Florida Voices for Animals (FVA), sponsors of the Annual Tampa Bay VegFest, is a nonprofit organization. Our members work for the compassionate treatment of animals. Issues we're involved in: exploitation of animals in entertainment, on factory farms, and by breeders; protection of endangered wildlife; spay and neuter programs; reduction of domestic abuse and neglect of companion animals; promotion of plant-based diets; support of animal sanctuaries; and protection of the environment for all ani …

Shoot someone you love! or volunteer to get shot. We don't discriminate. We just love shooting beautiful people, places, and things. The Lakeland Shooters are a group of Polk County photography and art enthusiasts, models, graphic designers, beautiful people, etc... who enjoy meeting and interacting with others of their kind. The club holds regular photo shoots and outings, workshops, and critiques in a friendly, supportive environment. Professional or novice, if you have an open eye and an ope …

Hello, Thank you for joining Professionals of Tampa Bay! We are a group of professionals and business owners between the ages of 25 to 49. Our group is designed to network with other professionals, and market your business in a relaxed and friendly environment. We will enjoy several monthly activities like: dinning out, outdoor activities, art festivals, concerts, beach days, weekend trips, international travels, private parties, night clubs, biking, kayaking, charity events, and much more. Are …

"Where Native and non-native Spanish speakers meet, talk and grow" We are the original Tampa Bay Area Web community for Spanish Language and Culture Aficionados. Our members are from different backgrounds, nationalities, ages and language skill levels. We offer weekly Spanish language lessons and Spanish conversation for beginner, intermediate and advanced Spanish speakers and social activities for native and non-native Spanish speakers. OUR ROOTS: From the beginning, Tampa Spanish Language Mee …

The purpose of this group is to bring deep thinkers together who enjoy discussing philosophical topics like "What is meaningful?" We'll choose a topic, give it some individual thought for a while, and then come together to discuss it in detail. Hopefully we'll be able to help each other understand our environment better and increase our awareness. Let's try to better understand how we are influenced by our surroundings, and how we influence our surroundings. Our group discussions are usuall …

Welcome to the Tampa Single Parents Support Group. It is difficult enough for 2 parents to raise kid(s), but for single parents it can be overwhelming. It seems like parents today have fewer resources, less time and even more to deal with. The group has grown and evolved a lot over the past 2 years, but our primary focus remains the same. We are here to provide a safe environment for single parents and their children as well as an opportunity to make new friends. We have a great group of people …

PHP as a Social Activity is looking to provide you with a comfortable environment where you can probe the depths of PHP, explore new uses and possibilities, share your enthusiasm, and help build a stronger and more diverse community of developers. Meet & Greet PHPaaSA has a casual meetup each month on the third Thursday.  This is a great time to share, make introductions, discuss past, current, and future projects, rally a cause for code, and make friends in a relaxed setting. PHP Classes Clas …

Tampa Bay Work-from-Home Friends is a group for those of us who work from home and miss some of the social interaction and events that take place in an office environment. Enjoy after-work happy hours? Lunch with colleagues? Holiday and birthday celebrations? If so, this is the group for you! Members share best practices and tips and tricks for working from home. This is a casual, laid-back group designed to foster relationships and provide support. We meet for coffee, lunch and other, formal an …

This group is for professional, active, and social men and women between the ages of 30 and 50, who are looking to expand their existing social circles and network with other like-minded individuals, in an upscale or trendy setting. The reason I am starting this group is because I feel that the Tampa Bay area is in need of a social group that caters to professional single people in their thirties and forties who are socially adept, attractive, successful and accomplished. Let's face it: many mee …

This group is to an activities club for people who are HIV+ (and those comfortable dating HIV+ people) in the hopes of creating a support group via activities we can all engage in an emotionally safe environment. If these activities create a romantic connection, that's great, but the purpose of the Group is to remove the isolation so many of us feel because of this diagnosis. All sexual orientations are welcome. Activities will be scheduled based on member interests - the point is, let's find ea …

We are one of the oldest clubs in Tampa having been founded in 1971. We are also a diverse club that represents a variety of professions and walks of life. We have individual goals with one shared goal - to improve upon our communication and leadership skills. Tampa Noonshiners Mission: To provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every individual member has the opportunity to develop oral communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence an …

Volunteer event photography to raise money though photography sales/donations for wounded service member programs. This free group is for enthusiastic photographers that want to combine their love of photography with raising money for our nation's wounded service members. All profit is donated and we take no pay for the time and effort. All images are donated for non-commercial use and sold through www.portraitsforpatriots.org on SmugMug. Since most of us are not pros, and don't advertise to be, …

It's 2013 and there's no time like the present to grow your soul with new friends and great experiences...Or with great friends and new experiences! This MeetUp was started to find like-minded people who enjoy exploring ways to grow in a way that benefit the soul.  After visiting Sedona, Arizona many times I found that when I was there it was not considered 'strange' to talk to someone about 'holistic health,' 'energy work,' 'souls' or 'soul growth' and just about everyone was open-minded and co …

This is a group for anyone interested in a variety of beading and jewelry making classes and events. We hold many types of classes from basic beading, to wirewrapping, metalsmithing, cold connection, fused/dichroic glass, beadweaving and so much more! If you're looking forward to creating your jewelry masterpieces in a comfortable and fun environment, this Meetup Group is for you! Bring your friends and a whole lot of creativity when you meet at our lovely, relaxing store!

