My friend Nina created this group on February 23, 2009.  I joined on July 16, 2009, and became the organizer on July 4, 2012, when Nina stepped down due to an upcoming move to Florida.  Nina, we'll forever be in your debt for getting this group off the ground! From the beginning this group has been different than other Meetup Groups I belong to (and have belonged to).  How are we different?  Let me cover a few ways. We usually meet in members homes. Most Meetup groups that I'm aware of usually h …

Connecting Northern Westchester, Fairfield and Putnam Counties in Green and Organic Educational Events, Potlucks and Networking for people interested in: organic lifestyle sustainable living green building alternative energy Do-It-Yourself natural health the power of social media to promote our message! Join, check it out, meet real people, eat well, find other like-minded locals. It's really about building support, making friends, keeping in touch, helping each other. That's what MEET …

Find a Green Job Meetup Group is designed to help people find green job networking events to help them either find a green job, find out about green job training and/or to transition into a sustainable lifestyle. Anyone who is interested in sustainability should join this group.

This group is dedicated to living sustainable lives and making conscious decisions every day to improve the quality of health and wellness for individuals, communities and the planet.

Stamford, CT — This Wednesday, October 28, Rolf Maurer addresses the environmentally conscious crowd at Stamford Green Drinks. Stamford Green Drinks meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at the Stamford Marriott and provides an opportunity to discuss sustainability and environmental issues in a friendly and casual setting. This Wednesday, Rolf Maurer, Green party candidate for Mayor, will be the featured speaker. A former Associate Editor with Folio: magazine, Rolf Maurer has collectivel …

Sustainable living practices, holistic health, environmentalism, organic gardening,

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011 The Shack, Hometown Grill 2070 Post Road Fairfield, CT 6:00pm-8:00pm Everyone welcome! No charge to attend!!Complimentary E Magazines Receive Free Business Listing on GreenTowns Fairfield Green Drinks presents: GreenTowns Campaign for Sustainable Communities(Read more about the campaign here) Share your green initiative with others Join your town page and receive a complimentary business profile Connect around green efforts Learn how we can hasten sustainability eff …

Jeffrey P. Dziob, 38, of Bristol, beloved husband of Melissa (Amenta) Dziob, died from injuries sustained from an accident in Bristol on Sunday, December 27, 2009. Jeffrey was born in Hartford on December 5, 1971 and was a son of Sharon (Palmer) Dziob Young and her husband Gary of Cave Creek, AZ and the late Edward Dziob. He grew up in Southington where he was a graduate of Southington High School in 1990 and Central Connecticut State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in 2005. He moved to Bris …

The Visionary Thinkers Meet-Up was created for all those who view learning as a life-long mission. It was formed with the vision of bringing diverse groups of people together to explore cutting edge ideas that advance our community and culture. By embracing new and creative approaches to living in the 21st century, this group serves as a forum for innovation and self-transformation. Visionary Thinkers in Connecticut is open to anyone who would like to discover, exchange, and develop new ideas t …

This group is organized by Heather Flournoy and Christopher Roberts of Really Social Strategies, a social media consulting company. We love to get the people behind the social media profiles together in real life for fun and learning and to encourage people learning their way. Meetup is an awesome way to organize, share location of gatherings, and share information. Business owners, social media curious, authors, artists and activists should join. Heather already runs a great meetup group, Kato …

This group is a forum to share knowledge and discover the joys and benefits of eating whole, nutrient-dense foods made the way nature intended. Learn about the Nourishing Traditions and Weston A. Price methods of nourishing the mind and body through real, whole, traditional foods and an omnivorous diet. What are traditional foods? Traditional foods include organic fruits and vegetables, high quality fats (butter, ghee, coconut oil, etc) grass-fed and pastured meats, free-range eggs, organic dai …

Economic hard times are coming: Let's get ready! We may not be able to stop job losses, bankrupt city & state budgets, cutbacks in essential government services, bank failures, worldwide economic collapse, civil unrest, power grid failures, increased severe weather occurrences or other natural and man-made disasters but we can have a back-up plan! The purpose of our group is to get people together to learn and practice basic and advanced survival skills, gardening, foraging, alternative energy …

Being Single is a golden opportunity to prepare for the life and relationship that you really want!  But what does that mean?  How does one prepare?  I formed this group to offer meetings, discussion groups and social events where Singles can meet AND learn the keys to choosing and sustaining a loving relationship - in today's world.  If you are Single - divorced, widowed or never married, you will feel informed, supported, and hopeful!  Please visit my website to learn more at http://www.Rich-R …

High brow, low brow arts and culture. Whether we visit & experience vicariously, or create it ourselves. Dining experiences involving Real Food -- not processed -- (out at some place, or perhaps we will even meet and cook our own Real Food). Hikes undertaken at leisure, so we can see scenery without racing through it. Geographic location will include upper Fairfield County and probably all of Litchfield County. Some events should simply be just healthy crazy FUN. Because getting crazy is definit …

In an area where many people hire others to do their gardening, this is a group that brings people who like to get their hands in the soil together. Come meet others who are crazy enough to grow vegetables and flowers despite bugs, deer and shade. This is not a tea party garden club, but a hands-on group of folks who want to learn from one another. All levels are welcome- if you grow things in your yard, or in containers on your deck- or even if you just want to know how, join us!

