Suggested Groups near California

San Jose Singles 60s and Beyond...

San Jose, CA

Hi! We're happy, fun-loving, and single! Life is good. If you are single and over the age of 60 years old (50 year old members who joined the group before November 2021 are welcome to stay), please join our wonderful community. We welcome you as long as you are a positive individual and will respect other members in our group. Just come out to one of our events and have fun making new friends. The possibilities are endless. Give and get as much as you want from this group. Join us and have fun!!!

93 members · Private

Monterey Friendship Group

Monterey, CA

Hi, I'm Dre! I started this friendship group to meet more awesome people in Monterey. I try to post a mixture of low-cost, flexible and family-friendly events like hiking, cafe meetups, pub trivia nights and happy hours. And guests and friends are always welcome!

260 members · Private

PhirSe- New Beginning

Fremont, CA

Phirse is a global Support group for Divorced, Separated after marriage and Widowed.

To join this group you must be:

1. Divorced/Separated/Widowed? 

2. Willing to to connect with others with similar life experiences to socialize and make friends.

3.NOT a dating group.

You can join from anywhere in USA, Canada, Australia or EU.

 Let's get together for a better life post-divorce, separation, or loss of a spouse. We know how hard life can be during and after such life changing experience for us and our kids. We know it’s not easy to feel this pain and grief for those who didn't travel this path and not even our close family/friends. We will organize events that will help us support each other. If you have kids, we know how important it must be for you to support them. If you do not have kids, you are probably lonely and can find friends here. It's a new beginning to a beautiful life. 

  We host dinners, movies, hiking, clubbing, dancing, singing, picnics, kids, and cultural events. If you would like to see any events of your interest, please share your ideas with the organizers. You are also welcome to host any events you like. We encourage and appreciate the initiative to keep the group engaged and energized. 

Vision:

Enrich the lives of all fellow members in their journey to happiness through mutual respect and care.

Why Guideline: 

We pride ourselves in the diversity of our amazing membership. Currently, our group has members from multiple country of origins, races, ethnicity and color. We want to continue to be known for our inclusiveness. To maintain a supportive environment for all members, we abide by certain guidelines, both in our face to face (in-person and virtual) interactions and in our online messages. 

PhirSe Meetup Guidelines:

1.  Respect and care for each other

2.  This is a support group, NOT a dating group.

3.  Maintain a fun environment.

4.Zero tolerance to Harassment

PhirSe Chat Guidelines:

1.  Please avoid religious and political discussions and posts (even if they are just jokes) in the group messages. As mentioned, we have members from very diverse backgrounds and we do not want to inadvertently offend anyone on these topics. 

2.  Please do not send private messages to any member before meeting them in events. If a member requests that you stop personal messaging, please respect their wishes. We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment.

3.  If you feel strongly about any post, please send a personal message to the group admin or directly to the person who sent the post, instead of responding to the group, where all members can view an exchange of conflict. Admins will try to manage resolutions offline and we ask that you do the same.

4.  Please do not post anything with explicit content (profanity, sex, violence) in any of the groups.

Disclaimer: 

1. We do not accept ex-es in the group. Whoever joins first says in the group.

 2. Information provided on this meet-up is not intended to be advice of any kind including; legal, medical, or other specialty services, and should not be used in place of consultation with appropriate professionals. The organizers, members, and venues are not responsible in any way shape or form for anything that happens to you while at any event. We specifically disclaim all responsibility for any liability, loss, risk, injury, or even death which may incur as a direct or indirect result of the use of any of the material or services provided on the meet up. By joining our meetup, you agree to release the Organizers, Sponsors, Volunteers, and Members from ANY responsibility, liability or claim in law or in equity. If you DON'T agree to these terms, please DO NOT join our meetup.

644 members · Private

Fore Right Golf Club

San Jose, CA

This group is for folks who love golf and are looking for a judgment-free zone to learn and improve their game.

Events: <br> We will reserve tee times for 9 or 18 holes courses every week. We might meet for practice sessions at the range occasionally too.

Who should join the group: <br>A) people who've practiced at the driving range a few times at least. <br>B) if you haven't played a complete round yet, it's totally fine. You're welcome to play your first round with us. <br>C) If you're really good at golf (5hcp or lower), you're welcome to join us and teach us more about the game. <br>D) If you're a positive and fun person. Golf is supposed to be a stress buster. You know what I mean.

The members will be charged an annual fee of $11.50 to be a member of this group. Members are expected to pay the green fee at the course. <br>This group is not associated with any business entity.

52 members · Private

Golf with Tosh & Friends

Sunnyvale, CA

This group is for players who take golf seriously but like to have fun on the course. At this time we play 18 holes on weekdays and 9 holes on weekends mostly.

The annual membership is $7 and payable via Paypal or Venmo. You will be on waitlist while we wait for your dues. Our fiscal year is July-1 to June-30.

