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RESOURCE DIRECTORY

This resource directory was compiled from information sent to Rubyfruit Journal by our readers/subscribers and from business cards and ads published in the last 6 months. It is not intended to be exclusive or complete, nor a recommendation by Rubyfruit Journal.






BOOKSTORES
Antigone Books 411 N. 4th Ave. 792-3715. Antigone Books is one of the oldest and largest women's bookstores in the U. S. In addition to an extensive collection of books by and about women, we carry children's books, greeting cards, T-shirts, jewelry, journals, music, and more! Tickets for many events are also available here. Open M-Th 10-6, F-10-9, Sat. 10-9, Sun. 12-5.

BUSINESS SERVICES
Air/Water Purification

Allergy Vacuum Store 3455 E. Speedway. 319-1738. Hrs. M-F 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Allergy vacuums, electrostatic filters, water/air purifiers, laundry solutions, sewing machines. Ask for Bonnie Lee.
Duct Cleaning-Fresh Air Systems Michele Grondin, ASCS. 44 W. Sahuaro St. 624-2820. Hrs. 8-5. Indoor air quality specialist. Includes cleaning and decontamination of HVAC systems. Free advice over the phone!
Transformation through Purification 326-0597. Care about healthy water and clean air? FREE three day trial of the only air purifier anywhere certified for residential use. Great products to improve water quality for bathing and drinking. Marge Michael.
Auto
Automobile Sales & Leasing Gail Sprock, Sierra Auto Lease. 1902C N. Abrego/Green Valley. 520-625-5192. I can get a client any make or model of car or truck they desire-new or used.
Allstate Cabs 2641 W. Partridge St. 578-2714. Owner operator of taxi cab. Shari Burnham. Co-driver-Tim

Bilingual Communications318-9671. By appt. only. English/Spanish documents translated, professional, computerized. Anything translated: business, legal, personal documents.

Cleaning

The Queens of Clean 300 E. 6th St. 622-0077. Commercial and residential cleaning. Mary Higgins. Digital pager-770-0902.
Residential and Commercial Cleaning Service Janet L. Major-323-9016. Hrs. evenings. Established since 1982. Complete and custom residential cleaning with customer satisfaction guaranteed.
The Strand -2920 N. Swan Rd., Ste 118 (Plaza Palomino). 322-5114. A signature design boutique. Family owned. Denim to velvet. Petite to 3X.

Consulting/Training

CMR Enterprises 742-5665. HELP! Need help with your new toy? Consulting to add on or update? DonÕt have time to manage your database? Need sharp desktop skills to self publish your or your childrenÕs work? Both platforms. Many applications. Oh yes-and I do windows! Virtual and real!
DynaSet,LLC Mae Krueger, 5643 E. 6th St. 748-2830. Microsoft Access Specialists, building databases to track and report on your business. Also offering on-site training on Microsoft Office Products.
Harmony-Katz, Diane L., PhD. 6411 N. Treasure Dr. 544-0687. Hrs.-Flexible. Conflict resolution and organization development consulting.
RightSource Terri Burchett, 2830 N. Orlando Ave. (520) 325-7467. e-mail: burchett@dakotacom.net Hrs-vary. Business/Board retreats for teambuilding & strategic planning. Training design and delivery.
Strategic Partnerships 748-1769. E-mail: strategic@macconnect.com. Workplace consulting for instructional design, task analysis or training needs assessment.
Kibben Consulting 4301 E.Timrod, 325-8031. Hrs. 8-5.Individuals, small business and corporate coaching, training and facilitation; effectiveness, excellence, ethics, values, vision and life-long learning.
Sharon Youngblood and Associates 2817 E. Lester. 325-2181. Hrs.-8 a.m.-5 p.m.; by appointment. Management consultant.
Excel Communications Gail Sprock-Regional Training Director. 1902C N. Abrego, Green Valley, AZ 85614. (520)625-5192. "On line with the future."

Finance

Cushman Accounting 3300 E. Seneca. 322-6852. Elayna Cushman. Hrs. by appt. Bookkeeping service and tax preparation.
Financial Organizer-FMW, (Fran the Retired Banker) P.O. Box 42352. 327-8586. Hrs. by appt. Bookkeeping, budgeting, closet organizing, debt counseling, file organizing, notarizing, tax questions. Affordable. Got piles? Call Fran.
Insurance

American Family Insurance Kristi Frank Agency. 6737 E. Camino Principal, Suite D. 886-8448. Hrs.-9 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., Sat. and Sun. by appointment. Auto, Home, Life, Business and Health insurance at very competitive rates.
American National Insurance Debbie Scully. 4411 E. 5th St. Ste G, 881-5008. Res. 790-0217. Hrs. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.- 5:30 p.m.. Sat. & Sun. by appt. Serving all your insurance needs: life, health, home, auto, business policies. Great Rates!
Taxes-"It's Tax Time." 682-8325 (please leave message). Specializing in small business tax preparation and tax consultation.
Telephone
$0.19/minute long distance phone card No extra charges. 24 hrs. to all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Rechargeable. If you'll use it during your travels, I'll give you the card FREE! Contact Marge Michael at 326-0597.

