My name is Roderick Smith, and I love visiting coffeehouses..so much so, that I bought my own shop in March of 2009...Gathering Grounds Coffeehouse in Kirkwood.  Although the coffee shop is now closed, the passion for coffee, conversation, education, and the arts still drives me. This meetup group is exploding with events If you're the kind of person who likes to hang out at indie coffeehouses -Enjoy great poetry, spoken-word, and live music - Want to meet other interesting, diverse, folks for i …

Evelyn King, the master mind behind Live Believe Dream is hosting an intimate opportunity for you to get to know some of Atlanta's most soulful artists. Please join Evelyn T. King as she unmasks the person behind the poet beginning February 17, 2013 at Urban Grind Coffee House at 5:00pm. Each and every 3rd Sunday of the Month at 5:00 pm

Coffee networking meet-up that meets twice a month on alternating Wednesdays. This meet-up is perfect for Small Business Owners, Sole Proprietors, Non-Profits and Independent Individuals who wants to grow and connect with others of the community. What better way to start your day then the opportunity to grow your business with a cup of "brew" in hand at Café Au Lait -2300 Holcomb Bridge -Roswell, Ga The Purpose of our group will be to build personal and business relationships with other LOCAL, b …

This sisterhood is for modern southern belles (graceful, kind, and energetic). You do not need to be originally from the south to be a southern belle in this group :)  Women of all ages and races are encouraged to join. The purpose of the group is to unite the Women of the Tri-Cities area (East Point, Hapeville, and College Park) in friendship. You are also welcome to join if you live within about 10 minutes from this area. Most events will be in or near Tri-Cities and many will be minimal cost. …

We are creating an Art Class were you can come get Step by Step instruction on how to paint. We have great local artist who lead the class in a fun, spirited way. You are welcome to join us. No prior experience necessary. You get to take home a beautiful 16 X 20 complete canvas which captures your art work for the evening. Come out and meet and greet other paint newbies or hobbyists.

This is a group for Baby Boomers ( people born in the mid 1940s, 1950s and 1960s) that currently live in and around the Buckhead area of Atlanta. It's a Meetup for Baby Boomers interested in Philanthropy, Coffee,Brunch Club,Museum,Socializing,Cocktails and Dining,Charity Events and Fundraisers,Charity Events and Festivals,Family Events,Wine, Dining Out,Festivals & Events,Recreational Sports & Outdoor Events,Exploring New Restaurants,Fine Dining,Cooking Dinner Parties,Dine Out and Explore New Res …

Are you interested in learning about tea, or are you tea enthusiast? Do you want to try new teas, and learn more about tea at a great local teashop? Do you want to participate in tea tastings, and hear local musicians at an gre intimate venue? Do you want to meet people who share your enthusiasm for tea? Then this is the group for you!

This group is for any music fan or musician in metro Atlanta who wants to make friends, find out about the most interesting concerts in Atlanta, and attend them. We meet for concerts featuring orchestral, choral, chamber, opera, ballet and recitals, from the largest concert halls to recital halls at colleges, to churches and coffee houses. We rely on our members to nominate concerts they’d like to attend. We meet before and or after concerts for dinner, drinks, coffee, or dessert. Join for more …

We meet WEEKLY to get to know each other in hopes of creating a trusting relationship to pass referrals. Drop ins are welcome, but we hope you stay! All attendees are asked to buy breakfast ($8 includes coffee) or coffee ($5). If you don't plan on eating or drinking, we ask for a $3 contribution payable at the cash register.  Tipping is always appreciated as well. We are affiliated with the East Cobb Business Association www.EastCobbBA.com but you do not need to be a member to attend. Bring busi …

Overview We are a community that promotes exercise for both walkers and runners, and so much more. Atlanta Running Meetup is known for being very casual, warm, and friendly. Check us out on YouTube: Atlanta Running Meetup Video Since the inception of Atlanta Running Meetup in February of 2008, we have evolved into a thriving community that promotes friendships, networking opportunities, and yes, exercise. We are a grass roots community, and as a matter of principal, we do not solicit corporate s …

This group is for moms and babies born between July 2011 and July 2012 who want to have fun! Looking to connect with other moms on the east side in: Kirkwood, Decatur, East Lake, Grant Park, Avondale Estates, Oakhurst, Edgewood, Glenwood, East Atlanta and surrounding neighborhoods. You should be laid back and looking to create community with other mamas through: playgroups, coffee dates, stroller walks, zoo trips...really any chance for us to get together and have fun! In an effort to create a t …

ATL Women Connect is a professional and social group that seeks to support and create a community for lesbian and bisexual women in the Metro Atlanta area   Our members include women who identify as lesbians as well as bi-sexual and transgendered women that are single, dating, married, committed, widowed and otherwise. This group is intended to be a safe place to meet other women with similar interests to network and connect intellectually and socially without fear of boundaries being crossed.  …

Are you a recent college grad? Are you new to Atlanta? Have you just started a new Job? Do you want to be part of a friend's circle who are more of your age? Do you love watching Indian movies but have trouble finding good company ? Are all your friends getting married left and right and you have run out of single friends who love doing fun things? Do you miss old times and hanging out with friends at a coffee shop? DO you love Indian food but can't find a good place ? Do you find it hard to mee …

