Creating and sharing is transformative. Artists, healers and anyone interested in spiritual development is welcome. Our workshops feature artists, writers, spiritual teachers, life coaches, psychotherapists, and wellness professionals who come together to support personal empowerment and healing.

Aloha  New members; Please read all of this important information. Backroads Wine & nature Adventures is a unique combination of wine viticulture, physical fitness, art, photography, & nature adventures. I conduct full time activity to research, trail blazing, Exploring, volunteering, & networking with Wineries, Recreation equipment providers, Land owners, & providing donations to various NP organizations. Come join the fun of exploring seldom visited and little known places of interest, such as …

An intimate social gathering to escape daily life, where you celebrate with friends, neighbors, artists, and discoverers, tasting premium wines, the smooth freshness of a micro brew, local and imported delicacies stir your appetite, and the visual explosion of seeing for the first time one of a kind works of art that are both beautiful and functional. The discoveries are just beginning here, as you talk with the artist, gain insight into the motivation for the work of art, and feel the craftsman …

This is an open group for people drawn to street photography, street art and graffiti. The Bay Area is home to a great many murals and tags and outdoor art installations and were here to explore and enrich them ;) I encourage you to participate as much or as little as you would like by discussing new and exciting new places to meet and enjoy some art under the sun! or maybe lurk in the moonlight. Welcome!

This group uses art & photography in a unique way. This is the perfect group for anyone interested in a new and inovative way to have inner exploration. I am a Masters level professional who holds a dregree in Art Therapy. I have also been trained in Photo Therapy. I have over 6 years experience in both Art and Photo Therapy. Art Therapy is the use of art making to improve the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of individuals of all ages. The creative process of making the artwork allows …

We are a small active and academically inclined homeschooling support group mainly having activities in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord and the neighboring cities. Our activities are for children ages 7 and above and our homeschooling philosophies include, but are not limited to:Classical, Charlotte Mason, and Eclectic Methods. We hope to attract like-minded friends to support each other through events such as public speaking, craft/movie nights, mini science fairs, co-op classes, field t …

Zumba Building Bridges and Community Circles This meetup group includes Zumba Teachers, DJs, Zumba Fans and Community Circles Fans in the San Francisco Bay Area who are building and becoming a part of unique cultural groups centered around Fitness and Music. It is sponsored by Building Bridges, a California non-profit organization that supports music, arts and fitness in our schools and community. What is Zumba? Zumba a registered trademark of Zumba Fitness LLC.   Zumba teachers train and re …

Events that focus on Technology, Art, Green and Sustainability (TAGS). Demo's, speakers, tours and other fun events will be put together by this group. Open discussions on these topics, connections to other events related to these topics and film/video of related topics will be part of this groups core.

This group is hosted by Miggi and Michael who love food and wine. We are hard-core foodies that roast our own coffee beans, pick and cure olives, and will go to any length to enjoy a fantastic, total food experience. Miggi is 40 plus+, writes food and wine articles for a Chinese gourmet magazine, and teaches cooking classes in client's homes. She loves traveling and learning different cultures. Michael is 50+, works days in the tech industry, and records classical music in his spare time. The gr …

All about Art! By being a part of this meetup you will be responsible for your own safety and well being. You must use your own common sense and not hold the leaders of the group liable for any mishap.

For those interested in learning about Filipino Martial Arts, otherwise known as Kali, Eskrima or Arnis.

The purpose of this group is to connect like-minded people in the areas of emergency preparedness (prepping) for both natural and man-made disasters. We gather for meet ups to share ideas, network, have training activities, and make friends to work together in case a disaster situation occurs. As for myself I am a family-man, C.E.R.T. & FEMA trained, prior military, martial arts trained, current student of Sierra School of Survival ( featured on Doomsday Preppers), and have been prepping for yea …

Pekiti-Tirsia Kali Tracy welcomes all individuals of good will who want to learn, practice and train in the Filipino Martial Art of Pekiti-Tirsia Kali (PTK). We train in the development of skills in combat weaponry fighting (stick, knife and empty-hands) for personal protection and physical fitness. Come and join us! All levels welcome! No martial arts experience necessary! All you need is a desire to learn, be open-minded, respect to fellow practitioners and have fun. First class is always FREE …

The Liminal Art Salon meetup group is a forum for incubating authentic expression. Its purpose is to guide, stimulate and inspire artists and seekers to renew the spirit and power of true, authentic creative expression. Liminal literally means "threshold". To create from a liminal state is to cross the threshold between everyday reality and the invisible realms of supra rational consciousness. We aim to generate, brainstorm and cultivate ideas, imaginings, creations, events and collaborations. O …

Come out for a lesson in figure drawing. All levels are welcome. This group is inspiring and challenging to every individual. Bring art into the complicated spectrum of your life and find out what you have been missing. We train you in technique but also we train your eyes to see the beautiful in everyday life.

