Set dancing is fun and easy to learn; this is not the performance style dancing you may have seen on "Riverdance." It is a social form of folk dancing that is very beginner friendly, but is also engaging enough to appeal to experienced dancers. So whether you are an experienced dancer looking to try something new, or an absolute beginner who wants to give dancing a try, this group may be for you. The dances are taught by well-known instructor Michael Murphy, whose teaching is welcoming, inclusiv …

The Bay Area’s premier Social Group. The Unique One’s brings together a collective mix of Professionals for great outings and great events.  The Unique One’s Organizers believe in providing quality events for the  professional to remember for years to come. Sunday Dinners, Bowling nights, day trips, and Wine tastings, group travel and many other great family style events make The Unique One’s a great Social Group to be a part of. We have a few small rules. We only allow folks who have face pic …

Get your live music fix with other fans of indie/indie rock and music that sounds like indie rock but isn't on an indie label. Places I expect this group will frequent are: the Independent, Mezzanine, Bimbo's, GAMH, the Fillmore, Warfield, Slim's, etc. We aim to check out note worthy local acts as well as great folks coming through town.  We are always open to suggestions and try to meet up at shows with tickets at all price points...including free!  If you like any of the following bands, you'v …

I like unique events that aren't stuffy and a little off the beaten path. I am interested in poetry readings, lectures, book signings, theater, art openings, experimental music, and other related events. I'm hoping to find a few like minded folks in the Bay Area who would like to attend these events on occasion with me! I am looking for cheap stuff to do so you won't find any opera or symphony events here (unless they're free!) So many artists out there, it's great to support your local art scen …

Please join us for an evening of collective spiritual songs and chanting followed by silent meditation. The music is more western folk style rather than Indian, and we mix English devotional songs and samskrta chanting. Together we can create a powerful loving spiritual atmosphere, and enjoy divine meditation. We also share spiritual stories and ideas from different traditions. The group leader will guide the group in a universal meditation technique, and free individual meditation instruction i …

This is a folk singing group. Well, mainly... We also get into singer-song-writers and other music as well. Take a close look at the list of listed meetups for details. [b]TIMES[/b] The [b]1st Saturday[/b] of the month is open to hosts suggesting and providing other music (e.g., The Beatles, James Taylor, Motown...). The [b]2nd Saturday[/b] of the month is usually a sing-along using the book [u]Rise Up Singing[/u] (see note below)*.  We usually start at 6:30, begin singing at 7:00 pm, play for …

* Do you burst into song for no apparent reason? * Do you randomly grab innate objects and magically turn them into microphones? * Does your bedroom become a stage when your favorite song comes on? You might not have a problem. Welcome to Karaokeyers Anonymous! Karaokeyers Anon is an open-minded group for people who want to sing, socialize, and have an enthusiastic, supportive audience for those spontaneous "burst-into-song" moments! We encourage shy folks, bold, folks, and even those who j …

This group is intended for those who are interested in Irish and Celtic Cultures. This group started as a meeting place for Irish Expats but has now grown to include all those interested in the way of Irish; music, gaeilge language, and any of those with an Irish connection. All nationalities are are welcome. This is based in San Francisco but we will expand it to meet any of our members requests and wishes. Whether new to San Francisco or a long time citizen, come along to a meetup for a pint o …

Aloha and welcome to the Bay Area Hula Dancing Meetup Group! As a lifelong hula dancer, I have a passion for sharing my Hawaiian culture and the joy of hula with those who want to learn. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! This Meetup group will provide you with the opportunity to learn hula in a FUN and inviting atmosphere, enjoy the company of other fun-loving folks and make new friends. While we now have a "permanent home" I'd love to meet at different locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area so …

THE BEST OF THE BAY AREA BANDS NETWORK SAN JOSE PRESENTS! "YOUR BAND'S NAME HERE" Please see the section under the "Discussions Tab" to find out how you can "Self Promote" your band on this website. My other music websites are very successful, as this can only benefit your music or your band in every way. Looking for a musician? Looking to announce a CD release party? Looking for a talented singer? Looking to join a band? Just love music and want to attend great music events? Here is where you c …

Hi there -- I'm starting this group ... as I see that there are quiet a few folks with Scottish origin, and I know that as a country of 4 million, there are not that many of us out here -- so we are hard to find! This meet up will act as a place for us to "meet up" and once we get enough of us, I can suggest a meeting place etc. I am from Edinburgh originally, I play the fiddle ... and I totally miss my Irn Bru in the morning! Would love to hear from you all!

The Ukulele Rebellion has begun!  Join us at our bi-weekly meetings (and other events). Our primary songbook is The Daily Ukulele Leap Year Edition. The pages to be covered for each meeting are posted on the homepage. The DULYE can be found at music stores and Amazon. We also play some songs from chord/lyric sheets that can be downloaded (see below). We ask a $2 donation per meeting to cover site maintenance and other costs. Excess funds go into the Oakside Cafe tip jar. If you can print out you …

[color=green][b]WELCOME![/b][/color] Our events are for all us singles who want to GET OUT and have some FUN! Not that we don't love our couple friends too, but they always have to leave early (or can't come at all) because of the kids, the house, etc.  This group is for those of us who have more free time and want to make some new friends while having some FUN! There are more of us single people in the bay area than you think, so leave all your friends who are couples at home and come out to …

This group is for Asian men and women  to make new Asian friends while dining out (restaurants, potlocks, picnics, and fine dining), exploring and participating in indoor as well as outdoor adventures and activities, (hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, tennis, soccer, golf, volleyball, basketball, badminton, rock climbing, paintball, billiards, karaoke, ballroom dancing, archery, horseback riding, sports events, movies, concerts, musicals, museums, art exhibits, coffee socials, wine tasting, ph …

A meetup for people who can play one or two traditional Irish tunes and are eager to learn more in an informal setting. All instruments welcome to join the session, which will be played at a slow to medium pace.