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CHURCHES/SPIRITUALITY
Center for the Sacred Feminine 3400 E. Speedway, Ste. 118-130. 743-4138. Hrs. 9-7. Woman-centered spirtuality, goddess archetypes and herstory.
Cornerstone Fellowship 2902 N. Geronimo-622-4624. Gay/Lesbian-Friendly Evangelical Church where Jesus Christ is King! Adult Sunday School-9 a.m.,Worship-10:30 a.m., Wed. Bible Study-7 p.m.

Rainbow Interfaith Community of Tucson
A group of interdenominational churches that is open and welcoming to GLBT persons
Water of Life Metropolitan Community Church
3269 N. Mountain Ave. 292-9151. With God all things are possible. Worship-10:45 a.m.

COFFEEHOUSES/CLUBS/BARS
Bentley's 1730 E. Speedway Blvd. 795-0338. Open early morning to late at night seven days a week. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner all day. Cappuccini, coffees, teas, fantastic desserts. Espresso, mocha shakes, ice or hot mocha, etc.
Ain't Nobody's Bizness Tucson, AZ, 2900 E. Broadway, Suite 118. 318-4838. Open Tues.-Sun. 2 p.m.-1 a.m. Mon. 2 p.m.-midnight.Phoenix, AZ, 3031 E. Indian School Rd. Suite 7. 602-224-9977. Open 7 days a week. 2 p.m.-1 a.m.
HOURS 3455 E. Grant Rd. ( Palo Verde & Grant). 327-3390. Country western format.

COUNSELORS/THERAPISTS
Anderson, Irene-M.Ed., CPC Winterhaven Counseling Offices, 3210 E. Ft. Lowell, Ste.. 101. 327-2626. Hrs.-variable. Individual and couples counseling as well as mediation services. Areas of expertise include relationship issues, trauma and violence, chemical dependency and relapse prevention.
Brinkman, Bonnie-M.A.,NCAC, Certified Imago Relationship Therapist 5210 E. Pima St. 881-6111. Learn to develop passion and safety in your relationship. "Getting the LOVE You Want" Workshops. Ellington, Claire 792-6374. Hrs. vary. Short term, affordable counseling for singles, couples. $20-35 sliding scale.
Golden-Wolfe, Malka-Ph.D., MFCC,MFT 135 Kachina Dr., Sedona, AZ 86336 (Paradise Ranch). 520-282-9769. Transpersonal Transformation Therapist. Individual, Marriage, Family, Group and Crisis Counseling, Star Chamber Facilitator.
Goldman, Lisa-ACSW,CISW Certified Imago Relationship Therapist 792-2050. How To Win In The Lesbian Love Game-sessons weekly in the home of the facilitator.
Heaney, Elizabeth-M.A. 327-2626. Hours-varied. Counseling for individuals and couples.
Heyde, Christiane-M.A., CSAC,CEDS Northwest Tucson, 744-3566. Hrs. M-F, some evenings. Fees flexible and reasonable. Individual, group, couple and family sessions available. Specializing in eating disorders, trauma, relationship counseling, and addictions.
Hughes, Patricia-Inner Visions Counseling and Consulting Services-PhD. 2234 E. Helen St. 795-2872. Hrs. M-Th. by appt. Work with "victims who victimize" (i.e. physical & emotional abuse). Solution oriented: brief therapy. Substance abuse and pro-active family of origin issues.
Kibben, Roxanne-Counseling and Consulting-M.A., N.C.A.C.II 4301 E. Timrod. 325-8031. Hrs. M-F 8-5, some evenings. "Living process" facilitation. Addiction counseling, interventions, Employee Assistance Programs, corporate and community awareness (re; chemical dependency).Ethics, business coaching, organizational development and corporate training.
Kirkdorfer, Kathryn Kitty-M.A., N.C.C. 400 W. Fry Blvd., Ste.. 14, Landmark Plaza, Sierra Vista, AZ. 520-459-5909. Hrs.-10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs. Counseling and psychotherapy. Private practice. Individual, couple, and group therapy. N.L.P. and hypnosis for gays and lesbians.
Levy, Lauren-M.Ed.,CADAC. 5401 E. 10th St. 748-7429. Hrs. M-Th. 10-6. Focusing on areas of relationships, trauma resolution, grief/loss, life transitions.
Milici, Susan-M.C. 2929 N. Flanwill. 326-7445. Hours-flexible;days/evenings. Addictions, women's issues, sexuality; individuals, couples, groups. Affordable, sliding fee scale.
Nentwig, M. Ruth-PhD. 1161 N. El Dorado Pl. Suite 242. 298-6454. Hrs.- Flexible-by appt. Psychological evaluations and therapy for depression, relationship issues, healing from abuse and trauma, and work-related issues such as discrimination, harassment, burn-out, conflict and career change.
Novak, Virginia-CISW 2030 E. Broadway #214. 798-1229. Hrs.10a.m.-7 p.m. Psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of sexual abuse and trauma. (Trained in EMD/R,TIR,and TFT).
OÕDonnell, Pat-M.R.E. 3156 E.Glenn St. 326-8379. Hrs.-Mon.-Fri.; some weekends. Jungian counseling; women's issues.
Penn, Pat-PhD. Licensed Psychologist 520-326-2339. Hrs. by appt. Specialties include: holistic and psychospiritual approaches, trauma resolution, cognitive therapies, sleep disorders, women's issues, hypnosis, eye movement therapy, enneagram, mindfulness therapy.
Segall, Adrienne-M.S.W., C.I.S.W. 4721 E. Lee St. 325-1013. Weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. Specializing in sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Specialist in post traumatic stress and dissociative disorders including multiple personality disorder. Eating and addictive disorders; depression and anxiety. Comprehensive psychological services for catastrophic illness i.e. cancer and chronic illness and pain syndromes. Individuals, couples and family issues children; MPD group.
Szelag, Sandra A.-D.Mn. 2734 N. Martin Ave. 795-6876. Hr.-M-Th-day and evening appointments. Individual, relationship and family counseling.
Watts, Carolyn-M.Ed. 743-7207. Flexible hours by appointment. Sliding scale. Individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Building on innate strengths for positive sense of self. Issues of women, sexuality, stress management, parenting, life adjustments, aging and illness, grief and loss, depression, growth, caretaking of incapacitated parents, and coping skills. Traditional expressive art therapies, dream exploration, play, and movement.
Woodward, Shelly K.-PhD., Therapy/Clinical Psychology El Dorado Psychological Associates, 1200 N. El Dorado Place, Building F, Suite 640. 298-9746. Hrs.-by appointment. General Psychotherapy; specializing in lesbian and gay issues and in work with traumatic life events (i.e. abuse, war, natural disasters, chronic/terminal illness,etc.).

