Outdoor activities groups near Fitchburg, MA

Divorce is a confusing and difficult time. It helps to talk to people in a similar situation. In this group we will respectfully and confidentially support each other as we navigate the divorce process, parenting and communicating with our spouse/children/lawyers etc. For more information about Michelle P the group leader visit https://crossroadscoaching.online

This is a group for those who live in the Monadnock region and would like to enjoy outdoor adventures in the company of good people. Moderate hikes on the lower peaks in the region and beyond that are 2500 feet or lower, easy or moderate hikes/walks in the region such as Gap Mountain, Wapack, Little Monadnock, Bald Mountain, Harris Center Conservation, Madame Sherri Forest and easy grade nature trails; kayaking, cross country skiing, downhill skiing, and winter snowshoeing are just a few of the things you may find here. Winter hiking is also offered. Novice level and above are welcome. For novice but experienced hikers interested in exploring the summits of the 4000 footers, the Monadnock Region can be a great introduction to the outdoors. With moderate hiking challenges (600-1000 foot elevation gains) the regions well maintained trails are the perfect training grounds for people looking to get into shape to tackle the tall peaks. Looking for some R & R? The region offers amble-uninterrupted sounds of nature that will melt your daily stresses away. **Our pace:** Summit/elevation hikes are typically 1 to 1.8 mph. Easy conservation area hikes are 2 to 2.5 mph. We hike at a casual pace with multiple breaks for rest or photos. If this is not your pace or hiking style we may not be the group for you. **Hike length:** Typically hikes are 3 to 6 miles but more on average of 3 to 4 miles. **Donations welcome to offset cost of the organizer dues. Current dues for the organizer is $210 year. No obligation but if you feel obliged you can give a donation to the organizer of this meetup group. At the current time we do not plan to charge dues for membership.** **RSVP etiquette -** * *When RSVP to events we ask that you RSVP yes if you feel certain you can attend/participate. We ask that if you change your RSVP please make the change as soon as you know so others can go in your place.* * *Frequent RSVP changes from yes to no may result in a member being staying on the waitlist for future events.* * *If anyone cancels the day of the event more than 4 times they will be removed from our roster.* * *Any member who signs up for their first event and then **NO SHOWS** without communication to event host will receive a courtesy message asking for reason. First **NO SHOW** will be forgiven but **2nd NO SHOW** a member will be released from our roster.* **Events Host/Event Organizers wanted!**  I encourage the members of this group to consider becoming an event host or event organizers. We need event organizers who are experienced for hiking, kayaking, cross country skiing, downhill skiing and cycling. Please private message organizer if interested. Criteria to be an event organizer is a minimum of attending one hike with this group. I will make an exception if you are an event organizer in another meetup group or similar such as AMC. ***Photo Policy*** \- Safety of all members is our priority\. For this reason\, we require all members to have a profile photo of themselves that is forward facing where your face is able to be seen clearly\. Our organizers need to recognize members at events\. Members who do not have a recognizable and fairly current photo are not allowed on events\. If a potential member does not have an approved photo for this meetup group you will not be allowed to join but can reapply with an appropriate photo of yourself\. **Happy Trails.... Hope we will see you soon!**

Looking to find people who like to get out and do activities during weekdays when everyone else is at work? Most meetup groups cater to the 9-5 crowd, this one doesn't. We may have activities on the weekends and evenings as well, but we're going to focus on the weekday mornings and afternoons. Including, but not limited to hiking, biking, kayaking, walking, lunch, brunch, movies, museums, fairs, festivals, live music, art, crafts, and much more.

What do I mean by "Metro Northwest"? I'm based in Littleton, and envision meeting in any of the surrounding towns such as Westford, Groton, Chelmsford, Lowell, Carlisle, Acton, Concord, Maynard, Sudbury, Lincoln, Boxboro, Stow, Hudson, Harvard, Bolton, Ayer, Shirley, Lunenburg, Pepperell, Dunstable, Groton, Tyngsborough, Tewksbury, Billerica, Bedford, and surrounding towns. People from anywhere are welcome to join, the events will be focused on this geographical area.

