I recently watched the film version of Pride and Prejudice, and enjoyed it so much I started re-reading the book and watching other Austen movies, including Sense and Sensibility and the recent "The Jane Austen Book Club." I thought it might be fun to join up with other Austen fans in Jax, and perhaps structure a Book Club similar to the one in the film.

Meet with other local Jewish professionals. Socialize and network with new friends in the area. Gather to discuss the Jewish religion, relationships, kosher recipes, holidays, Israel and what it means to be Jewish in the 21st century.

The purpose of this group is to help members create their own "Happiness Project", whatever that may look like. We'll be guided by the book "The Happiness Project" by Gretchen Rubin, subtitled: "Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun." We'll explore questions like: What makes you feel good? What activities do you find fun, satisfying, or energizing? What makes you feel bad? What are sources of anger, irrit …

In just a few years, Stand Up Paddling has become the fastest growing watersport in the world. The sport can be enjoyed by anyone who has access to a local body of water, making it virtually available to everyone. Whether you're looking for a tranquil cruise down the river, surfing in the waves, or paddling for fitness, SUP is an awesome way to get out and enjoy the water! SUP First Coast is dedicated to bringing everyone interested in the sport of Stand Up Paddling together. Whether you're in …

Meet other adults (21+) who enjoy playing pickup Flag Football! We'll play some pickup non-contact flag football, then maybe head out for a beer and to watch the games! We get together to play pickup football, very casual and fun. We welcome people of all ages, gender, waist size, and ability to come and have fun! We play pretty much weekly from Labor Day to Memorial, except some holidays when we don't have enough people to play. Details are in the event descriptions and on the "About Us" p …

This is a place for Sea Kayakers, Kayak Anglers, Kayak Racers, and Paddlers of all sorts to get together and do what we love. Whether you're posting for an impromptu paddle, looking for a buddy to go fishing with, or wondering when or where the next race is going to be, this is the place to Meetup! Sea Kayaking Kayak Fishing Kayak Racing Surf Ski's Stand Up Paddle Boarding Kayak Surfing Kayak Touring Kayak Sailing ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY By reading this or participating i …

Ruby & Ruby on Rails development in Jax. Punch & pie.

Pole Fitness is is a form of working out that is changing the lives of women (and even men) all over the world! If you are interested in promoting the art of Pole Fitness or even learning more about it, then we would love to meet you! This group will join women together who love fitness, networking, and having fun!

Hurricanes, economic uncertainty, pandemic, nuclear proliferation. The possibility of any or all of these hang over our heads every day. But are any of us prepared to protect our families if something drastic should occur? Meet with locals who wish to prepare themselves and their families to survive natural, man-made and economic disasters that threaten to disrupt society. Our initial goals are to set up a network, teach and help others, and to inspire confidence and self-reliance when no other …

WELCOME TO THE JACKSONVILLE STAY AT HOME MOMS MEETUP! The Jacksonville Stay at Home Moms Meetup is a group of Mom's with one common goal: To raise happy children in a healthy environment. We are women of many backgrounds, but our passions are the same. We love to have fun and love for our kids to have fun. So, if you are looking for great friendships for both you and your children, then you are in the right place. We are a fun group of moms who think it is important to support each other a …

So you're not a wine connoisseur and dining out can get kind of pricey.... Well.. Come on out and join us for cocktails, drafts, and appetizers at the end of your busy day. We will meet several times a month at different locations around the city for "HAPPY HOUR" and occasionally for other social activities, ranging from baseball games, live music, dancing, to whatever your organizers want to host for you. This is your "neighborhood bar" but all over town! We're a fun and laid-back group, it doe …

We have a different format: each member chooses from a list of ten books, (scroll down under "what's new" on the welcome page to find a link for the current month's book list) and reads his or her chosen book for the upcoming meeting. When we put together the list, we aim for variety. There's always nonfiction covering diverse fields, and interesting old or new fiction. Each member comes ready to discuss his or choice. No two people read the same book? No problem! Everyone read the same book …

Meet others in your local area interested in attending and hosting Costume Parties of various themes! Dress up, have fun and make new friends!

Meet and mingle with local Italian language and culture lovers! Come to an Italian Language Meetup and make new amici as you practice speaking, learn about the culture. All ages and levels welcome. Ciao!