Shoutout

24/07/2025

A message of love as seen in Portland’s Pride Parade.

24/07/2025

IN THE NEWS
Washington County Caves

“The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution and guiding principles Tuesday that require county leaders to comply with state and federal laws while also promoting “access and opportunity.” The resolution does not mention the words “diversity,” “equity” or “inclusion,” an intentional omission as officials try to walk a fine line to preserve over $135 million in federal funds at risk under the Trump administration.”

After months of debate, the county board adopted new guidelines to try to preserve $135 million in federal funds.

23/07/2025

BEST OF PORTLAND!
And The Winner Is…

“We’re excited to announce that firm Owner and Attorney Michael Jonas, JD, MBA has been voted 1st Place Best Lawyer in Portland in Willamette Week’s 2025 Reader’s Poll!

This honor reflects many years of dedication to making business and nonprofit law more accessible, community-focused, and values-driven. From founding Rational Unicorn Legal Services to launching Narwhal Law and Business Strategy, Michael has spent his career helping changemakers build strong legal foundations and create lasting impact.

Thank you to everyone who voted and continues to support this mission. Your belief in values-based law helps us champion business as a form of economic justice and a tool for building stronger, more connected communities.”

23/07/2025

Bi Brigade!

Join the fun at this gathering of Portland's big, beautiful, diverse, friendly Bi+ community! Bi Bar is one of the longest running events produced by Portland's own Bi+ community organization, the Bi Brigade.

We get together every other month to enjoy great food and soft or hard drinks while we connect with each other and build community through conversation and camaraderie.

Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten Sensitive food options are always available.

We may occasionally feature performances and other surprises!

Friends and allies are always welcome (no one will check your bi-dentification card)! Rather than marking-off an identity exclusive space, we choose to center the family of identities under the Non-Monosexual umbrella. This event is for everyone who is attracted to more than one gender (or fewer than one - hello, aces). You do not have to use any particular word(s) to describe your identity or identify any particular way to belong in this community!

Admission is always free. 21+

NOTE: This is a social event, not a dating / pickup event. Please thoughtfully observe attendee boundaries. Given this location serves alcohol, it is recommended folks use public transportation, carpool with a designated driver, or use ride share options.

http://www.bibrigade.org/?

https://www.facebook.com/share/172b6RTrnx/?

23/07/2025

LGBTQ+ BUSINESS OWNERS
Heads Up!

“Oregon Pride in Business is starting to plan an event to showcase LGBTQIA+ - owned businesses for the fall of 2026, and we want everyone who's interested to be involved.

Please answer these few questions to inform the development of what could be a monumental celebration of q***r entrepreneurs, visionaries, service providers, artists, makers, growers and more in Oregon and SW Washington.”

Scan the QR code, click over to https://forms.gle/K51jWw2Lb75LRXZW9, or
visit here:

https://linktr.ee/orprideinbiz?

https://www.facebook.com/share/177g3bCa7b/?

23/07/2025

SAVE THE DATE!

Additional information coming.

23/07/2025

MILWAUKIE PRIDE
JULY 26

“Come show support to your LGBTQ+ community amidst these wild times! Free luna Ice Cream!!! Free music and performance art!”

23/07/2025

As Portland prepares to welcome the WNBA Fire back to local support and excitement let’s take a look at the historical implications of the league and its le***an fan base.

Today, the league largely embraces its LGBTQ+ fandom. But that acceptance was hard-won.

23/07/2025

CONGRATULATIONS!
Hip Chicks Do Wine

Best of Portland

“You did it! Thank you to everyone who voted for us for Best Urban Winery in this years Willamette Week Best of Portland Competition! We're Winners Baby! We also won 3rd place in the Best Winery overall category.

Seriously though we were honored to be nominated and we had some amazing fellow wineries as our competition. It's been a bumpy road in Portland with wine sales and traffic down not only for us but for many of our fellow wineries and tasting rooms.

When it comes right down to it we just want to get good grapes, make delicious wines and have you enjoy them.

We invite you to come celebrate with us this weekend and as a Thank You just mention Best of Portland or congratulate us on our win and get a buy one get one free wine tasting flight all weekend! We'll be open 2pm - 6pm Friday, 12pm - 6pm Saturday and 12pm - 5pm Sunday.”

https://www.hipchicksdowine.com/

https://www.facebook.com/share/172RtK5bTb/?

23/07/2025

COMING UP NEXT!
Oregon State Leather Contest

“Join us for an unforgettable celebration of strength, solidarity, and sensuality at the Oregon State Leather Contest 2025. This year, we're centering connection, community, and camaraderie—because in times like these, it’s more vital than ever to come together in love, laughter, and play.

As part of Oregon Leather Pride Week, we’re bringing the play back to our spaces—literally. From cigar socials and engaging workshops to the thrill of Leather Vegas and the joy of kinky bingo, the week is packed with events that honor our heritage, our kinks, and our chosen family.

Then, on August 9th, join us at Badlands PDX for the main event: the Oregon State Leather Contest. Come support our contestants, celebrate our outgoing titleholders, and help us welcome a bold new class into the Oregon State Leather legacy.

You deserve this. Take a break, embrace your community, and let yourself play.”

We can't wait to see you there.
In love and leather

The Oregon State Leather Contest Board of Directors

https://www.oslcontest.org/

23/07/2025

Albany Pride
Code of Conduct

“We know 99.9% of you are here to show love, spread joy, and celebrate with kindness—but to keep Albany Pride safe and welcoming for everyone, we’ve got a Code of Conduct and a zero tolerance policy in place.

This means if someone shows up with bad vibes or harmful behavior, they may be asked to leave or trespassed from Monteith Park. No exceptions.

Here’s what not to do:
Unauthorized loudspeakers or bullhorns
Threats, harassment, hate speech, or violence
Unapproved flyer or handout distribution
Disrupting performers, vendors, or guests
Filming/photographing people without consent
Displaying unrelated signage or banners
Smoking, alcohol, or drug use inside event area

By entering the event space, you’re agreeing to this Code and to hold Albany Pride (and our awesome fiscal sponsor, sponsors + vendors) harmless. We’re all here to shine and support each other.

Let’s keep it respectful, joyful, and full of pride!

23/07/2025

IN THE NEWS
Poison Waters

Queen of Portland—Doctor of Drag.

https://www.pdx.edu/magazine/news/poison-waters-queen-portland-doctor-drag?