Drinking Skeptically is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. Drinking Skeptically provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk, share ideas (and yes, drink) in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We discuss the issues of the day and whatever else is on our minds. But most of all, we have fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. Don't drink? Don't let that stop you from joining us! Som …

This group has been created as a means for Vegetarians and Vegans in the Richmond area to meet other like-minded individuals in a casual and fun setting. Our meetups will mostly consist of lunches/dinners at various restaurants around town, but will likely branch out to include other social activities. Please join us and make some new friends!!

"Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin The Richmond Beer Lovers Meetup group was started with two things in mind: good people, and good beer. Our goal is to bring together craft beer lovers from all over the Richmond metropolitan area to enjoy good conversation and good times over our favorite, frosty social lubricant: BEER! Who we are:  Our membership includes beer lovers from all corners of the beer world... from beer geeks and home brewers, to folks who …

Are you the new kid in town?  Or have you become bored with the same ole faces and places in your Richmond circle?  Come to a RNIT Meetup and mingle with other new and not so new locals. Join us for social mixers, fun activities, festivals, trips and a ton of other events that you can mingle and network with new faces that just moved into town. Richmond is a great city, meet new friends, make new connections, check out new hot spots and get to know this wonderful town. This group is for *everyon …

Since August 8th of 2011 Richmond Volunteers has been the group for people who want to help the Richmond community. We are an eclectic bunch with these commonalities - we care about our community, and we're willing to get our hands dirty and help. Richmond Volunteers will be working side-by-side with people in need - need that comes in great diversity.  If you are a compassionate person with a desire to help, please join us.  Being hands on means we don't create our own fundraising events, but w …

Welcome to str8tawk! This group is currently in development, so, please check back in April 2011 for planned events and gatherings in and around town.

Our group has been established to foster business development & growth through reading & networking. We read a business-related, group-selected book over the course of the month & meet to discuss on the last Tuesday at 6:00 p.m.  (usually at Wine Lover's in Short Pump). The discussions can be lively, so keep an open mind & sharpen your most constructive conversation skills! Please bring a dish to share or purchase a bottle of wine for group tasting at each meetup. Please also bring an index card …

WELCOME REAL SISTAHGIRLZ Have you been saying you have nothing to do? Maybe your husband or boyfriend does not want to do the activities you want to do?  Did you just move to Richmond or are you on the way? Nevertheless, this is the group for your with fabulous Sistahz who love to have fun!, because SISTAHGIRLZ JUST WANNA HAVE FUN!! We have a warm, friendly, down to earth and inviting atmosphere at all our events.  We do not care about your background, where you work, what kinda car you drive, …

James River Hikers: Want to explore some of Richmond's most little known beautiful nature and history, get exercise with challenging hikes and meet a diverse group of locals that may become your new friends? If so, then James River Hikers is the group you want to be part of. We will walk the trails by James River and occasionally in other areas of Richmond. Our objective is for every hiker to have a good experience on every hike. How about join us?

This group is for people who enjoy R&R after work or want to be downtown on the weekend. Join us for drinks, appetizers, dinner, music, movies and events.  Be sure to suggest your favorite places or to host a meetup!

Chicago Style Steppin'.  It is my hope to bring Chicago Style Steppin' to the Richmond area.  Not only is it a great way to exercise by it is a nice way to meet new friends.  The Steppin' community is small so let's increase the numbers in Richmond. Visit us at our other websites: facebook : http://www.facebook.com/RichmondSteppers website: http://www.richmondsteppers.com/ meetup  http://www.meetup.com/Richmond-Steppers/

Mountaineer 1. An inhabitant of a mountainous area. 2. One who climbs mountains for sport. (The American Heritage Dictionary) Seeing as Richmond features an average elevation of 166.45’ and a towering maximum elevation of 312’, Richmond-based alpinists use the second of the two definitions provided above. Interested in climbing big mountains, both domestic and international? Looking to tick off more state highpoints? Psyched about ice climbing (both here in Virginia and elsewhere)? Seeking to im …

Established October 24th, 1992, we are the Richmond kennel of the internationally known Hash House Harriers or the "Drinking club with a running problem." There are thousands of Hash House Harrier groups in the world today. We are runners, but without a great emphasis on speed. Each week runners (and plenty of walkers) follow a trail of flour or chalk somewhere in the Richmond area in search of beer, songs, generally poor behavior and beer. If you are interested in meeting new people, seeing par …

The Richmond Jaycees is a 501(c)4 civic organization tasked with developing leaders through a process that involves event and project planning with a focus on community development. Jaycees develop leadership skills through meetings, workshops, and training events, but the primary source of our members’ leadership development comes through hands-on experience in planning and managing chapter projects and events. Throughout the years, the Jaycees have been responsible for planning concert series, …

