We are the local R user group for Austin, TX. R is a free software environment for statistical computing and graphics (http://www.r-project.org/). Our goal is to support and share R experience and knowledge among its users in the Austin community. We would like to hear how you use and enjoy the R language and statistical programming environment.

Killeen Holdem Showdown is a great social place to hang out for people of all age because this is a fun loving and nice environment. The purpose of this group is to try out individual skills against all other players possible. A little history about this group...this group has been around since 2006 when it was offline and didnt have a name.  The leadership of the group has changed several times since with hundreds of players experiencing a friendly environment to test out their game.  So far t …

Hi, Thanks for joining our Meetup - I'm Rob Hill, the executive director and head coach of Team Spiridon. We're a non-profit group here in Austin that provides low-cost training for runners, that then raise funds for local animal welfare organizations like Austin Pets Alive, Emancipet, Love-a-Bull, Animal Trustees of Austin, and others. Last year, in only our second year as a non-profit, our runners raised almost $8,000 during their six months of half marathon and marathon training, bringing our …

As a startup, entrepreneur, or small business, you can get so busy running your business that you forget to learn the skills you need to be successful. In our consulting practice we see a lot of companies with the same issues, and spend a lot of our time helping them to resolve them. So we prepared this small business education series to help you learn some of the biggest pitfalls and challenges of being an entrepreneur, and how to avoid them to become more successful more quickly. These are int …

You’re good at what you do. You enjoy what you do. You’re probably good at telling others what you do. Congratulations…you’re about 50% of the way to becoming highly referable. The truth is that most people you talk to don’t care how good you are, whether or not you enjoy it or even if you can really describe it until they know that you care about THEM. Relationship networking is an art and once mastered, gets you the other 50% of the way to being highly referable. Four Points Connectors i …

Austin Sierra Club (local branch of the Sierra Club) holds outings for outdoor activities: hiking, camping, bicycling, backpacking, kayaking, etc. These include local one-day events as well as weeklong trips to many National Parks in the U.S.

We are women between the ages of 25-125 who are liberals and proud of it. We enjoy conversations with likeminded women in a safe environment about topics other than boyfriends and fashion, and we like to grab lunch together. Hope you'll join us for some interesting discussions and fun times. (PLEASE NOTE: This group is fortrue liberals--both socially and fiscally.)

RuffTail Runners (formerly "Jog-a-Dog") is a program brought to you by Team Spiridon, that encourages runners to run with shelter dogs, giving the dogs a little more exercise “off-campus”, away from the stressful shelter environment. As a result, they are better-adjusted, healthier, and therefore, more adoptable. This program is for runners, or at least walkers who can get the dogs out for a few miles - higher paces keep the dogs more focused and gives them more exercise, and makes some of them …

We are the Geeks. We are Whovians, Browncoats, Techies, Trekkies (Classic and NextGen), Jedi Knights, LARPers, board gamers, video gamers, B5ers, comic book fans (both DC and Marvel), and more. We come in every shape and size, and with countless geekish passions. But we also share much in common. We think differently. We share imagination. We share visions of brighter futures and worlds of adventure. We share a passion for figuring out new strategies and trying out new solutions. We share a love …

Join the nation's #1 Mom and Baby Fitness Program, Stroller Strides![url=http://www.strollerstrides.com]StrollerStrides.com[/url] Stroller Strides is a total fitness program for moms that they can do with their babies/stroller-age kiddos. It includes Power Walking or Jogging and intervals of body toning using exercise tubing and the stroller. Taught by specially trained instructors, it's a great workout for any level of exerciser. Please get doctor's permission before starting this or any other …

This Meetup Group is a friendly social network for single-parents in the Austin area. The focus of our group is to support and respect each other through positive interactions and appreciation for our shared experiences. Our Parent-Children activities include play dates, story times, festivals, children's theatre, in-home gatherings, kid shows, etc. Adult Meetups range from concerts to game nights and museum exhibits to happy hours. The events are as diverse as the personalities within the group …

The Content Marketing Meetup was born from a simple idea: content marketing is the most powerful marketing methodology out there today. Write something that educates people about something they care about, provide them something that is valuable and that they can actually use, and you can attract tons of loyal customers to you and build a brand name as well. Combine that with modern technology, such as social media, email and video, and you’ve got the killer combination. The problem is, current …

This is a great group of people who meet every Wednesday at the same time and place to work out. Oh and its free! We meet in a large indoor space at the Northwest Austin Rec Center at 2222 and Mopac. The group is a source of accountability, support, and just plain fun, as you travel the road toward health and wellness. We try new DVD workouts every week from Beachbody's large selection of fitness programs. You've seen the infomercials for P-90X, Insanity, The Asylum, Brazil Butt Lift, and more s …

We're a social group of people who are interested in getting together to chat about honeybees and other pollinators, share books and ideas on the subject and establish some cooperatively managed honeybee colonies around town. Right now “Colony Collapse Disorder” (CCD) and other diseases threaten our honeybee population. We need to discover more about how we can help them, and make sure they are here to pollinate the flowers and fruits of future generations. While there is limited consensus about …

