Meet with other local people who suffer from shyness or social anxiety. Offer support and understanding and share your story with others. Learn and practice the skills it takes to over come your challenges not just with society but all so yourself. Have fun with nonjudgementel people in a relax setting. Our meet ups are to help people make friends, practice social skills, and have fun while doing both.

Welcome to the New York Hungarian Social Network! We are a community organization that was founded around the fall of 2006. Our goal is to bring together Hungarians, Hungarian Americans and New Yorkers that have an interest in Hungary, its culture, or its people. We have held social, cultural and musical events in New York almost every month since we were founded. The member count this year has exceeded 950 thanks to the hard work of the organizers and volunteers who have helped to shape this gr …

Welcome to the one of the largest NY Social groups on Meetup with over 8,400 Members, join us if you are interested in meeting new people and making new friends at various social events. Please feel free to visit and join our Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/groups/newyorkcitysocial/

The New York Social Network Meetup group invites you to enjoy meeting other friendly, socially active individuals in casual and fun settings. The focus is on making friends, enjoying activities, networking and enjoying all that NYC has to offer. Members are mostly 25-40ish. The New York Social Network Meet Up Group is also affilliated with  www.newyorksocialnetwork.com which is an activities group for professionals 25-40ish that hosts events almost every night.

Whether you are just starting out in the world of business or are working on business number one-hundred, the New York Professional Social Network's goal is to help you get customers, business partners and investment capital. You are here because you know this is the best time to start your own business. Established in 2013, New York Professional Social Network is an organization serving the community of the greater New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania area. New York Professional Social Netwo …

We explore how social media has enabled new ways for organizations to connect both internally and externally. Our meetings will focus on practical applications of Social Media tools and platforms like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google plus, Flickr, blog and more. We will talk about Viral Marketing and Social Media in all kinds of business applications - Media Business, Technology, Finance, eCommerce, Customer Care; Social Media for independent musicians, event organizers and HR and internal com …

Join Lauren Westbrook, professional "Social Strategies Coach" and founder of Westbrook Strategies (an interpersonal communications and image consulting firm in NYC) for 1-hour workshops for individuals interested in improving social/communication skills. Workshops will cover a variety of topics, including: Meeting New People Making Small Talk First Dates Building Meaningful Relationships Body Language Public Speaking Dealing with Difficult People Communicating Effectively in the Workpl …

Whether you are just starting out in the world of business or are working on business number one-hundred, the New York Professional Social Network's goal is to help you get customers, business partners and investment capital. You are here because you know this is the best time to start your own business. Established in 2013, New York Professional Social Network is an organization serving the community of the greater New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania area. New York Professional Social Netwo …

Be Social Change New York Meetup- **We are building a Makers Institute! Check it out: http://bit.ly/makers-institute We are a community of social entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, professionals, students, investors, and overall do and want-to-do gooders. Be Social Change is an open and inclusive network of current and future social impact leaders fosters the spreading of new ideas and best-practices, educates members on social entrepreneurship and innovation, and hosts interactive events for members …

The NYC Be Social Group is for everyone, all age groups, all types, come one, come all. Enjoy life now, its time. We will have small dinners, bigger networking events, interesting trips, expert speakers on unique or timely subject matters... We are a unique bunch. ---As always, our intentions are to help everyone make new friends, develop a social circle that they can take beyond Meetup and develop on their own. ---As always, we find that being social is a great way to make business contac …

Hello my fellow social workers!!! I'm a licensed social worker, psychotherapist, psychoanalytic candidate, and member of the Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service Alumni Advisory Board.  Over the years I worked as clinical consultant with the New York City Children’s Services and was a member of the Queens Borough President, Helen Marshall: Task Force on Domestic Violence, Child Maltreatment and Elder Abuse. I have consulted with numerous organizations regarding LMSW exam developm …

Social.TV created the Social TV Panel & Cocktails Series to bring professionals in the Social and Interactive TV space. Engaging panels and ensuing networking cocktail parties are designed to evoke deep dialogue as to where Social TV, Connected TV, Multiplatform Entertainment and Transmedia are heading.

NYC Hospitality & Social Media Meetup is a place for people who run hotels, restaurants, and and tourism-related businesses to connect and learn about social media. This meetup is open to professionals, managers, partners and owners of hospitality establishments and others aligned and working with hospitality organizations. We're hoping to bring together members to share what they are learning and while strengthening bonds (and socializing) between professionals in the space. Follow us on twitte …

The purpose of this group is to provide a venue for professionals in the Black community to socialize, network, build relationships and connections. We specialize in social gatherings to promote businesses and entrepreneurs, as well as, singles events and mixers. This group has held events to appeal to the needs of our community such as speed networking, black tie affairs, after work events, concerts, business pitch meets and much more. The mission of this group is to host exclusive African-Amer …

This group is for people interested in social goals for business. "Social Goals" may include interests in fair labor practices; fair trade; environmental/sustainability; giving back to communities as well as various charitable causes without operating as a non-profit 501c3. Whether you are interested in developing better corporate responsibility for your employer or business, or starting a new business with social goals built-in, this MeetUp is for you. In addition to networking, we will have re …

