This group is to promote fun, interesting and challenging  events (biking/hiking/running/orienteering/adventure racing/travel/backpacking/kayaking/rock climbing ect.) "Exercise will feel better if you do it with some good pals, according to a new study just published in the Royal Society’s Biology Letters."  It doesn't matter at what level you are!   LET'S GET IT STARTED!!!!

Well plain and simple we are just random people doing random things, like hiking trips, flag football in the park, museums, cookouts, dodgeball, kickball, movie theme nights, game nights, Skydiving...etc. We don't sit around talking about doing things we get out there and do. So if you want to get out, get active, and have some fun join us. We also take weekend trips out of state 2 to 3 times a year. Our goal is try to create friendships among members through several of exciting activities. Try …

Obsessive Compulsive Backpackers exists to provide its members with opportunities for recreation, education, and preservation while pursuing the wilderness experience. Before joining this group please take a moment to read the "About us" page to determine whether or not this group is for you. Please answer all profile questions when joining, otherwise you will be removed from the group.

Welcome World  Rhythm Drummers This is the main Web Site for the Virginia World Rhythms Drum Circles. Here you will find Drum Circles from Richmond VA all the way to Virginia Beach and everything in between.  The other two websites are specific to their location  http://www.richmond-rhythms-drum-circle.com/ and http://www.virginia-beach-drum-circle.com/ This is the Web Site for Lovers of Drum Circles.  Here you will find the right place to share your rhythms with like minded folks of all ages a …

The purpose of this meetup group is to bring together women of all cultures to develop friendships and get togethers to socialize. If you enjoy having girls night out, family fun, shopping or just having group conversation, this is the place for you. Looking forward to meeting you.

A love of travel and immersion in itinerary planning are good for the soul! If you love to seek out unusual destinations and make the extraordinary happen, enjoy the company of fully independent adventure seeking adults and have the wherewithall to get travel plans off the board and into action, this is the group for you! Our goals will be to commonly form a committment to providing varied, fully independent travel options for the group to consider, and then refine groups into various tour desti …

Welcome!! We are a mish-mashed group of LGBT people on the Peninsula trying to expand our loop of friends. This group was started so we could have another fun LGBT place where everyone is loved and welcome outside "the normal circle" and meet other interesting people. All personalities and LGBT people are welcome. We are a Social Group with like minded People! that enjoy getting out together, making and meeting new friends.. Anyone in VA is welcome but most of us live on the NN/Hampton/ Willia …

I noticed there are a lot of groups in Virginia beach and Norfolk but not so many for here on the peninsula for Hampton and Newport News. This meetup group is for ladies here on the Peninsula who want to get out of the house and meet other women who want to have fun. There are a lot of things to do in the area from various festivals, happy hours, nights out, lunches, shopping trips, movies, hikes, bbq's, and whatever else anyone can think of. If anyone wants to help organize meetups, feel to sch …

Hi Ladies! The Girlfriends group is composed of ladies from all walks of life.  We're just fun-loving ladies looking for others who like to do girl things!  We are mostly in our 40s and 50s (though some are older and some younger), we work full-time and we're retired, we're single/married/divorced, teachers, nurses, social workers, moms, grandmothers!  We plan a variety of meet-ups each month to give everyone an opportunity to meet some great ladies and have fun. We schedule different types of a …

We are the oldest continuously running hash in the United States. We meet Saturdays at 3:00pm, socialize a bit, and then go running/walking along a trail set by a member (the hare). Our trails wind through the wilds of the beautiful Hampton Roads Peninsula (Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, York County), involve at least 1 beer check (for those 21 and older), and end with a festive, baudy and welcoming gathering (the circle).  It's a fun way to get in a bit of exercise with your socializing. …

The purpose of this group is to learn how to apply tried and true marketing strategies to "now" media tactics, such as social media, mobile media and other new technology. This group is for business owners, marketing and PR directors or anyone interested in learning how to increase their market share through exciting new "what's next" technology. Each session will include a time to introduce yourself and your business and an instructional lesson on a different topic. Bring your business cards, y …

Whether you have your license already or you're interested in experiencing your first taste of freefall, this is the group for you. For those that wish to learn, I am an Accelerated Freefall Instructor(AFF-I) and can teach you to skydive. Though I expect things to be a little slow because of the season/weather, don't let that deter you from joining. You don't want to miss out on those days where those dedicated souls gather, regardless of weather, and enjoy the thrill of flight. Please contact m …

This group is for Hampton Roads/Tidewater Virginia area adventure & dual sport motorcycle riders. This should be a place the locals can organize rides in the area and share insights on local routes and attractions.

