Welcome to the Twin Cities Shyness & Social Anxiety Meet-up Group! Do people say "You're quiet"? Has anxiety in social situations made your life difficult? Our primary goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where members, like you, may share similar thoughts, emotions, experiences and resources, and to break isolation. Here, we provide support groups, self-help materials and social outings (community events, restaurants, movies, museums, amusement parks, etc.). With these resources, w …

The best way to learn about dating is to learn through others. Whether they are recently divorced, newly single, or have been single for some time. Let's help crack "the singles" bubble that all of us have been under. Through the various book discussions I hope we all can learn new information, share important tips, and gain more confidence in ourselves to earn more dates . Through this group's monthly book discussions we will learn more about: - Best Places To Dine Out in Twin Cities wh …

Only Urban - The group for Minnesota's total urbanophiles! Only Urban was started to specialize in only city activities. If you enjoy exploring the heart of the Twin Cities or wish to do so then this is the group for you. We visit alternative clubs, go dancing, taste new food, go to art galleries, support the local arts community, locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, and businesses. We love cool and interesting events and activities so if you have ideas for group that are in St. Paul or Minn …

Secular Bible Study is a joint effort between religious believers and atheists in the Twin Cities to study and discuss the Bible and Religion -- not to engender any specific religious or non-religious view, but to explore their historical context, societal impact and cultural relevance. SBS invites expert speakers to lecture on particular topics and lead discussions; and facilitates respectful and constructive reasoning dialogues between people of many different (or no) beliefs, providing the op …

Welcome to Dharma Readers. This group is a book club which focuses on books that explore the many different facets of Buddhism. We welcome Buddhists and Non-Buddhists alike. We do not favor any particular form of Buddhism and seek only to deepen our understanding and knowledge of his teaching. This group is for those who want to learn more about the Dharma in a group setting. Format: We do an informal ten minute meditation before we start each meeting. Depending on the type of book we are readin …

If you are interested in all that is psychic and self development, whether this is new for you or not, this could be a group to explore.,  A meeting is held once a month of comprising of two parts. First, a discussion of a particular topic of interest,  we can share ideas, experiences, techniques or eduction. The second part of the group will devoted to actual practice time with each other, either in small groups or all together. Practice could be meditation, readings or healings. The goal for t …

Note: I have chosen to keep this group on the smaller side, so more members have an opportunity to attend events and so we have a good chance of getting to know each other better. Please take a look at our policies before signing up to join the group. Thanks! Hi there. A girl can never have too many girlfriends. If you're looking to get offline and meet great new people in and around St. Paul, this group is for you. Life is crazy busy, making it hard to meet new people. I don't know about you, b …

This user group is for people who develop or are interested in developing applications for the iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad. Do you have a project you'd like to create? Whether you're just into sharing ideas, or you would like to get some help developing your million dollar app, this is the group for you! You'll meet other developers and entrepreneurs in your area with whom you can discuss opportunities and get inspired. We'll also do a "deep dive" into more technical topics at some of the meetin …

This is a conscious community of spiritual, sexual, sensual beings that are looking to expand their experience.

Lots of people say they’d like to take a break from work. But precious few do. This group is for the doers and the dreamers. And anyone who’s caught in the work/life jungle and ready to hack a different path. if you've taken a sabbatical or a career break--or have entertained the notion--this group is for you! Let's get together now & then to share stories and plot adventures. We'll ponder the obstacles and the possibilities. And we'll talk about what it REALLY takes to let go of your "commitmen …

Tarot is largely a mystery. No one is certain of its creator/s or its exact origins.In that vein, traditional definitions of the cards are the author's truth. Tarot beckons us further however to find our own wisdom. Twin Cities Tarot Collective provides a meetup to explore your own wise eyes. It is monthly creative hands-on exploration of the Tarot as a divination tool, story telling device and/or creative strategy. Trusting one's own sense of each card's message will build a strong organic lang …

We are not a book club.  We are a group of women aged 50 plus who get a lot of  knowledge, support, ideas and encouragement from each other to be the best, happiest, true to ourselves people we can be.  We do this through discussing topics that each of us suggest at one point or another.  We may start out at one point and end up in a completely different direction because that is the way the wind blew our interest that night.  We laugh a lot, we get shocked, we share our knowledge and experience …

"Beauty is not in the face, beauty is a light in the heart" Khalil Gibran "The Beauty in Life is experiencing Yourself" At Dimensions of Beauty we believe that everyone is beautiful! Dimensions of Beauty is a group for women focused on redefining the meaning of beauty. It is about releasing the stereotypes around beauty and embracing our individual, authentic beauty. Dimensions of Beauty provides opportunities and events for exploring and enhancing beauty in the mind, body and spirit such as: La …

This group is for all lovers of Qi Gong, and those interested in learning about Qi Gong. Who Should Join? Any Individual interested in the pursuit of health and growth through the use of Qigong. All skill levels are welcome. Beginners:Beginners are especially welcome to this group. If you are brand new, there will be lots of new Qigong skills to be learned. Free intro classes and lectures will be organized monthly, and even some exciting classes to get your feet wet in experiencing the energy di …

