Coastal hikes, inland hikes, simpler walks in town, cultural and social events -- we've expanded beyond the scope of the group's original name. Maybe some "hiking to music" in the form of Square Dancing or Ballroom Dancing. There will be some meetups at Cubberley Pavillion in Palo Alto where lessons are taught at 8pm every Friday and and Saturday nights. Some of our events will be small dog friendly as I have a Papillion. :) The age range is extended to make it a 35-65ish group. Anybody with …

Santa Cruz Freedom Forum is a group of volunteers dedicated to providing an open forum for the discussion of current issues that may not be receiving adequate coverage in the mainstream media. Freedom Forum is non-partisan, and not endorsed by nor does it endorse any political party. The topics of honest and effective government, sound monetary policies, an accountable foreign policy, are often at the table, as well as other aspects of politics that affect us all, whether it be on a local, natio …

Hi! Welcome to the Santa Cruz Playgroup. We are group of parents who meet regularly at different parks (and occasionally homes) for some fun playtime and adult social time too! Most active members have children in the 2-4 age range but any age is welcome. We love meeting new members! We try to pick different locations throughout the county as well as different times of day to accommodate the needs of different members. The calendar is private until you become a member. Feedback is always welcome …

This group is open to traders and investors of all experience levels. We will provide a forum for the technical analysis of commodities, stocks and Forex, as well as discussion of objective trading methodologies with Jake Bernstein. We will focus on trading systems, methods and indicators that are concise, clear, 100% objective and how they can be applied to trading in all time frames. We will not engage in mythical or mystical trading approaches that are open to interpretation since thes …

How to Make your Life more Meaningful Buddhist Methods for Transforming the Mind Hello Welcome to the meetup group "Buddhist Methods for Transforming the Mind".  We are a group of friendly, sincere, warm-hearted Buddhist practitioners studying Mahayana & Vajrayana Buddhism.  We are dedicated to providing both newcomers to Buddhism as well as established practitioners an opportunity to study, learn, & practice the Buddhist teachings.  We are seeking to create more meaning in our lives.  To see …

Healthy minds dance for joy! Come celebrate and explore the experiences of a lifetime! Meditate, dance, shake, visualize , draw, and talk to keep your mind and body in good health. Find the skills that work for you! This is the place where you get to try out different experiences from the field of Mind-Body Medicine. Mind-Body Medicine is an up and coming integrative health perspective. It links our overall health to the connection between our mind and body. Most people talk about th …

We are a vegan raw food group interested in optimal health. Learn and have fun! Participate on our great raw food potlucks! We welcome anyone who appreciates wellness and prevention of illnesses. We all have this one lifetime... so let's make it the best we can. We are lucky that Dr. Adiel Tel-Oren from Minneapolis will visit us on a regular basis.  He is extremely knowledgeable. You get a chance to learn what is truly healthy based on science. Our inspirations for this meetup is the Ecopoli …

Explorers of health and wellness through the inner resources of the body and nervous system. Expanding our definition of healing to include "symptoms" as a indicator of a needed change in life. Realizing the sacred seasons of healing and how to discover, evolve, awaken, and live in the season that allows life to be the most effortless and authentically fun.

This group is for anyone seeking to educate themselves about sex and/or improve the experience of their sexuality. The Meetups will include classes, workshops, and forums, as well as outings and discussions pertaining to sexuality. I started this group because I want to: Build more community around sex positivity Help educate people about sexuality Create safe venues for people to explore their eroticism Offer a forum for our collective wisdom pertaining to sexuality Help evolve our sexualities …

This group is to provide motivation and support for all women who are looking to release weight no longer needed. There is no medical advice or nutritional advice provided but the purpose of this group is to get the support we need to lose weight together and make some friends and have some fun along the way. Also we will exercise together as much as possible so that will make it even more fun and we will do low intensity exercises like walking for starters so that everyone can participate. Plea …

Extraordinary Living Santa Cruz is about connecting with our inner wisdom even in our ordinary days. When we do the ordinary becomes extraordinary. This group is for people who would like energy and vitality to be their new ordinary day. It is for people who would like to find themselves smiling and experiencing joy even as they stand in line at the grocery store. When we are connected with our own inner wisdom the ordinary becomes extraordinary everyday. Things just seem to fall into place. We …

Welcome to the Santa Cruz group of the Sierra Club! Here you will find a listing of some of the Santa Cruz Group activities as well as information about the Sierra Club. We welcome everyone to participate and encourage all to become members. ABOUT THE SIERRA CLUB: John Muir co-founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to share his love of nature. Since then, the Club has matured into the nation's largest and most influential environmental organization. The Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect …

I wanted to start this group because I have experienced the power of EFT to change old patterns and hurts and I wanted to share this with as many people as I could. I understand that not everyone can afford private sessions. A group setting offers camaraderie, support and is very affordable at $15.00. We will be meeting at 7:00-8:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Everyone will have some individual attention and you will never have to reveal more about your issue then you're c …

The California chapter of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators is the second-oldest chapter on the west coast. We are comprised of illustrators found throughout the state, with our largest concentration in the greater San Francisco Bay area. The purpose of this group is to provide community and professional development opportunities for experienced illustrators. We offer our members lectures, demonstrations, workshops and fieldtrips, as well as opportunities for group exhibitions. Regular m …

This group, which is open to the public, is where nonmembers can learn more about Freemasonry as well as meet local Freemasons. We hold discussions on various esoteric topics at our study goup, in order to promote greater understanding of ourselves and others. This study group serves as an introduction of Freemasonry to nonmembers. Please visit www.co-masonry.org for more information on The Honorable Order of Co-Masonry.

