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!

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 …

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 …

Meet with those wanting to practice their Turkish language speaking skills (all abilities) or just enjoy Turkish food and/or Turkish coffee (You might also get a traditional coffee cup fortune reading). Ability to speak Turkish is not mandatory, so you are still welcome if - You want to learn more about Turkish culture. - You are Turkish and want to practice your English. - You like the planned event and just want to be a part of it. We'll do different activities as we are practicing our langu …

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!

We're bringing together the best & brightest in linguistics-related disciplines and in computer programming to solve some of the world's greatest challenges.

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.

We are a group of people live in palo alto, menlo park, silicon valley area. We are a circle of friends: Who are interesting in exploring in Palo Alto/silicon valley, making new friends, involving in startups, networking with professionals, passionating about body+ soul, giving back to community, finding our neighbors, and more. We are gathering together: For food & drinks, themed events, outdoor activities, games, professional networking, etc. Cool? Join us and be part of our circle, And please …

This group is about hiking, camping, climbing, mountaineering, skiing, running, cycling, and any other outdoor activities. Beginners are welcome! Experts/enthusiasts, you will find your partners here!  Just try to fill in details in your profile questions and attend our events -- this will help you make more friends than you would expect! Bay Area Chinese Hikers is your own group.  Anytime you get an idea for hiking or other adventures, suggest a new event right from the home page.  You will b …

My name is L Peili Young, aka Lucy Cheng, CFO & CEO Headhunter, Multi- Linguist and Chinese Freelance Translator. I am a very active social connector, have been involved with many meet-ups, such as IPO for Start-up, Successful Thinker for Network Marketing etc. I have always wanted to organize my very own Meet-up group in which I can bring inventors together to meet Venture Capitalists, US Business Owners with Investors from China; When money married with invention, innovators met with "Shark Ta …

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/) …

This group is for American raised moms of Japanese descent. We straddle the line between being raised here in America, but having strong ties to our cultural heritage and often the unique experience of having grown up in homes where Japanese culture was predominant. This group is mainly an English speaking group but we can happily all work on our Japanese together (and maybe work on it with our kids too). Together we can share our unique perspectives with each other and expose our kids to some o …

Are you interested in meeting other Israelis here in the bay area? We are a bunch of friendly Israelis who hang out and do all sort of indoor and outdoor activities together. If you want to feel like you're in Israel surrounded by friends who speak the same language and share the same mentality for a couple of hours -- You've found the right meetup. Join us now and I hope to see you on our next activity! -Avital

A unique group for Japanese women and American men who are interested in meeting each other. This group will support the many men who have lived in Japan, speak Japanese or have a deep interest and connection with Japanese culture. And it will support the many Japanese women in the area who would like to meet men with an honest interest in and knowledge of Japanese culture. Due to the increasing number of American men who have lived in Japan or like Japanese culture and the increasing number of …

Mucho Gusto Bilingual Spanish-English Toastmasters Club is a group to practice your Spanish and English speaking skills. Join us to become a better speaker and presenter, improve your listening skills and develop your leadership skills. Learn at your own pace in a supportive and fun atmosphere. Guests are always welcome and free. Membership fee applies. Come to one of our meetings to learn more. We are part of Toastmasters International. For more information about the educational program and lea …

This is a group for H4's living in Silicon Valley who want to get together and create a support network for those in the same situation. Let's share experiences and ideas over coffe/tea or a walk/hike in the neighbourhood!

GABA is a member-driven non-profit organization that fosters transatlantic knowledge-sharing and networking among German-American and Californian business and tech communities. GABA is dedicated to encouraging German-American business and trade. Our programs address critical business, technical and leadership issues, with different industry groups providing specific resources and exchange.

Professional Bay Area Iranians 35+. This group is about meeting new people and doing fun activities indoors and outdoors.

Calling any and all Deaf individuals and hearing people for socializing together from the San Mateo area down to the Sunnyvale area. Socialize with old and new friends and ASL students.There's a Starbucks chat group in Santa Clara and in South San Jose, but nothing in the Mountain. View and Northward areas. Of course anyone from anywhere is welcome!! Let's create a fun meet-up group!!

It's a monthly meetup, where Swedish women meet and fikar.

Shalom to all Israeli Moms in the Silicon Valley. This is a group for any Hebrew speaking new mom or 2nd/ 3rd time mom who is interested in meeting with other Israeli moms in the area. We can meet for playdates with our babies, sharing motherhood experiences, talking about Israel & much more. Join us!