“ To network with other artists ”

“ I create art using found and recycled materials. I would love to meet others that do similar types of art. I also paint and draw. I work out of my home and around my family's schedules. I'd love to have friends that share my interests. ”

“ I own Gypsy Trader, an eclectic shop in Longview @ 1210 Commerce Ave. I practice the wisewoman tradition of community herbalism and would love to get together with others intested in herbs, crystals, crafts, journaling, goddess spirituality, cooking. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I do artwork alone, and would like to interact with people of similar passions. ”

“ Hello, I live with brother in Hagerstown, MD. We don't know very many people and would like to make friends. I would like meetup groups so I can meet new people and maybe hang out with some outside of the groups. ”

“ To find a space that isn't built on pretentious motives, rather a thought provoking place for creative people to share. ”

“ because it's what lifes about, meeting like minded people who love what you love. create a community ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to discuss and explore spiritual topics with like-minded people. ”

“ Looking for new creative outlets and like-minded individuals in the Portland area. ”

“ I am a self taught photographer who love to look at life through a lense. It is a form of meditation for me. I have taken pictures all my life. Moved to digital for instant gratification purposes and then stayed when I could take endless photos. ”

“ Hello y'all, I am originally from here but moved to NOLA in 1995 and thought I would never come back to PDX, thanks Katrina. Well here I am. We miss NOLA but are building our lives here with our two dogs. ”

“ I want local Altered Books Meetups because it's something that I am interested in doing with other people. I need inspiration! I also coordinate adult programming at the library where I work and some interest has been shown in the subject. ”