This is about living food that can heal our bodies. There are so many raw/vegan groups and we are so much more. We have something for everyone including the raw/vegan and vegetarian, raw uncooked food, raw desserts, dehydrated food, raw milk, raw cheese, raw cultured buttermilk, raw butter, fermented foods, foods like in Nourishing traditions, sauerkraut, pickling, herbs, farm fresh foods, even the importance of finding local farm raised animals and how eating grass instead of grains are vital t …

If you like wine and food, this group is for you. This group was started as a place to find other people who want to learn about wine and food in a casual, fun, and stimulating setting. This is not a dating or pick-up group. We meet at least once per month at a local venue that allows us to bring our own wine. There are so many great places in and around Portland that are BYO/BYOB we can enjoy wine and food in a casual, fun, interesting, affordable atmosphere. I have access to great wine and I a …

This group is a network of Portlanders that support the permaculture lifestyle. We connect in real life for farming and permaculture events to share knowledge, experiences, and resources. We meet weekly to discuss the many projects we have going on in Portland. People meet other amazing people with survival and thrival skills galore at Bright Neighbor events. We discuss and move projects forward that help relocalize all aspects of life. We even have a worm farm CSA! On February 6th, 2010, Por …

50cc scooters welcome! This is a social club for scooters riders who want to group ride and experience all that Portland has to offer. We'll do in-town rides, check out local food and music, have a presence at local group rides (that we can keep up with)... and the rest we can figure out together. We're on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/316348151804524/

Permaculture is a design system for creating sustainable human habitats, in harmony with the larger ecosystems of which they are a part. Anyone can use it: starting where they are, with what they have. This group is a great place to learn about regenerative design, urban agriculture, animal husbandry, edible fungi, bioremediation, aquaculture, rainwater harvesting, local food systems, alternative economics, community living, soil-building, and much much more...

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 …

Welcome to The PDX Wine & Adventure Enthusiasts Group! Anyone of any level of experience is invited to join, whether you are newly venturing into wine tasting or you've been enjoying it for years! :-) This is a diverse group of people who not only love wine but also enjoy other adventures! We will get together for local wine tastings and festivals as well as go for hikes followed by a wine picnic, maybe head further out of town to the beach or Walla Walla for wine weekend adventures or attend sp …

This group does as the name says....breakfast on a regular basis...and other activities as well. Several times a month on Saturday, we have breakfast somewhere in the Portland metro area. Once or twice a month, we have a Sunday brunch. Occasionally, we may have weekday breakfasts if people are interested. "And then some" includes activities following breakfast or brunch, or other events that members may be interested in attending. We may see a movie, visit a farmer's market, go to a wine tasting …

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 …

Meet and mingle with local Japanese language and culture lovers! Practice your Japanese, learn culture, share stories, swap recipes, find the best restaurants or whatever. Join and bring friends. Since we are a growing group, event date/time and location may vary until we achieve wa... or find what works best for everyone! 18 and older and all levels welcome.

While we started out as a freelance writers group, we are now an inclusive creative community, who count amongst our midst a teacher, dancers, graphic artists, tech writers, actors and various hypenations, including writers with contract jobs. Our group meets approximately every three week for happy hour and dinner/munchies. Discussions range from chatting about what we're working on or not, new freelance opportunities (local or otherwise), our oh-so-crazy working life tales, to just spending ti …

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 group is geared towards business owners trying to increase their visibility, and beginning internet marketers. 2013 EPCC Co-Sponsorship We are proud to announce a co-sponsorship for this group by the east Portland Chamber of Commerce, which should go a long way towards ensuring regular events. The chamber has been around since 2003, and is dedicated to serving the interests of businesses on Portland’s sprawling Eastside, from the bank of the Willamette River to the City of Gresham. As the s …

Do you know what it means to miss *eating in* New Orleans? This meet up is for anyone who wants to celebrate the food culture of the Crescent City right here in Portland. Depending on the interest of members, I envision future meet ups to include: Creole & Cajun dinner parties with wine pairings at a nominal charge per person Potluck dinners Outings to Cajun/Creole restaurants around PDX Notices about Louisiana musicians performing in town/performances by local artists who play NOLA jazz

Meetup with locals who are interested in practicing the science and ideology of The Law of Attraction in an effort to attract abundance/prosperity; getting what one desires.