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ENTERTAINERS
Jamie Anderson, Tsunami Records P.O. Box 42282. Tucson, AZ 85733.
DJ Sister Jam Productions 795-4122.Professional mobile DJ. Top 40, Tex- Mex, Country, Oldies, Retro & Old School. Full party planning services available. Provides own lighting.
Dorthea Nobile 323-0103. Singer-Jazz, Opera, Pop. Weddings, memorial services, all occasions.
Jess Hawk Oakenstar 322-9450. Singer/guitarist/songwriter. Available for all kinds of public and private functions.
Lisa Otey 623-6869. Singer/keyboard.
Rare Breed 795-7078. Only Latin women's dance band. Plays oldies, country and Latin. Available for all types of engagements.
Martie van der Voort 750-0594. Available for unions, parties, custom songwriting. Specializing in lesbian, feminist, and original music.
Kathleen Williamson 623-6869. Singer/guitarist.

FINE ARTS/GALLERIES/STUDIOS
Arriola, Julia Benites-Sculptor 605 N. San Rafael Ave. 520-325-2181.
Goofy Gallery 2639 E. Broadway. (520)320-1488. Fun art and outrageous gifts at outrageous prices! An unusual eclectic combination of contemporary, folk and Mexican fun and fine art.
Visible for a Change-Lorraine Inzalaco 1437 E. Blacklidge. (520) 320-1917. Hrs.-by appt. Fine Art. Lesbian paintings, drawings, T-shirts, & greeting cards, magnets.
Visual Artifacts by Janet L. Major 5152 E. Peach St. (520) 323-9016. Hrs.-evenings. Producing unique S.W. lamps and commissioned pieces in oils, acrylics and pencil.
WomanKraft at the Castle 388 S. Stone. 520-629-9976. Exhibits, sales, studios, workshops, readings, conferences.

