We are a group of young professionals dedicated to helping children in the Charlotte community. We meet once a month to network, socialize and discuss our upcoming service projects.  In October 2011, Kiwanis Uptown became a satellite group of the Kiwanis Club of Charlotte. Founded in 1919, the Kiwanis Club of Charlotte is the second oldest Kiwanis chapter in the Carolinas. We're excited about partnering with this established club and joining forces with their 50+ active members. With a combined …

Do you love photographing people? If you like photographing weddings, events, sports, seniors, families, children, babies, or even pets (yes, they are people too!), then you have found the right group.  We welcome all skill levels of photography, and we hope that you will join us for our next event. Each month we have one regular meet & greet  scheduled, where we can simply network and meet other like-minded photographers.  We discuss at these meetings what each of you would like to learn more a …

Holding Glamour and fine art Figure photography Workshops. Workshop venue and models provided for 4 - 8 photographers per workshop. Individual workshops will be held per request.

Studio A2Z is a professional photography studio owned and run by Dr Prem Muthu CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) and John Hildebrand  and serve the Lake Norman / Charlotte / Hickory, Iredell and Rowan County areas. Apart from providing professional photography service to the community we  also conduct photography workshops for the amateur, serious hobbyists and professional photographers. The workshops are on portraiture, product photography, hands on training on speedlites, mastering ba …

The Modern Muscle Car Club is a group of automotive enthusiasts with a love for late model muscle cars.  Our rides have all the show of the classics, but so much more of the GO!  We enjoy modern suspension, big brakes, forced induction and all the latest technology to get us going faster! We welcome owners of any modern sports car - GTO's, M3's, AMG Mercedes, Mustangs, Challengers and Camaros.  If you like to show it, race it, or just feel proud to have SERIOUS HORSEPOWER... we hope you'll join …

Come out, have a few drinks, mingle, and let’s talk….Real Talk, Ladies Only……….. INVITE YOUR FRIENDS Created to Empower, Uplift, Motivate, and Embrace everything about women of all races, creeds, colors, and religious preferences. Our purpose is to provide a support system for each other, a place where we can network, promote our businesses, brainstorm on new ideas, ask questions, get answers, meet new people, and just vent. We are not here to pass judgment or criticize but to respect each other …

Men's Fraternity is a series of studies that help a man develop a compelling vision of masculinity that will bless both his life and the lives of those around him. More than just a rally or a Bible study, Men's Fraternity provides men with an encouraging process that teaches them how to live lives of authentic manhood as modeled by Jesus Christ and directed by the Word of God. The true power of Men's Fraternity lies in bringing men together on common ground to learn together and listen to each o …

What is Positive Discipline? Positive Discipline is a set of parenting ideas and tools that facilitate good communication and mutual, respectful problem solving. It is a non-punitive form of discipline. From Jane Nelsen's web site (emphasis added): The tools and concepts of Positive Discipline include: Mutual respect. Adults model firmness by respecting themselves and the needs of the situation, and kindness by respecting the needs of the child. Identifying the belief behind the behavior. Ef …

Welcome to a fantastic Meetup Group for Photographers who are wanting to learn more about Lighting along with model posing. The Purpose of the group is to get you more comfortable with working with models and other clients. How to give direction and how to understand the effects of studio lighting on your clients and friends. These classes will be geared to all levels of Photographers. No matter if you are a beginner who needs to learn all they can or a seasoned veteran who just wants to come fo …

This is the website of the Charlotte ALT.NET group. We are a group of Charlotte developers interested in .NET and sharing knowledge about the best in software technology and practices. This includes but is not limited to things such as Test Driven Development, Distributed Source Control, Agile Methodologies, NHibernate, and Model View Controller web frameworks.

Queen City Forward is a non-profit organization that aims to help increase the creation, scale, and impact of social ventures in Charlotte, NC. It is guided by the conviction that in purposefully encouraging, enabling, and scaling high-impact social ventures and socially driven entrepreneurs, Charlotte can create a robust cluster of innovation for the region that spurs economic development, improves the lives of citizens, and drives a new model of sustainable growth.

Welcome! CCP is for all aspiring local photographers, models and hair and make-up types to come together to create some awesome collaborations.  We will host meetups that will encourage you to think outside the box and explore what you love in a fun, social environment.  We will explore many facets of fashion, conceptual, and artistic photography.  Become one of our Creative Visionaries and come out play with us! All skill levels are welcome!

Located in Rock Hill, SC (South of Charlotte… just over the NC border.) The focus of SCPG is on learning and helping members find ways to develop and share their passion for photography. The goal of SCPG is to help one another perfect their photographic techniques and discover new ways to elevate your vision through creative photography. This meet up group is open to all photography skill levels, serious beginners to professionals. It is intended for SLR and DSLR shooters, not point and shot ca …

Meet with other photographers that focus on glamour and boudoir photography. We have monthly meetups with professional models and training at any level.

Have you ever thought about taking awesome pictures and didn't have the expensive equipment or the knowledge? If you said yes to these questions, then this is the group for you! We're a group of down-to-earth photographers looking to meet new people and express our creativity through the lens. If you're a beginner or a seasoned veteran, come and join our group and explore the fine art of photography. Look forward to seeing you all!

Business Owner? Tired of Bad Software? Come learn, share, and receive solutions. This is not a sales meeting. This is a business discussion about removing your technology headaches. Business owners only.

Introduction to Carolina School of Photography Any WISE photographer (at ANY skill level) should FOREVER consider themselves a "Student of Photography" for many reasons. Photography is a VERY unique and multi-faceted profession, with its different genres - all demanding a myriad of skill sets. Not only that; but, this industry has gone through so many changes in the last 10-15 years, it's mind boggling.  And, the changes keep coming. Anyone who attempts to even think they know EVERYTHING about p …

EVE is a group which has been created to inspire artists from all types to come together and share, support, create, and develop lasting friendships, relationships and positive business networking. This group is for all Photographers, Models, Musicians, Actors, Film Writers, Artists, Aspiring (of any of the above), Writers, Singers, and Dancers.We would like to bring artists all around the Carolinas and Southeast brought together  to share and support one another's passions. We host events such …

Charlotte Area Alumni Association that consists of Lambda Chi Alpha Brothers from all over the map living or visiting Charlotte, NC. We invest in the future of Lambda Chi Alpha, welcome new brothers, mentor others, and of course host social events. Lambda Chi Alpha Alumni Core Values: • Loyalty – To other brothers & institutions • Duty – To give back to Lambda Chi Alpha • Respect – Of individuals across all dimensions of diversity • Service & Stewardship – Of wisdom, investing in lives of others …