Join Us for a Fun & Rewarding Experience Learning About & Volunteering to Build Sustainable Small Homes & Tiny Houses (and even "Shipping Container Homes"!) Asheville Tiny Home Association This group was inspired by the Amish idea of 'Community', Habitat for Humanity and the spirited people of Asheville. In the Amish community, everyone comes together to help with 'barn-raising'. We have nothing like that in the secular world, except perhaps for Habitat for Humanity, which benefits low income, …

The New Economy is the convergence of ideas and practices taking place nationally and globally that is dedicated to building a more equitable, environmentally balanced, and prosperous world for all. It is bringing people and organizations together to give practical shape to concepts such as economic democracy, green economics, social entrepreneurship, cooperatives, localism, living wages, conscious capital, solidarity economy, community currencies, etc. At Co-creating the New Economy, we will d …

We Are All Farmers Permaculture Institute Meetup Group is dedicated to agricultural and creative experimentation and regeneration focused on food as a primary foundation of community. It is led by certified & trained permaculture practitioners. We explore and practice hands-on permaculture principles. Come on out and meet new folks and get your hands in the dirt! Our approach is humble and from a place of reverence. Despite years of practice in land stewardship and now permaculture systems desig …

People who want to talk about overpopulation. We are not sure when the Earth will be overcrowded but we are definitely sure it is getting more crowded. Everyone who has an opinion  to share with others about overpopulation is welcome into this group. In our group,  everyone can speak freely, with politeness please. We hope that if we disagree that at least we can allow for disagreements.

The RelyLocal Matthews, Mint Hill and Indian Trail Meetup group was established to promote and present opportunities for local residents and local businesses to meetup at local venues for special events, discussions and causes. Our local events rotate through different venues in the Matthews, Mint Hill and Indian Trail to share opportunities for people to become more engaged in our local community through networking and causes. If you want to be part of your community, you need to live in your …

The Energy Working Group is focused on learning about and planning actions related to the energy industry. This includes learning about alternative energy sources, looking at the environmental impact of corporate and personal use, and canvassing the local community to learn about energy and the environment. Please join us as we learn and act together about these far-reaching and complex issues. All are welcome!

If you are dependent upon the culture that is predicting it's own collapse: Come on in! This Meetup Group is here to help you remember how to THRIVE! Take back your individual responsibility and prepare for the BEST! We are here to help you make a transition into whatever level of self-sufficiency and co-empowerment you desire. We will help you plan and prepare for abundance. Our meetings will be the foundation for our individual, family and community planning. We will coordinate and/or provide …