This is a group for makers, artists, programmers, tinkerers, boffins, crafters, educators, and anyone who likes the kinds of projects and articles in "Make Magazine." It is a group for people who think “How can I make that?” instead of “where can I buy that.” Its a group for those who want to share their talents, knowledge, skills, and ideas with each other and with the world. My name is Ben Harris and I'm a maker. I own my own small business (cottage industry) here in Burlington NC making scien …

Pranic Healing is a form of energy medicine that balances, nourishes and heals your body's energy or life-force. If you live and breathe, you can benefit from our cutting edge Pranic Healing courses. Anybody can become an energy healer, so sign up today! We offer 3 Levels of Pranic healing coursework. Continuing education is offered for Nurses, LMTs, Social Workers and Acupuncture Physicians. We also offer meditation groups. Classes and events are organized and taught by Senior Certified Instr …

Lifetree Cafe is an hour of stories and open, respectful conversation to feed the soul each week. It is for anyone interested and willing to discuss politics, religion, education, or whatever topic comes up in honest dialog and learn from each other's perspectives.

In our rapidly changing world, many would agree that mathematics needs to make an 180-degree turn from its current state of disconnected, formal deduction and rote memorization of problem-solving procedures. But what would a visually-engaging, technologically-savvy math class look like? One proposed solution is the Common Core, an effort currently being adopted by many states that focuses on persistence in problem-solving (which is great), mathematical precision, and logical reasoning (which ar …

This meetup site shares meeting activities and documents for the IEEE Charlotte, NC section. Group membership is extended to all IEEE members who work, attend school, or reside in the Charlotte MSA. IEEE membership requirements may be found at: http://www.ieee.org/membership_services/membership/qualifications.html Guest attendance of potential members is encouraged, though specific requirements vary by meeting (some social events are member only; some events are 21+; some are public).

Social group for Active Men over 55. See also our website www.retiredmensclubs.org Activities and Social Gatherings for Active Men in the Lake Norman NC Area.

For all who would like to learn and teach electrical engineering. Maybe make some robots/computers/radio equipment once group is established. Looking for professionals and active students to teach, and interested folks to learn. Would love students from A & T!

A Monthly TED get together with simple rules: 1) We watch, together, a 15-20 minute TED video. (or 2 shorter videos) 2) We discuss the video, with the following rules: You have 1 minute to speak about your take on the video- Replies & Responses must be under 45 seconds. This is to keep 1-2 people from monopolizing the conversation. 3) Anyone making personal attacks will be dis-invited from future TED Watchers meet-ups. 4) Snacks to share are welcome.

Love learning about the latest trends in science and technology? Do you enjoy open discussion over a cup of coffee or glass of wine? If so, come join us at Science Cafe! We’re a family that believes passionately that science embodies the power of ideas. On the second Tuesday of every month, we bring in some of the world’s best experts to discuss these issues in an engaging, interactive forum. It’s free and whether you’re a tech expert or just a curious soul, you’re sure to learn something new an …

"Turning space science-fiction into space science-fact." http://charlottespaceexploration.org/ Our purpose: Our goal is to educate civilians, doctors, soldiers, teachers, students, lawyers, business entrepreneurs, engineers, physicists, electricians, parents, children, and all walks of life on the reality of the upcoming private space exploration age. We are simply providing a forum of discussion (in person) for all who are interested in the cosmos and its future and current business opportuni …

The organization is founded on the principals of empowerment steeped in, innovation, community building, education and opportunity. The goal of the organization is to bring the Veteran population together for community support, entrepreneurship growth, and camaraderie. The founding organizations of this Meet-Up are The Michael Scott Mater Foundation and Nicholas Riggins Enterprises both Veteran Owned Businesses. The Michael Scott Mater Foundation was founded in 2008 by veterans who believe the k …

"Homo Rationalis" and Humanianity Study Group Study, learn, practice, change, grow, model, advocate Let us work together to bring about a far, far better life for all of us, all over this planet, acquired through increased ability to cooperate, achieved by in-depth understanding and agreement by everyone regarding certain fundamental ideas. This study group is to understand the material in these 3 books. Book1: FOR EVERYONE: RATIONAL-ETHICAL LIVING AND THE EMERGENCE OF "HOMO RATIONALIS": THE MOS …

All Great Cities have a Lifelong Learning or Community Education program and Carolina Learning Connection is Charlotte's. Our Mission: Create access to affordable and convenient lifelong learning classes or workshops that offer personal and professional enrichment where adults can grow, learn and connect with like-minded people. Please visit our website: Carolina Learning Connection for more information about us.

Charlotte New Tech welcomes members from all industry and backgrounds. The only pre-req is that you LOVE new tech! Also, you don't need to know everything about tech, but you will need to be knowledgeable enough to give input with group "white-board/brainstorming" sessions. Meet with people to discuss the latest in technology in all fields and areas of our lives. We will talking about things like..... * The latest in cool tech. * Awesome websites. * Advanced tech concepts and ideas. * New startu …