Welcome to LivingPowerfully Community! There has been a lot happening recently outside of the group as all organizers have been traveling for more intense trainings in practicums, workshops, and out of country seminars and it's time to bring it together, offer as much support and empowerment as we can with each other, and share in the enjoyment of life, creating the best we're able, together! There are a variety of choices we have to start some weekly / bi-weekly / or monthly meetups and I want …

It can be intimidating for women to learn and ask questions when they are in an extreme minority. While open and welcoming, today's budding developer community is up to 91% male. There isn't a comfortable place where women can learn at their own pace and not be afraid to ask "stupid questions." We decided it was time to provide a place where all questions are OK and everyone can learn in a supportive environment. Our courses focus on coding, leveraging existing technology, and having something t …

Welcome to the Busy Bees Playgroup, is an active playgroup for children under the age of 5. It is a place where moms can share experiences, find support and make new friends for themselves and their children. Our goal is to provide a positive atmosphere where our children are free to socialize in a safe and fun environment. We like to meet for playdates that include story times, sing-a-longs, play at the park or mall, mom’s night out and the many other activities that the south jersey area has t …

This running group was created for Philadelphia and South Jersey area women runners. Our purpose is to promote an environment of health, social and safety for women of all ages and levels of running fitness in the Philadelphia area. We set up organized runs - both road and trail, and incorporate healthy body images, nutrition, and safety awareness into our events. Whether its training for your first 5k, marathon, trail races, participating in destination races, or just running for the health of …

The blues is genuine, it's from the heart. It originates from people's desires to share experiences, to share a story, to tell others about the hardships as well as the joys they have gone through in music that touches the heart, soul and at times, the funny bone!. The blues is life - and death - plus everything in between! The blues are 12 bars and the truth! Calling all blues fans (and musicians)! This is a meetup group for people who want to get out and attend local blues acts, shows, festiva …

This Meetup Page is a supportive page of the Outdoor Club of South Jersey Additional ride additions/changes/cancellations may be posted to our Google Group. Visit http://groups.google.com/group/ocsj-rides for more information. Only OCSJ Club members are elligbile to join this Google Group. There are boating trips; hiking trips; biking trips; camping trips; backpacking -all this month. Visit our main club website at - www.ocsj.org-- for all meetup Schedules. RIDE CLASSIFICATIONS CLASS A+  Crusi …

The Philly Flow & Circus Arts Meetup is designed to bring together folks in the Philadelphia area interested in the Flow Arts and Circus Arts so they can learn and train together in a safe & supportive environment. For those who don't know, "Flow Arts" are the practice of learning to manipulate an inanimate object and move in harmony with it so that it becomes an animated extension of your body.   Flow Arts are also sometimes referred to as Spinning, Object Manipulation or Skill Toys.  Flow Arts …

Meet with energy healers and all who are interested in energy healing. Participate in Reiki Shares and give and receive sessions in a positive environment. Attend meetings and workshops with people of like minds to explore the amazing process of healing body, mind and spirit through meditation, spiritual practice and other holistic approaches.

This organization was established to emulate the historic New York Photo League. The Photo League was a cooperative of amateur and professional photographers who banded together around a range of common social and creative causes. The League was active from 1936 to 1951 and included among its members some of the most noted American Photographers of the mid-20th century. You can read more about this group here...  New York Photo League Please Note:  We are NOT a "camera club" Our mission is to re …

This group is for like minded people to come together and grow. Listen and learn from sharing stories and inspiring each other. To explore your journey in a safe environment. Whether it is a meditation group, a spiritual development group a night of music you are able to simply relax. We have spiritual gatherings. We have new groups and events added all of the time. We are a community!

Welcome to FIT4MOM in Mt. Laurel and Moorestown! FIT4MOM is the country's largest fitness program for moms offering pre and post-natal fitness classes for every stage of motherhood. What is Stroller Strides®? Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking and intervals of strength and body toning exercises using exercise tubing, the stroller, and the environment. Taught by Bethany Pacheco, and Jaclyn Smith, it's a great workout for any l …

Who says grownups can't play too? We'll go anywhere, do anything, try anything once. Hiking, backpacking, skiing, snowboarding, skydiving, rafting, rock climbing, camping, kayaking, kiteboarding, ...you're in the right spot. Whether you are an adrenaline junkie or a hobbyist, a beginner or advanced, young or old; whether you want to get outside more or just get out of the house & try something new. . .we can help! Members welcome to contribute and suggest (and organize) events and trips; suggest …

If we're at all serious about helping ensure a better future for animals, we have to start demanding much more from ourselves than we have previously. We have to dedicate ourselves to effective campaigning. We have to support local grass-roots struggles, both in the streets and with donations. We have to choose our targets strategically, with a mind to bottlenecks. In any case, we need to do more! Tired of HEARING about animal activism and want to actually DO something?  Well, this is the group …

Transit-Friendly Hikes and Walks in (or near) Philadelphia are my personal focus as Organizer (as a car-free person), although carpooling is occasionally arranged.  I originally joined this group because of its low-key focus: simple local hikes, within an hour's drive of Philadelphia.   Please check our past calendar for the kinds of events we do (and may again).  Also please contact me if you have ideas for future events (especially if you are willing to work on them yourself). Thanks and see y …