All skill levels are welcome to join but beginners should avoid 18 holes.

We play Deep Cliff in Cupertino almost every Friday, other 18 hole courses during the week, and Sunken Gardens in Sunnyvale often on weekends.

It is also desired/expected that members establish a golf index to participate in tournaments.

You will be added to the group once your dues are paid.

55 members · Private

Northern California Golf Club's Beginner+ Group

Fremont, CA

We are a social golf meetup group for those who have experience on a golf course, as well as beginners who have taken professional lessons.

Due to player developments or improvements in the golf skill level of many of the members, we branched out from our sister Club, the Bay Area Beginner Golf Meetup Group.

I am the creator of the below rules for the BABGMG (in 2012), so I am copying, pasting and updating them here, starting with some of our expectations:

- Familiarity with basic rules of golf and golf etiquette, particularly the practice of honoring a good pace of play;

- Respect for the game and our members;

- Adherence to our policies, including showing up for events on time or earlier if requested.

Whether you participate in our golf outings or our non-golf social events, you are responsible for any damages or injuries you cause to property or other persons. You are participating in NCGC's Beginner+ Group (NCGCb+) events at your own risk, and neither I/the Organizer nor the Event Organizers will be liable for damages or injuries caused by you or any of our members during our meetups or travel to and from our meetups. NCGCb+ is also not liable for any injuries inflicted upon it members or damages done to members' properties or loss of properties (including golf equipment, transportation, etc.) during events and travel to and from our meetups.

Also, you must use your real name or initials and a recent photo of yourself when signing up. If you are not comfortable with this policy or any of our other policies, this is not the group for you.

OUR GOAL

Let’s play our part in promoting and practicing the industry’s goal of finishing a round in about 4.5 hours.

OUR ACTIVITIES

Although this is a new golf meetup group, many members of this Club have been golfing together for more than 8 or 9 years. For close to a decade, we have been providing exceptional golf experience to players of all ages, and our group keeps getting better and better. We will continue to play 18-hole courses all over the Bay Area and sometimes beyond, as well as schedule 9-hole events and group golf lessons for the newer golfers in our group.

We oftentimes hang out after the round for a meal or a drink. This is optional, so don't feel obligated to stick around if your plans do not permit it.

We are open to suggestions for playing various courses in the Bay Area. If there is a course you would like to play, let one of the Event Organizers know and we will look to getting it on the calendar.

FEES

Annual NON-REFUNDABLE fee: $15.00 

If a member is removed from our group, this fee will not be refunded.

ATTENDANCE and RSVPs

Our attendance policy is strict. This is a requirement as we reserve tee times up to two weeks in advance, and we are required to fill those tee times. Golf courses do not like last minute cancellations, as they make their money by having full foursomes.

When you receive notifications of scheduled meetups, it is not necessary to reply "No" if you are not attending an event. You have the option to click on "Yes" or "No," but you don't have to; you can simply delete the email without replying. Of course, if you RSVP "Yes" then your plans change, you must update your RSVP to "No."

Do not sign up for a meetup if there's a chance that you might have to cancel at the last minute. It's better for you to sign up at the last minute than to cancel at the last minute.

* Although one no-show may result in the removal from our group, the first no-show may only be given a warning, depending on the circumstances. 

 * Last-minute cancellations are frowned upon. A last-minute cancel is if you cancel your RSVP after the RSVP deadline or after an Event Organizer has posted the group assignments.

* A combination of a no-show and last-minute cancellation will also result in the removal from our group.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS   

-- I understand that pace of play is very important to this group. If I am a slower player, I agree to pick up my ball if necessary to maintain a good pace of play.

-- Although there will be some 9-hole meetups scheduled, I understand that most of the meetups will be for those who are at an advanced-beginner or intermediate level. As a beginner, if I’d like (more) 9-hole or easier 18-hole meetups scheduled, I will request them.

-- I understand that this group takes its rules seriously and that infraction of any of the group’s policies will result in my removal without a refund of my membership dues.

-- I agree that by RSVPing to a meetup, I am committing to attend that event. I understand that cancellations should only be for exceptional circumstances and that multiple cancellations will result in my removal from this group without a refund of my membership dues.

-- I understand that some meetups may require a pre-payment, and in the event that I am unable to attend, it is my responsibility to find a replacement player. If a replacement is unavailable, I understand that I forfeit my pre-payment.

-- If health-related mandates are issued (including for COVID-19), I will be participating in NCGCb+ events at my own risk, and I agree to follow any and all social precautions imposed by the golf course and the county in which the course resides. 

Thank you for observing and respecting our policies. We work hard to ensure that our members always have a great experience on the golf course.

Welcome to the Northern California Golf Club's Beginner + Group. We look forward to your upcoming participation.

