This meetup exists because I was damn tired of being the only black person at other tech meetups. We aim to be a network of developers in NYC interested in becoming better, learning from each other and networking. Developers of all skill levels are welcome, from experienced hardcore, neckbeard hackers, to n00bs. If you want to be awesome, or more awesome, I hope you can find yourself at home here. If you're an MBA who's never written a line of code, but has an awesome startup idea, this proba …

Hi everyone! This is the Meetup group that corresponds to theEbooks, Ebook Readers, Digital Books and Digital Content LinkedIn group: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Ebooks-Ebook-Readers-Digital-Books-1515307?trk=myg_ugrp_ovr Book Publishing professionals interested in latest industry news and experiments on ebooks (e-books), ebook readers, digital books & content—creating/developing, marketing & sales: what's working/not, what are you trying, expand your network, improve your resources, …

We discuss the Quran in an open minded and interactive manner to seek interpretations that are spiritually uplifting and facilitate personal growth.

This group is for those trying to get pregnant, expecting and new moms. We focus on the alternative health aspect of pregnancy and new mommyhood. We hold events in different locations throughout the city educating you on how to have an easy, healthy pregnancy. I personally now alot about pregnancy so if you have any questions or need a referral please do not hesitate to ask

I8 FOOD BLOG: This is were me and my authors/editors drop our wisdom with reviews, eatymology, recipes, etc! Our new food blog is up! http://www.i8nyc.com TWITTER @ I8AND8: Every Deal will be posted there. That's right. You get the inside track to invites on everything I get. Well, most :) http://www.twitter.com/i8and8 I8 FACEBOOK PAGE: You will get invited FIRST to Exclusive Events. All you have to do is …

This group will bring together hotel professionals that provide concierge services. While there may be some opportunity for networking, the intent is for events to be more social. The organizer will plan calm gatherings as well as more festive social events.

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This Meetup Group is for RAINN hotline volunteers near New York City. If you'd like to contact a trained volunteer please visit RAINN's website here: http://www.rainn.org/ or contact the hotline by phone here: 800.656.HOPE RAINN provides support for sexual assault victims and their loved ones through two hotlines at 800.656.HOPE and online.rainn.org. Whether you are more comfortable on the telephone or online, RAINN has services that can guide you in your recovery. The National …

@brandhackers is a monthly new york city meetup since 2008 showcasing prominent and rising digital marketing and brand technology opinion leaders. Embracing digital media and creative innovation inclusive of social media, mobile, tablets, augmented reality, demand side platforms, data sharing, gaming, Search, SEO, GPS location-based services, social shopping, video and analytics, @brandhackers seeks to keep members abreast of new technologies, innovations and digital disruptive platforms which …

We welcome those who support pits, even if you aren't NYC residents or pit bull owners! ** NYC meetups for Pit bulls / Pit mixes (staffs, rescues, etc) every Saturday or Sunday throughout whole year. ** We meet at various parks and dog runs, dog-friendly restaurants, take walks along rivers and bridges, and through New York City neighborhoods. A great opportunity to socialize your dogs in a welcoming and helpful environment. Options abound for people with dog-aggressive pits who still want to …

For those of you looking to get out of the city, this group is for you! Our main activity will be hiking. We'll also try to squeeze in some biking, skiing and casual laziness under the sun or by a fire. This is a totally not-for-profit, non-commercial group. We don't charge fees for our activities. If we ever do collect money it is strictly to cover the cost of group expenses, such as renting camp sites. I, Rob, took took over as head organizer in May of 2010, although I'd been organizing hi …

Every other Monday evenings, a group of volunteers meet at fresh art to sew sock monkeys that are sold on the fresh art website, craft fairs and several NYC stores. The proceeds from the sales of the sock monkeys go towards funding fresh art's programming for artists with special needs (for further information about fresh art's programming and the organization's history please visit www.freshartnyc.org). All materials and instructions are provided, and no advanced sewing skills are necessary. We …

Our Meetup welcomes all interested in life and business coaching, whether you are interested in receiving coaching, are yourself a coach, or someone who would like to explore the practice of professional coaching. We will meet in person as well as by conference calls to explore avenues personal growth related to coaching, including the Law of Attraction, goal setting, and coaching fundamentals. We hold regular coaching calls where members or guests can receive live coaching in real time, either …

Alliance Building Networking is about relationship building and the creation of powerful alliances so that your network becomes a goldmine of referrals, resources, wisdom and amazing connections. Our events foster this spirit as we host ''relationship first' events with interactive activities. Join us at our next event on Thu, January 12th.

We are a community of socially and philanthropically inclined writers and readers. PUBSLUSH is an innovative publishing platform transforming the industry through a grassroots movement committed to giving back. We allow readers to decide what books get published, and provide a forum to discover aspiring authors. For every book we sell, we donate a book to a child in need. PUBSLUSH is a full service publisher that uses crowdsourcing as the first step in the publication process to discover promisi …