This is a group site to help promote educational and social opportunities for folks in the north Florida area. All are welcome to participate and help connect with others in the north Florida region. Sharing info and classes that are specific to our particular region is a major focus. Also connecting with each other and sharing interests with a possible monthly potluck. This could be coordinated with speakers and topics of common interests or even a movie night. First and foremost it is a site t …

Provocative yet non-violent actions to STOP Global Warming! Street theater and hunger strikes at political conventions, flash mobs, vivid boycotts of irresponsible corporations, funny social media and party themes are on the agenda. Our mission - force political leaders to address Climate Change NOW! Raging heat, dying crops, and an election year...this may be our last, BEST chance to save our eco- systems that keep us all alive. Industry titans willfully ignore every warning sign and wager ever …

FNFCG was formed in response to a demand for greater cohesion within the community gardens of Northeast Florida. The number of community gardens in Northeast Florida continues to increase, with gardens being started all over, from schools and churches to private businesses and correctional facilities. The opportunity for community gardens to share resources, apply collectively for funding opportunities and communicate collectively with local government increases the efficiency, resiliency and s …

I decided to start this group because I know that there is a group of people here in Jacksonville.. in the nooks and crannies... planting their home gardens... catching water from their roofs... using grey water... planting in guilds.... I want to know you!.. I have a PDC from Hawaii 2001 and have worked on farms since then. My home is becoming a model of what I have learned. I have a lot to share - and I'm sure I can learn a lot from others experiences.  -Val Hermann There are now several of us …

A Chapter of Audubon of Florida and National Audubon Society est. 1961, WVAS is committed to ongoing stewardship and enjoyment of the natural world. Membership meetings are open to the public. Chapter meets every fourth Tuesday, Sept thru April (except December) at the Garden Club of Deland, South Alabama Avenue (the south end of Earl Brown park in Deland). 6:30pm Mix and mingle 7:00pm Brief meeting and program Refreshments afterward. Wheelchair accessible, parking in rear. WE SUPPORT: Adopt-A- …

The Friends of Lyonia Environmental Center is a West Volusia Audubon Project to support the Center.

Karma Yogis get off the yoga mat to serve the community, local or global. The service is done for altruistic purposes and not for individual gain, although karma yogis often find joy in the practice. The service is done on behalf of the community and for the betterment of the community. We call this work Seva or selfless service. The service is given to those who can not give back. The service is given at the right time and place, to a worthy individual or group. Karma Yogis develop a deep sense …

If you love to cook, eat and just generally enjoy good food in the company of good people, then this is the group for you. We indulge in a wide variety of culinary adventures from potlucks to evenings in different countries, outings to food festivals and farmers markets, and various cooking classes in which we learn new methods of making things. While exploring and creating amazing food, we want to focus on local and sustainable ingredients as well. Most events will have a fee associated with th …

Peaceful Living Productions is laying it's roots in the Jacksonville community! We will be offering live events - from personal growth workshops, classes and seminars to large-scale expos and conferences - all designed to inspire, empower and educate you! We will be opening the doors to our community event space in Avondale this coming March. We will be offering classes such as Guided Meditation, Ecstatic Dance, Yoga, Holistic Health Education Seminars (nutrition, lifestyle choices, healthy weig …

Jacksonville has some incredible independently employed and working from home professionals. We are starting up coworking here in Jacksonville to connect those people to one another. --- A definition of coworking from the semi-official coworking wiki (http://wiki.coworking.info/): Coworking n. (koh wur king) a cafe-like community collaboration space for developers, writers and independents. Or, its like this: start with a shared office and add cafe culture. Which is the opposite of most mod …

May 15, 7:00 pm, Ronnies Wings in Orange Park on Loch Rane This is to be a casual organizing meeting in preparation for the May 25 "March against Monsanto-Orange Park" event. The purpose of the March is to raise awareness of GMO issues of health and environmental impact and to the cozy, protected and subsidized status the Monsanto corporation enjoys with the United States government. What I need are people willing to work with me for the purpose of raising awareness, both for this particular ev …

If you would like to meet and socialize with others who have a genuine desire to promote a culture of peace here where you live and in the surrounding area won’t you join us ? If you are for the end of war and for the peaceful resolution of all conflict won’t you join us ? If you believe you can make a difference in achieving peace on this planet by engaging in daily acts of civility and kindness towards others, particularly the victims of violence, won’t you join us ? If you are against land …

Meet other local members of the Progressive Democrats of America (PDA). PDA is a group formed in 2004 that works inside and outside the Democratic Party to bring about peace, justice and environmental sustainability. Our PDA Chapter will organize in working groups supporting the PDA national priorities and help elect Progressives in office. Learn more at http://www.pdacommunity.org/issues/pda-issues.

Grow a garden, share your bounty. Post your surpluses and barter with other members. You can trade, sell, or buy plants, seeds, herbs & produce as well as canned, juiced, & dehydrated goods. The beauty is you own what you care for and decide what to do with the harvest, even donate it to the less fortunate. Are you a seasoned professional? Share your tips & tricks! We prefer organic in order to be free of harmful chemicals and toxins. We encourage heirlooms so we can continue to grow our investm …

This meetup group is being sponsored by The Permaculture Guild for Permaculture Activists and and related professionals in Alachua County, FL. Stay tuned for further details.

We gather socially to exercise and nurture one another towards total wellness.  Special interests are eco-friendly products and services, personal adjustment for happiness, financial peace, physical fitness, and environmental detoxifying.  We network throughout Alachua County gathering like-minded friends who wish to practice life on a more spiritually fulfilling path.

Welcome to Basegroup The Lake County Basegroup meets once a month formally, with field trips and activities throughout. It is our desire to have a Basegroup in all Florida Counties. We are a group that are preparing for the worst while hoping for the best. We also recognize that in today’s society, it is not possible for a single family to defend and protect that which is theirs should a TEOTWAWKI event occur. When that event occurs, it is our goal is to survive as a community , and defend and …