Thank you for you interest in Queens of Queens New York Moms Queens of Queens New York Moms (QoQNYM) is a small community of mothers dedicated to enriching the lives of children through positive learning experiences outside of school. We are exposing our children to a well-rounded perspective of culture and community; including music, art, history, sports, and educational programs. Queens of Queens New York Moms also promotes community service and support among its members. This group is best su …

Hail and well met, seeker of Faires! For many medieval-fantasy enthusiasts, a visit to a renaissance faire is the result of a convergence of an interest in history and mythology, a personal creative spark, and the drive to bring the vision of the imagination to life. But the faire season seems to flash by, and we find ourselves anxiously awaiting the bud of spring green to herald in the next adventuring season for our inner hero/heroine. But the adventure need not fade with the fall of the las …

Did you know it was native son Washington Irving who first dubbed New York City “Gotham”, a century before a certain superhero and his crime-ridden hometown were even thought of? Yes, Gotham is our city, our hometown, whether by birth or adoption! So let’s see the sites that make Gotham aka New York City so unique in the world. We go to exhibits and concerts at museums and unusual venues in the city, some famous, like the Metropolitan Museum, and others a little more off the beaten track, like t …

Esther DeCew A Performance Arts , Instructor & Choreographer currently based in New York City .Born and raised in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, Half Malay Bugis Javanese and Borneo Sabah . Esther has devoted her life to dance was naturally drawn to mixing art forms to express who she is through performance and teaching.She was trained in the art of dance from the heart of her traditional culture.When Esther migrated to New York she looking for new inspiration , she formed a group of students who now pr …

Hi and thank you for finding this group. Long Island Days and Nice Nights Out Social Group started as three group, back in 2009. In early 2012, I decided to combine the three; hence the long title. Our group is full of terrific members and welcomes anyone who is a good natured,  friendly and honest person. We're all looking to enjoy life with compatible friends who will enjoy along with us :) In this group, we get a chance to enjoy music, art, food, and culture in Long Island,  and oftentimes, w …

This group is for anyone interested in the art of piano playing. We are a group consisting of members from all walks of life. Members range from professional pianists, amateurs, beginners, students, piano hobbyists and enthusiasts. We post events about piano concerts around the city.  We also have Amateur Pianists meetup at various venues around the city.  We are hoping to hold our first Gala Concert in 2013.  For more information and inquiries, send an email to newyorkpianogroup@yahoo.com Abou …

Gathering of the Vibes Music and Arts Festivals, Meetups, and sponsored events intend to keep the vibes going all the time with smaller sponsored shows and events! Come out and bring music, art, family and friends! http://www.gatheringofthevibes.com History of the Vibes Vibes Celebrates 15th Year Gathering of the Vibes is an annual music, arts and camping festival now in its 15th year. Vibes has grown into a four-day festival that has featured such world-class talent as Crosby, Stills a …

Enjoy a book club that not only reads great books but is social, warm, and enjoys area restaurants, eating at other people's houses, and having fun meeting others! -- Come Join & Enjoy the BEST ALL ROUND BOOK CLUB IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY (BASED ON PARTICIPATION PER MEMBER) *  Accepting new Readers to the Club * Join today! The Danbury Area Book Club is a bit Social; Eating at a casual restaurant, cafe, or at a member's home, as well as a traditional book club where we read relatively current, liter …

This group is for all who wish to increase their understanding and appreciation of lgbt history and culture. We’ll be attending gallery exhibits, lectures and talks, films, plays, and readings. All are welcome to join us in celebrating the lgbt community in a stress-free, no-pressure environment. "We have a history, and we have to know it." --Larry Kramer ( A Conversation With... Larry Kramer & Lady Bunny http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dQ-i6ckul0 ) "This world is never finished, and the histo …

More than just an Italian language class, In Italiano is a get-together for people interested in Italian culture and in learning the language in a fun, informal social setting. Led by Stefano, an instructor from Rome with over 15 years of experience teaching New Yorkers to speak Italian, in the class you will have the opportunity to make new friends as you practice your conversational skills, polish your pronunciation, build up your vocabulary, and finally figure out those verb conjugations! The …

It's all about the L-O-V-E.... This group promotes a love for the straight-ahead, be-bop style that was born in the early to mid-20th century. Join us & help move this beautiful, "distinctively American art form" into the 21st Century by performing the material &/or showing love for those who do. With this meetup group, I aim to promote my own performances & those of other straight-ahead jazz musical artists. Some of them are here in NYC; some are on the other side of the world. Some I've work …

Welcome! The New York Mamas Playgroup is for families residing in NYC and Long Island, with children ranging from 0 - 7yrs old. If you're an expecting mom, you're also welcome to join. I'm Sandra, my husband and I have 3 children; a 5yo boy, a 3yo girl, and a newborn baby boy. We recently relocated back home to NY after living 8 years in FL and NC.  I'm a newbie to Long Island with kids, so my children and I look forward to making new friends. We frequent the NYC boroughs, and plan on schedulin …

Mission The Basque Language & Culture (New Haven) Meetup was created to: • Connect people of Basque heritage • Celebrate Basque ancestry and culture • Learn and use Euskara The Basque Language & Culture Meetup has enjoyed events related to Basque language and culture, literature, gastronomy, art, music, history and genealogy. This group is comprised of Basques and individuals with a strong interest and fondness for the culture and language of the Basque people. Those living around the New Have …

John: After nearly 30 years of mentoring countless men who wanted more out of their lives, I have decided to offer my experience as a retreat master to the meetup community of NYC. My goal for this group is to witness each other’s success in reaching for and living more joyful, peaceful, loving and rewarding lives. Through moderated group discussions, activities, & retreats, group members identify attitudes, beliefs, & habits that damage or hamper relationships with themselves and others. We can …

Jambo-Harlem/Hello Harlem is about bringing longterm residents and newly moved together to explore the new spirit of Harlem and show the world what Harlem is about. A lot of new people are moving into the area around 145th between Adam Clayton Powell Jr. & Frederick Douglass Blvd. Currently there is no meeting space there besides Starbucks and other franchises. Let’s create a lounge/ meeting spot in Central Harlem to meet/ greet, get to know each other and plan  activities and programming fro …

Calling all creatives in Western Connecticut! This is a group for anyone who loves visual, performing, literary arts, music, theatre, dance, poetry, history, culture, etc. All skills and areas of interests are welcome. We select an eclectic mix of arts and cultural events happening in Northern Fairfield County to Meetup! We try to mix it up to peak everyone's interest. Come out and meet other creatives to network, build partnerships, collaborations, create. Come on get inspired! Coordinated by t …

Our goal is to offer opportunities for education, making it possible to look with openness, curiosity and critical judgment at every aspect of reality. Our ideals are summed up by the suggestion to "Test everything; retain what is good." A sign of its authenticity is the ability, or at least the desire, to encounter people from all walks of life, and to look for and appreciate everything that is true, good and worthwhile in the various expressions of human life. These expressions include scienc …

Welcome fellow-poetry lovers! Are you a closet poet like me? Let's all 'come out' cause this group is for reading, writing and sharing poetry! Bring your favorite poets' work, your own work (perhaps one and the same!) to listen, learn and get swept away. What's your story? I look forward to constructive criticism, learning more about the history, styles and 'technical' side of this tender art. Perhaps even some live writing challenges/games and of course meeting others who share this passion. Al …