Let's gather together as parents who are working to bring more consciousness and spirituality into our lives and those of our families. We can share healthy recipes though a monthly vegetarian potluck and share our skills in: non-violent communication with our children/partners/family/friends, maintaining spiritual perspective for ourselves, sharing spiritual practices with our children, peaceful parenting, nature connection with our children, teaching gentle and compassionate social skills, alt …

You are "cool" just the way you are! This is a group is for tweens to get together and socialize without the "pressure" of fitting in or being popular, and their parents, or course, to meet new people and socialize while engaging in fun activities! Events including everything from outdoor and indoor activities, as well as, local and day trips are planned all summer long!!! Please check us out!

Are you a financial professional passionate about improving the financial literacy in our country? Do you believe it starts with parents and their children? Are you a parent passionate about instilling valuable personal financial concepts into your children and family? Do you believe your children will not receive this education from their school? If so, then you're at the right place. This MeetUp is designed for parents to receive the financial education they want and need not only for themsel …

Parents for smarter kids is a group that welcomes any parent that wants to enhance their child’s intellect or share ways to do so while building a network of lasting relationships! This group is for children from infancy to 1st grade. We hope to stimulate our children’s development, share toy ideas, teaching strategies and new trends in early childhood learning. As well as plan smarter trips and have smarter meet ups! This group is all about enhancing your child’s intellect while still having fu …

Music and movement are great for our young children. Let's get together to share the joy of music with our kids. We will build social skills, motor skills, music appreciation, play musical instruments, sing, dance and we'll bond with our kids and have FUN!!! Bring your infant through four year olds. This group is started on January 8, 2011. Classes are held most weeks: Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. (check our meetup calendar) 30 minutes of music and movement followed by a 15 minute social snack time f …

If your child has a Learning Difference(Disability) and they feel like they are the only one struggling, THIS is the group for them. If you are a parent of a child who struggles and feel there isn't anyone out there who understands, THIS is the group for you!  Lets get together and share our experiences, offer advice and let our children know how very special they are!

CHADD-the nation's premiere organization serving children and adults with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD). CHADD has over 20,000 members in 200 local affiliates throughout the US CHADD affiliates like Monmouth Ocean CHADD offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals and others. CHADD is a membership organization, produces the bi-monthly ATTENTION! Magazine (for members) and sponsors an annual conference. The National Resource Center (NCR) on AD/HD is the CDC ( …

NJ Toddlers Playgroup is a group that welcomes parents of toddlers age 12-36 months. Parents can share ideas, experiences and advice with one another, and get together to create social circles with other families with babies and children around the same age. Siblings welcome. We plan to go for walks, have lunch, playdates/playgroups, music/gym classes, potlucks, day trips, movies, and more. We are a network for parents to grow and establish friendships, learn about parenting, and create a commun …

Our group is a Social Network for the Special Needs Community and their parents/guardians to come together to socialize with each other. There are scheduled events happening in New Jersey... Such as Dances, Movies, Beach Parties, Bowling, Parent Meetings, Support Group, etc. This is a private meetup site. It’s for families who still have a family member with Special Needs living with them. We want our meet up site to be a nice friendly atmosphere. We would like a picture of yourself or your fami …

Natural Beginnings is a space located in Manasquan that is devoted to providing thoughtful people and parents with resources and community. We offer supportive gatherings for nursing moms, baby movement classes, HypnoBirthing Childbirth Education, Hypnosis for Peaceful Parenting, A Thoughtful Parents' Book Club, Movie night and many other workshops and gatherings to help provide you with opportunities for great information gathering and discussion. We all have difficult decisions to make as we p …

Moms need a place where they can go that is as easy, and as stress-free as possible and also gives their children opportunities to experience different things. We provide safe, engaging activities and events for our children in which they can establish friendships, play and most importantly...HAVE FUN! We provide a network of moms that can get together, talk and support each other and most importantly...HAVE FUN! Are you a mom? Are you looking for great quality conversation? Are you looking t …

This somewhere we can talk and confide in each other!! You have questions, advice or even need to vent here is the place to do it. I would love to get together at least once a month so we can discuss and vent!!! I have looked high and low for a group in my area and I cant seem to find one!! So here I am screaming for help so I created my own group!!! Lets all help each other!!

We are a group based in Monmouth County who come together to have fun with our children and grow as parents. For caregivers who are interested in getting fit whole having fun with your child, Stroller Strides provides a total body workout while allowing you to remain with your child.  All classes are taught by certified instructors. Visit www.strollerstrides.net/lincroft for more information about class packages and schedules. Stroller Strides is proud to partner with Plum to offer the Plum Moms …

This is a group of easy going, fun parents (and our kids) just looking to make some new friends, have play dates, mommy meet ups, parent outings, etc. with nothing formal (no attendance policies, approvals to enter the group, annual dues, etc). Its just a little meeting of the minds to get out and have some fun! And NO, you do not have to live in the above mentioned areas to join!!!!