This group is for women who want to explore the many outdoor opportunities available in southern New Hampshire and northeastern Massachusetts. Activities include walking, hiking, biking, kayaking and bird watching plus snowshoeing and cross country skiing. We’ll take time to appreciate beautiful scenery, look for signs of wildlife, take photos, and share our knowledge, or curiosity, about the natural world. Women of all ages, sizes, orientations and fitness levels are welcome to join us. Activities will involve varying levels of physical challenge; with some easy and some more strenuous. We’ll share any challenges in a supportive atmosphere among new friends. Event organizers are volunteers who have agreed to share their love of an activity or area with us. If your plans change and you cannot attend an event that you signed up for please update your RSVP as soon as possible so that the organizer is aware of the change. If you are a "no show" for an event you will be removed from the group. There is no charge to become a member or to participate in an event. Participants should expect to cover costs associated with events such as entrance fees and transportation costs. Please consider car-pooling to events when possible. Dogs will be welcome at some events and not at others. Check the event posting or with the event organizer. Please be prepared to clean up after your dog. Please let us know if you have an idea for an event or if you would like to become an event organizer. Liability Waiver Please understand that any activity can be dangerous. Because of this you must agree that when you attend a meetup event you must hold harmless, and indemnify the organizers and their heirs, and all members and participants of this Meetup group from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this meetup. All meetup activities pose inherent risks and dangers. Participation in these activities is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgment.

We are a fun group. You can find us dancing away after a meal of Chinese at Chopsticks. We do some hiking, karaoke, live music, local community gatherings, line dancing lessons and more. We are open to trying new things. We have a book club, a trivia night, and various other events to keep up young! This goal of this group is to meet new friends and have fun. If you are interested in someone romantically, send them a DM and date them outside of the group. Nobody should feel uncomfortable at an event. To be in this group, you must be able to commit to respecting all people in the group, and be open and welcoming to our members. In our group, we do not discuss politics or other contentious topics as we are among mixed company. You should ONLY sign up for events you plan to attend and if you have a pattern of signing up and cancelling at the last minute, the leadership team will bring that to your attention. You are allowed one "freebee" no-show. You will receive a warning. If you are a no-show again, you will be removed from the group without a refund on dues. This is the only way to try to provide as much fair opportunity to attend events. Come hang out with us! We're cool! :) Chrissy and Lisa \*\*IMPORTANT\*\*\* For the safety of our members, you must have an accurate and clear photo of yourself as your profile picture. Any member who joins without a photo representative of themselves will be removed within 24 hours. Thank you for helping to ensure the safety and well-being of all here. By clicking "YES" option on the RSVP link to any event, you are agreeing to the Liability Waiver as stated below: Remember: Your Event Organizers are volunteers. You are solely responsible for your own safety and enjoyment. As a condition of your voluntary participation in this activity, you acknowledge and agree to the following: this activity involves inherent risks that can cause property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death to participants and/or others; you assume all risk associated with this activity, you are responsible for having the necessary knowledge, skills, abilities, clothing, and equipment to safely participate in this activity. The organizer(s) of this activity are volunteer; and you for yourself, your heirs, executors, and administrators release, hold harmless, and indemnify organizer(s) and all members of this group from any and all claims for property damage, injury, illness, disability, and/or death - including those caused by negligence and/or reason.

