Update 05/16/13- This "Roanoke Christian Events" MeetUp website is not currently focused on a specific group but instead a place for members to post Christian events around the Roanoke area to our calender. These may be bible studies, music festivals, seminars, guest speakers, revivals, etc etc. Share whats happening with the Lord locally!! Also feel free to start or add your input to our many discussion topics here and/or post links to videos or websites where you have found God Rocking! We als …

Group created to have a place in Roanoke for people that enjoy the benefits of dancing specially those that like to Cha-cha, Merengue, Bachata and of course SALSA (on1 or on2). This is a friendly environment to practice, make friends, meet new people, share what you know. We meet every other Wednesday at 202Market (coner of Market and Campbell Ave. in downtown Roanoke). We provide a lesson before the Salsa Social. 8:15pm-9:15pm (Lesson & workshop) 9:15pm - Late (Salsa Social) Everyone over 1 …

This group is for any social dancer in the Roanoke Valley area who is looking to find a place to dance. No dance experience or partner required! Dancing is all around us here, and we try to capture and list as much as we can. Some kind of dancing is happening every day, so join in on the fun, learn a new hobby, and meet new friends! This group is perfect for new and experienced social dancers; for couples as well as people who are "partnerless" - those who are single or those but whose partners …

We are a laid back group of pagan and pagan friendly individuals looking to make connections through informal social gatherings. Come by for story telling, potluck meals, and positive atmosphere. Pagans from any walk of life are welcome to join and build a strong community here in the valley. Come on by, relax with your feet up, and soak in the positive energy created when acceptance is fostered. We can’t wait to meet you!

Welcome to Roanoke Homeschoolers! This is an all-inclusive group of homeschooling families who are committed to building and maintaining a strong sense of community and support network through regular gatherings and educational opportunities.  Members have many resources available to them -- a current family roster, an in-depth message board with forums regarding several topics, and a calendar filled with field trips, classes, social gatherings and other events. As mentioned, we are a diverse, o …

Hi, I am Lainie, the creator of the Roanoke Cooking Chicks. I created this group for women who love to cook, enjoy wine and get together. We have themed events at different members' homes. The hostess gets to choose the date, the theme and the time. The hostess will provide the main dish and the others bring theme-oriented appetizers, side dishes, drinks and desserts. It doesn’t have to be fancy, and you don’t have to be a great cook to join. The group can evolve as we choose – we can go to rest …

A meetup for people wanting to practice a second language over lunch.

Messianic-Judeo-Christianity, or Messianic Judaism, is the merger of modern day Christianity, with elements of Jewish terminology and heritage.  A misunderstood concept, which combines the most sacred gift of Jesus Christ, with the abundance of our Hebraic roots. Why ? Because Jesus, Yeshua in Hebrew, was Jewish when he was on earth, and through him we are grafted into the " good olive branch " , which is Israel ! ,           Romans 11:17-26 So Abraham also " believed God, and it was credited to …

I was born and raised in Botetourt County but recently moved back to the Roanoke Valley after a 7 year stint in Richmond. I missed my family, the mountains, nice people, and decent sweet tea. One of the few things that I find myself missing about Richmond is a forum for friends and soon-to be-friends to get together and enjoy the city's fantastically diverse and delicious restaurant scene. So here's the idea: unique restaurants, stellar food, and new friends. In the words of my friend Anne, orga …

Paper crafters preserve memories and celebrate life with a little creativity and artistry. But honestly, I like the social aspect of getting together for a craft day. I am a scrapbooker mainly, but I often host a scrap that includes knitters and needleworkers too. Meet up and discuss your works in progress and swap ideas. I am relatively new to the area and looking for a new craft group.

