WE'VE MOVED!  See below. ------------------------- Hi Everyone, Thanks for checking out our single parents helping single parents group. Things have been slow to get going in this group on the Meetup site.  The consensus is that Meetup is not the right vehicle for a group of this nature.  Meetup is designed for specific events at specific times and is not a very good communication tool.  It does have a discussion board, but it is clunky and no one uses it. So we're moving. From now on the GO …

Looking for fun and safe activities for youth and teens in high school and junior high? We will share information about fun teen activities in the Bay Area. This group is open to parents of all teens. Many of the teen activities are held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Los Altos, California, but we also take trips to Laser Quest, bowling, movies, rafting, etc. Join us to learn more about fun activities for your teenager.

It's his kid. And she's the "Auntie" aka Step Mom. The kid lives with each parent one week at a time. Our situation is a challenge but we suspect we're not the only ones. We're looking to meet people in similar situation as us to share experiences and for the kid to make new friends.

Dear Parents and Teachers, We bring together encouraging parents and enthusiastic Young Writers (ages 7-12) to share stories, exchange ideas, and grow creative writing skills in a fun and informal workshop setting. Our events include guest speakers (artists, writers, photographers, etc.), games, field trips and both one-time workshops and writing workshop series. Of course, we're always looking for new ideas to inspire creative writing within our community. If you have any questions, then please …

This is a playgroup for LGBT parents with kids of any age (or even those pregnant, or considering).  SF and South Bay parents are welcome too!

Hi there I'm Jill and I am a professional organizer and feng shui consultatant. I decieded to start this meetup because I am genuinly concerned and want to help with childrens environments. The purpose of this group is to have idea sounding board or help and clairification for busy families,parents,teachers, or caregivers to help create a more organized harmonious environment. Who should join is anybody that is interested in childrens environments! =)

This is a fun, interactive session that both parents and kids will join. There will be the opportunity for yoga that is energizing, fun and healthy for the body and mind. There will also be interactive games that teach leadership skills, teamwork, enthusaism and ability of focus. Though this is a free event, confirmation of attendance is required.

There seem to be plenty of meetups for SAHMs, but its harder to find folks interested in meeting on weekends and weekday evenings, so this group is designed especially for working parents who would like to establish new friends for themselves and their child(ren) aged around 1-3 years old. (Older and younger siblings are welcome, too!) (Stay-at-home moms and dads are also very welcome, but the main objective of this group is to schedule events outside of the standard workweek, so that working p …

Hi Everyone! This one's for the Bizy Mama's & Dada's out there who would love to enjoy each! If you're like me, you have awesome kids who LOVE to have fun! :) I'm a "Mama Love" of 3 kids ages, 8, 5 and 3! My husband and I haven't been on a date.. since.. well... I can't remember! And I'm sure a lot of parents are going through the same thing :). What if we could all SAVE MONEY by flip flopping with childcare??:) Thus, if you'd like to go out on a date night, I could watch your kids and visa vers …

Starting in September, our Parents Information Night will change to a monthly parents support group called Parenting Beyond 18. This support group will meet once a month, coinciding with the first Club Neuro of the month. We'll meet at EvoLibri's office and once Club Neuro is underway, we'll walk to a nearby restaurant. It is VITAL that you RSVP if you plan on attending, and if you change your mind, to change your RSVP to no if you cannot. We make reservations at local restaurants based on RSVP …

StrollerFriends is a group of moms from your area who are seeking a social group that is health-minded. Weekly play dates allow parents to regularly meet and discuss what’s on your minds while allowing your children to get in some fun playtime. We are powered by Baby Boot Camp and getting resources from Earth's Best!

Welcome all! We are a fun social group for 1st time moms and dads in the Peninsula/South Bay area who want to come together to make lasting friendships with other new moms and dads. During this exciting, fun and life-changing time in our lives, it's nice to to be with others who are in the same boat with whom we can get advice from, give support to and share a laugh with. We have a few simple criteria for membership: 1) Your first child was born between April 2011 and April 2012 2) Your family l …

Blossom Birth is a non-profit education and resource center that provides parents and birth professionals with a holistic, non-judgmental view of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting. Through classes, workshops, support groups, and accessibility to community resources, Blossom strives to support and inform expectant and new parents to raise healthy, secure children- making our community strong now and into the future.

