Enjoy kayaking, biking, happy hours, and other events with like minded individuals in the DC Metro area. Members are only invited if they are easy going, no drama, no mean people. I also manage some charitable benefits and include them in the calendar if you like to 'party with a purpose'. Typically, these events are international, young professional happy hour types of events. I have always been an environmentalist and will add 'green' events into the mix. We are a fun, interesting group …

We are a group of runners in our 20's and 30's, with members ranging from beginner runners to those who have been running for years. Nothing like knowing others are waiting for you to make sure you go out and run! We are not competitive, regardless of pace (we have some very fast runners in the group, and very slow runners, and even if you can't run the whole thing, and need a walk break, it's ok).  We always welcome new faces! Our weekday runs are always by time, not distance, so that we can al …

**INACTIVE MEMBERS ARE REMOVED AFTER 6 MONTHS OF INACTIVITY --- WE STRIVE TO KEEP ACTIVE MEMBERS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THIS GROUP & MEETING NEW PEOPLE** we are looking for more men to represent & come out and meet the lovely ladies PRIVATE GROUP | PROFILE QUESTIONS ANSWERED | PHOTOS REQUIRED!! Are you a single professional man/woman in search of that special someone who's looking for the same things you are? or just looking to meet new people, mix n' mingle & network in the DMV? Looking to exp …

Welcome to Alexandria Happy Hour Meetup Group! The happy hour tradition is alive and well in Alexandria! Alexandria Happy Hour Meetup Group is intended to be an apolitical, non-partisan, social group bringing together people from all walks of life, varied backgrounds, and the full range of beliefs. You can count on us meeting regularly for happy hours and other fun events in Old Town Alexandria as well as around the DC-NoVA area! We're open to suggestions for events that you'd like to see/do in …

This group was created for the 20s-30s Northern Va woman who is new in town(or has been here for awhile) and wants to make new friends. While there are some great groups out there, I've noticed that they either grew quite large and the meetups filled up quickly or some of the meetups were occurring less and less. This group enjoys happy hours, brunches, dinners, movies, outdoor activities, trips, etc. We have a calendar full of upcoming events, so find one that interests you and join in :) Thank …

Introduction: Our founder decided to start this group because she enjoyed wine and want to get to know other people in their 20s & 30s that like wine too.  It worked!  Since getting started in April 2010, we have attended 250 tastings, wineries, dinners, festivals, happy hours, parties, and almost any other idea, as long as it somehow involves wine, with many more planned! We look for a great mix of men and women in their 20s & 30s - single, married, couples, just friends, it doesn't matter - th …

Just moved the area and find yourself without a social circle to do whatever with? Stuck indoors on a a beautiful day wishing you had someone to call up? Up for a drink, but hate going out to a bar by yourself? Just moved into a new place and want to have a housewarming party..but have no one to invite? The above situations seem to be more common than people would let on, and this group aims to change that for members. The goal of this group is to put together small manageable events of all type …

This group was created to provide a means for those that live and work in Crystal City or Pentagon City to meet each other. You don't have to be in the government, military or a government contractor. Whether your goal is to network with those in your field of work or just to enjoy a drink after work, meet your neighbors, meet new friends or perhaps a new love! this group will have plenty of meetups and opportunities for you to have fun after a long and stressful day!

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 …

Are you between the ages of 30-45? Then this is the group for you! We are a group of young professionals from the area of Alexandria and Arlington with one goal and one goal only: to have a good time. We strive to create a diverse, accepting, easy going, and non-cliquish environment where people can meet others with similar interests. The group is open to both singles and couples and events include happy hours, social dancing, movies, hiking, dining, and any other events members may suggest. So …

Celebrate 2013 with new Friendships ~ Have you recently relocated leaving close friends behind? Perhaps your friendships drifted over time.  Studies reveal women of all ages change friends about every five years.  You may have childhood or long-time friends in your life, but as life changes, so do friendships.  Creating new friend connections is beneficial and critical to our health and well being. Our group encourages members to suggest or host events. We are an upbeat community of fun women in …

This group is for the musician, writer, painter, dancer, sculptor, scientist, photographer, inventor, or any other creative and intuitive person, who is forever curious and always willing to learn and grow.  With this group, I hope the various creative individuals of all walks of life, can come together as a community and have an outlet for their down time. A place where you can chat and socialize with other people who create and have passion for what they do.