Group for spiritually-conscious women solopreneurs and entrepreneurs who want to learn how to market their business, products, and books without selling their soul. Perfect for: Coaches Consultants Holistic Practitioners Event Planners Speakers Authors Solopreneurs Micro Entrepreneurs Meetups are a combination of networking, training, and hands-on implementation. Participants leave with new connections, knowledge they can use, and having actually worked on a specific marketing tactic. We are a …

Preserve Minneapolis is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Minneapolis by recognizing, preserving, and revitalizing the architectural and related cultural resources of the city of Minneapolis. We advocate, we explain, and we explore! On the odd months (think January, March, etc...) we host 'Happy Hour with a Preservationist', which are behind the scenes tours of hard to get into historic spaces. The cool thing is when we tour these places, many are undergoing or completing restoration …

Minnesota Inner City Outings (MN ICO), part of the North Star Chapter of the Sierra Club, provides inner city youth with an introduction to outdoor adventures including dayhikes, backpacking, canoeing, camping, and skiing. In conjunction with community agencies, MN ICO leads small groups of youth on, what is for many, their first outdoor experience. MN ICO provides the volunteer leaders with training in outdoor recreation and safety as well as all the equipment needed for the trip, while the age …

The Sistrum Channel invites you to experience your higher self. Connect with your guides through an intuitive channeling experience and receive answers to your questions of life. Channeling is information that comes through the higher perspective of Spirit. You already have the answers within your soul. Allow us help you connect to them. This group is for those who are interested in tuning in to inner guidance and receiving answers. Those who are interested in exploring spiritual growth, raising …

Most people tend to experience their reality as stressful, when they are having insecure or negative thoughts. When one chooses to take thoughts less seriously and more lightly, the mind quiets down and positive feelings emerge spontaneously. We have health and well-being already within us, ready to emerge as soon as our troubled thinking calms down. When this happens, we gain access to common sense, and we can tap into the universal capacity for creative problem solving or "innate wisdom." When …

This is a group for anyone interested in Creative Process. All of human culture is the result of human creativity, and each of us is inherently creative; for example, we create whenever we speak, write, dream, etc. Creativity is necessary in visual arts, music, science, business, technology, and every other human endeavor. All we need is to open our raw creative energy and apply it to our field of interest. This Meetup can enhance our creativity by teaching and learning from one another, by shar …

This group is for those who are experiencing chronic pain and digestive disorders who want to explore innovative and advanced technology for health. The ultimate goal of the group is to work towards creating positive solutions to deal with issues common to individuals with chronic health concerns. This group will offer integrative approaches to dealing with chronic disorders. Members of the group are encouraged to maintain a positive attitude of hope and draw on the collective wisdom of the part …

Kirtan Gatherings is your source for events related to kirtan, chanting, meditation and more in and around the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. These gatherings are supportive of the personal exploration of the spiritual path and living in community with an open heart and mind. Our organizers and event hosts make every effort to list all available events that may be of interest to our community. Please check the calendar for a list of events such as: Kirtan Meditation Workshops Classes Special celebr …

Come dance with us! Come celebrate, explore and honor the body. For 90 minutes, we move freely to professionally deejayed music. There are no instructions. You follow your own sensations, impulses, curiosities. This is not a class. It is a practice. You practice listening to your body wisdom, following your internal impulses and surrendering to intuition. We believe that our bodies are miraculous organisms of vitality, health, wisdom & happiness. We dance to deepen our awareness, to develop trus …

Metaphor is always with us in: what we read and write; what we see in media, film, T.V. and photography; in all forms of the arts, including the art of telling our stories from poetry to cultural fables to personal story, but it is also embedded in psychology and education. Metaphors are powerful and enrich our lives, but they also can have destructive impacts or sell us down the garden path making us think we need things that we don't. This Meetup will look at the art of metaphor. I will bring …

This is a group for anyone in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area interested in growing and exploring life through yoga, meditation, health and fun events!

What is Interspirituality? According to One Spirit Learning Alliance, "The Interfaith initiatives of the late twentieth century—the opening of dialogue and sharing of wisdom among leaders and practitioners of different religions—have flowered into an exciting new possibility for spiritual exploration and expression. The late Wayne Teasdale, author of The Mystic Heart, coined the term 'Interspirituality' to describe this new spiritual perspective." We'll be meeting up to explore Interspirituality …

This group has been created to fill the need for folks who appreciate a good cup of tea, while having some good conversation with good people!!! It is as simple as that. This group is about honest, friendly tea lovers to get together and "Explore" new teas, learn about teas and cultures and have some fun doing it. Fyi; I am the owner of Our Home Tea L.L.C. - www.ourhometea.com and I welcome your business outside of this group. Our Meet Ups are for fun not for franchise!!!

Let's get together for some fun in the great outdoors! This is a group for folks who love fresh air, good conversation, campfires, hiking, fishing, and to lay on a lawn chair gazing up at the stars in the wide open skies up north. Or anyone who loves to roast that perfect marshmellow. I started this group to meet other campers who love to get away from it all. I have the perfect campground for starters with lots of activities and plenty of stars to gaze at all night. We can go from there. I'm pl …