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Getting perspective on recent hate-crime headlines BY MARTY DAVIS besieged by bigots out to batter and bruise the gays. I think our city is a city—and as such it includes its fair share of punks and bullies and drunks and the sad and the homeless and the mentally ill. Add to this mix warm nights, drugs, alcohol, testosterone and bravado and, yes, something unfortunate, if not worse, is likely to happen to someone. The victims might—will be—black, white, Latino, gay, straight, fat, disabled or, quite often, simply someone in the wrong place at the wrong time. So what’s to be done? If I had that answer, I’d be running for one of those greatlyneeds-a-new-person city council seats. But that answer implies that one person, one mayor, one commissioner, one police chief can solve the problems of the city. That’s not going to happen. It takes everyone. It takes me. It takes you. It takes calm yet directed leadership. It takes people willing to say, “Wait a minute, let’s think this out.” It takes focused action, not scattered reaction. It takes more events like “Hands Across Hawthorne” where many segments of the community came to stand together. And it will take the LGBTQ community standing together with others when the attack has not been directed at one of us. When’s the last time that happened? When have we collectively gone to a candlelight vigil for a victim who wasn’t one of us? As often is the case, more questions than answers. Let me zoom back out and see what I can find.
I think it will come as a surprise to no one if I tell you that I like to take photos. I relish going to community events and am proud of the archive of images that Just Out is compiling. I’m not a professional photographer, far from it, and I work in quantity as much as quality. I love the thrill of the hunt, forever and always seeking out that one photo that will be a real standout. I’m self-taught, do no Photoshopping or app editing and take much pride in receiving Facebook notifications stating that so and so “has made your photo their profile picture.” I use a zoom lens in my work, especially at entertainment venues. I like to look at my subject from many angles, from many directions. I zoom in, I look closely, I zoom out, I take in the wider view. I want to see it all; I want a broad perspective. The goal is that the final selected photograph is the best representation of the actual event—of a specific moment in time. Sometimes the ability to zoom out, stand back and focus from a distance can bring the greatest sense of clarity to a subject or a situation. What I am doing with my internal zoom lens right now is using it to view, with perspective, the situation in Portland—where once again not one, not two but three possible bias crimes have been reported recently to Portland police. When viewed up close, especially from the perspective of the victim, each of these incidences is a personally frightening and traumatic circumstance. I am in no way, shape or form minimizing the impact of these attacks. At the same time, though, as I zoom back out, broaden the picture, and take in a larger view encompassing days, weeks and months—a
hundred, a thousand and multiple thousands of people—I arrive at the perspective that there is simply not an epidemic of hate crimes against the LGBTQ community in Portland, Ore. in 2011. Now is not the time for panic or alarm. Now is the time for increased awareness and safety measures. Now is not the time to blame the victim, but now is the time for a greater sense of personal responsibility and accountability. Now is not the time to again demand that the police department, the police chief, the mayor, the attorney general, the governor and on up rush off to again state their combined dedicated interest in protecting our community. Now is the time for calm leadership and common sense. Again, looking from the zoomed-out position, during the same time that there were three reported attacks against the LGBTQ community, how many murders, shootings, robberies and other crimes were committed against all members of the greater Portland population? A lot, folks. A lot more than three. Zoom in—oh my god, they’re after the gays. Zoom out—it’s tough everywhere, people. It’s like the Fourth of July for my dog, when I have to issue repeated comfortings: “No, they’re not shooting dogs. It just sounds that way.” I am well aware that I risk the animosity of a large chunk of the community by stating an opinion that will be contrary to the popular. Again, I am not minimizing what has happened nor am I am excusing it. I am simply stating that to my mind the gay community is as safe, if not safer, in Portland, Ore. than any other place that you might find yourself. I don’t think our city is
There are five Fridays in July, meaning Just Out will be on vacation the week of July 18. We’ll be back in print on August 5—but we’ll still see you at Gay Skate on July 18.
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is believed to be the first of its kind in the nation. The program is designed to fulfill another major component of the bureau’s partnership agreement with the sexual minority community.
relationships? Marriage was created as a property relationship between heterosexuals and has traditionally been about control and restrictions. Why do we want that for us? It doesn’t make any sense.”
• During a visit to the gay-community based Body Positive Centre, bisexual singer Elton John announced that he will donate all United Kingdom royalties from his future hit singles to HIV and AIDS charities.
• Oregon state Rep. George Eighmey, the teddy-bearish gay legislator from Southeast Portland, vowed never to pretend again. “I had to spend the first 40 years of my life fighting my sexuality—fighting being who I really am,” explains Eighmey, who is now in his mid-50s. During those four decades Eighmey followed through with the cultural expectations which required that he act straight, marry someone of the opposite sex and procreate.
• Two gay male couples and a lesbian couple got married at the Reykjavik registry office on June 27, the day Iceland’s same-sex registered partnership law came into effect. Celebrations continued into the night at Iceland’s one gay club. • Legislation banning same-sex marriage was signed into law in June in both Michigan and Delaware. This brings to 13 the number of states that have enacted laws banning lesbian and gay marriages since 1995. • A dozen volunteers graduated July 1 from the Portland Police Bureau’s Crisis Response Team training. The team, whose members are from the sexual minorities community,
• A Portland lesbian couple has filed a lawsuit against The Oregonian, claiming the newspaper’s refusal to print their wedding announcement violates city and state laws prohibiting discrimination in public accommodations. • Harry Hay, an 84-year-old activist, educator, author and visionary, believes the push by gay and lesbian people towards assimilation—via MTV or any other vehicle—will undermine a community and culture that is blessed with many gifts, including the proclivity for healing and artistic creation. “Hell, that’s what same-sex marriage will be,” says the deep-voiced Hay, a man not known for mincing words. “Why do we want to change our beautiful domestic
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• If it’s July it must be time for Christmas in July, the annual auction benefiting Esther’s Pantry. Esther’s Pantry provides food, nutritional supplements and personal health care products for people with AIDS. • The Portland City Club examines the constitutional aspects of same-sex marriage at its Friday Forum. Speakers include attorney Jon P. Terry and Portland’s Chief Deputy City Attorney Madelyn F. Wessel.
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Letters & transitions
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northwest news in brief
12 Age Ain’t Nothin’ But a Number Old Lesbians Organizing for Change gather for first Pacific Northwest Regional conference
14 Faces of Pride Meet two more community figures worth getting to know
16 The Final Countdown Basic Rights Oregon prepares to bring marriage equality to the ballot
18 Not afraid Additional anti-gay attacks inspire emboldened response
» CULTURE & Lifestyle 21 Out & About 27 It’s on! Introducing the First Annual Portland Queer Music Festival
28 A Slow Dance for Fast Times John Cameron Mitchell brings NYC’s hottest party, and a faerie-inspired vision, to the Rose City
29 Bunny, “the heifer” Lady Bunny Hops into Portland
30 let the games begin! Second GLISA North America Outgames hits Vancouver, Portland represents
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crocc rocks Hawaiian outrigger canoeing alive and well in Portland with the Columbia River Outrigger Canoeing Club
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countdown to the cup Portland Cup softball tourney returns in August
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vinylly! Sugar Town debut shows its soul for Q Patrol
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“I Belong, You Are Family” To the Editor: There has been a lot about transgender health care and other trans issues in the media recently. I find the evidence of change hopeful, but many of the comments written in response ... are painful to read. The comment that was most painful to me personally was not one of the hate-filled ones found by the hundreds in The Oregonian. Instead, it was left by a Just Out reader [“BREAKING: Mayor Adams Pushing Trans-Inclusive Health Care Benefits for City Employees,” posted May 31]. “Why are we (the larger LGBQ community) stuck with these (trans) people? Somebody else take them.” I guess this particular comment hurt the most because it came from “family.” I would ask for an opportunity to address it here. As a transgender man, I am part of the LGBTQI family. I do belong. If you know what it feels like to grow up hiding an integral part of yourself because you knew it was not safe to express your sexual/ gender identity, you are part of my family. If you knew, often from the time you were a small child ... that you were “different,” and wondered, often for years, if you were the only one like this, then you are part of my family. If you grew up in a culture that taught you that how you walk, how you dressed, spoke and moved through the world were wrong, and it needed to be changed,
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Mayor Frank Jordan in 1992. Along the way she held many prominent posts in California politics, including chief of staff to San Francisco Passionate. Confrontational. Tough as nails. Supervisor Harry Britt, who succeeded Harvey Milk after his assassination in 1978. Focused. Harris came to Oregon in 1994 to serve as These are the words that people use to describe Jean Harris, a longtime LGBT activ- campaign director for the “No on 13” effort ist who passed away this month in her Palm against Lon Mabon and the Oregon Citizens Alliance and stayed in Oregon to work on Ron Springs home. “What I most remember about Jean is her Wyden’s successful U.S. Senate bid in 1996. “Jean had an intensity and passion that made tenacity,” said Laura Dellinger, who served as board chair of Basic Rights Oregon when Har- you want her on your team,” said Josh Kardon, ris was hired there. “When she set her mind to former chief of staff to Sen. Wyden. “After the drain of campaign life and accompanying cynisomething, it was impossible to shake her.” cism wore down the mere mortals Friends will tell you Harris was on a campaign, Jean would carry not always easy to get along with. people across the line with that But everyone respected her. fierce, competitive spirit of hers.” “She was a force to be reckoned She was recruited to serve as with,” recalls Cathy Abrruzzese, who Basic Rights Oregon’s second exworked with Harris at Basic Rights. ecutive director, succeeding found“Jean was ‘in your face’ all the Jean Harris (right) er Julie R. Davis. Harris is credited time—especially if you weren’t and her partner for growing Basic Rights into a stepping up to help or doing all Denise Penn strong, ongoing organization. you could to advance the cause,” Harris eventually returned to CaliforDellinger recalls. “But she was also vulnerable and compassionate—and sharp as a tack. We nia to serve as the executive director of the were fortunate to have her working on behalf of California Alliance for Pride and Equality (now Equality California) and later for other the movement in Oregon. I will miss her.” Harris worked her way through college political causes, including Howard Dean’s climbing telephone poles for GTE, and she presidential campaign. She is survived by her partner, Denise Penn, climbed her way through California politics as ably. Her first political job was as a field orga- their four children and one grandchild, her sibnizer for the McGovern presidential campaign lings Ray and Linda, and her mother, who just in 1971, and she went on to serve as deputy to celebrated her 90th birthday. From Denise Penn
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When Carolyn Russel’s daughter came out at age 14, the West Linn elementary school teacher started looking for ways to support her and found that there weren’t any resources in Clackamas County. Through her involvement with the Portland chapter of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), Russel learned about the Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Resource Center (SMYRC) and got inspired to start a Clackamas chapter of PFLAG. “She became a SMYRC kid,â€? Russel says. And while she was happy to have found a safe space for her daughter, she also acknowledges, “It’s a lot of bus rides for kids out here.â€? After the Clackamas PFLAG sponsored an alter- The Living Room represents in the Pride parade. native prom that attracted about 100 Clackamas County youth, Russel es by Clackamas County jazz band Green realized she needed to get something going Machine. “She believes really strongly in what we’re locally. So she collaborated with R.E. Szego doing,â€? Russel says of Monsoon, who is a to found The Living Room. “We started with two people in a church former SMYRC youth and friend of Rusbasement, now we have a board of nine,â€? sel’s daughter. So does the Oregon Safe Schools and Russel says. “It’s been amazing how fast we’ve grown, which tells you something Community Coalition, which provides the Living Room with its 501(c)(3) nonprofit about the need out here.â€? The Living Room now has a weekly drop- status. “They took us under our wing,â€? Russel in for queer youth ages 14-20 Wednesdays from 4-8 p.m. at Oregon City’s Atkinson says. “We’re mighty, but we’re small. Still, Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church. It we’re trying to grow.â€? Part of that growth is about expanding also hosts events such as the Annual GayStraight Alliance Summit, monthly GSA services to reach more youth in the large meet-ups and the Clackamas County Alter- county that includes suburban cities such as West Linn and Lake Oswego but also ennative Prom. While the organization receives grants to compasses more rural outposts such as Molcover some of its expenses, it still needs help lala, Estacada and Sandy. “I’d like to see us focus more on smaller making ends meet. Enter the annual Living rural communities,â€? Russel says, adding, Room fundraiser. “Last year we did a silent auction, this “They don’t all have moms who will drive year we’re doing‌ just a celebration,â€? Russel them.â€?
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Program coordinator Brenda Myers agrees that transportation is a major hurdle for reaching more youth. “The challenges of doing this work is feeling like I’m not able to reach all of the folks that I want to reach in Clackamas County,” Myers, 27, says, “sometimes because of geographic location and transportation, sometimes Hamburger Mary’s location in Old Town because of resistance from parents.” For those youth she is able to reach, Myers (SAFES) had a lot to do with it. Since that initial frustration from Cooke with regard says the rewards are obvious. “I see success on a daily basis with the to his perception that SAFES management work that we’re doing,” Myers says, “to see was sweeping the problem under the rug, and hear that they are feeling safe and hav- Cooke’s concerns reached Office of Neighing fun…. Seeing that mission carried out borhood Involvement crime prevention program coordinator Mike Boyer. Boyer on a daily [basis] is great.” Friends of The Living Room Second Annual found many Old Town businesses were Fundraiser; July 28, 7-9:30 p.m.; The Ains- complaining about the same thing: not worth House, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Drive, enough cops, too much crime. “I’ve been here for 10 months now, and Oregon City; $35 per ticket or $250 for a table we’ve watched this neighborhood go downof eight; livingroomyouth.org. hill fast,” explains Cooke, who had to alter --Erin Rook his restaurant’s hours after it was discovered an employee was robbed following a latenight shift. “Not only did this neighborhood Increased Fear for Safety in Old Town Prompts Area go downhill, but we also watched drug dealers, prostitution and crime take over the Business, Police Response streets.” On Monday, July 11, Boyer and Cooke Following a public plea for a broader police presence in Old Town and Chinatown helped organize a neighborhood meeting by as many as six area businesses, the Port- with representatives from Old Town busiland Police Bureau says it will do everything ness’ Upper Playground, Anthem Records, in its power to increase a greater sense of Casey’s Bar, Macdonald Center, David safety in the area. The question on the lips of Gold—owner of the Goldsmith Blocks— and SAFES. Also in attendance was a reprethese proprietors, though, is “when?” Ian Cooke, owner of Hamburger Mary’s sentative from the District Attorney’s office, (19 NW Fifth Ave.), alerted the media in Central City Concern, Clean and Safe and late June to incidences occurring outside of the Portland Police Bureau. Reportedly, his business that were leading to decreased however, the meeting did not go well. “It was the biggest waste of time,” Cooke patronage of his restaurant and fearful employees. These issues included drug dealing, says. “The tone wasn’t, ‘Oh my god, these are and verbal threats toward his customers. pressing issues,’ the tone was, ‘This meeting Cooke stated in a letter—sent to the West- wasn’t organized.’ There wasn’t anyone at ern headquarters of the Salvation Army— that meeting who could have made a decithat his business’ proximity next door to the sion, implemented a policy or changed anySalvation Army Female Emergency Shelter thing that was currently happening. That to
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me was a slap in the face.” Following that meeting, Captain Sara Westbrook, head of the Central Precinct and LGBTQ community liaison, met with Cooke, along with Lieutenant Mike Marshman, to discuss the neighborhood’s safety issues. Cooke says Capt. Westbrook and Lt. Marshman met with him for about an hourand-a-half to hear his complaints. Among them, the consensus among Old Town businesses affected by homeless loiterers, drug dealers and prostitutes was that police presence only a few blocks east from them, in the Entertainment District near the Dixie Tavern and Barracuda, is huge. Cooke reasoned the problem was not solely with clients of SAFES, but simply a sense of lawlessness in Old Town. Sergeant Pete Simpson of the PPB reiterates the commitment the bureau has to effectively policing Old Town. “Central Precinct will continue to provide extra emphasis to areas most affected by street-level crime and livability issues through increased foot patrols, and special attention by the Service Coordination Team and Entertainment District detail officers,” Simpson says. Boyer says he’ll be reaching out again to all affected businesses that attended the meeting. “If the general sense is that they felt the need to touch base again in a meeting with those resources, or one on one with the Clean and Safe program, I’m going to cater a response to what I’m hearing feedbackwise from those groups.” Just Out was unable to obtain comment from SAFES management before it went to press. We will continue to follow up on this story as it develops.
was previously elected by house members in January to fill the Democratic Co-Speaker Pro Tempore position. On June 30, the Democratic members of the House elected her to serve as their caucus leader after the session adjourned. Oregon’s House is split evenly between Democrats and Republicans, 30 each. “I am honored to have the support of my colleagues to serve as House Democratic leader,” Kotek told Just Out. “We have an opportunity to build on the success of the legislative session and deliver on issues that matter most to Oregonians—creating family-wage jobs, investing in education and delivering quality, affordable health care.” As a freshman legislator in 2007, Kotek led efforts to pass laws banning discrimination based on sexual orientation, as well as to create domestic partnerships for same-sex couples. “My job is to lead the House Democrats through a productive February 2012 session and regain the majority in the November general election,” Kotek said.
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Representative Tina Kotek (H.D. 44, N/ NE Portland) has joined a select group of LGBTQ legislators in other states who have leadership roles in their chambers. Rep. Kotek—Oregon’s only openly lesbian member of the Oregon Legislative Assembly—
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Friday, July 15 to the CelebrAcción Dance Party, followed by the much-anticipated Chicas CelebrAcción, honoring LGBTQ Latinas and embracing all those who love them with an all-day feast for the senses Saturday, July 16. Attendees can look forward to a brunch at 11 a.m. catered by Mayahuel Catering at Q Center (4115 N. Mississippi Ave.), a motorcycle and bicycle ride from Q to Col. Summers Park at 2 p.m., followed by the capper—an enormous CelebrAcción dance party at Crush (1400 SE Morrison St.) co-hosted by Chicas and the folks behind Chocolate City. Sunday, July 17 brings the bigger, better, hotter and later 2011 PDX Latino Gay Pride festival to a whole new level at the
(2100 SE Turner Road, Salem). With various informational booths from the likes of GLSEN Oregon, Lavender Womyn and Basic Rights Oregon, as well as live tunes by the Kate Sullivan Band, Johanna Beekman and RADD, among others, this is a gathering you don’t want to miss. The fourth annual Umatilla Morrow Alternatives Multicultural Event in Hermiston celebrates the pride of all ethnic and sexual minorities Saturday, August 6 from noon to 5 p.m. at McKenzie Park (320 S. First St.). Entertainment includes local band Bent, Native American dancers and the Mexican dance troupe Bailadores del Sol, as well as Portland musician Joaquin Lopez and much more. Lastly in pride news, Portland Black Pride wants to hear from you. The organization is requesting for attendees of this year’s Black Pride events to take a few minutes and complete a brief survey at surveymonkey.com/s/89LGLPX. For further information on PDX Latino Gay Pride 2011, visit latinogaypridepdx.com. For more information on Capitol Pride in Salem, visit capitolpride.org. For more on Hermiston’s Multicultural Festival, visit umalt.com, or call 541-626-9635.