Although many (but not all) of us are Star Wars fans, being a Jedi isn't about occasionally dressing up or having fun with lightsabers. Jedi is someone who through their own will and spirit strives to be a stronger, better, and more helpful person to the world. "Utilizing the truth in fiction", we strive to follow a path inspired by the fictional Jedi in Star Wars in our real lives. Our meetings cover a variety of types of training, including martial arts, meditation, energy work, philosophy, he …

During our meetups you will learn engaging art lessons for your children. Learn it through us, and then teach it at home with your child. This is great way to bond with your child and have them learn directly from their most loved person in the world! I have been teaching art to childenn for nearly 5 years and have created lesson plans that are in depth and not too crafty. This way the lessons still teach classical art techniques. I often place art history into the lessons in order to teach cult …

Depending on the subject of the meeting we will explore Art, Music Culture and Literature. The purpose of the group is to experience and share interests in Art, Music etc..

This is a group for anyone interested in making a difference in the Healing Arts. We welcome Practitioners who have a Soulful purpose in supporting the Mind Body Spirit connection. I started this group because I would like to use my creative skills and abilities in assisting others to live a life that will be meaningful in many unique ways.

Calling all who know that making art in community is the best way to nurture yourself, and that well-led workshops can free a flood of good work. Class time is spent on mini-lectures, demonstrations of technique, journaling, painting, drawing and meditation with limited discussion. As artists the work is our journey. Safety is established through clear guidelines and confidentiality. Pack a snack. 30% off when you buy 3 Art for Personal Growth workshops in advance ($90.00 value). About the Leade …

Create art from that wild place within, free from worry and perfection! Enjoy the company of like-minded people, who love arts & crafts with some self-exploration thrown in to keep things interesting! Projects include batiks and felt-making, book-making and paper play, intuitive painting, dream boxes, multi-media vision collages, life journey time lines, and many more brilliant ideas. This group is perfect for the beginning artist and experienced pro. Some instruction will be given with plenty o …

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This is a group for contemporary artists in the Silicon Valley area who desire to meet other artists for the sake of fostering artistic community. Silicon Valley is a tough area to work in as a contemporary artist. With the exception of a few galleries and museums, and some small collegial art programs, meeting other artists so as not to be creating is a vacuum is difficult at best. Engaging with other artists is key to sustaining an art practice, both for the purposes of moral support, getting …

This is a group for people who love Yoga, Pilates, Zumba Dance, Tai Chi , Martial Arts, Karate, Meditation, Hiking, Biking and other sports that strength one's body and mind. Through this group, you will find other like-minded people to practice and share experience.

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 …

Maverick Meetups... are nightly gatherings of artists, innovators and audiences actively connecting people so that they can empower each other while providing 5 Diamond customer service with a hip, chic world class lounge experience. Where hearts of all sizes, origins, and visions find their inspiration in the art of filmmaking... Our objective this year is to celebrate the experience with programs built to connect with creativity, inspire innovation, and celebrate empowerment. Connectors furthe …

A group based in 3d Digital art forms. Using Poser, Daz3d, and Photoshop to create original pin up designs. Starting with a computer generated model or live models to be edited into pin ups, either as a finished product, or a base to be painted. We will have group meetings to discuss techniques and ideas. Outings for art galleries, and promotion of pin up artwork. Dedicated to teaching, tips and tricks, and exposure for established or up and coming artists. We welcome all forms of pin up artwork …

This is a group dedicated to learning, growing, and performing together as opera singers. Let's bring free, live performances of opera to the community, whether this means putting together scenes concerts, an evening of arias and art songs, or a full-fledged one-act or grand opera! The Contra Costa County needs a community opera group. Let's be that group and bring opera back.