Hello all, have you ever finished with your Doctor Who cosplay group or your magic gathering and thought 'what would make this better would be a nice tall glass of beer'? But when you suggest it, you receive death stares from your fellow nerds? Well no longer, because this group is for you. Those who enjoy talking about scifi/fantasy, video games, comic books and computers all over an ice cold pint, please feel free to join me!

You like learning things, going to museums, science lectures, and you can't get your regular crew to go with you. Perhaps you went to engineering school, but you use hair conditioner anyway. You're intelligent and you have social skills, even tho you might have a video game or two on your hard drive. If you're willing to let your geek flag fly, please join us. Event suggestions encouraged. And, if there's something you want to go to that our organizers can't make, we can post the event anyway t …

Intelligence is undeniably attractive.  Although sometimes we tend to adore the more obvious choice in movies and magazines, we’ve secretly loved the smarty-pants for years. This is for nerds who understand that it's not the "bad" in bad boys that women crave, but rather the sense of "aliveness" that comes from thinking. This group is for nerderttes that understand and accept these men as they are. As bright, sophisticated women, mental stimulation is just as important as physical in our relatio …

FangirlTV is an organization for and about the modern geeky woman -- fans of sci-fi, movies, gaming, comics, and all thing pop culture! If you are a lady nerd, or you are a fan of them, please join us! Your organizing committee will produce live shows, mixers, geeky burlesque, game nights, interview sessions, and more! Also, check our website for video clips from our events and the events we cover! www.fangirltv.com FangirlTV is a new Meetup group from the Organizers of the NY Pin Up Club (over …

This meetup group is for all of you with felt pouches of dice. This is for all of you who still see the world in 8 bits. This is for anyone who has not sold back a math textbook because you haven't finished all of the problems yet. For everyone who has an original x-wing still in the package, this group is yours. If you've referred to your friends as either a "nerf-herder" or "rouge-2," welcome aboard. Anyone who laughs every time they think about ET for 2600, we know you. If you understand how …

Otaku (おたく / オタク?) is a Japanese term used to refer to people with obsessive interests, particularly anime, manga or video games. In modern Japanese slang, the term otaku is most often equivalent to "geek" However, it can relate to a fan of any particular theme, topic, hobby or any form of entertainment. Whether you are a stereotypical nerd/geek or not, this is a place to gather together to watch/read/discuss our favorite manga, anime, games. All are welcome in all areas. Meet fellow enthusiast …

A redditor is a member of www.reddit.com Public Mirror of the events so you don't have to sign up to meetup: http://www.reddit.com/r/nycmeetups/ Just a bunch of geeks and nerds hanging out. We do not care if you are a redditor or not, but it helps. We have meetups every week and other random events organized by other nerds like you! Join our mailing list:  http://groups.google.com/group/reddit-nyc Join the IRC Chat room!: server: chat.freenode.net  room:#/r/nyc This group is not a platform fo …

Do you consider yourself a geek or a fanboy/girl? Do you ever find it hard to talk to your friends about your geekdom because they just don't get it? If you do then join this group! This group is dedicated to all those who love anything considered part of "geek culture". This group is a great place to let your geek flag fly high and proud! Talk to people who have the same interests as you and form new friendships. As founder of this group I would love to do a little bit of everything. Go to shop …

Tired of watching Star Trek all by your lonesome? World of Warcraft just not fulfilling your daily needs? Minecraft just not stimulating your brain anymore? Fortunately, Meet a Geek will cater to your social needs by connecting the thousands of people across New York City faster than light speed. Our plan consist of hosting monthly planned events that allow like-minded geeks to gather, and hopefully kinder their own Spock and Uhura romance. It's time to leave those dark black holes and Big Bang …

We offer access to FREE advanced movie screenings before the movie release date! FREE tickets to classical concerts at Carnegie Hall/Lincoln Center, FREE celebrity events, Broadway shows, red carpet movie premieres, and even FREE food perks in New York City. This is a great movie / theater group for all ages, singles, couples, family, black, white, hispanic, asian, gay, straight, nerds, models, actors, hippies, bankers, expatriates, socialites, all lifestyles-as long as you are a movie fanatic, …

A place for RPG players, manga lovers, board gamers, comic readers, sci-fi/fantasy fans, video gamers (modern and retro), convention goers, cosplayers, etc. Don't forget to check out the Message Board for activity!

This is the place for everything crowd-related. The founders of the Crowdcentric Network have 30 years experience in the entertainment and IT industries, and are currently the founders of a global crowdfunding platform which will soon be a major crowdsourcing portal too. We started this meetup group to bring together like-minded individuals interested in everything crowdcentric. We will hold regular networking mixers, and panels with industry experts and successful entrepreneurs so we can help e …

This group is a social experiment to see how many good looking people out there are actually geeks in disguise :) Just kidding(or are we). This group aims to offer an environment for uber individuals who like stimulating excursions - mentally & physically. We only have one rule: that the members use their super sexy geek powers for good only. Please apply and join in on the fun!

