Proudly Sponsored by PFLAG Stepping Stones is a network of families embracing their children’s gender non-conformity in a kind and loving manner. Our support group focuses on providing a monthly meeting place for parents to connect with other families by sharing information and experiences. There are two groups; a parent’s discussion group which is sponsored by PFLAG FCA NYC, and a children’s playgroup which is sponsored by the member families. Monthly meetings are private to protect our young …

This group formed out of the desire to share the wonderful experiences of outdoor activities with the children and youth in our lives. Not only to enrich the lives of those younger than us; but to enrich our lives as caretakers as we re-experience the outdoor activities we love with those we love. The vast majority of outdoor groups do not organize kid/youth-suitable meetups but many folks have younger ones and would love to bring them. Some of us spend every weekend with theirs, others alterna …

If you are a parent raising a vegetarian or vegan child in NYC, please join! We have potlucks, pizza parties, picnics in the park and other get-togethers. Together, we create community events and activities for veg kids (and their parents!) to enjoy. All ideas are welcome. Please join us on facebook Also, "like" my website/blog focused on offering resources and tips for parents raising veg kids

Is your child learning Japanese at home? Are you a bilingual family? Let's make opportunities for our children to interact in Japanese with people outside our own families and experience Japanese as a living language. This is also a chance to meet other parents in your neighborhood! All members can plan a playdate or meetup that is convenient for your area, schedule, and age group. Meetups can be for mothers just simply having fun & good time with other moms. My family is in Ditmars, Astoria.  M …

Networking events designed for the single and multiple family office professionals in mind.

As director of a pediatric therapy clinic in Manhattan, I have committed to offering support to our community, through monthly seminars and providing information on updated news and events that impact the children and families we work with. Please visit us at www.ctdtherapy.com for further information

We are a group of young, energetic Jewish moms who want to meet other Jewish moms with infants, babies and/or toddlers up to 4 years old on the Upper West Side ( UWS ) of New York City (all moms living in New York City / NYC or surrounding areas are also welcome). This group will give you a way to network within the Jewish community on the Upper West Side and find fun events and activities (ie-Jewish Mommy and Me music and Baby Sign Language classes called Sing and Sign Spiritually with Simcha ( …

NYC LGBTQQ Parents is a social network of Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Transgender, Queer and Questioning parents, parents-to-be and those exploring parenthood options in NYC. Our aim is to build community on and offline: sharing parenting information, resources and providing opportunities for our children and ourselves to meet other LGBTQQ families, couples and singles in our area. Straight parents who are co-parenting with LGBTQQ parents are also welcome. Cheers to creating community!

We are the Freedom Biker Church with home offices in NC. We have families throughout the United States and Canada. We want to start a family in NYC !!! . We are a family of bikers for bikers that have a mission of providing a spiritual home for those that ride. Don't care where you've been, what you've done. We are a family of misfits ourselves who realize we cant make it without God or each other. We are about keeping it real, not sweating the smallstuff and loving each other. We ride and when …

We welcome adoptive and foster families, and prospective adoptive parents, who live in (or near) Jersey City or NYC. Members should feel free to post events. Spread the word! That said, we do not allow businesses of any type to join. This is not the place to promote your adoption agency, law firm or other business.

Thanks for checking out this meetup! I am the Mom of a 5 year old boy and have been looking to meet and connect with other GLBT families in Queens. I know there's a lot of us out there but finding a central place to connect, meet, share info and organize events has been a challenge. I thought it was time to finally bring our Queens families together so decided to start this meetup. If you are parents in a GLBT family and would like you and your kids to meet with other families in this wonderful …

CityKinder is a community for German speaking parents in the Tri-State area. We would like to give our members the opportunity to meet in your respective neighborhoods, organize family outings, moms nights etc and meet new people. Group is open to anyone in the Tri-State area who is German speaking parent or parent to be (native or 2nd language) who has a interest in German culture, language and community events. Also visit our website www.CityKinder.com or follow our activity blog for families …

Families Like Ours of Jersey City (FLOJC) is a social network of Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Transgender and Queer parents and parents-to-be in Jersey City, NJ. Our aim is to build community on and offline: sharing parenting information, resources and providing opportunities for our children and ourselves to meet other LGBTQ families in our area. Straight parents who are co-parenting with LGBTQ parents are also welcome. Cheers to creating community!

