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Harrisburg Parents of Tweens and Teens Social Club

Harrisburg, PA

Harrisburg Parents of Tweens and Teens Social Club
Welcome to the Harrisburg Parents of Tweens and Teens Social Club—a group I’ve created where parents and teens can come together to build meaningful relationships and support. My goal is to provide a fun, safe space where tweens and teens can socialize, make new friends, and participate in exciting activities. At the same time, parents can connect, share experiences, and support one another through the unique journey of raising teenagers. Join me for outings, discussions, and events designed to foster growth and connection for both teens and their families.
4 members · Private

South Central Pa Friends

Carlisle, PA

Based out of, but not limited to Cumberland County on the west shore of the Susquehanna River, I hope to build a group of people who enjoy getting out, getting together, and having some fun. Check out our events. Don’t see something you like? New event ideas are welcomed and appreciated. So what are you waiting for? Click the Join button!
221 members · Private

Young Adult Friends (Harrisburg)

Harrisburg, PA

**Ideally for members 20-30 years old** Welcome friends all over Harrisburg. Let’s step out together and put away the social anxiety, or worries or any thoughts of “how do I find new friends?”. If you are like me, than this is our moment. This group will have meetups at different locations and hopefully it’s fun, entertaining and makes everyone feel comfortable. Bring a friend, bring your partner or someone you feel comfortable with, if needed. And let’s welcome each other in!
73 members · Public

Harrisburg Area Friends Having Fun

Shippensburg, PA

Harrisburg Area Friends Having Fun
It's not that this area is boring. Rather it's that you just haven't found the right people to enjoy it with. Most things are more enjoyable in a group, and more comfortable. This group will offer all kinds of fun outings mainly within a 30 mile radius of Harrisburg. From Dancing to kayaking to game nights to Holiday lights, if you can suggest it we may just do it. Open to anyone 18 and older and we will do kid friendly activities too. I will only accept new members who have a profile picture of themselves.  Please no pictures of your children, for their protection.
1658 members · Private

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Carlisle neurodivergent adults ( NeuroSpicy)

Carlisle, PA

Group Goal: The goal of our Meetup group is to create a welcoming community for neurodivergent adults where we can connect, share experiences, and support one another. Looking to Meet: Looking to meet fellow neurodivergent individuals who are eager to make friends, share their stories, and build a supportive network. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been navigating neurodivergence for years, everyone is welcome! What We Will Do at Events: At our events, we’ll engage in fun activities, share interests, and create opportunities for meaningful connections. We’ll host social gatherings, support group discussions, and various activities tailored to our members’ preferences. Whether it’s game nights or casual meetups, the focus will be on having fun and fostering friendships in a supportive environment.
8 members · Public

Bronies of Central PA!

Carlisle, PA

Bronies of Central PA!

I want to have a get-together of everypony in around central PA. I find that though we have our share of ponies, nopony seems to be active about wanting to meet up with anypony else! Since I really want to get to know someponies, I thought this would be a really grand idea! We can meet up and do whatever, hang out, eat some stuff, the works!

58 members · Public

Book Club- 20s-50s

Mechanicsburg, PA

Book Club- 20s-50s
Hi fellow readers! This is a group for anyone in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s (and beyond- we accept all) who enjoying reading and meeting new people. We love book club because it encourages us to not only read more but opens us up to book selections that we may not have chosen on our own. We currently are having two meetups a month, one in-person and one virtually. Generally, we have the in-person meetups at different bars/restaurants in the Harrisburg/Mechanicsburg/Carlisle areas. Please only attend if vaccinated for COVID. Book choices will be voted on by members. (choices can vary from New York Times bestsellers, classics, fiction, non-fiction....) Also, don’t be nervous if you’re one who prefers to sit back and observe. You will not be put on the spot during discussions and can contribute as much or as little as you like- we want everyone to feel comfortable. As far as the reading goes- Try your best to read the book, but please feel free to attend meetups if you do not finish. Its very likely that we will not talk about the book the entire time; we will make sure we have time to catch up and socialize as well :-) Looking forward to meeting you! April & Avary
3092 members · Private

20s 30s Adventurer Meetup

Mechanicsburg, PA

20s 30s Adventurer Meetup

This group is for 20-somethings and 30-somethings who love the outdoors and want to experience it with other like-minded people. All skill levels are welcome. Hikes will mostly be around Central Pennsylvania and will vary in difficulty and length. Looking to meet people? This is a great laid-back group where you'll be sure to have fun and make friends, all while staying in shape or getting in better shape and clearing your mind in the great outdoors. Dogs are welcome on hikes, but note that a small number of trails will not allow them, and these will be clearly noted beforehand. If you have any suggestions of hiking locations, feel free to let me know!!

