181 Meetup Groups match “Friends” near Lees Summit, MO
"The only way to have a friend is to be one." -Ralph Waldo Emerson This group is meant for people who want to have fun, seek adventure, and make new friends. This group is not limited in its activities just in the time to do them all. We post meetup events every weekend and we look for interesting and fun things to do so if you are interested in one of our activities or if you have an idea of your own just feel free to join us and make new friends.
Are you a foodie? This is a group for people that enjoy international foods. So if you like to try unique dining experiences, are an adventurous cook, like to swap recipes, enjoy drink and wine, love cultural activities, and want to meet new friends, then this group is for you! This group will explore local venues for ethnic dining and culture. We will be having monthly dining-out experiences and occasional themed potlucks, will learn about cultures from each other, and see what the KC area has …
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KC Friends of Film is created to provide film-loving people an opportunity to view independent and main stream films. Some events will conclude with discussion, q and a with key players and/or socializing at a designated spot. You should join the group if you have an interest in film, enjoy art in many forms, or just like to get out with a friendly group of people! This Meetup is sponsored by KCWIFT-Kansas City Women in Film and TV, a dynamic organization of women and men dedicated to empower …
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Greetings, fellow Seeker of Fun! Thank you for your interest in Kansas City's fastest-growing and Most Active Meetup Group! This group was started in late July 2012, for friendly, outgoing, open-minded FUN SEEKERS who love to get out and do a variety of diverse, entertaining, stimulating (and occasionally Kid & Pet-friendly) social activities that cost way less than a finger and a toe to enjoy. Nine months down the line (we've been around only that long. Impressed? :), our Member count, Events, …
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This group is designed to be as kid-friendly, as parent-friendly, and most importantly as family-friendly as possible. The purpose of this group is to facilitate making new friends while discovering new family-friendly activities in and around Columbia. Anyone is welcome to join for free whether you're a parent, a grandparent, an aunt/uncle, or just want to make new friends. This meetup will post a variety of activities including trail hikes, bowling, camping, game nights, canoeing, swimming, …
Have you ever wanted to try a cleanse? Or, fast with a friend? “Cleanse with Friends” is the best possible way to embark on the adventure that a cleanse can be—supported by friends that have gone there before. History tells us that cleansing and fasting have been used as a means to health and renewal for thousands of years. On the physical level, cleansing allows our bodies to rest from daily metabolic activity and instead spend energy on repairing and strengthening our systems, and cleansing o …
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Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …
It's hard making friends, especially when you are a couple looking for other couples to hang out with. Coupler is our group for young couples (30-) to get together, meet and make some new friends. We want to round up other fun, outgoing and social couples like ourselves to hang out and become friends with.
Whether you are already fit or want to be fit, everyone needs exercise in their life. We are here to help you find fun ways to enjoy exercise in your life! This group is to help you meet more fitness-minded friends. Let's create a circle of friends that encourage one another to get in the best shapes of our lives! There will be various meetups, including group exercise classes, small group training, peaceful jogs in the park, nutritional seminars, finding healthy ways to have fun on the weekend …
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This is a group for GLBTQIA people and their friends and supporters in Kansas City. Lets get out and enjoy what Kansas City has to offer together! We will be doing a wide variety of things here from entertainment and social events, to helping out in the community through volunteerism. This group is about bringing people together! We will post events and ask our members to suggest events as well, don't be shy it's time to get out and be Gay KC!
This book club is open to all women that want to read and discuss books written by and about women about various topics from all over the world. We'll meet at least once a month in different parts of the city and have lively discussion! I hope this will be an opportunity to women from a variety of backgrounds to come together to make new friends, challenge their own assumptions, grow as individuals and have fun. This group is LGBT friendly and welcoming of all ages, religious beliefs (or lack of …
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This is a group for anyone in their 20s-30s-(must be at least 21) interested in meeting new people! I chose the name because If you are new to the city and need a new friend, this group is great lunch, brunch, bowling, dinner, drinks, coffee dates, nightlife, dining out etc! All the things young people do to just enjoy life! I started this group because I am new to KC and am looking to meet local friends! My husband is also new here, he's 28, and hopefully he can make friends as well! I am 25 a …
BLUESIACS - damn right, we got the blues!!! Kansas City is the greatest for Blues, thanks to all the talented local musicians, great venues and the fantastic Blues Community of people who love LIVE BLUES. The Bluesiacs are very ACTIVE members in this Community. We enjoy and promote our great Blues musicians and venues by attending their shows… we welcome you to join us… we will have events at clubs, festivals, and on private property. Locally: Be ready to go everywhere from Knuckleheads to BB's …
This group is for people living in or near the Waldo/Brookside area of Kansas City, who would like to connect, make friends, socialize and discover and do things in and around the area.
