The health of our nation is failing. This meetup is for people who want to create lasting change in their own health and who want to play a part in the much needed change in our nation's collective health. Never in the recorded history of the planet have so many people been chronically distressed, ill, and overweight. Last year our economy got stuck with a health care bill of $93 Billion that was related to lifestyle choices. Our media and culture are full of misleading and often dangerous i …

Welcome to the Meetup group for the activities of the C&O Canal Association.  We sponsor hikes, canoe trips and bike rides along the 184-mile-long towpath between Georgetown and Cumberland. Our events are open to the public. C&O Canal Association is an all-volunteer citizens organization established in 1954 to help conserve of the natural and historical environment of the C&O Canal and the Potomac River Basin.  The association works with the National Park Service in its efforts to preserve and p …

The purpose of this meetup is to share the wonders of Natural Horsemanship. This type of training has received a lot of publicity, thanks to John Lyons and The Parelli's. It is a very simple concept, however it can be very new and strange for some. A lot of it (in my opinion) is based on intuition. Which suits me, as I am also a Reiki Master. Check out my website http://www.2020horsemanship.com or my blog, http://www.thenaturalhorseman.blogspot.com for more information on natural horsem …

Do you love searching for and seeing wildflowers where they are growing in their native habitats? Do you enjoy discovering the wonderful variety of flowers growing in local gardens? Do you believe in not picking the flowers so others can enjoy the beauty you have seen? If yes - then this is the Meetup Group for you. We’ll be searching out and photographing flowers at local gardens and wildflowers in the local parks. Possible outings include Lotus blossoms at Kenilworth Gardens, sunflowers at Mc …

WELCOME! THIS MEETUP IS NOT A TYPICAL MOM'S GROUP ABOUT ALL THINGS BABIES.  IT HAS A DIFFERENT FOCUS.  PLEASE READ ON.. This is for stay-at-home/part-time 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 the weekly playgroup, mom's group, or tot class. By "working together", I mean living your life doing meaningful work with other mothers, and your child being a part of it....rather than you and your child being alo …

This group is about remembering and experiencing our internal Divinity, our eternal creative beingness. We will use experiential adventure to get in touch with our Divine Nature. Play, experience, explore and remember ***YOU***! We will experience: - Reconnective Healing Light and Information - Channeling/accessing your broader perspective - Crystal bowl healing - Past Life Regression - Guided meditations - Rays of Creation - Merkaba meditation - Psychic development - Near Death E …

The Mindfulness Center is a holistic wellness center in Bethesda, MD, offering wellness classes and services including yoga, meditation, tai chi, acupuncture, massage and more. SERVICES & CLASSES meditation, yoga, tai chi, breathwork, prenatal yoga, nia yoga dance, acupuncture, massage, bioenergy, hypnosis, biodanza, body sculpting, personal training, stress reduction, qi gong, connecting couples, nutritional consulting, wholistic yoga, pilates, group acupuncture, chakra yoga, connecting coupl …

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 …

I'm giving away my favorite Integrative Nutrition book. Download your e-book here and boost your health and happiness levels really quickly! Great recipes are included along with why diets don't work for weight loss and what does really work. http://jessica-ann-wagner.healthcoach.integrativenutrition.com/book Dear New Friends, I'm so glad you found us! Welcome! Please make yourself at home. Be still and breathe deeply. Relax, feel comfortable, and just be you. You can feel free to leave the stre …

A diverse group of seekers meets weekly to hear a short presentation by a fellow student of Theosophy, followed by open Q&A and discussion. This group has been active in the DC area since 1920, and is affiliated with dozens of similar groups around the world. Theosophical discussions commonly include subjects like reincarnation and karma, universal brotherhood, great teachers and masters of wisdom, the nature of the soul, comparative religion, laws of science and nature, the origins of man and t …

Love...    Humility...    Gentleness... Beautiful words that capture not only the nature of Christ but what He truly IS. He is Love itself, Humility itself! THE SAVIOR and ALSO THE GREATEST SERVANT, who washed his disciples feet, showed kindness to tax collectors and prostitutes, discouraged us from judging others by challenging "He who hath no sin let him cast the first stone," and made the ultimate sacrifice of LOVE by giving HIS LIFE for us.. Sadly, In many circles, christianity which should …

Cutting edge discussions yet timeless truths! Weary of the "same old same old"? Want to meet very interesting people outside the customary? Well come connect with others who are interested in Socrates Cafe, a philosophical community. Be a social thinker! Our basic guidelines, established centuries ago in Plato's Dialogues, are that all opinions expressed need to be supported by reasons, and that all assumptions need to be examined. Dialogue is not a competition, a sport or debate with winners an …

Following in the Tradition of Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj and Ramana Maharshi, Komal offers Satsang via the Telephone, calling from his home in Texas, as an opportunity to contemplate one's True Nature. Komal spent most of his early years surrounded by and immersed in Nature. Evidence of this comes through when he speaks about the Oneness of All things. For more info and videos go to: http://www.omshantihome.com/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Om-Shanti-Home http://www.facebook.com/pages/Komal/1158 …