*PLEASE READ - TO ALL MEMBERS: For safety reasons, your profile should have a clear and current photo of your human self (face) so that event hosts can recognize you when you arrive at an event. If it does not, your profile will get deleted.* *Also note that if your profile indicates that you have remained inactive (meaning, not attending an event) for a period of six (6) months, your profile will be removed from this group. So sign up and attend an event soon!* With that stuff out of the way, welcome to a very active and social MeetUp group!! Here you will find local people who are interested in hiking (in all seasons) and other activities for fun and fitness. We also cycle (on and off road), snowshoe, kayak, and cross country ski. We explore urban areas (large and small), visit museums, meet for dinner, go dancing, hear live music, and take in a movie once in a while. This group is a lot of fun, friendly, and always open to new ideas for meetups and new places to explore. We consider the regions originally intended, which are north central Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, but we venture out now and then to lands beyond our region. The difficulty of this group's hikes is normally set by the event host(s) to allow the maximum amount of participation for the maximum amount of members. Generally, a moderate pace of approximately 2 mph should be expected on most hikes. When hikes are planned that are more difficult, such as Mount Monadnock, the description of the meet-up will include this fact. Our goal is to enjoy the outdoors while meeting people interested in the same - not to conquer the mountains. Our hikes are also paced to keep everyone in the group more or less together throughout the entire hike. Weather is obviously a major factor in any of our hikes. We try not to cancel meet-ups for light rain - we are outdoors after all. However, in the case of heavy rain and/or lightning, we'll try to cancel at least 24 hours ahead of time. The best advice is to check your email the morning of a meet-up for any cancellations. ***Please consider contributing to help support this wonderful group. Funds are used to offset the yearly dues for this MeetUp group. You can send a check, made payable to "MeetUp," to Tamara Huston, 182 Middle Street, Leominster, MA 01453.*** **A note about conduct**: We are a group of like-minded people who enjoy getting together (for hiking mostly). Although members often develop friendships (and sometimes relationships) outside of the group, Meetup.com and the North Central MA/Southern NH Hiking group are not designed primarily to encourage dating or unwanted romantic attention. It's very important that all members of the group feel welcome on all of our events (not just the hikes). So please, respect the boundaries of your fellow adventurers. It's appropriate to contact someone through the Meetup site, or through email or phone, information that the member has given you, but encroaching beyond a person's comfort level is inappropriate. People who cross the line after being warned will be excluded from the group. *You do not need to RSVP "no" to an event unless you are changing your rsvp from a "yes" to a "no."* *Anyone soliciting products or services through this group without the organizers' permission will be removed from the group immediately. To discourage this kind of behavior, I ask that group members do not buy any products or services from anyone trying to sell them through this group or this website.* If you have any questions or concerns about this MeetUp group, please contact any of the event organizers listed in the left hand column of the webpage. Thank you, Tamara Meetup has changed our email address to: [north-central-ma-southern-nh-hiking-group-announce@messages.meetup.com](mailto:north-central-ma-southern-nh-hiking-group-announce@messages.meetup.com) == Legal Stuff === While event hosts attempt to plan events that will work for everyone and will try to anticipate and head off problems, you should not participate in hiking events if you would not be able to safely complete the described hike on your own. For all group hikes, think of your meetup organizer as fulfilling a social function in getting like minded people together. Please always review the event descriptions carefully. Learning about the terrain, conditions, local weather and your equipment before you start *is your responsibility*. Any attempts to increase the comfort and safety of events should not lead you to believe that event hosts are taking responsibility for your safety. By signing up for events, you are indicating that you are an adult who has the skills and ability to safely complete the described hike. Do not RSVP yes if this is not the case, as we will be relying on your judgment of your skills and ability. To read more about hiking safety, check out hikeSafe.com. By RSVPing "yes" to one of our events, North Central MA-Southern NH Group members and their guests agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the event organizer(s) and all members participating in the event from any and all claims for property damage, injury, and/or death while attending events. In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the North Central MA-Southern NH Group for and related to any event which I attend. I attest and verify that I (and any guest(s) I bring) are physically fit to participate, and that I assume all risks associated with the events I or my guest(s) voluntary attend. I grant North Central MA-Southern NH Group permission to use any photographs, film or videotapes of all events for any purpose. As always, be safe and have fun.

This is a group for anyone interested in practicing tai chi or another internal martial art they are already familiar with. I created this group because I would like to practice the tai chi style I learnt outdoors (as long as weather permits) with like minded people, because practicing in a group would give us accountability and motivation to keep training and because it is more fun. I am not a tai chi instructor and this group is for anyone who would like to practice the style they are familiar with and we can exchange ideas and tips from each other. Thank you and I hope to see you soon!

