“This group is for joggers/runners who prefer running along the beach (or on trails), rather than on pavement. Runs will usually begin at designated spots between Atlantic Beach and Ponte Vedra, with many starting at the Jax Beach Pier. All skill levels and paces are welcome and group runs will be organized to accomodate different distances and abilities. Run distances may be anywhere from 3 to 20-plus miles. My wife and I recently moved to Jacksonville from Northern California where I was very …

Our Events will be throughout florida, Bringing attention and exposure to local artists Meet with others in your local area who love art and culture, including artists and art enthusiasts. All forms of art are encouraged, including painting, photography, sculpture, conceptual art, performance art, film and video, graphic design and any other artistic medium. Studio visits and organized gatherings are being planned for featured art films and conversations. We are expanding our reach and encourage …

Meet other local Tennis Players on the court! Request locations and times to play......I'll gladly set it up! Dues are only $5 for the whole year!  And.........all surplus funds will go the the Jacksonville Humane Society! We are proud to support such a great organization!

With over 145,000 members worldwide, BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world. Last year alone, BNI generated 7.1 million referrals resulting in $3.3 billion dollars worth of business for its members. We offer members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, business referrals. Benefits of BNI membership include increased exposure to many people and businesses, tools to network more effectively, opportunities to participate in many networking meeting …

Creating and Publishing a book has proven to be a challenge. With many lessons learned and many more to learn this group is to build a family of writers to help share wisdom for creating successful authors. Focus: Writers block Self publishing Artwork and styles Publishing guidelines Publishing options eBook publishing Software options Processes and organization Marketing; Online and offline Setting goals and timelines Requirements for joining this meetup: - You must attend a meeting w …

The Big Orange Chorus is a fun and friendly group of guys who enjoy singing barbershop and other styles of music. As a chapter of the international Barbershop Harmony Society, we perform frequently in the Jacksonville community. Membership in our chorus is open to men of all ages who like to sing. Our goal is to produce quality singing in a fun and entertaining way. We offer an opportunity for men to learn and improve their vocal abilities while performing in the local community under the …

Established for the purpose of providing a platform for alternative healers throughout Florida, the Florida Hypnotherapy Center @ Jacksonville group provides a classroom environment that is available for organized, professional and loving group activities. Any and all group, class, workshop, or other activities scheduled by various different coordinators and/or professionals are strictly for personal growth and or entertainment purposes. This is not a school, college, or university and does not …

If you are French, speak French or just love France and its culture and live in Jacksonville or its vicinity, we would like to invite you to join our organization and participate in its events. See you soon!

Were you aware that Jacksonville has a ski and snowboarders club? It does! Look us up at www.skiclub.org. We are a group of skiers and snow boarders who meet once  per month from August through May, usually at Dave & Busters.  You can socialize with other skiers and sign up for trips.  We start selling trips at our August kick-off meeting, and space is limited. We also meet occasionally in the summer for happy hours, kayaking, a ball game, or other fun events. We are an all-volunteer organizatio …

This group is for die hard New York Islanders fans who live in the southeast. We will try organize trips together to various venues to watch Islanders hockey in places like Sunrise Fl and Tampa when they are there. We may also meet in places around Jacksonville Fl with big screen tv's and the hockey package, or in a volunteer's living room! Let's Go Islanders!!

Let's play racquetball! It seems there is definitely some interest in a meetup here in Jacksonville dedicated to racquetball. We can get together and find out where some of the racquetball courts are, and possibly organize ladders for competition, or just play for fun.

Making new Arabic friends in Florida seems to be so hard! We all love having friends from the same background who understand the culture and share our unique sense of humor:) Therefore, I created this group for all Arabs/other nationalities in North Florida, who want to make new friends,business network socialize, enjoy our beautiful culture and simply have fun! If your are a fun, opened minded, and easy going person join our group and lets get together sometimes! We will try to meet once a mont …

We are a recreational and social beach volleyball group. We encourage everyone to improve their game by practicing bumping, setting, and hitting.  We strive to play competitive games while maintaining a great social atmosphere.  You will love this great group of volleyball enthusiasts!  Come on out! Hit the Beach!!! Dues are only $40 for the whole year!  All surplus funds will go the the Jacksonville Humane Society! We are proud to support such a great organization!

Rebuilding your life after the loss of a relationship, or relocation to a new area, can be difficult, but it can also be an exciting time. Thanks to our association with Meet Up we've found that "being alone" doesn't have to mean you're lonely, and we hope to help others realize that too. Our Rebuilders Social Club can help you connect with other men and women around your age who are in similar situations. We guarantee that in a short time you’ll find weekends, holidays, and vacations are no lon …

Hey! I just moved to Jacksonville a few months ago, and this seems to be a pretty tough place to make new friends if you're already out of college. I was disappointed to see that there weren't a ton of active Meetup Groups in this area, so I decided to create my own :) I'm a city girl at heart, but I know Jacksonville has a ton to offer its residents if we just get out and explore. I loved a Meetup group I belonged to in NC called "Triangle Girls on the Town", so I'm hoping to replicate some of …

NFVS is a growing community of vegetarians, vegans, and anyone on the path of exploring or committing to eating plant-based -- no matter what your motivation. We promote veganism for a healthy body, spirit, environment, and as the only compassionate choice that alleviates animal suffering. We offer monthly potlucks, dinners, and outreach events -- tasty and educational opportunities to mingle and learn about the benefits of a vegan lifestyle.

