Would you be TOTALLY excited to see water-guzzling, pollution-producing, "seen-and-not-touched" lawns, replaced by edible gardens and drought-tolerant native plant landscaping? Do you believe, like I do, that if one or two of those GIANT homes in upscale neighborhoods (or tiny homes in the flats) were to replace most of their front and back lawns with gorgeously eco-scaped edible gardens, other neighbors would follow suit...? Especially if there was a massive PR campaign highlighting the transfo …

Events that focus on Technology, Art, Green and Sustainability (TAGS). Demo's, speakers, tours and other fun events will be put together by this group. Open discussions on these topics, connections to other events related to these topics and film/video of related topics will be part of this groups core.

We read ingredient labels. We're always looking for healthier ways, safer things, or we're attempting to consume less, tread more lightly... We're not heavy, we're sistahs, and we like to have fun while learning from each other. Connecting women who have green businesses, ideas, experiences... Some of us have already taken giant steps towards sustainability & greener living; some would like to take baby steps to "go greener" but don't have the support network to make it happen. Let's connect onl …

We are professional women working in the clean technology and sustainability space, from the entry level to the executive level. We meet once a month to network and learn the latest developments in the green movement from speakers and panelists. Topics covered include: renewable energy (solar, wind biofuel, etc), water, smart grid, biomass, carbon reduction, sustainable transportation, energy efficiency, sustainability, green buildings and many other technologies that aim to make our world a cl …

… Join the international community to create, build and own the open-source modular, extendable, mobile, service-based architecture and homes, that are high-tech, eco-friendly, affordable and unique. We would also like to become a foundation for joining the efforts of Tempohousing, ContHouse.com, Quantified Self and others that work on future living technologies. We welcome all visionaries, doers and innovators from a variety of future-living initiatives and industries (architecture, home automati …

Now that the myths about ethanol, (food v fuel, more energy in than out, polluting, bhah blah blah...), have been soundly refuted, let's have a serious discussion about getting off of oil. You can fuel your car on CO2-sequestering, jobs-producing, war-free, ethanol TODAY! There are pumps in your area. 'Alcohol Can Be a Gas' will be our guide book for this serious revolution. alcoholcanbeagas dot com. This meetup is for those interested in environmentalism, green issues, conservation, alternative …

Imagine coming home to a community: a safe place for kids to play; a shared meal, a conversation, and a friend. This group will create a cohousing community in the San Jose area (the heart of Silicon Valley in the san francisco south bay) with your help. Visit http://tinyurl.com/sjcoho if you do not want to sign up for Meetup.com but would like to receive announcements.

Join us in creating a new future for Energy Use. The California Energy Commission has given us in California an outstanding opportunity to determine how the future unfolds. The CEC recommends, in its Integrated Energy Policy Report, that in 2020 all new residential buildings be required to meet zero-net-energy performance standards, and in 2030, all new buildings are required to meet the Zero Net Energy standard. This means that all new buildings, averaged over a year, take no more energy from t …

… l, conscious parenting in action to help each of us to be more effective in our own families   Playgroups and events are scheduled at varying times (but generally recurring on a predictable schedule) to accommodate all members - working, stay at home, alternate family structures and everything in between!  Beyond playgroups, we hope to have family picnics, parent's night out events, natural home and family events and other gatherings.  We also hope that our calendar will bustle with communit …

 Most classes are held at the award-winning Harrell Remodeling Design Center and all are taught by industry experts. Our class topics are designed to share our experience and knowledge of the remodeling and design process. We will provide you with the educational tools you need to get started on your successful remodel or custom home project. Get the answers you need about budgets, design, and space planning guidelines, cainets and countertop choices, color palettes, lighting new trends and ide …

Remember how women used to gather at each other's homes to make quilts, share their skills and mentor each other?  Let's do it!  We'll gather in each other's homes to foster life-long friendships, while teaching each other how to make treasures from trash.    Always FREE  ~ ALL AGES WELCOME! ~ YELP REVIEWS:  http://www.yelp.com/biz/diamonds-in-the-rough-a-creative-cooperative-meetup-daly-city  How it works... * The "Mentor" of the event hosts a new project at their home or in the community. Th …

Get your creative juices flowing at Craft Labs in San Francisco. Embellish your wardrobe or your home with unique custom crafts designed and made by you! All classes are held in a sunny artist’s studio space located in the Mission/Potrero Hill district, and taught by Susan Peterson, an artist and arts educator with more than 20 years of experience. Channel your inner craftiness with cool gadgets, jewelry, handmade books, paper, candleholders, wrist cuffs and cards. Feel good about yourself as yo …

Clothing Swaps are fashionable, fun and philanthropic events that allow you to refresh your wardrobe on a dime, while having a blast. De-clutter that closet! Bring all your clothing, shoes & accessories (in good condition) that you no longer wear. SWAP and bring home your favorites for free. My Swap events have been featured on The Today Show, CBS, TV20 and in The New York Times. Spa treats such as massage, mani/pedi, makeovers, facials, etc are often integrated into our events to give relaxing …

What do you say you pack up that old Gee-tar, throw some drums, keys, Harp, Bass (or what ever else makes you blue), in that old pick up and take a drive to my place. We can tear up some Albert Collins or maybe some Gov. Mule, SRV, BB? Peter Green, and all the greats. Im in the Redwood City hills and would love to have a blues jam every Friday and/or Saturday nights. You can leave your gear here or take it home. Im 49 and would prefer folks that can really play. If your broke, unemployed, living …

… We are proud of our year-round "home away from home" the lodge we own at Kings Beach, North Lake Tahoe which has a hot tub, wifi, is very affordable and sleeps 30.  The Après' ski race team proudly won the Bay Area Snow Sports Council's Open League ski racing competition for 7 consecutive years. There is no cost to become an Apres Ski Club Friend on Meetup.  However, we would like to strongly encourage you to become a current paid member of Apres Ski Club to fully benefit from the value …

 This meetup is for  the creative mind in search of a growing community with global reach. If you are someone with great ideas and projects in business development of art, crafts, specialty services, consulting, etc. this is the forum for you. We are creating a forum where you can come and share ideas with like minded people.  Get mindshare from the group, contribute your own ideas, or as a successful entrepreneur you may just want to help others in their journey. The world economy calls for cre …