Meet new friends groups near Jacksonville, FL

**What will we do?** We will gather together virtually to dig up the treasures in the word of God and to have honest conversations. Some studies we will go through will be published and designed by the author while others will be collective conversations looking at works from saints over the years such as Dietrich Bonhoeffer, AW Tozer and C.S. Lewis. We will have open conversations about what it means to follow Jesus in this time and how we can align our lives to the truths found in scripture. We will have hard conversations about theodicy- if God is good and all powerful, then why does evil exist in the world?, about whether or not there is more than one path to heaven (Acts 4:12) and about whether hell is a real place (Matthew 25:30). We will talk about the faithfulness, longsuffering and goodness of God as revealed in scripture and in our own lives (if you do not feel like this is your experience with Jesus then even more reason to join!). My hope is that questions will be answered and my hunch is that some will remain as God may intend them, a mystery, until the children of God are joined together with Him. **How will we meet?** We will meet via Zoom- every other Wednesday at 830pm EST starting on November 13th 2024. My plan is to also start a groupme chat so that we can communicate in between our meetings to do life together, pray for one another and have a quick way to send any schedule updates. **First Study:** Our first study will simply be: The anatomy of the Bible! We will discuss the flow of the entire cannon of scripture and talk about some hopefully helpful ways to approach the reading of God's word. My hope is that if you have never cracked open the Bible that you will gain much from this first study. I have a hunch that even if you have been studying scripture for years, you also can gain new insights and inspire the others in the group with the wisdom you have gleaned in the reading of God's word! *Just so that you know my perspective, I will offer a few of my foundational beliefs below:* * Who is God? I believe in the Triune God of the Bible. I believe in the Father, the son and the Holy Spirit. Jesus is the son of God. He came in the flesh, was crucified on calvary and three days later was resurrected. He defeated death and the grave and has made a way for us to be reconciled with God. * The Authority of Scripture: The Bible is the inerrant word for God. Every word is God-breathed and profitible for teaching, correcting and training in righteousness. (2 timothy 3:16-17) * The Holy Spirt. I believe that the Lord gave his Holy Spirit to us to teach us all things (John 14:26). While I do believe that the gifts of the spirit are still alive today (1 Corinthians 12:17), I recognize that an unhealthy emphasis can be placed upon them. I think this can and sometimes does lead to man-centered theology.

This group is for people who are 45 and up who would like to meet new friends and get to know more people in the area. If you do not live near the beaches, you are still welcome to join us. We will be getting together for fun social activities like happy hour, going to to the beach, meeting for dinner, going to tiki bars, outdoor walks, etc.. We might venture outside of the beaches area occasionally to St. Augustine, Southside, Ponte Vedra, or other places. Group rules: 1\. Please have your photo on your profile\, so we can find you at our events\. 2\. Please RSVP only if you plan to attend an event\. In case you need to change your RSVP\, please let us know as soon as possible so someone else can attend\. Note about RSVP's: Group members who are signed up for an event then no show more than one time will be removed from the group - they can request to rejoin. We look forward to meeting you! Note: Fundraising has been added to our group page, due to a large increase in Meetup organizer fees. If any group members would like to help out with admin fees to keep our group going, that would be great. Thanks!

Welcome! We’re a fun-loving community of 2000+ people from all over the US (plus some international folks). We play casual social games together and help people make new friends every week. Whether you work from home, are a digital nomad, or are just looking for community online, we’d love to have you! Our events are exclusively online. We play a mix of games on a video-chat platform called Ludio (no downloads or accounts necessary, everything happens in the browser). Our games are very accessible and beginner-friendly - it takes just 5 minutes to learn most of our games. There are video tutorials for each game that you’re welcome to watch beforehand on try.ludio.gg, but even if you haven't - show up and we will teach you the games anyway! We do insist that you play with your camera on. We believe video chat does a great job of helping people feel connected to other, and we promise it's way more fun! If you’re on the fence about that, we encourage you to hop on a short call with the organizers before your first event - just message us here. Each one of our community members is vetted by the organizers, which is how we keep the group safe, fun, and spam-free.

