Calling all those who celebrate the arts in Knoxville and East Tennessee! If you enjoy live theater, art exhibitions, literary events, public talks, indie films, and more, this group is for you. Just watch your inbox for announcements of new gatherings (and please send your ideas to me!). Most events will be free or at a minimal cost to you. The membership dues for belongint to this group are just $1.00 per person per event OR $5.00 per person per year to help defray the costs that meetup.com ch …

Venez rencontrer des Français, des Francophones et des Francophiles chaque dernier vendredi du mois au Wine Cellar ! L’atmosphère sera garantie d’être détendue et pleine de joie ! Vous allez pouvoir converser en Français ou en Anglais (pour ceux qui se sentiront rouillé) pour partager vos expériences de voyages, culture, gastronomie, etc… Une dégustation de vins français vous sera proposer lors de ces soirées mais si vous souhaitez des boissons non-alcoolisées, vous pourrez apprécier un Perrier …

Welcome to the German Meetup Group in the Queen City! Meet people from Germany, Austria and Switzerland and folks who are interested in German culture, language and business at our [Group] Meetups. Practice speaking German at our [Language] Meetups. These Meetups are open to everyone who wants to learn or practice the German Language. Share your experiences as an Expat at our [Expat] Meetups that are open for 100% Expatriates only (this is any person living in a different country from where he …

We are an informal group of freethinkers who come together to exchange thoughts and ideas about philosophy, belief, religion, history, science, culture, the arts, and personal relationships. In addition, we participate in activities together such as hiking, movie night, local events, parties and other civic activities. Freethinkers are those that have the courage to question commonly held beliefs. Whether you call yourself a believer, non-believer, atheist, agnostic, philosopher, scientist, arti …

Wondering what the LADIES SOCIAL SCENE is all about? Not interested in the club scene or late night parties, but still want to have some fun? You have come to the right place! It's about ladies having fun and making new friends in the process... If you are looking to meet like-minded, spirited, fun-loving ladies you're welcome on our SCENE. Whether you're new to the area or have lived here all your life we have a place for you. We plan activities based around your interests, so please share your …

Are you an international mom in Greenville? Do you want to connect with other international moms? Would you like your kids to practice English with other kids and learn about new cultures? Join us for this meetup group. We will meet at local parks. While our kids play, we can practice English and support each other as moms in a foreign country.

This Meetup group will serve as a hub for Knoxville travel enthusiasts to come together with others who are passionate about travel and cultural diversity. Whether you're a seasoned intrepid traveler or a novice looking for assistance on your first domestic/international journey, please join us for occasional gatherings, potlucks, and/or free travel education classes. "To help all, especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the world and its people through hostelling." -- Hostelling …

Asheville Integral’s mission is to wake up and to grow up and to increase freedom and fullness by exploring every widening perspectives on what is good, what is true, and what is beautiful. We are working to grow, integrate, and evolve consciousness through applying the principals of evolutionary culture to our perspective taking, practices and projects. We do this as individuals, as a collective, and in the wider community. We intend to integrate Integral/Evolutionary principals, perspectives, …

This is a group for people who travel by any means necessary. For people who are compelled to get lost in unfamiliar places and inspired by new experiences, ideas, and cultures. This group will serve as a local base for the community of travelers in WNC: hostellers, couchsurfers, backpackers, car campers, location independent professionals, free and independent travelers of all stripes. The mission of this group is to both share stories, knowledge, and experiences internally, and to create oppor …

We meet to share food from other cultures and to share past and present travel experiences (or inspire dreams of future travel experiences!) with fellow adventurers of all ages. On months that we have a formal speaker/presentation, we provide engaging "Passport" activity booklets for children as well as a craft project.

This meetup is a traditional West African Dance class with live drumming. The class is entitled "Cardio & Culture" because not only are you moving and dancing, but you are learning the meanings of the dances and movements to provide you with a dash of culture. The class is a mixture of strengthening exercises and traditional West African movement. Although the class is centered around dance, you do not need extensive dance experience. Students who have never danced a day in their life will be …

This group is for those interested in learning the Korean language. A fun place to practice speaking, listening, reading/writing. Also sharing what you have learned. We would love it if some native Korean speakers would join and help us who are new to the language. All ages and levels of proficiency are welcome.

I noticed that there isn't a Deaf meet up in Fort Mill, SC that I could see and I miss hanging out with Deaf people=) My ASL is gettin' rusty! So come on by Monday's from 6-7pm if you want to meet some other Deaf people that are in Fort Mill, SC. I know you are out there somewhere and I want to meet you! United Artisans of America 213 Main Street Fort Mill, SC 29715

Holistic Fit Friends of Asheville is an association of persons dedicated to improving the health and fitness of one another, our society, culture and environment in an evolving and comprehensive manner. This group encourages people of all walks of life to come together and form a community to exercise and develop ever better and more comprehensive approaches to the well being of body, mind, heart and soul of self, culture and nature.

