Come into the ArtHouse ! Meet with local film and arts lovers to watch indie, foreign and classic films! We'll also attend art gallery openings, theater performances, Embassy evenings, museums, author readings and interesting concerts. And more often than not, there will be a reception! The idea will be to keep the price down and participation and conversation up! We'll go wherever art house films are screened in town--museums, cultural institutions, embassies, local film festivals, as well as …

This is a loose association of tabletop gamers, from miniatures to roleplaying. The website functions as an unofficial adjunct to the NOVAG (Northern Virginia Gamers) game club - see www.novag.org. It also hosts a number of smaller groups that meet in people's homes, run by various persons. It's meant to be a "Big Tent" approach to tabletop gaming - everyone is welcome under it. Each of our Assistant or Co-Organizers puts on events on their own schedules. If you are a GM/DM/ST interested in h …

Julie organized this group to start getting out and meeting active, fun people who want to stay young and adventurous.  And look where we are now!! We are an active group (of "Over 40" individuals) that loves being in the great outdoors whether it is hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, rafting, biking, horseback riding, camping, whatever-without being extreme about any one type of activity.  We can also just sip a nice glass of vino and watch the sunset.  This group is also about exploring venues o …

This informal group is primarily for unemployed or under-employed professionals and professionals who are looking for a new job. The goal is to meet once or twice a month at various locations in DC, VA and MD to network, work on resumes and cover letters, practice interview techniques, share ideas and leads an boost morale. NOTE: It is NOT okay to promote your own personal interests/products/web sites/books/services etc, or to distribute ANY materials at meetings without the prior knowledge and …

NVCT, founded in 1994, is an award winning charity that saves nearby nature by helping local governments and private landowners voluntarily preserve natural areas, trails, streams and parks. NVCT is a non-profit, tax exempt 501 (c) 3 organization preserving natural and historic resources. Contributions are tax deductible. Presently, we have preserved over 5,370 acres of natural areas and open space in Northern Virginia. NVCT also hosts Explore + Restore, a series of local outdoor educational and …

Welcome to the Alexandria-Fairfax Social Club! We are one big area with plenty to do! This area alone has many festivals, tons of tennis courts, shows and cheap eat restaurants. All are welcome. All events are only in public venues which means NO PRIVATE HOMES and NO CAMPING. All participants are responsible for staying within their own physical limits especially during our tennis matches, hikes and bowling face offs. And, as always, remember to practice good sportsmanship to each other. It is a …

The Falls Church/NoVA Chinese Language Meetup Group was organized in June 2010 by Si-chi Huang. The purpose of the group is to organize cultural, educational, social function activities, and other shared activities with Chinese as the primary language of communication. This group is open to both native and non-native Chinese speakers. Language learners of all levels are welcomed.

Patriotski is a relatively new club at GMU which is dedicated to serving the University snowsports community. It is open to GMU and NOVA students, faculty, staff and community members. Although we are primarily skiers and snowboarders, we endorse all forms of snow activities including ice sculpture, ice skating, sledding, snowman building, snowball fights and drunk polar bear swimming. We hold weekly meetings during the fall semester and several meetings during the spring semester. We offer sev …

Let's get the babies and toddlers together and have some fun! Most of our meet ups will be in Woodbridge/Dale City/Lake Ridge! We are always open to new ideas for meet ups and you are more than welcome to add events to our calendar! We want to welcome all mommies with 2010 - 2013 kiddos to join this group! The focus of the activities will be based on age appropriate fun that the little ones can enjoy. From story times and crafts to playdates at homes, we have lots of fun during the day and on we …

Welcome to Annandale Toastmasters! Meetings are open and all visitors are welcome. Whether it's prepared presentations or off-the-cuff topics, Toastmasters will improve your public speaking and communication skills. Gain confidence in you ability to express yourself and be persuasive and engaging in different situations; overcome your fears. You'll give speeches in a supportive environment, acquiring valuable experience and feedback from fellow members. As you progress in Toastmasters, you’l …

Please note: This group is not accepting new membership. We wish you the best in finding another group. This group is for older vital "boomer" couples (about 50+), born between 1946 and 1966 who want to forge friendships with other couples or casually socialize because this stage of our lives is for us to explore with zest and fun. We accept ourselves with grace and laughter. Couples in their late 40's, 50's, or older have social needs that usually are different than our younger versions. In fac …

Bringing local lesbians together for social activities, fun and friendship. When you join this group you will automatically become an "Event Organizer."  This way everyone can post and organize events for the group!

Welcome to the online home of NoVa Outdoors & Paddle Club. More than anything Meetup is about "meeting people." We require potential members submit a clear photo of *themselves* with their application, because we'd like to be able to recognize them! Please keep reading if this does not offend your sensibilities. We are a club for the active and experienced out-doors people. On some trips we welcome the inexperienced. However, we are not a club for inactive members. We ask that members attend a c …

Hello and welcome to the Lez Go Kayaking meetup group. This meetup group is a kayaking group exclusively for lesbians that was formed in October 2011. Lez Go Kayaking meetup group is for lesbian women who like to get out on flatwater; rivers, lakes and the Chesapeake Bay, and paddle at their leisure. We are a non-competitive social group with the goal of having fun on the water. After paddling, we often go to lunch together. Outings are scheduled by the organizer for a Saturday or Sunday launch. …