Hi Welcome to Fun Times with Friends Social Group :-) Our Group motto: \*\*\*All friends were strangers at one point in time. Our group is for Singles 50 or older who enjoy getting together, socializing while enjoying a variety of activities. You will find kindness, welcoming smiles, opportunities to chat with those around you and develop friendships. \*\*Guidelines for our group\*\* {\*} Kindness, friendliness and respect are expected of all members. {\*} Profile photo is required to be a member (we cannot recognize you if your pic is a Zebra lol). {\*} Honor your RSVP. It is important to be respectful with your RSVPs. Changing your RSVPs more than 24 hours no problem. Not showing up or last minute cancellations, can be problematic to your fellow meetup members and the venues. If something comes up day of the event and you need to cancel please PM the host. Cancelations the day of equal a NO show unless an emergency or illness is communicated to the host. Unoccupied reserved seats do not put a smile on the faces of management of the places we visit. {\*} Waitlist Status. Being on the waitlist tells the host you want to attend; if this changes please move yourself to not going. People on the waitlist can move quickly to going so please keep an eye on your status. If you are on the waitlist there are some events you can still come out and have some fun you may just not have a seat.  This will be posted on the event. {\*} As we work with owners of venues to make large party reservations, thus taking seats from other patrons and requiring staffing.   No shows become an issue for us. Therefore with 3 no shows the member is removed from the group. {\*} Plus 1 to our events. Some events will not have plus one availability, while others may start out members only to give them priority and as the event gets closer if spots are still available it may open up to plus ones. If there is company from out of town please reach out to the host and ask.  If the person is local they can be a plus one up to 3 times before membership is required.  After 4 years, this is now a group with paid membership and it is not fair for some to enjoy the perks for free. {\*} As of January 1, 2022 this group, started charging dues of 15.00 annually. A new member has 30 day free trial to determine if they want to be a member of this group. After 30 days if the dues are not paid, the app removes the person. {\*}  In the unfortunate instance we have to remove someone for disregarding the rules; our groups calendar is not to be shared with them, the person can not be a plus one of an RSVP, nor are they to sit with the group at an RSVP-ed table. These rules are very basic and truly come down to respect and kindness. General Thoughts If at any time you feel uncomfortable for any reason, please let the host or the organizer know. This information will not be shared. \*\*\*Keep in mind this is NOT a 'dating or hook up group’. If this is the reason you are joining this group please look elsewhere. If you find someone by just being you and having fun we will celebrate with you. Our Liability Statement As a member of this group you take full responsibility and liability for your safety to, from and during each event you attend. Your plus 1, is included in this. Your membership of this group and attending an event = you/your family will not hold the host or organizer responsible for any liability. Welcome to Fun Times with Friends! Come out and Enjoy! Thank you to all the members who make this group so enjoyable. See you soon

Looking for solutions to your questions about living the best possible life no matter where you are currently? You've come to the right place. Life Coach Joanne Dufton will share her unique perspectives on how to make your life as fulfilling as you've imagined it could be. Joanne is a Certified Law of Attraction Practitioner and a Certified Integrative Nutritional Health Coach. She has successfully overcome many challenges in her life and is now wants to help you get past whatever stumbling blocks are preventing you from living the life of your dreams. This Meetup group is sponsored by Create Your New Beginning.

Hi and Welcome!!! Tired of the same old movie meet-ups and film screenings? Well, you're in luck! Get ready for an all NEW kind of film fun!!! Produced and hosted by [Creative Veins Performing Arts](www.CreativeVeins.com); Jacksonville's # 1 studio for acting, improv, stand-up and screenwriting! Check out our calendar here on Meet-Up OR visit our website at www.Creative Veins.com for all of our upcoming events, classes and workshops! Questions? Reach out! We're truly happy to help! Email us at Admin@CreativeVeins.com or 904.323.2471 (call/text anytime)!

