My intention is to build a network of passionate individuals that will work together toward building a wildlife sanctuary, permaculture garden and sculpture park in the New England area. This is a long-term idea looking to build itself from the ground up. Many different educations, talents, skills and values are needed to plan and launch such a project, so all are welcome to try this group out and become involved.  -Allie

Buddhism is a life long education to learn how to realize our human potential by transforming suffering into peace, joy and liberation. Looking for a community? Come and Join at the Mansfield Freeman Center for East Asian Studies 343 Washington Terrace Wesleyan University Middletown, Connecticut Most Sundays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Buddhist Faith Fellowship (BFF) is a visionary and deeply spiritual lay Buddhist community in Central Connecticut, established in the spring of 2001. We are …

Did you ever wonder what foods you are eating contain Genetically Modified Organisms? Did you ever wish foods that contain GMO's were labeled? This group will feature events centered around learning about GMO's and getting a labeling bill passed in CT. We are a positive and energetic group. Come join us!

The Fairfield Rock Climbing Group is an active community of local climbers (18+) that meet regularly to have fun, work out, and meet new climbing friends. We love to climb with anybody passionate about climbing. We don't see boulderers, trad climbers, sport climbers, young climbers, old climbers, newbie climbers, pro climbers...we just see climbers. If you're interested in checking out the sport or are an experienced vertical veteran, this group is for you. Our Mission: Unite the southern Conne …

Are you a native Spanish speaker who wants to make new friends, and share your conversational skills with others? Are you looking to improve your ability to converse in Spanish, to have fun meeting new friends, practicing your Spanish in a casual environment? Then come and join us! No matter what level you are at. Get together with people like you who would like to use their Spanish skills, meet new and interesting people. Through casual conversation of diverse topics in a real social setting, a …

Our mission is to continue to build on the efforts of the development community of New Haven -- and beyond! -- to make Connecticut the GREATEST place to be a software developer. To that end, we at Independent Software have developed the A100 Program. A100 is a software apprenticeship program that provides technical training to aspiring software developers to get them startup-ready, then matches them up with paid internships at local startups. We have lots of ways for you to benefit from and/or g …

Meet fellow Vegans near you! Come to a local Vegan Meetup and discuss living a compassionate, healthy vegan lifestyle. Have delicious meals, share your favorite vegan recipes and make new friends!

If you are anything like me you have realized that all of your friends have either moved away, moved on, have small children or just aren’t interested/don’t have time to “hang out” anymore. The only prerequisite to join this group is that you have the desire to actively build a strong circle of real girlfriends! This club is for ladies only, who just like you, are looking to make platonic women friendships. We will post fun, female-only events/activities in a safe and friendly child-free environ …

350 Connecticut is a community of people working to move Connecticut beyond fossil fuels through grassroots organizing.

My Photo Group is your photo group. If you are looking to get together for some fun photo sessions to add to and improve your photography or your portfolio then this group may be right for you. Browse through some of our pages to see what this group is about. To see if this group is for you, start with "Is this group for me?". You might also want to view some of our past meet ups to get an idea of what we have done. Our goal is to turn ideas into meet ups, meet ups into usable images and ultimat …

This group is for anyone who works from home in Newtown, Connecticut and would like to meet for breakfast, lunch or an occasional happy hour to build a sense of office community without going into the office. I started this group because, although I enjoy working from home, I also miss the camaraderie, sharing and chit-chat that occurs in an office environment. So if you are a: telecommuter, remote worker, small home-based business owner, sole-proprietor, job-seeker, stay-at-home parent, retiree …

Come and join us. Discover liberation from craving and addiction. Most Mondays 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Church of the Holy Trinity 381 Main Street, Middletown WE WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME YOU to our 12 Step Buddhist Group, a non- sectarian chapter  of the Buddhist Faith Fellowship of Connecticut. We are a community focused on recovery. We use both the buddhist version of the 12 Steps and the Buddha's Eightfold path to h …

Eagle Toastmasters meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 7:15 at the Park and Rec Building 6 Fairfield Blvd. Wallingford, Connecticut.   Guests are always welcome.  Our mission is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills. Eagle Toastmasters of Wallingford CT is part of Toastmaster's President's Distinguished Club, an achievement given only to clubs that meet …

Are you interested in developing your innate mediumship abilities in a safe space? Are you receiving messages from crossed over loved ones, angels, ascended masters and guides, but not sure how to be in command of your abilities? Come learn how to hone your God given abilities in a safe environment led by Sage. This group is open to all levels of experience, for people willing to be devoted and disciplined in developing their sacred gift of mediumship. This group meets every Tuesday from 9:30-11 …

The Urban Professionals Network is a unique lifestyle brand and social club. We offer an exclusive and intimate environment to interact with progressive, goal focused Urban Professionals. Our members primarily reside in Connecticut with additional Meetup groups in Boston,MA & Rhode Island. The Urban Professionals Network is headquartered out of New Haven, Connecticut serving the major Metropolitan markets of New England; Boston, MA, Providence, RI , Fairfield County, Greater New Haven, and Great …

