Learn about important new technologies in the Java ecosystem: Java, Scala, Groovy, frameworks, tools, etc. We meet on the third wednesday of the month in downtown Oakland. The agenda is typically: 6.30pm-7pm - networking and pizza 7pm-9pm - presentation and Q&A Its a great opportunity to learn new technologies; network with other developers; and discover job opportunities.

This Meetup group is for those of us who love to hike with our dogs. We seek out the best dog-friendly trails in Oakland and nearby cities. We meet in small groups and our goal is fun for our dogs in a safe and friendly group. Our canine membership is very diverse ranging from a 6 pound Mini to a 180 pound Great Dane. We have a variety of breeds and mixes with all kinds of backgrounds. Dogs are social creatures just like their humans and the group interaction on our hikes is great for the dog's …

We meet to practice secrets to improve balance in a 4 week series of classes starting Thurday Feb 9th 5:45-7pm. Most of us take our sense of balance for granted -until we begin to loose it. All it takes is one bad fall to realize how insidiously it diminishes over time. While certain declines with age are unavoidable, physical therapists and fitness experts have repeatedly proved that much of the sense of balance can be preserved and even restored through exercises that require no special equipm …

Circle Sing is a women's singing group that sings and harmonizes inspirational music from many traditions. It's relaxed, lively, and full of heart. Each session includes breathing and vocal warm ups, a short session in sight singing, and most of all lots of singing and harmonizing. We encourage beginners as well as seasoned group singers. The only thing we ask is that you can carry a tune. (BTW If you can't carry a tune or are not sure, give Dale a call; she has had great success over the years …

Enjoy film? Like discussions that move beyond likes and dislikes and explore the ways character and circumstance in film reveal true aspects of life and the ways humans relate deeply (or don't)? In this group we'll meet at the Landmark Theater in Berkeley for matinees on some Saturdays--September through November, view artful films, and then stroll to a local cafe' for discussion and coffee/tea for about an hour. Join for one, Saturday a few, or all four. Potential for movie and dinner as a fun …

The Oakland Backgammon Club is looking to get started. Backgammon is a perfect metaphor for life, a mix of strategy with a roll of the dice, Backgammon is one of the Oldest games on the planet. It is also a great way to relax and blow a few hours without even noticing. Looking for moderate to skilled players to play. The focus will mainly be on modern traditional play. However Acey-Deucey, nackgammon and other variants are of interest.

Welcome members, to your East Bay EuroSunday Meetup community. Here, you will find event dates, location and times for all EuroSunday East Bay events. Make sure to check the EuroSunday website for other EuroSunday communities, updates, exclusive deals and potential changes to the East Bay event location. EuroSunday is a premier automotive car gathering, showcasing the very best of European marque automotives and motocycles. From everyday driven cars, exotics, to rare and supercars, EuroSunday fo …

We're a free business-networking and community-building group that meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 8:15 for breakfast. We talk about our businesses, pass referrals back and forth and generally laugh our heads off. It has been a fun and lucrative connection for many of us. GLENVIEW BREAKFAST CLUB ROSTER July 6, 2011 Members Stuart Sweetow Audio Visual Consultants 510.839.2020 sweetow@avconsultants.com Ron White Pre-Paid Legal Services 510.472.3 …

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We discuss recent developments in the science of consciousness and the emerging holistic paradigm. Learn about meditation, prayer healing, telepathy and self realization. We will study the latest scientific research in these areas as well as teachings of ancient and modern philosophers, psychologist and mystics. This group of students are studying the above subjects in the light of Theosophy an ancient philosophy plumbing the deepest ideas of religion, science and spirituality. Our next c …

The RTSO is modeled after the RTO in Edinburgh Scotland, founded by Alexander McCall Smith of the #1 Ladies Detective Agent fame! This is a string orchestra for adult amateurs and their kids who play better than they do! Meets the last Sunday of every month from 6:30 - 9 pm at St. Clement's Episcopal Church near the Claremont Hotel.

This group is an experiment to create a free exchange of modeling and drawing for artists, like myself, who love drawing from life. Group members take turns doing some of the modeling (clothed or nude) and will have plenty of time to draw. I have drawn from life on and off for the last 10 years or so and also have experience modeling for life drawing classes in the University setting. I think the experience of being on both sides of the coin is valuable and interesting. Details: - All meetings …

Welcome to the South Bay Law of Attraction Meetup group! This group is focused on Manifestation & The Law of Attraction - the same concepts discussed in The Secret by Rhonda Byrne, Law of Attraction: The Science of Attracting More of What You Want and Less of What You Don't by Michael Losier and Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. The basic concept is that we materialize what we focus on. That is an excellent reason to think positive! Join this group if you're interested in participating in a …

We are long-standing group of bridge players who meet a couple of Wednesdays a month in different players homes. This is a social group - we enjoy playing bridge together but discourage players from offering unsolicited critiques of other people's plays...thus, our name. Players wanting to join should know how to play the game but need not be expert...all levels are welcome. This is a drop-in group. You need not attend every game, though an RSVP is requested. The location ranges from the East Ba …

Purpose of group: for people in Oakland and Bay Area who would like to immerse in events with a focus on practical application of NVC in daily life. You are invited to join this group whether or not you have had any exposure at all to Nonviolent Communication-or years of experience. Join if you want to PRACTICE with others hearing and being heard in ways that invite understanding, clarity and connection.

Started in January 2009, the Breakfast Blogging Club is dedicated to providing a writing environment that's supportive, educational, productive and fun, so our participants can successfully write for their blogs and build awareness for their businesses. We've held over 20 events so far and blogged with over 150 participants. Each meeting follows a format that combines learning, sharing and taking action. Agenda at our breakfast meetings: 9:00 - Networking, get breakfast 9:15 - Introductio …