Updated 10/30/2022 - PLEASE READ - TO ALL MEMBERS: For safety reasons, your profile should have a current photo of your human face/self so that I can recognize you when you arrive at an event.  If it does not, I will ask you to replace it. I understand there may be circumstances where you may be unable to post a photo. If so, let me know. Before you take photos of anyone in the group, please ask their permission. This is a group for anyone interested in hikes, walking, bicycling, and any other activities that the organizers may offer. Hikes are typically under 5 miles in length. All skill levels are welcome. I like to meander and explore and while I try to plan ahead, due to my schedule, some of the activities may be at new destinations for all of us. I want to explore many beautiful places in Massachusetts (and beyond) that offer fun activities with a driving distance typically one hour or two hours from Central Massachusetts. Also note that if your profile indicates that you have remained inactive (meaning, not attending an event) for a period of one year, your profile will be removed from this group. So sign up and attend an event soon! No shows for three activities within three months will be removed from the group. Weather is obviously a major factor in any of the hikes. I try not to cancel meet-ups for light rain - we are outdoors after all. However, in the case of heavy rain and/or lightning, or hazardous winter weather, I'll try to cancel at least 24 hours ahead of time. The best advice is to check your email the morning of a meet-up for any cancellations. A note about conduct: We are a group of like-minded people who enjoy getting together (for hiking mostly). Although members often develop friendships (and sometimes relationships) outside of the group, Meetup.com and the Short Hikes Hiking Group are not designed primarily to encourage dating or unwanted romantic attention. It's very important that all members of the group feel welcome on all of our events (not just the hikes). So please, respect the boundaries of your fellow adventurers. It's appropriate to contact someone through the Meetup site, or through email or phone, information that the member has given you, but encroaching beyond a person's comfort level is inappropriate. People who cross the line after being warned will be excluded from the group. You do not need to RSVP "no" to an event unless you are changing your RSVP from a "yes" to a "no." Anyone soliciting products or services through this group without the organizer's permission will be removed from the group immediately. To discourage this kind of behavior, I ask that group members do not buy any products or services from anyone trying to sell them through this group or this website. If you have any questions or concerns about this MeetUp group, please contact one of the organizers. Thank you, Nancy == Legal Stuff === While event hosts attempt to plan events that will work for everyone and will try to anticipate and head off problems, you should not participate in hiking events if you would not be able to safely complete the described hike on your own. For all group hikes, think of your meetup organizer as fulfilling a social function in getting like minded people together. Please always review the event descriptions carefully. Learning about the terrain, conditions, local weather and your equipment before you start is your responsibility. Any attempts to increase the comfort and safety of events should not lead you to believe that event hosts are taking responsibility for your safety. By signing up for events, you are indicating that you are an adult who has the skills and ability to safely complete the described hike. Do not RSVP yes if this is not the case, as we will be relying on your judgment of your skills and ability. To read more about hiking safety, check out hikeSafe.com. By RSVPing "yes" to one of the events, Short Hikes Hiking Group members and their guests agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify the event organizer(s) and all members participating in the event from any and all claims for property damage, injury, and/or death while attending events. In consideration for accepting this entry, I, the registrant, intending to be legally bound, hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors and administrators, do waive and release any and all rights for damages I may have against any parties or persons connected with the Short Hikes Hiking Group for and related to any event which I attend. I attest and verify that I (and any guest(s) I bring) are physically fit to participate, and that I assume all risks associated with the events I or my guest(s) voluntary attend. I grant Short Hikes Hiking Group permission to use any photographs, film or videotapes of all events for any purpose. As always, be safe and have fun. Looking forward to exploring new territory!!

This group is for AA members and their supporters who enjoy walking their furry friends together. Whether you're looking for some exercise, fresh air, or just some quality time with your pup, this group is the perfect place to meet like-minded individuals. Let's come together, support each other's sobriety journey, and enjoy the companionship of our loyal canine companions. All breeds and all levels of walkers are welcome. Join us for regular dog walks in the beautiful outdoors and let's have fun while promoting a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

This is a group for anyone considering starting a new business, currently in the process of starting their business, or anyone who wants to connect with other people from startup businesses and is interested in innovation.

Connect with us to accelerate your efforts:
Work - Collaborate - Innovate

Wachusett Business Incubator is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping promote the local economy by supporting expanded business activity.

People interested in learning or who are active wood carvers should stop by. We meet in the area three times a week. If you are new to carving or wish to learn, we will help you get started. You do not need to bring anything to the first meetings, we will lend you tools and some wood. After that, you can be well set in this hobby for just over $100. Current members (about 25) range in skills from brand new to some of the best carvers in the world. We meet at the Westminster Senior Center, 69 West Main Street (just off route 2) Tuesday evenings from 5 pm to 8 pm and from 9 am until noon on Thursdays. We are at the Gardner Senior Center, Pleasant Street, from 9 to noon Tuesday mornings. Email Jan@newc.org.

Originally this group was designed for dinner and drinks - and it still is - but it has expanded to include other activities. This meetup is for anyone looking to meet people in the Central Mass area. Designed with people in their 30s, 40s, and 50s in mind but all ages are welcome! Come for dinner, drinks, and new friends.

Welcome to our Make New Friends Meetup group! Whether you're new in town or a longtime local, we invite you to join us for a variety of fun activities and expand your social circle. From Game Nights to crafts, cooking classes to book clubs, and dinner with a movie to sharing hobbies (and learning new ones), there's something for everyone. We provide ways to have fun while connecting with new people. Connect with like-minded individuals and create lasting friendships. Let's make new memories and friendships together! A few things to mention: \*\*This is NOT a dating group. While it's possible to meet, connect, and have it bloom into romance, you shouldn't come to this group to seek that out. \*\*Recent, accurate photos are required. \*\*If you have an event to suggest, please do so! We love new ideas! We look forward to meeting you! Join us today.

