This is an adult organization of paddlers from beginners to advanced.  There are a variety of paddles scheduled to accommodate the wide variety of paddlers in this group.  Outings may include other activities such as navigation, trekking, biking, camping and the like. But most important - come to events! -RSVP for events. -Be an active member. -Participate in the message boards. Members who have not been active for over 3 months will be removed. This is not about quantity, it's about quality. Pl …

This group is for young adults (21-29), male or female, to just get out and do a whole variety of fun social activities. This is not a meat market, just a group for people who like doing everything from going to concerts, attending local sporting events, beach days, movies, pub crawls, etc. The goal of this group is to get out and meet people and have a good time. Please make sure that you're visiting the site and making an effort to come out to the different events posted. If you have a strict …

If you are looking for a fun group that likes to get out and do things, then this is the group for you.  It doesn't matter where you live in Hampton Roads, we do activities all over to accomodate everyone and we ask for your help, as members in planning the events. This group was started for our children to meet and make friendships, as well as us moms to do the same.  I hope that with this group, there will be long and lasting friendships. This group is for children of all ages. Once your me …

Hi everyone!! I am Sara! Welcome to our meetup site! We have a GREAT group of people and doxies. Come to the local Dachshund Meetup to talk Doxie and meet some really cool dogs and the people they own (hey, it's dachshunds, you KNOW they are the ones in charge- lol) Show off your adorable Longhaired, Smooth or Wirehaired; miniature or full-sized, all breeds of Dachshunds and people are welcome! *** This is a group for play dates so that the little ones can run around and play off leash in a fenc …

The purpose for this group is to build community for women in the seven cities (Norfolk, VaBeach, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News) beyond the lesbian bar scene. This is an inclusive group of women of all ages and backgrounds who identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual. Over the past 2 years we have evolved into an amazing group of women who enjoy having fun. Whether its rock-n-roll bowling, go-karting, having a cook out at the beach, playing games at a party, or getting toget …

This group is an opportunity for Christ loving moms to be able to get together on a regular basis and chat while our children get to know one another, too! Most of our members are Stay At Home Moms. This group's activites are planned for newborns through preschool, though older siblings are always welcome to join playdates when school is out. We have regularly scheduled playdates at parks, beaches, museums, libraries, members homes and wherever else we decide to play. Typically our playdates are …

Finally Free To Be Me is a multiethnic faith based peer-to-peer support group that provides opportunities to cherish yourself for who you are and discover your own possibilities by exploring thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and various other topics as chosen by the group. Other areas of focus include: Opportunities to share aspects of your story of survival, strength and success. Opportunities to replace self-defeating self-talk and behavior...s (i.e. excessive eating, isolation, substance abuse, p …

We welcome crafters from all walks of life interested in a broad range of handmade crafts including knitting, crochet, sewing, quilting, card making, scrapbooking, stamping, more! We are looking for all skill levels! If there is a handmade craft you'd like to learn, we'd love to help get you started. If you are an expert and want to pass on your skill, we'd love to have you! We offer the opportunity to get together and swap craft items, learn a new craft, and maybe find the time and support to w …

*We do English Country and Scottish Country dances. *English Country Dances are also the traditional of Colonial America. Several of these dances have been featured in Jane Austen movies. *We also do modern dance in the English Country style. Have you ever learned to square dance? This is similar as the steps are called (during practice) and it is a friendly social environment. If you can walk you can dance! If you have ever had your feet stepped on while taking a dance class, this is one in whi …

We are looking for warm and engaging women in Norfolk to share some fun books. These books will be as vivid and real as your closest friends. Come out and join us for some light-hearted conversation. We will meet every third Tuesday. The locations will all be in Norfolk and will vary from month to month. Find out what we are all about! THIS MEETUP SITE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS AT THIS TIME!

This meetup is for single men and women who enjoy playing golf and want to meet other singles to play with and make new friends.

I created this group when I realized that I wasn't having any luck finding a group that has meetups in Norfolk for small children. I know that there must be other Norfolk moms and dads out there that would like to get involved in activities with their kids. Hopefully this will be great fun for our children and a nice way for the parents to make new friends also! I am a 41 year old mother of one little girl who was born in January of 2010. If you have small children or infants and would like to …

The Tidewater Atheists Group (TAG) was founded in March of 2004 and is dedicated to serving the atheist community of the Tidewater Area of Virginia by creating an environment for fellowship through social and community building activities. Our membership includes atheists, agnostics, Ethical Culturalists, freethinkers, brights, humanists, naturalists, secularists, and our friends and family. For the privacy of our members, postings and meetup locations are not viewable by non-members. Members mu …

Military Wives and GF’s of Hampton Roads This group is for all the women who understand what it is like to have a significant other in the armed forces. We understand how challenging military life can be with the deployments, duty, and other hardships. This group is designed to be your support system while being active and social. We make lasting friendships, have fun, and create Meetups that everyone can enjoy! Join up we would love to meet you! Some of our Events include: Wine Tasting, Pot L …

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation’s leading non-profit organization serving individuals with ADHD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others.

