NJ.NET is a user's group formed to promote the education and advancement of Microsoft .NET technologies. Whether you are a .NET developer, Java developer, VB6/FoxPro/Access developer, college student learning about programming, or just someone is who is interested in technology, then our meetings are for you! We will have compelling presentations on current topics related to Visual Studio 2008, C#, Visual Basic.NET, ADO.NET, XML Web Services, Security, SQL Server 2000/2005, Architecture, and mor …

Join us! The first Windows 8 app event will be announced soon.  The New York Windows 8 App Development Group is modeled after the success of the Boston Windows 8 App development group.  (www.windows8boston.com) This NY Win 8 group is Focused on Windows 8 app development and everything and everyone you need to know about Windows 8 style apps. Take advantage of the need for Windows 8 app developers, designers, user experience experts and solution architects. Take your existing skills and create Wi …

This is the meetup group for the SharePoint User Group in NYC that meets at Microsoft Manhattan on the first Wednesday of the month. The NYC SharePoint Users Group (NYCSPUG) was founded in March 2006. Our mission from inception has been to share deep SharePoint experience with individuals who are interested in learning, sharing and growing their Microsoft SharePoint knowledge and capabilities. The group’s vision is to provide members with a forum to hear top industry experts present, learn and t …

The NYC SharePoint Developers user group is a free monthly meeting where SharePoint professionals present on various topics related to SharePoint development. We try to vary the meetings so that they are not just about Visual Studio coding and the SharePoint API, but also about all the other programs you need to customize SharePoint: SharePoint Designer, InfoPath, PowerShell, etc. In addition, you'll get insights into the practical usage of the various SharePoint functionalities via the interact …

Come join the relaxing enjoyment of creating work with a group of artists who come together to draw and paint the figure. All different skill levels are welcomed. We will have live nude models to draw and paint in a working studio.

SWW Photo Workshops (established in RI in 2009) provides an educational and practical, low cost venue for aspiring photographers, young or old, to learn basic techniques of approach and application of ideas in a variety of locations and learning situations. It is perfect for photographers that have experience, and knowledge of their Digital SLRs, who want to broaden their base of knowledge with a variety of workshops that include An Introduction to Photography, Alternative Lighting, The Intimate …

Model Lounge is a networking group for those in the fashion and model industry - Including experts and professionals within the field of visual and performing arts. Our goal is to provide a forum where we can meet, share ideas and learn from one another. Join Model Lounge to connect with people that shares your passion and can serve a purpose for your advantage

What's the difference between a bootcamp and a workshop? A bootcamp will prepare you for the real world by making sure you can make your own educated decisions. There's going to be more "pressure" than a workshop which is more "leisurely". Learning will not only be from instruction but through exercise and from each other's trials. This group is for anybody who's dedicated into improving their photo / video craft regardless if you are a novice or seasoned. Our get togethers will include discussi …

This is a meetup group for anyone interested in Motion Capture. Whether you are an animator using motion capture data, a technician working in a mocap studio, or a producer or director looking for information on motion capture and what it can do for your next project,  then this group is for you.

This is a group for people interesting in (and interested in doing) film animation. This can include visual artists, musicians interested in scoring films, writers and those who simply love to talk about animated films. We'll share the work we are doing in stop action animation, cel frame animation and more. Box Of Light Digital Arts Studio, host of the Meetup, will have computers and cameras available for who want to play with the concepts shared in each Meetup. The objective of this Meetup is …

This group is for anyone who wants to exercise, DANCE, have fun, and meet great people... without the pressures that come with club dancing. A Heights Holistic House Party is a non-alcholic monthly day time dance held in the Home Studio of WASHINGTON HEIGHTS visual artist and wellness facilitator, Maggie Hernandez-Knight. Dances are themed and feature a variety of music from 70's Funk, Classic Salsa, Swing, World Rhythms, Deep House, and more. Dancers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes & …

NYC Pipeline Developers unite! This group is for the people that develop plugins, automation, tools, asset management systems and otherwise hack together the creative engines that keep animation, visual effects, and game studios pumping out their remarkable content. We'll get a chance to network, trade skills, explore cutting edge techniques and drink lots of beer/coffee/tea.