This is a group for Christian homeschooling moms with a focus on young children 0-5's type venues to connect--with a calendar populated with lots of activities for them--so we can enjoy all the fun things while they're young that are geared toward little kids such as Happy Hollow, Palo Alto Jr. Museum & Zoo, going to parks, etc., and some other field trips, and form intimate relationships for the moms and have lasting friendships. I feel like these days while they're little are as precious as di …

Tracy/Mtn. House Home Education Network welcomes all homeschoolers from Tracy, Mtn. House and all surrounding areas. We are diverse in our homeschooling styles, as our experience, our faiths, and our cultures.  Our mission is to be able to come together as a local support group, to share ideas, resources, successes and struggles.  We host events via Meetup to expand our social network for ourselves and our children, with socialization and educational themes as our central focus. We welcome all s …

We are a small active and academically inclined homeschooling support group mainly having activities in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord and the neighboring cities. Our activities are for children ages 7 and above and our homeschooling philosophies include, but are not limited to:Classical, Charlotte Mason, and Eclectic Methods. We hope to attract like-minded friends to support each other through events such as public speaking, craft/movie nights, mini science fairs, co-op classes, field t …

We are a group of East Bay mothers who are currently homeschooling, or considering homeschooling, at least one daughter between the ages of 4-8. We meet for park dates, arts and crafts, field trips, hikes, museum trips, academic activities and general fun. All homeschooling/unschooling methods are welcome, as are all siblings.

The decision to educate your children at home is a big one that can be both challenging and very exciting. We welcome new and seasoned homeschooling families and all learning styles. Every Tuesday, at 10:00 AM, we meet for park days at a variety of parks and locations throughout Central and East Contra Costa County. Few things to keep in mind before requesting to join: 1) Requests to join will not be approved until after park day attendance. (Details will be sent) 2) Our meetups are geared for s …

We are an Ambleside® community group that intentionally seeks to develop parents and educators, in both homeschool and classroom settings. We do this through regular study and professional development opportunities through Ambleside Schools International. We are open to any parent or active educator seeking to learn more about the Ambleside method and Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy. Our overall mission is threefold: to share the joy of an Ambleside education, to grow and mature as educ …

Families of K-3 students and siblings welcome! This is an academically inclined support group for families interested in shared learning opportunities in life skills, reading, writing, foreign languages,acting, math, science, history, music, geography. Our goal is to help children become long-term learners as well as enjoy building long-lasting friendships through studying together, joining playgroups, going on trips, etc. We are primarily based on Charlotte Mason method,  Montessori  method, a …

Welcome! AOHL is an inclusive homeschooling support group in the San Francisco East Bay. Our goals are developing friendships amongst members, organizing activities, sharing resources, creating liaisons with other home-learning groups, and providing information to those considering or new to home-learning. AOHL promotes tolerance and respect towards all members regardless of learning style; family configuration; or racial, cultural and religious background. We welcome diversity. AOHL is for pare …

Do you feel your child is not learning all she/he can at school? Does your child have an interest other than what is being taught at school? Do you feel your child is very special acedamically but is not given an opportunity to blossom at school due to large class size and lack of resources as a result of California's dire budget situation? Is there something out there that's better than what you are given for the future of your child? Hi, I am a mother of two, one is being homeschooled and anot …

Hello! If you are homeschooling in North San Francisco and it's surrounding areas, or considering it, this is a way to connect with other families for information, support, and activities. Members will have many resources available to them- a current family roster, an in-depth message board with forums regarding several topics, and a calendar filled with field trips, classes, and other events. We are a diverse group and welcoming of all families, regardless of homeschooling style, and we do n …

This is a group for unschooling or homeschooling families to plan and host events, exchange ideas, and to connect with other parents and children. Every member is invited and encouraged to get involved. We are mainly outdoor and nature oriented and like to utilize the diverse talents and knowledge of our group members for providing great real-world exposure for our children. Currently the children in the group are younger (1-6) but all ages are welcome as diversity is greatly valued. Many childr …

Let's get together for some fun learning experiences for our children. We can meet up at playgrounds, have playdates and art and crafts in our home. We can have trips to the firehouse or farms and we can also coordinate a beach clean up with the kids. I am starting this group because we are starting to see less and less of our friends due to pre schools and kindergartens. We are looking for people who would explore and learn with us. We are looking forward to meeting you.

