Hi there, If you're looking to start an apparel manufacturing business, you've come to the right place.  The purpose of this group is to direct people to the resources they need in order to gain knowledge about creating a successful apparel or sewn products venture.  There will be invitations to classes and lectures about how to write a business plan, how to approach resources you need in order to get your product developed and finally mass-produced in S.F. or Oakland.  There will also be real w …

Yogi Ramadin hosts ongoing workshops in person and online empowering others in divine practice and sacred relating. We share about what it means to have a Tantra practice, the distinctions of Red, White and Pink Tantra and how we can embody these practices to have a rich, empowered and connected life. We will host ongoing discussion groups and workshops that build on each other to create rich understanding. If you would like one of these groups offered in your area or to a private group, please …

Bay Area Friends (BAF) is a social group for people with genital herpes (HSV1, HSV2) who live in the greater San Francisco Bay Area. With @ 3000 members (combining our Meetup and Yahoo Groups), we are one of the largest Herpes social groups in the USA. We welcome everyone over 18 who is interested in making new friends, sharing fun activities together, and meeting others who share our surprisingly common situation. BAF has NO DUES, NO officers, NO social directors and NO budget. Instead, we rely …

Bring Your Site, Improve Your Design Are you building a website without a designer? Do you feel like there's something wrong, but can't quite put your finger on it? Are you a designer looking for some feedback? No matter how much time you’ve put into your website, chances are it could still benefit from a designer’s “fresh pair of eyes”. We’ll review your website and make suggestions for improvement. We’ll go through examples and analyze the content, typography, look and feel, accessability, etc …

Social events for the purpose of connection Get together with other NVC people in the SF Bay Area! See what social events other nonviolent communication community members are hosting and join in! Or host your own event and invite members of our community. These events may be an NVC community party, group dinner, hike, movie followed by discussion, or a group going to a public event. It could involve creative new ideas like an empathy contest or invite your friends to a BayNVC intro night, and th …

I am new to caring for Feral Cats in my neighborhood in Oakland and would love to meet other cat lovers who want to care for cats in their community. Share ideas, visit each other's cat communities, TNR together, share stories, etc. If this is you, I would LOVE to meet you and support us coming together.

The East Bay Series (EBS) takes place monthly (except for August and December) on a Wednesday evening at locations convenient to those who live and work in the East Bay, Tri-Valley and beyond in the Capital Corridor and Central Valley. The EBS theme is “real-life stories of entrepreneurial success,” reflecting how we use real-life experiences to give you practical recommendations with great take-away value. The format is a moderated panel discussion, typically with between three and five members …

If you are seeking a church that is guided by the teachings of Jesus in an open-minded and progressive way, a way to work for justice and peace, both locally and globally, a beautiful, inspiring, natural setting, a diverse, inclusive, multi-racial, open and affirming community, inspiring preaching and music, a community where God’s love knows no bounds, where all are welcome, young, old, rich, poor, different colors and sexual orientation a nurturing faith community that supports families, one w …

Skyline Community Church is pleased to be a part of the United Church of Christ (UCC). The UCC embraces a theological heritage that affirms the Bible as the authoritative witness to the Word of God, the creeds of the ecumenical councils, and the confessions of the Reformation. We seek a balance between freedom of conscience and accountability to the apostolic faith. The UCC’s “God is Still Speaking” campaign seeks to promote messages of unconditional welcome and inclusion, illustrating UCC’s …

Meet fellow Boston Terriers and Boston Terrier Lovers near you! Come to a local Boston Terrier Meetup to talk, compare notes, and play in a casual setting. This is an informal gathering of Boston owners. Organizer is not a breeder and cannot provide such advice. Also, if you are interested in promoting dog-related products or services, please do not contact organizer -- rather, just post a message on our message board.

This is a group of people who enjoy the diverse culture of Oakland, recognize a need, and want to be involved. Oakland is a terrific area with a diverse need and tremendous opportunity. We hope that you will head the call and join - there are opportunities to suggest/sponsor volunteer opportunities and participate in organized volunteer opportunities.

