Meet people of all ages who enjoy attending the opera, symphony or other cultural events around the Portland area. Whether you are an avid participant or a beginner, you are welcome. These meet-ups can range from attending the Portland Opera, Oregon Symphony, or the Met Live in HD and encore transmissions, to enjoying the company of others at select happy hours, dining, and other music and cultural events.

… This Group focuses on adventures of the culinary and outdoor varieties.  We enjoy: dining at the latest & greatest new eatery for Happy Hour (HH) or a full meal; wine or beer-tasting; flicks on the big screen at the park or theater; plays, shows, live music; exploring the great outdoors through hikes, water-sports, charitable walks/runs, zip-lining, etc; attending festivals, volunteering, and more. We expect respect and open communication; and we insist that our reputation continue to be easy-go …

Our calendar has monthly activities that include but not limited to happy hour events, outdoor activities, potlucks at members homes (what sets us apart : ), Bunko, dining out, movie gatherings, game nights, group trips, walking and hiking excursions, and any other fun activities we come up with.  We are a group of intelligent, active, positive, energetic women in their LATE 30s THROUGH 50s, who enjoy meeting new friends and like to try new things (Please don't write in asking to be accepted if …

The goal of our group is to explore and experience the unique culture of Portland and the northwest. What makes us different is that we are very active with at least 20 events on the calendar per month. Most of the events are done on foot, but some are simply showing up at a particular destination for fun. Events include: Dining and entertainment walks (highlighting great restaurants, happy hours, wine tastings and entertainment opportunities in the Portland area). Narrated walking tours of Por …

This group was started in 2005 by a lovely woman named Sheri who has decided to step aside for the time being and take a break from the Organizer role. We are an eclectic group that in enjoys dining and good conversation around Portland Oregon. We generally meet once a month on a weeknight at a local restaurant.   Note from Roianne: I was so sorry to hear that Sheri decided to step down as organizer. I have met such lovely people in the last couple of years I couldn't bear to see the group en …

Meet fellow Tequila Aficionados in the Portland Oregon area! Learn from the MEXICAN ACADEMY OF TEQUILA and the AMERICAN TEQUILA GUILD everything you ever wanted to know about tequila. Learn about the culture of tequila, the history of its people, its food and folklore while enjoyning great dining experiences and Tequila tastings in great restaurants and tequila lounges through out the Portland Metropolitan area. It is a fun way to learn about our favorite spirit while having fun and meeting ne …

This Meetup is for vegans, vegetarians and the veg-curious. We come from all over the greater Portland metro area, East, West, North and South. We do not promote any one political party or religious agenda, nor do we sell anything or recruit for other Meetups. Our group is open to singles, couples, and families of all kinds. We're here for fun, socializing and making new like-minded friends. In the past, we've posted volunteer events, outdoor events, movies, concerts, plays and author readings. …

Meetup locally with other people who like to cook. Trade recipes, tips, ideas, cookbooks, and discuss all the magic in the kitchen! We will also incorporate wine and occasional dining out at some great locally chef-owned restaurants too! You don't need to be a chef or a "great" cook to join the group.....just someone (or a couple) that loves food and creating in the kitchen! Because many of these events will be taking place in private homes, I ask that all members post a photo(s) of themself …

The Portland Blind Cafe meet up is for those who love The Portland Blind Cafe event and the idea of eating, connecting with others and experiencing music without vision. The Portland Blind Cafe is concert, a community discussion with the Blind servers and a dinner that is held in total darkness that happens 3 + times a year in SE Portland at Tabor Space. The intent of this group is to help connect The Portland Blind Cafe goers and explore further how this event or others like it can open peo …

… We may see a movie, visit a farmer's market, go to a wine tasting, or even take a short trip out of town.  Some recent events include card games at a sports bar, going to 7th Planet (a comedy club akin to Mystery Science Theater), seeing an IMAX film at OMSI, and going to a wood-fired all-you-can-eat pizza event at a local restaurant.  The main purpose of the group is to create a sense of community and I encourage members to express their interests and help organize events.

How long is your bucket list? Here are few I've knocked off and a typical trip that you will see in this Members Only Club: Hot air balloon ride in the Rio Grande followed by Champagne Brunch, Dogsled on the top of a Glacier in Alaska arriving via helicoper, Parasail in Ixtapa after beachfront dining, Horseback ride beachfront in Acapulco at Sunset, Ride a Gondola straight up 11 thousand feet to the highest snow covered peak in Bavaria, opting to ski if you chose, visit Neuschaunstein Castle in …

The Pearl District Social Hour, formerly Pearl District Happy Hour Junkies, is a laid back social group that meets on a regular basis in the Pearl District.  Our goal is to help foster friendships and community among our members.  We hold a wide variety of events on a weekly basis.  Events include happy hours, dinners, game nights, and more.  This is a low-key social group and great for those looking to expand their circle of friends and make new connections.

For the organizers of this Meetup, Glass Half Full is more than just the status of our drink glasses or a simple phrase - it is how we live our lives. There is always more to see and do in the world, more to learn, more friends to meet and more fun to be had. We always leave room for a little more, which is why we created the group Glass Half Full. Meetup has allowed us to make some amazing friends, learn more about the world and ourselves all while having a great time and we want to ensure that …

This Social Club is for British Expats, their families & friends to enjoy a good laugh, have fun and meet people who have our sense of humour. We meetup about twice a month, all Brits whether from England , Ireland, Scotland or Wales are ALL welcome of any age, location, background etc.   We won't promise to be everything to everyone but WELCOME new ideas and venues, we have found this works for our club. We have Outdoor events throughout the year weather permitting, see past events & ideas,  …

This is an active group of people to be actively involved and sharpen our social skills. The venues will be open for all members and all tastes.  Members are encouraged to suggest and "Host" their own meet up events for the group.  Maybe we'll throw some games or other fun stuff into the mix. Who knows, you might even make some new friends!

We are a group of enthusiastic outdoor people that are dedicated to exploring all the amazing things we can do in Portland and within 2 hours in any direction . Weekend adventures may include hiking, biking, kayaking, rafting, camping, disc golf, bungee jumping, skydiving, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and many others. The occasional weekday meetup would be a little more low key and local and may include dining at one of the many foot cart pods or local breweries. Ideas are open to suggestio …