Do you seek to improve your emotional health and wellbeing? Would you be open to a new way to manage stress and increase your emotional resilience? Do you seek improved balance in your life? Join us for weekly meditation sessions at Stillpoint Studio in Center City. Each Monday, Ula Katsoulis will conduct a 30-minute lunch hour session designed to help you harness the energy to start your week off right. Stillpoint Studios is a safe, supportive environment, and all classes are free. Come and med …

Meet other local men who juggle marriage, family and same-sex attraction. Meet and make friends in a safe and sane environment and avoid the dangers of anonymous sex. Develop ongoing friendships with like-minded guys. This group is only for discreet men who are currently married or who have been previously married. This is not a sex club and is not for finding quick, anonymous hook-ups. Attending face to face meetups is a requirement for participation in this group. This is about finding a safer …

Welcome present and aspiring activists!  This is a human and animal rights meetup group working towards equality for *all* animals, human and non.  Organized by the volunteers at the Peace Advocacy Group (PAN), this group was created to connect anyone interested and determined to make the world a better place.  From PAN's perspective this improvement begins with veganism but involves many other equally important projects. This group aims to educate the public on veganism by peaceful means and o …

This is a peer-run support/self-help group for those with Social Anxiety Disorder or extreme shyness. We exist to help those with social anxiety to participate fully in their lives. Our philosophy is that it's important to develop your goals and dreams and be guided by them, and not by your social anxiety. Our group is safe. Since you must have SAD to join (this does not need to be formally diagnosed), everyone has similar challenges and will understand and not judge you.  We meet weekly at 3 di …

If you are a mental health practitioner or in another healing  or spiritual profession and you practice mindfulness, you might benefit from joining our group! This group is intended to provide a supportive and healing community for those in the healing professions. We will enjoy mindfulness sitting meditation practices and mindful movement practices, including Qigong. Members may choose to share the responsibility of leading guided meditations. A warm and accepting environment will be cultivated …

We are a respectful, mature group who engage in networking opportunities to encourage the social gathering of Asian men and African-American women to embrace cultural differences and our rich heritages.  We exist as a vehicle to forge friendships (...and maybe more), and increase awareness and understanding between the races/genders. Our vision is to help Asian men and African-American women who want to meet and mingle with each other do so in a safe and supportive environment.  If you share tha …

Arabic is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It is the official language of 22 countries and the native language of more than 300 million people. I have been the organizer of an Arabic learning group in Dallas, TX for 2 years. Moving to Philly area, I didn't find any similar group around so I decided to give Philly some Arabic/middle eastern flavor. If you are interested in learning Arabic, have some passion with the middle east, or just want to enjoy the flavor of the magica …

Living a stress-free and meaningful life has never been closer to your fingertips. Meditation is a method to acquaint our mind with causes of happiness. Learn meditation in the company of good friends. See for yourself how Buddhism and meditation can improve quality of life. Amitayus Kadampa Buddhist Center was recently established in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as a member of the New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union. This tradition is an international Mahayana Buddhist o …

Social All Media Mastermind South Jersey (SMMSJ) was founded by Rae-Ann Ruszkowski in September 2012 after moving from Orange County CA & inspired by the Social Media Mastermind there. It's not all about Social Media anymore - it's about all media types and how to stay on top of the latest to stay engaged, ahead of the game, and interactive at all levels.  Discussions include the latest in Social Media, Video, Podcasts, Wordpress, & other distribution channels.  We will get into things like SEO …

Welcome to the Transition Philadelphia, Transition Media, Transition Ambler/Upper Dublin Meetup Group! The Transition Movement is a made up of people making their communities more resilient in the face of peak oil, climate change and economic hardship. We want to work within our local communities to transition from our current state of oil and fossil fuel dependency to a more localize, less fossil fuel dependent future. We have Transition Initiatives in Philadelphia, Media or Ambler/Upper Dubl …

Our group will me meeting for happy hours, social events and business meetings to network and meet new friends.  I find it is easier to meet someone in a fun environment with no expectations  Come out and have fun and see what happens. Please donate $1 each time you attend a function to help with meetup fees.

We're nationwide!!! We're a friendly bunch of fellow drinkers/social networkers who get together regularly to socialize and have fun. We try to find different venues that offer Happy Hours, great atmosphere, and/or great food. We offer several different BOOZE CLUB Memberships which SAVE YOU MONEY!!! Ask your local Assistant Organizer about it when you join. We want to provide you a chance to meet new people in a relaxing environment after a long day at work! And as always, if you have a …

The Career Mixer is a great way for jobseekers, business owners and other professional to meet and network. Our events are information and education networking sessions designed to bring together unemployed, underemployed or employed business professionals, persons in career transition and prospective employers in a social environment. Since word-of-mouth referrals from contacts account for more than 80 percent of job leads, we feel this is an excellent way to get a head start on your new career …

This group is for photographers interested in a improving their lighting techniques and perfecting all styles of photography, from the artistic to fashion, semi-nude and glamour. Workshops vary from studio to location shoots, instruction on professional lighting, the use of props, backdrops and environment. Groups are intended to be small to allow time to practice and improve techniques.