We are a group of Jersey City Moms with children ranging from newborn to the age of 6. Some of us stay at home, while others work full or part time. We live in all areas of Jersey City, with most of our members and events occurring in the downtown area. We like to get together for play dates and outings of all types, moms-only events, book clubs, family events and anything else that we find interesting. We are an *active* group and expect all of our members to be active participants. While we do …

Meet other NYC chicken enthusiasts! Come together to explore chicken coops, attend workshops, share information and resources and celebrate city chickens. This group is for the beginner and experienced alike. What can you do here? You can: *Post your questions and comments on this group's Message Board (see menu to the left). *Attend a meetup! See below for upcoming City Chicken meetups, workshops, events, tours, coop builds, etc. *Host a meetup at your coop! Please suggest a time a …

There's a resurgence in the popularity of oysters and we've formed the New York Oyster Lovers Meet up to gather like minded folks to share their love of these delicious bivalves. Old hand ostreaphiles and oyster newbies alike are all welcome. We'll have outtings to oyster bars, restaurants, and farms to taste old and new oyster varieties from West Coast and East Coast and learn about wine and beer pairings that go well with oysters.   RSVP PoliciesDue to event exclusivity and occupancy limitat …

Want to find out about free and frugal events in your nook of the city?  Want to meet other families and head out to events together? Or maybe you just want to meet up for coffee or a home playdate? If that sounds great, let's make it a date! Join us for fun with your family and ours! I make it my business to find out about everything frugal for families in NYC and you can be sure that I will keep you in the know. Our calendar is always filled with events (to fit whatever crazy schedule you a …

Want to host a hive or bring other pollinators to your garden or rooftop, looking for honey from your neighborhood, or beekeeper seeking assistance? Want to join summer hands-on activities, harvest with us, or connect with a program for your school? Read more below Press inquiries email: buzz.nycbeekeeping@gmail.com Please click & scroll down for events that interest you! Bee Rescue Hotline: 917-740-4BEE It is swarm season, when bee colonies naturally reproduce. Though we teach how to min …

… Sunnyside, Woodside, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ridgewood, Jackson Heights, Hunters Point in Long Island City, and Astoria. Brooklynites welcome too! Greenpoint & Williamsburg residents, and others who live nearby! You can also find out about Local Businesses, get offers & deals from local businesss & more.    IF YOU OWN A LOCAL BUSINESS OR OFFER A SERVICE, WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING SPONSORSHIP OFFERS. (Contact the Organizer for more info).  EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO SUGGEST PLAYDATES AND HOST! TELL …

Have you ever been to a green networking event? There is a lot of talk about food & organic farming, sustainable practices, clean tech, green buildings, climate change, "the environment" (whatever that is).  Within the "green" conversation, these topics get plenty of coverage. Fewer people are talking about urban ecological issues, yet the world’s population is now living in urban, rather than rural, areas. The future of nature is urban. Let's get together to talk about nature in cities and how …

… BQ's, beaches, water parks, exercise, amusement parks, arts and crafts, paint, sculpt, get artsy and messy, amusement parks, libraries, MNO, storytimes, go for walks, go window-shopping, sightseeing, skating, bowling, berry-picking, visit farms, the City,  etc etc...and simply have lots of fun in beautiful, amazing New York!   * ♥ ˚ ˚✰˚ ˛★* 。 ღ˛° 。N Y C  and  L O N G   I S L A N D :  ★ *˚ .ღ 。★ *˛ ˚♥*   We will have playdates scheduled on weekdays and weekends too at various locations throughout …

Durians, lychees, rambutan, monstera, mangosteen, cherimoya, mangoes, passion fruit, june berries, gooseberries, currents. Meet others who share your passion for fruits. We'll shop for fruits together around the city (Chinatown, Queens etc), take trips to pick your own farms, and plan trips to Malaysia, Hawaii, Brazil, Thailand and other faraway places with exotic fruits. Inspired by Adam Leith Gollner "Fruit Hunters" - a must read for any fruit lover. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/140010 …

The New York Locavore Experience is a membership group for New York City residents interested in exploring a seasonal, local approach to eating. Members will learn how to shop locally, seasonal, organically, and ethically, in addition to engaging in regularly food and farm trips throughout New York. Mon-members welcome.

… TheLefferts Farm Food Cooperative focuses on serving residents of Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Crown Heights, East Flatbush, as well as to the larger New York City metropolitan area. The Lefferts Farm Food Cooperative adheres to the principals outlined by the International Cooperative Alliance. Our objectives are to: 1. Sell affordable, sustainable, and culturally-relevant food and products that are easily accessible to the communities we serve at the lowest price possible; 2. Address issues and p …

… You can start right now, be it a 100 acre farm or a studio apartment in the city.  It matters not how much you do but what your intentions are, and if you're here... you are most likely a kindred spirit.   Homesteading at Home is where we will connect with like-minded people who share an interest in sustainable, self-sufficient living. Our focus will be on all things connected with starting, maintaining, and growing our homestead including: Growing and preserving our own food Making home-brew b …