We are from the Soto Zen Tradition. This group is for you if you are curious about Zen practice, or you are a Zen practitioner looking to develop a practice with mentorship and camaraderie. We conduct a formal weekly class on Saturday mornings which includes Zazen, Kinhin, Chanting, Tea and Zen Chat. We also have readings and Dharma discussions. Our guide is Kosho Itagaki, a Zen priest, born, educated and ordained in Japan. Our venue is the Academy of Koei-Kan Karate-Do at Belluvue for a time …

Short version: 1. Meets Friday nights, 1 to 2 times/month, primarily on the Eastside 2. No critique or planned discussion, minimal conversation during meetup time. The focus is on writing rather than socializing. 3. All types of writers welcome 4. 3 no-shows and you're out of the group (no-show means you RSVP'd yes but didn't attend) 5. No dues required, but you're welcome to buy the organizer a cup of tea to offset Meetup's group organization costs ($12/mo). Full version: This is a casual but s …

This group is open to knitters of all levels, though we try to put an emphasis on learning new skills and helping new knitters get started. If you are True Newbie looking for the support to get past that first row (or to remember how to cast-on), this is definitely the group for you! If you are an experienced knitter just looking for fellow yarn-aholics and maybe inspiration to try something new, you have found the right group. Not new to knitting, but new to Seattle? You will definitely find fr …

Former Dupont Knitters are welcome to join us or I suggest the Olympia group as another alternative:  Oly Yarncraft In rural Pierce County, most other crafting groups are at inconveniet distances, locations, or times.  I hope this group will prove convenient for the Mountain Highway/Highway 7 corridor.  I am looking for interested crafters of any type , but especially knitting. I hope the group will provide assistance to all levels of crafters and that those with expertise will share it. While m …

At the Cosmic Cafe, we are updating the focus from Law of Attraction to the beginning of Light Based Consciousness, which encompasses LoA. We will continue to have Guest Speakers on various topics including Psychic Development, The New Earth changes, Mediumship, Ascended Masters, Healing, Spirit Art, Drumming, and even Tarot. The Ascension Into Light Foundation in The International District, Seattle provides the space. They offer additional classes and workshop at a deeper level on the topics we …

This is a time for spiritual women -like yourself- to gather in sacred council. The calling is clear and persistent… You do hear it!  You can feel it!  Women… come and let us gather together, as we once did, in a gentle supportive circle where we  are collectively creating a sacred synergy through drumming, singing, dancing, ceremonies, rites of passage from all faiths, creative art, movement and food as we share and celebrate together. As a gathering of women, we approach our spiritual work thr …

Have fun in each decade of 1910-1950. 1910s - Victorian 1920s - Flappers, Prohibition Era, Great Gatsby 1930s - Depression Era, Hollywood Glamor 1940s - WWII, Baby Boom 1950s - Rockabilly, Elvis In this group, we'll get dressed up in the style of the decade, and then go out together enjoying a fun activity celebrating the theme and style of that decade. Possible activities: - Tea and finger sandwiches - Promenades and dances. - Architectural tours - Underground Cigar Clubs and Spea …

Being sincerely concerned about the state of our nation and the direction this administration is taking it, we would like develop a social connection with lesbians sharing our same views. We would like to form a community of women that are informed of current issues, want to discuss them, vent their frustrations and feel safe in a supportive setting. We are not looking to change anyone’s mind. The women of this group don’t agree 100% on every issue, but have similar view points on fiscal & gover …

Regus is proud to host a monthly networking event for those in the tech community. Whether you are building a website, launching an app, or are a web programmer, we invite you to network with a number of like-minded individuals. Learn best practices from a variety of new and established companies, and experience the atmosphere of a coworking environment. Each monthly event will have a guest speaker within the community to speak about their company and network with the group. Bring your business …

The purpose of this meetup is to facilitate the election of Dr. Ron Paul as President of the United States in 2012.  Congressman Ron Paul of Texas enjoys a national reputation as the premier advocate for liberty in politics today. Dr. Paul is the leading spokesman in Washington for limited constitutional government, low taxes, free markets, and a return to sound monetary policies based on commodity-backed currency. He is known among both his colleagues in Congress and his constituents for his co …

Welcome Liberty-lovers of King County! Come out and promote individual liberty, economic freedom, and social tolerance! We're expanding quickly and will be holding many events, including rallies, group charity work, mixers, lobbying days, and development meetings. We're organizing to empower activists and have a huge impact in 2013! In the end, it all comes down to community, so keep posting, sharing, and promoting freedom! Also, check out our Facebook page to stay up-to-date (www.facebook.com …

Every month we read the best book as chosen by our members. We then meet and discuss them. If the book we chose has been made in to a movie or a play, then we might schedule an additional meetup event.  If you are fond of reading and would enjoy discussing books like Three Cups of Tea, The Help, and The Art of Racing in the Rain, we would love to have you as a member of our group.

This Meetup is all about arranging flowers & creating floral projects to take home the same night. Most of the time we’ll be using fresh flowers, but an occasional silk flower project is a possibility. We’ll meet at the Organizer’s Farmhouse in Edgewood, WA, very close to Fife & Milton. Julia’s Farmhouse was built in 1900, and is a comfy old place, and very relaxed. There is room for up to 15 members every time – many more would be a squeeze. If our Meetup gets larger, we’ll decide together what …

You are invited to join our community of Kriya Yogis spreading Earth Peace through Self Peace. Our group practices the same Kriya Yoga given by Babaji as mentioned in the book "Autobiography of a Yogi" by Paramahansa Yogananda. We practice under the guidance of our SatGuru, Yogiraj Siddhanath. No matter your religion, race, gender, orientation, class, creed, or personal philosophy Kriya Yoga is for you. It complements all walks of life, and contradicts none. Our community has many opportunities …

The mission of the non-partisan Campaign for Liberty is to promote and defend the great American principles of individual liberty, constitutional government, sound money, free markets, and a noninterventionist foreign policy by means of educational and political activity. Campaign for Liberty carries out its mission through a variety of activities such as: providing a strong voice for these values in political life at every level of government by expanding our numbers of neighborhood local coord …

Sunshine Grove is an rare community of amazing women and men who love to share and learn about Herbalism, Herbs, Permaculture Design, Gardening, Sustainable Living, Wild Edible Foods, Chickens, Growing and Harvesting Vegetables - Herbs and Plants, Canning, Making Infusions - Salves and Tinctures, Crafts, Day Hikes, Hiking, Nature Walks, Herb Walks, Taking Adventures & Tour, Field Trips, Mushrooms, Ethnobotany, Herbal Medicines, the LOVE of the outdoors, facilitating Womens Groups , Hand Drumming …

Are you new to knitting and looking for a way to connect with other knitters for fun and support? Or maybe you are an experienced knitter and would like to share tips and ideas... All skill levels are welcome. We are a new group that meets once a month at a great, casual Georgetown pub for drinks, snacks, conversation and of course knitting!

Get together with other Gig Harbor area readers who enjoy discussing their latest read book. You can be part of the planning process in choosing the next books to read. Full Moon Art Gallery will host the Book Club Meetings and provide free coffee and tea - members are welcome to bring other beverages. Meetings will take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

This group was birthed March 7, 2009 out of my silent scream, "What is happening to America?" I thought that I was alone. I had to do something; had to connect with others. Our first Meetup was on the 13th for Glenn Beck's first address to millions of those who thought they were alone in tsunami of progressive propaganda. GOALS FOR US: The goals are simple but require focus and dedication COMMUNICATE - We want to verbally and spiritually connect with others who are sick of the destructive prog …