1. What is Greendrinks?

Greendrinks is an international phenomenon, spanning 488 cities worldwide. Once a month, folks who value the environment gather in a relaxed setting to meet each other, make new connections, hang out with friends and have a good time. In the case of Portland Greendrinks, we meet on the second Tuesday of every month. Come to ask questions, to network, or just to meet up with friends -- it's entirely up to you!

2. Who goes to Greendrinks?

Anyone who is the slightest bit interested in the environment and keen to have a good time shows up at Greendrinks events. Greendrinkers range in age from college students to retirees. They come from a wide variety of backgrounds that include business, academics, government and non-profits, and include would-be recyclers all the way up to folks who aim to live a carbon-neutral lifestyle. Greendrinks is a place for one and all to meet, share stories, have a drink and show their support for like-minded folks in a relaxed atmosphere.

3. Do I have to be a member?

There's no membership required to come to a Greendrinks event, it's open to everyone. Nevertheless, Greendrinks does keep an email list in order to send out news and updates about upcoming Greendrinks events. If you send us your email, we promise we won't abuse it.

4. Does Greendrinks cost money?

The short answer is no, but in rare cases there is a small fee charged to greendrinkers. Greendrinks sometimes has to charge a small fee for transportation or logistics, such as the ferry ride for the September 15 event hosted on Cow Island. Still others include additional activities offered at a special price, such as the Dec 9 event at the Portland Stage Company that featured a special showing of David Sedaris' The Santaland Diaries. If Greendrinks ever does charge a fee, we'll let you know ahead of time and we'll explain where your money is going. But know that whenever there is a fee, none of that money goes to Greendrinks.

5. Who pays for the free beverages and snacks?

Greendrinks events are possible due to the incredible support from our host and sponsor companies as well as the contributions from local businesses in the form of additional food and beverages.

6. Do I have to be 21 to attend?

While you don't have to be 21 to attend, you will be carded at the door. Only Greendrinkers that are 21 years or older will be allowed to sample the deliciously frosty cold beverages on hand.

7. I’d love to host a Greendrinks. Who should I call?

If you think you'd like to host a Greendrinks event, send an email to info@portlandgreendrinks.com and we'll send you our hosting guidelines and responsibilities.

8. Will there be any events outside of Portland?

Most of our events are hosted in the Greater Portland Area, but occasional Greendrinks events are hosted outside of Portland. While we want to offer hosting opportunities to as many organizations as possible, we also want to make it as easy as possible for Greendrinkers to get to the events. If you have a venue in mind get in touch and we'll see if we can make it work.

9. What are Greenlunches?

Greenlunches provide an opportunity for Greendrinkers who are looking for more than a social event on Tuesday night to meet with other Greendrinkers for lunch on Friday. Sign up on the Wednesday following a Greendrinks event and a program powered by NoonHat (http://www.noonhat.com/lunch) will put you in touch with four other Greendrinkers in your area. It's up to you to schedule the "where" and the "when" of your lunch date with the others in your group. And don't be afraid to bring a friend!