Welcome to your connection to unlimited friends and acquaintances. Connections and Friends is a sister group of our other group on the North shore, which is A Circle of Friends out of Newburyport.  The intent is to bring the 2 areas of the North Shore together and socialize, have fun and make friends. We are a group of singles aged 35+, who like to explore, have fun, socialize and make new friends. Some events include dining out, outdoor activities, community service, dancing, and other enjoyabl …

Welcome to Our Circle of Friends! We are a group of singles, ages 35+, who have a good time getting together and exploring all that life has to offer. We are open to new members and welcome the opportunity to meet new people. Some events include dining out, outdoor activities, community service, dancing, and other enjoyable events. Sometimes we will open our events to children, which will be posted on the individual event page. Check out our calendar for upcoming activities. We do have a few rul …

Meet with other local Small Active Dogs Owners that live in the Greater Boston Area for FREE! This group is for anyone looking to take their dog-friendly pooch out for some fun and socialization, but not wanting to drive all the way into Boston. Convenient location off of I-95. Lots of indoor & outdoor space available year round. Note - All dogs must be 30lbs and under.

Well with winter over it's time to start the dances up again.  This year I hope to have more venues and if you have any suggestions let me know.  Also if you have any other ideas that you think the group would like don't hesitate in setting up an event.  We'll be having the regular monthly dances in Malden, which is just north of Boston and a great hall, with a good friendly crowd having a fun time every month.  With all the groups that post this dance, it is always a good crowd.  I am also tryi …

This is a group for moms with children ages 0-6, who live north of Boston. The primary focus will be to share your motherhood experiences, find and give support & advice and make new friends for you and your children. The events will mainly be for moms with children 0-6 who are home during the day (as that is when most of the play dates will take place), but others can feel free to join.  As we grow, the calendar will soon be filled with plenty of fun family-focused events, such as private in-h …

This group is to serve the unique (and non-unique) needs of GLBT parents to support one another through sharing stories, advice, and encouragement. Whether you are a parent, considering parenthood or in the process of becoming a parent, this group is for you. As a lesbian mother of an adopted special-needs teenager and step-mom to my partner's three kids, I'm aware of the need for conversation and support. As a Unitarian Universalist minister, I am hoping to facilitate gatherings that provide t …

Come join us!  We attend movies, live theater, opera, concerts, and other events together, without going into Boston. We may eat together (inexpensively) before or after to discuss. Possibilities include the Metropolitan Opera's live HD simulcasts in Rockport, or live theater at the Gloucester Stage Company, or movies at the Cabot Theater in Beverly. New ideas are welcome!  Our purpose is to build community around the performing arts on the North Shore, and to make like-minded friends.

Presented By: Viki Bailey: Super Saver (I do not claim to be an expert or professional shopper, just a super saver. My job is to educate others on how to do the same.) This workshop combines the super deals you can find both online and in stores. It is an interactive class and hands on so be prepared to bring a notebook and your friends (support always helps). Part one of the workshop teaches you how to shop online. • You will learn how to find hot deals on everything you already buy • Learn …

Join Independent Team Beachbody Coaches Kevin and Carrie Kelly for FREE Weekly Workouts Inspired by: INSANITY - P90X - Turbo Fire - ChaLEAN Extreme – Turbo Jam - Brazil Butt Lift If you are new to fitness, or have been on a hiatus joining our club is the way to get back on track. If you workout often and want a new fresh way to maximize your routine, this is the place to be!  All fitness levels are welcomed and any workout is easily modified! Come workout with us and see how easy it is to fin …

Massachusetts Men's Gathering (MMG) is a participant-organized and participant-led weekend that happens twice a year at a year-round camp/ retreat center. Like similar format retreats throughout New England and in several other states, MMG does not hire "experts" to run workshops or provide the entertainment, but trusts in the abilities of whoever shows up! The MMG Organizing Committee (OC) plans and sustains the framework for the spring and fall weekends, but not the content. Each participant b …

A fun, social get together group for WOMEN ONLY with no aim except enjoy each other's company! No fundraising! No rules! No dues! Pay for your own Martini, wine, soda, etc. We will meet once a month on the 12th of the month to celebrate 2012! We will sample a different Martini Bar or Restaurant each month. Make a new BFF!

