DIVORCECARE, a support group for people who are separated or divorced, will be offering a 13-week session on Wednesdays, from 6:30-8:00 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 3501 Red River. A 30 to 35 minute video covering divorce recovery topics is followed by group discussion. For more information about the group topics, go to www.divorcecare.org. To register, call the church office at 472-8301. The group can be joined at any time. DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS, offered at the same time, provides a 13-wee …

Welcome! We are a group of new, seasoned and soon-to-be stepmoms looking to swap stories, share tips and make solid connections with other like-minded women. We also like to laugh, eat and drink, so we typically choose wine bars, bistros and cafes to gather. Our group doesn’t have discussion points or an agenda. We just talk. It’s a pretty loosey-goosey arrangement. I started this stepmom group because I believe that when we step out of the shadows and make ourselves visible, we force the cultur …

I found that Austin is lacking an active, free support group for individuals who are struggling with eating disorders (such as Bulimia, Anorexia, Binge-Eating Disorder, etc.) or that have struggled in the past. This group is for people of all ages who have any type of eating disorder, or for those who are currently in recovery, to give and receive support from others who really understand. Additionally, because eating disorders can often be isolating, this group is also a "social" group in which …

This is a great group of Happy Folks! Some are wanting to meet and date other happy people, some are in transition and some are wanting to make new friends! The common bond is we are upbeat happy people. More information: 1.This is a group of Happy People, not necessarily happy because they are single but happy people in general. No debbie downers please! ***2. In order to be approved for membership, you must post a close-up face picture of yourself as your profile pic. 3. My name is Hope Tackab …

Tired of sitting next to caterwauling babies and tantrum throwing toddlers on airplanes? Wish Crate & Barrel would have a "I'm doing my part for population control" shower registry option? Feel alienated by friends/family who have recently spawned? We PROMISE no one in this group will ever ask you "Do you have kids?" and you'll never be trapped in a corner by a parent boring you with cutesy photos and potty-training tips. Whether you're hitched but never hatched or single and don't believe in …

Hi there! You're invited to our brand NEW Singles meetup group. JOIN US. (Click on the JOIN US button above.) It's FREE. Become one of the SINGLES ORGANIZATION's Singles (SOSingles). Then attend an upcoming event you are interested in. You can also become an Assistant Organizer. We're always looking for new Assistant Organizers with new/fresh ideas. If you are willing to host events, please email me with your ideas. I would love to hear from you. Thanks! ----------------------------------------- …

We are eager to meet with other Central Austin families with babies born in 2010 and 2011. We look forward to exchanging stories, helpful hints, experiences as well as having play dates. If you are centrally located, join our group. We will have a mix of week day meet-ups and weekend meet-ups so that working parents are included in the group.

To promote basic homesteading skills and techniques for those interested in buying land or developing a homestead for family or groups. If you are interested in learning about Homesteading, Urban Survival, Wilderness Survival and classes covering all the skills needed to survive in a primitive setting all the way to surviving in a city. School for Urban Homesteading and Urban Survival Skills. Gloria and I are preppers, plain and simple. Between us we have 60+ years of preparing for any emergency …

The Austin Young Widow/Widowers Support Network is an informal support and social group for young widows and widowers.  This group is not meant to provide therapy or be a substitute for therapy; however it is a place to feel welcome and understood.  We want you to know that you are not alone.  We offer the opportunity to meet other widows and widowers who truly understand what you are going through as you deal with the loss of your spouse/partner. We offer monthly meetings and the opportunity to …

Through dozens of premiere events every month, Bump Club and Beyond connects moms and moms-to-be in Austin with one another and the best resources, experts and products around. Visit us at www.bumpclubandbeyond.com/austin. Mission Bump Club and Beyond strives to provide moms and moms-to-be with the best resources Austin has to offer, while at the same time, connecting them through our many events with other families in the city. Overview Bump Club and Beyond is the largest event company in Austi …

We are a group of Adoptees who get together to share, support and encourage each other through our lifelong adoption journey. Whether it be exploring how adoption has and continues to shape our lives; sharing information and strategies for search, or supporting each other through the emotional process of reunion. This is a new group just founded this October. We meet on the 3rd Monday of the Month, about a hour and a half before the Adoption Knowledge Affiliates (AKA) monthly meeting. NOTE: Spou …

Singles, Singles, Singles in the Austin area - if you are looking to find a relationship - speed dating events can QUICKLY make that happen!!!  It is like going on 1-2 years worth of first dates in 1 night! Meet one-on-one with a bunch of other singles to see who you click with and want to see again for second dates! We will hold our events for singles in their 20's, 30's, 40's, and 50's. Come go on a bunch of mini-dates in 1 night with other singles around your age!

