Taiwanese language, also known as "Tâigí" or "Hōlóoē", is the 22nd most popular language in the world. Want to learn Taiwanese? Want to brush up your Taiwanese? Want to know how to read and write proper Taiwanese? This will be a great place for you. Join us and let's meet! :) Tâi-gí sī sè-kài siōng tē-22 tsē-lâng sú-iōng ê gí-giân. Kám siūⁿ-beh óh Tâi-gí? Siūnn-beh liān Tâi-gí? Siūnn-beh tsai-iánn án-tsuánn thák-siá Tâi-bûn? Lâi tsia tóh tióh ah! Tsò-hué lâi tsiáh-tê khai-káng!

Meet local French language and culture lovers for conversation and fun! Come to a French Language Meetup and make new amis as you practice speaking. All ages and levels welcome.

This group is for anyone interested in studying Irish with other Irish learners in the south bay. All levels are welcome. My current focus is to study for the TEG A1 (Teastas Eorpach na Gaeilge - The European Certificate in Irish) and it would be nice to have others to practice Irish with in the south bay.

Getting rusty on the language you have learned? Hoping to practice Japanese speaking skills for your work? The Japanese Conversation Corner will be a spot for you to meet and practice Japanese with peers who love and speak Japanese like you! - Within every meeting, one theme will be displayed and discussed without restrictions! - Know Japanese Culture through discussion, Q & A - Speak/Practice Japanese with Native Japanese speakers and those who also learn Japanese!

The purpose of our MeetUp Group is to provide free ESL resources and support for professionals working in the Silicon Valley. Our group includes both learners and teachers of English, and we welcome any language enthusiasts to join in anytime. Meetups feature fun and function as we convene in interesting hotspots and get to know one another. We are social but with a purpose. If you have questions about English, ask them. If you have answers, offer them. As with most MeetUp groups, any member is …

Dajia hao! Welcome to our social, Mandarin-speaking group. We have monthly mixers where you can meet other people in the area and chat in Mandarin. We welcome Cantonese assistants, who can help us plan Cantonese events (just let us know). Our group will hold events with our sister group in SF (http://www.meetup.com/Mandarin-Mixer-Meetup/) and other local Chinese language and Chinese culture groups. Help out by becoming an assistant organizer! This is a member lead group and we welcome your ideas …

Seeking Albanian people to talk to in my native tongue. I am looking to create a group where we can also cook Albanian food and teach our children the Albanian culture.

Power ng Pinoy is about inspiring and empowering the global Filipinos. It is advocacy that promotes the 3 major attributes that we fill characterize every pinoy. Tayo ay Pilipino: Madiskarte, Matiyaga, at Hindi Sumusuko. Power ng Pinoy addresses the following major areas: Filipino Language, Culture, and Arts Entrepreneurship Breaking the Glass Ceiling Giving back to Society Meetup events are structured via regular Kapihans Events. The word "kapihan" is derived from the word "kape" or coffee, …

We are a group of women and men, mid 40s to 50s, who are well-traveled, internationally-oriented, physically and culturally active, whose aim is to bring together like-minded people doing fun activities such as hiking, movies, bike rides, wine bars/wineries, dining out, potlucks, and cultural performances. The group is based in and around downtown San Jose, but is open to events all over our beautiful Bay Area. Newcomers to the Bay Area are welcome. Unlike the typical Meetup, we would like to en …

Are you looking to improve your American English pronunciation or accent? Are you a Silicon Valley professional who uses English for business? Are you looking for opportunities to network and meet other professionals who speak English as a Second Language? This meetup is a support group for professionals looking to improve their American English pronunciation and accent. We are supported by Ovient English (http://www.ovient.com), a Silicon Valley company that provides English Training for Profes …

Silicon Valley English-Vietnamese Toastmasters is a fun and friendly group. Improve your Vietnamese and English language skills, your ability to speak in front of a group, and meet new friends. Guests are always welcome. To learn more, visit a meeting.

Friendships, family and community are some of the most precious things to me. This group is about forming new friendships, enriching our everyday lives and sharing who we are with each other and the community. This group offers a wide range of activities, including; game nights, potlucks, cooking demonstrations, meet and greet nights, movie nights (at home and at the theater), inspiration, crafts, volunteering, book clubs, cultural events, trips to Calistoga, Reno ext. a yearly murder mystery pa …

We support women new to the United States through their cultural transition . We are a group of women who through their own experiences of adaptation in the new country envisioned a place for others like them to come to for help. Whether you are here through marriage, corporate relocation or as a seasonal worker, whether you just landed or have been here for a few years, you have come to the right place. We are a free and friendly place for you to explore, enjoy and learn from, while interacting …

Do you speak one language and your boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse speak another one? Or are you from a country and your boyfriend/girlfriend/spouse is from another one? Then this is the meetup for you!

Welcome! Looking to meet new friends? Love Asian food? Then the South Bay Asian Food Network is the perfect Meetup group for you! The purpose of this group is to bring together everyone in the Southbay area who enjoys eating great Asian cuisine and are looking to meet new people with similar interests and tastes and business networking!  We plan on scheduling meetups to try some of the Southbay's newest and cutting edge Asian restaurants, along with the popular favorite hot spots.

