Western Mass EatUp! is a social gathering of interesting, fun-loving and friendly foodies of any age who would like to try out the local restaurants, in particular those establishments that have an innovative chef who is committed to using fresh, seasonal and local ingredients whenever possible. Our members have the ability to schedule and host meetups themselves.  At this time we are dining off the regular restaurant menus and each person is responsible for their own meal and beverage costs.  P …

"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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

This group intends to bring together the hip stay at home mama and baby with others who feel the need for more social connections. Weekly get togethers in people's homes as well as outings to parks, malls, museums, libraries etc. Also interested in monthly nights out with other mamas who enjoy restaurants, dancing, movies and kicking back with a glass of wine...or two! Ideally seeking other young moms ranging from 25-35, but all are welcome to join. Siblings are welcome, but I'm hoping to keep t …

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.

Everyone ages 18-26 are welcome to join and no you aren't kicked out once you turn 27 lol, i just wish to keep a generalized "starting" age group. This is also a safe group for those who are LGBT, Hetero or pan. All are welcome, but all must be tolerant and respectful of there fellow members. Primarily we are a group of people who like to: hangout, watch movies, drink tea, bowling, play halo and enjoy a sweet game night on the weekend. This group is pretty welcome to all people and we are open t …

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 …

We are an easy-going group of people who want an excuse to get out of the house more, and talk about books, eat some food, drink some drinks, do some book swapping, etc. Our meetings take place on the first Monday of each month, at Forbes Library in Northampton. We meet downstairs, in the Community Room, at 7 pm. Our friendly librarians reserve the following month's book selection; just ask at the desk. The library lets us have snacks, so feel free to stop off at Haymarket or wherever. We …

Calling all fun-loving cyclists! This is a group for anyone interested in low-intensity group biking in North Adams. Bring the kids, get out on a Friday nite, meet friends, and enjoy the Berkshire summer! We can meet on Fridays for an easy, hour long leisure cruise around town. We can finish at a local restaurant for food and drinks. Its a great way to make friends, promote biking, and have fun! First Meet-up is May 17, 5:30 pm at the North Adams Public Library

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 …

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 …

The Spice of Life's Too Short Meetup is for singles 40 and over. Our intention is for single people to get together and have great times! Why sit home alone when you can meet some fabulous people. This is a diverse group and our activities are just as diverse. There is sure to be something you will enjoy taking part in. So far, we've met some great people and have been having fun. If you are single and over 40, you're welcome to join us! You have nothing to lose and lots of new friendships to ga …

A Bold Adventure A Group of Intrepid Hikers Intrepid = Adventurous. A group for anyone who love a good hike. Difficulty level of hikes will vary throughout the hiking season, though please note focus of group is hiking not walking. Generally speaking every hike has uneven terrain and some basic navigating of terrain is quite necessary. Most hikes are moderate/challenging difficulty and standard pace is 2 mile per hour and occasionally fast pace of 3 miles per hour. This not a running group but a …

My purpose in this site, and I am sure other members agree, is to spread the Joy of Salsa Dancing and create a Salsa Dance Community. I believe everyone should be touched by the magic of Salsa dancing. My name is Meli Morash, born and raised in Istanbul,Turkey. Being from the Mediterranean area I was exposed to Latin dances like Samba, Mambo, Cha-Cha- Cha, and Rumba, but did not know anything about SALSA. About 15 years ago my friend and I were in Cancun Mexico, I encounter the Salsa Congress. …

The focus of this group: To enhance our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health through a regular practice of communing in nature, moving our bodies, quieting our minds, and/or finding ourselves in fits of laughter and spirited connection with other women and friends.  To cultivate feelings of inner peace, well being and joy by pursuing activities that nourish, inspire, educate, and motivate us, with the fundamental goal of feeling GOOD -- in the moment, and beyond -- and to bring some …

A Meetup for Bronies in Western Mass, Vermont, Connecticut, and Upstate New York.

The concept: gather for 2 to 4 hours in and around the Pioneer Valley in Western Mass. We're interested in getting outdoors and having fun. A little bit of fitness, a little bit of nature, a little bit of camaraderie. Occasionally there will be hikes for people who want more of challenge and a more advanced hike. Our mission: meet fellow hikers, and experience the beauty of nature and discover new places.

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.

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 …

The Divine Within is intended for those who seek the Sacred in their everyday lives, and seek a community of others with similar interests. We believe that Spirit runs through us all, and that the experience of this lifetime in the material world is a sacred experience to be savored and appreciated. We are in a constant interchange of energies with our environment, and we seek to taste all of these energies and develop the inner strength to process them and easily release what doesn't serve us. …

BriefDating for Western Massachusetts Giving Serendipity a Helping Hand... Tired of the bar scene or internet dating? Don't know where to go to meet interesting people? Then come to a Singles Meetup to learn more about us! Meet singles who live or work near you! Meet new friends who have similar interests. Even find the love of your life... Through Meetup, I am enjoying planning events for the community, for single people of all ages, and backgrounds! http://www.briefdating.com +++++++++++ …

The mission of the Mohawk Trail Toastmasters club is to provide an accessible, mutually supportive and positive learning environment for residents of western Massachusetts in which every individual member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has been recognized as the leading organization dedicated to communication and leadership skill development. Through its worldwide network of clubs, each week Toastmasters helps more …

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 …

This is a group for those who want to explore the outdoors but at a leisurely pace, or who want to work up (or back up) to a more challenging pace in a sensible way. We are open to various sorts of outtings , trips and gatherings in addition to hiking and to joining with groups of more advanced hikers and outdoor activity buffs to challenge ourselves Tanglewood,  good  and fun Theater and  music  are especially of interest

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 …