Learning to play acoustic guitar? You don't have to be a pro to make great music... come jam with us! We're a group of beginner/intermediate guitarists getting together to play in the U Street/Columbia Heights/ Dupont area. Music selection is up to the group but varies from simple bluegrass to blues to popular acoustic (think "country roads!"). Percussionists, singers, harmonica, oboe... all unplugged musicians welcome! Meetings will be ad hoc in the winter, but in the summer we're planning a …

Blue Hour is the newest group dedicated to bringing the BEST happy hours, bar tours and exclusive events to your social scene. This group is for everyone in the Washington, DC, area looking to let loose after work, relax on the weekend, and imbibe their favorite beverage with others looking for some friendly fun! Join up and keep up with the best of what's happening in your area. We'll keep you in the know of events on the fly and down the line. Membership is free--just bring yourself and we …

What is a Fab Lab? The CCBC (Community College of Baltimore County) MIT Fab Lab is a high tech workshop open to the public where entrepreneurs, product developers, inventors, and business people can get help making prototypes of their inventions. What do I have to Do to Use the CCBC MIT Fab Lab & What Can I Do There? After you take the Fab Lab Introduction safety and training class, you will have access to a ShopBot CNC milling/routing machine, UPrint 3D printer, Roland vinyl cutter, Epilog lase …

This chorus is for women who enjoy singing, performing and even competing! Don't you want to be a part of the best chorus in the area?  The Vienna Falls Chorus is the 2012 and 2010 Blue Ridge Region 14 Champions and a part of Sweet Adeline's International. As 2010 Region 14 champions, we earned the opportunity to compete against 30 International Choruses in Houston Texas in October 2011 and were awarded 20th place in the world!!  As the 2012 Blue Ridge Region 14 Champions, we will be representin …

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 …

WELCOME! THIS MEETUP IS NOT A TYPICAL MOM'S GROUP ABOUT ALL THINGS BABIES.  IT HAS A DIFFERENT FOCUS.  PLEASE READ ON.. This is for stay-at-home/part-time moms and dads who feel they and their child are missing out on something by being alone most of the time, and want more than just the weekly playgroup, mom's group, or tot class. By "working together", I mean living your life doing meaningful work with other mothers, and your child being a part of it....rather than you and your child being alo …

About FWSA Greetings and welcome to the Fairfax Women's Soccer Association meet-up site! Our organization is over 25 years old and consists of roughly 700 women between the ages of 18 and "somewhere [well] over 50." We have two regular seasons Spring and Fall where teams play ten games (weather permitting). Our Summer and Winter seasons are more relax and offer a great opportunity for players who wish to try the league. Age categories Open--women 18 years or older--any woman can play here Master …

Finally, an over 40 singles dances in Montgomery County! Come dance the night away with music from the 1950's to current. DJ music will include: Ballroom, Swing, Latin, Swing, Slow Blues,  Hand Dance, Line Dance, Freestyle, and more.  Bringing singles together for Friendship, Romance, and Love. Couples Welcome!

Levine Jam Nights are for music enthusiasts of any level who are interested in getting together for an evening of education and music. Some of our events are jam sessions for blues and rock musicians, while others focus on classical/acoustic styles. Some events are family-friendly, while others are geared more for adult musicians. Enjoy an evening with other local musicians while improving your skills with our fantastic instructors from the Levine School of Music!

SPiN, the Supportive Parents iNetwork.  Run by the Children's National Medical Center, SPiN is a group of parents committed to supporting their gender non-conforming, gender-fluid, and socially transitioned children. As a group, we endeavor to: Love our children for who they are Challenge traditional assumptions about gender Create safe places for our children Prepare our children to deal with bullying Advocate for our children In order to be a member you must be a parent of a gender non-confo …

This relational small group meet together to have fellowship and learn in small group bible study. We use a variety of formats from book series , DVD series to instruction (e.g. Willow-Creek, Hybels, David Platt, etc). We empower the participants to be a part of the disucssion and everyone has an opportunity to share. The group is limited to 10 people in each location to maximize group dynamics and involvement. Once the group achieves a sustained maximum of 10 people, we open up a new Bible Stud …

I am a Broncos fan and I believe. I believe in Mile High Magic and Bleed Orange and Blue. I celebrate the drive and the Mile High Salute. I create the THUNDER, share in the common dream and will forever be a proud citizen of BRONCOS COUNTRY! That is the mantra...that is the motto.  How you choose to believe is up to you.  The group is about an understated understanding among us as Broncos fans.  It is my belief that the Broncos bring a sense of unity and peace among those who follow.  It is a bo …

Rolling Ridge Study Retreat is an ecumenical faith community located on 1400 acres of wilderness south of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge. We are one of three groups affiliated with the Rolling Ridge Foundation, which owns the land. Together we maintain it as a wilderness preserve in which people of the Washington, DC metropolitan area and beyond can experience healing of body and spirit. Everyone is welcome.  Find us on the web at http://www.rollingridge.net

