Cuba is changing and US policy towards Cuba is changing. Meetup to talk about business, culture, politics and travel.

Professional networking for health providers and allied services. *Meet and become familiar with diverse health professionals and their practices. *Discuss & critique marketing and business development tools ranging from new media, to traditional media, to in-person opportunities. *Assist in developing public education opportunities for members. *Discuss practice management and networking in an integrative health setting *Explore developments in electronic medical records, HIPAA, and legal …

The goal of Spiritual Arts Institute is to help people from all walks of life accelerate their spiritual understanding and development. Through the various activities of the institute, it is our aim to help reassign metaphysics to its proper place in the study of life and human development and to inspire confidence, love, self-sufficiency, charity, kindness, creativity, and inner knowing in all aspects of life. Our mission statement is: To offer clear, accurate, and understandable instruction d …

Fuel your passion and take your creativity to the next level, learn how to develop a signature style, start a career in photography, network with successful photographers, learn valuable business and life skills, be inspired and mentored by world class photographer - Scott Robert Lim. For more lighting, posing & inspirational photography tips go to our school link - http://www.scottrobertworkshop.com Check out Scott Robert Lim's award winning images - http://scottrobertgallery.com/ Scott …

The Benicia Autism Support Group was created by a small group of parents with children on the spectrum, out of a desire to create a more supportive environment in the City of Benicia for those with an ASD. As parents, we feel there is very little communication, resource information sharing and school support for our children. The diagnosis of an ASD is a very challenging and frightening experience for many parents. It is our hope that we can help relieve some of this anxiety and concern by showi …

Shingon Mikkyo Kunimiyama Daikokuji America(previously Mikkyo Zen Eimeiji) was established in June 2010 under the Chief Priest Eimei Kawakami’s strong belief: In order to ensure world peace we must purify the U.S., and that we must establish an educational institute where ones could be taught on gratitude and compassion regardless of any specific religious faith. Through the opening of the branch temple in the heart of Silicon Valley where the strong spiritual power of the Monjyu-bosatsu resides …

We are so excited to share our activities with new parents and families in cities from Hercules/Oakley to Dublin, from Berkeley/Oakland to San Francisco!  If you are looking for a vast variety of themed Playdates, from Cultural, Cooking, Educational, Exploratory, Book Club and more! We offer a FREE newsletter which offers organized events, lists local events and provides savings with local businesses for play spaces, children's products, coupons for activities and for members, continued savings …

Are your kids not minding what you say enough of the time? Not listening? Do you ever struggle with how to discipline? Would you like to be able to inspire good behavior while stopping bad behavior? Are there problems that you have struggled to solve and have not found a good solution for yet? Would you like support and community around parenting? If you resonate with any of these, then this group is for you. You dont have to live in the Bay Area to join this parenting group either, some meetup …

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 …

The SF Edtech Meetup is the hub for the amazing keynotes, panel discussions, edtech mixers, member spotlights, and hands-on learning experiences that inspire teachers, entrepreneurs, technologists, education reformers, and edtech enthusiasts to connect, collaborate, and innovate. We meet monthly to explore various topics at the intersection of education and technology, to learn about the latest technologies that are supporting teachers, and to hear from teachers about the problems in education t …

This group is the culmination of 1 Black Girl 20 Black Wines, Co. We specialize in wine tastings, tours, classes and events that exclusively feature wines from African Americans and/or female vintners! This is a co-ed, multicultural group that is open to wine novices and experts! The groups organizer and owner of 1 Black Girl 20 Black Wines, Co. is one of a handful of Black Certified Sommeliers in the the United States. Our goal is to cultivate and encourage sophisticated, casual, savvy, and fun …

Are you a meetup organizer, co-organizer or assistant organizer? Join our network of meetup group leaders from the greater San Francisco Bay Area and help us create a more face-to-face meetup community. We organize formal and informal activities for meetup leaders to enjoy and get better at what we do--bring people together around common interests in a world that is increasingly distracting and virtual. This network is: SOCIAL: Meet other organizers and have some fun SUPPORTIVE: Vent about, laug …

100 Committed Businesswomen Women Business Owners, Corporate Executives, Business Managers, Consultants... Are you looking for a way to grow your business and a group of likeminded women in business to make meaningful connections with? Then get to know your WON 100 sisters and friends and let us grow your business for you! WON 100 – Peninsula (Sister organization of Women Owned Networking SFBA) is for the businesswoman who is very serious about the growth of her business and who has a heart to e …