Welcome to The Walking Group! Join us on visits to scenic rail trails, conservation lands, parks, beaches, and more. Participation is open to all. The goal of this group is to enjoy the outdoors, exercise, and make new friends. By signing up for this event you agree to abide by the following rules: * **Only sign up if you are sure you will be attending.** **If you sign up for an event but will not be attending, change your response ASAP.** Cancellations and no-shows make it difficult for the volunteers to continue organizing events. * Due to our large group size, waitlists are often necessary for parking and/or safety issues. Priority on the waiting lists goes to founding members and those who have hosted events. * Dress appropriately for the weather, wear sturdy footwear, and bring plenty of water and sunscreen. * You assume all risks when participating and certify that you are fit to participate. * All participants must use care and good judgment and obey all instructions, rules, and regulations of the venue and local authorities. * The volunteer group leaders, hosts, and other participants are not liable for any harm or injury caused by participating in the detailed purpose of the event. * Come on time. * Check Meetup for cancellations and changes in meeting times and locations before each event. * Spread out and stay on the right side of the trails. * Be kind to everyone. * Call 911 if you have an emergency during the event, contact Denise at 978-835-4242 if you need assistance during an event.

Have you ever felt different from the people around you? Like they can’t see or feel, or know the things that you do? That you have no one to talk to that won’t think you might be crazy?
If you have, then maybe, you are an “Awakening Spirit”

Come and join a group with other like- minded people that resonate with your journey on your spiritual path!

People of all spiritual and religious beliefs are welcome to join this group, whether you have been on the spiritual path for years, or just starting to awaken now! All that is asked from the members is that you come in love and light, with an open mind, and tolerance for others in the group.

This meet-up group will offer its members opportunities to attend monthly spiritual day trips, parties and activities, spiritual discussion groups, a weekly spiritual book club, starting with The Celestine Prophecy Spiritual Insights, Reiki/Shamballa Healing Shares, Meditation Groups, and Spiritual classes of all kinds to assist people with their spiritual development and finding their life purpose.

There is also a companion Face Book Page, also called Awakening Spirits for spiritual discussion of all kinds!

Let's get together and have some fun with Tesla's synchronized light show feature. Please join me in watching or participating in a fun, kid friendly, multi-vehicle Tesla light show. The cars will synchronize to play a few, short songs and flash their exterior lights to the music. In addition to the lights, the light show may activate the trunk lid or tailgate, charging port, side mirrors, windows (and doors on a Model X). This can be disabled before starting the show. But please make sure you leave space around your vehicle before starting the light show. Check out the video to get an idea what it may look like. Please do not leave people or animals inside the vehicle during the light show because it will be very loud. Every light show (built-in and USB) starts out with a loud subwoofer thumb. That is the final warning to be out of the vehicle. The light show creates intense, flashing light sequences. Please do not attend if you are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or have other photo-sensitivities.

The purpose of this group is to gather creative thinkers and writers to write together, critique each other, and to help each other grow. This group is an off shoot of our book club. Some of us are also readers. A few of us also write so we decided to start another group for ourselves to write together and to open it up to grow our community. This is a woman's writing group focused on women trying to write either for fun or more seriously. We do fun and creative exercises for short things, and some of us too are working on larger bodies of work. This is a new idea and the nice thing about it is that those joining can help us work out the finer details, culture, methods, and activities. We are here for all writers, all levels, all varieties of people, all genders, sexual preferences, colors. Be patient till you tell us how you want to be viewed/ called/personal pronouns/ anything and everything else. We will honor whatever you choose. Everyone is an individual. We love all types. Respect matters. This group is about honest reviews. Be critical, be honest about your view. This information is helpful. We are here to grow, learn, and improve. There is a difference between being mean, and being honest and critical to be helpful. Please know the difference, and if you don't... wait and think about it and try to say it if you really think it makes a difference and can be helpful, figure out the kindest way to say it. The goal is to make each other better. Cruelty is not welcome nor does it make anyone better. This group meets on a private homestead farm that doubles as a tiny B&B. So the covid rules are very strict. To attend our meetings you must present proof of being vaccinated and UTD on all covid boosters. We test before any and all indoor group meetings during surges in our area/s. Each meeting is strictly limited to 10 people. We hope to get a nice group of people who really want to attend and participate. in nice weather we meet outdoors, where we can watch the goats playing on the hill, from under the wisteria in the heart of the herb garden. In cold icky weather we meet indoors by the wood stove. We are potluck so bring whatever snacks you want. Wine, etc, welcome. No one leaves here unfit to drive. Joining this group you agree to stay here in the event you are unfit to drive till you are fit to leave here. Don't be insulted if anyone doesn't eat something you brought. People have allergies, personal taste, and other food related issues. It isn't about you. It says nothing about you or what you bring. Must love dogs. Loving cats is optional. Stories welcome. Conspiracies unwelcome unless they are part of your writing piece.

