This event starts at 12:00 pm ET (Michigan time) which is 11:00 am CT (Chicago time). because of the expected difficulty entering the park and parking, expect that the hike will set off at 12:30 ET. because of the popularity of this park on summer weekends, there could be extensive parking delays. if you can […]

The Stray Dog officially opens at 12 ET, but if there are people waiting at the door, they will sometimes open 10-20 minutes earlier than that. so that we are able to sit together at this popular location, i'd like to be there when they actually open the doors. to find our group if you […]

Ghost Isle Brewery officially opens at 12 ET, but if there are people waiting at the door, they will sometimes open 10-20 minutes earlier than that. so that we are able to sit together at this popular location, i'd like to be there when they actually open the doors. to find our group if you […]

Bocce ball at River Saint Joe Thursday evenings from 6-8 all summer long with Harbor Country Bocce Club. Craig will be hosting and will be there Thursday evenings if you feel like checking it out. See the link below. Here are the details We play every Wednesday New Buffalo Township park, usually 8 to 12 […]

* **This is not an actual event but an announcement for the upcoming changes. I wrote this for the NIA group but will share here so we have a cross over.** * * We are in the process of merging Northern Indiana Adventures and Southwest Michigan Friends groups into one group. We will be the […]

Sun morning hike around the Riverwalk. We can park near the Dental Center and meet near the trailhead. This will be a moderately hike. Once around is 2.5 miles. There are a few nice places to eat if you would like to go have a bite. I won't be able to go to eat after. […]

## Details **A lovely, Autumn Equinox sacred wander of a small beach off of Lake Michigan** **Where**: MODIFIED Warren Dunes State Park Entry Fee $11 option to comment below and Car Pool -- note if you have a State Pass and don't mind chauffering others in! **When**: Sunday, September 22nd 4pm **BRING:** comfy attire & […]

One of our members, Denis Ryan will be playing his guitar at the Acorn Theater Sun evening at 6pm. Denis is also a very talented song writer. This is an open mic night, admission is free, donations encouraged. Here is the link with the info https://www.acornlive.org/events/open-mic-9-22-24/ Enjoy an evening with live music and support one […]

Meet the symposium’s participating artists and experience their creative process through live demonstrations. This is part of the Indigenizing Museums series. They have events happening Thursday and Friday. We wil meet in the gallery near the entrance. Please use your google maps to get to the correct location because meetup does not recognize 100 Raclin […]

💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **Lipstick, Floofy Hair & Cute Outfits and Cocktails!** (all optional) - but you get the drift. 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **We are going out on the town the first friday of each month**. This will be a repeating event (if people are in to it!). The event is primarily for those who identify as female who want […]

We will meet down by the boat launch in the parking lot. When you enter the park, turn right and stay on that road until you see the canoe rental building and the parking lot. You can only enter the park off of Auten Rd. Be aware if your gps takes you into Michigan, you […]

Zisla was a wonderful artist and teacher. We can meet at the gallery to explore the show, then go to lunch afterwards. This exhibition showcases a selection of Harold Zisla’s paintings from the permanent collections of the South Bend Museum of Art, Indiana University South Bend’s Raclin School of the Arts, Temple Beth-El in South […]

🩴☀️😎⛵👣🐕‍🦺This is a repeating Monthly wander along the lake and sandy dunes/beach The focus will be on the SW Michigan Beaches! **1) October Wander** will be in **South Haven** ---those familiar, please comment on BEST 1-2 hour walk/hike AND/OR good post-hike group dining (right now I have us starting at Pilgrim Haven)!! IDEAL lake & […]

We will go for an afternoon hike at Warren Dunes state park on the shores of Lake Michigan. This is about a 5 mile hike. It is a bit more difficult with the dunes but the pace will be moderate. We can start with the trail entrance off the beach, take that to trail 4, […]

