“ New to Portland. Interested in meeting people for friendship. Ciao ”

“ I'm Michelle. I'm a Teacher of the Deaf. I am married and have a 17 year old son. ”

“ I have mentioned my interests above. I just heard about this site, are there any secrets to this, I haven't been social in a long time, looking forward to this. ”

“ 3rd try. Name-Evelyn. Due to illness I have been inactive for 1+ years. Initially want to improve overall health through walking, basic yoga-meditation, dance, attending musical/theatre events , improving nutrition, and later adding tennis/golf. ”

“ Recently moved to Portland - interested in meeting new people, discovering interesting things to do in the area .. as well as participating in outdoor activities ”

“ when i work, i play with preschoolers. i'm a professional 4-year-old who knows how to pay bills, fix dinner, and drive a car. weird mix. ”

“ I am interested in joining a book club in or around the Portland area. ”

“ Join my meetup paranormal group at: http://ghosts.meetup.com/596/ ”

“ I have many interests and lately I've explored some of them. It's been a few years since I've had the chance. I first had to complete my DMA. I'm done now, so I'm conducting, playing trumpet, woodworking, tending houseplants and a garden, biking. ”

“ Hello Meetups members! The main reason I would like a meeting in Gresham: I don't drive at night-can't see!!! It would be close to attend and easier to make the meetings. ”

“ I love to laugh, I hate to cry in front of people. I am divorced. I love my big, crazy family. I love to read, I hate being ignored. I talk in my sleep, I love to travel. I have no idea what I want to be when I grow up. I try to save the world! ”

“ I'm a true Oregoninan born and raised in this beautiful state and I love it! I hope to meet others in the PDX area with similar interests. I enjoy working out, jogging, shopping, traveling and have recently taken up snow skiing and skydiving. ”

“ Active yet relaxed and fun. Mostly to do with outdoors: hikes, kayak, camping. Great food, wine and beer. I also love good movies. ”

“ Hi! I'm new to Portland and am looking to make new friends! ”

“ I love new things but I'm shy to meeting new people. I would try a book club, fiction, classic is fine, I like modern too(crime, romance, bestseller) or a movie club. Arts and Crafts would be fun with the holidays season coming soon. ”

“ Yep, there's definitely something about the south. I grew up primarily in New Orleans and Virginia, and while I love Portland, there's a little somethin' missing. ”

“ Looking for friend how share interest in books, theater, walking/hiking, global travel ”

“ I am into Public Art,Music,Healing and Adventures www.myspace.com/glenallen www.lightweaving.com ”

“ Hello, my name is Wendy. I live in the Lake Oswego area with my husband. I enjoy knitting very much, and I am looking to meet knew people who also enjoy the hobby. ”

“ I enjoy the outdoors: walking, hiking, XC skiing, snowshoeing and kayaking. I also love the theater, concerts, fine food and wine and would enjoy meeting others who do too. ”

“ Hello, from Washington County. I'm seeking walking partners with like interests in: books, wildlife photography, large breed dogs, wine and food--for a start. Deidre ”

“ I just arrived in Oregon after living in North Carolina for 20 years. Looking to make some new friends and discover all that is great about the Portland area! ”

“ Hi , I am Marianne, I am a self employed artist and therapist. I look forward to meeting you and making new friends. ”

“ Because i don't know anyone here except my daughter and husband. I have a new grandson and that keeps them busy so I need to find other things to do. ”

“ Hello everyone I wanted to thank those who showed up to our first Wine Dinner at Wine Down. We are now considering doing at least once a month with limited seating between 12 to 15 people. Our wine tastings will start next Wednesday for the summer. ”

“ To get to know and meet other single parents and share what I have been through to get my children back in my home after 4 years. Also wanting to find ways to get out of the house to meet new people. ”

“ Hi! I am relocating to Vancouver, WA and I am interested in meeting new friends with similar interests. ”

“ Hello! I hope to meet some great people who have shared some of the same experiences. I am a 6'2", 230 lb. man and a proud father of 4 girls for whom I love very much. I am looking for fun and maybe more if I get lucky. ”

“ Hi! I've met great people on meetup. See you soon :) ”

“ My name is Melanie K. and my husband and I are looking for new things to do and also to meet new people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups be ”

“ My husband and I are new to the area and need to make new friends and have new experiences! ”

“ Moved here 3 years ago from Georgia and spent most of that time wrapped up in getting a business back on its feet. Last child left home in August. I am interested in making new friends and developing interests I have pushed aside. ”

“ I have been divorced for 6 years, and have had trouble meeting people on my own. I'm decent looking, bright, have a great job, I'm considered a "nice guy" not a bad boy. I'm a wine nut so I want to learn more and share with others. ”

“ Love to be out and about! ”