Wildflower Farm, is a small roughly 5 acre homestead farm in Berlin MA, the Worcester/metro west area. We are a crew rather devoted to our club and showing up for it. We have been reading together now for loosely 2 and a half years. This club was birthed shortly after the Covid vaccine, when a bunch of isolated women got vaccinated and decided to start a book club. It was a beautiful sunny day in June. To be precise, it was the fifth of June. 4 women came together, chose books, and read together. Just like that, on the back patio, sipping lemonade and eating snacks, a sisterhood was born. Many things have changed with time, some have left new ones have joined.... Some have stuck around.... One thing has never changed. At our foundation, we are all about Covid safety, books, and each other. We meet in person monthly so if you are looking for an online meeting, this isn't it. We check everyone's vaccine card when they come to their first meeting. No UTD on vaccination, no admittance. When Covid is spiking in the area, we ask all members attending to take a covid test within 24 hours of attendance. By utilizing these tools and keeping our meetings to under 12 people, we don't require masking as due diligence is done. We often meet outside as well when weather permits. Yes, on the back patio or soon in the greenhouse, or on hot days over at the pool.. Once a month we meet to discuss our shared reading experience. Irregularly we meet to do things together, canning, candle making, the occasional movie based on our monthly read or similar in nature... We have discussed doing King Richard's Fair, and the odd museum visit or other various activities. We also meet bi yearly to select new books. Every 6 months anyone who has attended at least 3 of our book discussions is welcome at this meeting. Everyone gets a vote. All votes are equal. Together we then hash out the next 6 months worth of books, and create an order. We visit club culture discuss changes we want to make things we want to try etc... This is a small cozy club, which means there is a lot of room for club culture creation and suggestions. The goal, is to have a club that is magical for all of us. Our goal is to be a group of women from many different walks of life all bringing our own experiences to our reads and book discussions. We welcome all women, of all colors, sexual preferences, etc... Every woman in this group is fierce and strong. Everyone's opinion is right. Everyone is entitled to their feelings and opinions. Books are subjective works of art. There is no right and wrong. Polite disagreement is totally fine. We are not above a good debate. This book club, is all about women supporting women, we let the world out there go. We build up the other members of this book loving sorority, even when we disagree. We share a bond based on respect for our differences and similarities as well as our disagreements. a desire to understand where each of us is coming from, in an effort to better understand what we are reading. This club was created as a place women can fully be who they are. At our gatherings, we never worry about how to dumb ourselves down to appease men, or what the neighbors will think, or anything else equally confining and restrictive. It is ok not to smile, no you won't be prettier if you do. Even if you would be, who cares? No one here will command you to smile. You get to control and choose the expression on your own face. Here you have no duty to dress a certain way, makeup is entirely up to you. We don't judge. We would rather share company and bond over books. We are the women who love libraries, books, adventures and experiences that can only be found between 2 covers or on a tablet. This group is for those committed to meeting regularly to discuss our shared monthly reading experience. Our reading adventures can be rather eclectic. We tend to do some mysteries, women's fiction, standard fiction, gothic, fantasy, classics, non fiction, etc, and more. While we have a slight focus on feminism, we believe the best form of feminism is the one in which women are free to engage as they choose with what they choose. Where women get to choose and pursue their own interests. We are not always in the mood for feminist lit. Often enough we enjoy other things also. We are the spirited, swashbuckling, devotees of Seshat, following our inner moonlight as we traverse this vast universe in search of the first star to the right before traveling on towards morning. In a space boat, that runs on fairy dust, and is made of a book. Pioneering our way through each new literary adventure. Crossing the unnumbered seas of the imagination. Weathering the storms as we wander together, anywhere a book can take us. "May it be a light to you in dark places, when all other lights go out."- Galadriel / Tolkien ##