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Eastbank Esplanade beginning at noon. A full lineup of performers, special guest speakers, nonprofit organization representatives and more are scheduled to take the main stage. At 4 p.m., the Mariposa Awards are to be distributed to those Portland Latino Gay Pride deemed outstanding individuals and organizations making a difference in the community. Recipients include Debra Porta of Pride Northwest, David Zambrano of the Miss Latin Look International Pageants, Just Out publisher Marty Davis and Manuel Ramos of Lo Nuestro Ballet Folklorico. And don’t forget statewide pride celebrations. Oregon’s governmental seat gets loud and proud Saturday, August 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Cascade Gateway Park
The Advocate named former Portlander and longtime editor of Curve magazine Diane Anderson-Minshall as its new executive editor Wednesday, July 6, according to Media Bistro’s FishbowlLA blog. Anderson-Minshall, whom Just Out most recently profiled as she transitioned from editing Curve to embarking on the Greening America tour with her husband Jacob, has moved to Los Angeles, where she will report to editor-in-chief Matthew Breen at the magazine’s L.A. office. “Diane comes to The Advocate with an extensive background in LGBT media and an infectious enthusiasm for the important stories our community has to tell. I’m very excited to be working with her to further our long history of delivering compelling
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Community News in Brief • This year’s sold-out Red Dress Party—held in April—raised a whopping $45,000 with an evening of “Red Hotâ€? hijinks and a lot of heart. On Thursday, July 21, the Red Dress board presents a check of $15,000 each to this year’s beneficiaries: Q Center, Pivot and the SafeChoice Domestic Violence Program of YWCA Clark County. The check presentation takes place at Hobo’s (120 NW Third Ave.) 5:30–7 p.m. Those interested in attending should RSVP by Wednesday, July 20 to Reid Decker at reidecker@yahoo.com. For more information about this year’s Red Dress Party, visit reddresspdx.com.
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Events of Note • Portland’s Q Patrol is seeking proactive LGBTQ citizen and allied volunteers for training and volunteering to help keep the streets safe from anti-gay discrimination and violence. Q Patrol was formed by concerned citizens, anti-violence organizations, city officials and more in 2010 in response to an increased number of gay bashings in downtown Portland. But it only works if dedicated volunteers can make time to make the difference needed. “The current problem is the lack of people actually volunteering any time outside of the
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• Thinking of captaining an AIDS Walk Portland 2011 team this year, but need some help? Look no further than the Team Captain Kick-Off Party Thursday, July 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Lan Su Chinese Garden (239 NW Everett St.). With AIDS Walk Portland just around the corner on October 2, this is your chance to meet potential teammates to walk and raise money for the continued support of Cascade AIDS Project’s role in raising awareness for, educating about and erasing the stigma of HIV/AIDS in the Portland metro area. The party is limited to the first 250 people who RSVP. If you’ve got your team figured out already, join the 10,000 others by registering now at aidswalkportland.org. For RSVP information for the Team Captain KickOff Party, visit cascadeaids.org. • Q Center (4115 N. Mississippi Ave.) hosts and is beneficiary of Qfest 2011, held Thursday, July 21 from 5 to 9 p.m. Presented by the Pride Professional Alliance, this benefit barbecue includes free food, drinks, live music and a bounce house for kids. There’s a suggested donation of $10. The Pride Professional Alliance (PPA) promotes and encourages professional enterprises and development within the community that actively support individual success, diverse families and community involvement through partnerships and educational programs. For more information about PPA, visit prideprofessionalalliance.com.
• On Saturday, July 23, the next in a series of bully prevention and self-defense trainings is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. for children ages 7–10 years old at the One with Heart Tulen Center (4231 SE Hawthorne Blvd.). These free trainings are designed to raise awareness about bullying and offer practical skills for responding to bullying behavior. Pre-registration is required; call 503-2311999. For more information about One with Heart Tulen Center, visit onewithheart.com. • Positive Force NW gears up for its Second Annual Positive Picnic at Peninsula Park (corner of N. Albina Ave. and N. Rosa Parks Way, picnic site B) Sunday, July 31 from noon to 3:30 p.m. The Positive Picnic is a great opportunity for people living with HIV and their families to meet and network with other individuals living with HIV. This alcohol-free event includes a barbecue with grilled burgers, hot dogs, vegetarian food and more, all compliments of Positive Force NW. Enjoy a game of kickball or other park activities. Those interested in attending should RSVP no later than Tuesday, July 26 to David Duncan at dduncan@cascadeaids.org, or call 503-278-3848. marty davis
training,” explains Samuel Thomas, a Q Patrol co-founder. “Just one Friday or Saturday night a month is all we ask for.” A great time to find out more about how you can help Q Patrol is coming up Monday, July 18 during a social event at Red Cap Garage (1035 SW Stark St.) from 7 to 10 p.m. Thomas mans the bar while you meet Q Patrol volunteers to find out more information about how to get involved to make our community safer. The event is 21 and over, with no cover, and includes drink specials. For more information about Q Patrol, search “QPatrol Portland” on Facebook.
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Whether you’ve noticed it or not, ageism the Portland chapter. Now, for the first time is everywhere. Chances are if you’re unaware, in OLOC’s history, the Pacific Northwest— you might be a part of the problem. Here’s a specifically, Tacoma, Wash.—plays host to quick test: Did you chuckle when Betty the organization’s regional conference, White and Abe Vigoda were famously tack- which as co-founder Brindley sees it should led during a pickup football game in the help boost the group’s visibility, and rally Super Bowl XLV Snickers commercial? support for their important mission. “An awful lot of old people, period—not Mary Beth Brindley didn’t, and odds are the entirety of the national organization Old just old lesbians—do not stick up for themLesbians Organizing for Change (OLOC) selves,” says Brindley, 71. “We absolutely felt the same way. On their watch, ageism must do that, be it on the bus, at the doctor’s office, anywhere. Any instance where people has nowhere to hide. are belittling, downplay“That was so belittling ing old people, ignoring to knock those two mar- “I would have never conus, we have got to stand velous and, yes, famous, sidered myself an activist up for ourselves.” people to the ground in Portland’s OLOC the mud in order to adver- until I came to Portland. I chapter has about 20 tise a candy bar,” says was too busy hiding in the members total, with Brindley, the chair of closet to try to protect my about 11 who actively Portland’s chapter of support the group’s efOLOC. “I got on the In- sanity and my existence. It ternet and told them what brought out the best in me.” forts. The 2011 Regional July I thought about that. Our -mary beth brindley Gathering—held 28-31—is a partnership nation must really enjoy venture between Portland’s chapter and the seeing seniors pushed in the mud.” For the past 20 years, that sense of pro- Puget Sound chapter. During the three-day tecting and encouraging senior citizens to conference, various panels and workshops stand up against discrimination has fueled tackle the themes of community, visibility OLOC, and provided the benchmark for and action, with a keynote address by awardcombating ageism not just in the LGBT winning author and historian Lillian Fadercommunity, but with seniors across the man. Keeping the community abreast of board. In 1990, a group of old lesbians in discriminatory issues facing old people has Santa Barbara, Calif. became fed up with been at the center of Brindley’s focus since the stigma, and sparked the first inklings of she moved to Portland from Fort Worth, what became OLOC. In 1999, six Portland Texas 15 years ago. “I was closeted for almost 40 years, so I lesbians said the same thing and established
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Established 2001 went from 0 to 10 when I came to Portland,” Brindley says of her activism with OLOC and beyond. She was also featured in a Basic Rights Oregon video speaking on marriage equality and worked with Gay & Grey’s educational panel for two years. Her partner of 49 years, Evelyn Hall, passed away in 2010. “I would have never considered myself an activist until I came to Portland,” Brindley says. “I was too busy hiding in the closet to try to protect my sanity and my existence. It brought out the best in me.” The gathering itself is also a means for the nation’s OLOC members to meet and greet each other in a social way, highlighted by a performance by Canadian singer-songwriter Lucie Blue Tremblay, as well as a dance and lots of sightseeing to the treasures of Tacoma’s part of the Sound. Brindley has attended three national gatherings previously, describing them as “like an ageism revival.” But by the very virtue of the group’s existence, in-depth discussion of some tough issues facing lesbian seniors is mandatory. And OLOC has a reputation for not letting any instances of ageism slip by its radar. One of the group’s national chapters recently organized a statement against ageist greeting cards by mailing copies of the cards back to the greeting card companies, with letters expressing their frustration over what they viewed as old people being made fun of in an unkind way. Some chapters have even
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produced an “old lesbian” calendar. As Brindley explains, fighting ageism isn’t enough; empowering all old people by reclaiming the word “old” versus the ageist “older” is another integral part of OLOC’s discussions. “Wherever OLOC is, there will always be a panel discussing the [term] ‘old lesbian’ versus ‘older lesbian,’” Brindley says. “Everybody gets ‘older.’ And people can usually deal with being ‘older.’ Like ‘when I’m 16,’ ‘when I’m 21,’ and so on. But the word ‘old’ holds a lot of people back. Doctors are always saying, ‘Oh, that’s just old age,’ or ‘That comes with age,’ and it’s absolutely not true.” Brindley explains that OLOC’s minimum age of 60 was a strategic introduction, as many of the founders of OLOC agreed that they felt “old” as well as began to be on the receiving end of ageism at 60 and above. Having marched in their third Portland Pride Parade in June, Brindley and her peers hope that this month’s first regional event will convey their message to a broader base. But first things first: Have you offered your seat to a senior citizen on the bus recently? If not, Brindley has her eyes on you. OLOC’s Pacific Northwest Regional Gathering takes place July 28–31 at La Quinta Inn in Tacoma, Wash. Lesbians over 60 interested in attending should contact pnwgathering@psoloc. org. For more information, visit oloc.org.
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Like her namesake, the warrior princess in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, Eowyn Wood doesn’t shy away from a challenge. Her two-part authorial debut, novels Naked in the Rain and Afterglow, tackles sensitive and provocative subject matter. “I was concerned [about how readers would respond] because there’s some pretty controversial issues. The main character is young and ends up having sex with older men,” Wood explains. The novels tell the story of two boys who flee their troubled lives to find themselves, and their love for one another, in a world filled with drugs and child prostitution—heavy material for a debut novel. For Wood, the first taste of published life turned out to be the sweetest. Naked in the Rain (2007) won numerous awards—it was named the winner in both the Next Generation Indie Awards (2008) and the National Best Books 2007 Awards from USA Book News in the GLBT category. It also took home silver in ForeWord Magazine’s 2007 Book of the Year Awards’ GLBT category. Former Curve editor Diane AndersonMinshall compared the novel to My Own Private Idaho, saying that it asked “readers to determine whether it’s a modern subversive fairytale or a gritty post-gay drama.” So where did the 41-year-old bisexual Portlander find inspiration for a set of novels about Brian, an 11-year-old bisexual piano prodigy, and River, a 14-year-old gay tough guy? “The main character, Brian, I started inventing him because of the band Placebo. I had seen some interviews and videos of them—the singer [Brian Molko] is bisexual and the lyrics are very open about that,” Wood explains. Beyond providing inspiration for Brian’s character, music plays a key role in prefacing the novels’ chapters, particularly in Naked in the Rain.
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“I have always had a great love of music. I just decided, wouldn’t it be fun to start each chapter with lyrics?” Wood explains. Now that Afterglow is out—and racking up awards of its own—Wood is taking a break from the decade-long project. She admits she has other ideas percolating, but plans to focus on her work at Cascade AIDS Project, her side job editing for Crooked Hills Publishing and spending time with her partner and pets. Still, she foreshadows, “I’ve considered continuing this series.” For more information, visit eowynwood.com. —Erin Rook
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day, July 24 with an open house and celebration at the hospital (809 SE Powell Blvd.). The afternoon will feature familyfriendly festivities including free food and drinks, face painting, balloon animals, door prizes, hospital tours and more. There will be a “Turn of the Century� pet costume contest and professional photos, and a representative from the Portland Animal Welfare (PAW ) Team will be on site to answer questions and accept pet food and supply donations. Also, the Oregon Humane Society will be bringing several dogs available for adoption, as well as the adoptable cat for which Rose City always holds a space. For more information on Rose City Veterinary Hospital and Dr. Quirk, visit rosecityvet.com. —Ryan J. Prado
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The Final Countdown Basic Rights Oregon gets ready to bring marriage equality to the ballot By Erin Rook
On the heels of the recent passage of without a clear path to victory, she says, citing marriage equality in New York, Basic Rights Maine’s failed marriage equality initiative. “In 2009 in Maine they had polling showOregon is amping up its activism in prepaing 48 percent support,” Frazzini says. “On ration for victory in Oregon. “In terms of the timeline, we’re essentially election day they won 48 percent of the vote.” According to figures released by Public working from the same plan we’ve been working from for the last three years,” says Policy Polling in June, Oregon currently sits Basic Rights Oregon executive director Jea- at that same 48 percent mark. While 11 na Frazzini, “which is to continue to do the percent of those polled were unsure, there’s work both on the ground and through paid no guarantee that the undecided would side communication and advertising to engage with marriage equality instead of against— assuming they even vote. people in the conversaStill, there’s time to tion about the importance “Everything is headed move the dial. Support of marriage equality.” in the right direction, for same-sex marriage has But that timeline is apbut before we make the increased by about 5 perproaching a critical decision-making point. By decision to go to the ballot, cent since voters approved Measure 36, the constituthis fall—October 31 at we want to be looking at tional amendment banthe latest—BRO will destrong majority support.” ning same-sex marriage, cide whether or not to -jeana frazzini, 57 percent to 43 percent. put marriage equality on Executive director, BRO Frazzini says there’s no the ballot for 2012. “We really are in a very unique position as better time of year to make an impact. “The next three to fours months are absoa state that has had so many ballot measure fights,” Frazzini says. “But it’s never been lutely crucial,” she says. “This is the best time of year to be out engaging the public in condone before.” Frazzini doesn’t want to take that step versation, asking folks to continue to supunless she is confident the measure will pass, port the campaign financially. We’ll do anand right now, there’s still work to be done. other round of advertising this fall. That will “We’re absolutely moving public opinion be a part of the work to move public opinion in the right direction and, in fact, accelerat- on the issue.” But blazing a path to victory is about ing the pace of change,” Frazzini says. Still, “we’re not where we need to be yet—if the more than changing public opinion. Even if election were held today, it’s not clear that the public supports marriage equality with their words, it takes a well-run campaign to we would win.” It would be irresponsible to go to the ballot turn those kind thoughts into votes.
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“It’s an art more than a science,” Frazzini says. “From everything we’ve learned over the past decade, we know the essential elements it takes to win.” These elements include “significant amounts of money,” a commitment of time and energy from LGBTQ folks and allies and strong partnerships with other organizations. In other words: community engagement. “Engagement so far in the community has been solid and strong, but it needs to continue to build,” Frazzini says. Organizational partnerships have also been strong, she says, citing the support of the immigrant rights community, reproductive choice organizations, criminal justice reform groups and a network of LGBTQ and pride groups. “We have incredible relationships with
organizations that run the spectrum of the progressive movement in Oregon,” Frazzini says. “Everything is headed in the right direction, but before we make the decision to go to the ballot, we want to be looking at strong majority support.” In order to continue to grow public support for marriage equality, BRO has a number of events planned to engage with the local community (see below for upcoming events and volunteer opportunities). Frazzini says she is confident that the message is effective, it’s just a matter of connecting with more people. “We’ve seen that when we can reach folks with these messages,” Frazzini says, “it changes hearts and minds.” For more information, visit basicrights.org.
Upcoming BRO events and volunteer opportunities Phone Banks
Killingsworth Street Fair. Saturday, July 30, noon-6 p.m. Monday, July 18-Thursday, July 21, 6-9 p.m., PSU Farmers Market. Saturday, August 6, 10 at the BRO offices, 310 SW Fourth Ave. a.m.-1 p.m. Community Events Outreach Events Latino Gay Pride. Sunday, July 17, noon-9 For the Bible Tells Me So film screening and discussion. Thursday, July 28, 6-8 p.m., locap.m. at the Eastbank Esplanade tion TBD. Division/Clinton Street Fair. Saturday, July Lit Drop and BBQ. Sunday, August 14, 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. noon-4 p.m. , location TBD.
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Not Afraid Additional anti-gay attacks inspire emboldened response By Erin Rook
The recent upsurge in anti-gay attacks— three reported in just two months—is prompting efforts from the community as well as the city to let potential perpetrators know that such attacks will not be tolerated. Jeffrey Carr and drag performer Bolivia Carmichaels announced on July 13 plans for a late-night march to show the city that Portland’s LGBTQ community is not afraid. “I think it’s important that even though there are people who don’t like who we are that we are proud of who we are,” 33-yearold Carr said. The march is tentatively scheduled for 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 23, pending approval by the city. The route, which Carr says will travel along the sidewalk rather than the street, will likely start at CC Slaughters, making a loop to pass by Hamburger Mary’s, Casey’s, Embers, Red Cap/Boxxes and Silverado before returning to Slaughters.
“We wanted to do it at night and on a Saturday when people would be out at the bars,” Carr explained. Carr said he got the idea for the march after hearing about the latest gay-bashing on the news Monday night, July 11. An initiative proposed by Mayor Sam Adams at the July 12 Sexual Minorities Roundtable meeting is also targeting downtown bars, seeking to establish them as hate-free zones. “One thing we’ve talked about… is to do more of a messaging campaign at the time that people enter a bar, regardless of whether it’s a ‘straight’ bar or a ‘gay’ bar, that this is a hate-free zone in the city, and this neighborhood and these establishments are for everybody,” Mayor Adams said. “We concede not one inch anywhere in this city to bigotry or hate or phobia. This city is for everybody.” Others at the round table, which meets the second Tuesday of every month at the
“I think it’s important that even though there are people who don’t like who we are that we are proud of who we are.” -jeffrey carr, march organizer
Portland Police Bureau’s Central Precinct, echoed the need for a public messaging campaign. “Our messaging needs to be as high profile as a DUI ticket—‘If you target someone, you will go to jail,’” said Cory Murphy, staff member for Pride NW. “We can’t protect everybody… but we can let people know there will be consequences.” Murphy, who previously worked as a bouncer, also proposed that the OLCC training for private bar security include information on bias crimes so that bars can be truly safe spaces for victims. Barbara McCullough-Jones, executive di-
rector of Q Center, said the organization plans to produce public service announcements this fall that target people both inside and outside of the LGBTQ community. Mayor Adams also urged anyone with in-
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Kayla Stone performs at a First Thursday event at p:ear’s art gallery a few days after her attack.
formation in the recent attacks to come forward, noting that most of the incidents occurred in heavily populated parts of town, yet police have no witnesses. Police are currently investigating three possible bias crimes that occurred in the last two months. The most recent bias incident was the July 3 assault against 21-year-old queer musician and youth activist Kayla Stone. Stone said she was near SW Third and Burnside between 1 and 2:30 a.m. when she was attacked by a group of black and Latino men and women who had harassed her the night before, calling her a “dyke” and following her for three blocks. “[The group] saw me and they were like, ‘Oh, that’s that bitch from last night. We’re gonna fuck her ass up,’” Stone recalled. “I wasn’t with anybody and I was on Third [Avenue] and they approached me and immediately started beating me.” The only person she remembers clearly is the one who threw the first punch, a Latino man with a teardrop tattoo by his eye. After the group ran off, Stone made her way to The Escape nightclub where staff
called 911. After reporting the incident to police, Stone was taken to OHSU. She left before she could be evaluated or treated because she was uncomfortable with the doctor and didn’t want to minimize her injuries with stitches. “That,” Stone said, pointing to a laceration on her head, “could be stitched up, but I chose not to let that happen, because I felt this time I wasn’t going to allow it to be stitched up and stuffed under the covers.” Portland Police spokesperson Sergeant Pete Simpson said that while the lack of details makes for a challenging investigation,
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Stone said she was near SW Third and Burnside between 1 and 2:30 a.m. when she was attacked by a group of black and Latino men and
In the June 25 assault in Old Town against a gay man and the good Samaritan, Andrew Smith, who stepped in to help, police arrested 28-year-old Shawn Siefke and 21year-old Christian Sanchez-Villavencio. Siefke has been charged with third-degree assault and second-degree intimidation for allegedly using gay slurs in the attack. Sanchez-Villavencio has been charged with third-degree assault. Police are still looking for witnesses in the May 22 assault near the Hawthorne Bridge against Brad Forkner and Christopher Rosevear, who were walking hand in hand when they were assaulted by three white men in their twenties, about 5-foot-11 or 6-foot tall and medium-to-large build, wearing hooded sweatshirts—blue, white and brown.
women who had harassed her the Anyone with information on recent bias crimes should contact Detective Kevin Warren at 503and following her for three blocks. 823-3761 or kevin.warren@portlandoregon. detectives will be looking into area surveil- gov. Just Out will continue to follow these stolance footage and trying to find other calls ries as they develop. To get involved with the from that night that might corroborate de- “We Are Not Afraid” march, email wearenotatails about the attack. fraidin2011@gmail.com.