We will go for a quick hike around the lakes at Notre Dame and maybe a bit on campus. This is an easy hike, with clear lighted paths. This will be a pet friendly hike. Please update your RSVP. Dorr Rd is off of SR933, the light at the WNDU Station. Turn and go to […]

MODIFIED ARRIVAL TIME, we need to be there by 6pm! So we are meeting at Tippecanoe at 5:45pm instead of 6:15. I must have misread the original post. **🎭🗡️EACH of you should have received a Meetup Message, Facebook Messenger or Phone Text with your character name and a description of who you are by 6:30p […]

We will do this hike again since it's a favorite. ✌️ afternoon hike at Warren Dunes state park on the shores of Lake Michigan. This is about a 5 mile hike. It is a bit more difficult with the dunes but the pace will be moderate. We can start with the trail entrance off the […]

Thy have an open crochet/knitting/craft night at The Well every Thursday evening. We will be there Nov 14th and have some light instructions, if needed or just come and crocket together. Bring whatever project you are working on. It is a coffee shop so they have teas and coffee to drink. Bring yarn and crocket […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! Contra dance is a traditional form of dance done in long lines of people facing each other. The term is the English equivalent of the French *contredanse,* with *contre* meaning “against” or “opposite.” Contra dance dates back to the 18th century in Britain, France, and North America. […]

if you can't find parking at the main lot, there is a huge overflow parking area across Mineral Springs rd. meet near the washrooms at Chellberg Farm at 11 CT, 12 ET this event will be sponsored jointly with Rick's Hiking and Fun Group https://www.meetup.com/Ricks-Hiking-Fun-Group/ . Wabash Valley Hiking & Social Group https://www.meetup.com/wabash-valley-hiking-social-meetup-group/ dear hiking […]

🩴☀️😎⛵👣🐕‍🦺This is a repeating Monthly wander along the lake and sandy dunes/beach The focus will be on the SW Michigan Beaches! **1) October Wander** will be in **South Haven** ---those familiar, please comment on BEST 1-2 hour walk/hike AND/OR good post-hike group dining (right now I have us starting at Pilgrim Haven)!! IDEAL lake & […]

We will discuss _Camino Island_by John Grisham. This is the first in a series of three books. The third one, Camino Ghosts, came out this summer. We will meet at Frankie's Tacos on Mishawaka Ave. at 5:45 p.m.

We will discuss _Camino Island_by John Grisham. This is the first in a series of three books. The third one, Camino Ghosts, came out this summer. We will meet at Frankie's Tacos on Mishawaka Ave. at 5:45 p.m.

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **TUESDAY Turkey Day Week, Day Trip to Chicago** to visit the **(https://www.christkindlmarket.com/history-tradition/) (>>>We will probably shoot for the **5:30ish CT train departure** and 8:30ish SBN arrival. (though you are welcome to stay later if you like!). *IF there is something special to see/do that evening, I could possibly be talked into staying […]

I’ll probably be ready for a quick hike 😊 will you? We will go for a quick hike around the lakes at Notre Dame. This is an easy hike, with clear lighted paths. This will be a kid/pet friendly hike. Please update your RSVP. Dorr Rd is off of SR933, the light at the WNDU […]

We will take a hike through the trails in Potato Creek State Park on Black Friday. Opting outside for a social hike. Potato Creek has an eagle’s nest near by and an osprey nest in the park. This will be a moderate/fast hike. A few inclines, with clear trails. It may be muddy in spots. […]

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY Extravaganza BEGINS** **Thanksgiving walk off the Turkey waddle🦃🍗🥧** We will enjoy a leisure hike around the infinity loop through St Patricks Park & Mad Bert... about 4-5 miles, depending on trail conditions 1.5 to 2 hours. Park near the river, where they usually launch the boats and near the brown-grey barn bathrooms/tubing hill and […]

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **DTSB First Friday Cocktails!** 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 We will begin at Perry's (old Emporium Bldg) for Wine Tasting Then meander over to Ironhand or the Cellar, and then carpool over to DTSB first night festivities including a stop at Spirits. Dress to the Holiday NINES or comfy -- your choice. **🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA EVENTS🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** * […]

💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **Lipstick, Floofy Hair & Cute Outfits and Cocktails!** (all optional) - but you get the drift. 💋👗🍷🍾🍸💃 **We are going out on the town the first friday of each month**. This will be a repeating event (if people are in to it!). The event is primarily for those who identify as female who want […]

We will have an ugly sweater doggy hike around the Riverwalk in Mishawaka. Bring your pup or other pet in their favorite holiday outfit and we will have a little parade around the riverwalk to showcase our furry friends. Then we will hike around the Riverwalk ending with a pupcup for our favorite fur baby. […]

I’m not able to make the show but for anyone that would like to connect with other people interested in going, this is for you. In order to purchase tickets in a block, pick a date that works for everyone and you can purchase the same location at that time. Here is the link to […]

Our book for December 11th is "Things Don't Break on Their Own" by Sarah Easter Collins. We will meet at Rohr's on the ND Campus for dinner and discussion. I hope to see you there!

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA 🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **Location:** Meet at Baroda Round Barn Entrance. Each Portion is optional or modifiable YOU do YOU! or as the group figures out the best flow...all rather weather dependant of course. 1. Option 5 wine tastings $25 2. Bourbon(?) Cocktail Area 3. Live Music and possible Mini Christmas Market 4. Igloo hangout 5. […]

LIGHTS at Fernwood will be back in the garden for the 2024 holiday season, illuminating evenings with a professionally designed light show. This enchanting experience will include light tunnels, cozy fire pits, a winter craft station, nature-inspired light sculptures, a full-sized LiteBrite, festive music, and more! Visitors will make bright memories during the most magical […]

A few of us are headed to the Candlelight Concert at Scottish Rite but are heading to Fiddlers first for a pint & some warming vittles. Join us for dindin & drinkies if you feel like getting out for a bit in the blustery weather -- Downtown is all lit up!! We will arrive at […]

**HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA** **(https://feverup.com/m/188626?utm_source=Facebook_Desktop_Feed&utm_medium=ad_smartly&utm_campaign=188626_sbn&ad_id=120214839521450248&fbclid=IwY2xjawGPRChleHRuA2FlbQEwAGFkaWQBqxbDk0lT2AEdypxuCj57rFVMnoRZPOQiOREc1_mjEDpN1jBU3tL3qeSjTDHdeLIjF6df_aem_chBQ_hndmuC_iiXrcUHCbQ&campaign_id=120214832181630248) (click for link to pay!! ASAP selling out!)** $30.75 incl fee purchase ASAP Tickets still avail as of 11/10 selling out fast. Choose **BACK BALCONY - cheap seats (guests welcome!)** **General Info** 📍 Venue: **South Bend Scottish Rite** 📅Thursday December 19 8:45p ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to […]

**🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **Meet at the zoo,** After getting ticket/paying (option to get train ride ticket / feed giraffe) go outside towards Merry Go Round to find ME with my fairy lights and the group! Dress warm & Festive!! **Costs in Comments!** We will meander around the park, take the train ride, grab a cocoa, see […]

**🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA🦃🎅🎄❄️⛄🏂** **Festive Winter Solstice BONFIRE meet at 4:!5 to get comfy and a beverage, they plan to light the fire at 430 (you can come later too! but I love the initial WHOOSH!)** 1. Meetup Modified to BONFIRE ONLY! 2. Bring weather related Comfort items (blankies if so desire - they have comfy Adirondike […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

The 8 pm time slit is sold out, they currently have a few left for 8:15. We will go for the 8pm time slot at the Ironworks Ice Rink on the Mishawaka Riverwalk arriving 10 mins early. This is a blast if you have never been! The cost is $10 for 10 minutes. To purchase […]

We will be joining Rick's group for a New Year's Eve adventure. We start out with a hike in Warren Woods meeting there at 2pm South Bend timezone, this is about an hour hike. Eileen is hosting the even and has a wonderful day and evening planned. Please see her description below and let me […]