Attendance/RSVP rules: - Members must RSVP and attend at least one event every 6 months to remain active in the group - After 2 no-shows in a 6 month period (RSVP'ing yes to an event and not showing up for the event), members will be removed from the group

Disclaimer: By participating in this voluntary group you expressly waive any and all claims that could arise from any of the activities planned to include travel to and from and during the trip and to understand the organizer and assistant organizer or event host do not assume liability for personal injuries, death, destruction or loss of personal property. When you RSVP yes to attend an event, or participate in the group, you and your guests 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 or assistant organizers or event hosts.

2093 members · Public

PAHackers

Mechanicsburg, PA

PAHackers

You can join in the conversation on our Discord channel: 

https://discord.gg/HKveChEXTc

PA Hackers is a group of cybersecurity professionals who hold events in and around the Harrisburg-Carlisle Metro area.. We anyone who is interested in learning more about Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking, and Reverse Engineering to join one of our events. We have from real cybersecurity professionals talking about the real threats they face every day. Regardless if your brand new to Cyber Security or a seasoned professional we invite you to join us!

 

698 members · Public

*Connected Awareness* Harrisburg

Mechanicsburg, PA

*Connected Awareness* Harrisburg
Group created by Magali Diskus to meet and participate in diverse activities to Inspire, Shine, Share, Discover, Experience, Feel, Connect with Each Other and Nature, and more. In this group of like-minded people, we support and empower each other. We are growing our awareness to the Flow of Life and Nature's Energy. We are looking to share a great life connection and friendship. Free :) A $10.00 donation per meeting is suggested although not mandatory. We appreciate the contribution to room and meetup fees.
305 members · Public

CAPITAL AREA RENTAL PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (CARPOA)

Mechanicsburg, PA

CAPITAL AREA RENTAL PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (CARPOA)
To advocate, enhance, and empower our members. * **Advocate –** To advocate on behalf of our members and our industry at the local, state, and federal levels through our legislative programs. * **Enhance –** To enhance our members through meaningful local and national benefits such as discounts, education, networking, and fellowship, while emphasizing professionalism and standards of excellence in our industry. * **Empower –** To empower our members, allowing them to be informed, stronger, and more confident in their real estate investing and management decisions. Guests are welcome to come check out our meetings. Fully paid membership includes discounts with national and local vendors including Home Depot, Sherwin Williams, Unbridled Wealth, Equity Trust, Rent Perfect, and Millennial Specialty Insurance, just to name a few! Full members also have access to member forums, legislative updates, recorded meetings, and various documents, guides, and other printed resources, to include a state approved plain language lease. Our monthly meetings include networking opportunities as well as educational and informational speakers. Our real estate attorney is also in attendance to provide help with legal questions and guidance. We look forward to seeing you! Find out more at: [CARPOA.org](https://www.carpoa.org/)
1019 members · Public

Keystone Makers

Mechanicsburg, PA

Keystone Makers
Welcome makers, artists, and do-it-yourselfers! This is a weekly meetup group to get together and discuss current projects, show off completed projects, and meet likeminded individuals at our makerspace in Marysville PA! Want to hang out with us virtually before coming to a meetup? Our discord is [https://discord.gg/WwwAPwZT72](https://discord.gg/WwwAPwZT72)
160 members · Public

Service Above Self

Mechanicsburg, PA

Service Above Self

This group is sponsored by Rotary District 7390 with the aim of fostering the ideals of Rotary including service to those in need, leadership development, networking and fun!  Any Rotary club within the District can post events that are open to the public to participate in such as volunteer activities and fundraisers that benefit our local and international community.  District 7390 includes clubs located in Camp Hill, Carlisle, Donegal, Ephrata, Elizabethtown, Gettysburg, Hanover, Harrisburg, Hershey, Hummelstown, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lititz, Littlestown, Mannheim, Mechanicsburg, Millersburg, Mount Joy, New Holland, Paradise, Palmyra, Perry County, Red Lion, and York.

Rotary's motto is "Service Above Self" and we look forward to working with the community to inspire each other and serve the world.  

