It seems that many social groups, as well as many opportunities we have to meet new people, tend to revolve around drinking. While it is a common activity among 20 to 40 year olds +, events where alcohol is a central focus may not provide an ideal atmosphere or solid foundation upon which quality, lasting friendships and relationships can be built. It is often challenging for those of us who don't drink to find opportunities and venues where we can socialize with like minded individuals. This g …

Do you love to read? Would you like to try new restaurants over some great discussions with new friends? Welcome to the Syracuse Ladies R.E.A.D. (Read, Eat, and Discuss) Book Club! I decided to start this book club to find others like me - women who love to read and then talk about it with fun people while trying great food! We meet at least once every month to discuss a book selected by the group. We also have occassional social get togethers depending on members' interests. Please check out th …

This is a group for all LGBTQ individuals and allies in the Upstate New York area who are interested in finding a open, safe, and fun space to hang out with other people within the community. We are an all-inclusive group, we welcome butch, femme, bi, trans, queer . . . basically any way you identify! We are here to have fun and enjoy the company of the members of our community - so no drama and no catty behavior allowed! Our hope in starting LADIES is to build a friendly and welcoming place to …

Welcome! We are a group designed just for you, a mother, who wants to share experience, advice, support and make new friends. Through this group you can connect with other friendly local moms in a loving, fun, safe, healthy environment. We believe being a mom should not isolate you so please bring your children along to our events. Stay-at-home, full time, part time, work from home, expecting and new moms are welcome to join. Please visit our " About  " page for more info about our amazing group …

Are you looking for a fun, friendly, active playgroup? Want to make new friends and find support in a community of young moms? Then you've come to the right place! If you are looking to make lasting friendships for you and your children, look no further. This is the place for you to meet new people who can relate to all the unique challenges that come with being a modern mom. We strive to be an extremely close knit group, a place to really make life long friendships. Our goal is to be more like …

Syracuse Professional Moms is a group for having fun with kids, making new friends and trying new activities. We welcome all types of families (i.e., single moms, dads, same-sex couples, whatever works for you!). We have playdates with kids, Mom (or dad) Nights out, in-home play dates as well as a variety of public events. We are focusing the group on professional and working parents or expecting parents, although all are welcome. However,  playdates are weekday evenings or weekends due to our b …

The Syracuse Happy Hour Adventure Group's focus is on the "HAPPY" part of getting out together around town – we keep the focus light and concentrate on just having fun as a group. We currently have over 500 members that are made up of couples and singles with an age range from 20’s – 60’s. There are always people to meet up with at an event so once you join you’ll never have to go out by yourself or stay home alone again if you don’t want to. The organizers of this group are very active and work …

Hello! Welcome to the CNY Creative Writers Cafe! Please note that the CNY Creative Writers Cafe is currently closed to new members. However, please feel free to contact me, Emily, the Organizer, about possible future membership. The CNY Creative Writers Cafe is a workshop for writers of all experiences, genres, and forms (fiction, nonfiction, poetry, script writing--you name it). We have a casual, constructive atmosphere in which seasoned or beginning writers meet and share writing, ideas, crit …

Welcome! We would love to have you join us for a run and a beer some Monday night in the Greater Syracuse area! Hashing is open for everyone! There are no annual dues, just pay five bucks each time you come and your first time is free. Our runs are non-competitive and co-ed! It's all about the making exercise fun! The group has to follow a course of flour marks to get to a beer stop along the course for a mini-happy hour. Different flour symbols are used to designate the “true trail” to the “B.N …

This group is for all women of any age who would like to meet other women in the Syracuse area for friendship! Gather with women in your local area who share the same goals and interests as you. See what activities are planned -- monthly dinners and brunches, trips to the theatres, movies, night life, volunteering, etc.  The possibilities are endless and ideas for new meetups are always welcome.

This group is for those in their 20s and 30s in the Central New York area looking to meet new people and try new things, see new events, etc. An easy way to connect with a diverse group of people and see all that CNY has to offer. If you have any ideas about meet ups feel free to let me know.