We are a group of  Christian singles, who love everyone and are all inclusive. We enjoy having a nice time meeting new people and making friends. This is not primarily geared toward dating - but if some happen to hit it off, that would be great too. We enjoy dancing in nice environments without smoke or excessive noise....We appreciate all the Arts, but are open to other types of activity...Members of the group are welcomed to plan outdooor events, sports meets, etc.....For the Christians in the …

This is a group for anyone interested in having fun while working out and burn a tons of calories in party environment and meeting new people... Join Zumba® fitness with Damaris and "PARTY YOURSELF INTO SHAPE". Let's get fit together! Zumba® fitness program is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that's moving millions of people toward joy and health. I love to teach Zumba and watch how my Zumba crew torch calories and put their own fl …

Yoga without the strip mall and parking hassles! Come practice yoga with us in a homey, wooded setting just off Gibsonton Drive. New to yoga? Or just looking for a new place to practice yoga in a friendly, calm, non-competitive environment? Join us for Gentle Yoga classes at 5:30 p.m. Mondays and 9 a.m. Wednesdays. Everyone is welcome and we all practice at our own level. You'll get a great workout if that's what you're looking for, and you'll get a restorative and soothing practice if that's wh …

WHO WE ARE We are about exploring and supporting our city.  Tampa has many great museums, restaurants, events and most of all good people.  Many are new and wanting to experience their environment. They may simply want to expand their social group. Others have lived here all their life and like many New Yorkers, never climbed the Statue Of Liberty.  Our goal is to develop a diverse, active, social group focused on downtown Tampa.  We are adult "Explorers" from all walks of life, ages, social sta …

Everyone wonders where they can meet new people.  We found the playground to be a great place to start. Throw in a kickball and it's on!  That's why we started Kickball Society.  It's a fun, casual environment, a great way to meet new friends and take a break from the "real world." www.kickballsociety.com. Questions? Call Steven @ 813-454-1178

South Company Chorus is an energetic group of women dedicated to singing a capella barbershop harmony in a fun and friendly environment. We strive for personal growth and musical excellence through education and performing in our community. If you have ever sung and want to try it again we're the group for you. Many women think they lost their voice, but it's not true. You just might need to sing in a different register. Come and join the fun! Southern Company Chorus is a chapter of Atlantic Gul …

This group is designed for Connected Investors in and around the Tampa area.  Enjoy a real estate investor networking group focused on connecting you with the local people & resources you need to take your life to the next level.  This Meetup group is focused around doing deals.  No educational products are being sold, but we may give you a few for free. Looking for an investment property to purchase? Join our group.  Want to connect with local real estate millionaires? Make it to your meeting.  …

This is a community Meetup where we can exchange ideas, information, resources, connections, meetings, events, parties, films, etc, that will help us all to move toward a more regenerative way of life, through the power of permaculture design/whole systems design. Together, we can do more. Let's use this group to generate permaculture projects, to support existing projects, to create brainstorming design/planning sessions, to educate one another, to do seed swaps and other share events, or ?. Th …

Consumers: Who should join? Anyone and everyone who would like to meet lawyers for consultation for current or future business is welcome to join! Group Goal: A convenient, effective & professional environment to give and receive introductory legal advice. Professionals who should join: Attorneys in all practice areas, court reporters, paralegals. Who should attend?  Consumers / Business Owners: *  Who have a legal matter on his or her mind *  Who are starting, selling or wish to protect …

This is a group for men interested in reducing their stress and enhancing their mind and spirit through meditation. Meditation is exercise for our mind and spirit that helps us unlock our true potential in every aspect of our lives. All skill levels are welcome. We will use different meditation and stress reduction techniques and will discuss what it means to be male and spiritual in the 21st century. I started this group because I am typically the only male at meditation groups. Many people tel …

Master Fitness is a unique Fusion of Group Fitness Workouts and Small Group Personal Training. A faith-based program, encouraging Total Wellness: physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Fun and challenging workouts in a safe, welcoming environment! Workouts are different every class! Get ready for 45 minutes of fun and fitness!! BEGINNERS WELCOME: appropriate for all fitness levels. NEW CLASS SCHEDULE: Mondays and Thursdays—Co-Ed @ 6:00 pm Mondays and Thursdays—Ladies Only @ …

This is a group organized by SPANISH CONSULTANTS - Tampa, for those who know zero, some, or a lot of Spanish Grammar, but lack the necessary fluency, knowledge and opportunities to communicate their thoughts with confidence. My mission, as your instructor, is to subtlety challenge your grammar and vocabulary knowledge through a diverse group of controlled activities that will allow you to identify your language weaknesses and make you work on them. My mission is to help you take your Spanish to …

This is a group for anyone needing and wanting brainstorming team with like-minded women. We grow more successful by sharing and bouncing ideas in an open and safe environment. I started this group because a team of people sharing great ideas and exploring options is stronger than struggle alone.