Mountain biking!  Fast or slow, technical or flowy, beginner or experienced.  Weekday, weekends, overnighters...it's all here: Triangle Off Road Cyclists' (TORC) Meetup group is paid for and maintained by TORC.  Membership is free and open to anyone interested in joining us for a ride, event or trail workday.  Membership in TORC's Meetup does not mean you are a TORC IMBA club member.  If interested in becoming a TORC IMBA member, contact the organizer. Triangle Off Road Cyclists (TORC) is a volu …

Welcome! International High School Exchange is a great way to learn about other cultures. This group provides you with the opportunity to hear from current exchange students and host families and to receive more information about hosting an exchange student.We are looking for volunteers who are interested in hosting an exchange student.  Our students are between 16-18 years old, come from a variety of countries around the world and are interested in many different activities including: skiing, b …

The Cary Jaycees do social activities, leadership training, promote individual development, and community service all while having FUN! We are open to all men and women aged 21-40. Our many activities include the Cary Christmas parade, sporting events, golf lessons, wine tasting, crafts, leadership and business training, car care classes, Carter-Finely concessions, pumpkin carving, movies, ice skating, dinners, selling Christmas trees , etc. We are always adding new activites based on what our m …

The Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Foundation started this meetup to open up opportunities for communicating, networking, volunteering, and having fun on and off the water in the Neuse River Basin. The Neuse extends from the Triangle down through New Bern NC and out to the Pamlico Sound. You should join if you care about safe, clean water for your community or if you just want to do more outdoor activities socially. Neuse RIVERKEEPER® Foundation protects, restores and preserves the Neuse River basin through …

The ORIGINAL, LARGEST and MOST ACTIVE outdoors group in the Carolinas! Often imitated but never duplicated! Triangle Hiking and Outdoors Group (aka THOG) is the premier outdoor adventure group in central North Carolina. With over 3000+ members and 300+ events a year, we offer a comprehensive array of exciting adventures in the Carolinas and beyond! We are the ORIGINAL Meetup hiking group and #1 in the Carolinas. Membership is FREE and open to any adults over the age of 21 years old. Our members …

The Apex Toastmasters Club invites you to attend and experience the fellowship of a collegial, supportive group of joyful conversationalists dedicated to the Toastmasters Mission of "Making Effective Communication a World-Wide Reality!" Come join us, and together we will go on this linguistic journey of self-discovery and greater self-confidence. The best part, As you learn and grow, we all learn and grow TOGETHER. The mission of our club is to "provide a mutually supportive and positive learnin …

The Homeschool Gardening Program (HGP) will bring garden skills and research-based information to the 4,000 homeschool families in Wake county. We plan to explore gardens, have hands on workshops, do field trips and all kinds of learning around the world of gardening. We'll use this meetup group to build a community of homeschool families and EMGVs (Wake County Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteers) to share information and coordinate events. COMMENTED OUT:RELEASE AND HOLD-HARMLESS ST …

Let's get together to plan acts of kindness for strangers. We want to work to change our culture from one of scarcity to a culture of giving and abundance! We will meet monthly to decide on a cool group project to be accomplished that upcoming month.  We can begin work and then work together online to finalize all the details! I look forward to accomplishing some amazing things! Spread the workd...the more attendees, the greater good we can accomplish.

The disabled community is by far the most over-looked, under-reached, and least served by "children of the light". God is love and His love is in US. This meet-up group is a CommUNITY based, no cash exchanged, give/barter from the heart, with a desire to share possibilities with those who are in need. We ALL have a possibility and a responsibility to help each other. I am not promoting a group for those looking a hand-out, a job for cash, nor an enabling setting. I AM for seeing possibilities in …

A group of enthusiastic people who want to do GOOD for others within our community, and all around the globe! Spread the Good! ™

Welcome to the Raleigh Outdoor Photography Club!!We hope you'll consider joining our growing group of photography enthusiasts as we learn and explore the fascinating world of digital photography. Experience is not necessary just a love of taking pictures and the desire to learn and improve your skills. We share our photos via this site as well as our private Flickr group.Our club's mission statement:"Share our inspirations & skills in all aspects of photography in an atmosphere of camaraderie an …

BluWater is a LICENSED family run group that produces professional, organized, seasonal, themed photography events and monthly workshops for both models and photographers. Most events and workshops include models, few will be scenic only, in the Southern East Coast areas of the US, which includes, but is not limited to -- North Carolina, Myrtle Beach SC, Savannah Georgia, and many other intriguing locations, indoors and out. These Photography Events are not only professionally organized, fun, a …

We are a group of women and men that are dedicated ending domestic violence against women and children through raising awareness and funds. Anyone passionate about ending domestic violence are welcome to join our group.

Run Inspired is an all female running club designed for runners of all ages, shapes, skill levels. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join our group and become inspired by running and each other! We will have two weekly runs and monthly social events. In addition to running, we will focus on yoga, strength training and nutrition. We will also work to support the local community through a number of volunteer opportunities such as volunteering at races and through other community outreach progr …

M Club is a community building program for young gay, bi, or whatever, young men (approximately 18-30) in the Triangle. We do FUN social, educational, and volunteering events like: movie nights, dinners, hiking, bowling, road trips, discussion groups, volunteering, seminars, etc. We do about 3 events a month to provide an alternative to the typical gay scene. Our events are drug & alcohol free. We are a program of the LGBT Center of Raleigh and a part of the nation with Mpowerment Project.

