30 Days Of Meetup - Day 30

The RTP Let's Make a Movie Meetup Group
Lets make a Halloween video!
(http://filmind.meetup.com/251/calendar/8641643/)

Ever wanted to make a movie? Then join the Let's Make a Movie group, share your ideas, and help produce a short film or video for submission to film festivals or distribution via the internet. No experience required, just join and have fun.

Lets make a fun video for the fall season. I suspect the next DVInfo contest will happen in October and this could be a good warmup.

The purpose of the first meeting will is to see all the new faces and brainstorm on the project. I would like us to have the basic ideas and plot points outlined by the end of the meeting.

We can plan future meetings as part of the agenda of this one.

Even if you are going to be an actor or crew you need to attend this meetup!

Organizer : Bobby

30 Days Of Meetup - Day 29

Triangle Philosophy and Triangle Buddhism Meetup Group
As far as the East is from the West
http://philosophy.meetup.com/80/calendar/8746662/


Triangle Philosophy enjoys food, drinks, and challenging discussion in our monthly meetings at restaurants (or homes) around the Triangle.

Triangle Buddhism gets together for introductory presentations, special-topic discussions, book reviews, meditation practice, and teachings by visiting expert practitioners. We share our experiences and knowledge of Buddhist centers and resources in the Triangle.

Join us for a discussion of Buddhist philosophy as it applies to contemporary cultural and personal issues such as morality, pursuit of happiness, victimhood, forgiveness, anger, guilt, punishment, and altruism. We will discuss our own answers to questions like these:

- Is there a relationship between morality and the pursuit of happiness?

- Define the terms "victim" and "perpetrator." Are there certain rights that should be awarded to victims or denied for perpetrators? Are we justified in thinking of victims as "more deserving" than perpetrators?

- What exactly is forgiveness? Does it involve condoning of actions? Whom is it meant to benefit?

- Which of these should trump the others: individual experience, cultural norms/mores, authority, tradition.

- Can anger or guilt be productive in the long run?

- What is the best thing to do with anger?

- What is the effect of capital punishment on our safety?

- What is the definition of happiness?

- Is it better to think of yourself as more important than others, less important, or equally important?

- Is it better to take care of yourself first or take care of others first (in terms of basic needs)?

Organizer: John and Todd

30 Days Of Meetup - Day 28

Raleigh Recent College Grads Meetup Group!
Mini Golf? HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT!
(http://socialnetwork.meetup.com/1276/calendar/8660674/)

Are you a recent college grad? Are you new to the Raleigh area (and now all the people you know live in another state?). Or maybe you've lived in the area for a while but you're looking to meet new people?

This group is for all of the above. There seems to be a serious lack of groups on this site that focus on the recent college grad. Meaning, those 25 and younger group (we won't hold it against you if you're a year or two older though!).

This group is for those who are just starting out their post college life - working professionals especially - who are in need of meeting some people who know how to kick back, enjoy a cold one and still enjoy doing random stuff.

This is not a group for single folks looking to find true love! No, no,
no. This group is for people who want to make new friends and do fun stuff in the Raleigh area! We're young! Let's enjoy it together!

This Recent Grads meetup group would not be complete without the planning of at least one mini golfing event. This may be completely bias, but mini golfing flippin' ROCKS. I'm terrible at it, and hey you may be too! But that's ok!

This event is for those who don't take themselves too seriously when it comes to friendly competition (though, BRING IT ON). Plus! One game is only $7 bucks per person (better yet! if we plan it right and get a good group, it can be only $5 bucks! Aww yeeeaaaah).

Organizer: Barbara

30 Days Of Meetup - Day 27

Triangle 20s/30s Singles
20s/30s Soir-Wii
(http://singles.meetup.com/720/calendar/8537795/)

Everyone wants to have someone special in their life, but it is hard to meet people in this crazy busy world, that's were this group comes in. We are not promising you will find that special someone at your first, third, or tenth event. We do promise to provide a friendly atmosphere that encourages finding that special someone.