Updated: April 16, 2013 About us Welcome trail runners! News Schedule in 2013 Our regular weekly morning group trail runs take place on: Tuesdays 6 AM, Thursdays 6 AM, and easy Sundays 10 AM in Berkeley. Other runs take place in Oakland and other areas of the East Bay. New members of all paces are invited to drop-in and attend meets for a free trial month. Our group is small and limited in size to keep our meets from becoming impersonal, and to maintain an active roster of members. This is …

This group is for educators, organizers, students, artists, and anyone who cares about Oakland. The goal is to provide you with the Tools to the do the "inner" work, so that you can be more dynamic and successful in transforming and raising the vibration of the beautiful city of Oakland. --> The Tools: Yoga, meditation, wisdom/knowledge, stress reduction and energy-building techniques.

Group for residents and supporters who are interested in building community in the Jack London District of Oakland CA.

You want people to laugh at your face? Me and my film crew are making a short comedy sketch! We have legit prosumer cameras, mics of every stripe, scouted locations, a script, a shoot schedule and, hell, we'll even throw in some craft services. All we need is some actors! We're looking for folks of comedy improv and stage background for a dynamic, highly visual sketch. If this sounds like something you'd like to be a part of, please RSVP and we'll get back to you ASAP. As mentioned, we have a sc …

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 is a group for anyone interested in participating in local community development and or international development outreach efforts. I’ve always been interested in helping others and participating in community outreach, but didn’t really find a start until some friends invited me to join them in Cambodia to participate in their work there; I loved the experience, and am now taking part. So I started this social group to create a fun way for people to get together and find ways to participate …

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 …

Relational Alchemy is a community dedicated to: creating more fulfilling interactions by extending empathy, love and respect letting go of stories and judgements, in service of creating more connection and intimacy recasting relationship as a moment-to-moment dance of possibilities spreading conscious community, by respecting where everyone is at having fun and making friends The Relational Alchemy Community Nights are nomadic, often taking place in Berkeley or Oakland, and occasionally in San …

Este grupo es para los profesionales de la salud mental (psicoterapeutas, trabajadores sociales, etc.) y hispanoparlantes avanzados que estén interesados en mejorar sus habilidades de Español en el campo. Hablantes nativos están invitados a participar. Por favor, tengan en cuenta que este grupo es principalmente para los que tengan un alto nivel de Español - si eres un principiante, o todavia estás aprendiendo como comunicarte, te sugiero que tomes más clases o únate a otro grupo de meetup, y qu …

Join with other creative souls to do some beading! These are free fun social events so you can make space and time for your creative spirit and be a part of a creative community! Beading gatherings can happen in the Bead Inspirations classroom when there are not classes scheduled. Check our calendar for the latest information. Bring your own tools, rent them from Bead Inspirations for $1/tool, or borrow tools for free with a $20 minimum purchase. Bring your own materials, or buy what you need t …

"Hotel Professionals of the Bay Area" is a networking group for managers, supervisors and lead employees working at small, medium and full-service hotels in the Bay Area. Let's meet and discuss changes taking place in revenue management, online distribution, direct sales, digital marketing, social media/guest reviews, guest rewards, amenities, employment law, ADA, hotel technology, housekeeping, employee training & safety/security.

Welcome! AOHL is an inclusive homeschooling support group in the San Francisco East Bay. Our goals are developing friendships amongst members, organizing activities, sharing resources, creating liaisons with other home-learning groups, and providing information to those considering or new to home-learning. AOHL promotes tolerance and respect towards all members regardless of learning style; family configuration; or racial, cultural and religious background. We welcome diversity. AOHL is for pare …

This is a one time event being held at Piedmont Cinemas. A group of holistic chiropractors and alternative health practitioners are sponsoring the showing of a new documentary film called Doctored. Doctored reveals the unseen tactics of these “influencers” in an investigation that leads to the highest levels of the American Medical Association (AMA) and reveals an alarming portrait of deception and criminality. At the end of the evening 5 raffle prizes will be given away (values at $10 each) and …

International Rescue Group is an Alameda based volunteer nonprofit doing humanitarian marine based aid locally and internationally. We seek adventuresome individuals interested in acquiring boating / sailing skills, interested in international / local boating/ sailing and volunteer / humanitarian service / aid. All are welcome and we especially seek those with second language skills, Spanish a plus and those with medical / nursing / students / professionals with a desire to build a nonprofit and …