This running group is open to everyone, newbies who have never run before and looking to start, weekend joggers, or seasoned marathoners looking for the renewed inspiration that comes from the companionship of other runners sharing their passion for this sport. It's all about making friends who run and running with friends we make. We'll share our knowledge on exercise, weight loss, gear, training tips and techniques, racing, injury prevention and recovery, all while sharing a good run. Distan …

These are interesting times to be alive with and we have the opportunity today, right now, to change what occurs by the choices we are making and the questions we are asking. What is your target? My name is Susan Lazar Hart, Relationship Counselor, Personal Coach and Licensed Access Facilitator, and as I continue to teach classes, travel the globe and work with clients to create more ease and joy in their lives, I ask this question: What else is possible? My target is to spread consciousness to …

A small group to attend chamber music concerts, and have dinner at a restaurant before evening concerts and after afternoon concerts. (Typically, a modest $15-$20 meal in the town where the concert is.) Mainly, the group is intended for people who normally subscribe to or occasionally attend the Music In Deerfield (@Smith), Music at Amherst --Chamber,  Chamber Music at Wistariahurst, and/or other local faculty recital (e.g. UMASS) concerts alone or in a small group, and wish to add on the experi …

This is for thirty-something women (married, divorced, single, transplants, have kids, no kids, etc.) who are looking for a friendly and active group of fellow women to hang out with. Some activity ideas are hikes, live music, wine tasting, dinners out, and girls nights out. Pretty much anything the group would like to do. Northern CT and Western MA (Springfield & Northampton areas). ALL MEMBERS are required to have a GOWTG profile with a picture of your head and shoulders. No blurry pics, sungl …

I am starting this meetup group for those of us who want to do or attend social events in the community or design our own within the group. Often, older gays would enjoy an adventure, activity, movie etc. but do not have a companion or friend to share them with. My proposal is to facilitate a way for us to meet others who enjoy similar interests or to try new ones or just to meet and expand our social lives. I can envision many ways this may happen and all who join can promote their own and …

This group is for Practical Idealist to share ideas, skills and resources….a place to vision, debate and collaborate. Let's have conversations that have never happened before! Let's create real world solutions that celebrate our individual desires and honor the needs of our collective future. Let's enjoy the process and each other. I'm hoping to gather a diverse group of creative, positive people that truly embrace the gift of different perspectives and are excited to cross-pollinate. If you as …

The purpose of this group is to build community for LGBTQ women in the greater Pioneer Valley area. The hope is that this group becomes a way to to create a fun, supportive community for gay/queer women in the area, especially for women who have recently moved here, women who have recently come out and women who simply want to grow their social circles. We are an inclusive group for women of all ages and backgrounds who identify as gay or queer in any way. As organizer, it is my plan to personal …

I love seeing live music. This group is for people like me, whose spirits are lifted by good music and who also want to support local musicians and venues. If you’re fed up of dragging reluctant friends to see a great band at a local venue, or just want to get to know some fellow music lovers, then this group is for you! I hope we can meet up a couple of times a month in various venues around the Northampton area – including the Iron Horse and Pearl Street. You can check out bands you like and …

Are you an active person who is always up for a new adventure? If you are looking to join a group that is friendly, safe, and a lot of fun this would be a excellent choice. I am looking to find a group of people that like to do all different activities such as SKING! (just in case that wasn't already clear) , climbing, Yoga, Frisbee, roller coasters, movies, Djembe etc. If you are interested in an event that is scheduled please RSVP so I know to keep a eye out for you.

Are you the first in your family to attend or complete college? Do you know that the longer you stay in college the more of a statistical anomaly you are? In fact according to NPR: "only 15 percent of first-generation college students complete their degrees within 6 years". Lubrano, in his book, 'Limbo: Blue-Collar Roots/ White Collar Dreams' coined the term 'straddlers' to describe the unique challenges, blind spots, anxieties, and pressures faced by people who are the first in their family to …

The Pioneer Valley attracts all different types of people from diverse places for many reasons. Let's meet up to share our stories and compare notes on our new surroundings! The group is open to anyone who is new or new-ish to the area, or to those who have been here for a while and just want to meet some newbies.

Hello, This groups purpose is to bring together lesbians of color (African American, Latina, Multi-Racial, Native American ect) who would like to meet and socialize with other lesbians of color in a safe,friendly and nonjudgmental atmosphere. The group is not a place for dating so if those are your intentions this group is not for you. I started this group in hopes of bringing women of color together for socializing, community activities and events, plays,movies or just hanging out. If this soun …

Feeling isolated in the Valley? Needing to find a group or network of close friends to share fun, laughter, camaraderie and challenges living in the Valley away from your home or country of origin? Let's get together and share experiences to help grow, root, and make life tolerable and interesting in the Valley.

Lets get together and connect and share our trials and triumphs living with this condition. This group is for anyone looking to meet others that have this condition, for support & friendship.

We are the Western Mass. Green Consortium (WMGC), a social network dedicated to sharing information about and promoting environmental sustainability, green building, energy efficiency and renewable energy in accessible and fun social events. Started four years ago by Easthampton green builder, Sean Jeffords, and friends, WMGC has grown to include a network of 3,500 individuals and businesses across Western Massachusetts. The popular monthly “Green Night” events kicks off every 2nd Wednesdays at …

If you are looking to become the best version of yourself in order to make the most money, help the most people and live your best life, then this is the group for you. Leaders are Readers and Success Leaves Clues. Our definition of Success is TRUE HEALTH: mental, physical and financial. In this group we will address all three because that is the ultimate life! Throughout the year we will take a journey on the path paved by the greatest motivational leaders of our time by reading the books that …

"There are so many queer people around, but not much real queer community!" I've heard this too many times since moving to the Pioneer Valley so I thought we should change that. This is a group where queer and trans* people can make friends have fun together. Allies are also welcome to many events ("allies welcome," or "please, no allies" will be clear in the description of that particular event). We aim to create a safe place to bring up our questions, our fears, our pain and our joy; all of wh …

G.E.M. is a healing circle of the art of intuitive listening and muscle testing as developed by Mayer R. Kirkpatrick. L.Ac. I have the passion to share this wisdom healing art. I was guided to bring GEM forward at this time of evolutionary shifts on our home, Gaea / Pachamama. We are being pulled forward to heal in ways that were not so easy before. Join with others who are taking the courage at this time to say yes to Love and Peace and learn practices to clear the blocks and interferences. We …