Santa Cruz Freedom Forum is a group of volunteers dedicated to providing an open forum for the discussion of current issues that may not be receiving adequate coverage in the mainstream media. Freedom Forum is non-partisan, and not endorsed by nor does it endorse any political party. The topics of honest and effective government, sound monetary policies, an accountable foreign policy, are often at the table, as well as other aspects of politics that affect us all, whether it be on a local, natio …

This MeetUp is for Santa Cruz high tech professionals who want to learn about stimulating new technologies from both startups and mature companies. Learn, network, and keep high tech businesses growing in Santa Cruz. Join us for one hour on the first Wednesday of every month. To join our LinkedIn Group, go to: http://www.linkedin.com/e/gis/1192257

Welcome! We hike from a fraction of a mile to tens of miles, mostly in Santa Cruz County. Sometimes we will carpool up to one hour from Santa Cruz. Read the description carefully for each hike. Most hikes will have a steep and rugged part. Some hikes have shorter or flatter options. Children are welcome if they can keep up and sometimes dogs are welcome depending on local regulations. See the "Photos" section for pictures of past hikes. See the "About Us" section for frequently asked questions …

Meet other locals from all Industries to discuss your Business Ideas and Strategies. Gather to discuss current events, share experiences, and to network with other people interested in Business. This is a casual but professional atmosphere with a planned agenda. Networking with like minded professional in a supportive group. Join our Linkedin site too! http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=1856388&trk=hb_sid...

We are a social group of people who want to make more friends and do fun activities. We focus on making friends friends face to face, fun singles, activities partners, checking out the night life, a happy hour, new resturants, comedy clubs, festivals, or maybe a beach bonfire. Let just get together and have some fun, and some laughs. We want to attract people young at heart, active, easy going, adventurous, and friendly. So, if you want to make more friends, or do fun activities, come join us!!!

Meeting new friends and seeing films is what we do best. We are a social group that enjoys a variety of movies from drama to romance to foreign films to independent films. Great conversations and stimulating discussions are always an essential part of our Meetups so we often grab coffee, dinner and/or drinks together. This is your opportunity to make new friends and see great films. Please join us for good times filled with laughter, stories and amazing company.

SWAC is a group that hosts informal social events designed to promote fellowship and social networking among skeptics, critical thinkers, and other like-minded individuals. Like Skeptics in the Pub, we want to provide opportunities for skeptics and rationalists to talk and share ideas in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. And have fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. The group is "Without A Cause" to emphasize that informal, social nature of the group. Unlike many groups in Santa …

Lead by David Thiermann, Consultant Services for 20 years: Business, Career & Life Goals. David will talk with members about self-assessment, exploring career options, determining their focus, marketing themselves and ongoing career management. Everyone will leave with new ideas, new expectations, motivation to be proactive and enthusiasm to move forward with their goals. Get inspired & excited. Sign-up today for an enjoyable experience. Jokes are included - bring a joke and let's have fun. …

Karaoke, billiards, game nights, movies, beach parties, poker, pot lucks, bowling, happy hour, concerts, wine tasting, street fairs, submarine races, food fights... We are a social group of people who meet to make friends and have fun. This group is not limited to single people. There are no age restrictions. Like to walk or hike? Check out Take a Hike. Hiking Friends looks good if you can keep up. Want more social events? Look into Santa Cruz Minglers

This MeetUp is to allow for social networking, to support entrepreneurs,  provide education on tech and business. Attend our MeetUP events to get education and support for your self, business or organization. We are now focusing on an entrepreneurial theme. Come meet fellow entrepreneurs, and learn tips for success! Learn more about 0cognito at http://www.0cog.com One of the core public activities is our Entrepreneur Support Group It is a support group for entrepreneurs. A place to discuss your …

We are a vegan raw food group interested in optimal health. Learn and have fun! Participate on our great raw food potlucks! We welcome anyone who appreciates wellness and prevention of illnesses. We all have this one lifetime... so let's make it the best we can. We are lucky that Dr. Adiel Tel-Oren from Minneapolis will visit us on a regular basis.  He is extremely knowledgeable. You get a chance to learn what is truly healthy based on science. Our inspirations for this meetup is the Ecopoli …

An exciting opportunity exists for people like you who wish to connect and make use of a proven word-of-mouth advertising model. We are looking for success-oriented professionals and business owners (one from each profession) who are committed to building their business, and wish to connect with like-minded people. Our goal is to boost the local economy with referral networking. Our sole purpose for meeting is to share fresh ideas, and find ways to support each other in business. Successful grou …

This is a meetup for anyone interested in planning backcountry trips in the Sierra and other wilderness. It is a place to find buddies, post trips, get info, share stories, compare gear and learn about back packing. Newbies welcome.

