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!

... to the SW Washington Crop to Create MeetUp Group! My goal is to create a group that celebrates relationships through the art of paper. Crafters at levels are welcome! MeetUps will happen several times a month for crafty events that focus on new techniques, creating cards or projects, and scrapbook layouts... or simply a time to get those creative juices flowing.  Other crafts are also welcome: baking, sewing, stitching, etc.  I want this to be creativly diverse group. Because I am a Close …

Let's come together to explore the idea that your body is a friend and teacher. Each and every thing that happens in your body is an opportunity for listening to the deep communication your soul is offering. Also, your thoughts, ideas, and attitudes literally shape and influence your physical body. This group will help you have more loving thoughts toward your body - and as you begin to love your body, you can begin to love yourself. Then the magical journey of self-love will start to transform …

On a practical level, this Portland social group is for lesbian/queer and queer-friendly women who have vitality and a strong sense of self. I say "practical" because I realize that most people use meetup casually, to meet others and find things to do from time to time. But ideally, I'd like to manifest a village of warriors. To me, a true warrior of modern times is a strong woman who has a healthy relationship with power. She speaks her truth, walks her own path, lives by her chosen principles …

Welcome to Bhakti Beings! We  are a group that shares in various styles of heart-focused yoga and Kirtans. We come together for weekly yoga classes,  Sacred Saturdays (Healing Fairs) and monthly Kirtans, Meditations and Spiritual Musical Events. We also come together for Heart Intiation Classes and Workshops. Our emphasis is on yoga classes, movement classes and musical events that are Bhakti (Devotional) or Heart Centered.

Become ONE with the RHYTHM 'n BEAT of the DRUM! Find your pulse and align yourself with the Universal Beat Just open your Heart and move your feet Give up your worries and surrender to the drum Let your hair down and have some Fun Sway to the rhythms of that old Earth vibration And come together as ONE through Heartbeat Drum Nation. If you reading this, you are already a drummer. That's because you have a beating heart inside you. If you can talk, you can drum. If you can walk, you can d …

The purpose and intention of this group is to form a community of people who are interested in the spiritual teachings and practices of the people of Northern Europe, Scandinavia and the British Isles prior to the Romans and the spread of Christianity.  I offer gatherings that are centered around a study of the runes.  We have drum circles where we drum to remember our ancestors.  We gather to do ritual and honor the changing of the seasons and the turning of the wheel. Rune Study:  The runes ar …

Has God shaken your world to its foundation? Are you changing, restructuring, reorienting your life/world because of what God has done? If that's not happening now, are you concerned those things may become necessary? Are you on a faith journey that you don't know where it's going to take you or your life or the lives of those you love and cherish? Do you need a safe community to support you, listen, encourage, affirm, help you explore and go deeper? Do you need something more than what organize …

Do you have something to share, but can’t quite put your finger on it? Sometimes it can feel like our lives are a series of disconnected events. Our society gives us a list of bullet-point categories to associate our experiences with, so we know what’s “normal” and what is “outside-the-box,” but not everything fits. We yearn to make sense of our own experiences… And it’s easy to become isolated. Our Social Network community helps us “connect,” but leaves us yearning for communal experience. We a …

We are a small (limited to 12 or so attending at any one meeting so please watch the RSVP) group of mid to late-mid life women coming together every other week primarily for group discussion.  We are open-minded, open-hearted, progressive in our thinking. The intent of this group is to provide a space for women to share their accumulated wisdom, experiences, difficulties and laughter.  We can share our philosophies, psychological perspectives, our spiritual aspirations, and relationship hopes an …

Chanting Sanskrit Mantra is an ancient practice that goes back to time immemorial. Sanskrit Mantra is practiced by Buddhists, Hindus, Jainists, Sikhs and people of all faiths all across the planet. It is not a religion, but like meditation can be adapted to one's own practice whatever your beliefs may be. This ancient practice leads us to that place within; that heals all, calms every worry, and fills us with that Divine love we all search for. There is nothing to believe, no dogma, no person to …

Our Mission: To create a community that promotes touch positivity—getting our touch needs met in safe, healthy, and consensual ways. ALL of us need more touch and community in our lives. We invite you to join us! Touch Positive Oregon is the place to post and find out about touch-positive events in Oregon and meet like-minded people. Though most of us are based in Portland, it is our intention to have members and organizers throughout the state—in Newport, Bend, Eugene, Ashland, and SW Washingto …

The show was cancelled 14 years ago... and we don't care!  It lives on in our hearts, and in our bi-monthly public screenings.  Now in our 4th year, we are still the largest MST3K Meetup Group in the country!  Join us, won't you?  And we can all laugh at love.... AGAIN!

