Are you committed to writing? We are looking for ten more serious wordsmiths to join our writing and critique group located in Northern Montgomery County, Maryland. We meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 7pm in Olney, MD, at the Harris Teeter.  Our meetings are about two hours in length. We have talented writers of varying levels of experience.  We write:  fiction, non-fiction, memoir, poetry, young adult, dark and science fiction. Any other genres? Our group prides itself on being s …

We are a global community of inspired individuals caring for and about each other and the entire planetary family. Our community is affiliated with Centers for Spiritual Living. All spiritual paths are welcome here! We meet on Wednesdays at 8 p.m. in Takoma DC (7059 Blair Rd NW) and on Sundays at 2 p.m. on Capitol Hill (520 North Capitol St NW). We also offer classes certificated by CSL. Please visit www.cslDC.org to learn more.

Cutting edge discussions yet timeless truths! Weary of the "same old same old"? Want to meet very interesting people outside the customary? Well come connect with others who are interested in Socrates Cafe, a philosophical community. Be a social thinker! Our basic guidelines, established centuries ago in Plato's Dialogues, are that all opinions expressed need to be supported by reasons, and that all assumptions need to be examined. Dialogue is not a competition, a sport or debate with winners an …

If you are like me then you may have grown up on comics. We have also seen comics expand into movies, games, digital etc. Over the years, I have gone from DC to Marvel, currently a combination of both plus some new comers. DC has quite a few comics’ book stores, but they aren’t the places to sit back and discuss our experience. I suggest getting together at a local restaurant and having an open discussion on classic story lines and new/up to date material. Feel free to contact me if you have oth …

You have read all the books, graduated from religion, atheism, eastern and western philosophy. Now you want to get out of your mind!  You want to fearlessly practice your most important muscle, daily, every moment.  If you are ready to live according to the way of heart, this group may be a good station on your journey. They way of Heart is the way of Life.  It can help you realize all your dreams. For me, it helped me come up with even better dreams. Highly interactive and electrifying gatherin …

I know there are some nice, liberal brainiacs out there in Bethesda...and I think it's past time for everyone to meet up! If you are an open-minded dork, geek, science nerd, etc (you get my drift) but you also love being social and having a glass or two of wine, come on out and enjoy a happy hour with like-minded folks. This is an extension of the original young-professional-centric BNW, put in place for those nerds who have emailed BNW about the typical age range and decided to not join because …

This is a non-denominational book club. Just like any other book club, we are reading down a list of books on the topic of Buddhism and we discuss them at restaurants and cafe's near Takoma Park and Silver Spring. You don't need to be self identifying Buddhist to participate and the organizer will not pressure you to "join the club." We'll be reading books for the popular audience and will rotate through all the major traditions with a mild leaning towards Buddhism as it is developing in the US …

This group meets once a week on Sundays at our home in Germantown, MD at 11:30am. We are doing a systematic study of the Bhagavad-Gita. We discuss and share our realizations on the verses and also talk about how to apply in our lives. The format is informal and discussion oriented. We start with Kirtan and end with vegetarian lunch. We also teach mantra meditation.

Laughter is a easy way to bring more joy and peace to greater numbers of people. It is a social medicine that has the power to unite us and create more harmony and love in our lives. Laughter is a quick way to elevate our selves, change our mood and health, and connect us to our true self. Medical science has discovered a session of prolonged laughter produces physiological changes that leave us feeling more confident, creative and happier. Cost is $10.00 per class.

Shift + Alt + God is for those who feel stuck in life and don’t know where to start. It is for those who are working hard but feel they are not going anywhere. It is for those who are confused about what they want and how to get it. It is for those who cannot quit their jobs and explore what the world has to truly offer. This book is relatable to almost everyone, at a time when we desperately need to relate. Join us in a spiritual program designed to teach specific strategies on letting go of th …

Calling all space enthusiasts!! Have you always wanted a group where you meet people and discuss the awesomeness of the final frontier? Do you want to want to help come up with ways to advocate for space exploration? Then this is the group for you! This is a group for anyone interested in any aspect of humankind's exploration of and advancement into, you guessed it, outer space. We'll meet once a month throughout the DMV for great discussions about current news in space exploration, for any topi …

Hello Maryland. Do you know what ST:TNG means? Do you often find yourself having that Trekker vs. Trekkie debate? Well this is the place for you. Come aboard the MD-ST-MU for good people, great events, and just fun! Email with comments or questions!

