EVERYONE MAY NOW JOIN THE GROUP EXCEPT THOSE FEW WHO WERE BANNED. Walking or hiking. Meet other local people who are interested in walking or hiking for fitness and learning about San Francisco's history, including its movie history. This walking group is unique. It is primarily a health group with a dash of history talk for flavor. It is for people in average physical shape who need restroom stops and not for athletes or people with serious medical conditions. We keep our group together. We go …

We are an enthusiastic group of health conscious, environmentally friendly folks who enjoy taking Wild Food Foraging field trips in the Northern California area. If you are interested in Permaculture, Sustainable Agriculture, Holistic Healing Arts, Herbology, Nutrient Dense Nutrition - you will be happy with joining our group. We invite Botanists, Naturalists and Herbalists who have extensive training to lead our group on nature walks and forage for food. Plant identification, taxonomy, botany - …

Lets learn from the plant spirits who have it all figured out: Build sustainable networks, transform towards a life sustaining environment. Lets together plant the seeds for a better future. This group planted the seed for the "Avocado Institute", a community project still in birthing phase focusing on raising awareness through planting seeds. This is an Open Meetup Group, become an organizer, suggest/host Meetups, (The Open Fine Art Gallery hosts Meetups for free), volunteer or just let us know …

We've opened our private backyard oasis for quiet 'clothing optional' co-ed soaks  (check the calender for scheduled community events).  Rejuvenate in the 6,000 gallon hot 'watsu' pool (heated to 97 degrees), sweat in the cedar sauna and dip in the 'cold plunge'. Relax and meet others in our quiet 'urban hot springs' here in Willow Glen. Light snacks (nuts, fruit) and purified water are also provided. Please bring your OWN towel and water bottle. The pool area is a 'quiet zone' (whisper your wor …

Dear Fellow Painter, Welcome to our Sacramento Plein Air Painters group! "Plein air" is French for painting in the open air, (outdoors), in the natural elements, which sometimes comes with braving the thick fog, or the blistering sun, wind, bugs, etc. Sometimes painting in public places all alone can feel awkward.  As painters meeting together, we find comfort in camaraderie, and often inspire each other. The best part about painting together is the friendships that grow from our times togeth …

Welcome rational, evidence-based thinkers!  This is our public page. Contra Costa Atheists and Freethinkers (CCAF) values critical thinking. If you recognize that there is no supernatural power behind natural events, then this may be the group for you! CCAF exists for the benefit of its members. Its purpose is to provide informative and enjoyable activities that promote opportunities for faith-free discourse.  We support the efforts of atheists, freethinkers and skeptics in gaining recognition, …

The National Association for Interpretation (NAI) is an internationally recognized association that promotes leadership and excellence for professionals and volunteers in the interpretive field. We  endeavor to connect people with the natural and cultural world around them in parks, museums, schools, zoos, communities, and other special places. Region 9 (the Sierra Pacific Region) of NAI's Meetup Group will help members and non-members of the association gather to share ideas and experiences at …

Share the pleasures of food, wine, and friends! Events will be mostly around SF,  These events will include wine sailings, local wine tastings, winery release parties, private tastings, wine blending/pairing classes, cooking lessons, music festivals, and travelling! Imagine going to the France to go wine tasting and being able to tour the wineries and even help crush the grapes in the French tradition! Closer to home, we can always schedule shorter trips up or down the coast to the wealth of win …

CLINE was established to encourage and facilitate the scientific exploration of the intersection of computation, language, information, complexity, and intelligence as they are influenced by, and influence, the process of evolution. Of particular interest to this group is the development of self-evolving systems. The assumption is that apex systems evolve toward greater and greater complexity-handling capacity. Some call this "artificial intelligence," but we have trouble with the term as it: 1 …

Join us in creating a new future for Energy Use. The California Energy Commission has given us in California an outstanding opportunity to determine how the future unfolds. The CEC recommends, in its Integrated Energy Policy Report, that in 2020 all new residential buildings be required to meet zero-net-energy performance standards, and in 2030, all new buildings are required to meet the Zero Net Energy standard. This means that all new buildings, averaged over a year, take no more energy from t …