Hello Parents! Has your teen ever been inspired by a business? Have they ever wondered about starting their own? Did you know that many successful entrepreneurs started when they were teens? In fact, many young people have done well with a small business that they love. If your teen is curious about creating their own project, whether it is a micro-business, small business, or promoting awareness around a certain cause, then this meetup is for your family. We’ll encourage and introduce your teen …

This is a place for unschooling families to plan and host events, and to build connections for children and parents. Every person who joins will be an Assistant Organizer, and will have the ability to plan events, outings, play dates, etc. Most of our events take place in Contra Costa County, and most of our children are currently under ten years of age. Our group holds kindness and empathy as core values, and we all commit to work proactively to teach our children solid conflict resolution skil …

We are meeting monthly to explore and discuss co-creating an alternative elementary school that can grow into a middle and high school in or around Fairfax. The school model is based on the New Learning Culture principles of self-directed, hands-on learning for children within healthy boundaries in prepared, inspiring hands-on environments. Read more at www.NewLearningCulture.com. Come join us, if you are interested in supporting or co-creating an alternative learning place for children to learn …

Wild Child Freeschool is an affordable nature-awareness program that seeks to build community through nature immersion, fun and learning. We started out in Silicon Valley offering weekday programs for homeschool families. We are now expanding our program to Santa Cruz families, and will be offering WEEKEND exploration days, and Permaculture learning days that are open to homeschoolers and schoolers alike! Founded on a cooperative model, the program is currently being built around input from pare …

We believe that innovations in biology should be accessible, affordable, and open to everyone. We’re building a community biology lab for amateurs, inventors, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to experiment with friends. Welcome to BioCurious Visit the BioCurious homepage http://www.BioCurious.org BioCurious Community Lab Opened in Sunnyvale, CA; Fall 2011! Join the discussion at Google Groups http://groups.google.com/group/biocurious Our successful Kickstarter campaign (http://biocu …

Parents, Imagine your teen being in a well-lit room full of aspiring writers, where everyone is talking excitedly and laughing. Some people are reading their stories out loud; others are asking for feedback on their blog posts and college essays. Everyone is working on a special piece for the Annual Teen Writers Anthology. The energy is contagious. Is your teen curious about joining a group of Teen Writers who share their passion for writing? As a parent, would you like to encourage their writin …

Hello and welcome! Are you looking for the present for your friend or the loved one, or perhaps for a unique design item to decorate your home, or discuss new art trends? Or may be you are interested to learn new techniques and create something special all by yourself? Or you want to be surrounded by creative people like yourself? We will be more than happy to meet you ! This group is open for all people who wants to develop his/her own talents and get inspired by new projects. Weekly arts & cra …

At Startup EduTech you will find people who can help you take your educational mobile app or digital learning ventures to the next level. Submit your EduTech Startup: http://goo.gl/W9z91 Pitch your game changing idea: Build your team Find Investors Build Partnerships Get Funded It's all possible, when you 'empower young minds and the hands that guide them!' Find us on: Meetup.com: http://www.meetup.com/StartupEduTech Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ByParents4Kids Twitter: http://t …

Meet other parents from all around the Bay who value respecting a child's need for secure attachment. Whether supporters of Breastfeeding, Child-Led Weaning, Cloth diapering, Homeschooling, Babywearing, or Co-sleeping, all are welcome here. Most of our events take place in the East Bay, however we will work to accomodate people in different locations if someone spearheads an event.

We are a group coordinating educational field trips for at home toddlers through Prekindergarten students in the Bay Area. We are a group of stay at home moms who welcome small at home programs who would like to band together to take our kids on field trips that are afforded to the larger institutions this may include museum and zoo presentations, or just group rates. Please join us as we attempt to share as much as is available with our kids and students, from nature explorations through city m …

This group is geared for kids who are 9 years of age or older. We will be doing age approperiate activities.   Our activities will be scheduled during the evening on weekdays, and Saturday and Sunday.  This is a friendly and fun group.  Any ideas and suggestions are welcomed

This group is a forum for teachers to get together for the purpose of making friends, meeting other teachers, sharing curriculum/lesson plans, grading student work, venting in an empathetic environment, and most importantly, having fun!