168 members · Public

Mechanicsburg Exploration Hub

Mechanicsburg, PA

Mechanicsburg Exploration Hub
Discover Exploration Hub – Your New Go-To for Unique Experiences! Are you craving a new kind of social adventure? At Exploration Hub, we blend exciting activities, diverse food experiences, and meaningful conversations into every gathering. Why Join Us? Savor Unique Foods: Explore hidden gems and culinary delights beyond the ordinary. Embrace Variety: Each event offers something different—no two meet-ups are the same. Engage in Real Talk: Participate in discussions that spark interest and growth. Learn and Grow: From workshops to casual learning, expand your horizons with us. Stay Active: Enjoy activities that keep you energized and motivated. We’re all about making connections and discovering new things together. If an event doesn’t quite hit the mark, don’t worry—there’s always another opportunity to find what resonates with you. Ready for your next adventure? Check out our upcoming events and join the Exploration Hub community today!
140 members · Public

Introverts Coming Together

Mechanicsburg, PA

Introverts Coming Together
Fellow introverts, let’s get together once in a while (but not too often!). Even though we can be solitary, we still like to hang out with other humans sometimes, just in small groups and subdued settings. The pandemic experience slowed down the pace of life for a while and many introverts took that in stride, even thrived. Maybe we’re ready to get back out there now yet struggling to re-connect post-pandemic, especially with other introverts or in meaningful ways. Join this group to meet other people who may be more reserved, shy, or have social anxiety. Events will be held at smaller, quieter venues so that no one feels overwhelmed by too many people and too many noisy distractions. Both men and women are invited; diversity of age, gender, ethnicity, etc. is encouraged. Events will include restaurant outings, movies, festivals, board game nights, art showings, bowling, outdoor walks, miniature golf, and more. Maybe you have an idea for an interesting yet low-key activity? The intended region is both the East and West Shores of Harrisburg, so mostly in Dauphin, Cumberland, and northern York counties. However, we can venture further beyond at times, maybe for day trips to other towns and large cities. Because the event participation size will be kept small and the roadways over the river sometimes create a barrier to access, members are welcome to set up additional events to increase opportunities to get together. Some simple ground rules for the group include: **1\. You don't have to be the center of attention but no ghosting either\!** Please keep your attendee status up to date, especially if there is a waiting list. \~ If you decide not to attend an event you signed up for, please update your status, even if it's close to the event start time. \~ This group will be more understanding than most about "being in the mood" to leave your home on a given day, so no explanation needed. \~ However, ghosting is not respectful to the organizers and venues, and keeps other members on the waiting list who might have attended. Therefore, no-shows without status updates will be noted and that person's membership in the group may be affected. \~ RSVPs will often close an hour or more before the event. After the reservation window closes, members will need to contact the event organizer directly to update their status. **2\. Many hands make light work\!** Because we’ll usually meet in small groups of 8-12 people, the more events we hold, the more various members can attend. \~ Please message the group organizer, Michelle M., if you’re interested in helping out as an event host or want to suggest an idea for an outing. If it's a good fit for this group, she'll help you become the organizer for your event. \~ Most events will be limited to members only, but some events will allow members to bring guests. If this is allowed, it will be posted in the invitation. **3\. Nothing in life is free\!** There is no membership fee for this group currently, but there may be a small annual fee in the future and fees for certain events. Many thanks to the group's founder, Jen G., for recognizing the interest in and need for a Meetup group for we quieter folk in this area. It's time for local introverts to start coming together more often. Hope to see you soon!
465 members · Public

Central PA Writers Workshop TM

Dillsburg, PA

Central PA Writers Workshop TM
We are a writers' group that meets two to three times monthly, virtually on Zoom, and at venues in Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, and Harrisburg. We're dedicated to helping our colleagues polish and publish. As writers, we are in various stages of development, but we remember the beginner's experience. All we expect of you as a member is a sincere effort to grow as a writer, and to do your best to provide honest, yet respectful, reviews (if you choose to submit work). If you've never critiqued or been critiqued, we will guide you. We review any sort of work, fiction, or non-fiction. If you submit work, it WILL be critiqued, so there is an expectation of quid pro quo, even if you do not physically attend the meetup. In the case of controversial submissions, we will attempt to give unbiased feedback on writing quality. Blatant hate speech is not permitted. Our meetups are intended to provide a positive experience and nurture our writing talents We hope to see you soon! Note: Some work submitted may be intended for mature readers, so if you are under 18, we request that you obtain permission from a parent/guardian before you participate.
634 members · Public