These mission-to-mission walks are open to all who enjoy nature, art, history. And walking. Though many of the walks are between 16-22 miles, they're set at a reasonable pace and are easy to train for. Why'd You Start the Group? Long story short: In March 2011 I walked 330 miles of the Camino de Santiago, a 1,200 year-old pilgrimage route in Spain. I lived with very little for 3 weeks. I experienced nature, art, and history. I met people from all around the world on the same simple quest - to r …

This Meet Up group was started in 2010, so that German Shepherds could play, exercise and socialization with their own kind. This Meet Up group is very active group with a full calendar of activities each day. All new members must have a photo of their Shepherd and answer some basic questions to join. Photos of nature or yourself will not be accepted. Meetups are held all around the Bay Area and vary from hikes, beach trips, community events, fundraising, store openings, soldiers arriving home, …

One day if I do go to heaven--I'll look around and say, 'It ain't bad, but it ain't San Francisco."--Herb Caen The ocean, the bay, and all that's inbetween. Impressive hills, hidden staircases, picturesque neighborhoods, historic architecture, awe-inspiring views, nature in the city, local history, colorful characters... Let's explore it all together! This group is about meeting new people, getting a little exercise, and enjoying our beautiful city. All walks are free. Participating in San Fran …

This is a group for anyone who enjoys dancing to LIVE MUSIC, exercise, fun, socializing, etc. Our Contra and English Country dances* are held every week at various venues in Sonoma & Marin counties. All skill levels and ages are welcome. No prior dance experience is necessary, and every dance is preceded by a lesson.The dances are very social by nature, and attract people of all ages/status — married and unmarried couples, singles, alone or with friends. Children are welcome at dances if supervi …

Meet up for awakened ground crew members of the Family of Light. Held the Second Thursday of each month from 7:00-9:00 at Avalon Visions Bookstore, Capitola Now is the time to meet one another, share wisdom and aid in the dimensional birthing of the new generation in the age of awakening. For the first time in thousands of years, a window will be opened between the Ascended Masters world and ours, starting May 25 through December 2012. Please join us for a monthly meeting In which we will raise …

Imagine… In a flash of insight your inner critic dissolves, the inner conflict ceases, and your yearning heart ignites in freshness. In broad daylight, you realize your Original Nature, breathe your Original Breath, and stand firm in your Original Posture. As your awakening further developes, you feel physically vital, sexually sacred, spiritually free, emotionally balanced, and mentally clear. You blaze forth into the emerging moments of your life...offering your unique gifts in every circumsta …

For those who are interested in learning about the Findhorn Spiritual Community in Scotland, we meet the 2nd Thursday of each month to talk about some aspect of the new age community. Findhorn was seeded in 1962 by 3 people following their inner guidance who started a garden and had no idea that a community of like-minded people would form around spiritual energies of the place. We follow the history of community, looking at the factors that have coalesced into the Findhorn community of today. S …

Families of K-3 students and siblings welcome! This is an academically inclined support group for families interested in shared learning opportunities in life skills, reading, writing, foreign languages,acting, math, science, history, music, geography. Our goal is to help children become long-term learners as well as enjoy building long-lasting friendships through studying together, joining playgroups, going on trips, etc. We are primarily based on Charlotte Mason method,  Montessori  method, a …

Let's create a Grand-Guignol Theatre troupe! Let's make our own work! I need to be clear that this will be a labor of love. That being said, let me know if you know any backers. I need people from all aspects of theater who have a love for Grand-Guignol Theatre, Theatre of Horror. I need people who love gore shows, people who love sideshows, people who have a passion for historical horror theatre in all it's glory. I am a huge film buff and I have to say I know a lot more about film than theater …

A major goal of this group is to promote community among Humanists and Non-Theists. We have monthly pot luck dinners and discussions including topics related to humanism, atheism, Non-theism, science, political issues, naturalism, evolution, religion, history etc. We also have special programs and events such as our Darwin Day celebration. This group meets at, and is associated with, the Unitarian Universalist Church of San Francisco. For more information go to: http://www.sfhumanists.org/i …

This group is for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge and use of therapeutic grade essential oils (plant medicine) and on raw living plant foods.   It is for all seeking a lifestyle of vibrant & healthy living! We will learn about the powerful healing properties of therapeutic grade essential oils, natures most powerful healing substances for body, mind & spirit!  We will also learn how to use therapeutic essential oils for health & dynamic flavor enhancement in raw living foods.  We …