Dear fellow hikers or potential hikers, I love hiking in the fresh air of mountain and sea, and want to join with other women in exploring hiking trails in Santa Cruz and neighboring counties. My goal is to get good exercise, enjoy good company, and experience the serenity of the great outdoors. Most of the hikes I will organize will be in the 3- to 7- mile range with a gain of 200 to 2000 feet.  If you're not ready to do the longer steeper hikes, try the easier ones! You are also welcome to com …

Restorative Yoga poses helps the body remember how to relax and rest deeply. We all work hard every day of our lives, we are exposed to information input continuously from magazines, newspapers, phone, computers, tv, radio, you name it. If you have muscle tension, indigestion, headaches, high blood pressure or insomnia. Restorative yoga would be beneficial to you. Research shows that the results of deep relaxation are reduced blood pressure, serum triglycerides and blood sugar levels in the bloo …

Welcome! This is a supervised practice group for Certified ThetaHealers sponsored by Certified ThetaHealing® Instructor Lynda Chaikin. We invite you to request membership of our group. All requests will be subject to approval by our facilitator. We look forward to meeting you!

Want some extra fun and physically stimulating workouts, or perhaps a way to break into the aerial circus and dance arts? Well you've come to the right group! I (Jeanette) teach aerial silks, hammock and Lyra, as well as vertical bar, hoop dance, contemporary, jazz, hip hop, BodyFlow (yoga), PiYo (Pilates) and Konga. Where ever, when ever and to whom ever; just for you, Santa Cruz. Join the group and let's get moving!

If you can work out alone, kudos to you! Research has shown that when people work out together or in a group the level of success is far greater. We are here to get you motivated! This group is designed for women to get out and work out. You can be a beginner and join us on a walk or a heavy hitter and join us hitting the boxing bag. Boost your energy and meet new friends in a safe and fun environment. We will explore many types of workouts outdoor and indoor. Some will be easy and some will be …

Ever wished you had a group of people you could go to get instant feedback about your website design and content? Well now you can! Web Critique Workshop: Santa Cruz is a monthly meetup group hosted by It's Great Media. Get not only expert opinions by the workshop host designers, guest designers, but also feedback from the fellow attendees. Don't worry, the workshop is well moderated, so that you get the best constructive feedback. At the beginning there is a signup sheet to sign up for a critiq …

We are a gathering of wellness-focused women and men who enjoy socializing with other light-hearted folks, cooking and eating healthy, and creating a nurturing community who values feeling naturally uplifted. Dance, yoga, writing, photography, surfing, meditation, art-making, energy work, gardening, and/or drumming may be a part of how you focus on your wellness. Let's gather together in joyful company to meet like-minded friends, share good food, and share and learn about beneficial wellness pr …

Welcome! We live in one of the most beautiful areas in the world. Join us as we explore it and make some new friends in the process! This group is for young adults in their 20s and 30s (only) who are looking to make new friends and hiking partners in their age group. We will alternate between shorter and longer hikes in and around the area to accommodate people of varying degrees of hiking experience, and will average one to two hikes per month. Well-behaved dogs will be welcome wherever trails …

This is a group for anyone interested in road or mountain biking. All skill levels are welcome whether a complete newcomer or seasoned rider. Most of the rides I'll be organizing will be generally beginner to intermediate in skill/fitness level. I welcome other riders who are more experienced to lead some rides as well. Looking forward to getting a group together to enjoy riding with!

The new “sharing revolution” helps people build community, save money and use fewer resources, benefiting the well-being of both people and the planet. People are involved in sharing skills, cars, houses, and working areas. They’re engaged worldwide in "hour banks," lending clubs, gift circles, free exchanges, and other locally-based projects. The commons is exploding in new ways to share, exchange, or gift skills, tools, food & produce, gardening or meeting spaces, and just about everything els …

This group is for health, wellness, beauty and spa professionals in the Santa Cruz area. Join for fun, to share experiences, and grow your business. I’m Angie, the Organizer of this group and a practicing Massage Therapist. I’m making plans to open spa/wellness suites in Santa Cruz. Our inaugural meetup event will be a wine and cheese social, hosted at my house in downtown Santa Cruz.

LOTUS MILLER & ANTARA DAVIS facilitate many empowerment teachings, meditation groups and assorted creative arts at Twin Lotus Center such as: Weekly Meditation ~ Energy Healing ~ Creative Spirit-Arts ~ Earth Wisdom Teachings ~ Indigenous Crafts ~ Crystal Wisdom and so much more. These are all Sacred Wisdom Circles & Healing Ways Honoring All Traditions. If you are looking for a light-hearted friendly community set in an atmosphere of sacred space with both beginners and seasoned teachers as memb …

Just for Coaches, Practitioners and Entrepreneurs... "Join Us and You’ll Discover Some of the Best Kept Secrets to Attract More Clients and Get More Referrals…" You started your work to make a difference in your clients’ lives. But you may not have realized that having a steady stream of new clients would be necessary for you and your practice to thrive. You may have even tried to go to networking events in Santa Cruz and all over the Bay Area and get referrals, but it just hasn’t created the r …