Do you want to discuss books in an adult setting where different opinions are welcomed? This group is for you! We are a co-ed group and we try to read books from several different genres. Book to read are chosen at the previous month's meeting. Although we have somewhat large membership base for a book club, please keep in mind that attendance at each meeting is typically between 5 and 8. This is because people tend to choose to attend based on the particular book. Please provide a profile pic s …

This group is for people who read a great deal and love to discuss the books among friends. We will meet during the evening of the second Saturday of every month to discuss previously agreed to books. Have a book in mind you think would make for a lively discussion? Bring your suggestion to our next meeting!

Join us for a monthly book discussion evening. The gathering is held at Panera in the Westgate Plaza and the meeting date varies. List of the previous books we have read: Big Girl Small: A Novel  by Rachel Dewoskin - (Rosanne ) -December 2012 Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn.  (Beth) - November 2012 The Handmaid's Tale - by Margaret Atwood - (Rachel) -October 2012 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern. ( Katie Costa) September 2012 Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. (Barbara and Betty) -August 2012 50 Sh …

Want to reach beyond your favorite authors? Don't know where to turn? Join the Everything-But-The-Kitchen-Sink Book Club Meetup Group! This group was created to encourage people from all walks of life to get together and discuss the meaning of life and literature. We will read books suggested and agreed to at our meetings. Want to read and discuss your favorite novel/biography/work of non-fiction? Bring your suggestions to our next meeting! During the first meetup of the month, we will discuss t …

Are you an intelligent, curious woman between the ages of 30 and 60 (or thereabout) who would love to read and discuss books that educate you in some way? Do you who wonder how the brain works, how the environment and food is affecting your health, what a new scientific discovery overseas could mean for you in terms of your beliefs and ethics, or what it come mean to you when we lose another species to extinction? Do you like to read about historical events that have shaped how we think about me …

Meet fellow Tarot Card Readers and other people interested in tarot here in NoVa. Come to Sticks and Stones where we host our Tarot Meetups - for fun and to talk about the Major Arcana, Minor Arcana, the Fool, Swords, Batons, Coins, Cups -- anything to do with Tarot! Occasionally we also offer classes on other forms of divination as well. We'll focus on doing readings for everyday situations, decisions, issues, etc that result in practical advice you can put to use TODAY! This meetup is suitable …

I am a high school biology teacher who would like to have extra motivation to read science-related books and discuss them outside of school. These wouldn't be textbooks, they would be more "popular science" that are educational and entertaining as well! Authors will include Richard Dawkins, Natalie Angier, E.O. Wilson, Carl Sagan, and Rachel Carson among others. There are many of these that have been on my "to-do" list for a long time. Of course other science teachers would be great for this gro …

Are you a woman who loves  to read Christian fiction such as Beverly Lewis, Janette Oke or Frank Peretti? Then let's get together to discuss the books we are reading and have some fellowship together. Kids are welcome!

A group for those already well on their journey down the psychic path. We are all readers using many types of divination and communications. Join us as we come together and explore the past, present and future.

The purpose of this group is for women 40 & above to get together for walking exercise. We are interested in exploring new places around the Northern VA area while enjoying walks, conversation and meeting other local women with similar interests. Some walks can be challenging for those who have not exercised at all for a while. Be sure to read the details of each walk before signing up. But challenge yourself - you will never know unless you try! It is important that we lookout for each other …

*** NEWS FLASH*** *Will NOT be adding membership fee. Please read new discussion on the topic for more information* It is our intent to reconstruct this group into a place where you will see postings for every sort of event that falls into the ALC spectrum. Now the events we intend to provide as the ALC group are going to be social parties,workshops and educational events.  A place where people from around the spectrum can come together in a safe nonjudgmental environment. There will be a membe …

Everyone knows we are supposed to plan for retirement.....but few know how important building a vision to meet your emotional needs really is. The Boomer Happiness Project will delve into the science of happiness while we enjoy each other's company at exciting local venues. Roshan Loungani, a retirement specialist, will post articles and books to be discussed at every meeting if you care to read them ahead of time or he will give you a brief synopsis if you don't. If you like wine tastings, art …

This is a group for married or single women or men looking to make new friends in the area. This group is for people who want to actively meet people and get out of the house once or twice a month. The group will grow with its' member base, but I am hoping for some people who are free weekdays, weeknights and weekends.  During the week, in the daytime there might be meetups to take walks, go to a local gym, or out for lunch, etc. Weekday evening meetups may also consist of walks, exercise classe …

New Tech Network is an excellent opportunity to hear about new technologies and opportunities that may enhance the skills you can offer your company or allow you to grow your own company. The New Tech Network will provide you with the industry information you can't get just off of reading articles online. The New Tech Network provides real world experience and exposure to information you need to change the way you do business.  Past New Tech Speakers: Intel, VMWare, Sun, IBM, Symantec, Hitachi a …

Please note that this group is only accepting new members by referral from current members. Welcome to Super NOVA Tots! Our group is for babies/toddlers and their moms. I'm hoping this group will be able to establish a good network and support system for local moms and their tots by not only participating in area children?s activities and events together but also occasionally having time for moms to get together for moms nights out, book club meetings, family dinners and other fun events. We w …

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!