Are you tired of trying to find the right place to meet mature (48-65 ish), eligible single folks?  I am.  Bars send the wrong message; singles events are mainly about dancing and loud music with no opportunity to actually get to know folks; dating websites are expensive or just not very helpful and some other meetup groups seem to more like a singles "meat market", only for young folks, or they are non-singles events. I have started this group because I love going out to dinner and socializing …

This Meet-Up is for beginners.  You don't have to read music, sing, or improvise AND you don't need a drum.  There are no prerequisites.  I will teach you your part and I will make you successful! This is a great activity where adults and children (9 and older) can participate as equals and it is just plain FUN! Of course, you don’t have to be members of a family to participate. We will be learning specific ensemble pieces, which I will teach you.  On 2nd Sundays we will work with drums and perc …

This Meet-Up is for beginners.  You don't have to read music, sing, or improvise AND you don't need a drum.  There are no prerequisites.  I will teach you your part and I will make you successful! This is a great activity where adults and children (9 and older) can participate as equals and it is just plain FUN! Of course, you don’t have to be members of a family to participate. We will be learning specific ensemble pieces, which I will teach you.  On 2nd Sundays we will work with drums and perc …

This is a group to collect/connect jazz musicians,jazz listeners/lovers, and dance lovers at a place where all these things are possible. Currently many clubs featuring great jazz don't have much space for dancing--strange because the fun of moving to music is so natural! However, at most rock etc dance clubs the music is at bio hazard volume levels. Our JJ&D events feature dance-friendly space & creative music at an enjoyable level great for your all-over health! Dancing--all types, beats, etc. …

These days, most of the dance clubs and social meetup groups are focused on music from the 80s and later, from hair metal to house to hip-hop to funk/R&B to DJ mashups and the like. What is missing is a group with an emphasis on live band music from oldies rock and roll, to classic 60s rock (the British invasion, beach music, folk and acid rock, etc.) through the more popular 70s rock (Eagles, Doobies, etc.) You know the kind of music I am talking about! Well, THIS IS IT! Dancing to live mus …

dedicated to promoting authentic  popular social dances: cuban danzon, son, and casino;brazilian samba, bossa nova, lambada and forro; colombian cumbia, vallenato and porro; american lindy hop/swing, jump/rock'n'roll ,disco/hustle and social foxtrot; reggae; calypso/soca;reggaeton;beguine; bachata and merengue; zouk;puerto rican plena and danza; mexican polca and vals;argentine tango and milonga; and others. we meet weekly to learn the dances and go out several times a month to practice to live …

If you're queer in the bay area and you love salsa music/dance, then you've found your tribe! Welcome to our online clubhouse!!! This is your place to voice your ideas, find out about events, meet like-minded peeps, and plot universal domination ;) just kidding! If there's a salsa event you know about that you'd like to attend with some fun and friendly folks, post it here! Very likely someone else wants to go too! Musicians want to jam with other queers? Post it! Want to invade a straight club …

East Bay Awesome Activities is a group of fun, friendly folks interested in socializing with fellow 20- and 30-somethings at cool events mostly (but not exclusively) in the East Bay. From dinner to drinks, hiking to biking, street fairs to concerts, chances are we're doing it! So join us in the festivities, have an awesome time, and make new friends. Suggesting Events Have an idea for a fun activity? Please feel free to contact the organizer about it. The event could be scheduled, and better ye …

Come sing with East Bay Harmony, an Oakland-based a cappella chorus established in 1999. Men especially encouraged. We rehearse weekly and exist to promote the fun of singing together and building community through music making. THE BASIC INFO - No audition required - all adults welcome! - No music reading skill required! - Super fun, friendly community, low-pressure environment - Eclectic, all a cappella repertoire - We provide easy-to use online tools for helping you learn your part quickly an …

If you are dancer and love to dance to any music then come jam with us! This group dances to all world fusion/beats. Come and share your music, your moves, be open and pick up new ones and have some real fun with folks that share the same dance passion! We will meet 1/week to let ourselves loose into the rhythm of world music and let our dance do the talking. Let's see what you've got!

Welcome to Peninsula Rec & Leisure! By joining this up-and-coming group YOU get to decide how this group will mold into a fantastically fun experience for all! For now, the group will focus on hidden Happy Hours tucked in and around the peninsula. I’m a huge advocate for finding new uncharted locations for food and drink! Why? Because some of the best (and worst) places I’ve ever been to, have been off the beaten path…..and each one provides a memorable story! Why settle for what you know when y …

New Orleans Jazz Fest is happening this year over a fabulous 10 day period (2 extended weekends): April 26 - May 5th. This year's NOLA Jazz Fest lineup looks amazing. Feel free to check it out: http://www.nojazzfest.com/ Years ago, I was fortunate enough to join a Yahoo Group that organized a trip to NOLA. What a fabulous experience it was. The live music and talent that is seen is unparalleled. I'm starting this group to meet up with folks from SF & the Bay Area who may be interested in joining …

Potluck and singalong at my house in The Montclair district of Oakland ( near the Caldecott tunnel) We provide songbooks, two experienced guitar players will lead the event. The music genre covers popular songs including folk, rock, blues, country etc.