Discover some new restaurants in and around West New York and meet some of your neighbors. Instead of running into the City, driving to Hoboken or dealing with the crowds on River Road, let's get to know some local spots while meeting new friends. Whether you're single or married, old or young, an owner or a renter, living down by the river or up on the cliffs, we'll enjoy some laid back meals and other events that are mostly centered around our town.

LocalTech New York is about the convergence of small, local and tech. We want to connect New Yorkers who are into tech, engaged with their neighborhoods, and/or interested in merging the two together. Whether you're a small business owner looking for interesting new tech opportunities, a technologist trying to build a solution for local, or just someone who loves where they live...come join us!

We are a community farm dedicated to improving the quality of life of residents of North Brooklyn. Our mission is to demonstrate the transformative potential of urban agriculture and engage the Brooklyn community in sustainable, local food production opportunities.

If you like wine and food, this group is for you. This group was started as a place to find other people who want to learn about wine and food in a casual, fun, and stimulating setting.  This is not a dating or pick-up group. We meet at least once per month at a local venue that allows us to bring our own wine. There are so many great places in NYC that are BYO/BYOB we can enjoy wine and food in a casual, fun, interesting, affordable atmosphere. I have access to great wine and I am always lookin …

Meet local moms and dads for play dates and to talk about the awesome responsibility of being a parent. Share experiences about all things baby and parenting and have a wealth of knowledge regarding every aspect of parenting literally at your fingertips. Members share info about everything from doctor referrals, opinions about vaccinations, sleep, nutrition, entertainment, traveling with kids and more.

This is a group for gay men to experience the beauty and sensuality of Italy here in NY. Come meet other men who love to travel, enjoy GOOD wine, are interested in the philosophy of Italian cooking and who want to exchange tips about traveling to Rome, Florence, Venice and Italy in general. Find travel partners, learn to speak some Italian before you go, find out where the gay "locales" are and how to meet gay men once you land in Italy. This group is for everyone from young, single men to partn …

Meet fellow Raw Foodists near you! Come to a local Raw Food Meetup to have fun, share raw food meals, and discuss vegan diet and health issues. Anyone interested in the raw/live food diet and lifestyle is welcome!We hope to educate, support and inspire you to live a healthy life and support you where you are. This group will help you find a program that best suits your needs without judgment.

A group of Individuals who are looking to meet fellow gamers in the NYC area, we provide Consoles for gaming needs and only want you to enjoy yourself and have a good time gaming. Soon we would like to be the leader in providing Major tournaments and local events throughout the city.

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Are you part of your New York City CSA's core group? This Meetup group is a resource for you! Be in touch with other CSA coordinators to discuss what's worked for your group and share helpful resources, seasonal CSA-friendly recipes and more. Learn from each other and from Just Food's years of experience working with CSAs in New York City.

Welcome raw/vegans, those interested in healthy food and lifestyle, chefs, artists, and the peculiar! We are an enthusiastic bunch of creative, health conscious, loving individuals eager to share the raw vegan lifestyle. We are committed to community, facilitating raw food education, potlucks, field trips, exploring local restaurants, and more, sharing innovative, high-vibe, healthy gastronomy. We are pushing the boundaries with raw vegan cuisine, mixing exotic flavors, making gourmet plates, pl …

New York City is home to a neverending list of lovely restaurants and dining locales. It is also home to an amazingly diverse group of smart and interesting people. The purpose of this group is to bring these two things together. The agenda? It is simple - 1. I'll pick the restaurant (requirements: in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens with delicious food and an enticing cocktail menu). 2. I'll make a reservation for 6. 3. 5 people sign-up (requirements: ages 21-35 and loves to eat, drink, and talk! …

Do you spend your days being serious, responsible, professional, respectable? Have a stressful job, have bills to pay, have people who depend on you? BEING A GROWN-UP IS HARD WORK!! Every now and then, we need to get out and play - whether it be for just an hour or evening - to reconnect with our inner child and to relax and re-energize. SILLY DATE! NEW YORK is a good clean fun Meetup group in New York City for singles and their friends. Members are fun, friendly, independent and are interested …

Do you live in Long Island City? Are you in your mid-late 20s or early 30s? Are you interested in meeting others who live in the neighborhood? Then you should join this group! I'm looking to make this a group mostly for people out of college but not necessarily "settled down"/starting a family already (it seems like 90% of the people in my building are already married with kids). I live by the waterfront/Gantry Park off the Vernon/Jackson stop, but people from other areas of LIC, and even Astori …

This group is for people who want to experience many Asian foods and drinks with a focus on pub style cuisine.  Mainly basement sake bars and yakitori spots. But Izakaya is an umbrella group description as I have other events planned outside what would be described as an Izakaya. Things like tea & dessert, Korean BBQ, any local Far East events like movies and concerts. Also its not so much an "exchange" as you won't find any American style bars/eateries on the agenda. Sharing language and cultur …

