With the growing interest in Cyber Security and the various certifications, this is a club where like minded Ethical Hackers, Penetration Testers and Network / Computer Security professionals can come together and share knowledge and mentor those looking to break into the field. If you have or trying to get a Network+, Security+, CCNA, CEH, CISSP, CHFI...etc, lets get together and expand on our knowledge by cooperating in lectures, hands on labs and group discussions about all things network / c …

The Washington Science Fiction Association, founded in 1947, is the oldest science fiction group in the greater Washington, DC, area. Our interests cover a wide range, including science fiction, science fact, fantasy, and many related fields. Each year we run Capclave, our regional science fiction convention, and we have helped sponsor worldwide conventions such as the World Science Fiction Convention and the World Fantasy Convention. In addition, the club administers the WSFA Small Press Award, …

Columbia Writers is a group of dedicated writers and authors from all over Maryland. While many of our members focus on YA, kidlit, and children's genres, we welcome all genres. We meet regularly to exchange critiques of our writing, collaborate on writing projects, and host workshops or author meets. As a group, we've completed one anthology and are working on a second. RSVP for one of our meets to learn more!

Are you the sort of person who naturally asks a lot of questions? Even in your own head, and even about seemingly "obvious" stuff? Do you find yourself brimming with ideas that you'd like to discuss, but can't find anyone around to discuss them with? Are you also interested in understanding the viewpoints of others? If you answer "yes" to most of those questions, then this is the perfect group for you! Everyone is welcome to join, regardless of age, race, nationality, orientation, religious pra …

CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically Baltimore is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically Baltimore provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk, share ideas (and yes, drink) in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We discuss the issues of the day and whatever else is on our minds. But most of all, we have fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. Don't drink? Don't let that …

Join the Natural History Society of Maryland to meet other nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, naturalists, and similarly inquisitive minds. We offer a wide variety of programs for the beginner to the advanced naturalist, and from informal social events to in-depth courses. Everyone is welcome, but membership offers many free programs and discounts on others. So join us in a search for reptiles and amphibians, a canoe trip on the Chesapeake Bay, or to learn everything there is to know about Mary …

The Maryland Masonic Research Society (MMRS) was founded in 1979 by Elwood E.Cook and others, with the mission and motto of “Masonic Enlightenment through Research”. The Maryland Masonic Research Society is not a Lodge, and while it is hoped that all members will pursue the Craft, membership and officership are open to all who have an interest in Freemasonry. Lodges, libraries, and other organizations may become institutional members. MMRS meets at least four times a year at various locations t …

Sahaja Meditation is meant for everyone who desires to find his or her true self, which is full of peace, joy of life and love for others. It is not just a book or a set of exercises but a living science that will open up to you gradually as your meditations become deeper and your experience stronger and more fulfilling. Sahaja Meditation was founded by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. It involves the awakening of a subtle spiritual energy known as the Kundalini which lies dormant in the sacrum bone, …

Magick is the science and art of causing change to occur in conformity with the will. An example of this would be to visualize the desired effect, empower it with energy and intensity ... and sent it out into the universe. The universe will work for us for the desired effect as we work for the desired effect as well. A Magick Circle is the creation of sacred space in which we, the magickal practitioners, will perform our magickal workings. For us the Magick Circle also refers to our meetup group …

This Meetup is for all healers, empaths, psychics, and people interested in understanding how each person's soul field interacts with the physical body. It takes science of the paranormal to a new level, in a way that is simple to understand and helpful to all. Lee uses his ability to read souls to decode the soul's anatomy & physiology beyond what is explained in any medical, scientific or metaphysical texts, and in a way you can understand & relate to. Amongst many other topics, he teaches "Wh …

