"The mystery isn't in the technique, it's in each of us." - Harry Callahan, American Photographer 1912-1999 What Harry Callahan said about film photography holds true in todays digital world. Learning to use your digital camera and truly understanding the digital process will free you to concentrate on creating your vision. This meet up is dedicated to resources that will help you become a better photographer. I originally conceived this group as a way to create a sense of community for students …

Are you an entreprenuer looking to connect with like-minded people to learn and take your business to the next level? Are you tired of your job that gets you nowhere? Do you want to prepare your job exit to become a Business Champion for yourself. Do you want to be your own boss and take charge of your own financial future? If your answers are yes, read on… Every Entrepreneur has one thing in common – everyone was a beginner at one time. Many of them have gone on to achieve success beyond their …

This group was formed to help women who have a lot of great items they no longer need find a good home for their items, with the opportunity to swap for things they might need in the process! With the current economic conditions, times are tough, so the purpose of this group is to get rid of items you no longer need, and instead trade for something you do. I envison this being mostly a clothing, purses, accessories swap, but if members have other items, perhaps we can also hold specialized swaps …

As a Marriage, Family Therapist, author, speaker, and teacher for 30 years, I have helped many people create the love, joy, health, success, and abundance they desired. I love to share the unique process I developed that I call HART, which stands for Holistic And Rapid Transformation. Please join us if you are interested in feeling peacefully powerful and living a successful, happy life. I will be offering many group events to serve you. I have planned several fun and profound Thursday evening m …

We are the Bay Area chapter of the IIBA.   International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) is the independent non-profit professional association for the growing field of business analysis. Our goal is to create greater awareness of the BA profession by defining what is business analysis and working towards recognition of the value of the business analyst role.   Whatever your role -- requirements management, systems analysis, business analysis, requirements analysis, project management, or …

Internet marketing encompasses a broad, diverse set of processes: search, content networks, email marketing, affiliate networks, video ads, social media, viral marketing, and more. Our organizer, Bill Belew, is The Traffic Professor = his primary source of income is from blogging AND he pays his sizable Silicon Valley mortgage from his blogging revenue. He is also the author of the best-read How to Blog for Money and Web Traffic series. We meet regularly to discuss how to utilize these tools to …

We organize mountain bike rides of various levels, host trailwork events, participate in land manager planning processes, and ride with respect for the land and other trail users. Our 'flagship' group ride is our all-level "Monthly ROMP", held in locations around Santa Clara & San Mateo counties on the 4th Saturday of each month, weather permitting. For more info, see our calendar! You can also visit us at romp.org and on facebook

This group is for people who are interested in the Law of Attraction and want to learn how to apply it  in a fun and friendly setting. Everyone who understands the universal Law of Attraction (what you think and focus on you get, whether you want it or not) knows that it’s not rocket science – we all get it. But the implications and practice of it are life-changing and far-reaching. And when you start using your emotional guidance system, well, life just gets better and better! When you disc …

Welcome to San Jose I Liq Chuan practice group. The training is intended for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the sounds around you, your breathing, your v …

This group is open for anyone who is considering a divorce and has questions. It's moderated by a group of family lawyers, financial, and mental health professionals who work with divorcing couples. We offer seminars for the public (meetups) for a small fee where we talk about everything one needs to know about the divorce process.

We are so glad that your path has lead you here to evolve with us. We consider ours to be a holistic ministry - that is, a multi-traditional, spiritually centered community which sees all of nature and creation as divine. We strive to empower tribe and community through deep play and the sacred work of discovering who we are so that we may share our gifts and shine our light to ease the suffering of all sentient beings and raise the vibration on this planet to a higher level of consciousness. …

A new book club for fun-loving, intelligent gals who like to read and discuss non-fiction books. Meetings will occur at cafes, wine bars and/or restaurants, or in members homes throughout Santa Cruz County. At least half of each meeting will be devoted to book discussion, with the other half for socializing. Because this group is new, time and place for meetings will be determined based on members availability but will be set for a regular day/time each month. Processes for choosing books, leadi …

This is a group for anyone wanting to gain support and improve their parenting skills. I am a parent, former elementary school teacher, certified Positive Discipline Coach and Marriage and Family Therapist Intern (#62478). I run an ongoing parenting support group sponsored by the Process Therapy Institute in Los Gatos. Anyone is allowed to participate, but it is geared towards people that take the 7-week Positive Discipline Class I offer. Next Class begins April 17th at 6:30 and meets every Tues …

