The Greater Middle East (The Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia) regions are a great crossroads of cultural exchange and the center of political polarization. We are divided rather than united over the region, politically speaking. The main purpose of this group is to understand the people and ways of The Greater Middle East and its influence in the world. Each member is expected to contribute his/her knowledge and experiences; or be open-minded to learning what the group has to off …

All Korean speakers interested in learning English and all English speakers interested in learning Korean are invited to join this group. 1. If you know or want to know more about Hangul, K-Pop, K-Drama, and manhwa, etc. this group is for you. 2. If you know or want to know more about the alphabet, pop music, soap operas, and comic books, etc. this group is for you.

Esse grupo e para brasileiros que moram ou estao temporariamente em Ann Arbor e arredores. Se voce e brasileiro e quer encontrar outros brasileiros para fazer amizade e participar de varias atividades incluindo jantares, churrasco de fim de semana e passeios, voce esta no lugar certo! Seria um prazer ter voce no nosso grupo! Esse grupo e para casados, solteiros, desquitados, enrolados, com filhos, netos, e tudo que tem direito. Para entrar no grupo basta clicar no "Join Us" localizado no can …

This is a group for people interested in India, its culture, food etc.. There will be a wide variety of events such as picnics, games nights, sport events, restaurants, movies, bowling, etc. This is a great way to meet people with similar interests / backgrounds and for those of us with kids to expose them to Indian culture and heritage.

This group is for musicians, songwriters, lyricists, bands, vocalists, DJs, sound engineers, music producers, music teachers, music students, music industry people, fans and friends. This group is for music pros, amateurs, beginners, and anyone who wants to hang out and meet some talented people in Ann Arbor. The purpose of this group is to gather people together with the same interests (The Music Industry) for socializing, networking and collaborating. We will have: 1. Regular meetings - so pe …

Let's Get Out (for singles) will focus on activities held in the Dearborn, Detroit and Downriver area.   Occasionally we may venture beyond these boundaries. Past events have included a variety of activities from walking/hiking, biking, kayaking, ice skating, summer outdoor music, DIA music, dining, museums, theater, hockey games. We are not a dating site, rather we provide an avenue for men and women to meet doing casual, fun activities. Legalities: Keep in mind that you will be participating i …

(Mostly) Acoustic jam! Singers, guitar players (acoustic and electric), bass, mandolin, uke,  banjo, percussion, keys-- whatever ya wanna bring!  And if you want to spectate, that's fine too. What kind of music?  Anything that works.  Folk, rock, country, your own compositions. BYOB, a music stand and copies of sheet music.

Welcome to the prayer and meditation circle of Michigan. This meetup provides a warm and welcoming setting to anyone who wishes to get inner transformation through devotional meditative practices like prayer, silent meditation, chant and music. We will try to meet at least once a month to share and practice meditative exercises that lead us from darkness to light, to inner knowledge and awakening through the ancient art of yoga (not exercise yoga, but union of the individual spirit and the cos …

Ann Arbor's nightlife thrives in its richly artistic and musical culture. Meet others who are interested in getting together to explore the local Night Life in Ann Arbor and surrounding areas. While Meetups at some of the local night clubs, dance spots, lounges, bars, and happy hours will be the focal point of the group's interest, there will also be Meetups that involve movies, concert series, dining out, bowling, etc. Dancing, having drinks with friends and just a change of scene from everyd …

Finally, a meetup for jazz musicians and jazz enthusiasts in Detroit and surrounding areas! Some other forms of music may be represented here also (classical, some blues, and some latin-based music) but this group is designed mainly for jazzers. Certain charities and/or charitable events may be represented here also, if they collaborate with some jazz group or groups.

Glass City Young Professionals is a social group of young professionals and grad students (ages 20s-30s) residing in the NW Ohio area. Our events give each member an opportunity to meet others within their community.  The events tend to be very diverse (wine/beer tastings, art galleries/museums, fairs/festivals, dinner out, dance lessons, rock climbing, live music, game nights, picnics, hikes, canoeing/kayaking, salsa dancing, etc.). Members have the opportunity to attend any and all events that …

A2 LEAP = Authentically Awesome (A2), Leaders, Entrepreneurs, Achievers, and Professionals (LEAP)! We at A2 LEAP believe in a the power of igniting the fervor in entrepreneurs and leaders today and cultivating leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. Our passion is to help others learn, network, connect, and be inspired. We are a revolutionary way of learning, networking and invigorating your mind! What's our message? Success to A2 LEAP is a 6 spectrum holistic approach and our mission is to be a …

If you're between the ages of 21 and 41 and like to go out, meet new people and enjoy all the many things to do in the greater Ann Arbor area, you should check out the A2 Electric Underground. This is a social meetup more than an activity-centric one, which means that the focus is on meeting people and getting to know them more than it is about the specific activity of a particular event. In other words, every meetup is intended to be a meet and greet! Even if you don't like a particular event, …

Hey everyone! This is a group to organize social events for people who are in their 20s and living in Ann Arbor - whether you are in college, just graduated, or have been in Ann Arbor for a while, this is the group for you!

