This group is designed to build a community that meets to discuss, research and practice the concept of Orgasmic Meditation (OM). OM is a mindful sexuality practice that offers great subjects for discussion. With these subjects in mind, our group offers a safe, playful environment to stretch and exercise our intimacy and communication skills. We play with subjects like desire, connection, attention, sensation; all stemming from the practice of Orgasmic Meditation. Anyone who would like to get a …

This is a group for anyone interested in practicing their Italian language skills with others who love the Italian language and culture. We'll meet once a week, in a social setting at various locations in Napa to practice our language skills. All levels welcome! Those who are fluent in Italian, and of course those for whom Italian is their first language are especially welcome, as the rest of us would love to hear you speak, and ask you questions! Only rule: We speak in Italian (or attempt to) a …

Welcome! This wonderful, confidential therapy group is facilitated by local clinical psychologist Carla Marie Greco, Ph.D.  The group focuses on a variety of important issues such as low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and isolation. The group provides support and encouragement during life transitions such as divorce, relationship changes, and career changes.  We work on setting and achieving personal goals within a positive, meaningful framework.  The group provides a safe place for women of …

Have you ever longed to be a contestant on one of those TV competitive cooking shows? Or do you think you can’t cook (or cook well), but you want to learn?  Your Friendly Passionate Chef Sean is inviting you to his beautiful home in Napa to challenge and battle your way to culinary glory. About once a month, always on a Saturday, will start these evening events with a Welcome Reception Party with hors d'oeuvres while you'll be introduced to the rest of your team and your judges and Chef, before …

Clay Busters Trap Skeet and Sporting Clay shooters. This sport Builds Self Confidence and skill. Having the discipline to Hit a moving target makes you feel good. Open to men and women boys and girls minors must be accompanied by an adult. We meet-up at different ranges for clay busting. Average cost is about $17 per round of 25 shots in a round. Beginners can take lessons from a certified master. Number one rule is gun & range safety. bring your shotgun if you have one. Starting time is 10am en …

Hello and Welcome! UZAZU is for you if you are passionate and excited about: Creating value for others Making a positive contribution Challenging yourself and growing Growing your business and vision hand-in-hand with growing yourself personally Have been meditating or utilizing mind-body practices and hunger for a more direct connection between mind/body and the skills and perspectives that put you in the driver's seat of your own conscious evolution. In order to serve your clients, customer …

At the Visionary Women & Enlightened Men Network... We have fun, memorable & life enhancing gatherings for our members. We combine cutting-edge personal development trainings with engaging and fun networking games to bring you a predictable, step by step process for generating revenue now... We provide you with skills based communication training that empowers you to make more money, step into your calling and effectively deal with the overwhelm of "doing it all on your own".  With us you can ex …

American Canyon Fine Art People Photography + Off Camera Lighting + Beer This Meetup is aimed at photographers of all skill levels that aspire to transcend the “craft” of portrait photography and want to push their work into the realm of Fine Art. What is Fine Art Photography? Fine art photographs are made primarily for aesthetics and concept rather than for a practical purpose. Department of Motor Vehicles driver’s licence photographs are a good example of a portrait done with a practical purpo …

This is a new Wing Tsun/Escrima meetup group in Sonoma County – Class in Petaluma, Rohnert Park, Santa Rosa! Also check us out at bmmasc.com Wing Tsun, 詠春, is a Southern Chinese martial art originated over 300 years ago during the Qing dynasty. Wing Tusn is a "soft" style that does not counter force with force but instead recycles energy and employs a sophisticated method of response using trained reflexes. Chi-Sao ("sticky hands") training is used to develop and hone these reflexes to specific …

LAST MINUTE POST --- We did SantaCon YountVegas last year, now let's hit San Fran SantaCon with its naked challenge. Join us around 2:30pm in Washington Square Park (Columbus and Washington in San Fran's Little Italy area). We are the official photographers for the event. We can create ad hoc photo set-ups in the park so bring flash and smaller portable studio lighting. We'll 'invite' the best Santas and elves to pose. SantaCon is a massive pub crawl with loads of photo opportunities. It's a com …

We, APPLE FamilyWorks, are pleased to announce our new women's support group. Join other women in a supportive environment to help one another through the stages of divorce process — from contemplation, to separation, to divorce, to what’s next. We have more than 34 years helping the community!! 8 consecutive sessions - When: Wednesdays - Time: 6 pm to 8 pm - Where: 4 Joseph Ct. San Rafael - Fee: $25 per Session(8 weeks commitment required) - Topics: • Overcoming hurt and anger • Managing anxiet …

This group offers the intention to gather and ignite a cause for spiritual awakening and living an awakened life to occur. While awakening itself is an inside job, it is important to have the support of a loving spiritual community, to stay inspired and uplifted throughout the process. Spiritual Awakenings is about creating a safe, supportive environment, in which ones leaves remembering their true nature, as the consciousness of love. Then, they are more prepared to be it in the world. We gathe …

This is a group for anyone who enjoys dancing to LIVE MUSIC, exercise, fun, socializing, etc. Our Contra and English Country dances* are held every week at various venues in Sonoma & Marin counties. All skill levels and ages are welcome. No prior dance experience is necessary, and every dance is preceded by a lesson.The dances are very social by nature, and attract people of all ages/status — married and unmarried couples, singles, alone or with friends. Children are welcome at dances if supervi …

Something new and fun to do! We started this group to make new friends and getting together for poker events in different social settings. Come and learn poker, brush up on your skills, socialize, and have a good time!