Looking for family or children-focused activities and learning opportunities? This meetup is for families with small children. Most of our meetups are held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Los Altos, California. Our events are open to everyone and include several exciting events and activities throughout the year such as a popular Easter Egg Hunt, Pumpkin Party, Summer Adventure Club, Christmas Birthday Party for Jesus, weekly Sunday School, singing activities, crafts, cooking, and lots of other f …

I am a licensed Zumba Instructor. Teaching Zumba is my passion. Join me for some real fun and fitness! Men and women...It doesn't matter if you don't know how to dance, if you are not coordinated, if you are shy...you will have FUN and a great workout! First class is FREE! $11.00/class. Punch cards available for 10 classes ($9.00/class).

If you live in Silicon Valley and your child is between 3- 6 years old without a sibling, let's get together for affordable activities in our neighborhood, such as having picnics at neighborhood parks and play dates in our homes. We can also have events such as moms night-out, movies, dinner… and anything else that looks like fun.”

The Mom-e Club is: A national networking AND support organization We bring mom and women entrepreneurs together in a safe, comfortable environment to build meaningful connections and learn from one another through our face-to-face meetings and educational webinars. No high heels or fake facades required. Come join us and just be. Your first two visits are complimentary. A place to grow both personally and professionally Whether you're an aspiring or established mom or women entrepreneur, we are …

This is an experimental subset of the Bay Area Quantified Self Show&Tell meetup group. It's QS in the valley - an eclectic exploration of self-tracking - geotracking, life-logging, DNA sequencing, etc. - to gain more knowledge about yourself.  If you have a self-tracking story to share or want to come and learn and be inspired, join us! Topics include, but are not limited to: • Aging in Place Technology • Behavior change and monitoring • Caregiving of digital patients • Chemical Body Load Counts …

The Association of C/C++ Users' Silicon Valley chapter is loosely affiliated with its UK-based parent organization. The Silicon Valley ACCU meets bi-monthly, once for a presentation and once as a workshop. Meetings are always open to the public and are free of charge.

How will a Toastmasters club benefit you? Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving prese …

Startups working on cool stuff and not-so-cool stuff for families, kids, moms, dads, parents, grandparents..... co-hosted by ActivityHero and 500 Startups Monthly meetups with panel discussions and networking.

Are you missing out on the most important relationship in your life? It’s not the relationship with your significant other, your parents, or your children… it’s the relationship with yourself! Do you ever criticize, judge, or ignore yourself? When you treat yourself with disrespect, all other aspects of your life suffer: Your relationships with others, your career, and your personal life. Join us for practical and engaging workshops and discussions, where you will be able to heal the wounded rel …

This group is for otherkin in the San Francisco Bay area. All kinds are welcome: elves, faeries, sidhe, Tuatha De Danann, dragons, angels, nature spirits, unicorns, gryphons, and any other kind of mythical, magical, fantastic, or spiritual non-human folk. This group is primarily intended for otherkin, not therianthropes. Therians/weres are not barred from joining if they identify with a mythic and otherworldly "feel" or maybe just want to talk to some otherkin, but the focus is on otherkin (such …

This is a group for anyone who has, wants, is thinking about adopting, or used to have a cat. If you HAVE a cat, perhaps you'd like to discuss veterinary care with other feline parents. If you are thinking about adopting a cat, you might want to talk to others about where they got their four-legged friend. If you used to have a cat, aren't ready for a new one, but still want to enjoy the company, a meetup with cat families might be ideal. This also goes for anyone who wants a cat, though circums …

We're dedicated to giving mothers the time and space to explore do-it-yourself craft and design, hacker/maker culture, entrepreneurship, and all manner of creative expression. Because our kids learn by watching us, we provide on-site childcare for all daytime (and some evening) meetups. Although we are founded by and for moms, dads are welcome, too! (Many thanks to Mothership HackerMoms for letting us borrow their mission statement!)

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI advocates for access to services, treatment, supports and research and is steadfast in its commitment to raising awareness and building a community of hope for all of those in need. This is a support group run by NAMI trained facilitators for families and friends of mentally ill people. The g …

Do you speak one language and your boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse speak another one? Or are you from a country and your boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse is from another one? Then this is the meetup for you!