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 …

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 …

Get out of your house, apt, condo, whatever... Are you in Portland? Come be social. Been here a while? New in town? 20's or 30's? Here is a group designed for getting together to enjoy events/shows/bars in the Portland area. Events include sporting, concerts, happy hours, and whatever else that attracts interest. Meet at bars, parks, professional sports games, rec-leagues, or anywhere that sounds fun. Be social. Come hang out. I'm also looking for people to help organize events so let me know if …

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 …

Portland has a large assortment of Asian Foods, some Americanized, some are a fusion of both, and some of them are more traditional. If you are a foodie or just a lover of Asian foods, come and join our outings and explore the Asian food scene in Portland and beyond! Note:  Member and Organizer etiquette is expected for participation in this group.  Please take time to familiarize yourself with these rules. Members -- http://www.meetup.com/Asianfoodgroup/pages/Membership_Etiquette_Rules_and_Poli …

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 …

Meet fellow Tequila fans in the Portland, Oregon area! Learn everything you ever wanted to know about tequila. Learn about the culture of tequila, the history of its people, its food and folklore in the company of other fun, passionate aficionados. Every one is welcomed from the novice to the connoisseur. It is free to join our club and we hope to see you at our next event- Please see upcoming meetups for more info. Salud! Clayton J. Szczech Experience Tequila Info@experiencetequila.com

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. …

Who are we? Collectively, we are part of the largest percentage of the population, born between 1946 and 1964. We are strong women who are re-inventing age, seeing ourselves at least 12 years younger. We know who we are and what we want.  We are generally tired of social scenes where we are not as young as most,  but, certainly not "old"!  We wish we could just hang out, relax, and have fun with others our own age. We are on TOP of the proverbial "hill", not ready to start going downhill! We are …

The goal of this group is to explore and experience the unique culture of Portland and the northwest. Think of it as tourism for locals. About 50% of the people on every event are newcomers to Portland or to the group. It's a great way to meet new people while enjoying new experiences. I host 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 (highli …

Are you an empty nester looking to meet new friends and start that next chapter in your life?  When my daughter moved on to college a couple of years ago I realized that most of my women friends were those I associated with at school functions, band functions, etc. and I no longer had as much contact with them now that our kids were off on their own.  So I decided to try and form a meetup group for women at a similar stage in life as myself to develop some new friendships.  I would like to sched …

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 …

Lake Oswego is a charming, family friendly, single friendly, dog friendly, retirement friendly, town where there is always some great public events and festivals going on, theater and movies to attend, fabulous restaurants and Happy Hours everywhere!  There is so much history here to discover.  There are fundraisers and volunteer opportunities, and of course the lake, river and many parks and trails to enjoy.  Singles and couples are encouraged to join, and if you think of something fun to do an …

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 …

I Love seeing Comedy shows. They are an affordable and enjoyable way to get out of the house and feel good. Laughter makes life so much more enjoyable! The purpose of this group is to get a group of people together to attend Comedy shows in Portland, Oregon and the surrounding area. If you like a good time, and Love to laugh, come join us!

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 …

Friday and Saturday night? Forget about it. This group will strive to create activities that fit the schedule of the restaurant employee. From late night happy hours to Monday hikes, we promise to understand that your hours are odd but it doesn't mean you have to be! Unless you want to. We'll take all types. We welcome anyone in any industry looking for off-peak-time activities. "So what do you do? Oh yeah, I wait tables too, no I haven't heard your band 'cause you guys are pretty new, but if …

We are a meetup group with you in mind. We welcome people from all age groups and want to meet friends that are like minded. We are not exclusive to any diet, but rather we encompass all lifestyles and we recognize that the world we live in functions best that way. Join our group to meet open minded people that share our same values.

This Group meets several times per month for either brunch, dinner or happy hour. I hope to expand to include other outings to include hiking, movies etcetera... This group is for anyone who enjoys eating healthy and spending time around other friends that are like minded and share same interests. Hopefully we can also do hiking trips and expand our horizons together. The focus is to be who you are in a nonjudgmental setting. We do not care about your age or physical traits. We care more about w …

Let's explore Portland's food cart culture together!

Every last Sunday of the month we are going to be meeting for Brunch and would love to have you join! What's not to love about Brunch?! Come, meet a few new people, explore a new place and above all else-- enjoy yourself! We plan on varying the location for Brunch-- have a favorite? Shout it out and we will go there!

Wonderful Wacky Westsiders is for folks who are 50+ and live on the west side of Portland. This is NOT a dating forum, if you are looking to "hook-up" for dating there are other groups for that. Are you 50ish and at a place in your life where you want to enjoy life and have fun with others of like mind? The kids are all grown and out on their own. The house is quiet and there’s no one to yell at? Then this group is for you. Wonderful Wacky Westsiders  is about meeting folks on the west side of P …

Nearly everyone has a "I drank too much tequila when I was in college" story, bad memories or aversions. And others, may go into a bar and be what we call, "try-curious" about tequila, but are intimated or confused by the many choices available. Tequila is such a dynamic, interesting, wonderfully rich spirit. There are so many excellent blends and for people who like fine wine or crafted beer, there are lots of similarities. Through tasting events, in a non-intimdating and welcoming way, we prov …

Who We Are: From food novices to epicurean gourmands, Portland Foodies always have a great time enjoying delicious food. Join us to share a meal with Real Foodies! It's just 2 bucks to save your seat at one of our communal tables. What We Do: We bring together Real Foodies around delicious food. Our events include restaurant excursions, food truck runs, food crawls, picnics, food festivals, food-related book launch parties, film screenings, benefit galas and more! Our group checks out restauran …

On a practical level, this Portland social group is for lesbian/queer and queer-friendly women who have vitality and a strong sense of self. I say "practical" because I realize that most people use meetup casually, to meet others and find things to do from time to time. But ideally, I'd like to manifest a village of warriors. To me, a true warrior of modern times is a strong woman who has a healthy relationship with power. She speaks her truth, walks her own path, lives by principle instead of c …

A Men's Vegan group in Portland, Oregon Soyboys is a local group of gay men who host monthly dine-outs and attend special events throughout the city. Soyboys have most recently had brunch at Portobello and happy our at the Sweet Hereafter. We love visiting the best vegan and veg-friendly spots around the city. Members can be vegan, vegetarian, or veg-curious. Please e-mail us at soyboyspdx@gmail.com to learn about our upcoming events! "I'd rather see you drink a glass of wine than a glass of m …

This is a group for professionals who appreciate Oregon Pinot Noir and are committed to supporting our local economy. You will experience the best of the Willamette Valley AVA."Oregon Pinot Hour" will showcase world class wineries and their award winning wines. Meet the producers and mingle with other professionals and Pinot lovers in your area. Our mission is to promote and support ALL things Oregon!