthly card, games, pool and bowling
nights. Beerpub visits, all outdoors activities.hiking, kayaking,
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
PORTLAND METRO PRIME TIMERS 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: 360-259-1718 or
503-286-9613.
RAINBOW EASTENDERS is a group of active senior gay
men who meet at 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. ian@
rainbowvista com.)
M
o Hi
LGBTQ Latinos
comes is the increase o f participants and
the increasing referrals to friends and oth
ers in the LGBTQ_community.”
In addition to the weekly meetings,
SOM OS is presenting a host o f benefits
and social outings, including a monthly
dance/dinner party at different locations
throughout the city. An upcoming dinner
on Sunday, May 23 will raise funds for the
group, and plans for a three-day retreat
over Memorial Day weekend, a Pride Cel
ebration Party (Sunday, June 20), a leader
ship workshop (Saturday,July 10), an HIV
education and prevention training course
and much more are in the works.
For more information on locations and
times o f upcoming events , e-m ail somos. info@
gmail.com. You can also visit the group's Face-
book page by searching aSOMOS_LGBTQ”
or their Google Groups page by searching
* 'somos-lgbtq-latinos. ”
- Ryan J. Prado
ROSE CITY DISCUSSION CLUB the largest 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. (rcdc@teleport com www.rcdc.org.)
SAPPHO SOCIAL CLUB is a group of women 90 years and
older building community through social and cultural activi
ties. (thesapphosocialclub@yahoo.com.)
SOMOS LGBTQ Latinos group is a welcoming social and
educational gathering for gay. lesbians, bisexuals, trans. and
queer Latinos. (6:30-8:30pm. Educate Ya. 200 NE 20th Ave
Suite-10, somos.info@gmail.com)
SOYBOYS VEGETARIAN MEN S GROUP 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 (veggieguys@aol com.)
TUESDAY TWILIGHT TASTINGS 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 503-789-9807 or
503-227-8189.)
WOMEN OF 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 will be announced: find us on Facebook or
contact Kristie at kwcg@aol com for more information (www
womenoftherivers.org.)
»COMMUNITY
General
ACTIVISTS AND SOCIAL CHANGERS Get involved in the
movement to end violence against women and children!
Home Free, a program of Volunteers of America for women
and children surviving domestic violence has openings
for compassionate people to assist in our restraining order
advocacy program You will provide emotional support safety
planning and resource referrals. Training is provided covers
dynamics of domestic violence with an emphasis on legal
issues Last year, advocates assisted over 2.900 petitioners!
Call Jen at 503 802 0999 to get more information 8 to take
action.
BABBLE-ON TOASTMASTERS meets at 803 SW Morrison
(downstairs) to develop communications and leadership
skills including prepared speeches, impromptu speaking
and running effective meetings (9 5:30 pm Sunday 803 SW
Morrison 503-330-2706 www babble-ontm org )
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
900 SE 12th Ave. Laury 503-285-9898.)
DEAF 6 HEARING OUT REACH (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 (dhorpdx@gmail.
com. dhorpdx.blogspot.com.)
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 com
mitted relationships who agree to co-create children should
be given the same rights as heterosexual couples, (www
myspace.com/doublerainbowfoundation.)
ELDER RESOURCE ALLIANCE is a coalition of organiza
tions 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 (3:30-9:30
pm first Wednesday. Friendly House Community Center. 1737
NW 26th Ave Rachel 50 3-229-2690. eracoordinator@yahoo.
com.)
EQUITY FOUNDATION 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.)
FIFTY* LESBIAN SOCIAL GROUP meets the third Saturday"*
of each month (9-7pm). For additional information call
50 3.692.3 3 60 or 971.216.1173 or email sutaytig@aol com
GETTING BI PDX is a women's group that meets for discus
sion. coffee and planning social events (www.gettingbipdx.
com.)
GLBTQI DISABILITY GROUP brings together the GLBTQI
community with physical disabilities of all types, and friends,
for activities such as movie-going, music, eating out and
exploring Portland. Come meet others like yourself, connect
with old friends and make new friends! (For information. 503-
213-3801 or pdxglbtqidisabled@comcast.net)
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.
91.9 FM Hood River. 100.7 FM Willamette Valley, www kboo.fm
kboooutloud@yahoo.com.)
Queer-friendly NORTHWEST VETERANS FOR PEACE
meets Sundays at Tully s. (II am. 935 NE Broadway nwvp@
teleport.com www.peaceveterans.org.)
LOVE MAKES A FAMILY. INC. is an international organization
that provides a public voice for queer families We educate
and advocate for family equality, social justice and peace
Your membership supports parents and their children, works
for safe schools and encourages equal rights for all couples
Come volunteer at our two booths at the Oregon State Fair
with the themes "Equality is a Family Value" and "Peace is a
Family Value" (503-228-3892. www LMFamily org.)
MANIFEST (formerly Q-LAND). a nonprofit men's wellness
community, empowers men to pursue their wellness passions
together through programs like yoga, cycling, hiking, medita
tion. healing touch classes, vision teams, wellness coaching,
information and referrals We manifest wellness and love
through community. (503-223-8822. ext I www manifestpdx
org.)
MEN'S WELLNESS CENTER is a space dedicated to the
health and wellness of men into men. offering a variety of
health and social events, discussion groups, workshops. HIV/
STD testing, free condoms and lube, risk reduction counsel
ing. WiFi and Internet access. (3-9 pm Wednesday-Saturday
Testing on Tuesday 5-9 pm. Wednesday II am-2 pm. Saturday
(HIV only) 5-9 pm. 209 SW Fourth Ave . 503-995-7699. cityguy$@
cascadeaids.org.)
THE OREGON SAFE SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY^
COALITION seeks to create safe schools and communities
for families educators and students statewide (503-260-5792
www oregonsafeschools.org.)
POLYAMORY CIRCLE is a gathering for folks exploring
options beyond monogamy Discussions include open
relationships, extended families and intentional com
munities Everyone is welcome (7 pm third Monday Laury
503-285-9898 )
THE PORTLAND LESBIAN GARDEN CLUB welcomes
women at all levels of gardening experience and offers
a spring and fall plant exchange and four social events
annually A nominal fee is requested for membership which
includes an invitation to join a private Yahoo chat group, i '
Reach them a* 503-909-2002 (Lorinda) or at Igcpdx org
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 (PO Box 9731. Portland. OR
97208 503 516 2998 )
PRIDE NORTHWEST, a volunteer-run 50l(c)3 nonprofit
organization, seeks vendors and volunteers for the Portland
Pride Festival, which is held every Father s Day weekend
at Waterfront Park (503-295-9788 info@pndenw.org www
pridenw o rg )
SENIOR HOUSING AND RETIREMENT ENTERPRISES
(SHARE) is laying the groundwork for future gay and lesbian
senior housing in the Portland area Call to join a committee
(503-229 8881 www sharepdx org.)
THE SEXUAL MINORITIES ROUNDTABLE meets second^r-
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-130 pm llll SW Second Ave
•1526 503-823-0027)