Networking groups near Holyoke, MA

Welcome to our BIPOC Queer Womxn Social Group on Meetup.com! This group is for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color queer women who are looking to connect with others in the LGBT community. Whether you're looking to make new friends, network, or simply have a good time, this group is the perfect place for you. Join us for a variety of events and social gatherings where you can feel comfortable being your authentic self. Let's build a supportive and inclusive community together!

The mission of the SOLIDWORKS User Group Network is to empower real people who use SOLIDWORKS products to collaborate with, learn from, and teach others. Connect with us anytime, anywhere, on any device for in-depth technical conversations and face-to-face networking. We’ll see you there!

There is a great deal of diverse technology in Western Mass with many SOLIDWORKS users and instructors. This group started back in 2009 and will give us the chance to connect locally and share ideas and knowledge by being part of the SOLIDWORKS community.

This group is operated by Western Mass Real Estate Investors, Inc. 03/08/17

A group of local Real Estate professionals and investors! Bring deals to others who are rehabbing, wholesaling, buying, selling, lending, contracting, and landlording in Western Mass. Network with like minded people and join us on the journey to financial freedom.

**Blockchain Springfield is focused on community and education in the blockchain, web3, DeFi and NFT space. We are your one source for everything blockchain technology: news, crypto, web3 and blockchain in Springfield. We host regular events!** Join this group if you're excited about Web3 and other cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies and want to hang out with other enthusiasts and professionals who feel the same. Each event is an opportunity to network and learn from changemakers paving the way of disruption: Web 3 creators, builders and thought leaders like yourself! VCs, Angel investors, Developers, Security Experts, Protocol Builders, and Project Founders are all welcome. If you'd like to better understand opportunities and possibities in Web 3.0, such as developing NFT building blocks for an Open Metaverse, or the unlimited capacities of DeFi (Decentralized Finance), then you are in the right place and we are looking forward to meeting you. Our sponsor, [Figment](https://country.figment.live/) (https://country.figment.live), is building a country in the cloud for web3 natives to belong everywhere. Join the official [Figment Discord](https://discord.gg/9xQgZjFXrxl) (https://discord.gg/9xQgZjFXrxl) to learn and network.

A group for game developers based in Western Massachusetts who are looking to meet-up with other developers (and like-minded folks) in the area to talk about making great games. We host a free networking event called "MAKE TALK PLAY" that takes place every first Sunday of the month. Please join us! PVGD Website - [http://www.pvgd.org/](http://www.pvgd.org/) Twitter - [https://twitter.com/thepvgd](https://twitter.com/thepvgd)

This group is operated by New England Regional Developers, Inc 11/25/2019.

Join a community of web professionals and gain experience in public speaking, leadership, event planning, and networking with peers and leaders in the tech industry.

Who we are: 

Programmers, Designers, Content Strategists, Analytics Consultants, Database Engineers, Front and Back-End Developers, Graphic Designers, APP Developers, and Server Administrators, etc

What we do: 

• Lead, organize or participate in  facilitated discussions, presentations or panels, hackathons, unconferences, and networking socials.

• Encourage communication, coordination and collaboration

• Mentor others new to the field

• Stay abreast of trends in web development, design, and programming, apps, web standards and best practices, and new technology

 • Create opportunities for people of all skill and knowledge levels to participate in a community of like-minded individuals 

• share tips and tricks, discuss relevant topics such as Drupal, WordPress, Web in Higher Ed, Agile Development, Theming topics (ie. css preprocessors), Design for Print and the Web, PHP, Web Standards, UX Design, E-Commerce Solutions, Adobe Software, Cybersecurity, internet Security, SEO, RFP's, contracts, and proposals, project management and other related topics.

• Provide a place to post meetings, events, conferences and support smaller sub-groups in the tech/design fields. 

• Circulate local and regional and international job opportunities 

Are you responsible for facilitating and/or producing work? Are you a project manager, scrum master, product owner, delivery manager, product manager, or do you have another job that involves Atlassian software like Jira, Confluence, Trello, and more? If so, this group offers a great opportunity to meet other professionals in our area and share and acquire knowledge of process, communication, structure, team roles, strategy, best practices, and to just network and have fun.

