If your relationship is really rocky, consider joining us to get an overview of what's involved in getting unmarried. The goal of this meetup is to help you develop a game plan, and take the next step, no matter where you are in the process. (Note: Registration is via brilliantexits website so MeetUp attendance count is not accurate.) You'll meet a team of supportive, compassionate professionals who will provide tips, explain the process, recommend local resources and, most importantly, help you …

"The Law of Attraction" has been part of the mainstream discussion for many years now. It is the topic of books, movies, television, the Internet. Is it another fad, just another hot topic? No. The Universal Law of Attraction is just that ~ a Universal law, true yesterday, true today, true tomorrow. And it is an invaluable and transformative tool for Self-awareness, Self-realization and Self-actualization. This Meetup group is a community of deliberate, committed Seekers who desire deep, persona …

Backpacking - An outdoor activity wherein a backpacker packs all of his or her gear into a backpack. This gear must include food, water, and shelter, or the means to obtain them, but very little else, and often in a more compact and simpler form than one would use for stationary camping. A backpacking trip must include at least one overnight stay in the wilderness (otherwise it is a day hike). Many backpacking trips last just a weekend (one or two nights), but long-distance expeditions may last …

We are a fun group for all levels of ukulele experience.  Our regular monthly club schedule has something for everyone: 2nd Sunday Beginner Chords and Strums 2:15pm followed by Beginner Group Lesson 3-5pm 4th Sunday Beginner Chords and Strums 2:15pm followed by Ukulele Jam 3-5pm and Ukulele Open Mic 6-8pm Navigation (click the link next to the text): A) About ( click here) B) Membership Rules ( click here) C) Local Ukulele Workshops/Concerts/Events ( click here) ============================== …

Join others to learn & share ideas in an open forum run by one of the most successful meetup organizers in the area. This is the first meetup group designed to assist people & businesses with all aspects of online & offline monetization. The focus is on finding out what is working, and how to either start or grow revenue & conversions for a website, blog, app, game, or newsletter. (Monetization in this case referring to revenue/sales/income/donation). Designed to let online entrepreneuers, blogg …

Are you a young widow/widower who's having a hard time finding others in your situation because of your age? The goal of this group is to get together those under 55 in the northern VA, MD and DC metro area who have lost their partners. We talk, laugh, cry, and support each other as we navigate our new lives. This group is only open to people who have lost a partner, regardless of marital status or sexual/gender orientation. Although members of our group have gone on to form relationships based …

After 25+ years of safe but adventurous riding I have decided to share my knowledge with those that wish to explore the back roads of VA, MD, WV and quite honestly anywhere the bikes take us! If you want to ride the beltway, sit in traffic, eat at the chain fast food places this group is not for you. My plan is to show you roads that few travel and vittles from those mom and pop sorta places - you know the ones - that serve real food - real good and maybe even some great ice cream that takes 50 …

HR Girlfriends is a networking community for women working in or providing services to the Human Resources field, who are looking for an environment to socially and professionally collaborate. The community provides a friendly environment for open minded professionals to share common interests. HR Girlfriends knows no color lines and ALL women are welcome! If you are looking for a community of professional girlfriends who understands your world, this group is for you. We will get together for n …

Network After Work - Networking Events for Professionals is a national business and social networking event company that launched in June 2009. We currently host events in 19 cities across the country. Events are created for professionals who want to expand their network and create new business opportunities, events range in size from 150-600 professionals and take place in each city's top nightlife destinations. Events draw a diverse mix of professionals from all industries and career levels an …

This is a private group for Organizers and Assistant Organizers of Meetup Groups in the Richmond area.  Being a Meetup organizer is a lot of fun, but it can also be challenging... come share the experience with people who "get it."  We'll discuss and share tips and ideas for creating and maintaining successful Meetup groups, including managing groups, event planning, navigating the Meetup site, growing community, and all around mutual support. This will mainly be a “virtual” group with interacti …

