“ I am your basic, average, bohemian, salsa-dancing artist (see www.artedivino.com ) who loves Portland and life in the Northwest !!. When not painting, drawing or playing tennis, spicy-tuna sushi rolls keep me occupied & fulfilled !! ”

“ Hello everyone:) I am new in Oregon. Hope to meet some people. ”

“ I live in Silverton (just outside of Salem) but I'll happily travel (preferably carpool) for dancing and outdoor adventures. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love Culture! I love dance! And I'm excited to meet new people! ”

“ Belly Dancing ”

“ Quiero encontrar nuevas amigos,y poder ensenarles a poder hablar mi idioma que es bien lindo??? en el cual ellos puedan perfeccionar su Espanol. ”

“ 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. ”

“ hi ”

“ Somebody tell me about this group.I am from Peru and I am very excited for share about my culture,my language and my professional life,and off course I love teach spanish(romantic language) ”

“ I have been single for two years and have decided I would like to start dating but I am not sure where to meet quality people. I enjoy a variety of activities. I also get a kick out of trying new things and traveling. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my dream is to one day be fluent in Spanish. I'm very dedicated to learning this language. I want to find others to practice my speaking skills with. ”

“ I am a planner and obviuosly anything urban, is interesting to me. I walked in the downtown most of times whenever I was free. Like to do more. With a group it would be more fun. ”

“ I bumped onto this site while searching for places to learn/practice salsa. I am really looking forward to learn salsa. ”

“ I'm new to the Portland area and enjoy fly fishing. It would be nice to meet folks with a similar passion. I am glad to teach what I know. A new fly fishing group has launched. Join us. For more info: http://fishing.meetup.com/95/ ”

“ I love dance, although I have never danced the salsa. I'm looking to learn. ”

“ Hello fellow INTPs. My name is Jody and perhaps I won't feel like such a freak amongst my own kind. Looking forward to meeting you. ”

“ Hi guys! I'm really looking forward to getting out there and meeting new people at these Salsa meetups. It's always good to find new cool partners! Vamos a bailar! ”

“ Any good places to dance? Salsa? Merengue? Bachata? Reggaeton? ”

“ Hi I'm an actress looking for people who want to work on film/theatre projects together. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I need to market my skills to the local community. ”

“ Hello everyone! Love cake decorating and would love to share my expertise. ”

“ Just want to get involved prior to November ”

“ I'm a Salsa-holic interested in meeting other's addicted to Salsa Dancing. ”

“ I have many passions. I love cats, dogs, cooking, gardening, gourmet cooking, psychology, dancing, oh the list goes on. I would love to meet people with open minds and similar interests. ”

“ Hello there, I am new to salsa but absolutely fell in love with the romance of the dance, so I would like to meet others in my area interested in dancing salsa. ”

“ I love to live . . .to be creative . . . to share in all of the experiences life has to offer. Learning, traveling, cooking, eating, dancing, reading, writing, laughting . . . .just expressing are necessary parts of my being. ”

“ Hi. I?ve been hibernating lately. However, I look forward to re-connecting with my Meetup Comrades and having fun. Whether it be through Salsa dancing, or Trading, Vegan noshing, or some entirely new activity, I look forward to connecting with you. ”

“ I like to meet new people who enjoy fun activities. ”

“ 39 years old. LOVE to salsa! Portland, Eugene, Corvallis... I've yet to find anywhere in Salem. I'm a beginning tango dancer and interested in improving myself at that as well. ”

“ Hello. I'm currently taking salsa lessons and would love to find a meetup to go dance and practice with others. ”

“ Study Portuguese at PSU ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I just recently moved up here from Utah. I love my culture and would love to continue to dance 'till I drop. My music feeds me life!!! ”

“ 09/03/08.I'm intrested in making new christian friends and faith healing,QuantumTouch, painting.Im an artist & a healer,want to share w/ others.Im also Against the War & believe in a Higher Better road can be taken,takes guts to do the Right Thing! ”

“ I want to expand my social interacting and networking. ”

“ I´m in Buenos Aires and I love dancing, and I will love to get in contact with dancers that are flying here! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm missing dancing! I really want to get back into it without having to brave Portland traffic! ”

“ I am ready to fine tune my salsa skills... ”

“ I would like to have more social life and a feeling of the community. Enjoy visiting and getting together to discuss various thoughts and ideas about life. ”

“ I want to meet other people who speak French.. I really need the practice!!! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I luv dancing and meeting new people! ”

“ Just looking to meet some great people, have fun and have new experiences. ”