Progressive Dating--{proh-gres-iv day-ting}:
1. passing successively from one member of a series to the next; proceeding step by step: ie. 6-10 dates, 6 minutes each, one evening; see also "speed dating."
2. an event for single men and women to meet each other in a comfortable, low-pressure atmosphere.
3. favoring or advocating progress or change, as opposed to wishing to maintain things as they are.
Who is a Progressive Dater?
A person...
1. concerned for social and economic justice, peace, and the environment.
2. who is looking for an alternative means of finding a life partner.
3. looking for a fun evening and interested in meeting new people.
1. concerned for social and economic justice, peace, and the environment.
2. who is looking for an alternative means of finding a life partner.
3. looking for a fun evening and interested in meeting new people.
Who? Where?
Portland
Salem
Mid 20s to mid 30s
Late 30s to late 40s
We can schedule Christian only events. Please indicate your preference.
We schedule events according to who we have signed up.
Salem
Mid 20s to mid 30s
Late 30s to late 40s
We can schedule Christian only events. Please indicate your preference.
We schedule events according to who we have signed up.
Where is the money going?
75% of the money raised through Progressive Dating will go toward Erin and Eric's wedding in March 2013.
The other 25% of the money raised will be donated to Lahash International, a grass roots organization in Portland that partners with local ministries across East Africa to bring good news and holistic care to children in need.
The other 25% of the money raised will be donated to Lahash International, a grass roots organization in Portland that partners with local ministries across East Africa to bring good news and holistic care to children in need.
Why Progressive Dating?
Because…
…you get to meet interesting, like-minded men and women from various communities.
…you can't seem to meet anyone in your own community.
…you get to support social justice while having fun!
…you get to meet interesting, like-minded men and women from various communities.
…you can't seem to meet anyone in your own community.
…you get to support social justice while having fun!
What should I expect?
1. Check in with the facilitator.
2. Get yourself a beverage from the bar.
3. Meet and greet.
4. The women will sit at the tables while the men rotate every 7 minutes.
5. Nervous? Conversation starter cards will be available on the tables.
6. Let the facilitator know who you are interested in talking to again.
7. Receive an e-mail notifying you of your matches and their e-mail addresses. Have fun!
2. Get yourself a beverage from the bar.
3. Meet and greet.
4. The women will sit at the tables while the men rotate every 7 minutes.
5. Nervous? Conversation starter cards will be available on the tables.
6. Let the facilitator know who you are interested in talking to again.
7. Receive an e-mail notifying you of your matches and their e-mail addresses. Have fun!
How do I sign-up?
1. Fill out the Progressive Dating Questionnaire. You're welcome to e-mail any questions to progressivedating@gmail.com
2. When we have the right number of people signed up for an event, you will either receive an e-mail notifying you that you are selected for the next event or on the waiting list.
3. If you are selected, the e-mail will contain a donation link and the event information. You must pay in order to reserve your spot.
2. When we have the right number of people signed up for an event, you will either receive an e-mail notifying you that you are selected for the next event or on the waiting list.
3. If you are selected, the e-mail will contain a donation link and the event information. You must pay in order to reserve your spot.
How did Progressive Dating get started?
Hi,
Over a year ago, I thought I'd try something new and went speed dating. In spite of my introverted nature, I found speed dating to be a lot of fun and a surprisingly low pressure way to meet new people. However, I was disappointed by the low probability of meeting a Christian. What I liked about speed dating, as opposed to online dating, was the opportunity to speak with someone face to face. It felt more natural than sizing someone up based on their online profile. As far as I knew, there wasn't any Christian speed dating events in Portland. I knew if I wanted it, I'd have to make it happen. My friends and I put our heads together and came up with Progressive Dating!
Enjoy!
Erin - Progressive Dating Founder
Over a year ago, I thought I'd try something new and went speed dating. In spite of my introverted nature, I found speed dating to be a lot of fun and a surprisingly low pressure way to meet new people. However, I was disappointed by the low probability of meeting a Christian. What I liked about speed dating, as opposed to online dating, was the opportunity to speak with someone face to face. It felt more natural than sizing someone up based on their online profile. As far as I knew, there wasn't any Christian speed dating events in Portland. I knew if I wanted it, I'd have to make it happen. My friends and I put our heads together and came up with Progressive Dating!
Enjoy!
Erin - Progressive Dating Founder
Spread the Word
Tell your friends and family about Progressive Dating! Because this is a fundraiser we are choosing not to pour our funds into advertising. We are relying on you to get the word out there. Here are a few things you can do...
1) Post this link in your Facebook status.
2) E-mail all your single friends.
3) E-mail us and we'll send you a flyer.
4) Hand the flyer out to friends and family.
5) Put the flyer up at school or church.
6) Write a press release for a local newspaper or magazine.
1) Post this link in your Facebook status.
2) E-mail all your single friends.
3) E-mail us and we'll send you a flyer.
4) Hand the flyer out to friends and family.
5) Put the flyer up at school or church.
6) Write a press release for a local newspaper or magazine.
Fun date ideas
If you have some great date ideas, please e-mail progressivedating@gmail.com.
Great atmosphere for dinner or drinks.
Sapphire Hotel
Imbibe
Art Walks
Fourth Friday at the Portland Art Museum - Free 5-8pm
First Thursday in the Pearl - Free
Last Thursday on Alberta - Free
Kenton Third Thursday - Free
First Friday Eastside - Free
Even fun for big kids :)
OMSI First Sunday - $2
Oregon Zoo Second Tuesday - $2
Great atmosphere for dinner or drinks.
Sapphire Hotel
Imbibe
Art Walks
Fourth Friday at the Portland Art Museum - Free 5-8pm
First Thursday in the Pearl - Free
Last Thursday on Alberta - Free
Kenton Third Thursday - Free
First Friday Eastside - Free
Even fun for big kids :)
OMSI First Sunday - $2
Oregon Zoo Second Tuesday - $2
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