We are an outdoors group primarily intended for a) enjoyment of the outdoors, although our activities are not limited to the outdoors; and b) a way for men to socialize, as an alternative to the bars and the internet. We offer hiking, biking, camping, rafting, canoeing, tubing, inline skating, and skiing trips. We encourage our members to become trip leaders. We hope to offer events that are relaxing to challenging. Please suggest trips. We will accommodate your interests. We also will be offeri …

This is a GLBT- and straight-friendly group of bridge players who meet every other Monday night for dinner, socializing and a few hands of bridge. We are non-competitive players, so none of this cut-throat, pounding on the table and hollering for the director, duplicate-style playing. Just some friendly, Chicago-style bridge. Like you played in your grandma's kitchen, but a little more grown-up than that. We are always willing to teach new players the basics. Really, little more than a knowledge …

Women of Color is a discussion/social group for lesbian, bisexual, and queer women of color from ages 20 on up. We meet face-to-face every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Thursday of each month at the GLCCB. (Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Baltimore) The group is one of the longest tenured group at the center. We've been around since 1989. Our mission is to provide a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment where women in the life can come and talk about whatever is on their mind. Our topics range from c …

OUTgirlz of Central Maryland is a social group for lesbian women aged 21 and over who are looking to network and foster new friendships. We are based in Howard County, Maryland, however, our events are not limited to the Howard County area. We host events throughout Maryland as well as in DC and Nothern Virginia. Our goals are to create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for our members and to build a community of diverse, positive, and supportive women. OUTgirlz is not intended to be a "dat …

IMPERFECTLY PERFECT PAIRS - Doing What You Love with other Couples In Love Imperfectly Perfect Pairs is a volunteer social group for lesbian and gay couples from all walks of life. This group provides an opportunity for lesbian and gay couples to meet other couples through social activities. Are you in a loving and committed long-term relationship and want to socialize with the like???  Imperfectly Perfect Pairs is the meetup group for you!  Beyond the club scene, there is a need for validating …

In a country where the LGBT community is often over looked or harshly judged and compared to the social norms of society, it seems our community has but a small footprint in a large world. Our most powerful ally is forming a supportive relationship with other positive LGBT members and gaining the assistance of the entire community to keep our relationships and families healthy and strong. Positive Women Making Positive Choices will provide our community with stability, opportunities to foster a …

I'm setting this up initially for those of us who are experienced hikers and looking to do longer hikes with other like-minded LGBT folks. There are some great regular hiking groups, but none for gays and lesbians to do 10+ mile hikes and backpacking trips in a social setting. I'd love other people to lead hikes. Here are some great resources to find local hikes. http://midatlantichikes.com/ http://www.hikingupward.com www.Localhikes.com Check other meetup.com groups. If you're new to hiking, I …

Are you a member of the LGBTQ community who believes a person can be "Good without God"? Would you like to help build an LGBTQ community in Baltimore that values reason and compassion without regard to belief in the supernatural? We are the Baltimore Chapter of the LGBT Humanist Council (http://lgbthumanists.org/), a project of the American Humanist Association.  The LGBTQ Humanist Council of Baltimore is a forum for LGBTQ humanists from around the region to exchange ideas on local organizing, f …

POSITIVE DMV LESBIANS has two community connections to our organization, the couples/family outreach connection and the singles outreach connection. The opportunity to hang out with other positive singles can provide a beacon in our life. SINGLED OUT will focus on positive community service opportunities outings and fellowship opportunities for the Single LGBT woman. The SINGLED OUT side of Positive DMV Lesbians is not geared towards "hooking people up" or trying to "find a mate" We are strictly …

I established this group, with a focus on Inclusion rather than Exclusion. Our purpose would be to bring LGBT Professionals in the Baltimore area , together for socializing, networking, host discussions (Speakers etc) and or dating, with like minded professionals; locally rather than or in addition to, travelling to DC or Philly. The group is open to LGBT Professionals, in the Greater Baltimore Area. All members are Open without a membership fee to post scheduled or impromptu MeetUps and announc …

Charm City Country Crew (CCCC) refers to a Country Western subculture of the LGBT community and our allies. Many of us may identify ourselves as cowboys/girls, blue-collar workers, bears, twinks, jocks, farmers, firefighters, police officers, or anyone or everyone who may not identify with the party subculture often identified by those entrenched in the city nightlife. So what does it take to become a Charm City Country Crew member? If your visiting this site, you probably got what it takes. I …

MiGi Promotions is dedicated to bringing young professionals and GenX events and gatherings that are catered to our eclectic and embracing lifestyles. MiGi founders and friends are a group of professional GenXers who focus on elements that bring us together rather than keep us apart. From LGBTQ to aliens; from nerds to geeks; from leaders to followers; from society to culture; from BabyBoomers to Generation Y; we are the bridge that closes the gap between all humans who Think they are a minority …

SGI-USA Baltimore Two-Spirits Group is a fellowship Nichiren Buddhists who identify as LGBT and our allies. We meet monthly to discuss how to apply Buddhist principles in everyday life and our communities at our local Baltimore Community Center as well as participate in interfaith events throughout the region. The purpose of our group is to promote peace, culture, and education in our homes and communities. All meetings are open to the general public, unless otherwise noted.

Interested in meeting some cool nerds? That depends on who you define as a nerd, you may ask. You also may wonder who is welcome in the Geeks and Gaymers (spelling intentional) group. While my intention is to create a more LGBT-inclined group of friends, straight allies are very welcome as well. Nerds? Anyone who enjoys any or many of a plethora of interests, including but not limited to: Board Games, Science Fiction (Books, Films, TV, etc), Fantasy (Books/Graphic Novels, Films, TV), Speculative …

This is meant to encourage people of color and people who enjoy meeting people of color who are of an open mind set to get together and meet, share thoughts and experiences, as well as learn from one another. This is in no way sexually based. However, the group it geared towards people who are open or interested in learning or involved in an open relationship.

This group is for meeting and socializing with other individuals and couples who are childfree by choice. Choosing to not have children is a valid lifestyle choice for many in today's world. Common themes for those who are childfree are things like: - Wanting the freedom to pursue careers or hobbies - Concerns of overpopulation - Wanting to concentrate on their relationship rather than a family - Economic benefits of not rearing children - "Insert your reason here" If this sounds like you, we kn …

If you are open to meeting other spiritually-centered singles, come and join us. This event is fun and comitted to bringing together people that are open to finding love and appreciating the GOD in all of us. This event is open to all orientations.

QBYC (Queer Baltimore Young Adult Coalition) is a monthly discussion & social action group dedicated to providing and forging queer spaces in Baltimore.  QBYC hopes to enrich and bring together the broader queer community through social engagement, providing queer young adults with an outlet to build their social circle and themselves, and through impactful actions and activities. We hope to accomplish this by: - Providing fun and exciting opportunities to meet new people  - To provide resources …