Do you like to learn new things? Meet new people? Play board games? Do you like to dance? Go to theme parties? Go to silly events or have a hot drink and good conversation on a Sunday afternoon? Are you a responsible, intelligent person? Then this group is for you! Join PDX Singles Gathering and let the fun begin! The purpose of this group is to meet new people in relaxing and fun environments.  Dating?? Friendship? Relationship? It's up to you! Join us and see where the new people and friends …

"Heal the soul first; then healing of the mind and body will follow." - Master Zhi Gang Sha Learn how to use simple practices to change your life.  In the past, only the top one or two disciples of a  master would be given these secrets.  Now you can learn these sacred practices and receive healing every week...right here in Portland.  To find out if these practices change your life, experience them. This weekly group  is led by Master Roger Givens, a Worldwide Representative of Dr. and Master Z …

This group is about helping Portlanders meet their deep inner yearning for more sensuality, more sexiness, and more connection. We do this by inviting any sex positive groups, events, or individuals to let the group know about happenings they may be offering or have heard about. Since the brain is the most important sex organ we have, this group is interested in, Stimulating ideas around sex, love, relationship styles, community, Erotic poetry, literature, and film, Classes and workshops. Sinc …

Playback is a theater of story telling in which audience or workshop group members tell stories from their lives and watch them enacted on the spot. Playback Theater is sometimes considered a modality of drama therapy. The purpose of this group is to gather a community of people who love: Playback Theater, Theater, Music, Dance, Visual Art, Improvisation, Entertainment, Creative Arts Therapy, Drama Therapy, Poetry, Healing, Catharsis, Consciousness Raising, Spirituality, Spontaneity, and Just Pl …

We're at a  place in our lives where we want to play hard and have FUNNN.   We're about making new acquaintances, some of which may evolve into true friendships.   Both singles and those with partners are part of our group Since age is generally a state of mind anyway, if you're heading toward fifty or over, it really doesn't matter. If you have a partner who also wants to participate, each person should become a member since some of our events do not include guests. You'll find our group welcom …

Singles over 35!  We're friendly people looking for other singles to do fun and exciting activities together. This can be anything from movies, happy hours, hiking, biking, kayaking, museums, comedy shows, dancing, eating out, karaoke, etc. We are a fun and fantastic group of singles! A great place to meet new friends and have fun! If you are interested in being an Assistant Organizer or Host, please let us know. We want everyone to have fun, meet new friends, and enjoy themselves with others. : …

The PDX 30s + SCENE is a social networking group for folks who want to Socialize, Carouse, Explore, Nosh, Enjoy Portland in the company of like-minded folks. Perhaps in common we are educated professionals; entrepreneurs; childless or proud parents; well-traveled; maybe new to town or simply looking to expand our professional and social circles.  We love adventures of the culinary and outdoor varieties.  Some of our activities include: dining at the latest & greatest new eatery; wine or beer-tas …

Outside of Argentina, Portland is perhaps one of the best places to learn this passionate social dance. Thanks to the many amazing Portland teachers, DJs, and organizers, the Portland Tango community is large, friendly and growing by the minute! There are milongas (tango dances) every night of the week, weekly classes, practicas, and workshops, as well as two of the largest Argentine Tango festivals in the U.S., one in February and another in October. If you want to learn and dance tango in Nor …

Connecting with great lesbians who want to explore Portland and make friends! From breweries to wine bars, coffee shops and bakeries, good eats, adventurous fun on hiking trails, biking, and paddling the local rivers, to movie nights and dancing!  Join with an open mind, respect for diversity, a kind spirit, and a willingness to explore! If you'd like to join, please provide a photo of yourself (not your pet or landscape please), in your profile. Thank you!

This group and these parties are for ANYONE who likes to make friends, socialize and dance Bollywood-Bhangra while doing so. Every 3rd Friday of the month the Jai Ho! Meetup takes place at BRANX in Portland. Come early before 10 pm to find reserved area for meetup, get our special drink Chai-tini & socialize with meetup friends. FREE Henna till 10 pm. Fun and easy to learn dance lessons with Prashant at 10 pm. Stay late to show off your new moves on the dance floor. ★ Jai Ho! Dance Party ★ Te …

Singles, singles, singles - if you are single and looking to meet the RIGHT person to date - this is the group for you!!!  Come on 2 years worth of first dates in 1 night with other singles in the area!!! Quickly see who you click with and want to see again for second dates! Come speed dating!!! Our Meetup group is designed for you to find dates with people you like!! Speed dating is the best way for singles to meet face-to-face in a fun, low-pressure, setting with other singles looking to date. …

Are you a city girl in your 20's to late 30's looking to hang out and have fun? This group is intended to get girls who live in the city to get out and explore all that Portland has to offer. We will explore restaurants, shopping, wine tasting, pedicures, trivia nights, and everything in between. From NW to SE, one thing's for sure, we will always have a good time! "My hopes are to create an embracing community where every type of portland loving gal can gather, be completely free in who they ar …

Just a fun way for those that like to cut a rug to get together and hit the dance floor. It's a great way for those just starting out and seasoned pros alike to have some fun, get some exercise and meet new friends! We have a great group of people that love to go out dancing. The group is very welcoming to both new and experienced dancers, we just love to have a great time. If you are a beginning dancer, there is no better way to get started than going out with a group. And the only way to get b …

The purpose of this meetup is for women to meet in circle to craft, create, pray, learn, read, eat, meditate, heal, dance, share and so on.  I am happy to hear suggestions from members. My intent is events, groups, circles, volunteerism, fun times, and more. More information to come.

