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Shorewalkers: Members Only Group

New York, NY

This group is open to active members of Shorewalkers, a non-profit group leading walks throughout the NYC area. Our volunteer hike leaders offer walks every weekend of the year and our signature event, a 32 mile hike around Manhattan called the Great Saunter, takes place on the first Saturday in May. To join this group, first register as a paid member at www.Shorewalkers.org.

Come join us for a walk and experience NYC at 3 mph!

Your participation in any of our activities is your acknowledgment that you are solely responsible for your own assessment of your abilities and your physical fitness to participate in that activity. Participants in any Shorewalkers activity are encouraged to discuss with the hike leader any limitation they may have that could affect their ability to fully participate in an event, especially on hikes outside city limits such as those on hiking trails. The hike leader may refuse to take anyone who lacks proper equipment as indicated in the hike description. Walkers must be physically fit and by joining any event you agree to waive all rights and claims for damages against Shorewalkers, it’s officers, directors, hike leaders, employees, event personnel or volunteers.

Shorewalkers does not tolerate inappropriate behavior during its events. If you are subject to or witness any inappropriate behavior during a Shorewalker event, please contact the Shorewalker Meetup Organizers directly and report the behavior. Shorewalkers will investigate any reports of inappropriate behavior and take necessary action.

We encourage and appreciate the posting of photos taken during a Shorewalkers event and we reserve the right to use the photos in any manner and for any reason, except for commercial purposes, without remuneration or credit.

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Dashing Whippets Running Team

New York, NY

The Dashing Whippets Running Team is a New York based running team that is founded on, and driven by, the diversity of our team members. With team members from all over the city, the country and the world, and with greatly different running goals, we find unity in recognizing and appreciating each others differences and our mutual enjoyment of running and participating in the New York running community and beyond.

Our goal is to help each other become the best runners that we can and to fulfill our potential as athletes - whether that is to run your first race, run a PR, a marathon, an ultra marathon or an Ironman - our team spirit, expert coaches and training plans will help you achieve and exceed your goals. As a team, we aspire to be a net contributor to the running community by hosting multiple training sessions per week for runners of all abilities and pace, maintaining a low annual membership fee that ensures we are open to all, cheering at races and giving back to the community through volunteering and fundraising for local nonprofit organizations.

The Dashing Whippets Running Team is a 501(c)(3) non-profit running organization operating under the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA). In 2012, the team received the Outstanding Club Website Award from RRCA and received New York Road Runners Annual Team Spirit Award.

Read about us in the Fall 2010 issue of NYRR Runner's Magazine and watch an interview with Elizabeth on Gotta Run With Will.

We charge $30 in annual dues, but new members may try out the team for 90-days (more info).

If you're on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, or Garmin, you can follow us here:
FB Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=81808...
FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/dashingwhippets
Twitter: http://twitter.com/dashingwhippets
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?&gid=312...
Garmin: http://connect.garmin.com/group/393225

1151 members · Public

Upper West Side Volleyball Meetup

New York, NY

This is a low key, just for fun, volleyball meetup. All skill levels welcome.

697 members · Public

Academic Writing Group

New York, NY

Ph.D students, Post-Docs, and early career professors working on their writing projects. We write in solidarity, along side one another, in quiet co-working sessions. The group normally meets in person but now (due to COVID), we write together on ZOOM.

We meet and write, usually for 3 hours, taking short 5-minute breaks every 50/60' of continuous writing.

Join us to defeat the sense of isolation academia entails. In our writing group, we support each others' goals and increase our productivity! And we drink a lot of coffee ☕️ as well, of course!!!

**The group is restricted to people working in academia (PhD students/candidates/post-docs/professors)

**Note: The writing group does not provide feedback on your writing (proofreading, works-in-progress, etc.) we use the time to actually write in solidarity!!

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LEXGO Language Exchange NYC

New York, NY

The original LEXGO LANGUAGE EXCHANGE NYC is here! Like language exchanges? Drinks? Parties? New friends? Welcome to Language Exchange City NYC! We get people living in NYC to meet for Language Exchanges around the city.