For more than 36 years, Volunteer Fairfax has been the heart of volunteering in Fairfax County. With a personal touch, the Center matches the skills and interests of volunteers and donors to the needs of local nonprofit organizations, helping to build a better community through service. Through a variety of programs and services, Volunteer Fairfax strengthens the capacity of its nonprofit members and offers meaningful volunteer opportunities for local citizens. For more information and to start …

Welcome all poetry, spoken word and those gifted with weaving words of love, passion and soul-stirring lyrics together that inspires all who have open minds to ready to listen. As a fan of this Meetup, and now organizer, I hope to carry on the good work and invoke a sense of community and togetherness just as our last organizer did with a true caring spirit. I ask for your patience as I plan our first evening together and update this Meetup's group page. The basic rules still apply, profanity-fr …

Greetings! So, we know friends come in all varieties, but let's be honest . . . it's not fun to always be the lone "mature mom" in the playgroup. The purpose of this group is simple: form friendships with other older moms, and get our kids together as well. Read about us below and if you think it's a fit . . . Join us! Who/What/Where Our group is comprised of moms from across Northern Virginia in their late 30's to 40's, who have a toddler/younger child or infant (or are expecting one soon) We …

Update: January 15, 2013 Who we are and what we are doing: We are a group of individuals and families who are following the pioneer spirit that founded this great country.  We are, as Holly said in her food presentation, concentrating on preparing for the little disasters with high probability.  A car goes out of control or an ice storm hits and you have no power for a few days.  A hurricane visits and now you need a few weeks.  Without power how will you heat and cook?  If you cannot leave yo …

The Twilight Brigade Mission: We are committed to the active practice of compassionate service through the worldwide mobilization and training of volunteers to provide a loving presence for those approaching death, thereby helping ensure that no one need die alone. We are a Volunteer Service Organization We are an Educational Organization Our Volunteers are trained to maintain confidentiality, provide unconditional positive regard, maintain an attitude of acceptance, maintain a sense of hopefuln …

Fairfax Volleyball Club (FVC) was created in 1979 to promote the sport of volleyball in Northern Virginia. To accomplish its goal, FVC: plans special events to help players meet and form teams such as Open Play nights, $1 nights at George Mason University Men's Volleyball home matches, and more; offers an annual skills clinic; organizes adult indoor recreational leagues year-round; organizes adult outdoor doubles tournaments June through September/October; partners with CHRVA (Chesapeake Region …

Parents Without Partners is a nonprofit organization devoted to helping single parents and their children. Orientation is held the first Sunday of every month (unless it falls on a holiday). The next meeting will be on August 5 at the City of Fairfax Regional Library, 10360 North Street, Room 214, Fairfax 703-293-6227 RSVP: Patricia 703-691-4968 or patricia.morgan11@verizon.net . We are a not for profit organization dedicated to single parents and children to provide educational and social progr …

the goal is to create a local group of south asian, asian, and any and all women who write for networking, support and feedback on writing. journalists, fiction, nonfiction all genres welcome. would love a mix of published and unpublished people. it would be great to get a big enough group to get a local chapter of women and work with other organizations to create workshops, conferences, retreats. anyone interested on furthering writing efforts of south asian women or just women in general shoul …

We focus on social and networking events for people with language skills and diversed nationality backgrounds. Ultimately, we want to build a bridge for F1 International Students to success in the United States. We love to have fun, chill and have awesome parties!! We want to host events from relaxing dinner outings to exciting trips!!! We are waiting for people like you!! Come, join us and meet cool folks all over the world living in the DMV area. So if you are an international student or if yo …

Thank you for your interest in wanting to join the Kingstowne Volunteers Over 45 Helping the Community Group. The Group is open to any Kingstowne Resident over 45 years of age. You will need to identify the neighborhood you reside in when you sign up to join. The majority of the events will be within a 20 mile radius of Kingstowne. The Group dues will be $5 annually to support our Meetup Group. Meetup website currently charges $144 a year to join and is paid by the Organizer. As our Group grows, …

This is a group for all of the single friends of Devotion to Children (501)(c)(3). If you are currently a Board Member, Organizer, Committee Member, and/or Volunteer AND single come hang with us. If you are single and looking for an opportunity to become friends with and connect with someone who appreciates and shares your passion of giving back to your community this is a group for you. We'll meet up for happy hours, movies, sight-seeing, travel, activities with kids (if you have them), organiz …

Let’s discover resources for healthy, sustainable living in and around Prince William County, Virginia! We'll meet monthly or more often. Some of our Meetup events will include: Visiting local farms that offer sustainable, pastured beef and poultry Learning about green housecleaning Visiting a local beekeeper Taking gardening classes Price comparisons of sustainable products Looking at policies and laws in Prince William County to see how they impact our future sustainability and health Discov …

We are a non profit organization in the Northern Virginia Area. This is a group for cyclists and bicycle riders who enjoy riding. Rides are designed for intermediate and advanced level riders who enjoy challenges, meeting new friends and giving back to the community. This group started 4 years ago as an organized 32 mile supported ride. Our rides now range from 30 to 60+ miles. Come join us for the sights of the Northern Virginia area.

This group was inspired by my start in the Affiliate Marketing, Internet Marketing, and Direct Sales industry. The purpose of the group is to mastermind with other entrepreneurial spirits about making money online, swap strategies, ideas, and to be a support to one another by providing encouragement, enrichment, a shoulder to lean on, and a listening ear. We will organize training events both online and in person to leverage each others' special talents. This group is generic and non specific to …