SORRY, WE HAVE TO CLOSE OUR MEMBERSHIP DRIVE AT THIS TIME AS THE CLUB IS AT FULL CAPACITY. We will open again when participants drop out. Let us know of your interest in joining when openings occur! This is an established book club that only takes new members who are interested in being an active participant. We are mostly over 50, have very open minds, and do not follow a strict review format. Our members believe that a discussion about a book can lead to so many interesting tangents. We sha …

El propósito de este grupo es ofrecer información sobre distintos temas de interés para escépticos y no creyentes del área de Washington, D.C. al igual que aquellos visitantes que gusten leer sobre ciencia, humanismo, ateismo y recursos en la red que promuevan el racionalismo. Buscamos crear conciencia sobre los engaños de las religiones y de toda creencia en lo no-natural, ayudar a incrementar el escépticismo y el pensamiento crítico y proveer un espacio a la comunidad de librepensadores. Creem …

Welcome to The Leesburg Canine Country Club Small Dog Meetup. Small Dogs will be in the half acre pen for this meetup!  This meetup is open to the public, and guests need not be members of The Leesburg Canine Country Club. Please read the Rules (click here) and FAQs (click here) before your first visit. * Human Children 8 years old and up are welcome! * Dogs must be dog-friendly. * Maximum of two dogs per handler. * Flexi-leads are not permitted. * Dogs must sport their licenses and rabies tags …

Welcome to The Leesburg Canine Country Club Large Dog Meetup. Large Dogs meetups are located in the main pen (5-acre pen)! This meetup is open to the public, and guests need not be members of The Leesburg Canine Country Club. Please read the Rules (click here) and FAQs (click here)before your first visit. * Human Children 8 years old and up are welcome! * Dogs must be dog-friendly. * Maximum of two dogs per handler. * Flexi-leads are not permitted. * Dogs must sport their licenses and rabies tag …

Well, life doesn't really begin around 50, does it? Or 47, or 52, or whatever age you might be. But we can consider reclaiming parts of our life that might have been neglected or taken over by other priorities. Life is good; and it keeps getting better! We discover that age is just a number -- and the only measure worth taking is the quality of our life. That is the attitude that this group is all about. It is like being reborn, but without the growing pains. So join us -- and enjoy life! Of cou …

This group is for all those seeking answers to the questions we all ask, "who am I really?", "what is my part in the larger reality?", "how do I consciously connect with my higher self?", "how do I develop my intuitive self?" and all those others. There will be a wide variety of meetups, workshops and classes (Psychic Development, Tarot, EFT, Dream Interpretation, Meditation, Face Reading, Palmistry, Past Lives, Galactic History, Healing Techniques and others), Quartz Crystal Bowls, spiritual jo …

Welcome all poetry, spoken word and those gifted with weaving words of love, passion and soul-stirring lyrics together that inspires all who have open minds to ready to listen. As a fan of this Meetup, and now organizer, I hope to carry on the good work and invoke a sense of community and togetherness just as our last organizer did with a true caring spirit. I ask for your patience as I plan our first evening together and update this Meetup's group page. The basic rules still apply, profanity-fr …

A group to organize small local events and get together for learning, practice, and networking with local photographers and models. The organizer is a member of the successful group Seattle Photography Associates in Seattle. Trying to bring the concepts to the east coast to build a small collaborative of photographers who are dedicated volunteers with common goals. If you are interested in developing a commercially viable portfolio, networking and having fun with a great group of professional …

This Meetup is for anyone who loves the art of poetry/spoken word and for those performers that would like to have their word heard.

Meet new friends who either love, like or have to cook. Learn techniques, recipes and get hands on experience with kitchens tools (yes, they're tools) designed to make it easier. Then eat what you prepared together! Learn basic do's & don'ts in the kitchen. Share your own tips and prep techniques. This is for beginners, experienced, occassional cooks and those who enjoy entertaining. Married, divorced, single or widowed, everyone is welcome and will learn something new. Also learn to entertain w …

Please note: This group is not accepting new membership. We wish you the best in finding another group. This group is for older vital "boomer" couples (about 50+), born between 1946 and 1966 who want to forge friendships with other couples or casually socialize because this stage of our lives is for us to explore with zest and fun. We accept ourselves with grace and laughter. Couples in their late 40's, 50's, or older have social needs that usually are different than our younger versions. In fac …