We are a bunch of aspirant writers who want to be critiqued and critique in a very supportive environment. We bring to the table every type of literary piece, from poetry-prose-fantasy-screen-whatever. No matter at what stage your work is, you are welcome to join. We realize that each person may have different needs. Some may be beginners; others may need encouragement in maintaining a writing schedule. We believe that we can be of support, and that writing does not have to be a lonely activity …

Coast 2 Coast REIA is your nationwide advocate for real estate investing. We are focused on providing opportunity, forging education, and connecting our members with multiple strategic partnerships in the Real Estate Industry to catapult their investing career. At Coast 2 Coast REIA our mission is helping investors of all types find deals that suit them. Our Motto is, “Moving forward by giving back”. By creating an environment of connecting people to collaborate on opportunities, help members fi …

This group is for people interested in the activities in the South Mountain Reservation sponsored by the South Mountain Conservancy. The conservancy helps to preserve, protect, and enhance the 2099-acre South Mountain Reservation in Essex County, New Jersey. Regularly scheduled activities are hikes, forest regeneration activities (third Sunday of the month), trail work (first Sunday of the month), "trash tackling." In addition there are special volunteer days scheduled for community groups, reli …

This group is for people interested in playing casual touch rugby in Maplewood, NJ and the surrounding area. Tough Rugby is a very social sport for people interested in the game, making new friends or just enabling them to get 30 minutes of exercise each week in a social environment. There is minimal contact so is not like the traditional game, it's much more a running sport and open to everyone, male, female, old, young, fat, thin etc.

This group is open to all-- we are  not a "singles group" per se but welcome singles, couples, groups and anyone who'd like to share a meal and explore new and favorite restaurants with us.   If you'd like to support local, family businesses and  entrepreneurs and discover secret gems right in your own backyard, this group is for you. I have been working and dining in Metuchen’s downtown area for several years and  have seen many excellent establishments struggle and fail under the weight of com …

I have organized a studio where we can meet 1-2 times a month in Watchung (right off 78) to draw from a model (we will draw from a variety of models both clothed and nude). This will be an uninstructed session for all levels, from beginner to professional artist. We hope to create a relaxed and creative environment. Bring your own drawing supplies. Ages 18+ Fee will be $15 per session.

Rahway River Trout Unlimited is one of the newest New Jersey Trout Unlimited chapters. We are an organization of men and women that strive to protect our cold freshwater fisheries throughout the state. Our members meet once a month, discuss many topics from conservation to fishing. We also go on fishing trips throughout the year, conduct river cleanups, host fly tying events, and partake in many other activities. If you like fishing or just want to give back to the environment then RRTU is for y …

This group is open to everyone interested in exploring the wide range of restaurants in the Westfield, NJ area (which also includes Cranford, Mountainside, Clark and Kenilworth. We welcome singles, couples, groups and anyone who'd like to share a meal and explore new and favorite restaurants with us. If you'd like to support local, family businesses and entrepreneurs and discover secret gems right in your own backyard, this group is for you. Our members can look forward to fine food and conversa …

The CBA’s mission is to provide driven entrepreneurs the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals in a friendly and supportive environment. The CBA fosters learning and achievement by connecting local business professionals and offering unparalleled business networking results.  A rotating meeting structure offering the opportunity to present 60-second “commercials”  Small group/round table discussions and other activities to encourage networking development  Spotlight-speaking f …

Welcome to The Indigo Papillon-A center for Wisdom and Enlightenment! My mission is to help others learn and achieve their metaphysical and spiritual goals in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. To help others in their personal journey of transformation, and to help them understand that it is an ability we all possess. The name holds great significance for me: Indigo refers to our third eye and clear seeing, Papillion is French for butterfly- a symbol of transformation. This center's purpose is t …

Our main purpose is for area Chi's and their people to get together so that our little ones can play and socialize in a safe and friendly environment. We are not a message board for people looking to "sell" puppies, or for those only interested in joining for breeding purposes .

Come dance your way fit with us in our beautiful newly renovated  900sq ft. dance studio located in downtown Cranford, near Westfield, Elizabeth, Roselle and Plainfield, NJ.  Ample parking available  in rear of building. We are located in the lower level. Bus and train station one block walking distance. Back to Basics Beginner Belly dance technique  and Combo classes. Come  explore the mystery of Belly dance. Which muscles to contract to create the isolation's we adore. Each week we focus on a …

This meetup is for all dogs, of every size, shape and breed, who are dog friendly and want to socialize. It is also for their "parents" who want to have fun with their dogs in a safe environment. All dogs who attend should be current on their rabies, distemper/parvo, and bordetella vaccines.

This is a group for those who are interested in coworking and related small-business services. Attorneys, entrepreneurs, consultants, freelancers, off-site employees, startups, and independent professionals are the primary candidates who are expected to benefit from a professional coworking environment. Come share your ideas, express your needs, and explore opportunities through personal social interaction. For more information, visit our webpage: TheWorkplaceCenter.com Also, you may want to "Li …

From a humble beginning in 1924 at the YMCA in Santa Ana, California, Toastmasters International has grown to become a world leader in helping people become more competent and comfortable in front of an audience. The nonprofit organization now has more than 260,000 members in over 12,500 clubs in 113 countries, offering a proven – and enjoyable! – way to practice and hone communication and leadership skills. Most Toastmasters meetings are composed of approximately 20 people who meet weekly for …

This group exists for parents families who understand and celebrate the power of music in their daily lives. Through contributing to what experts call "a rich sensory environment", music can kick start learning, and offer lifelong benefits for your child. But really this group is for anyone with children! Programs such as the Preschool of Rock curriculum have been shown to help children develop early literacy and language skills, acquire literacy and early math skills, increase self control, and …

STOP DREAMING ABOUT IT! Travel with other like minded singles and have the time of your life. Single Nomad Travel contributes to host countries non-profits that focus on children and environmental issues. I encourage while traveling that you buy local goods, learn local culture, refrain from aggressive bargaining and respect the environment of the country that we visit. To visit or to get more information on upcoming Single Nomad Travel click here........

"Building Healthy Relationships, ONE Cup @ A Time" This is a group opened to professionals, business owners, stay at home moms, entrepreneurs, and visionaries looking to meet new people, socialize, share ideas, make new friends, network, plan fun events throughout NYC,  or simply unwind and have some fun. Come de-stress over your favorite cup of Delicious gourmet coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, and lets sip together, letting our savory pallets take us away on a mental retreat, away from your day …

I have been asked by the Home For Good Dogs Staff, not to post any more regular events as they are already on their web site; http://homeforgooddog... and their facebook page; http://www.facebook.c... It is too difficult to keep them all up to date with the changes that happen! Please visit these sites, join and help out. I will keep this site up so people can find us and be directed to those pages. I will still post major events only. Home for Good is a volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit …

Are you really into Japan? I mean you talk about it with your family and friends but they don't seem to interested as you are? Well this is the group for you! Here we talk about recent news in the Japanese pop music scene, fashion, food, culture, and language. Basically everything Japanese. Also we talk about travels to and from Japan. Here you can meet new friends American, Japanese-American or those from Japan itself, (or anywhere really) who share the love and interest in Japanese culture. Th …

Get together after work &/or on weekends to study & practice massage techniques & release the pent-up tensions in a safe & supportive environment!

Learn about all the great ways you can volunteer with the Greenbelt. Find out about the many fun and exciting volunteer opportunities the Greenbelt has to offer. From environmental education to ecosystem restoration, from tree care to wildlife monitoring, learn about the Greenbelt's current initiatives and how you can get involved. This group is great for students, seniors, and anyone else who wants to find a way to make a difference.