Lucy

Organizer

Northern California Golf Club's Beginner+ Group

47 members · Private

Photography Walks & Workshops in San Francisco by Casey

San Francisco, CA

Let's explore San Francisco by taking pictures (and videos) and learn new techniques along the way. Plus get outside for fresh air and exercise too! About me: I have been doing photography for over 35 years and used to shoot weddings, portraits, commercial work for decades. I am an expert in still photography having started with the Nikon F4 film camera plus the Hasselblad 503cx medium format film camera in the 90s, then transitioned to digital with the Nikon D1x and D2x in early 2000, and more recently changed to all Canon gear with the Canon R5 and 90D and M50 digital cameras. I also actively use the Canon XF400 and G60 camcorders for creating online content for my YouTube channel "Casey On Location". I am also an expert in lighting and exposure as well. Because I enjoy photography and filming, I can also share my knowledge with others who share the same passion. I am a long-time resident of San Francisco since 1980 so I know quite a bit about The City by the bay. So join the group and we can shoot images and videos together at interesting spots in San Francisco, learn a thing or two from each other, and hopefully get in some sunshine and exercise too.

244 members · Private

Salt and Pepper -Palo Alto Couples Aged 50+

Palo Alto, CA

Salt and Pepper is a group of welcoming, interested adults, aged 50 plus, looking to make friends and enjoy activities with other couples. Gatherings include a mix of new and familiar faces, with an opportunity to make long lasting friends.   Our diverse group appreciates all walks of life, celebrating our differences while exploring common interests. We support each other and encourage healthy life transitions.

Membership in this group is about getting to know other couples and so we ask that members attend, as a couple, at least one activity each month. To maintain the dynamics of the group attendance without partner or bringing extra friends should be the exception. (Our midweek hikes are an exception and "singles" welcome)

Past events include hikes, museums, restaurants, theatre, music, Improv shows, garden tours, ranger talks, high teas, potlucks, art festivals, dancing, beachwalks, wine tastings, boardgame night, and more. We are currently scheduling events outdoors to keep risk of illness lower. There are a number of events scheduled so jump right in and RSVP for something soon!

Let's keep this safe for everyone. Please attend events if you have been vaccinated and not been with someone symptomatic or exposed to COVID. Be prepared to show proof of vaccination.

88 members · Private

Potlatch

San Francisco, CA

Potlatch is holding Pitch and Q&A sessions with investors every weekday!

400 members · Public

Mountain View Downtowners 20-30s

Mountain View, CA

New to Mountain View? Been here awhile but still want to meet people?

All are welcome, but closer proximity tends to make for better connections so this will be a group for those who want to hangout downtown MV and expand social circles.

This is a casual, weekly group to hangout, meet new people, and find some fun. Break off for awhile and rejoin. This is a no obligation / no pressure to stay longer than you want to type group.

For each week… a day, time, location and topic will be posted. Sounds good? See you there.

—Examples—

Bar hop

Laps, dinner & drinks

Brunch

Trivia night

Relax & games near city hall

Picnic at the park

Coffee chats

Tech side projects mixer

Crafts and drafts (beer that is)

BTW: Of course it’s awkward to meet new people and not all connections will make for perfect friends but let’s just see how it goes.

Also in order to get more diverse crowds I’ll try using max attendees and add folks via waitlists. We shall see how that works out.

Waitlist:

1st priority - goes to getting an even number of men to women. (Send me a message if you want to clarify what you identify as.)

2nd priority - goes to regular/ repeat attendees

3rd priority - goes to those who live in Mountain View.

* I’ll try to balance the waitlists accordingly but it’s a tricky task so apologies if you are waitlisted too often. (Send me a message if this occurs too much)

697 members · Public

Vintage Women of the South Bay

San Jose, CA

This is an amazing group of women that has been evolving and growing since 2009. Some of us are empty nesters and are asking ourselves, “Now what?” Some of us are between jobs or newly retired and are wondering what to do with our free time. Some of us are new to the area and want to grow our circle of friends. And some of us just want to leave the menfolk at home and enjoy a girls’ day out.

For me, most of my friends and family had moved away. Someone mentioned meet up and this is the first group I found, and so happy I did. I met women my own age right in my own backyard that I may never have met on my own. Life is so much richer with friends and a strong sense of community.

We enjoy activities such as movies, Bunco, chat nights, plays, golf, brunches, art festivals, day trips and morning walks. And if there is something you would like to do but don’t see it here, you are welcome to host your own activity.

Join us if you like to laugh and try new things.

PLEASE NOTE: You must be female and over 50 to join. A profile photo of yourself is required when joining Vintage Women so we can recognize you at events.

