Do you enjoy dancing to live music? Do you enjoy a lot of swinging in your dancing? Do you like going to dances that build a sense of community among its participants? Then you'll want to come to a contra dance! Contra dance has its origins in English Country Dancing, with influences from Irish and French styles, too. Contra is a couples dance as well as a social dance: you choose a partner for each dance, then dance a sequence of moves that takes you up and down a long dance line, dancing with …

We play music for fun. No stress. No need to come every week to practice. Come when you can. We take turns playing and hanging out having fun. Beginners to Experts. All welcome. Play songs, learn songs. Guitarists, Drummers, Bassists, Keyboardists, Singers, All instruments welcome. Like any band, we'll try to concentrate on certain songs that we can all learn and play together, but we'll also sometimes just try to wing it on whatever song someone starts playing. Whoever hosts a jam session, can …

We are musicians, comedians, poets, magicians, jugglers, actors, dancers etc...people who enjoy performing or watching performances from local artists and amateur talent. We are dedicated to promoting and encouraging local Austin performers. We plan Open Mic Nights for amateurs and look for late night music acts to perform in North Austin.

This is a group for anyone interested in Salsa Lessons and Dancing at Campo Azul Bar and Grill in Round Rock. Lessons are from 6pm to 8pm ($5) with instructor Raul Ramirez. If you dont need the class you can join us for dancing after 8pm until close. no Cover and no need to worry about parking or traffic. Looking forward to learning more about Salsa Dancing with everyone!

The Lone Star Flute Circle is the answer to anyone living in the Central Texas area who plays, or would like to learn how to play, the Native American style flute, or has a love or respect for American Indian music, culture, and art. "Flute Circles" exist throughout the United States (and abroad) and provide a social atmosphere for people interested in Native American & World flutes--but not restricted to flutes... drums, guitars (even iPhone apps) are welcome! We love anything that lets your so …

This is a group for adults 18 years and older who have survived brain injury.  We enjoy family-friendly outdoor and physical activities such as kayaking, hiking, camping, playing music, socializing, and meeting others with similar interests. Maybe you haven't tried any of these activities, but want to learn.  We will welcome you!  We believe in fun opportunities that feed the senses to promote the health and wellbeing of our psychosocial, emotional, physical, educational, intellectual, recreatio …

A Cappella Texas is Austin's premier men's chorus. We have a passion for singing four-part harmonies, with an eye for fun and excellent quality.  Visit our website at www.acappellatexas.org for up-to-date information about the chorus and our performance schedule. Our members range from teenagers to retirees, with doctors, teachers, engineers, students, managers, all getting together to create incredible music. We currently meet every Tuesday evening at Concordia University at 11400 Concordia Uni …

Namaste This group is for those who would like to Start reading, speaking, understanding and writing Hindi. The sessions here would follow a communicative approach to learning Hindi and each session with different methods helps to gradually and consistently develop Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening skills in the Hindi. We are here to help you learn Hindi language in a fun-filled way. Learning a second or third language is a very powerful tool in an ever shrinking world. So sign up for …

I would like to have musicales or get togethers each month where pianists perform for each other in homes. I would like to form a group of professional piano teachers and piano amateurs. Would you practice more regularly if you were planning to perform? Would you like to play in a duet? Would you like to visit with other pianists? Would you like to just listen and enjoy performances?

If you're into an eclectic array of live theatrical performance, let's meet up to take advantage of Austin's booming theatre scene! There are big theatres like Zach Scott and smaller theatres like The Off Center, Salvage Vanguard, Hyde Park Theater, the Vortex and more! And then there are all the small theatre companies that perform in spaces all over town! The possibilities are endless! It would be great to gather a wide variety of theatre lovers...youngsters to seniors, gays to straights, sing …

If you love to socialize, make new friends, like to relax and have a good time then this is the group for you. This group is open to everyone both men, women, couples, singles and families. Our plan is to create a positive, friendly and fun group, so grab a chair and be prepared to have a good time! Join us and experience all the best - great food, family friendly events, happy hours, sporting events, walks/hikes, and music events and much more. Every month we will offer as many great events as …

Hi. We are relaunching this group over the next couple weeks. This is your group. If there is an event or place you want to go to just post it and we will do it. Soon we will be getting some sponsors to help give you guys some free swag & help pay for some of these events. We also joined the facebooks;  https://www.facebook.com/newtoaustinmeetup We only have two rules. 1. Don’t be a Dick! • This is simple and most of you know what this means. If you say or do anything that would make anyone fee …

Hello Everyone, This is a group for those of us that are over the 40 age mark--We "Believe" we know what we want (Not figured out as much as we wish to believe) Enjoy culture and wine, which would also include watching a football game or two--I am setting up the group to be free of charge (One less group you need to pay for!) Happy Hour at the Driskill or maybe Uchi's, or how about a walk around Lady Bird Lake, The Opera in April, or a Cowboy Dinner in January,Educational Series is always somewh …

This Meetup Group is for People who Love their dogs and want to socialize with other people who also love dogs. Austin Dog People want to spend time with their dogs whenever they can. Their dogs are like family. Do you work all the time and don’t spend enough time with your dog on your days off? Feeling guilty when going off to meet friends and your dog gives you the sad look that asks: Can I come too? Please! Please! Austin Dog People enjoy doggie play dates, socializing with people at differen …

So you think you can sing? Or you sing in the shower..... or the car.... whatevs...... bring your sassy self down to everyone's favorite way to meet new people. Come sing with us and lets follow the mikes, the lights, the self-importance of karaoke nights! All are welcome, from the cheer section to the wanna be rock star, but no booos allowed(but booze is encouraged, stay thirsty my friends)- we're here to have fun, meet new folks, and cheer each other on. So, check your egos at the door and let …

We are a fun loving group of single people whose home church is Unity of the Hills. Our purpose is personal growth, spiritual development, mutual support, and community service. Singles, as well as couples dating, are welcome to join our group. We enjoy meeting at church and on outings. We do outdoor activities, go to music venues, visit points of interest such as museums, meet for lunch on Sundays, go to movies, and plan to do community service.

