Meet new friends groups near Lakeland, FL

This is a group for people to push themselves to meet more people and communicate more. I'm sure you agree that it's been too much isolation going on nowadays. In this group, we're going to get out and communicate to more people. Do you feel you have been too introverted, thinking too much and not having enough human contact? It's time that you meet more people and find out what's going on in their lives. As a result, chances are you will find out that life is more meaningful than you have thought. This group is going to be useful for shy people, for quiet people, for social life improvement, and for career improvement, because in the workaday world, people who can communicate warmly, people who can talk about and promote something, and the people who can be assertive and lead are the people who rise up and become more valued by their colleagues and clients. Of course all of these mean you have to up your game on communication. Specifically, we will have workshops to practice communication, and we'll have workshops to discuss how to improve your social life. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center. WHO IS THE GROUP ORGANIZER: I have been coaching people on communication skills for many years now, and in the recent years I have especially been helping people practice communication skills.

TL;DR join us for social games over video chat, 7 days a week! We always teach you the rules from scratch - our games take 5 minutes to learn and 10-15 minutes to play. Check out our [welcome video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X88hhc3xhcM) for a better introduction or keep reading. List of games here: [https://try.ludio.gg](https://try.ludio.gg)  \-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome! We’re a fun-loving community of 7000+ people from all over the US and Canada. We play casual social games together every day of the week and help people make new friends. 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 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 we always teach you the rules from scratch!

Come join us!! We are a group of fun loving, inclusive travelers. Some of us have traveled together in the past and some are our new friends looking to join us in our adventures. Need a roommate, no worries we can help with that too. Couples and singles alike are welcomed. We have had some unique adventures already and this group in just getting started as I am soon to be retired and looking to get this group in full force. Join some of the set trips or should you have places in mind, we can help organize a friendly group and an agenda to make it an amazing trip for all. We will have regular events so you can get to know each other and share travel experience, plans/dreams of new adventures as well as some local events for meet and greets. As the Service Industry and Staff make their way through a difficult time for all, I ask that you are mindful to your RSVP. If you RSVP and No Show/No Notice 24 hours prior to the event, you will be considered a No Show. Two No Shows will terminate your membership. LEGAL AND LIABILITY DISCLAIMER By joining this group, you are attesting to have read, understand and accept the following: a)   Membership in TRAVELING THE WORLD WITH FRIENDS (TTWF) is voluntary and in joining you join at your own risk.  By joining TTWF, you agree to, as do all members, to hold TTWF harmless in any and all associated risks. This includes all events, travel, etc. You agree to indemnity to TTWF, its organizers, co-organizers, assistant organizers, event host and planners, as well as all members of this group from all claims or liability of every type, including any legal fees or associated legal proceeding for injury, death to any person, damage to or loss of personal property. Further, included is any wrongful act arising or related to your participation as a member of TTWF and extends to any guests you invite to any meetings, events or travel. b)     Your membership signifies your agreement to hold all organizers and all group members harmless. By your membership and participation in any and all associated activities of TTWF, you are waiving any and all claims against each and every member of this group, including without limitation any and all claims against organizers at any level and for all activities including travel and all related modes of transportation coming to, during and leaving any events, activities or travel associated with TTWF. https://www.meetup.com/traveling-the-world-with-friends-new-and-old-2/

Donations are being accepted to offset meetup subscription fees. A full profile picture without a mask is required before approval as a new member. This group is for members 50+ who are looking to ***PARTICIPATE*** in many various group activities, as well as visiting Theme Parks. This Meetup group will be limited in size as well as in number of attendees to events. Members **WILL be** removed from the group at the discretion of the admins. especially for lack of participation. Some Basic Rules apply to this group: 1\. No politics\, religion\, racist\, sexist remarks are allowed at any group meetup\. 2\. Our events are a group event\, mostly Daytime Mon\. Thru Fri\.\, occasionally an evening or weekend\. 3\. Courtesy and respect of all in group at all times\. This is a social group\, not intended to be a platform for any business or as a dating group\. 4\. All events that require reservations: DO NOT sign up as attending unless you are 100% positive you will be attending\. Reservations take extra work and require modification of attendees\. 5\. Please inform us by TEXT if you need to cancel coming to an event you have signed up for ASAP\, 24 hours in advance if possible\.

