Running in local 5K running events.

This running group is open to everyone, newbies who have never run before and looking to start, weekend joggers, or seasoned marathoners looking for the renewed inspiration that comes from the companionship of other runners sharing their passion for this sport. It's all about making friends who run and running with friends we make. We'll share our knowledge on exercise, weight loss, gear, training tips and techniques, racing, injury prevention and recovery, all while sharing a good run. Distan …

People who have lost their spouses and want to connect with others who share the same circumstances. A network group that can help each other through daily life.

Local Co-ed biking group ages 21 and up to ride bikes in a group setting. This is a non competitive group that is created to build social networks of bike riders. The idea is to get people out and form a "Trail Riding Community" statewide.  We are related to the other social bike riding group, Casual Bikers based out of Simsbury. http://www.meetup.com/Casual-Bikers/ You will find many members here on there and rides shared between the two groups. L.T.R.A offers rail trail and mountain biking rid …

This group is for people who like to learn, have fun & stay healthy. Tai Chi is a fun & effective way to build a healthy body and a strong mind. All fitness levels are welcome and no previous experience is necessary.

Eating...the Angel Way is a series of Ten Guidelines based on a series of Divine messages that address food, diet and body images. These messages have been received through Annie Kelleher, a gifted intuitive and writer. The purpose of this group is to share the messages. This group is open to anyone who is interested in learning a loving approach to food and diet.

We are a group of taiji (tai chi)  enthusiasts who together practice Traditional Chen Style Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan), under the tutelage of Master Wang Hai Jun, whom we host three times a year. Between his visits, Marc and Leslie , senior students of WHJ, lead classes providing detailed instruction in the principles and practice of Chen Taiji. If you are interested in cultivating physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through the practice of taiji with a small group of devoted practitioners …

Joining is simple and membership is free!  We are a friendly group of bike enthusiasts! Casual, relaxed rides for fun and recreation all over the Farmington Valley/Hartford/Manchester area. See great neighborhoods, beautiful scenery and meet great people too! So if you feel it is more than just the bike ride that matters, then this group is for you. This group is for cyclists who are least 18 years of age, looking for fun, fellowship and fitness. It's not about cool gear or speed - this is all …

Vintage Swing Dancing in the Greater Hartford Area! Preserving lindy hop, charleston, balboa, & blues in Hartford since 2007. Join us TWO nights a week for lessons & dancing! Tuesdays @ Sidebar and Wednesdays @ Shish Lounge. 7 - 8pm Regular Monthly Lesson Series 8 - 8:30pm Drop-In Beginner Lesson 8 - 10:30pm Dancing $5 admission, 21+ venues No partner or experience necessary! For more info or to sign up for our weekly updates on where to dance in CT, contact us at hartfordunderground@gmail. …

Health 2.0 Hartford is a non-profit local chapter of the national Health 2.0 organization.  The focus of this chapter is to provide a forum for discussing ways of improving Healthcare using Web 2.0 technologies.  At our meetings we will discuss innovations within the Healthcare space and showcase Healthcare technology companies.  Furthermore, we will explore mhealth, PMR/EMR (Personal Health Records/Electronic Medical Records), and the role Social media plays in improving Patient experience. All …

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

The first rule of the Cult Fiction Club: you do not talk about the Cult Fiction Club. What is a cult book? 1. A book that is not a bestseller, or has been out of print for some time. 2. A book that inspires a small but vocal following. 3. A book that touches on topics that are in some way unusual, different, outre, even dangerous. 4. A book that inspires change, thought or action. 5. A book that is, above all else, well written. Every month, The Cult Fiction Club selects one book fitting all or …

Bike Walk Connecticut is changing the culture of transportation through advocacy and education to make bicycling and walking safe, feasible and attractive for a healthier, cleaner Connecticut.

We are a group of people from all walks of life who are passionate about Health & Wellness. Our goal is to nurture, support and cultivate a group of like-minded people who wish to live healthy, in what is quickly becoming, an unhealthy world. We strive to offer a variety of well organized, health related activities such as: Cooking classes/demos to learn healthy, organic, whole food preparation Dining at Vegetarian and Vegan restaurants Guest speakers to discuss healthy living and holistic opti …

Are you an active person who is always up for a new adventure? If you are looking to join a group that is friendly, safe, and a lot of fun this would be a excellent choice. I am looking to find a group of people that like to do all different activities such as SKING! (just in case that wasn't already clear) , climbing, Yoga, Frisbee, roller coasters, movies, Djembe etc. If you are interested in an event that is scheduled please RSVP so I know to keep a eye out for you.