To stimulate and promote freedom of thought and inquiry concerning religious beliefs, creeds, dogmas, tenets, rituals, and practices. To collect and disseminate information, data, and literature on all religions and promote a more thorough understanding of them, their origins, and their histories. To advocate, labor for, and promote in all lawful ways the complete and absolute separation of state and church. To advocate, labor for, and promote in all lawful ways the establishment and maintenance …

This Meetup group is designed to bring diverse people together who have a dream and a passion for a whole new level of financial freedom. So, whether you're looking to make your business more successful or ready to finally start one - let's come together and make it happen! We're a Mastermind group and that means as a group of people we work together and contribute towards each others goals and successes. Although this group focuses on the Laptop Lifestyle - a business that you can work on anyti …

Have you been looking tirelessly for a women's golf league that consists of working women who are most available after 5 and on weekends? The After 5 Ladies Golf Meetup women of any age and any ability who prefer to play during these times. This is great for women who want to learn to play or even women who already have an established handicap to find other fun women to play with. We will meet at driving ranges and golf courses around the Roanoke area on a weekly basis. We will also offer inform …

Welcome to the RVDoggers! We are a very active group of local dog enthusiasts! We welcome all socialized and friendly dogs to participate in some awesome play dates alongside their owners. We have a variety of breeds, ages and backgrounds. Our Dog Group meets the second and last Saturdays of each month for play dates and social interaction. It's a great way for you and your furry friend to get outdoors and create new relationships while having a whole lot of doggone fun! See you there!

Screen Addicts is the movie group for the serious movie-goer. We can't get enough of the big screen or the little screen or anything in between! This movie group is committed to bringing people together through cinema of all genres through movie events as well as social events centered around anything to do with movies.

Roanoke Start-Up is designed for all types of startup companies, consultants, and freelancers.  The mission is to provide guidance, support, solutions, and community to help small business owners protect, manage and grow their business. We invite you to come to this group with an attitude of sharing and giving, not just taking. Our goal is to build relationships, helps others and work together to build a strong business community of like-minded individuals. The classifications are not restricted …

The members of the Roanoke Appalachian Trail Club are avid hikers and backpackers. We love the outdoors and we get out and hike and enjoy the trails of western Virginia as much as possible. Our club also maintains 120 miles of the Appalachian Trail as well as 16 shelters along the trail. The club was founded in 1932. We always welcome guests to come along on our hikes. We usually have two group hikes each weekend.

Looking for fellow serious, semi-serious, sort of serious or not serious at all fiction writers to get together. Recently found a little extra time to get back into writing and thought it might be fun to get together with other fiction writers and chat, write together, proof/edit, offer opinions etc. Open to making this group whatever it needs to be to fit everyone's needs.

Thinking about homeschooling? In your first year and feeling overwhelmed? Meet up with moms and dads just like you, as well as those who have taken the plunge and have been educating their children at home. We will have regular informational meetings and coffee talks in which members may ask questions and discuss the many aspects of homeschooling. This group is a sister organization of the Roanoke Homeschoolers Meetup Group. To become a member, all you need to do is: Read the guidelines on our …

This is a group for singles to get out and make new friends and find people to date.

IT executives meeting to discuss their changing roles in new business environments, collaboration, and contemporary issues.

Calling all Lesbians and Bisexual women! Let's get together for some regular socializing over brunch or coffee or whatever activities we'd like to do. We'll meet at various locations in Roanoke and the surrounding areas. Locations can be shaped by our membership (are you in Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Lexington, etc?... hope to hear from you about your needs). This is an event for just the ladies... let's have fun while creating community.

This is a group for widows and widowers over the age of 50. Let's get together for social activities such as lunch or dinner at a local restaurant, a trip to the movies, shopping excursions, etc. This is not a grief support group but rather an opportunity to do fun and interesting things with fun and interesting people who also happen to be single once again.

Our Mission: Leading Ladies Inner Circle is a premier network designed for the Purpose-driven businesswoman called to impact the marketplace with her unique gifts. Our goal is to provide a platform for Leading Ladies everywhere to gain both exposure and support needed to: Further your mission Accomplish your goals Bring your dreams to life Increase your income, influence and results We attract women who are smart, successful, faith-filled, and have a deep passion to make a positive impact in the …