Come join the Newton Hip Mamas and meet other moms in the neighborhood and be active with your little ones. This group is run by moms. All playdates are organized by parents from our group. If there is an event you would like to host (playdate, movie night, book club, museum visit, etc...) we are always open to new ideas and looking for moms who take the initiative. We are able to keep most events free or at cost because it is all run by members. This is a sister group to the Newton Mam …

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 …

A friendly group of parents who stay-at-home, work part-time, full-time of Belmont MA and nearby towns looking to organize fun play-dates to develop social skills and many more activities for babies thru K. Hopefully we can meet at various times to make more friends. Our babies learn through love & play and we the parents are their best resource. Suggestions for new event ideas are always welcome. Members are always welcome to host an event themselves in their homes or elsewhere. Just let the or …

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 …

We are a group of mothers, many of us SAH, who believe in the life-long benefits of Attachment Parenting, a term coined by pediatrician William Sears. http://www.askdrsears.com/html/10/T130300.asp We agree with API's mission to create strong, healthy emotional bonds between children and their parents. "API believes that Attachment Parenting (AP) practices fulfill a child's need for trust, empathy, and affection and will provide a foundation for a lifetime of healthy relationships." We welcome …

Being a working parent is pretty demanding. This group is a way to have family time and social time at the same time. Join us! We want to know about you, your family, your work. All parents are welcome.

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 …

This exciting and energetic meetup group was created just for your toddler and you! Bring your little ones to our AWESOME facility to have a blast with friends! Pack a snack and spend an hour. Exxcel is jam-packed with exciting toys, props, games, and activities for your little ones to enjoy in this non-structured “open play”. You and your child will participate in innovative, fun-filled obstacle courses that teach the basic gymnastics elements - swinging, climbing, running, jumping, and ot …

This group is for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders such as PDD, Aspergers, Autism, etc.  It is an opportunity to share experiences and insights, to form alliances with other parents, and to explore creative new ways of raising our kids. The group is led by a parent of a child with an autism spectrum disorder and a child with ADHD. All parents are welcome to join, even if unable to attend a meetup. Hope to see you at a Meetup soon! Best, Wayne

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 …

Are you a "mature" mother of a pre-school child who wants to connect with other moms? Do you feel the need to get out of the house, make new friends for yourself and find playmates for your kids? Then join us! Did you come of age during the Cold War and scandals like the Iran Contra affair? Did you spend hours watching MTV when all it showed were 24-hour music videos? Did you play with a Rubik's Cube or try to clear the last level of Pac Man? Did you ever have the hallmark "big hair?" Do you rem …

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 …

This group is for parents (or caregivers) of children who would like to learn more about how to obtain appropriate special education services from other parents. It is an opportunity to share experiences and insights, to form alliances with other parents, and to explore creative new ways of advocating for our children. The group's leader parent of a child with an autism spectrum disorder and a child with ADHD. All parents are welcome to join, even if unable to attend a meetup. Hope to see you so …

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 is a group where families committed to raising their children in a bilingual (Spanish/English) household can meet likeminded friends and share each others' cultures with one another. Parents don't have to speak Spanish fluently, just have the desire of raising their kids bilingual. Meetups will be organize around Boston. Some of our goals are to organize… For the kids: Mix ages playgroups and by ages so the kids will really benefit from their new group of friends, Kid's book club where the …

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 …

We are a group of parents and individuals living in Newton who are concerned about the harmful health effects on children caused by leaf blowers. The pages exist for educational purposes and members are encouraged to add pertinent information to share with others. The discussion board exists for discussing steps that can be taken to help minimize health effects so as to better protect our children and the vulnerable in our population.

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.

A group for single moms who live in or nearby Newton, MA. Hopefully we can get together, chat about the challenges and rewards of single parenting, and make some new friends. We can do meetups with and without the kids.

Social group for single parents and their kids. We will meet at least once a month at various venues or activities. Sometimes it more fun and easier to hangout with other single parent families.

Are your kids out of the house? Are you finding that your friends that are "the parents of your kids' friends" are not what you need today? This group is for you if you would enjoy meeting people between ages 50 and 70 who are empty nesters and interested in meeting fun-loving and intellectual friends. You might enjoy drinking scotch, fine dining, dancing, cross-country skiing, dog walks, laughs, etc. You also are accepting of those who might enjoy smoking weed, or you enjoy it yourself:-) Initi …

This is for all fathers and fathers-to-be with a 2013 due date. We can meet once a week with our kids and whine all we can about our lack of sleep, sex, money, and exercise... ;-p Just kidding! Let's exchange experiences, tips and tricks, and most importantly, take the baby off the hands of our partners for a while so that they can get some rest.

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.