HEALTH/WELLNESS SERVICES
Bodywork/Healing

Charns, Nikki-Moving Spirit: Massage therapy, Reiki, and Healing Touch 932-5924. LMT, AMTA Member.
Ciuffo, Carla-Licensed student massage therapist 529-6813. No set fee, gratuities accepted. Home visits.
Desert Institute of the Healing Arts 639 N. Sixth Ave. 882-0899. Hrs.-9 a.m.- 7p.m., M-F. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on Saturday. 1000 hour Massage Therapy Certification program, 650 hour Shiatsu Certification Program. Therapeutic massage and Shiatsu by professionals and students.
Genesis Healing Services Sarah Tomasetti, 10004 E. Adrianne Pl., 885-0882. Hrs. flexible. Massage, counseling, spiritual direction.
Hall, Cecilia "Sis"-A.M.T.A. Certified Massage Practitioner 750-6001. Hrs. by appt. Doing massage for 14 years. Many different kinds including: Neuro-emotional Releasing, Cranial-sacral Therapy, Reflexology, Acupressure, Swedish Massage, Trigger Point, Muscular Tension Releasing, and Chakra Balancing Massage. Classes available.
Integrative Healing Rev. Judith Lee Cohen, 6411 N. Treasure Dr. 297-0877, FAX 297-2968. Hrs. flexible. Spiritual healer. Energy work, past life regression, healing and bodywork.
Kelley, Jeannie-Las Manos- L.M.T. 2936 E. Grant Rd. 322-0151. Hrs. M-Sat. Structural integration (aka "Rolfing"), massage and craniosacral therapy, reflexology.
Lavin, Elizabeth-Lavendar Touch Therapeutic Massage Licensed Massage Therapist, AMTA Member, 797-6172. Therapeutic massage, aroma therapy, Reiki, and stone therapy.
Latron, Caroline 882-6423. Shiatsu. By appt. Release from pains, injuries, & arthritis through acupressure.
Libby, Therissa, Mariel Healer 4301 E. Timrod St. 325-8031. Hrs. by appt. Mariel is a hands-on healing art in the tradition of Eastern arts. It is a gentle, powerful, heart-centered energy that creates health and freedom.
Paris, Marcia-L.M.T., M.Ed. 4533 E. San Francisco Blvd. (Swan & Ft. Lowell) 327-8320. Hrs.-by appointment only Mon.-Sat. 12 years experience providing Swedish, acupressure style massage. $40/hr., $50/ hr. your location. Also available for on-site chair massage. Available for presentations on "How to Receive a Massage." Shop easily...I can mail you gift certificates.
Ross, Sami-Serenity Massage Therapy-L.M.T. 323-6853. Hrs.-by appt. Massage therapy specializing in work with survivors of trauma and abuse. Serenity through SafeTouch. Therapeutic massage in a safe, relaxing environment; hydrotherapy; hot stone treatments and chair massage.
Shimek, Yemaya, LMT, CADAC, MSW-Women in Transition 578-5848. Reiki facilitation, stress management, experiential therapies, substance abuse counseling, therapeutic Swedish massage.
Synergy Massage Therapy 48 N. Tucson Blvd., Ste.101. 326-8641. MW FSat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues, Thurs. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Licensed and nationally certified massage therapists doing what we can to help you feel better. Tina Buchella.
Tizer, Lhasha-Real Help-Holistic Health Counselor 321-3670. Personalized program in diet, exercising, lifestyle management, stress reduction, meditation balancing the whole person. Acupressure, lymphatic massage, applied kinesiology, herbs, reflexology.
Tomer, Lavina E., L.M.T. 2749 N. Sparkman Blvd. 321-0386. Hrs.-Mon.-Fri. 9-5. Massage therapy; practitioner has 18 yrs. experience. Fee: $45; limited sliding scale and trade available.
Woelke, Pat, L.M.T. 2567 N. First Ave., 884-9438. Hrs. by appt. M-F 9 a.m.-6 p.m. or Drop-in M-W 1-5 p.m. and F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Providing compassionate massage to enhance total health and well being since 1991.
Chiropractic
Bella Eibensteiner 2009 E. Grant Rd. 795-6617. Hrs. MWF-9-5. Experienced in: auto injuries, neck and back pain, headaches, work injuries.
Teri Conners Speedway/Alvernon. 410-9955. Chiropractic as well as physical therapy. Limited homecare.
Metaphysical
Anubiss Hideaway-Tarot, Feng Shui, Astrology Sell, buy and trade new and used metaphysical books and products. Located in the WomanKraft Castle, 388 S. Stone. 629-9976. Linn Lane.
In Touch Botanica 2527 N. Stone Ave. 622-0869. Hrs.Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Herbs, books, candles, music, incense, oil. Caters to different religions and philosophies.
Phoenix & Pentacle Productions-Freya Ray 798-0187. Professional Tarot Counselor, using the Alchemist's Tarot and the Crystal Deva Deck. She also does Shamanic Energy Work and Ceystal Healing.
Nutrition
Energy for Life-Kirk Enterprises P.O. Box 1594, Sierra Vista, AZ. (520) 378-2163 or 1-800-927-2527x05804. e-mail: 103655,3227@compuserve.com The world's most nutritious food source. Add new life, energy like never before and the benefits of a complete amino acid profile to your diet! What is it? It's Super Blue Green Algae-the hottest (because it's the best) new food today. Call Liz or Kathryn for complete details. Independent distributors.
Goose Bumps Organics (520) 293-5540. The farmer direct organic produce delivery service of Tucson. TucsonÕs 1st and finest home delivery service.
Physicians
Autumn Holder, N.M.D. Swan Clinic of Natural Healing, 1001 N. Swan Rd. 323-7133. Specializing in gynecology and home birth.
Stacey J. Kargman, Naturopathic Physician 1601 N. Tucson Blvd. #37, 322-8122 and 3001 E. Frontage Rd., Amado, AZ 398-9363. Acupuncture-women's health-counseling-botanical medicine-nutrition.
Melissa Levine, M.D., Associates in Family Practice 2350 N. Kibler Place.325-5580. Full spectrum family practice including obstetrics. accept many insurance plans including some HMO's.
Ivy Schwartz, M.D., Carondelet Medical Group 1704 W. Anklam, Ste. 107. 622-5912. Family practice in preventive medicine, addiction medicine. Accept insurance plans and HMO's.
Anne M. Elliott, M.P.A.S. P.A.C. Certified Physician Asisttant Orange Grove Family Practice, 1925 W. Orange Grove Rd. #307. 742-0414.
Yoga
Kaur, Ramdas-Access Joy 1640 E. Copper St., 320-1335. Hrs. by schedule and appt. Individual yoga and meditation therapy; couple, family and individual counseling; group classes in Kundalini yoga.