It is important that you CONFIRM your attendance when signing up. We will have a 3 strikes rule on membership if you fail to attend or notify an organizer so that our events are REAL, FULL, and FUN for those attending!

1402 members · Public

Past Lives, Dreams, Soul Travel throughout New York

New York, NY

Open to all those looking to find more wisdom, love, inner peace and spiritual freedom in their lives, through better understanding of dreams, past lives and the personal way the universe speaks to us daily. Move naturally and easily into higher areas of awareness and help life flow in a smoother and happier direction. One form of personal meditation we explore is known as a "Spiritual Exercise". This form of simple meditation, using your creative imagination, strengthens your inner guidance and helps you recognize your true identity as Soul, an eternal and divine spark of God.

Nothing needs to be taken on faith. Experience it yourself.

Have you had one of the following spiritual experiences? Come and share; learn more about connecting to direct guidance and achieving personal growth.

* Past-life recall or having a sense that you have lived before (in a meditation or dream)

* Dreams -- that opened awareness, expanded your consciousness, told of a future event, gave you an answer

* Out-of-body or near death experience * Seeing an inner light

* Hearing an inner sound

* Inner guidance (angel, spiritual master, departed loved one)

* Knowingness (intuition, coincidence, déjà vu)

* Unconditional love (from a family member, friend, pet, etc.)

* Sense of oneness, divine love

* Connection with all life -- greater awareness, feeling of inner peace

Creative techniques are discussed in these Meetups to further explore our inner worlds. Similar to meditation, yet more active, these contemplation techniques, such as singing the ancient love song to God, HU, (pronounced 'hue") helps with self improvement, brings self empowerment through greater inner understanding, opens consciousness, helps in understanding how karma is created, how to work through it, and gives guidance on how to achieve states of Self and God Realization.

HU, this ancient and sacred word for God, can be found in the Jewish Kabala, Christian Gregorian chant, Buddhism, the Sufi teachings, Chinese Taoism, as well as in the path of Eckankar. It is a universal word with a very high vibration. You are invited to try it anytime you would like, either out loud or silently to experience the effects for yourself. (www.hearHU.org)

We warmly welcome you to join us in our events and discussions that take place in all 5 boroughs, Westchester and Rockland – a common meeting ground for all who have had or would like to have a life-changing spiritual experience.

Our group is sponsored by Eckankar. Experience the Light and Sound of God. This ancient spiritual teaching offers spiritual techniques and resources for an individual to discover truth for themselves.

To learn more about Eckankar, g o to www.Eckankar.org. You can find out about advanced study and the spiritual exercises of ECK.

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Blockchain NYC

New York, NY

Join the new and super official Blockchain NYC Slack group to expand your learning and networking: http://bcnyc.slack.com

Slack Invite URL: https://bit.ly/BlockchainNYCSlack

We focus on blockchain, artificial intelligence and data science. Our events are educational, selling is strictly disallowed. We DON'T accept hard sponsorship dollars.

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New Jersey Divas Who Rock

Bloomfield, NJ

Hey Divas! Welcome to the New Jersey Divaz Who Rock group! This is a group for adult females of all ages who are interested in meeting new people who share common interests. I have realized that as an adult it is easy to lose touch with old friends and even harder to make new ones, so I hope this meetup can help make lasting friendships! I would like to get together at least once per month to socialize and have fun. Some of the events I am planning include dinner, drinks, dancing, bowling, hiking, movie nights, game nights, trips to NYC and more! Suggestions are always welcomed of course and if you are interested in becoming an event host please let me know!

We understand that circumstances occur. But we ask that if you have RSVPed for an event, and can no longer attend, that you update your RSVP. We want to keep the group open to like minded individuals who are here to meet new people and are open to creating longlisting friendships. Therefore we will be implementing strict rules in regards to "No shows". Which is someone who has RSVP multiple times and have not shown up or informed an organizer before hand.

