Calling all women that love science fiction, alternative histories, steam punk, cyber punk, stories about real science events in history, learning about the future of hackerspaces and makerspaces, and anything else out there that seems interesting. Opportunities to meet monthly at places around Snohomish, reviewing books and drinking good wine with like minded friends.

In the Pacific Northwest, settlers argued through the very same issues that tore the United States apart. Join us to discover the forgotten Civil War experience in Washington Territory. As the Washington State Historical Society prepares to launch a major exhibition in February 2014, “Civil War Pathways,” they seek our help in learning more about our region during the antebellum, wartime and early Reconstruction periods. If you are a trained volunteer reader for the Civil War Pathways project, c …

Camp Quest is a summer camp for children, focusing on nature, science, freethought and critical thinking.  The purpose of this Meetup is: • To provide quality camp, retreat and conference experiences based on a humanist philosophy. • To educate campers about the history and achievements of atheists, humanists and other dissenters throughout history. • To create a place for non-religious families and children to belong and promote a sense of community among them through the camp experience. • To …

This is a group for adult adoptees interested in meeting other adoptees for sharing experiences, support and/or encouragement in the search and reunion process, going beyond the reunion with genealogy, using social media as a search route, etc. It is also for those who enjoy discussing adoption memoirs, and/or would be interested in writing one of their own. I started this group because I have never met another adoptee in person, other than online, and have written an adoption memoir which is cu …

What is happening around the country? The globe? The solar system? The universe? Is Humanity at the Edge of an evolutionary shift to a new paradigm? To a new way of living? To a new mindset? Or to maybe even a new dimension (5D)? This participatory forum seeks to recognize that the time we are in is a unique time of events, one of opportunities limited only to our own Points of View (POV). The intent of At Wits Edge (5D) is to meet in person and focus on sharing our experiences from as close to …

The mission of the non-partisan Campaign for Liberty is to promote and defend the great American principles of individual liberty, constitutional government, sound money, free markets, and a noninterventionist foreign policy by means of educational and political activity. Campaign for Liberty carries out its mission through a variety of activities such as: providing a strong voice for these values in political life at every level of government by expanding our numbers of neighborhood local coord …

This class goes into the history of meditation. It’s geared toward informing participants on the basic concepts of meditation and the positive interaction between meditation and success in everyday life. Attendees also get a chance to practice meditation through a few short 5 minute meditation sessions. While the focus is on new meditators, experienced participants may benefit from learning a new and different meditation technique. The class is followed by a delicious vegetarian meal and refres …

This group is for those interested in recreating life in the middle ages up to the 17th century. We are the Snohomish County branch of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). Known as the Barony of Aquaterra, we host events, classes, socials, and all other kinds of activities in which we learn and recreate an incredible range of aspects of medieval life. We do rapier fencing, painting, calligraphy, heavy sword fighting, archery, costuming, cooking, dancing, singing - you name it. If you want …

LSWSC members share the common goal of promoting the safety and enjoyment of watersports. The club has a rich and interesting history, dating back to 1956 when the first slalom course was installed on Lake Sammamish, just east of Seattle, Washington. The LSWSC has definitely evolved and grown over the years, and today has one of the largest active memberships of any ski club in the country. In the early years of the LSWSC, members had limited options to choose from when it came to watersports. E …

By Suggestion Studio 912 has adding a new division: Model Experience: assisting & providing models with tips, knowledge, & workshops! ME = confidence + success = achievements. With a history of working in the fashion industry in New York, and later working with modeling schools in Seattle, hosting workshops, & group shoots, we now will go further to assist models in the biz. Our Model Experience. Not a Model agency, but a opportunity for experience. We will going further than simply shooting the …

Learn how to swing dance and meet up with others at: Camp Jitterbug & the Jump Session Show 2013 May 24-28th 2013 Various ballrooms in Seattle, WA campjitterbug.com Camp Jitterbug has been a staple in the Seattle swing dance community for over 13 years. Meet up to learn how to swing dance with the top instructors from around the world! No partner is required and all levels AND ages are welcome. This is a great way have fun meeting other locals along with dancers from all over the world who fly …

Kitsap and Beyond explores Bainbridge Island, the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas. Group tours or just a group getting together to explore a new location, business, restaurant, etc. New residents and old timers - together we probably know all the great places to explore, dine, play, escape, enjoy our West Sound area.  This is an opportunity to learn more and to share as well as to meet more people interested in some of the same activities.

Why travel solo when you don’t need to? Our small groups cater to women who want to travel in a safe, fun and comfortable environment. Whether you’re married, divorced, single, or widowed, there’s a camaraderie that soon enfolds. You could compare it to taking a private tour among a group of friends…travel doesn’t get better than this! Our well-planned packaged tours offer a rich blend of spa, culinary, wine, art, history and cultural immersion. We believe that today’s woman wants to have a hand …

Do you love the Blues? Lets get together and enjoy the live music venues on the Eastside and other nearby area's. How about dancing to the Blues? Blues history, musicians, different styles of the Blues....... Lets get together and enjoy the music, share our passion for this wonderful music that gave birth to so many American music styles through the years!

