We are the organizers and attendees of Program For The Future 2008 (http://programforthefuture.org). From that conference, we have a set of initiatives and a growing community - all whose shared objective is to help bring about teamwork and massive collaboration on a global scale in order to avert planetary disaster - the vision that inspired Doug Engelbart to invent the mouse, hypertext, windowed computer interaction, multimedia, outline processing, wikis, and even more innovations the worl …

This is a group for any and everyone who has a goal of breaking into the advertising industry. I'm talking about all aspects from copywriting and art design to web development and digital creativity- any and everything that is going on in advertising today. The purpose of the group is to network with other individuals who are also on the way towards a career in the ad world, swap horror stories, talk about the ads that are grabbing peoples' attention, and even collaborating on each other's portf …

Bay Area American Dreamers is a fun and friendly group. We intent to meet new friends.  Bay Area American Dreamers is a group of like minded people who support each other to pursue American dreams and for better lives.   Are You Ready To Take Your American dream to next level by building up your business? Bay Area American Dreamers meet in a structured environment, to learn and discuss new business skills of presentation, leader-ship, sales training, running business tips, strategies and ideas f …

Meet people who are interested in Trading the Financial Markets. Ideal for all Traders (Beginners to Advanced) in Stocks, Options, Futures, and FOREX. Our topics would include: Basic to Advanced Technical Analysis, Market Analysis, Performance Trading, Systems and Methodologies, Risk Management Strategies, Money Management Strategies and the most important of all, the psychology of trading. For More Information call our office at 650 320 1714 or visit our website: www.estetrader.com

We meet almost every second and fourth Sundays every month to discuss AI topics such as: - Symbolic and SubSymbolic Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Life, and Artificial Intuition - Complexity theory, Model theory, Model Free Methods - Semantic Web, Ontology based systems - Robotics and Robot Ethics - Linguistics, Document understanding, and Semantics - Evolutionary Computation - GA and GP - Computer Consciousness, Novelty, and Creativity - Neuroscience, Connectome Algorithms …

Why this group is started: I want to meet new people and have high quality dialogue with other professionals, which might give you inspiration, knowledge, learning experience and sharing your thought for others' feedback...etc.          “How do you spend your lunchtime?” This group gives you opportunities to share your visions, dreams and get some support for planning future and make actions…at lunch time.           "How about getting out of your office                    and meet up for …

This Meetup is for parents of children with special needs in the Silicon Valley who want the straight scoop on the legal planning they should have in place to make sure their kids and money are taken care of by the people they want in the way they want ... no matter what. At our Meetups, you will learn: -- How to Take Charge of Your Child’s Future and Build a Fortress of Protection Around Your Child that Will Last a Lifetime. -- The 10 Steps You Must Take to Plan for the Future Care of …

  Have you ever felt that you were meant for more? Maybe it's a higher level of love, success, health, happiness, or abundance. Maybe it's just living on your OWN terms.     Whatever your dream is, you probably faced some obstacles that seem insurmountable. You did everything you could--read self-help books, watched the videos, attended the seminars--and still, you can't move forward! What could be holding you back?    It's NOT your fault.     I …

I know so many people who want to express their creativity but haven't found the right outlet. Are you one of those people? Then this is the place for you! Fun, supportive, environment, this meet-up is held at my bright, spacious, art studio in San Jose, near The Alameda and Race St. You can choose to work on a project I will provide to you (see examples below) or do your own thing after a short tutorial about how to use the materials. I'll be there to coach and guide you along the way. Use my s …

Tantra          I started this group so that people from any spiritual background in our community could share spiritual insight and experiment with Tantra; the ancient science of purity, expansion, and complete identification with Divinity, through the body; the temple of our Essential nature.       Many of us have heard about Tantra or have come across a piece of literature in the, “Sexuality,” or “Spirituality,” section of a bookstore…I find that it is often misunderstood.       Tantra is a r …

WELCOME TO “CONNECT AND PROSPER!” NETWORKING   …a networking arena created to introduce you to a plethora of resources and carefully implemented to: provide you a series of meetups geared to educate, with a venue to network; provide support to those of you who want to create and improve the quality of your endeavors, what ever personal paths you’ve chosen; bring state of the art, interactive workshops that engage and bring value to all of you Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners and Individuals …

A community of professionals dedicated to the mentorship of future professionals in the construction industry. Who should join: Architects, Contractors, Engineers, and Trades professional who have a passion for the construction industry and want to guide the future of their industry. Students in the Silicon Valley who want to learn more about the construction industry.

Are you tired of your job that gets you nowhere? Do you feel stuck with your financial situation at the current economy? Were you just been laid off due to the corporate down-sizing or even at the risk of losing your home? Are you always looking for a business opportunity that can truly change your destiny and your family’s future? Do you want to be your own boss and take charge of your own financial future? If your answers are yes, read on… Every Entrepreneur has one thing in common …

The Digital Media SIG (special interest group) meets 5 times per year to explore the emerging concepts and platforms that are constantly reshaping "digital media" as we know it. New platforms are mobile, new currencies are virtual, and the reality has been augmented. A generation has grown up digital, and the game is increasingly social. The Digital Media SIG is the place to find the talent and projects that will reshape the territory in ways we haven't yet thought of. Have your own ideas about …

Hey there! Are you studying for the LSAT but finding a hard time trying to stay focused? Are you tired of studying at home with no help? Do you think that your the only person in the world juggling jobs and studying and everything else that comes with life? Did I just sound like a Maury commercial or what?! Obviously focusing is not happening my way, so I'm going to set up meet-ups for those of us who are serious about considering Law School in the future and planning to take the test soon. This …

PLEASE SEE OUR 2012 UPDATE BELOW.  THANKS FOR VISITING OUR SITE - WE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN THIS PASSIONATE AND CREATIVE GROUP (130+ members as of 12/31/11) AT AN UPCOMING MEETING OR EVENT IN 2012. ***** We grew up hearing about the American Dream. It’s the dream of a country where, if you work hard and play by the rules, you can live with dignity, provide for your family, and give your kids a better life. A country where we strive for greatness–and take care of each other when times get hard. Right …