We are the organizers and attendees of Program For The Future 2008 (http://programforthefuture.org). From that conference, we have a set of initiatives and a growing community - all whose shared objective is to help bring about teamwork and massive collaboration on a global scale in order to avert planetary disaster - the vision that inspired Doug Engelbart to invent the mouse, hypertext, windowed computer interaction, multimedia, outline processing, wikis, and even more innovations the world …

Why this group is started: I want to meet new people and have high quality dialogue with other professionals, which might give you inspiration, knowledge, learning experience and sharing your thought for others' feedback...etc. “How do you spend your lunchtime?” This group gives you opportunities to share your visions, dreams and get some support for planning future and make actions…at lunch time. "How about getting out of your office and meet up for lunch once a month?" The purpose of this …

This Meetup is for parents of children with special needs in the Silicon Valley who want the straight scoop on the legal planning they should have in place to make sure their kids and money are taken care of by the people they want in the way they want ... no matter what. At our Meetups, you will learn: -- How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Future and Build a Fortress of Protection Around Your Child that Will Last a Lifetime. -- The 10 Steps You Must Take to Plan for the Future Care of You …

We are Silicon Valley Inventors, we invent the the future. Whether its a simple novelty or the next billion dollar idea, we all share the same excitement and passion for our inventions. We are the ones that get up in the middle of the night and reach for a pen, we enjoy listening to others visions of the future and sharing our creations with the world. Our group will focus on sharing knowledge, to get every member from the first step to the last. We will have a collective list of resources avail …

We have Hadoop meetups that brings awareness about Hadoop Ecosystem to an extent or that discusses about the future enhancements in Hadoop and products and things that can be done. But there is no proper meetup that can provide perspective of a real Hadoop Developer to the current market that can address any level of knowledge seeker. Also there is no meetup group where one actually working on Hadoop Ecosystem can discuss common issues they face and ask for help. This meetup group overcomes thes …

WELCOME TO “CONNECT AND PROSPER!” NETWORKING …a networking arena created to introduce you to a plethora of resources and carefully implemented to: provide you a series of meetups geared to educate, with a venue to network; provide support to those of you who want to create and improve the quality of your endeavors, what ever personal paths you’ve chosen; bring state of the art, interactive workshops that engage and bring value to all of you Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners and Individuals …

Husbands2Heroes (H2H) Support Group: “Heroes are not born, nor bred, but are forged through the fire of testing.” This is a new weekly support group open to all husbands, regardless of age, ethnicity, belief, or faith tradition, who want help, hope, and healing in their marriages. H2H pledges to join with husbands and equip them to run their own marriage marathon with purpose, training, and confidence to finish what they started. If you wish to rise up and take responsibility in becoming a Hero …

Many people want to express their creativity but haven't found the right outlet. Sound familiar?  Then this is the place for you! Fun, supportive environment, this meet-up is held at my studio located at 2231 Winchester Blvd. Campbell, 95008. The studio is crammed with tons of hand-made papers, paints, canvas, glue, fabric, string, found objects...anything you need to express yourself! Work on a specific project (see examples below) or do your own thing after a short tutorial about how to use th …

The Digital Media SIG (special interest group) meets 5 times per year to explore the emerging concepts and platforms that are constantly reshaping "digital media" as we know it. New platforms are mobile, new currencies are virtual, and the reality has been augmented. A generation has grown up digital, and the game is increasingly social. The Digital Media SIG is the place to find the talent and projects that will reshape the territory in ways we haven't yet thought of. Have your own ideas about …

Have you ever felt that you were meant for more? Maybe it's a higher level of love, success, health, happiness, or abundance. Maybe it's just living on your OWN terms. Whatever your dream is, you probably faced some obstacles that seem insurmountable. You did everything you could--read self-help books, watched the videos, attended the seminars--and still, you can't move forward! What could be holding you back? It's NOT your fault. If it was only you, then your challenges will be resolved by y …

This is what we do! Northern California's Premier Mountain Biking Group Anyone that has been bitten by the mountain biking bug, knows there's no turning back and never enough rides. With 1400 Plus members, over 100 positive group reviews, and 250 rides a year... we are sure to have just the ride/trail you have been looking for. So, what are you waiting for? Our membership group is comprised of riders with various skill levels and ages. We may have different fitness levels, but all share the comm …

Hi, Are you looking to expand your network and make new friends? We’re creating this group to meet other Professionals in the Bay Area. There’s so much to do in the Bay Area and would be great to have other like minded singles pursue activities together. We’re planning on having a lot of events (i.e., hiking, dinners, movies, picnics, day trips, etc.). Of course once the group is formed we also want input from members as well. Looking forward to making long lasting friendships. Also, note our RS …

**ALTHOUGH WE ARE CLOSED OFF AND ON TO NEW MEMBERS, PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL IF YOU'D BE INTERESTED IN BEING NOTIFIED AS SOON WHEN WE OPEN UP IN THE FUTURE** Are you looking to join a Mom’s group that offers a little bit of everything? Do you have children that need to get out of the house and release energy while being social with other kids? Do YOU have to get out of the house and release energy while being social with other adults? Well then, this is the group for you! We are a group of Moms th …

This group is comprised of singles, over 50 who wish to enjoy the beauty and offerings in the City of Saratoga.  Whether we meet for coffee, dinner, games, wine or a movie, a hike around Montalvo or tasting at the Mountain Winery, we will enjoy activities and support the Saratoga community. We will meet once a month, maybe more if something is happening in the village or for special events.  I will post events so that you will know what else is being offered in Saratoga.  Not all events will be …

