Recovery International (RI) is a peer-led self-help group that teaches techniques to help us change thoughts and behaviors that cause psychological distress. Whether you or someone you know is looking to overcome a specific fear or phobia, are sleepless because of stress or are dealing with depression, anger, obsessive thoughts or compulsions, RI can help. We provide reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier l …

Curious about how to cook traditional foods?  Want to know where to find raw milk and grass-fed beef or pastured pork?  Ready to take the next step in your Real Food journey?  You've come to the right place!  Nourishing Ways of West Michigan wants to help you learn more about how to find and prepare the foods that nourished our great grandparents, foods that can bring us to health and healing.  Find us on the web:  http://www.nourishingways.org/

I would like to thank Will Fields for having the insight to start this Meetup Group in May of 2011. Will start this group for people in the photo community. Not to be a camera club but rather a place for experienced photographers to meet and talk. As of November 18th I have taken on the organization of Photography in West Michigan. In doing so I think we can benefit the photographic community by expanding the invitation to join this Meetup to all those interested in Photography.

The purpose of the Business Design & Innovation Meetup is to build a learning community focused on discovering innovation methodologies and exploring the topics around: the design of business, business models, strategic planning, Lean Startup methodologies, and profitability models for startups, non-profits, small businesses, and corporations. We are a community interested in learning more about designing business models, the process of innovation and strategic planning. We want to learn col …

People enthusiastic about all things photography. This group is for anybody that loves to take photos, share knowledge and meet up and point and shoot. If you are organizing a class, event, club meeting, photo walk or are just looking for somebody to have a beer with and talk about photography feel free to join. Any off topic or commercial solicitation for services will be frowned upon. Hosting a fee based workshop or class is OK but no blatant advertising of services.

Mobile Monday Grand Rapids is a chapter of Mobile Monday Michigan which executes on Mobile Monday International objectives by delivering a balanced approach of business and technical content. We will look to the Michigan business community for this content, as well as beyond our State in order to make certain the Michigan community is made aware of developments taking place outside our area that can aid their business. Mobile Monday is an international organization that works with local, regiona …

Thanks for stopping by! So you’re dying to see Kings of Leon but sitting all by yourself just doesn’t sound appealing? Are you looking for some nice company for a cool jazzy evening but don’t know anyone else who likes jazz? Why miss out on a concert or have less than stellar time just because none of your friends have the same awesome taste in music as you do? Find a new friend here. This meetup group is for people wanting to attend concerts and get connected with other music fans. It spans ac …

ABOUT WSNF-After40 (40-60's) The #1 priority for WSNF is developing new friendships. The #2 goal is to do fun things together  and/or to go to neat places and events as a way of  fostering #1. If you want to develop new friendships, this is the group for you. If you are the kind of gal who wants everyone who attends, especially "newbies," to feel welcomed and have a good time, this is a group for you. If you make a couple close friends and will still attend some WSNF events, you fit right in! IM …

Recovery International (RI) is a peer-led self-help group that teaches techniques to help us change thoughts and behaviors that cause psychological distress. Whether you or someone you know is looking to overcome a specific fear or phobia, are sleepless because of stress or are dealing with depression, anger, obsessive thoughts or compulsions, RI can help. We provide reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier l …

Networking and referrals are only the beginning of what our group of thriving entrepreneurs have to offer. We also help you to become a stronger business owner and to create targeted co-marketing bonds with other members that will work to drive new customers to your business. We do this through a tested program of sharing practices and ideas in addition to the creation of viable business contacts and networking. We meet weekly. Entrepreneurs Professionals was organized, to help the small busines …

This is an organized support group for women who are looking to perhaps grow in some facet of their lives or may be facing life changes and are looking for the support of other women. At this point it is an open group, with a membership application. It may at some point close, and then another group would open for other women. It is not a psychotherapy group, but rather a peer-support group.