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FRI JULY 15
Oregon Bears Happy Hour. (5-7:00 p.m., Fox & Hounds, 217 NW 2nd, 21+, No cover!)
Portland Latino Gay Pride kicks off a full day of events celebrating the ladies with Chicas Who Brunch. (11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, $10-$15 sliding scale, latinogaypridepdx.com)
Lady Rizo, the grammy award winning “caburlesque” act, brings her show from NYC back to her Oregon roots. (9:00 p.m., Ted’s, 231 SW Ankeny, 21+, $12 adv/$15 dos, ladyrizo.com)
OUT Dancing Country 2-Step intermediate/ advanced lessons. (6:30 p.m., Ankeny Street Studio, 975 SE Sandy, $10, outdancing.info)
Netrippers FC Weekly Practice & Scrimmage. Open to all! (11:00 a.m., Duniway Park, SW 6th and Sheridan, netrippers.org)
The Feminist Film Society meets to watch and discuss films from a feminist perspective. (7:00 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth)
Multnomah County Animal Services presents Petlandia, the 4th annual adoption party. (11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., 1700 W Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, multcopets.org)
Sometimes we all need a Gaycation. What is it? Oh, just an all-inclusive homo dance party featuring the always charming Mr. Charming (9:00 p.m., Holocene, 1001 SE Morrison, 21+, $3)
Film Fridays at Pivot! This week’s film: Waiting for Superman (2010). (7:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Dining with the Divas! Dinner and drag, a match made in heaven. (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m.) Join Portland Story Theater for an evening of captivating stories. Urban Tellers: No script, no notes, no safety net. (8:00 p.m., Hipbone Studio, 1847 E Burnside, $10, portlandstorytheater.com) Ring My Bella: A ‘70s Gay Disco Inferno. Dress in your best polyester and dance to the hottest disco with DJ Peter Calandra from the original Studio 54! All proceeds goes to the Bella Boys RCSA softball team! (9:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Friday Night Dancing with DJ Brandon. (9:00 p.m., Local Lounge, 3536 NE MLK, 21+) Jelly Roll—the dance party for fat folks and allies—is back, with DJs and Go-Gos and performances (Oh, my!) (9:00 p.m., Crush Bar, 1312 SE Morrison, 21+, $3 cover) Nick Dean spins as you dance it out. (9:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
Chick-A Boom Boom: Afternoon Patio Party Weenie Roast, featuring records by women of the golden era of rock, soul, & pop dance music. With guest DJ Magic Beans, along with DJs Actions Slacks and Pukes In Vans. A fundraiser for Raphael House. (3-8:00 p.m., Tonic Lounge, 3100 NE Sandy, 21+, No cover!) Free Rapid HIV Testing for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Portland Latino Gay Pride Chicas Dance Party. Chicas and Chocolate City join forces for one big party for the ladies. (6:00 p.m. social, 9:00 p.m. dance, Crush, 1400 SE Morrison, 21+, $5 cover, latinogaypridepdx.com)
Slower Saturday Night Jam with DJ Sammy. (9:00 p.m., Local Lounge, 3536 NE MLK, 21+) Boxxes ‘90s Remix Night. (9:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!) Just Out presents Ecstasy Inferno’s CANDY SHOP for a sticky, sweet night of bumping and grinding. $2.50 well drinks from open to close. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!) Maricon @ Matador, a night for homos and their homeys. (10:00 p.m., Matador, 1967 W Burnside, 21+)
Alder Street Hoedown, way fabulous country western dancing for our community. (8:00 p.m. two-step lesson, 9:00 p.m. dancing, PPAA, 618 SE Alder, 21+, $3)
SUN JULY 17 Portland Latino Gay Pride 2011: CelebrAcción. All day at the Eastbank Esplanade. Visit latinogaypridepdx.com for a full schedule of events. Yoshida’s Sand in the City. (All day, Pioneer Courthouse Square, sandinthecitypdx.com) The Adventure Group goes on a difficult hike on Hunchback Mountain. Meet outside Starbucks at Hollywood Fred Meyer. (9:00 a.m., 3030 NE Weidler, RSVP to Tamara at 503-893-0796)
SAT JULY 16 Paddle for Life Dragon Boat Festival. (Vancouver Lake Park, Vancouver, WA, paddleforlife.org) Yoshida’s Sand in the City. (All day, Pioneer Courthouse Square, sandinthecitypdx.com) Market Q farmers market. (9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Daddies and Papas is a social group for GLBT men raising young children. (10:00 a.m.-Noon, Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
DANGER ZONE! ‘80s Cover Night benefit for Electrogals. (9:00 p.m., Mississippi Pizza, 3552 N Mississippi, 21+, $5-15 sliding scale, electrogals.org)
Booty Reunion 2011: SAVAGE in the BlackLite Jungle. Get nostalgic with six of your favorite DJs of yore and a $100 Bounce contest. (10:00 p.m., Branx, 315 SE 3rd, 21+)
Fuego Fridays, with DJ Marco and PSODJ. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather host a Yard Sale to benefit Bradley Angle and Q Center. (10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 645 N Russet)
Bear Bust! (9:00 p.m., Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, oregonbears.org)
Spunk at the Monk, night of dance licks with chix, featuring Poeina Suddarth & The Mighty Linder Man, Stellah, and Project Talent. (8:00 p.m., The Blue Monk, 3341 SE Belmont, 21+, $5)
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Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org)
DJ Action Slacks spins it out at Chick-A-Boom-Boom July 16, and at Sugartown July 28.
The Happening relaxes in their natural environment.
It’s All Happening New lady- and queer-operated tape label celebrates first release If you you didn’t think something like “grunge folk” could happen, you’d be wrong. It is so Happening, in fact. That’s the name of the latest sonic venture from Em Brownlowe (former Swallows frontwoman) and Adrianne Sharrock (Sick Sick Sister), who’ve joined forces with Shannon Wade (The I’s/Litter Meet) for a “bluesy, sometimes boozy” mashup of pop hooks, power chords and post-Riot Grrrl attitude. The Happening also happens to be the first effort from new Portlandbased, lady- and queer-operated tape label Cassingle and Loving It Records (aka C.A.L.I.). The Record Room plays host to a July 23 release party and performance, an evening destined to flash back to the indie glory of the early ‘90s. Hell, what’s more early ‘90s than the use of the word “cassingle”? For a taste of The Happening’s grrr-ific mix, YouTube the clip for “Two Becomes One,” a lo-fi, high-energy romp through gender roles and rock ‘n’ roll—on roller skates. The trio’s hooky brew of flannel, fuzz and fierceness feels just as timely today as it did 20 years ago. And for those who weren’t around when it first Happened, here’s your chance. Fist pumping, commence. Sat., July 23, 8 p.m.; Record Room, 8 NE Killingsworth; $5 includes tape with digital download; 21+; calirecordsthehappening.bandcamp.com. For more queer girl power at the Record Room, Berkeley-based electronica band Violent Vickie performs with DJ Gutter Glamour; Tues., July 26; time and cover TBA; reverbnation.com/ violentvickie. —Amanda Schurr
Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather host a Yard Sale to benefit Bradley Angle and Q Center. (10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 645 N Russet)
Femmes Unite! social group. Please bring food you can eat and a bit more to share. (2-4:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Wanna paddle? Come to the Amazon Dragons Interest Paddle and get a taste! RSVP to mrwgrlzsoccer@hotmail.com. (10:15 a.m., Meet at Riverplace Hotel by the flagpoles, 1510 SW Harbor Way, amazondragons.org)
The Church of the Poison Mind welcomes all sinners with free food, $1 shots, and a healthy dose of your favorite Silverado dancers. (4-9:00 p.m., Silverado, 308 SW 3rd, 21+, No cover!)
Dyke Appreciation Day! (2-5:00 p.m., It’s My Pleasure, 3106 NE 64th, 18+, itsmypleasurepdx. com, 503-280-8080)
Free BBQ + Cheap Beer Sunday. (4:00 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/ theeagleportland)
82J DWM`Q Monday, July 18th, 7-9 PM
Oaks Park Roller Rink All Ages
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OUT Kayaking hosts a BBQ Social and meeting for the upcoming Waldo Lake trip. Bring food, drink, and a lawn chair and meet other paddlers! (4:00 p.m., Please RSVP to kyle@outkayaking. org or 503-989-6333 for location) Men’s Wanderlust Fitness Cycling Group. Meet at the Whole Foods at NE 15th and Fremont. (4:30 p.m., to RSVP or for more information, call 503223-8822 x1, or visit manifestpdx.org) Tranz Guyz discussion group. (6-8:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
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Superstar Divas Mega Show! (8:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Gaay Aalto Sundays. (10:00 p.m., Aalto Lounge, 3356 SE Belmont, 21+, No cover!)
MON JULY 18 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) AXIS. Sex and dating can be stressful and confusing. Meet with a counselor who can answer questions, provide support, and help take the stress out of safer sex. (11:00 a.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississisppi, pdxqcenter.org) Burger night at Starky’s! (6-9:00 p.m., Starky’s 2913 SE Stark, 21+) Just Out presents Gay Skate! A night of the hokey pokey, backwards skate and putting on some serious mileage at Oaks Park. Proceeds benefit the Just Out Scholarship Fund. (7-9:00 p.m., 1 SE Spokane St., $6 plus a food donation for Esther’s Pantry) Q Patrol PDX Social. (7-10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+) OUT Dancing Country 2-Step beginners lessons. (7:30 p.m., Ankeny Street Studio, 975 SE Sandy, $10, outdancing.info) The Portland Polyamory Circle is a place to chat about inclusive relationships, extended families, and intentional community. (7:30 p.m., Contact Laury at 503-285-4848 for location) Mary-oke! (8:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!)
TUES JULY 19 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Free Rapid HIV testing & STD screening for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Men’s Naked Yoga. (6:15 p.m., manifestpdx.org) Late Awakenings, a support group for women who come out and identify as lesbian later in life. (7:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) Trans*Fem, a social group for genderfabulous sisters. (7:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) GIRLTOPIA, a special night for “girls who love girls.” (9:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Timeless Tuesdays. (9:00 p.m., Local Lounge, 3536 NE MLK, 21+) Eagle Theater Presents: Movie Night at The Eagle! (9:30 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/ theeagleportland)
Pivot presents Lube Wrestling! The winner gets a fistful of cash and a basketful of lube. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+)
WED JULY 20 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) LBGTQI Seniors Lunch, free to seniors age 60 and over. (Noon-1:00 p.m., Metropolitan Community Church, 2400 NE Broadway, 503-3672220, mccpdxfood@gmail.com) Free Rapid HIV testing & STD screening for guys into guys. (1-3:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) PABA After Hours. Orlando Construction Inc. invites you to a fabulous barbecue, featuring homemade smoked meats and sausage, thanks to their fabulous success through PABA. (5:30 p.m., 6605 NE Fremont) Inter-Personal Violence Support Group. (6-8:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi) Name That Tune! Grab a drink, eat some food, and play Name That Tune! A fund raiser for In Other Words. (6:30 p.m., Palace of Industry, 5426 N Gay, $5+ sliding scale) The Feminist Queer Sci-Fi/Fantasy Reading Group discusses Dark Matter: Reading the Bones by Sheree Thomas. (6:30 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth) Anawim Christian Fellowship. (6:30-8:30 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi)
Austra performs live, with Cold Cave and Dangerous Boys Club. (9:00 p.m., Doug Fir, 830 E Burnside, 21+, $12 adv/$14 dos) AIDS Walk Portland Team Captain Kick-Off Party! Team captains and wanna-bes are invited to join and socialize. (7-9:00 p.m., Lan Su Chinese Garden, RSVP required to 503-278-3859, cascadeaids.org)
Fuego Fridays, with DJ Marco and PSODJ. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
Mary-oke! (8:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!)
Market Q farmers market. (9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Violent Vickie, a Berkeley-based queer electronica band (think Glass Candy or Le Tigre), performs live with Starlight and Magic and Amy Kasio. (9:00 p.m., The Kenton Club, 2025 N Kilpatrick, 21+)
HRC presents Portland Women’s 3x3 Basketball Tournament. (9:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Irving Park, NE 7th and Fremont, hrc.org/pdxbasketball)
The Rose Burgess Trio makes the long trek from “Down Under” to bring us their very special brand of gypsy-folk-roots musical stylings. (9:00 p.m., Mississippi Pizza, 3552 N Mississippi, $7, rosieburgess.com) Bearly Naked Billiards. (9:00 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/theeagleportland) Portland Idol. (9:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
FRI JULY 22 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Oregon Bears Happy Hour. (5-7:00 p.m., Fox & Hounds, 217 NW 2nd, 21+, No cover!) PDX Pop Now! festival. (6:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m., RefugePDX, 116 SE Yamhill, pdxpopnow.org) OUT Dancing Country 2-Step intermediate/ advanced lessons. (6:30 p.m., Ankeny Street Studio, 975 SE Sandy, $10, outdancing.info) Film Fridays at Pivot! This week: Wilde (1997). (7:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Dining with the Divas! Dinner and drag, a match made in heaven. (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m.) Oh, Katy Perry... I don’t even know where to begin. (7:30 p.m., Rose Garden, 1 Center Court, $25-45, katyperry.com) The Oregon Bears take over CCs with the Double X Dance. The music is loud, the crowd is dense, and it’s the only place to see all of Portland’s yummiest bears under one roof. (9:00 p.m., C.C. Slaughter’s, 219 NW 3rd, 21+, No cover!)
SAT JULY 23
The Adventure Group goes on a moderate hike to Little Crater Lake and Timothy Lake. Meet outside Starbucks at Hollywood Fred Meyer. (9:00 a.m., 3030 NE Weidler, call Jack at 503-413-0831) The Adventure Group joins the Portland Frontrunners on an Esplanade walk with optional brunch afterwards. Meet by Vera Katz’ statue (9:00 a.m., 1 SE Main, adventuregroup.org) The Adventure Group goes on a moderate urban bike ride on the Springwater Corridor, Clearwater trail, and more. Meet by Vera Katz’ statue. (10:00 a.m., 1 SE Main, call Laurent at 503-564-8736) Men’s Eco-Hike. Join Manifest for a hike to Eagle Creek. (10:00 a.m., To RSVP or for more information, visit manifestpdx.org or call 503223-8822 x1) PDX Pop Now! festival. (Noon-1:00 a.m., RefugePDX, 116 SE Yamhill, pdxpopnow.org) OBT Exposed returns! Experience ballet outdoors with performances smack dab in the middle of downtown! (1:30-2:30 p.m., Director Park, 815 SW Park, Free!, obt.org) Bully Awareness and Prevention Training, designed for children ages 7-10. (2-4:00 p.m., One With Heart Tulen Center, 4231 SE Hawthorne, Free!, Pre-registration is required by calling 503-231-1999)
Deaf and Hearing OutReach welcomes all LGBT ASL lovers to coffee night every fourth Saturday! (6:30 p.m., Three Friends Coffee House, 201 SE 12th, Free, dhorpdx.blogspot.com) Cassingle and Loving It Records presents a tape release (yes, a TAPE release) party for The Happening, Portland’s own queer-n-boozy “grunge-folk” trio. (8:00 p.m., The Record Room, 8 NE Killingsworth, 21+) It’s ladies night at Hamburger Mary’s with Doll House! DJ Alicious spins as the go-gos gyrate and the ladies pack the floor. (9:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+, $3 cover)
SUN JULY 24 The Oregon Bears present the 5th Annual Studz & Sudz Car Wash and Celebrity Dunk Tank! (Noon-4:00 p.m., Starky’s, 2913 SE Stark, oregonbears.org) Slutwalk Craft Night & Open Mic. (4-6:30 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth) PDX Pop Now! festival. (Noon-11:00 p.m., RefugePDX, 116 SE Yamhill, pdxpopnow.org) The Church of the Poison Mind welcomes all sinners with free food, $1 shots, and a healthy dose of your favorite Silverado dancers. (4-9:00 p.m., Silverado, 308 SW 3rd, 21+, No cover!) Free BBQ + Cheap Beer Sunday. (4:00 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/theeagleportland) Men’s Wanderlust Fitness Cycling Group. Meet at the Whole Foods at NE 15th and Fremont. (4:30 p.m., to RSVP or for more information, call 503223-8822 x1, or visit manifestpdx.org) BUTCH Crush, an evening of dancing, performance and a date auction to benefit BUTCH Voices. (5-9:00 p.m., Crush, 1412 SE Morrison, 21+, $5-10 sliding scale)
Free Rapid HIV Testing for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org)
Our House Dinner Series: Old School Charmers. (6:00 p.m., $85, reserve your seat online at ourhouseofportland.org)
Hot Flash! Hot Flash caters to seasoned lesbians who are too old for the “scene” and too young to stop dancing. (6-10:00 p.m., Barracuda, 9NW 2nd, 21+, $8 cover)
The Mindfulness for Living group explores mindfulness through meditation, discussioun and exercises. (6-7:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Our House Dinner Series: Feasting on Fiction. (6:00 p.m., $150, reserve your seat online at ourhouseofportland.org)
Fleet Foxes, live in concert! (6:30 p.m., McMenamins Edgefield, 2126 SW Halsey, Troutdale, $38, edgefieldconcerts.com) james lee
Max Voltage in a short piece about the performance of gender in “Reclaiming Pink,” July 21-24, as part of the JAW Playwrights Festival. For more information, visit pcs.org/jaw.
