Net2NO (pronounced "NetSquared New Orleans" or "Net Two Know") is known as the "granddaddy the tech and startup community" in New Orleans. Founded in 2008 as a way to get local entrepreneurs, innovators and tech people into the same room, it has grown from a mere 30 members to over 1, 000 people. We're the fourth largest Net2Local meetup group in the world (out of 75 total), and our members have started a variety of spinoff groups, events and companies including GNOCODE, Closing the NOLA Gap (an …

Are you in your 20's or early 30's, new to the area, or just looking to socialize and make some new friends? Nola25 is a group for those in their 20's or early 30's in the New Orleans area who want to get out and have some fun! Also anyone is welcome to suggest new events :) Hope to see you soon!

This group is dedicated to uniting networkers in New Orleans in the focus of growing the member knowledge base on technology, social networking, local search, marketing, PR, content and any other related geeky elements. Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NOLAnetworking Follow us on Twitter @NOLAnetworking

The Catholic Fellowship Community is a group established for men and women, single or married, in their 20s, and 30s. Our goal is to provide spiritual, social and community oriented activities that are fun and inspirational. We hope that our members are able to create new friendships and good connections while participating in meaningful spiritual activities.

I loved the show girlfriends! Did you love it too?? Are you Maya, Toni, Joan or Lynn? Even if you're not, Girlfriends will provide an opportunity to get out of the house and enjoy New Orleans with other African-American females or any women for that matter! The best thing about the show was the variety of personalities within each character! There is no one type of person for this group, all personalities are welcome! If you're new to town, been around a while and simply don't get out enou …

Work on your social and dating skills with us. Our meetups include presentations from world-reknowned dating coaches. At the tailend we have optional field trips, in which we go to public venues, meet people, interact and get useful feedback, sometimes from professionals, that helps us all improve our social skills -- especially with women. We have members who are as old as the most senior of senior citizens, but you must be at least 18 years old to join. We are also lucky enough to have contr …

On Saturday, August 8th, eleven young entrepreneurs dedicated to create social change through technology met at the Launch Pad facility at 643 Magazine Street to create a task force to design and build solutions for the New Orleans community. Inspired by the energy and enthusiasm of BarCampNOLA and the NET2O meetup group, our mission is to help organizations that may not have the resources to design and create their own solutions to expand their impact on our community. People we serve – include …

Are you intrested in enjoying cocktails both old and new in old New Orleans bars or a new hip lounge? We are a group of extremely friendly socialites who focus on making connections with other folks, and mingling in relaxing and friendly social settings. We work hard to keep a great group dynamic, to make you feel comfortable and welcome at our events. We are not sponsored by any bars or restaurants. The organizers of the group act completely on voluntary basis. We are free of commercial interes …

Lake Pontchartrain Sailors Association will be a truly unique organization, chartered especially for people who have an interest in sailing. Everyone from novices to experienced sailors are welcome. Whether you want to learn to sail or crew on various sailboats, there is something for everyone regardless of your personal sailing experience and knowledge. We sail on Wednesday evenings from the New Orleans Yacht Club in West End. You should get there as early as you can (5:30 is a good time to get …

A social group for the discussion and sharing of ideas on books, art, science, politics, world travel, languages and any other topics of interest.

Your local NOW chapter brings feminists together to address issues concerning women's rights and health in our community. We host social activities designed to encourage participation, friendship and connecting with others who share your interests. We usually meet at least once each month on Sunday, but check in regularly in case we have a special event on another day of the week. Connie, GNO-NOW Secretary http://www.nolanow.org/ (504) 364-4444

The Volunteer Vixens is a giving circle comprised of like-minded women who share the same love of philanthropy. Our active, team approach to philanthropy allows us to ultimately enhance the impact on the causes we support and better meet the needs of the individuals and organizations that we are serving. The best part about our giving circle is that it brings a diverse group of women together around substantive issues while enjoying new (and old) friendships in an informal social environment. Wh …

Social, entertaining, and intelligent interaction to enhance the future prosperity of New Orleans.

Hello fellow cooking fans. New Orleans has always been a place for great cuisine. Whether it be at the start of the meal with a great appetizer, a mouth watering entree, or a delicate sweet taste of a desert, we have got all the types in this city. People have been creating new recipes and reusing old ones for years in this city. I know when my father used to own both a bakery and a pizza place how much I liked to share my family cuisine with others. I want to create a place for people that enjo …

This meetup is created for those men and women in their journey toward recovery to provide a safe, fun, and recovery-oriented social support group.

