In these times of great change and transformation there is a deep calling from within that urges us to step more fully into our role in service to one another and a planet in need. The form of our service varies, but the premise remains the same- as we create and embrace true healing and peace from within, so too can we emanate and share this with others. In this meetup group we will explore a range of topics in energy healing, conscious manifestation, leadership and empowerment, mind-body medic …

This group is for people who are seeking to establish deep spiritual friendships both with others, and with themselves. We will commit to co-creating an atmosphere that offers deep listening, unwavering compassion -- and potentially life-altering challenge to the status quo. This ongoing group will explore and practice ways to 1) Access our deepest wisdom, and 2) More completely integrate and embody that wisdom in all aspects of our lives. In this process, we’ll draw respectfully from many s …

Join us on our journey to our BEST SELF. NOT just a meetup, this is a MOVEMENT. A movement towards a new generation of "whole black women who are EMPOWERED in every area of their lives. Whole women make SMART decisions and know their value. We refer to ourselves as Diamonds and we are priceless! We bring out the BEST in each other! We plan events that cater to EVERY aspect of your life. We workout together, travel together, save and invest together, pray together, solve problems together. We …

THE CENTER FOR SHAMANIC HEALING was founded in March 2009 by a circle of Shamanic Healers, Teachers and Practitioners dedicated to bridging Shamanic and Spiritual healing into the 21st century as a living, thriving art. This is a blend of ancient and ancestral wisdom with new direct engagement with spirit. Whether your goal is personal growth or personal healing; understanding your own divinity, joyful attainment of your dreams, or pursuing a path as a shamanic practitioner, our intent is that t …

This group is meant to be a meaningful, radical gathering of people who relate to the word, "androgynous."  Whether you identify as queer, gay, bisexual, third gender, lesbian, straight, transgender, two-spirit, pansexual... if you don't have a name for yourself at all, and you like it that way! We are a fraternity and a sorority all at once, and we acknowledge all who cross our paths. If you've always yearned for a non-judgmental outlet to explore masculinity, femininity and everything else in …

It is my desire to support people by organizing a monthly group where we can get to know and encourage each other, network, learn and explore our unique and sacred paths to success. All are welcome.....anyone wanting to move forward in life in a positive way, creating their best life. I also will be inviting other speakers in the health and happiness field to share their expertise.  I've been in the healing field for over 10 years and have connected with some amazing people.  I am a B.E.S.T. pra …

On going Drop in group. change your thinking, change your life. Manifest your dreams. find your blocks and remove them. come explore with us, as we use many tools of growth and change. "The four Agreements" Don Miguel Ruiz "The work " Byron Katie, Abraham Hicks, Eckhart Tolle, Deepak Choppra, Seth, Rumi And Hafiz. Join us as we evolve.

Who am I really---beyond appearances? Using simple, profound and fun Zen experiments we explore who/what we are at Source. It's surprising. These experiments were developed by Douglas Harding: "On Having No Head: Zen and the Re-Discovery of the Obvious". www.headless.org.

Who am I.......at Source? We explore simple, profound, fun zen experiments to find out. These are based on Douglas Hardings' "On Having No Head: Zen and the Re-Discovery of the Obvious". I have been doing these experiments for 37 years----and still find them surprising!

This specialty Toastmasters club explores communication of all kinds. If you are in ANY relationship (relatives, friends, romance, co-workers, boss, biographer, etc.) you are invited to learn and share what you know about communicating with others. The second hour of each monthly meeting we feature guest subject matter experts -- authors, therapists, coaches, etc. who teach and lead us. As a Toastmasters club we also schedule prepared speeches, work on impromptu speaking and constructively evalu …

Serene - [sa-reen](adjective) - 1. Bright, Clear and Calm; Shining with Clear, Steady Light. 2. Unruffled. (noun) - 1. The state of being serene; Composure; Repose [Webster's Collegiate Dictionary] Meet others who are gathering for education, support, advice and safe companionship, in the many topics of self-improvement. Come join us, as we delve into and explore meaningful life topics which focus on improving the experience of Life. Topics of the day include: self-esteem, relationships, goal se …

A group for photographers (Ages 20's and 30's) interested in getting out and taking photos around the Bay Area and beyond. Let's make new friends, explore new places, learn from one another, and take photos.  Activities include photo walks, day trips, night exploration, workshops, and more. All experience levels welcome. This group focuses on building relationships and meetup's will be kept to a manageable and comfortable amount of people. Thanks, Chris Brodell e&b photography http://www.enbpho …

This group is meant to fill the surprising dearth of regularly meeting pagan/wiccan groups in the Berkeley/Oakland area. We celebrate and practice some of the cultural traditions of Celtic and Gaelic origin, including gaining a better understanding of nature by exploring seasonal change. Once enough people join, I hope to find a monthly meeting time that works for everyone. During our meetings we will engage in creative self expression, discuss what we are learning, create seasonal arts and craf …

Are you an empowered Woman who has achieved success but still craves a satisfying Sexual & Intimate Life? Do you have a background in Spirituality & Transformation and want to dive into awakening your Sexuality? Do you want to learn to use the power of Female Sexuality but don't know how to get started? Are you craving an intimate container with other Women to share, connect and discuss Feminine Sexuality? Does the idea of a bi-weekly meeting space designed just for you, with tangible methods an …

This is a great group that meets to explore various protocols for detoxification.  In each meeting, the benefits of cleansing are explored and free educational materials are made available.  Seasonal group-supported cleanses are also sponsored.  Come on, what are you waiting for?  Join a group that is interested in helping you be the HEALTHIEST YOU that you can be.  We look forward to seeing you soon.