Since December 7 of 2010, this poetry scene has exploded with events.  Enjoy great poetry, spoken-word and live music - Want to meet other interesting, diverse, folks for intelligent conversation over a smoothies, lattes, espressos, teas and/or paninis then Marlee's Coffee & Tea House is for you. They even have a delicious beef brisket. We meet to exchange thoughts, ideas and emotions through poetry. We range from every day people to beginning writers to professional spoken word artists and more …

Destiny Line Dancers is a social group for men and women dedicated to promoting a healthy body, mind and spirit through Soul Line Dancing! If you are new to Soul Line Dancing we teach beginner soul line dances to get you started and intermediate line dances if you are more experienced. Our classes are taught in a warm, friendly and welcoming environment! Invite a friend and come out to: meet new people, make new friends, learn soul line dances and most importantly have some FUN while you exerci …

This is for any woman, pregnant or not, in the Atlanta area that would like to meet other women for friendship, support and fun!  We provide a judgement free, nurturing, and supportive environment for all women.  Our MeetUP group is comprised of pregnant women, new mommies, adoptive parents, and those involved in fertility treatments or working with a surrogate. PREGNANT?  We have monthly Pregnant in Atlanta groups on Monday evenings and are considering adding a Sunday afternoon meeting so that …

This is a group for all open minded parents and their little ones. Moms, dads, gay, straight, tattooed, married, single, partnered. A healthy sense of humor and willingness to meet other awesome parents and their kids is required. Kids in age range birth-4, but older siblings are welcome as well. Let's get together for playdates in the park, coffee, the Aquarium, zoo, maybe even some big people only evenings! Mostly based in Decatur area, but that doesn't exclude the possibility of activities ou …

Please join us for business networking. Guest are always welcome. We are a group of business professionals and owners meeting to build our businesses and personal & professional relationships through referral networking. The group only allows one business in each profession to ensure that members can focus their referrals. We have coffee and orange juice along with a very light breakfast fare. You can view our current members here and see if your seat is available athttp://www.bnisoutheast.com/m …

It seems our wonderful group of Delt Wives (as I like to call us) have grown up....er, matured....er, gotten older and wiser and somehow we all have kids now. Who decided that was a good idea???? Ok, lets be honest - it was a great idea! Even if I still can't believe they let us leave the hospital with a baby. :) Anyway, why not take advantage of our home-grown mom's group that has emerged and make it official? I know we are all busy and try to get together as much as possible but sometimes …

This diverse social group is available to most anyone with an open-mind! Vampires & admirers, folkloric/literary enthusiasts, Goths, psychics, pagans, spiritualists, occultists, paranormalists, DragonCon/Frolicon/Other "Con" attendees, audiophiles & music lovers, board-gamers, club goers, coffee & tea drinkers, conversationalists, fine dining patrons, horror fans, kinky-minded people, movie fans, trivia nerds, wine & cheese snobs, etc. We are like-minded individuals who meet often for social din …

Sssoooo I've been planning random events for a few years now. A family member introduced me to this website because they felt that my events would be a good fit. So no event is like the last and I'm always coming up with new ideas. Prime Example: On Saturday, April 27th, I threw an all adult Field Day. 3-legged race, Tug-O-War, Potato sack race, dodge ball, Relay race, and Flag Football. Not to mention, I barbecued and served drinks. I wish I had known of this site sooner. Hope to meet you all s …

We are the women in the red and pink hats. We are the ones enjoying life to the fullest, no matter where we are or what we are doing! We are the mothers, daughters and grandmothers, of society. Some may ask, "What do you do?" The answer is... We do exactly what we wish to do. We will start with a ladies tea (or coffee, if you prefer) and then sky is the limit.. lunches, theatre, travel.. what what you like to do? Bring your ideas to our first meet up! We are a network. When you belong to the RH …

Become a part of a revolutionary Succession Planning Professional Community! Sponsored by the International Succession Planning Association® (ISPA®) and The Rawls Group, this group will promote an environment for sharing ideas, leveraging resources and will provide access to cutting edge professional development, marketing opportunities and resources. THIS GROUP IS FOR YOU IF YOU ARE: An advisor who works in or supports the business succession planning process or one of the areas listed in t …

This meetup group is for brunch enthusiasts in the Atlanta area who wish to share their love for brunch with others. Our current plan is to meet once a week (Saturday or Sunday) at rotating at brunch locations inside the perimeter, and each event will have an attendee limit due to the popularity of brunch in Atlanta.

Finding your Connections! This group is for professional men and women who would like to mix and mingle. We are planning events that will allow you to meet, greet, interact and maybe even form some lasting connections!!!! Either way, you’re going to have a good time. If you are tired of doing the same old thing expecting different results---then this is the group for you.

Do you remember seeing movies like "Love Jones" and how couples and singles came together to do what we all love to do.. TALK? The average person speaks about 16,000 words a day. It would be nice to meet with other people and share our interests by discussing friendly - HOT TOPICS - relationships, sports, politics, love, men, women etc... We will meet monthly in coffee houses or warm settings across the Metro Atlanta area and share our thoughts. Singles and Couples are WELCOME!! Lets stimulate o …

We are a place of worship but not a church. At JAYA we celebrate God's unconditional love. You won't find pews and bulletins, but instead cozy tables in a charming cafe/coffee shop setting. Come enjoy food, fellowship and worship every Thursday evening and Sundays at 11am and 6pm. http://www.JustAsYouAre.org Experience the unconditional love of God, without the guilt of religion!

We welcome anyone interested in reading and talking about good, well-written books, spanning all genres, both fiction and non-fiction, but (most) always a little off the beaten path.