About Us / What We Do Our mission is to inspire, engage and empower the residents of our community as we move along the path to a more local, resilient and sustainable future Go Local means supporting local businesses and farmers; building community social networks; harnessing natural and social diversity; celebrating what this wonderful Town has to offer, and taking care of each other. We began in 2008 as Transition Oakville, were designated an “official” Transition Town and incorporated …

Hello fellow west-enders! I recently moved to the area with my husband and am loving this new neighborhood immensely. I used to belong to several bookclub in the past and have really enjoyed thoughtful discussion and ideas exchanged amongst a group of like-minded and not so like-minded individuals! With the onset of better weather to come, I would like to start hosting a variety of bookclub, art, outdoors, and community-centric events again. I have a lovely garden space and deck to host members …

Join a group interested in the exciting and exotic bonsai and related Japanese arts. Educational and fun lecture/demonstrations, classes, workshops and exhibits will be explored. Dynamic and enthusiastic American and international teachers with decades of experience will lead the programs. Tour gardens to see beautiful examples of bonsai, Japanese gardens and plant collections. Topics to be explored include: bonsai, ikebana, Japanese gardens, stone appreciation, tea ceremony, haiku, brush painti …

This is a group-led community for anyone looking to meet like minded individuals interested in self sufficiency. Meet up with others and swap skills like growing food, gardening, preserving food, soap making, bee keeping, sewing, bread making, cheese making, basically anything to help keep us self sufficient. Members can get together to learn, teach each other useful skills and enjoy good company. If you would like to learn to be more self sufficient or have a teachable skill that would help oth …

All are welcome to join the Circle at Sacred Garden Healing Centre on Hamilton Mountain. We offer a peaceful, calm setting infused with the energy of the Stars. Join us and experience the magic of meditation as it aligns your soul with its true purpose and brings forth inner serenity, balance, clarity and courage. We all have an inner star. If you are ready to find yours come to Sacred Garden and experience the journey. The Circle meets every Thursday afternoon from 2-4 p.m.

Imagine using permaculture techniques and skills to create a resilient and TRULY sustainable human landscape. As we face energy, climate and economic challenges, permaculture offers one of the best "tool kits" for moving in a positive and productive direction: resilient communities full of creative abundance. Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, there is some part of permaculture that will make sense for your life and your relationship to the landscape where you live and work. Join us. W …

The Tranquil Garden A unique place for you, in Durham Region! We are a 6,200 sq ft wellness centre located in Oshawa, Durham Region. Our facilites include: a day spa a yoga studio holistic treatment rooms several meeting rooms and workshop rooms a jacuzzi tub and swimming pool and a labyrinth in our backyard We are committed to providing you with a space and services to help you be empowered and evolve- mind, body and spirit. In addition to spa services, yoga classes and holistic treatment su …

Welcome to the ecopartners meetup group. Our primary focus for this group is to discuss, research and explore green and sustainable technologies and their practical applications for an aging population. Together we are researching: electric drive transportation alternative urban food production passive hydroponics indoor container gardening edible landscapes local weather patterns and their effects (Climate Change) companion animals and healthy lifestyle choices the impacts of social networki …

If you are interested in urban skill sharing, urban preparedness, urban activism and issues revolving around urban centres, than this could be the community group you are looking for. "Community" is an essential aspect of this group and the wishes of organizing and influencing one another to participate during these urgent times of mass unrest and urban population booms is necessary. Calling on all people to be a part of a growing movement and urging those with the abilities to spread and cultiv …

this is a time for learning, dreaming and get hands on small projects for your house and your life. if you ever wonder about how things are made, or aim for a healthier and greener space and enjoy useful DIY projects, this a group for enthusiast and creative ones that look for new challenges or just want to try a new venture. living in a city can become stressful sometimes and overwhelmingly exhausting, why not getting out of the routine a bit and create something great and exhilarating, a Green …

Welcome to Thumbs Up Theatre Toronto! If you like going to plays, musicals, comedy clubs and other arts events, but don't want to go alone ... you will love Thumbs Up! We are a social group and we go to lots of shows in Toronto and beyond. All ages are welcome. One of our mandates is affordable theatre. This means we actively seek ticket discounts when possible. We also go to the theatre on days when rush and pay-what-you-can tickets are offered. We go to a wide range of shows, including: Pro …

The purpose of this group is to unite all the West Toronto Junction residents, non-profit organizations, and local businesses. (like the Hackernest! ;))

The gift economy represents a shift from consumption to contribution, transaction to trust, scarcity to abundance and isolation to community. - Charles Eisenstein Gift Circle's are an ancient practice that’s weaving its way into our modern world – and it’s about creating an alternative economy based on sharing. The distinctive feature of a gift economy is that people give of their possessions and services with no expectation of return. I got the idea to start my own Gift Circle after reading …

This Meetup is for locavores, foodies, food lovers, vegans, vegetarians, nutritarians, meatatarians, agrarians, environmentalists and everything in between! Our focus is attending social events relating to foods grown or raised within 250km of Burlington, Ontario. Gathering friends old and new to visit farmer's markets, attend farm tours and festivals, dine at restaurants featuring local products are just some events we can do. Plan educational and fun excursions as a group. Share knowledge and …