So, if you are a Stand Up'er and you live at the beach, there's a group for you. If you are a Stand Up'er in Richmond, there's a group for you. If you are a Stand Up'er on the Peninsula, and you're tired of driving on I-64 North or South, we have a new group just for you! We may not surf, or have white-water, but we have a ton of cool spots and we will have a good time de-virgin-SUP-ing the coves and flatwater in Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, York County, and even possibly out towards Glouces …

Locals who want to: Explore new places, Go Hiking, Camping, Backpacking, Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Fishing, and learn new outdoor skills.

We are a lively group of singles who love being active and having fun. This a great group for meeting new friends and for discovering all the opportunities for outdoor (and indoor) activities in the area. I took a short break from leading this group, but am now ready for some more fun. We had 99 events in the past year, which included: kayaking, sea kayaking, ropes courses, treetop adventures, road biking, hiking, concerts, holiday programs, laser tag, dancing, and much more. Join us for fun and …

Looking for adventurous Happiness Seekers region wide who want to find practical and fun ways to enhance their bliss on a daily basis. Ideal members are those who are interested in the brighter and lighter side of life. We will meet once every two weeks for 90 minutes with each meeting having a particular theme/focus. Optimism is contagious. We are looking forward to you joining us!

Ladies and Gentlemen of Hampton Roads...Are you new to the area or just looking to venture out and meet new friends, socialize and network?  Allow "Hampton Roads on the Go" to assist you in accomplishing that endeavor.  Our mission is to inspire, motivate and promote Sister and Brotherhood within the 757 by attending positive local events (wine tasting events, networking socials, dinner, jazz night, comedy, concerts, clubbing, sporting events, conferences,...and anything else that looks like fun …

Go Local 757 is a new network designed to support small and locally owned business. The Go Local mission is to educate our community about the importance and strong economic impact of buying local. Small business accounts for 65% of all new jobs. Small business employs 77 million Americans. Small businesses donate 2x as much to local charities. Spend $10 a month locally and $9.3 billion would be returned to local economies. *(these statistics were supplied by our friends at Independent We Stand) …

This is the time to get out there and enjoy life. Being healthy and managing your weight or other medical issues can be a fun and social.  We will be doing hikes, leisure sports(croquet, horseshoes, disc golf) and a few more intense activities like kick ball and ultimate frisbee. The partners are always open to new suggestions, we have a tab near the top of our home page to suggest meet ups.

This group is to be all about natural health and healthy living. This will be and not limited to the following, gardening, group outdoor adventures..., classes on juicing for health, raw, vegan vegetarian, whole food meals, exercise, fitness, detoxing your home, canning and preserving, fermenting foods or lacto- fermenting foods, how to use essential oils for your self, home, garden and pets. How to make your own face and body scrubs. Etc....you get it. It will be lunch and learns, outdoors grou …

Williamsburg and Jamestown area Stand Up Paddleboarding Adventures

Whether you are a person living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes or simply want to learn how to be involved, this community fitness gathering will provide you with ongoing opportunities to exercise and socialize. Friends and family are welcome!

This is group for anyone interested in mountain biking, mountain bikes, and social cycling. All skills levels are welcome, we are not here to compete but to have fun and enjoy riding the different trails in the area. I named this group the same name as the group that was shut down about 2 years ago, and which I was a member of, we had about 100 members back then and I hope we will have as many members back on this group. I started this group because I enjoy riding but don't really enjoy riding a …

Have you ever wanted to draw a beautiful landscape with soft pastels? Join me for my workshops every Friday and Saturday through June 22nd.   Everyone is welcome... including beginners! I am an experienced and friendly art instructor, and I can help you learn to use soft pastels. Art supplies are provided.  Friday workshops will be in Williamsburg and Saturday workshops will be in Hampton.  $45 per person per workshop.