Meet other people interested in the living tradition of Classical and Historical Fencing. It is the only Western Martial Art! Open to all levels and experiences. In New York, we are affiliated with the Martinez Academy of Arms. The Academy is a unique school that preserves the tradition of fencing as the study of the sword in its realistic application in personal combat. The structure of the school is based on that of the fencing academies of the past. Each student is taught on an individual …

Hail and well met, seeker of Faires! For many medieval-fantasy enthusiasts, a visit to a renaissance faire is the result of a convergence of an interest in history and mythology, a personal creative spark, and the drive to bring the vision of the imagination to life. But the faire season seems to flash by, and we find ourselves anxiously awaiting the bud of spring green to herald in the next adventuring season for our inner hero/heroine. But the adventure need not fade with the fall of the las …

Meet up with other self-identified geeks. Interests include (but are not limited to) Sci-fi/Fantasy, Anime, Video games, Board games, Roleplaying games, Science and technology, Internet memes, and web comics. Rules: 1. In order to join the group you must answer all of the profile questions. A picture is not mandatory but does help to distinguish members with the same name. 2. If you attend an event you will receive a silly title and become an official member. 3. People who have not attended any …

We are a local book, writing, movie, gaming, and fan club for all lovers of the science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres. We hold a regular monthly book club meeting on the fourth Thursday at the Poughkeepsie Barnes & Noble from 7-9pm. Every month, we read and discuss a different work of science fiction, fantasy, horror, or a graphic novel (selected by the group during the preceding months). For those of you interested in writing in the speculative fiction genres, we hold a monthly writers' g …

This is a group for anyone who is interested in fencing! I am one of the owners of a new fencing club in the area, and we want to introduce and involve the local community in this great sport! If there is enough interest, we'd like to hold fencing events where we will give lessons and hold tournaments for Meetup members. Fencing is a great workout both physically and mentally, and a very social sport. Anyone who has an interest in fencing, or used to fence, or wants to learn should join!

Proud Generations, Inc. a non-profit fellowship and volunteer group for those who love comics and sci fi, is proud to introduce our latest outgrowth dedicated to those who love cosplaying and the art of costuming: Welcome to the: NY COSPLAYER/ COSTUMED PERFORMERS NETWORK, INC.! (as featured in the NY Times, Associated Press, &  Channel 4, New York!) * We enjoy volunteering, exhanging costuming ideas, photoshoots, video projects, attending cons/ festivals together, and enjoying every aspect of …

This group is for those who are interested in military history, and want to find other like minded individuals to discuss all things related to military history, including history, politics, culture, weapons, re-enactments, and SCAdians. For those who are interested in re-enactments, we may even schedule a trip to visit some famous battlefields of the Civil War and American Revolutionary War. If you are interested, please visit our website at www.Military-Discussion.com and join the discussion! …

Welcome Everyione, This meetup was created for all who are interested in finding local groups, covens, temples etc. to celebrate, maybe become members of and attend events provided the myriad of pagans in the TriState Area. So how did all this come about? As the organizer of some of the many pagan events in New York City, we know how difficult it can be to organize and run your many events.   We will be the first to say that organizing a group, coven, Temple etc. is never easy. We began with 5 p …

This is for other Rennies lost in New York. There so many things to do in the city that fall in the basic rennie interest and fair season is about to start. I'm a Texas Rennie who is making NY home and looking for a new group. Looking for people who love going to Ren Faire and dressing up, museums, crafting, cooking, art, and movies. In general just hanging out and meeting new people with a common interest.