8 Hearts is built on the qualities of devotion, dedication, compassion, and connection, and these same principles are the foundation for our volunteer efforts. Our group is focused on making a positive difference in the community in which we live and work. We place a concerted focus on giving our time to causes that support wellness, fitness, nutrition, environmental stewardship and overall joyful living. If these same initiatives strike a chord with you, we hope you’ll join us!

This Meetup is for vegans, vegetarians and the veg-curious. We come from all over the greater Portland metro area, East, West, North and South. We do not promote any one political party or religious agenda, nor do we sell anything or recruit for other Meetups. Our group is open to singles, couples, and families of all kinds. We're here for fun, socializing and making new like-minded friends. In the past, we've posted volunteer events, outdoor events, movies, concerts, plays and author readings. …

I've started this Meetup group as a way to harness my creative energies into a volunteer effort with tangible, fun, community-building results. Every month we will get together to concentrate our efforts toward making something tangible (food, quilts, crochetted hats/mittens, etc.) that we can then donate locally. If you have been looking for ways to be productive with your creativity, meet new people, and support the community-at-large, you should join us. The first project will be making b …

… Some of the events we will be posting include: monthly featured event, book club, concerts, day trips and local events, movie or game nights, paint your own pottery,doing crafts, community volunteering, wine tasting, happy hours or dinners, hikes, and much more. Sound interesting? Take a few minutes and join us or if you are intrigued come to an event and learn more. When signing up, please be sure to complete the profile questions and post a recognizable picture of yourself (please no pictures …

… We will have a variety of events: movies, sports, dinners, hikes, volunteering, happy hour, wine tasting, etc. The events will range in size to allow for a variety of interactions. Some of our events have limited capacity and are called out as Fixed RSVP events. Please review our policy for these types of events: http://www.meetup.com/glass-half-fullx2/boards/thread/798... WEEKLY QUOTE: Do not use a hatchet to remove a fly from your friend's forehead. -- Chinese Proverb

This group is dedicated to making Portland's Northwest neighborhood a better place to live. Activities will include litter pickups, graffiti removal, ivy pulls, etc. We are open to anything that provides a chance to socialize and have some fun, while improving the neighborhood.

… OUR MISSION NW Shibas4Life Rescue (NWSR) is an all volunteer organization dedicated to saving abandoned, neglected and abused Shiba Inus in the Northwest. Our first priority is in-taking critical care dogs that may have illnesses that can take their life if left untreated and dogs at risk of being euthanized. We reach out to Oregon, Washington, Northern California, Idaho, and Montana. Our dogs come from a variety of sources. We pull dogs from Humane Societies and shelters that do not re-home pr …

… These training rides are managed by volunteers, with ride support (SAG) before, during, and after the rides, and rest stops on the longer routes during the rides. We hope you will register for the Tour de Cure.  Registered cyclists who have diabetes will receive a Red Rider cycling jersey after a minimum donation. These Red Riders are inspirations to the rest of us on the road. This meetup will also offer unofficial group rides at differing levels of abilities.  These unofficial rides usually …

This group is for anyone who loves beagles! It is run by Cascade Beagle Rescue of Portland (CBR), Oregon whose mission is to promote the health and welfare of beagles in need. Our monthly meet ups are organized by CBR volunteers. If you would like information about beagles, are interested in volunteering, fostering or helping in other ways, just let us know! Our web site is: http://www.CascadeRescue.org/west.html. Come on out and have a great time with other beagle owners. **PLEASE, no puppy-sel …

… Events will vary from: karaoke, happy hours, dining, dancing, snow shoeing, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, dog friendly events, movies, concerts, art museums, softball, flag football, bowling, pool, wine tasting, golfing, frisbee golf, rafting, camping, comedy clubs, educational classes, work shops, volunteering, coffee, day trips to various locations, ETC!!!! This group will cater to ALL types of activities. So PLEASE, join us.   If you want to be an Event Organizer and host events, PLEASE ASK. …

… Input on future events, activities at events, and/or assistant organizer volunteers are greatly appreciated!   *This group has no fee as of June 26, 2011.     

We are world travelers who are passionate about cultural exchange, global adventure, life-changing experiences, unforgettable personal stories, and savvy travel on a budget. If you're as addicted to global travel as we are or are interested in embarking on the life long adventure that we embrace as essential to our existence, you'll enjoy this group. Sponsored by the volunteers of the local non-profit branch of Hostelling International, we have exciting travel programs going on constantly throug …

Team In Training is a dedicated group of runners, walkers, cyclist and triathletes who train together while raising money and awareness for cancer. TNT welcomes anyone from beginners to seasoned athletes. Regardless of your fitness level, our certified coaches will get you across the finish line of an endurance event. Teams are forming for the Portland Marathon & Half, the Nike Women's Marathon & Half, Viva Bike Vegas Century Ride and the San Diego Triathlon Classic.

We started this group 2 1/2 years ago to create space for Portlanders from diverse communities to meet and learn about one another. It is our effort to build PEACE in our community. Once every two months every last Friday ~ we create platform which are Art Show and Open Mic for old timers, newcomers, immigrants, refugees, gay, lesbian, disability, homeless, home renters & home owners ~ All are included as ONE to learn about one another through story telling, poems, art, cultures exchange, tradit …

This group is for the exclusive use of Elemental employees to organize fun events, find someone to go jogging with during lunch, get the softball team together, let people know about upcoming volunteer activities, etc. If it's social and you want to invite your co-workers and their guests, it belongs on here!

… The chapters are led by talented and caring Managing Directors who are not volunteers, but skilled professionals who are financially rewarded for growing the chapters and coordinating all monthly networking activities. As a result of all the events we produce, eWomenNetwork provides thousands of speaking opportunities showcasing the best and brightest thought leaders and experts. There is no organization that features and showcases more women speakers than eWomenNetwork. Through the philosophy o …