We are a group of Arts and Culture lovers who love to socialize. Our events are mostly hosted events with a person to greet you and keep the group together.  The events size could be 5-6 people up to 20 people. Our emphasis is enjoying Arts and Culture events with opportunities to network and make long lasting friends.  We will always try to look for special discounted tickets for our events.  We'll go to different venues in town--museums, cultural institutions, and local film festivals.   We're …

Do you listen to new bands but feel too old to go to their shows? Or, do you tend to go but feel weird about being the oldest person there?  There are lots of great shows coming to town and there is NO LAW against grayhairs going to live new music. The solution is to go together.  We can strategize ways to stay up beyond our bedtimes! All members are welcome to suggest any kind of new music event on AH. The "Hipster" label is entirely tongue-in-cheek. We're not all that strict about the "aging …

"I merely took the energy it takes to pout and wrote some blues." --- Duke Ellington Jazz and blues fans of all ages and stages (rookie to veteran listener/performer) are welcome to this Meetup group devoted to seeking out and attending great jazz and blues concerts throughout the National Capital Region. We attend a range of venues and events, from pricey to free, mostly in and around downtown DC, with occasional forays into the ‘burbs. If you love jazz and blues, but would prefer to enjoy it …

This group is for music lovers! I will let you know about upcoming shows and concerts in the Baltimore city area. Most music focused here will be alternative, indie, and indie folk rock. These bands will be well-known or local to Baltimore/D.C. I live downtown Baltimore and there is always great music playing in the area. I know D.C. has great shows and venues, but I will be focusing more on the city of Baltimore, because we have a lot of shows too and we don't have to travel so far! If you are …

Whether you're new to the D.C. area or a native, if you are interested in discovering local indie artists/bands in the city and want to meet an amazing group of people, then you belong here. We'll be catching shows at some of the staple local venues like Black Cat, 9:30 Club, IOTA, U St. Music Hall, Rock and Roll Hotel, DC9-among others. This group has a very active calendar of events, and we typically meet almost every week. While our purpose is to, well, meet up-this group is to also support l …

The Washington Area Theater Group attends local theater and other performance arts!  Our events vary from local community theater, to musical performances, to comedy clubs, to broadway-style shows at the Kennedy Center and beyond. If you would like to join other theater lovers, this is the group for you!  Often we meet before the show to eat (unless it's a dinner theater!), either for lunch or dinner.  Please suggest your favorite theater or restaurant! By now most of you are familiar with meetu …

The Livingston Society is named in honor of my closest friend Livingston who's life was cut too short. If you knew Livingston you knew that he could be found at almost every social event in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan area. He was a fun, outgoing gentlemen that took the time to get to know you. When you were involved in a conversation with him he made you feel like you were the only one in the room. He was an all around great guy. Therefore, this group (btw 30-50 preferred but not limited t …

This group is for young singles in or near DC who suffer from psoriasis and excema. Let's face it, meeting new people can be tough if you have psoriasis. It's a confidence crushing affliction, and really, only others with the disease can truly relate. The purpose of this group is to meet other young people with psoriasis, go to happy hours, shows, and any other fun stuff we can come up with in this fair city. We may be few, but we don't have to be far between! This is not an advocacy or support …

Over 80 events have taken place already in the first year! Don't miss out on our .... Join the Laurel Metro Social Group! The PURPOSE of this Meetup group is to provide social events for men and women who like to GET TOGETHER, MEET NEW PEOPLE, and HAVE FUN in Laurel and the Baltimore and DC metro areas. This is a social group, NOT A DATING GROUP! Future events may include arts and culture, concerts, historic walking and bus tours, educational and networking workshops and seminars, karaoke, come …

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DC's best Meetup for global adventure! This group is for people who enjoy events in the Washington DC area such as: international travel, embassy events, hiking, museums, festivals, kayaking, meditation, adventure travel, outdoor recreation, sports, spa visits, concerts, films, trips to the beach, ice skating, hot air balloon rides, and/or making friends while doing all of these things. YOU ARE: Single, married or in-between...young, old or in-between....students, professionals or in-between.... …

