We are an active group that plans a variety of events in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. This is an active, social, and intellectually curious, mixed group of different ages, professions, race, status, locals, transplants, and internationals. The focus is to meet new people while doing interesting activities. New ideas are always welcome. We do events such as, hiking, board game night, sailing, live music events, museum tours, art gallery events, etc. All are welcome to join. Come one, come all! Add …

Calling new girlfriends! Let's get together to play tourist in our own backyard, and hopefully build some lasting friendships. I'm a friendly, liberal, independent, and intelligent woman in my early 30's looking for like-minded friends. We'll start with metro-accessible locations in the DC-area and branch out from there. Looking forward to meeting women in their early 30's to early 40's that live in the Alexandria vicinity. We'll meet every few weeks at a local museum, event, or festival. DC has …

I recently moved to Leesburg from New Jersey. Being new to the area, I quickly discovered that the best way to meet new people is at the local bars. It seems like all the young people are either hiding or going all the way to DC for a fun night out. Going out in Herndon/Reston is fun, but even that can be a production (carpooling, paying tolls, someone has to be the DD, etc.) This group is for people in the 21-30 year old age range living in Leesburg/Ashburn/Purcellville who want to enjoy local …

Welcome to your fifties! Kids are (mostly) raised, career's going well, and now it's your time. Get fit, have fun, meet other active people. Let's hike, bike, walk, kayak, explore, laugh, converse, and live well. This group is for you if you like to keep fit through fun activities, and enjoy stimulating conversation with new friends. Let's get started with all that Carroll and surrounding Maryland counties have to offer.  Not quite fifty?  You're more than welcome.

Welcome to the Alexandria-Fairfax Social Club! We are one big area with plenty to do! All are welcome. All events are only in public venues which means NO PRIVATE HOMES and NO CAMPING. All participants are responsible for staying within their own physical limits especially during our tennis matches, hikes and bowling face offs. And, as always, remember to practice good sportsmanship to each other. It is a small town after all! If you got an idea, unlike most other clubs, go on and suggest it - i …

The Mount Vernon Urbanites is a social organization for young professionals who live or work in the neighbohoods of Mount Vernon & Midtown Belvedere in Baltimore City, Maryland. Exceptions can be made for past or prospective residents. Since our group is really all about neighbors - residents of other Baltimore City neighborhoods are encouraged to join the Baltimore Newbies (for new residents or residents looking for new experiences) or the 20s & 30s Baltimore Nightlife Group - both of which ar …

Meet other local Deadheads and Jam band music enthusiasts while drinking good beers and "Sharin' in the Groove". Share info on these pages, via the share tabs though Facebook and Twitter.

A group for people itching to just get out and do something - anything - but particularly something new. Maybe you're new to the area. Maybe your boyfriend/girlfriend falls asleep at 6 p.m. Maybe you lost your cell phone, or all your other friends got eaten by sharks. The point is, you like meeting new and interesting people who want to do new and interesting things. Trivia, karaoke, dinner, movies, and happy hour are standards - but let's expand our circle, too, to include some of the local fes …

Welcome to DC Dragon Boat Club! The DC Dragon Boat Club is a local non-profit organization that promotes individual and community participation in the sport of Dragon Boating to encourage awareness and stewardship of the area's waterways through recreational and competitive programs that foster physical fitness, camaraderie, and leadership skills. We are a diverse group of paddlers who enjoy the sport of dragon boat racing and the camaraderie. We welcome all individuals who want to learn more ab …

This meetup was created for the mature, conscious, and professional black woman who seeks to fellowship, bond, and form new friendships. As a fitness enthusiast my goal is to select activities that focus on overall health and wellness from the inside out for the body, mind, heart and spirit. Meetup events will include nutrition, fitness, natural hair events, cultural related lectures, discussions, expos and festivals, black literature and films, and so much more! This group is also for those loo …

African Diaspora Roots and Culture This is a diverse group that connects all people through the celebration and exploration of the culture and history of the Black African Diaspora. Membership Drive Time. Open to new members! Make Donations see the June 30th 2013 meetup! Diaspora (DI-'AS-PAR-A) n a. The breakup and scattering of people. b. People scattered far from their antral homelands. c. The place where these people live . Group Max Group Max = 150. We desire very active, participating and c …

Fancy Cats Rescue Team, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in August 1997. Fancy Cats provides a safety net for abandoned cats, those that end up at overcrowded shelters without viable options for adoption and/or or those that are otherwise unwanted. As the largest cat-centric rescue in the DC area, local shelters and other rescue groups rely on our help in emergency situations. We have placed over 18,000 cats in new homes since our inception and look forward to rescuing many mo …

We are a group of culturally active professionals over 40 who desire to participate in activities with other mature and positive people. We will plan to attend concerts, museum events, local theatre performances, quick trips to NYC for Broadway plays, and anything else that's fun. We hope you'll join us, participate in AND suggest events to make this group one of the best on Meetup.com.

