Working and playing with writing prompts is a great way to think out of the box, exercise your writing muscles, give birth to a new piece and/or enrich a work in progress.  My intention is for this group to be a place and space that provides encouragement and safety for new writing.  Writers of all levels of experience are welcome in this group.  It's not about creating a finished product -- it's about developing a practice, getting words onto the page, taking risks, and enjoying the company of …

… Exit on Canyon from the north, turn right at Canyon and make an immediate right at the first corner, which is 114th Ave, and proceed right into the shopping center a few feet north.  If you are coming from the south, when you get off the 217 at OR 8 & 10, proceed north to Canyon then take a left under the 217 and turn right at the first street.  If you are driving east on Canyon, you cannot make a left turn into 114th Ave, but you can turn on 115th Ave and snake through the shopping …

As women we take on many roles in our lives that keep us going busy-busy, which can be supper stressful. To keep up with our busy lives we have to remember to schedule in fun times with friends. That is what the East side gals are all about. We are a group of women who get together to have fun! This meet up is for women of all ages. It is for women at any stage of their lives, college or career, relationship or single, with or without kids. Wherever you are in life you are welcome to our group s …

Ready to expand your social circle? Need a low pressure, platonic, non-dating environment designed to bring pleasure to your personal lives? Is there something that you wanted to do, but did not have or know anyone to do it with? This is an activity group focused on bringing People together to develop friendships and enjoy good times. Make a suggestion! All ideas are welcome. Events will vary from: karaoke, happy hours, dining, dancing, snow shoeing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, dog friendly ev …

WHY THIS GROUP? I have a mission that all people are free to choose and free to live the style of intimate relationship that inspires them. What would that look like? You tell me... I foresee a world where all people are self-expressed and accepted, empowered to share the styles of loving that excite and inspire them, their relationships a testament to intentionality, communication, and partnership. How will that impact each of us? What will this require? I have my own notions, but I'd really …

There is Power in Knowing Who You Are! Share what is happening in your life. Join together for extraordinary conversaton and a powerful sharing experience. Connections, Love, and Personal Empowerment.  Tamera Stevents will be singing at our event.  Dr. Cynthia Harris will be speaking on the Powerful Strategies for Bouncing Back.  Cynthia Power Awards Recipients are LaNette Andrews, Norvena Dougherty, Mary Janay Harris, Bery Morrison, Renee Morgan, Joice Taylor, Linda Hornbuckle and Fay Coleman.  …

This group is for people that have started realizing there might be more out there than Atheism or organized religion but are not sure what it is, what it’s called, what it means or, most importantly, where to go from here. We are interested in Spirituality - be it - ESP, Hypnotherapy, Meditation, Astrology, Reincarnation…all general metaphysics. We are by no means experts on any of these subjects and that’s just the point! This group is all about taking a book on one of these fascinating subjec …

… ill, West Hills), or in the NE, who won't be judgmental of those who eat organic sometimes, and other times, well, don't eat organic :), Women who are interested in forming a new Moms group, making new girlfriends, meeting for lunch, going on walks, shopping, gabbing over dinner, pedicures, sharing stories and advice, supporting each other, setting up playgroup dates with our kids to parks, museums,each others' houses, and most importantly, there will be playdates in addition to many Moms only e …

  Why Join: We are a group just for women on the Eastside! (East of the river) Our group is private but open to all women this keeps our meeting times and locations private and only seen by members. To Join our group click on the "Join Us" button in the upper right section of this page under the banner.   ***Please finish reading this page first*** Our goal is to provide you with a variety of activities to help you round out your fitness and health, get outdoors (sometimes indoors), and to mee …

Thank you for your interest in International Gourmet Dinner Club.We are a group of non-professional chefs all with a desire to try something new. We try to meet up once a month to have theme dinners where group members who RSVP make something from that theme and bring it. The theme is determined by the Host house and it could be a country theme like Italian, get into the specifics such as Creole or be a Mac & Cheese cookoff. We would like to get a set group of people and have a good rotation of …

My name is Shelly, welcome to my group page! I took my first cake decorating class at the community center when I was 17 years old, and my mom bought me six tips and a little spatula. I kept that little kit for a few years, and then I discovered a supply shop, and made a cake with pink elephants for my husband's 21st birthday. I was hooked! From that early experience, I took other classes, practiced and learned from other decorators, and proceeded to master my craft. I went on to do special occa …

Through in-store learning events, community celebrations, the Local Spotlight on area merchants, our Connect Volunteer program, and a Discover Wall that promotes neigborhood happenings, it's clear that Umpqua Bank is the place to engage with your community! There's a sign in every Umpqua Bank store that reads, "Welcome to the World's Greatest Bank." This is not a tagline, it's a mission and a state of mind. It's a belief in doing good, not just doing well. It's coming up with the most innovativ …

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 …

Are you a city girl in your 20's to late 30's looking to hang out and have fun? This group is intended to get girls who live in the city to get out and explore all that Portland has to offer. We will explore restaurants, shopping, wine tasting, pedicures, trivia nights, and everything in between. From NW to SE, one thing's for sure, we will always have a good time!  "My hopes are to create an embracing community where every type of portland loving gal can gather, be completely free in who they a …

… Like thrift shopping? Was "Oxblood" a viable lipstick/Dr. Martens color for you? Are you aware of Yahoo Serious? If all you have to say about Pee Wee's Playhouse is that it's "weird," then this group may not be right for you. What I DON'T want is a group based on parenting style. Your choice of diaper/stroller/baby carrier/crib/cosleeping etc., is relevant only in the sense of what we can learn from each other. If you've ever given the cold shoulder to somebody for bottle/breastfeeding/using a s …

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!