Jazz in the City is a group for local jazz aficionados, which introduces you to the finest musicians performing at some of the most elegant venues this city has to offer. The group’s organizers, In Touch Entertainment, manage, book and produce both established and up-and-coming recording artists, so we have our finger on the pulse of the jazz scene! We started this group because we want to share our passion for jazz with other fans. However, the group is not exclusively for jazz connoisseurs. …

WELCOME TO UNITED LATINO PROFESSIONALS! Friends. Culture. Community. ANYONE WHO LOVES LATIN CULTURE CAN JOIN! EXPLORE THE CULTURE! MAKE NEW FRIENDS! GIVE BACK! “Si los ciudadanos practicasen entre sí la amistad, no tendrían necesidad de la justicia.” - Aristoteles ULP Vision: United Latino Professionals(ULP) will be the leading social networking group in the nation, with chapters in all major urban areas. Our activities will continue to unite people and celebrate Latino culture. ULP Mission: …

We are an active group that plans a variety of events in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. This is an active, social, and intellectually curious, mixed group of different ages, professions, race, status, locals, transplants, and internationals. The focus is to meet new people while doing interesting activities. New ideas are always welcome. We do events such as, hiking, board game night, sailing, live music events, museum tours, art gallery events, etc. All are welcome to join. Come one, come all! Add …

Meet local Spanish language and culture lovers for conversation, cultural exchange, and fun in Washington DC! Come to a Spanish Fanaticos Meetup event and make new amigos while speaking in Spanish, learning new vocabulary, putting your grammar knowledge into practice and/or simply brushing up your Spanish skills! Some of our events include: Spanish Grammar and Literature Workshops, Social Networking Events, Happy Hours, Dinners, Coffee Time, Hikes, Picnics, Movie Nights, Dancing and more. All ag …

We are a spinoff of the Meetup group, Singles Soirées 40 & Up! While that group typically features large-scale events in Washington, DC, Singles Popups 40 & Up! offers impromptu gatherings inside & outside the Beltway. Would you like to try out a new restaurant, indulge in a local happy hour, view an exhibition, go to the movies, hear live music, relax & chat in a cafe...? Why go alone? Or not at all? This is your chance to invite nearby singles 40 & up to join you.

All of us share an interest in sacred chant known as "kirtan," a devotional practice of singing, drumming, and participating in group energy for the purpose of elevating the spirit, building community, and realizing interconnectedness. The practice originated in India millennia ago, but has been popularized in the West by singers such as Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Wah!, Dave Stringer, Deva Premal, Bhagavan Das, David Newman (Durga Das), etc. This list will be a place to share information about loca …

We at Grapes And Grains believe in learning and tasting wine, beer and whiskey in an unpretentious and fun atmosphere. We're open to anyone interested in tasting whether they are a novice or a connoisseur (newbies, enthusiasts, wine snobs, and cork dorks welcome). Great Times occur around Good Food, Wine and Fun conversations. Our objective is simple: organize affordable, fun tastings and food pairing events in diverse, convenient locations in the Washington DC Metro area to allow our members to …

This group is for any young couple interested in hanging out with other couples who are Fun, Kind, Outgoing and Open-Minded. My husband and I decided to start our own group after trying out many other meet-up groups and leaving each disappointed. Our goal is to meet other great couples and make REAL lasting friendships, not just networking (like those "other groups" do). There was an article in a recent Washingtonian that stated that married couples who had many couple friends reported having a …

DC Vinyl Lovers is a community built around good music and the appreciation of vinyl as an artform and a culture. This is a group for vinyl enthusiasts, aspiring and experienced collectors, crate diggers, people who are new to vinyl and anyone else who loves great music! All genres are welcome. We can get together to go digging at local record stores, have listening sessions, share our latest finds and anything else you have in mind. Feel free to suggest meetup ideas!

