Inspired by the same book title, Motherless Daughters, this group is committed to bringing together motherless daughters by encouraging healing among them, providing insight and compassion and offering strength and hope through promoting awareness about the long-lasting effects of such a loss. The group consists primarily of local girls and women who have endured early mother loss, and is also open to those who live outside of the immediate area. Events are hosted in the Northern New Jersey area …

This African American Genealogy Meetup Group was started to support and share sources of information for researching one's family tree. Multiple sources include the census and  DNA.  The group's name is "Sankofa," a Ghanian word meaning " to go back for that which you have forgotten." We go back to our ancestors to find our true selves.

Montclair Vegans is a group for vegans to come together and enjoy each other's company. We have potlucks, cooking classes, restaurant outings, movie nights, book discussions and more. We're a friendly and welcoming group, and we love great food!

Hello: I am an English professor who has studied and taught literature of the Caribbean Diaspora. I have a passion for fiction novels in particular and would like to find other people who are interested in reading and discussing a range of books from the English, French, Spanish and Dutch Caribbean. We will also explore literature by people of Caribbean heritage (Afro-Caribbean, British-Caribbean, Canadians of Caribbean heritage, and so on). The idea is to gain a sense of the breadth and richnes …

Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.Victor Frankl Most of us have been conditioned to react to life rather than live it, and quite often, we have been conditioned to react according to the needs, perceptions and motives of others. We tend to live at cross-current to our own values and beliefs, allowing our lives to be shaped by influences and events outside ourselves and beyond our co …

This book club is for anyone who enjoys reading books, relaxing over a cup of coffee and having a great conversation.  We read different genres each month and meet to discuss the book and share our thoughts and ideas openly.  Our Meetings are on the last Friday of the month at around 7pm. If you are looking for a reading group were you can relax, laugh, share stories and make new friends you've found it!

These workshops are for beginners who would like to get a handle on interpreting charts and also for intermediary students who would like some quick, clear, easy methods to discern the essence of a chart. Astrology is a very precise, complete and flexible “scientific art”. This symbolic language works so well because of its subtly and complexity. However, without years of practice, this complexity can lead to confusion. Every chart has a basic foundation. We will look at some simple methods for …

Two great loves...reading and wine! So, why not combine the two? Ladies in Northern NJ between the ages of 25 and 40 are invited to get together the last (Wino) Wednesday of every month to discuss a new book.

Our main goal is to find the truth in God's word, use it in our lives and then tell it to others. We want to discover truths about God, Jesus and man directly from the Bible. We're not looking for man's opinion about God or man, but rather that which is true derived from God's word. The Bible was written by around 40 different men over a span of 1,500 years and the last book was written around 2,000 years ago, so how can this book help teach truth about God and man? The Bible says, "For I the LO …

"the connection between and among women are........the most potentially transforming force on the planet." Adrienne Rich The purpose of this group is for women of all races that enjoy getting together for social occasions, girlfriends get-away, dinners, etc. If your girlfriends are far away or just distant we are here for each other. A support system of sophisticated, educated and wonderful women.

Growing up it was not okay not to be processed in some way, relaxer, straightening comb, jerry curl, texturizer, etc. After that it was not okay to be without extensions, braids, weaves and wigs. It is okay to be relaxed, it is okay to wear weaves, it is okay to wear wigs and it is also okay to wear your own hair.  Natural hair is okay and beautiful. I have learned so much and in learning to care and maintain my hair I find that I am also more aware of my health, the food that I eat, the need fo …

Hi Ladies! Welcome to Black Women Rock! I started to start this group as I have discovered that most Meetup groups seem to be exclusive and restrictive in either age or where you live. This group will be open to all Women of Color regardless of age or where you live. I just ask that you be mature and drama free and you are sincere in that you are are looking to meet, socialize, and make lasting connections. Please share the belief and philosophy and intention of wanting to foster and create genu …

For artists who love to work in colored pencils, this group is for you! We are artists who love to draw and create with colored pencils. Each week we get together and draw with our pencils. Starting with still life for a few weeks, we can move to portraiture and figure drawing. Models can be in the studio if we wish. Let's get together and draw!