We welcome you to our group of integral people coming together to network, to share information and to learn how to apply wellness to our daily lives! We will discuss and mentor on Proper Nutrition, Healthy Detoxification, Human Potential, Meditation, Holistic Adaptation and Life Coaching. We look forward to meeting and creating a strong successful group of individuals that choose "wellness" and support the mind, body soul connection! We look forward to meeting with you!

Are you a mom looking to get back in shape after having a baby but don't want to pay for a babysitter? Baby Boot Camp is for you! Baby Boot Camp classes combine strength-training exercises with cardiovascular drills in 60-minute sessions. Pilates, yoga and abdominal exercises help improve core strength. Classes are taught by a nationally certified personal trainer with a specialty in pre- and post- natal fitness. Classes will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at The Shoppes at Farmington Vall …

About Us... The Connecticut Hiking Alliance is the place for active hikers who enjoy each other's company both on and off the trail. We believe that hiking, backpacking, snow shoeing, river sports, or any other type of out door adventures are made better when combined with social events where we can get together for a drink or a meal and relive the day's exploits. Based in Connecticut our activities will range throughout New England. We are a community that seeks to be inclusive, diverse and f …

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THOSE WISHING TO JOIN THE LIVING DHARMA CENTER'S MEETUP SITE: While we are open to all those genuinely interested in authentic, meditation-based Zen practice, membership in this Meetup site requires personal instruction in zazen by our teachers before approval. We are not an educational, philosophical or social-networking group and we use Meetup specifically for communications and scheduling notification. For additional information about our group, please see our websit …

A group for salon and spa professionals that allows owners and staff to share their ideas with one another. A think tank where we all learn more about the industry . Remember the fun fact about the word "compete" ? The word compete comes from Latin competere.. "com" means together .. petere meaning to strive, seek . It is because we have competitors that we can advance our collective interests and think out of the box. We can help to motivate and improve the cosmetology industry. Some topics wil …

Hello, This groups purpose is to bring together lesbians of color (African American, Latina, Multi-Racial, Native American ect) who would like to meet and socialize with other lesbians of color in a safe,friendly and nonjudgmental atmosphere. The group is not a place for dating so if those are your intentions this group is not for you. I started this group in hopes of bringing women of color together for socializing, community activities and events, plays,movies or just hanging out. If this soun …

Let's get together and run! I have been a runner for years but have been finding it harder to get motivated to get out and run this winter. I am looking for other runners who want to join me for a weekend run or even an evening run after work. Running is a great way to fight the winter blues.

HELLO AND WELCOME! This is a positive and fun group for those who want to share, explore, learn and grow both personally and spiritually. All of us are at different stages on our spiritual paths, from those just beginning to those who have been on it for several years. This is an interesting time, where many are experiencing a “spiritual awakening” to other possibilities, where they seek a greater understanding, knowledge, and awareness in their lives from a spiritual, holistic, or metaphysical …

Come together with others to explore, and play Capoeira - a Braizilan Martial Art that combines self defense, music, dance, and acrobatics. We welcome everyone. Beginner, Advanced, or completely new to Capoeira - we'd love to have you! About Us Omulu Capoeira Guanabara group is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and educating the art of Capoeira, and using Capoeira as a tool for empowerment. After training with Mestre Preguiça for many years and leading a group in Madison, Wisconsi …

Charity Riders is a group for cyclists who participate and would like to meet up with other solo riders at charity rides and races. It's for spreading the word about worthy causes and letting other riders know the all-important what, when, where and how much info. It's open to all cyclists, whether you ride a 100 mile or a 5 mile loop. All group members will be given organizer privileges so that they can add their favorite events. If you organize a Meetup, make sure you include event registratio …

Hi! I'm a 37 year old woman seeking exercise that is worthwhile and fun.  And, I formed this group so that I'm not alone in doing so!  The only qualifications to be a member is: you must be a woman and/or female gender.  Otherwise, all levels from beginner to expert are welcome!  Secondly, please don't hesitate or avoid doing something that you think is fun; this is a respectful group of all and the only focus is on roller skating and hooping fun. So, put your hesitation and excuses aside and jo …

The focus of this group: To enhance our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health through a regular practice of communing in nature, moving our bodies, quieting our minds, and/or finding ourselves in fits of laughter and spirited connection with other women and friends.  To cultivate feelings of inner peace, well being and joy by pursuing activities that nourish, inspire, educate, and motivate us, with the fundamental goal of feeling GOOD -- in the moment, and beyond -- and to bring some …