We are a group of single parents living in and near Cambridge, MA - looking to socialize and take advantage of all the amenities of our fair city: coffee shops, parks and cool neighborhoods to explore.  There is so much to do with (and without) the kids and if you have an idea, let us know!

I have formed this community of amazing women who happen to be Single Mothers primarily, but not exclusively, from Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Medford and Malden. This group is also open to non-single parents who appreciate & support our situation (relatives, mentors, teachers, adult children of single moms, babysitters, etc.). This meetup is unique from most because it is a chance for families to not only get together at least once a month, but to really be a supportive resource to single …

We are a community of Boston-area families committed to giving our children a strong sense of Asian heritage...and have a lot of FUN while doing it! You will not find a more active Meetup, with several activities scheduled every week. Currently on our calendar: Monthly dim sum get-togethers in Chinatown Weekly playdates in Korean and Mandarin (other languages can be arranged, just let us know! Or better yet, help plan them!) MNOs (mothers' night out) Lunch dates and playdates Outings to zoos, p …

Meet other local men and fathers to discuss fairness in family law and the equal treatment of men and fathers in family court, laws and society. Our objective is to promote and preserve active, caring and responsible fatherhood. Our mission statement -To Secure Equal Parenting Rights and Responsibilities for men and women by: -Raising awareness of the social problems and harm to children caused by fatherlessness. -Reversing government laws and policies that promote fatherlessness. -R …

Hello, I am the proud mother of a 4 year old boy who believes he is a girl. I understand this may be a permanent desire of his - it certainly does not appear to be a phase. He is having trouble adjusting at school as other children find his behavior odd. I am looking to start a group for similarly situated families who want an accepting social outlet for their children as well as personal support for themselves. 2012 update - We are currently a group of a few moms/families trying to support our …

Boston Dogs Organization is the play-date, playgroup, reference section, dog and owner communication portal, extension of its nonprofit  www.boston-dogs.org Our parent nonprofit specializes in unique, holistic, individual training; performing surrender interventions; facilitating rescue transportation and placements; and constant canine political advocacy (we spearheaded the first criminal devocalization Bill in the USA "Logan's Law" and passed it 155 - 1 by the MA legislature and signed by Gove …

I am a young mom of 6 who would love to meet other Jewish moms and dads. The goal of this group is to give each of us a chance to interact and socialize with other parents who have the same interests and goals. We are starting a Mommy and Me with a Jewish Twist. This program will incorporate songs, art, dance, movement, play time, exercise, mommy yoga, baby massage, parenting tips, stories and various sensory stimulation's. The goal of our program is to deepen our relationships with our bab …

Welcome to our Winthrop Area Play Group! This is a group for parents of infants/toddlers ages 0-5, who live in or very near the town of Winthrop. The primary focus will be to share your experiences, find advice, give support and make new friends for you and your children. The events will mainly be for parents who are home during the day, 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-home play dates, ou …

SIE is an adult-oriented discussion-only group for mature and respectful adults.  If you are an adult who does not wish to read or discuss adult material, please exit now. Since this is a private group we require all members have a clear, recent face photo on their profile. No exceptions. This group was started on the premise that when we are more accepting of ourselves and more open-minded towards others, we can begin to communicate  in a way that improves our chances of more fulfilling rel …

We work with a few charities in the area and are constantly outside donating our time, money, food, clothes, or spirit to those in need. Our primary focus may be donating time here in USA to fix broken communities here at home We have great ideas on how to raise LOVE and are happy to have more. Come to our events, or help us to come up with more ideas.

This group is for adults with ADHD and the people they are close to. We believe that these two groups of people will benefit the most by supporting each other and learning from each other as a single community. This enables us to leverage our relationships and collective wisdom for the growth of each member. To facilitate this we have a number of community building blocks: 1. Meetings for adults with ADHD 2. Meetings for adults who have a close relationship with an adult who has ADHD 3. Meetings …

This is a group for Boston Singles ages 21-50. There will be singles events, of course. But I want to host teleclasses and workshops and seminars to help singles identify what they think might be getting in their way of finding the type of relationship they seek. We'll discuss online dating, casual dating, committed relationships and more. Get help writing your dating profile, navigating the dating scene and learn ways to read the behavior of men and women. See our main website at http://www.An …

This group is for Practical Idealist to share ideas, skills and resources….a place to vision, debate and collaborate. Let's have conversations that have never happened before! Let's create real world solutions that celebrate our individual desires and honor the needs of our collective future. Let's enjoy the process and each other. I'm hoping to gather a diverse group of creative, positive people that truly embrace the gift of different perspectives and are excited to cross-pollinate. If you as …