Moms need support from other moms (period). This meetup group is like a family. Mothers supporting other mothers in life, love, health, education, career and most important motherhood in a safe non judgmental group. The goal of The HotMylk Project is to unite moms in NYC, to improve themselves therefore improving their childrens' world. If you'd like to find interesting and fun play dates for your kids and meet interesting moms. YOU should JOIN!! This group is for Moms who live in the Brooklyn a …

This meetup is a way for IHadCancer.com members and all cancer Fighters, Survivors and their Supporters in NYC to connect and support one another offline. When you or someone you love is fighting cancer, family and friends might not be able to understand or relate to what you're going through. We started I Had Cancer to help those dealing with cancer find the people who could give them the most relevant support and advice. Now we want to meet our community, and connect them beyond the web. From …

The Russian Heritage Foundation was created in response to the increasing number of Russian-speaking families who are committed to maintaining and teaching their language and deep cultural heritage as they raise their young children in New York City. This group will offer solution to build the foundation for language fluency and mastery of both native and non-native Russians. Families will be immersed in the Russian heritage and culture of poetry, folklore, music, sport, ballet and theater. Russ …

Hello, parents or parents-to-be. Would you like to: * Meet with like-minded parents and fellow community members * Build social and health connections * Establish a supportive Community & Discussion Group * Nourish and expand your parenting options * Continue your personal growth to enable you to be the best parent you can be There are several fantastic play groups in Hoboken, which provide a very valuable resource for parents in town. But, where can you go to discuss the questions that arise ea …

Whether your children are with you full or only part time, not everyone has the time or experience to plan outdoor activities on their own. If you have children and are looking for a group experienced in planning outdoor activities and outdoor activities with children, then this is the group for you. The Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) believes that children should have the opportunity to get outdoors and develop strong connections to nature as a foundation in their personal growth and develo …

This is a group for Asian single parents and kids to get together for affordable activities in the Tri-State area. Activities such as visiting museums, zoos, amusement parks, camping, ice skating, fruits/vegetables picking, play dates, etc. The main focus of the group is to provide support and networking for Asian single parents for all ages. Why travel alone with kids when you can travel with a group of friends to share experiences and ideas on thriving as a single parent. Kids will have opport …

This group is for fabulous divas. This group was just started on August 7th 2012. Women with children are welcomed as I am a mother. There will be meet ups with and without children as I am big on family. All ideas are welcomed. All ladies who know they are divas or want to reconnect with the diva they once were are welcomed to join. Activities will include family, fitness, health, shopping, dining out, lounges, play dates, cultural events, charity events, spa days, and any other events that mem …

This group is for families with at least one parent of Czech or Slovak descend who are interested in getting together with the children and fostering our language, traditions and culture. It's a great way to chat with other mommies and daddies in your mother tongue and for the children to interact with each other, play and have some fun. Most of our meetups happen in NYC and its surrounding areas, so please join in if you live in any of the 5 boroughs, New Jersey (Jersey City, Hoboken, West New …

The Families Civil Liberties Union is embarking on a campaign to significantly improve the family law process in America.  Ambitious?  You bet.  Attainable?  Absolutely.  The Families Civil Liberties Union is a professional, politically neutral, national activist organization headquartered in New York City. We refuse government funds. Our mission is to represent the thousands of disparate, autonomous fathers’ and mothers’ groups and millions of fathers and mothers that have been damaged by the f …

Let’s face it. Being a stepparent is hard. Even in the best of situations, there are adjustments that need to be made – physically, financially and most of all, emotionally. Unfortunately, “step” has become one of those taboo topics that people don’t talk about enough. While it has become more and more common – did you know that over 1300 new stepfamilies are forming every day? – the support surrounding these families has not kept up with the demand. That’s where Stepfamily Solutions of NYC Meet …

Meet other friendly Mandarin learning families to set up playdates, explore the neighborhood and have fun! We share experiences, get advice and make new friends. All families and friends are welcome! We have meetups every week for different ages. For example, we are planning to have lots of events including music classes; baby sign classes; gym events; soccer classes; photoshoots; trips to museums and the Bronx zoo and book clubs where everyone is welcome and get togethers at local libraries, Wh …

This organization is dedicated to giving family and friends of mentally ill loved ones a place to come together for support and guidance. Whether it is fear of stigma or worry about betraying loved ones caregivers often suffer in silence when dealing with the daily ups and downs or crisis events precipitated by mental illness. Mental illness is not experienced in a vacuum. It's the family, friends and community that provide the foundation for the struggling individual to become healthy, yet some …

This is a group for any biracial parents with one parent being Chinese. The goal is to immerse children in an environment that has a stronger Chinese element, which is often missing in biracial families. Through different kinds of activities such as outings, picnics, birthday parties, all with some level of "Chineseness", for instance, with at least a few parents speaking Chinese to children, children (and maybe the non-Chinese partners as well) will learn some Chinese while having fun. And of c …

Meet and get together with other Jews in the area. Create social circles for families.

This is a group for Russian speaking moms and their families on the UWS who want to meet other moms and families and have playdates in Russian