If you are from a state other than Virginia, or outside the Hampton Roads area, please be advised that all of our events are held in Virginia (please mention why you want to join our group in your introduction). Members are expected to RSVP for events, even if posted elsewhere. This social group represents the ultimate in open-mindedness.  We are exploring sex-positive, alternative lifestyles and want to expand our horizons and understanding of different forms of sexuality and relationships. We …

Meet other local fans of author Ayn Rand and her philosophy of Objectivism -- a philosophy of Reason, Purpose and Self-Esteem that holds human life on this Earth as the standard of all values and *your* life as an end in itself.

Dogs act as our mirror. The unconditional love we receive from them is in truth a reflection of the unconditional love and goodness in each and every one of us. Our dogs show us the potential in ourselves as well as the potential in humanity. This group serves to shine a light on that truth and nurture the application of that idea in all people, encouraging respect and deep understanding for these creatures that show us the tremendous capacity of the human spirit. As a practical tool, this group …

Meet other women in your community for friendship! Get to know the local ladies, who are married, divorced, partnered, separated or single, are childless (by choice or circumstances), have children the same age as yours (although if you are looking for child-friendly events, we rarely have them), etc. Share your interests with us and we will try to plan events accordingly, we already have monthly events and appreciate your suggestions for venues/events. There are a lot of Meetups for moms/women …

DON'T GET ANXIOUS - GET PREPARED! Join award winning National Career, Business & Networking Expert, "The Career Engineer" at our TCE 1st Tuesday Hampton Roads Career & Business Meetup Tour!   We currently have TCE Career & Business Meetups in several major cities on the East & West Coast. TCE Career, Business & Virtual Members (Annual dues Paying folks) get SERIOUS buzz and connections at ALL TCE Events.  Guest you are welcomed to attend, get your networking on...and enjoy the experience of bei …

Join your dog for adventures on local trails and around some of the coolest, most unique places our beautiful city has to offer! Marshall, Cisco, Weston, Janice, Garth, Rebecca, and myself will be your guides. Bring your dogs out to join the pack! They'll meet other dogs and you'll meet other involved, loving, like-minded dog owners in a positive, healthy, and productive environment. In addition to the walk, we'll be available to discuss basic dog training, behavioral issues, and work with parti …

"We are all atheists about most of the gods that humanity has ever believed in. Some of us just go one god further." ~Richard Dawkins This group is for atheists, agnostics, secular humanists, and anyone else that questions the existence of supernatural deities. We will have dinners, movie nights, volunteer events, etc. Anyone is welcome to join the group--believers and non-believers alike. We respect the beliefs and ideas of others and expect the same in return.

Greetings Interested Potential Members and Current Members, I have a fantastic network of acquaintances - business, social, educational, and personal - and I bet you do too - including years of experience in my own entrepreneurial efforts directly related to business, as well as years of experience in training, development, government, private, and public business. AND I bet you do too! This group focuses on: 1) Learning - give an opportunity for anyone that has a problem stumping them in their …

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 …

Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something! This is a group for those who want to help the community. We’re willing to get our hands dirty and help. Working side by side with people in need. Need comes in many shapes and in great diversity.  If you are a compassionate, open minded person, the community NEED your help. If you have a burning desire to improve the material, social, and sometimes spiritual welfare of humanity, especially through charitable activities – this is the pl …

Welcome to The Most Active Atheist meet-up group on the South-side! "Deities Ltd." (AA) Atheist Anonymous Assembly of Hampton Roads. We are just "Beyond Belief" ;^). Where "every day is a good day to be an atheist," and atheists are just good without god. This group consists of Atheists, Agnostics, Ethical Culturalists, Freethinkers, brights, Humanists, Naturalists and Secularists from the Hampton Roads area, offering a place for socializing and information about relevant news and local events …

Southeastern Virginia is an informal social group designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical thinkers, and like-minded individuals. The group provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk and share ideas 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. We also welcome those who may hold different views to join in the discussion (as long …

Transition Richmond Virginia is a local, grassroots organization dedicated to supporting the network of local initiatives that are focused on building community resilience in the face of such challenges as peak oil, climate change, and the economic crisis. Based on the work of Transition Culture, Transition Richmond Virginia supports projects relating to local food production, mass transit, energy independence, education, and healthcare designed to create lives that are more abundant, fulfilling …

The “Largest Drum Circle in the World” is an annual global event created to connect those who move toward unity and can envision life on a peaceful planet. This effort was initiated by members of Power Circle, a community drum circle in Burlington Ontario Canada. Our intention is to find drummers and non-drummers from around the world who have hope for humanity and who love one another. We believe that the world will change through the efforts of many. We support those individuals and organizati …

In Hampton Road there are lots of Meetups for people with children, however, we wanted to socialize with other no-kidders like ourselves. We look forward to meeting people with similar lifestyles to our own. Most of us are in our 20's and 30's, and a few of us are empty nesters with grown kids/kids in college (others are childless by choice or circumstance), who have pets we think of as our furkids. We also enjoy adult entertainment (no kids),  Meetup event suggestions for kid-free entertainment …

The Richmond, Virginia chapter of the National Organization for Women works for women's rights in the state's capital through the legislative process, education and networking. All people, men and women, are welcome to join!

