About us
🎉 Welcome to the Rockland & Bergen Social Sandbox!
Note you don't have to pay a fee to join this group! See the bottom of description for info about Meetup+
Looking to meet new people, make genuine connections, and have some fun along the way? You’ve found the right place!
If you would like to be kept in the loop of our events and be eligible to be invited to private invite only events, be sure to join our mailing list at:
join.RocklandSocialSandbox.com
you can also check out our Instagram page at:
www.instagram.com/rocklandsocialsandbox
The Rockland & Bergen Social Sandbox is a friendly community for adults in Rockland County, NY and Bergen County, New Jersey who want to get out, explore, and enjoy life with others who are also open to meeting new friends.
We believe that making friends as an adult shouldn’t be awkward or complicated — it should be easy, natural, and fun! Think of this group as your social sandbox: a place where everyone can come out to play, chat, laugh, and try something new.
🌟 What We Do
We host a variety of relaxed, low-pressure social events such as:
Walk & Talk meetups at local parks and trails
Coffee catch-ups and brunch gatherings ☕
Game nights, happy hours, and seasonal events 🎲🍷
Local adventures around Rockland and nearby Northern NJ
Our goal is simple — to build a welcoming community where people can connect in real life, whether you’re new to the area, recently retired, working remotely, or just looking to expand your social circle.
What is Meetup+ ???
Meetup recently introduced Meetup+ which has made it so that some features have been disabled or obfuscated unless you pay for a Meetup+ subscription. They changed the interface to make it look like people need to subscribe to Meetup+ in order to join the site, but you don't. It works just fine using the free option, it is just a bit more annoying. Organizers already pay a large fee to run Meetup groups. You do not need to pay to join this group.
Upcoming events
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Walk and Talk around Rockland Lake
Rockland Lake State Park - Parking Field #4, 299 Rockland Lake Rd, Valley Cottage, NY, USLooking for a fun, easy way to stay active and meet new people?
Join us for a friendly walk around beautiful Rockland Lake — perfect for anyone who likes walking outdoors and getting out in the fresh air while making some new friends.
We’ll take a relaxed-paced walk around the lake (about 3 miles), chat along the way, and enjoy the scenery, fresh air, and good company. It’s not a race — just a chance to get some light exercise and meet friendly people in the community.
Bring your comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, and your smile!
Note This event is posted on multiple platforms. You can also RSVP for this event on Partiful at:
https://partiful.com/e/EuHbeLxwWRJVGkn1IdDOPlan:
We’ll meet at Parking Field #4 at the entrance to the lake a few minutes before 6 PM. The organizer will be holding blue balloons to make it easy to spot the group.
Everyone is welcome!
Come solo or bring a friend — this is an easygoing, social get-together for people who enjoy walking, talking, and making new connections.
RSVP to let us know you’re coming, and feel free to invite others who might enjoy a stroll and some friendly conversation at Rockland Lake!
5 attendees
Sunday Funday Brunch
AquaTerra Grille, 420 North Middletown Road, Pearl River, NY, US## 🥂 Sunday Brunch Social @ AquaTerra (Unlimited Mimosas!)
Reserve your spot at:
https://RSS-Sunday-Brunch-4-12-26.eventbrite.comJoin us for a relaxed and social Sunday brunch at AquaTerra Grille — the perfect way to meet new people, enjoy great food, and kick off your Sunday with good vibes.
### 📅 Event Details
- Date: Sunday, April 12
- Time: 12PM
- Location: AquaTerra Grille, Pearl River, NY
- Group Size: Limited to 10 people
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### 🍳 What to Expect
- Delicious brunch buffet
- 🥂 Unlimited mimosas
- A small, friendly group — ideal for actually connecting (not just showing up!)
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### 💵 Pricing
- Brunch Cost: $35 (paid at the restaurant; excludes tax & tip)
- Deposit to RSVP: $10
👉 $5 of your deposit will be returned to you at the event
This helps ensure committed attendees and keeps the group high-quality.
Pay deposit at:
https://RSS-Sunday-Brunch-4-12-26.eventbrite.com***
### ⚠️ Important (Please Read)
- Spots are extremely limited (only 10 people)
- Registration is first come, first served
- Your spot is only secured once you complete your RSVP + deposit
- No-shows forfeit the deposit
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### 👋 About This Event
This brunch is part of the Rockland Social Sandbox — a community focused on helping people meet new friends through fun, low-pressure local events.
Whether you're new to the area or just looking to expand your social circle, this is a great opportunity to connect over great food and drinks.***
### 🔥 Don’t Wait
These smaller events typically fill up fast.
👉 Reserve your spot now before it sells out8 attendees
Past events
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