Karen, Organizer

524 members · Private

Women Who Are Fun, Fit and 50ish

Burlingame, CA

A women’s only group for wonderful women who are 50ish (late forties/fifties +/- ...who's counting -- and I won't check your I.D. ;-)) who love to stay fit and want to get together to exercise (i.e., hiking, running, walking) and/or to meet up for coffee, a glass of wine, and/or fun conversation during early evenings or weekends.

So are you:

fully vaccinated? (Most of us are 3 shots, aka, boosterized!)

wanting to stay fit?

will try to join an event within the first month of joining?

in search of good conversation, good books, and the great outdoors with other like-minded women?

Then, let's get together and have some fun!

I work full time and have a fabulous partner, Doug, so most events will be either early evenings, and/or weekends. I look forward to meeting some fun, fit, and fifty-ish women (I'm 51)!

48 members · Private

Fun, Feisty and Over 40

Pleasanton, CA

First due to covid, we ask that all our members are vaccinated so that we do not pass covid to unvaccinated people, Please add that in the comments so we know or send the organizer a private message.

Don't let our name fool you. This group is for WOMEN in our 50's , 60's' and more! We are married and single, widowed and divorced, working and retired.  We build friendships and a strong sense of belonging.

We are constantly on the go. Movie nights, eating out, BUNCO, book club, bowling, hiking, walking, potlucks, just to name some recent events. We welcome and encourage suggestions from our members. What do you want to do? Let us know, choose a date and place and we will get it set up.

We also do volunteer work to help those in our community.  This group is all about US and we make it whatever we want it to be.

Our events are mostly in the East Bay, we have events mostly in the Tri-Valley area, and more, all depending on what people want to do. At times, we also go to San Francisco, Casino trips, musicals, plays and more.

Please be sure to have a look at our guidelines and a more.

One more thing. we collect dues of $10 per year. After your first event, you will be asked to pay the organizer. We also ask that you attend an event within the first 30 days.

The dues are strictly for Meet Up administrative fees, deposits and sometimes supplies for events and a big themed party during the year. We hope to see you soon!

83 members · Private

Girls Rule!!!! For Women ages 50+

San Mateo, CA

SAFETY FIRST!!! This group is for ONLY FULLY vaccinated peninsula 50+ women.

Hello Girls!!!! Get out of your pajamas and let's have some fun!!!! It is time to get out and mingle. You can do it!!!! Some of us have gotten a little too comfortable staying home this past year.

This Meetup is for women ONLY, ages 50+ who live on the PENINSULA. Please read the WHOLE description BEFORE you join this group.

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The following are just some of the events that might be happening soon. If you have any suggestions or hear of a community event that you might think will be fun, please let me know. Also, if you wish to ever host, please let me know.

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Some of the events might be:

Movies

Happy Hour

Game Night

Monthly Book Club

Mah Jongg - American (unless someone can teach me another version)

Bingo

Trying new restaurants

Bunco

Cooking Classes

Easy Hiking

Biking

Outdoor Concerts

Bocce Ball

Male Strip Clubs (okay, that was a joke)

And anything else that might sound fun to you.

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Running a Meetup group is not free. I will be charging an annual $12.00 Non-refundable Membership fee. The Membership fee will be due and collected at your FIRST event (unless I get Venmo or PayPal setup) and then it will be good for one year from the date you paid. This fee is NON-REFUNDABLE (no matter what), meaning, you will not get reimbursed for whatever reason, including this Meetup group gets delete or cancelled for whatever reason and/or it you get delete from the group. If you join this group and do not attend any events within the first 4 months of signing up, you will be removed from the group. Even though you have paid Membership fees, you are still responsible for showing up at the events that you RSVP for. If you decide to rsvp and you don't show up (no show) or cancel at the last minute, meaning less than 24 hrs, you will be deleted from this group. Please be considerate.

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If an event is hosted at a private house, the owner of the house is in charge of their guest list. They can pick and choose who they would like to attend. This might mean that a private home event might automatically go into a waitlist and the owner of the home will be able to create the guest list themselves (meaning, they can pick and choose who comes into their home).

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IMPORTANT: I am not liable or responsible for you in anyway, shape or form for any event that you attend within this group. You are responsible for yourself at any events posted in this group. When you RSVP for an event, you are in agreeance to this information. No outside guests allowed at events posted on this Meetup. You MUST have a clear picture posted to join this group.

84 members · Private

Bay Area Girls Who Love Wine

Cupertino, CA

Calling all ladies who love wine, wine tasting, and wineries and who would enjoy sharing the local wine scene with others who share your passion for a great glass of vino.

Join small meetup events at local wineries and wine tasting rooms throughout the month. Group size will be 4-6 participants allowing you to get to know everyone attending and enjoy an intimate conversation with your wine.

Events each month include Testarossa JRS tastings and Wine Bar 107 gatherings, Picchetti Hiking and Picnic, and wine tasting at various local wineries in the South Bay and Penninsula.

This group is open to women 21+, backgrounds, etc.

157 members · Public