I want to create an environment where groups of young ladies (20s-30s) can share their love of reading in a safe and enjoyable setting. I am always looking for new people to share my interest in reading with and am looking forward to beginning a new group in which to do this! (This was from the original organizer, but the sentiment stands...so, there ya go.) Books are selected entirely online in a discussion board format along with a poll. Members are welcome to suggest books and vote for their …

Too many books, to little time to read what a book group wants you to read. Right? But you still want to share the books you love, yes? This is the book group for you. First, we pair up, and each person gets 5 mins. to tell the other one about one of their favorite reads. After 10 mins., we switch bookpals. Lather, rinse, repeat. After 3 rounds (30 mins), we get to mingle freely. We'll also put everyone's book title and name on a board to stir up further intrigue. Optional: Scribble or send a tw …

On May 14, Gilad Atzmon is visiting Portland, playing on KMHD, and hosting a meeting, "Jazz is my Jihad", at E Portland Community Center, 740 SE 106th Ave, 6:30 pm. He is one of the world's leading jazz musicians, but is only beginning to get known in the USA. Born in Israel, he has become one of its most effective critics. His latest album: https://www.facebook.com/gilad.atzmon.music "Songs of the Metropolis". His latest book: "The Wandering Who", http://www.gilad.co.uk/the-wandering-who, John …

Is there a book banging around in your head that needs to get written? Are you already writing a book and you want support? Do you have a finished book and you want help with what to do next? Then this is your group. Linda Stirling is the group moderator and she has seven published books, has co-owned a publishing company, was the executive editor of another publishing company, and she has taught creative writing through colleges and writers' groups. No one is too much a novice to participate! E …

I'd been searching for a group in or around Camas that did things that I love to do. I love reading, watching movies, eating great food and drinking wine. Pretty simple, right? As for food: I love everything...so dinners out is a definite. Wine: red or white is all right with me. Cabernet's are my fave! Movies: I'm a twi-hard (so sue me) but I loooove going to see a new movie with gal pals. Books: I have to admit, I'm a read-a-holic!!!! We'll have a monthly meetup to discuss a good book. We'll e …

“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 attendees …

Join me in learning how to practice a compassionate life based on the vision of The Charter for Compassion and Karen Armstrong through a book study of "Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life". This will be an ongoing study and support group around building a life of compassion - both personally and in our greater community. The Charter for Compassion is a document that transcends religious, ideological, and national differences. Supported by leading thinkers from many traditions, the Charter activ …

Setup like a book club, we select one movie and meet to watch and then discuss the film. We prefer a variety of new and old films; which means we will meet at movie theaters, private homes and special locations for screenings. The group meets at predetermined location for a particular film. Come to one or come to them all. There is no requirement to attend all meetings. Movies and views are diverse. It is always a great time to meet new people and to simply get to 'see' Portland in its finest. T …

This is a private book group that meets the first Thursday of every month. Membership is by invitation only and is comprised of a group of friends who live in the Parkrose Community. Membership is NOT open to the public.  We are currently full and not accepting new members.

Without continuous innovation, your business will die. As a founder, CEO, or innovator, you're always trying to find and execute on the strategies, principles, and processes that can give you an edge over the competition. The goal of this group is to give some structure and accountability to that education. Every month, we pick a new online course/book/text book/video/lecture, learn the materials, systematically test them within our own businesses, and share the results. We'll cover topics in bo …

This group is for anyone already involved with Project Life by Becky Higgins and/or Smash Books by K&Company. We will likely meet once a month, and alternate PL and Smash every other meeting. This is your opportunity to bring your books/supplies and get some real work done while learning tips from others, share your stash, etc. Looking forward to meeting some like minded individuals to share in this obsession of mine! About Me - I'm 31, Open Minded, love Homeschooling, Girl Scouts, Yoga, Gardeni …

Many years ago I was inspired by author Julia Cameron to begin writing what she calls Morning Pages. I began that daily practice in 1992 and continue to benefit from it. I have written my way through numerous moves, travel, divorce, interesting relationships, death and all manner of life in between. Writing has been my constant along the way. Writing opens the door to all other kinds of creative expression. Writing is a way in and a way out. It opens doors and windows to creativity. It carries y …

We are a community of individuals committed to Insight Meditation practice and we meditate together as a way of strengthening our practice and keeping ourselves grounded amidst our busy lives.   Spending time both in silence and in interaction with like-minded individuals is a core value of this group.  We are a sangha, the term the Buddha used in describing a group such as ours.  Our weekly meetings are the spark that keeps our practice strong and we come not only to support our own practice bu …

Camas Washougal Indoor Play Park (CWIPP) is a Parent/Guardian Cooperative which provides a low cost indoor playground for children from infancy through kindergarten. WHY JOIN THE INDOOR PLAY PARK? -Warm, dry, safe and secure environment -Children interact with other children -Adults can socialize with other adults -Wide variety of toys and play structures -Holiday parties and field trips scheduled throughout the year -Open 4 days a week, Monday through Thursdays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm -Locate …

You are invited to join our community of Kriya Yogis spreading Earth Peace through Self Peace. Our group practices the same Kriya Yoga given by Babaji as mentioned in the book "Autobiography of a Yogi" by Paramahansa Yogananda. We practice under the guidance of our SatGuru, Yogiraj Siddhanath. No matter your religion, race, gender, orientation, class, creed, or personal philosophy, Kriya Yoga is for you. It complements all walks of life, and contradicts none. Our community has many opportunities …

Creating a healthy, fit, fun, friendly, diverse group of men and women who will encourage each other to live a fit and healthy lifestyle having fun along this journey of life. If you are male or female, old or young, if you live in the Happy Valley area, like to have fun while creating a fit, healthy life, and if you want to expand your circle of friends, this is the group for you! Some of the events we will be posting include: books we are reading, movies we enjoy, concerts we want to attend, m …

Calling All Women Between 55 and 59! Welcome to Your Second Saturn Return, All You Lovely Mid-Life Mavens with Natal Saturn in Libra! And, Welcome to: "Surviving & Thriving Through Your Second Saturn Return" -- a 12 Week Educational Support Group for Women. What's a Saturn Return, you ask? It's when the transiting planet Saturn returns to the place it was on the day you were born and it is a significant karmic gateway that offers you the opportunity for wise passage into the next chapters of …

This is a group for any new parent that is interested in meeting up with other families for affordable activities in Southeast Portland, like going to story time at the library, having picnics in the park, coffee & walk meetups, and play dates in our homes. We also have events for just the adults, like Moms' Night Out, book club … and anything else that looks like fun! Children of all preschool ages are welcome, but most events are ideal for children born between August 2010 to July 2012.