The goal of Pyladies is to encourage women to develop and strengthen their skills in the Python programming language. All women regardless of skilll level and proficiency in programming are welcome. We aim to help women gain confidence in their technical abilities, and to provide an environment which fosters learning through mentorship and guidance by other women.

Toronto Code Retreat is a Meetup group focused on learning and sharing software craftsmanship and testing practices with your peers. Meetups will be held in the style of a Code Retreat, which involves pair programming live with other group members using different programming languages.  Sessions will focus on attempts to solve Conway's Game of Life. Locations will alternate between Toronto and Mississauga. We intend to hold the sessions the 2nd Thursday of each month. We'll open the meetup and h …

The Evaluation Cafe is an informal networking and knowledge sharing event for professionals working in the field of Program Evaluation. It's a chance to meet new people, share ideas and build a sense of community among evaluators in the Toronto area. Anyone who is engaged in the  field of program evaluation is welcome to attend.

The iOSTO meetup is the first of its kind in Toronto – where people who are interested in iOS development gather together to SHARE, LEARN, CHANGE, and ACT.  If you’re an iOS developer, game designer, marketeer, investor, UX/GUI Designer or active in the iOS community, we want to MEETUP and CONNECT with you. This will be an informal and casual event and will be held downtown. This meetup is an opportunity to share iOS projects, ideas, business insight, prototypes and development experiences.  D …

Coworking Rochester was founded to provide a collaborative, casual workspace for freelancers, business travelers and other professionals - as well as to offer a venue for groups and individuals to collaborate. This Meetup group is focused on user groups and other events at our space.  We host groups that range from web developers sharing knowledge about various programming languages, to authors and book groups, and even host table/board/role-playing gamers.  Events are typically held weekday eve …

This programming group meets to work in .NET, on the spot, in real time, on our laptops. Of course we can be social too while collaborating on ideas and work.  The intention of this group is to promote an environment where .NET work gets done during the session, where ideas are fostered, where experiences rub off and where we can show off our .NET work. This document describes what to expect from a session: http://bit.ly/10cr3Fh Currently meeting the fourth Wednesday evening of each month. Join …

WNY Ruby User Group Ruby programming meetup in Buffalo, NY. We just started on meetup.com, but have been meeting for a year. Come join us, or sign up to RSVP if you're a regular member! #NYRUBY irc Join us on Freenode irc server in channel #nyruby

A get-together once a week to sit down, have coffee, and code. It's a time to feel free and ask questions to each other, talk projects, and help each other be awesome coders with whatever endeavour they're pursuing whether it's learning a new programming language or building an app. Feel free to come and work, help, or just have a chat about what you love.

Welcome! I'm fairly new to Toronto (I'm right downtown), and I'm looking forward to meeting some girl friends! I started this group because it's been so difficult to find girls with the same interests as me. This group is for fellow girls/women of any age with geeky interests, whether it be comic books, video games, Dungeons & Dragons, even computer programming! Even if you don't necessarily immerse yourself completely in the culture, or prefer not to use that label, if you're interested in any …

JavaScript Manifest Destiny: Whatever program can be written in JavaScript eventually WILL be written in JavaScript. - Isaac Schlueter Javascript is kicking ass and taking names right now. It is THE language that enables you to be a full-stack engineer and lets you to write once run anywhere. Let us show you the world of js and remind you that not everything in Buffalo misses wide right.

Meet other local people intersted Neuro Linguistic Programming, a tool for self-improvement and interpersonal communications.

"Why is it taking me so long to get what I want?" In the book "Ask and It Is Given" by Esther and Jerry Hicks we learn that ... - It is not because you do not want it enough. - It is not because you are not intelligent enough. - It is not because you are not worthy enough. - It is not because fate is against you. - It is not because someone else has already won your prize. Could it be that we are focusing on the wrong things, asking the wrong questions? We decided to start this group with the ho …

Welcome to a great fitness program that feels like a Boot Camp and get results. We are inviting all individuals  from beginner to athletes to join in our Morning Boot Camps. This is where if you want to change how you feel and look , that goal can be met. It's 8-12 weeks that your body will thank you for! Its becomes a lifestyle and we give you the tools to get there without the gym.. We offer the popular TRX/Rips 60 (Biggest Loser Julian Micheal's and Jeremy Strom) Fitness program. Plus P90X+P, …

Are you a new mom who wants to meet other moms in your neighbourhood? Are you looking for ways to stay connected and take part in mom & baby programs in North Toronto? Mommy Connections is for you! Our North Toronto Program is a post-natal social network for new moms! Our events and programs feature expert presenters who will enlighten, support and educate moms – as well as provide them a fun opportunity to socialize with their babies. Topics include fitness, nutrition, safety, infant communicat …

At the Living Institute we explore our self, the world around us, and all our relationships to help facilitate a more full & healthy experience of living for all people. Together we draw on new & old traditions of psychotherapy, eastern and western mystical traditions, existential and mythological themes in individual, cultural and cosmological evolution. What makes the Living Institute exceptional is the depth and breadth of our faculty and practitioners who are leaders and innovators in their …

Members of Rochester AM Rotary and are unique within the Rochester area. We are smaller than most clubs, we are younger than most clubs and clearly we like waking up early – at least one day a week.  Rochester AM Rotary was founded in 1988 to provide an alternative time to meet for active professionals with busy schedules. We meet at 7am each Friday morning (holidays excepted) at the Golden Fox Restaurant on 1115 Culver Road in Rochester and are off to start our days by 8am. In addition to suppo …

For Clojurists and anyone interested in learning more about Clojure. Ideas are welcome!

