“A classic is classic not because it conforms to certain structural rules, or fits certain definitions (of which its author had quite probably never heard). It is classic because of a certain eternal and irrepressible freshness.” Edith Wharton We read one classic book each month and then meet at a coffee shop to discuss it. Discussions are typically on the first Sunday of the month at varying coffee shops, are casual and enhanced by questions and analysis that members bring. Meeting attend …

… Wherever you are in life you are welcome to our group so come out and enjoy a great time of wine tasting, happy hours, movie nights, concerts, craft nights, coffee, Dinner nights, hiking, etc, and all in all a good chat with a good group of friends old and new.

Thank you for joining Westside Astrology Study Group. I am Jessica, your group organizer. Once upon a time I created another astrology group here on Meetup which I call Sun, Moon & Stars Meetup of Portland. In addition to that group I have decided to start a side-group here, especially for meeting on the West-side of Portland. to study and discuss astrology in libraries, over coffee, etc. That would be the purpose of this group. Sun, Moon & Stars will be more of a group f …

Meet other folks who love poetry or write poems. Each time we meet, at a local coffee house, we'll share poems that we love. Either from our favorite poets or from our own collection that we've written.

Meet other young (22-35) women in your community for friendship! Explore a variety of activities, food, shopping, coffee/tea, reading, arts, hiking, movies, wherever our interests take us! The goal is to help us young women find and develop real friendships with others in our wonderful community. To try new things, and to meet new people in a open, honest, and fun environment. So what are you waiting for??? Join and let's have some fun!

… Sun, Moon & Stars Meetup of Portland: http://www.meetup.com/sun-moon-stars-Portland/ Please feel free to join us on Facebook as well: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SunMoonStarsPortlandMeetup/   I have also created another astrology group here on Meetup which I call Westside Astrology Study Group  especially for meeting on the West-side of Portland. to study and discuss astrology in libraries, over coffee, etc.  Sun, Moon & Stars will be more of a group for socializing, while this group will be …

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!

… I love a good cup of coffee (Portland has turned me into a total coffee snob), good food and cooking, traveling, music, wine/sushi/cocktails, hiking, I'm somewhere between low and high maintenance (I'm super low maintenance compared to people where I was born, and mid to high maintenance compared to most people I seem to meet in my Portland hood??), my idea of camping involves a functioning toilet (and honestly, we haven't been camping since having a kiddo-- kudos to those of you that have! Plea …

… As per Brad’s suggestions in ESE book, I had coffee (without sweetener, milk) and diet soda today (diet coke). On the way home, I was thinking about having low calorie soup, but that strikes me as the camel’s nose under the tent. Seems to me that building up the “resistance muscles” is good by itself, and that giving in leads more to giving in at future times. Shakespeare certainly knew a thing or two about shaping up the “resistance muscles” and has Hamlet tell his mother, Gertrude, who feels s …

… To make sure that all who are interested have time to share their work and that we don't overwhelm the particular coffee shop where we meet, our groups are limited in size. My hope and intention is to combine fun with structure and commitment, so that there is a balance of each. Given that we meet as such a small group, it's important that I know how many writers to expect at each meeting.  This helps me to choose a table.  It also helps to make sure we don't have either too many writers for eff …

If you are a young mom(25-33) with young children (1-5) on the Westside, this group could be for you. I wanted to join a group to make new friends and enjoy some adult conversations while the kids are having fun. This group is focused on having a good time, being open-minded, having discussions over coffee or cocktails and spending time, with our kids and without. It's about making friends with women that have similar interests, even if they come from different backgrounds. Open to fitness, shop …

… We try to do lots of various activities such as going to the park, indoor playareas, Playdates at members homes, lunch or coffee dates, trips to the zoo and more. Maybe a monthly moms night out or family night at a restaurant or park. Lastly we want this to be a member driven group. Please help plan events by suggesting meetups, new places you have heard of, things you and your kids enjoy, or host a Playdate!

… Business relationships don't form during speed meetings and formal settings, no they are formed around coffee, food, laughter, stories, and a comfortable casual setting. Catch my drift? This will be for people in Network Marketing or Direct Sales AND those looking for an opportunity to expose their businesses to awesome people in the community. One person from each direct sells marketing company will be allowed. All will want to purchase products and services from our group members first bef …

Looking to make some new local BFF's in the Portland/Vancouver area?  Us too!  Which is why we have put together this fun little Woman's Meetup Group with a dual purpose in mind... Paper-Crafting (ie. for those who love stamping/scrapbooking crops, classes, & workshops!) BFF Outtings (ie. for those looking to make some new BFF's that love going to the movies, out for coffee, shopping, girl talk, etc!) The main goal of this group is to have fun and make new friends and we're excited to welcome …

This book club will meet once a month to discuss sci-fi or fantasy books voted on by members. We will choose from the list of 100 top picks of NPR listeners (the 60,000 who voted can't be too far off!). http://www.npr.org/2011/08/11/139085843/your-picks-top-100-science-fiction-fantasy-books Initially, we will meet at a public place such as a restaurant or coffee house, but may also begin meeting in homes if people feel comfortable with that. Meetings will be in the close-in SE Portland/Milwaukie …

… Events will vary from: karaoke, happy hours, dining, dancing, snow shoeing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, dog friendly events, movies, concerts, art museums, softball, flag football, bowling, pool, wine tasting, golfing, frisbee golf, rafting, camping, comedy clubs, educational classes, work shops, volunteering, coffee, day trips to various locations, ETC!!!! This group will cater to ALL types of activities. So PLEASE, join us.   If you want to be an Event Organizer and host events, PLEASE ASK. …