This is a support group for stutterers, organized as a Chapter of the National Stuttering Association (NSA). People who stutter, their family and friends, and anybody interested in increasing their understanding of stuttering, are all welcome to join our meetings. We do not promote any particular therapy and we encourage people to seek their own understanding, acceptance and solutions. The group provides a supporting environment for individual choices and personal issues related to stuttering. W …

NAAAP San Francisco is a volunteer-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We serve and support organizations, associations, and enterprises committed to the betterment of the Asian American community. The NAAAP-SF cultivates, supports, and promotes Asian American leaders. NAAAP offers professional development opportunities on the local and national level, engages its membership in community service, and organizes professional networking events. Through NAAAP, members work together to enhance l …

This group is for the Bay Area flash mob events of Dance Mob Nation -- www.DanceMobNation.com . We produce flash mobs all over the country and love to entertain when least expected. Join us to be a part of fun flash mobs!

Bottled water corporations are trying to change the way people think about water. Water is a human right and common resource, not a commodity to be bought and sold. By retailing and promoting bottled water in our national parks, the bottled water industry is attempting to paint its eco-unfriendly product green. Our national parks were never meant to serve as billboards and concession stands for the bottled water industry. It sends the wrong message about our national commitment to water, our mos …

Asian American of The Bay Area,(AABA) is a vibrant and exciting community of Asians and Asian Americans living in the bay area. There are no age limits to join this group. We are engaged in variety of activities that range from casual gatherings, such as casual dinning, group potlucks, picnic and BBQ's , movie nights out or trying out a new local restaurant, check out new groupon deals from local community events to larger events, such as attending concerts or cultural activity. Outdoor activi …

The Bay Area Nature Journal Club is a diverse community of artists and naturalists, of all levels, who meet together to connect to nature through art. Through free monthly field trips, hands on technique workshops, and community events we explore the Bay Area, developing our artistic and naturalist skills and deepening our love of nature. The club and its activities are a program of the National Wildlife Federation of California. We welcome the diverse communities of the region. The program is i …

Are you a professional in a web-related field? A Tibet supporter? Interested in helping to make change happen? This group is for professionals working in web-related fields who support the Tibetan people's cause and want to help by contributing their ideas, skills and energy in a collaborative, stimulating atmosphere with like-minded people. We would like to form a think-tank of talented people from multiple disciplines to creatively explore how web 2.0, digital video and social media can be us …

Women Owned Networking National 100 (WON), founded in June 2011 by members of an NFL family, is a business organization and social club "with heart" established for the purpose of bringing together 100 accomplished women executives and business owners. Now, other Pro Football wives have gotten involved to ensure the success of women executives across the country through WONN (Women Owned Networking National), and WONMillion! We are bringing together 100 Smart, Successful, Business Savvy Women wi …

Eat Me! San Francisco is part of FeastMonkey.com, a national social network of chefs and foodies who get together face to face for unique adventure dining experiences. We rely on our members to help post ideas and organize meetup events. If you have an idea just post it and see who likes it. If we get enough interest we'll make it happen. Join our national members on http://www.feastmonkey.com to receive special offers and get invited to exclusive events. You can also follow us on twitter or fac …

For many years, I have led a popular Adult ADHD group in Palo Alto. Through that, I've learned that many people in surrounding areas also need such a group. Throughout 13 years of nationally advocating for greater Adult ADHD awareness and treatment standards, I've gained a broad and detailed body of knowledge about ADHD challenges and treatment strategies. As the author of a bestselling book on Adult ADHD (Is It You. Me, or Adult A.D.D.?) and international speaker on the topic who has no third-p …

[color=green][b]WELCOME![/b][/color] Our events are for all us singles who want to GET OUT and have some FUN! Not that we don't love our couple friends too, but they always have to leave early (or can't come at all) because of the kids, the house, etc.  This group is for those of us who have more free time and want to make some new friends while having some FUN! There are more of us single people in the bay area than you think, so leave all your friends who are couples at home and come out to …

WELCOME TO THE SAN FRANCISCO WORLD TRAVELERS (SFWT) We are a friendly group of likeminded travelers who share a passion for visiting overseas destinations, or for those thinking about world travel for the first time. WHAT WE DO (AND WHAT WE DON'T) We meet monthly for a drink in the city to make new friends, re-live adventures, share travel stories, travel tips and travel thoughts about exciting places that we've visited or plan to visit in the near future. We don't arrange slide shows, organize …

Network After Work - Networking Events for Professionals is a national business and social networking event company that launched in June 2009. We currently host events in 19 cities across the country.  Events are created for professionals who want to expand their network and create new business opportunities, events range in size from 150-600 professionals and take place in each city's top nightlife destinations. Events draw a diverse mix of professionals from all industries and career levels a …

We sponsor 2-6 hikes/events per month, ranging from beginner level to very advanced.  While our primary focus is on hiking, camping, and backpacking, we also do other outdoor adventures - mud runs, zip lines, kayaking, white water rafting, skydiving, paragliding, rock climbing (indoor and outdoor), 4-season mountaineering, skiing/boarding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snow/ice climbing, scuba - if it's an outdoor sport we're all over it!  The goal is to make new friends while enjoying the …

