About us
About Us
We’re excited to continue growing our MetroWest community and creating more opportunities for adults to connect, socialize, and build real friendships close to home.
This is a member-led community group focused on helping adults build genuine friendships through local social events, shared interests, and meaningful connections.
Our active community is hosted on Heylo, where members can view events, connect with each other, and help shape the community.
Join us at: https://heylo.group/walthamsocial 💕
Visit us at: walthamsocial.com
I started this community 9 years ago to create a friendly, local space for people to meet, socialize, and build real connections close to home. It’s been my passion to keep this community going and bring people together in a fun, relaxed environment.
We encourage you to visit our website and learn more about our community, events, and values to see if this is the right fit for what you’re looking for.
Who Is This Group For?
This group is for people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s living in Framingham, MetroWest, and surrounding areas who want to:
✔️ Connect and make new friends without needing to go into Boston
✔️ Explore local restaurants, pubs, and outdoor activities
✔️ Enjoy walks, hikes, kayaking, and seasonal outings
✔️ Meet people who are genuinely interested in building community
✔️ Be part of creating a welcoming space where friendships can grow naturally
I'm slightly outside the age range, can I still join?
We’re not super strict, but we do ask that you be honest when answering the membership questions.
This group is geared toward people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s+ because most members are in that stage of life. If you're just outside that range but genuinely feel you'd fit in socially, that’s totally fine. What matters most is that you're a good match for the vibe of the group.
Please don’t fudge your age just to join. We want to keep things open and authentic. It helps us maintain a comfortable, relatable, and welcoming environment for everyone.
Our Goal
We aim to create a space where people can build meaningful, real-life friendships through consistent, in-person connection.
In today’s busy, screen-heavy world, forming genuine relationships can be difficult, especially close to home. This group exists to make that easier by bringing people together in a way that feels natural, low-pressure, and welcoming.
More than just attending events, our goal is to build a community where members contribute, show up for each other, and help shape the experience over time.
Why Join Us?
Our events are casual, low-pressure, and designed to help you connect naturally with others.
Whether you’re new to the area or looking to expand your social circle, if you’re friendly, respectful, and want to be part of a community, you’re welcome here.
We value members who engage honestly and positively; that’s what keeps this group fun and inclusive for everyone.
How You Can Help Keep the Group Alive
This group thrives when members share in the fun and the effort! If you love the community and want it to keep growing, here are simple ways to help:
✅ Invite fellow members to events that you're interested in to foster a sense of community
✅ Suggest event ideas through the community or member feedback channels
✅ Volunteer to host, co-host events, or help behind the scenes when you feel ready
Hosting can be as easy or involved as you want it to be, and even occasional help makes a big difference. I’m here to support you throughout the process.
Membership Dues
This group has a $15 annual membership contribution.
Your membership helps support the ongoing costs of running the community, including the hosting platform, group resources, event supplies, and future community-building opportunities.
The annual model allows members to participate in events throughout the year without paying individually for each one, while helping create a more sustainable and consistent experience for everyone.
Your support helps keep the group active, welcoming, and growing.
Membership Requirements
• A clear, identifiable profile photo (so the host can recognize you at events for safety)
• Completion of membership questions
• Taking a moment to review the group’s About page or website (walthamsocial.com) to ensure it’s a good fit for what you’re looking for
If you prefer not to display a public photo, please message the organizer to request the group’s official email, and send a photo for verification before your request can be approved.
Group Expectations & Community Guidelines
To help keep our group safe, respectful, and welcoming for all, we’ve put together a shared document outlining our community guidelines.
Please take a moment to review them before attending events.
Upcoming events
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Coffee Social at the Café: Connect with Local Friends
Cafe on the Common, 676 Main St, Waltham, ma, USAbout Our Community
Friends Beyond Boston – Waltham Social (20s–40s) is a local community built around genuine connection, small events, and welcoming spaces where people can actually get to know each other.
We put a lot of care into creating a friendly, intentional environment, both at events and between them.
We’re a member-led group, which means members are welcome (never required) to host or cohost simple events with support, it’s how we keep things fun, varied, and shaped by the people who make this community special.
We’re moving to our new home on Heylo, where members can stay connected more easily.
Join us on Heylo: https://heylo.group/walthamsocial
Learn more on our website: https://walthamsocial.comOur coffee socials are one of our core recurring events and a great way to meet friendly, welcoming members.
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About this event:Looking to meet new people over a great cup of coffee?
Join us at Café on the Common in Waltham for a relaxed, conversational Coffee Social!The café’s cozy atmosphere makes it a perfect spot to connect with others, unwind, and start your morning with community.
We’ll get together for friendly conversation and a laid-back morning together. This event is great for anyone looking to meet like-minded people, whether you’re new to the area or just looking to expand your circle.
It's a great one if you're looking to get to know the group also with a low key event.
☕ Please support the café by making a purchase, as we are using their space and their staff is awesome!
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⏰ Timing
The event is listed for one hour because that’s the time I can usually commit to as the host, but we almost always stay longer, myself included.Feel free to join a little later if needed and stay as long as you'd like to chat and connect.
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🚗 Parking
The Central Square Parking Deck (a 2-minute walk) is free on Sundays.
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⚠️ RSVP Policy (Please Read)This is a private event for members of this community group who RSVP in advance through this community group.
For safety and group flow, walk-ins and guests who are not on the RSVP list will not be able to join the event.
We love meeting new people, just make sure to RSVP ahead of time so we know you're coming!
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make new friends • new in town • social coffee meetup • waltham • framingham • watertown • arlington • belmont • lexington • metrowest • café on the common • casual chat • friendly faces • sunday morning • welcoming • connections • community • friendships1 attendee
🎭 Don't Tell Comedy — Secret Stand Up Show, Laughs, Great Company
Waltham Common, Main and Moody Streets, Waltham, MA, USAbout Our Community
Friends Beyond Boston – Waltham Social (20s–40s) is a local community built around genuine connection, small events, and welcoming spaces where people can actually get to know each other.
We’re a member-led group, which means members are welcome (never required) to host or cohost simple events with support, it’s how we keep things fun, varied, and shaped by the people who make this community special.
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About this event:Okay, so I "discovered" Don't Tell Comedy last year and it was way more fun than I expected. This will be our third event of these with the group and I'm excited to see where it'll be this time around.
I'm inviting you all to come with me to find out again this year! 🎤
This is one of those experiences that's better with people, which is exactly what our group is about: making new friends, trying new things together, and actually getting out there.
Saturday, August 15 - secret indoor location in Waltham (address emailed morning-of), doors open 6:30 PM, show starts at 7:00 PM.
The comedian lineup is a surprise until showtime, but expect 4-7 performers and about 70-90 minutes of comedy.
Drinks available for purchase, 21+ event.
Tickets are $30.
These shows are popular and sell out quickly, so don't wait!🎟️ You MUST purchase your ticket directly, RSVP-ing here doesn't secure your spot.
👉 Grab your ticket here: https://www.donttellcomedy.com/shows/boston-19818/Perfect for anyone looking to meet new people and build friendships through a fun shared experience.
Let's do this! 🙌
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⏰ Timing
Saturday, August 15 - secret indoor location in Waltham (address emailed morning-of), doors open 6:30 PM, show starts at 7:00 PM.
The comedian lineup is a surprise until showtime, but expect 4-7 performers and about 70-90 minutes of comedy.
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Parking
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This is an event for members of this community group who RSVP in advance.For safety and group flow, walk-ins and guests not on the RSVP list cannot join.
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Past events
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