Come along for dinner and Dharma discussion while part of our tab automatically goes to charity! Topics include meditation, self[less] improvement, Buddhism, volunteerism, and others by request. Benefits go to Liberation Prison Project, our nonprofit group sponsor. So how does the charity support work?  I buy discounted restaurant gift certificates through a special shopping portal set up so that a commission goes to Liberation Prison Project.  I also do most of my shopping through the same port …

Explore Raleigh is more than just a Meetup group. Keep reading to get a better understanding of what we do. Let me start out by saying we're a nonexclusive group that does not discriminate and believes in tolerance and celebrating peoples differences. You're welcome to come out no matter if you're 18 or 80, blind, crippled or crazy. Just don't be too creepy. lmao Explore Raleigh was established to give people an opportunity to go out and not only meet new people but to explore so much of what Ra …

Fun, educational experiences for young children, as well as new and lasting friendships for adults! All active, loving parents and nannies of children born in 2009 or later are welcome to join. Group activities will primarily be scheduled in Cary, Raleigh, and Garner, with occasional events in other areas. Our meetups will include some or all of the following: park walks and playdates, museum trips, library storytimes, lunch dates, shopping excursions, arts and crafts projects, busy bag exchange …

WELCOME CHRISTIAN SINGLES Not into the bar scene but feel like you are too old for the "singles" and too single for the "marrieds?" This group is for those of us who would like to find others to have fun with who are in that same social situation. Whether you've been single again for two days or two decades, this group is for you. Those who are dealing with the stress of separation and want to find Christian fellowship are also welcome to join the Meetup group.  Please note however that some of …

Updated by Daniel on 5/10/2013 The goal is to keep something on the calendar several times per month that is original and make this group rock! Meet those car and bike enthusiastic folk within a new activity that hasn't been presented before by any other meetup organizer of any other groups on meetup.com. Show your support, get involved today, Help my business grow and I will help your business or non- profit grow. Let me provide a FREE service back to you in return for your support and generosi …

Come join developers, designers, data geeks, leaders, and idea-makers who volunteer to help Triangle-area government and civic organizations adopt open web technologies!

The Oakwood Cemetery Society is a group of young adults and professionals (21-40) who love all things stones and bones and care about the preservation of Historic Oakwood Cemetery as an important historic landmark.  The Oakwood Cemetery Society works to preserve and promote Oakwood Cemetery's historic character through educational and fundraising activities, volunteer projects and social events. Activities & Events: The OC Society will have a variety of activities throughout the year that benefi …

GROW (Greater Raleigh Outdoors & Wildlife) is a local chapter of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation. Our mission is to protect and enhance the natural resources and wildlife habitats for all to enjoy. GROW events are a perfect combination of light exercise in the outdoors and helping your community's wildlife and natural habitats. Annual activities include a Canoe- and Kayak-a-Thon (all skill levels welcome, boats provided), two Adopt-a-Stream cleanups at Walnut Creek, Arbor Day tree planti …

The purpose of this group is to give men in the Triangle area a safe place in which to explore the issues we face in life. It is about transformation, connecting with our authentic self and our natural power. It is about awareness of our blind spots, our shadows, and how they may play out in a hurtful way in our lives. It is about safety and trust. It is about relationship: with ourselves, with our loved ones, and with each other. It is about all that is healthy when we become aware and feeling …

This group is for ALL women who seek to improve themselves or their view of themselves including those who have experienced a life change and want to build skills, discover talents, gain practical knowledge and want to give back to others. As a member you will be invited to: casual meetups discussions about how we view our roles as women, mothers, employees etc. practical skill building forums (such as changing a tire, installing a lock etc); share and discover sessions (where you get to share …

Triangle Tennis Enthusiasts; The #2 Most Active Sports and Recreation Meet-up Group in the World, and #1 in the United States; May 2012 - March 2013. Based at scenic Cary Tennis Park, the Southern USTA's 2008 Facility of The Year and home of the ACC Men's and Women's Tennis Championships each April. Great variety of quality events, support and comprehensive calendar of weekly programs, all on reserved courts. Daytime and nightime events, averaging 56 events a month. All our events are a pleasant …

Welcome. We are a group of young (20's-30's) Indian professionals and grad students interested in cultural events, socializing and meeting/making friends with like-minded people around the Triangle. Monthly events include meeting at bars/restaurants, Bollywood movie nights, potlucks, Indian concerts/performances, outdoor activities, community service and volunteering. This will also be an opportunity for professionals to share their thoughts on respective industries, social causes, the economy a …

NCTech4Good is the regional network for sharing knowledge about technologies that can advance the mission of nonprofit organizations. This sharing occurs during monthly meetings on the third Wednesday of the month, 6:30-8:30 PM, and the annual conference. Visit our website www.NCTech4Good.org. NCTech4Good is supported locally by the N.C. Center for Nonprofits, Public Information Network, Inc. (also known as RTPnet), United Way of the Greater Triangle, and our conference sponsors, listed on this …