The core of the Hawaii Geek Meet are several local groups that already get together to talkstory and share knowledge. The following are groups that have previously participated:

• Bytemarks: A grassroots community of geeksters with a keen eye on new media, web culture and innovation.
• Manoa Geeks: A diverse group that meets monthly to discuss "Web 2.0," online entrepreneurship, the latest buzz, and where this technology is taking us.
• TechHui.com: TechHui is a forum for Hawaii's tech community, and those interested in technology ventures in the islands.
• HawaiiThreads.com: A Hawaii-centric, general interest message board established in 2004.
• Emergency Amateur Radio Club: Dedicated to amateur radio transmission, reception and experimentation.
• • Oahu D-STAR Amateur Radio Club
  • Hawaii Private Repeater Network
• Pacific Outpost of the 501st Legion
• Society for Creative Anachronism
• Hawaii Geocachers
• Hawaii Macintosh & Apple Users Group (HMAUS): The first and largest Apple and Macintosh user group in Hawaii.
  
• Hawaii Association of Podcasters: People who create podcasts, want to create podcasts, or simply enjoy podcasts.
  
• Hawaiian Astronomical Society
• Cyberpizza & Electronicpizza: "Cyberpizza" is an informal networking forum.
  

Suggested groups:

• LEGO Enthusiasts Association of Hawaii (LEAHI)
  
• School Robotics Teams - BotBall, FIRST, etc.
  
• Sky Performance Rocket Club of Hawaii
• Honolulu Coders
  

Is your group interested in joining?  Just add your name to the list!