Bringing artist together and painting outdoors - mainly the North Bay Area (Marin, Sonoma, Napa and Santa Rosa, and Solano County). We meet on the last Sunday of every month (unless noted). No critiques, just getting out there and painting. All skill level are welcome!!! So bring our favorite medium (pastels, oils, watercolors, etc. and we'll see you at the next paintout! Thanks.

This is a group for people who want to practice their conversational Spanish skills in a supportive, relaxed atmosphere. We welcome all levels of Spanish speakers.  I am committed to having a fluent speaker at each meeting.

Welcome Blessings! For thousands of years, mystics, entrepreneurs, daring souls, and revolutionaries have excavated their heart wisdom for lives of transformation & joy. Connected by a driving need to understand what is unseen, they've been called many names: healer, fixer, dreamer, seeker, witch, priest, priestess, adept, sage, shaman... Are you one of these, or called to a path uniquely your own? You are welcome here. Are you Adventurous, Passionate, Visionary, Unstoppable and called to life's …

Hi Everyone!! I became interested in Cuddle Parties after being sick and reclusive for a LONG time.  I believed that if I could just be held in a safe environment and feel safe on a consistent basis, then I could heal myself.  It's taken several long years and tons of work but it's been worth it to support myself and others on their healing, growth and development paths!!!  We have lots of FUN and healing now!!!  Whew!!!  Thank you for joining us!! We're committed to creating an ongoing, inclusi …

North Bay Skeptics are: humanists, atheists, freethinkers, agnostics and undeclared, who embrace modern skepticism. We celebrate the scientific method, and the application of logic and evidence to all claims. As in the tradition of many Skeptical groups world wide, we like to gather for lively discussion on current topics and apply our skills towards debunking the latest pseudoscience fad. “Discussion”, includes chatting, mingling, eating, and joke telling, all while consuming non-homeopathic li …

We try to schedule one ride each month, typically on a Saturday or Sunday. We usually start and end in Marin County. The rides are designed to be welcoming for everyone of varying skill levels and riding styles. All different types of bikes are welcome; we've got members with Aprilla's Triumphs, Harleys, Ducati's, Honda's, Yamaha's, Buells, BMW's and more! Check out this link before you show up for your first ride: http://www.meetup.com/Shiny-Side-Up/messages/boards/thread/8520084

I’m a Woman and I OM. I’m a woman who practices Orgasmic Meditation. For 15 minutes a man gently strokes my clitoris, he stays fully clothed the whole time, and afterward, we go our separate ways.  There’s no cost, no expectations and no further obligation of any kind. It’s that simple. And you can have it too. Across the US and around the globe, men and women are learning and practicing Orgasmic Meditation because, in a world with outdated and unsatisfying options, it’s a simple and easy way t …

Women, 18 and over, from all areas of Sonoma County (and beyond) have discovered the joy of learning and growing as singers and performers in this fast-paced chorus...we've grown from 8 to 60 members in just over two years...why? It's an environment of laughter and learning, striving toward excellence while bringing out the diva in us all. We thrive as a community and are becoming known in the community for our high-powered performance skills. Experience is a plus, but not required. Our music an …

This is an adult group is for anyone interested in forming a coalition, joining skills and resources with one single goal in mind.... to shoot a film. This can be a collaborative measure where participants will brainstorm ideas related to the story and art direction, to choosing characters for the film or you can choose to recruit members for your own project. Looking for screen writers, DP's, producers, music composers, editors, video colorist, sound men, CG artist, story board artist, location …

This group is for people who would like to build their own tiny home, be it a house on wheels or a foundation, of wood, steel, natural and/or reclaimed/repurposed materials. No prior building experience needed. I'm neither an architect nor contractor, but I'm an excellent researcher/learner, love working with my hands and I'm committed to a hand-crafted, sustainable life (food, housing, energy). I see this group as an opportunity to share skills/expertise, information regarding sources of materi …

This is a group for anyone interested in the game of Cribbage. All skill levels welcome. Conveniently located in Petaluma.

A Social Meetup Group that includes online discussions, book reviews, and live workshops that move of us toward PERSONAL GROWTH and LIFE ENRICHMENT.  People that join are interested in: Personal Development Social Support Self-Improvement Relationships Positive Thinking & Putting a Stop to Stinkin' Thinkin' Making New Friends (online & in-person) Improving Our Decisions & Life Choices Learning about "Why" we do the things we do, and finding new ways Changing Distructful Life Patterns Strategies …

This group is for those interested in personal growth and deeper exploration of the Self, using Awake! Breathwork & Intuitive Painting. Awake! Breathwork is a simple, gentle breathing technique, the focus is on going deeply within for healing, with ample time to explore our own inner workings. With the breath, access energy, imprints & unconscious fears which may be informing our outlook and manifestations in life, releasing them & making room for our deeper truth, so that we may live fully and …

Hi Folks!! I've always been a "people connecter".  I found my sisters first boyfriend at the beach at the age of 9 and he dubbed me "Little Miss Matchmaker".  What I do best is connect people!! After being single, in dysfunctional relationships and then single, I finally met my fiance at one of my Cuddle Parties in 2011!!!  We did a HAI workshop (www.hai.org) in May 2012 and then went to Hawaii where he popped the question.  We get along fabulously, communicate clearly, have no drama and don't f …