“Positive”: Characterized by or displaying affirmation; Tending to emphasize what is good; Moving in a beneficial direction. The purpose of the "Charlotte Positive Alliance of Lesbians" is to provide an atmosphere where secure and affirming relationships can be initiated and nurtured between openly lesbian/same-gender-loving (SGL) women who live in Charlotte and its surrounding areas. We are a multi-cultural group that is open to lesbian/SGL women of all social, ethnic, spiritual, educationa …

This group was created to connect African Americans for friendships and networking. We offer a relaxing, informal social network for those who desire to make quality business and social connections. This group is all about having fun, relaxing, enjoying yourself and the great company of other black professionals. We provide a range of social events during the month. Our activities will include: Patio parties, wine tastings, bowling, sporting events, networking mixers, seminars, various trips, vo …

We are creating an Intentional Community near Earthaven just South of Black Mountain, N.C. We are negotiating the purchase of +100 acres and intend to form one or more communities according to the desires of the founders (you?). Our overall intention is to provide affordable housing and (or) co-housing for a diverse community of singles, families and the elderly (humans in general). We intend to support permaculture ideals with independent/interdependent sustainable living practices. We are …

Become part of Asheville's most active community! Have you been ignoring a very important part of your life-  Being a part of a diverse community filled with people of varied backgrounds & interests who laugh a lot, make plans to explore, dance, travel, and enjoy life together? Stop working so hard, staying home so much.  Remember that having fun makes even the following day more exciting! We are a community, not just a group of people looking for an excuse to visit one more restaurant.  Our mem …

The Charlotte Breezers Ski and Sports Club, Inc. is a local chapter of the National Brotherhood of Skiers (NBS). The major objective of the NBS is to promote winter sports, including snow skiing and snow boarding, within the African-American community with a special emphasis on youth development. While skiing/snow boarding are our primary activities, we are also involved in a variety of other adventures throughout the year- including hiking, white water rafting, wine tasting, skydiving, biking a …

ATTENTION all fun, active, out of the box thinking professionals between the ages of 25 and 35!! Young Corporate Hipsters is a group for young, professional, bold, trendy, overtly ambitious, self expressive frenzies who are not afraid to take life by the horns and ride the heck out of it! Many of us are witty, silly, outside of the box thinkers who are yearning to L.O.L...Live Out Loud. Together we will do it all...bucketlist, weekend trips, sports, bands, arts and entertainment, professional ne …

This group is for singles who would rather share a meal than stand around in a bar or larger social event. We've all got to eat so why eat alone? A relaxing conversation over dinner can be a wonderful way to meet new friends and maybe meet your future partner! I plan to keep the events small and approachable, especially good for those who don't like to attend large events.

I decided to restart this group because the African and Caribbean cultures include many diverse people with diverse ideas and views. I wanted to create an environment where we can all meet and socialize with like minded people. I hope that those who join will share my purpose will come out to the meetups. I hope to create an environment where everyone can have a good time, and hopefully create new friendships. The meetups will consist of various activities: Socializing, Networking, Good Food, Mu …

The Soul of Lake Norman: Black Professionals Network offers a relaxing, informal meetup for those who live and/or work in the Lake Norman Area near Charlotte, NC. We desire to make quality business and social connections. Joining is easy and we welcome everyone. Share time to make friends or connect as associates, with people who want to progress and move forward in business development or social/personal growth. Activities will rotate throughout the Lake Norman area to give members flexibility …