Tired of feeling patronized, or bored, or just plain dumb every time a guy starts talking about money? Are you worried that you are or, will eventually be left, holding the financial ball -- when you don't know what to do with it? LET'S FIX THAT! A recent financial services study found that women are considerably more likely than men to BELIEVE that they don't know much about money or finance. Yet, when those same women were asked actual financial questions, they were considerably more likely to …

This group is for anyone interested in learning French, for all ages, from beginners to advanced levels. The Alliance Française of New Orleans (AFNO) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting French language and culture, and to facilitate interaction and understanding between the people of Greater New Orleans and those of French speaking lands through quality education and community involvement. The AFNO offers day, evening, and Saturday classes taught by professionally-train …

Join us today - Free Registration! Mission Statement The Artisan Food Guild is dedicated to improving public access to information about local sources of food by facilitating better communication, education and collaboration within the local food and beverage community. The AFG works with farmers, producers, distributors, retailers, restaurants, educators, nonprofits, public agencies and consumers to gather, organize, sort, prioritize, promote and manage great food and beverage ideas, products, …

This is for those people who wish they had others like them, who would like to see movies, go out for lunch or dinner, go bowling, play cards, or whatever else you used to enjoy and are missing because you lost the companionship. It's for forming new friendships, laughing, and not missing out anymore because you feel alone. It's a group for people who want to join life again, and need others who have free time they want to fill and enjoy too.

Women seeking self awareness, improvement and empowerment are primary goals as we seek continued personal growth.

Today's Girlfriend represents all women. She can be a mom, sister, daughter, aunt, cousin, and of course of a Fab girlfriend. Ladies it is long overdue for the opportunity for like-minded Girlfriends to get together doing fun exciting things. Regardless of who you are, everyone needs a Girls Night Out! Yes, Ladies ........ thats what we all need.....and guess what?! You are gonna get it! This is the chance for women from all walks of life to meet new girlfriends and experience what the area (N …

The Merry Mystics is a  group of people who enjoy getting together to drum, play and learn about metaphysics, meditation, and unique spiritual paths. We hold discussions of various topics as well has have potlucks, parties, camping trips and other such activities. We are a fun group of eclectic path seekers. We have an emphasis on fun and merriment and creativity. The founders of the group are visual artists and musicians. We promote creativity and spirituality through the excitement of daily li …

Every Saturday the Mid-City Volleyball Group (a nonprofit organization) offers youth clinics from 9:30am to 11:30am. At 11:45am MCVG runs a "speed" tournament that takes about two and a half hours to complete. It's quads co-ed volleyball that's a little bit like a King of the Beach format, so you get to play with a variety of people each day. The cost of the tournament is $5.00, and it's open to adults of all skill levels (occasionally an advanced junior will join us). After the tournament ends …

Meet other Scrabble fans in the flesh! Scrabble addicts make a special crazy social club - purpose is to have fun, play games & socialize. Bring your turntable board & your 4th edition Official Scrabble Dictionary or current Official Word List if you have them. Organizing meeting will be in Gretna on Saturday November 8 at 1 pm in the home of your organizer. We will be shooting toward regular weekend games every other week. This club will welcome all ability levels. Except... sorry, it isn't tou …

This group is for mediators and arbitrators who want to share stories and ideas and plan events, as well as travel to conferences and work on panels together. Attorney and non-attorney mediators are welcome, as well as students and research professionals.

Everyone loves to be the first in most anything, but restaurants especially here in New Orleans. Some of the restaurants are weeks old- others months. All types of foodies from fine dining to mom and pop shops - but never buffets, cafeterias or chains. Some restaurants will offer a fixed price for a chef's selected course and/or dine as you will from your choice - the latter is great for the light eater or budget concerned. We predominantly dine on Wednesday evenings @ 6:30pm and offer the most …

PlugIn is a group for public health professionals...to network, to foster relationships, to share ideas & skills, and to further our reach through collaboration. There is so much going on in New Orleans, and at times we are unaware of the work others are doing. We have colleagues that can offer advice on projects, organizations working towards similar goals, early career professionals heading for mistakes that more seasoned people could council them to avoid. If we can all be more connected, mor …

This meetup group has a triple focus: [1] To enable local expatriates/foreigners/immigrants/etc. to connect, meet face-to-face, socialize regardless of nationalities; [2] To be inclusive of Americans who have lived abroad or simply have a passion for international travel and world cultures -- and thus allow both populations to interact for the sheer fun of it; [3] To be a responsible forum for global issues such as poverty and economic cooperation, geopolitics, cultural exchange and understandin …