SAFETY: <br>We want everyone to have a safe and pleasant experience while participating in our meetups/events. By joining the group or participating in anything that is posted, you and your guests are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.

DRINKING AND DRIVING:

Getting drunk can come with repercussions far worse than feeling embarrassed. Please take the appropriate measures when it comes to monitoring your drinking as alcohol affects everyone differently. If you notice someone's drinking has recurrently crossed the line from "moderate" or "social drinking" to "binge" or "problem drinking" - please inform the event host/organizers privately. Going out with crowds of people is fun and can often times lead people to drink more. Remember that alcohol does change people's actions and behaviors. Please make sure that while you are attending meetups/events... that you are representing yourself, as well as our group in a safe, positive, friendly, and respectful manner.

<br> If there is someone in the group who has a problem with drinking and driving, please send me a private message. We need to take every measure to ensure that our get togethers are done in a safe manner. The responsibility of planning ahead on a social drinking night is YOUR obligation and no one else under any circumstance. Please always have a backup plan.

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Genuine Friends 50-70+ Long Island Ladies Group

Garden City, NY

You must attend a new member meetup to join the group. Join our waiting list and we will invite you to the next one.

Please be vaccinated to protect us all.

We plan a variety of fun events on LI and beyond - anything from eating to adventure. Do you remember when you were a kid and had friends you could always count on - a friendly face in a crowd of acquaintances? Well, that's what we are about. Genuine friendships with others whom you would love to have to your own home - a group of genuine friends.

Find people whom you are always happy to see - ones who share your interests and who won't cancel at the last minute or be a no show when they have something better to do. The age limits are just a suggestion - if you are a happy, active older person, this is for you too. Please be able to use a computer/android or iphone, and pay by Zelle.

Our events include brunches, book discussions, friendly chat, travel near and far, crafts, adventures, NYC, local theater, gardens, concerts, canasta, keeping fit, even star gazing or anything of interest to you and a few others. Most events take place in Nassau. This group is not suitable for those from mid to eastern Suffolk, Manhattan or Brooklyn.

Places will become available only as people leave the group or are inactive, or no shows at several events. I do remove inactive members on a regular basis to keep the group filled with only women interested in building real friendships. Please understand that not all membership requests are approved.

We do have admission standards. You are welcome to join if you are 50+, if you don't have a pattern of no shows with other groups, are free of drama, and if you can bring a smile to the our next meetup. If you are normal, sane, and secure, you'll get in! Please have a real, recognizable photo of your face when you join, and a valid email address. If you are a cat, puddle or flower, you won't get in. We want to be able to recognize you at an event, and greet you as a friend.

We do post pictures of group events on Meetup and Facebook, so when you join, you are agreeing to be photographed.

Join my other group: http://www.meetup.com/Travel-Friends-Near-and-Far/

Our annual dues are $20 per year collected annually (year ends on April 14), paid at your first meetup, or by Zelle. Renewals are $20, paid by April 14.

To maintain your membership, you must attend at least one event every two months.

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Cranford Newcomers

Cranford, NJ

**Please Note we are not accepting/adding new members until after 9/14, if you have paid your dues and submitted your membership form, you will be added after our kick off meeting, Thanks!**

Come Be New To Us! The Newcomers' Club of Cranford is for women who have recently moved to Cranford, Garwood or Kenilworth, New Jersey or current residents who have recently experienced a change in life status that opened the door for new activities and friendships - perhaps a new baby, a new job or other life change. It's a great way to make new friends, meet your neighbors and get involved in our community.

Want to join us? Please complete a few quick questions including confirmation that you are a resident of Cranford, Kenilworth or Garwood and be sure your meetup profile is up to date. Once we receive your request, we will send you a membership form and directions for dues payment, which are $50 per year.

If you would like more information, visit our website http://www.CranfordNewcomers.com or email us at [email protected].