LeTip Sherway Gardens.....is a diverse and energetic networking group that meets for one purpose -- to give and receive qualified business tips. Let's work together to build each others’ businesses and increase the bottom line. Our group will serve as your sales force, bringing new business to you! No cold calling, just warm leads. Unlike any other business group you've seen LeTip Sherway Gardens stands out! Membership in this organization is restricted to one person per industry -- there will b …

What is a "gift circle", or the "gift economy"? The gift economy [is a change in mindset] from consumption to contribution, transaction to trust, scarcity to abundance, and isolation to community. - Charles Eisenstein Gift Circle's are an ancient practice that’s weaving its way into our modern world – and it’s about creating an alternative economy based on sharing. The distinctive feature of a gift economy is that people give of their possessions and services with no expectation of return. The H …

Have you read the Power Now? Have you read A New Earth? Are looking to learn more about Eckhart's teachings? Are you interested in gathering with a community of people who enjoy Eckhart's teachings? If you answered yes to any of these question you will probably resonate with our weekly gathering that has been created for those interested in Eckhart teachings.  You may want to learn more about Eckhart and you may also be interested in finding and socializing with others interested in spirituality …

Calling all travel lovers! Lets get together to do fun and affordable day trips. Some examples may include theater, wine tasting, shopping, casino days and much more. If this is what your interested in then don't hesitate, join now!

Meet friendly Chihuahuas and Chihuahua Owners in the Buffalo NY area! We are a fun group of people with fabulous little dogs and we try to plan interesting and fun play dates each month! All chihuahuas and chihuahua mixes welcome! Other little dogs who weigh under 10 pounds welcome too :-) Any questions please email us: Chihuahua-Buffalo-PlayGroup@meetup.com Also please join us at FaceBook. Our group on FaceBook is private so you need to email to join: ChihuahuaBuffaloPlayGroup@groups.facebook.c …

Welcome to the Rochester Museum and Arts Group. We're not just about museums and galleries.  There are so many other hidden treasures in Rochester and the surrounding areas.   We also enjoy cultural events such as music venues, art lectures, seasonal events, ethnic and gourmet food tours, historical tours and much more. A few of our day trips have taken us to Corning Glass Works Museum, the Oatka Creek Sculpture Gardens, the Albright-Knox Modern Art Museum in Buffalo and the Ithaca Arts Trail. C …

The Waterloo Region Time Exchange (WRTE) is a Community based group, fully focused on rebuilding a strong community and a better neighbourhood... With the ongoing collapse of our economy that ran and controlled by a few powerful banking system... With the everlasting unemployment rate exceeding a certain level... leaving almost 50,000 of our population in Waterloo Region living in the deepest poverty... With more and more skilled and talented people are laid off or retired every day... With even …

We'd like to meet more like minded people in Rochester, NY who share a passion for improving our health and even the direction and health of our community. We want to learn from each other, vent our frustrations, come up with solutions, and form connections. Meetups may range from informal socials to pot-luck dinners, guest speakers and even community projects for those interested (such as school or community gardens, taking on school lunch programs, teaching, etc). Anyone who recognizes that nu …

We are a group of people in Northwest Pennsylvania who like to get together with each other and share our skills in wild edibles, reskilling and homesteading.

This is a group for anyone interested in the synchronicities that are in all aspects of our lives. If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of meditation, yoga, angels, psychic protection, reiki, past lives, etc.,etc...this is the meetup for you. Occasionally we will also host gardening and decorating seminars, because even though we are spiritual beings, we are living a physical life, and it is nice to find a balance between both worlds.

Develop your Oakville business by meeting like minded professionals who are looking for ways to improve, develop thru sharing business experiences in marketing, public relations, community involvement, accounting, financing, sales and this list goes on. You'll be surprised about how much you can learn listening to the person next to you or sharing a great moment.

Can You Make Your Business Work Without Crushing Your Spirit? That was the original question posed here by our first organizer, Rob Helmer (of The Inner Garden) our guest leader Mark Silver (of Heart of Business), who sparked this group in Toronto. Whole-heartedly, as your current organizer, I say, YES! And the next question is HOW? We will both explore and answer this question with the help of one another and the heart centered business leaders who will come to share and present to us. Wha …

This is a weekly platform where people in the local Buffalo area get a chance to give a presentation about what their organization is doing to improve Buffalo. These civic minded, motivated individuals are doing everything from putting a spotlight on blighted neighborhoods to maintaining urban farm that in servicing the surrounding community brings down the price of produce while building community. Come meet the movers and shakers who are committed to the new economy.

Hey and Welcome to Queen West Living MeetUp!!! This MeetUp is created for the people living and working in an around The Queen West Community of Toronto. We welcome our amazing neighbours from Parkdale, Roncesvalle, Little Portugal, Dufferin Grove, Palmerston-Little Italy and Trinity Niagara. Queen West Living MeetUp will be a place for Community, Lifestyle and Education. Get to know your neighbours, learn and become inspired from local Architects, Interior Designers, Brewery's, Photographers, U …