Favorite Queer Spots in Portland That Are Not a Gay Bar

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Sarah Shay Mirk

Sarah Shay Mirk was a reporter at the Mercury in 2008-2013, covering mainly transportation, sex and gender issues, and politics. They have gone on to make many things, including countless comics and several books.

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Favorite Queer Spots in Portland That Are Not a Gay Bar

I love gay bars too! But community doesn't need to revolve around drinking!

Sarah Shay Mirk

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