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HOME SERVICES
All About Homes 6041 E. 23rd St. 748-9066. Call anytime. All phases of home maintenance, remodeling, and repairs. Also custom made furniture including refinishing and repairs. Peggy Karl.
Blue Denim, Inc. 5461 W. Idle Hour Pl. 743-9215. Service/consulting. Providing arrangements for home repairs, maintenance & construction.
Honey . . Do 4139 E. Desert Pl. 323-6621 leave message. Remodeling and most fix-it things. Floor and bath tile, counter tops,etc.
Linda's Paint and Repair P.O. Box 78583, Tucson, AZ 85703. Phone-327-8849. Beeper-770-5895. Interior and exterior house painting, general house repairs and roof coatings.
Mars Painting & Furniture Refinishing 297-1921. Repair, finish, & paint interior/exterior walls; restore furniture-18 yrs. experience. No job too small.
Milagro Women Inc. P.O. Box 44213, Tucson, AZ 85733. 325-3615. Hrs. 9-5. Non-profit construction company. Provide funding and materials and work force for non-profit/social services agencies in Pima Co. "Renovations for Social Services." Director-Moira Cassidy and Asst. Director-Ramie Fisher.
Mullein's Handywomon Service 903-1059. Painting, tiling, plastering, carpentry, plumbing, roof repair. Rates for every budget.
Navajo Rug Restoration 615-0575. Expert Navajo rug restoration and repair. 15 years experience. Free estimates.
Odd Jobs R Us325-2282. Roof coating/cool coating, plumbing, painting, carpentry, screened-in porches, door repair, door locks, decks, doggie doors, electrical. Gloria Schmetzer.
"Plumb Crazy" 727 E. Helen St. 791-9164. Seven years experience. Plumbing and gas repairs; water heaters; coolers. Janet Halloran.
Women Build Houses 206-8000 or 882-0985. We do not do the repair work on your home. Instead, we teach you how to do the work via hands-on workshops and classes offered Sept.-May. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing women's access to building skills and knowledge, and to promoting environmentally safe building. We also have a small tool library. Call if you want to be on our mailing list to receive the class schedules.

INSTRUCTION
French for Fun 882-6423. Caroline Latron. Learn French for fun, business, travel, etc. Conversation individually and in small groups. We'll cover everything you need to know.
Ski Instruction Dodie Orosco, Sunrise Ski School, 721-7544, Tucson,520-735-7518, Sunrise.

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LEGAL SERVICES
Day, Wanda K. 177 N. Church, Suite 200. 628-7777. Criminal law, personal injury.
Goldschmidt, Carolyn 33 N. Stone Ave., Ste. 2100. 520-622-5145. General practice, including real estate, personal injury, contracts, commercial law, litigation, wills and probate, community association, guardianship and conservatorship.
Liberty,O'Neill and Bibbens Pam Liberty, Nancy O'Neill, Lisa Bibbens. 1590 E. Grant Rd. 322-9003. Hrs.- M-F 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Divorce and family law, lesbian and gay rights, personal injury, and wills.
Lohmann, Carol-Tretschok, McNamara, Patten & Lohmann, P.C. 2343 E. Broadway, Ste.. 200. 520-622-2833. Hrs. 8-5. Law office specializing in workersÕ compensation & social security disability. We help injured & disabled persons get benefits.
Rowland, Marjorie H. 100 N. Stone Ave., Ste.. 602. 520-882-6226. Hrs.-by appt.
Schoenfeld, Laura G. Law Offices of Douglas J. Newman, 1717 N. Tucson Blvd., 325-2053. Hrs. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Williamson, Kathleen P.O. Box 77685. 792-3123.

MAIL ORDER
Girlfriends Mail Order E-mail to order. Website to see and order. Lesbian and metaphysical books, women's music, lesbian videos, pride items and jewelry, prints, posters, candles, insense, body oils, crafts, healing magnets and a whole lot more. Aura camera available for psychic fairs, groups, meetings. Call for details (520) 888-GIRL. http://www.girlfscafe.com or e-mail to girlfriends @girlscafe.com

ORGANIZATIONS
Assistance

Brewster Center 881-7201. 2711 E. Broadway. Hrs.-9 a.m.-8 p.m. (M-Th) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (F). Group and brief individual counseling for victims of domestic violence; d.v. perpetrator group; shelter for women and children. 24 hr. crisis heline-622-6347.
Information & Referral Services, Inc. 323-1303 (voice). 3130 N. Dodge.
National Organization for Women 240 N. Court Ave., 884-7630.
Pima County Attorneys Victim Witness Program 740-5525. 32 N. Stone. Hrs.-8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Call 911 after hours and ask for Victim Witness. Crime victim advocacy. Crime victims can call themselves or be referred by law enforcement agencies. 24 hrs. No fee for any services. Staff and volunteers have training in gay and lesbian resources. Services include crisis intervention, victim rights and court related information, referrals and victim compensation assistance.
Pima County/Tucson Women's Commission 624-8318. 240 N. Court Ave. To assist women in attaining full equality of opportunity in all aspects of life.
Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation322-6226. 151 S. Tucson Blvd., Suite 211. AIDS Hotline-326-AIDS. Information and skills building to help prevent HIV infection; human services to enhance the quality of the lives of persons living with HIV/AIDS; support the loved ones and caregivers.
Tucson Centers for Women and Children 795-4266. AVA Shelter 795-4880. Administrative Off. 795-8001. P.O. Box 40878. Hrs.-Shelters-24 hrs. Admin. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 24 hr. crisis line, temporary shelter, transitional housing, outreach counseling, permanent housing and therapeutic children's program to women and children victims of domestic violence. Community education and speakers also available.
Tucson Rape Crisis Center 327-7273 (24 hour crisis). 327-1171 (office). Hrs.- 8 a.m.- 5p.m. M- F. (Office closed 12-1 M-F.) Individual and group counseling for victims of sexual assault.
Tucson Women Take Back the Night 240 N. Court. 791-2799
Women for Sustainable Technologies P.O. Box 48, Tucson, AZ 85702. 520-690-6356. Nonprofit organization working to teach new ways of living that will create a more sustainable world. We believe women have a significant role to play in a sustainable future. Our goal is to educate and support women in being part of that future.
Women in Transition-Program of Travelers Aid Society of Tucson 622-3480. 40 W. Veterans Blvd. Program Coordinator, Anne Lauver. Up to one year of transitional shelter, case management, and life skill development programs for women who are homeless and near homeless, without dependents and who are either seeking employment or are currently employed.

Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender
Community Business Association (CBA) To provide forum to the Lesbian and Gay Business Community for the purpose of networking, creating increased visibility, and strengthen business relationships among Gay and Lesbian Business Community Members. To be a part of the CBA call Greg Hollman or Brad Sensenbach at 577-5999 ext. 1112 or visit their website at www.bonzo.com/CBA
Domestic Violence Support Group for Lesbians Who Are Victims or Survivors Meets Monday evenings-6-7:30 p.m. Confidential location. Rebecca Edmonds-pager#489-973.
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) 575-8660. P.O. Box 36264, Tucson, AZ 85740-6264. 1st Wed. monthly meetings-7 p.m. at Rincon Congregational Church on Craycroft north of Broadway. Provide confidential support group for family and friends in their effort to understand, accept and support their gay loved ones with pride and love. Provide support and encouragement to gay persons and their families during the "coming out" process. Provide education for individuals and the community at large on the nature of homosexuality. Work to dispel the myths, misinformation and stereotypes that society harbors. Support full human and civil rights for all lesbians, gays and bisexuals--speaking out and acting whenever necessary to defend and enhance those rights.
Pride Law Center 932-8676. Center provides gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people a safe pace to discuss their legal problems and receive legal advice. Should additional legal services be required, the Center will provide assistance by referral to a gay or gay friendly attorney. Holds monthly meetings on the third Monday at Wingspan, 300 E. 6th St. The Center is staffed by volunteer licensed attorneys.
Tucson Lesbian Cancer Project 884-7810. 738 N. 5th Ave., Ste.. 110. FAX-884-5205. Education, screening, and referrals for breast and cervical cancer. (Free cancer screening available for women 50 years and older-uninsured, underinsured, low income.) Directory with lesbian health care providers available.
Tucson Lesbian and Gay Alliance (TLGA) P.O.Box 40301, Tucson, AZ 85717. 622-3200. Serves both the lesbian/gay community as well as the general community by educating and increasing awareness of the gay and lesbian population and the contributions this population makes to the community at large. As a non profit group TLGA is dedicated to breaking down stereotypes and providing support to individuals and families. TLGA puts on Tucson's Pride Picnic-OUToberFEST.
Wingspan 624-1779. 300 E. 6th St. Tucson's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered Community Center features a library, information and brochures from the community a gallery, and a comfortable place to meet others and relax. Hours-11 a.m.-7 p.m. M-Sat. Closed Sundays.
Women Homelands
Saguaro Sisterland 12101 W. Calle Madero, Tucson, AZ 85743. 520-883-9085. Local affiliate of Sister Homelands on Earth (S.H.E.). Land trust community of/for low income wimmin, disabled wimmin, and wimmin with children. We welcome visitors. Please call for visitor information sheet before visiting.
Sister Homelands on Earth Inc. (S.H.E.) A nonprofit land trust for women. P.O. Box 5285, Tucson, AZ 85703. 520-883-9085. Our purpose is to acquire and hold land for women.

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PET CARE
Coyote Moon Karen Winkler-Barnes-682-8803 and Karen A. Rans-682-0957. Offers reliable, quality home and animal care. Rates and services based on your needs. Experienced with all types of pets and livestock. Licensed and insured.
Critter Sitters Pet Sitters and Grooming 4804 San Mateo, Sierra Vista. 520-378-1511. Hrs. by appt.-7 days. Pet and house sitting. Grooming dogs & cats. Doggie day care. Kitty Kondos w/ discounted longterm boarding. Transportation to airports & vets. Licensed, bonded, & references available.
Holistic Animal Care-Eastside 7334 E. Broadway (2 blks E. of Kolb). 886-1727 or 800-497-5665. Westside-4044 N. Oracle (at Roger). 293-6639. Hrs. M-Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-4. All natural dry and canned diets, home cooking ingredients, supplements, homeopathy and herbs. Health care, training books, and supplies. Special programs for allergies, arthritis, kidney problems, valley fever, and so much more! We ship worldwide. Free local delivery.
Tarsha KennelsTari Parish, 3161 W. Calle de la Bajada, (520) 578-5572. Professional handler shows show quality dogs in a five state area. I have a record of Best of Breed wins and group placements.
Zoom In & Groom In-inside Holistic Animal Care 7334 E. Broadway, 4044 N. Oracle, 886-1727/293-6639. M-Sat. 10-7, Sun. 11-4. Complete professional grooming set-up for those who want to have fun and save money grooming their own pets. No experience needed. Easy to follow instructions. All natural products. Non-toxic flea and tick dips. Skin care treatments. Appointments recommended.

