Every Tuesday, Local talent hides at the Sandy Toastmasters meeting. There are people in your town right now who need Toastmasters – but they may not even know it. Salesmen, businessmen, marketers, Youtubers, realtors, writers, and teachers. In fact, this is also for anyone that wants to promote themselves through effective communication, wants to tell a really good campfire story, or even just have a decent conversation with your spouse. We are committed to helping you change your life. We have …

Our purpose is to help you build your business.  The opportunities to rise above the noise of the competition still exist.  We explore these and help local business owners understand that it does not have to empty the till to drive business through the front door. Have Fun.  Make Money.  Help Others.

Restoring love is quickly approaching .. we will become more active here locally once .. we have got the basic's down in dallas .. so stay tuned .. we will be blogging from dallas .. and posting many stories of our adventures ... •When the Founding Fathers put to paper the dreams and aspirations of our great nation, they did so not only for the benefit of the citizens of their day. They understood that our rights and liberties are gifts from God and, therefore, apply to all mankind for all time …

We are the Local Chapter of ABC National. We are Wedding Professionals who like to network and pass referals. We Have monthly meetings, Bridal Shows & MUCH MUCH more we do

Welcome to the Portland International Adventure Travel Club! Simply put, this group is for people who want to make friends and travel the world. The group tries to Meetup locally in the Portland area to bring adventurous people together to talk about where we’ve been and where we dream of going… with the ultimate goal of traveling to amazing and adventurous places around the world with a group of other liked-minded people (see our events). As much as we are looking to find other adventurou …

The Portland Metropolitan Photographers’ Association is your local, non-profit, volunteer run association dedicated to supporting local professional photographers and promoting excellence in photography.  We are the local affiliate for the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).  The Association was begun in 1987 by nine founding members and continues as one of the most active Associations of Photographers in the Northwest with over 100 active members.  Dues are only $45 a year and, of cour …

Our goal as a chapter is to drive change through business. We strive to achieve this through leveraging relationships with like-minded professionals who can teach, inspire, and equip us for success in the world of sustainable business. We strive to relay our knowledge and experience with the local community as well. Our UO Net Impact chapter is involved in 4 events per term for a total of 12 events per year. Our events typically consist of a mixer with other local Net Impact chapters and like-mi …

Do you sell handrafted items? Whether you're trying to start your own business or have been selling your wares for years, let's help each other increase sales! I have high expectations for this group to become not only a close-knit networking and mentorship resource, but also to develop into a marketing entity in and of itself.  In other words, for "Made in Vancouver, USA" to be a directory of sorts for buyers to seek out locally handcrafted products.  I believe that people have a desire more th …

Knitting and crochet are fulfilling ways to create beautiful items. Sharing the love of the craft is something I seek to do. I enjoyed knitting at a local knitting shop in Hillsboro, but with a demanding career and a wonderful kid I found it hard to drive all the way up to Hillsboro on a weekly basis. The goal is to bring together local knitters and those who wish to learn the craft and share love on a regular basis in the Tigard and Lake Oswego area. I invite local knitters and crochet enthusia …

Like to see live music? But maybe you're new in town or your tastes run wider than your friends? Join us to catch some great live music in Portland. We like indie rock and pop bands that are doing something new, and we'd like to meet up with others who love new music. We'll be picking out live shows at local venues, and trying to encourage a bit of social interaction before the shows, to build up some community. Our tastes are pretty broad, so shows may range from indie pop to funk/R&B, world mu …

Calling all horse enthusiasts who want to help: "Local people helping local horses and their owners." This is a group of people truly making a difference in the local equine safety net. We will meet once a month on the second Monday of every month. There will be lots of opportunity to volunteer and also to take part in some great events!