The Mambo Room offers a warm atmosphere where you can learn to dance, meet new people and have a great time! We teach the art of social dancing Monday - Saturday and have weekly and monthly dance socials. Our dance includes Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha, Afro Cuban, Chicago Steppin', Ballroom and more. We also offer fitness classes like Zumba, Delirio, and Carribean Carnival Work-out. See you on the dance floor! Our Website: www.MamboRoomDance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/MamboRoomDance Tw …

We are a small group of REALLY friendly dogs and owners.  We are responsible pet owners who enjoy hanging out at the beach with our dogs off leash year round.  We care about the socialization of our four-legged pals.  We will not tolerate aggressive or over dominate behavior, it just isn't fair to our friendly dogs.  We love our dogs and we love the beach.  Membership to this group is not automatic and once you are a member, your membership may be terminated if problems arise from your dog's beh …

The 912 First Landing Patriots is the education, cultural, and entrepreneurial arm of the Hampton Roads Tea Party serving the southside area of Tidewater. MISSION To foster Constitutional thinkers among voters and future voters at the local level through forming 912 patriot small groups in neighborhood precincts, community and church groups and schools where members are equipped with the tools to defend and articulate America’s liberty-heritage and build relationships within their community fo …

The Tidewater Appalachian Trail Club's (TATC) purpose is maintaining a section of the Appalachian Trail as assigned by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, and providing organized hiking, backpacking, camping, educational and other activities for its members.  This is our Meetup Group.

Do you love the intricate ballet of cutting-edge technology, driver skill, and race team strategy that makes up the dramatic, world-wide spectacle of Formula 1 racing?   So do we! We get together for a Formula 1 Breakfast (and sometimes lunch) for every GP possible at the largest sports pub in Norfolk - the Azalea Inn & Time Out Sports Bar. So come join us for some great F1 racing action, lively fan fellowship and a good, hearty breakfast! Hosted by the Mid-Atlantic Alfa Romeo Club.

Come to one of our three monthly Alliance Francaise conversation Meetup groups and connect with others who share your passion for French language and francophone culture! All ages and ability levels are encouraged to come and practice the language we love in a "chaleureuse" atmosphere. Our Alliance Francaise conversation Meetup groups meet in Virginia Beach (second Tuesday) and Norfolk (Azar's, fourth Thursday). A third group meets in Williamsburg (third Saturday). "A vous" to decide where to ta …

We are a group of  filmmakers from all walks of life. We are here to support each other, collaborate and network. We welcome all filmmakers, Writers, Directors,DP's, Actors etc, all are welcomed. If you are involved in film making from amateur,student, to professional again, all are welcomed.

Meet friendly Pugs and Pug Owners near you! Come to a local Pug Meetup meet new people and pugs of all shapes, sizes and ages. This is a great opportuinty let for you and your pug make some new friends!

This group is for anyone interested in meeting people, attending workshops, events/activities, networking and connecting with individuals and businesses focused on Holistic Health and Lifestyle. I started this group to bridge the understanding, bring awareness, access, value and information to people in the community who have questions about Holistic Integrative Health and a desire to help others live a healthy, happy and vibrant life.

A private women's reading group for East Beach residents.

Norfolk Contra Dancers (TRADIN') meet on the third Saturday of every month to dance to live music with a caller. Contra dancing has moves similar to old-time square dancing, done with a partner and another couple in a line. No costume or partner is required and there is new dancer orientation every month. Anyone who can walk can contra dance!  New dancers are always welcome, so come out and join us. For directions to the venue, click on the green "Pages" tab above. If you'd like to see what co …

Join me each month as Fran Tarkenton speaks to you via webcast with a special guest. Fran Takenton and his guest will discuss relevant and important business topic, and provide you with motivation, tips, and ideas for running and growing your business. It’s also a great opportunity to network with other business owners in your community. Join us for this special event!

Our purpose is to share and promote  ACOUSTIC (not plugged in) music with folks who like to play and listen to ACOUSTIC folk, alternative, celtic, blues, classical, old time, country and bluegrass. Those with a desire to play and learn about acoustic music should join. All skill levels of players and listeners are welcome. We provide a friendly arena for people to find out about jams and concerts and to enjoy making music or simply to support the local, regional, national and international acous …