This is for all who want to reach out to socialize and dialog with people of different cultures and countries. It is also a group who explores the shared histories, cultures, arts, and literature between the two sides of the Atlantic. It is my hope that a meeting is like a small journey from our day-to-day world to another place, time and point of view. The DC area is a very internationally oriented community so I hope we can come together for a great time: discussions, happy hours, social event …

This group was designed to bring a fun, easy, and entertaining way to work out & loose weight to a diverse population of people from various fitness & dance levels. The purpose is to provide an inexpensive solution to working out while boosting confidence, self-esteem, strength and endurance all while meeting new people and growing stronger as a community. Everyone should join to find out what the Zumba party is all about.

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 Silver Spring, Rockville, and Bethesda 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 ma …

This group aims to provide a means for people in the state of Maryland to discuss and organize activity that is committed to the principles of liberty and limited government as set forth in the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution. It will specifically compare and evaluate candidates for elective office, based on their likely adherence to these fundamental principles. The purpose will include a robust and open debate of political issues in the state, on a non-partisan …

Enjoy reading brainy books? Classics of world literature? Philosophy? Something entertaining, yet intellectually stimulating? Do you actually CHOOSE to pick up novels by the likes of E.M. Forster, D.H. Lawrence, Emily Bronte, or maybe Toni Morrison? Does exploring philosophical classics (Plato's Symposium, maybe? Sartre? Hume?) actually appeal to you? If reading great literature with a friendly, laid-back, edgy intellectual crowd turns you on, then this is the meetup for you. We won't t …

We are an eclectic mix of both male and female readers. If you live in or near Silver Spring, can meet in the late afternoon on the 3rd Sunday afternoon of each month, and like to read good literary fiction, some history, some biography, and maybe more, then this book club is for you. We will avoid mass fiction (like John Grisham, Janet Evanovich, Dan Brown, etc.) Come join us! [P.S. The reason the site is set to "Private" is because we meet at a member's home and for privacy and safety reaso …

Become a part of the #1 Bar Poker League in the Nation! Play in free poker tournaments - win one of 26 seats to the World Series of Poker given out each year! The World Tavern Poker League offers not just local poker games, but a national poker community that holds regional and national poker events - including the World's Largest Poker Party held in Las Vegas every year! Website: www.worldtavernpoker.com

Meet other local golfers in the metro area to discuss courses, techniques and tips. Golfers of every level, gender, and ethnicity are welcome so let's have some fun together on the links.

Open to all & everyone, who has love in his/her heart and interest in Pakistan & its affairs. This group's main focus would be to celebrate Pakistan's heritage, history, festivals, culture, languages, cuisine, national days etc. People of all ages, religions, cultures, nationalities are welcome. Meetings would be mostly held in public parks, restaurants etc Potlucks, Bhangra, Khattak dance, Ghazal nights events would be planned. Volunteering, fundraising, donations to send to help needies in Pak …

Have you had a spiritual experience? Meet other people who have had extraordinary experiences like you or desire to. Discuss out-of-body adventures, prophetic dreams, contact with a departed loved one, déjà vu, near-death experiences, seeing an inner light, hearing an inner sound, or having a sense that you have lived before. Find out what these experiences can mean and discover techniques to help you explore your inner worlds. The purpose for this Meetup group is to provide a common meeting gro …

If you are an English-learner, interested in free English classes, we can help. Enrollment is open until classes are full, so make sure to come in soon! This Torrance-South Bay English as a Second Language group is awarded by the University of Cambridge.

Marylanders for Immigrant Rights is a Meetup for people who are tired of anti-immigrant scapegoating, who care about human rights regardless of immigration status, and who want to become active with others in defending the rights of immigrants to health care, education, and a better life. We work with the ANSWER Coalition (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism), and other civil rights organizations. One focus for the next six months until the General Election will be defending the Maryland Dream Ac …

This is a basic dog obedience course offered through the Takoma Park Rec Center. The 6 week courses cover basic commands such as sit, stay, heel, etc. We will also cover problem behaviors such as nipping, barking, jumping, lunging, and digging. The goal is to prepare your dog for AKC's Canine Good Citizens test.  Pay just $125 for the 6 week courses. We also offer one day drop in sessions to get some pointers on your top issues.  These are only $30 per session. All classes (except Leash Manners) …

Agility is a fun way to build your dog's confidence and make your relationship even stronger.   Learn the proper way to introduce your dog to agility equipment with lures and praise.  Please note, this class is just for fun and is not intended to be preparation for competition.  Many of the dogs in class are seeing the equipment for the first time. The equipment we use includes buja boards, jumps, tunnels, chutes, teeter-tauter, A-frame, and dog walk.  The equipment is modeled after what you s …

This is a study group for people learning Icelandic. It will meet in Silver Spring or Takoma Park. Everyone is welcome of all levels, we will make best efforts to make sure everyone gets something out of their time.

Welcome beginners and more experienced alike! For enthusiasts of Norwegian folk music and dance in the Baltimore-Washington-Frederick area. Our monthly Norwegian-style house parties have tasty potlucks, friendly company, and lively dancing. We share moves and sometimes have informal classes. Newbies are welcomed, encouraged, and otherwise assimilated. Out-of-town visitors are always a treat; if you plan ahead we can probably put you up at someone’s house. What is our favorite dance? The springar …