Veterinarians

Dr. Kayla R. Boyer, Pets Plus Veterinary Center 4750 E. Grant Rd. 321-0277. Hrs. M-F 7-7, Sat. 8-5, check for Sun. hrs. Small animal medicine, surgery, dentistry and preventative health maintenance.
Dr. Candy Burton, Sahuaro Vista Veterinary Clinic 333 W. Cool Dr. 297-3313. Specializing in small animal medicine, surgery, dentistry, acupuncture and alternative therapy.
Dr. Paula S. Medler, Companion Animal Clinic 2626 N. Campbell Ave. 327-5763. Hrs. M-F 7:30-5, Sat. 8-noon. General practice: canine, feline, medicine/surgery, also special interest in dentistry/geriatric medicine/feline medicine. Acupuncture/Chinese herbal medicine available.
Dr. Barbara L. Swahlen, Cimarron Animal Hospital 7292 E. Broadway. 886-1125. Hrs. M-F 8-6, Sat. 8-12. Companion animal care, general practice, medicine, surgery, dentistry, microchip ID. Member American Animal Hospital Assoc. Major credit cards.

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PRINT/PHOTO/AUDIO/VIDEO
Audio

Tsumani Records P.O. Box 42282. Tucson AZ 85733. Contact company for booking Jamie Anderson.
Broad Perspectives Women's Radio Show 7-8:30 p.m. Sundays, KXCI, 91.3 FM.
Southwest Sound Productions 2534 E. Florence Dr., (520) 325-8968. Hrs. by appt. 32 track recording studio-CD packages, band demos.

Photography

Aura Photography-Girlfriends (520) 888-GIRL. Aura camera available for psychic fairs, groups, meetings.
Deb Wahlen 327-7107. Hrs.-call anytime. Commitment ceremonies, special occasions, unique portraiture, editorial, advertising photographs. (Photographs in Lesbian Kissing Calendar '96 & '97 and Uniforms, an Address Book. )
Heart's Eye Photography P.O. Box 85104, Tucson, AZ 85754. 883-3785. Beautiful blank notecards on nice card stock with desert, nature, flower, and lesbian original photographs; sets of 1 or 1/2 dozen with envelopes. Individual cards available at Antigone Books.

Print/Graphic Design

Red Horse Graphics Inc. Sally Rogers. Publication Designer. 3208 E. Ft. Lowell #105A. Phone 795-6985, Fax 795-2841. Hrs. 7-4 M-F. Business cards, brochures, flyers, ads, catalogs...all of your publication design needs. I turn your ideas into effective published products. Email sallyr@flash.net
Strategic Partnerships 748-1769. Graphic design/document construction. Email: strategic@macconnect.com. I'll create that stylized brochure, business card, newsletter or document. Word processing services are also available. Lisette Cook. Beverly Siller.
Desktop Publishing and Greeting Card Design Marylee Pangman. 722-0269. Design of any of your needs on paper.

Video

Time Catchers Video 320-1747 or 325-4328. "We turn photo albums into life."

PUBLICATIONS/PUBLISHERS
conMOCION 1521 Alton Rd. #336, Miami Beach, FL 33139. 305-751-8385. It's a Latina thing. A Latina lesbian magazine with a global twist. Activismo, erotica, identidad, interviews, cuentos, international news, poesia, fresh commentary, lusty love letters in Spanish, Ingles and Spanglish.
Rising Tide Publishers 888-1140. Publisher of lesbian books newly relocated to Tucson.
Rubyfruit Journal 1740 E. Water St., Tucson, AZ 85719. (520)881-0894. Monthly lesbian publication featuring commentary, calendar of events, classifieds, advertising, FYI, community contributions, book reviews and regular columns. Available by subscription, at Antigone Books and Borders. E-mail to akmruby@aol.com or lsdbruby@aol.com or normag@azstarnet.com

REAL ESTATE
Agents

Barajas, Colette-Realtor Associate-Rose Realty 532 N. 4th Ave., Suite 100. 520-882-0767. Provides residential sales specializing in re-location of gays and lesbians to the community.
Gross, Suzanne "Zippy the Realtor" 1937 E. Water, 325-7629. Heart of Tucson residential real estate specialist for family and friends.
Louise, Melinda-Sinclair Associates 1760 E. River Rd., #141, 615-9693. Hrs. 8-5ish. Specializing in property management (rentals) also condo sales and vacation rentals in San Carlos, Mexico.
Reilly, Joan-Long Realty Co. 6390 E. Tanque Verde, Ste. 2. 296-6285. Residential specialist.
Shepard, Sula Rose- Rose Realty 532 N. 4th Ave., Suite 100. 882-0767. Hrs.-9-5 p.m. M-F, 9-1 S-S. We facilitate the purchase and sale of ranch property, homes, commercial investments and businesses. We currently have agents who are family.
Wojcik, Ruth-Roy Long Realty Co. 6424 E. Tanque Verde. 886-7500. Hours-8-6, 7 days /wk. Sales of new and resale homes and land. Investment properties. Also property management.