Calling all alumni of Philadelphia University (formerly Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science) living the DC Metro Area to get together for happy hours, attending athletic events, networking, fundraising and good times with your fellow alums and classmates. Learn what is new and exciting at the University and stay in touch with friends and classmates.

A diverse group of seekers meets weekly to hear a short presentation by a fellow student of Theosophy, followed by open Q&A and discussion. This group has been active in the DC area since 1920, and is affiliated with dozens of similar groups around the world. Theosophical discussions commonly include subjects like reincarnation and karma, universal brotherhood, great teachers and masters of wisdom, the nature of the soul, comparative religion, laws of science and nature, the origins of man and t …

This is a women's workout group. This group is for women looking for a non-intimidating workout group with other women. Maybe you struggle with committing to regular physical fitness, feel intimidated at the gym, or hope to make some new friends to workout with. If so, JOIN THIS GROUP. Come get a great workout with an ACE-Certified Personal Trainer in the beautiful outdoors. Carrying too much weight SUCKS! I have been classified as obese for many years. However, I became an ACE-Certified Persona …

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The health of our nation is failing. This meetup is for people who want to create lasting change in their own health and who want to play a part in the much needed change in our nation's collective health. Never in the recorded history of the planet have so many people been chronically distressed, ill, and overweight. Last year our economy got stuck with a health care bill of $93 Billion that was related to lifestyle choices. Our media and culture are full of misleading and often dangerous i …

I spent an amazing year in Edinburgh, Scotland. While there, I was a member of a creative writing group where I met some fantastic writers. I want to start a similar group in the DC area because I know we have many great writers in the area as well. So here we are. The group brings together writers of all ages and from all walks of life. Whether you are a new writer or have published, all are welcome.  If writing is your life, search for a group no longer.  The format is writers will bring no mo …

I know there are some nice, liberal 20s-30s brainiacs out there in Bethesda...and I think it's past time for everyone to meet up! If you are an open-minded "young professional" dork, geek, science nerd, etc (you get my drift) but you also love being social and having a glass or two of wine, come on out and enjoy a happy hour with like-minded folks. People often message me about the age range -- we're a fairly young group!  If you're looking for something a bit different but still Nerdy, check ou …

Welcome to the Cultural Activity Group (created in 2003) for single professionals in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area who enjoy Culture and Social Events and are looking for mutual enrichment and other congenial ways to pass the time, enrich the soul, and make new friends in a friendly group environment. Military, Government and Law Enforcement welcomed!! This group falls into the category of: Social/Friendship Group/Cultural Interest Group *** EVENT EMAIL IS FREE *** WE ARE NOT A PRIVATE CL …

This is a group for anyone interested in understanding how to apply the various analytics offerings from IBM in solving pressing issues facing government agencies.  We will be offering monthly webcasts and face to face seminars on a wide range of topics with subject matter experts. Looking forward to meeting everyone!!

See our message board for information accessible to nonmembers here. The Mycological Association of Washington's meetup group (the "MAWDC Meetup group") is a group for people interested in wild mushroom collecting in and around Washington DC. This group is operated by members of the Mycological Association of Washington (“MAW”), a Section 501(c)(3) non-profit organization formed and operated to support public education about mycological interests. See http://www.mawdc.org/.  In addition to wild …

We are the oxymoron to the geek and nerd stereotype - the "social" nerds and the "chic" geeks. Sure, we love Battlestar Galactica, but that doesn't mean we can't hold our own at a high class social function. Yes, we can debate the finer points of whether Han shot first, but we can also jump into the fray and talk about the latest in pop culture. Although we can explain the relation between a "Hobbit" and a "Halfling" to someone, it doesn't mean that we locked ourselves away from society and stud …

This is a group for anyone curious or interested in Medical QiGong, and connecting to stillness. All skill levels are welcome. Want to know some info about QiGong? QiGong is a powerful system of healing and energy medicine. It is the art and science of using breathing techniques, gentle movement, and meditation to cleanse, strengthen, and circulate the life energy (qi). QiGong practice leads to better health and vitality and a tranquil state of mind. QiGong practices can be classified as martial …

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I want to meet anyone who has interested in or works in social media, science, technology, engineering or math. Let's get together to build our social network and meet new people at events and activities in the area.