A place to network and learn from other 20 and 30-something bi/lesbian/queer/trans professionals in New York City. (Ages 20-39) This multicultural group is targeted at career-focused professionals from all different fields.  We host fun, social activities and networking events for lesbian professionals. Does it ever seem like you're the only working professional in your group of artist/student/non-profit/academic lesbian friends? Are you looking for advice on navigating Wall Street? Thinking a …

Make new friends while sharing a great meal with friendly NYC gay men. Welcome to an outgoing and friendly group of professional NYC gay men who enjoy meeting men while sharing a meal. We welcome men of all ages and from all walks of life. You might be interested in meeting some friendly NYC gay men in a no pressure social atmosphere. going somewhere  more suited to conversation than bars trying out interesting places that you might not go on your own. You're welcome here whether you enjoy di …

This is a group for Russian-Speaking American LGBTQ individuals, and for progressive people everywhere who identify and support Russian-Speaking LGBTQ culture and heritage. We welcome everyone who has ties to the Russian-Speaking LGBTQ community to join our group and support our cause. Let's celebrate our identity and fight for diversity, social justice, human and civil rights for LGBTQ people everywhere we live. Let’s join together in creating a social network and community united by common cu …

"Out With The Gay Girls" has shifted its focus from after work wine bar meetups to a wider range of activities that I believe a broad base of lesbians might be interested in.  Yes, some activities will be out at a club, but we will also revisit the wine bar scene, as well as adding some outdoor activities, concerts, art exhibitions, performance art, poetry slams, meetups at big events like pride or outdoors festivals.  I will look for interesting activities to touch on everyone's interests.  I h …

With a new year, starts a new g.o.g.o. As the new g.o.g.o. organizer and a small business owner myself; I am looking forward to a new and awesome 2013. GO...GO [Gay-Owned Gay-Operated] is a diversified group Gay and Lesbian Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners, Freelancers and Consultants. We gather at meet-ups to strategize, network and develop ideas in support of each other and our business goals. Be on the look –out for some upcoming meet-ups. Please share your ideas and initiate a meet up wi …

Created for socially confident, quality, gay city-dwelling singles 25-48, we offer a unique online dating service with "niche" speed dating & singles events "themed" around people’s dating "deal breakers" – think: height requirements, political views, hair color, professions, hobbies and more. While chemistry can be unpredictable; it’s usually instant making our singles events perfect for busy New Yorkers. We recruit men in a variety of fields (finance, marketing, education, etc.) to ensure a di …

Sign up and discover the world of the passionate, sensual, exotic Argentine Tango danced among same-sex couples. Through this group you will find out about all the exciting new events we have including classes, shows, parties, and dances. The Strictly Tango NYC is presenting all levels classes for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender community and their friends. These are “open role” classes, where people can enjoy dancing tango without traditional fixed roles according to the dancer’s g …

Williamsburg and the surrounding neighborhoods have been expanding with artists, hipsters, eclectic people of all sorts and a fairly large gay community. Williamsburg is a haven for culture and diversity and a great central point for nearby neighborhoods of Greenpoint, Bushwick, and Long Island City, to name a few....all communities joined by Queens and Brooklyn's very own "G" train!  We're fortunate to live in or take part in one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in NYC.  This group incorporate …

Hello, we are close to launching an exciting new meetup community organization covering a wide range of events for the Gay community! Please see below....... We will be looking for: - New members to start joining so we can inform you of our launch date and when events will be available. - An Assistant Organizer in charge of all the variety of events. This is a paid position. - Partnerships with current groups offering various goods and services. - Sponsors to help us provide great deals and …

S.W.A.G., Sophisticated Women with Alternative Goals is a group created for professional and classy lesbians, bisexual women and their friends. S.W.A.G. Enterprises, created by Shaun Jackson and her dedicated team will cater to women who are truly drama and envy free. S.W.A.G. also stands for swagger which is how one presents him or herself to the world, it shows in the way you conduct yourself and handle situations, the confidence, class and sophistication exudes from your every move, its unden …

Join us to discover the city and its surroundings. One time it will be the historic cities of the Hudson, the next it will be the wines of the Long Island Fork. On bike, by train, in a car, we pledge to uncover hidden places and cover the more obvious ones. We are committed to learn more about the city and beyond, enjoy ourselves, make friends and have fun. Based on membership and interest, we welcome others to offer events in the same spirit. Gay men, their kids, and their straight friends and …

Out Professionals is the nation's leading LGBT social and business networking organization, founded in 1983. We host events where members make connections and sharpen strategies. With a diverse membership of entrepreneurs, self-employed professionals and corporate executives, Out Professionals hosts panels, celebrity interviews, workshops on business, and personal growth, and informal seminars with leaders in pop culture, commerce, and academia. With close to 1,000 members, Out Professionals is …

A social badminton club for the LGBT community and friends. Gay and straight both welcome. The goal is to mix a bit of sports with a bit of socializing. Have been a member of a gay badminton club in London and it's a great way to meet people and have some fun. All levels welcome from beginners up.