Welcome to the Jacksonville Spiritual Development Meetup Group! This group is for anyone interested in exploring and deepening their spirituality through various practices such as meditation, energy work, Reiki, psychic development, mediumship, mindfulness, tarot, spiritual readings, and more. Join us for a supportive and welcoming space where we can learn from each other, grow together, and discover new ways to connect with our higher selves. Whether you are a beginner or have been on a spiritual journey for years, this group is for you. Let's come together to inspire, encourage, and uplift each other on our paths of spiritual development. **Who we are:** Lisa Dawn and Angel the Medium are a dynamic husband-and-wife duo known for their profound spiritual gifts and dedication to helping others. Both are Evidential Psychic Mediums, Intuitive Life Coaches, and Reiki Master Teachers, providing a unique blend of services that cater to the mind, body, and spirit. Their practice is deeply rooted in spirituality, nurturing a strong connection to the divine without adhering to any specific religious beliefs. Lisa Dawn, an accomplished astrologer, mystic, healer, and tarot card reader, complements her psychic mediumship with astrological insights, guiding clients through cosmic influences and personal transformations. Her intuitive wisdom and compassionate nature make her a sought-after spiritual advisor. Angel the Medium brings a wealth of experience as a psychic medium and life coach, offering guidance and support to those seeking clarity and direction in their lives. His gentle yet powerful approach helps clients navigate their spiritual journeys with confidence. Together, Lisa Dawn and Angel are dedicated to teaching and mentoring others in the arts of psychic development, mediumship, meditation, tarot, and Reiki. Their workshops and classes are designed to empower individuals to tap into their own intuitive abilities and connect with their higher selves. As light-workers, Lisa Dawn and Angel the Medium work tirelessly to bring healing and enlightenment to those they serve, always striving to uplift and inspire through their divine connection and unwavering commitment to the light. To learn more about **Evidential Psychic Medium Angel**: [https://angelthemedium.com/](https://angelthemedium.com/) To learn more about **Medium Lisa Dawn**: [https://mediumlisadawn.com/](https://mediumlisadawn.com/) **[SIGN UP HERE](https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/918025/124685477476304831/share)**[: To receive notification of all our classes and events: ](https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/918025/124685477476304831/share) **[TO REQUEST A CLASS SIGN UP HERE:](https://calendly.com/d/2gd-fqw-5p7)**[ Let us know what you are interested in.](https://calendly.com/d/2gd-fqw-5p7)

\*Include your significant other in your profile picture to be admitted into the group\* Welcome to the Jacksonville 30s & 40s couples meet up! Events to be added soon. This group is specifically dedicated to couples looking for friendships and have recently moved to the Jacksonville area. Whether you're interested in trying new adventures, enjoying local events, or simply expanding your social circle, our group offers a supportive and friendly environment to connect, share experiences, and foster lasting friendships. Join us and meet others who share your interests and desire to build meaningful connections. Let's create memories and strengthen our friendships together! \*No swingers permitted

Our events are now completely online. We are a community of ethical, growth minded individuals who are interested in sharing knowledge, making connections, finding deals, and generating capital. **This group will focus on:** * Sharing the latest real estate investing tools and techniques * Providing real estate resources to the community * Helping new investors get started * Helping seasoned investors do more deals * Networking * Rental properties, AirBNB, short term rentals (STR), and medium term rentals (MTR) * Wholesaling and flipping houses * Private moneylenders * Creative deals and creative financing * Inspiring others, sharing and celebrating wins, and uplifting the community This group is intended to be a consistent, virtual meetup space where individuals can come to learn, share, grow, and develop as real estate investors and entrepreneurs. Please join our group ASAP! See you soon ***Tony Moore***, Organizer

• Would you like to know the New paradigm of Real Estate Success? The game has changed and without this knowledge, you’ll always be like the hamster on a wheel

• Would you like to get $50K to $250K with signature unsecured credit to do your Real Estate deals and education? • Have you ever wondered what it’d be like if you could buy properties at 30 to 70% below wholesale, Consistently?

• What if you could have a team of experts with a proven system to do ALL Your Work while you sit on the EZ chair and do two things - Make Decisions and Cash Checks? Join our Meetup and learn the cutting edge techniques and let's discuss ways to collaborate and do joint ventures. We will show you how to FIND & FUND the BEST Deals. Beginners to experienced - all are welcome!