THIS MEETUP IS CHANGING NAMES & ORGANIZATION: IF anyone would like to recreate the old name under a new heading they are free to do so and start new memberships all over.. the old name was www.meetup.com/forextrading-65 if it is that important to someone. However, the same meetings will happen here and new ones will be suggested and multiple dates will be suggested so members can now vote on what is more convenient and discuss possible mulitiple meetups a week if necessary so more interaction c …

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 …

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 …

The Northwest Creative Social Club is the Meetup Group for all creative professionals in the Portland, and Vancouver, metro area. It allows us to connect with each other socially, and professionally. The Northwest Creative Social Club supports the local creative community by promoting social connections, enjoyment, networking, and learning across all creative disciplines, and is open to professionals in the creative industries, people who aspire to make their mark in the creative industries, and …

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 …

Meet other local backgammon players. Be sure to bring your board! We meet at various local bars and restaurants - and are patterned after the Backgammon Tournaments that were so popular in the 1970's. We will also make sure there is plenty of general play-time for those not interested in a tournament format. Great for beginners to bring their skills up to the next level, as well as the more experienced players to play for big prizes. We Look forward to meeting you. Robert Joki (2009)

~~ Celebrating 4 years and 650 Meetups!! ~~ Alphabet Soup is dedicated to providing opportunities for Vancouver-area parents to develop friendships with each other and our children. We focus on a creative and inviting environment, utilizing local resources in Vancouver and our surrounding areas.  Our smaller size offers an environment where members are valued and the desire to develop growing friendships is embraced!  Members of Alphabet Soup enjoy inside/outside play-dates, meals together, fam …

This group is open to all those interested in voluntary sustainability/frugal living, sustainable development, green building, alternative and renewable energy sources, waste reduction and recycling, carbon-friendly commuting, composting, air and water pollution issues, organic living, office efficiency, and reducing toxins from your home (such as greener cleaners). The intent of the group is to provide a grassroots approach to living green. We’re here to act as a catalyst giving you the tools y …

We offer FREE paranormal investigations to your home or business. Information is confidential! ~YOU MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YRS OLD TO BE A MEMBER~ This is a group dedicated to learning and sharing what we learn. We respect the different styles of paranormal research. NOPI is a paranormal and haunted location research group. We go to a lot of cemeteries, but also local historical places that are supposedly active with paranormal activity. We do not do any spiritual cleansing rituals or ceremonies of …

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/

Do you love to dance? Enjoy hitting the local club during the weekend for a night out? This group is for all ages, all skill levels, all backgrounds and all orientations.....come as you are :) We'll visit a variety of clubs and groups in the local area, including many different dance styles. Suggestions and event hosts familiar with a specific genre of dance welcome!

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 …

If you are homeschooling in Clark County, or considering it, this is a great way to connect with other families for information, support, and activities. We are a diverse group, welcoming all families, regardless of homeschooling style, without favoring any method, philosophy or belief. The group is designed for younger homeschooled children ages 4-12 years old and their parents. Younger and older siblings are welcome too! Vancouver Homeschoolers not only provides activities for homeschooling fa …

We are a spiritual education foundation that sources people in remembering their Sacred Nature and to access their inner spiritual life through the Sacred Teachings of the Ascended Ones, the Great Master Teachers. We are guided by our Spiritual Director and Channel, Phaeryn Sheehan and at present serve local, national and global communities of seekers. We are open to any who are seeking a spiritual path and a strong connection with the Divine. We will have several offering for you to experienc …

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 …

This is a unique private group that is EXTREMELY serious about building an online, offline, mobile and relationship-based community, marketing and promotion through our growing social media platform and other tools.  We are NOT your garden-variety leads group! We're looking for Realtor (spot taken), Lender (spot taken), Insurance Agent(s) (PC & Life), CPA, Title Co, Estate Planning Attorney, Divorce Attorney, Will-Trust Attorney, Financial Planner (spot taken), Home Inspector, Appraiser, BK Atto …

This group is open to anyone (beginning to advanced dancers) looking to meet new people and Salsa dance in a fun and friendly environment! Salsa is a very social dance, enjoyed around the world. It provices the perfect opportunity to connect with all kinds of different people. Portland is lucky to have a very large, and ever growing, Salsa community. There are Salsa performers who perform and compete all over the US. There are great Salsa DJ’s and local Salsa Bands. There are numerous local Sal …