Based in Gainesville, Florida Vegans for Peace is a real, face-to-face community and an online space for vegans, aspiring vegans and friends of vegans to gather. Mindful that veganism is not just a diet, but a way of living that seeks to avoid the use and exploitation of others, Florida Vegans for Peace (FVP) is dedicated to deepening the understanding of our obligations to other animals - nonhuman as well as human ones. FVP works with and through its members to find social and political soluti …

Grow a garden, share your bounty. Post your surpluses and barter with other members. You can trade, sell, or buy plants, seeds, herbs & produce as well as canned, juiced, & dehydrated goods. The beauty is you own what you care for and decide what to do with the harvest, even donate it to the less fortunate. Are you a seasoned professional? Share your tips & tricks! We prefer organic in order to be free of harmful chemicals and toxins. We encourage heirlooms so we can continue to grow our investm …

The Gainesville Dining and Nightlife Meetup Group is for Gainesville Area residents who would like to meet new people, try new restaurants and have a drink with new friends. Our sister group, the Gainesville Adventure Meetup Group is great for those who love the outdoors and want to engage in physical activities.

Single adults have a unique set of life circumstances. Our lives are different from all others due to our desire to be part of community, yet lack the desire to go places, do things alone. Christian singles find it especially difficult to meet new friends and ultimately develop relationships due to not wanting to go to bars or night clubs. Well, your prayers have been answered! Gainesville Area Singles Network is your place to meet new people, discover faith, feel acceptance, find hope, and ult …

Working Moms!!!!!!!!!!!!! We love our families! Whether you have a high powered career, own a business, or work part-time... you will find similar moms here. We love to gather our familes, meet for a girls night out, arrange playdates, and socialize outside of work. We are active members of Alachua county and would like to contribute to our society. Enjoy picnics, cookie exchanges, holiday parties, game nights, couples nights, network with working moms, network your businesses among moms, meet n …

Gainesville Young Professionals is a group that was created as a social outlet for 20-30 somethings who are new to the Gainesville area. Through regular meetups, member have the opportunity to experience what Gainesville has to offer while making new connections and hopefully gaining new friends in the process!

There is no single force more powerful than a Father, in a home, in the life of a wife, in the life of a child, in the life of a community, in the life of a school, in the life of a soccer team, in the life of a boy-scout troop, in the life of a neighborhood, in the life of a church. No one is as able as you are right now to make your home life an amazing place for children to grow, for wives and husbands to enjoy a strong marriage. This meetup is for ALL people of ALL races and ALL background …

Gainesville Hackerspace provides a physical space where hackers, engineers, scientists, artists, and other creative types can gather to share ideas, equipment, opinions, and even food. Members are likely to show up to work on personal projects, consult with other members, and learn new things. More than just a project work space, we aim to share all types of knowledge in a friendly and collaborative environment.

If you would like to meet and socialize with others who have a genuine desire to promote a culture of peace here where you live and in the surrounding area won’t you join us ? If you are for the end of war and for the peaceful resolution of all conflict won’t you join us ? If you believe you can make a difference in achieving peace on this planet by engaging in daily acts of civility and kindness towards others, particularly the victims of violence, won’t you join us ? If you are against land …

Join Gainesville's best motorcycle riding group! If your passion is riding, then sign up, show up, fuel up, and "Shut Up and Ride!!!" We are a group of friends who want to ride for the fun of riding, not bar hopping or shoe shopping. We ride safe, stay together, and welcome all motorcyclists and motorcycles. Gator Riders is NOT a motorcycle "club".  There is no "initiation" or member sponsorship requirement.  We are an extremely inclusive group that welcomes your participation with this and othe …

This group is for anyone who loves to read and wants to have one day a month to talk about the book with other book lovers! We will talk, discuss, watch, and learn about every title we select to read. In addition to discussing books, we hold volunteers opportunities, social meetups, and more! Join us and meet new people who have the same passion you do!

About MomMe We're putting the Me back into MomME! Do you ever feel like your individuality has been buried under your responsibilities of being a Mom? Do you find yourself wishing you had an adult to talk to once in a while? MomMe is a meetup group that's focused on creating a place that you can just be YOU! MomMe has a wide variety of social gatherings including Playdates, Mom's Night Out, Family Gatherings, Book Club, Crafting Club, Community Outreach and much, much more. Join now to build la …

I would so like to meet others to discuss anything relating to our multiple-layered universe, travel between dimensions, time travel, extraterrestrial life, the Spirit World; experiences had or perceived by others, ideas, summations of study from either reading, telepathy or contacts. I was thinking that we exchange e-mail addresses or meet for coffee at a restaurant or coffee shop in Gainesville or an outlying community. Perhaps Starbucks at Town of Tioga. That's just an example off the top of …

We gather socially to exercise and nurture one another towards total wellness.  Special interests are eco-friendly products and services, personal adjustment for happiness, financial peace, physical fitness, and environmental detoxifying.  We network throughout Alachua County gathering like-minded friends who wish to practice life on a more spiritually fulfilling path.

Come join us as we Meet & Greet each other, and enjoy a free continental breakfast with our morning coffees. As our group grows, we'll begin to plan outings; some Adventurous, some Dining, some Theatrical, and ALL just plain fun. We meet at Kanahapa Church, the little, white, historical church founded in the 1850s and located just off SW Archer Rd, not far from Haile Plantation. Our singles group includes all Christian Faiths, and welcomes those who just want to 'take a look.' Our group will mee …

The PSI group provides a non-dogmatic environment where people seeking to discover a true understanding of themselves and their place in the cosmos can work together. It encourages individual investigation and application of the teachings of people throughout history who have claimed successful discovery of the answer to the "Who am I?" question. And it serves as a matrix where each individual's progress can be accelerated by helping and being helped. Perhaps most importantly, you will find frie …

We are a group of adults age range from 40+ to 99+ interested in hiking, nature walks, park exploration, kayaking, traveling, volunteering, fundraising walks, marches, cycling, etc. All skills levels are welcome. This group was started to join other outdoor adult enthusiasts. Our goal is to schedule at least a monthly group activity. We are getting together to make our legacy, focusing on our accomplishments and our achievements and how we want them to be remembered. Through our lives, we encoun …

Find out why our community needs you! Learn about several local charity organizations from their directors and staff. Meet charity minded individuals and sign up for one of Pledge 5′s upcoming service socials. Representatives from United Way, Shands Arts in Medicine, The Arc, Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary, Catholic Charities, Gainesville Rabbit Rescue, and Pledge 5 Foundation will be present!

Are you polyamorous, a swinger, in an open relationship, or otherwise ethically non-monogamous? Do you live in the North Central Florida area and want to meet other other people who think and live lIke you? Come out and let's talk about what's on your mind. Once a month we will be hosting a discussion group, and other events throughout the month including movie nights, pub nights, pot-luck picnics, as well as family-friendly events. Come talk with us on Google+ at http://goo.gl/HwYbr and FetLi …