This meetup is for students taking the online class at www.coursera.org titled "Networks" which lasts 12 weeks beginning in February.   Meetup members will meet once a month (most likely in a public library conference room) to discuss the class lectures and problems.To be in this meetup group you must be signed up  to take the Networks class (from the Princeton University electrical engineering professor) at www.coursera.org, and be interested in discussing the class material once a month in an …

This group is for college graduates in the Triangle area who would like to meet a diverse group of new friends in their age range for social and professional networking. Some of our activities have been: Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, wine tasting, beach trips, bonfires, house/dance parties, movie nights, concerts, game nights, running races, swimming at the rock quarry, baseball games, and volleyball. Future plans include: camping trips, tubing, and potlucks. I greatly encourage people …

This is a group for small business owners, the self employed or executives of small businesses. In this group you will be able to submit your business challenges and we will get noted professionals from around the triangle to lead a seminar offering us solutions to those pain points. After surveying many small business owners, I found we all have many of the same problems so why not come together where it would be easier to get professionals with a specific expertise to come and help us with our …

Navigating the Space Between Brilliance and Madness: This is a radical mental health group based on the principles of the icarus project! http://theicarusproject.net The Icarus Project envisions a new culture and language that resonates with our actual experiences of 'mental illness' rather than trying to fit our lives into a conventional framework. We welcome people who support psych drugs and people who do not, as well as people who use diagnostic labels and people who do not identify with tho …

This group is dedicated to "arm-chair" entrepreneurs out there. The reality is that most of us have to work for a living or are preparing to work for a living. This group aims to give those a chance to express their entrepreneur spirit with like-minded optimist for the purpose of: collaboration, open discussions, funding and most importantly the networking over a pint of your favorite beverage.

Time for a cup of coffee? Then you have enough time to meet. Join us for a caffeine charged power networking meeting. Every Wednesday  9:00-10:30 Network  9:00-9:15 Meeting   9:15-10:15 Network  10:15-10:30 Membership is limited to one woman per industry, though visitors of all business types are welcome. Contact the Southpoint Durham organizer, Lynn Cummins, at Lynn.CumminsDee@PruYSU.com with any questions. We come together to network, learn, pass referrals, share resources, laugh, nurture …

About the Coffee and Contacts™Network Coffee and Contacts™ is a women's business referral network with chapters meeting weekly throughout the Triangle. Meetings last 1 hour with a 30 minute social time before the start of the formal meeting. Breakfast is a dutch treat, so come for the informal networking to order breakfast. Benefits of Coffee and Contacts™Power Networking for Women Expand Your Sphere of Influence! Referrals, Referrals, Referrals! Develop your networking skills Develop new soci …

This network is designed for breast cancer survivors diagnosed in their 40’s or younger regardless of your current age. Whether you have just been diagnosed, are still undergoing treatments or are several years out, join us to connect with other young women who have faced breast cancer. In a relaxed setting, you can connect with other young breast cancer survivors just like you, find out about available resources, ask questions, make new friends and be assured that you are not alone.

Pass The Buck is an open business networking group for those who want to meet new people, create new business relationships, and help each other's businesses grow.

It's hard to meet people, be sociable, and develop friendships when you work full-time or juggle multiple jobs! Durham / Chapel Hill 30-45 Social Group is for professionals and grad students who are looking to meet new people and create friendships. It's geared toward people ages 30 to 45 who are new to the area, as well as long-time residents simply looking to expand their social circles. The focus will be developing friendships over time, not meeting a bunch of random people. Members will like …

We are 60 and over, active liberal baby boomers . Coffee? Socializing? Dancing? Kind compassionate people who are capable of giving a real darn about others!!! This is a liberal, active, gay-friendly group. Not gay? No problem, just be gay-friendly. Let's go out for fine dining, wine tasting, fine fun. Let's laugh together. Some of us enjoy reading. Let's talk books! Let's party old babies!!!!! Let's dance! Civil Rights. Brotherhood and Sisterhood. BTW the pic is not your organizer; it is the f …

This a group of young, witty, fashionable, creative and fun-loving girls who want to gather together, meet new friends, share ideas, experience unique art, food, culture, and fashion in the triangle. I created this group in part because I noticed there are a lot of fun to be had around here if you gather up the right people. I'm a newbie to the area, but It doesn't matter if your new to the area or been here all your life, just ask yourself: why not have more fun, expand my group of friends and …

Our group is for women 25 & up.  Gurlfriends will help you bond with other females & form long lasting friendships. We all need a gurlfriend who will be our shopping partner, enjoy girls night out, or someone to just conversate with. Member Status : Effective September 1, 2012 any member who has not RSVP'd (and attended) an event for three straight months will be removed from the group. Also, Gurlfriends will have a three no call/no show rule. Members who have three no call/no shows will be remo …

Join a non-pressure, fun, entertaining social group. We provide low-key functions to singles who just want to meet new people and relax. For those who are tired of online dating, speed dating events, blind dates, etc. this group is for you!! Men and women age 50-60 something is our target group.