Western MA Filmmakers is a chance for people making film to network, attend events, and build community. Members signing up should use their real picture and name in their profile so we can find each other at events to which we have all RSVPd to. Members who do not attend meetings they have RSVPd to may be removed from the meetup group; this is especially so for those who do not attend the first meeting that they have RSVPd for, for repeated late cancellations, or for repeat no shows. For area filmmakers who are interested in sharing and discussing their work over the course of several meetings. It's an opportunity to ask specific questions of other filmmakers to help you get past roadblocks, get some gentle feedback, and brainstorm.

This group is for those interested in multidisciplinary networking and collaboration. Taking inspiration from The Medici Effect\*, The Renaissance, and even such creative collaborations as Burning Man--**how can those of us the intersection of technology, science, arts, culture, philosophy, business, etc., amplify innovation and create new ways of thinking, behaving, expressing and living?**     We will also explore questions around the evolving edge of science and technology and their contributions to improving our collective knowledge and experience. How can they best serve us and the planet?    This group will meet to network, discuss, and brainstorm ideas, projects, and possibilities.     All are welcome.    \*Frans Johansson’s The Medici Effect shows how breakthrough ideas most often occur when we bring concepts from one field into new, unfamiliar territory; it offers examples of how we can turn the ideas we discover into path-breaking innovations.      "When you bring together diverse teams and perspectives, you have the ability to create an exponential increase in ideas....Diverse teams create far more ideas than homogenous teams" -Frans Johansson    **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community. Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.  

Do you want to have positive impact while creating a thriving business, organization or community?  Going beyond traditional networking, let’s collaborate, build skills and create ways to better support each other. **Using a unique framework, we offer skills to amplify your impact, uplevel your leadership, and expand your capacity to navigate the exponential rate of change.**      An example of some of the topics and types of events we will be offering: * Navigating rapid change * New paradigm leadership skills * Brainstorming and barn-raising * What does your customer really want? (desire-based marketing) * How to deal with emotions and triggers in your organization * Crafting and amplifying your message * Marketing round tables * Innovative networking events ___________________________________________________________________________________________    **You don’t want money...**   You want financial freedom and real wealth, doing the work you love, using your gifts while having a positive impact.    **You don’t want to be in control...**  You want to feel the excitement and challenge of evolving… the satisfaction that comes from growing, expanding, and pushing yourself to new levels of mastery.    (Quoted from the [NonOrdinary Manifesto.](https://nonordinary.com/manifesto/))     ___________________________________________________________________________________________      **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community.   Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.

Are you creative?  Do you love sharing ideas, and play well with others? This is the group for you! **Join other passionate individuals in exploring the world of ideas, self-expression, creativity, and experimentation.**      It’s perfect for professional and amateur creatives of all types (photographers, performers, graphic artists, writers, singers/songwriters, comedians, musicians, film makers, dancers....) as well as educators/experts/authors, thought leaders, and those of us that are just happy to ham it up. Do you enjoy participating by being an appreciative audience member? Or learning new things? Great-- you can join, too!      In addition to networking, and fun events where we can share our talents, we will also be offering opportunities for discussion and learning around the creative process, self-expression and communication, including cultivating creativity and using improv and play for problem solving, culture building, and personal growth work.         The possibilities are endless! Examples of types of events: * Blatant Plug Talent Show (where networking meets the Gong Show) * Themed Art Salons * Rant Battles * Show and Tell Nights * Creative Collisions Events * Soap Box Competitions * Game Shows * Pecha Kucha * Improv & Comedy * Multimedia Dance Events * Chanting & Singing * Theater * Songwriting & Open Mics * Team Games * Open Space * Performance Art * Mock Debates * Lightening Talks * Slams * Storytelling * Indie Films and Video * Sketch Comedy **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community.   Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.

