I have a passion for Nia! Nia brings a holistic, body centered, healing energy to the movement of dance. There is a joy that develops deep from within that can only be experienced once you try this fabulous form of movement. The purpose of this group is to find a new way of movement that stimulates the joints and muscles in a gentle and healing way. It is a way to connect with other Nia dancers who love the music and the JOY of the dance. Nia is for any BODY at any fitness level who enjoys the d …

Creative Crafters & Jewelry Junkies is a meetup group organized to inspire Crafty Diva's who love arts and crafts of all kinds and have different interests and passions to get together to create, share, talk and learn from each other. If you'd like to get together to craft, get inspired, and learn from others with a DIY aesthetic, then this group is for you! By learning from each other it builds all of our confidence in whatever we are working on! We will have open studio time where you can just …

I can't get enough of the tarot “treasure house of images”.  I can't help buying books about the tarot. My reading would be more satisfying if I had others to discuss them with.  Let’s meet up to discuss some of our favorite tarot writing, both fiction and non-fiction. FOOL The wise man hears of the Gate and studies the lock every day. The devotee hears of the Gate and tries to squeeze between the bars. The fool hears of the Gate and laughs. Without laughter the Gate would never open. Rachel Po …

This group is to inspire, create and teach others about the ancient paper folding craft called Origami. I have been doing origami for years and would love to meet up with some fellow folders for some creativ ity time. Also I am willing to teach anyone interested in Origami! So bring your books, ideas and paper and lets create!!!!

Chi is universal energy that can be directed by the mind. When we learn and use chi principles we can make use of a much larger potential normally hidden to us. This class offers training for learning the chi principles and applying them in many postures and motions so one may apply them into day to day activities. Chi training will also teach techniques and practices for chi development including breathing and meditation. Chi training lead to many physical and mental benefits including improved …

The Salem Digital Photography Group lets local photographers share their passion with fellow photographers in the area. The group provides many opportunities for growth as a photographer. Monthly meetings allow for discussions on the latest gear and software. Swap tips, techniques and share your images and stories. Shoot events encourage group members to get out and make photographs or attend workshops to hone your skills on all things photography related. The group is driven by its members. At …

Music is not a visual art. Survival Guitar is a method of playing that relies on listening and improvisation to help everyone play with more confidence and to create interesting and appropriate parts in a group setting. This meetup is an informal group class that will cover many aspects of ensemble playing--from tuning to theory, solo & rhythm playing, arranging, etiquette, and whatever other directions the group may want to explore. We will build a musical toolbox and fill it with all kinds of …

Welcome to the Philosophy Workshop. Philosophy Workshop is the place for exploring problems of philosophy in a cooperative manner, usually focused on a very specific subject. The goal (and the hope) is to utilize our combined knowledge and experience to understand ideas that are at times difficult and perhaps even entirely new to some participants. The  format of our meetings is as follows: 1. Introduction (20-30 min. overview of the subject matter) 2. Clarification of ideas/arguments 3. General …

We have real people in this group, and this group is about yoga. This meetup group’s purpose is to bring together Portland Metro yogis and yoginis who share the love of practicing yoga together, and sharing their experiences in yoga. Seva (selfless sacrifice - Karma Yoga) is encouraged, and also to help each other prosper always, to live in abundance and absolute freedom - Kaivalya. Raja Yoga is Bhakti Yoga, Karma Yoga, and Jnana Yoga. Hatha Yoga is a progression towards Raja Yoga. All yoga is …

The Portland Glamour & Fashion Photography Group organizes workshop events and group shoots, where amateur and professional photographers can shoot with professional models in a studio setting.  Our studio is in Beaverton (about one mile from Washington Square), and we provide professional lighting, backdrops, and props to photograph models primarily in the glamour and fashion style.  Our group is open to professional photographers, experienced amateurs, and novices, as well as models, hair styl …

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 …

Are you letting the number on your scale or the size of your pants determine how big your smile is? Do you want to go deeper then calories and a scale to lose your weight? Are you looking for authentic connections with others going through the same thing? Do you want to be seen and heard? Are you willing to work on yourself from the inside out? Do you want to have fun? This group is a weight loss lifestyle (no judgment) community. Maintaining a healthy weight takes daily awareness. Diets are tem …

Let's get together and bring our charts and our favorite study materials to help us better understand astrology and its effects on us! This group's focus is mostly around studying, reading, sharing and comparing charts, books and other information used to better understand astrology and its concepts. Those joining this group should have some base of knowledge, although I encourage those who still consider themselves "beginners" to definitely come and be a part of! This is not a group focused on …

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 …

Reiki share practice circles on NE Alberta Street Arts District for those already attuned Reiki I or higher. We use Diane Stein's "Essential Reiki" as our foundation reference. If you are seeking others with whom to regularly practice and deepen your Reiki skills, and to do so in a safe setting, this is for you. Facilitated by Kevin Marshall, M.Ed., Reiki Master (aka Mister Reiki) who has facilitated over 50 Reiki Circle events, and participated in over 100.  Co-Facilitated by Trisha Mick, Usui …

This is a group to study and discuss the teachings of Jesus and Rev. Moon and how they relate to the 21st Century population.

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 …

Welcome to rose city furmeet, the purpose of this group is to get some furries in the area to have meets and make new friends. this group is set up in such a way that you as a member reserve the right to post up things and events you wish to do as a group, from just having lunch at a restaurant all the way to planning a Camping trip for a few days! My Partner and I take pride in keeping this group active and minimizing the negativity such as; Local drama or trolling that seem to keep people who …