Hey there, Everybody!

I have had the honor of being able to write for OregonLesbian.com for a couple years now. The owners and I forged an acquaintance via Youtube that I've been grateful for because I get the opportunity to talk about all the Oregon (mostly Portland) stuff that I love and do.




I have now been living in Portland for almost 4 years and I LOVE it! I feel like I was born to be here. Growing up, I moved ALOT so it's relieving to finally have somewhere to call "home". I have recently taken my love for Portland and my excitement about what it has to offer to a whole new level... (Sitting on the edge of your seat yet?)

I have created a website about Portland where I get to talk all about the nitty gritty of the city from a Portlander's point of view. I am so friggin' excited about this! As of today (Sept. 27, 2010), it is still a little infantile but should be a roaring site of genius before you know it! I am most excited about doing a LGBTQ section that exposes our community, lives and things we love to do around Portland.

So, if you've enjoyed my articles or just want to support a fellow Oregonian, go over and take a gander... Portland Oregon Insider.

Thanks all my Queers!

-Jess

Lesbian Internet Marketing - Promoting Out Lesbians

Out Lesbian Offers Internet Marketing to the Lesbian Community. Out Lesbian offers Self Promotion Options and other Lesbian PR, Lesbian SEO and Lesbian Marketing Consulting Solutions to Getting you Found Online by Those Who are Looking for You.

Out Lesbian Marketing for your Lesbian Podcast, Lesbian Business, Lesbian Talk Show, Lesbian Realty Show (which you Should ALL be Doing), marketing your Out Lesbian News, Lesbian Radio, Lesbian Music, Lesbian Art - the Out Lesbian Network simply Promotes Out Lesbians to give Powerful Search Engine Marketing Support to the Out Lesbian Community that is the Best of the Best and stands toe to toe with main stream Internet Marketing No matter what your Out Lesbian Owned and Operated Business is.

Market your Out Lesbian Community, Lesbian Events, Lesbian Issues.. Expose the "Haters" - Promote You. whatever your "Big Fat Lesbian Agenda" is..

Out Lesbian - I can help you Get Support, Clients, Fans, Customers.. Readers..

Out Lesbian Internet Markting

Email me at Lesbian@OutLesbian.com
and Let's See What I can do For you..

Crystal
Lesbian@OutLesbian.com

Custom Maid GREEN CLEANING

*Lesbian owned and operated*

Keep Portland GREEN

We at Custom Maid value our environment and our community. For this reason we use all-natural products. How do we know they're all-natural? We make them ourselves! We use castille soap, vinegar, baking soda and a variety of essential oils making our products all-natural, non-toxic and hypo-allergenic. Also, creating our own products means that we're not giving our money, or yours, to big companies with shareholders that are getting rich on being green.
Keep Portland LOCAL

In the spirit of keeping things local, Custom Maid has made an ongoing commitment to buy products (oils, etc) and hire employees from the local Portland area. By feeding money back into Portland, we can all support our local economy, strengthening an already incredible city.

Your Customized Clean

Custom Maid has been fortunate enough to work with a top software designer to formulate a program that fully customizes your cleaning. This program keeps track of every chore in every room of your house with an accountability system so that you know everything you want done gets done. This system also keeps track of how long each room in your home takes so that we can constantly work to be more efficient. That's our commitment to our clients, a fully customizable clean!

The Folks at Custom Maid

Custom Maid was founded in June of 2009 by Laura Way and her partner Jessica Johnston. The couple was inspired by the community of Portland and how dedicated it is to fixing our climate by being green and keeping things local. They decided to start a house cleaning business in their spare time that held those same values as it's main philosophy.

Since the conception of Custom Maid, Laura and Jessica have been delighted by the reception of the philosophy. Portlanders love the concept of knowing what goes into every aspect of keeping their homes clean. The women have made profound connections with their clients and have deepened their sense of community, all the while, keeping their city healthy.

Both women still have day jobs but Custom Maid continues to grow. They have decided to start hiring local, qualified employees to help with new clients. Everyone on the Custom Maid team is excited about the success and future of the company.


Consultations are always 100% FREE!
Laura Way
(360) 624-8029
Cleanmachine.housekeeping@gmail.com

Kings For A Cause

Summer time is here again! The sun is out and shining. All the queers have poked their heads out of their dens to enjoy the season. If it's enjoyment that you're looking for, I've got something for you! 

KINGS FOR A CAUSE

If you enjoy drag king performances, you've probably heard of this international event. It's held the weekend of August 28th, 29th and 30th. Here in Portland we are celebrating BIG! 

