Looking to set up regular (weekly? bi-weekly?) get-togethers of East Bay gay sports fans. Will pick the best event of the week and a local watering hole to meet, root, and sociaize. F ocus on East Bay professional and college teams, so probably a lot of Warriors and Golden Bears basketball over the next few months. Location will vary but we may decide on a few favorites as we move along.

Empowering young, queer men to affirm their identities in sex positive spaces. We are an active group of bi, gay, and queer men, aged 18-29, in Silicon Valley, California. We host important sex positive and gay affirming workshops, conduct vital outreaches within the community, engages in a diverse array of fun and casual events, creates awareness around LGBTQ issues, and fosters safe spaces for the unique individuals that we are. A key component of our project is a monthly hiking trip to better …

Welcome to the Social Lounge! We are an inclusive group for lesbian, bisexual, gay, and transgender. We are diverse in ages, gender & ethnicity. This group will meet a few times a month. Whether it is a dinner, bbq's, literary night or a hike. We try to be eclectic with the events we choose, so everyone may have an opportunity to attend a meetup that is interesting for them. Additionally, a photo of yourself is requested, however we also understand your need for privacy or "not being out" and a …

It's almost summer and it's time to get outside and play some volleyball and meet some new Oakland people. All-inclusive LGBTA and queer and questioning group for casual, fun non-competitive volleyball. But just because it's non-competitive doesn't mean that if you're a more seasoned player you can't join in too. This league is open to all ability levels and people looking to expand their social circle and enjoy something active outside.

I hope to have meet ups that are geared towards people who want to explore new nightlife and laid back activities alike. If you are questioning, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or LGBTQ friendly in your 20's or 30's this is the group for you!!! We do require a yearly membership fee. This goes towards the monthly fee that Meetup.com charges me to have this group. The fee can be paid after your first meet up, if you feel like you want to continue with the group. No shows are not nice :( You ar …

This group is meant to be a meaningful, radical gathering of people who relate to the word, "androgynous."  Whether you identify as queer, gay, bisexual, third gender, lesbian, straight, transgender, two-spirit, pansexual... if you don't have a name for yourself at all, and you like it that way! We are a fraternity and a sorority all at once, and we acknowledge all who cross our paths. If you've always yearned for a non-judgmental outlet to explore masculinity, femininity and everything else in …

Organizing a Lesbian Meet-up Group for my home town sounded like a wonderful opportunity. I'm hoping this group will develop into a engaging way to meet and network with "like-minded ladies" Any women and her friends that identifies as or with the lesbian community and wants to make new friends or create new relationships should join. I would like this group to become a safe, fun, space for women from the Bay Area.

A casual group for guys who like games and gaming of all sorts. Board games, card games, video games, RPGs, etc. Hopefully a place to gather like-minded individuals and game.

Have you been shut out or shut down by your family, church or friends because gay or trans? Are you a person of faith who can't figure out a way to reconcile your spirituality with your sexuality? Rev. Willow Scott of Healing Heart Ministries is here to help. Come join us for lively discussions about how we can be productive, healthy, happy and faithful gay or trans individuals. Healing Heart Minstries wants you to know that you are a cherished member of the human family, and that God created yo …

Hi there - and Welcome to our Meetup group! My name is Rick Haffner... a long-time South Bay, professional actor, director, vocalist and clown. LIVE Theatre is my passion! I earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in Acting & Directing many years ago and enjoy sharing my knowledge of theatre history, literature, and any "insider information" I may know, with others. Join us and Meetup with other FUN guys of all ages in the South Bay and the greater SF Bay Area who enjoy LIVE theatre! Let's share som …

RainbowRec is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization that provides a healthy, activities-oriented environment that promotes camaraderie, adventure, and physical fitness among gay men, women, and their friends in the San Francisco / South Bay area. With over three hundred members and a lavish offering of activities each month, were sure to have something for you. So please take a moment to explore our website (www.rainbowrec.org) and our facebook page learn more of what we're about. Come see …

We know you're out there! This is a group for socializing, eating, business networking, informal discussion, walking, field trips to gay events, and of course, more eating - in the East Bay. We have all been to events in the city - what we are attempting to do is to create a social group closer to home - out here in the 'burbs.

