For the Love of Pits® is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization run exclusively by volunteers. We focus our rescue efforts on homeless pit bull dogs. Our mission is to restore, preserve and protect the prestigious legacy of the pit bull dog and to improve the environment in which pit bull dogs and their owners live, by: · Rescuing dogs that are positive representations of the “breeds,” training them to be well behaved breed ambassadors and placing them in responsible, safe, loving and devoted p …

Welcome! We are a group of moms of young children looking for positive relationships for our children and ourselves. We will have activities that allow the kids to play, learn and grow in a caring and fun environment. We look forward to meeting you! Most of the activities will be located on the east side of Cleveland. Please note: All of our activities are designed for children under 3. For the safety of our mom and tots, we ask that you attend a meetup within 2 months of joining or you will b …

For all of those interested in learning, experiencing and adding more vegan options to your lifestyle, our meetup group enjoys getting together for meals, lectures and watching documentaries/movies or going on field trips and making some new friends! It is always great to share information, have fun and be with like-minded friends and family.  Even if you are not a "veggie", we still welcome everyone to join us for a meet up to see how healthy and delicious vegan food can be! Vegan is more than …

Surround yourself with the best people in Cleveland. It's time to surround yourself with winners, successful people who exhibit and live consistent to values and skills you want to acquire and develop. Realize the people in your life have an amazing power to influence your destiny. This group is for those positive influencers. All entrepreneurs, small/medium/big business owners, self-employed individuals, investors, and those looking to start their own business are welcome. Our goal is to create …

Meet with other local Single people who are interested in Volunteering for their community! Gather and discuss/plan community service projects. "Single Volunteers" is a social organization for singles that provides a relaxed environment in which to meet others while supporting various community groups through volunteering. All Single Volunteer events can be found on: www.svohio.org

The Business Exchange Network exists primarily to provide a forum for members to establish long-term business relationships in a positive and trusted environment. The Network Features: "Morning Coffee" Monthly Saturday morning roundtable where members are committed to understanding your business as well as exchanging business strategies and networking ideas. "MONEY" Weekly Internet Radio Show - The show is broadcasted live every Thursday afternoon @ 4:00 pm on TalktainmentRadio.com. Join the Hos …

Looking to meet fellow Polyamorous people in North East Ohio? We'd like to meetup to discuss open relationships, polyamory, honesty, respect and alternate forms of commitment. Please note: This is first and foremost a discussion group. Meetups are going to be held to meet like-minded individuals in a comfortable environment. If connections are made in the normal course of our meetups, that's fine, but please respect other members who did not join to find someone to hookup with.

All the time and every time: Fairlawn Toastmasters offers a supportive environment in which to practice communication, leadership and speaking skills. Free to guests and guests are WELCOME! Do you ever find yourself wishing that you could communicate better? Do you find yourself wishing you had more leadership experience ? Do you want to be more successful in your job or career? Are you new to the area and want to meet people, have a night out, network a little? Fairlawn Toastmasters, a local ch …

This group is now the NE Ohio regional faction of the OHIO FREEDOM ALLIANCE. HOME SITE: http://www.ohiofreedom.com/ The Ohio Freedom Alliance has been in existence since March of 2008. We are a non-partisan political organization dedicated to education and action at the grassroots level in the state of Ohio. Our actions and agenda is founded in the following principles: Our rights are granted to us by our Creator and are therefore an integral part of our humanity. Any attempt by any individual …

Meet others in the northeast Ohio area who want to see a better world for all animals! Animal rights advocates want to see animal abuse such as factory farming, 'friendly' animal farming, circuses, puppy mills, animal research institutions, and the fur industry become a thing of the past! We also help with animal rescue, animal transporting and when a question arises for animal issues, our members love to respond with their experience and wisdom.   Let's get together to share ideas on how to bec …

This group was started simply to allow people to meet other people in a comfortable environment.  Although we are relatively new to Meetup, we have been holding our luncheons since the Fall of 2009. There are no attendance requirements.  There are no referral requirements.  There are no dues.  Everyone is welcome to join our luncheons. Whether you're a small business owner, network marketer, internet entrepreneur, or just simply looking for something that might be the right fit for you, you're …

If you are looking for a friendly environment to practice your rusty, average, excellent, or native French, please join us in this Meetup. This is an opportunity to express yourself on various topics in your favorite language. Whether you just started learning French, or Proust's "Le temps retrouvé" is your bedside book, we hope to see you at Mocha Joe's coffee house in Stow (3707 Darrow Road, Stow, OH 44224-4059) every Wednesday from 6.30 to 8pm. À très bientôt!!!

This club is for everyone who wants to play chess and socialize in a non- intimidating environment. If you never played before don't worry, we'll teach you. If you can play then maybe you'll learn something new. There are only two rules for the club, respect others and have fun. This club also is a social club to network, meet new people, make new friends, and just hang out. Meetups will be in the Cleveland and Akron area and will primarily be at places that have coffee (Caribou, Starbucks etc.) …

This group is for portuguese speakers and learners(all levels) that want to practice the language in a informal environment. Portuguese is an official language in: Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde, East Timor, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, Portugal and São Tomé and Príncipe. Let`s get together and "tagarelar".

