OpenStack is changing the face of infrastructure and cloud computing. With over 140 member companies, including Rackspace, Citrix, Red Hat, Dell, HP and IBM, OpenStack has incredible momentum. As an open source project with an open governance model OpenStack is poised to become the Linux of the infrastructure world. This meetup is for conversations and sessions about cloud infrastructure with a focus on OpenStack. Storage, Compute and Network are all fair game. No vShpere. Visit http://www. open …

Love in the T-Dot! Are you a happy, healthy, financially secure active single living in Toronto and the GTA? Are you tired of attending dating events that lead to nowhere but an empty wallet at the end of the night? We seek to bring together fun, like-minded singles to explore all the great things our city has to offer.  Our fun, exciting, and perhaps, risqué events encourage you to interact with others on a deeper level (no bells, whistles or time limits here!). Come join us in a new adventu …

INTERNATIONAL FRIENDS If you enjoy travel, friendship, activities, music, parties, art, networking, socializing, sharing, learning, language, culture, inspiration, personal/professional development, and/or some fun, and you like them for free, this is the group for you!! The goals of this Meetup group are three-fold: (1) To promote cross-cultural dialogue and cultural/language exchange through a variety of free local activities and events, as well as international trips. (Participation in these …

Learn valuable information before you make one of the most important decisions you'll ever make when buying a home. Information on mortgage financing options Fine out how to get mortgage approved Learn features of various products Setting up your "Power Team" How to choose the right mortgage And many more...

At this meetup WeBuild things. Small projects designed to be practical and function. For the purpose of being creative, learning knew skills, self improvement. More challenging than the other meetups. What kind of things projects of interest a power supply, light sources, electronics, building your own night light is creative project. Fitness equipment, a rower, pull up bars. Building the items is the reward. What a meeting would be meet in private, semi private place ideal group size around 10 …

Hello fellow west-enders! I recently moved to the area with my husband and am loving this new neighborhood immensely. I used to belong to several bookclub in the past and have really enjoyed thoughtful discussion and ideas exchanged amongst a group of like-minded and not so like-minded individuals! With the onset of better weather to come, I would like to start hosting a variety of bookclub, art, outdoors, and community-centric events again. I have a lovely garden space and deck to host members …

An alternative to dating services, we provide an avenue for busy singles to meet while enjoying amazing events and adventures. Our events are countless and cover a vast range of interests, hobbies and desires for anyone looking to get out there and meet new people. A few really important things to keep in mind: 1. All the events require payment in advance. Simply RSVP'ing on this site does not secure your spot at this event. Payment can be made by calling 1-800-239-0542 or through http:// …

The purpose of this group is for traders to share their ideas with the rest of the group thereby enriching every member. By " Trading Idea ", we mean a trade which you think is a high probability trade and you should have some rationale to back up your idea. The idea could be with regards to any tradeable security like stocks, bonds, forex, etc.. or even derivatives. Those who wish to share their ideas with the meetup group will get 15 minutes to explain the idea followed by a question answer ro …

You want to have fun, so do it with dedicated people, in an environment that everyone can enjoy with local, international and new friends. We may be single or other, that creates the need to have a respectful travel event that gives us the "time out" world of our lives. As, a mid aged cruiser with 30 cruises accoss the world I want to start a new step in my life to have great people around us, to enjoy life and have the secure ideal of what MeetUps is all about. I hope to keep the Cruise design …

The GAY AND HAPPY Group is ideal for anyone that wants to learn how to build a stronger sense of purpose, meaning, happiness & connectedness ~ to yourself and others. The group offers you the opportunity to re-invent yourself and your circumstances so that you can get more joy out of life, meet new friends, discuss various life issues, relationships, the law of attraction, how to project yourself, etc. Your participation is up to you so there’s no need to feel exposed if it is difficult for you …

Both beginners and those with experience are welcome.   We ask that all members be familiar with basic golf etiquette and rules before attending an event (no talking when a golfer is addressing the ball; cellphone ringers silent on course; no carts on tee box or the greens, etc.)  Following the basic etiquette and rules makes the experience more enjoyable for all. Those requesting membership and current members must post a primary picture showing a clear head shot (no distant pictures, avatars,  …

Communication Platform for the board and executive members of Biochar Ontario. OUR VISION: Biochar Ontario aspires to be the lead promoter and facilitator for all aspects of research, application, and dissemination of information relating to biochar. OUR MISSION: The mission of Biochar Ontario is to promote biochar as a vehicle to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve soil fertility, and enhance food security by advocating research, development and commercialization of biochar.

This group is all about fun. Only relaxed and fun loving people are welcome. Do you like biking, hiking, camping and dining? Here is a great opportunity for you. If you like nature and the outdoors, you are among friends. Our club members enjoy the outdoors and being involved first hand with outdoor activities. Whether it’s biking, hiking in the woods on a weekend outing, paddling our favorite stream, or traveling to find breath taking scenery and adventure, we love taking every opportunity to e …

The Toronto Men's Group is a discussion; support and social group for gay guys in Toronto since 2006. We've already had more than 580 evenings together (600+ if you count in the socials!) The Group is on the Meetup site since 2010. Several guys attend meetings on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. The group offers men an opportunity to meet new friends, discuss life issues and interactions with others, learn about ourselves and others, relationships, challenges that we face such as discrimination; sexua …

This group offers dog owners and their small friendly dogs the opportunity to socialize in a safe / secure setting while learning good doggie manners & appropriate play. Lil Doggers invites small dogs, up to 25 lbs.

This group is for people who are interested in Bitcoin, the open source, peer-to-peer payment network and currency that's taking the world by storm. Come to: Learn what makes Bitcoin different from banks, government currencies and precious metals Learn and teach how to use Bitcoin to increase your financial privacy and security Discuss politics and economics as they relate to Bitcoin Barter, trade, and network for a more resilient local economy Buy and sell Bitcoins For more information about …

The Toronto Photography Workshops and Trips was created by Peter Gatt (an award winning Photographer) to help photographers improve their skills and build their portfolios. Peter Gatt C.P.C. (Certified Photographic Consultant) has an extensive background in photography that goes back for over two decades. From trekking through Ontario's north, to personalities such as Mike Bullard, Andy Donato, and John Tory. Peter's photographic experience is as diverse as his subject matter. Peter also instruc …

WHAT IS BIOCHAR? Biochar promises green energy, soil restoration and greenhouse mitigation from an affordable technology that can remove more CO2 from the atmosphere than is released.....HOW? http://www.meetup.com/biocharontario/about/ OUR VISION: Biochar Ontario aspires to be the lead promoter and facilitator for all aspects of research, application, and dissemination of information relating to biochar. OUR MISSION: The mission of Biochar Ontario is to promote biochar as a vehicle to re …

BNI is a business and professional networking organization whose primary purpose is to exchange qualified business referrals.  The Marketeers chapter has been in existence for over 10 years and passes over 2000 qualified referrals each year between its 26 members.  In the next 8 months the Marketeers have set a target of reaching 50 members & increasing the referral rate to 4000 per year. What makes BNI unique is that it allows only one person per profession or business to join a chapter.  Thus …