News groups are online communities which organize around shared interests, values, or goals, such as for social
or recreational purposes.  Often casually constituted, they are as active as the members make them.

Below find a  list of groups which might be of interest to SBNO readers.

SFGayMenSeekingMonogamy

This is a group seeking other "monogomites". 280+ Members

BayAreaGayDating40AndOver · Bay Area Gay Dating 40 And Over

For dating, not quickies or hook-ups. 215+ Members

thejesustable

Gay/Lesbian/bisexual/Trangendered Christians in Sonoma County who believe that the Holy Bible is the inspired
word of God and is the basis for worship and fellowship according to Acts 2:42-47. Membership by invitation only.
10+ Members

Marin4Men

For men looking for more Gay community  in Marin County. Single, married, gay, bisexual, men, educated in an ivy-
league or in the "school of life",  all looking for more activities for men in Marin.  This is a group where men can
meet new friends. Sponsors Gay Coffee Hour every Wednesday,
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM at Aroma Cafe, 1122 4th Street, San Rafael.  300+ Members

Marin Life

Marin Life is a new HIV prevention program in Marin for gay and bisexual men. Marin Life offers many social
opportunities for men to meet each other as well as health education forums on a variety of issues which impact
the community.  300+ Members

MarinLife101

A social group for gay, bi, queer, and questioning young men 29 and under.  101 aims to bring guys together,
empower them to build community, promote safer sexual practices, and form positive social connections. The
group  hosts events - such as educational forums, discussion groups, and social opportunities - that bring guys
together for fun, socializing, and information.
65+ Members

BayAreaGaySurfers

A place for Bay Area gay surfers of all experience levels to connect. Meet other surfers, arrange outings, share tips,
ideas and information. Everyone is welcome. San Francisco, Marin, East Bay, North Bay, South Bay etc. 300 Members

QueerAsSpokes

This is an open mailing list for all queer cyclists in the San Francisco Bay Area. Anyone may join and post ride
listings, look for riding partners, announce events, etc - anything *non-commercial* of interest to queer cyclists in
the Bay Area is welcome. Non-cycling-related queer sports activities are welcome as well (snowboarding,
swimming, tennis, cross-country skiing, etc) 75+ Members

marinhikeandbike

Marin Hike and Bike  is a recreational/social group for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community of
Marin County. The group  offers outdoor events (and more) throughout Northern California.  200+ Members

thedeltatriangle

This is a social group for gay, queer and bisexual men  living within the " Delta Triangle " region of the San Francisco
East Bay and nearby communities of Contra Costa, San Joaquin, Solano and Sacramento counties. This  group is
open to men  of all ages and marital status.
500+ Members

vallejoareamen4men

The purpose of this group is for residents of the Vallejo Area to meet for a date, friendships, or a relationship. This
group is ONLY for gay and bisexual men, 18 years old and up. Members are encouraged to send photos and meet
other guys in the  area. There are no bias’ based on race, creed, color, ability, age, or HIV status.  20+ Members

bayarea2spirits

This is a community-based volunteer organization offering culturally relevant activities for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual,
Transgender and Intersex Native Americans, their families and friends.

Two-Spirit refers to the commonly shared notion among many Native American tribes that some individuals
naturally possess and manifest both  masculine and feminine spiritual qualities. American society commonly
identifies Two-Spirit People as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgender.

Bay Area American Indian Two-Spirits comes together to socialize, share and network in an alcohol and drug-free
environment. This list provides members the opportunity to share ideas, news and information about upcoming
events through one email address. Our office is located in San Francisco, California. 300+ Members

GBM_BayArea

This is a group of and for gay/bisexual black men in the San Francisco Bay Area. It's a place for gay black men to
post upcoming events, network, discuss issues that affect us, or to just make some new friends. Age, stats,
position, etc. are all irrelevant. This is not a hook-up site. It's just a casual social network for gay black men in the
Bay Area because it's sometimes difficult for us to find each other out in the real world. 70+ Members

GROUP FOR LATIN MEN IN MARIN / hombres gays y bisexuales Latinos

Entre Hombres es un programa de MAP para hombres gays y bisexuales Latinos. Para mas informacion, llama a
Erick al numero 415-457-2487 x117 o email calientemarin@yahoo.com.

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