Bring your laptops, sketch pads, and a creative spark. This "open workshop" is a mobile space for socializing, working on your own personal (or collaborative) projects, sharing with and learning from each other, and exploring new and provocative design: from hardware (i.e. www.arduino.cc) to software (i.e. anything Google, Ruby on Rails and other MVC Frameworks, Drupal, cool open source projects like Processing) to digital art (i.e. CS4) and web media (Flash, CSS, etc). There are wonderfully cre …

A group in built to help those learning Ruby on Rails build new businesses, cool prototypes, side projects, and more in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area. Events include: introductory classes on Rails 'hack' sessions where you can partner 1:1 to get over sticking points classes to help you learn 'the other stuff' (CoffeeScript, SASS, HTML5, Git, etc) We encourage people of all skill levels in Rails to participate! Our Google Group is located here: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/rail …

The Experienced Rider Club: We Ride... Welcome to the Minnesota Motorcycle Touring Club (MMTC). The MMTC is for motorcycle riders who enjoy riding with friends 250 to 350 or more miles per day, plus whatever miles are required to get to the meet up location.  Rides are on the 2nd and 4th weekends of the month from April to November, with some additional rides added in the other weeks. Most rides are in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Multiple day rides could go anywhere. MMTC seeks fun challenging pa …

Welcome to MN NORML's Meetup group! MN NORML is a member based, nonprofit 501(c)4 organization, incorporated in Minnesota.  We are the statewide affiliate of The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML.)  You can find detailed information about us and become a member of MN NORML on our website: http://www.mnNORML.org Mission Statement To repeal Minnesota's cannabis prohibition laws so that responsible uses of cannabis by adults is no longer subject to penalty. You can als …

Transition Towns are communities of people engaged in dynamic, proactive redesign of their cities and towns for the Post Peak Oil era. See www.transitiontowns.org for more information. Each participant has something to contribute to move toward more localized, self-sustaining, energized and creative communities. This Meetup group is primarily focused in the north metro area of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN USA.) A loosely affiliated Google Group is transition-twin-cities, which has a …

MN Bully Lovers is a social network for bully-breed owners and their dogs. Join our group to meet with local owners who understand the challenges and rewards of owning bully breeds. MN Bully Lovers hosts playtimes and other dog-friendly activities, as well as training & behavior workshops. Our discussion board provides a forum for questions, advice, and information on breed restrictions and/or legislation. ************* "Meetups" - Activities organized for the whole group. Click the Meetup …

Overview: Are you an internet marketing professional in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area? Do you make your living online as a consultant or business owner? Stay on the forefront of Internet Marketing in Minneapolis with the Minneapolis Internet & Search Marketing Authority: Social Media Search Engine Optimization Pay Per Click & Media Buying Conversion Optimization Email Marketing Let's share our common experiences to drive more traffic and generate sales / leads. A focus of our group is genera …

The LawSmoothie Project provides numerous meetups so that super-small business owners to get the help they need, in a relaxed, easy and enjoyable way --oh, and did I say "affordable?"  Yes, that!  The whole point of the Project is to deliver innovative solutions that allow super-small business owners to get the help they need at tremendous cost savings, but without sacrificing quality. SpeakEasies are a FREE roundable to talk over legal and business questions.  Topics are whatever the group wan …

A business networking group for business professionals, self-employed individuals, consultants and entrepreneurs. Not a typical networking group, this meetup is designed to facilitate the building of lasting business relationships and friendships among participants. Please read "About Us" (left top) Before you decide to join this group! Format is informal bag lunch meetings with ample opportunity to socialize and get to know one another. Most will include a facilitated discussion on a specific t …

Wonderful support and education for women who are approaching, experiencing, or moving forward from divorce. If you are unsure of where to turn or what to do next, there is direction. If you are struggling to define who you are after being part of a couple, there is wholeness. If you are grieving shattered dreams or what might or should have been, there is healing. If you despair of something wonderful coming out of your pain and divorce, there is hope. Our programs offer support on your journey …