Dirty Porno Bingo, hosted by Chi Chi and Chonga. (8-10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
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Quizzy! (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!) The Real Vocal String Quartet brings its alllady, all-string musical stylings to town. (7:30 p.m., Alberta Rose Theatre, 3000 NE Alberta, $10 adv/$12 dos) Karaoke with Theo. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
THURS JULY 21 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Benefit BBQ for The Living Room. Come eat delicious food while supporting Clackamas County’s LGBTQ youth organization. (4-7:00 p.m., Whole Foods Bridgeport, 7380 SW Bridgeport Road, Tigard, $5, thelivingroomyouth.org) QFest BBQ Fundraiser! Pride Financial and the Pride Professional Alliance invite you to come mingle while raising funds for Q Center. (5-11:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) Write Around Portland Writing Workshop. (5-7:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, 18+, pre-registration required by calling 503-796-9224 or visiting writearound.org)
Versus. (10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
Adult Young Adult Book Club discusses Boy Meets Boy and I Kiss Girls. (7-9:00 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth)
Beary-oke! (9:30 p.m., Scandals, 1225 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
Q Patrol Training. (7-9:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Soup’s On
And then some for Our House’s latest Dinner Series lineup Dinner parties can be among the most special of experiences, and the most enriching—in more ways than one. For its 19th Annual Dinner at My House series, Our House presents a smorgasbord of themed evenings, hosted at everything from private homes to on a double-decker bus, and by a who’s who of community figures. The schedule kicks into high gear July 23 with a “Feasting on Fiction” affair featuring author Chuck Palahniuk (Fight Club, Haunted) and a menu from Vibrant Table Catering. The following night is a classic page-turner, with “Old School Charmers” and Starky’s owners Greg Simshaw and Joe Waldruff opening up the queer hub with traditional southern comfort grub. And for a truly magical time, the next week’s “Bali at Tabor Falls” finds Gary Nelson and dancer Minh Tran
(who will also perform) transforming their home into a temple ground complete with waterfalls and gardens, fire pit and a pan-Asian dinner courtesy of Marvelous Meals Extraordinary Catering Service. The Dinner series continues throughout the winter with cuisine for every palate and price point, all proceeds going directly to Our House to support individuals in the community living with HIV/AIDS. We’ve no reservations about this one at all—but, you know, reserve now. Our House Dinner Series; various dates from July 15-March 31, 2012; various locations; $50-$150; 503-736-9276 or ourhouseofportland.org/dinner-series/ —Amanda Schurr
oregon’s lGBTQ newsmagazine
july 15, 2011
If it’s not in Just Out,
Superstar Divas Mega Show! (8:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Gaay Aalto Sundays. (10:00 p.m., Aalto Lounge, 3356 SE Belmont, 21+, No cover!)
MON JULY 25 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Burger night at Starky’s! (6-9:00 p.m., Starky’s 2913 SE Stark, 21+) Men’s Qi Gong. (6:15 p.m., manifestpdx.org) Coming Out support group. (6:30-7:30 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) LGBT affirming Pentecostals: express your charismatic style of prayer and worship in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. (7:00 p.m., Caldwell’s Colonial Chapel, 20 NE 14th, please enter from the parking lot doors) OUT Dancing Country 2-Step beginners lessons. (7:30 p.m., Ankeny Street Studio, 975 SE Sandy, $10, outdancing.info) Mary-oke! (8:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!)
TUES JULY 26
it’s not happening. aaron rogosin
Dirty Porno Bingo, hosted by Chi Chi and Chonga. (8-10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
Anawim Christian Fellowship. (6:30-8:30 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi) Quizzy! (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!) Brief Encounter. Strip down to your skivvies for hour prices all night! (9:00 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/theeagleportland) Karaoke with Theo. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
THURS JULY 28 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Write Around Portland Writing Workshop. (5-7:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, 18+, pre-registration required by calling 503-796-9224 or visiting writearound.org) Just Out presents the 2011 Amateur Photo Contest Reception. Nom on wine and cheese while seeing all of the entries and mingling with the photographers. (6:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi) Manifest Men’s Community presents a Last Thursday Community Potluck. Men and their allies are invited to make Manifest their home base for Last Thursday and enjoy a potluck dinner. (6-8:30 p.m., To RSVP or for more information, visit manifestpdx.org)
Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org)
Oregon Bears Happy Hour. (5-7:00 p.m., Fox & Hounds, 217 NW 2nd, 21+, No cover!) OUT Dancing Country 2-Step intermediate/ advanced lessons. (6:30 p.m., Ankeny Street Studio, 975 SE Sandy, $10, outdancing.info) Willie Nelson & Family come to town! (6:30 p.m., McMenamins Edgefield, 2126 SW Halsey, Troutdale, $63, edgefieldconcerts.com) Film Fridays at Pivot! This week’s film: Black Swan (2010). (7:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Dining with the Divas! Dinner and drag, a match made in heaven. (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m.) The Original pairs up with Fort George Brewery for a Hot Dog Beer Dinner in celebration of Oregon Craft Beer Month. (7:00 p.m., The Original, 300 SW 6th, $50 for four courses with beer, originaldinerant.com) Local Lounge hosts a Benefit for the Rock ‘N Roll Camp for Girls, featuring live music, DJs, a raffle, and a few surprises... (9:00 p.m., Local Lounge, 3536 NE MLK, 21+, $3) GATOR-AID 2011, a fundraiser for the RCSA Gators. (9:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!)
Dennis Kelly as “The Hypnotist” in An Oak Tree, running through July 31 at The Studio Theatre in Lincoln Hall. For reservations, email osarlab@gmail.com.
Free Rapid HIV testing & STD screening for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Vintage Connection Fundraiser for Martha’s Pantry. 25% of all sales proceeds will go to Martha’s Pantry, in addition to a silent auction. (5-9:00 p.m., Vintage Connection, 808 Main St., Vancouver, WA) Men’s Naked Yoga. (6:15 p.m., manifestpdx.org)
Violent Vickie, a Berkeley-based queer electronica band (think Glass Candy or Le Tigre), performs live with DJ Gutter Glamour. (8:00 p.m., The Record Room, 8 NE Killingsworth, 21+)
Timeless Tuesdays. (9:00 p.m., Local Lounge, 3536 NE MLK, 21+) Eagle Theater Presents: Movie Night at The Eagle! (9:30 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/ theeagleportland) Versus. (10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
WED JULY 27 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) LBGTQI Seniors Lunch, free to seniors age 60 and over. (Noon-1:00 p.m., Metropolitan Community Church, 2400 NE Broadway, 503-3672220, mccpdxfood@gmail.com) Free Rapid HIV testing & STD screening for guys into guys. (1-3:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) HRC presents Q=Mob! Come, socialize for change and meet other likeminded social activists. (6-8:00 p.m., Chameleon Restaurant & Bar, 2000 NE 40th, 21+) Faith & Sexuality. A support group for men who struggle with their sexuality in relation to their religious beliefs. (6:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Pivotal Reads gay men’s book club. (6:00 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Inter-Personal Violence Support Group. (6-8:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi)
Season’s Eatings Pickles or brunch? We’ll have both, thankyouverymuch There’s something about summer, be it the balmy temps, shedding of clothes or sheer variety of offerings, that whets our appetites. Case in point: not one but two culinary fêtes sure to get your hankering on—and for a good cause. For Kenny & Zuke’s First Annual Pickle Throwdown, the renowned delicatessen dudes are going all out for a benefit for the Oregon Food Bank. The all-day tasting event includes People’s Choice Awards and a celebrity judging panel including Storm Large. Local eateries the likes of Biwa, Gruner, Metrovino and Toro Bravo will submit their finest pickles in four categories: “Classic Cucumber,” “Sweet Pickles,” “Not Involving a Cucumber” and “Portland Weird.” Curious as to what a “Portland Weird” pickle entails? So are we. Speaking of green, organizers for the 2011 Brunch on the Bridge festival promise a bigger, greener and better event than ever. The open-air “extreme food” picnic experience doubles in size this year to 28,000 square feet, covering all six spans of the Hawthorne Bridge in fresh grass. Folks are encouraged to bring canned goods for this year’s beneficiary, B-Shares, a local bike delivery program serving hungry populations in need. From Voodoo Doughnut’s unveiling of “the World’s Largest Box of Doughnuts” to family-friendly games and a picnic-table art auction, brunch has never sounded so fun. And being green, never so easy. Pickle Throwdown, Sat., July 23, noon-6 p.m.; Kenny & Zuke’s Sandwichworks, 2376 NW Thurman St.; $5; kzsandwichworks.com/events2/; “PDX Bridge Festival’s Brunch on the Bridge,” Sat., Aug. 6, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Hawthorne Bridge; $25 regular entry, $10 for ages 6-11, $75 VIP entry; pdxbridgefestival.org/brunch-2011.
Cabaret Karaoke. It’s karaoke with live piano accompaniment! (6:30-9:00 p.m., Wilfs, 800 NW 6th, 21+, stumptownstages.com)
GIRLTOPIA, a special night for “girls who love girls.” (9:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!)
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Friends of The Living Room Summer Fundraiser, an evening to benefit The Living Room, a safe haven for LGBTQ youth in Clackamas County. (7:00 p.m., The Ainsworth House, 19130 Lot Whitcomb Dr. Oregon City, $35 per ticket or $250 for a table of 8, thelivingroomyouth.org) Trans Empowerment Training. (7-9:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) Mary-oke! (8:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!) Sugar Town! You got soul? Wanna dance it out? Sugar Town is Portland’s newest, queerest SOUL dance night featuring all-vinyl cuts from the ‘50s to the ‘70s. DJ Action Slacks loves you and wants to see you shimmy. (9:00 p.m., Saratoga, 6910 N Interstate, 21+, No cover!) Bearly Naked Billiards. (9:00 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/theeagleportland) Portland Idol. (9:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
FRI JULY 29 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Autry! CD Release Party. (4:30-9:00 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth) Planned Parenthood Summer Block Party. With performances from Lookbook and the Sprockettes bike dance troupe, and fire dancers, games, tarot card readings and more, can you think of a better way to support this valuable community resource? (5-8:00 p.m., Planned Parenthood, 3727 NE MLK, $10 adv/$15 dos, ppcw.org)
All the way from New York City Lady Bunny is taking over Red Cap Garage for a “One Night Stand”. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, $3 cover) Fuego Fridays, with DJ Marco and PSODJ. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!) Burlescape! A tantalizing taste of the burlesque and boylesque world! (11:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+, No cover!)
SAT JULY 30 Market Q farmers market. (9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) The Adventure Group offers a choice of 2 hikes: a very difficult hike on the Defiance-Starvation Loop, or a moderate hike along the rim of Coyote Wall. Meet outside Starbucks at Hollywood Fred Meyer. (3030 NE Weidler, 8:00 a.m. for DefianceStarvation Loop, call Aaron at 971-221-0937; 8:30 a.m. for Coyote Wall, RSVP to Jill at jrmosteller@yahoo.com) The Adventure Group joins the Portland Frontrunners on an Esplanade walk with optional brunch afterwards. Meet by Vera Katz’ statue (9:00 a.m., 1 SE Main, adventuregroup.org) Netrippers FC Weekly Practice & Scrimmage. Open to all! (11:00 a.m., Duniway Park, SW 6th and Sheridan, netrippers.org) Turning of the Wheel: Summer and Lammas Community Festival. (Noon-3:00 p.m., 4659 NE Ainsworth, $5-7 sliding scale donation, turningofthewheel.net) Portland Free Music Project and Red Cap Garage present the First Annual Portland Queer Music Festival. This all day festi-
val features two stages and over thirty local acts, including Sistafist, CJ & The Dolls, Kiss Kill, Mattachine Social, Autry!, and many, many more. (3:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, $3) Camp Oregon Bears presents a Wine Social and Beer Bash. Bring a bottle of wine or a sixer of beer to show that there are two sides to every bear. (4:00 p.m. wine social, 5:30 p.m. beer social, 1504 SE 113th Ct., Vancouver, WA, 21+, $5 donation, oregonbears.org) Free Rapid HIV Testing for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Our House Dinner Series: Bali at Tabor Falls. (6:00 p.m., $100, reserve your seat online at ourhouseofportland.org) Entertainment and prizes await you at the Second Annual BroadArts Theatre Auction. (6-9:00 p.m., Urban Grind, 2214 NE Oregon, broadarts.org) Mary’s Show Tunes Showdown, hosted by Zora Phoenix and the Fried Kitchen Cabaret! (9:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+)
SUN JULY 31 The Adventure Group goes on a hike to Dickey and Pansy Lakes / Bull of the Woods. Meet outside Starbucks at Hollywood Fred Meyer. (8:00 a.m., 3030 NE Weidler, call Evan at 503-701-7922) Positive Force NW presents the Second Annual Positive Picnic, an opportunity to meet and network with other people living with HIV. (Noon, Peninsula Park, Near N Albina and N Rosa Parks, RSVP to dduncan@ cascadeaids.org) Slutwalk Portland: a rally and march with the intention to end rape, sexualized violence, victim blaming, and to reclaim the word “slut.” (1:00 p.m., Terry Schrunk Plaza, slutwalkportland.org)
Queer Feminist Theory Reading Group. (2-4:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) The Church of the Poison Mind welcomes all sinners with free food, $1 shots, and a healthy dose of your favorite Silverado dancers. (4-9:00 p.m., Silverado, 308 SW 3rd, 21+, No cover!) Free BBQ + Cheap Beer Sunday. (4:00 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/theeagleportland) Men’s Wanderlust Fitness Cycling Group. Meet at the Whole Foods at NE 15th and Fremont. (4:30 p.m., to RSVP or for more information, call 503223-8822 x1, or visit manifestpdx.org) The Stark Raving Queens present Stars & Stripes: A USO Canteen Show! (5:30 p.m. dinner, 6:45 p.m. show, Starky’s, 2913 SE Stark, 21+, dinner reservations suggested 503-230-7980) Queer indie folk band Eli Conley and Hip for Squares goes on tour this summer to support their new EP All the Livelong Day. (7:00 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth, eliconley.com) Dirty Porno Bingo, hosted by Chi Chi and Chonga. (8-10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!) Superstar Divas Mega Show! (8:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Gaay Aalto Sundays. (10:00 p.m., Aalto Lounge, 3356 SE Belmont, 21+, No cover!)
MON AUG 1 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Burger night at Starky’s! (6-9:00 p.m., Starky’s 2913 SE Stark, 21+)
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If it’s not in Just Out,
Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) LBGTQI Seniors Lunch, free to seniors age 60 and over. (Noon-1:00 p.m., Metropolitan Community Church, 2400 NE Broadway, 503-3672220, mccpdxfood@gmail.com) Free Rapid HIV testing & STD screening for guys into guys. (1-3:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org)
Legendary NYC club night MATTACHINE comes to town August 6. Turn to p. 28 for more.
Inter-Personal Violence Support Group. (6-8:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi)
The Moms Group, a support group for LGBTQ mothers. (6:30-8:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Quizzy! (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!)
Gender Queery, a discussion group for trans and genderqueer folks and allies. (7-8:30 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org) Come to the Bisexual Social to discuss issues of bisexuality in an informal and supportive setting. Call Laury for more information at 503-285-4848. (7:30 p.m., The Deli, 441 N Killingsworth) Mary-oke! (8:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m., No cover!)
TUES AUG 2 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Free Rapid HIV testing & STD screening for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org) Trans-Spiritual Gathering. An opportunity for Portland’s trans community to enter into deep, authentic dialog surrounding their spiritual journeys. (6-9:00 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth, inotherwords.org) Men’s Naked Yoga. (6:15 p.m., manifestpdx.org) Bears Coffee. (7-9:00 p.m., Cooper’s Coffee, 6409 SE Stark, oregonbears.org) GIRLTOPIA, a special night for “girls who love girls.� (9:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Timeless Tuesdays. (9:00 p.m., Local Lounge, 3536 NE MLK, 21+) Eagle Theater Presents: Movie Night at The Eagle! (9:30 p.m., The Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, No cover!, facebook.com/theeagleportland)
Free Rapid HIV Testing for guys into guys. (5-8:30 p.m., Pivot, 209 SW 4th, pivotpdx.org)
Versus. (10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
WED AUG 3
Catechism Cafe presents PHAME! I’m Gonna Live Forever! The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence serve it up, cafeteria-style, to benefit PHAME Academy. With prizes and surprises, why would you miss this? (7-10:00 p.m., Crush Bar, 1400 SE Morrison, 21+, $9 all-youcan-eat buffet, portlandsisters.org)
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Genderfucking Takeover: Benefit Bar Bash! Pretty yourself up in glitter and wigs for performances by The Tampon Troupe, Saturn, and the alter egos of ChiChi & Chonga! (9:00 p.m., Ella Street Social Club, 714 SW 20th Place, 21_, $3 cover) Fuego Fridays, with DJ Marco and PSODJ. (10:00 p.m., Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!)
SAT AUG 6 Market Q farmers market. (9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi, pdxqcenter.org)
Our House Dinner Series: A Summer Monsoon Wedding. (6:00 p.m., $125, reserve your seat online at ourhouseofportland.org) Alder Street Hoedown, way fabulous country western dancing for our community. (8:00 p.m. two-step lesson, 9:00 p.m. dance, PPAA, 618 SE Alder, 21+, $3 lessons, $7 dance) Legendary NYC dance party MATTACHINE hits the road, and this is your night to be an early-era, pinko-commie, downtown homo. (10:00 p.m., Mississippi Studios, 3939 N Mississippi, 21+, $5)
The Adventure Group joins the Portland Frontrunners on an Esplanade walk with optional brunch afterwards. Meet by Vera Katz’ statue (9:00 a.m., 1 SE Main, adventuregroup.org)
SUN AUG 7
LCP Softball Tournament. Visit letsplaylcp.com for more information.
Bear Paw Bust! (4-7:00 p.m., Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, oregonbears.org)
Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org)
Brunch on the Bridge. Experience the Hawthorne Bridge as a grassy park, complete with trees, picnic tables, and croquet! (10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Hawthorne Bridge, $25 general admission, $75 VIP admission, pdxbridgefestival.org)
The Church of the Poison Mind welcomes all sinners with free food, $1 shots, and a healthy dose of your favorite Silverado dancers. (4-9:00 p.m., Silverado, 308 SW 3rd, 21+, No cover!)
Queer Polyamory discussion group. (6:308:30 p.m., In Other Words, 14 NE Killingsworth, inotherwords.org)
Netrippers FC Weekly Practice & Scrimmage. Open to all! (11:00 a.m., Duniway Park, SW 6th and Sheridan, netrippers.org)
Anawim Christian Fellowship. (6:30-8:30 p.m., Q Center, 4115 N Mississippi)
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Men’s Wanderlust Fitness Cycling Group. Meet at the Whole Foods at NE 15th and Fremont. (4:30 p.m., to RSVP or for more information, call 503223-8822 x1, or visit manifestpdx.org) Our House Dinner Series: If This Bus Is Rockin’, Don’t Bother Knockin’! (6:00 p.m., $50, reserve your seat online at ourhouseofportland.org) Dirty Porno Bingo, hosted by Chi Chi and Chonga. (8-10:00 p.m., Boxxes, 1035 SW Stark, 21+, No cover!) Superstar Divas Mega Show! (8:00 p.m., CC Slaughters, 219 NW Davis, 21+, No cover!) Gaay Aalto Sundays. (10:00 p.m., Aalto Lounge, 3356 SE Belmont, 21+, No cover!)