Discover new restaurants, enjoy delicious meals, and share satisfying conversation with friendly dinner companions.  Socialize with other local residents.

Meet other local 30s and 40s year olds in a variety of fun and relaxed settings.  We are a diverse group of people who like all sorts of activities, from live music to dining out to sporting events (and everything in between).  If you enjoy going to comedy clubs, brunches, dinners, game nights, house parties, hikes, movies, and sporting events, then this is the group for you.  Our events provide a friendly atmosphere to mix and mingle.  Please be sure to post a picture of yourself to your profil …

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A group of professional women - age 55+ -  who'd like to do casual walks all around town and in our parks and open spaces - primarily in Chapel Hill and environs. The aim of the group is to get some exercise, enjoy the outdoors and get to know each other. Intended for women who live in close proximity to Chapel Hill/ Carrboro. This is for women who are married, or not, in a relationship or not, but who know and appreciate the support of other women. Women who'd like to make a few new friends; wh …

Thank you for joining "Life Is An Adventure, Let's Go!" I strongly believe that you can find adventure in even the most mundane of days.    We will host a range of activities from adventure trips, weekend getaways, fitness activities, social gatherings, philanthropic initiatives, dining escapades, birthday bashes and unforgetable karaoke shindigs. A large part of our events will be hosted in the Durham and Chapel Hill areas, however, we do have an organizer or two in the Raleigh and Clayton area …

This is a group for fun-loving couples aged 50+.  It doesn't matter if you are married or just a committed couple; as long as you are into socializing within a group and want to have fun, this is the group for you.  We have all kinds of activities: dinners, brunches, comedy club, bowling, day trips, board games, etc.  Our venues are scheduled in the western part of the Triangle (Durham, Chapel Hill).  We plan to remain a small group so we will close to new members when we reach eight (8) couples …

This group is for everyone who has an interest in Earth-Based Spirituality & Religions. The members are diverse in beliefs and backgrounds. Our motto is "everyone has something to learn and something to teach". We come together in a sense of community to discuss our paths and share our knowledge.

The Christian Party of North Carolina for Orange Co. and the UNC Area www.ChristianPartyNC.com Concerned that there is not a Christian voice in our government? Join with other Christians to make a difference by promoting family values in our country. The purpose of this Meetup group is to bring Christians together who want to see real change politically that glorifies the Lord and restores the Constitution to its rightful place. Our churches are limited in promoting a Christian voice in polit …

A platform for people to learn the basics of a variety of crafting techniques. Welcome to Jack’s Crafts! My goal in starting this group is to fill a gap for crafters who can’t or won’t stick to just one craft. I hope we’ll learn from each other while enriching our creative lives and making new friends. Jack’s Crafts will be a place where participants can relax, learn new techniques or new uses for old techniques, and most importantly--have fun, all through monthly workshops run by members just …

Survival, Preparedness, and Sustainable Living organization for Raleigh, NC and the surrounding areas

This book club began in 2007 in response to a gap in book clubs in the West side of the Triangle. Since then, many book clubs have emerged (on meetup, and elsewhere). We're still around, and I guess that means something is working. We alternate locations (between Chapel Hill and Durham), and for the most part, meet the last Tuesday of the month. Our four organizers all love this book club, and participate often. We're always looking for new members and fresh ideas in discussion. What can you exp …

This is a book club I created after I left my beloved Pittsburgh Chick Lit Book club and moved to the great South! Listen up Fashionistas! If you love chick lit novels with a strong female protagonist, including chick lit, mommy lit and bride lit, this is the book club for you. New York or London- our girl characters take charge, get promoted and find love, all in 300 pages or less. Let's chat and swap our favorite titles on the last Monday of each month!

Hello Ladies welcome and thanks for stopping by! We are a fun group of women with the common goals for health,wellness and fun! The purpose of our group is to promote events around the triangle. We promise to keep you apprised of all the sexy workouts including Zumba, Chair Aerobics, Pole Dancing and Line Dancing among other workouts. We will travel together, go clubbing together, sweat together, drink wine together and pole dance together! Stop by and grow with us! Make suggestions so that yo …

Business networking for people who do business in Durham, Carrboro, Chapel-Hill, Hillsborough or surrounding area. We meet weekly at 11:45 AM. Members are expected to: Attend on a regular basis Earnestly try to provide business referrals to members Diligently and professionally follow up with each given referral Make a donation to a charitable organization of at least $50.00/year and provide documentation to the membership committee. Promptly pay all dues occasionally assessed. Decline or resig …