Tired of only seeing Meetup groups and events that happen in Boston? Looking for something fun to do during the week or on the weekend that's closer to home? Look no further! This group is organized for men and women in their 20's & 30's who have time and energy to spare and want to make new friends on the North Shore! This group's events mostly consist of after-work drinks, dinners, leisure sports (bowling, mini golf, etc), and overall just mixing and mingling at bars or restaurants. Many of ou …

Our missions statement reads: “We will celebrate the rich tradition of drum corps and the nautical history of the seacoast through performing arts programs that educate and entertain, while creating an enriching experience for both our members and audiences.” We have created this meetup group to help connect drum corps alumni from the area and rally support.  If you have ever marched in drum corps, or have friends, relatives, etc that are musicians or color guard now, help us spread the word so …

I'm an inveterate rock hound: collecting, slabbing, tumbling, mineral collecting, and more to come as I learn...This group is for rock hounds (mutt and pedigree) who simply like rocks, learning more, sharing the wonders of shiny things with like minded rock-ophiles. We can explore collecting sites in New England together, go to the local rock and mineral shows and rock swaps here in New England, plan trips to the southwest and other hot rock areas, have presentations by group members on their ow …

Are you looking to meet more friends to share fun times with. Whether married or single with children, we can all enjoy having good times at carnivals, picnics, outings and more!

There's nothing better than finding a bar or pub with a great beer list.... a great craft beer list that is.... unless of course you have friends to share it with. Let's find a way to meet-up occasional at some of the great beer spots of the North Shore for some tasting and some talking. Ideas of all sorts are welcome as well as themed night, roadtrips etc... I am just looking for folks who want to grab some great brews and form some friendships.

Are you your late 20s-30s and feel like everything "good" happens in Boston? I love getting out in Boston, but there's also a lot to do here closer to home. If you live in Salem, Beverly, Ipswich, Gloucester, Newburyport, Amesbury, Danvers, Peabody or one of those nearby towns, you might have found some of those hidden gem good times..., concerts and live music, outdoor festivals, carnivals, great walking trails, jazz nights, brunch, karaokee nights...all those random fun, waste of time things. …

The North Shore Stargazers is a meetup geared towards those with a love of the night sky. No previous knowledge or experience in astronomy is required. And you especially do not need to own a telescope to participate! We usually view the heavens through my 12" reflector telescope. It provides spectacular views of the Moon's surface, cloud belts encircling Jupiter, the rings of Saturn, galaxies and star clusters. We observe from two sites: the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield and Hal …

We are a supportive community for individuals who are passionate about making a profound difference in the world. Whether you are a healer, spiritual entrepreneur, artist, health professional or just someone with a big vision, join us each month to share who you are and what you do, to support and inspire each other, to share success stories and to make new friends. Types of Meetings: My vision for this community is to meet once a month to connect and be supported. Then if there is enough intere …

This group is for anyone interested in fitness and spending time with their children! Join us for a great workout, make some new friends, bond with your baby, and enjoy fun for all! We have holiday parties, play dates, and days/nights out for moms. Baby Boot Camp is the premier stroller fitness program for prenatal and postpartum women. Nationally certified fitness professionals instruct all classes and modify exercises for pregnant, post-natal and ultra-fit moms. Every class incorporates cardio …

The Town Common Meet Up Group is perfect for meeting new people, developing friendships outside of the group, and OK to network your business. It is a chance to have fun, and explore new restaurants, pubs, and local events such as trivia night and dinner socials, as well as getting together for coffee at local coffee shops. We strive to bring people together. The group name "The Town Common" dervies itself from the opportunity for people to get together and exchange ideas, establish friendships, …

The Essex County Trail Association exists to maintain and protect access to the trails and open spaces in the six towns in which we work: Hamilton, Wenham, Ipswich, Essex, Topsfield and West Newbury. We hold monthly trail events, which we try to vary between mountain biking, hiking, running, horseback riding and cross-country skiing/snowshoeing.  These events are free and open to members and non-members of ECTA. For more information about ECTA and all of our events, please visit our website at w …

The first event will be a scavenger hunt for singles who want to meet new people and have fun exploring scenic and historic Newburyport. Let's share some laughs and beverages at the end to celebrate!

This is a group for nudists in their 20s and 30s who want to meet up for nude recreaction and socialization. I started this group to bring together the new generation of nudists.