A Collaborative Environment for Actors/Filmmakers will consist of: Actors, Writers, Editors, Cinematographers, Sound Techs, Producers, Directors, Film Lovers, and whoever wants to have fun! Lets get together, find/write scripts....film them....make a demo reel. Everyone will walk away (hopefully come back) with something they can use. Finding gigs can be stressful. Here we will make it happens ourselves and create something from nothing AS A TEAM. Are you in?

Amazon Mycorenewal Project Presents: The Art and Science of Mycorenewal Join us for 10 days of immersion into the world of Mycorenewal! Learn from an array of experienced mycologists and take part in hands-on projects. Gain the skills, knowledge and resources you need to implement a mycorenewal project in your community. Registration is now open! You can register online at http://theartofmycorenewal.pandaform.com/pub/ukb8re/new Please donate to our scholarship and expenses fund so we can spread …

This is a group for anyone interested in going green at the individual and group level via rapid prototyping of ideas. Let's learn by doing and sharing. We try to address two major questions in the context of every topic: 1. What can we do at a grassroots level to effect a positive change in our near neighborhoods? 2. What ideas can we implement to help influence larger bodies of the community and government? Our focus is on ideas that we can implement where we are and whose impact can be measur …

Apply software development principles to dwelling environments and optimize/re-invent live-work processes - start at futureLiving.info Imagine your very own multi-purpose dwelling environment that adjusts to your needs throughout the day and over the course of your life, inspires you to fully unfold your potential and effectively works to maximize your well-being/performance. Join the international community to create, build and own the open-source modular, extendable, mobile, service-based arch …

שלום, this is קפה הפוך, an activity group for single Israeli and hebrew speakers in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our goal is to create a fun environment to meet for hikes, dinners, and other fun activities -- in an environment where we don't have to break our teeth in english -:) Our married friends are great, but often are not free to get together, and we'd like to meet other single Israelis and hebrew speakers... so join us! להשתמע, mark.

What Toastmasters Can Do For You Your potential is limited only by your excuses. Whether you work in a corporate environment or from home, whether you are a student or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining communication and leadership skills. Become a Better Speaker Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. By learning to formulate and convey your ideas, you open a new world of po …

*Tired of not having any single friends? *Have you been the 3rd or 5th wheel just one too many times? *Do your non-single friends always push you on the single guy/girl in the room thinking just because you’re both single, you're automatically going to be into each other? *Would you like to find friends that can be ready and on the way in an hour? *Would you like to meet other single people doing single people things on a single person schedule but don’t know where to go to meet them? Well, if t …

Bring together people who are passionate about Ruby and Rails in an environment that fosters learning from and helping each other while building lasting friendships. "And as you get older, you may find that “Enabling the Dreams of Others” thing is even more fun." From the Last Lecture by Carnegie Mellon Professor Randy Pausch (Oct. 23, 1960 - July 25, 2008) Get 35% off from O’Reilly books and ebooks when you purchase directly from http://www.oreilly.com/store/. Just use discount code DSUG when …

"I used to be a runner and I miss it." "I have always thought I would like to be a runner." "I am a walker, but I would like to make the transition to running." If any of these statements fit you or you are just tired of being the slowest person in your running group, this group is for you! My intention is to create a fun, non-competitive environment where new, tentative, and slow runners can feel comfortable to enjoy running in beautiful surroundings with supportive friends. Who is this group f …

This is an IBM sponsored Big Data meetup group.  Geared towards developers, data scientists and ALL Big Data enthusiasts, our meetups provide an opportunity to work hands on with the solutions and tools in our Big Data portfolio. Our Meetups typically include a 45-60 min (max) presentation that serves as an introduction and overview for a specific Big Data technology.  It is followed by ~3 hours to collaborate with fellow developers and apply your Big Data skills.  We provide a cloud environment …

The only public Vegan Meetup in Santa Cruz. An opportunity to meet with other vegans and gain support and comradery. All vegans and people interested in veganism are welcome. We are a friendly group of diverse interesting folks.  RSVP or not, you are welcome. Arrive late or leave early - okay by us!

If there are any other parents living in San Jose looking to organize playdates for younger children (ages 2-12) with autism let's find a way to get together! Our children benefit so much from being involved in social activities with other children, but it is often difficult to find supportive and understanding environments for our children to play in. We can meet-up at parks, have play-dates in our homes, plan mini-trips on the weekend to various parks or trails etc. Many parents with children …

This is a FUN group of mainly singles who want to meet FUN people for new friendships, to date and eventually have a relationship with. A meet up group where we will grow, learn and have FUN together. It is where you will meet other professional and FUN singles. We are the group to party with, or do other fun activities with, when all of your friends already made plans. You will for sure have fun talking, laughing, dancing, in a nice, friendly & warm environment.