Whether you have high end photography equipment and years of experience taking pictures, or just use your smartphone for casual shots, this group is for you if you like to take pictures, have them looked at, and enjoy getting feedback about your work in a gay-friendly setting. We'll have local and away picture-taking outings and trips, look at each other's work, go to photo exhibits, learn about technique and equipment, and do anything else related to unloosing the photographer and photo aficion …

20SOMETHING is a social events organization for young lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in New York City, aged 18 to 33. We meet regularly every last Thursday of each month at 8pm at the LGBT Community Center (208 West 13th Street, [gaycenter.org]). The purpose of our biweekly meetings is to socialize and to discuss topics relevant to people in and around their 20s. Meeting topics range from light to serious. We also have other activities at our meetings, such as ice-breakers and ga …

Are you a queer woman and a buddhist practitioner, or interested in buddhism and meditation? Are you looking for friends and community? QueerDharma Women is a group for queer, bi, trans, gay, lesbian women who are buddhist practitioners, or are interested in meditation and buddhism. Find out about our events and sign up!  We gather for meditation, teachings, films, outings, and to make friends and socialize. Background: This group originated in New York City with the women who attend the QueerDh …

The group is for everyone that enjoys classical music and dance in all varieties -- and the rich depth of performances offered in the greatest city in the world -- New York.

New York City is home to nearly 10 million people, yet it has a reputation of being one of the most isolating places on Earth. That goes double for gay men -- triple for young gay men of color. That's why we started this group, to create a place where black and latino gay men in their 20s and 30s can meet, socialize, and make long-lasting connections that are otherwise hard as hell to come across. So whether you're a self-professed geek, social butterfly, intellectual, or just new to the city, t …

The goal of this meetup group is to provide a forum of support for gay men suffering from shyness and social anxiety. Social anxiety can manifest itself in our lives in a range of different ways. From a seemingly harmless shyness around others to the panic and fear of agoraphobia, social anxiety's impact on our lives runs the full spectrum. First off, I think sharing our stories amongst each other will help us learn that we are not alone. Second, I think developing a support system can be a c …

This is an upcoming and exclusive NYC social network for LGBT and gay friendly parents along with their children.

Business & Social Gay Men's Club. Monthly gatherings bring together affluent and success minded singles for sharing of ideas, tasteful music and a great time.

This is a group for gay international men and their friends. All homosexual men born and raised outside the USA, or born in the USA with a love of foreign langauges, films, cultures, music, food and traditions are welcome. I decided to start this group after checking out a Straight International Happy Hour through MeetUp and decided that we gay men need our own. I'm sure that this group will take on a life of its own once it gets started, but some topics that we could discuss include, but are …

This is a group for LGBT nonprofit finance professionals. After 20 years of working with nonprofits I have found that the finance departments are staffed with members of the LGBT community. I have longed for a way to connect with them for networking opportunities, socializing, coaching and support. And a good dose of socializing as well.

The Times Squares Square Dance Club is the largest LGBT-and-Friends social square Dance Club in the country.  We provide educational, social and recreational opportunities through Modern Western Square Dancing in a gay environment. As NYC's only LGBT-and-Friends Social Square Dance Club, we are a diverse group of men and women, gay and straight of all ages who enjoy the fun and benefits of square dancing. We teach and offer dance opportunities from Mainstream through Challenge 2 as defined by Ca …

Want to laugh with a few Lezzies? This group is intended purely for the sole purpose of fun. It's a group of carefree, open, beautiful women (yes, that's you!) who want to get together and paint the town in rainbows. Join us, kick back, make some friends, and create a network of like-minded women who enjoy being awesome.

Recently started in 2012, Gays In Advertising is working to bring together New York City’s up-and-coming media professionals, from publishers to agencies to clients, to learn, network, and grow in our specialized crafts within communications and media. Our organization strives to become an outlet for those seeking LGBT networking opportunities and resources within the media industry by hosting a variety of discussions, events, and panels with fellow professionals and top LGBT leaders within the …

Fresh Fruit Festival presents themed monthly mix-and-mingle networking events for LGBTQ artists and supporters every 3rd Thursday of the month at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe in the Lower East Side from 7pm-9pm. A brief artistic presentation by our notable invited guests is followed by a lively, candid moderated panel discussion between the artists and audience. 1/2 priced drinks for the first half-hour. $10 cover. Great company. Great cocktails. Great connections.

*Attention all Lesbians in the NYC/North Jersey area!* Are you ready for quality lesbian events tailored to provide a dynamic, fabulous experience?! Dr. Frankie, founder of Little Gay Book and Melissa are bringing you social experiences that will leave you wanting MORE! This is a group for women interested in meeting new women in the lesbian and bisexual communities. Our events will focus on singles, couples, women interested in making new friends, and business networking, All lesbian women, bis …