I am a Mom who wants to offer her services to those who are considering Cloth Diapers as an option for their little ones. If you've thought about going this route but aren't sure how, then join! I will schedule meet-ups as interest arises and teach you everything you need to know. My goal is to assist families in making the decisions that are right for them and to offer the support they need to make their cloth diapering experiences successful and enjoyable. Already CDing? Join to offer encourag …

The crew at Denali Cheshire invites you to join us on an outdoor excursion! Activities will include hikes, small group runs, trail runs, yoga/pilates instruction, expedition presentations, clinics, outdoor photography hikes, trail maintenance and so much more. Anyone interested in getting outdoors, engaging in an outdoor sport or activity, and appreciating and caring for our environment is welcome!

The core of the Jewish Business League is to provide a stimulating and rewarding environment that improves our members' success in business and the community. This success is achieved by fusing business acumen with civic engagement which are both hallmarks of Jewish businesspeople throughout the State of Connecticut. The JBL is not a networking or leads-passing group.

Our group will educate and rally connecticut to inform our politicians that this is the year that GMO's deserve to be Labeled! What are GMO's? from www.labelgmos.org A genetically engineered food is a plant or meat product that has had its DNA artificially altered in a laboratory by genes from other plants, animals, viruses, or bacteria, in order to produce foreign compounds in that food. This type of genetic alteration is not found in nature, and is experimental. The correct scientific term i …

Hi. My name is Nicole  (owner of Events Made Easy) I hold dating events in the New Haven area (but not limited to). We host speed dating events, singles events/mixers, provide coaching for dating, private matchmaking services, plus lots more! Inquire me at eventsmadeeasyllc@gmail.com for more info if you are interested! Have you heard about speed dating?? he events we host are speed dating, where singles sit and talk, and every 5-8 minutes everyone switches tables and talks to someone else. I d …

This is a Meetup dedicated to improving and mapping Connecticut using OpenStreetMap. We educate new users in how to edit and hope to provide a social environment and meetups such as MappyHours. Feel free to show up and join, all are welcomed as long as you are friendly and want to learn / contribute to OpenStreetMap. Mapping hiking trails, bike lanes and other outdoor features in mapping parties are possible.  Most of all we encourage others to have fun, while mapping their communities.

Mother Dharma A Buddhist Gathering for Mothers and Babies A unique opportunity for women to begin or continue their meditative practice and Buddhist studies in an informal community setting during early motherhood. “The heart of reality is a dirty diaper.” Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche This is the true spirit of a Shin life. We use everyday activities as a springboard to sanity. It is our hope that you will join us in an effort to nourish the spiritual foundation of a happy, healthy family. We meet t …

-Are you a Tantrica or just curious about Tantra? -Are you interested in meeting other practitioners of this ancient art? - What exactly does Tantra mean? -Why are so many people exploring Tantra? - How can Tantra improve my sex-life? -Is the Tantric path right for me? -Can I practice Tantra even though I work a regular 9-5 job? You may wish to join this group if you have ever asked yourself any of these questions. The Ashimore Center is happy to sponsor Taste of Tantra in Fairfield County. Our …

We are a group of small business and corporate professionals. We are looking to find other individuals throughout the state who are passionate about their profession and those who want to seriously increase production while helping others do the same. Getting to know the right people can be just what your business needs. The Business Referral Group of Connecticut (BRGCT) is an advocate for your company, creating a productive atmosphere of growth and success that everyone benefits from. We plan o …

This group helps parents learn natural options & strategies as well as offer support. All those dealing with Children having ADD/ADHD Symptoms are invited to attend. Your child does not have to be diagnosed as ADD or ADHD to attend, just exhibiting symptoms. I started this group because when my daughter was diagnosed ADHD, the only line of defense given to me by the doctors was to medicate her with a Narcotic. I have found that these types of symptoms can occur for many reasons & could be relate …

Improve your public speaking and leadership skills in a fun and "safe" environment. Bethel Toastmasters enjoy learning and practicing speaking in front of a non-judgemental group with varying skill levels. Join us as a guest with no commitment or fee.

As a young professional in 2012, chances are you’re short on time but big on making a difference. We hear you. Think there’s no way you can have an impact on today’s environmental problems? Think again. Maybe you have only a few hours to give each month, or maybe you’re looking to make real, lasting change to the future of nature in Connecticut. Either way, we have a place for you. Check this space often for updated listings of work days and events, and – if you haven’t already – be sure to “lik …

The Bourse Coworking Loft - A beautiful downtown New Haven space for: Social innovation, startup cultivation, idea exploration, and creative collaboration. A uniquely inviting working environment. Come join us and try our space for free!