… Some Examples: • Barn Raising and Brainstorming • Think Tanks& Problem Solving Round Tables • Crafting your Message • Marketing Materials Round Table • Dreamers and Doers Matchups Topics to be explored: Synergy Brainstorming and Barn Raising, Creating Effective Collaboration, Group Dynamics, Personality Types, Creating Teams, Team Building, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Building Trust, Collaboration Tools, Support Networks, Social Capital The Message Crafting your Message, M …

The Eros meetup is for individuals (and couples!) interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, men and women, relationships and the ecstatic.....creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment.  This group will be exploring a wide range of topics both in the personal and the broader social and cultural contexts. All denominations, orientations and lifestyles are welcome. Types of Meetups: We will be having several types of meetups. At least once a month there will be a free m …

I'm hoping to create a very casual, friendly and non judgmental venue for single people of least 55 years (no upper age limit) to socialize, maybe make plans to go to events or just hang out and chat about whatever strikes our fancy! I'd like to get together at lunchtime (1-2:30pm) on 2 Thursdays per month for starters. There are no special interests, skills or hidden agendas involved. The only requirements are that you are single, at least 55 and want to meet some new people in our age group.

The purpose of this group is to build community for LGBTQ women in the greater Pioneer Valley area. The hope is that this group becomes a way to to create a fun, supportive community for gay/queer women in the area, especially for women who have recently moved here, women who have recently come out and women who simply want to grow their social circles. We are an inclusive group for women of all ages and backgrounds who identify as gay or queer in any way. As organizer, it is my plan to personal …

… Some months, we also have a social and/or book swap, on the 3rd Monday. Book choices are generally contemporary fiction, with the occasional non-fiction thrown in. All are welcome, please be respectful and queer/lgbt-friendly

[Western Mass] EatUp! is a social gathering of interesting, fun-loving and friendly foodies of any age who would like to try out the local restaurants, in particular those establishments that have an innovative chef who is committed to using fresh, seasonal and local ingredients whenever possible. For 2012 we are changing our format a bit.  Our members now have the ability to schedule and host meetups themselves.  At this time we are dining off the regular restaurant menus and each person is res …

We know our owners love us and we provide unconditional love in return. The purpose of this group is for us Dogs and our Single Owners to meet and have some fun together! Sort of a social network for Single People and their Dogs.

Meetup with others for walking  and exploring nature with or without dogs for just plain fun We look forward to meeting up with other dog owners and dog enthusiasts to spend time together on a variety of walks in the Western Mass. area. Suggestions for activities and locations are encouraged and welcome. Please check out the "About" section of this site for more events and venues. Everyone is welcome . . . come join us!

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Our Mission: The Holistic Health Alliance of the Pioneer Valley is a professional group of wellness practitioners dedicated to helping people improve the health of their body, mind and spirit through a variety of therapies. Key to our mission is to foster a sense of community among wellness providers by providing educational, networking and socializing opportunities that will help each other to succeed and grow. Our Goals and Objectives: 1.    Foster a sense of collaborative community among ho …

This is for thirty-something women (married, divorced, single, transplants, have kids, no kids, etc.) who are looking for a friendly and active group of fellow women to hang out with. Some activity ideas are hikes, live music, wine tasting, dinners out, and girls nights out. Pretty much anything the group would like to do. Northern CT and Western MA (Springfield & Northampton areas). ALL MEMBERS are required to have a GOWTG profile with a picture of your head and shoulders. No blurry pics, sungl …

Groups of (6-12 participants in each location) meeting in various locations in the Pioneer Valley area. The groups will be meeting in locations in and around Amherst, Greenfield, Holyoke, Northampton, Montague and other towns.   These groups will be member led and focus on supporting each other be that: talking, critiquing work, visiting studios, creating shows, schmoozing, or offering classes for each other in art methods or in new ways of approaching art. It may be earth shaking shows that cha …

This is a group for those who want to explore the outdoors but at a leisurely pace, or who want to work up (or back up) to a more challenging pace in a sensible way.   We are open to various sorts of outtings , trips and gatherings in addition to hiking and to joining with groups of more advanced hikers and outdoor activity buffs to challenge ourselves   Tanglewood,  good  and fun Theater and  music  are especially of interest

This is a group for fun loving couples who enjoy their partner and wish to enrich their relationship through social events with other couples.

The Spice of Life's Too Short Meetup is for singles 40 and over. Our intention is for single people to get together and have great times! Why sit home alone when you can meet some fabulous people. This is a diverse group and our activities are just as diverse. There is sure to be something you will enjoy taking part in. So far, we've met some great people and have been having fun. If you are single and over 40, you're welcome to join us! You have nothing to lose and lots of new friendships to ga …

We meet Thursdays at 7:30 at the American Friends Service Committee office (2 Conz St, Suite 2B), located in the Maplewood Shops in downtown Northampton (right by the Peter Pan bus stop). This is a fairly open ended, informal, friendly and supportive space to discuss gender related issues as they relate to our lives and the world around us. All participants are invited to bring materials and questions to the discussions. We take turns choosing topics and facilitating meetings. We don't do assign …