Welcome to the Mommy Needs A Glass of Wine SAHM'S Group. The purpose of our group is for Moms to form a close-knit circle of friends who live in Charlottesville and surrounding areas. We are looking to make lasting friendships for our children and for ourselves and to provide each other with the support Mothers need, especially on those days when a glass of wine would seem helpful! ; ) Our group is a smaller group of around 25 members and is geared for babies around the same age: born after July …

This Group was created to join vegans or folks interested in veganism, together in a meetup group, who became vegan or are interested in veganism in an effort to live cruelty-free. This meetup group is for potlucks and social gatherings in the Charlottesville/Central Virginia area. A potluck every month or two is a great no-pressure way for vegans and people interested in veganism to meet one and other in a relaxed setting where we don't always have to question the ingredients of what is being e …

Welcome to the Charlottesville Photography Initiative! The CPI’s mission is to foster an open, friendly and professional environment in Charlottesville and the surrounding areas, providing an educational forum and building a community for amateur and professional photographers. The CPI's vision is to be the nexus for all things photography related in the Charlottesville and surrounding areas. In support of its mission and vision, The CPI: Provides a forum to bring local photographers together …

Whether you're new to motherhood, new to Charlottesville, or just looking to make new friends, we may be the right group for you! Meet local moms in the Charlottesville and surrounding areas while our kids play and learn from one another. Our members include working moms and stay-at-home moms. We have weekly activities including playgroups, field trips, moms nights out, etc. We're here to support and encourage each other as mothers, women, and friends!

This group is for Christian singles and couples in their 20s who are looking for people with whom to do activities.  This group is perfect for those who are new to the area and are looking for a way to get connected, get to know the area, and meet new friends.  The group is very welcoming to new members and we'd love to have you join us! Activities will mostly be held on the weekend but we will hold some weekday activities as well.  We usually do 1-2 activites per week. We are interested in do …

Dear Advaita Friends, When Stanley Sobottka organized Advaita Friends, he wrote, “This group is open to all who are interested in the teaching of Advaita, which is the teaching that the only Reality is Awareness.” This ancient teaching is always new in each moment, and we can realize it merely by turning our attention to the root of our awareness. This remains the focus of Advaita Friends, and I invite you to join us, if you share this interest. Alongside the social activities in Advaita Friends …

This group's purpose is to give it's members an opportunity to get out,socialize and have a good time. Some activities will be dinners out, cultural events, live music,happy hours, festivals, wine/beer tastings, Fridays after Five..whatever fun, interesting things C-Ville has to offer. No more sitting at home watching a video alone on a weekend!! Trips to DC and Richmond are not out of the question. Maybe trips farther away...who enjoys going alone and paying a single supplement? There are man …

Welcome to the Couples Meet-Up (of Central VA), a place to network and connect with other like-minded (or diverse!) couples/friends to share a coffee, a dinner, an evening out, or form ongoing and long-term friendships. Are you and your partner -- i.e., husband/wife/girlfriend /boyfriend/platonic friend/or significant other -- interested in meeting other friends and couples in the area for conversation, social outings, special events, and more? Wanna' check out that great Indian restaurant i …

Are you a football, basketball or baseball fan? Into boxing, soccer or golf? Welcome to the Sports Fan Meet-Up Group, a great way to socialize and meet other like-minded people for fellowship and fun --Football parties, Basketball games, Boxing Matches, Super Bowls, NBA Finals, World Series, Final Fours, the Masters Tournament, or anything that is interesting. Meet-up at local sports bars and restaurants, or host and attend casual get-togethers at home. Interested members can also Meet Up and tr …

Bienvenu(e), Bienvenid@, Willkommen, Baruch Haba, Bemvind@s, Funying, Karibu to our group! The point of this group is for fellow language lovers and learners to meet and practice with each other.  All members can suggest meet-ups anywhere in town to enjoy each others company and conversation. Anyone who can form basic sentences in any language is welcome to participate. We are looking for open-minded individuals who are interested in language, all facets of culture, current events, food, and win …

Get to know other moms in the 29 North area through mom's night out, book club meetings, playdates and other events.

This group is dedicated to helping individuals discover the benefits of becoming an independent business owner. Open to established independent business owners and to those who are interested in the idea of becoming financially independent with their own business. This is a place for meeting new people, making friends and building a local small/home business network. It is an open information exchange about the pros and cons of starting your own business and is NOT for cross-selling or marketing …

A weekly Oneness Blessing (Deeksha) Gathering The Oneness Blessing is a transfer of universal energy for the healing, activation and awakening of individuals to help expand their consciousness and experience the state of oneness. It starts a process that leads to the flowering of the heart and ever increasing self-acceptance, love, peace and joy in our lives. This energy awakens your heart and calms your mind. The blessing is given through a trained and certified practitioner by the placing o …

I love to scrapbook and make cards and everybody knows that it is more fun to craft with friends. If you paper craft (scrapbook, make cards, etc) or scrapbook digitally this is the group for you. Beginner or have been crafting for years there is something for everyone. And if you are a beginner a group is the best way to learn new things.