This group is for those who love to draw, doodle, illustrate or generally be creative! There is no level of drawing expertise that you specifically need to have to participate. Stick figures are most welcome, and in fact, can be quite hilarious and awesome! Its challenging to find time to do art when you are busy living life, and if you love art and wish you did more then these meetups will be a solution for you. There will be time for free drawing at each meetup, but mostly there are themes fo …

How about having one group where you see your startup dreams coming true? How about meeting the Gurus/Mentors for entrepreneurship/legal/marketing/internet marketing/technology at one stop? And How about not spending a penny for all above? NOPAY is the place for you, whether you are an inventor or designer with product idea or if you have just re-engineered some ideas and you feel you can do better with a start up or if you are a thinker with an idea for startup or if you are a developer/comput …

This group was organized to develop and support the atheist community, to provide opportunities for socializing and friendship, to promote secular viewpoints, to encourage positive atheist culture, to defend the first amendment principle of state-church separation, to oppose discrimination against atheists and to work with other organizations in pursuit of common goals. We meet twice a month in various Bay Area locations. In the future we plan to hold special sessions with guest speakers, movie …

Welcome all boomers, single or couple, from their mid-40s who love to travel, are  looking for travel buddies for specific travel dates and destinations. If you have always had a desire to travel - join us and make new friends - learn from each other and maybe find a travel buddy. Share ideas, travel experiences and suggest ideas for future trips - day trips, short trips, some longer in time and culturally-focused adventures too. If you are single or solo and hate paying single supplement fees …

We would like to invite all photographers - Beginners to Advanced, Digital or Film, Men or Women to join our Meetup Group and participate in a variety of Photo Shoots, Workshops and Classes. Please note that many of our events involve tasteful nudity. For our Group Photo Shoots and Workshops, we use both photography studios as well as a variety of unique spaces including outdoor locations and private homes and estates. If you have a location that we could use please let us know. We hold our even …

Virtual reality has the potential to profoundly impact work, play, and society as a whole. Immersive virtual experiences previously known only in the realms of science fiction are finally within reach. Who should attend? SVVR is open to anyone interested in or curious about virtual reality, including developers, hackers, futurists, gamers, entrepreneurs, investors, and dreamers. The Oculus Rift, Kinect, LEAP, and Razer Hydra are the first wave of affordable consumer VR devices. Join us to discus …

As the region’s leading voice of business since 1886, the San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce speaks on issues of importance to businesses across the Santa Clara Valley. Our membership ranges from large Fortune 500 firms to small, family-owned businesses. They share a common understanding: protecting and improving the Silicon Valley business climate is the key to our future economic prosperity. SJSV Chamber’s annual program of work is led by a 70-member board that consists of business le …

This for anyone and everyone interested in the Lecture Series at The Tech Museum of Innovation in downtown San Jose to band together and attend as a group. The lectures focus on the many different intersections science and technology make with culture, arts, politics, math, and our entire world. If you're an expert or enthusiast in any of these fields or subjects, and have been to one or more of these lectures or wish to attend in the future, this is the place to discuss the presented subjects a …

Enjoy vegetarian food in beautiful Santa Cruz County, California! Plant-based eating here is outstanding, as we have some of the freshest year-round produce in the world! Whether you're vegetarian, reducing meat consumption, or just want to enjoy a healthy meat-free meal and conversation, please join us! Our meetups are Fun social events where you can explore your food options and choices with no pressure, honest. Why do some people reduce or eliminate meat consumption? There are many different …

This playgroup is for nature lovers with children who want to meet and make friends with other families while camping, hiking and enjoying playdates. When you request to join, plan on being ACTIVE in the group by coming out at least once a month. I also encourage you to check out our members' profiles and reach out to members you think you have something in common with. Most events take place in natural areas surrounding San Jose. Meetups are frequently scheduled in San Jose, the Santa Cruz Moun …

Meet other local photographers to learn from each other and take beautiful pictures together! Our goal is to organize monthly low-cost meetings with various topics. We can do photoshoots in various locations, or have demonstrations of shooting and computer techniques. Amateurs and professionals are welcome to join! A willingness to share is more important than your level of expertise. Digital gear is pretty much a given, and a camera with manual controls is required for most of the planned sho …

The Silicon Valley Speechwriters Roundtable is modeled on the long-standing Washington Speechwriters Roundtable. It is a casual alliance of speechwriters who work with organizations located in Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area who are interested in professional camaraderie, sharpening skills, sharing resources, and exchanging war stories. The group is open to anyone (no matter where you live) who currently works with Silicon Valley companies, or might like to do so. Our members might …

If you're new to San Jose or just looking for a fun way to stay active, this is the group for you! We have lots of fun free events (pickup games, pub crawls with tons of people, etc.) but our bread and butter are our coed adult sports leagues. The group is for adults 21 and older, and the average age range is 25-35. This group is great for both singles and couples alike! It's a great way to meet new people for: work, friends, love, networking, etc. Featured in the Fox40 Sacramento morning news …

South Bay Entrepreneurs will be a deciding force behind economic growth! The South Bay Alliance of Entrepreneurs is a community for CEOs, Small Business Owners, Business Decision Makers, Startup Founders, MBA students, and Innovators. Our mission is to provide peer-to-peer support, bring forward expert resources and information, and to form a support network for entrepreneurs who are leading the economic future of our nation! Join us today for fun, support, community ... and shared success! …