Explore your natural ability to find love, wisdom, and freedom in your life. We will explore a contemplative method of "Spiritual Exercises" to unlock and begin to understand our true nature as Soul. A lighter form of going within than meditation, it uses the ancient name of God, HU, as a Spiritual Key to better understand our daily lives. In this group, we will learn how to: * Recall and resolve past-life lessons to help you today. * Interpret your dreams with help of a "Dream Master" your p …

We're an educational nonprofit, the Monterey Bay Holistic Alliance, providing free access to health and wellness events. If you're a wellness enthusiast, freely post or discover health and wellness events here! Jazzercise, Tai Chi, hiking, yoga, dance, meditation,  cooking or nutrition, Reiki, naturopathy, hypnotherapy, acupuncture, senior events, arts and crafts, massage therapy, essential oils,  animal communication, and more. Whether you are searching for resources or you are  promoting your …

The purpose of our Meetup group is to provide photo shoots, workshops and classes as a forum for creative experimentation with portrait photography. We have just opened an amazing 1000 square foot studio in Live Oak, Santa Cruz. So our groups main focus will be studio portraiture with some location portraiture also. We will strive to provide opportunities to experience a variety of portrait settings, models and types of photography including: casual portraits, fashion, glamor, movement, dance, c …

Welcome all artists, painters, drawers and sketchers to the Meetup Monterey Drawing and Painting Group! We're here to connect local artists to meet-up and draw with like-minded creatives in the Monterey Bay area. Meetups for weekly field sketching, life drawing, portfolio sharing, and gallery shows. Collaborative projects include sketchbook publishing and group shows. Tune in for information on upcoming events, demos, openings, paintouts and workshops. Open to any and all practicing artists in t …

What Toastmasters Can Do For You Your potential is limited only by your excuses. Whether you work in a corporate environment or from home, whether you are a student or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining communication and leadership skills. Become a Better Speaker Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. By learning to formulate and convey your ideas, you open a new world of po …

It is a exploration of the practices of Taoist priest ..and friends of TAO .. You will be trained in many different Practices and being introduced to the lineage of the Tao and the spirits and guardians that protect them

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Meeting of writers: to share, to encourage and to practice our art. We will gather once a month to write together. There are many great tools and practices we can use to stimulate our brains and open doorways into the writer within. I believe that together we can learn how to express ourselves fully, and freely, and experience the true joy of writing.

My wife and I are passionate about art, theater, film and most things creative and we need to create a community of people who feel the same way, and want to get out and experience the variety of art that the Monterey Peninsula has to offer, as well as, meet some great new people.

Want some extra fun and physically stimulating workouts, or perhaps a way to break into the aerial circus and dance arts? Well you've come to the right group! I (Jeanette) teach aerial silks, hammock and Lyra, as well as vertical bar, hoop dance, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, BodyFlow (yoga), PiYo (Pilates) and Konga. Where ever, when ever and to whom ever; just for you, Santa Cruz. Join the group and let's get moving!

We are a gathering of wellness-focused women and men who enjoy socializing with other light-hearted folks, cooking and eating healthy, and creating a nurturing community who values feeling naturally uplifted. Dance, yoga, writing, photography, surfing, meditation, art-making, energy work, gardening, and/or drumming may be a part of how you focus on your wellness. Let's gather together in joyful company to meet like-minded friends, share good food, and share and learn about beneficial wellness pr …

Phoenix women rising is a growing community of women where you will get the support and resources you need to move through grief in a healthy and empowered way. Combining more than 35 years of professional work in empowerment and healing,   Hannah Tunkel, MFT and Erin Ramsden, MA are expert emotional alchemists offering tools to speed up your healing and help you recreate your life. Our meetups will include a sampling of guided visualizations, mindfulness techniques, art therapy, breath work, mo …

LOTUS MILLER & ANTARA DAVIS facilitate many empowerment teachings, meditation groups and assorted creative arts at Twin Lotus Center such as: Weekly Meditation ~ Energy Healing ~ Creative Spirit-Arts ~ Earth Wisdom Teachings ~ Indigenous Crafts ~ Crystal Wisdom and so much more. These are all Sacred Wisdom Circles & Healing Ways Honoring All Traditions. If you are looking for a light-hearted friendly community set in an atmosphere of sacred space with both beginners and seasoned teachers as memb …

Formerly a Scrapbooking instructor, i am interested in starting a group that brings together like minded people to create paper arts and have fun doing it. Whether you have never scrapbooked, or are an avid scrapper, there is something for everyone. I will show you how to incorporate beading, fabric, paints, and more onto cards and scrapbook pages. Paper folding, mosaic techniques and so much more. The first class is free...come and see if its for you. The classes will be limited to 8 seats. Com …

Learn Krav Maga, the Israeli Defense Forces hand to hand combat fighting system. Learn to defend yourself with Easy to learn techniques while simultaneously getting fit.

This is a group for anyone wanting to change there social lives with anyone including women. Attracting and seducing women that You want in your life!!! Plus, I will teach you how to show the real you, meaning personality, not what you have. It doesn't matter what age you are, but I want a group that works together and helps out each other on their weaknesses and strengths. I will teach you how to be more social, attract more people into your life and have fun while doing it. This method that i …

Our group is a fundraiser for two amazing stupas that will be built in the Santa Cruz mountains. Master Mingtong Gu will teach us how to expand our wisdom and healing energy through the practice of qigong. Our group meets one time only at Pacific Cultural center on May 11 2013 at 1:30 pm -6:30 pm. We will learn and be practicing a form of qigong all day that has been know to heal many difficult to cure diseases. Please join us for a world class event that could change your life. meet interestin …

The club welcomes people who want to learn to fence, young and old, as well as people who already know how to fence, or used to fence and want to start again. Remember, you might think you've forgotten how, but you haven't. Classes are offered through the Y for beginners, three times a year. The rest of us meet Sundays from 1 to 2:30 or 3, and Tuesdays from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Enter through the side door to the gym. Military fencers are always welcome. Allez!

At Adventist Friends you will be greeted with a smile. The group is comprised of Adventist families, couples, singles, young & more mature; in other words, people of all ages, shapes, sizes, and race. The group is focused on bringing together Adventist believers for social and spiritual fellowship. Some of the social events you might see here is: Hikes, Brunches, Travel Events (local and out of town), Art Events, Kayaking, Snorkeling and Scuba, Camping, Rock Climbing, BBQ & Pool Parties, Geocash …

Is your family new to Santa Cruz? Do you have a toddler? Do you like breakfast? Does your kid like to run around and play? Is you answered yes to all these questions, come join us. We like to go out for breakfast Saturday mornings to places like Silver Spur, Linda's, Harbor Cafe and Walnut Cafe. After breakfast we head to a nearby park or go down to the beach and let our kid run around and do the kid thing. -=-=-=-=--=- About Us We moved here about a year ago and are looking to make some friend …