The Richmond Area Freethinkers, the local Richmond area chapter of the Washington Area Secular Humanists, is currently dormant. Please see the main WASH website, www.wash.org for information. With new age beliefs, mysticism and faith being increasingly glorified over reason and tolerance, our aim is to promote scientific literacy and critical thinking and to provide a forum and fellowship for freethinkers in the Richmond, Virginia area. Our purpose is to encourage public education in the methods …

VAMPIRES:  Immortal, alluring, and highly dangerous -- what's not to love? Just about everyone enjoys a good vampire story, as evidenced by our lasting fascination with the undead.  If recent books, movies, and television programs are any indication, the vampire craze continues to run strong without any signs of abating. It's one thing to read or watch a vampire story.  But have you ever thought of BEING in one? House Divided is the Richmond, VA chapter of a global organization of vampire aficio …

Group pursuing the development of an environmentally friendly, human-scale neighborhood that fosters sharing and community in Richmond Our Current Mission Statement The mission of Richmond Cohousing is to create an intentional community of households who are good neighbors and conscientious environmental stewards. Living in close proximity and sharing resources and growing our own food, we increase quality of life by caring for one another, celebrating together, reducing consumption, decreasing  …

Welcome to Sahaja yoga. Sahaja Yoga is a unique method of meditation based on an experience called Self Realization (Kundalini awakening) that can occur within each human being. Through this process an inner transformation takes place by which one becomes moral, united, integrated and balanced. One can actually feel the all pervading divine power as a cool breeze, as described in all religions and spiritual traditions of the world. This is the actualization of such transformation, which is takin …

This group was started so that members can help each other work through the difficulties and questions of raising a child or children as secular freethinkers in a mainly religious society. You should join if you have questions such as "Is telling my child santa is real the same as telling them jesus is real?" or "What do I do when my child wants to go to church or is curious why all his/her friends are going without him/her?" This group can help you regardless of whether you're an atheist, agnos …

The club is about doing all types of activities or events such as biking, hiking, kayaking, cultural events and so on for the Professional single or couples with families. Physically challenged or not, all are welcome.

This meetup is a community based support and educational structure designed for people to share experiences, learn about GAPS, learn new recipes, and have questions answered by a GAPS Practitioner. All GAPS clients and anybody who is interested in learning about GAPS may attend. GAPS is an acronym that was trademarked for Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha Campbell McBride in 1988. Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride holds a Degree in Medicine and Postgraduate Degrees in both Neurology and Huma …

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 …

UX Norfolk is a new User Experience (Ux) group based in Norfolk, Virginia. Our focus is intended to reach broadly across multiple disciplines, including Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, User Centered Graphic Design, Website Content Development, Human Cognition, Information Optimization, Graphic Design, and more. Come join our open group for monthly meetings, hear our guest speakers, or join a "Design-a-thon" to get your gears spinning. Please ask us about various volunteer opportuniti …

Secular Humanists are distinguished by an emphasis on critical thinking and scientific methods of knowing, promotion of separation of church and state, and a commitment to the pursuit of humanist goals outside of religious frameworks. We are a group for non-theists, atheists, agnostics, doubters, free-thinkers, rationalists, skeptics and other like-minded individuals who are interested in exploring what it means to be "Good Without God". The main focus of the group will to be to build a sense of …

The RVABA Center was established by local business leaders to provide the Richmond community’s emerging, small and medium sized businesses with an accessible portfolio of advisory expertise in the management, operational, infrastructure support, and community involvement skills critical to an organization’s success. Specifically, The Center provides business intelligence resources in the areas of finance, general management, marketing, intellectual property protection, insurance, human resources …

This group exists to support all whose lives are affected by ADD/ADHD. Those who have it, as well as those with loved ones who have it. We are here to encourage you, to answer questions and offer support however and whenever possible. We know what life is like for us. We're also convinced that no one completely understands us, better than those like us. Furthermore, we believe that ADD/ADHD has given us powerful, intellectual gifts and talents that allow us to do things others can not. Our great …