**White Winter (or not so white) Forest Bathing Shin-rin Yoku** **& Meditative Exercise to set ONE 2025 New Year's Resolution** **Location:** St. Patricks & Mad Bert's Parks Walk/Hike/Plod thru Snow(?!) about 4 miles **DRESS** Weather appropriately for hiking & standing in circle meditation to set ONE NY 2025 resolution (there will be a short exercise […]

**Our Beloved ANNUAL New Years Day Hike (2nd one, hahahah)** *🥳🎉👣🥾Join us to start your New Year 2025 on the right foot -- or left.* 1. We will begin by parking in St Patrick's Park (map below) and heading into Mad Berts for a nice 45-minute jaunt along the wintery pathways. There are plenty of […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a monthly **1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **REMINDER** to please […]

We will go for a quick morning hike around the lakes at Notre Dame and maybe a bit on campus. This is an easy hike, 2.5 miles once around. This will be a pet friendly hike. If your plans change, Please update your RSVP. Dorr Rd is off of SR933, the light at the WNDU […]

We can meet and go for a walk through the trails and gardens at Fernwood. I haven’t hike the tails here yet, I always get distracted by the gardens. I’m not sure how many miles or how many trails there are but they are located on 105 acres. They have a cafe, I’m not sure […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

Join us for a fun night of dance! We did this in November and had a blast. Once we figured out how everything worked and got over (for sum of us) touching other people it was so much fun! And a very good workout if you are looking to get your heart rate up. There […]

We will meet down by the boat launch in the parking lot. When you enter the park, turn right and stay on that road until you see the canoe rental building and the parking lot. You can only enter the park off of Auten Rd. Be aware if your gps takes you into Michigan, you […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

It's never too soon to work on gardening plans. We can meet for a seed exchange and start a discussion about our own gardening challenges. The theory of Permaculture is creating an ecosystem that brings the land back to a balance that helps become more self-sufficient and sustainable. From soil to invasive plants to fertilizer, […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

There is an open crochet/knitting circle Every Thursday evening at 6pm. It’s a time to bring whatever you are working on and meet other people. Any craft project. We will be there, if you are new to crochet that’s ok. We can teach the basics that you need to get you started. I’ll have yarn […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** *February 7th 6pm Farmer's Market Parking Lot closest to River, possibly crooked Ewe after* **REMINDER** to please **UN-rsvp** if you cannot make it; it is terribly cold outside to be waiting for folks to appear that don't...I am very optimistic. Hahaha. **As Always there is possibility** of […]

We will take a hike through the trails in Potato Creek State Park. Potato Creek has an eagle’s nest near by and an osprey nest in the park. This will be a moderate/fast hike. A few inclines, with clear trails. We will meet in the cemetery parking lot and start on trail 4, then trail […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**🚶‍➡️🚶‍♀️🌛🌃🥾Friday GAIT Night Winter Walk Group (multiple locations)** My PhD Winter term is lighter compared to last 2 terms🥳💃🎉 ... so I am going to plan a **weekly 1-2 hour moderate walking FRIDAY GAIT NIGHT experience** along Michiana's night-friendly pathways. I will try to keep it interesting with a variety of locations. **As Always there […]

**Group Valentine's 💗💖💐🍷Casual Date Night!** *Inclusive genders, couple/single/undetermined status & any and all over 21..***.** **LIMIT to 10** people AND RSVPs will close on Wednesday due to Reservations -- (as always, BE KIND and **unRSVP** if and when you know you can't make it). **WALK + WINE + WALK + VITTLES** * Park at Emporium […]

Event in full- all 10 spots are taken We have a few optional dates for the beginner glassblowing class. I selected Feb 15th as a tentative on the 'works for them'. Other dates are Jan 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th, Feb 15th or 16th. The only time slot available is 3:30 to 6:30. We have the […]