Bring your own Laptop + Creativity, and help us build Hoboken Landmarks or your best idea in our private, kid-managed, kid-administered Minecraft evnvironment. We'll teach everyone to Install Mods, Administer your own Web environment, create "government" for our new world. We're planning to PROJECT tje Monecraft environment at a local Hoboken park too. Brought to your by Education Division of MakerBar.com , Hoboken's Premier Workshop for Inventors, Makers, Gamers, Programmers, and dreamers of al …

This group is a great way for young (Approx : 20-35) LGBT Geeks to make new geek and/or gaymer friends and just hang out! Anyone can join, as long as you 1. are an LGBT geek, or 2. admire them. It can be hard to fit into the gay community when you're a gay geek and this group is a safe haven for gay geeks and their admirers. So, please join this group and let the Video Gaming References (pwn it!), MIT Science Degrees, Thick Rim Glasses!, Apple Computer Obsessions, and horribly uncoordinated outf …

Are you looking for a fun and interesting way to stay fit? Are you interested in language or culture? Do you want to make new friends? This is a group for anyone interested in Brazil, Brazilian culture, dance, especially Afro Brazilian, samba and samba-reggae, and Portuguese language. I started this group to get the word out about our classes which incorporate basic Portuguese language skills and basic dance. Each class is an active cardio workout, too. Whether you're a Brazil-enthusiast, langua …

The Capital District Comic Book Readers are looking for new members! Consisting of hobbyists from all walks of life, we meet twice monthly to discuss any and all things relevant to the world of comic books. Members engage in lively discussions about current events, past experiences and the many crossover media projects derived from the comic book medium. Periodically, the group will discuss specific creators and characters, share recommended reading lists and demonstrate personal collections. Ef …

The Passaic/Bergen County Roleplayers are a group of people who are interested in Roleplaying (Pencil/Paper), Wargaming, and other associated hobbies. The more the merrier, so contact James for more info!

Artisans assemble! The Artisans Network is for those looking to get together discussing ideas and/or seeking help with individual & group projects concerning costumes that are related to gaming, anime, sci-fi, halloween, movies, cartoons, etc... We've started this group because we realize that there's a lot of creative people out there that are building these works of art.  Whenever we pass by or attend conventions (Comic/Gaming) or get togethers (Halloween/Themed Parties) and see the work that …

An offshoot of the NYC Geek Adventure group, this is a group for female geeks to... uhhhh.... Get their geek on with other female geeks. Are you a female geek who needs more female friends with similar interests? Do you find the prevalence of men looking down your shirt at other geek meetups disconcerting? Do you have ovaries and like Joss Whedon, WoW, Star Trek, Sci-Fi, fantasy, Adult Swim, video games, and the like? Then this is the meetup for you.

Designers + Geeks is a popular monthly event that brings together designers, developers, artists, and geeks of all types. Born in San Francisco, we're extending to New York to continue the fun.

This study group is one of the best in the city. Network with both back and front end developers. Welcome Javascripters, JQuery & Flex developers or just a beginner with a coding background. Learn by doing or be a mentor. Newbee that has a passion for learning in a group setting, join us! Members participating in book review club need to submit a list this month. Presentation: Steve Blumling open source video solutions, utilities, and server-based technology. Discussion: - WIKI develo …

The Boston Mobile C# Developers' Group focuses on the use of C# in the exciting area of mobile development. The group's main topics are Xamarin's MonoTouch and Mono for Android, as well as Windows Phone. We meet in Cambridge, MA at the Microsoft NERD Center. Membership is free. People interested in learning more about developing for mobile platforms with C# are encouraged to join.

I recently posted this ad on Craigslist: I'm a keyboard player, suburban dad, 40, formerly a touring musician now a computer nerd. I want to play music regularly but I don't want that music to be from the 50's and 60's. I also can't join your band and start touring (as much fun as that would be). I am searching for a gig that has the following characteristics: - competent musicians - this means that you know how to play, can pick up tunes by ear and are comfortable just sitting down and jamming …

Super Formal Fridays strives to find connections between seemingly disparate occupational fields while expanding personal and corporate networks. In the past these events have brought together doctors, lawyers, music industry people, web developers and many more from the greater New York City area through elegant nights on the town while expanding business contacts and acquiring new clients.

It’s the end of another grueling day at work. You’ve finally gotten out and in your hand, you grip your tell-tale bag holding the latest adventures of Peter Parker side by side with the Last Son of Krypton as he soars the skies above Metropolis while The Dark Knight Detective searching the streets of Gotham, all striving to rid the world of crime and injustice. So what do you do know? Go home? No, you don’t want to go home just yet. You’re thirsty and in need of good friends to talk to. Come and …