This is an experimental meetup which provides you with painting technique demos, art history slideshows, and a space to paint and practice your craft (or start learning it from scratch). Having just finished teaching an Informal Class at UT on "Explorations in Color & Texture" some students asked me to continue the course to allow them the time and space to put into practice the techniques they had learned. So, I found a space where people can bring their ideas and questions to continue explorin …

Are you a Dale Carnegie Graduate? Have you read "How to win friend and influence people"? Or are you trying practice the 30 principles of being a positive person and leader? Are you looking to hang out with like-minded people?? This group is for you! Did you know in Austin we have over 1000+ graduates of the Dale Carnegie Program!! Whether you are a graduate, read Dale Carnegie books, looking to learn more or are looking to hang around proactive and positive people come join us. This i …

… We will meet and foster a community of artists from beginners to advanced for workshops, learning to paint while snacking and mingling!  Weekly workshops in series of Four, on weekends, weekdays, or weeknights, your choice! Bring a bottle of wine/snacks, and have canvases and materials supplied for you, to paint your own fabulous take home masterpieces! Learn to mix colors and much more! Or if you already paint, have fun discussing art and concepts with the group!  Our other activity for group m …

This group is for the experienced and newbies alike. We are creating an avenue for people, who have a common interest in sewing, to come together and learn from each other.  No formalities, just fun! If you are just starting out and you would like to learn, or if you are a sewing guru and would love to share your wealth of knowledge while meeting new people, this is the group for you! The goal in making this a successful meetup group is your participation. That being said, we aim to keep those t …

Who should join? If you are a student of Arabic or fluent in the language, come on down. The word "student" is used loosely. You don't need to be in school to join. The purpose of this group is to connect students of any level - college or otherwise - with friends that can push each other to increase their abilities. A meetup can consist of speaking together, sharing literature, or watching Arabic shows/films. The goal is to have fun and learn, in that order.

The Austin Bingo Players Group is an organization dedicated to having fun playing bingo whether dabbing paper or using electronic card minders or playing pull tabs. Bingo! You will learn how to play bingo and be comfortable going out to any bingo hall and playing paper bingo with a dabber, electronic bingo with an electronic card minder or pull tab instant bingo. Don't know what double action paper or Bonanza paper is?  We will teach you/ Don't know the difference between a kite, an Indian Prin …

If you're a licensed pilot, aeronautics professional, or just a fan of aviation, check out our events to meet people with similar interests! We'll have group classes, social events, guest speakers, and more! Network, learn, and have fun.

Hello Folks, Here’s how this group works: Members come to watch other members present on a topic for 8-10 minutes. The topic can be on anything, from the layers of the atmosphere to the history of jazz. After every presentation, the audience is encouraged to pose their questions to the presenter or contribute more information on the topic to the group. All questions asked will be noted down. If the presenter is unsure of a question, he/she is to look for these answers and e-mail them to the grou …

This is the same great group that can be found on LinkedIn.   http://www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=3312157&trk=anet_ug_hm&goback=%2Egmp_3312157 This group is dedicated to learning and sharing information regarding Social Media, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Pay Per Click (PPC), as well as how to apply these skills to online websites, portfolios, and resumes. We meet every 2nd Wednesday at Mangia Pizza on Burnet/Mopac @ Duval and every 4th Tuesday at Nor …

A new support group is forming in North Austin for adults with Attention Deficit Disorder. This will be a structured group with a mission to learn as much as possible about Attention Deficit Disorder in adults. We will focus on creating tools to help manage our families, our careers, our friendships, and our households. We will discuss strategies, options, goals, and choices to feed our strengths and starve our weaknesses. Currently seeking new members and two to three volunteers to help get the …

Many people love the idea of learning to paint – but don’t know how to pursue it or don’t have the time to find a good instructor. I will take the hassle out of “learning” and make it easy for you to pursue something you’ve “always wanted to do”. Usually my students leave saying something like "wow, I can't believe I did this!!" - So you take something that is lasting (you can take it home and hang it on your wall), is extremely positive, and in some cases even life-altering (I've had some GREAT …

Creating Financial Freedom through Passive Income! Only 20% of women will be financially secure in their retirement - 80% ARE NOT! (Ms. Magazine, 2002). Beat the odds by joining others in learning the path to Financial Freedom (men welcome too). Have fun in this monthly Meet-up group designed to support you in creating wealth and securing your future! Learn investing during lunch and stay and play Rich Dad/Poor Dad's Cash Flow 101 Game for getting out of the Rat Race and Cash Flow 202 for invest …

… All done in a pure environment of support, learning and achievement. NOTE: Bring with you: * A goal or a couple of them * If you have this - A visual/pic/image/representation of this goal that you will paste up * Paper to write on * Pen For now these meetings are free. I do accept donations/tips to cover room and other costs.

… A huge part of being a successful model is learning and mastering the art of posing. Photographers will direct you at photo shoots, but they do love it when a model doesn't have to be. It is a process to learn how to pose, but there are some things you can do to increase your chances of success. To be a bonafide member, the models will have to meet with us at our group studio/home base or our outdoor locaton photo shoots. For photographers & artists through recommendation by an active & supporti …

This is a support group for people with sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Many people have this ailment and don't realize it, and many people who know they have it don't realize there are non-surgical treatments that can completely cure the condition. Symptoms include lower back pain, buttocks pain, sciatica, and groin pain in some people. People with SI dysfunction often experience pain sitting or standing in one position for very long. Wikipedia provides an excellent introduction to the condition …

… Purpose: -Healing – Learning Astrology by studying your own Natal Chart is the most healing self-study I know of. You will find that most patterns of your life were imprinted on your current spirit-life the second your took your first breath. -Social & Fun - Meet people with your interests in self-healing and discovery. From the first time curious person to the advanced practitioner. All are welcome. -Education-This knowledge will give you the opportunity to educate yourself on the patterns and …