Please only join this group if you can actively participate and communicate with the group. Which basically means consistently updating and posting your RSVP for meetups on the site and making a strong effort to attend at least two meetups a month.  You are also encouraged to suggest new meetup events that you may want the group to attend.  Members who do not attend or communicate with the group on a consistent basis will be deleted from the group. We want to keep the group going strong. Thanks! …

Are you breathing right? Have you ever counted how many times you breathe in a minute? Breathing is the first act of life and it’s the last act of life. In between, the whole life we are breathing in and out, but not attending to the breath Ninety percent of the impurities in the body go out through the breath because we are breathing twenty-four hours a day. The breath is our best friend -- it's always with us. And yet, we hardly know much about it. What's more ... it holds some timeless s …

When did "going out" become a five-star affair? Soul to Surface Socials is for chill people wanting to meet in chill places, be it watching the game, catching an under-the-radar group in concert, movies, happy hours and networking.    All are welcome: young, old, single, married, new to dc, Midwest expat like myself or "born and raised".  Just be ready and welcoming to the new best friends you haven't met yet!   We Soulcializers clean up nicely, but we are the same outgoing, humorous and intelli …

Do you enjoy or are you working toward one or more of the following: A Life of Luxurious and Indulgent Living "My basic finances are covered and THIS is for ME!" status in your household A hobby, talent, business, or other profitable activity of your own cosmic creation that you are PROUD to show off A Commitment and Conviction in Yourself A Fusion of Inner Elegance, Grounded Mind, and Nobel Soul And to top it off...a bit of..   "And I know I LOOK GOOD too!"   Well Hunny Bunnies....It's time to …

Pubs in Ireland are often welcoming to any stranger with many of the locals more than happy to share stories of local folklore. This group is for people who enjoy the Irish pub atmosphere -- good food, good beer and good conversation. Whether you are new to the area and looking for a "home-away-from-home" experience or have been here for a while but find that you have outgrown the traditional "bar scene", we welcome you. Join us on our quest to find the publican in the area that pours the best G …

I decided to start up a book club in Shirlington because it seemed like the others offered were in faraway lands... like DC and Reston. I enjoy visiting both of these places, but I don't enjoy trying to get there after work or on a weekend. After lamenting over the book club options it finally occurred to me - why do I start one in Shirlington so I could actually walk there and hopefully get to meet people in my own little neighborhood? Hence the beginning of the Shirlington Book Club (I'm ope …

We are two Stampin' Up! demonstrators who love to craft. Come join us for stamping classes and events, scrapbook crops, Mommy and Me projects and home decor ideas. Do you have a Big Shot/Big Kick die cutter? We have tons of ideas as to how you can put it to best use. We welcome experienced an inexperienced stampers/scrappers alike. We can get you started with basic techniques or challenge you with more advanced ideas. Come join us! :)

A place for all Musicians and Music lovers! A beginner and Experienced Performing Artist locally (U.S.A.) and abroad. Group of professional Musicians, screened and have good reputation in music industry. A Place to have virtual hot fresh Coffee During shows break, bands who wants to be heard and let the rest knows which part of the world where you in and get a chance to work in Overseas...SO HURRY!!, talks about your own Groups and Music, what type of music the best to sing and play...Tal …

This is a group for board game players who like to share a few drinks while meeting other people and playing a few games.  I'm interested in incorporating ALL types of board games and even card games into this group, so don't hesitate to suggest something you'd like to play. It is my sincere hope that this can be a relaxed and non-competitive environment where newcomers and game masters can enjoy playing together and even teach each other some new tricks and skills.  Don't be intimidated if you' …

The Adult Autism Spectrum Friends is an activity, mutual support, advocacy, etc. community for Adults on the Autism Spectrum (18 years and older) living in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, D.C.  This group is run by an Autistic Adult, for Autistic Adults.  We are an inclusive group, all Autistic diagnoses are welcome (Asperger's Syndrome, Autistic Disorder, PDD-NOS, etc.).  Autism is not an illness or a disease, there is no "cure" for Autism.  Being an Adult on the Autism Spectrum me …

Come explore DC's Brunch Scene with us! What better way for young professionals (20s and 30s) to unwind after a tough week on the job than with a Saturday or Sunday brunch featuring bottomless brunch drinks! Our mission is to discover the city's best bottomless mimosa brunches, tastiest brunch treats, and meet new friends! At least once a month, we will get together at a different brunch spot in the DC area. Let the good times roll!

This group is about conversation and development of a new philosophy called the Foundation Philosophy. The Foundation Philosophy started informally around the year 2000 by Jonathan Pratt the group's organizer in his own natural seeking, as a way to get clarity on the life experience and help others. Recently the overall thesis has been created; "The Human Being is a social and creative being, who is seeking to exist in a place of purpose and love." The thesis is a universal postulate that define …

  Welcome to the PREMIERE social networking group in the ENTIRE Meetup community!! Let’s meet at TOP-QUALITY events…advance movie screenings, happy hours, plays, sporting events, museums, the Kennedy Center, comedy clubs, to listen to live music, attend festivals, concerts or just to relax and have FUN in the DC/MD/VA area. We welcome your event suggestions! A limited number of events may require travel to nearby cities (for Broadway plays and other social events etc.)   If you’d like to …

DC Nightclubs /w Happy hours, as the name says, is for the people who love to booze and party hard every week. Its all about having fun at some of the best pubs and clubs of DC and surrounding areas, mingle with your friends and new interesting people, getting drunk and dancing to the tunes best DJs. This group teams up with DC's hottest clubs and lounges for organizing the happy hours, alongwith free entry to the night clubs.   Each week, we organize happy hours in the evenings and free entry t …

The Washington DC Golf Club is the best place in the DC/ Northern VA area to play and learn about golf. With monthly meetings and discounted rates, golfers at all levels can learn how to lower their handicap, network and make some new friends in the process. The Washington Golf Club will: Attempt regular meetups at local driving ranges and/or  public/semi-private golf courses. Public courses tend to be easier for the beginner/intermediate golfer. But it's good to challenge yoursel …

The U.S. FreedomWalk Festival® Friday, October 21, 2011 - Sunday, October 23, 2011 Location: Arlington,VA-Washington,DC The U.S. FreedomWalk Festival® is a weekend-long social walking challenge bringing participants of all ages and abilities together for exercise, fun, and international friendship. Each day features a different walk available only on that day. This non-competitive walking sport event is called volksmarching. It's a walk for fitness and fellowship only with the chance to learn s …