This group is for people who are curious about TaKeTiNa, or who have already experienced it and want to dive deeper into rhythm as a tool for personal and social evolution. TaKeTiNa is a full-body, full-mind experience. It is simultaneously challenging and safe, and creates an atmosphere of no praise and no blame. No previous movement or music experience is necessary, and no drums are required. Participants come from a diverse array of backgrounds, ages, and interests. As you relax into learning …

Czesc! (Hello in Polish) We are a group of Polish language speakers who would like to meet up to speak Polish and learn about the Polish culture.

Do want to tap your deepest intuition, the parts you can't see for yourself? Are you curious about the Tarot deck, what the cards mean, and how to use them effectively and appropriately? Would you like to share your Intuitive insights and receive insights, in return, from a skilled psychic medium? If so, this is the right MeetUp for you. The intention of this meetup is to share Tarot knowledge so it is used effectively with care, to provide room for personal growth & clarity through the messages …

I'm a hostess, promoter, coordinator, and matchmaker by nature. Since moving to Portland, I decided to make my joy my job, which is networking people and making beneficial bonds. I love to dance and make introductions, so this group is for people (singles, entrepreneurs, newcomers) looking to make new connections through me from all the networking I do already. I'll share all that I'm up to, over the weekends and hope to make many friends make more new friends, and perhaps even fall in love. Sin …

This group is for anyone who loves live music in or outdoors, parks or Portland finest music venues. This summer we enjoyed 24 parks with Portland's local talent and it was an amazing experience!! Now we are switching our attention to Portland Great indoor music and fine wine establishments. This group is for anyone who wants to hear live local talent, dance, make new friends, taste wine and eat the best food Portland has to offer. There is no fee but some places will have a cover but if we brin …

Do you love to dance? Enjoy hitting the local club during the weekend for a night out? This group is for all ages, all skill levels, all backgrounds and all orientations.....come as you are :) We'll visit a variety of clubs and groups in the local area, including many different dance styles. Suggestions and event hosts familiar with a specific genre of dance welcome!

This is a wonderful group to join if you long to Do What You Dream in this amazing life. Be a part of a community that will lovingly support you on your journey of self discovery. We offer a safe space to explore and to grow. ***In 2013, we'll be featuring the writing and inspirations of many powerful books and authors including Tama Kieves from her new book "Inspired & Unstoppable: Wildly Succeeding In Your Life's Work ." Tama's first book "This Time I Dance" has been the catalyst for change in …

This group is only open to active members of the Mt. Tabor divorce support group. In the tradition of the Mt. Tabor group, Club D is not meant to seek a date. If you want to find buddies from our group to go on a hike, go dance, go to a concert, a movie, whatever: by all means: post!

Always wanted to tap, used to tap or tapped for years? This adult tap group enjoys tap dancing to a variety of more contemporary music using unique syncopated steps and rhythms. The main mission of this class is to have fun and let everyday stress go away. Beginners welcome (& complimentary orientations given), intermediate dancers will be inspired and advanced tappers will find enjoyment and challenges as well. Learn very "cool" routines. Classes run in sessions: fall, winter, spring with summe …

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This group is for anyone interested in dancing the 5 Rhythms in Portland. *What are the 5Rhythms®? The 5Rhythms is a simple, powerful moving meditation that anyone – of any age, size, or physical ability - can practice. There are no steps to follow, no choreography to learn, no way to do it wrong. The only requirement is a body that is still breathing, a heart that is still beating, and mind that is still curious! Just like light, sound or ocean waves, a dancing body when moving freely passes th …

 Explore the ancient and sacred art of belly dance in a supportive and fun environment! Each week, we will strengthen the foundation of your dance practice with a focus on learning core belly dance moves including: isolations, combos, choreography, and improvisation. No dance experience is required, just a desire to learn and build self-confidence, positive body image, and empowerment through belly dance. *This is a 6 week session and pre-registration is recommended. Class begins Wednesday, Ju …

We are an autism-centered social group, run by and for autistic adults, who do fun things each month like board game nights, disability-friendly swing dancing, movie nights, restaurant outings, and more, autistic style!  Any autism spectrum diagnosis (self or official) is okay. "Adults" more or less means 18 years old and up, although we don't check IDs; if you look close enough to 18, you're in.  We don't have an upper limit on age, so you may wind up socializing with people much older or young …

This group is for cultural creatives, integrative arts practitioners, earth lovers, rhythm-makers, the somatically inspired, and meditators of all stripes. We regularly host happenings that are dedicated to creating beauty and a deeper love for the self, the body, the other, & the mystery. Happenings are offered 'open bowl' style at Be Space in SE Portland.