The Little Black Dress Club is the premier women’s social network specializing in adventure, sophistication and friendship! Our diverse membership includes women who share a common spirit and a taste for the finer things in life! We enjoy activities such as themed dinner parties, casual happy hours, fashion shows, adventure and beach vacations, and celebrity book signings. We boast a penchant for “out-of-the-box” ideas and our generous contributions to charity. Our members are recognized for the …

A Course in Miracles is a modern spiritual text that provides a path to inner peace through love and forgiveness. This book that has significantly changed the lives of many, and all students of A Course in Miracles are welcome here. ACIM is not an easy course, and it can be frustrating, but the perspective on life it gives makes study of the book a worthwhile exercise I would recommend to anyone of any faith! This site is intended to be a hub for all students of ACIM in Richmond.  There will be …

This group is for women over 30 who are either new in town or just looking for some new friends! It doesn't matter if you are single or married - you just must be over 30 and like to have a good time. Prerequisites: -Female (sorry no males allowed) -Age is 30-something -Fun, no drama, no pettiness, unpretentious -Enjoy making conversation in an after work bar that typically gets more of a professional crowd -Your profile must have a visible photo of you and your face (not some graphic or your pe …

Welcome to the Richmond Social Boomers Meetup! This group is open to Richmond area singles, couples, men, and women who want to meet and socialize with others of the Baby Boom generation. Baby Boomers are defined as those born between 1946 - 1964, but we won't check your ID:-). If you are in (or near) this age group or just like hanging around with baby boomers - come join us!  Our meetup events include happy hours, dining out, bowling, dancing, parties, karaoke, hiking, and other fun activities …

Richmond has a plethora of cafes, diners, hole-in-the-wall eateries and ethnic offerings. Join us each month for a culinary expedition as we sample restaurants throughout the River City. You can be a member without having to attend meet-ups, but joining us for food is the best part of this group!

Are you a female or male RVAer who...just doesn't like softball...feels that coed kickball, dodgeball, and Frisbee golf is over...likes any or all of the previously mentioned activities but thinks baseball could make for a rad addition to your social life...especially likes the drinks and socializing afterward? We want to get a co-ed baseball game going here in Richmond. All skill-levels are encouraged to contact us. We figure that the people who are halfway decent will be equivalent to the supe …

We are a group of single friends enjoying Richmond area social life and offer a variety of activities sure to please many. The purpose of PSA, a nonprofit organization, is to provide social activities in a comfortable environment to form Life Long friendships built on the enjoyment of fun events such as Picnics, Parties, Dinners Out, Dances and Game Nights. BUT words can't describe the full range of "fun" activities PSA offers! Visit a meet up and join in the fun!  www.psaofrichmond.com

We may not drink or smoke, but we do everything else!  We're a fun group of people that enjoy many activities outside of happy hours.  For some of the events, one may need a drink before attempting, but for us, we prefer to do them sober! If you enjoy flying, kayaking, caving, sailing, archery, rock climbing, hiking,  hang gliding, traveling, scuba diving, repelling, fundraising, volunteering, sky diving, jet skiing, horseback riding, pot lucks, game nights, antiquing and anything else we can co …

This is a group for "Working Mothers" who want to make "real and lasting friendships" with other women who share common interests. Let's get together for "Ladies Night Out" and "Play Dates with our children (Babies born in 2011)". We can go to the Movies, Dinner, Festivals, Zoo, Maymont Park, Children's Museum and other places that are of interest to you. Our gatherings would take place on Friday nights and the weekend. I am starting this group to meet other women who juggle working and taking c …

Safari Tea Room is a roaming and serene pop-up tearoom where you can enjoy a leisurely visit with friends over a cup of tea or coffee and delectable bite sized treats [both sweet and savory]. While we work on finding the perfect location for our first meet-up, we invite you to join the group. As a Safari Tea Room Friend you will be invited to meet up a various locations around town where you will savor  tastes of the world and enjoy the company of good friends. Our meet-ups will vary from visiti …

This group is for young (20's and 30's) professional women who are looking to go out on the town and have a good time! If you work all week and need a few like minded ladies to let your hair down with, then this group is for you! You must be at least 21 to join and participate in the meetups. 25 and older is preferred. We are not looking to have hundreds of members. We want those who join  to commit to attending one meetup every two months and commit to hosting or co-hosting one meetup per calen …

Hello lady's I'm Starr I'm new to richmond and I thought starting this group would be a great way for like minded woman to get together and talk about various topics. This is a group for lady's who are tired of talking their husbands or boyfriends ear off and not getting the response a real girlfriend would give. Lets get together and have some fun gossiping. Talking about latest fashion, reality shows, sharing makeup tips all over drinks. We can have fun in our home,nail salon,or at the bar. I …