Pondering From All Angles: Philosophical Exploration Group

Dillsburg, PA

Pondering From All Angles: Philosophical Exploration Group
We are a gathering of passionate ponderers having fun exercising our minds whilst exploring and discussing various ethical/moral dilemmas and thought experiments from multiple angles. Our purpose is not to engage in arguments about politics or religion, nor will we attempt to solve the world's problems, rather, we'll use rational analysis of conundrums as an enlightening recreational activity. Join us to expand your knowledge, challenge your perspectives, and meet like-minded individuals interested in intellectual growth and stimulating conversations. For examples of our discussion topics, please follow these links: [After Dinner Conversation - Philosophy | Ethics Short Story Literary Magazine](https://www.afterdinnerconversation.com/) [philosophical dilemmas - Google Search](https://www.google.com/search?q=philosophical+dilemmas+&sca_esv=599170790&sxsrf=ACQVn0_ustyIkEAGMFa6GD_JypfoGCS0EA%3A1705510883493&ei=4weoZf3bHbedptQPqceoEA&ved=0ahUKEwi92fuS8-SDAxW3jokEHakjCgIQ4dUDCBA&uact=5&oq=philosophical+dilemmas+&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiF3BoaWxvc29waGljYWwgZGlsZW1tYXMgMgQQIxgnMgsQABiABBiKBRiRAjIFEC4YgAQyBRAAGIAEMgUQABiABDIGEAAYFhgeMgYQABgWGB4yCxAAGIAEGIoFGIYDMgsQABiABBiKBRiGAzILEAAYgAQYigUYhgNIyw9QhwxYhwxwAXgBkAEAmAFfoAFfqgEBMbgBA8gBAPgBAcICChAAGEcY1gQYsAPiAwQYACBBiAYBkAYI&sclient=gws-wiz-serp) [thought experiment - Google Search](https://www.google.com/search?q=thought+experiment&sca_esv=599170790&sxsrf=ACQVn0_Dk8Fghhi0PPkImMC3UyWBg9I9rQ%3A1705510985573&ei=SQioZfzUIuWkptQP4cuKmAM&oq=th&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiAnRoKgIIADIKECMYgAQYigUYJzIKECMYgAQYigUYJzIKECMYgAQYigUYJzILEAAYgAQYigUYkQIyCxAAGIAEGIoFGJECMg4QLhiABBixAxiDARjUAjIFEC4YgAQyBRAuGIAEMg4QLhiABBiKBRixAxiDATIREC4YgAQYsQMYgwEYxwEY0QNIkA5QAFjsAXAAeAGQAQCYAWugAdEBqgEDMC4yuAEByAEA-AEBwgIQEAAYgAQYigUYQxixAxiDAcICChAAGIAEGIoFGEPCAg4QLhiABBixAxjHARjRA-IDBBgAIEE&sclient=gws-wiz-serp)
82 members · Public

Enola Pickleball Group

Enola, PA

Enola Pickleball Group
Welcome to the Enola Pickleball Group! This group is perfect for pickleball enthusiasts and people who are new to the sport and looking to learn. We will regularly post events and invitations to learn (Free Pickleball 101 Clinics), play (Open Play, social mixers, Glow-in-the-Dark), and compete (Round Robins, Waterfalls, and Championship Series Tournaments) at Ace Pickleball Club. Whether you're new to the game or a seasoned pro, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Come meet new friends, stay active, and have a blast with us on the courts. Let's get together and make the most of our love for pickleball!
68 members · Public

Harrisburg Area Empty Nest Moms Meetup Group

Enola, PA

Harrisburg Area Empty Nest Moms Meetup Group
Connect with those who understand the life change to an empty nest. Meet new friends over brunch, dinner, coffee, local activities…whatever. Let’s get out there and find our new purpose and live our best life! This group is meant to be a safe place for women to find fellowship and share their unique experiences as moms whose children have left home. As such, membership is limited to moms only. Thank you for your understanding.
37 members · Private

Riders 4 life @ Central Pennsylvania

Camp Hill, PA

Riders 4 life @ Central Pennsylvania

Hello fellow riders. I love to ride and would love to ride a lot. Once a rider, a rider 4 life. Join us, suggest meet-ups, go on rides with friends and meet new friends. Let's explore and ride!

I have been in love with motorcycles all my life, I finally got to ride them myself in 2012. Since then I have been discovering the beauty, the fun and thrill of riding, especially with like minded other riders. I started this group to meet new riders, make new friends and explore as many roads as possible.

In 2015 my life has drastically changed, I became a mom. And unfortunately that has impacted my ability to ride as much as I can. For that reason and many others, I make everyone an event organizer. This way each one of you can post rides in your area, and you do not have to wait for 1 organizer to plan a ride. You can do it yourself!

This group is for everyone that loves to ride, regardless what type of bike you ride. Everyone is welcome, as long as you are a safe rider and you stay within your own comfort zone. We advise everyone to pick their own pace to ride, as a group we will not leave anyone behind.

Again this is all about once a rider, a rider 4 life.

For easy communication and to stay on top of everything, download for free the meet up app.

I hope to meet you on a ride soon!

Ride safe and ride on.

Fianne.

429 members · Public

20s & 30s in the 'Burg

Camp Hill, PA

20s & 30s in the 'Burg
This is a group for individuals in their 20's and 30's who are looking to meet new people in the Harrisburg area. Join this group if you are interested in happy hours, trivia, sporting/musical events, & having fun!!
2227 members · Private