This group is meant for people who have wanted to explore the Bay Area Ridge Trail (the BART) or who just enjoy hiking and need an excuse. Since our hikes are normally in the 10-12 miles range with elevation gain, some hiking experience or at least a reasonable fitness level is expected of you to join us. BEGINNERS PLEASE CHECK THE “ABOUT” MENU FOR ADVICE. To incorporate another passion of mine, I will also be attempting to know the rocks or geology of the BART.  I will write-up little “Geology …

Non-profit Festivals & Events covering tech challenges with emphasis on artistic expression and creativity. Bringing together independent artists, coders, game developers, creators, performers and musicians celebrating Art and Technology. CODAME exists to incubate and support artists, technologists and designers that push the boundaries of hardware, software, and physical/digital mediums. At the intersection of ART+TECH, CODAME is accelerating the way we interpret and express our rapidly changin …

Public Speaking and Presentation Skills Group Join us today Get Public Speaking and Presentation Skills coaching, training and support in a fun and supportive environment with like minded individuals Get professional feedback to improve and grow Learn the latest public speaking and presentation tips Attend our next Free public speaking workshops ************* Unleash your hidden power: We all have it as a presenter. Learn to bring yours out. Build and project confidence: in front of an audien …

The Economic Round Table is composed of members from different sectors of the business community in San Francisco. We have been meeting weekly since 1940 to hear presentations about current issues in business, politics, law, etc. Although the focus of the group is on economic issues, topics are not limited to this field alone. To become a member, attend three meetings and pay the annual dues of $200' which pays for a year's worth of coffee and pastry breakfasts.

Extend hospitality to WB/WT and B-1/B-2 temporary visitors, F-1 OPT international students who want to maintain status after graduation, and J-1 Exchange visitors, facilitate interaction with native English speakers, and provide support to nonimmigrants if they are experiencing economic hardship. Cross-cultural activity is an activity designed to promote exposure and interchange between foreign nationals and Americans so as to increase their understanding of each other's society, culture, and in …

NAWBO SFBA is an advocate for the success of women business owners by recognizing achievements, advising, mentoring & promoting their stories to Grow, Thrive and Lead

The Honorable Order of American Co-Masonry is a fraternity including men and women of every race, nationality and religion. Wishing to do away with all cause for division and strife, it continually seeks the means which to help all human beings to unite and work together for the perfection of Humanity. This discussion group meets monthly to discuss subjects important to humanity. From philosophy and religion to science, history and politics, this group ponders any subject which helps us to bett …

The National Council for Geocosmic Research (NCGR) is a non-profit member organization that supports education and research exploring the relationship between cosmic patterns, earthly events and human affairs. We have one of the most active and accomplished astrological group in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our Meetup Group is for the purpose of exploring a wide range of topics, practices and methods of Astrology. We are also dedicated to exchange ideas, discuss and learn Astrology. Topics …

YOUR PROFESSIONAL WEDDING & EVENT RESOURCE OUR GOALS: - To create lasting relationships with fellow event professionals - To share knowledge, tips, and experiences - To actively help each other grow our businesses We are currently looking for a core group of people from different parts of the Bay Area, who are willing to put in some time and effort to organize and/or host meetups for this group, and keep it an ongoing active resource for fellow event professionals to connect with each other, a …

Meet other SF Bay Area Basenjis and their best friends monthly at Point Isabel Regional Shoreline, the largest public off-leash dog park in the nation. Come and join us to share in the joys of being Basenji owners, and even some of the not so joyful moments.

Our mission is to help you enjoy the sport of social group hiking. We want to help you hike and explore the Sacramento region as well as hike and explore state and national parks throughout Northern California. We are mainly a social hiking group. If you are interested in learning the sport of hiking or social group hiking, an outdoor lover who wants to take time from your busy life to get out in the woods, experience waterfalls, wildlife, amazing views, and meet new people...you belong in this …

This group is for JS people who are interested to work on side projects at the intersection of politics and technology.  It would be great to get people to share the ideas and to help each other use JS technologies in various public/politcal sectors.  We also plan to reach out to organizations that are looking to developers and have them talke a bit about what kind of technological needs they might be experiencing. If you or anyone you know are interested in participating or sharing your experie …

If you've ever wondered what it is that makes a photograph great—or more important, how you can make a great photograph—here's your opportunity to learn from our experts. National Geographic's renowned photographers shed light on every phase of the art and science of picture taking. As a member of this group, you'll be the first to learn about exciting workshops, seminars, and other events in the Bay Area and beyond that will teach you how to judge and control natural light to your advantage, fi …

Beardos unite! Finally San Francisco and the Bay Area has a real honest-to-goodness beard and Mustache Club! And we're gonna have our first hootenanny, soiree, bash, fete and shindig all at once! Our first meetup will be August 10, 2012 The Rockit Room in San Francisco. 406 Clement Street (between 5th and 6th ave) San Francisco, CA 94118 6-9pm Do you have facial hair? Do you wish you did? Do you like people who do? Then NOW is your chance!  Grab a drink, PUT DOWN THE RAZOR and SHAVING CREAM, …