This group is dedicated to cultivating friendships with other Mommies in the Cedar Park and Leander area while getting the kiddos together in nurturing social environments for them! We welcome all moms! Although our events will primarily be held in the Cedar Park/Leander area and are usually during the week, we are not limiting our group to any mom who would like to join. If you live outside the area but will be an active member, you are welcome to join! If you are in the workforce but can still …

Artists, Musicians, Makers, Dancers, Crafters, Designers, Reiki Masters, Massage Lovers, Tattoo Lovers, Lovers of the Weird, Tarot Readers, Burners, Hoopers, Fire Dancers, Yogi's, and just interesting folks who love life, love connecting and creating and sharing. It is more of a state of mind than a particular job or hobby that brings us together at "The Weirdery". We are not just "outside the box" thinkers, we have grabbed the box, painted it, added a few feathers and turned it into a cool lam …

The Austin Aquaponics meet up was started for everyone from researchers to advanced aquaponic gardeners and farmers to compare notes and ideas regarding aquaponic system design and function. With new content added regularly, the discussion area is sure to have something to catch your interest. Help gauge the interest folks in Austin and surroundings areas are showing in aquaponics, by signing up and Become a member. Sign up today and share your AP experience! The Purpose of the Austin Aquaponics …

Meet other Jeepers or fellow off-roaders to swap info, go off-roading, and have tons of fun. Got a New Jeep? New to Jeeping? Don't have a Jeep yet? We'll be glad to show you how to play with your new toy and everything about them and what to watch out for, because less breakage is more fun! Got an old Jeep? Seasoned Trail Veteran? Glad to have You! You and your experience can save the rest of us a fortune in broken parts and broken hearts. We'll be there to back you up and pull you out, too. We …

Join the nation's #1 Mom and Baby Fitness Program, Stroller Strides![url=http://www.strollerstrides.com]StrollerStrides.com[/url] Stroller Strides is a total fitness program for moms that they can do with their babies/stroller-age kiddos. It includes Power Walking or Jogging and intervals of body toning using exercise tubing and the stroller. Taught by specially trained instructors, it's a great workout for any level of exerciser. Please get doctor's permission before starting this or any other …

We've been an active group promoting vegetarianism in Austin since the early 90s. We've decided to start a meetup group for our organization to make it easier for new people to find out about our group and it's activities, and for our current members to interact with each other. We typically have two meetings each month, a potluck dinner held at one of our members' homes, and a restaurant visit for lunch or dinner a a local vegetarian or vegan establishment, or at least one with a vegetarian-fr …

This is a group for Austin Ukulele Players.  We meet once a month alternating with the Ukulele Society of Austin.  This is designed to give us uke fans more opportunities to have fun playing in groups, learn some basic ukulele skills and socialize.  Our meetings will be on the 4th Thursday of the month beginning in January 2013 (2 weeks after Austin Ukulele Society).  This is a learning environment for people who want to learn some ukulele basics and have a chance to practice and play with other …

Where Backyards Become Farmyards We are the by far the LARGEST Aquaponic Meetup Group in the Country and for Good Reason... Come join us! __________________________________________________________

WHO WE ARE The Austin Natural Movement Meetup Group is a fun, fitness-oriented bunch of folks who take our inspiration from "natural movement" (also called MovNat). This means exercising the way humans evolved to move, such as the way kids naturally play and the movements of people in tribal cultures. We meet regularly, mostly at outdoor locations such as parks and nature preserves, to have fun climbing trees, scrambling over rocks, throwing rocks, jumping over stuff, sprinting, playing tag, and …

SWIGGIS is a professional and social organization. Our meetings provide women geographers with a positive and productive space as well as a supportive and engaging environment in which we mentor each other, enhance our intellectual climate, and are innovative in our strategies to promote the professional status of women in Geography and GIS. Our goal is to meet monthly, and our meetings will be scheduled alternatively as educational sessions and social happy hours. Look at our www.swiggis-austi …

Are you a bright, articulate LGBTQ professional who enjoys intellectual stimulation, the arts, and/or outdoors? In this friendship group we visit museums, meet for book club, hike, attend the ballet, swim, see live performances, etc. in a smoke-free, drug-free, mostly alcohol-free environment. This group is designed for people with these characteristics: Professionals (social workers, teachers, physicians, ballet instructors, engineers, retired, student, etc.) Bachelor's Degree or higher (or wo …

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We've grown a large following in San Antonio and now want Austin to share in on the fun! Austin Sophisticated Singles's mission is to provide a dynamic, innovative, and engaging environment for singles around the ages of 25-55. Some of our events include: "Speed Mingling", "Mystery Cards", "Mega Matchmaking Mixer", industry appreciation nights, wine mixers, bowling, seminars, and much more. This group sets itself apart by its partnership with Scenergy Dating which provides online dating, matchma …

I found that Austin is lacking an active, free support group for individuals who are struggling with eating disorders (such as Bulimia, Anorexia, Binge-Eating Disorder, etc.) or that have struggled in the past. This group is for people of all ages who have any type of eating disorder, or for those who are currently in recovery, to give and receive support from others who really understand. Additionally, because eating disorders can often be isolating, this group is also a "social" group in which …