This group is interested in engaging the next generation of philanthropists who are curious to “be the change they wish to see in the world.” Join this meetup group to take part in fun, social, and innovative brainstorming sessions on what are the best strategies and messages for ensuring that more funds get to Latino communities in the U.S. and Latin America. Latinos are the second largest population group in the U.S., representing 16% of the total population. Yet less than 1.5% of foundation g …

Event Marketing Rockstars is all about bringing together creative minds that love event marketing and event promotion. Join our group to share your own successes (and failures), meet other inspired individuals and learn from each others' experiences. Together, we will all improve our skills and be exactly what you want, an event marketing Rockstar! Each meetup we'll pick a new topic and have event marketers present their ideas and lessons learned. Our meetups will not just be educational, they'l …

As long as I can remember I always had a camera in my hands. My first Brownie started me on my quest to perfect my Black & White medium. I was trained, practiced and recognized as a Black & White Specialist. As I pursued my professional career, I established Moya fotografx. As a custom Black & White Lab and Studio my services demanded optimum quality control. Our Meetup group of traditional BLACK & WHITE FILM photographers, specialize in the craft of Black & White technology. If you are passiona …

Our group is for parents of children from 9 months up to 2,5 years old living in East Bay. We will meet in a Glenview, Diamond or Montclair area in Oakland most of the time.  Initially places for gatherings will be in a local park (weather permitting), in a library or in one of the member's home. Down the road we may find a free space or agree to rent an inexpensive place together for the meet-ups for everybody's convenience. Children will have the opportunity to socialize by having a free play …

Artup is a Bay Area community-powered incubator for forward-looking work stationed at the intersection of contemporary art and digital technology. Welcoming artists of all disciplines, Artup provides a foundation for a consistent and engaging stream of high quality work for and by curious aesthetes throughout the Bay Area. The Bay Area is technological ground zero. Bay Area residents are the first to experience the impact of the latest technological developments. Artup strives to stimulate respo …

The Benicia Special Needs Parent Support Group was established to help create a place where families with special needs children can come together for support, fun, and friendship. As parents with special needs children, we understand the importance of having a strong support system. We believe because we have been so blessed to have this amazing support system in our lives, we have been able to face some of our darkest and most challenging moments. This support group will allow us, to give back …

This is a group for Moms at all levels of motherhood who are interested in finding out more about Mocha Moms before actually joining.  We invite you to join us for 2 events before deciding to join.  Mocha Moms is a support group for our diverse community of mothers that call the Bay Area our home and any mother who has chosen not to work full-time outside of the home in order to devote more time to their families and communities. While many of our members have eliminated employment altogether, o …

This is a 40-50's  aged happy  couples group who want to expand their circle of friends while enjoying the best of what the bay area offers. We also believe that nurturing our couplehood is important in keeping the fire well and alive by having fun together, especially since we work quite hard in our professional lives. We get busy..but its even more important to spend that special couple time to "play".  Whether you are new in town, married, or in a committed dating status, what matters is that …

Hosted by a certified teacher who is specialized in teaching/designing multimedia materials, this is a meetup for Chinese learners who want to progress with a structural course. There will be print-outs each time. We will look at pronunciation, grammar, dialogue, and listening comprehension. The goal is to improve and maintain your proficiency with systematic and structural lessons. If you seriously want to improve, this is the meetup for you. Where: Coffee shop inside Barnes & Nobel @ Hillsdale …

Are you interested in buying distressed property for your own use, for flipping or investments? Want to know where the banks are coming from on Short Sale and REO (foreclosure) sales? Want to know what makes a deal and you attractive to a bank seller? We'll take you step by step through the process and have fun doing it!  REO and Short Sales can be excellent purchases. We will take you to see available properties and help you understand what to look for.  Demystify the process and gain the edge …

For all Wine Lovers, introducing a unique opportunity to taste Artisan, handcrafted wines not available in retail stores. This is a special and fun group. Everyone will have a great time trying some incredible wines and getting some basic wine education and food pairing ideas. Bringing the wine country to you is a great way to bring good people together. To share the experience of discovering and tasting exclusive wines.

Entrepreneurial moms meet and network with each other. Anyone who owns a business, wants to own one, is working on a creative venture, or wants to be around other business women in Oakland and surrounding neighborhoods can be a part of this Exchange. You do not have to be a business owner yet. This Exchange is about networking, helping each other through trials and tribulations, questions, problems, educating, and empowering each other. We will invite special speakers and some of our own members …