This group is dedicated to riding bicycles for fun , fitness , and recreation. Keeping that in mind , the majority of the riding will be done off road , away from the busy , possibly distracted cell phone and texting automobile drivers . We will explore the various rail trails in Dutchess , Orange , Ulster , and Columbia counties. Most of there trails are paved , except for the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail in New Paltz , the Hurley trail in Kingston, and the Stewart Buffer Lands in Rock Tavern , …

Dutchess County Singles Inc. (DCS) is a non-profit organization formed exclusively for the purpose of organizing social, educational, and cultural activities at which all individuals over 21 years of age from Dutchess and the surrounding counties can meet and participate in.  And though we cannot take full credit for the 52,000 plus poputation growth of Dutchess County from April 18, 1983 when we started through the last census (2010), there are numerous grandchildren out there warming the heart …

THIS MEETUP WILL FOSTER THE TALENTS/GIFTS OF THOSE WHO DESIRE TO LEARN/SHARE THE WONDERFUL ART OF TAROT DIVINATION. WE STUDY/TRADE OFF READINGS WITH INTERESTED MEMBERS. IF YOU FEEL AN AFFINITY FOR THE CARDS OR OTHER MEANS OF DIVINATION..COME AND JOIN THE GROUP...WE PROMISE AN INTERESTING ADVENTURE AND VENUE FOR EVOLVEMENT.. SEE YOU SOON ! LADY MORGANA AND SHERYL...ORGANIZERS

HERE IS YOUR NEW MEETUP CALENDAR OF LOCAL AND METRO OCCULT HAPPENINGS AND SOCIAL INTERACTION FOR WITCHES GROUPS IN NY. PART OF THE PAGAN VISION IS TO PERMIT PEOPLE IN NYS TO BE AWARE THAT THEY ARE NOT ISOLATED. THERE ARE MANY WITCHES, WICCANS, PAGAN PRACTITIONERS IN THE CRAFT WHO SEEK TO NETWORK WITH OTHERS AND PATRONIZE LOCAL OCCULT STORES. WE WISH TO MAKE THIS CALENDAR/GUIDE AVAILABLE SO YOU MAY DO THIS AND SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CRAFTSPEOPLE, RESTAURANTS, METAPHYSICAL STORES, AUTHORS AND TEACHER …

Imagine using permaculture techniques and skills to create a resilient and TRULY sustainable human landscape. As we face energy, climate and economic challenges, permaculture offers one of the best "tool kits" for moving in a positive and productive direction: resilient communities full of creative abundance. Wherever you are and whatever you are doing, there is some part of permaculture that will make sense for your life and your relationship to the landscape where you live and work. Join us. W …

Welcome to The Tai Chi Kung Fu Project! Learn I Liq Chuan - The Martial Art of Awareness. I Liq Chuan is based on Mindfulness and Tai Chi principles.  Join us for morning Qi Gong, Form, and pushing hands practice in your neighborhood! No experience needed, and all levels of skill and backgrounds are welcome. To learn more about the art: www.iliqchuan.com To learn more about the group organizer: www.taichiscience.com and www.thelivingseed.com

THE WOODSTOCK COMMUNITY IS THE PERFECT VENUE FOR PAGANS WISHING TO SUPPORT NEW AGE MERCHANTS. THIS MEETUP GROUP WILL OFFER EVENTS, CLASSES, NETWORKING AND WICCAN RITUALS TO THE SURROUNDING AREA. WITCHES OF THE CROSSROADS, A WICCAN COVEN WHICH BEGAN IN NEW PALTZ BY LADY MORGANA AND HAWTHORN, HP OFFER CLASSES TO THOSE WHO WISH TO STUDY WICCA AND BELONG TO A COVEN. THERE ARE NOW SISTER GROUPS IN MANHATTAN, DUTCHESS CTY AND ALBANY SARATOGA. GROUPS THAT WILL BE JOINING THIS SPIRITUAL JOURNEY ARE: …

Our Meetup Group has been created to help build a community of intuitive and spiritualy minded people here in the Hudson Valley, Catskills and Southeastern NY area to network, share, meet and grow. Anyone who is spiritually minded (regardless of religious or spiritual orientation) and has an interest or practice around Psychics, Mediums, Channels and Energy Healers as well as anyone wishing to develop their own intuitive gifts are encouraged to join. If you have a professional service to offer i …

This group was organized for all who are interested in internal arts. We will be meeting in parks and community spaces to share I Liq Chuan Qi Gong, Nei Gong, Spinning Hands, Sticky Hands, and martial applications. No experience necessary, all levels and styles are welcome.

The Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association is a gathering point for people interested in Astronomy and Science in the Mid-Hudson Valley. We organize a monthly lecture series, as well as monthly observing sessions at dark sky sites in the Hudson Valley. To become a supporting member of the MHAA, just fill out the membership application. Our members are available to make presentations or arrange for public observations of the night sky or the sun and to help beginners learn how to get started in astr …

A Cycling Club based in Ellenville with organized group rides. A place for riders of all abilities and levels where one can socialize, meet new people, learn and enjoy the sport of road biking whilst taking in and exploring all the natural splendor of the surrounding Ulster County area. Before joining, please take time to asses your rider level so that we can create suitable rides to cater for all types of rider experience and ability.

A group of friendly acoustic musicians meets once a month to play Bluegrass, Old Time, Irish, Western Swing, and Catskills square dance tunes in a low-key, non-competitive atmosphere.  You can pick up standard tunes across genres, become more proficient on a 2nd or 3rd instrument or improve your improvisational skills; all at a slower pace. For advanced beginners to intermediate and professional players. Come play music and have fun with other musicians without the pressure of performing for an …

This is a fun group for meeting new people outdoors, participating in fun activities and building up a sweat while being around good company. This is for people who want to meet new faces, while doing some light cardio on a hiking trail. All physical activities will be kept light and relatively easy, from a light jog to a brisk walk. All beginners and novices are welcome! Everything is done for the sole purpose of meeting new people while enjoying some easy physical exertion. There will alway be …

The Referral Makers BNI Chapter is made up of the top business professionals from the Greater Saugerties area. We are committed to helping each member significantly increase their sales revenue through a structured and positive referral marketing system. BNI is the largest and most successful referral organization in the world. BNI Hudson Valley members passed over $30M worth of business to each other in 2011. Our chapter is looking for quality business professionals who have a giving mentality …

Invasive species are erasing and replacing the primeval name of the Hudson Valley and the surrounding counties and states. I know that a small group of dedicated citizens can take up the honorable cause of stopping the march of invasive plants across the landscape while having fun, getting exercise, and making good connections with fellow citizens. The slashing can be safe. The reconnaissance can be fun. The hacking and the blade swinging can be an invigorating exercise that doesn't tear mu …

This group is a work in progress. I've just become the organizer so bear with me and root for me to put something together that makes it work. This Meetup will be about making musical connections in the Hudson Valley. If you are a musician looking for other people to play with, this could be the place to find them. There are a lot of open mics in the area and there are coffeehouses willing to let musicians sit in and play at various times of the day and evening. Rather than be another open mic, …

The NY Passive House (NYPH) Meetups are organized by NYPH members, working to promote a healthy, comfortable and energy-efficient built environment through the promotion of the Passive House building standard. NYPH is an independent not-for-profit organization that facilitates the exchange of information and experiences, among local, national and international practitioners of the Passive House building standard. Presentations at the Meetup will vary from broad general introductions to specific …

The Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) is comprised of 28,000 members centered among 21 chapters in New York State. The Hudson River Valley (Mid-Hudson) Chapter has 700 members and serves the counties of Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Columbia, and Greene. The mission of the ADK is C.A.R.E.S. Conservation ADK is committed to protecting the wild lands and waters our members use and cherish. ADK is the champion of nearly 5 million acres of publicly owned lands across New York State, including the Adirondac …

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is the leading national non profit organization dedicated to Suicide Awareness and Prevention - the Hudson Valley Chapter is dedicated to our local community. We host Out Of the Darkness Walks, Campus Walks, Poker Runs, Horse Rides and provide training for anyone interested in learning more about this serious health issue. Our events are designed to comfort those who have lost a loved one and to help people understand the warning signs of depression …