Not all creative people are looking for criticism.  Some just want inspiration, friends, and the chance to be creative with others who just get it.  While originally a writers' group, this group is going to tour great coffee houses, where members will have the opportunity to do art or writing alongside each other.  We'll be each others' cheerleaders on our journey, whether that be writing your memoir, standing in front of a microphone reading a poem or singing out loud, or just having friends to …

Northern NJ Women ages 35-55 who enjoy traveling locally to NYC and elsewhere for independent films, cultural events and making friends Our focus is to develop close personal friendships by spending one weekend day a month of quality time. We will begin in Northern New Jersey to get to know each other and eat and then using public transport as a group go to a scheduled event in New York City and see a film, go to a museum or other cultural activity. Making friends is about connecting and gettin …

The name says it all - we're a group of friendly, social cyclists and hikers who like to go for a good ride or hike and then share a tasty meal afterward, beer or water in hand. All levels of ability are welcome; we enjoy having a diverse group at our meetups.  s Every event has had a blend of experienced and beginner people, so don't worry if you haven't been on a bike in years or if this is your first meetup. As long as you come with a sense of adventure and good spirits, you'll fit in just fi …

this is a group based in the Montclair area mainly for younger people to socialize and make new friends. Our events include walks and exercise, artists and writers groups, brunch, dinners, happy hours, museum trips, and anything fun that will help get people together.

Big Beautiful Women (BBW) Big Handsome Men (BHM) and their admirers get together to hang out, have fun, go to new events, make new friends, and experience the state of New Jersey. This group was created when we discovered there was not an active MeetUp group to represent the BBW population. We are always looking for new members that are willing and able to be active within the group and have an interested in getting to know new people. Thanks a bunch, NJBBWS Movemet

This group was created to help bring like minded individuals together. Outdoor Activities range from Hiking, Mountain biking, Kayaking, Skiing/Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, Festivals, Astronomy...and pretty much anything in-between Indoor Activities Include: Wine, Beer & Spirit Tastings, Happy Hours, Dancing, Dining, Movies & Rock-climbing Always open for suggestions on anything!!!! Most Hiking events are Canine Friendly. *Please submit a recent photo of yourself (within the last couple years) so …

WHO ARE WE? We are a diverse meetup group providing a platform for New Jersey singles (male and female) over 40 to meet other singles for friendship or maybe even find someone special, while participating in fun activities. We know it can be difficult taking that first step to get out there and meet people you don't know. However, by providing fun, social events in a comfortable, non-threatening atmosphere, we can take that step together. You've got an automatic built in set of friends! This is …

Hello future friends! This is a group of mothers, many of us SAH, who believe in the life-long benefits of Attachment Parenting, a term coined by pediatrician William Sears. http://www.askdrsears.com/html/10/T130300.asp We agree with API's mission to create strong, healthy emotional bonds between children and their parents. "API believes that Attachment Parenting (AP) practices fulfill a child's need for trust, empathy, and affection and will provide a foundation for a lifetime of healthy relati …

Have you ever thought about taking up golf but had no one to go with (or interested in it, for that matter)? Tired of hearing other's talk about golf? Well, this is me in a nutshell and I am going to guess that it is you as well. Now, here is your chance to try the game everyone raves about. You don't have to be an expert or even know anything about the game right now. This group is being started to get to know other people and make some good friends. But most of all, to have a good time in lear …

Our friendly and welcoming Jewish singles group for ages 45+ invites you to join our group for our well attended monthly events held at Congregation Agudath Israel, 20 Academy Road, Caldwell, NJ 07006. Our monthly event, "Meet, Mingle & Schmooze" is an opportunity to socialize and meet new friends in a relaxed atmosphere. Light refreshments served. Cost: $5.00. All net proceeds of our events are donated to Congregation Agudath Israel. In addition to our monthly events, there will also be other s …

GROUP DESCRIPTION [scroll down to see schedule of upcoming meetings] Present moment awareness is a powerful way to find inner peace, cultivate self-knowledge, practice acceptance, and have more FUN ... even through the challenges of everyday life. At the Living With Tolle, Powerful Presence Now Meetup, we cultivate a healthy and stress-free way of life by helping people experience and celebrate the power of now. Our guide in this journey is ECKHART TOLLE (known for his inspiring best sellers "T …

Do you long for ways to live a more wholesome existence? Are you attracted to the idea of a more sustainable lifestyle while connecting with people who care about the same? Now is a great time to start creating the homestead you dream of.  Now is a great time to connect with a community of people who are interested in sharing their successes, sharing their skill, and sharing their joy of the same. The place to start your homestead is where you live right now! You can start right now, be it a 100 …

This group is open to anyone who would like to learn more about scrapbooking and altered art and jewelry making. We will meet to help one another in our scrapbooking and beading adventures by sharing techniques, swapping ideas and supplies and just friendly camaraderie. I am personally new at this and I hope to make some new friends who share my interest. Please join with me.