Are you over 'getting wasted' at parties every weekend? But haven't quite resigned yourself to a life of crocheting toilet paper covers & talking to your plants? Then come be social and fun with us! We're a group of mostly single, mostly child-free women in our 30s, living around Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Annapolis & Baltimore. Things we do: Happy Hours Winery and Brewery Tours Local Festivals Dinners Out Concerts Movies Book clubs Day trips to beaches, gardens, and parks …

This group is also about exploring venues of any other nature, whether it is an outdoor event, concert, museum, historical area, winery event, bowling-pretty much anything someone's interested in. So this is a mix of outdoor activities and social events-no dinner and movies for us on a regular basis.  So check out our calendar. We also want to hear from the members about fun venues you have been to or would like to try. This is about getting out, making friends and having new experiences-maybe c …

If you are new to the area or would just like to meet some quality girlfriends that you can go out with, spend time with, and laugh with, then this group is for you! We are a group women in our 20's & 30's who've either just moved to the DC area or are just looking to explore new and familiar places with new/soon-to-be-familiar friends. Our events typically revolve around going to dinner, wine tasting, brunch, happy hours, movies, exploring DC or any other activities that sound like fun. Membe …

If you're well out of college and find it difficult to make new girlfriends in the adult world or workplace, then this group's for you! As my friends move to other cities or have tighter schedules, I find my time devoted to work, exercise and my boyfriend's social circle... and I won't settle for it! I want to forge my own friendships in a relaxing environment with girls who have similar interests. I'm looking to create a group of young ladies who live close to home (in or near Silver Spring, MD …

Life is short.....so why not live it to the fullest everyday....  This group is catering to smart, witty, charming gals in the DMV area who are looking to meet other fierce and fab women for a laid back, fun environment to form true bonds over time.  We will spend our time getting to know each other at chic lounges, spas, movies, top 100 restaurants in the DMV, outdoor events, concerts, and many more....please feel free to join us, if this sounds like something you'd like to be a part of.....our …

Welcome to the #1 Washington DC, MD, and VA Kick A.S.S. Group where we host activities for men and women of All Shapes, Sizes (A.S.S.)! This group is for women and men mainly in their 20's-40's who want to have fun exploring everything the DMV area has to offer. This group is for single people, married people, new-in-town or for people who have been in the area for a while; and most of all for anyone who wants to meet new friends and socialize. Our main goal is to have fun through outdoor activi …

Welcome to Hip Chic Events!  The goal of our group is to bring together fun and hip professional women who are interested in forming new friendships and exploring the DC/Metro area. We want to form a group with a strong bond "Sex and the City" style and take advantage of the incredible events and activities this area has to offer.  You can expect meetups ranging from concerts at Wolf Trap, dinner parties and movies to shows at the Kennedy Center and weekend getaways to New York!  There will also …

Targeting, but not limited to, those who are new in town and mainly in their 20's or 30's, here is a group designed for getting together to enjoy bars/food/hikes/events/shows in the area. Events include sporting, concerts, happy hours, and whatever else that attracts interest. Meet at bars, parks, professional sports games, rec-leagues, or anywhere that sounds fun. Be social. Come hang out. Also looking for people to help organize events so let me know if you are interested... 20 and 30 Somethin …

Love...    Humility...    Gentleness... Beautiful words that capture not only the nature of Christ but what He truly IS. He is Love itself, Humility itself! THE SAVIOR and ALSO THE GREATEST SERVANT, who washed his disciples feet, showed kindness to tax collectors and prostitutes, discouraged us from judging others by challenging "He who hath no sin let him cast the first stone," and made the ultimate sacrifice of LOVE by giving HIS LIFE for us.. Sadly, In many circles, christianity which should …

This Group is for "Professional" Gay/Bi African American men in the DC area. This group is designed to help black men network with each other on either a professional or personal level. Members of this group should be "professionals" who conduct themselves as such. If you are interested in Wine tastings, Hiking, Outings, Concerts, Museums, Art shows, and Cultural events this group is for you!

NOTE: I postevents on here of more than half of the events I attend with other folks ( sans my currently benign m-eh date nights) ..... so if you see only me attending , ask 'coz I might be with a small group of other gals not on here or who chose not to be on meetups...Beth ___________________________________________________________________________ Hey there, We started this meetup as an INVITATION-ONLY network for now. We're both starting a new phase in life [ newly single bachelorette status …