Survival, Preparedness, and Sustainable Living Organization for Connecticut.

Beekeeping is quickly growing on Shelter Island, and we thought it would be helpful to get together from time to time. This Group will be a place to share ideas, contact one another for tips and support, and be a "go to" group when there is a swarm to rescue. We also welcome members who are thinking about getting hives and want to talk to other beekeepers on the Island.

Looking for parent(s)/families with elementary kid(s) that want to meet to play frisbee, volleyball, hike, etc., at various skill levels. Other meet-ups might include community service, museums, and special events. Some events may require a fee or travel, but there isn't any organizing fee. Of course, with kids the focus is on fun, good sportsmanship (& language!), and supporting families. It would be nice to see people of different levels playing baseball together in a way which respects everyo …

The CT Solar - Power of the Sun Group is for people of all ages that are interested in Solar Power and what the possibilities are. The sun rises everyday. How can we capture and use that free power. Can we become more self sufficient and how can we do that? From Charging your AAA batteries, running a fountain, charging your laptop, keep your motorcycle battery charged all winter or heat your hot water. Bring your project ideas of any size, enlighten others and learn more!

This group is for anyone interested in Healthier People on a Healthier Planet! This is NOT your usual Chamber of Commerce, we are an associated chapter of the National Holistic Chamber of Commerce and we are dedicated to Health, Lifestyle and Business TRAINING. As a member of the CT HCC, our meetings will consist of Key Speakers, Business Leaders and Consultants as well as other members of the Holistic Community that have started and maintained profitable, sustainable businesses. The knowledge a …

The purpose of this group is to provide training in emotional healing, leadership and communication skills for the community of Newtown CT. Our mission is to create a long-term, sustainable, community driven healing process that will reach every member of our community.  We are doing this by training parents, teachers, mental health professionals, first responders and community leaders.  By teaching these skills to people who are already influencing others, we expect to create lasting and meanin …

My intention is to build a network of passionate individuals that will work together toward building a wildlife sanctuary, permaculture garden and sculpture park in the New England area. This is a long-term idea looking to build itself from the ground up. Many different educations, talents, skills and values are needed to plan and launch such a project, so all are welcome to try this group out and become involved.  -Allie

This is a group for like minded WOMEN that want to loose weight and/or maintain weight loss. We will trade recipes, share tips and tricks in the kitchen, talk fitness and exercise fads, talk about emotional eating, discuss the latest in cutting edge scientific nutrition theory. We will support each other and hold each other accountable when we have trouble holding ourselves accountable. My father always said "if you want to be successful in life surround yourself with other successful people". I …

Living in the east end of Long Island, we are a community of farmers , fishermen, locals , artists and weekenders --surrounded by incredible natural beauty. Now is the time to bring all those together who seek a more healthier , more sustainable lifestyle. Weather you are a vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian or even flexatarian--- let's meetup and share our love of great food with new friends in our beautiful community.

This group is for people who believe that each of us has the wisdom and power within us to make our life be what we envision it to be. We'll use this group community as an alliance, a partnership, a process of inquiry that empowers us to reconnect with own own inner wisdom, to find our own answers, and to rediscover those powerful moments of choice out of which lasting joy grows. Most of all, we'll have fun as we reaffirm what we already know...That we are all whole beings with whole lives and t …

I am a Mom who wants to offer her services to those who are considering Cloth Diapers as an option for their little ones. If you've thought about going this route but aren't sure how, then join! I will schedule meet-ups as interest arises and teach you everything you need to know. My goal is to assist families in making the decisions that are right for them and to offer the support they need to make their cloth diapering experiences successful and enjoyable. Already CDing? Join to offer encourag …

This group is a chance for people in the area to talk about what they are growing, share resources, and possibly share plants and seeds.

Hello! My name is Dawn Mckenna and I'm hosting this meetup to support slow food with the hope that more people will take the time to enjoy life and fellowship over food. Slow food is a reaction to a fast food lifestyle predominant in today's culture. it's about more than food; it's about connecting to the wider social, environmental and spiritual elements around us. The most important thing, in my opinion, about the movement is that good food and atmosphere bring people together - family, friend …