The organizers will plan events for you too attend. The events maybe small or huge, but they all will provide an opportunity for you to talk with the other people in the group. We encourage talking to everyone, because you never know what might come of that new social contact.

The Main Objective is for singles to hang out together. This does not HAVE TO be a avenue for you to find a date, so just relax and have fun!

soiree (swä-r) - a party of people assembled in the evening (usually at a private house)
Wii (wee) - a gaming console developed by Nintendo
Soir-Wii (swä-wee) - a night time party featuring the Nintendo Wii for the purpose of getting a group together to have fun and meet new people

Being always on the look out to make things more fun and entertaining, I bought a Nintendo Wii back in 2007. The Wii comes with a lot of great games that make it a lot of fun to compete with friends and strangers. But, the night isn't just about playing games, it's about mixing and mingling with other singles in the group. There will be snacks available and you should bring your own drink and/or snack to share.

Organizer : Dean

30 Days Of Meetup - Day 26

Movie Buddies
Ghost Town
(http://movies.meetup.com/753/calendar/8809191/)

We're a very informal group, with lots of Assistant Organizers operating independently to cover as many movies and show times as possible. In order to provide consistency, I'm going to use this page to establish policies that will be used at every Meetup regardless of who is organizing.

1) Meetup times will be scheduled for 30 minutes before the show time of the movie.

2) The Meetup organizer will be in the designated location 5 minutes prior to Meetup time.

3) The Meetup Organizer will stay in position until all "Yes" RSVP's are present, or until 10 minutes after Meetup time, whichever comes first.

4) For Meetups scheduled on the opening weekend of a movie, Meetup Organizer will pre-purchase their own ticket (at box office or via Fandango) and encourage members to do the same.

Ricky Gervais and Greg Kinnear star in director David Koepp's fantasy comedy concerning a dentist who gains the ability to communicate with the dead after momentarily dying during a routine dental surgery. When the dearly departed begin requesting that the dentist act as a point person between the living world and the spirit realm, he does his best to ensure that the messages of the dead reach their intended recipients.

Organizer : Lara

30 Days Of Meetup - Day 25

Triangle Hiking and Outdoors Group
Rock Climbing Class at REI Durham
(http://hiking.meetup.com/7/calendar/8823568/)

For people who enjoy hiking, camping, backpacking and other outdoor activities (skiing, kayaking, climbing). Many of the events will be hikes that will allow old and new residents to enjoy the great outdoors and scenic areas around the Triangle area.

THOG is now in our 4th year of operation. We are one of the largest and most active outdoors groups in the Triangle area. In the past 12 months we have hosted over 250+ events. You won't find social mixers, dining events or parties on our site. What you will find are some of the most unique outdoor adventures in the Triangle area. Whether its hiking, bicycling, zip-lining, backpacking, rafting, kayaking, snow skiing, snowshoeing, or camping, we've likely done it!

Learn about the great sport of climbing by joining one of REI's experienced climbers for a presentation of climbing gear, equipment and apparel. We'll go through the basics of what you'll need to get started as well as what you'll need as you become a more advanced climber. We'll also give you top picks of places to climb for all experience levels.

Organizer : Paul

30 Days Of Meetup - Day 24

The Urban Triangle
Hike Beautiful Shelley Lake
(http://socialnetwork.meetup.com/364/calendar/8817499/)

The Urban Triangle offers an opportunity for positive African American & other diversity friendly professionals to connect, developing a community that takes advantage of all the Triangle has to offer through fun, interactive activities and events.

So, I just realized I dont have a softball game tomorrow and I have to weigh in on Thursday. Let's get some cardio in on Wednesday evening by enjoying a peaceful 2 mile walk at Shelley Lake. This is my favorite park to walk. Join me if you can.

Wear good walking shoes and bring your water bottle. Make contact with your buddy/partner and try to carpool.

Let's meet in the Sertoma Arts Parking Lot.

Organizer: Cali