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 Feeling the dark and danceable world of Austra’s Katie Stelmanis With influences rooted in classical music as much as dance, pop and punk, Katie Stelmanis has a flair for the dramatic. Backed by bassist Dorian Wolf, drummer Maya Postepski and keyboardist Ryan Womsiak, Stelmanis’ ethereal Canadian quartet Austra (her middle name) is garnering buzz to match as the next big thing from our neighbor to the north. The band performs with Cold Cave and Dangerous Boys Club July 22 at the Doug Fir. On debut album Feel It Break, Stelmanis, who recently ranked on the Out 100, and Co. bring to mind The Knife, infused with a heavy, seedy dose of ‘80s British New Wave. Fans of Kate Bush will take to Austra’s brooding mood music, which gets a studio assist from producer Damian Taylor (Bjork, The Prodigy, UNKLE), Stelmanis’ quivering operatics and tinkly, glock-pop arrangements. Her choice of “most bizarre gig,� as described in an Oyster Magazine interview, is a bit surprising then—“inside a cave in a very old part of Estonia.� Austra’s theatrically catchy approach seems perfectly suited to such confines. And to the Doug Fir stage, where they’ll perform with fellow electrogothers Cold Cave and Dangerous Boy Club. Get ready to emote in the dark MIDI crannies of Austra’s atmospherics.
FRI AUG 5 Men’s Morning Yoga & Meditation. (6:30 a.m., manifestpdx.org) Oregon Bears Happy Hour. (5-7:00 p.m., Fox & Hounds, 217 NW 2nd, 21+, No cover!) LCP Softball Tournament. Visit letsplaylcp.com for more information. Dining with the Divas! Dinner and drag, a match made in heaven. (7:00 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s, 19 NW 5th, 21+ after 9:30 p.m.) Burlesque S’il Vous Plait, a classic burlesque show with a contemporary variety twist! (8:30 p.m., Crush Bar, 1400 SE Morrison, 21+, $5, BurlesquePlease.com) NYC performance queen Amber Martin is back with Amber Alert!, an old school downtownstyle cocktail performance described by Sandra Bernhard as “a fucking scream, like I Love Lucy on acid.� (9:00 p.m., Wild Abandon Restaurant & Lounge, 2411 SE Belmont, 21+, $17)
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When it comes to churches, I’m mostly fascinated with their outsides. I realize that’s basically the antithesis of what churches are supposed to represent—the faithful emphasize churches’ guts: leadership, spiritual guidance, fellowship. Regardless, the things I love: columns to the sky, stained glass, towering spires, ornate brick and statues. I judge churches by their covers—and much prefer jewels of architecture to the newer tract-home look-alikes that litter most of our suburbs. I blame this mild obsession on my upbringing. Before a switch to hard-line fundamentalism, virtually every member of my family was devoutly Catholic. Eventually, though, conversion came (for everyone) and we moved to one of the above-mentioned soulless structures. But Catholic imagery was forever burned into my memory and no amount of reprogramming could oust it. Relegated to inhabit a cold, comfortless suburban mammoth, I remained forever envious of hell-bound Catholics and other renegades who frolicked inside the buildings I adored. A few weeks ago, I ventured to Canby to attend my young cousin’s graduation—and, in turn, make my return to the sort of church I’d sworn off. (I’m not yet convinced I won’t someday spontaneously combust, True Bloodstyle, if I set foot inside.) My cousin’s ceremony, a service celebrating a move from 8th to 9th grade—apparently that warrants a celebration—was grand. It was marked with a
lady about town BY DANIEL BORGEN Catholic imagery was forever burned into my memory and no amount of reprogramming could oust it. dizzying number of speakers, a constant barrage of Christian pop hits piped over loudspeakers—think “Butterfly Kisses” for two hours straight, long photo slide shows decorated with various Bible verses—these kids got it all, even a Hummer limousine to take them to an all-night party. (Quinceañera!) The two main speakers seemed to be the ones who ran my cousin’s school. One was a matronly, librarian-looking woman who offered up grand gestures and a voice better suited for Michele Bachmann’s political campaign. Despite an overheated, ruddy complexion and constantly steamed spectacles, she was undeniably engaging. Her comrade-in-arms was a shorter, wildly effeminate man with a shiny bald head who wept a lot. Just about everything choked him up. We’ll call him Steve. I had spent most of my time creating mental to-do lists and wondering how Grindr would fare in Canby (not well, it turns out) before
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off to Houston, an oft-used Love Won Out meeting spot. There, I was briefly cornered, told I am loved despite different lifestyle “choices,” comments that bounced off now much thicker skin. The older I get, the more fascinating I find these family events. As a sentient, relatively sane adult, I examine conversion from both ends. It’s a constant game of mental compare and contrast, as mid-conversation I’m remembering earlier days, times when beliefs weren’t quite so rigid or staunch. I comfort my present with my past. And in knowing my appearances pay homage to my mother, who provokes less ire from her siblings when her eldest child remains somewhat plugged into family events. Post Fourth, I hurried back to the safety of the city. I recruited my friend Kevin, and we sauntered down Stark, amassing beers and lewd exchanges with all-day drinkers on our way to watch fireworks on the Burnside Bridge. Huddled there, the unimpressive fireworks display began, and we soon abandoned our posts in favor of rollicking rounds of karaoke at Hamburger Mary’s. Halfway lost in thought, I realized I’m infinitely more comfortable in our city’s tried-and-true haunts than my cousin’s church or even my family’s compound. And maybe some of my favorite spots might be a little drab and worn on the outside—it turns out that’s no indication of the comforts found inside.
Steve took the stage. My typically inept gaydar went haywire. I listened intently to his every word, studied his every movement, wondering just how gay he’d been—or still was, or if he ever was. And I wondered, had I never escaped, how easily I could have slipped through the queer cracks, ending up dedicated to a life of Christian servitude. A few years ago, my cousin’s mother begged me to explore Love Won Out, an ex-gay ministry launched by Focus on the Family in the late 1990s. Their focus is conversion and curbing homosexual tendencies. Fortunately, for our viewing pleasure, the organization’s website hosts a slew of staff photographs, which looks more like a collection of Pride snapshots than a church roll call (hint: Look up Alan Chambers). Although I found my research amusing— but terrifying, I avoided my aunt for years post intervention. I slipped out of my cousin’s graduation unscathed, with only my neuroses in tow. Days later, I ventured to my parents’ house for our annual Fourth of July mayonnaise-salad fest, and I again mingled with my converted kin, the aunt who still harbors secret desires to ship me How was your holiday? Email daniel@justout.com.
When I first moved here 18 years ago, someone told me in order to call myself an Oregonian I had to live more years in Oregon than I had in any another state. (Insert eye-roll.) My hope is that by sharing my vast knowledge of Oregon’s berries—one of the top things I love about the Beaver State—with you here, I’ll be able to finally call myself an Oregonian. Summer time means berry time to me, and the beauty of our berries aptly meets, or surpasses, their flavor. The decadence of picking buckets of berries among the warm, heady vines is among my cherished seasonal activities. But which kinds are best? And what are the differences? What if you want to grow your own? Do not despair, berry lovers. This column is for you. First off, what’s the difference between blackberries and raspberries? Other than the obvious color difference, raspberries have a hole in the center of the fruit (it’s hollow), whereas blackberries are solid throughout. Raspberries have that ability to simply fall apart when picked if they’re too ripe and can literally melt in your mouth. To me, raspberries have a bright taste, matching their bright red color. They’re delicate and gorgeous, and the tang they deliver to the middle of your tongue is sweet. They might be my favorite, were I to have one. For many people, marionberry, or the Marion blackberry, is a local favorite. It was developed specifically for growing in the Willamette Valley by researchers at OSU and carries a complex flavor that is both tart and earthy. Marionberries are fantastic in pies and
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(raspberries and blackberries) can yield good crops for up to 20 years. When siting berries, drainage is one of the most important factors for success, making sure they don’t sit in boggy or overly wet conditions during our months of rain. Caneberries need to be trained onto a trellis, and your structure should be installed BY LEANN LOCHER at the time of planting. Planting should occur as early as possible in the spring, and be prepared to wait a year for berry production. However, patience is a virtue—raspberries, freshly picked on a summer morning for breakfast atop your cereal, are a pretty great way to start the day. Once established, plants just need a little fertilizer, some manure in fall or winter, and 1-1.5 inches of water per week during our dry season. Depending on the kind should make one of each and have a taste off. I of caneberries you grow, pruning will vary if like to say that if you look up blackberry in a you’re working with primocanes (first year of dictionary, the quintessential look for the Sylvan growth) or floricanes (second year of growth). blackberry would be pictured there. All of the berries described above are avail- Feel like celebrating berries? able at u-pick farms in the areas surrounding Attend the Oregon Berry Festival, Friday, Portland. During berry season I am aware and July 22 (noon-6 p.m.) and Saturday, July 23 (11 grateful for our urban growth boundary, al- a.m.-6 p.m.) at the Ecotrust Building (721 NW lowing for agriculture to be accessible and not Ninth Ave.) in Portland. Sample berry ice hours away from the city population. To find creams and pies and check out the first Oregon local farms for u-pick or produce purchase in Berry Chef Cook-Off. For more information, the Washington, Clackamas and Multnomah visit oregonberryfestival.com. county area, visit tricountyfarm.org. LeAnn Locher is an OSU Extension Master Gardener and can be found gardening this summer Grown your own! With a little planning and thoughtful loca- in her North Portland garden. Connect with her tion setting, growing your own caneberries and other gardeners at facebook.com/sassygardener.
the sassy gardener baked goods, but if you’re like me, fresh berries all by themselves are pretty fantastic. One of my favorite berries to eat fresh is the loganberry. A strange, accidental crossing of a raspberry and a blackberry, the loganberry was developed in California in the 1880s. Their flavor is soft, very much derived from that of their raspberry parentage. They seem to dissolve in your mouth, making them a fleeting summer memory and almost magical. The loganberry is a parent to my jam-making berry of choice, the tayberry. Many people haven’t heard of the tayberry, but for Willamette Valley jam-makers like me, they’re a favorite, a cross between a loganberry and black raspberry. Originally developed in Scotland, the fruit can be hard to pick, making it impossible for machine harvest or commercial purposes. The flavor is strong and tart, but best of all, the tayberry possesses floral qualities, perfect for sauces and jams. Paired with a bit of lavender, this is my favorite jam to make. The Sylvan blackberry is juicy and if you’re seeking a true taste of summer, I’d point you this direction. Some say the sylvanberry makes even better pies than marionberries, but perhaps you
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It’s On! Introducing the First Annual Portland Queer Music Festival
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for the duration of the day between the two bars. Bands from as far away as Philadelphia (Slutever) and St. Louis ( Julie Schurr) have also been confirmed, as have a few acts from Seattle. Thomas sees the influx of out-oftowners as inherent to the spirit of a queer music festival. “We discovered there’s a huge interest and a need for music from outside Portland,� explains Thomas, who’d originally planned the event to be Portland only. “There are a bazillion music festivals, but not many queer music festivals. So we had people begging, like, ‘Hey,
you guys have a festival, we wanna do it.’� For its inaugural run, Thomas approached the idea from a prophetic point of view, dubbing PQMF the “first annual,� knowing it would be a success. While that remains to be seen, the event has thus far garnered some 300 promised attendees on its Facebook page, with about the same amount of those saying “maybe� they’d attend. What should be noted, also, within the queer festival canon is the emergence of the Not Enough! Queer Music and Arts Festival, which pits performance art, film, music, visual and all manner of artistic undertakings September 18-19 in North Portland. As that festival generates more steam on a DIY, subculture level, Thomas’ sights are set in a more mainstream, marketable milieu, with the focus just on music. He estimates the day’s total attendance at between 800 and 1,000 festival goers. “In terms of the amount of bands and performers we have, we will be the largest in the Northwest,� says Thomas, who’s booked all 30 bands himself. The 30th act to round out the lineup will be filled by the winner of Red Cap’s Portland Idol. “If everybody shows up, and we have a really good turnout,� Thomas says, “we could easily be the largest queer music festival on the West Coast.� That confidence isn’t surprising given the talent assembled for PQMF’s first installment. Representing PDX is a spectrum-ranging sample of everything from drag queen electro (CJ and the Dolls) and piano balladeers (Zach Zaitlin) to burgeoning rappers ( Jeau Breedlove, SistaFist) and beloved deejays (Moisti, Lunch Lady). Similarly engaging acts from Seattle include the indie-dance hans paul hallgren
A fixture on Portland’s music scene, Samuel Thomas may have been destined to spearhead the First Annual Portland Queer Music Festival. While juggling gigs as director and founder of the Portland FREE Music Project, organizing the Maricon dance night at The Matador and judging this year’s Portland Idol, Thomas somehow still found time to break more ground for Portland queer culture. On Saturday, July 30, Red Cap Garage and Boxxes play host to the city’s first festival dedicated to queer music. The all-day, allgenre—sadly not all-ages—event spotlights primarily up-and-coming acts from the Portland metro area, placing them on two stages
confessionals of Noddy, the pop of Secret Shoppers and more. Noddy Despite the meshing of singersongwriters with rappers, backpack electro kids with sexy industrial rock, et cetera, the performers are relishing the opportunity to do it all under the “Queer Music Festival� banner. “Most queer art or music events focus on one genre of performance like drag or deejaying or rock,� Zaitlin explains. “It’s rare to see an event where queer artists working in a variety of styles are all together under one roof.� It seems a unanimous sentiment that an event like the PQMF will almost certainly unify and empower the queer arts community, especially what with prevailing stigmas of queer music and homophobia still rampant in music industry circles. “Being queer and in a band is a hard place to be,� explains Reese Umbaugh of Noddy. “Mainstream gay culture doesn’t really embrace independent music and the usual genres involved. Local music indie scenes are still primarily white, straight and male, and I am still surprised at the amount of homophobic, sexist and racist attitudes I have witnessed over the years playing in bands in the local music scene.� Portland rhyme-stylers SistaFist agree, and see a huge opportunity in the event. “We deserve a safe space to create and share our work,� says EmSnatch. “With a queer festival there will be zero tolerance for homophobia, which is unfortunately not the case at many other festivals.� As the PQMF nears, the final touches are being put on the production—largely by Thomas alone, but also with help from sponsors Absolut Vodka, Pants-Off Productions,
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Morel Ink, QPDX.com and Sherman Clay/ Moe’s Pianos of Portland. But even with that kind of muscle, the infancy of the festival coupled with Thomas’ ambition are making lessons in event undertaking easy to come by. “When I was planning it, I was like, ‘Oh, 30 bands isn’t that much,’� Thomas jokes. “And now I’m like, ‘Whoa, 30 bands!’ I’ve got to be the point person for everyone who comes in all day. And they all have a lot of questions. It’s almost like a full-time job right now, just doing this, as opposed to all my other jobs I’m supposed to be doing.� What lies ahead following the first annual fest is anyone’s guess. Thomas is already thinking big—bigger acts, more bands. In fact, he’s already working on the Second Annual Portland Queer Music Festival. “I’m already planning next year’s. I’ve got some of the basics down, I’m in contact with certain people,� Thomas promises. “It’ll happen.� The First Annual Portland Queer Music Festival takes place Saturday, July 30 from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Red Cap Garage and Boxxes (1035 SW Stark St.). Admission is $3. The event is 21 and over. For a full list of performers and updates, search “Portland Queer Music Festival� on Facebook.
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A Slow Dance for Fast Times John Cameron Mitchell brings NYC’s hottest party, and a faerie-inspired vision, to the Rose City By Nick Mattos
“I wrote my first song this week,” John Cameron Mitchell explains, excitement in his voice. For someone who’s proven himself as a director, actor, producer and dancer, and who is perhaps most famous for writing and directing the story of a transgender rock musician named Hedwig, he sounds surprisingly pleased by this recent musical development. “A friend of mine encouraged me,” he continues, “but I’ve never really written a song before. There’s always something new that can come out of you.” Innovation and surprise, with a little help from your friends—exactly the vibe that Mitchell creates at his celebrated New York City party Mattachine. On August 6, Portlanders will get a taste of how innovative old school can be when Mitchell brings the party, and its With this intense undercurrent of nostalvision of ethical and creative homo culture, gia, some young queers may think that Matto Mississippi Studios. Three years ago, Mitchell teamed up tachine sounds a bit like your father’s gay with Justin Bond, PJ DeBoy and Paul Daw- dance night. Au contraire, asserts Mitchell. son to start Mattachine as an underground, “You know, there’s this sort of ageist thing in unadvertised party at the nation’s oldest gay the gay world that gets on our nerves,” he bar, Julius in New York City. The party explains, which runs counter to the party’s quickly gained a devout following for its stated intent of “promoting ethical gay culdistinctively creative vibe, unlike anything ture everywhere.” But what exactly is Mitchelse in the scene at the time. “We at Mat- ell’s notion of ethical gay culture? “It’s just promoting a good vibe— tachine have an oldschool style—we play a “It’s just promoting a good respecting everybody, all ages, all genders, making lot of old music, kind of vibe—respecting everyup your own gender, keepkeep it mostly pre-1984 ing it relaxed,” he says. with a little new stuff too, body, all ages, all gen“That’s the ethical part— but we avoid club music,” ders, making up your own everybody is welcome, so he explains. “It’s a Maplease be friendly. Get off donna-free and Gaga-free gender, keeping it relaxed. your phone! Look people zone. We play a lot of old That’s the ethical part— in the eye!” soul and country and Mitchell continues: classic rock, New Wave. everybody is welcome, so “Being queer is a privilege We’ll even play LCD please be friendly. Get off in that you have to quesSoundsystem once in a while, but we avoid the your phone! Look people in tion everything you’re told. You see a lot of queer peoclichés of gay bardom.” the eye!” One of the most un-john cameron mitchell, ple questioning less and usual elements of Mitchon mattachine less. Unfortunately, the price of acceptance is meell’s devotion to the old school is shown through a dance that many diocrity, which is better than the way it was haven’t swayed through since junior high. but eventually there’s going to be as many gay “My specialty is slow dancing,” he explains, Republicans as there are straight Republicans. “which is something a lot of gay people—or Selfishness is a trait that humans have a probanyone really, nowadays—just didn’t experi- lem with. So, the ethical part is self-respect, ence unless they were 13 and perhaps danc- and respect for others—not judging, not coring with someone that they didn’t want to ralling yourself into a category. No sheeplike dance with. I’m rediscovering and reclaim- mentality that says that you need to identify ing the slow dance, which was very impor- yourself with endless thumping music, or the tant to me as a 13-year-old deejaying in my haircut that you have, or your body hair, or basement, playing Barry Manilow and Teddy your size. Those things are based on fear.” With his talk of fearlessness and remakPendergrass and then bumping up to Boston ing gay culture into something loving and and the Sylvers.”