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This group has been formed as an opportunity to provide an outlet across a variety of avenues and arenas. There are a ton of "girl groups" and women's clubs and groups out there, but a void exists for a men's club. This group is a throwback to the men's clubs of the 1920's through the 1970's. This might be the group for you if: -You're looking to make some good, "quality" guy friends to be able to call up and go do something with, hang out with and actually bond with. -You're sick of the same "5 …
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This group is for Lesbian, Bisexual, Queer, and Lesbian-Friendly Women in the Kansas City area to meet for fun, casual activities and to have a good time. This is not a dating site; it's a place to make new friends. Please take a look around the site and see what we're about before you join. I started this group because I when I moved back to Kansas City I noticed a serious lack of lesbian community here. Obviously, I knew the community was difficult to find here - that's why I moved to Chicago …
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Professionals in the close to 40 and older age group looking for group social gatherings of arts, culture and good conversation throughout Johnson County and the KC metro area. This membership is aimed at forming solid friendships with those who enjoy the finer side of life. This is not about being pretentious, rather embracing the wisdom that comes with age, and appreciating the finer things. We will meet in relaxed settings and upscale settings as well. We are hoping to fill the niche meet …
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We watch all types of film at Hollywood Theater or Liberty Hall on Saturdays at show times after 12:00/noon. We see independent and main stream films, old, new, Oscar Winners & losers, fantasy to futuristic, Disney to Tarantino. Afterward we meet at Jason's Deli or a location on Massachusetts for coffee, food & conversation. Our warm friendly group meets one Saturday a month and is open to women 40 & up for film discussion, meeting new people, making friends and exchanging arts information. Watc …
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*Why are art, mythology, religion, and philosophy so essential to the human experience? *How can dreams help guide me? *What are archetypes, and how are they influencing me as I live into the stories of my life? *How does the unconscious side of my psyche…my Shadow…influence my behaviors? *What is alchemy, and how can I utilize it and other esoteric and mystical disciplines as vehicles for my own personal growth? The Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung explored these questions and pioneered theor …
The object of this Singles group (age range 40 to 60) is to have a fun, taste beer, wine and explore the different venues in Kansas City.... including bars, restaurants, beweries, wineries. liquor stores that offer wine and beer tasting events. We will gather to laugh have fun and learn more about beer and wines as cost effectivly as possible. Over time this group has evolved into a great group of friends who enjoy beer, wines and food together. We are a singles group of great friendships not …
Must Love Dogs invites you and your dog(s) the opportunity to enjoy all this city has to offer while making new friends. Pet friendly events put on by others in the area as well as stuff we plan. Current and potential dog-owners welcome! My husband and I have 4 (at the moment), so if you don't have one or yours doesn't play well with others, you can always borrow one for the day. :) If you know of a community, pet-related event that isn't listed here yet, please email me directly through this si …
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This is a meetup for women of all age groups to join together for fun, friendship and the ability to let your hair down without being judged! We will go on endless journeys together-I am a wonderful event planner! Dinners, parties, crafts, day trips, and maybe even exercise groups! Endless possibilities! Just gals being BEST FRIENDS FOREVER!-B.F.F. B.F.F. Meetup is for all gals who accept other women for who they are, unconditionally. This group is for women of all races and religion and does …
PFKC seeks to establish a community of polyamorous individuals, couples, and families, to normalize the polyamorous lifestyle and educate the public on the nature of atypical relationships. Come enjoy a stigma-free environment with other open-minded people over a variety of events, from family-friendly BBQs to 21-and-over meet and greets. This is an LGBT friendly group with a strict anti-sexual harassment policy. We want everyone to feel welcome and to have a good time! If you do not identify as …
Don't you just wish you could have a great group of girlfriends like you used to have in high school or college? It's hard to meet new people sometimes! Are you done going to bars and clubs and ready to have a wide range of fun get together and social activities available to you? Well, the goal of this group is to give us women a break from our busy lives, kick up our heels, and have some good fun! From common fun things such as movies, window shopping, hiking, potlucks, coffee/lunch, ice cream …
We are an award-winning dog walking group in Kansas City that strives to create a safe environment for dog owners to work on socializing their pets. We will hold regular, structured group walks for up to 20 dogs at a time in various locations around the Kansas City metro. All types of dogs and people are welcome, but for everyone's safety, we have a few rules that every participant must follow in order to walk with us: *One dog per walker *No face-to-face greetings for the dogs *Give every do …
Working moms have a lot to balance and, let's be honest, taking care of ourselves isn't usually our first priority. Friendships, relationships, body-image and our sense of self can all suffer if we are feeling unbalanced. This group was created to give women the opportunity to socialize, unwind, and connect with other moms facing similar challenges. Whether you are single, married, dating, going to school, working part-time, full-time, or staying at home, I think we can all relate to the joys an …
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The Mixed-Breed Mixer is a free community event that celebrates dogs and the people who love them. It will be a casual evening of relaxation, music, food, shelter tours, and dogs playing in our fenced yards. All dog-friendly, altered, vaccinated dogs welcome. Come and meet new friends while your dog does the same!
Create Your Own Reality empowers individuals to explore the creative process by bringing people together in a supportive, encouraging and resourceful community environment. Do you have a collection of objects or items set aside for a project that has not been realized? Are you waiting for a special moment to release your creative self? Want some time to work on a project you have started and still be social? Started by Darcy Bloss, Create Your Own Reality brings together friends, acquaintances, …
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This is a group for anyone who is interested in exploring the heart of America. Affordable, close to home outings that are not extreme, just enjoyable. Pick and choose from a variety of interests such as camping, biking, hiking, canoeing, museums, festivals, restuarants, movies, wine & brewery tastings, & social events.
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Friends of Community Media is a non-profit corporation serving the Kansas City area devoted to improving the content and accessibility of the media. It is FCM’s belief that the foundation of a successful society and the catalyst to all positive change is informed and active citizens. FCM works to support locally-based, objectively-minded media producers; promote diverse, community-responsive programming; and advocate for under-covered, investigative reporting. http://www.ourfcm.org/ Friends of …
This group offers volunteer opportunities in the Kansas City area. Our goal is to make volunteering in Kansas City both easy and fun! Our mission is to help people and organizations to make positive change in the world by providing volunteers, project management, consulting and other support services. If you believe in the value of serving your community and making new friends, we encourage you to donate your time! Don't forget to join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/g
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