Welcome my Latinos and Latinas! Looking to tie the loose ends of professional Latinos by exploring various cultures throughout the DMV area, networking, and socializing with a twist. We can finally enjoy the Latino community and the variety it offers, as we will meet in different places that we all can learn and have a great time with each other, therefore don't be shy and jump in. Also, we will be involved in multicultural actives if you wish to be part of these as well and learn about unique p …

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This is a group for people who are interested in not only drinking great wine but learning about it as well. Let's plan events that are fun and educational. Let's find out why Chardonnay tastes different in Burgundy then it does in Napa. What wines should we drink now or lay down for 20 years? Let's find out together while drinking great wine and having fun. This is a group for wine enthusiasts of all levels who want to learn more about what's in our glass. Events will include the standard wine …

Based on the writing workshop model, we will meet at a cozy spot to discuss and dissect some great contemporary short stories by published authors. We’ll talk about what makes the story tick: what’s working, what isn’t, and what we can learn (or steal) for our own writing practice. Then we’ll drink a beer or a coffee or something, and have a few laughs. Join us if you're a fan of the genre or if you want to get caught up on the latest fiction, or if you're a writer yourself and want to learn fr …

This is a group for people of all ages and cultures that have discovered how awesome scooters are. The group will meet weekly or biweekly for happy hour to talk shop with, share knowledge, and learn from other scooter riders. We will go on group rides through and around Washington, DC. We will also host how to workshops on how-to properly maintain, and modify your scooter for optimal performance. Here is where it gets good, we will also rent space and hold scooter races! That's right, scooter ra …

This is a group for women in their late 20s/early 30s who find themselves at that point in their lives where living for the weekend no longer consists of hanging out at the clubs and sleeping hangovers off the next day -and before you know it, Monday is here. You start to realize that those friends you only have certain things in common and no longer can relate to on a daily basis, leave you wanting to expand your social circle. It's a fact of life; we all change and grow out of friendships. But …

"Wine is something larger than we might imagine. Wine is passion. It's family and friends. It's warmth of heart and generosity of spirit. Wine is culture and refinement. And wine is the very essence of civilization and what we mean by the Art of Living." -Robert Mondavi Calling all those in the Washington DC metro area that love to drink and learn about great wine and enjoy everything that accompanies it – great food, travel, culture, building friendships, great conversations, laughter and mem …

Hello ladies! Welcome to the group. Whether you're new to the area or have been here for some time, this is the place to meet fellow ladies and enjoy our lovely Old Town. From shopping on King Street, walking the water front, trying new restaurants, and hitting up markets and fairs, there is SO much to do in our area. My name is Stacy and even though I've been in the area over a year, I'm still looking to meet more fine young ladies like myself; I often find myself wanting to call up girlfriends …

The Grace Church Twenties and Thirties (TNT) group is for young adults that are looking for fellowship in the Alexandria/Arlington area. We host events such as weekly Bible Study, Brunch, Potlucks, Happy Hour, and Clothing and Basket drives, just to name a few. Even though Grace Church is an Episcopal Church, we welcome everyone from all different walks of life(Christian and non-Christian) to come, participate and most of all have fun. We provide a safe and open environment for everyone to discu …

This meetup is targeted for teachers, especially those in Fairfax, Alexandria, and Arlington.  Teachers are great people--kind and knowledgeable, resourceful and responsible, friendly and fun.  So, let's get to know each other better!  Our signature activity will be EARLY HAPPY HOURS (HH 301).   Some restaurants may even offer us specials.  During vacations and summers, events may expand to include weekday activities--e.g., hikes, book discussions, movies, conversational Spanish, and travel.   M …

This group is dedicated to meeting new people, networking opportunities, and just having tons of fun! We will do an assortment of outtings around the NoVA and DC area such as happy hours, volunteering, dinner club, networking, and anything else we can think of. I am totally open to any suggestions you may have. This is a great opportunity to explore what this great area has to offer while maintaining new friendships.

Welcome to the Ladies of Crystal City / Pentagon City meetup group! This group was created for the friendly, nonjudgmental women who live or work in (or near) Crystal City / Pentagon City who are laid back and like to have a good time. There are so many things to do in the area, so let's get together for happy hours and other fun events in (or near) Crystal City / Pentagon City.

Conscious Blacks in the DMV seeks to address the issues faced in the African-American community by promoting positive change through activism and service, advocate liberation and empowerment, while educating and understanding our rich history and culture. This group is for those who share these ideals and want to have fun while meeting new people. Some of the types of events you can expect from this group are: ~ Conscious books, films, art, poetry ~Community service & charity ~Lectures & speaker …

This group is for people who love to laugh, be silly, let our inner child out to play, and like to meet other people who are happy and love to laugh. We rarely laugh for no reason and Laughter Hour (sometimes called Laughter Yoga) gives us so many outlets to laugh, laugh, laugh. You leave feeling elevated from the endorphin release and relaxation at the end of the Hour.

This is a group for singles and couples, regardless of age and sexual orientation, who have the following in common: (1) do not have kids and have no desire to have any in the future; (2) do not have kids and are undecided about having any in the future; or (3) have kids who do not live with them (ex. grown, live out of town) but want no more kids moving forward. As you all know, it is very hard for us to meet like-minded childfree people, especially for those of us in our 30s and up. We all hav …

This is a group for women to find some great friendships and hang out with other like minded women. Activites include, hiking, happy hours, dinners, and other day trips. We were previously assistant organizers from another group, but wanted more control of how the group is run, so we decided to form our own group! We have made some great friendships from our previous group and look forward to meeting some great women in our new group. We are excited about our upcoming events.