This group is, in fact, closed at the moment. Book discussions are best with 10-15 people, so we need to cap the number of members in the group. When space becomes available, the website will invite new members to apply. WHO WE ARE We are lesbian/bisexual women in our late 30s to early 50s who love to read, discuss books, cook/enjoy good food, and socialize. We are friendly, intelligent, and respectful of different points of view. Since this is the kind of group that requires advanced plannin …

East Bay LGBTQQ Fun Group rocks! We're all about making amazing friends, doing awesome, queer-centric stuff in the Bay Area, exploring and having fun! Come one, come all, if you're a member, friend or ally of the LGBTQQ community! Our mission is to find queer-friendly stuff to do that's relatively close to public transit. Ideas include, but are not limited to, restaurants, festivals, music shows, comedy, volunteering, museums, hiking/camping/backpacking, dance parties, clubs, sports, game nights …

A dance group for lesbians (and those who love them) who dance or want to learn to dance to Latin music -- Salsa, Rhumba, Cha Cha, Merengue and more!!!!!!!!!!!

This is a group for anyone LGBT (or straight) wanting to meet friends and socialize. We are a lesbian couple in our mid 20's:) will have cooking/dining nights, hikes, board game nights (adult board games!), go on adventures (paddle boarding etc) .... we have 3 fur children (dogs) so must like or have dogs of your own!

This is a group for Bay Area professional lesbians and their friends. It's one part fun get togethers, one part networking (which can be fun too) and one part whatever we make of it together.

Homoto is a queer and queer-friendly motorcycle club based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We have chapters in San Francisco and San Jose. Our rides are sport-focused with an emphasis on safety and camraderie. All two wheeled machines are welcome however. For more info: ride (at) homoto.us.  Please mention interest in the San Jose Chapter Or visit the club online at http://sanjose.homoto.us/

We are a regional, special interest, chamber of commerce dedicated to advancing equality of every being. Our organization advocates for LGBT and LGBT-friendly businesses and individuals of the San Francisco Peninsula and promotes the building of strong business and personal relationships through bi-weekly Leads Exchange Groups (LEG) and regular social events.

A Meditation and Mindfulness group for the LGBT Community in the Silicon Valley / San Jose Area. Classes in Meditation, Mindfulness and Mysticism... Weekly discussion topics and meditations.

Artemis Volunteers: A community service organization for lesbians, bisexual women, and their supporters. Bring your friends, family or co-workers. It's a fun way to meet new people while giving something back! We make volunteering easy with no long term commitment; sign-up for only those projects that interest you and fit your schedule. Most projects have been in the San Francisco Bay Area. But, we are happy to help leaders organize a project anywhere. Artemis's Goal: To encourage community se …

A social group for lesbians who came out Late in Life; after age 30. Some will have come from hetero relationships, and/or have kids. Some will have been closeted for many years. Some are not out at all, but are ready to begin the conversation and be with a welcoming community. Some will have other life stories, and all are welcome.

This group is tailor-made for dog-owning queers in the East Bay! We will meet at dog parks, go for hikes with our pups, and get together for other social activities where doggies are always welcome! Please note: I'm fairly new to the area, so suggestions for meetup locations are MUCH appreciated!

Transfiguration Old Catholic Church is a progressive and radically inclusive Catholic Community. We are fully catholic in all be believe and in our worship but we are not constrained by the ultra conservative beliefs of Rome. We embrace everyone for who they are. We do not discriminate based on sexual orientation or identity. You are welcome without regards to your marital status. We respects a woman right to reproductive freedom. We practice Open Communion and all baptized Christians are welcom …

Being an effective parent can be difficult, and having the relationship with your children that you desire can be a challenge. This can be especially difficult when your children "misbehave" as you are trying to balance other demands and pressures in your life. The Parents Wisdom Network is a growing community of supportive parents who want to get in touch with their higher selves to become the best parents they can be....living happy and stress-free lives to better connect with their children a …

Are you a queer woman looking to thrive in your thirties, or flourish in your forties? Want to meet new friends, but tired of run-of-the-mill lesbian brunches? Stuck in a rut? Want to get up off your arse and go do something less boring instead? Join us for fun, diverse activities that will leave us with lots to talk about over lunch. Come and bond with new friends on a mini bay area excursion. Ever wanted to try indoor skydiving, go-kart racing, or kayaking? What’s that you say – you don’t want …

Do you wish you had people to go to happy hours with? Are you ever with people at happy hour and wish it was a group outing? Do you want to do Sunday Fundays by Lake Merritt? Do you want to meet queer womyn in the Oakland area? Then join us!

================================== THREE Silicon Valley Gayme Nights Every Week!!! ================================== There are THREE gayme nights (where board games and card games are played in an LGBT-friendly environment) in Silicon Valley EACH WEEK that you can go to. They are held every Thursday in Sunnyvale, every Friday in San Jose, and every Sunday in Los Altos. Hopefully one of those times and locations will work for you. ______________________________________________________________ …