Welcome Non-Native Pittsburghers and returning natives! This group was initially organized by Kellie Gormly, a Texas transplant, and was transferred to Katherine O. in March 2010, and as of May 2012, I have been asked to organize. Pittsburgh may have a lot to offer, but it’s more fun to do it with other people.  You can be single or married, non-native or even a native who has moved away and come back to join this group.  Our typical member is mid twenty-something to forty-something, with a spri …

We're a group of Pittsburgh-based Hadoop & cloud-computing technologists, enthusiasts and researchers who discuss emerging technologies, Hadoop & related software development (HBase, Hypertable, PIG, etc). The Hadoop Users Group (HUG) Pittsburgh consists of members from local universities and companies. This group only meets in a physical place in Pittsburgh. If you are interested in webcasts about Hadoop, this group is not for you.

*-“SkeeNation is not affiliated nor authorized by Skee Ball Inc. the exclusive owner of the SKEEBALL trademark”. Do you like meeting new people? Blowing off steam after a hard days work with a few beers? Playing a fun and competitive game? Then SkeeNation Pittsburgh is for you! SkeeNation brings you Pittsburgh's First Skeeball League. America's favorite Amusement past-time has turned into a competitive league. We keep your stats online, provide entertainment, you can play to become a champion or …

We're a group of gay and gay-friendly hockey players who are looking to start a team for recreational play in the Pittsburgh area. We've already got a core and are looking to expand and create a community of LGBT hockey players. This group isn't only about throwing on equipment and crashing around the ice, though. Aside from playing hockey, we're also avid fans of the sport and, of course, the Pittsburgh Penguins. We look to get together off the ice, too, to watch games together, get to know one …

Welcome to the Downtown Pittsburgh Happy Hour Meetup! This group is for young professionals (age 23-35) who work in downtown Pittsburgh and are interested in sharing a beer, martini, or glass of wine with other young professionals at after-work happy hours. The group will meet once or twice a month at a different bar or lounge located downtown on Friday evenings.  Please feel free to suggest your favorite spot!

Pittsburgh Desi is for anyone who wishes to meet and socialize with others who share the same interest, connection, or passion for indian culture or to just have "Desi" fun. This group is especially geared towards people in their 20s/30s who have recently moved to the burgh and are looking to expand their "desi" circle of friends , which can be an uphill task if you are not in a university. That said, this group in open to everyone who is intrigued by Indian culture. Suswagatam !!!

Local monthly meetup for Pittsburgh bitcoin users to mingle, trade and share ideas. Our hope is to help the local bitcoin community grow. Anyone with interest in bitcoin is welcome!

Explore Pittsburgh's Restaurants & Make New Friends! If you love trying new restaurants, making new friends, and exploring Pittsburgh; this is the Meetup for you! We're a mix of singles and couples of all ages. Everyone (21 and over) is welcome. Our events are mainly focused around food, but this is not just a dining group; we offer many diversions for your Meetup pleasure. Typical events might be:  Dinners, Happy Hours, Wine Tastings, Pub Crawls, Brunches, Hikes, Concerts, Movies n' at. *If you …

To connect single busy professionals in the Pittsburgh area via several types of fun events. Lock and Key® Singles Events and Pre-Dating® Speed Dating events being 2 of them. You should join if you are tired of the bar scene and are looking to meet quality people for friendship, romance, and more. Lock and Key® Events are the new, interactive and FUN way to network, meet your match, make new friends....or just to have a great time! Be sure to get on our email list so we can notify you of the nex …

Pittsburgh Parkour Association (PPA) is the organization and development of Parkour in the local Pittsburgh area. Meet other local Traceurs and attend classes, workshops, regular training sessions, jams and other events!

We are a Pittsburgh-Based group interested in beading, wire wrapping and jewelry making in general. There is no membership fee -- and I even try to BRIBE people to show up with beads! The more people who show up, the more we can do! Please note: We are no longer a "retail" shop, and we don't have regular meetups -- or store hours. We offer the best selection and best quality beads and supplies to the Pittsburgh area at mail-order/wholesale prices. But, you have to make an appointment, or come in …

Pittsburgh Tea Parties provide education on political issues both local, state and national. Our goal is to allow patriots in the Pittsburgh area to send their voices, opinions and demands to our elected officials. As their constituents, they work for us and not the other way around. We believe in protecting and defending the Constitution of the United States. As a side set, we are also a feeder group providing our members with organizations to join where they may become active, political citize …

Q: What is our main purpose? A: Meetup with other owners of large/giant breed dogs! Q: Who should join us? A: Pittsburgh-area residents who -enjoy exploring the city with their pups. -want to meet play-buddies for their dogs and dog-minded friends for themselves. -need opportunities for their large dogs to play without injuring or intimidating smaller dogs and their owners. Q: What are the benefits of joining us? A: As a member, you'll -discover new places to take your dog. -make new acquaintanc …

… No one in the Pittsburgh area can hold a candle to our event. We give you top entertainment, food, beverages, and it will be held in the city of Pittsburgh. We ask for a dollar a month in dues or $12 dollars annually. Most of our events are free, or for a small offering, other than the discounted ticket for the Witches Ball if you are a member. If you like to sponsor the group, one of the organizers can help you..We have five sites we keep up and maintain...Of course this is the meetup site You …

This group is for anyone looking to play volleyball in the Pittsburgh area.  New players, old players, club players and more...Let us know where we can play so we can get more people in the 'Burgh in the group.  Help us find indoor and outdoor courts and maybe one day we'll actually get some leagues going!  If you enjoy more than just volleyball, also be sure to check out SPORTSNUTS of Pittsburgh's Meetup page.  Let us know if you have any questions.  

Song circles are a great way to get a song "out there" in a setting that isn't quite as stressful as performing, and where members come with the idea of getting help, and being willing to help others, with perspective on songs we've written, suggestions for re-writes, new sections etc. So, it's a balance: all of us who write are likely to be sensitive about criticism but we also know we need critique if we are going to improve as songwriters, so a song circle must be comprised of people bold eno …