Live Action Roleplay, or LARP, is two parts improvisational acting, one part social maneuvering, and one part action and quick thinking. A Storyteller sets the stage for the players, who then act out their character's motivations and directs their actions. Our games are primarily social based, with no props or touching- we aren't those "Lightening Bolt" guys you've seen on youtube, but instead of sitting around a table we get out of our chairs and act it out! What is MES (Mind's Eye Society)? M …

This Meetup's purpose is for moms of young children to get together and build friendships with each other and for their children.  Moms and Dads of preschool aged children (0-5) are encouraged to join and become involved. As the organizers, We want to hear from you and what you and your children do for fun.  The majority of the meet-ups will be focused on the kiddos but occasionally there may be a much needed mommies nights out. :)  Parents from surrounding counties are also welcome to join - De …

We are an ecclectic mix with varied backgrounds and fighting styles. We welcome any and all from new comers to the greatly experienced. Many participants hail from SCA, Tuchux, Amtgard, Ren Faires, Medieval recreationists and the like. We're an open group, follow us on facebook, twitter and our Meetup calendar! Come out and see us. If you're interested in playing or participating there are many different aspects and styles. If you're not into the actual contact sport there is an abundance of act …

Englewood Nights is a meet up group particularly for people in the Englewood and surrounding areas to have fun on the weekends. There's so much fun stuff to do in the Englewood, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, North Port, and Venice areas!  If you enjoy meeting new people, going out to dinner, seeing live bands, attending art shows and outdoor festivals on weekends while staying close to home this is the group for you. We welcome all ages, single and married. If you want to go out and have fun and …

Calling all "African-American Professional Women!" This is a group for Sophisticated Sistas in the Southwest Florida Area. This group was created with the purpose of celebrating and embracing our culture and each other, while generating sisterhood and true friendships. This group will provide social opportunities for beautiful brown women to develop fruitful, supportive and fun friendships among each other. This group is for any woman who wants to build lasting friendships among a group of Sophi …

Welcome to Parenting in Paradise! We are a Melting Pot of Mamas that have come together to provide a little support, a little friendship andA LOT of fun for ourselves and our little ones! We strive for a tight-knit group - one where we can share our passions, our concerns, and our lives. We are a VERY A-C-T-I-V-E GROUP!! We require you attend 1 event a month, but we do offer events almost daily to keep our relationships strong and our kids happy. If you are looking for fun and educational playda …

About me: This is a group that is for coffee lovers...and more. I am a small business owner in Cape Coral, and want to patronize other small business owners in the Cape as well. That's not to say that we won't also step outside the Cape on occassion, nor that we won't patronize franchise businesses. I just want to 'keep it in the Cape' as much as possible, so these small businesses can flourish. About this group: I would like to start with coffee meetups, and then as the group grows, expand to o …

Welcome to the Charlotte County New friends group. We welcome members within the great Charlotte County area as well! We are single, married or in relationships. Our common bond is the desire to make friends, and experience SW FL and all it has to offer. We are not a dating site. ***PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE REQUESTING TO JOIN:*** WHO WE ARE: Most members are between 30 and 60 years old, interested in friendships and acquaintances. Single, in a relationship or married. Occasionally we …

This group is dedicated to forming a community of fun boating couples and boating families who want to connect to enjoy hanging out and boating the Southwest Florida Gulf Coast. We will be comprised of boat owners whose vessels allow them to overnight, but also welcome other boat owners to join us for day trip activities. This is also a good way for boaters who are new to the area or new to boating to learn the local waters. We will organize events to meet, hang out, cruise around the gulf coast …

***PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE REQUESTING TO JOIN:*** WHO WE ARE: Most members are between 40 and 60 years old, interested in friendships and acquaintances. Single, in a relationship or married. Occasionally we also have joint events with other meetup groups in the area. WHAT WE DO: Take a look at our calendar and see if our events appeal to you, please feel free to request to join this group if interested. We do a variety of events, and are always looking for new ideas from members. ABOUT …

Meet friendly Chihuahuas and other small dogs and their Owners near you! Come to a local doggie Meetup  and share the comaraderie with other small dog Owners and their pups.  Any breed is welcome, but we try to limit the size to 15 lbs.   We plan to really get this group moving in 2012 so watch for future Meetups and activities.  We look forward to meeting new members and seeing old ones regularly.  The Christmas party was a howling success and we are all psyched up now to get this Group off the …

About Us The Alligator Amblers Chapter of the Florida Trail Association (FTA) serves Charlotte, Lee and Collier Counties and provides local hikers with numerous opportunities to participate in outdoor activities such as backpacking, biking, camping, hiking, paddling and trail maintenance. Our parent organization the FTA is dedicated to building and maintaining the 1300 mile Florida National Scenic Trail streching from the Big Cypress Swamp, around Lake Okeechobee, through Ocala, Osceola and Apal …

This is a group for lady motorcycle riders who would like to take a "Girls Only" ride every now and then.  No Poker Runs or bar hopping.  Ride for the sheer enjoyment of feeling the wind and unwinding on your motorcycle. Most rides will start in the Port Charlotte, FL area and will be anywhere from 50 to 150 miles. If I get riders from out-of-town, we can plan rides so people don't have to backtrack. It doesn't matter what you ride, all bikes are welcome. If you have a favorite destination, let …

Transition Venice is part of the worldwide grassroots Transition movement to make our communities more food and energy resilient. You should join if you want to know what you can do to make your life less vulnerable to peak oil and if you are concerned about climate change. We have members who have ran an organic farm, designed energy efficient buildings, built their own solar hot water and electric systems and built electric bicycles and home gardens. We want to make the transition to a better …

I started this group to collect other outdoors-minded women of a "certain" age... We do so much for others, it is nice to give ourselves permission to hang out doing something we enjoy that is good for us (because eating 4 brownies is not!). Combat the negative menopause mess with positive exercise using specially designed Nordic Walking poles. I have discovered that the calorie burn, heart health, stress busting is worth finding time for. While we reinforce posture, strength, deep breathing and …

The 941 Fit Club is organized and operated by P90X and Insanity Graduates that are now Beachbody Coaches. Our goal is to help you get in the best shape of your life by providing the most Hardcore Training Workouts to the community for FREE! We currently host a group workout every Monday night @ 7pm. Our Team provides Free Fitness Coaching for P90X, Insanity, and other Beachbody Fitness Programs. If your looking to get amazing results from a Fitness program it will take hard work, commitment, an …

http://dailypaul.com http://www.ronpaulinstitute.org/ Former Congressman Ron Paul stood for the Constitutional restraint of government, individual liberty, fiscal sanity, and sustainable foreign policies for over 30 years. He is one of the rare politicians who has integrity, which is demonstrated by his impeccable voting record. If there was ever a time to get involved politically, NOW is that time! We are made up of many types of people from all walks of political life, but who all agree on the …

Children in foster care face uncertainties that child should never be faced with. They face an uncertain future and, for many, they have to face it alone. Join our group the Crossing Guards, get involved! There is much to be done in such a short time. Providing care is more than just food, shelter and clothing. Just think, were you ready at age 18 to be on your own and and in, no one to fall back too? For more information and how you can help go to www.crossingguards.org. I hope to see you at ou …