Meaningful Moves is a class designed to provide parents with fun ways to move with babies to encourage optimal sensory and motor development. The experiences in early infancy and childhood form the foundation for future learning. This class is facilitated by Dr. Sarah Lane. Dr. Lane works as a Developmental Optometrist and has designed this class to provide parents with valuable information about how a baby develops and easy ways to interact with your baby to encourage development. Moving with y …

Let's have fun and learn together! Come meet new friends for you and your young child(ren). You and your child will enjoy story, crafts, games and snacks! Meetings are held in a friendly, bright preschool classroom inside St. Thomas Lutheran Church. Special events are planned throughout the year. The group is open to any parent along with an infant, toddler, or preschooler. All meetings are free so join us to grow new relationships, share experiences, and have fun!

This group is open to all Jewish moms with toddlers (children 2-5 years old). I decided to start this Meetup group after noticing the lack of informal Jewish groups for both moms and families with young children since we moved to Marlboro, NJ this summer. Of course, if you live in Manalapan or Freehold you are welcome to join as well. The purpose of this group is mostly for moms and children to get together, both on weekdays if they are stay-at-home parents or work from home or work part time, …

This meetup is designed for Jewish Singles & Jewish Single parents in their 30s-50s to wine, dine, and socialize at fun and interesting venues! We'll enjoy events throughout the Jersey Shore and beyond as we get to know each other. It is our hope that this meetup will attract singles who are ready to meet new people, have fun and do cool things together! There are a lot of Jewish singles on the Jersey Shore but not always easy to find. If you're looking to meet other Jewish single professionals, …

I do not feel guilty to be a full time working mommy. However, the society had been putting pressure on me for doing so. I believe working enables me to be close to this ever changing world and provide my baby with knowledge and confidence for the future. I would like to meet with other working moms with similar believing and letting our babies to be social, learned and happy through their childhood and growing up.

We are a group of women who love getting our kids out of the house. ***We primarily meet in Monmouth/Ocean County but do venture out for field trips all over the state of NJ. ***** This group offers play groups, local outings, field trips, weekend events and MNO's! Our calendar has a lot to offer. We have members that are new moms, young moms, "old" moms, stay at home moms, working moms, hip-moms and square moms.. if you are a mom you'll fit right in. We are a friendly bunch of women who love me …

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) – Monmouth Worship Center, 176 Route 79, Marlboro, NJ. 732-332-9600, www.monmouthworship.org/mops. Seeking fellowship with other moms then this is the group for you! Meetings held on the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings from 9:30 am to 12 pm (September to June) Childcare is provided. Informal get togethers at local parks during summer break!

Calling all mamas! This groups is designed to celebrate pregnancy and birth. In our gatherings we will meet up to discuss different pregnancy related topics, such as nutrition in pregnancy, prenatal yoga, breast feeding, and many others. This group is for pregnant women, new mothers, women desiring to be pregnant, mothers, sisters, midwives, nurses, doulas, and anyone looking for connection with the feminine. Our community offers a place for women to bond with each other and to create support ar …

Just a time to get together and relate. Find other families like yours, make play dates, get to know each other, and create great friendships! NJ, PA, NY

Hi, I started this group because I have a 5 year old son who is a bit younger than most of the boys on the block and would love to have a neighborhood pal to play with.  Our group consists of families that live in the Yorktowne area of Manalapan and have a child between the ages of 4-7 who is looking for friends in the neighborhood to play with.  We'll get together for play dates at home and 'anywhere' and look forward to making good friends along the way.  If you have a little one the same age …

This meetup is for women and men who are getting a divorce or are already divorced and looking for support, advice and to meet other newly divorced people. Our meetups will cover many different topics like: Dating After Divorce- What are the new rules? What are the best ways to meet someone new after a divorce? How do you know if you are ready to date again? Getting Over The Ex- How to deal with the death of your marriage and finally be able to let go and move on. Children And Divorce- How can w …

Are you bored of being stuck in the house with the kids doing the same old stuff? The solution, join "Organic moms on the go playgroup"! If you are interested in connecting with like minded moms who are raising their kids to be eco-friendly, creating lasting friendships, support, advise and most importantly if you are looking to have fun this group is for you! This group isn't just for organic moms so don't be turned off by the word "Organic" this group is for ALL moms on the go. When you join o …

Monmouth Play and Learn with Me is a FUN Playgroup for Parents and Children of ALL ages! Our Group is all about friendly people who are looking to share experiences, find and give advice and grow new relationships. Our meetings are held at King of Kings Lutheran Church / Preschool. Come enjoy story time, crafts, and fun activities.

Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations, and you’ll improve your one-on-one …