One Brick, a national non-profit volunteer organization with two Bay Area chapters, is hosting its second annual Dog Day! The day is a great opportunity for dog and other animal lovers to come meet other dogs, their humans, and check out some local pet companies while helping One Brick raise some money to support its volunteer work. Last year was a lot of fun, and we hope you will help us make the event even better this year!

Lets try world changing thoughts at our next happy hour!  Do you really want to be happier, boost your self-esteem, improve your health and perhaps as experts say ... even live longer? Here's a start, why not take full advantage of restaurant "HAPPY HOUR " time to explore how we can  work together as volunteers or professionals to further the causes we value. Did you know that our innate value system is an outstanding source of inspiration and motivation?  Our value system feeds us with positive …

Emergencies, especially big ones like earthquakes, can quickly overwhelm fire fighters and other first responders. Citizen volunteers can use their smart phones, ham radios, and other high speed wireless technologies to help our first responders. This group is a place for people to share their low and no-cost solutions, and also to help volunteers practice using those technologies in the field.

MEET OTHERS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE -- BUSINESS AND SOCIAL EVENTS Business and social mixers for non-profit aficionados -- professionals, philanthropists, volunteers, and others -- who are looking to network or just want to socialize. Meet and join others through wine tastings, tours, seminars, and other activities in a fun and relaxing environment. Make business contacts, meet volunteers, and make friends.

Finding it hard to meet nice people?  Tired of the bar/club scene?  Through with spending countless hours on the internet?  We're an inclusive group of genuine and caring individuals who get together for good, wholesome fun. Ultimate frisbee, rock climbing, pick up basketball, potlucks, volunteering, you name it. All activities emphasize sportsmanship, friendly competition, helping each other, and connection. Out of consideration for your organizer and your fellow members, no-shows may result in …

HumVeganity events are open to folks of all persuasions - omnivores, vegetarians and vegans. Some say HUMANity, we say VEGANity. What's the difference? Veganity is the vegan way of being human. It's not for all creatures - and perhaps not for all humans. But for those who embrace its delicious healthful bounty – through a variety of reasons including, health, morality, spirituality, environmental impact, animal welfare and animal rights – there are limitless benefits. Join us for delicious din …

This meetup group is for "pet parents" who love and treat their dogs as part of the family, and are looking for events and activities where both dogs and humans can socialize and enjoy themselves. If you love dogs (whether you have one or not), feel free to attend our meetups and meet other fellow dog lovers! Our activities include hiking/walking on dog-friendly trails, group meetups at dog-friendly parks, pet fairs and humane shelter volunteer work -- as well as any other dog friendly activity …

Calling all bloggers (and budding bloggers) in the South San Francisco Bay Area interested in making a difference in the world through blogging! Let's get together and encourage one another in our efforts.

We believe that innovations in biology should be accessible, affordable, and open to everyone. We’re building a community biology lab for amateurs, inventors, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to experiment with friends. Welcome to BioCurious Visit the BioCurious homepage http://www.BioCurious.org BioCurious Community Lab Opened in Sunnyvale, CA; Fall 2011! Join the discussion at Google Groups http://groups.google.com/group/biocurious Our successful Kickstarter campaign (http://biocu …

This is a meetup group for Ruby on Rails Developers who want to build interesting scalable web applications which directly or indirectly affects everyone's life in a positive way. We have many ideas which can help make this world a better place to live. Some of these ideas may not be profitable ideas but which need to be implemented in order to help bring about the social changes that we want to see. We would not build applications with profits in mind, but we would build them for the social imp …

Tiger conservation has gone high-tech. Using remote camera traps, software programs that identify individual tigers captured in photographs, and other cutting-edge tools, Wildlife Conservation Society researchers are making major strides in protecting these endangered great cats. To help us safeguard their most critical habitats, we’ve joined forces with tech pros who share our commitment, and need your support. Our mission is urgent: Fewer than 3,200 wild tigers exist in the world today. Of thi …

We've started a major conservative resurgence, along with the other Glenn Beck-inspired 912 We Surround Them groups around the country, to take our country back from the brink of the socialist dystopia. We meet in Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, San Jose, Campbell and Los Gatos.  When you attend our monthly meetings, you get to learn about ours and affiliated-group activities, like Liberty Volunteers (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Liberty_Volunteers/) who are organizing to return the country to its fou …

Craft Flash Mob is a group that connects crafters and DIY enthusiasts of all ages with peers who like to do the same. This group is loosely based upon the idea of a flash mob, where people show up en masse to a location, participate in some (often unusual) activity, and then disperse. Crafting in coffee shops and cafes is a lot of fun to do with others and might be considered an "unusual activity" by some. So, join this group if you: are an adult over 21 years of age, have DIY/craft projects th …