Hi there! Its really tough when you have a kiddo diagnosed with Autism or a Special Need of some sort to put yourself out there and do things that parents with NT kids do. Im not pitting folks against each other, the overall experience is just different. We get the stares, the "How could that parent let that child get AWAY with that!" sort of feedback at malls, parks, playgrounds. . .just walking around. I am proposing a group thats only semi organized since many of us live in a life thats ful …

Come meet-up and join our group of families raising/with young Jewish children, ages 0-5, in the Boston area (including Jamaica Plain, Back Bay and the South End). Opportunities include Jewish holiday celebrations, parenting groups, story times, Shabbat sing-alongs, and weekly drop-in meet-ups held in many locations in the Boston area and at Temple Israel of Boston. All of our programs for families raising/with young Jewish children are open to all – temple membership is not required. So whether …

We are a Meetup that wants to provide friendship, events and fun for busy single professionals. We are open to singles of all ages who want to get together and participate in a variety of social events...and who knows, you just might meet that someone special!”

This non-partisan group discusses the latest in health and health policy, particularly healthcare reform as new changes are implemented in Massachusetts and the nation. We discuss the topics du jour, analyzing how the changes personally affect our health (whether they limit or increase it) as we learn about them. Our topics range from testimonials about interactions with providers to personal lessons learned about the system. Beyond group discussions, healthcare navigation consultations are also …

The Reverse Startup is an accelerated product launch camp, driven by the open source community, focused on rapid prototyping and rapid execution around a series of proof-of-concept exercises. Encompassing a wide range of topics, this group is ideal for developers, designers, technologists, marketing professionals and entrepreneurs. The Reverse Startup is a non-profit organization, dedicated to the community and helping people actualize their dreams and professional goals. We endeavor to come tog …

This is a group for working mama's to meet other mom's and have fun doing activities with their kids. All full time/part time working mama's are welcome. Kids at any age are welcome but keep in mind, activities will most likely be focused on toddler/pre-k/kindergarten level. Playdates and activities will be focused on weekends, but some evenings may be suggested. We can have lots of fun planning fun playdates, pot lucks, and mom's night out/in.....Looking forward to meeting new people and making …

Meet men while talking about what's important As a gay, bisexual or socially straight man attracted to men in the greater Boston area, you have a positive outlook on life and want to get the most out of life and relationships.  Personal growth, meaningful relationships and a fulfilling life are important to you. You want to pursue a healthy lifestyle, expand your knowledge and skills, and connect with likeminded men. The idea of talking about real issues in a safe and fun environment is appeal …

Are you a young professional in the Boston area looking to meet other Tamilians, or just a person interested in the Tamil language/culture? Come join like minded folks for some fun conversations and affordable activities in the Boston/Cambridge area. I started this group because the traditional tamil sangams etc. cater more to families with kids, and was craving a group that had activities to engage young professionals.

If you're a bridge beginner, here is your chance to learn how to play in a stressless environment. We will learn the basics and have a good time socializing as we do. This is *not* duplicate bridge; it is not competitive bridge at all. It's just a chance to learn the game and reach the point where you can be comfortable playing socially. Zero experience necessary.

This is a group for all Dominican professionals who live or work in the Greater Boston area. Boston is a very vibrant city that has a lot to offer and enjoy. However, with our busy schedules it is sometimes difficult to find the time to meet new people, let alone others like-minded Dominican professionals, in this city. This group’s mission is to get a well-educated and diverse group of Dominicans together to build long lasting friendships the way our Dominican parents taught us, through social …

Join us to connect with other parents and caregivers of children with special needs. We meet monthly for support and resource-sharing. Join us every third Thursday, from 7:30-9 pm at Bestsellers Cafe in Medford Square. Enjoy a coffee and spend some time with people who measure milestones a little differently.

Hi, my name is Kattrin and I'm 22 weeks pregnant. I start this group to bring together other pregnant moms-to-be for sharing stories, giving advice and making new friends while having coffee, lunch or dinner or going to the movies or other events in Boston. Expectant moms from the surroundings are very welcome as well, of course. The meetings will take place in Boston though. I look forward to meeting you! Have a great day & take care! :) Kattrin

This group is for parents who want to increase their childrens exposure to spanish. Native speakers, non native speakers and English only parents  are welcomed. We can meet 1-2 times per month at different parks, beaches, restaurants and homes of various members. Did you know,,, Feb. 20, 2013 — A study conducted at the University of Granada and the University of York in Toronto, Canada, has revealed that bilingual children develop a better working memory -which holds, processes and updates infor …

A support group for parents, especially moms, of Russian adopted children to share and learn more about the cultural, social, emotional and educational needs of our families.

This group is for women that experienced a pregnancy/infant loss. I created this group with hopes to help support each other during this difficult time and have someone that understands their pain. This is a place where we can share our joys and pain without any judgement.