Stand Up Paddle Jacksonville welcomes you to the fastest growing water sport around! Stand Up Paddle Jacksonville is a Meetup group for any and all SUP enthusiasts who enjoy the outdoors and socializing with like-minded friends!  If you're interested in the sport of Stand-Up Paddle Boarding (SUP), this is the group for you! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paddler, Stand Up Paddle Jacksonville is the place to MeetUp! Our meet up group is open to all skill levels, but we do ask that al …

Welcome - I am the Administrative Director of Maitreya Kadampa Buddhist Center in Atlantic Beach and I organized this meet-up group to let more people know about our center. I have received so much positive benefit from practicing meditation and Buddhism that it is my hope that others can also receive benefit from it through our center. If you are interested in meditation and practical applications of Buddha's teachings, applicable to our busy lives, then I hope you will join us at one of our cl …

This meet up group is for business owners in Jacksonville who want to meet, network, promote their business and learn from other business owners! Please join us if you feel you can be a productive participant. I will kindly ask however, that anyone with a Multi-Level Network Marketing (MLM) program please refrain from recruiting.  You are welcome to learn, share and market but not recruit.  Our meetings are not structured or set up for this type of recruiting activity. We are all busy so instead …

Ladies, Come join us on Wed. evenings to play 9 holes of Golf at Deercreek CC on Southside Blvd (across from the Avenues Mall) Every Wed. starting on May 1st, Tee times start at 5:00 pm, and enjoy Socializing & networking afterwards. All for only $29.00. (includes 9 holes of Golf, Cart, Small Range balls to hit before hand, Pizza and Beer afterwards). MUST want to enjoy the company with other ladies and have FUN. Join this Group and then RSVP any time you can join us! Spread the word, invite you …

We want to create a relaxed, no pressure, all about fun atmosphere to learn to play a little music. All instruments are welcome. Gotta have some drums. But definitely need more cowbell!!! Dues are only $5 for the whole year!  And.........all surplus funds will go the the Jacksonville Humane Society! We are proud to support such a great organization!

The Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers of Jacksonville, FL (SFFJAX) is a professional organization for authors of science fiction, fantasy and related genres. We are opening our doors officially in August, 2012, with face-to-face meetings beginning in September, 2012.  SFFJAX informs, supports, promotes, educates and helps members grow as writers ... sharing the journey we've all embarked on, whether a day ago or several decades ago. SFFJAX members look out for each other and provide assistance, mentorshi …

A group for singles in their 40's to age 55.  To get together, explore Jacksonville and surrounding areas, have fun and make new friends. Some activities would be dinner, comedy clubs, dancing, movies, festivals, skating, bands, card games, Zoo, etc.  Feel free to come with your own ideas as well. Some Basic Group Guidelines: If you can't make an event please change your RSVP as soon as possible so the group isn't expecting you and so we're not waiting for you at the beginning of the event. Memb …

The purpose of Coffee Connect is to give BUSINESS WOMEN the opportunity to expand personally and professionally through networking. This group brings together WOMEN who own small businesses as well as those who depend on referrals to expand their businesses. Our group promotes long-term relationships and Coffee Connect is interested in giving WOMEN an environment where they can help each other become successful through concentrated networking. New members are APPROVED by the organizers and voted …

The newly formed ACC Club of Jacksonville provides alumni in the area an opportunity to get together for a monthly game watching event or happy hour hosted by a different ACC school. We would like to plan monthly happy hours where you can get riled up or kick back and enjoy watching ACC teams battle it out, and are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help plan these events!! Click on the "email organizer" if you are interested in helping out, and we can talk!! If you are an alum of any o …

This new group is forming for folks who are looking for an authentically inclusive spiritual community that aims to live out the teachings of Jesus. We are exploring what it means to be the Body of Christ in the 21st century within the Spirit of the first century Church. Tired of playing church? Want to experience the personal transformation of living in Christ? Are committed to fully realizing the freedom and joy of living out the vision of the Kingdom of God? Then join us on the journe …

Created by developers for developers and geeks who like to learn and network; to help synergize and to bring the First Coast Geeks back on the map by organizing hackathons, inviting MVPs to present and teach, learn and participate in emerging technologies.

Welcome to  Asian Dragon Meditative Martial Arts which a group formally known as Asian Dragon Martial Arts. WE combined it with the name of my first Kung Fu school I attended back in 1979. My fellow organizer and good friend Erlinda started this meetup group and I'm trying to help carry on her tradition. I'm going to leave her intro here so that if there are any questions about ADMA she can address them. My very first formal Kung Fu School was a small place in the Chicago South suburbs called "M …