Do you want to bond with other natural hair gals and enjoy the DMV while doing so? Well this is the group for you! Please join us "naturalistas"as we get together to discuss our natural hair journeys, make-up tips, fashion trends & everything in between! Great group if you are looking to build a sisterhood with other great women Come on, you know you want to join :)

We meet monthly to discuss hair trends, review products and hairstyles, share information about local events, build friendships, and support small business-owners in the greater Baltimore area.

We are a group branching off from the Natural Mamas in Silver Spring Working Together Communally group, to create a similar community here in Alexandria. Right now, we are in the formation stage and will be planning a meetup for discussion and intention-setting. As a starting point, here is a relevant excerpt from the Silver Spring group's description: "This is for moms and dads who feel they and their child are missing out on something by being alone most of the time, and want more than just th …

After 6 years of being a nature & landscape photographer, I feel compelled to share the gift of photography with others! I will be leading a series of workshops around the DC area, introducing you to the natural and man-made wonders of our region while teaching you the basics and advanced techniques of digital SLR photography. And, while I will help you build a foundation in the technical skill required of the craft, I will place emphasis on developing you as an artist: I will teach you how to b …

A local spot for us Naturals, and those soon to be Naturals to network, build, learn, grow, explore, etc. I'm just a sister who loves her curls. I really wanted an outlet to voice my experiences both good and bad. I also occasionally blog (www.naturallykish.wordpress.com).

Second Half Rally is a FUN meetup group for experienced life veterans who like active recreation and sharing good times together. We enjoy activities such as biking on rail trails, kayaking in natural environments, hiking in state and national parks, attending festivals and concerts, exploring interesting city neighborhoods, discovering cool restaurants, and going car camping to celebrate being outdoors around a campfire. We also like to eat, drink, and HAVE FUN, especially outdoors where everyt …

This is a way for members of Falkland Chase to share resources and talk about upcoming hiking events. Meetup is a great way to build a schedule as well. We'll decide if this is a good fit going forward. One are I'd like to explore would be getting together with some humans and canines that would be down for some more intense hikes and potentially backpacking. Also, I am putting everyone that joins from Falkland Chase as an organizer, so you can do everything except ask for money for events. Post …

SEE OUR CALENDAR! THROUGH JUNE '14! marnacamp.org !FOR THIS SUMMER! AND SELECTED EVENTS ALL YEAR ALL EVENTS ARE FAMILY FRIENDLY! Keep  July 12th and August 9th Weekends FREE! July 12th : World Record Skinny Dip Events  marna@marnacamp.com August 9th: AvalonFest, contact AVALON directly in WVA ALSO Invite only events, for MARNA members, and weekends arranged by individual members that will be shared , held at AANR resorts ONLY: marna@marnacamp.com BOOKMARK THIS EVENT LINK! See you May 18th …

This club was created to help kids build relationships with other kids and maybe, find their best friend(s) for life. As parents, I believe helping children build healthy relationships with each other is important in so many ways. And here at Friend Zone, we’re committed to being that building block. Friend Zone is open to any child (ages 1-12), whose parents are looking for them to be a part of something special! As adults, we get together with our friends to catch up and enjoy the social times …

As a life-affirming response to living in a rapidly changing world, Transition York PA seeks to consciously build a community where all people thrive while reducing reliance on fossil fuels, striving for food and resource self-sufficiency and strengthening relationships with each other and with nature.

This group is for those of us who aren't concerned about bottom-line profits in growing food, raising animals, and keeping bees. Rather, we're more concerned about the health of our environment, family, and community. The purpose of this group is to exchange ideas and share knowledge of sustainable methods that help us to reach this goal. Most of us keep bees or farm as a hobby or as a way to supplement our family's food supply. We acknowledge that some of the conventional practices in farming a …

This group is for families from DC, MD, VA area, striving to build peacemaking, nonviolent conflict resolution, empathy building and compassionate expression skills for and with our children. You have probably learned from many teachers and approaches and your main intention is to raise children to be peacemakers in the world and starting with ourselves at home. We organize playdates, 'moms and dads cafés', social gathering, classes and workshops that draw on the work of Marshall Rosenberg, PhD. …

This group meets in the the greater DC area to support each other in becoming health coaches. We study for exams, practice health histories, network, and discuss business issues. This group is open to those enrolled in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition or thinking about enrolling. We may attend potential networking opportunities to support one another in building our practices. The group may decide to conduct wellness seminars to attract new clients. Those who are looking for nutrition and …

This is a group for photographers and models alike who are interested in learning and creating amazing photos in small groups (2-3 people at a time.) This group was started because most group shoots enlist many photographers but offer very little time to shoot. If you could use more time shooting or building your portfolio - this is the group for you! This group offers 2-3 hour sessions and a variety of models to work with. We'll host fashion, portraits, nature, and nude sessions for those inter …

One idea, one team, one solution at a time is what it's all about.  Conceptualize, design, develop and deploy a new app, web service or product every three weeks.  Share in the fun, excitement and equity of the next big thing.  No need to wait in line to pitch for a limited amount of spots to get your idea up and running.   No need to pay to join a group of strangers for a few days hoping that you can put together something meaningful and move forward.  Join our community of entrepreneurs, devel …

This is a group for anyone interested in walking, rock climbing, camping, kayaking, jogging, etc. All skills levels are welcome. I started this group to build a healthier AMERICA. Looking forward to exploring the outdoors with everybody.” LET'S GET ON THE MOVE AND BUILD A HEALTHIER AMERICA!