This group is for outdoor enthusiasts! Hosted by a group of fun-loving professionals, our mission is to explore new places and activities while meeting like-minded individuals. All skill levels are welcome from beginners to experts- and anyone in between! Come check out what the DC Metro area has to offer for outdoor recreation. This group will host the following activities: kayaking, hiking, biking, environmental clean-ups, fly fishing, and bird watching. Join L.L.Bean of Tysons Corner for week …

This meetup is for various activities that we can do on week evenings and weekends. Things like walking, hiking, festivals, billiards, bowling, tennis, cooking...etc. If you prefer quieter, more laid back environments or the outdoors to loud bars/clubs/happy hours, this meetup is for you. Also for the work-evening meetups, I'd like to set up hours that are a little past regular happy hour/rush time, e.g. instead of 5-6, prefer 7-8-9, both to avoid traffic and to allow those of us who work later …

I am forming this group to provide hiking and event experiences that seniors canenjoy and  master. HIkes would be Easy to Moderate 2-4 mile hikes on Fridays or Saturdays.. Maybe a nice dinner after or a picnic. I will advise on what to bring based on the hike ( pets, water etc..) By no means are younger folks excluded but wanted to post the group to appeal to over 55 to 100  year olds (Ha!). Hiking and walking are great ways to enjoy nature, get to know others and feel great when the day is done …

Our dialogue is an attempt to explore together the nature of the self and profound questions of existence as they relate to our daily lives. Inquiring together as a group creates a mirror in which we can see our conditioning reflected as we expose ourselves to one another and to ourselves. At times it may resemble cognitive therapy or meditating out loud, but we use no techniques or practices, and the aim is not problem solving or self improvement but self discovery. Ultimately many of the quest …

Come share in the learning experience of the wonders of aromatherapy. Meet others who are passionate about essential oils. This meetup is for anyone interested in discovering how to use essential oils. New topics discussed monthly. This group is for educational purposes. Discussions or statements about essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Become the change you wish to see in the world. Anyone seeking to "be", "enjoy", and "experience" a space where like minded individuals gather for higher level of thinking and doing. One of a kind in the world, this small unique museum features exhibits, workshops, a quiet space, and events to help visitors enhance the quality of their thoughts, their lives and the world around them. This museum is specifically designed to bring us back to a natural awareness of our true selves and our responsib …

Our mission statement: We are a social community in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area sharing the Japanese and English languages and the best of both Japanese and American culture. We host events in MD, DC, and Northern VA.  Study Japanese and/or English with a community that shares the same language exchange interests as you.  People who want to speak (or hear) Japanese or English can join. It is open to all ages 18 and over and all levels of skill. Unlike a classroom setting, we mee …

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 …

We are a social group where members can get together for delicious veg meals, make new friends and generally enjoy the company of likeminded folk in a friendly, non-judgemental environment. This group is not intended as an avenue for prophesying or activism, although if individual members wish to discuss these things that is fine. There are no set topics of discussion. We aim to be inclusive so anybody who is interested in vegetarianism/veganism but may not be there just yet is more than welcome …

Welcome to New Moms Social! Thanks for joining us! We are an active group of moms, babies & toddlers here to make friendships for ourselves & our little ones. We are a group of women helping women, here for support on all things related to motherhood. We get together for baby playdates and so much more! This group is open to all mommies with babies/toddlers ages. Most of our meetups take place during the week, daytime. Please see our calendar full of events for our moms and infants.  Along with …

This group was started for people who love photography, and want to learn more about taking better pictures. It is led by Vickie Lewis, a nationally recognized photographer who has shot assignment work for publications and corporations including Coca-Cola, IBM, People, Parade and National Geographic World. She has been freelancing in the Washington, DC area since 1989. Vickie has a journalism background, and her specialty is creating pictures that tell a story. She has a special talent for shoot …

This group brings together people who Are already macrobiotic or interested in Learning about the macrobiotic lifestyle. We will have educational programs and macrobiotic potlucks.

Meet other singles who are marriage-minded in our local area that is interested in meeting and socializing with like-minded people. This group is specifically for people who are tired of the typical dating game and are interested in meeting others who are serious about being honest, and are seeking a monogamous relationship that could eventually lead to marriage. Monthly discussion meetings will be held talking about those topics that will help you date more effectively and connect with the righ …

The mission of the Maryland Native Plant Society (http://www.mdflora.org/) is to promote awareness, appreciation, and conservation of Maryland's native plants and their habitats. We pursue our mission through education, research, advocacy, and service activities. This Meetup is used for posting plant walks, monthly meetings, and other events. The purpose of our walks is to identify plants. So we tend to stop frequently, looking closely at plants and not walking very far. No botany expertise is …

This is a group for anyone curious or interested in Medical QiGong, and connecting to stillness. All skill levels are welcome. Want to know some info about QiGong? QiGong is a powerful system of healing and energy medicine. It is the art and science of using breathing techniques, gentle movement, and meditation to cleanse, strengthen, and circulate the life energy (qi). QiGong practice leads to better health and vitality and a tranquil state of mind. QiGong practices can be classified as martial …