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John Cameron Mitchell (center) in the DJ booth at Mattachine in NYC with PJ DeBoy and Amber Martin.
ethical, Mitchell sounds remarkably like his hero, Harry Hay. “I’ve always been very interested in him,” he says of the early gay rights activist who was a founding member of the Mattachine Society. “I never met him, but strangely I did go to his memorial, which was very beautiful, and met his partner of many decades [ John Burnside]. John told a story about their relationship: Every night before they went to bed, Harry would tell him that he loved him. On the last night before he died, Harry couldn’t speak, but he told him the same thing with his eyes. John described it as ‘unendurable,’ ‘an unendurable love,’ which was a strange way to put it, but it’s made me fascinated with him.” Beyond the tenderness of Hay as a lover, Mitchell also appreciates the great variety of other roles Hay played throughout his life. “He had so many guises,” he says, “and I really appreciate that he’s one of the American heroes that we won’t hear being recognized because he was queer. He won’t get the sort of recognition that women’s suffrage activists or civil rights activists get because he was queer.” One guise of Hay’s that has proven particularly influential to Mitchell was his role as founder of the Radical Faeries. Mitchell has been involved with the Faerie community for decades, and cites the Faerie sensibility as a major inspiration behind 2006’s sex comedy Shortbus. The idea for the tour even came through the Faeries: Mitchell and his Mattachine mates (including Portland’s own Amber Martin) brought the West Village party down to a Radical Faerie sanctuary last
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year to celebrate the Pagan holiday of Beltane and were inspired to spread the word even further. However, when asked about the Faeries, Mitchell makes one thing emphatically clear: “I am not a hardcore hippie guy.” Even if he’s not fond of the look, the sensibility is there: “[It’s] definitely in me and in my work, a kind of belief that things can be better for society as a whole and for the community that you commune within.” Mitchell will not be moving full-time to the Faerie sanctuary anytime soon, though. “I’m more about creating communities than joining them,” he explains, “but I’ve had really good experiences with the Faeries, despite my not being as Faerie-ish as some. I’m just
not much of a joiner, especially because sometimes it reminds me of church.” Along with his co-promoters, Mitchell has succeeded in forming a vibrant community around Mattachine that he hopes will also manifest when it swings through Portland. “[The party] attracts very creative people, very productive people, and that’s who we promote towards,” he says. “When you’re around creative people, your creative side comes out.” Just as his films celebrate the freakiest of the freaks as they struggle to connect with others, the Mattachine tour is a celebration of queer identity—an invitation for queers to re-embrace creativity and tenderness in an ethical vision of
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gay culture. “Being queer used to be a passport to nonconformity, to finding your own gender and your own specialness,” Mitchell observes, and perhaps Mattachine can bring back this old-school passport to a generation that lost it. Still, all high-minded goals aside, Mitchell offers the best reason to throw a party in the Rose City. “I always have a blast in Portland,” he says, “and I can’t wait to see all my buddies again.” With Amber Martin, PJ DeBoy and Paul Dawson; Sat., August 6, 10 p.m.; Mississippi Studios, 3939 N. Mississippi; $5; mississippistudios.com.
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Bunny, “The Heifer” Lady Bunny hops into Portland By Daniel Borgen
Pioneer, legend, high-profile fixture—it’s all a matter of semantics when it comes to an icon like Lady Bunny. With wigs and fake eyelashes to the sky and flawless, glitzy dresses, Lady Bunny, born Jon Ingle, has come a long way from her modest beginnings in Chattanooga, Tenn. First a major star in Atlanta alongside the likes of RuPaul, she soon took on New York City—and won. There she remains a queen-of-all-trades, a wildly successful deejay, singer, promoter and actress. Perhaps best known for founding Wigstock, the NYC drag festival that now boasts 40,000+ attendees each year, Bunny is also a notable journalist (Star) and comedienne— her routines and infamous parodies keep her ever the jet-setter, as Bunny books venues from L.A. to Paris. Just Out chatted with the legendary Bunny ahead of her upcoming Portland show. Just Out: Bunny, when were you last in Portland? What’s the weirdest thing that happened to you here? Lady Bunny: I spun at Mitchell Gold’s [grand reopening] event [in 2010] and afterward went to visit Darcelle at her place. I loved meeting those girls and Darcelle couldn’t have been sweeter—and it wasn’t that weird but it was hilarious: A black female customer in a wheelchair was ruling the joint. She was wearing a wig and told me that because she had wigs in three different colors and her senile husband thought he had two other girlfriends on the side. I also performed a couple summers ago with Taylor Dayne at your gay pride—the crowd was amazing and I really hit it off with the emcee, Poison Waters. Until I got back to my hotel and realized that she’d stolen my crack pipe! JO: What can Portland fans expect from your show? Music? Comedy? LB: All of the above. I do have some new material like my parody of [Katy Perry’s] “Firework” and [Far East Movement’s] “Like a G6.”
JO: Any special requests from us? LB: Horse-hung drug dealers, meet me backstage. JO: Your parodies kill. Tell me a bit about your process. Any one song you’re most fond of ? LB: I’m a twisted heifer. My humor can be so inappropriate that when you see me on stage, my number has usually been tried out several times. I don’t trust my own instincts anymore—after I made crowds at Wigstock uncomfortable with a parody of “Dance With My Father” called “Suck Off My Father,” which was performed too soon after Luther Vandross’ death. Maybe it’s time to resurrect it! JO: When I re-watched the trailer for your DVD, Rated X (For Extra Retarded), it reminded me that you’ve literally been everywhere. Sex and the City cameos, you name it. What specifically inspired the making of the DVD? LB: Angel dust! Seriously, I’ve loved having cameos on SATC, the Pamela Anderson Roast, To Wong Foo—but it was time for a starring vehicle of my own. And my humor is so raunchy that no TV show is going to air it, so I came up with something I could sell myself without censorship. JO: What’s your favorite celeb or TV moment so far? LB: Pamela is outrageous—so gorgeous and fun. But Patti LaBelle, Carol Channing and Charo are three of my favorite performers ever. I’ve gotten to work with all of them and even got video footage of Charo from the set of Drag U saying, “Lady Bunny is the biggest puta in the United States.” Chaka Khan was another idol who guest judged on Drag U. Barbara Eden once told me she wished she could get her hair to look like mine—and she inspired all of my hairdos with her looks on I Dream of Jeannie.” JO: You make headlines for making even Republicans (like the Bush twins) have
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fun. What’s the sexy secret to your crossover success? LB: It’s easy to make Republicans have fun—just take away someone’s rights or slash vital services in a recession! It’s funny you ask that because many of my deejay gigs are in ultraconservative Texas. While I do have a passion for politics, I take a break while I’m spinning and focus on partying. I think people hire me because they get a clown and deejay for the price of one—it surely isn’t because of my mixing skills. Speaking of clowns, I just deejayed for Lady Gaga at the after-party for her CFDA fashion award. Did you hear her give me a shout-out during the song “Teeth” on her Monster Ball HBO Special? Suddenly, I’m relevant again! The always-relevant Lady Bunny appears at Red Cap Garage, 1035 SW Stark, at 10 p.m. Fri., July 29. She’ll perform, spin and stick around for a meet-and-greet. Cover is $3.
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Vancouver, British Columbia cemented itself a bastion for competitive sports in 2010, with the Olympic Winter Games in Whistler. The fact that the city is consistently hailed among the most beautiful destinations on the planet didn’t hurt either, as images of arborous mountains, the English Bay and Vancouver Harbor were thrust into living rooms around the globe. It makes sense, then, that the Second Gay and Lesbian International Sports Association North America Outgames be held in the Big Couve. Come July 25-31, tens of thousands of LGBTQ athletes from around the world descend on the region not just to compete in these games, not just to revel in the excitement generated by attending the competitions as fans, but also to take part in Vancouver’s renowned Pride Week celebrations. This is going to be huge. Don’t confuse, however, the recent Gay Games in 2010 in Cologne, Germany with the Outgames franchise. While similar in obvious ways like affording LGBTQ athletes of all talents to compete with and against each other in a supportive environment, North America Outgames board chair John Boychuk says Outgames focuses more on friendly sport and individual accomplishment. The Outgames also distinguishes itself by virtue of a spotlight on human rights, with a three-day conference smack dab in the middle of all that gamin’. “Outgames recognizes that human rights play an important part of visible community inclusiveness, and the ability to demolish barriers that are part of today’s world,” Boychuk explains. “This allows for a greater cross section of people to demonstrate their mental skills beyond that of the body and its physical limits.” The conference is designed to recognize, address and work to address issues facing the LGBTQ community such as discrimination by way of youth bullying, workplace harassment, spirituality, education and more. Representatives from every continent are scheduled to be on hand to facilitate panel discussions. The first World Outgames were in Montreal in 2006, while the inaugural North America Outgames were held in Calgary, Alberta the following year. Calgary’s games boasted more than 12,000 participants throughout the three-day human rights conference, 35-plus sporting events and 12 days of cultural activities. Boychuk says that as the continental version of these games continues to build its brand, the 2011 Outgames is looking at nearly twice the level of participation that Calgary saw in 2007, with a greater emphasis on the diversity in the types of sporting
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events offered. In addition, Boychuk expects athletes from as far away as Japan, Wales, France, Germany, New Zealand, South America and the United States. Some familiar faces for Portland LGBTQ sports enthusiasts are making the trek to represent the Rose City, too. Squeaking sneakers on the tennis court are two of Team Portland Tennis’ finest, Scott Reis and Collin Koo. Reis, 36, competed in the 2009 Outgames in Copenhagen, Denmark, in track and field. At the North America Outgames this year, he’ll play in Division C for tennis. “I am a competitive person and am very focused on the court, but love the social aspect off the court and meeting new people during these tournaments,” Reis says. “Win or lose, I think good sportsmanship is key.” Koo, 40, is a newcomer to Portland, having just recently moved here from Vancouver, B.C. He is competing in tennis in the singles and doubles Open Division, and also plans on netting more time with competitive badminton. “It’s definitely an important sporting and social outlet for our community,” Koo says of Outgames. “It gives me an excuse to visit my hometown, and many of my friends are participating in and even volunteering at the games. Scott and I play in different divisions so we won’t compete against or with each other, but I’ll be cheering for him enthusiastically because we are good friends and Portland teammates.” Alejandro Martinez, a soccer player for the past four years with Portland’s Netrippers Football Club, is traveling to Vancouver with his team, Stonewall, with the hopes of getting Outgames gold. It wouldn’t be the first time, as Stonewall—a team handpicked for the games—went to Copenhagen in ’07 in Division 1 and went undefeated, returning home with the gold medal. “I find it intriguing to compete amongst other well-trained athletes and to be surrounded by other LGBTQ athletes,” explains Martinez, 26. “It’s nice to know that we have so many outstanding LGBTQ athletes. I hope to be challenged and make new friends from around the world.” Making friends is easy when you’re landing in the nexus of Vancouver Pride week. And just because the games are almost here doesn’t mean you’ve missed out on your chance to attend, or even compete. Registration for the
larger team tournaments and continental cup challenges has now closed, but individual events remain open until the start of the games to encourage everyone who decides to come to Vancouver at the last minute. Events that officials will accept registrations for right up to the day of include the Eco Challenge, Poker, the 10K Run/4K Walk, Golf, DanceSport, Track and Field and the Vertical 6K Grouseto-Peak Challenge. The outlying contingents during the Outgames this year are just as enticing for prospective attendees and competing athletes. The Outgames Live Showcase series on July 28 at the three-story supper club Five Sixty features performances by Canadian diva Carole Pope, Peter Breeze and others. On July 30, the Closing Ceremonies Party gets things beat-bumpin’ with entertainment by international chart-topping dance-poppers Ace of Base, Dragonette and more at the Plaza of Nations. Adding even more pride to the festivities is the Queer in Vancouver and Pride in Art festivals, the Celebration of Light International Fireworks Competition and Canada Place—one of the city’s most iconic tourist spots—lighting up its sails in rainbow colors for the entire week. In short, this could be the LGBTQ party of the year. “The end of July in Vancouver is definitely going to be Gay 8.0!” says Barb Snelgrove, Outgames’ communications director of the event’s evolution. “Vancouver is ready to roll out the lavender carpet for all our out-oftown guests.” The second GLISA North America Outgames run July 25–31 in Vancouver, B.C. For registration, hotel accommodations, and other general info., visit vancouver2011outgames.com.
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CROCC Rocks Hawaiian outrigger canoeing alive and well in Portland with the Columbia River Outrigger Canoeing Club By Ryan J. Prado
Northwest Outrigger Canoe Association—places emphasis on its novice and recreational paddlers. In fact, that’s how board chair Clint Spelt began his journey into the wet world of outrigger canoeing. “I joined CROCC with very little water experience at all,” Spelt admits. “A little more than two years later, my partner and I went from ‘let’s just try it and see if we can make time for it’ to racing competitively, coaching and sitting on the board of directors. When you paddle, everything else in the world seems to go away.” CROCC is participating in each of the Sunday Parkways events throughout the summer, and bringing a canoe for curious folks to check out. On July 24, CROCC will be at the Northwest Sunday Parkways event just south of the Hawthorne Bridge, and will have a canoe available to take people out for a short paddle throughout the day. For more information about upcoming races for CROCC, visit croccpaddle.com. submitted photo
As of press time, summer is still here. That means there’s no better time than now to enjoy the Northwest’s rivers, creeks, lakes and the like to cool off in before our pre-fall showers reign supreme. If you’re searching for a different way to make a splash in water sports, might we suggest the revered Hawaiian pastime of outrigger canoeing? Lucky for you, Portland just so happens to be home to the Columbia River Outrigger Canoe Club (CROCC), a recreational and competitive crew of spirited devotees to the team sport of outrigger canoeing. The group was founded in 1992, the first dedicated outrigger canoe club in Portland and the Northwest. Through its mission of encouraging, sustaining and perpetuating outrigger canoe paddling, racing and the related Hawaiian traditions, CROCC strives, per its website, “to embrace and nurture the community through inclusiveness and all skill levels in order to teach and improve paddling technique and to maximize enjoyment of the sport.” It just so happens, as CROCC head coach
Josie Sparks explains, that about 85–90 percent of the paddlers are members of the LGBTQ community. “What’s so incredibly wonderful is that everyone in the outrigger community is accepting, and therefore we’re able to paddle without judgment,” Sparks says. “It’s all about being an ohana [family] that’s full of athletes that makes sure we all kokua [help] one another.” While outrigger canoeing with CROCC engages in competitive races with challenging conditions on the Columbia River, the group—which operates under the Pacific
Countdown To The Cup Portland Cup Softball Tourney returns in August While hundreds of softball stars are scheduled to take the field during the second GLISA North America Outgames in Vancouver, B.C., Portland’s Rose City Softball Association is oiling up the leather for its own big-time invitational. The Portland Cup—set for August 13–14 at the Delta Park Sports Complex (10737 N. Union Court)—will host teams from Seattle, Vancouver, B.C., San Francisco and Phoenix. The tournament marks the perfect chance to either tune up before late August’s Gay World Series in Chicago or, for teams not going to the series, to have a last sporting hurrah before summer winds down. Jake Packer, RCSA open division commissioner, explains that this year’s Portland Cup tourney follows in the historical footsteps of most gay sports leagues’ focus on recreational fun, with multiple divisions for teams based on the cumulative abilities of its players. As Packer reports, very competitive teams with a high degree of skill level don’t face teams with newer players and/or a lower level of abilities. There’s also a Wom-
en’s B and C Division, featuring the Seattle Changes, and the Portland Dirty Grrlz. “This relative equality in each division puts the competition aspects on more even footing, making the experience all the more enjoyable for all teams,” Packer says. The Portland Cup doesn’t hold back with the post-game social functions, either. RCSA traditionally partners with local gay or gayfriendly businesses to ensure a unique experience for ball players after they hang the spikes up for the night. This year, Scandals, CC Slaughters and Starky’s are hosting evening events August 13–15, respectively. “These are usually very well attended, as a lot of these players see each other on what we could call the Gay Softball Circuit year after year in various cities,” Packer says. “It’s always a big opportunity to socialize and catch up since the last time they crossed paths at a tournament.” Delta Park has food, beverages and beer available in the central complex, fueling attendees until Sunday afternoon’s finals for the various divisions.
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Fox & Hounds 217 NW Second Ave. • 503‑243‑5530 This longstanding Cheers-esque restaurant and bar has always been known for a relaxed environment, good food and an excellent drink. Whether it be their Saturday/Sunday brunch, happy hour, dinner or late night, this bar is as diverse as its patrons who come from all aspects of our community.
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Local Lounge 3536 NE MLK • 503-282-1833 A new-ish fixture in the gay NE scene, Local Lounge serves up drinks, dancing and the occasional drag... along with top-notch service.
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Yep, I’m turning 40—the supposed death age of homos everywhere. Many have opined that turning 40 in gay years is like turning 80 in straight years. To be perfectly honest, I’m not completely sure how I feel about it. A part of me is rather looking forward to this new decade and chapter of my life, while another is slightly apprehensive and fearful of having to check the “40-49” age box when filling out surveys and such. You cannot deny we homos tend to place a lot of value on youth and looking young. One need look no further than ads on Craigslist (don’t front, you know you check it) or gay. com (does anybody even use this website anymore?) and see all the age restrictions in hookup ads. “Over 40 need not apply,” one will state or “Over 40 OK as long as you don’t look over 35.” These ads litter the Internet like so many used condoms at a safe-sex party. One of the first gay books I read upon coming out was William J. Mann’s The Men from the Boys. In the novel, protagonist Jeff O’Brien faces a midlife crisis at 33 and must deal with not being the new, hot young thing anymore— even though he is described as someone who is built like an Adonis. Many of the gay men in the book also consider 30 as the official over-the-hill age, making those over the milestone number less desirable sexually. I read
panda say what?! BY BENNIE TAN I was in a few relationships, all the while thinking, “I must succeed in one before 30.” Then 30 came and went and my world remained pretty much the same. Much like the Y2K scare, nothing disastrous happened. this book at the impressionable age of 26 and it left an indelible mark on me. Needless to say, I looked forward to turning 30 as much as one would look forward to a urethra swab test for Chlamydia. I came out at the relatively late age of 25, and reading The Men from the Boys left me overwrought with anxiety. I kept thinking I had precious few years to accomplish what all gay men were supposed to before they got too old —being in a stable relationship, having a successful career, partying to the fullest. So I set out to do those things with great gusto. I worked really hard and partied even harder. I was in a few relationships, all the while thinking, “I must succeed in one before 30.” Then 30 came and went and my world remained pretty
much the same. Much like the Y2K scare, nothing disastrous happened. My penis didn’t shrivel, dry up and fall off and I didn’t become an instant outcast sexually or socially. In fact, contrary to the novel, my big gay life didn’t really start swinging until I was in my thirties. I met more people, became more comfortable in my own skin and had way more sex than I ever did before. There is some truth to the statement that age is relative. Living through my thirties proved to me how old you feel and act is actually all in your head. It is also true that with age comes experience, and experience has taught me how to better navigate the many bumps in life. Associating with the Bears has also helped in dealing with the whole age thing. Having been discriminated against in the past for being too fat, old or hairy, this group of men tends to be more accepting than others. Bears also skew slightly older and since I’ve always had a thing for older men, it’s a win-win situation. Don’t ask me why I have a predilection for slightly older men—maybe I have daddy issues due to a distant father while I was growing up. Before I start psychoanalyzing myself,
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though, I must admit it never occurred to me I would one day become the daddy in question. Recently, I was instant messaging with a cute Latino cub from Florida on GROWLr (the furry equivalent of Grindr) and he called me “papito.” I had an inkling what the term meant but, to be sure, I asked him to clarify. He said “papito” meant “cute little daddy,” a term of endearment. Rather than being insulted, I took it as a compliment. At an Oregon Bears event not too long ago, I had my eye on a really adorable cub, and by the end of the evening we were making out. It was only after we became Facebook friends that I realized he had just turned 21. In one of his emails, he called me a “hot Asian daddy.” In the past I would have been slightly uncomfortable, but instead I took it all in stride. I was flattered a hot little cub would consider me daddy material and make out with me. So yes, I kissed a cub and I really, really liked it. I think my forties are going to treat me just fine. At least I know for sure life as a gay man does not end when he turns 30. This Panda is hijacking the Oregon Bears’ monthly Bear Bust at the Eagle Portland Saturday, July 16 starting at 9 p.m. as his unofficial big 4-0 birthday celebration. You are all invited. Email him at pdxpandacub@gmail.com for more details.