GOT-MICHIGAN was created to build a group of great people who want to Get-Out-There and enjoy things to do in and nearby Michigan with new and old friends! While many members are in their 20’s or 30’s, we welcome friendly, fun loving adults of all ages. If you have ideas for events we want to hear from you. Members are encouraged to suggest Meetups for the group. You can do this on the home page or by contacting the organizer. I can make anyone an "Event Organizer" so you have the tools to run y …

Everyone could use a night of karaoke, whether you are out there singing or meeting up to support other karaoke singers. Let's explore all of the karaoke locations in the metro Detroit area and for one night feel like a rockstar or you can come on out for a night of entertainment and show support to other singers. You don't have to be great at singing, enjoying music and having fun is what it's all about.

Hey DETROIT! social events in and around the city to take advantage of all the cool things in SE Michigan the DIA is a frequent destination Meetup makes it easy to email member of the group who may have caught your eye during one of our events Geographically we will focus our event near the Detroit area and points west Any questions or suggestions? email us. We want to hear from you

Do you enjoy sports, movies, dance, socializing, music, dining out, meeting new people and of course, having fun? Then please join us and bring your friends! We are a group of mostly singles who enjoy making new friends and trying new things.

This group will meet regularly on the fourth Friday of each month and randomly on other days throughout the month for fun and friendly group discussions of everyday issues. Each meeting will be structured around a question that a group member proposes, and one or two people will volunteer to gather and send around a few readings before each meeting to use as a starting point for discussion. Past topics include: What is the proper role of religion in society?, What is the secret to happiness?, an …

From toddlers to middle-schoolers, this weekly event is designed to give young people a chance to explore and discover all the different types of musical instruments in a relaxed, friendly environment. Strum, Drum and Hum takes place every Saturday at 3 p.m. at Oz's Music Environment, 1922 Packard Ann Arbor, MI. A kids' open stage follows at 4 p.m. where young musicians get a chance to perform for a small group of people and get to know what it's like to be on-stage. No appointment necessary. $1 …

Hosted by Jim Novak. Songwriters with original acoustic music are welcome. Videotaped portions of this event may appear on Ann Arbor's Cable Television Network. This open mic takes place the first Tuesday of every month at 7:30pm and runs til 8:30. For additional information, call Oz's Music at 734-662-8283.

Grown Folks having FUN!! "50 Sumpthin" is for the Beauthiful "50 and over" Brothas and Sistas in the Ann Arbor MI area who like to socialize AND/OR play cards with like-minded Grown Folks. In Search of Uptown, Downtown, No-Trump, Boston playing Bid Whist and Spade Players!! All skill levels and "Trash Talkers" welcomed. We're Grown Folks looking to Meet, Eat, Drink and Be Merry whether at Brunch, a monthly Card Party or Happy Hour. Other events include dining out, walking/fitness, music and spor …

"As Black women, maintaining a strong support system with other women helps us to maintain a sense of self. When the pressures of school, work, and being superwoman weigh too heavy on us, we know that we can always call our girls. A day at the salon or a two hour phone conversation seems to be the remedy to almost any dilemma." This is a group for mature African American Ladies looking for true friendship and who wants to bond with other women in our local area. Any Lady living in the A2, Ypsi a …

'Inside Out: A Michigan Modern Music Meetup Group' is a bi-monthly discussion AND listening group hosted by Curtis A. Glatter which will feature innovative music compositions and scores from various parts of the world. In this discussion AND listening series, members will be researching and discussing the techniques, forms and melodies used in the past 50 years by modern composers. Enthusiastic listeners, composers and improvisers are invited to share their favorite modern works in person at eac …

I desire to build a network of fun-loving fit mommas! I'm a soon to be new mom and looking to connect to build friendships with like minded individuals who desire a healthy active lifestyle. As a nutrition coach, I offer wellness lessons and free fitness classes (for all skill levels, all ages, all seasons and trimesters). I'm seriously looking forward to the adventure ahead, learning from one another, and staying healthy & fit together.

Anton Chekhov, Mary Zimmerman, William Shakespeare, Edward Albee, Eugène Ionesco, Lynn Nottage--sound familiar? These playwrights have produced some of the finest plays ever written. If you enjoy high quality play performances, then this is the group for you! We can meet for dinner and a show or just see a great play. I started this group because there are great plays being produced at the University of Toledo and in the regional area, and people who are into theatre need to know about it! Think …

The purpose of this group is to bring young women ages 20-35 together to form meaningful friendships and to discuss current issues of institutional sexism. I am new to Ann Arbor, and I am looking for a group of female friends with which to engage in conversation, share stories, and just have fun. As a woman who has always been affected by insecurity and lack of empowerment, I think it is important to push back against a culture that often values sexuality in a woman over intelligence. One of the …

This group is for anyone who likes, loves or is addicted to all things Disney - whether it's Disney TV shows, movies, music, merchandise and/or Disney Theme parks! If you love Disney, and love talking about it, join our group! ºOº