Mandarin English Bilingual Toastmasters - or MET - is a fun and friendly way to improve your Mandarin and English communication skills. Mandarin-speakers and English-speakers of all levels are welcome! You are invited to visit a meeting and observe as a guest.  Meetings start at 7pm sharp every Wednesday and every Thursday: http://sj-met.wikispaces.com/ http://mandarinenglish.wikispaces.com/ You're welcome to visit our sister clubs in Mountain View, Palo Alto, and San Francisco: http://www.meet …

Grupo para conectarse con amigos, crear nuevas amistades y divertirse con otros profesionales hispanos/latinos en el Valle Del Silicio. Diferentes actividades son planeadas, como Carne Asadas/Parrilladas, asistiendo a restaurantes latinoamericanos, algunas veces bailar salsa, servicio comunitario, o otras ideas aportadas por el grupo. Sugerencias son bienvenidas.Para unirse, hay que ser:- Profesional Hispano/Latino.- Profesional no-hispano, pero habla español.

Welcome to the Bay Area Vietnamese Professionals(BAVP) Meetup Group! Our goal is for Vietnamese professionals to network, make new friends, and have fun. All Asians and everyone is welcome! We plan on having two monthly recurring events: Saturday Night dinner/drinks and a Mid Month Event. This is not a singles group. Our goal is to promote real friendships and to have a good time. Most of our events will take place in or around the South Bay but we will also head into San Francisco on occa …

For Bay Area Asian Professionals to network, unwind, and have a great time. This organized group is to help people come together to meet new friends, unite with old friends or even spark up a new relationship and in some cases all of the above. If this is what you are looking for then you are the perfect candidate for joining. Events will include lunch/dinner, drinks, picnics, barbeques, camping, attractions and many more. Become a member today and may the fun begin!

Die groep is vir Suid-Afrikaners wie met ander hul liefde vir Suid-Afrikaanse taal en kultuur wil deel, en vir dié wat daarin belangstel om Afrikaans te leer praat. Misie van die Suid-Afrikaners Meetup Groep: - ons netwerk met ander Suid-Afrikaners; - ons is 'n gemeenskap van Suid-Afrikaners; - ons is lief vir Suid-Afrika; - ons praat Afrikaans; - ons bevorder Afrikaans. Almal is baie welkom om by ons groep aan te sluit en ek sien uit om julle te ontmoed!! All South Africans are welcome to join …

Whether you're young or old, we have a story. Telling your story or  reading a play aloud together can be lots of fun and a great way to meet new characters. Our goal is to bring people of different backgrounds together to experience the fun, drama and the joy of story-telling. Whether you want to tell a story, read a play, take on a big role or you want to listen along, you're welcome here!

Frühstück is the German word for breakfast, and breakfast on Sundays is a revered tradition. It's a time for food, coffee, and long conversations among friends, before returning to our lives and finishing up the rest of the weekend. We usually meet at Esther's in Los Altos, but once in a while we may branch out and try somewhere new.

**** ***** ******* ******** Food·ie: (f oo-dee ) * A person who has an ardent or refined interest in food; a gourmet: "in the culinary fast lane, where surprises are expected and foodies beg to be thrilled" (Boston Globe). * n : a person devoted to refined sensuous enjoyment (especially good food and drink). Discover new restaurants revisit favorites & meet new friends. Those with an appreciation for truly delicious food should join and break bread with fellow dining out enthusiasts. We have …

Your Asian Connection is a for active Asian and American singles looking for activities and events to participate in and meet other singles in the Bay Area. The focus of Your Asian Connection is to organize and promote community events and outings that help people have a good time and perhaps find new friends and relationship. Your Asian Connection Group is free to register. Most events are at our cost. We are currently looking to hold a wide range of Meetups that focus on bringing single people …

Transform and purify the mind and body through Buddhist methods. We are a group of Chinese who study in the Mahayana (Xian Zong) and Vajrayana (Mi Zong) traditions of Buddhism. Through the study of Buddhist philosophy, meditation and practices, we learn how to generate the Dharma nectar in our minds and apply Buddhist study to our lives. “Accumulate virtuous causes and eradicate non-virtuous causes in our mind; this is the study of Buddhism.” With a pure mind you can transform yourself to beco …

Join us for fun opportunities to practice your Spanish! All levels are welcome, from beginner to native speaker. All events are laid back and informal. YOUR SPANISH LEVEL DOES NOT MATTER -- COME FOR IMMERSION! We have regular opportunities (generally weekly) for Spanish conversation in several coffee shops around the South Bay. And join us for fun cultural events, such as local festivals, movies, restaurants, plays, and more. Take a look at our Calendar (http://spanish.meetup.com/679/calendar/) …

Meet fellow Anime Fans near you! Come to a local Anime Meetup for fun, friends and talk about your favorite Anime/Manga artists, shows and games. Share your own art and fiction! Whatever interests you about Anime and Manga is welcome here.

I created this meet up to meet new people over yummy meals.  I plan to host at least one event each month.  I look forward to meeting people who are interested in Japanese culture and interested in dining out.  Cheers!