Do you love books? Have you read something amazing recently but had no one to share it with? Have you wanted to join a book club (like me) only to find they all meet on weekdays making it impossible for you to attend? Then welcome to the Westchester Weekend Book Club! This club will be open to everyone - both men, women, young, old. A common interest in good books is all that's needed. Some great future read suggestions are "The Thirteenth Tale," "Middlesex," Water for Elephants" "The Shad …

Support Group Offering More than Just "Talk" Come share about the effects of unhealthy relationships in your life. We will also share and do role playing around about what a healthy relationship looks like and how we can begin to have a healthier relationship with ourselves. There will be a meditation, sharing, educational readings, role playing and fun activities as well as support for each other. This week's special-bring a friend get half off the session. Do you find yourself attracting peop …

Hi, I'm Paula, the organizer for this Hikers Group. My group was the first Hiking Meetup group in the area and has grown from 73 members when I became the organizer in March 2005 to over 1,100 in March 2011!! All are welcome to join, but know that the hikes will be moderate in pace, distance & terrain and unless specifically stated - these are not strolls or walks - they can be a challenge! *Keep in mind - it's all relative to your level of fitness and experience... for some my hikes and PDT m …

CINEMAFORCE BEYOND is a Yonkers-based, dues-free, social group for Sci-Fi, Comic Book, and Horror Fans where the extraordinary reigns supreme and reality is purely optional. We invite you on a voyage of boundary-breaking events. Join us and let a powerful and provocative blend of the hottest sci-fi, horror and fantasy comics, movies, and games take over. If you want to see it, read it, or play it - it's here! All events are buy-your-own-ticket. Movies will be seen on Bargain Tuesday nights at Sh …

This group encourages those who work on their own (self-employed, freelancers, entrepreneurs, employees working remotely from home, etc.) to get out and take a fitness break during the day with others who also work independently. One hour to 90 minute walks and hikes at various Westchester parks and trails will be scheduled on a regular weekly, and sometimes semiweekly, basis.  The walks and hikes will be at a moderate to brisk pace (usually with some stops and scenery breaks along the way depen …

We have been looking for Desi parents so we can create a like minded, supportive and fun community where we can meet other Desi parent in the area. The primary purpose of this group is to provide an opportunity for the kids to grow up with other desi kids. Desi parents looking to connect with other Desi parents in the area should definitely join. Please read our policies under the pages tab. http://www.meetup.com/South-Asian-Parents-Of-Westchester/about/

"Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn leaves." - John Muir We are a group of hiking friends who enjoy exploring the mountains. We hike and backpack the many beautiful trails in the Northeast - the Harriman, Hudson, Kittanies, Gunks, Taconics, Catskills, Adirondacks and beyond. We also have the passion for …

Serving the Villages of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow.

This is a social group for moms interested in personal growth and play dates. This group brings together moms who have interest or success in applying goal setting techniques, or ways to achieve life balance and harmony. The only criterion to join the group is to make a commitment for positive growth and to offer positive support and feedback to each other. We meet through activities for young children where moms can socialize and make friends or through mom only events. We also have a monthly “ …

Hello Everyone, In this ongoing workshop/talk/seminar, we'll study, discuss and practice principles of "energy" and the laws of how its vital force manifests on all levels -- your physical body, your emotional and mental life, and your peace of mind and happiness -- or the lack of any of the above. We'll study eastern (and western) teachings including "A Course in Miracles", described by Marianne Williamson as a "self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy", "Emotional Freedom Technique" ("EF …

Rules of Engagement... Fun is the priority. Kayaking and canoeing is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature. Many people are joining this group and do not have their own equipment. There will be one event scheduled each month starting in May to September where renting equipment will be offered. Members are encouraged to post their own trips on the message board and invite others to meet up and join in the fun. Trips should be posted as to how difficult they will be on a scale of 1 to 5, one …

GREENBROOK SANCTUARY IS A SECLUDED PRIVATE NATURE PRESERVE.  Please write me with any questions or comments, greenbrooksanctuary@yahoo.com. NON-MEMBERS PLEASE READ ABOUT US HERE AND DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION. APPLICATION FOR NON-MEMBERS: http://www.njpalisades.org/2012_applicat_pna.pdf Existing members of Palisades Nature Association/Greenbrook Sanctuary please join the meetup group; you will receive approval and confirmation. PNA (Palisades Nature Association) is a non-profit org. of conservation …

Energy Principles Seminar-Power of Meditation Invitation to Meditation/Book Club Presentation Would you like to experience……. - A quiet calm mind - Connection and support with others - Inspiration to clarify and achieve goals - An introduction to or a deepening of meditation - A full presence to and zest for life… You are invited to an introductory talk and guided meditation experience where you will awaken to and align with your life force energy. Please come and experience this meditation whic …

Calling all would-be and actualized writers for stage and screen! Calling all improv'ers, actors, and those who are interested in trying dramatic improv for the first time! **** We also need a videographer **** The Plan: Writers come with the basics of a scene they have in mind. They know what takes place and who the characters are. It can be any genre. The actors (the writers themselves can be actors, if they wish) take the stage and improv the scene, following the plot points that the writer h …

A unique dating experience for Westchester men and women ages 35- 60 where you gather in a beautiful home setting. Events cater to interests such as wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, dancing, book readings, travel interests, art shows, car shows, tennis outings, golf interests, car buffs an much much more. Parties are limited in attendee numbers and will be strategically planned to meet your interests and hobbies. In addition to attending Meetup events, you will be asked to fill out a quest …

When I was looking for members to join an established writing group of which I am part, I found there were many people who wanted a group for the beginning or novice writer. I started this group for those who might be intimidated by authors they feel are further along in their writing. I will be facilitating the group by giving writing assignments and exercises to those who would like them. I will also guide the group in their critiques which can be helpful to new writers and new groups in gener …

Dining for Women is a dinner giving circle. Our chapter members "dine in" together as a chapter once a month or a minimum of four times a year, each bringing a dish to share, and our "dining out" dollars (what we would have spent if we had eaten at a restaurant) are sent to programs empowering women worldwide. We then combine all donations from hundreds of our chapters to support carefully selected international programs each month. We fund grass-roots programs in education, healthcare, vocation …

Westchester needs some Austrian Economics! If you've heard of the Austrian School of Economics and want to learn more, we will be meeting (hopefully) on a weekly basis to discuss reading an lecture material.

Self Help Friends is a meetup made to discuss current self-help and personal growth and development books available in bookstores today and how they help or don't help our lives. We will offer tips, advice, recommendations and an opportunity to step outside of our personal comfort zones to challenge ourselves towards growth and a better more authentic life. Self Help Friends is also a forum to provide an opportunity to get out, socialize, meet new people, make friends and enjoy life just a littl …

This meetup group is for anyone who has an idea for a product or service that they are currently trying to bring to market. This meetup will serve to encourage those that are thinking about taking the leap but can't seem to get pass the fear and self doubt. Can't seem to find support from family and friends? That's fine, we the group members will be your "encouragers" The group will also offer support to those that have started a business but are facing various challenges in finding success. Thi …

Chances are if you’re reading this group description you’re already a wine lover. If not, you will be soon. We wanted to start this group with the idea of tasting fine wines from some of the most spectacular wine producing regions throughout the world all within a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We would like to bring together great food, fine wine, and good company. Each tasting will focus on a specific region (or sub-region), grape varietal, or other similar theme and will be held at a local resta …