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I’ve been seeing this guy for a while. He’s a really nice, really sexy guy, and I dig him. We met at a dinner party, where friends introduced us, and from there we’ve been spending a lot of one-on-one time, like hiking and, um, stuff. I took him out to dinner the other night and, when I asked him to pick out a bottle of wine for us, was surprised to find out that he doesn’t drink, because he’s a recovering alcoholic. I know people who don’t drink, but we don’t really talk about it, and I’ve never dated someone who doesn’t drink at all. I’m not a big drinker, but the idea that we’ll never share a bottle of wine makes me a little sad. Also, I don’t want to offend him by drinking in front of him, or having a party where I’m serving alcohol. He’s a really great, engaging guy. I’m not sure how to move forward.
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Alcohol is part of gay culture. I’m sorry to say it, but it’s true. Hell, it’s part of American culture. A lot of queers are wounded kids who are still covering up hurt with alcohol (or drugs or food or something). If it’s awkward for you that he’s not drinking, imagine how awkward it is for him. Be proud of your partner for facing his demons. It’s the reason he can be a present and full participant in your relationship. It’s probably
ask a gay BY KRISTIN FLICKINGER a big part of why you find him so fun and engaging. If it really, truly matters to you that you will never share a bottle of wine with this guy, then, honey, it’s not going to work—for either of you. But if you can get over that, and work through the social awkwardness that you’re feeling, you could find yourself in an emotionally and spiritually fulfilling relationship like you’ve never experienced. Frankly, it’s where I find myself now. I’m in a relationship with a woman who is in recovery. I don’t drink. I never did. I’m not part of the program, but I still face the pressures we all do to have a drink in your hand at a party. So, for me, dating someone who is sober is a wonderful thing. It’s an added bonus to the smart, sexy package she brings. The fact that she doesn’t drink takes away some of the anxiety that I feel in social situations where I’m expected to be imbibing. But it’s more than that—much more. A person who is in recovery isn’t just someone who doesn’t drink. Sobriety is a part of every facet of their life. I find that my girlfriend is dedicated to honest, open communication
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her providing support to others in recovery as they find themselves in dark times. It reminds me to show compassion to my fellow human beings. Everything that she does to support her recovery strengthens her, and it strengthens our relationship, because she is fully able to engage from a place of conscious, deliberate action. It is one of the most beautiful things I have ever experienced. So, my dear, if you like this guy, try to put aside your awkwardness, and experience the beauty he may have to offer you. If you have questions, ask. If you’re wondering how he feels at a party where your friends are all drinking, ask him. If you want to know how to support him, ask. Let him know that you’re willing to support him if you can. If you would like to know more about the program, think about attending an Al-Anon meeting (for friends and family of alcoholics), or a CoDA meeting (for people seeking healthy relationships). These meetings will introduce you to the idea of 12-step programs, and give you the tools to both better understand your partner and to make sure you are placing yourself and your spirituality first, too.
and takes responsibility for her behavior. She is deliberate in her thoughts and actions in a way that is really rare. She is dedicated to these things because she is a fantastic person, and also because they are important aspects of her recovery. Being in a relationship with someone like that inspires me to embrace those ideals with her. Dating a person in recovery means dating someone who is, first and foremost, truly dedicated to a spiritual relationship with their higher power. It means dating someone who is committed to helping others and being of service in their daily lives. It can mean phone calls and meetings on a daily basis. My girlfriend meditates and makes and takes calls every single day. For me, it means that the mornings are hers, a kind of no-fly zone that I respect so that she can do her spiritual work. I am blessed to be able to witness my partner honoring herself every time she meditates or prays. I am inspired to find my own sacred, personal time. And I see her reaching out to a beautiful support structure of like-minded people who hold her account- Kristin Flickinger talks more about relationable, and connect her to a community. I see ships, life and love at askthegay.com.
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“Your seltzer, sir,” the flight attendant smiles with lipstick on her teeth. I am high in the air between Chicago and Portland, the friendly soreness of completing a month of yoga school giving way to the far less pleasant soreness of being confined to an airline seat for hours. I try to stretch my arms without invading the personal space of the guy next to me but fail terribly; he pulls away as my arm passes in front of him. “Sorry about that!” I say, smiling sheepishly. “No problem,” he says, smiling back. “We’re all in this together, right?” He introduces himself—Martin is a fortysomething gay man, coming to Portland for the first time on business dressed in the conservatively pleated pants of a man 10 years his senior, the blue polo shirt of someone who practices his golf swing on the weekends. With my untrimmed beard and prayer beads, I feel like the Radical Faerie to Martin’s Mattachine Society, but we get along smashingly anyway. “Are you worried at all about going home?” he asks me. “How do you mean?” I ask, sipping seltzer. “I mean, it must be unsettling, going from the yoga ashram environment back to the normal world. Are you worried at all that it’ll be jarring to come back?” I glance out the window at the earth far below. If I had an airplane view of time as well as space at the moment, I would be able to see myself 48 hours in the future. I could
voices Where Home Is remember to breathe BY NICK MATTOS I glance out the window at the earth far below. If I had an airplane view of time as well as space at the moment, I would be able to see myself 48 hours in the future. watch myself lying beside a fire pit beneath an ancient tree and a starry sky, riding over the Hawthorne Bridge on the bench seat of a tiny white pickup truck, gripping the microphone at the Lovecraft’s Slaughterhouse Karaoke, soberly holding a dear friend’s hand as he twitches his way through a cocaine freakout in the soft light of the Monday morning sunrise. If I had the airplane view of what was to come, I’d see that I would utterly neglect to pace my reentry to my life, that I would swiftly transition from the Mary Oliver poem of my time away to a reality closely resembling a Brett Easton Ellis novel, depressurizing from my travels so quickly and harshly that I give myself the bends. However, now in the narrow airline chair thousands of feet above the earth, the gift of
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forests, thin lines of snow at the very top of mountains. The landscape becomes dotted with buildings, they multiply into houses and churches and businesses, shopping centers and schools. Portland draws closer to me, rises up and expands to fill the plane windows, and my heart beats hard with recognition. I realize that the old cross-stich sampler quote is only part right: Home is indeed where the heart is, in that the heart is your home—its rhythmic beat that defines the pace of your life, the energetic place where you connect with the rest of the world, the core of you that races and soars and shatters with defiant vulnerability. The wheels of the plane touch down upon the tarmac and I exhale, sighing with the knowledge that regardless of what is to come next—whatever excitement or frustration or elation or depression is on its way, whatever surprises that the Rose City and its fabulously weird residents can throw my way, whether it’s a Mary Oliver or a Brett Easton Ellis life I lead—that as long as I stay connected to the vital center of myself, home will be inside me and all around me as well. I turn to Martin, see his broad smile. “Welcome back,” he congratulates me. “Yes,” I say, smiling as I unbuckle my seat belt. “Welcome home.”
prophecy escapes me. “I’m sure that won’t happen,” I tell my traveling friend. “I’ll take it easy when I get home.” “Ah—home,” Martin says with a distinct wistfulness. “I travel so much for work these days I’m losing track of where home is.” “That must be really tough for you,” I note, handing garbage to the attendant, putting up my tray table as the pilot announces the descent. “How do you find a place to call home?” “Home is a place, certainly,” Martin says, his eyes focused out the window, “but it’s so many other things, too. It’s a time, and a mood, a speed that you travel. Home has something to do with where you are—but it has everything to do with who you are in the space you find yourself. Home is a place, but it’s a place inside you.” I look out the plane window, digesting Martin’s surprisingly philosophical statement. The shocking green landscape of Oregon in early summer spreads beneath me, the neatly arranged squares and circles of agriculture fields splitting up the ground like patchwork. Everything becomes familiar: the jagged bends Nick Mattos is glad his home is back in Portof the river, the spiny texture of the evergreen land. Reach him at nickmattos@justout.com.
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»AIDS & HIV CAREAssist pays for health insurance premiums, prescription drugs and insurance plan co-payments and deductibles for eligible people with HIV/AIDS. Program of the Oregon Department of Human Services and the Ryan White CARE Act. (8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday. 503-7314029 or 800-805-2313. www.healthoregon.org.). 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. Spanish-language assistance available. (Suite 800, 208 SW 5th Ave., 503-223-5907, Oregon HIV/STD Hotline 800-777-2437. CAP Vancouver offers free rapid HIV testing to men who have sex with men in Vancouver, Wash. (11am - 1pm Tuesdays, 4 - 8pm Thursdays. 3701 E. Fourth Plain Blvd. 360-750-7964) Clackamas County Public Health offers anonymous and confidential HIV testing and counseling to everyone. No needles! Free condoms! Call for appointment or walk-in testing times. (Oregon City: 503-6558471. Sandy: 503-722-6660. Molalla: 503-723-2944. 82nd Avenue: 503-771-7944. For more information call 503-742-5382.) Columbia County Public Health offers anonymous and confidential HIV testing, counseling and case management to anyone. Se habla español. We lend HIV books and videos and offer educational materials and free condoms. (503-397-4651 or 800-244-4870.) Daily Bread Express provides home delivery of high-quality meals to HIV-positive individuals in need. Fresh meals delivered weekdays, frozen meals for weekends. Volunteers invited to inquire anytime. (Mara 503-460-3822.) Esther’s Pantry in Milwaukie provides food and personal care items to people with HIV/AIDS. Call to donate or for services. (503-349-4699 www.ourhouseofportland.org/programs/estherspantry.) Fuzeon Information Group welcomes people contemplating, using or caregiving for Fuzeon recipients. Facilitated by experienced patients, nurses and social workers. (5:30-7 pm second Wednesday, 5525 SE Milwaukie Ave. RSVP to Julia 503-230-1202, ext. 235. www.ohsu.edu/ partnership/fuzeon.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.) HIV Day Center offers hot meals, counseling, laundry facilities, clothing, showers and hygiene supplies, computers with Internet access, phones, mail drop, recreational activities, massage and haircuts. Volunteers invited to inquire anytime. (9 am-3 pm Monday-Friday. 2941 NE Ainsworth St. 503-460-3822.) The Link, a social networking group for HIV-positive gay and bi men, meets every month for social events, discussions and other outings. (209 SW 4th Ave., 503-278-3868 thelink@cascadeaids.org.) Manifest, a nonprofit men’s wellness community, prevents and addresses HIV and STDs by empowering men to pursue their wellness passions together through programs like yoga, cycling, hiking, meditation, healing touch classes, vision teams, wellness coaching, information and referrals. (503 223 8822, ext. 1. www.manifestpdx.org.) Multnomah County Health Department’s HIV Community Test Site offers confidential testing by appointment. Some walk-in testing. Sliding-scale fee. Se habla español; other interpretation by appointment. (9 am-4:45 pm Monday-Friday except 12:30-4:45 pm Wednesday. 426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor. 503-988-3775.) 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, case management, same-day visits and online chart access. Appointments are available regardless of insurance. (503-494-8562.) Our House of Portland provides Oregon and southwest Washington’s only network of integrated health and housing 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. ourhouseofportland.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 Prevention (SHOP), behavior change counseling to motivate people to protect themselves and their partners; and HIV 101, providing basic information for people recently diagnosed. Se habla español. (Intake Line: 503-517-3590. SHOP: Laura or Kurt 503-230-1202 or 877-795-7700. HIV 101: 503-230-1202. Positive Living: Julia 503-230-1202, ext. 235. www.ohsu.edu/partnership.) Portland Area HIV Services Planning Council is a county decisionmaking body that identifies services needed for people living with HIV/ AIDS and allocates federal funds annually. Need volunteers from all walks of life. (20 NE 10th Ave., Second Floor. 3653 SE 34th Ave. 503988-3030, ext. 25703. www.hivportland.org.) Positive Direction Series offers life skill workshops to people living with HIV/AIDS at Cascade AIDS Project. Topics include employment, parenting, health, women’s self-image and sexuality, budgeting and tenant education. (Shyle Ruder 503-223-5907, ext. 203. www.cascadeaids.org.) Positive Living Series is a seven-week self-management series 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 emotional changes. (Julia 503-2301202, ext. 235. www.ohsu.edu/partnership/fuzeon.html.) Positive Support Association supports all persons that have been affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic here in the Pacific Northwest. The PSA maintains a comprehensive web site that people can visit to help newly diagnosed persons get help and support. The PSA is also seeking volunteers to assist in HIV/AIDS Awareness Projects, including our Peer Positive Mentorship Program. (www.positive-support.org) +alk is a five-session program for people living with HIV designed to reduce stress around talking about your HIV status and negotiating safer sex. New groups start regularly. (Ben at 503-278-3868 or bgerritz@cascadeaids.org)
OutReach listings of up to 50 words are provided free of charge to organizations and groups specifically serving the sexual minorities community. All listings are subject to editing, and inclusion is subject to space limitations, relevance and receipt by deadline. The deadline for submissions is 14 days prior to publication. Listings expire once a year (in July), and submissions run from the date received until the next scheduled expiration date. Listings are automatically deleted upon expiration. To ensure uninterrupted listing, please submit updated information at least a month prior to the expiration date. Send listings to: Just Out (attn: Outreach), P.O. Box 14400, Portland, OR 97293-0400; Fax submissions to 503-236-1257 or e-mail justout@justout.com. Submissions cannot be accepted over the phone. Please type your announcement and include contact information. 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@qwest.net.) The Research & Education Group provides access to HIV/AIDS research trials of new drugs and therapies. (2311 NW Northrup St. #105. 503-229-8428.) The Risk Reduction Zone, a program of Outside In, provides a queer safe space that offers HIV, hepatitis C and STD prevention programs; Internet resources; peer counseling; referrals; and support groups in a nonclinical setting. (1030 SW 13th Ave. 503-535-3895.) Social and Support Group discusses HIV issues for men at Quest Center. Meet other nice guys, share information and have fun. (7-8 pm Tuesday. 2901 E Burnside St. Terry 503-253-2292.) Swan House is a specialized adult foster care home for low-income people with HIV/AIDS who need assistance with personal care, mobility, medications or drug/alcohol/mental health support. (Business: 503786-4829. Volunteers: 503-234-0175. www.ourhouseofportland.org/ programs/swanhouse.) Tod’s Corner in Milwaukie provides clothing, household items, companion pet care, cremations and more to people with HIV/AIDS. Call to donate or for services. (503-349-4699. www.ourhouseofportland.org/ programs/todscorner.) Washington County Health Department provides free needle-free HIV testing services for gay and bi men at community health clinics in Beaverton and Tigard. (Beaverton: 5:30-7:30 pm Monday, 12550 SW Second St. Tigard: 5:30-7:30 pm Thursday, 15296 SW Royalty Parkway. 503-846-4965.)
»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 experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse in their relationships. Free, confidential and safe. (Crisis: 503-281-2442. Sexual and Gender Minority Services Program: 503-232-7805, ext. 3. melissaa@bradleyangle.org.) Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence 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 800-9270197. 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.) Kids on the Block Awareness Program, a service of Impact NW, is a valuable resource for the children, parents and teachers with topics like Preventing School Violence, Appreciating Cultural Differences, Making Healthy Choices and more. Visit kidsontheblockimpactnw.blogspot. com for more information. 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 workers. Foreign language translation is available. (503235-5333 or 888-235-5333. 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: 503640-5311. Business: 503-384-0480. www.sarcoregon.org.)
General Breathe Free, the Oregon LGBTQ Coalition Against Tobacco, provides education around queer tobacco use and advocates for tobacco reduction. (503-784-5813. r.e.szego@cascadiabhc.org.) Men’s Tantric Yoga 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.elementalhealing.org) Outside 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.org.) Pivot is a community space for men into men. We offer a variety of programming that is both social and educational in nature, a drop in space (that’s right, sip our coffee and use our WiFi for free, we don’t mind), and weekly STD/HIV testing. Oh yeah, free condoms and lube, too. Drop by. Get into something different. (Wed - Sat 3-9pm. 209 SW Fourth Ave. 503-445-7699. www.pivotpdx.org) Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette provides confidential and affordable sexual and reproductive 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, Wash. (888875-7820. www.ppcw.org.)