The PDX performance will be held at the Hawthorne Theatre on Aug. 28th @ around 9pm. Several kings from the area will be preforming including:

River City Riders

Pheonix Da Hottie

Bruce TD King (Vancouver's Mr. Gay Pride 2008)

Max Voltage

...And many many more hot bois...

25% of the proceeds will be going to GLBT task force and 75% will be going to the Human Rights Campaign. Come join in the fun and help support your local queers!

All questions and comments should be emailed to pdxmajesty@gmail.com.

Haven Coffee

Who doesn't appreciate a good cup of coffee, a great pastry and incredibly good company? Well, you're going to find all of that and some additional fun down on SE Division and 35th Pl. when you visit Haven Coffee Shop. Take it from someone who has logged countless hours sipping Blackberry White Mocha's and surfing the free wifi, you won't be able to stay away.

The Stumptown Coffee and assortment of pastries from LOCAL bakeries (only) are exceptional however it's not just the goodies that make this place feel like a second living room to gay and straight alike. The baristas are friendly, intellectual and involved in the community loving to talk it up with the customers, often times becoming friends with the regulars. Also, a different artists work is spotlighted every couple months, for the creative types.

If you happen in on a Saturday evening, grab a beer (yes they have an assortment of beer as well) and enjoy some live music. Heck, stop in anytime to experience this little-known Portland gem. You might even get a glimpse of the Dale, the very busy yet thoroughly pleasant lesbian owner...

I hope to see you down there soon! Also, don't forget to visit their website at www.HavenCoffee.com

Women's Books - Portland

In Other Words Women's Books and Resources is the last surviving non-profit feminist bookstore in the United States. For the last 14 years we have offered a comprehensive and diverse collection of books, magazines, and zines with a wide variety of subjects, including: feminist & queer studies, erotica, sex & sexuality, trans studies, spirituality, herbs, and non-sexist children's books, to name a few.

In addition to books, we sell eco-friendly menstrual products, cards, stickers, buttons, and a variety of locally made crafts for all your activist and gifting needs.

In Other Words is more than a bookstore and has recently become a hub of activity—hosting a wide range of community events, meetings and workshops that include author readings, Spanish classes, writing workshops, concerts, art shows, yoga and much more. We also support many local progressive organizations by providing the space and outreach opportunities for community based activities and public forums to encourage dialogue and debate.

We also have a new resource centerdesigned to network and connect people to local services, classes, and organizations. Our resource center also helps people find rides out of town, roommates & housing, musicians & artists, and much more.

In Other Words is a volunteer driven organization—with more than fifty people whose dedication, diverse experiences, and time helps build and sustain the store and community space. The leadership is made up of primarily young activists who look to In Other Words for connection, community, and a political home. Our innovative program supports volunteers in taking leadership in a wide variety of ways—running the store, selling textbooks at local universities, organizing community events, building the resource center and much more!

In Other Words' Core Values:

-The individual and collective leadership of women
-Diversity of feminist perspectives
-Education and empowerment
-Social change through grassroots organizing
-Connections between feminist struggles and

other movements for justice & liberation

www.InOtherWords.org

Portland Oregon - Touchstone Coffee

Portland Oregon is said to be a mecca for lesbians. Portland Oregon is the most Lesbian Friendly city in the state and one of the most lesbian-friendly in the US.

In Portland the lesbians are apt to be anywhere and everywhere. We live in the suburbs, on farms and in the city. But you're likely to find the highest concentrations around SE Hawthorne Boulevard or near NE Alberta Street.

Touchstone Coffee, Becky Bilyeu, owner of this Lesbian Coffee House at 7631 Glisan St. This Portland Oregon Coffeehouse offers free wireless Internet access for your laptop.

Lesbian-Owned Touchstone Coffee House is located at 7631 NE Glisan St. (503-262-7613), fill up on organic coffee and join in craft night, tarot readings, astrology, knitting and good live music on Fridays and Saturdays.

Becky Bilyeu has created a comfortable, spiritual place to enjoy coffee and tea, and time alone or ... Touchstone Coffee House Portland, Oregon.

Becky Bilyeu a 41 year old Oregon Native, She is self employed as a coffee house owner and has been for 9 years and began doing art during that time.

Becky is a family oriented person and shares her life with her partner Frankie and their wonderful dog Sophie.

A self taught photographer with a natural eye to see the ESSENCE of the subject I am taking whether it be a person, animal or piece of natural beauty. Becky's True Bliss is behind her camera lense.

Check Out Becky's Blog at
http://SoulfulArtisan.typepad.com/

Becky's Photo Page at Flickr
http://www.flickr.com/photos/soulfulartisan/