Hello fellow writer! Welcome to the CNY Writers Haven--a haven for all things writing. We are a group dedicated to helping writers, published or unpublished, become better writers by offering weekly critiquing sessions and workshops aimed at giving you the knowledge, resources, and tools you'll need to be successful in the fast-paced, ever-changing world of publishing. Our critiquing process is conducted in a nonjudgmental and constructive manner so you can be assured that you, and your work, wi …

This is a group for anyone interested in the fun and convenience of Pole Position Raceway in Syracuse NY. As the group grows, we will organize group events and possibly form a league. The goal is to have a group of experienced racers who know what they're doing on the track, as well as a friendly environment in which to get new drivers "up to speed".

Meet fellow web designers near you! Come to a Web Design Meetup to compare tools, languages, and templates; trade advice on careers, rates, and freelancing; and share cool websites. Make valuable contacts as you mingle with new friends!

We are women who are in the professional sector and are excellent in our respective careers; while at the same time striving to keep Christ as our cornerstone. We aim to put the bible as our standard, while fellowshipping with other professional women who want to do the same. We support one another, provide networking opportunities, and all the more, HAVE FUN as we meet weekly to be the best we can be for Christ.

Syracuse and Central New York has a wide variety of sushi restaurants. This group is all about finding and trying different sushi and sashimi restaurants as a group in the area. It is the goal to try a different restaurant each month. I would like to work with the restaurants to develop a tasting menu whenever possible. When it's not, we can all order from the menu. If you want to try the different sushi in Central New York, join us. If you want to meet others who like sushi, join us. If you w …

Valkyries were maidens of Old Norse mythology who ride through the air to battlefields where they picked up heroes who died, carrying them up to Valhalla (some consider this similar to heaven). This group is for men, women, and youth in the Central New York region who wish to get involved in taking a stand against domestic violence and by being involved, show support for victims, survivors, and family and friends whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence. Members promote local events s …

Calling all Veterans: Join the Syracuse area Veterans’ Writing Group that has been in session since March 2010. We meet monthly at the Syracuse University Writing Center on the SU campus. The focus of the group is on writing nonfiction accounts (memoirs, autobiographies) of life in and out of the military. Veterans of all ages, branches of the military, and conflicts are welcome. Supporters of veterans (family members, loved ones) are also welcome. You need not have any prior experience with wri …

We are a social networking group of young-minded, active, and adventurous men and women over age 40, located in the Central NY area. Our group consists of both singles and couples. There is a saying that "Life begins at 40". There is some truth to this, as 40 seems to be a milestone age at which many people assess where they are in life and hopefully by then they have also gained some useful perspective. From my experience, most people 40 and above have acquired some improved communication skill …

Want to learn a new language? Want to meet new friends? The Syracuse Esperanto Society is a group for individuals in Syracuse and Central New York who want to study, speak, and promote the use of Esperanto. Newcomers and people who are interested in learning more about the language are welcome. What is Esperanto? Esperanto is an international language first published in 1887, the aim of which is to improve international communication and understanding. Today, Esperanto a living language used by …

United Tech Meet Up welcomes entrepreneurs, capital investors, angels, social media strategist and social media lovers. United Tech Meet Up is a place for Central New Yorker's who are looking to utilize technology in an innovative way to increase their quality of life, business, organization or social group. Come out and bring a friend to network, discover new tech businesses in our area, witness demos, receive giveaways, attend trainings, seminars and so much more!

Meet with others in your local area interested in various forms of Therapy. Whether you work in the field as a Therapist, or are simply looking for others who are experiencing the same type of therapy, gather to discuss and make new friends.

Welcome to the world of volunteer travel, an amazing and exciting new way to make a difference when you travel. Travel the world and align your passion to help others, with a cause, an event or a non profit agency seeking to making a difference in the lives of others. Programs in the US and around the world enable participants to travel, learn, give and grow. Learn about participatory philanthropy and experience your destination in a richer and more meaningful way. If you have already traveled t …

This group is for those whose lives are touched by Borderline and/or Narcissistic Personality Disorders. We hope to create understanding of these disorders that affect our spouses, children, parents, and other loved ones, provide support, and encourage healthier relationships.

I started this group as a way to meet others who enjoy visiting beautiful gardens and seeing spectacular displays of flowers. Garden Gals will travel together via carpool to flower festivals like the Rochester Lilac Festival and the Albany Tulip Festival, visit renowned gardens including the Sonnengberg Gardens and Winterthur, and attend Flower Shows in cities such as Boston and Philadelphia. No gardening skills required!