This gathering in a cool lounge setting of poetry enthusiasts (and anyone else who loves this music) progressive, upbeat people who love Inspirational, Devotional, Neo-Soul, the music genre that fuses contemporary R&B, 1970s style soul, jazz, and elements of alternative-hip hop, as well as Spoken Word. You are of African to Asian descent, European to Eskimo, Latino to Lebanese, and everything in between. While you chat with great people, listen to the recorded grooves of everyone from Nicois Mus …

Belly Dance! Here we are- professional belly dancers, students, teachers, drummers, musicians and friends in Maryland and surrounding areas! Meet fellow Bellydancers near you! Come to a local Bellydancing Meetup to share the joy of belly dancing (Raqs Sharqi or Dance Oriental if you prefer). Our calendar is the best feature- see where classes are, post your own events? fill out the polls to help teachers plan. Learn about costumes and veils, shows, dancers, styles and more! Those interested in …

This group is for music lovers! We will let you know about upcoming shows and concerts in the Baltimore city area. 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 like me, music is a big part of my life. Not only are shows fun, it's ev …

Fun? Desis? Why NOT? Meet locals with an interest in South Asian culture Make Friends Share experiences Party together, Watch Movie... Lounge Events. Everyone is invited to join.. the objective is a desire to actively participate in Group events and activities. The Group solicits members to suggest events. These range from Happy Hours, Dinners, Bollywood movies, Picnics, Ski trips, Out-of-Town trips, Beach trips..... Join us, and Welcome Aboard!

Meet with other local fans of Live Music Shows. Gather to support local bands and performers and plan social outings to see live music of all genres.

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: …

This meetup was started because I wanted to meet ladies interested in doing activies locally but also day excursions and long weekends. I love to travel but have limited time and realized there are many local sites to see and things to do. Ladies should join if you are interested in meeting active, friendly ladies that want to "do" things together and have fun. Initial dues to join the group are $10.00, and thereafter $10.00 annually by the end of February.  Meet-up charges me fees to maintain s …

Gray Lavender  is for LGBT folks over 50 to get together for affordable social activities in and about our Newark/Wilmington, DE neighborhood. Experience local dining out, potlucks, local music venues, films, poetry readings, sporting events, walks/hike, play board games, and more! It's our time to create our community and celebrate. New ideas are always welcome. Let's start having fun!

Annapolis Bible Talk is a place to come and discuss God & the Bible in a real, personal way. It is NOT a Bible Study, where the answers are fed to you. Come talk about what you really think, ask questions, challenge others and be challenged. The group is open to people of any religious background, even if you don't really know what you believe or are trying to figure it out. You don't need to be an expert. We do also hang out outside of the Bible Talk, showing how fun it is to be a Christian! S …

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 …

Are you single with a birth year between (give or take) 1946-1964? This is an invitation to meet other local singles and have some fun! After family; friends are our greatest resource. Newly single? Confirmed bachelor/ette or somewhere in between? Join now to meet other local baby boomers for mingling, wine tastings, partying, physical activities, cultural and dining events. Ok...maybe a little flirting, if you are so inclined :) While you're thinking of it, shoot an E-mail to your single frien …

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 do anything fun in the Frederick area of Maryland. This can involve happy hours, nightlife, tubing, local skiing, parties, etc.   Singles, couples, and all adult age groups are invited.  Frederick NiteLife is inclusionary, and therefore, there are no initial nor ongoing membership requirements. Frederick Nite Life focuses on having incredible amounts of fun.  Many of us in the group have been friends for years, and we joke around considerably and tell tall tales while drinking (good times).  …

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 …

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.

We're a fun group of outgoing, adventurous professionals who want to make new friends while exploring the Baltimore-DC area. Our activities are intended to appeal to the 30's-40's age range and include music, arts, nightlife, happy hours, parties, festivals, concerts, sporting events, local hikes, BBQ's, movies, game nights, and the occasional day of mini golf, laser tag, go cart racing, etc. The overriding goal is to make new friends and have a good time. If that sounds like something you'd enj …

Do you like going to the movies, socializing and meeting new people but would rather not go solo? If you answered YES to any of these questions, then this group is for you! Join us for movie nights at our local downtown Silver Spring movie theatre. Occasionally, we will socialize and grab a drink or something to eat following the movie at restaurants or establishments near the theatre. Note: We do not not see or get free movie screenings so everyone pays for his or her own movie ticket and expen …

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 …

We are a premium- mature social group in the DC, MD and VA area, catering primarily to 30 and up-enthusiasts who are interested in meeting, traveling and networking in various venues. From weekend get-away's to week-long trips, a local movie, plays, dinner, night out or event, this group is geared for those who enjoy exploring different local/global endeavors. Many of our events are all-inclusive, meaning alcoholic beverages, meals, cover and reserved seating are included in the price each perso …

WELCOME TO BROADWAY BOUND/THE USHERS MEETUP Welcome and thanks for becoming a member of the Broadway Bound Meetup/The Ushers community! We are so happy that you have joined our group, and we hope to see you at our many upcoming events Broadway Bound Meetup is open to anyone interested in theater and the arts. Making friendships and sharing our love for theatre is the main purpose for Broadway Bound Meetup, so participate!" OUR EVENTS (MEETUPS) On our Meetup site, we provide you with theatre ev …

"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!

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!

This group was formed for young professionals in their 20's to 30's in the MD, DC, VA, WV, PA area that are looking for dancing, dining, bars, clubs, outdoor activities and adventures, dinner events, local activities, community service and blow out social events. www.fredericksocialscene.com This group is for couples, single people, new-in-towners, and people who have lived in the local area for a while and are looking for a new group with fresh ideas and offers a less expensive alternative to …

The name of the Group speaks for itself. So whether you are Young or Not so Young, Single or Married, Ballin' or On a Budget, a Traveler or Just like to Keep things Local... We invite you to JOIN US! We host Exciting Meet Ups that will appeal to people of all Backgrounds & Lifestyles. Meets Up include Game Nights, Advanced Movie Screenings, Sporting Events, International Travel, Single's Nights, Couples' Getaways, Parties, Concerts, Dining Out, Co-Ed Sports, and of course (the always appreciated …