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SOMA Families Meetup

South Orange, NJ

We are a welcoming and inclusive community of parents and caregivers from South Orange and Maplewood (and the bordering towns of East Orange, Hillside, Irvington, Livingston, Millburn, Newark, Orange, Short Hills, Springfield, Union and West Orange). We embrace all types of families and value diversity. Whether you are a stay-at-home or working parent, SOMA Families offers social events and supportive groups for you, your family, and your caregiver. Most of our events occur in South Orange and Maplewood (aka SOMA!). We like to get together for playdates, outings of all types, adult-only events, social services, book clubs, family events and just about anything else.

All members who join the group are welcome to submit and host events. Additionally, the SOMA Families board negotiates discounted activities at local venues, and hosts a weekly new moms coffee, an annual spring party, fall party, and swap event.

We look forward to meeting you and your family soon!

HOW TO JOIN: somafamilies.org/how-to-join

For more information, visit: somafamilies.org

And don’t forget to follow SOMA Families Meetup for updates:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SOMAFamiliesMeetup/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soma_families/

To host an event, please email us! [email protected]

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Black Baby Boomers Just Want to Have Fun

New York, NY

If you are a Black person over 50, that likes to live life to the fullest and want to do fun things, this is the group for you. We do all kinds of fun things, we go on day trips, overnight trips, cruises, and all kinds of cultural and regular events. If I can think it we are doing it. We have paid our dues now it is time to have fun. Please do not join my group just to say you belong. I will delete you. I need quality not quantity.

Have a nice day.

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World history Enthusiast

New York, NY

We discuss history, ask many questions and give opinions
Whomever would love to learn about history or just a subject that interests them
Even though we have many professionals that come to present, most of the presentations are done by group members on volunteer bases about topics they are passionate about.

By understanding the past, we can better understand the future. A discussion of History and the factors that shaped historical events. History lovers spend time together to discover and learn various aspects of history. We have ancient, modern history which keeps expanding due to people wanting to learn more

See our sample presentation.

https://youtu.be/ovwVzXa4CN4

Also see our website for scheduled events.

omnicarta.org

We meet over zoom with monthly restaurant and museum outings and created a travel club with history and food in mind whenever we visit countries abroad.

We accept donations to keep group going please see us in

https://www.eventbrite.com/organizations/events or paypal

[email protected]

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Five Borough Futbol Club (Pick-up Soccer Games)

New York, NY

Quality, competitive pick-up games without the commitment of a weekly league.

This group is dedicated to elevating the beautiful game for the men and women of New York City. The level of play is intermediate and above, meaning that most of us played growing up and enjoy competing for bragging rights.

We believe in fair play, healthy competition, and inclusive community. We put on the best game in the city because we have the best people in the city.

Every player on the field has something positive to contribute to each game. We do not tolerate ego, unsafe play, negativity, and toxic behavior. Players with a negative impact on the game and on the community will be warned and then banned.

Bring a red shirt and a white shirt. Teams will be assigned before hand based on player skill level and may be adjusted during play to maintain balance. Balls will be provided. Absolutely no slide tackling or unsafe play. Turf shoes must be worn - no studs allowed. 48 hour cancellation notice for guaranteed refund.

JOINING AND SIGNING UP FOR FIVE BOROUGH FUTBOL CLUB AGREEMENT:

I certify that I am 18 years of age or older and that I have no known medical or other conditions that could interfere with my participation in Five Borough Futbol Club Meetup activities. I also understand and accept that the practice of soccer, both indoor and outdoor, involves certain risks of physical injury.

Therefore I, individually, hereby release and discharge, Five Borough Futbol Club Meetup Organizers and Co-organizers from any and all claims, actions, damages, losses, liabilities, costs and expenses of any kind whatsoever, including but not limited to any claims of negligence, arising out of, resulting from, by reason of, or in connection with my participation in any of Five Borough Futbol Club Meetup programs or activities.

Five Borough Futbol Club Organizers and its Co-Organizers reserve the right to take and utilize photographs, video, or any type of recording of participating person while engaged in our or associated activities. I consent to Five Borough Futbol Club using the photograph, video, or recording of me, for advertising, promotional, or related purposes, and waive all rights to compensation and other rights which may arise as a result.

