We understand how heartbreaking the loss of your faithful companion can be and we would like to offer our support during this sad time. As a part of our commitment to the human-animal bond and our clients, we have formed the first pet loss support group for those in the Hampton Roads area who have suffered the loss of a pet. Meetings alternate between the Main Library in Hampton, VA and the Central Library in Virginia Beach, VA. Details regarding the group’s facilitators and schedule will be pos …

PLAY TEXAS HOLDEM POKER Meet hundreds of local players from all over Hampton Roads... Play in the Best Poker  League in Tidewater . . lets all have fun

Come to one of our three monthly Alliance Francaise conversation Meetup groups and connect with others who share your passion for French language and francophone culture! All ages and ability levels are encouraged to come and practice the language we love in a "chaleureuse" atmosphere. Our Alliance Francaise conversation Meetup groups meet in Virginia Beach (second Tuesday) and Norfolk (Azar's, fourth Thursday). A third group meets in Williamsburg (third Saturday). "A vous" to decide where to ta …

Welcome to the best salsa meetup group in the 757! Our group is a non-profit meetup who's goal is to promote the Hampton Roads salsa community as a whole as well as beyond. Whether you’re new to salsa and are looking to learn or a regular “salsaholic,” this is the place for you. We post and promote ALL salsa related events (regardless of venue or promoter). We post information about salsa instruction, studios, and related businesses in the area. People running events can post meetups and inform …

Here's the plan: We'll have meets on weekend mornings (and switch it up so that people who can't come to one on sunday can come to one on saturday?) and visit various coffee shops around the Hampton Roads, try what looks good, and take notes. Afterward, we'll post what we thought of the place on meetup, including atmosphere, seating (comfyness?) and quality of coffee/food. Sound good? Oh, and you might also make some friends when conversing over coffee.  If you want to have an impact on which da …

First time mom or 10th child, it doesnt matter. If you are expecting a child in 2010, this group is for you! Here's a way to ensure that you have local moms who know what you are going through and share your joy and frustration! All Hampton Roads moms who had a baby in 2010 are welcome and older siblings are always welcome at events!

This is a volunteer and philanthropy group to have fun, meet new people, raise funds and create volunteer opportunities for the Sickle Cell Association, Inc. Membership in our group is open to anyone who has a heart for sharing time, talent and a desire to give to this 503(c)(b) organization. Let's have fun and raise funds to improve the quality of life in Hampton Roads, VA.

The 912 First Landing Patriots is the education, cultural, and entrepreneurial arm of the Hampton Roads Tea Party serving the southside area of Tidewater. MISSION To foster Constitutional thinkers among voters and future voters at the local level through forming 912 patriot small groups in neighborhood precincts, community and church groups and schools where members are equipped with the tools to defend and articulate America’s liberty-heritage and build relationships within their community fo …

Welcome to the premier business marketing meet-up of Hampton Roads. This group is for owners and marketing managers of local small to medium businesses in the area.  The sponsors of this group are some of the leading Hampton Roads marketing experts dedicated to supporting the business community. In this meet-up group you’ll be invited to presentations, hang-outs, brainstorming groups, and local workshops all in the context of helping your business grow. Some events are free, and some charge a fe …

We are the Southside Severe Weather Assistance Team, and our mission is to help those in need in the Southside area of Hampton Roads during times of severe weather. Our main goal is to provide rides for medical and emergency crews to get where they need to go so that they may help those in need. We will branch out to provide help when and where we can outside of that once we are up and running smoothly, such as assisting with hurricane prep work/aftermath, general public services such as helping …

Hi everyone!! I am Sara! Welcome to our meetup site! We have a GREAT group of people and doxies. Come to the local Dachshund Meetup to talk Doxie and meet some really cool dogs and the people they own (hey, it's dachshunds, you KNOW they are the ones in charge- lol) Show off your adorable Longhaired, Smooth or Wirehaired; miniature or full-sized, all breeds of Dachshunds and people are welcome! *** This is a group for play dates so that the little ones can run around and play off leash in a fenc …

The Tidewater Atheists Group (TAG) was founded in March of 2004 and is dedicated to serving the atheist community of the Tidewater Area of Virginia by creating an environment for fellowship through social and community building activities. Our membership includes atheists, agnostics, Ethical Culturalists, freethinkers, brights, humanists, naturalists, secularists, and our friends and family. For the privacy of our members, postings and meetup locations are not viewable by non-members. Members mu …

We are a group of  filmmakers from all walks of life. We are here to support each other, collaborate and network. We welcome all filmmakers, Writers, Directors,DP's, Actors etc, all are welcomed. If you are involved in film making from amateur,student, to professional again, all are welcomed.

