
What we’re about
This group is for fun and active people who want to socialize and make some lasting friendships. We have a positive and energetic vibe going in this group with an emphasis on a safe and fun environment. It is open to adults of all ages, and members are welcome to post events (let me know if you want to do that!). Please scroll and read all of the policies below. THIS IS NOT A DATING GROUP!
8/26/25 NOTE:
- I am going to try going "dues free" in this group, and instead ask people to contribute a couple bucks at their first event, occasionally enable fundraising, or post a fundraising event to help cover the expensive Organizer fee. Those of you who have been members and have paid dues or gave a generous donation - a big THANK YOU, your contribution has been logged and you are covered!
- While going to restaurants is always fun, I am going to try to focus on more active events moving forward.
GROUP POLICIES:
- To join, you MUST have a profile picture with a clear view of your face and use your real first name. (You're photo must be of you, not a pic of just your pet, not an abstract art pic, etc.)
- To join, you must be based in Northern Ohio. If not, you'll have to explain in the Join Questions why you are trying to joing the group, and could be declined at the Organizer's discretion.
- Per Meetup policies, membership in this group is at the discretion of the Organizer.
- No discussion of politics or other divisive topics. Keep things friendly!
- This is NOT a dating group! Obviously it's ok for people to connect, but that is not the focus of this group, please don't come to events expecting that, and please do not put me in the middle. I am not a matchmaker and will not respond to requests for personal information about others, nor will I pass on messages to others.
- No bad behavior at any event, in chats, in comments, or with organizer/event hosts. Violating policies and/or bad behavior can result in being removed and banned from the group.
- If you RSVP you are expected to show up. If something comes up and you can't make it, it is super easy, barely an inconvenience to just change your RSVP!
- If there is a Wait List, Members and Trial Members in Good Standing will be given priority. Good Standing means you do not have a chronic history of No Shows, or very Late Dropping out. People with a history of No Shows, Very Late, and/or Chronic Late Dropping Out will be moved to the Wait List.
- HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT: You join and attend events at your own risk, and AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Meetup, the Group Organizer, and the Event Hosts from any loss, liability, damage or cost, including court costs and attorney's fees, that they may incur due to your participation in said activity, WHETHER CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES or otherwise.
- THANKS, AND NOW LET'S HAVE SOME FUN!
Upcoming events (4)
See all- GOODTIME III CruiseGoodtime III, Cleveland, OH
Join us for a good time on the GOODTIME III, a spectacular two-hour narrated cruise along the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie with views of downtown Cleveland, the Flats, and surrounding areas. Afterwards, maybe at Li Wah's? (separate event for dinner to be posted).
- Buy a ticket for the Sept. 19, 3:00 PM Narrated Sightseeing Cruise.
- https://goodtimeiii.com/sightseeing-cruise/#1589724072708-bf142ac7-6973
- GOODTIME III says plan to arrive into the Downtown Cleveland area about 45 minutes prior to allow time to park.
- Boarding starts at 2:30 PM and doors close at 2:50 PM. The ship won't wait for you - be there early so you don't miss it!
- Tickets are non-refundable and are NOT transferrable. You MUST have your photo ID, the credit card you used to buy your ticket, and your QR code to board.
You can buy cancellation insurance during checkout.
- Li Wah's @ Asia PlazaLi Wah, Cleveland, OH
Time for some Asian Food - Li Wah has always been one of our favorites! Join us for some good food, good company, and to celebrate Jodi's birthday!
- I'll make a reservation after I see how many people are interested.
- Plenty of parking in Asia Plaza, I usually park by the grocery store.
- https://liwahrestaurant.com/food
As always, please keep your RSVP up to date!
- Ravenna Balloon A-FairPortage County Fairground's, Randolph, OH
Come enjoy Hot Air Balloons and more at the Ravenna Balloon A-Fair, Saturday, September 27th at The Portage County Fairgrounds!
- Pricing, Admissions, & Directions
- $5 parking per car, $5 entry fee per person
- Bring friends if you like
- PLEASE NOTE: This is a large venue site with a variety of concurrent activities. I cannot guarantee that the group will always be together, but every hour or so I will post here in comments where we are. If you are a slow walker, can't keep up, want to move faster, or want to do/see a different part of the festival bring a friend or be comfortable being on your own. You don't have to arrive at 3:00 pm, come whenever you want, stay as long as you want.
- I will bring W! name tags so we can quickly identify group members while roaming the site (optionally you can put your first name on it). Check in with me on arrival to get a name tag, to figure out where I am check the comments section.
Schedule:
3:00pm - Gates Open
3:00pm - Jeep Show sponsored by Haasz Automall
4:00pm - Car Crush (as part of the Jeep Show)
3:00pm-6:30pm - Invincible: Pat Benatar Tribute Band
7:00pm-11:00pm ESCAPE: The Journey Tribute Band
5:00pm - Hot Air Balloons Lift off followed by Static Displays that let you onto the field with the balloons (Weather Permitting)
9:00pm - Fireworks sponsored by Myers Appliance
All day activities:
Food Vendors, Wine & Beer Garden by West Main Street Winery, Craft Booths, Helicopter Rides, Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides, Monster Truck Rides, Inflatables, Mechanical Bull, Axe Throwing, Putt Putt Golf, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Face Painting, Trackless Train Rides
- The Balloon A-Fair is held rain or shine
- All hot-air balloon lift-offs are weather permitting
- Entrance fees and parking are non-refundable
- No drones, firearms, bicycles, skates, skateboards,
- or pets of any kind are allowed at The Portage County Fairgrounds