The Santa Cruz Chamber hosts three to four events every month. These events are designed to help businesses reach new customers, become more successful, learn about and influence local and state policies, and promote the prosperity of the entire community. Join our Meetup Group to keep find out about the full range of events the Chamber creates each year.

Welcome to the Santa Cruz Chapter of Leads Club. The Purpose of Ali Lassen’s Leads Club is to assist you in getting good business referrals that will expand your business success. Leads Club is dedicated to maximizing the use of your time and resources to get good business referrals. To accomplish this goal, Leads Club uses a method of spaced, timed, repetition of information. We are not a social club. We are a business dedicated to your business success. Founded in 1978 by Ali Lassen, and curre …

We are a roaming art gallery, concert hall and group of friends! Santa Cruz Pop-up Art Party sets up temporary art gallery and community space then generally only stays up for 2-10 hours. We encourage artists and art lovers alike to come and participate in our temporary community event experience. You can find us at events throughout Santa Cruz County, and on the web. Membership to the art party is free, if you have a love of art, a deep seeded desire for community, or just want to be part of a …

Want to feel more connected to yourself, other people and the world without your own BS getting in the way? Participate in an introductory evening about a way of communicating practiced by thousands of people in 65 countries, in businesses, schools, homes, hospitals… spreading for over the last forty years. Gain clarity in what you want, what you’re doing and why you’re doing it - healing what’s already happened and growth with where you want to go.

I have been living in Santa Cruz for 6 years now and one thing is so very apparent. It's not easy to build a network and community of friends in Santa Cruz if you did not grow up in Santa Cruz. I love living in this extremely beautiful part of the world but one also needs a community of friends at the same time. You don't have to be a transplant in Santa Cruz although that is what I am. All are welcome. There is no age range or requirement. If you live in the Santa Cruz area (including all surro …

Founded in 2007, The Women's Networking Alliance was created to enable a networking of women business owners that can truly and genuinely help one another. Formed in small groups of no more than 30 businesswomen, each chapter is designed to ensure strong partnerships in an intimate setting. What makes WNA successful? First, the individual person and how they present their business, support their fellow members and participate is critical. Members must attend the meetings, should provide the righ …

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 …

This is not a career-oriented group -- it's a social group. This group is for other young people with busy work lives that want a place to make new friends outside their daily routine. Let's meet some new people and have some fun! Click "Join us!" and come meet some other cool young people in this wonderful area we share!

We provide innovative physical and virtual infrastructure that freelancers, entrepreneurs, and creative class professionals need to succeed in the 21st century knowledge economy. What does that really mean?  We provide a professional yet comfortable workspace for freelancers, entrepreneurs, developers, designers, consultants, coaches, lawyers - anyone who might otherwise be working from home or trying to work from a coffee shop. The (R)evolution of Work We are a coworking space, but we ain't you …

I'm over 50yrs old and would like to get together with others that may be single or new to the area to meet and have a meal together and build new friendships and have a few laughs.

Are you tired of "Business as usual"? Are you sick of the moral and ethically bankruptcy of most business? Do you think the world will be better when your business is connected to Spirit, God, or your Higher Self? This is a trans denominational group creating spiritual and conscious prosperity by inviting in our higher callings and our higher selves to our businesses. Come network with like-minded people.

In a couple or married and want to go out and have a great time without having to be your single friend's ride or wing man (woman)? Do most of your couple/ married friends just stay at home? Would you like to get out more???? Dancing, dining, movies, bowling, karaoke, wine tasting, informal dinner parties or progressive dinners or just hanging out for a beer ??? No one is too young or too old, just required to be social. Don't drink? No problem - not dicriminating!!!

We are a group of business individuals working and living in Santa Cruz County. We meet the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12 noon for Lunch at El Chino Restaurant at 2525 Soquel Drive in Santa Cruz. We break bread & socialize as we help one another by networking and refferring clients that need services of other members. We ONLY allow one person per business field to join the group, in order to help maximize the potential of referrals received, and this person must not be in any other refe …

The time has come where we as Women get together, share our Hearts, our Wisdom, our 'Peace' of the puzzle, Listen to each other, Support each other and Make It Happen. When we leave behind comparing or competing and all Stand For Love, Trust and Act from our Wise Heart, we can Change the World  - starting with our own community. We all bring our unique 'Peace' so that together we create a MasterPeace and bring Heaven on Earth. You don't have to do it alone anymore. This time we do it all togethe …

What SCM Business Girls is All About . . . SCM Business Girls is a networking and support group designed for women in business in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The group is set up with a laid back, no commitment style that is easy to be a part of. So instead of the normal women's business group with members and an extensive rule book, SCM Business Girls is different. All business women in the Santa Cruz Mountains are welcome to attend anytime, whether it be regularly or on a drop-in basis. Regular a …