This group is a dynamic and inclusive community dedicated to providing an exciting nightlife experience for Black women while emphasizing the importance of friendship and camaraderie. Here, women can connect over shared interests in nightlife activities, explore various entertainment options, and build meaningful friendships in a fun and vibrant atmosphere. It's a space where women can enjoy nightlife events, forge new connections, and create memorable experiences while celebrating the diversity and unity within the Black community.

Meet up ( get together), and meet some new people. Get outa the home for a bit,in plant city and surrounding areas. Maybe see a movie, eat out in local restaurants, ( for breakfast or lunch), see a play( musical),at community theaters, or go to a local flea market or a festival! Game night anyone? Pot luck? Possibly other things to, as I enjoy kayaking, short walk in a local preserve( pleanty beautiful ones in the area)! I like coffee Meetup’s too, n bike riding! The BEACH! We havnt necessarily done all these things as of yet, but never say never! Even short weekend trips are a possibility, or day trips.

*PLEASE NOTE: This group is for monogamous COUPLES only who are seriously interested in making new friends. To achieve this, participation in events is essential. Membership will be limited to couples from Brandon, Plant City and Lakeland. Please don’t join if you don’t intend to regularly participate.* Welcome to the Lakeland Area Couples Social Group! Our group is for married or committed couples ages 50-75 who want to make new friends. Activities will include dining out, parties, potlucks and BBQs, as well as getting together for local activities. If you're looking to regularly socialize with other couples in this age group, we look forward to having you join us. 1. This is an adults only group. 2. If you are unable to attend an event, please change your RSVP at least 24 hrs in advance if possible. 3. Since this is a couples group, both parties should attend events. Unless you are both meetup members and RSVP individually, please RSVP with a +1. 4. Inactivity/lack of participation will result in removal from the group.

Let's get together and meet new friends and experience some good times just hanging out or planning a few adventures. It always nicer to enjoy fun things with others. Whether you are new to the area or have found yourself starting a new journey for whatever reason, let's see if we can find a good group of singles and couples who would like to show up and create some good memories and lasting friendships exploring all the wonderful things Florida has to offer. It's our time now.

This group is for women and men ages 50-70 who enjoy getting together for dinner and/or drinks. This is not a fancy foodie group; it's just a simple friendly group with a catchy name. We'll meet for casual dining and occasional activities at various locations around PLANT CITY and LAKELAND. There's no better way to make new friends than over a plate of good food or a tasty beverage. Let's eat, drink and be merry! This is an adults only group. No children at events please. \*\*Real name and recent photo of yourself is required for membership consideration. The number of members in the group may be limited. Your request to join may be denied based on, but not limited to, your location or group capacity."

\*This group has ONLY WEEKDAY DAYTIME activities\* Welcome to Real Women of East Hillsborough! This group is for ladies ages 45-70 who live in Brandon, Plant City and Lakeland looking to enjoy fun and leisurely daytime activities. Whether you enjoy shopping, dining, exploring local attractions, or just socializing, this group is for you. Join us for casual outings, brunch/lunch dates, coffee meetups, and occasional evening activities. Let's "Meetup" and make new friends! \*\*Real name and recent photo of yourself is required for membership consideration. If you live out of the above mentioned areas, your membership may be denied.\*\*

 

The PolkVeg Connection is a local support organization for people to connect who have an interest in or are currently committed to a vegetarian, vegan or raw food lifestyle. The purpose of this group is to educate, offer friendship and support and build community on vegetarian, vegan/raw living in the village of Polk County, Florida. We will support each other through pot luck meals, education, seminars, information sharing and resources. Everyone with a desire to incorporate healthy eating into their lifestyle is welcome to join. Come to a local PolkVeg Connection Meetup to discuss living a healthy lifestyle, have delicious meals, share your favorite recipes and make new friends. Everyone is welcome!