This group is for people who practice a paleo/primal lifestyle. Beginners are welcome! This is a group to connect, share recipes, share concerns or struggles and meet new friends with a common interest. Ideally, we would get together once or twice a month for paleo potlucks, or at a paleo-friendly restaurant. As we gain more members, we will offer nutrition workshops and/or one-on-one consulting. We encourage you to RSPV to meet ups, and to use the discussion board. We want this group to be act …

West Michigan Technology Association (WMTA) is an organization of professionals working in the telecommunications (voice, data and video) arena. Monthly meetings include presentations on current issues and future trends in our industry. The presentations cover a wide range of topics, from legislative and regulatory changes, to demonstrations of the latest in voice, data and video communications. There are opportunities to share technical knowledge and experiences; assist others with telecommunic …

Who Are We? CFS Solutions of West Michigan began some 20-odd years ago as the West Michigan CFIDS Association, serving the Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS) patient population with monthly support group meetings and advocacy activities. Though the name has changed, the group remains an upbeat education, support, and advocacy group dedicated to improving the quality of life, well-being, and caliber of care for people with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, otherwise known as Chronic Fat …

The mission of this group is simple:  To organize exercise meetups in a supportive group atmosphere at free locations so that cost is no longer an obstacle in getting plugged into a fitness group that will get you moving!  Help us to create a fun and encouraging atmosphere as we organize meetups of all varieties.  Hiking, walking, running, cycling, Zumba, boot camp style, kids fitness, etc.

Hello! My name is Shelbe and I am a Natural Health Therapist and monthly share on a specific natural health topic.  If you are interested in living and healing more naturally, I hope you join us! ** Please know this is a free class and no products or services will be sold. This is strictly an information session.

Recovery International (RI) is a peer-led self-help group that teaches techniques to help us change thoughts and behaviors that cause psychological distress. Whether you or someone you know is looking to overcome a specific fear or phobia, are sleepless because of stress or are dealing with depression, anger, obsessive thoughts or compulsions, RI can help. We provide reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live happier, healthier l …

"The truth is that humanity is on the precipice of a new era of peace, sustainability, health, and prosperity -- that is, if enough of us dare to declare it and shed the beliefs and behaviors that have governed us for the millennia." ~ Stephen Dinan, founder of The Shift Network The current worldwide Paradigm of separation and competition has outgrown its usefulness. A new world paradigm of cooperation, self-organization, and interconnectedness is being born. Do you feel an urge from within to e …

We coordinate wild mushroom hunts for our members in the Grand Rapids area. Grand Rapids area means maximum one hour travel time from the heart of the city. Occasionally we'll organize longer trips, far away from Grand Rapids, when conditions in the area are not good or conditions in other areas are great. Hunts will generally be scheduled no more than 5 days in advance and will be determined based on rainfall amounts and other weather factors. Meetup.com charges $144 each year for this group. T …

Introduction Founded by Atomic Object in the fall of 2003, SoftwareGR is a 501c6 non-profit trade association dedicated to improving the competitiveness of Michigan’s software development community. We are interested in all aspects of software, from design and development, to testing and user experience. Facts We meet regularly on the 4th Tuesday of each month, excepting December and summer months. Membership and attendance at meetings is free. We typically have between 30 and 60 people at our …

Meetings Open to the Public! Formed in January of 2012 to provide education on the health enriching benefits of traditional diets, to increase access to clean, nutrient dense foods, and to teach traditional preparation and storage methods.  Nourishing the Lakeshore of West Michigan is a chapter of the Weston A Price Foundation serving Ottawa, Muskegon, and Oceana counties. Our main purpose is to act as a resource for local, clean, nutrient dense food. We also provide informational meetings on he …

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) is the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking. Through its many programs, events, magazines, publications and online training division, Tooling U, SME connects manufacturing practitioners to each other, to the latest technologies and to the most up-to-date manufacturing processes. SME has members around the world and is supported by a network of chapters and technical communities. A 501(c)3 organization, SME is a leader i …