Welcome to Co-Founders Wanted of Baltimore Meetup group! Maybe you are a serial entrepreneur, maybe you are a developer, and maybe corporate life is not for you. Have you been doing searches on CoFoundersLab.com? Tasted a startup, or want to startup your own business? Co-Founders Wanted of Baltimore serves as an in-person matchmaking service for co-founders. Did you know VCs prefer co-founders over one-man startups? There are lots of benefits to starting a business with someone who complements y …

BSFS is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, charitable, literary and educational organization, dedicated to the promotion of and an appreciation for science fiction in all of its many forms. BSFS is run entirely by volunteers. None of the Board of Directors or officers receive any pay for what they do. Balticon, our annual regional science fiction & fantasy convention, features authors, editors, publishers, artists, filmmakers, and, most importantly, fans. Balticon has speeches by our guests, author readin …

This is a new group for anyone interested in Action, Body, Comedy, Fangoria, Final Girl, Gothic, International, Natural, Psychological, Science Fiction, Serial Killer, Slasher, Splatter, Underground and most of all my favorite Zombie movies. All horror film and movie fans welcome. I started this group because I love horror movies and would like to meet other horror movie enthusiasts. This group will meet conveniently in and around Howard County Maryland area and possibly surrounding Prince Georg …

Club125 is a kid-safe, adult-friendly place where members can meet to engage and enrich their minds. We offer tutoring, workshops, and makerspace activities.

Baltimore Biohackers are people interested in learning about and playing with biotechnology

This is an invitation to all of the cool people who make up the biotechnology and life sciences industry in Maryland. Let's come together for SPORTS and SOCIALIZATION! The "Techies" Sports Social Club is for both athletic and non athletic members alike. Our athletic Techies who are interested in playing a number of sports such as kickball, softball, soccer, volleyball etc., will make up the Techies sports teams. Our non athletic Techies, can participate by coming out to support and socialize and …

This is a popular science book club; we meet monthly (on the last Wednesday of the month) to discuss a non-fiction book. The group is modelled on the Herndon VA Science Book Club, so we'll read books that are interesting, thought-provoking, and educational.  The goal is to have some thought-provoking fun.  Some books we've read or are going to read include: "Rabid: A Cultural History of the World's Most Diabolical Virus", by Bill Wasik and Monica Murphy. Mary Roach's "Packing For Mars: Packing …

This is a group for anyone pursuing a math project or struggling with independent scientific exploration. We can work side by side, share ideas, and generally help each other out. Math and science are not supposed to be solitary activities, so let's come together to make higher learning more efficient, productive, and fun!

This group is for people interested in a Baltimore Makerspace supporting collaboration across maker communities, providing educational opportunities, and supporting innovation and small businesses. We want to create a community space that will serve as a home and resource for all types of makers and provide an array of classes throughout the week. The space will be available for makers and small businesses to set up shop with access to tools and resources for their projects. Want to get involved …

We are a group of individuals who share a naturalistic worldview free of the supernatural and mystical. We believe in reason and science, wonder and community, compassion and respect. Please join us on Sunday 24 March 2013 at the Unitarian Universalist Church from 9AM-10:30 AM or 11AM-12:30 PM for our Vernal Equinox Celebration. We meet twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Monday at 333 Dubois Road from 7-9 PM for discussion, videos, and book discussion. In February we have our Freethought Film Fest …

Sahaja Meditation is meant for everyone who desires to  find his or her true self, which is full of peace, joy of life and love  for others. It is not just a book or a set of exercises but a living  science that will open up to you gradually as your meditations become  deeper and your experience stronger and more fulfilling. Sahaja Meditation was developed by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. It involves the  awakening of a subtle spiritual energy known as the Kundalini which lies dormant in the sacrum …

Big Data ! Data Science ! Predictive Analytics ! Machine Learning ! ... these are all great buzzwords but to make a system actually work and that has an impact is a non-trivial task. To go from concept to system deployment many technical, project and program elements need to come together. The goal of this meet-up group is to provide a forum for systems architects/engineers, software architects, software engineers, analysts, informaticists, data scientists, program managers and end customers a f …