**Western Mass Life Drawing** is an ongoing weekly listing of open figure drawing practice sessions at multiple studios across the Pioneer Valley and Berkshire regions of Western Massachusetts. Unless noted, these events are ***not*** instructed classes, however we hope to develop a listing of drawing teachers who you may enroll with individually. We aim to help you network into your local studio(s) and hone your drawing practice through regular timed sessions. Each group has their own flavor and style, and books their models independently. **Models note:** please contact the host of each group directly through the contact info provided on each event posting. Currently listing events for: \- Figure Drawing Fridays in Northampton \- GoFigure Drawing Studio in Holyoke \- Sulis Studio in Florence Note: If you are a figure drawing host and would like your events listed here, please get in touch with Liz. Group description last updated: Feb 15, 2023

Hello Springfield! This group is for women over 40 in Springfield, MA. I know, I know - there are many groups on Meetup that have a similar description, but this one is different. Why? OK, ready - You must actually LIVE in Springfield to join this group. All of the other Meetups I have ever been in deal with the Western Mass region which is quite large - sometimes Northampton is just too far. So I've decided to be part of the "Springfield Fun Scene" movement for which, as a lifelong resident, I believe I am qualified. There are lots of fun activities, ethnic & other restaurants, cool events, and stuff to do - all in Springfield. If you live here, you KNOW what I'm talking about. Then there are possible day trips every now and then to other locations within a 2 hour drive from here. If you are a Springfield woman - married, single, divorced, kids, no kids, of any race, or whatever else you call yourself - who likes to have a good time, this club is for you. Sorry, but if you live in Chicopee, Agawam, East Longmeadow, Longmeadow, West Springfield, etc., this is not a group for you. This is NOT a networking group so please conduct your business elsewhere, but if you want to do fun things locally with other like-minded people, tell me a little about yourself. I'll consider everyone who wants to join as long as you are of appropriate age and YOU LIVE IN SPRINGFIELD. Hope to hear from you soon! Erin

SOUL celebrates what it means to be a multidimensional human.       Embracing the full spectrum from ancient traditions and the occult to cutting edge science, SOUL Experiments Meetup **gathers those interested in exploring consciousness, spirituality, energy and the multidimensional nature of ourselves and reality. How can spirituality truly bring us more satisfaction and pleasure in the physical? How does it inform the nature of reality and our purpose?**      Let’s dive into the mysteries and questions, and experiment together. Let's create an inspiring and open space to share our experiences and learn together.    Some of the topics we will explore:    Intuition and the subtle senses   Channels of perception  What is consciousness?  NonOrdinary states of consciousness   Ecstatic and mystical experiences   Consciousness fields  Working with the nonphysical  Psychedelics and other sacred medicines  Navigating realities and lifetimes  Nonphysical realms, encounters and beings  Transformational practices   Being a Modern Mystic   Vibrational therapies  Earth Wisdom Traditions  Religion, Spirituality and Science     ___________________________________________________________________________________________    **You don’t want to be enlightened...**   You want to live fully in the world, awake, wide open, and on fire. You want to explore the edges of consciousness while celebrating your humanness and embracing the rich spectrum of emotion and experience.     (Quoted from the [NonOrdinary Manifesto.](https://nonordinary.com/manifesto/))     ___________________________________________________________________________________________     **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community.   Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.

Let's explore ways to feel and look our best on multiple levels…mind, body and soul! **This group is for anyone wanting to live a vibrant, healthy life while enjoying themselves and loving who they are now.** We will take an open approach, seeking the best from many modalities and approaches, exploring the edges of what it means to be fully embodied and in full pleasure of being in a body. Each person has unique needs, and in turn will have a unique approach to health and wellness.     Possible Topics Include:     * Biohacking  * Vagus nerve health  * Increasing vitality and immunity  * Mindset practices  * The latest approaches to training  * Food – what’s right for you?   * Reversing aging   * Body wisdom  * Healing (from multiple modalities)   * How to navigate the latest studies   * Yoga and martial arts  * Authentic movement & dance   * Meditation   * Bodywork & energy healing   * Radiating beauty     **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community.   Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.      ___________________________________________________________________________________________    **You don’t want to change your body…**  You want to thrive, be filled with vitality, and love being alive. You want to be healthy and fully enjoy the pleasures of being in a body while remembering you are so much more than a body.  (Quoted from the [NonOrdinary Manifesto.](https://nonordinary.com/manifesto/))   ___________________________________________________________________________________________ 