Have you ever felt like you keep attracting the wrong relationships in your life? Have you ever felt drained energetically, used, betrayed, abused emotionally, mentally, physically, or sexually in any way in your intimate relationships, friends, family, or even co-workers? Have you ever dreamed of having an amazing, intimate, passionate relationship but feel you just can't seem to attract the right one, almost like you have the worst luck? If you answered yes to any or all of the above questions …

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you work you just can't seem to get ahead financially? Have you ever felt unappreciated or underpaid by your boss or organization you work for? Have you ever felt powerless with your financial future like it seems so hard to make & save alot of money & often when you do it seems to disappear as fast as it came? Have you ever dreamed of having a better life, a life where you work because you choose to NOT because you have to? A life where you make a 6 or …

Are you between 35-65? Live/work in Montclair or a nearby town? Do you love to read? Would you enjoy discussing with others a book that you've read? Compare impressions, good points, not-so-good points, thrills, surprises and let-downs? You've found the right place! Join us to discuss books from various genres. Best of all - look forward to a very welcoming environment that encourages lively conversation and friendly fun.

Our spiritual evolution approaches, and as we awaken and connect to our higher selves, Bohemian Woman Rising (BWR) will be a knowledge and resource sanctuary for women and men interested in a conscious pursuit at balancing and connecting to their higher selves. Let’s celebrate our inner and outer beauty through meditation, Reiki healing, learning circles, crafting, ritual, and health and wellness initiatives. The time is now for redirecting our external focus inward! There are innumerable though …

Are you a mom in the South Orange/Maplewood area who loves to read, enjoy a nice cocktail, and meet new people? Do you find that you never get enough "me" time with all the demands of being a mom? Then this is the meetup for you. Let's get together over great reads, great local foods, and great cocktails in the South Orange/Maplewood area.

Hubby and I recently moved to an apartment in Hasbrouck Heights but attend a Baptist Church in Queens. We're looking for Christ-centered families with children in our daughter's age group (Born September 2010) to form friendships with. We plan to homeschool her and hope to meet up for playdates and outings with Christian families endeavoring to raise children for the Lord, especially those who also plan to homeschool. We do a plethora of educational activities with her as it is and would love co …

Ready to make a positive change in your life? As a Health Coach, I am your personal advocate for living an energized and passionate life. I work with my clients to help them create happy, healthy lives in way that is flexible, fun and free of denial and discipline. By working together, we can discover the food and lifestyle choices that best support you. Making gradual, lifelong changes enables you to reach your current and future health goals. You have support from myself as well as other membe …

This group is for single "baby boomers"  who are interested in coming together to enjoy pot luck dinners, discussion of books (or podcasts, newspaper articles, etc.) participation in social or political projects, or whatever fun and meaningful activities inspire us. Friday nights or Sunday afternoons.... Let's get to know one another with some food, fun, and sharing of ideas.  Our first meetings will be in a public place but if we get a  group of "regulars" we could move to people's homes. We'll …

Happy New Year! As a non-fiction writer, I've been intrigued by the number of "Meetup" groups that have popped up in the tristate area under the name: "Shut Up and Write!" Most of these groups are in NYC but lately I've noticed a few in Montclair and Morristown. So I've decided to put some feelers out to see if the idea will work in my community. (You don't have to live in Maplewood or South Orange to join us.) The "Shut Up and Write!" Meetups are not a critique group or a writing class. They ar …

I should start by saying about a year ago a woman started a group with the same name. It has since been disbanded, I do not know why. I want to start the group again. I am in Hudson County, New Jersey, but the meetings can be held anywhere. Probably in NYC is best. Or if it takes off, we can alternate meetups: one time in New Jersey and another in New York. The meetings are free. We can meet in cafes, libraries, suggestions are welcomed. The terms Fatherless Daughters/Fatherless Women is a syndr …

The TBB Literary Series, brought to you by The Burning Bush Christian Bookstore, is a monthly book event that is designed to bring personal access to best-selling authors and highlight exciting new upcoming authors. The goal of the TBB Literary Series is to foster and promote the joys of reading by bridging communication between the authors and book lovers, while at the same time encouraging spiritual growth by supplying the book lover with faith based literature that heals, entertains and inspi …

This group will read and discuss the book, The Second Half of Life, by Angeles Arrien at the Center for Spiritual Living West Orange, NJ. 662 Eagle Rock Avenue, West Orange, NJ.