Yes, everybody can play something... but do you know why? Can you take the melody / harmony apart? And put it back together again? I want to know more about rock, blues and metal music theory (scales, triads, the geometry of the fretboard, improvisation, etc.) and I'm willing to put the time in. Looking for a few good men and women who want to learn something or contribute something to their fellow musicians. Everyone walks away with something new. Everyone walks away happy... maybe eve …

Rock, Folk, Blues, Pop, Jazz, and sometimes Country! This group thrives on the energy of the live performance of singer-songwriters, classic bands, and up and coming musicians. We often patronize venues without reserve seating; 9:30 Club, Birchmere, Rams Head Live, Jammin Java and the lawns at Wolf Trap, Merriweather Post, and Jiffy Jube Live. Didn't buy an advance ticket online, that means you didn't get ripped off on the service charge. Need a night out with nice people? Sign up last minute an …

This group is for anyone interested in playing board games, party games, card games, classic games, Euro games, etc. We're a pretty laid back group so we may play a lot of Euro games at one event and lots of party games at another. It just depends on what people want to play at that event. Go with the flow. We also try to do events that either mix games with something else or just something else for fun. Singles or couples, all are welcome. I do recycle so I have a blue recyling bin. Late …

This group is for parents/carers with kids 1-4, it was originally inspired for my daughter who is 3 1/2, however we have a lot of kids under 2 (including my son 15 months). We meet mostly in the afternoons, however we also meet in the mornings as well. Currently most of our meetups are in playgrounds, houses and recreational centres (Blue playground and Charles Houston being current favourites). Hope to meet you soon!

If you're into overnight backpacking (not day hiking), or think you would like to be, and looking for an active group, this is the place for you! Trips are scheduled every month throughout the year. Member participation is what makes this work, both as organizers and participants. This is not backpack traveling, we aim to get out of urban environments with a focus on natural rather than cultural attractions. You'll do well here if you have a sense for adventure and seeing new places. Expect hiki …

Life coaches and coaching consultants help people succeed in achieving their lifestyle or quality of life. Come to meet and share with everyone about basic principles, your approach and success as you define it. Network with a wonderful group of professionals, life coaches, business prospects and community activists. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! You will not only meet life coaches at this networking event, you will also meet professionals and people of diverse background because our intention is to pr …

What: This is a *free, open, ongoing weekly meditation group that began in September 2010, and includes both beginners and experienced practitioners. Most nights, there are about 20-30 of us. (... even though Meetup might show that only one person is attending!) *There is a suggested donation of $5 for the church. While the forms of meditation we practice are rooted in Buddhist teachings, the study and practice of mindfulness is applicable to anyone from any background or religion. All are welco …

This website is a place for you and other like-minded Americans looking for direction in taking back the control of our country. It is also a place to find information that will assist you in navigating the rough waters we face in the days, weeks and months ahead. This is a non-political movement. All are welcome here. The 9-12 Project is designed to bring us all back to the place we were on September 12, 2001. The day after America was attacked we were not obsessed with Red States, Blue States …

We invite you and your friends to attend this happy community social and business networking event to build community spirit and bridge cultural, digital and other divides! Let's meet up for conversations over lunch (self-pay) on the 3rd Sundays of each month to develop new friendships and community allies! EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! The first step is to get to know each other better to see if we are ready to work together harmoniously with appreciation, forgiveness and understanding. These monthly …

Runners and others invited to run in the spirit of Boston. Run the beautiful WO&D trail in honor of all those touched by the Boston Marathon bombings.  Wear your an old race t-shirt, or blue and yellow. Easy, flat course with markers for the 1 mile. Do a mile for Boston.

This is a group for anyone interested in learning and playing Jazz. We'll meet once a week at my home in our finished basement to get together to play and work on Jazz standards from the Real Book and any other tunes that members would like to try. We will set up in my finished basement. I play tenor sax. I do have a mobile Yamaha key board for use but that's about it for equipment. Also, I have the iBreal app to use for rhythm accompaniment with the Real Book. I don't have much in the way of li …

SET A RECORD for the Most Guitarists Playing a Funk Song! Music enthusiasts…join this group to participate in a massive, soulful rendition of the Funk classic, Maggot Brain. Feel the spirit of the late great Eddie Hazel, legendary Funk guitarist.

Hello, Everybody! Welcome to the Washington Redskins Fans Meetup Group! This group was started in September 2011 by Raj Pal. Unfortunately, Raj had to step down recently because of professional obligations outside of the United States. We certainly wish him well, and he deeply regretted having to leave us at a time when this team is beginning to show signs of improving--at least that’s what we all hope. Raj has "passed the torch" to me. I’ve never led a Meetup Group before. I have no managerial …

Hey! Go no further and join one of the fastest growing groups in the Washington DC Metro area! I am organizing this group to bring together all the socialites in the area, who have a sense of adventure and want to meet others that share their interests. The group will spend its time braking out of the DC area for activities like watersports, hiking, movies, flying, wine tastings. During the week, after work, can't get out of the city, no problem, we will have local adventures, meet ups for happ …

Come burn off your Monday blues!! There is a great playground within view for any little ones who may be joining you! This group will welcome all skill levels and will give you an opportunity to learn the game and build your skills! No frisbee needed!