**A Bold Adventure** A Group of Intrepid Hikers - Intrepid = Adventurous. A group for anyone who love a good hike. **Our mission:** meet fellow hikers, hike together, take breaks together and experience the beauty of nature and discover new places. Also, some fun social networking and optional jumping jacks. **Difficulty level** of hikes will vary throughout the hiking season, though please note focus of group is hiking not walking. Generally speaking every hike has uneven terrain and some basic navigating of terrain is quite necessary. Most hikes are moderate to challenging difficulty and standard pace is 2 to 4 miles per hour. See below for more details and link to hike calculator. [http://www.nwhiker.com/HikeEval.html](http://www.nwhiker.com/HikeEval.html) **Hiker Responsibility Code** is a set of principles that all hikers can look to before they hit the trail. It also acknowledges the inherent danger of hiking in the back country and encourages hikers to be better prepared every time they are on the trail. You are responsible for yourself, so be prepared: **Hiker Responsibility Code** [http://www.hikesafe.com](http://www.hikesafe.com) You are responsible for yourself, so be prepared: 1. **With knowledge and gear**. Become self-reliant by learning about the terrain, conditions, local weather and your equipment before you start. 2. **To leave your plans**. Tell someone where you are going, the trails you are hiking, when you will return and your emergency plans. 3. **To stay together.** When you start as a group, hike as a group, end as a group. Pace your hike to the slowest person. Take breaks as a group. 4. **To turn back.** Weather changes quickly in the mountains. Fatigue and unexpected conditions can also affect your hike. Know your limitations and when to postpone your hike. The mountains will be there another day. 5. **For emergencies.** Even if you are headed out for just an hour, an injury, severe weather or a wrong turn could become life threatening. Don’t assume you will be rescued; know how to rescue yourself. 6\. To share the hiker code with others\. **Pets are permitted:** Must be on a 10-foot maximum leash and attended at all times. Must have proof of current Rabies vaccine. Please be courteous and clean up after your pet. If carpooling is required for posted hike then dogs are not permitted. All Mass Audubon sanctuaries do not allow dog walking, including High Ledges in Shelburne. When we visited protected land we must follow posted regulations. Mass Audubon is an example of protected land which excludes pets. **Dinner Out Club:** After many adventures we unwind at a near by restaurant. In some cases we plan dinner and a show as the post hike activities. Theater, Concerts, the Ballet and other social events are welcome post hike activities. **RISK DISCLAIMER:** Please remember meetups are social events and not a professionally guided trips. By participating in a trip, you are agreeing not to hold anybody responsible for injuries or accidents. Always come prepared and properly equipped. In the event of an emergency, your fellow members will do their best for you, but there is no guarantee any of the participants will have medical or rescue training. By participating in this event, you also acknowledge that you understand the level of difficulty and are physically capable, properly attired and have the necessary gear and supplies required for participation in this activity. By RSVP of "yes" or "maybe" group members and their guests attending any of our meet-up events agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the organizer(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, and or injury, including those caused by negligence and or other reasons. You also agree to assume all risk associated with each meetup you attend and agree to know and follow the **Hiker Responsibility Code.** **Easy:** young and elderly someone in fair hiking condition trails are generally in good condition very little elevation gain **Moderate:** someone in good hiking condition trails are generally in good condition increased mileage moderate elevation gain **Challenging:** someone in good hiking condition trails are generally in good condition increased mileage significant elevation gain **Difficult:** someone in excellent hiking condition trails are generally in good condition significant increase in mileage significant increase in elevation gain **Very Difficult:** someone in excellent hiking condition trails are not always in good condition significant increase in mileage significant increase in elevation gain

This is a group for **practical idealists to share ideas, skills, and resources…a place to vision, debate and collaborate.** Let's have conversations that have never happened before! Let's create real-world solutions that celebrate our individual desires and honor the needs of our collective future. Let's enjoy the process and each other.      We gather to be in a diverse group of creative, positive people who truly embrace the gift of different perspectives and are excited to cross-pollinate.    If you ask 100 people, "What does a better world look like?”, you're going to get 100 different answers. How can we help each other create the lives we want while also creating a viable, collective vision for a future that includes us all? We think of it as creating a utopia of utopias, where our versions enhance each other. We offer a framework that helps align us with each other so we can create the lives and world we know in our bones is possible.      Types of Meetups:      We will host facilitated groups, workshops and events with guest speakers. These will have varied costs depending on the event.      Some topics we explore include: * How do we align and collaborate with each other? * Aligning with nature, deep ecology * Redefining utopia, finding a common vision * Embracing alternate views in order to create something even better * Permaculture, hydroponics and innovative food cultivation * Homesteading and urban gardening * Food security, slow food, healthy food production * Innovative architecture, tiny houses, design * Deep ecology, living systems, earth-based spirituality * Personal and cultural beliefs about money * New ways of exchange, conscious money * Community organizing, social capital, community building * Antifragility, technology in harmony with humans and earth * Alternative energy * Conscious parenting, eldering, rites of passage, ancestors ___________________________________________________________________________________________    **You don’t want a better world…**  You want your own utopia. Not one of those dull dystopian versions of sameness, but rather a utopia of utopias. A reality where your utopia enhances everyone else’s. A world filled with expressions of uniqueness, possibility and deep collaboration with each other and with life.     (Quoted from the [NonOrdinary Manifesto.](https://nonordinary.com/manifesto/))   ___________________________________________________________________________________________       **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community.   Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.

