When you're not in school and don't have kids (or sometimes if you have kids!) or when you're new in town, it can be difficult to make new people. Lets meet up, hang out and,have fun in Sonoma (and sometimes Marin) county. Activities might include dinner and a movie, happy hour, brunch, coffee, wine tasting, exercise classes, running, live music, shopping, games, exploring downtown, picnics, ice/roller skating, rock climbing, watching a play... and more things fun! This group is geared for peopl …

Network with other small business owners, consultants, coaches, and independent professionals to learn new internet marketing strategies, discuss issues you're facing, and brainstorm new ideas to help grow your online business. Each month you'll learn from an expert who will help you improve your internet marketing, increase your sales and grow your business using the internet. You'll also learn how to use your website and blog as marketing tools, how to get high search engine rankings, how to b …

Welcome to NorCal Women's Clothing Exchange Group (NCWCEG)! We love clothing and get together several times a year to share and exchange the best of the clothing we have but don't wear. Exchanges are centrally located in Sonoma and Marin Counties and hosted by members. Here's the deal: 1) check out your closet(s)  2) Bring the absolute best clean, nice clothes, shoes, costume jewelery, hats, scarves, yoga clothes, jackets, vests, dresses of all types, in nice, clean bags. Have things folded and …

We will meet  for some friendly socializing and fun game playing.  Our original group started with Scrabble.  We are now expanding  to include other fun games such as Boggle, Rummikub, Charades, hearts.  Does anyone know how to play Euchre??

Why: No doubt we live in a most beautiful county! However, having being raised in Marin, I know how challenging it can be to meet new people here to do fun things with both during the week and on the weekends. This group is a perfect forum to expand your social circle to include real Ladies who know how to have fun whether it be while teaming up for a local Trivia night, hiking out to the beach, making dinner together, taking the ferry over to a Giants game, potlucks, poker, brunch, you name it! …

We are a young couple that recently moved to Novato and are hoping to meet other couples in the area. We noticed that while there are similar groups in other areas of the Bay Area, there are no groups for young couples in Marin. We hope that this group will be a place where couples in their 20s-30s can have fun, socialize, and make long-lasting friendships. Possible events for the group may include hiking, potlucks, picnics, casual bike rides, dining out, movie nights, game nights, day trips, an …

Weekend hiking with the canine companion(s) and socializing with other hikers in the community. One doesn't have to be a dog owner to be a member; just someone who likes hanging around dogs and the outdoors. Since I'm still learning the area, I will be posting dog-friendly hiking trails from www.bahiker.com, but other suggestions are welcome and encouraged. My partner and I have a senior Corgi, so most hikes will be low-key and fall within beginner-to-intermediate levels. The majority of the hi …

This is a group for anyone interested in getting out of the house to enjoy life. Going for a walk, out for dinner, out for coffee, out dancing, to a theater, a live show, travel, etc. I started this group because I would like to meet other moms in my neighbohood who would like to socialize and meet new friends. I'm looking forward to start this new adventure.

What is Fore Us? Fore Us is a loosely based organization whose “members” meet every other week to play a round of golf, socialize and network. How do I join? What are the requirements? There are no membership requirements other than enjoying a round of golf with a great group of people in or around fabulous Marin County. There are no dues associated other than paying for your round of golf. Just let us know if you would like to join us for a round by contacting Gary. What courses do you play at? …

This is a group for open-minded, non-judgmental, spiritual people. Some of us are actively involved in a church, and some of us stopped going to church long ago. What we have in common is a yearning for the sacred and a commitment to tolerance, acceptance, justice, compassion, and faith without certainty. We'll get together regularly for good food and wine and lively conversation. We may decide to do a book study or a Bible study. We may want to discuss movies or social issues. Or we may just ge …

I wanted to form a group of 30’s to 40’s something, fun and energy filled people (singles or couples) who are looking to meet some new friends. Maybe you've drifted from the social scene a little bit last year for any number of reasons - you are new to the area, got consumed with work or family, a love interest didn’t work out, whatever. If you simply want to get back in the groove and restore that bounce in your life while exploring Marin County and SanFrancisco with a new circle of friends, th …

Thanks for your interest in this group, but the lack of time and life changes has caused me to shut down the Sonoma County Connect social networking group. Note that the hiking group (Sonoma County Outdoors) is still an active group with no plans to shut down)

Tired of NOT meeting people online? Tired of writing emails and not getting responses? Wish you could get that special someone's attention? My friends and I (both male and female) want to have fun meeting new people and make that Love Connection. When you join the group you can post a profile and view the other "Fools for Love" attending the gathering. You'll also get invitations to private parties, VIP, and other FUN events. You are welcome to invite your friends so pass this along to people y …

Welcome single parents! We are North Bay Single Parents (NBSP), the northern partner of the Bay Area Single Parents (BASP) Meetup group. NBSP extends from San Francisco to as far north as Santa Rosa, while BASP covers the entire Bay Area, with most of its activities centered in the Peninsula and South Bay. Combined, we have exceeded 1,500 members and continue to grow. We strongly recommend you also join BASP. Please go to their site to register there: http://www.meetup.com/BayAreaSingleParents/ …