Welcome, We are a non-partisan group honoring the 9 principles and 12 values, considering them to be the basis of the founding of our country, and supporting the U.S. Constitution as originally written by the Founding Fathers. Our Mission is to educate ourselves and others on the history of our founding, on the issues facing our country and on the actions we can take to be part of the solution, rather than part of the problem. We generally meet every Monday evening at 7PM at: Edmonds Church o …

We will teach you sail - across Lake Union or across the great Pacific itself. Ever been below decks on a tug that was built in the 1800's? Ever gone crabbing or squid jigging? Ever listened to a master carver talk about building a replica of an ancient viking ship? Ever sung sea songs with a dirty, salty crew of tall ship sailors? We do stuff like this EVERY WEEK. We will invite you to learn from other adventurers in our group and invite you to BECOME one yourself! Whether for an hour, a weeken …

This is a time for spiritual women -like yourself- to gather in sacred council. The calling is clear and persistent… You do hear it!  You can feel it!  Women… come and let us gather together, as we once did, in a gentle supportive circle where we  are collectively creating a sacred synergy through drumming, singing, dancing, ceremonies, rites of passage from all faiths, creative art, movement and food as we share and celebrate together. As a gathering of women, we approach our spiritual work thr …

The purpose of our group is very simple: we discuss and analyze ideas. The word "analyze/analytical" is not a reference to syllogistic, analytical philosophy, but rather stands for those who like to analyze and critique ideas. Its a place for thinkers to connect with other thinkers! The format is also very simple: there is a brief 15 to 30 minute lecture (the shorter the better) followed by a civil conversation. We believe in organic group mingling. Not all thinkers are compatible, as thinkers …

The Seattle Gnostic Center is a community for the Spiritual seeker of any faith who wishes to deepen their esoteric studies in theory and practice. This center is a mystical 4th way school that was formed to aid those who strive to awaken their consciousness and transform their lives through Esoteric Psychology which to direct internal experience. We teach techniques and exercises that support individuals through meditation, astral travel and mindfulness to live their own Gnosis. The term Gnosi …

If you like to read and discuss books, this is the place for you! In the group, you'll meet kindred book lovers who come together to discuss a variety of topics. We mainly read non-fiction books - history, politics, religion, current events and economics. Every couple of months we read a book of fiction to keep us well-rounded. Our discussions are a way to explore the concepts and facts presented by our reading. It's a wonderful way to learn, share and keep our brains active. Come join us!

Organizing fashion photoshoots with theme and purpose in a group forum. Directing model movement on camera in a editorial style used in national fashion magazines.  Former New York photographer Jim Hadley with extensive history will direct photographers into seeing and capturing the simulation of naturalness with models. These meetups are definitely a learning and sharing experience. Join us and hopefully you are also willing to share as you learn more. "We are aspiring photographers, models, …

Since the full blown onset of the nationwide foreclosure crisis that started in 2006, mortgage defaults and property foreclosures have steadily increased to put downward pressure on most housing prices nationwide. Housing prices are down nearly 28% nationwide since 2006 with some areas such as Nevada, Arizona, California and Florida experiencing declines in the range of 40-50%. Now nearly every community is faced with the reality of homes in their neighborhood being auctioned off or Banks puttin …

This meetup group will help you: * Strengthen your understanding of history and of the foundational principles necessary to maintain liberty * Recruit, train, equip and mobilize an army of informed citizens and build the organizational structure necessary to win * Master the political process on the local, state, and national level, beginning in your neighborhood and in the 1st Legislative District. * and much more!

This is a casual group for swedes, swede descendants, or people interested in Sweden and Swedish culture.

Meet, socialize and share experiences about coping and surviving with other survivors and having a good time while doing it. This group is... . Support group for those recently diagnosed or history of brain tumor. . For those who are parents with a child who has diagnosed. Or have another loved one who has been diagnosed. . Intended to support and educate anyone who has had or knows someone who has had a brain tumor. . Have fun and enjoy the company of others who share this experience. As organi …

Meet other local Indonesian Language speakers and students for dinner or an event. Practice your language skills and teach others. Discuss Indonesian culture, history and current events. Everyone is welcome regardless of language proficiency.

Meet to eat foods from The Dolce Diet or other recipes based on nutritional science from the Metabolic Effect and other fitness-focused nutrition programs. Sometimes we'll have potlucks, and we might also have events where foods are prepared for the group. Be ready to chat, because beyond food, there will be conversations about earth-grown nutrients, raw foods and other sources of fuel for fitness. Those who already possess nutritional knowledge can share, and those who don't can learn and contr …

I really enjoy old things made of paper! For beginners, there are: postcards, old photographs, posters, sports and non sports cards, greeting cards, magazines, prints, ads, coupons, brochures, books, calendars, stamps, paper money, maps, newspapers, historical documents and much more! These fascinating items document our history and reveal wondrous things about us as individuals, as a nation, a civilization, and as human beings - in all our diversity and possibilities! And all of this has been i …