Get fit the fun way...come try Zumba with Maria Elena! Group fitness with a Latin flavor. Salsa, Cha-cha, Meringue, Reggaeton, Samba jazzed up for an hour of non-stop fun & effective workout. $5/class. NO GYM MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED!!! Schedule: Zumba: Mondays and Wednesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 PM: Green Road Community Center: 4201 Community Road, Raleigh, NC 27604; Zumba: Tuesdays: 6:00 - 7:00 PM: Wendell Community Center: 601 W. Third Strret, Wendell, NC 27591 Zumba: Thursdays: 6:00 - 7:00 PM: Greystone …

Living sustainably in the Triangle. Homes consume roughly half of the nation's energy. The purpose of the group is to learn about energy efficiency, how to make improvements to existing homes, and see examples of homes that use less energy.

If you think it's hard to meet new people, try picking up the wrong golf ball! --Jack Lemmon Single golfers...make it easy...come play a round with the Charlotte Singles Golf Association (CSGA). We're about golf, fun, meeting new people...and definitely enjoying the 19th hole! We golf virtually every weekend all year round at area courses.   Typically, we play golf at somewhat reduced special CSGA rates. Ours is a social brand of golf but we have a competitive streak, too (we're best suited to …

***Dr. Fuhrman's new book THE END OF DIABETES is now available*** ***nutritarian: denfintion- one who seeks foods that are high in micronutrients such as antioxidents, phytochemicals, and many other micronutrients that are both known and yet undiscovered which are found primarily in vegetables, fruits, beans, nuts and seeds.*** I'm starting this group to have others to share this journey of taking responsibility for one's own health through the work of Dr. Joel Fuhrman. His basic formula is lear …

The Sierra Club is America's oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization. Inspired by nature, we are 1.3 million of your friends and neighbors, working together to protect our communities and the planet. The Capital Group Sierra Club focuses on exploring, enjoying and protecting our local region. We invite you to join us at one of our interesting monthly meetings featuring prominent "green" speakers, for an outing or at a conservation or political meeting or event …

There are a lot of awesome books come from the Young Adult section of the library, and I know a lot of other adults read YA books and have nobody to dish about them with. There's a lot to dish! Dystopian futures, first loves and boarding schools - you can't go wrong. If you loved the Hunger Games, Princess Diaries, Sweet Valley Confidential, and all those other books that you want to put a paper bag book-cover on so nobody sees what you're reading, then you've found the right place! Bonus points …

This group is for those who are interested in sustainability and eco-friendly issues. We hope to bring together people who are interested in a greener lifestyle. If you are interested in reducing your consumption of natural resources, green energy, composting, living in a smaller eco-friendly home, etc. This is the group for you! Our group meets about once a month to discuss a topic. We keep it very informal, so while we have a topic, we will let the conversation flow.  From time to time we have …

Sweetbottoms Baby Boutique, mother-owned and operated, is proud to offer a growing selection of events, classes, meetups and groups. We are a community that supports natural parenting, natural living and a Green lifestyle.

The Central Piedmont Group of the NC Chapter of the Sierra Club is one of the largest groups in North Carolina, representing the environmental communities for Anson, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Stanly, Rowan and Union counties. The group is active in providing environmental educational programs and influencing local policy issues related to the environment. Unless otherwise noted on the website ( http://charlottesierraclub.org/ ), monthly meetings take place the fo …

We Are All Farmers Permaculture Institute Meetup Group is dedicated to agricultural and creative experimentation and regeneration focused on food as a primary foundation of community. It is led by certified & trained permaculture practitioners. We explore and practice hands-on permaculture principles. Come on out and meet new folks and get your hands in the dirt! Our approach is humble and from a place of reverence. Despite years of practice in land stewardship and now permaculture systems desig …

This group will be a meeting place for gardeners in the New River Valley of Virginia. Our primary focus will be on vegetable gardening, but will change as the knowledge base of the group grows. I'd like to have meetings at vegetable gardens around the area, local farms, and other places where us gardeners are welcome. We can share stories and offer advice to help each other increase yields and have great success at gardening. Even if you don't currently have a garden, but would like to try your …

This group is intended to share information about biodiesel! Folks that are currently processing, folks that want to learn, folks that want to help one another.