We are a diverse group interested in the study of Chinese characters in the context of the Korean language with the goal of: - improving our knowledge of Korean by expanding our character-based vocabulary - forming a basis for East Asian cultural literacy by exploring our shared heritage Our members include: - Korean language learners who desire a more structured way to learn vocabulary - speakers of Korean as a heritage language who want to improve their comprehension skills - speakers of other …

This is a group for casual hikers, dogs and their friends who love to hit the trail for fun and exercise. Based in the East Bay we'll explore dog friendly hikes in the bay area. Dogs of all sizes and breeds that are (mostly) well behaved are welcome. We also encourage non dog owning folks to join us. If you enjoying being with/hiking with dogs, we would love to have you join us on a hike. Please let me know if you'd like to lead a hike : ) we are always happy to have new leaders and learn new t …

East Bay LGBTQQ Fun Group rocks! We're all about making amazing friends, doing awesome, queer-centric stuff in the Bay Area, exploring and having fun! Come one, come all, if you're a member, friend or ally of the LGBTQQ community! Our mission is to find queer-friendly stuff to do that's relatively close to public transit. Ideas include, but are not limited to, restaurants, festivals, music shows, comedy, volunteering, museums, hiking/camping/backpacking, dance parties, clubs, sports, game nights …

In December 2011, I was sitting in a three-day, 13-hours-a-day Landmark Education self-improvement seminar in San Francisco, and all I could think about was escaping through one of the hermetically sealed windows and making a dash for Nob Hill, the only thing resembling a steep incline in the area. It was during the dinner break during the final day of the seminar that I conspired with Paul Schutzman and Mai-Ling Garcia -- two of the very cool people with whom I'd made a connection during our th …

Work hard during the week. Play even harder during the weekend! Bay Area Weekenders will explore all that this amazing area has to offer with a group of really fun and friendly people. Your favorite musician is coming to town...let's go! Hiking anyone? Want to visit the new bar, restaurant and lounge in the neighborhood... let's do it! Here is a sample of the kinds of events to expect in Bay Area Weekends: Cocktail Parties and Mixers Concerts and Other Music Events Competitive Events for Grou …

We are a growing group of people dedicated to cultivating wellness and fulfillment. We gather every Monday evening from 7:30-9:00p at Alameda Community Acupuncture (1716 Lincoln Ave in Alameda, CA) to practice qigong and meditation together. Tea will be served.  Basic instruction is provided and practitioners of all experience levels are welcome. There is no cost to practice with us. Donations are welcome but not required.

Crime and Punishment, Anna Karenina, A Tale of Two Cities......this group is for anyone who wants to re-visit classics such as these or explore them for the first time. This will be a casual book club and anyone with an interest in classic fiction is welcome! We will vote on our selection each month (except for the first). This group will not be a formal affair with prepared questions, etc. Instead, we will have a free-flowing discussion about the read over food and libations (if you so desire).

Hello Gorgeous Ladies, Are you tired of being bombarded with hair commercials and magazines that tell you what you should do with your hair? Are you sick and tired of paying over $60 dollars a week to get your hair done, and it still breaks and falls out? Come explore the joy of natural hair care. I decided to go natural two months ago, I cut most of my hair off and ever since then it has gotten alot thicker and longer than it used to be. Join us and meet other gorgeous natural beauties so we ca …

Purpose of group: for people in Oakland and Bay Area who would like to immerse in events with a focus on practical application of NVC in daily life. You are invited to join this group whether or not you have had any exposure at all to Nonviolent Communication-or years of experience. Join if you want to PRACTICE with others hearing and being heard in ways that invite understanding, clarity and connection.

This is mainly for people who want to meet others in Alameda to socialize and make new friends or people wanting to explore the Island :) Since it has been hard to meet people in the island of Alameda , I decided to try starting a group to see if we can get people together to try out restaurants, happy hours, tennis etc..mostly in Alameda with the possibility of expanding to other parts once we are tired of Alameda ;) Feel free to join even if you are not in Alameda but want to check places …

No more ugly apps. Our aim is to create mobile designs that are beautiful, easy to use and profitable. This meetup is designed for those interested in user experience, UI, workflow and design on Android or iOs. It is geared towards engineers, designers, usability researchers and app enthusiasts who want explore what makes for great mobile design. We crave uncovering the secrets of great design. Why? The world needs more beauty.

What's not to love about SUP? We're a group of dedicated, enthusiastic Stand Up Paddlers of all skill levels who meet regularly to enjoy time on the water. Stand Up Paddle (aka SUP) is a terrific way to explore the East Bay and environs be it the Oakland Estuary or the San Francisco Bay, a great way to meet other water-loving folks, and an addictive form of exercise. Join us on one of our regularly scheduled stand up paddles and find out for yourself. See you on the water! Members of East Bay SU …

Welcome to the EnlightenNext Bay Area book club Meet-up! This book club is intended for anyone interested in exploring evolutionary spirituality and ideals. So far we have read and discussed together Evolutionary Enlightenment by Andrew Cohen, Evolutionaries by Carter Phipps and we are currently reading Spirit of Fire by Ursula King on the life and vision of Teilhard de Chardin. We meet on alternating Tuesday nights from 7:30 - 9pm. Check out our calendar and page for details on chapters to be d …