This group is for anyone interested in dancing the 5 Rhythms in Portland. *What are the 5Rhythms®? The 5Rhythms is a simple, powerful moving meditation that anyone – of any age, size, or physical ability - can practice. There are no steps to follow, no choreography to learn, no way to do it wrong. The only requirement is a body that is still breathing, a heart that is still beating, and mind that is still curious! Just like light, sound or ocean waves, a dancing body when moving freely passes th …

"Our experiences are unique but our challenges are similar.....This group is open to those focused on awakening to their true nature, for those who are willing and interested in seeing through their illusions about themselves and embodying their bigness in this life! We are a community who supports everyone in taking complete responsibility for their own life experience. We gather to meditate and provide reflection/support to help each other see clearly how we hold ourselves back. The ways in wh …

Portland Lady Readers are an all-round diverse group of interesting, intelligent, savvy and social women-readers for the Portland area. It is for open-minded, socially conscious, fun, forward-thinking ladies of ages 30 to 45 who are avid readers (and eaters, as there will definitely be food involved). We will speak our minds and from our hearts. We will dedicate one day of the month for books and bonding. We will have our meeting preferably at one of the members' homes where we would bring wine, …

We are forming a drug and smoke free intentional eco-village community on 120 acres in the foothills of Mt. Hood - less than an hour from Portland. Of course focused on living a sustainable, environmentally conscious, connected to spirit lifestyle but perhaps more importantly, we aim to create a loving, nurturing home and seek emotionally mature members who are truly willing to do the emotional work it takes to be in community and are willing to contribute their time, talents and treasure. We me …

Are you looking for your true purpose in life? Do you feel that you've lost that passion you used to have, and want to rediscover? You always have this yarning to share your creative gifts/talent, but does your mind/thought somehow get in the way? Combining dance/movements, vocal expressions, sound healing, drama therapy, shamanic journey/guided imagery, and creative expressions with her a long time teacher Camille Maurine's Moving Theater (http://www.camillemaurine.com/page5/page5.html), Star G …

The Healing Arts Collective and Quaking Grass What is The Healing Arts Collective? We are a collective of artists, healers, and community members dedicated to community health and the power of people to heal themselves and to care for their neighborhoods. We strive to create a nurturing community Space that builds a bridge between individuals, families, healing artists, and professionals by hosting a wide array of health and wellness activities, conversations & long-term projects that connect & …

Members of the local Pranic Healing community offer a free service to the people of Portland and the surrounding area. Come and experience Pranic Healing and participate in a guided meditation for world peace. Held each Wednesday morning (except holidays) from 10:00am - 12:00pm.  Attendees particpate for two hours. While this clinic is free to the public any donations however small are greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of the space and supplies.

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 …

Looking for a community to explore expanding consciousness? Share with others as you learn skills to connect and stabilize these energies.We are all vibrational beings. We can change joyfiully as we become more aligned with our higher selves. We can create a quantum field that will act to open up a higher vibration for all. If you are in resonance with these ideas, please join us to meet others who are wanting to experience states of awareness that are deeply blissful. Our intention is to meet a …

Are you a holistic healing practitioner? Is your deepest commitment to helping others connect with the beautiful Life Force within all of us, with an open, compassionate heart? Then this group is for you! OUR CORE VALUES are: COMPASSION - making a kind, generous & safe space for all RESPECT - honoring the spark of beauty within everyone and especially within ourselves THRIVING - caring & nourishing our passion & creativity. CONNECTION - meeting, connecting with & learning from each other. APPRE …

Insight Meditation or Vipassana is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. However, simple doesn't always mean easy. It can be very helpful to have the support of a group and a teacher to navigate the challenges that arise in this practice. . This Insigt Meditation practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgment …

This group is about helping Portlanders meet their deep inner yearning for more sensuality, more sexiness, and more connection. We do this by inviting any sex positive groups, events, or individuals to let the group know about happenings they may be offering or have heard about. Since the brain is the most important sex organ we have, this group is interested in, Stimulating ideas around sex, love, relationship styles, community, Erotic poetry, literature, and film, Classes and workshops. Sinc …

Hi, I'm Kim Puyleart, Certified Personal Trainer/Fitness Instructor & Nutritional Advisor! I am very passionate about helping parents who want to work out with their infants/toddlers while incorporating health, fitness, and playdates/storytimes; even runs and get-togethers with/out the kiddos :)  However, this group is not limited to just moms with little ones; it's open to stay at home moms and dads who want ACCOUNTABILITY in working out (plus, it's a good excuse to get out of the house)!  What …

Contact for Location and date. Delving into the Mysteries of UFOs, Conspiracy Research, Psychic Phenomena, Hidden Agendas of World Government and New World Order with Videos, Guest Speakers occasionally, News from the UFO and Conspiracy Research Community. Not for the faint of heart or if your mind is made up on most subjects so you cannot take in new information.  I am going to try and present videos from people knowledgeable in the field from which you which may learn new information. Also in …

This moment welcomes you just as you are. We offer these sacred gatherings as an invitation into the awakening of consciousness, where the joy of liberated existence can blossom into experience. This group was created to offer spiritual students and seekers of all faiths an opportunity to discover the profound peace and unconditional love of your true divine nature. Each gathering includes an offering of sacred heart wisdom, a healing guided meditation, simple exercises for self-inquiry, and tim …