At Opal Devine’s Marina (in the ‘sea’ of Fry’s Parking Lot), they have a Geeks Who Drink live trivia deal on Saturday nights starting at 10pm. We often suck, but we have fun getting inebriated while flailing for answers. We’ve come in anywhere from 1st to 27th. So far we’ve won numerous pints of beer, gift certificates, stick on sideburns, a rubber chicken, a squeaky frog, a little gun that launches tiny plastic bosses, strawberry flavored gummy bacon strips, salad-flavored floss, mini freak sho …

This is a workout group for anyone interested in learning real mixed martial arts skills and training like fighter without taking a beating. Classes are co-ed and designed to accomodate all fitness levels. We are not your typical "kickbox the air to music" kind of gym. We are real martial artists and we belive that you can get a great workout without compromising valid techniques and training methods. Come train with us and learn effective kickboxing combos and conditioning drills while burning …

We are a small group looking for other like-minded people with an interest in serious, in-depth Bible study. We meet weekly on Monday evenings from 7-9pm. As a discussion group, we enjoy examining topics of interest from ancient texts from Christian and Jewish sources. On a typical class night, we examine several verses in-depth together with some thematic study and how these apply to daily living. We are getting ready to start a study of the sage Hillel who lived in the time right before J …

The Austin Yoga Meditation Group is founded for the purpose and goal of bringing every person to enlightenment. We come to this point by practicing meditation daily and understanding our position and function in this world.  Once our intelligence has become purified, by meditation, we can gradually begin to see this world for what it is and how to live in it peacefully and truly satisfied. Mantra meditation is the practice of focusing ones attention on sound vibration.  "Man" means mind, and "Tr …

Founded in 2011, FirePit Ceramics is a northwest Austin pottery gallery/studio specializing in adult and child clay classes. Our goal is to create a fun, safe, productive environment for all to enjoy. FirePit Ceramics is a space inspired and formed for the sole purpose of providing creative opportunities to individuals interested in the ceramic arts. We offer beginner, and intermediate, classes in wheel throwing and hand-building, as well as workshops, private lessons, and parties. We have ten …

Are you a  politically progressive, non-religious couple over 40 looking for similar friends to go to dinner with, listen to music with, or just have a sane conversation about world events with people who have actually seen another country? Maybe you have lived abroad and just need someone who has seen a bit of the world to relate to. You aren't alone! Let's get together and get to know one another! All races/ethnicities welcome and appreciated! (This is not a "swingers" or "spouse swapper" grou …

Hey, thanks for stopping by! There are a bunch of folks in Austin who like to dance for fun and fitness. We’re always looking for ‘gatherings’ where we can find good music and good friends. Some of us like to take lessons, participate in workshops, see performances by visiting dance dignitaries, join migrations to nearly-local dance halls, and ‘trip the light fantastic’ as often as we get a chance. Each of us have our favorites; ballroom, country, and/or Latin. I don’t play favorites here in thi …

The only cycling event in Texas dedicated to finding a cure for diabetes. The CTX Tour de Cure promises to be the best one yet! Whether you are an avid or recreational cyclist we've got you covered! This year's tour is an all new venue - new routes that takes you through some of the best riding that the hill country has to offer, plus an amazing start/finish line at Reunion Ranch where you can enjoy great food, music and showers. Bring the whole family out to enjoy a full day of activities, incl …

Leaving ordinary time and entering sacred time, Holotropic Breathwork™ combines deep and rapid breathing, evocative music, focused bodywork (as requested), integrative artwork, and group process to enter and explore non-ordinary states of consciousness, allowing access to both personal and transpersonal experiences that facilitate deep healing of our body-mind-hearts, and opening to the truth of our interconnectedness in the great Web of Life. Holotropic Breathwork™ is experienced in dyads, so y …

When I left the Metro area in 02 I had over 18,000 emails and threw the #1 Best Happy Hour Parties. This is not a singles club, no pressure. I will locate new locations with great happy hour drink & food specials. Entertainment! Gong Show karaoke, Patio Parties, Hokey Trivia, PARTY DJ, Shred Your Ex party, Walla Balla, all kinds of crazy ideas. Happy Hour is all about having FUN and making new friends. I just threw a Happy Hour Party at the Iron Cactus North.. GREAT TURN OUT! and will be going b …

This meetup was started by a cool husband and wife team with two incredibly cool kids who realized that with all of the growth in the Austin area, there are bound to be other cool families like ours around. By "like ours" I mean families that enjoy outdoor activities, good music, good food, and smooth beverages (ice cold or room temperature) but who haven't had time to make a whole lot of friends yet. This Meetup is laid back. We don't wait around for big events to try to get everyone together. …

The Hutto Homeschool Adventurers Meetup Group is dedicated to providing unique opportunities for active, fun and creative homeschool families in the North Austin, Pflugerville, Round Rock, Georgetown and Hutto area. Organized by a veteran homeschool Mom new to the Hutto area. Activities include field trips, outdoor adventures, group camping trips, youth and parent book clubs, and information about fun free community events. Music lessons, choir, and theater programs are also offered for a reason …