With the sailing season around the corner and new sailing adventures in our view, New York Social Sail is looking for new, fun sailors and non-sailors to join us on our boating day trips in 2013. We like to fill the boat up with about 20-30 people. No sailing experience is required. The crew is made up of young, well-educated, and well-mannered Manhattan professionals. We are looking to meet new people who will enjoy the atmosphere and company of everyone on the boat. New York Social Sail take t …

This trainer created group welcomes Super Social Small Dogs under 25lbs and their people to come, socialize and have fun - saving NYC's small dog population from it's "yapper" reputation. By socializing on a routine basis, these Super Social Small Dogs heriocally fight off small dog syndrome symptoms of barking, yapping and terrorizing Gotham's population. Developing into confident, happy-go-lucky, care-free Social Small Dog Super Heroes! Come! Join the Super Social Small Dog group and help save …

NYC is so populated, yet it's difficult to meet new young social people. Here's your chance to meet amazingly fun NYC'ers in their 20's and 30's and have a time to remember! Remember that time in college where you had a group of friends to party with? Why do those times have to be in the past? Those times can be here again with new peeps! Social NYC'ers is a group that's about meeting up anywhere and doing anything. Whether it'd be a trip, bar crawl, or just hanging out even outside of Meetup ev …

As seen in The New York Times, Forbes ("Best of the Web") and Cosmopolitan Magazine ("Top New Ways to Meet"), NetParty New York City events are held at the hippest venues and "combine business networking with social fun." (Forbes) In addition to our "classic" NetParty Networking Events which combine both business and social networking, we also sponsor purely social events, purely business events, speed networking, young professionals travel and more. Join our Meetup Group to connect with other N …

Overcome shyness and gain confidence in interpersonal interaction. Work at your own pace with gradual exposure in manageable steps. Initial session is free. 10 session program for $200 Please do come see if the program is right for you. Who should join? Those who suffer from shyness, social anxiety, introversion and general difficulty interacting with others. Why members should join: To overcome social anxiety by facing the fear with gradual exposure in manageable steps.  Focus is on inter …

Value is absolute. Economic, environmental and social components exist. Blending of all three will create a better world. -MG The Social Good For Profit meetup is a forum for passionate people working to make the world a better place through business. Our mission is to foster discussion, surface big ideas and provide a network of support for social entrepreneurs, thought leaders, investors, professionals and students involved in the "for profit for purpose" space. Our members believe that blendi …

The goal of this meetup group is to provide a forum of support for gay men suffering from shyness and social anxiety. Social anxiety can manifest itself in our lives in a range of different ways. From a seemingly harmless shyness around others to the panic and fear of agoraphobia, social anxiety's impact on our lives runs the full spectrum. First off, I think sharing our stories amongst each other will help us learn that we are not alone. Second, I think developing a support system can be a c …

The most fun and memorable nights I have in NYC seem to follow this pattern: Meet friends - Chitchat, break bread, grab a pint, etc. Attend Comedy Show - The less mainstream the better. Socialize - Go for drinks, dancing, or another random suggestion from someone in group. The linchpin is the Comedy Show since it always sets a great mood for the rest of the evening. Plus, who doesn't like laughing with friends, and checking out new shows? With that in mind this group's mission is to check out …

SOCIAL Business Networking is a group where both social and professional relations are encouraged. After attending several of the same business networking groups, I realized that alot of faces steadily became familiar, yet its awkward to transition from the "business networking" mindset to "social networking" at these events. SBN is a great blend of both allowing members to cultivate promising business connections and life lasting relationships in a business casual, stress free environment. Upco …

This group is all about Sunday socializing and bowling. We'll bowl a little bit (doesn't matter if you're good or not), hang out with friends, meet a ton of new ones, and maybe have a few beers at the bar after! We get co-ed teams together of young professionals in their 20s-30s to have some fun while everyone else has gone into social hibernation in the fall/winter - our leagues are typically 400-500 young professionals and young alums!  Come bowl with us, bring your friends, and meet some new …

Expertise and insight. That's what it takes to be a social marketer in NYC - and every month we deliver. We bring together journalists, analysts, social marketers and even scientists each month to discuss trends, strategies and cultural shifts that impact our brands. Each session includes a short presentation and then a discussion with top experts. Members are encouraged to ask questions and share their own insights. And we leave plenty of time for networking with food and drinks. Meetups will t …

The techsphere is exploding in the New York / New Jersey Area, but most tech events revolve around speakers and presentations. This tech group is focused on providing social events to make it super easy to meet others in the tech industry. You may be looking for a co-founder for the next great web site, talent for hire, others to get advice from, or just to broaden your social circle with like minded techies. NJ Tech Socials will provide you with a social space to mix and mingle with your fellow …

We get together every Wednesday to play dodgeball on Manhattan's Upper East Side and then head out to our sponsor bar for drink deals and bar games. And you should probably come do that too, wouldn't you say?! Coed, social sports: shenanigans, tomfoolery, ballyhoo, and general smiley good time funsies all around! Looking forward to getting to know some fresh faces, meeting good people, and playing with some new folk play in our upcoming season! Why would you NOT want to run around like a kid, ma …