1121 members · Public

Finding Female Friends Over Fifty

New York, NY

"Female friendships can be the key to happiness in older women." PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A FEMALE-ONLY GROUP. This is not a singles or dating meetup. We are also a NYC tri-state area based meetup.

We're all about 50+ women gathering together in friendship and fellowship. Lectures, theater events, live music, travel, day-trips, wine tastings, etc. Let's have FUN!

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Peeling The Traumas Away

New York, NY

***This is an online group only*** Open and welcome to any country, state & gender ***

I want this platform to be a judgement free, safe space for people seeking personal growth and are on their personal journey to self awareness.

This group is intended to provoke a new lens of perspective for those seeking healthy relationships in life after a life of abuse or neglect.

We will discuss topics such as Narcissistic abuse recovery, emotional awareness, boundaries, self love, self acceptance, identifying emotional triggers and many other majorly important things that can keep someone feeling stuck in a place of unhappiness.

This self awareness path can seem lonely (and it is for a reason) but there are many other people just as passionate at diving into their own "lonely" as well. It's encouraging to hear other perspectives and engage in that same driving force together.

**** I will take this time to add that I am very protective over my group and members. I will not tolerate any members to present in any event I host to show up in a "competitive victim state". This will not be a place to "up someone" based on each person's trauma and past. Trauma does not have a place for competition and neither does my group. With this being said, I will remove any member from this group that displays this type of demeanor. If any member feels uncomfortable, please message me directly. ****

~Michelle

254 members · Private

Yoga & Meditation Seekers - NYC

New York, NY

Let’s gather! This is a group for people who love yoga, meditation, spirituality, and inner growth (or those who want to learn more!) We practice yoga together in the park, meditate together on hikes, and hold discussions about personal growth. We are curious and we are all beginners. Welcome! ✨

check out our website! www.onlyloveyoga.com

Also join our Telegram channel! https://t.me/joinchat/sxDZM-eSz-9kNTMx

and our Instagram!

@onlyloveyogacenter

744 members · Public

Financial Freedom 4 You - LIVE

New York, NY

Urban Food Alliance (UFA) is a 501c non-profit organization serving food to the needy. Urban Hood (UH) is its sister organization, helping people learn about financials and helping our members make extra money through stock market investments. What we do? https://vimeo.com/525240310 Out motto is to teach people how to fish instead of giving them a fish. Each day, Urban Hood provides members an opportunity to meet, talk to people, and ask them about Investment, Stock Trading, Cryptocurrency and Real-estate investment. We also share tips and teach financial literacy. Urban Hood is a life-long learning community. Join us today and be a part of our free live and recorded sessions. Get In Touch us <a>212 608 6112</a> x 0 (Customer Service) or visit us at www.UrbanHood.org and see ya https://vimeo.com/413401602

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4813 members · Public

EthBuilders.NYC

New York, NY

Join our slack!: https://bit.ly/2Zws7PJ

Contribute to our open source curriculum and group projects:

https://github.com/EthBuilders/

Currently building out our curriculum:

https://github.com/EthBuilders/Curriculum

Join our Youtube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDdP7RWrRTKJddEX9bPixHQ

WARNING: NEVER SEND ANY COINS TO ANYONE ASKING. NOT EVEN THE ORGANIZER.

This group for you if want to:

-become an Ethereum developer

-understand the technical aspects of Ethereum and related tech in depth

-Build open-source projects in DeFi and find like-minded developers

Every meetup will have an update on our current open-source efforts, a weekly DeFi recap, a talk or workshop on a technical topic around building on Ethereum or presentations by leading figures.

There will also be the opportunity to meet and socialize with like-minded souls. Look forward to regular coding demo segment to help to begin Ethereum developers get started in the world of decentralized finance

If you sign up, you will also receive email newsletters which will describe opaque technical terms in plain English.