Our group meets at Fleet Feet Sports (2290 Delaware Ave. in North Buffalo) on Wednesdays at 6PM. Run in the fall/winter as a Snowy Buffalo.  Run in the spring/summer as a Blazing Buffalo.  We know it can sometimes be tough to get yourself motivated to get out on the roads. So Fleet Feet Sports is making it easy to get out with a large group of runners and have some fun too. Check out the training tab on our website (www.fleetfeetbuffalo.com) for all the details. Join our Wednesday night group ru …

The Sound Reiki Institute, founded by Catherine Varga and Heather Hannan, Ascension Grand Masters, is committed to the education and sharing of innovative teachings from sound healers who are linking the world of healing arts and sciences. All of the Sound Reiki Institute programs, workshops, events and seminars are intended to inspire, educate and manifest a shift in consciousness for each person. Our programs offer something for everyone, whether you are a Reiki Master or just starting to expl …

Welcome to the Yummy Mummies! This mommy & Baby group is for new and expecting moms and is linked with http://www.Lifewithababy.com Life With a Baby is a project of Healthy Start, Healthy Future, a not-for-profit organization whose goal is to provide ongoing practical and emotional peer-based support for new and expecting parents, and parents of children up to the age of six. We're a group of friendly, young moms, who like to get together and socialize. If you find you're at home looking to make …

Meetup to do Randori-style coding dojos weekly. Initial sessions will be simple problems developing in Clojure. Format will be: 5 minute introduction to coding dojo 100 minutes of implementing the problem 15 minute retrospective + plan for next session. http://codingdojo.org/cgi-bin/wiki.pl?RandoriKata Getting Started with Clojure: http://clojure-doc.org/

Why have a Toronto-GTA Paleo Enthusiasts group? The high carb, low-fat fad has led us into the greatest period of dietary epidemics ever! Civilization is the sickest it has ever been. The medical establishment brought us achievements dealing with infections and drugs, but today it is obviously enraptured with the 'symptoms' of this malnutrition, not prevention since we are sicker then ever. The high carb grain-based food pyramid, and highly processed foods lining the grocery ailes has made us si …

NEAT (Newcomers Explore and Appreciate Toronto) is a Walking group organized by volunteers of the Mentorship Programs at  CultureLink Settlement Services. New Torontonians are curious about their city and walking is the most healthy and inexpensive way to explore new places. But where to go and how they can learn more about the culture and history while enjoying the walking? Many of the newcomers found “Toronto Doors Open” an intriguing event, but it only happens once a year. On the other hand, …

Project417 is a registered charity in Canada with programs in the Toronto area, across Canada, and the US. We engage volunteers and guide them in meaningful programs which meet the homeless where they live - out on the street, in shelters or drop-ins, and food banks. One of our Homeless Street Outreach programs is called the Sandwich Run, which we have been facilitating for over 15 years. A sandwich run involves volunteers delivering nutritious bag lunches to homeless street people by walking …

What we get together for: • Contact improv dance training including lifts you may have seen on So You Think You Can Dance • Facilitated communication and connection • Open contact improv dancing This event is for you: • Whatever your skill level in contact improv dance, including beginners • If you're interested in athletic, kinesthetic, and sometimes intimate dance form • If you're interested in openly transparent communication and conscious relating Wear clothes suitable for yoga or …

The Toronto Men's Issues Meetup is a discussion and event-oriented group hosted by the Canadian Association for Equality, which provides public programs, campus outreach, multimedia, research and public policy engagement related to Men's Issues Awareness. You can learn more at www.equalitycanada.com. Contact info is available at http://equalitycanada.com/contact/ Canadian Association for Equality Mandate The Canadian Association for Equality is committed to achieving equality for all Canadians, …

This is a group for all of you who have decided to create a compelling future for yourself by utilizing the non-conscious mind. Hypnosis and NLP are powerful tools when directed towards who you are supposed to be, what you could be doing and the things you can allow yourself to have. We can all look forward to brand new, inner-space experiences... and have a great time doing it!

LITG Co-Ed Sports was formed to create a fun environment for adults 18 years of age and older to enjoy an active, social night out through sport. Our mission is to provide a fun, safe environment for all adults to get some exercise, socialize, and meet new people. LITG began this 5 years ago, by starting a non contact Co-Ed lacrosse league, and that same concept and philosophy of fun is now being brought to other sports with the same hopes and expectations. LITG will be offering Co-Ed sports pro …