Our modern life styles come with their own set of specific health concerns with the top 3 being; Cancer, Diabetes, Cardio-vascular disease. All three of these chronic health conditions have two things in common. They all prey on bodies weakened by environmental toxins and underlying nutritional deficiencies. The odds of succumbing to one of these life changing conditions can be greatly reduced by making a few lifestyle changes including basic nutritional guidelines. I am presenting a series of n …

We are all descendants of farmers who worked their available land to produce the most nutritious food needed for health and survival. Today we are technically evolved yet disconnected from the farming process.  As a result our food supply has been jeopardized by a large centralized system that we are paying for with higher food costs, lower nutritional value and poorer overall health.  It is now time to seek  the knowledge of our farming ancestors by taking a different look at how our communitie …

Bay Area Practice Daters is a group committed to helping singles improve their dating skills so they are prepared when they get in front of a date that might be the one. “No pressure” practice dates allow for honest feedback to identify the reason(s) for dating fails. This group is for anyone who is on the dating scene and not achieving the desired results. We’re also for those who may have recently got out of a long term relationship and are trying to get back into the dating swing again. Where …

Hi my name is Nicole.  I am bringing back Women Creating Success after taking a break to raise my baby.  I invite you to join our circle of women and participate in the experience of this great connection women have, and the heart they bring to this space where they receive and give strength, power, and love. Women Creating Success was inspired from the Seven Spiritual Laws of Success.  It grew from there and evolved over the years. “Everyone has a purpose in life... A unique gift or special tal …

If there are any other parents living in San Jose looking to organize playdates for younger children (ages 2-12) with autism let's find a way to get together! Our children benefit so much from being involved in social activities with other children, but it is often difficult to find supportive and understanding environments for our children to play in. We can meet-up at parks, have play-dates in our homes, plan mini-trips on the weekend to various parks or trails etc. Many parents with children …

I Liq Chuan, Internal Martial Arts of Awareness… for the Ladies For you ladies out there who have been curious about learning martial arts - here is your chance to learn among other women in a safe and supportive environment. If you have background in any other form of martial arts and are curious, this class will help you improve in whatever style you have been learning. This is NOT a typical self-defense class where you’ll learn a few moves and techniques. Instead, you will learn secrets of In …

This group is for Bay Area Desi Divorced Singles. No age restrictions! To become a member there’s 3 basic requirements to be member of the group: You must be a “Desi”, i.e. of Indian origin. You must be local, i.e. a resident of San Francisco bay area. Any unattached single from (not in live-in together relationship) Indian origin that is above 18 years of age is welcome. If you are Divorcee, Widow or Separated but Divorce in process this is the group for you. Initially I started this group for …

This is a group for committed developing Psychic, Mediums who want to take their abilities even further. The times and dates may change depending on what issues members of the group are experiencing. Advanced notice would be appreciated. Offerings: Meditation Workshops: Our Basic Meditation Workshop will focus on 'Being Present', and Breath Work - and I will guide you through this process. This workshop is OPEN TO EVERYONE. In the Advanced Meditation Workshops - we will focus on the seven energy …

This is a group for photography enthusiasts who want access to the tools and skill sets that allow them to take better pictures. Members of this group believe the great photographers aren't born but are rather made from experience and practice. This group will share those experiences, observations, and best practices through photography and art study where the group will go over well composed and creative photography to dissect why they like it and how to re-create that image. The group will rel …

Women experience different and difficult transitions within their life. This meet up is geared towards young adults, adults, and seasoned women of all ages, cultures, abilities, and life experiences.  I am aware that we all experience growing pains in our lifetime. As we experience these seasons in our life, whether it be starting/ending a career, getting married/separated/divorced, having a child, parenting, experiencing menopause, retirement, or caring for an elderly parent, we aren't always e …

This is a meetup for people who would like to work with clay & learn more about creative clay & handbuilding. I've been teaching for a no. of years in the bay area & Santa Cruz, to children & adults. I am an advocate for the creative process. Through lessons you will be encouraged to bring your own imaginations, ideas, inspirations for your own unique sculptures. From traditional pottery to more wild figurative sculputres. The possibilities are endless.