… Sitting around the kitchen table on a Saturday afternoon in August, 2009, an opportunity was provided to interview Christopher Terrell Moore, CEO and founder of the Obama Art Museum, plus two team members. A native of North Carolina, he describes himself as an artist with a given gift because there was no formal schooling just something he was always able to do. An entrepreneur, he has owned several businesses, a Concessions and http://www.ArtByChristopherTerrell.com. Phyllis Moore, Chief Office …

Join us as we visit the cultural hot spots in and around the Triangle and the world!  No place on the globe is too far away!!  We feature all sorts of interesting cultural activities -- cruises, ethnic restaurants, museums, festivals, movies, music of all kinds, outdoorsy events to appreciate the great climate we have in North Carolina, and also events just to help members get to know each other.

… .), crocheting and knitting, quilling, beading, scrapbooking, making cards, calligraphy, stamping, origami, altered art/ mixed-media such as art journaling, ATCs, and inchies. Normally, events are free. We may occassionally have themed events where we will all work on the same project. In these cases there may be a small fee to help pay for supplies. * Men are welcome, also.  Crafting is not just for the ladies! We hope you will join in on the fun!

We are a small, casual group whose focus is to bring together like-minded individuals who want to socialize and make new friends while exploring all of the great things that the triangle has to offer. Though many of our members reside in Durham and this is our home base for most activities, we also endeavor to explore all parts of the Triangle. We welcome members from anywhere in the region. Our meetups include: book discussions, movies, live music, trivia nights, plays, museums, dining out …

… At our Scrapbooking Retreats we give every scrapper a full 54 HOURS of uninterrupted cropping time by offering you these Virginia weekend scrapbooking events in Virginia and North Carolina, South Carolina.. I look forward to meeting you all soon! Stay tuned to our North Carolina Scrapbooking Retreats along with South Carolina, and joining in Virginia... Mary Full Also found on the web at www.virginiascrapbookretreats.com (our sister site and main site for all our NC and VA Scrapbook Retreats. ww …

This is a group for practitioners of the internal martial arts. Pa Kua, Hsing I, Tai Chi, or one of the lesser known styles. Other martial artists and beginners with in interest in the internal styles are welcome to join as well. I am using this as my vehicle to promote my classes, but other competent martial artists are also welcome to promote their classes, events, and seminars through this.  I'm hoping to see this become one more hub in the thriving martial arts community that is developing i …

We all need support and guidance as we face the joys and sorrows of everyday life. From childhood through our older years, we encounter new challenges. Our community and/or family may be unable to offer us the emotional support, know-how and/or life skills to help us regain our balance. I started this meet-up to encourage people (individuals, couples,families) to reach out as human beings who are facing bumps in the road -- not necessarily as patients in need of a medical diagnosis. As a license …

… We have regularly scheduled gatherings or PlayGroups in Raleigh and Durham and many special events such as Fun-draiser Festivals and summer and winter multi-day retreats. www.InterPlayNC.org is a North Carolina non-profit organization that is part of the world-wide parent group (Body Wisdom Inc.) www.InterPlay.org. (in California). You can get more info and ongoing schedule of events at either of these sites. Basic easy forms are taught which enable fun activities. There is a premise that everyo …

There are many cultures, languages, people groups, and customs, but often people remain in their distinct corners. My desire is to connect with and develop meaningful relationship with people from all corners of the world by hosting events in different places through out the RDU. The events will be a mixture of poetry, music, sharing of one's country, and other things all with the aim of developing relationships.  If you love the arts and love to learn about different cultures, music, etc., then …

… We wanted to create a group where we could continue to share self defense and safety awareness events with women in the Triangle area. Even more, we want to be able to help women find other great programs being offered throughout North Carolina! So if you are interested in learning basic self defense principles... ... want to brush up on skills you have learned in the past... ... or if you teach self defense programs of your own... ... then this is the group for you! Stay involved wi …

BluWater is a LICENSED family run group that produces professional, organized, seasonal, themed photography events and monthly workshops for both models and photographers. Most events and workshops include models, few will be scenic only, in the Southern East Coast areas of the US, which includes, but is not limited to -- North Carolina, Myrtle Beach SC, Savannah Georgia, and many other intriguing locations, indoors and out.   These Photography Events are not only professionally organized, fun, …

Visual Artist, Designers, Career counselors, Coaches Post your profile and contact information to market your services to the meetup community. Although this is not the place to post actual costs, you can meet up with others for networking and referrals. Also post events of interest to this group. Individuals wanting career design services: Contact the organizer, Catherine or one of the  other members of this meetup group. As an editor, writer, marketing communications and public re …

The primary focus of this group is spending time with friends who enjoy cultural events, classical music, symphonies, movies, dining out, gardening, walking, cooking, the outdoors, and entertaining in their homes (with limited numbers). We enjoy theater, classical music concerts, museum events, and movies. Occasionally, we cook and entertain in our homes (with limited numbers). Hiking, boating, and trips to various beaches, seashores, and distant locations with other adventurers create memories …

Triangle Opera Appreciation is a small, intimate group of down-to-earth people who love opera and enjoy experiencing it together. We're friendly and warmly welcome new members: newbies or long-time opera lovers. We watch recorded performances in members' homes, live broadcasts in stadium movie theaters, and socialize over food and drink. We also organize Meetups for on-stage performances when available. Active participation is a requirement of membership: keeping RSVP's up-to-date and attending …

Join ballet and other dance enthusiasts to socialize and attend Carolina Ballet events. Carolina Ballet will keep you informed of pre-performance talks and other Carolina Ballet events. All Carolina Ballet Meetup members are encouraged to organize Meetups for pre and post performance! If you would like Carolina Ballet staff to attend, just email khook@carolinaballet.com with the details.

WE'RE BUILDING A CREATIVE SERVICES BUSINESS NETWORK & COOPERATIVE ACROSS THE ARTS DISCIPLINES!   Group Focus:     This group is geared towards supporting Creative Professional Entrepreneurs and Building Creative Community in the Greater Triangle, NC Mixing creative disciplines brings a new dimension to brainstorming.  Though we all specialize in our own areas, a painter can bring a different viewpoint to a writer, a musician can connect well with a dancer, a dancer can inspire a painter, pers …