I'm a psychotherapist and host information and discussion meetings in my office regarding resources related to the topics below and emotional well-being. Parents are invited to get to know each other and connect around shared experiences. I answer questions and share information about psychology, parenting and counseling. The following topics rotate according to the posted schedule: Building Strong Attachment Positive Parenting: Conflict and Discipline Single Parenting Life Working Mothers of Y …

This group is for families who are homeschooling their children while working. This can often create some tough situations and we need to band together and help each other out. Let's get together and brainstorm or commiserate, but if nothing else blow off some steam together.

About the Austin Vegan Family Network: We are a community of families who get together to provide our children with a relaxed and fun atmosphere while building friendships with like-minded parents. It's so important for veg*n kids to grow up surrounded by other families who share their values! Our goal is to create a community that supports and affirms our vegan lifestyles and parenting choices, and helps our children feel secure in knowing their compassionate choices are normal and encouraged. …

¡¡Hola, hola!! Mamás Latinoamericanas de Austin es un grupo íntimo de mamás e hijos y hijas que buscan compañía con sabor latino. Por favor contactar a la organizadora, Alejandra Mielke, si hay alguna pregunta. ¡Gracias!

Follow us on twitter @78704moms and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/78704moms/ Welcome! Thank you for your interest in the group! The group was created to give the opportunity to moms living within the 78704 area code to meet other moms and find playmates for their children (this group is intended for babies and toddlers born in 2011, 2012 and 2013)! It also gives a chance for moms to connect and share their joys of being a mom in a fun and relaxed way! Members can join this group …

This group is for people who need a divorce but can't afford to hire a divorce lawyer, and for those already divorced who need information about parent-child issues.  Classes will be held periodically each month, and will be taught by Don Morehart, a Licensed Texas Attorney with over 20 years experience in divorce and family law.  Attendance cost will be $20 per person per class, payable at the beginning of the class (cash only please).  There is no limit to the number of classes you may attend. …

PyLadies is a social/professional group for female Python programmers at every experience level. Developers and aspiring developers only, please.  (Beginners are always welcome!) Join us on IRC: #pyladies Don't forget to follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pyladiesatx Ask us questions in our local Google Group: https://groups.google.com/group/pyladies-austin Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PyladiesAustin And if you'd like to get some more information about our parent organiza …

This group is for folks looking for a re-connection with the truly holistic healing practices of our parents, grandparents, and ancestors. "The People's Medicine" is a tradition practiced in the home, often with use of amulets, herbs, talismans, or ritual.Traditional healing practitioners make no distinction between the body and the soul and so tend to the health of both to improve the vitality of the whole person. Our meet up is in based Austin, Texas - but webinars and other distance learning …

Welcome! You have entered a safe joyous heart space where The Singing Tree grows. It is a gathering place for people to come together and share love, music, art, dance, nature, birth, family, and healing. We meet once a month to share and explore the natural and spiritual aspects of the birth experience. We welcome parents, doulas, pregnant moms, new moms, childcare professionals, grandparents, couples trying to conceive, healing practitioners, artists, sound healers, herbalists, plant lovers, m …

There are ton's of Mom's groups out there for people with Toddlers, but I'm pretty new to town and wanted to create this group for South Austin Mom's of Tweens and Teens, this group is for guidance, release, sharing stories, support, getting out together, decifering the new ways our children are communicating via text messages/ social media, and by all means for drinking some wine and laughing together! Here's to raising our tweens and teens to get out there and be motivated in this world!!!

Join other parents and children (ages 0-6) for fun playdates in Farsi! The objective of this group is to encourage our little Austinites to learn Farsi. This group is, therefore, open to all those who speak Farsi or would like to learn. This is a new group so please join and spread the word.

This is a Group for anyone that has never been a parent and has never been married. Unmarried couples are welcome to this group.  I am looking for like minded young people in Austin to form a community of positive, Professionals with clear goals, that enjoy Travel, Personal Growth and enjoying life in Austin. I started this group so I can meet others like me. It would be great to be around like minded individuals to exchange ideas on travel, goals and fun around town. I enjoy being around peopl …

If you're interested in the future of long-term care, the Texas Culture Change Coalition (TxCCC) is dedicated to transforming the culture of long-term care provided to Texans, who are aging or have disabilities, by affirming the dignity and value of each individual and the caregivers who provide support for them. Involved in this effort are quarterly meetings and an annual Symposium with others who share your concerns...and others who have answers.

This group is for anyone interested in getting their child excited about science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). We will host weekend meetups at our preschool in South Austin for children and their parents to engage with hands-on projects and experiments.