Rentals

Apartment Rental-Rancho Robles Apartments 1170 Rancho Robles Rd. (off American Ave.), Oracle, AZ 85623. 520-825-9103. Hours- 9-5 daily. 1 and 2 bedroom apartments on historic spanish-style ranch in shady artist community. Take a drive up and introduce yourself. We are presently designing an intentional community and welcome individuals who are interested. Workshop space and overnight accommodations available. Catered, private-party space available. Call for more information

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SOCIAL/SUPPORT GROUPS
Bike & Hike Dykes-Social Group 2nd Tues. of each month planning meeting for events. Call Ann at 887-4941 or Christiane at 744-3566. Meets at Wingspan.
40's and BetterSocial breakfast the second Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. Recorded announcement of events and location call 321-8840. (after 5/1)
International Council of Crones and Grandmothers Conscious, joyous aging for women 50+. Annual conferences, newsletters and related events. Membership organization. Contact: Dr. Malka Golden-Wolfe at (520)282-9769 or email-iccghome@aol.com
L.I.C.H.E.N. Lesbians Interested in Communal Hiking and Education in Nature. Lesbian hiking/outdoor club. 318-4808/325-7513.
"LES-BE-SINGLE" Lesbian/bisexual single women who want to network, meet, socialize with other single women. All ages welcome.
Rainbow Families Social/Support Group. 3rd Sat. each month. 4 p.m. St. Francis in the Foothills Church, River & Swan, Rm. 31. All gay, lesbian and bisexual parents, partners and family members welcome. Family outings and activities.Craig 318-9348.
Theater/Dinner/Etc! Nonsmoking Lesbian Network-(520)883-3785. Meet women 35+ (flexible) and socialize in a smoke-free environment. Dinner and a show or movie the third Sat. night of each month. 14 years in New York-1st year in Tucson.
T-Squares Square Dancing. Tuesdays. Cornerstone Fellowship Social Hall. 2902 N. Geronimo. Judith/Joanne 624-5247.
Tucson Women's Walking Group Social Group. Monthly walks/hikes for lesbian and lesbian friendly women over 30 interested in creating a safe, drug and alcohol free environment. Call Pam at 744-9246.
Women for Women Breakfast Club Business/ Social Group. 7 a.m. every 1st Wed. Maxwell's. 327-8586.

TRAVEL
Agents

ARtravel 400 W. Fry Blvd., Ste. 15, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635. (520) 458-8110. Fax (520)458-797. Reservations for Olivia Cruises.
One World Travel Alexis Claire and Angelika Johnson, P.O. Box 1786/ 7 O.K. St, Bisbee, AZ, 85603. 520- 432-5359. Hrs. 10:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. Mon.- Fri. Full service travel agency owned and operated by lesbian feminists--WOW!
Ledbetter Travel Aida Cota-Halawani. 2780 N. Campbell. 323-6082. Specializing in gay and lesbian travel needs.
Trek 6451 N. Lena Pl. 742-2862. "Travel services for every lifestyle." Specializing in women's group excursions (white water rafting, golf, etc). Also airline, hotel, and rental car reservations.
Worldwide Travel, Inc. Jacqui Percious, 2900 E. Broadway, 327-5651. Hrs.-9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. ALL your travel needs- also lesbian Olivia Cruises and gay travel.

Bed and Breakfasts
Adobe Rose Inn 940 N. Olsen Ave., Tucson, AZ. 520-318-4644. FAX 520-325-0055.
Catalina Park Inn 309 E. First St.,Tucson, AZ. 520-792-4541. Open all year. Gay owned luxury B&B near the U of A and 4th Ave. shops, etc. All rooms have private baths, television and telephones. Breakfast is included. Rates-$90-$150 in season. Owners Mark Hall and Paul Richard. Email-cpinn@flash.net and website-http//www.bbonline.com/z/cpinn
The Huff 'n Puff-A Straw Bale Inn P.O. Box 406, Rimrock, AZ 86335. Reservations: 520-567-9066.
Montecito House P.O. Box 42352, Tucson, AZ 85733, 520-795-7592. Experience the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of Montecito House, my home, not a business. My B & B is a hobby, a way to meet people from around the world. Rates: $40 single, $45 double. Weekly rates available. Reservations recommended. Your host: Fran.
Paradise Ranch 135 Kachina Dr., Sedona, AZ 86336, 520-282-9769. Beautiful, safe, women-only retreat. Workshops and Goddess ceremonies available. Contact Barbara or Malka.
Destinations
C'n J Ranchette 2085 N. San Joaquin Rd., Tucson, AZ 85743, (520) 578-5679. R.V. space- hostel and room space to rent (live).
Pinetop, Arizona (520) 749-5691. Rental Condo-Sports Village-Immaculate 3 bdrm-furnished. Reasonable rates. Doris Abbott.
Spiral Journeys Ann Quinlan-(520)795-1919-Ireland and Wales-Private Celtic Odyssey. April,'98 and Sept. '98. (Max. 12 people)
Xochitl's-Women's Hostel/Coffee House Cholla Bay, Sonora, Mexico, (520) 323-9778. P.O.Box 28, Lukeville, AZ 85341. Full service restaurant and coffee house open weekends. Women's hostel open nightly. Kayak rental and special events for women.

Sightseeing Tour of Tucson-Old Pueblo Tours 795-7448. Tucson's top sightseeing tour. Join for a day and see the Tucson you may be missing! Six and one half hour fun tour of the "Old Pueblo" stopping at five major sites. Tours aren't just for tourists. Call for a brochure.

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