Brooklyn Young Filmmakers Center is now up to more than making short films since it moved into it's public office in the Trilok Arts Center in Clinton Hill.  We now have access to large spaces we can rent cheaply and are recruiting film professionals as faculty for diverse workshops (including Storyboards, Props, Music to Film, etc.).   BYFC is just 5 minutes walk from the Brooklyn Navy Yard where the Steiner Studios is expanding to a 50 acre media campus..   We are working to create a Careers i …

Brooklyn Betties is a select group of sophisticated lesbian/bi ladies age 25+ in the Brooklyn/NYC area. We get to know each other at carefully curated excursions from exciting arts & cultural events to glamorous dinners, grungy dive bar crawls, scandalous scavenger hunts, meaningful volunteerism, forays in sports, travel, fitness, spirituality and education.  As am open-minded and progressive group of sophisticated ladies, we'll try most anything! This is a valuable opportunity to network social …

We've established the Brooklyn branch of the Holistic Parenting community to provide North Brooklyn with a different type of parenting group, one which provides a safe space where you can gather as parents, be your authentic selves, and discuss your deepest parenting concerns. There are several fantastic play groups in Brooklyn, which provide a very valuable resource for parents in town. But, where can you go to discuss the questions that arise each and every day regarding raising your child? Th …

NYC ASL is a social/conversation group for Deaf, hard of hearing and students of American Sign Language - All are welcome. We meet 3 times a week in Manhattan(see schedule for times and  location)  for silent conversation and casual instruction. A regular Brooklyn meet-up is planned for the near future see our sister group  http://www.meetup.com/The-Brooklyn-American-Sign-Language-Group/. Members also attend signed cultural programs and events (museum tours, poetry slams, Happy Hour, etc.) throu …

The Junior League of Brooklyn (JLB) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Brooklyn reaches out to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism. Some of our volunteer programs include: Volunteering at Do …

BEWARE OF ROOKIE REPUBLIC Movement of Young Entrepreneurs hits NYC Lots of young New Yorkers play it safe, concerning their career. They focus on jobs, instead of starting their own business. Rookie Republic aims to boost entrepreneurship in New York, by pop-up events and a huge challenge for young New Yorkers. Go for it. Be a Rookie. Who are these Business Rookies? Rookie Republic focuses on Rookies, talented beginners (18-30 years old) with good business ideas and great ambitions. They have …

I want to create a group that is pretty local to Brooklyn where a group of mid 20 to mid 30 somethings can get together pretty regularly and share food, drink, laughs and our lives. I'm new to Brooklyn and have already heard of fun not mainstream vegan places and would love if a group of people new to Brooklyn could get together with seasoned Brooklyn vegans and share what makes this such an amazing place to live! Ideally, drinks or a dinner (either at a local vegan spot or a potluck at one of o …

City Growers is a non-profit educational organization based at Brooklyn Grange, a rooftop farm business in New York City. We provide farm explorations and workshops at Brooklyn Grange’s two farm locations. City Growers empowers students to envision a greener and healthier future for their city. City Growers connects urban communities with agriculture, food and environment through farm education and advocacy in order to foster a culture of health and sustainability. We need help preparing various …

This group is for women who are in the midst or recovering from divorce and want to feel good again! It has a been a few years since mine, and I am finally back in shape, building new structure in my routines, and feeling healthier than ever before. I decided to start a local group where we can get together in pairs or as a group and play racquetball, Frisbee, and other non-contact, but fun sports. I also would love to share with the group easy, and fun ways via “Survival Seminars” how we can …

Do you like to work your motorcycle or scooter? Have you ever taken a transmission apart but could not put it together? Or do you have a shopping problem buying bike parts on eBay? Well, join us because this group is for you! People of all ages, political convictions, mechanics and mechanic-wanna-be's are welcome.

Body Actualized is a Brooklyn based organization dedicated to raising human consciousness by supporting the creative artist within. It seeks to provide opportunities for healthy living choices, for artistic involvement, to provide education and guidance, and to create, nurture, and maintain a community of individuals committed to mindful living, creative exploration, and spiritual growth.

If parents want to counter the onslaught of TV programs and video- and computer games aimed at their kids they better bring on a good show! Legos and block building offer amazing educational opportunities for toddlers, kids, and adolescents. The Legosmeister NYC Meetup connects educators, parents, and kids interested in using Legos for imaginative play, educational purposes, and pure fun through workshops, playdates, and parties: Lego Duplos + Block Building: 2 yrs - 6 yrs;  Legos Regular: 5 yrs …

Entrepreneurial moms meet and network with each other. Anyone who owns a business, wants to own one, is working on a creative venture, or wants to be around other business women in Brooklyn can be a part of this meetup. You do not have to be a business owner yet. This Exchange is about networking, helping each other through trials and tribulations, questions, problems, educating, and empowering each other. We will invite special speakers and some of our own members on interesting topics. And, of …

Hello I am Amber the organizer. I am a new Professional Family Daycare Provider Located in Brooklyn, NY. Child care is a business and providers are professionals; please don't refer them as babysitters. As such, it is reasonable to expect that care providers will have established rules, hours and pay rates, promting for our business, that keep the door open and quality care provided to all. It would be great to have a group of Daycare Providers meet up once or twice a month to discuss our likes …

The CFP test is very difficult. I would like to group Candidates for CFP certification to get together and study. I score pretty good in insurance, fundamentals and estate planning. I need help in taxes and employee benefits. We can pool our study materials and work on case studies. I would prefer to meet in Queens or Brooklyn, but we will do what is best for the group. I plan on sitting for the test in November, you can join even if you are not ready to take the test.

Join a group of women in business in Brooklyn for business networking, creating strategic alliances and partnerships, gathering resources to grow and increase your business, and empowering each other to be leaders in our communities. The group will meet bi-monthly in the evening, and each event will include time for networking, an educational component (presented by a member) and the sharing of referrals.

This Meetup group was originally founded in 2008 by a handful of German-speaking parents in Astoria. In fall 2012 the group was integrated into the CityKinder network, a community and resources website for German speaking parents in the Tri-State area. Our purpose is to connect German-speaking parents in the New York Metro area who are interested in socializing with other families and teaching their kids German, as well as providing education and support on a variety of topics concerning interna …

This group's goal is to bring together fun, educated, and interesting women in their late 20s, 30s, and early 40s to form long-lasting friendships and explore all of the fabulousness NYC has to offer. Potential outings include visits to galleries, literary readings, museums, films, comedy shows, charity events, and brunch/happy hours.  We are always open to and welcome new suggestions and ideas! Some past and upcoming meet-ups include an Artists' Talk and Tour in Brooklyn; a show featuring a "me …

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 group is for anyone interested in breaking out of their shell and trying new things. If you want to meet new people while at the same time trying new things like cooking classes, horseback riding, camping, ice sculpting or surfing, this group is for you! I started this group to meet other people interested in being the best they can be and trying new things. Look forward to having lots of fun experiences with you!