Are you a mom that owns your own business? In this economy, networking is essential! The only problem is young children are not invited to your average networking event. I created this group for all the moms that own a great business or are thinking about creating a great business, but can't attend networking events to get the word out there because they don't have childcare available at that time. Children are always welcome at this meetup! Each meeting will consist of a meet and greet to intro …

If you love to dance, or if you think you would love to learn to dance, you have found the place                   where you can find venues where you will meet others who share your love. While couples do come to these events,  most of them dance with everyone and there are always a lot of single dancers who always welcome new dancers. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BRING A PARTNER. This site is also designed for people who move here from out of town or maybe just come here for a visit. Anyone can come her …

This group was created to bring together Veterans in Northern Virginia. While there are several organizations out there for Vets, this group is aimed at bringing together the younger crowd to socialize, have fun, and hopefully make a few new friends along the way. With so much to do in NOVA, we should be able to keep a steady flow of activities going, and of course, suggestions are always welcome from other members! Some of the activities we’ll plan: - Happy hours (bars, restaurants, clubs) - S …

Unified Communications (UC). Bring Your Own Device (BYOD). These terms are being used quite frequently in the world of business today. While some are familiar with these terminologies and how they incorporate them into everyday business life, there are many who still may not understand how Unified Communications and associated BYOD can optimize and enhance the way they do business. In this Meetup Group, you will learn more about how Unified Communications (with a focus on videoconferencing)and B …

Tired of always having to go into DC to hangout with friends? 20's & 30's of NOVA is a co-ed Meetup Group for singles and couples that get together in Fairfax County. With this group, you can meet new people and experience what NOVA has to offer. We will organize various activities such as happy hours, dinners, trivia nights, wine tastings, sporting events, and outdoor activities. While we will plan plenty of activities, we are also open to suggestions from our members. With many young adults l …

This Meetup group has been formulated for "active and fun loving desi/Indian women" in their 20s to late 30s residing in Northern Virginia, looking to meet & socialize with other desi women, who just like them are busy working, taking care of a family, or both, and who have little time to socialize. This Meetup group will aid desi women in making new friends and indulging in various activities like movies, cookouts, potlucks, dancing, game nights, outdoor adventures, shopping etc. Occasionally, …

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 …

This group is open to single professional men and women between 35 – 55, who want to make new friends in small group settings, explore the DC metro area with a few buddies, or simply go out for a drink after work. Activity ideas include: Dining out, attending events/ festivals, potlucks, wine tasting, exploring museums. Please help keep this meet-up experience positive. If you RSVP for an event, please be sure to attend, barring any emergency. After two no-shows without communication or frequent …

SHE CAN SHOOT has become the largest female only firearms training chain that incorporates a total hands-on teaching method, while also using certified and experienced female instructors. Presently, our SHE CAN SHOOT chapters are on the East Coast including Missouri. SHE CAN SHOOT is committed to offering support to women who are interested in developing or enhancing their shooting proficiency as well as self-defense skills without feeling intimidated and being judged.  We are also a group of wo …

Not ready to go home after a long day at work? Join us for dinners, happy hours, movies or anything else we can come up with.

Our friendship circle is open to women in their 40s, 50s, 60s+, married or single, who want to get together regularly in friendship with positive, mature women friends. Our meetups are primarily in Fairfax County, Alexandria, and Arlington. Occasional outings take us to other not-too-distant places. Our purpose is building lasting and fulfilling quality friendships with other women. Our activities include dinners, teas, picnics, day trips, game nights, outings, nature walks, book discussions, an …

We are an active group of Christians who enjoy fellowship through various activities including brunches, dinner, picnics, the arts, and the outdoors. Member ideas for events are encouraged, and it is our hope that you find lasting friendships here amongst individuals with a common faith in Christ. Please take a minute to read the 'About Us' section and be sure to fill out the profile questions!

Meet other singles near you! Come to a Singles Meetup and flirt with fellow minglers for fun, friendship...and maybe more! While we don't limit the age of those who join or attend our functions the typical age range of our members is between 30 and 49. We also have a 50 and over group that meets monthly for dinner, goes to movies, dancing and comes to some of our special events too.

This group is for gays and lesbians in their 20's and 30's who live in Northern Virginia. Just because you live in NOVA doesn't mean you can't have a solid social network OUTside the Beltway. We know you're OUT there. We are a gathering of singles and couples with varying tastes, but one thing we all have in common is we like to have fun. Come and join us for activities like happy hour, dining out, trivia, barbecues, camping, hiking, bowling, day trips, bar crawls, and other local activities.