The Eros meetup is for **passionate lovers of all kinds that are interested in sharing and learning about love, sexuality, relationships, and the ecstatic, creating more connection and capacity for enjoyment.**     This group will be exploring a wide range of topics in personal and broader societal and cultural contexts. Please be comfortable with explicit sexual language (hard to talk about these topics otherwise).     You are welcome if you are single, a couple or poly…we welcome any relationship status, denomination, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle.      Here are some sample of the kinds of topics we explore:      * How to get what you want in relationships  * Ecstatic sexuality and states of consciousness  * What makes sex “mind-blowing”?  * New paradigm, next level relationships  * How to constantly fall in love with your partner  * How not to lose yourself in relationship  * How to flirt without being creepy  * Healing trauma through relationships and sexuality  * Transforming conflict in relationships  * Cultivating and channeling sexual energy  * Ethical nonmonogamy   * How to enjoy your body and increase pleasure of all types  * Cultivating desire and passion  * Exploring taboos, morality & ethics    You might be asking…is this about “hooking up”? (Do people still call it that? 😉) Just like any other social setting, there is always the potential for meeting someone you click with. I met my husband in this very meetup group! However, the spirit of this group is learning in an open, playful, respectful environment – not a hookup space. Please do not reach out to people you have not yet met; you will be removed from the group if you do. And no pics – you know what I mean!      _________________________________________________________________________   **You don’t want a relationship…**  You want a soul partner. Not a romanticized cliché, but rather someone who challenges you to be a better version of yourself. A partner who is willing to open deeply, reveal themselves and really KNOW you. Someone who encourages your uniqueness and remembers who you really are even when you can’t.      **You don’t want to get laid…**   You want mind-blowing sex, to be broken open, and stretched at the edge of your capacity for love, pleasure, and the divine.   (Quoted from the [NonOrdinary Manifesto.](https://nonordinary.com/manifesto/))   ________________________________________________________________________________      **ABOUT US!**   Started in 2012 by Trish Blain, this meetup is one of the local pathway groups of NonOrdinary Society ([http://www.nonordinary.com](http://www.nonordinary.com/)) that offers new paradigm training and community for lovers of life and evolving edge facilitators and leaders. See a list of our groups HERE. ([http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups](http://www.nonordinary.com/meetups))      If you have questions or would like to be a partner with us, contact Trish at [trish@nonordinary.com](mailto:trish@nonordinary.com).     **Our Meetup History**   We have found that meetup attracts the kind of people we love — curious, passionate, renaissance creatives that care about the world and community.   Before the pandemic, we held over 300 events and expanded into 7 cities based on partnership requests. Organized into eight "Pathways" of compelling topics, we were having a blast experimenting and growing our meetup network to over 50,000 subscribers.     **Our Meetup Groups in 2023**    We are excited to be offering meetup events again as ‘drop-in community’ experiences. They are a great way to get a low-risk introduction to NonOrdinary and to meet each other! Our Meetups are public events and are also listed in our Facebook group and on Eventbrite.      **Cultivating Community**    Skilled community is more important than ever; while we can offer ‘drop-in’ events through Meetup, we believe cultivating skills together over time is required to have a sustainable, rich, and productive community of badass collaborators. This requires a different container than Meetup.com can offer, which is why we are hosting our training community, NonOrdinary Society, on our own platform. You can learn more at NonOrdinary.com.