Put some hep in your step and groove to jazzy sounds of the Big Band Era and the cool blues at the Jersey bOunce Friday Night Swing Dance Party. Beginners will learn the basics of East Coast Swing, Lindy Hop at the included lesson. No partner needed! Join a friendly, inviting group and make new friends while learning to jump, jive and boogie. (And get great exercise without even knowing about it!) Downtown Montclair Women's Club, 82 Union Street, Montclair Lesson: 8:30-9:30 Dance: 9:30-11:30 BYO …

To dance, party and to enhance our social dance skills: Meet fun loving people (from NY, NJ, PA and DE) who enjoy music and dancing at upscale venues. You'll find a great mix of friendly singles and couples of all ages and skill levels sharing a common interest ... the ecstasy of dancing and socializing! Dancers, Newbies wanting to dance and Socializers alike are welcome. Let's feed our passion with travel and cruises.

Quienes somos Este grupo es principalmente para profesionales, estudiantes y empresarios  Mexicanos o México-Americanos, pero damos la bienvenida a personas de cualquier nacionalidad que tengan una conexión especial con México! Por ejemplo, lazos familiares, de negocios, han vivido en México, amistades extensas con mexicanos y autentico aprecio por la cultura mexicana. Se dirige principalmente a adultos de edades 21-45 que les gusta conocer a otros profesionales y socializar. Nuestro objetivo e …

Do you like to dance? Do you like to socialize? Are you about meeting new people? Dance, party, mix and mingle: Meetup fun loving people who enjoy music, dancing and socializing at upscale venues. You'll find a great mix of friendly singles and couples of all ages and skill levels sharing a common interest ... the ecstasy of dancing and socializing! Dancers, Newbies wanting to dance and Socializers alike are welcome. Each event description will let you know what is happening. Let's feed our pass …

A group designed for the mature individual who lives & works in New Jersey and is open to exploring more of what this State has to offer. Let's get away from Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest and get back to the good old fashion face to face interactions; however, this is not a dating group.  Hopefully this group will build lasting friendships and becomes the place to be when not too busy.  As the organizer, I pledge to be open to all suggestions and accommodate everyone as best as I can.  I only …

Are you looking for a weight loss buddy or you ave you lost weight and you're looking for others dealing with the challenges of losing weight and/or maintaining their weight? This is the support group for you! I lost a lot of weight about 5 years ago through healthy eating and regular exercise. I have managed to maintain my weight loss but it’s not without a lot of willpower and work, especially as I’ve gotten older. One of the most challenging parts to choosing a healthy lifestyle is having fam …

Hi gals! Ready to have some fun??? This group is for women in there 20s and 30s that are looking to meet new people, try new things and have a good time. Maybe you're new to the area and need to make friends, or you're from the area and your current friends have moved away, or you just feel stuck in a rut and looking to expand your social group. Either way please come join us!! The only requirements are that you are female, in your 20s or 30s, open to making friends and trying new things and lik …

Looking for a group of friendly people of 'all paces and smiley faces' to run with? Search no further. Fleet Feet Montclair hosts FREE, weekly group runs supporting runners, walkers and triathletes of all abilities. Whether you are new to the area (welcome!), new to the sport (woo whoo!) or getting back into running (you got this!), you'll be sure to meet new friends, find training buddies, and share the love of the sport with motivating, enthusiastic people like yourself. In addition to weekly …

When was the last time you took an hour for yourself to breathe?  Join us for an hour or two and network professionally and/or socially.  Pass your business card around  or just have a relaxing conversation with someone new. Join us! Many thanks, Pam

This is a group for anyone interested in photography or general picture taking.  The Montclair Aperture Club was started to bring together and network with fellow camera enthusiasts.  It is also our goal to connect with new friends to share experiences, techniques and tips.  All skill levels are welcome however we will be geared mainly towards the beginner to advanced amateur photographer.  The group will plan workshops, where you can learn the basics of photography, as well as picture-taking tr …

LADIES from North NJ! Do you want to learn or practice Turkish language and have the opportunity for language exchange? Regular practice is the key! Join us at this well established language exchange meeting organized specific time will be announced to brush up on Turkish language or learn some key sentences before traveling abroad, having conversation with Native Turkish speakers. • Do you have a Turkish neighbor, or friend from work or a husband? • Do you plan to travel to Turkey and want to l …

This is a group for any couple interested in getting out of their house and having some fun, meeting some new people, and doing something different! I recently moved from San Francisco back to my home town of Belleville, NJ and I looked for a group to find new friends and join in on some activities and it is harder than I thought so I figured that I would create my own now. My fiancee and I are looking for some other couples to make friends with. I figured let's go out for drinks, food, movies, …

This group is for "Adults" interested in meeting new friends or singles interested in casual drinks,coffee, dinner, conversation, entertainment, music, billards, darts, karaoke or poker. I am starting this group for people to meet new friends or singles with the same interests in a fun, friendly, quiet atmosphere. Come in and enjoy yourself with people that make you feel welcome and set aside your worries for awhile. Also, receive great discounts on great food and drinks!

Let's get some fresh air, clear our minds, make friends, and walk for our wellness! All levels welcome, friends are waiting to walk, talk, enjoy the outdoors, learn from eachother, and share some positive energy.

This group is intended to bring together Latinos with similar interest. I am single and new to NJ so I would like to focus on bringing single people together looking to make new friends; but couples are welcome as well! Being Latina myself I have found it hard to meet other Latinos in my area. I would like to have weekly get togethers at different places for dinner, drinks, outdoor events, dancing and anything else fun! Please bring your ideas so that we may experience something new every week. …