We meet to enjoy activities with others who are interested in personal development, good friendships, and personal community. Our activities include: presentations, discussions, workshops, dining out, community events, retreats, and member-hosted gatherings. We welcome you to join us for discussions, workshops, and classes on personal growth, having the life you want, cultivating life-enhancing friendships, and growing your personal community of friends. Our meetups are held in coffee shops, res …

Welcome to the NOVA area Redditors meetup group! If you are a redditor living in Northern Virginia, then this group is for you. This includes Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and other surrounding counties! We welcome people of all genders, ages, ethnicities, orientations, species, planetary allegiances, hair colors, and levels of nerdiness, so come join us! Please note that illegal substances are banned from meetups, so do not bring any. Thanks :)

Meet local Spanish language and culture lovers for conversation, cultural exchange, and fun in Northern Virginia, VA! 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 …

This group is for Cruise Planners Associates and Franchise owners in the Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland suburbs. The purpose is to be a convenient way to schedule meetings, our own training and development sessions, and for a way when needed to be able to pay for items as a group. To offset the cost of this Meetup service, there will be an annual dues, and when appropriate charges for meeting space, trainers, anything those RSVPing want to accept. This group has no connection to Cruise Plann …

Local communities across the world organize Joomla!Day events to meet, share and learn with others from the Joomla! Community. the Northern Virginia Joomla! Users Group's events are open to anyone, regardless of their current level of knowledge, experience, or expertise. In October, 2010, we held a very successful JoomlaDayDC. We hope to do so again, but unfortunately were all too busy doing Joomla! projects to put one on in October 2011. Come out, learn, and share!

This is a group for accountants to share the knowledge and expertise they have. In my six years of work experience, I have been always thinking there are so much out there that I need to learn. But it is so hard to get a real help or advice. We don't know who to ask, and there is no exact course that will satisfy the needs. I believe by sharing we together can benefit. Also we can have common goal set up together, for example, like pivot table function in Excel, and we can walk together so that …

Welcome to the Progressive Muslim Network (PMN). PMN is a non-political network of local DC/VA/MD Muslims. We are diverse in age, race/ethnicity, religious background, political affiliation, and religious involvement. We provide a platform for communication with other Muslims and familarize members with other events (relating to Muslims and Islam) taking place in the larger American/Muslim communities. We host events that bring Muslims together in a non-judgemental all-inclusive enviroment, cele …

Gather to discuss current business events, share experiences, and to network with other people interested in Business. We are an Internet Retail Distribution company specializing in online wholesale and retail distribution with major national brands like Dell, IBM, OfficeDepot, AT&T, Verizon, VISA, Sprint, Barns&Noble, SHOP.com, JCWhitney, YMCA, ..etc. We combine the concepts of Distribution, E-Commerce and Franchising industries. Microsoft and IBM are our technology partners. We are looking for …

I decided to put a meetup together to find people who are interested in Video editing, Audio production and Animations... TV, Flash, After Effects, Final Cut, Maya, Voice Overs etc.. Meet other local people who are interested in networking, learning and partnering in ventures. I am personally interested in Finding partners for putting together a WEB VIDEO VENTURE.. If you are interested... let me know. Otherwise, join us to learn and network... We will have face to face meetings as well as W …

Are you passionate about your art or craft? Are you into mixed media, painting, sewing, crafts, knitting, drawing, or photography. Would you like to share your experiences?  Would you like to learn  how to break into the biz of selling your handcrafted creations?  If you are looking to meet and network with other artists and crafters in the area this group is for you. We will have meet and greets, show and tell, and visit local art events. Also, once you join you will have access to lots of info …

You in talent acquisition/recruitment/technology/studying/job search? Then this group is for you! Meet other local recruiters, HR professionals, ERE.net members and hiring managers. Discuss topics including recruiting tactics, eRecruitment, social media, web 2.0/recruitment 2.0, talent management, best & next practices, and building business relationships. Corporate talent acquisition practitioners are especially encouraged to join to share your front line experience. Other Topics of discussion: …

The Healing Cooperative is an organization which provided PRACTITIONERS and ADMIRERS of the HEALING arts with the OPPORTUNITY to come together each month for a SHARING EXERCISE, a HEALING MEDITATION, an EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION by our SPEAKER of the MONTH, a VEGETARIAN MEAL OFFERING, and a fabulous NETWORKING experience. Participation is $10 pp - which goes towards promotion of The Healing Cooperative Join us and grow both SPIRITUALLY and PROFESSIONALLY! Monthly Meetings Weekly Workshops Private …

We are a dynamic group of inspired individuals aged 50 and better (other ages welcome) that are designing our future to include more fun, creativity and vitality in it. We meet in person (and on telephone with snowy weather) to discuss plans, strategies for living the life we design.  We meet for fellowship, fun, food, coffee, conversation and developing strategies for Positive Happy Healthy Lifestyles and Interests.  We discuss inspiring books that bring positive tools, techniques and perspecti …

Calling all HP VLS 9000 and 12000 users! You are some of the top data protection pros in the business, so let's learn from each other about the best practices, swap software war stories, and discuss how you are going to handle hardware and software issues.