We are paddling enthusiasts who believe that fun, shared experiences in the outdoors are a great way to build friendships. We started this group to offer SUP outings, kayaking lessons, free community races, and many other outdoor adventure activities to the Meetup community. We look forward to seeing you on the river!

We are a laid back group of diverse people who enjoy hiking with others while exploring trails in Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. A sense of humor is a must and we are very much a social hiking group. Our group focuses on camaraderie, safety while having good times out on the trail, and leading an active lifestyle. We enjoy Mother Nature's diversity as well as our own, so get your rear in gear and come on out and join us for a hike! Why We Hike - To have good times, make frie …

Some people drift through their entire life. They do it one day at a time, one week at a time, one month at a time. It happens so gradually they are unaware of how their lives are slipping away until it's too late. The time to be happy is now, regardless of any circumstances or beliefs, it is your birth right to be free and happy in every moment. Here we maximize every moment of our existence and live our life to the fullest. This group is here to remind us of all the things we want to achieve i …

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 …

This is the central group for Transgendered Ladies and Cross Dressers and their partners in the Washington D.C. area to network, learn, grow, and come together socially in safe, trans friendly venues. So whatever interests or needs that you have as a trans lady, you should be able to find it in joining us here. These are opportunities to dress up and have fun, socialize, build friendships, share, explore, expand, and celebrate our femininity together in safe and enjoyable settings. It is also …

This MeetUp group has been created for Frederick MD. GLBT folks to have a safe and friendly place to gather and meet other local Gay, Lesbian Singles and couples. Gay, Lesbian,Gay friendly, "All " aspects of the rainbow Family are welcome! A place to gather with like minded people to make NEW! friends , and hopefully to build some LIFE LONG friendships! A place to network and share our gifts and skills with one another! A place to help one another, in good times and bad ! treat others as you wou …

Love nature, trails, lakes, hills....Love running, walking, hiking, sprinting....Ever want to be a runner but just couldn't seem to succeed? Then this new group is for you! I Love to Run...Can't do it very well, and wouldn't - LOL - do it on the road (for fear I'd stumble into a car, plus I do not like running/walking near road traffic). If you like hiking and nature and walking on trails and ever get that urge to unleash the little child in you that just wants to take off on a sprint, or go for …

Master the art of photography and lighting by learning the correct way to use natural lighting, hot lights, and studio flash when shooting the human form, at our photography studio that's located inside our huge factory building. We are also planning on holding a variety of different group shoots and workshops (both studio and outdoors), in many different styles, such as: fashion, editorial, casual, glamour, gothic, and artistic. We are open to all levels of experience, from professionals to …

Welcome! The Carriage House Studio and Gallery is pleased to announce that in response to demand from participants in our past workshops, we will offer our next Fine Art Nude Photography Course! Photography Course: The Figurative and Fine Art Nude / Fall-Winter 2011/2012 Dates: September 2011 - March 2012 Enrollment: Limited to 6 Photographers Description: Here is your opportunity to in the short period of time (6 months Sept - Feb) develop an complete, diverse and high quality portfolio of fig …

This group is a spinoff of a facebook group that was started to discuss and give a refreshed perspective on issues germane to urban America. In addition to discussing the pertinent issues facing urban America we wish to be a vehicle of progress by providing some solutions to and solve some of the myriad problems that beset the community. Mentoring, volunteering and non-profit community organizations are but some of the means by which we plan on bringing to fruition a positive impact on the commu …

This meetup was created because most the Reiki and healing exchanges seem to be in VA and the further suburbs of MD. But, of course, everyone is welcome to join and participate. Reiki Shares provide an opportunity to give and receive healing, practice, exchange and connect with the local Reiki community. The focus of this meetup is on healing exchanges. You request that you be at least Level I in order to attend. This is so you can give as well as receive and practitioners get a chance to heal a …

Ideal for parents and preschoolers in Northern VA and DC. Whether you are a single, married or divorced, if you have a preschooler, you are warmly welcomed into this group. Come join local parents and kids for a variety of fun and exciting activities in and around Northern VA and DC. Activities like, picnics, playdates, out door movies, visit local zoo's, aquariums, animal parks, story time at the library, take a nature walk or even fish in a local lake. All in all it is an opportunity to build …