RainbowRec is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization that provides a healthy, activities-oriented environment that promotes camaraderie, adventure, and physical fitness among gay men, women, and their friends in the San Francisco / South Bay area. With over three hundred members and a lavish offering of activities each month, were sure to have something for you. So please take a moment to explore our website (www.rainbowrec.org) and our facebook page learn more of what we're about. Come see …

My name is Sundown Hazen. I am passionate about growing food and contributing to health and sustainability of his local community. I am using my backyard to grow fruits and vegatables traditionally, raise chickens, and raise fish and produce in an aquaponics system. I am also in the process of starting Pirate Produce, a business providing consulting services to home owners and small community groups and schools in sustainable food production. This group is a way for me to share my experiences an …

The “Let’s make a FILM!” group is for volunteer low/no budget filmmakers and just regular people who want to participate in making a short film (usually 10 min or less). So if you want to give it a try for the first time or perhaps you have experience and just want to brush up on your skills, come join us! Interested writers please send in original scripts to be considered for future productions. Also come participate in our occasional LMAF writers groups to create original material for us to p …

Welcome Super Foodies! What if I told you that you can eat delicious food, have fun, and give a helping hand to those in need at the same time? Well, now you can! Our group is committed to helping hungry children in need of a meal. At the end of each event, you can help by donating any amount to our cause. 100% of your donation will go to Kids Against Hunger, a humanitarian food aid organization working to reduce the number of starving children around the world. Join us and make a difference tod …

This is a group for developers and designers who are interested in creating accessories, apps and devices for Google Glass and similar platforms. Meetups will be centered around Mountain View initially. Lightning talks, demos, networking to start with, workshops and hackathons to follow. We encourage BYOD(Bring Your Own Device) from our members. Sponsors, venue hosts and dedicated volunteers are welcome. Please contact me through meetup. Google and Google Glass are trademarks of Google, Inc. Th …

This is a group for developers, designers, entrepreneurs and investors who are interested in creating, making, hacking, funding wearable devices, accessories and applications. Examples include Google Glass-based apps and devices, Pebble watch. Initially, we will focus on talks and demos. As the ecosystem grew, we plan to bring hackathons and contests. Ideas are welcome, so are volunteers.

Introduction to PMI Silicon Valley Chapter, Inc. The Silicon Valley Chapter is a regional component of PMI and a resource for all aspects of project management leadership and information in California's Silicon Valley (southern end of San Francisco Bay). The chapter’s 2,000 plus members enjoy over 180 yearly local activities supported by an all volunteer staff. In addition, Project Management Professional (PMP) certification has been achieved by over 50% of its members. The Chapter’s mission i …

This free meetup group offers support to women and children who want to protect themselves from bullies and attackers.  Monthly meetings are hosted by professional self-defense practitioners.  We will discuss real-world scenarios in which self-protection training can protect us from injuries and even save our lives.  We will introduce self-protection skills applicable in situations such as bullying at school and at work, abduction, mugging, break-ins and domestic violence. We serve individuals a …

Rengstorff House, Mountain View's oldest home, is one of the finest examples of Victorian Italianate architecture on the West Coast. Well-known as a wedding venue, Rengstorff House is available for rent for your next wedding ceremony reception, team retreat, employee birthday party, retirement celebration, garden party, fundraiser and/or after-work mixer. Rengstorff House is also open to the public for guided tours Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays from 11:00 am – 5:00 p.m. NEW in 2010 for a …

This group has the purpose of reversing the social decay that threatens our societies by resolving the worst problems that plague man today — drugs, crime, illiteracy and immorality. Using the unique materials and methods based of the research and writing of L. Ron Hubbard we can make a difference. Join this group, and create a better future for your children and communities.

We are a Christian Meetup Group of all ages that is located in the Bay Area. The hosts are part of Tree of Life Church in Oakland, but the group is open to anyone who is interested in cultivating authentic community and empowering relationships in their life in the context of a lot of really fun activities! This group is for Christians (or those interested in Christianity) who are at all phases in their journey with God. We will be having regular outdoor activities and social gatherings in a fun …

<<<--- Wanted - People Passionate about Personal Growth & Professional Development! --->>> Key Objectives of our Meetup: #1  CONNECTION -  Making new friends and connecting with like-minded people who are also passionate about Personal Growth and Professional Development. #2  GROWTH - Attending workshop or seminar together. #3  CONTRIBUTION -  Going to volunteering events together. #4  SHARING - I will be hosting workshop to share what I learned from my journey in Personal Development (Tony …

No experience is needed to fish or camp - just a helpful, friendly cooperative attitude. YOU cannot fish in California without a license - i.e. day or annual (Jan-Dec - purchased on line/Dept of Fish and Game or one of the Sports entities - some Lakes and/or some Sports stores). Our events will be all around the Bay Area in the diverse environments -- Ocean, Lakes, Bay, Delta and Streams - - We will do some walking outings - exploring with the Rangers and Docents of various parks.  I hope you w …