This is for everyone native and non-native Germans interested in joining for a hike, bike ride, jog, walk or maybe just a local get-together ("Stammtisch"). All skill levels are welcome. Looking forward to getting to know all of you!

ISTA - I Survived The Apocalypse. . . and all I got was this lousy T-shirt! Any one of several different types of catastrophes could potentially disrupt the shipment of food to local grocery stores, stop the flow of fresh drinking water or disrupt electrical service to your house.  If its a small scale event, these things will only take a few days to restore, but longer lasting inconveniences could spark civil unrest.  As people begin to run out of their own personal food and water storage supp …

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!

Are you looking to ride bikes in a social setting?  NumBumz is a Portland area bicycle group dedicated to creating socially oriented cycling activities. Our local group rides and NW cycling road trips all have a strong social component.  We offer group rides of all difficulty levels. Ride leaders describe each planned ride and post the difficulty level to assist members in choosing appropriate activities for his or her fitness and cycling experience level. Another difference that separates us fr …

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 …

Been looking for some great local huckers to go disc golfing with? YOU HAVE FOUND US! Every weekend possible (and weekdays as well), we'll visit local Disc Golf courses to get our fill of both the game and camraderie. Going out afterward for food/drinks is NOT uncommon, so don't be surprised! :) All skill levels are welcome, but this group is really for the folks who just love the game and want an excuse to get out and huck some more! Welcome to PDXcentric Disc Golfers Meetup!

This is a group to discuss the issues between science and religion. All religious faiths (and atheists) are included and welcomed. Anything that deals with science and religion is fair game, such as: -- Is there DNA evidence for evolution? -- Were Adam and Eve real people? -- Can Christians accept evolutionary theory? --- NOTE --- --- NOTE --- --- NOTE --- --- NOTE --- --- NOTE --- Please only attend if you are sure that you can share your views in a respectful manner. Some people are unable …

A fun, casual monthly meetup for fat and fat-admiring Portlanders. We pick a different restaurant each month, eat some good food, enjoy some sparkling conversation (you can sparkle, right?) and bask in the glow of a fat-positive atmosphere for a couple hours. Come join us. Who's welcome: Fat adults and fat admirers, singles or couples. Age 21 and over. There are other local fat groups that meet for activities, but they don't seem to do it with any certain regularity. This group was formed as a …

Ok, so once again I was lamenting over beers with my best friend that my old bookclub in Michigan was so awesome & I totally miss it... The books, friends, food, wine & good times. I love living in Portland & have met some great people, but I'm looking for the next awesomest bookclub! You: -Awesome! (any age or gender) ok, well over 21. -Intelligent -Enjoy good food & wine/beer or what have you. -Read the book -Have an interesting life so we have something to talk about after the book & the seco …

This Meetup is about becoming a responsible dog owner and becoming the leader. We will work on teaching basic obedience, socializing, dealing with reactive dogs, fearful dogs, dominant dogs and other behavioral issues. This Meetup is open to any dog, no matter what breed, size or age. This is NOT a play group or off leash group. *SAFETY* will be the FIRST priority. All dogs MUST be on a leash at all times. You must maintain a seven food distance between all dogs at all times. If you ha …

Are you a fan of jazz music (or other niche genres) or  just curious to know what it's all about and why we "jazzers" are so dedicated to the art (or somewhere in between?)? If so, join us as we explore the great music and more that Portland has to offer. I had originally created this meetup to bring out what I (perhaps mistakenly) considered a lost generation of jazz listeners -- namely, my peers in their late 30's through mid 40's -- but have decided to leave my emotional baggage behind :-) an …

This group is geared towards professional internet marketers, in house SEO's, and business owners who are actively managing their own online presence. It is not geared towards those brand new to the industry, but beginners are still always welcome. For a local group geared more towards beginners, try this one. What Will Meetings Be About? Here's a tentative list of presentation ideas for 2012: SEO 201 - External Ranking Factors Local Search for business owners, developers, and SEO's Competitive …