This group is for WOMEN ONLY living in Polk County, Florida, who would like to experience new things, explore new places, and make new friends. ​ What We Offer ​ \- Exclusive access to curated experiences\, from wellness retreats to private dinners\. \- A welcoming\, no\-clique environment where genuine friendships thrive\. \- Flexible events to fit your busy schedule\, with child\-friendly options\. ​ Whether you’re looking for new friendships or just a place to belong, our welcoming community is here to lift you up, celebrate your authentic self, and make you feel right at home from day one.

This is a pre-booking event. Please visit www.artmasterclass.com, choose your lamp, use the AYPOPUP coupon code, and make a reservation. Hey everyone! I wanted to share an exciting event I'm going to – a Traditional Mosaic Lamp Pop-Up Workshop! 🎨✨ It will be such a fun and creative experience where we'll get to design our beautiful mosaic lamps using traditional techniques and materials. The best part? No prior experience is needed, so whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, you'll fit right in. The workshop is a fantastic way to meet new people who share a love for art and crafts. Creating mosaic art is also incredibly therapeutic – a perfect way to relax and let your creativity flow. By the end of the event, we'll all have our unique mosaic lamps to take home and proudly display. If you're interested in joining, you can register at www.artmasterclass.com. And here's a little bonus: use the coupon code AYPOPUP to get 10% off your registration! Don't miss out on this chance to explore the world of traditional mosaic art and create something truly special. Hope to see you there! Feel free to message me if you have any questions or if you decide to join – I'd love to know who's coming! 🌟

Welcome to the Professionals in Winter Haven Meetup group! This group is perfect for local professionals who are looking to network, socialize, and connect with like-minded individuals in the Winter Haven area. Whether you're interested in exploring new dining spots, attending networking events, or simply making new friends, this group is for you. Join us for fun and engaging meetups that will help you expand your social circle and enhance your professional network. Let's come together to support each other's growth and success in our careers and social lives! A message from the organizer: Thank you for visiting my newly created group! I am a recent transplant from Orlando and have been advising on health insurance for the past 5 years. I was an active member of several networking groups before moving to Winter Haven, but this is my first time organizing one. So please feel free to ask questions, make suggestions and get involved! I’m particularly fond of periodic breakfast meetings, hearing presentations about other people’s interests and professions, personal and professional development and many, many, other topics. As this group grows, more events will be added to reflect the priorities and interests of its’ members. So please share and join us to become a founding member of the newest group of the growing Winter Haven community!

Meet other local individuals who have Healing abilities, Empathic abilities or are just interested in learning about it. Meet and discuss the sensing of others' emotions, feeling the energy field and reading other people in a new way. Share techniques and practice skills. Combine energy fields to create healing circles. Let's bring awareness to the whole as we take in awareness from each other. This group welcomes those who are astrologists, psychics, sensitives, TCM, Massage therapists, nutritionists, and any other who wish to develop their gifts. ''THE EMPATH GROUP OF LAKELAND Called The Empath Corner Please check the calendar for Events/Class/Workshop dates, and time We will be starting soon CLASSES FOR "THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE PEOPLE" and "EMPATHS".