W. Roger Salam

Welcome Jacksonville/North East Florida area Cloud and AI enthusiasts We are aiming to build a technical community for software developers with a Cloud and/or Artificial Intelligence focus. This should mean: less sales, more tech. We welcome members of all backgrounds and want to connect likeminded individuals both in person and online. Modern software development requires a focus on Cloud and AI capabilities. This specifically includes covering Applied Artificial Intelligence for real scenarios. So do not be afraid to join even if you are not rewriting frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch or training the next version of ChatGPT :) We aim to be inclusive of both experienced and new speakers, all of you have valuable information to share. Please reach out if you think that you have something cool to talk about, are new to speaking/presenting and would want some guidance or help.

Jax Women's Book Group is a book club geared towards meeting new friends who share the same passion for reading as you do. We meet once per month to discuss books chosen by the members. We meet on different days at different restaurants around Jacksonville to make sure everyone has a chance to attend and find some new favorite places to eat.

At PlayYourCourt, we give you everything you need to play more tennis and improve your game!

Join our group to get connected to your local tennis scene, meet new practice partners, play fun & competitive matches in our flexible Challenge League, or even take lessons with our top-rated coaches on your local court.  We are your hub for all that is tennis!

Looking To Meet New Players At Your Level?

The PlayYourCourt Community is the easiest way to meet new people and play more tennis.

Great for absolute beginners up to high-level players. PlayYourCourt pairs you with evenly skilled local opponents for practice sessions and matches. If you’re the competitive type you’ll also love our super flexible Challenge League. There are no commitments - sign up at any time, play as much or as little as you want, and cancel at any time - no questions asked.

To join our community go here:

https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/jacksonville-fl/meetup/

Need Help Improving Your Game?

We send the best tennis coaches, at the lowest prices, to a court near you for convenient tennis lessons. Just go to the link below and enter the code MEETUP at checkout to receive $40 off your first lesson!

https://www.playyourcourt.com/locations/jacksonville-fl-tennis-lessons/meetup/

Also if you have any questions, give us a call at 301-575-6112. We’re here to help!

Welcome to the Jacksonville Sailing Meetup Group! This dynamic community brings together sailing enthusiasts, whether you're a single looking to meet new people, a seasoned sailor looking for crew, or simply eager to learn how to sail. Our group offers a variety of activities such as fun day sails, regatta racing opportunities, sailing lessons, charters, social events for networking and more. Cruisers, wind surfers, trailer sailors and anyone interested in sailing is welcome. Whether you're an expert or a beginner, young or old, this meetup group will provide an opportunity to learn, connect, and share experiences on the beautiful waters of Jacksonville. Most of our St. Johns River events will meetup at the Rudder Club of Jacksonville which offers docking facilities, a private ramp, parking, a clubhouse, bar, pool and BBQs. For ocean events, meetups will be arranged in St. Augustine and Fernandina Beach. Don't miss out on the chance to make new friends and create unforgettable sailing memories!

We are a group of adventurers from the LGBT community looking to get out on trails, on rivers, or anywhere outside, actively enjoying nature and the great outdoors. Adventures include hiking, biking, kayaking, ziplining, camping, and any/all other outdoors recreational activities members want to do. Looking to make new friends in the LGBT community while having a great adventure? Then this group is for you. We also welcome our straight brothers, sisters, friends, and allies!

This group has a desire to provide something missing and more unique in Jacksonville. Social sports and recreational experiences that focus on meeting new people as much as the sports themselves. This is about simply having a good time.

A great way to make new friends and meet new people with an interest in Latin Dancing!

In our classes we always start with the basics! So if you've never danced, you will pick it up after a few classes.

Jacksonville Attorneys, CPA’s, and Doctors doing weekly food and drink social gatherings at nice restaurants around town. Good for business minded people interested in engaging in more social activities, dining, health & wellness, and making new friends.

If you're single and 30+ and are looking to meet new friends and experience Florida, join us! We are believers in Jesus, and we enjoy a wide variety of fun activities. Don't be shy—come join us! Look out for monthly meetups around town!

A very inclusive group of ladies of **all** ages/backgrounds coming together the last Wednesday/Thursday of the month to eat, drink, meet new people and play bunco (for $$). Check out our new subgroups. Newcomers/first timers welcome. *I hope you’ll join us!*