Our purpose is to share and promote  ACOUSTIC (not plugged in) music with folks who like to play and listen to ACOUSTIC folk, alternative, celtic, blues, classical, old time, country and bluegrass. Those with a desire to play and learn about acoustic music should join. All skill levels of players and listeners are welcome. We provide a friendly arena for people to find out about jams and concerts and to enjoy making music or simply to support the local, regional, national and international acous …

Democrats, progressives, liberals, patriots, and political wonks from the Norfolk and greater Hampton Roads area!  Visitors from other areas are also welcome!

This is a group for anyone interested in starting new or supporting existing community gardens. If you would like to start or help with existing gardens, please join this MeetUp! We encourage civic leagues, churches and schools to participate by starting community gardens in their yards. We also encourage individuals not associated with these groups to participate. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group because there is a need to make better use of the land, to grow nutritious food, …

This is not a Social Marketing group (see http://technology.meetup.com/30/ and http://marketing.meetup.com/286/ for that). This is a Social Fun group. We've had great success at that in our previous meets, and we hope it continues. Talk about whatever you want, but please try to avoid arguments about religion and politics for obvious reasons (it happens anyway). We've had interesting discussions on all sorts of things, including blogging, tumblr, Firefox, and more. You should attend. If yo …

This group is for the proper training and safety of firearms. I am a 30year veteran of the Law Enforcement Community. I retired as Chief Of Police in a small South Carolina town. I want to get across that firearms are not the enemy. We must respect and train properly the safe handling, loading , firing, and cleaning of the weapon. I am a certified NRA Instructor in the disciplines of pistol, rifle, shotgun, home protection inside the home. I'm looking for people that want more than a thirty minu …

This group is all about fun and interactive events and activities to inspire successful, passionate, and abundant living! It is not enough to talk about our dreams or imagine our ideal life, we must be people of action in order to truly affect the world. If you want to live deliberately and intentionally and if it is your intention to live a successful, passionate and abundant life professionally, personally, spiritually and/or financially, then let’s get started!

If you are looking for a fun group that likes to get out and do things, then this is the group for you.  It doesn't matter where you live in Hampton Roads, we do activities all over to accomodate everyone and we ask for your help, as members in planning the events. This group was started for our children to meet and make friendships, as well as us moms to do the same.  I hope that with this group, there will be long and lasting friendships. This group is for children of all ages. Once your me …

*We do English Country and Scottish Country dances. *English Country Dances are also the traditional of Colonial America. Several of these dances have been featured in Jane Austen movies. *We also do modern dance in the English Country style. Have you ever learned to square dance? This is similar as the steps are called (during practice) and it is a friendly social environment. If you can walk you can dance! If you have ever had your feet stepped on while taking a dance class, this is one in whi …

ANYONE who is singles, military, age 35 or over are welcome to this group. We know that there are many in the Hampton Roads area like us. Let's get together for laughs, fun, chats and to plan our next outing! We have a lot in common....let's share our stories.

Backyard Sports Club is a newly founded co-ed sports league in the Hampton Roads area. Meet new people, network your line of business, or simply have a drink at the sponsored bar. This league is built on being social and fun with a new twist to the old pasttime sport of picnic outings and elementary school field day. Outside of league play, Backyard Sports Club organizes charity tournaments, Bowling, Night, Race Night, and other events. Join the league, join the fun! This spring season Backyard …

This group is for natural beauties in Hampton Roads looking for support, tips, techniques, encouragement and a desire to meet other naturals who love and nurture their natural hair. We welcome women and men, any natural whether transitioning, loc'd, newly or lifetime, long and short! Thinking about living in love with your natural hair . . . You can join us too! Our mission is to support, encourage, uplift and connect during this journey and grow more in love with our hair and and living healthi …

This is an adult organization of paddlers from beginners to advanced.  There are a variety of paddles scheduled to accommodate the wide variety of paddlers in this group.  Outings may include other activities such as navigation, trekking, biking, camping and the like. But most important - come to events! -RSVP for events. -Be an active member. -Participate in the message boards. Members who have not been active for over 3 months will be removed. This is not about quantity, it's about quality. Pl …

CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation’s leading non-profit organization serving individuals with ADHD and their families. CHADD has over 16,000 members in 200 local chapters throughout the U.S. Chapters offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals, and others.

We are a small group of REALLY friendly dogs and owners.  We are responsible pet owners who enjoy hanging out at the beach with our dogs off leash year round.  We care about the socialization of our four-legged pals.  We will not tolerate aggressive or over dominate behavior, it just isn't fair to our friendly dogs.  We love our dogs and we love the beach.  Membership to this group is not automatic and once you are a member, your membership may be terminated if problems arise from your dog's beh …

Meet friendly Pugs and Pug Owners near you! Come to a local Pug Meetup meet new people and pugs of all shapes, sizes and ages. This is a great opportuinty let for you and your pug make some new friends!