I am new in town and wanting to meet other fabulous and fun 50+ girlfriends to hang out with in Petaluma ! I am hoping to make new women friends. My moto "Girls just wanna have fun". I hope to create a circle of genuine mature women, who would like to gather once a month for an inexpensive evening of laughs, good conversation over dinner/drinks ! I am a married 57 year old women who's heart is filled with passion and love! I am a lady with a great sense of humor, who enjoys a good glass of wine/ …

Do you like wine? Are you female? Then join us as we explore wine country! You don't have to know anything about wine, just have a sense of adventure and positive attitude. I'm not a wine instructor, so I won't be lecturing anyone about wine. We can ask our wine pouring person any questions and learn quickly that way. We will be exploring Napa and Sonoma counties while making new friends and having fun, so get off the couch and join us! Some ideas for future meetups including wine are: wine and …

Hi Folks!! I've always been a "people connecter".  I found my sisters first boyfriend at the beach at the age of 9 and he dubbed me "Little Miss Matchmaker".  What I do best is connect people!! After being single, in dysfunctional relationships and then single, I finally met my fiance at one of my Cuddle Parties in 2011!!!  We did a HAI workshop (www.hai.org) in May 2012 and then went to Hawaii where he popped the question.  We get along fabulously, communicate clearly, have no drama and don't f …

Do you have a desire to live in community, with others who share your values of sustainability, social justice, creativity, sharing, open communication, service, cooperation, and spirituality? Well so do we, and we're in the very early stages of inviting interested and curious folks to get together and talk possibilities. Of course, this is a hugely broad set of criteria, so to narrow it down, here are a few important specifics we're leaning toward: We'd ultimately like to have both rural and u …

"There's a community of the spirit. Join it and feel the delight.." This ancient invitation from beloved poet Rumi still echoes true. This group is for anyone who is interested in Sacred Poetry and participating in other meaningful gatherings in the spirit of community and friendship.

We are more than just our jobs! It’s all about relationships. Let’s gather together to reconnect with ourselves in a fun and relaxed environment. No Dress Code and No Badges!! It will be great fun – So pass it on.  We will meet the 2nd Thursday of each month.

This is a group for those who feel interpersonally or emotionally in the range 10-20ish (despite being 18 or over in body), and find it difficult to connect socially in the "default" 20s (or older) culture of bars and pre-established groups of friends. If you see kids playing in the park and wish you could be like them, or dream of going back to a middle or high school dance because you wonder why the guys or girls around you don't act like they did back then, this is the group for you. You may …

The Geekery is a community collective providing opportunities for geeks to share similar interests and fulfill their socialization needs. We are up for anything in the realm of geekiness including (but not limited to): - Board Games/RPG's - Video/PC Games (including Rock Band) - Magic/Pokemon/TCG Games - Book Readings and Discussions - Cartoons/Anime - Nerf Battles - Crafting - SciFi/Fantasy movies/books/TV series These could be group activities or just topics for discussion. Feel free to post i …

Remember the local Drive-In? Mom's station wagon, a blanket and some popcorn in the back? Well, the North Bay MOBILE DRIVE-IN is for you! We're enthusiasts and patrons of the projected arts determined to resurrect drive-up outdoor cinerama! It's totally FREE and as simple as pointing your car at the side of a building, tuning your radio to 88.3 FM and sitting back for a classic style drive-in experience.   There's even a concession stand and donations are always welcome to offset our costs. We …

Green Boot is an outdoor hiking and walking club that explores the beautiful trails of Northern Marin County and surrounding area. We offer a variety of weekday and weekend hikes for all fitness levels. We aim to discover new trails, socialize, learn about the local landscape, and get healthy.  Hikes range from easy ¾ mile after work outings, to 7 mile weekend excursions led by a former U.S. Forester. Join today and let’s meet up. See you on the trails!

This group is for riders who enjoy riding between 70-200 miles per ride. We average about 17 to 22 mph and tend to form pace lines whenever possible. This is a no drop ride; we encourage team work whenever possible since the miles make for a long day in the saddle.

Are you single and interested in conscious relationship? We are a group devoted to: Meeting and connecting with other like-minded and like-hearted singles Helping you design a clear road map with full relationship potential. Singles finding a partner for a fulfilling partnership on all levels. Are you between the ages of 40 - 65? If so, we welcome you to join us for Conscious and Playful Singles events of various formats in Marin County, where our focus is on people and events that enhance con …

Group restricted to ages 21 – 40 for NEW registrations We love the coastline, beaches, rolling hills, waterfalls, cliffs, wildlife, and great food. Come out and join us on one of our excursions! A Trail for Everyone Most of our hikes will take place in or around the North Bay area. Types of trails will include: Short out and backs or loops Full day hikes Urban hikes Casual strolls Challenging trails When Do We Eat? Sometimes we will eat on the trail, sometimes after the hike, possibly …

Enjoy a fun Weekday evening , or perhaps a Saturday of boardgames. We're a Marin based group that meets roughly every week or two to enjoy a relaxed social atmosphere of casual tabletop board games as Scrabble, Settlers of Catan, Risk, Power Grid, etc. -  and card games such as Apples to Apples, Dominion, Taboo, Cranium, Trivial Pursuit and Tichu along with old fav's like Hearts, Spades and Cribbage. Remember when you come to a Meetup to bring a few of your own games. Join us if you like board …