The Central Virginia Orienteering Club is a group dedicated to orienteering in the Richmond and central region of Virginia.  We are chartered with the national organization, Orienteering USA.  Orienteering is the sport of navigation with map & compass. Head out into the woods to find specific locations shown on your map, making choices along the way of the best routes between them.  Orienteering is great for improving your map reading or wilderness navigation skills or preparing for adventure ra …

I have started this group to create opportunities for people to learn how to sail and enjoy the experience on the Cheasapeake Bay. I own a C&C 35 and am always looking for interesting people to share the experience and to provide opportunities for those without a boat to enjoy and learn about this wonderful activity. It is my hope to have member join together to broaden their knowledge of sailing and to share their collective experiences. Some of our group meetups will be scheduled as opportunit …

This group is designed for internationals new to the United States. International diplomats, professionals and their spouses who are interested in “hitting the ground running”. Our meetup is a resource for discovering the easiest way to manage the details of daily living in the D.C. Metro area. Learn practical ways to make your transition into American culture smooth and satisfying. Join us for warm lively conversation filled with tips and tricks to solve just about any problem that may arise; w …

Do you have an idea that could be your organization's next big thing, but you are unsure of what to do next? Innovate DC is a community for intrapreneurs; employees looking to create change and get things done within an organization. We believe that innovation can happen inside organizations of any size.  All you need is someone with an idea and a champion to help navigate the waters of change.  We offer a support organization for intrapreneurs and champions that will focus on providing content …

This is a group for Young Professionals interested in connecting with like minded indviduals navigating through their Quarter Life Crisis. This is an opportunity to stay connected with other Young Professionals. Don't miss your opportunity to build and expand your network. A great way to be exposed to valuable resources in the DMV. A premiere group for trendsetters, influencers and trailblazers.

Inner-Missions is a series of interactive workshops designed for men and their loved ones. In our attempt to navigate the rocky shoals and tricky currents of personal growth, meaningful relationship, and the workplace, we often lose our way. At times we need to step back, take a breath, and assess exactly who we are, and where are we headed. Inner-Missions can be that opportunity for growth, self-examination, and understanding. You can: • Better define the path you wish your life to take. • Lear …

This is a meetup group designed to meet the education needs of new and experienced parents in the DMV area. Savvy Storks equips DMV expectant parents with group and private discussion sessions designed to educate and update you about resources, responsibilities, processes, and everything "storkish". Come to an information session, or shoot me an e-mail to find out more about the learning options available through this unique, nurse driven, independent, child birth education "nest". I am so excit …

This is a group for anyone interested in Geocaching. All skills levels and ages are welcome. I started this group to meet and to go to Geocaching events with other cachers. Looking forward to exploring the possibilities of hiding and finding geocaches in the Fredericksburg/Orange/Culpeper area with everybody.

This group is dedicated to local, social and mobile online marketing.  Our group is filled with people passionate about helping local businesses and organizations get the word out on social media, search, email, directories, mobile and everywhere you need to be. Our Members We are filled with diverse and passionate members and experts: Owners of small-to-medium size businesses PR professionals looking to leverage online channels Entrepreneurs who want to grow their business Technology and serv …

This is a group for women tech founders and co-founders in the DMV area. This group is to build a support network of like-minded fascinating indivuduals, so that we can navigate the tech world and achieve our goals together. Looking forward to meeting all of you and creating a strong and dynamic group.

This group is for anyone interested in traditional and non-traditional methods of optimizing the growth and development of their special needs loved ones. From medicine to education to parenting (and more!), our focus is to share with one another ideas and information that might serve to better quality of life as well as provide support to one another as we navigate through often uncharted territory in helping our family members achieve their highest potential. We hope to make ourselves accessib …

Trail runners (and those that want to trail run) AHOY! This is the official summer-long-meetup group for the first annual Fun Run trail run in Rock Creek Park. Whether you are an experienced trail runner, road runner, want to get in shape, spend some time outside, or just want to give trail running a try this is the group for you! We'll go over basics of trail running (etiquette, how to not fall on your bum, how to navigate, etc), philosophies, community, and set out with both a shorter distance …