The Purpose of the Group "It's not who you are that holds you back, it's who you think you're not." Author Unknown. In short, the purpose of this group is to help you break free from what holds you back (procrastination, perfectionism, self-doubt and fear) so you can achieve your career dreams. The group will provide thought-provoking and interactive workshops designed to help you set and achieve goals in various areas of your life. “Life takes on meaning when you become motivated, set goals and …

The Bay Area Money Makers (BAMM) team is a group of dedicated options and technical analysis students working together to achieve financial freedom by following CAN SLIM trend trading techniques. The team was originally formed in 2004 in the Bay Area and has expanded to include serious traders who have obtained advanced educations in the industry and are committed to achieving success in this business. The group meets monthly and discusses market posture, sector rotation, specific strategies des …

Meet with locals in a women-only, relaxed and friendly environment to swap the clothes you no longer want or need for cool new ones! No cash traded, just clothes! Please read the FAQs before requesting to become a member. You will find them on the Pages tab above.

Are you single, asian, and a foodie (or like eating)? If you're tired of the bar/club scene, and online dating doesn't just cut it... and meeting people over meal and drinks sounds way more fascinating, this meetup is for you. Come meet other asian singles over a meal in fun, safe environment.

BNI offers members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, business referrals. Being a member of BNI is like having sales people working for you every day who market your product or service.  BNI's sole purpose is to provide a structured environment for the development and exchange of quality business referrals.  If referrals are an important part of your business, then BNI is the organization for you.

Many people want to express their creativity but haven't found the right outlet. Sound familiar?  Then this is the place for you! Fun, supportive environment, this meet-up is held at my studio located at 2231 Winchester Blvd. Campbell, 95008. The studio is crammed with tons of hand-made papers, paints, canvas, glue, fabric, string, found objects...anything you need to express yourself! Work on a specific project (see examples below) or do your own thing after a short tutorial about how to use th …

This is a group for people passionate about helping support dog rescue groups in the Bay Area, our feature rescue group is Doggie Protective Services. We want to help place dogs in foster homes, work adoption days, find ways to educate the general public on the importance of spay and neuter. If you love dogs, have always been aware of the problems but didn't know how to help, join us and together we can make a difference. We don't have all the answers so we look for members to contribute ideas.. …

Meet fellow Asians living and/or working in the South or East Bay who loves to hang out to have fun! We can start meeting over dimsum, dinner, lunch, dessert, coffee, afternoon tea, or happy hour to get to know each other and generate ideas on what's fun to do. We can do potlucks (includes hot pot, fondue), Mah Jong, Board Games, Karaoke, Tennis/Badminton/Ping Pong, hiking, and movies. The meetup organizers are passionate about providing a friendly and fun environment for singles/couples looking …

"The mystery isn't in the technique, it's in each of us." - Harry Callahan, American Photographer 1912-1999 What Harry Callahan said about film photography holds true in todays digital world. Learning to use your digital camera and truly understanding the digital process will free you to concentrate on creating your vision. This meet up is dedicated to resources that will help you become a better photographer. I originally conceived this group as a way to create a sense of community for students …

Take your yoga practice to a whole different level by stepping off of your mat and into a nurturing pool environment. This class is suited for every body: beginners, those with physical limitations, and experienced yogi(ni)s. We will meet in the beautiful garden setting pool of a private residence off of Quito Rd,in Saratoga, CA

================================== THREE Silicon Valley Gayme Nights Every Week!!! ================================== There are THREE gayme nights (where board games and card games are played in an LGBT-friendly environment) in Silicon Valley EACH WEEK that you can go to. They are held every Thursday in Sunnyvale, every Friday in San Jose, and every Sunday in Los Altos. Hopefully one of those times and locations will work for you. ______________________________________________________________ …

This meetup group is focused on providing a non-judgemental social environment to bring geek girls together for friendship and fun activities. All geek girls are welcome here, whether you're a gamer, Trekkie, bookworm, anime nut, or just a huge fan of something niche! We hope to see you at one of our meetups soon! More group info here: http://www.meetup.com/Geek-Girls-Silicon-Valley/about/

"Speak 4 Success" Toastmasters Club is based in Campbell, CA and is Open to All who would like to come!!! Our Club is Comprised of Dynamic Professionals who are All Striving & Seeking to take our Speaking & Leadership Skills to the Next Level for our Business & in our own Life... This is a Safe, Positive, & Encouraging Interactive Environment!!! Have a Blessed Day!

I am a new SAHM to a beautiful boy, Liam. My husband and I just moved back to the Bay Area from the OC a few weeks ago. During my time in SoCal, I made friends with a wonderful group of mommies through Meetup (if every you're a mom in the OC area, look up: OC Asian Moms). I enjoyed the conversations, advice and suggestions, but above all, I cherished the friendships. I would like to create the same kind of environment for my son and myself back home. If you are an Asian mom or have any kind of A …

Hello and Merry Meet We are a cross-tradition gathering of Pagan families with children. By cross tradition we mean Wicca (eclectic), Druid, Dianic, British Traditionalists, and are open to and looking for more varieties. We seek to share and learn from each other while providing support in a fun environment. We meet monthly to celebrate Esbats and Sabbats; to share food and music, crafts and dancing.  Welcome.