Hey everyone! I joined a few meet up's so far on this site and had a great time in all of them. Lately I have been on this 'wine' kick and been going to a few wine places and wineries in the NYC area! Brooklyn Winery is one of my favorites. They host TV show viewings there as well; (ie. Walking Dead, Mad Men, Breaking Bad) and also do a set of Movies through the summer too. Game of Thrones and other HBO shows also play at Professor Thoms Bar in Manhattan! I personally love to drink and socialize …

Welcome to Friend 2 Speak 2! Join Us With 1-Easy Click. All Profile Questions Are Optional! Calling all friendly people! This group is for anyone who is looking to make new friendships, socialize, network and experience fun times and maybe learn a few new things along the way. Welcome if you're open to new experiences and want to add a completely new dimension to your social life! We're about: Friends 2 Speak 2 · Self-Improvement · Making New Friends · Personal Growth · Social Gatherings · Bui …

This is a group for people who love wine and want to explore all the local wine haunts the East Village has to offer! The group will be a place to try new wines, share favorites, be introduced to fantastic local wine bars, shops and events, all while meeting new people.

This is a group of women who like to hang out and have a great time in this wonderful city of New York!!! We are real and down to earth women who know how to also embrace our inner fabulousness! Yup, it is possible! :) This group is open to truly exploring what this city has to offer! We are between the ages of 30 & above years old. Anything from visiting an art gallery for a little culture, visiting a quick wine tasting event to enrich the palate, a girl’s night out at one of the local clubs fo …

I want to create a group that is pretty local to Brooklyn where a group of mid 20 to mid 30 somethings can get together pretty regularly and share food, drink, laughs and our lives. I'm new to Brooklyn and have already heard of fun not mainstream vegan places and would love if a group of people new to Brooklyn could get together with seasoned Brooklyn vegans and share what makes this such an amazing place to live! Ideally, drinks or a dinner (either at a local vegan spot or a potluck at one of o …

Meet other local sake, sushi and japanese food lovers! This group is for sharing our love and enthusiasm for sake, sushi and other types of Japanese food. I'm sure you have your favorites - let's share and explore! Here's the basic format: Mission #1 (Todd): Where's the Best Ramen In NYC!!! Mission #2 (Open): The Best of Hidden Japan (Right here in NYC)!!!! Mission #3 (Mike): Find the Best Sushi Spot! Mission #4 (Open): Best of Yakitori in NYC!!! Mission #5 (Todd): Best of the Best Sake …

Welcome to a group that will be different from most other groups you've been in, this group will give you the needed skills to create Healthy habits that you will have for a lifetime!  Join Lynn Mendelsohn (A Health Coach and NYC Local who has had Food Allergies & Digestive Issues before learning to live a Healthy Life)  Have you been wanting to get Healthy but you are overwhelmed with all the information available on the internet and not sure where to look/what to do?  This is the group to get …

This group is for all of us from the South, now living (and loving) New York City! The organizer team schedules monthly events at local restaurants and bars where our members can socialize and relax! Members are asked to review our rules of membership here: http://exsoutherners.meetup.com/30/about/.

The mission of the International Debate Education Association (IDEA) is to promote mutual understanding and democracy globally by supporting discussion and active citizenship locally. Founded in the City of London in 1755, the Cogers is the oldest free speech forum in the world. IDEA brings this tradition to NYC with the introduction of the Big Apple Cogers, which typically meets the first Wednesday of each month (locations vary) for a lively open debate on current events. Here's how it works - …

Fathers, mothers, accountants, doctors, investment advisors, brokers, attorneys, teachers, business executives, business owners, machinist, mechanics, artist and………… There is a movement of self-sufficiency, preparedness, self-reliance and survival. These people have many names ranging from self-reliant, preppers, homesteaders, and survivalist. All share a need for quality of life, economic adaptation, and if necessary survive a catastrophic local or global event. New and wanting to learn how to …

SpotLite Caribbean Cooking is a bold and new way of socializing through food. In this group we will focus on Caribbean Cuisine . Have you ever wanted to meet and build relationships with other local foodies who love and has a passion for everything Caribbean. If you just love all things Caribbean or just want to learn about the food and a little culture then this group is for you.  It's about having fun, showing support to one another and creating new and real friendships which hopefully will l …

Welcome Weed Eaters.  My name's Daniel and I'm the group facilitator. This group was started to promote a greater appreciation for wild plants.  And there's no better way to show love, devotion and trust than by sharing a meal together. This is a collaborative endeavor.  Much of what I know about plants and nearly all the edible and useful stuff, I learned directly from other people (the oral tradition) and through experimentation.  I learn by listening, reading, trying and sharing. I'm a profes …