Recovery Center for Family and Adolescent Research offers free counseling for parents of drug-abusing youth 15 to 20 who refuse to go to treatment. Counseling is also available for adolescents 13-17 who have both substance abuse and depression, as well as for adolescents 15-22 who use methamphetamine. All of our programs are part of a
federally funded treatment study to help qualifying parents engage resistant youth in counseling, have a family therapy focus, and are free of charge. (503‑243‑1065. www.ori.org/cfar/portland.) 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. 503‑222‑6468.) 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 community 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.) Poz for the Cause, a 12-step recovery group for anyone 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 @ 503-916-9693 and Fred @ 503-805-5895.) Rainbow Recovery Al‑Anon 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. 503-292-1333, ext. 1. www.al‑anonportlandoregon.org.) Rush Hour Reprieve is an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. (5:30 pm Monday-Friday. 1210 SE Seventh Ave. 503‑772‑5213.) Sex Addicts Anonymous 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 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.) Survivors of Incest Anonymous (SIA) meets each Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Alano Club and welcomes any sex abuse survivors age 18 and older. Newcomers are welcome! (909 NW 24th St.) Sunday Over the Rainbow, 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 Triangle Project at Cascadia Behavioral Health Care is Oregon’s 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. www.cascadiabhc.org)
Sexual Axis is a free, two-session, one-on-one counseling program designed to help you take the stress out of safer sex and work toward reducing your risk. Help take the stress out of safer sex! Held at Pivot, 209 SW 4th Ave., 503-445-7699, pivot@pivotpdx.org The Multnomah County Health Department STD Prevention Program 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 insurance 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.) Pivot offers free HIV and STD testing for gay/bi/trans and all men who have sex with men (because we think that’s hot). All testing is walk in and done on a first come, first served basis. Spanish speaking testing staff available: Tuesdays 5 - 8:30PM (HIV/STD), Wednesdays 1 3:30PM (HIV/STD), Saturdays 5 - 8:30PM (HIV only). 209 SW 4th Ave. 503-445-7699, pivot@pivotpdx.org
»SOCIAL Arts & Music Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus rehearses Sundays at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Salem. (4‑6:30 pm. 5090 Center St. NE. 503‑364‑2370. confluence@aol.com. www.confluencechorus.org.) Creative Connection is a social gathering for gay men who are artists, writers or musicians 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.) Foreign Film Group meets every second and fourth Sunday to screen foreign films at various venues, followed by a group discussion. (pdxgayfilm@yahoo.com.) Motherlode Music Weekend. Spend Easter in the company of delightful women...play music, have fun, learn a new instrument. N.W. Women’s Music Celebration, April 23-25, 2011. YMCA Camp Collins, near Gresham. Registration available at www.motherlodemusic.com. Classes in guitar, marimba, drumming, singing and much more. You’ll love it! Questions? LMVogt01@msn.com Portland Gay Men’s Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers. (503‑226‑2588. www.pdxgmc.org.) Portland Lesbian Choir, a nonaudition 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 Director Kirsten Hart and assistant
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director Anya Lysak. Rehearsals take place at Ainsworth United Church of Christ. (6:45‑8:45 pm Wednesday. 2941 NE Ainsworth St. portlandlesbianchoir@hotmail.com. www.plchoir.org.) Portland Gay Symphonic Band always welcomes new members, from accomplished musicians to those who have not played since high school. (www.portlandgaysymphonicband.org.) Rose City Gay Freedom Marching Band performs once a year during Portland Pride. (www.rcgfb.org.) Rose City Swing is a traditional 16-piece big band performing everything from classic dance standards to contemporary swing. Membership by audition. (www.rosecityswing.org.) Satori Men’s Chorus 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 Pacific Islander Pride is for LGBTQ people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent in Oregon, providing safe and supportive opportunities to celebrate, educate and bring our communities together. (api.pride@gmail.com, api-pride.blogspot.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 monthly. (503‑972‑2233. www.pdxbadgirls.net.) Blackout Leather Productions is Oregon’s premier GLBTQ leather production company. We are proud to produce the Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather and Oregon State Bootblack contests, as well as LURE, NW Sash Bash, and other events. For more details, check out our website www.BlackoutLeather.org 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. (503‑684‑0305. mikkata@comcast.net.) Border Riders Motorcycle Club provides social opportunities for gay men interested in recreational motorcycle touring and camping. (503‑325-2204, brmcprez@borderriders.com.) Butch Crew PDX is a social group that welcomes everyone who identifies as butch/boi/macha/stud/tomboi/masculine of center/soft butch/bucha or any similar identity. Meet ups are the 2nd Sunday of each month at Q Center. Our core values are: Creating community, celebrating diversity & playing nicely with others. We don’t decide who belongs - you do. More information: ButchCrewPDX@gmail. com or find us on Facebook. 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) 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.). (503‑471‑1515. groups.yahoo.com/group/coqsure.) 50+ lesbian social group meets monthly. (4‑7 pm. 503‑642‑3360 or 971‑216‑1173. sutaytig@aol.com.) FTM Pacific NW OR & WA is a discussion 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 organization focused on growing, harvesting and storing food crops. Contact Tom Winterrowd, 503-263-2696, or gayguysgardening@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.) Get Off My Axe! is a lesbian RPG gaming group in the tradition of Dungeons & Dragons, d20, etc. We play various PG-13 campaigns as suits us, sharing laughs and kicking kobolds as we go. Dust off your geek armor and join us! (LynneMe2@gmail.com) Happy Ours Productions is a grassroots group dedicated 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. (503.764.9351, www.happyoursproductions.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. (503‑246‑5939. efraimlevi@aol.com.) Keshet is a social connection group for queer Jews and their spouses, partners, significant others and good friends, meeting monthly for potluck dinners and special events. (Ira Forleiter, iraf@spiritone.com, or visit www.gayjewishportland.com.) Lavender Womyn is a lesbian social group with chapters in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Corvallis-Albany, Rogue Valley, and Grants Pass. They organize several events throughout the year including potlucks, BBQ’s, bowling, bunco, game night, and more. (Visit lavenderwomyn.com or email Kim at support@lavenderwomyn.com for more information.) Lesbian horror movie fans meet at various Portland theaters to watch movies together. Contact kawfeelover@yahoo.com for more information. 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.) Les Couve Groove, a lesbian potluck group for SW WA. Meets the second Sunday of every month, 5-8 p.m. in members’ homes (except for May, when we meet the third Sunday to respect Mother’s Day.) For more information, contact us: lescouvegroove@gmail.com. Y’all come! Windandsea is a group embarking on the journey of bringing the Oregon Coast LGBT community together. Let’s get together and figure out how to enhance our coastal lives together, and have fun! (Commonwind@yahoo.com) Oregon Men Enjoying Naturism is a social organization for gay male naturists/nudists. Social gathering second Saturday of every month. (omenpdx@omenpdx.org. www.omenpdx.org.) PDX_FTM is a social group for female-to-male trans men and allies. (groups.yahoo.com/group/PDX_FTM.) PDX Gay Board Gamers meets monthly in Northwest Portland to play
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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. brunt1234@gmail.com.) Poder Latino is a nonprofit social community voice group for gay, lesbian, bi and trans people that reaches out to Latinos and Latinas 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.) The Portland Gay Men’s Garden Group meets once a month to explore various gardens and nurseries. Come socialize and meet other men who love plants. Contact Jim at 503-309-4342. 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 educational 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.) The Portland Lesbian Garden Club enjoys all things green, from the latest perennial or vegetable finds to yard design and container planting. We focus not on meetings, but on garden and nursery tours, plant/ seed exchanges, and holiday parties. All ages and levels of expertise are welcome, and for $10 a year you can have access to our entire website: www.lgcpdx.org. Give us a call at 503-909-2002 with your contact information to become a member. PDX Lesbian Network hosts monthly card, games, pool and bowling nights, brewpub visits, hiking, kayaking, backpacking, snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, monthly bookclub, etc. We also have an annual campout 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. Please find us on Facebook and request to become a member. 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: 360-254-1718 or 503-286-4613. 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. (11 am third Saturday. 1350 W Powell Blvd. 503‑667‑5575. ian@rainbowvista.com.) Relationship Gardening is a support group for single, gay men who desire monogamy. ($25/week, Call 503-348-0405 for pre-screening, relationshipgardening.com) 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. (rcdc@teleport.com. www.rcdc.org.) Sappho Social Club is a group of women 40 years and older building community through social and cultural activities. (thesapphosocialclub@yahoo.com.) SOMOS LGBTQ Latinos group is a welcoming social and educational gathering for GLBTQ 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 tastings 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.)
Physical Recreation The Adventure Group organizes a variety of activities year round, including hiking, walking, cross-country and downhill skiing, rafting and mountain biking. (PO Box 2201, Portland, OR 97208-2201. www. adventuregroup.org.) Amazon Dragons Paddling Club invites women 16 and older to join Portland’s only out lesbian dragon boat team. Be part of the fun and fitness with this dynamic group. (www.amazondragons.org) Gay Men’s Walking Group invites gay, bi and questioning men to stroll in various neighborhoods around Portland for fun, friendship and exercise. (10 am Saturday. Tom 503-984-4549.) Turf Girlz Golf Group. www.turfgirlz.com Lesbian Equestrian Group gets together for equestrian activities in the Pacific Northwest. (Denise 503-654-3865. Lynn 503-777-2339. kelrav@rdrop.com.) Out Dancing teaches dancing for same-sex couples at Ankeny Street Studio. Classes for different dance styles start each month: country, swing, tango, cha-cha, etc. Call for schedule. (503-236-5129. out_dancing@yahoo.com. home.att.net/~outdancing.) OutKayaking, Portland’s gay and lesbian sea kayak group, explores the lakes, rivers and bays of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. (www.outkayaking.org.) PDX Pride Bowling League is recruiting for fun games Friday nights September through April. (info@pdxpridebowl.com.) PDX NetRippers is Portland’s queer soccer organization with competitive indoor soccer, outdoor scrimmages, practices for all levels and regional tournaments. (Kyle bendoverbeckham@gmail.com. www. myspace.com/netrippers.) Portland Gay & Lesbian Bowling Association meets Sundays from Labor Day through Memorial Day at Hollywood Bowl. Drop-ins welcome anytime. (3:30 pm. 4030 NE Halsey St. Mailing address: PO Box 42034, Portland, OR 97232. 503-693-6261. pdxbowl@yahoo.com. www.pdxbowl.com.) Portland Gay Basketball Association welcomes all skill levels. (groups.yahoo.com/group/PortlandGayBasketballAssociation.) Portland Frontrunners welcomes gay, lesbian, bi and trans people of all abilities and interests, whether you’re a running novice or a seasoned marathoner. (Gary info@portlandfrontrunners.org. www.port-
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Youth Services Portland metro’s LGBTQ youth community is fortunate to have plentiful resources, support groups, social clubs and educational programs offered in the region. Through a passionate network of nonprofit organizations, empowered youth activists and a commitment to providing safe spaces, outreach and leadership skill training, the organizations that follow have put in the hours and dollars to help the youth community realize that they are not alone—and that it does get better. —Ryan J. Prado
SMYRC
The Trevor Project
PSU QRC
Sexual & Gender Minority Youth Resource Center 503-872-9664 + smyrc.org SMYRC creates safety and support for LGBTQ youth in Oregon through youth empowerment, community building, education and direct services.
866-4-U-TREVOR (866-4887386) or trevorproject.org
503-725-9742 or qrc.pdx.edu
PFLAG PFLAGPDX.org + ClackamasPFLAG.com facebook.com/pflag. portlandblackchapter PFLAG supports LGBTQ persons, their families and friends through love, understanding, education and advocacy.
TransActive TransActiveonline.org TransActive’s group for transgender and gender nonconforming youth meets every 4th Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at OHSU Richmond Clinic. E-mail info@transactiveonline.org for more information.
Portland State University’s The Trevor Project is a national Queer Resource Center 24-hour, toll-free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth.
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The Pride Project
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QPOWER is a group of young, motivated leaders committed to The Pride Project is a program fighting to pass the policies and for LGBTQ youth 21 and under elect the candidates that will in Washington County. bring full equality to Oregon. 503-260-5792 + prideproject.org
Outside In
Queer Scouts PDX
503-535-3800 + outsidein.org
“Queer Scouts PDX” on Facebook
Outside In helps homeless youth and other marginalized people move toward improved health and self-sufficiency.
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The Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network strives to assure that each member of every school community is The Living Room is a program valued and respected regardfor LGBTQ youth ages 14-20 in less of sexual orientation or Clackamas County. gender identity/expression. “The Living Room, Clackamas County” on Facebook
landfrontrunners.org.) Rose City Softball Association is Oregon’s largest sports organization for the GLBT community. With open and women’s divisions at all levels, RCSA plays slow-pitch softball games on most Sundays throughout the summer at Gordon Faber Recreational Complex in Hillsboro. Join a team or form a new one! (4450 NW 229th Ave. membership@rosecitysoftball.org. www.rosecitysoftball.org.) Rosetown Ramblers, Portland’s gay and lesbian square dance club, dances at mainstream and plus levels. (PO Box 5352, Portland, OR 97228-5352. www.rosetownramblers.com.) Ruby Red Flippers, a group of gay and lesbian scuba divers in the Portland area, teaches new recruits and takes dives in Tacoma, Hood Canal and other Pacific Northwest waters. (rubyredflippers@yahoo. com. www.rubyredflippers.org.) She Rocks, a supportive rock climbing group for lesbians 18 and older, organizes year-round climbing and training events chosen according to skill level. Monthly meetings are held at Bagdad Pub. (6:30-7:30 pm second Thursday. 3702 SE Hawthorne Blvd. www.sherocks.wetpaint.com.) Team Portland Tennis meets Sundays at University of Portland. All levels of play welcome. (8 am-noon. www.teamportland-tennis.org.)
»COMMUNITY Support Clackamas County PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) meets every fourth Tuesday at Atkinson Memorial Church in Oregon City. (7‑9 pm. 710 Sixth St. 503-341-3208. www. clackamaspflag.com.) Late Awakenings, a support group for lesbians who came out later in life, meets monthly at Q Center. (7 pm third Tuesday. 4115 N Mississippi Ave. 503‑227‑0605.) Central City Concern’s Women’s Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program provides employment and housing services to female Veterans who are homeless or in transition. Resume building, job search skills and general case management can help you in your quest for self-sufficiency! (2 NW 2nd Ave, 503-226-7387) Daddies and Papas, a social and support network for queer men raising children in the Portland area, offers play dates for kids, parenting tips and resources at Q Center. (10am-Noon, third Saturday of each month. 4115 N Mississippi Ave., daddiesandpapas@gmail.com.) The Dads Group is a social support group for gay, bi, trans or questioning men who are dads or want to be dads. Meets 7-9 pm the 4th Thursday of the month at the Q Center. For more information call Brett 503-310-4723 or Terry 503-697-7004 or visit www.thedadsgroup.com. Forest Grove PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) welcomes everyone to to its monthly program and support meetings at the Forest Grove United Church of Christ. (7 pm, third Tuesday monthly, 2032 College Way. PFLAG.FG@gmail.com. 503-232-7676. www.grovenet.org/WesternWashingtonCounty/pflag) Gay/Bisexual Men’s Therapy Group. This weekly therapy group is meant to create a safe space where gay, bisexual, queer men and the like from the Portland/Vancouver area can intimately discuss issues relevant to their lives. Our goal is to help gay men build intimacy and
trust in ways that facilitate interpersonal growth, depth, and connection. If you are interested in becoming involved in the Gay Men’s Therapy Group, or if you would like information about fees and the initial assessment process, please contact Dr. Rich Nobles, Psychologist Resident, at Portland Psychotherapy at 503.281.4852 ext. 6. Please leave a message and Dr. Nobles will return your call shortly. GLBTQI disability group brings together the GLBTQI community with physical disabilities of all types, and friends, for activities such as moviegoing, music, eating out and exploring Portland. (For information, 503213-3801 or pdxglbtqidisabled@comcast.net) 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.) Northwest Gender Alliance is a monthly social and support group for individuals desiring to explore and express another gender. (PO Box 4928, Portland, OR 97208‑4928. 503‑533‑8787. nwga@nwgapdx. com. www.nwgapdx.com.) PFLAG Portland Black Chapter is a place for Black gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people to come together with friends and family and support each other. Meet ups are the 4th Saturday of each month at SMYRC. 503.232.7676 www.pflagpdx.org, facebook.com/ pflag.portlandblackchapter Portland PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) welcomes all to its monthly meetings at First United Methodist Church. (7 pm second Tuesday. 1838 SW Jefferson St. 503‑232‑7676. www.pflagpdx.org.) Survivors of Incest Anonymous (SIA) meets each Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Alano Club and welcomes any sex abuse survivors age 18 and older. Newcomers are welcome! (909 NW 24th St.) TRANS-FEM strives to engage and unite anyone on the trans-feminine spectrum through community building, social events, and activism. Meetings at Q Center every third Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. (Flora.ivy@ gmail.com or AJFauna@gmail.com) Parent Access to Gender Expression Support (PAGES) group for parents and family members of gender non-conforming and transgender children and youth age 18 and younger. PAGES provides an opportunity for parents and family of trans youth to share their experiences with one another in a secure and supportive setting. PAGES group meetings are free to participating family members and caregivers. Childcare is available if needed. (7-9 pm, second Monday of every month. For information and to register, 503-927-7052, family@transactiveonline.org.) Tranz Guyz is a peer support and discussion group that meets at Q Center for people assigned female at birth but identifying as trans men/ guys, intersex, genderqueer, questioning, FtM, etc. Topics include medical and emotional health, coming out, “passing,” hormones and relationships/sexuality. (6‑8 pm third Sunday. 69 SE Taylor St. tranzguys@gmail.com; tranzguyspdx.org) Veterans for Human Rights is a non-profit Veterans Organization that promotes the full recognition and equal protection of active reserve and Veteran members of the U.S. Armed Forces. VFHR advocates for gays, lesbians, and bisexuals to serve openly in the U.S. Military. VFHR opposes all forms of discrimination and promotes patriotism. (971-235-
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7432, vfhr.org or Facebook “Veterans for Human Rights”) Gay & Grey is a program of Friendly House working to enhance the lives of older individuals 60 or better through education, advocacy, housing support, outreach and resource development. Activities include a monthly social on the second Thursday of each month, yoga classes, diversity trainings, and a host of other activities geared towards the attendees interests. For current educational and social opportunities call 503-228-4391 or mchamberlin@friendlyhouseinc.org
Political Radical Women are active in the struggle against bigotry and exploitation. Call us to get involved! (6:30 pm second and fourth Monday. 819 N Killingsworth St. 503‑240‑4462. rwpdx@igc.org.) Basic Rights Oregon (BRO), the state’s largest grassroots queer rights political organization, lobbies the Legislature, educates the public and works to end discrimination through election activities. (503‑222‑6151. www.basicrights.org.) Democratic Party of Oregon’s GLBT Caucus participates in policy decisions and outreach, recruits and supports candidates and delegates, and gives sexual minorities access to elected officials and candidates. (503‑224‑8200. www.stonewalloregon.org.) Old Lesbians Organizing for Change (OLOC), provides lesbians 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.) Oregon Log Cabin Republicans meet every second Tuesday at Hobo’s. Come meet other LGBT Republicans, enjoy food and drink, and discuss relevant issues. (5:30-7:30 p.m. every second Tuesday, Hobo’s, 120 NW 3rd, contact Chuck King for more information at oregonlogcabinrepublicans@gmail.com or 503-616-4549)
General 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 2,400 petitioners! Call Jen at 503.802.0494 to get more information & to take action. Babble-On Toastmasters, Portland’s most diverse Toastmasters club, meets every Sunday afternoon to have fun while developing communications and leadership skills. Laughter and applause guaranteed. Contact 503-330-2706 or visit www.babble-ontm.org for meeting time and location. Bisexual Community Forum is a space to meet people and discuss issues relevant to the bi community at The Deli. Everyone is welcome. (7:30 pm first Monday. 441 N Killingsworth. Laury 503‑285‑4848.) Deaf & Hearing Out Reach (DHOR) is a nonprofit organization 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 relationships who agree to co-create children should be given the same rights as heterosexual couples. http://www.myspace.com/doublerainbowfoundation. Elder Resource Alliance is a coalition of organizations 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. 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 $2.8 million in grants and scholarships throughout Oregon. (503-231-5759. www.equityfoundation.org.) Getting Bi PDX is a women’s group that meets for discussion, coffee and planning social events. ( www.gettingbipdx.com .) 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 Coffee. (11 am. 935 NE Broadway. nwvp@teleport.com. www. peaceveterans.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 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. (PO Box 4731, Portland, OR 97208. 503-516-2498.) Pride Northwest, a volunteer-run 501(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@pridenw.org. www.pridenw.org.) Q Center is a space that increases visibility and fosters a connection within Portland’s queer community. (4115 N. Mississippi, 503-2347837. info@pdxqcenter.org. www.pdxqcenter.org.) Senior Housing and Retirement Enterprises (SHARE) has closed their doors and turned their program over to Friendly House. SHARE activities and advocacy is now incorporated in Gay & Grey. For assistance or to get involved please call 503-228-4391. 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-1:30 pm. 1111 SW Second Ave. #1526. 503-823-0027.)
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