Outdoor Charlottesville brings together lovers of outdoor adventures to explore and enjoy nature’s beauty through a great variety of year-round activities. We hike, backpack, camp, climb, canoe, kayak, raft, cave, play broomball, ski, snowshoe, snowtube, and generally organize awesome events for our members. Our Leaders are volunteers, experienced in the activities they organize, and all certified in First Aid and CPR. Please visit www.outdoorcharlottesville.com to find out more about us includi …

Divorce is one of the most traumatic and stressful things that can happen in a person's life. This group is open to everyone of all faiths, ages, genders and sexual preferences. It does not matter what stage of separation or divorce that you find yourself in. We provide an outlet for people experiencing this journey to talk to each other. After all, many of us have lost friends, homes, financial stability, security, and in some cases our children and our self worth. We offer everyone the opportu …

Can you barely stand on roller blades?  Have you been playing for years?  It doesn't matter, as long as you're not so competitive that it's not fun.  If you've even thought about playing roller hockey, or you just want something to do, join this group.  Most likely nobody is going to be very good at it, but it will still be fun.  No checking or fighting, ever!  Guys and Girls welcome.  Nobody under 14.  And teenagers, no embarrassing the adults please. Rob has 3 extra sticks and an extra pair of …

The purpose of this group is to give those who love to read, but who may have a different schedule than the regular 9 to 5, a book club of their own. I (the organizer) have an unusual schedule and cannot be part of a book club that meets in the evenings, though I love to read and am very passionate about books. So I decided to start a book club of my own. We will meet once a month during a week day. Once I get enough interested people, perhaps we can decide on the day that would work best for ev …

Want to join a supportive, fun, inspiring, networking women's group? Yes, you can! It is the Life Success Circle for Charlottesville area women who are budding entrepreneurs, have a business or career, or are involved in a creative endeavor. Life Success Circle will be a place for positive energy and also inspiration, motivation, friendships, and balance. Share insights, experience, and wisdom in a relaxed environment. It will be your monthly quality time, when you can discover new friends, tips …

Looking for a safe and friendly circle of friends where you can learn how to enjoy mental silence? You have found it. Charlottesville Meditation Group is a place where we meditate to harness our own Inner Energy, that moves up and pass through six subtle energy centers. When it reaches the crown chakra, it helps us integrate with the Whole. During its course up, the Inner Energy clears the blockages in our energy centers, nourishes them and actualizes in the limbic area of brain, facilitating se …

Calling all wine lovers in the Charlottesville area! This is a group for anyone interested in tasting wines, exploring the wineries of the area, learning about how wines are made, discovering new wines from around the world, socializing, enjoying food and wine pairings, or even checking out the beer and cider venues in the area. We started this group to meet with other wine enthusiasts, and while we are the organizers, we would love for all members to be active participants in suggesting wine ou …

Socializing Group for Singles in Charlottesville,Virginia. This group is for Singles in the area to go out together  for movies , drinks ... Group members must be at least 21 . Please note, this is not a dating group. Group members will not be forbiden to date if connections happen.

Welcome! This is a new group that aims to bring young people together socially in the Charlottesville area. The goal is to help bring together those in their 20's and 30's (or those who are young at heart) for activities like happy hour, dinner, live music, and movies. It would also be great to get together some outdoor activities like hikes and camping trips! This group is for those who may be new to town or for those looking for new friends.

Like board games and card games? Queer? Come play games, eat chips, and drink beer in a non-weird and yet organized way. You don't need to know how to play, you don't need a date, and you don't need to drink to bring a new game to the table or to try your hand at beating the pants off everyone else. Pro-football fans who are passionate but not fanatical are particularly encouraged. We'll typically meet one Saturday a month at someone's home and play games from 7ish to 10ish. Depending on our num …

This is a group for ladies who don't have (and are *not* interested in having) children and who would enjoy meeting and hanging out socially with other, likeminded women in the area. Perhaps, like many of us, you have seen your social circles become smaller or more challenging over the years as your established friends start having babies, leaving you with less time to spend together, less in common to talk about, etc. Ideally, this will be an outlet for us to speak freely and make new acquainta …

This is a group designed for young professionals who have a second full time job, being a parent. Whether you are happily married, recently single, separated, divorced; by choice or persuasion; being a full time working parent can be both amazingly rewarding and unbelievably difficult. We all lean on those we know and this group is designed to help us find an even larger support system.

Like books? Single? Want to meet others who happen to like books and also happen to be single? Or maybe just make a friend or two? Then join The Single Reader's Book Club! This is a book club for anyone around 20-30 years of age, who are single, but tired of the whole bar/club scene and want to meet people over stimulating discussions of literature and current bestsellers... and of course over a plate of food at whatever restaurant we meet up at! Come check it out!

Socializing group for women . This is a new group, so I am open to ideas to make it grow.