It seems that many social groups, as well as many opportunities we have to meet new people, tend to revolve around drinking. While it is a common activity among 20 to 40 year olds +, events where alcohol is a central focus may not provide an ideal atmosphere or solid foundation upon which quality, lasting friendships and relationships can be built. It is often challenging for those of us who don't drink to find opportunities and venues where we can socialize with like minded individuals. Thi …

We are doing something new that everybody needs to check out! The idea is basically someplace nice you can go on Friday nights during the dead of winter when there is pretty much nothing else going on.  The beauty of this idea is that nobody is making any money, its just a great place where you can have a great time and meet great people.  Our motto: We want you, not your money, and we want everybody to have an amazing time. The venue is the best in the city thanks to the Ukrainian National H …

Syracuse and Central New York has a wide variety of sushi restaurants. This group is all about finding and trying different sushi and sashimi restaurants as a group in the area. It is the goal to try a different restaurant each month. I would like to work with the restaurants to develop a tasting menu whenever possible. When it's not, we can all order from the menu. If you want to try the different sushi in Central New York, join us. If you want to meet others who like sushi, join us. If you w …

… Email eeschell@syr.edu or call the Writing Program at 315-443-1083 to sign up and hear more details about meeting times and meeting locations. You can also find details at our Facebook group: Syracuse Veterans' Writing Group at http://www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=369702424408   We also maintain a website at http://wrt.syr.edu/syrvetwriters/

This group is for those in their 20s and early 30s in the Central New York area looking to get together and try new things, see new events, etc. An easy way to connect with a diverse group of people and see all that CNY has to offer. I moved to the area a while ago and found it difficult to meet younger people outside of my job; so, thinking I can't be the only one in this boat, I decided to form this group. If you have any ideas about meet ups feel free to toss them out there!

This group is for those in their 20s and 30s in the Central New York area looking to meet new people and try new things, see new events, etc. An easy way to connect with a diverse group of people and see all that CNY has to offer. If you have any ideas about meet ups feel free to let me know.

Moms & Kids Childcare Cooperative offers loving, safe and stimulating childcare for children ages 4 months to 5 years while giving mothers some time of their own. The co-op was established in 1974. Moms & Kids is a great way for both you and your child to meet new people and make new friends. In addition to our Wednesday childcare, we also have a monthly Moms’ Night Out as well as other fun gatherings.

 This is a group for people of all ages to get together for various activities and adventures.  Our intention is to get out there in a group atmosphere and have some fun! There is an awful lot to do out in our neck of the woods and many of us just want to get out and do it. We will be planning activities in the Syracuse/Auburn/Skaneateles area that appeal to a broad range of interests for our members. These activities can range from dinner out, happy hours, book clubs, movies, day trips, outdoor …

This group is for enthusiasts that want to or currently create robots out of Lego Mindstorms sets (available at retail stores.) Meet other hobbyists and share your projects. There are infinite possibilities with Lego Mindstorms, lets explore a few. The meetup take place in public places such as libraries, cafe's, schools and anywhere else its appropriate. Make some new friends that have the same passion for making robots that do incredible things.

I started this group as a way to meet others who enjoy visiting beautiful gardens and seeing spectacular displays of flowers. Garden Gals will travel together via carpool to flower festivals like the Rochester Lilac Festival and the Albany Tulip Festival, visit renowned gardens including the Sonnengberg Gardens and Winterthur, and attend Flower Shows in cities such as Boston and Philadelphia. No gardening skills required!

Meet fellow Wine Enthusiasts near you! Come to a local Wine Meetup to taste new wines; learn about noses and legs; and discuss great vintages and estates. Everyone's welcome, from new bouquet-sniffers to educated connoisseurs.

Play is important. New tools and technologies are making it easier than ever to make all kinds of games and get them in front of people. Come meet up with other people who are enthusiastic about game design! This meetup can be many things, but its main goal is to encourage a community around that singular passion. The actual physical meetups will involve the following: Collaboration: Come and see what other people are working on, share some of your skills, and find help finishing your game …

Based on Morgan Spurlock's "Failure Club" (www.failureclub.org), groups throughout the World are forming their own "pods". Failure Club CNY is the local Central New York pod. It is a group of people that have always wanted to try something...anything...and will gather for this coming year to support and encourage each other in their quest. Our first meeting is on February 9th - 6:30 PM @ The Liverpool Library.

Are you looking for a fun, friendly, active playgroup? Want to make new friends and find support in a community of young moms? Then you've come to the right place! If you are looking to make lasting friendships for you and your children, look no further. This is the place for you to meet new people who can relate to all the unique challenges that come with being a modern mom. We strive to be an extremely close knit group, a place to really make life long friendships. Our goal is to be more li …

We're fans of Arabian horse, the oldest and most beautiful breed in the world. If you love horses---whether or not you own a horse---come get acquainted with us and our horses. We belong to the Empire Arabian Horse Association and we'd enjoy meeting for horse talk and coffee. Open to all ages.

This meetup group is for social dancers from the Syracuse, NY, area, and beyond, to meet other dancers, network with each other, and find common venues to go out dancing together. Nobody likes going to a dance venue without knowing someone familiar who also plans to be there, and, who one can hopefully dance with. This group hopes to facilitate online networking, and individual planning, for attending dance related events. This meetup group is sponsored by Dance Lovers of Central New York, a …