Bainbridge Twp. Running Club was started by Beth Minadeo and Jo Bauswein in March 2011. We wanted to create a local running club that includes runners and walkers of all levels. This club will be promoting a fun, nonjudgmental and encouraging environment. We will be using this site to spread information about the club's weekly runs, local races and any events we sponsor.

Red Carpet Women is a fun, relaxed environment to meet up with women business owners, entrepreneurs, mompreneurs, solopreneurs and other like-minded women who are interested in sharing ideas, sharing contacts, doing business and helping each other. Learn about relationship marketing, online social networks, tools and technology while finding prospects, clients, customers or joint venture partners. You might be inspired to learn what’s possible, or make a new connection that adds to your strength …

Offering a space to cultivate divine radiance. We wish to provide a place for inner growth and comfort. Energy TreeHouse is a place for spiritual freedom. This group is for seasoned spiritualists and beginners. We will share experiences and knowledge to make ourselves better and reflect that light into our environment. This is an open forum for all. We all have something to bring to the table so let's learn together! Come let your soul hang out!

Come and Create! Join this group and get away. All levels welcome. Immerse yourself in art you love for a few hours each week. Leave all your distractions at the doorstep. This meetup is designed for you to have fun with others in creating your art. We share with each other. You bring all the supplies you need to create in your own media-- acrylic,oils,watercolor,pencils, markers, charcoal, pastels. If you are a beginner, please call me and you and I will agree on the supplies you will need. You …

Are you looking to improve your Human Interaction and Public Speaking skills? Inspired by teachings and principles taught by Dale Carnegie, the purpose of this group is to give a platform to individuals in NorthEast Ohio to practice regular speeches and share new ideas and resources with a group of similar minded individuals. Whether you are scared to death of public speaking and human interaction or a seasoned professional, you are welcome to this group! This group is built on the philosophy th …

This is a group for anyone interested in getting together with other free thinkers in a non judging environment to talk about the problems religions cause and ways to fix the problem. I would also like to come up with ways to help the community. Basically the same charities a church would provide except with out preaching to people.”

Looking to improve your speaking and leadership skills? Ace a job interview? Ignite your career? You’ve come to the right place. Cuyahoga Falls Toastmasters offers a supportive environment to practice communication, leadership and speaking skills. Free to guests and guests are always WELCOME. Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development. Are you new to the area and want to meet people, have a night out, and network a little? Cuyahoga Falls Toastmasters …

This group is for people who want to learn more about cooking and baking with vegan ingredients. This is not really intended for professional chefs (but please feel free to join if you'd like and teach the rest of us!), just ordinary people who love to cook and bake and would like to help the environment at the same time! We will travel around the various farmers markets (in the Summer months), and get a feel for the locally grown ingredients available around us. We will also try to find places …

We Care About Our Community! If you have a group that meets once a week, once a month, or even once a year let the Microsoft Store at Beachwood Place Mall be the location where you host your event! Our Theater is open to all kinds of groups; ranging from book clubs, tech groups, small business groups, gaming teams and tournaments, PC gaming, and many more. We also provide private group training sessions, workshops, guest speakers to concerts and organization meetings. We are proud members of th …

This is a class designed for active moms who want to take care of themselves without leaving their kids behind! A family-friendly environment and a workout designed to help moms get back into their pre-baby shape while spending time with their little ones. For all fitness levels and best for kiddos birth to five :) I am looking to hold our first class in May.  Please check back for exact dates and times!

WELCOME to Parents Without Partners - Where New Friendships Begin! Parents Without Partners,  (PWP) is the largest international, nonprofit membership organization devoted to the welfare and interests of single parents and their children. Membership is open to any single parent, male or female, custodial or noncustodial, separated, divorced, widowed, or never-married..... It is a place where new friendships begin!!! Chapter 1395 covers Western Cuyahoga and Lorain Counties and beyond. We offer si …

Hi! We are a group of people who like to learn while having fun. We get together and play Cashflow to improve our financial literacy and life skills. We accept people of all different backgrounds and ways of thinking. We know there is always something to learn from everyone. All ages are welcome from kids to those who are forever young. We enjoy conversation and getting to know our fellow players but we know there is a time to chat and then a time to get our heads in the game. We play by the rul …

The short of it Akron hosts one of the many chapters of the female-only cult phenomenon known as Dance Dance Party Party™ (DDPP™). Unlike typical workout or dance classes, Dance Dance Party Party™ has no instructors, no fitness goals, and nothing to prove. There are only three rules in the room – no boys, no booze, and no judgment. The set-up is simple: an hour of booty-busting tunes, a dance studio with the lights turned low, and women/young ladies/little girls willing to let go. Attendees can …

The Ohio Objectivist Society (OOS) is open to anyone interested in Ayn Rand and her philosophy of Objectivism. The goals of this group are to provide a friendly and thoughtful environment for rational individuals to discuss Ayn Rand, Objectivist thought, current events, and more. Individuals from all backgrounds and knowledge levels are welcome to join (it is not necessary to have read Ayn Rand's books to have a rational, active mind). Please navigate to the About page (http://aynrand.meetup.c …