Mayor's Vision: One City One Future Welcome to  MEETUP FOR ONE CITY!  Members of The Friendship Archway Network and Allies Building Community Inc. (A.B.C.) welcome you to join us on the 3rd Sundays of each month from 12:30PM to 2:30PM for FREE networking (free admission, water and networking; self-pay for food/drink you order.) MEETUP for ONE CITY is a community initiative inspired by Mayor Vincent Gray's vision for Washington D.C. Meetup for ONE CITY is an educational program organized by local …

The 20s and 30s Baltimore NightLife Group is a social group for people in their twenties and thirties to get out, meet new people, and enjoy what Baltimore has to offer. The group was originally founded in 2007 and has grown to be one of Baltimore’s biggest social groups. We have a diverse group of people with different backgrounds. The group’s goal is to help members meet new people, socialize, and have a good time. The group normally has several happy hours every month at various Baltimore loc …

Come into the ArtHouse ! Meet with local film and arts lovers to watch indie, foreign and classic films! We'll also attend art gallery openings, theater performances, Embassy evenings, museums, author readings and interesting concerts. And more often than not, there will be a reception! The idea will be to keep the price down and participation and conversation up! We'll go wherever art house films are screened in town--museums, cultural institutions, embassies, local film festivals, as well as …

Kick start your weekend with a fun-filled Happy Hour! We plan to meet on Fridays at local Howard County Pubs and Restaurants that offer Happy Hour specials. We also have activities on other days of the week.  This year, we plan to go to festivals, wineries, plays and other fun events.  So if you want to enjoy some fun activities with good friends, then we are the meetup group for you! So come on out for an hour or two, grab a beer, glass of wine or a martini, pull up a chair and make a new frie …

Interested in exploring the DC area and all that it has to offer with fun people? This group is about getting out there and sampling the museums and many other activities available in DC Metro area?that means everything from brunch at a new spot, hiking on a sunny day, checking out local festivals/concerts and anything that may come up of interest to this group! And if you like to come out and play at night, we can also look at organizing nighttime events as well? We do have membership fee of $2 …

Have you recently moved to Baltimore? Or maybe not so recently? Are you in need of some social interaction? Do you like food, booze, movies, concerts, sports, festivals etc...? Do you care about buying local, recycling, and giving back to the community? Well then please join my group. I created this group because moving to a new city and meeting like-minded people is hard, especially when you are not in school and work for a small business like I do, with only 3 other employees... This group …

This group is for the down-to-earth, fun loving person who enjoys movies of all kinds - from the suspenseful thriller to the fast paced action flick to the 'laugh til you cry' comedy and everything in between. We are a laid back group with no drama...not unless its on the 'big screen'...LOL! We will regularly check out new releases at surrounding Baltimore area theaters and relax afterwards at a nearby spot for good food, hearty dialogue and fun times. Depending on the movie, the discussion topi …

We are a fun group for all levels of ukulele experience.  Our regular monthly club schedule has something for everyone: 2nd Sunday Beginner Chords and Strums 2:15pm followed by Beginner Group Lesson 3-5pm 4th Sunday Beginner Chords and Strums 2:15pm followed by Ukulele Jam 3-5pm and Ukulele Open Mic 6-8pm Navigation (click the link next to the text): A) About ( click here) B) Membership Rules ( click here) C) Local Ukulele Workshops/Concerts/Events ( click here) ============================== …

BEST Italian Club in Town with the MOST Italian Events for ALL Cultures. 1,450+ Cosmopolitan Networking Members enjoying ALL THINGS ITALIAN in DC-METRO !!! PIAZZA ITALIA - U.S.A. CHIAMA ITALIA ! Bringing to life BOTH the ITALIAN LANGUAGE & ITALIAN CULTURE in Washington,DC ... FREE MEMBERSHIP !  BENVENUTI AL CLUB CHE CELEBRA LA LINGUA e LA CULTURA ITALIANA nella CAPITALE degli USA.  PIAZZA ITALIA is the BEST and ONLY Italian Language & Italian CULTURE social club for "ALL THINGS ITALIAN" in …

This Meetup is for fellow backpackers and outdoor enthusiasts to meet and greet while engaging in day hikes, backpacking trips and outdoor adventures with other people in your town. Talk about locations, equipment, recipes, etc., and find people to take trips with. Trips will range from beginner to advanced to accommodate all levels of backpackers/hikers/adventurers and to encourage those who wish to grow with the sport. There is always new gear to discuss, dream about and oogle over so come on …

Our group is for fun loving, intelligent, and outgoing professionals, 25 - 35, who are looking for a good group of friends in the Baltimore / Howard County area. We host a wide variety of events from Happy Hours, Wine Tastings, local festivals, BBQ’s, Game Nights, Team Sports, Outdoor activities, and much, much, more. We are looking for Men and Women in the area who are easy going, like to try new things, have a good sense of humor, and are a little silly at times…if that sounds like you, then w …

Home of the North Virginia Browncoats We are a multi-cultural group comprising all ages and sexes. Our standard monthly activity is a Nerd Lunch held the first Saturday of the month, but have small meetups held throughout the month. These small meetups can be a simple movie outing or a trip to a local gathering, ie. the Maryland Renaissance Festival, Comic Book shows, Sci-Fi conventions, etc. Come on out and make new friends and geek out over your favorite genre topic. We would love to meet you!

We are a group of Arts and Culture lovers who love to socialize. Our events are mostly hosted events with a person to greet you and keep the group together.  The events size could be 5-6 people up to 20 people. Our emphasis is enjoying Arts and Culture events with opportunities to network and make long lasting friends.  We will always try to look for special discounted tickets for our events.  We'll go to different venues in town--museums, cultural institutions, and local film festivals.   We're …

This meetup group welcomes all stay-at-home moms, working moms, grandparents, dads and any caregiver who wants to participate in activities to socialize their infant, toddler or child. We will schedule play dates at local farms, parks, zoos and more. We will do our best to make our members aware of any local festivals or events that may be fun to walk around and enjoy with families or the occasional date night or adult night out. We hope to develop many long lasting friendships for our children …

We're a fun group of outgoing, adventurous professionals who want to make new friends while exploring the Baltimore-DC area. Our activities are intended to appeal to the 30's-40's age range and include music, arts, nightlife, happy hours, parties, festivals, concerts, sporting events, local hikes, BBQ's, movies, game nights, and the occasional day of mini golf, laser tag, go cart racing, etc. The overriding goal is to make new friends and have a good time. If that sounds like something you'd enj …