2232 members · Public

DESI OUTDOORS: Nature.Adventure.Experience

Hoboken, NJ

Est.2013, 2200+ Events, Exploring Great American Outdoors for 25+ years

STAY ACTIVE WITH NATURE. MEDITATE WITH NATURE. DISCOVER YOUR NATURE

ELEVATE YOUR MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT . BE ADVENTUROUS. EXPLORE A NEW FRONTIER WITH >>>DESI OUTDOORS>>>

Featured on themountainpath.net http://www.themountainpath.net/, Meetup's Facebook and Instagram channels (https://www.facebook.com/meetup/photos/pb.8026914587.-2207520000../10157786678589588/ and https://www.instagram.com/p/B5JCWwVhfqF/) on Nov 21, 2019

Desi Outdoors meetup group consists of and oriented towards Outdoors enthusiasts primarily from the Indian subcontinent, the land of Himalayas and numerous languages. We bring with us a culture of togetherness, sharing and love of nature. Group membership is kept selective and based on many factors that fit into core values of the group.

Doeres continuously engage in various Outdoor activities for enriching, strengthening and balancing mind, body and spirit in Harmony with Nature. See Past Events photos. Activities are low to moderate risk,moderate to strenuous difficulty, adventurous to challenging, with a mix of exploration, recreation, learning, fun, freedom and building a better Self & Society. Some activities involve kids and families.

We are active year-around, enjoying all seasons and terrains of the North-East and around the world. Organizers expect new members to join for active participation in group meetups as per the mission above and not for increased meetup memberships, business or professional networking, socialization etc. We keep the group small to outdoors active members and No Attendance within 3 months of joining or prolonged non-attendance removes you from the group. We can adequately prepare you for safe and warm winter outdoor activities during the season.

Please read the Disclaimer page. Approval to join the group implies that you have read this and do not hold any meetup group member responsible for any mishap during activity. 'Desi' is a term for the people, cultures, and products of the Indian subcontinent.

Past Events photos

Summer Outdoors Gear List

Winter Activities Gear List

Useful articles/information

A chance encounter with a Desi 7-summit climber

Good readings on Mountain stories

Americas Day hikes with amazing scenery

List of mountains of New York (state)

What Hiking Does To The Brain Is Pretty Amazing

YosemiteHalfDome

MountRainerExpedition

What 10 Things Should You Do Every Day To Improve Your Life? (Times article)

1) Get out in nature You probably seriously underestimate how important this is. (Actually, there’s research that says you do.) Being in nature reduces stress, makes you more creative, improves your memory and may even make you a better person.

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Outdoor activities done by members in past years (25+ yrs):

Hiking, Backpacking, Camping: Northeast mountains and peaks of Catskills, Harriman, Adirondacks NY, White Mountains NH, Mt Washington, Katahdin ME, NJ, MA, GA, VA, TN, AK, Colorado Rockies Longs Peak, Canadian Rockies Banff, Glacier Park, MT; Winter/Ice Climbing etc.

Trekking: Kilimanjaro (Tanzania), Mt Kailash, Manasarovar (Tibet), Annapurna Sanctuary (Nepal), Himalayas Kashmir, Uttrakhand (India), EBC(Nepal), ABC (Nepal)

Skiing: Northeast mountains of Poconos, Catskills, Mt Snow, Okemo, Kilington, Smugglers Notch, Jay Peak, Bretton Woods

Trail, Mountain Biking: D&R Canal SP, Leigh Gorge SP, Sandy Hook, RoundValley, Jim Thorpe PA

Running: 5K, 20K, Half-marathon

Water activities: Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Lehigh River Gorge, PA, D&R canal

Air activities: Hang Gliding

Wildlife Safari: Ngorongoro, Manyara (Tanzania), Six Flags :)

Future (Big) Plans: Pikes peak, Mt.Rainier, Mt Whitney, Mt. Orizaba, Mt.Denali, Everest Base Camp, Skiing West, Heli Skiing, Full-marathon, 7-Summits - Dream Big!

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