The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. That is what is found through the guided practice of subtraction in Maum Meditation. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Maum Meditation brings people to the Universe mind which is always at peace regardless of conditions. It is the mind where there is no more ups and downs. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no …

Are you grappling with how to integrate your spirituality into your daily life? You are not alone! Do you find yourself wrestling with spiritual issues such as violence, poverty, injustice, greed, social responsibility, suffering and fear? Wish you had someone to discuss these and other important topics with? You are not alone! This group meets to discuss topics (chosen by the group) that relate to our spirituality and spiritual practice. We read articles, watch video clips and reflect on curr …

This group is for people who, like me, say they love dancing and don't do it nearly enough. I want to check out dance spots in Oakland and Berkeley and perhaps make our way over to SF as well. I feel like a lot of 20 something meet-ups revolve around happy hour, so while I know people might want to drink, I do want to put the option out there that I am probably going to be sober or else have perhaps one red stripe. I want to dance, not get drunken, and would love to find other people that ha …

Join in on the fun at our Hoop Revolution Meetup! Hoop Dance is a revolutionary mind-body practice that strengthens your core, tones your entire body, reduces stress and quiets and centers the mind. People who enjoy yoga, pilates and dance love hooping. If you are looking for a fun, effective, low impact, holistic fitness practice, you'll love hooping too! Think you can't dance? Hooping makes rhythm and dance movement accessible to everyone, due to its uniquely effective dance tool - the hoop! …

East Bay Pug owners need a way to get together and share all the pugs and puggy goodness in our lives.

Join us for some fun with Astrology, using the language of planetary forces. Samuel Sagan founder and director of the Clairvision School, is the author of Planetary Forces Alchemy and Healing. Its based in the language of planetary forces, so rather than knowing that your sun is in Leo, it looks at placement of all planets in relationship to each other. This meetup is focused on different aspects of astrology as it is introduced in this book. Time: 7.30pm – 9.00pm 4th Wednesday of the mo …

Wyvern's Spur is the Berkeley chapter of Amtgard, nation wide medieval / fantasy combat game, and has been meeting weekly since 2001. We use safe foam 'weapons' supplemented by a magic system, to chase each other down and joyfully whack each other every week. So stop playing WOW! Stand up from your table top game, leave behind your MMORPG, and have some good fun! We meet at Cesar Chavez park, near the kite flyers, Sundays about 1pm and go until we're tired.

Meet fellow Wine Enthusiasts near you! Come to a local Wine Meetup to taste new wines. We are forming a friendly, open, fun and upbeat wine tasting group. Let's spend an evening a month or so exploring the complex and fun world of Wine.

Meet new people, knit or crochet and help others, while chatting over coffee or a bite to eat. Come join us! Create knitted or crocheted projects for: Homeless Animals Children in a war-torn country Women surviving domestic violence Soldiers far from home Families who have lost their home Babies and children with cancer or AIDS We have patterns, yarn and ideas to share! This group is sponsored by the Table. www.thetableberkeley.org

Welcome to OCSC SAILING's Meetup Group. Meet with other local Sailing Enthusiasts to share stories and organize outings. We welcome sailors of all experience levels (especially those with no experience.) We want to enjoy the sport and meet like-minded people who want enjoy the best that the San Francisco Bay has to offer. Our events will include presentations by experienced sailors, networking and, of course, SAILING!!

Join us for a variety of fun and dynamic talks focused on consciousness and transformation. Meditation is the key to exploring inner realms. Learn about techniques based on the inner space of meditation. Techniques to explore consciousness, to overcome emotional blockages and explore the creation at large. They are transformational, enlivening and fun. At each meeting we will hear from different practitioners who work towards transforming consciousness through meditation based techniques. …

A forum for artists (painters, photographers, jewelers, sculptors, designers, writers, crafters) and any other creative types to meet and connect monthly. We will share our successes and struggles so others can benefit as well as get to know each other to develop a vibrant network.

Plant spirit healing begins with the awareness that plants have healing gifts to offer us beyond their physical constituents. Shamans, healers and our indigenous ancestors have known this since the beginning of time. When we are in coherence with these plant spirits we are able to receive balance and healing. Moving into this co-creative relationship with nature also us to feel connected to the interconnected web of life and allows earth healing to take place. Join us for a day of awakening this …

Free Your Mind - The Open Way - GATHERINGS NEAR YOU - STAY AWARE - JOIN NOW SO WE CAN START GATHERING IN YOUR AREA NOW!! CALIFORNIA - East bay - North Bay - South Bay - San Francisco - Berkeley - Santa Cruz - San Jose - San Rafael - Marin - And ALL other surrounding Bay areas and all of California as well!! (If interested... see our Florida meetup gatherings as well!! And of course www.theopenway.org worldwide - and support our upcoming radio show for ALL to hear and share and be!!) www.theopenw …

The purpose of this group is to spread the word about Holotropic Breathwork groups to a larger number of people, as well as share when the different groups are happening. With this group I want to provide a space for those curious and new to the work, to experience it for the first time in a supportive and nourishing environment. As well as those who have practiced it for some time, have a place and a community to come back to. I have found through the years, that this work is a wonderf …