OUR LOCATION: We have meet-ups all over the area with different Organizers creating meet-ups in Raleigh and outside of Raleigh (Cary, Durham, Garner, Clayton, etc.) so no matter where you live, you will find a meetup close by you. OUR MEET-UPS:  We have several weekday and weekend/ daytime and evening events/ meet-ups per month on the calendar like Ladies Night Out, Luncheons, Tea Parties, Pottery, Painting Classes, Belly dancing, Craft Club, Trail walking, Book club, Game Night, Karaoke, Trivi …

Hi, we are forming a Cohousing group centered around eco living, sustainability, and gardening. We are interested in anyone that has an interest in joining and participating in the creation of two villages,one multi-age and one Senior. We have a georgeous 26Ac. site protected by a 200Ac. wildlife preserve and 400Ac. golf course within Charlotte City Limits.Ponds, a large creek providing a private gated site. We have a 1/4 mile of south facing orientation for solar use and income.Ten minutes to h …

Provocative yet non-violent actions to STOP Global Warming! Street theater and hunger strikes at political conventions, flash mobs, vivid boycotts of irresponsible corporations, funny social media and party themes are on the agenda. Our mission - force political leaders to address Climate Change NOW! Raging heat, dying crops, and an election year...this may be our last, BEST chance to save our eco- systems that keep us all alive. Industry titans willfully ignore every warning sign and wager ever …

People who want to talk about overpopulation. We are not sure when the Earth will be overcrowded but we are definitely sure it is getting more crowded. Everyone who has an opinion  to share with others about overpopulation is welcome into this group. In our group,  everyone can speak freely, with politeness please. We hope that if we disagree that at least we can allow for disagreements.

The RelyLocal Matthews, Mint Hill and Indian Trail Meetup group was established to promote and present opportunities for local residents and local businesses to meetup at local venues for special events, discussions and causes. Our local events rotate through different venues in the Matthews, Mint Hill and Indian Trail to share opportunities for people to become more engaged in our local community through networking and causes. If you want to be part of your community, you need to live in your …

Hi! My name is Erica Motley, At one point in my life I really wanted to workout,I was nearly 400lbs and could not find a group of people or better yet the motivation to go! 2 years ago I was told by my doctor that I was pre- diabetic and most of my numbers from my blood work were headed towards 2 places..disease or death! I walked out of the doctor's and turned to the social world for help! I know that there are tons of "ERICA MOTLEY'S" out there and I want to help others save and get their life …

We recently joined the Green Creek Archery Club which meets in Columbus, NC on Saturdays.  It's a wonderful group but an hour from home.  We are hoping to meet people who want to have organized range practice in Gastonia, on a bi-weekly or weekly basis.  The Green Creek Coach, a Level 4 coach, and Olympic archer, Jim Vennera, has said he would be happy to help us get it up and running. We also visit different ranges as day trips.  Each time we learn something new. It would be fun to have friends …

People in the Triangle area of NC who are interested in building tiny homes. Also for people who are (or want to be) living in small spaces and who are interested in issues related design and furnishing.

The Energy Working Group is focused on learning about and planning actions related to the energy industry. This includes learning about alternative energy sources, looking at the environmental impact of corporate and personal use, and canvassing the local community to learn about energy and the environment. Please join us as we learn and act together about these far-reaching and complex issues. All are welcome!

To foster a community of practitioners and advocates for better building standards through the use the Passive House performance standard in NC.

Hoping to create a great fun accepting atmosphere for like-minded nerds/geeks to get together and enjoy some great Sci-Fi and Fantasy fun. The group will emphasize the accepting nature of its members. We are looking for and welcoming of: gay, straight, lesbian, Christian, Pagan, Jewish, black, white, green, tall, short people. This list is not exhaustive! Looking to make this group into what the members want to be. You want some people to watch a Battlestar Marathon with and discuss the Pros/Con …

This group is for all people interested in self-sustainability,alternative energy,preparedness,wildcrafting,primitive skills,green construction and creating a resilient community

A unique training community for the modern girl to be healthy and strong through the accountability and motivation of others. The GreenFitGirl community empowers greater wellness through "green exercise" and meaningful connections. By joining GreenFitGirl you can train with other women who are at similar fitness levels as you because GFG offers exercise programs for beginners and those looking to push to the next level. GreenFitGirl outdoor programs include running and walking sessions, strength …

Green Yogis is a Green Yoga Sangha (Community) whose goal is to unify yoga with ecology. Let's infuse sustainability into our practice and set an intention to be more environmentally responsible yogis. We organize workshops on sustainable yoga studios, greening your practice, improving sustainability and health at home, and promote yoga and meditation workshops. We organize outdoor yoga classes to encourage a connection with nature.

We moved our family of three to Cary from the Finger Lakes Region of NY in May 2012. We are gentle, attached, semi-crunchy parents to our amazing and active two year old daughter. After attending a few other mommy and me group meetups, I realized they were not a great fit.  We parent by instinct, practice co-sleeping, full term breastfeed, baby wear, avoid toxic products and plastic and eat a mostly whole, organic (when possible) unprocessed diet which are not mainstream and apparently these thi …

Breathe. Love. Move. Eat is a Wellness program that focuses on using the love and excitement of our daily lives as our primary source of energy. The program focuses using the fundamental theory of positive psychology, compassionate goal setting and guilt free wellness techniques to guide people on their journey towards optimal living.  We will also incorporate some simple ways to improve one’s nutrition and physical health.  The program will include activities such as: Guest speaker lectures Co …