You are welcome to be part of a community discussion forum on contemporary issues and how they impact our daily lives: locally, nationally and beyond. In collaboration with the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd we began using topics from the Bill Moyers Journal PBS television program to initiate conversation within the community.   We are open to discuss any pertinent subjects, however difficult or controversial, and we welcome suggestions. To read more about Bill Moyers' journalism style vi …

Welcome to Bay Ridge Bakers! This meetup is designed to create a community of baking lovers in New York City, but specifically targeting the Bay Ridge area of Brooklyn! I am a passionate, although novice, baker.  I hope that this community will introduce me to experienced bakers and allow us to taste each others creations, visit wonderful bakeries and cafes in the area, and bond over the delicious taste of home made treats. There is a $5 one time payment due when you join the meetup.  This is …

This is a group for anyone interested in attending a Reiki circle. The group is open to practitioners and recipients. No prior knowledge or training is required. The suggested donation will be $5-10. there will be about 1 circle per month.

Gathering in a small class to enjoy a Yoga practice that you can do. We will use chairs, blocks , blankets or any prop we need to make each pose comfortable and beneficial for YOU. You don't have to knock yourself out to get the benefits of a Yoga practice.

I'm looking to start a group in the Bay Ridge area of Brooklyn where fellow screenwriters can share and discuss their screenplays with each other in a friendly and constructive environment. I also find that a little booze helps with being critiqued.

Would you like to communicate effectively? Want to overcome your fear of public speaking? Want to build better communication skills? Want to be more articulate and persuasive and speak with confidence? Want to become a leader? Now you can! Toastmasters will show you how to speak confidently, listen effectively and think on your feet. You will learn valuable communication and leadership skills - all in a friendly and supportive, non-intimidating environment. Bay Ridge Toastmasters is a local cha …

This group is for people looking to meet up and run in the Bensonhurst and Bay Ridge areas of Brooklyn. The suggested meet up locations are Dyker Beach Park at 14th Ave and 86th Street, Shore Road Promenade at 17th Ave and Cropsey, and possibly the Coney Island Broadwalk for weekend morning runs. Of course, suggestions for other local routes are welcome. I am currently running 10K at 9 minutes per mile and 5 miles at 8:00-8:30 per mile. My personal goal is to get my 10K pace under 7:30 by August …

Ni hao! Is Mandarin Chinese important to you and your success in your near future? YES!! zhu4祝(WISH) Da4大 jia1家(EVERYONE) xin1新(NEW) nian2年(YEAR) kuai4快 le4乐(HAPPY), shen1身 ti3体(HEALTH) jian4健 kang1康(STRONG), tian1天 tian1天(EACH DAY) kai1开 xin1心(CHEERFUL)!!:-) Huan ying(WELCOME)!! My goal is to help you learn and practice authentic and successful Mandarin Chinese with fun and ease while you are enjoying a great experience of Chinese culture with someone who care for your progress, who understand …