Meetup for all Expat Indians living in and around Greenville SC. Socialize, Get together and have fun!

This is a group for Italian Americans interested in practicing the Italian language. I started this group to connect to other Italians who speak Italian and want to keep practicing the language. We will meet once a month at a local Italian Restaurant.

This is a group created for people of Asian descent aged 20-35 to get together for affordable activities in the city such as coffee, dinner, movies, happy hours, etc. We can also have events like picnics, camping, kayaking, karaoke, happy hours, anything that members are interested in doing. Looking forward to exploring the city with everybody!

Welcome to Asheville to all of our Transplanted Friends! Welcome to Western North Carolina’s Meetup group for all y’all who have come from all over the world to make these mountains your home. Whether you just got off the plane or have been here for decades, this group is for you. For the last three years, even as we have been known as the Asheville Ex-New Yorkers Meetup Group, we opened up this great group to include folks from cities all over the world. As long as you are friendly, inclusive, …

The Ethical Society of Asheville is a humanist, non-theistic alternative to traditional religion and a member organization of the American Ethical Union. The American Ethical Union is affiliated with the American Humanist Association, the International Humanist and Ethical Union, and the Secular Coalition of America. Our meeting topics are educational, philosophical and of current interest. We are inspired by the ideal that the supreme aim of human life is working to create a more humane society …

Were you THERE when Star Wars first came out? Do you remember the *original* Battle Star Galactica? Did you ever have a Commodore 64 or a Game Boy? (Do you still have it?) Do you still have your physics textbook from 1985? If you answered yes to any of the above, then consider yourself a member! GREENVILLE OLD GEEKS (GOG!) Where we're only "old" chronologically. Come meet up with like minded science and/or fantasy buffs who grew up in the 80s, 70s, or even 60s and earlier. Share life experiences …

Nous sommes un groupe à Asheville qui se réunit régulièrement pour discuter des actualités, de la litterature ou de ce qui nous plaît. L'assistance n'est pas obligatoire chaque fois, et il n'y a pas de frais d'inscription. Nous utilisons Le Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar et L'Atlanta Bread Comp. Sud pour se réunir. Nous encourageons les membres à consommer chez nos hôtes. Il y aura d'autres activités organisées par des individus aussi. Si vous ne pouvez pas comprendre cette descripti …

lessons for beginners or imediate spanish speakers to advance their speaking skills in the spanish language. these meetings will consist of grammar lessons, conversational lessons, and games. there will also be a meetup for meet and greet conversation in particular restaurants in the simpsonville/fountain inn area. Reasonable prices lesson package is 20 dollars a month invidiual lesson ten dollars an hour

We are dedicated to bringing women and their interest and love for craft beer together in a comfortable setting. Any level of beer enthusiast is welcome, don’t feel that you need to know much about it, this is actually the perfect opportunity to learn a bit more and possibly even discover something new in a non-intimidating setting. If you are a newcomer, you don’t need to know anyone – just show up. It’s as simple as that! Not only do we want to share our love for the Charlotte craft beer cultu …

This is a group for anyone interested in playing board games like Settlers of Catan, Risk, Apples to Apples, and even the old favorites like Monopoly. We will also be having card game nights. Looking forward to meeting some fellow game enthusiasts!

Asheville Salsa and Bachata is a group dedicated to promoting social events featuring Latin rhythms  like Salsa, Bachata, Samba & more. Our Latin Social events provide a great way to make friends, have fun, re-energize after a stressful week and relax. We typically start our Latin Socials with a FREE Salsa and Bachata Class. Most Latin dances are partner dances and are a great way to develop and maintain great social skills. Latin dancing helps develop confidence and trust internally and posture …

If you are dependent upon the culture that is predicting it's own collapse: Come on in! This Meetup Group is here to help you remember how to THRIVE! Take back your individual responsibility and prepare for the BEST! We are here to help you make a transition into whatever level of self-sufficiency and co-empowerment you desire. We will help you plan and prepare for abundance. Our meetings will be the foundation for our individual, family and community planning. We will coordinate and/or provide …

Oneness, a spiritual organization founded by Sri Amma Bhagavan, seeks to alleviate human suffering at its roots by awakening humanity into oneness, wherein every individual feels connected to all that is. The central understanding of Oneness is that inner transformation and awakening into higher states of consciousness is not an outcome of a mere intellectual understanding but a neurobiological process in the brain, whereby one’s experience of life is redefined at its core. This is achieved by O …

This is a group not only for cooking, but for people who enjoy combining cooking and getting to know people and/or sharing a love of food and companionship. We can choose a specific food, from time to time, if we like. Or we can explore various cultures and how certain styles of cooking developed. We can look at how geography may have dictated the growth of certain foods, or just cook and enjoy each other's company. It's wide open.