Rev. Janet White Wings Flying-Organizer

Tropic Breeze Travel, a local Lakeland travel company wanted to create a "Meetup Group" to help members of our community safely discuss their love of food, wine & travel in a social setting. Our members are diverse, inclusive and all have a passion for life. Not only will we be making new friends but we will have the opportunity to plan new adventures together that will include traveling locally, around the United States and even abroad. LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND LIABILITY INFORMATION: By joining this group, RSVP'ing to events, and attending events, you are confirming that you have read, understand and accept the following: 1\. Food\, Wine & Travel with Tropic Breeze Travel is a "Meetup Group"\. Attending events or Trips is voluntary by you as a member\. Participation in any activity within the group is at your own risk\. 2\. By joining Food\, Wine & Travel with Tropic Breeze Travel\, as a member you agree to indemnify and hold harmless Food\, Wine & Travel with Tropic Breeze Travel\, its organizers\, co\-organizers\, assistant organizers\, event hosts\, and other members from all claims or liability of every type \(including court costs and legal fees\) for injury or death to any person or for damage to property\, loss of personal property or any other wrongful act arising out of or relating to your participation as a member\. This agreement applies to you and to other persons \(as your guests\) who may accompany you in these endeavors\. 3\. You also agree to hold the organizers as well as other group members harmless\. By participating voluntarily in the group\, you expressly waive any and all such claims against each and every other member in the group\, including without limitation any and all claims against the group organizer\, co\-organizers\, assistant organizers\, and event hosts\. 5\. Any social events or trip that Food\, Wine & Travel with Tropic Breeze Travel sponsors and holds\, will fall also under the same Disclaimer and Liability guidelines listed above\. 6\. NOTE \- Having a safe environment is key to the members of Food\, Wine & Travel with Tropic Breeze Travel\. This means that all members are REQUIRED to provide & keep a Current Main Profile Picture of themselves posted AT ALL TIMES\. This allows other members the ability to CLEARLY & EASILY identify each other at any of our many events\. No Pictures of landscapes\, cartoons\, flowers\, or animals\, etc\. are allowed as your Main Profile Picture\. Please upload at least 1 personal/recognizable photo of yourself to your profile when you join\! 7\. If you RSVP "Yes" to an event\, please change your RSVP to "No" if you find out you can't attend the event\. This is just respectful to the group and event location\. "No Shows" are frowned upon\. And chronic no\-shows won't be invited to private events and will not be eligible to become life members\. So please be considerate\, especially when we have a limited amount of people who can attend and we make reservations\. 8\. We DO NOT yet have a membership requirement \(this will be determined at a later date\)\. If membership fees begin\, the fees will be a donation to cover costs of meetings & special events\. 9\. Soliciting\- Our group DOES NOT welcome soliciting of any nature\. Please do not solicit for personal\, or business reasons\. All travel planning & rights are reserved through Tropic Breeze Travel\. 10\. NO SHOWS \- If a member RSVP's yes for ANY event and does not attend \- this is a No Show\. If a member No Shows five times they are subject to removal from the group\. If you can't make an event you must change your RSVP to No\. If you are unable to make the change please contact the event host and let them know you can't attend\. 11\. Last Minute Cancellations \- We ask all members to cancel their RSVP 24 hours prior to an event\. Of course\, if there is an emergency we understand\. So come join us today to begin your next adventure!!!

If you feel politically stuck in the middle between clowns to the left and jokers to the right, you’ve found the perfect Meetup group to join! Inspired by Michael Smerconish’s The Mingle Project, this group will meet to discuss hot topics and news events with people from different backgrounds and points of view. If you’re an independent thinker and want to join a conversation with people of diverse views, then you’ve found the right place.

🎲 Get ready for a night of strategy and fun at Poker Night at several locations! Hosted by us, Rock n Roll Poker League, this event promises to be an exciting mix of good food, great company, and the thrill of the game. Whether you're a seasoned player or just looking to dip your toes into the world of poker, this tournament-style league welcomes all skill levels. It's not just about the cards; it's about making friends and enjoying the convivial vibe. Plus, there are drink specials for poker players!! Prizes are on the line, with nightly, monthly, and quarterly awards to be won. Remember, the league is free to play, but the dealers work for tips alone, and your generosity is much appreciated. Ready to go all in? Join the community for a night to remember! 🐶 And for those who can't bear to leave their furry friends at home, we have locations that are a dog-friendly event, so your pooch can tag along. [check out our website](https://rnrpokerleague.com/)

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