"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 …

Levine Jam Nights are for music enthusiasts of any level who are interested in getting together for an evening of education and music. Some of our events are jam sessions for blues and rock musicians, while others focus on classical/acoustic styles. Some events are family-friendly, while others are geared more for adult musicians. Enjoy an evening with other local musicians while improving your skills with our fantastic instructors from the Levine School of Music!

First Thursday @ First Church is a monthly music and performance art series in downtown Washington, DC,  open to the entire community and visitors to our city.   This is a different kind of happy hour.  We think you'll find our new building to be a work of art in itself. Each month we'll offer a different musical or performance art group selected from the local DC area. We offer light refreshments and nonalcoholic beverages.  There is no cost to attend. Come for the art, the food and drinks, or …

Meet other local people interested on learning more about the culture ,dance and music from Brazil. My Goal is to promote the Brazilian Music and Dance culture from Bahia, Norte e Norderste ( Axe, Maracatu, Forro, Samba de Roda e Candonble )Sao Paulo ( Pagode, Samba Rock) Rio de Janeiro (, Samba de Gafieira ) also including Lambada, Brazilian Bolero, and the Samba no Pe or Samba de Carnaval. I hope one day with my love for those type of dances and your support we can make it as big as any othe …

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 …

TCGWDC is a non-profit social organization. It is primarily, but not exclusively, a social club for men and women of above average social stature. In addition to its social functions, the Club also supports advocacy and charitable activities with both the Tall community and the greater local community. The Tall Club of Greater Washington DC is a club for tall people, women 5’10” or taller & men 6’2” or taller, and is affiliated with Tall Clubs International (TCI).  If you meet height requiremen …

BEST Italian Club in Town with the MOST Italian Events for ALL Cultures. 1,450+ Cosmopolitan Networking Members enjoying ALL THINGS ITALIAN in DC-METRO !!! PIAZZA ITALIA - U.S.A. CHIAMA ITALIA ! Bringing to life BOTH the ITALIAN LANGUAGE & ITALIAN CULTURE in Washington,DC ... FREE MEMBERSHIP !  BENVENUTI AL CLUB CHE CELEBRA LA LINGUA e LA CULTURA ITALIANA nella CAPITALE degli USA.  PIAZZA ITALIA is the BEST and ONLY Italian Language & Italian CULTURE social club for "ALL THINGS ITALIAN" in …

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.... …

The loss of Michael Jackson's genius of music and dance was a devastating blow to so many around the globe who have literally grown up enjoying his incredible talents. Whether it was his music or his dancing, Michael Jackson has always been light years ahead of the pack. I for one was planning to attend as many of his eventual touring concerts in the US that were physically possible when I picked up a voice mail message from Channel 9 News wanting to know if I'd come to a local rally and teach t …

“Let's get together for some outside deck or rooftop dinner parties, backyard BBQs, picnics, garden parties or relaxing around the living room fireplace sharing in organic fare with good people and even better conversation; creating small group Real Food socializing that will spontaneously spread like wildfire to other communities locally.  If you care about the source of our food and wish to learn more; and if you believe A-list music, food and fun bring people together; join the GMO Free DC co …

DC MD VA Networking Events (SANE) ...go in-SANE with Exquisite Elegant Exotic Events! Established here in Nation's Capital 'Washington DC', SANE provides young professionals an opportunity to meet other young professionals, like themselves, in laid-back atmospheres with popular music & exotic drinks. SANE begins the networking association with a series of after work socials. Our 'happy hour' social events will run once a month at local upscale lounges. "NO" Drama. "No" Politics. "NO" Membership …

Connecting DC's Global Professional Community... Have you ever wanted to meet and build relationships with other local Expats who can share your common experience or those who love cultures of other countries ? Imagine being able to meet others, to share in social events, business connections, food and music. The DC International Professionals Meetup is a network of professionals in the Greater Washington, DC area. Our group is made up of individuals who have lived and worked in countries al …