the goal is to create a local group of south asian, asian, and any and all women who write for networking, support and feedback on writing. journalists, fiction, nonfiction all genres welcome. would love a mix of published and unpublished people. it would be great to get a big enough group to get a local chapter of women and work with other organizations to create workshops, conferences, retreats. anyone interested on furthering writing efforts of south asian women or just women in general shoul …

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 …

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, …

Past the point where you want to do shots at the bar till 3am, but still want to get out and socialize?  Your best girlfriends aren't local anymore and you miss that time with the girls?  Then this group is for you! We are a fun group of professional women in the 30s range who like to do things like happy hours, dining out, winery & brewery tours, brunches, coffee, getting dressed up to go to events, beer & wine tasting, spa days, movies, concerts, shopping trips, local festivals, beach weekends …

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 …

Our meeetups are positive, fun, learning-oriented, inspiring, and life-enhancing. They are designed for women who are ready to live fuller, happier lives and enjoy the journey of personal growth and discovery with like-minded friends. In our meetups we take part in discussions and activities aimed at our growing in self-knoweldge, refreshing and nourishing us in mind and body, and giving us tools and understanding we can use to build happier and more meaningful and satisfying lives. We also aim …

This chorus is for women who enjoy singing, performing and even competing! Don't you want to be a part of the best chorus in the area?  The Vienna Falls Chorus is the 2012 and 2010 Blue Ridge Region 14 Champions and a part of Sweet Adeline's International. As 2010 Region 14 champions, we earned the opportunity to compete against 30 International Choruses in Houston Texas in October 2011 and were awarded 20th place in the world!!  As the 2012 Blue Ridge Region 14 Champions, we will be representin …

Kaliente Dance Fitness is an exhilarating 60 min cardio workout that will have you sweating, smiling and coming back for more! Our high intensity classes offers people an alternative method to burning calories, staying active and most importantly boosting ones self esteem.  We aim to challenge our students both physically and mentally. Kaliente Dance Fitness incorporates music  and dance styles from all over the world, aside from the typical salsa, merengue,  bachata, and reggatton,  we also us …

This is a group for young professional ladies in Fairfax. Not everything fun has to happen out in DC! I know many of us have moved out here for jobs, and it's hard to make new friends outside of work! We can get together for drinks, dinner, or anything else that sounds like fun. Feel free to use the suggestion tab to make your own events! I'm looking forward to meeting some cool women!

This is a group for people to discuss the books they are reading and may read as little or as much as one may find the time to. Meetings can be held on Sundays in the afternoon. There are so many books out there and hundreds of authors hoping for an audience. Let's give these lonely, literary stars our attention for a few weeks or so of our time! What are all these people writing about and what for? Let's figure it out. Let's read great books or at least a few sentences; let's observe characters …

Fairfax Adult Softball is looking for women to play in our Women's Slow Pitch and Coed Slow Pitch leagues. We play from April through October in various leagues. It's a great way to meet others with similar interests. We play once a week at parks in Fairfax County. Register as an Individual Free Agent and be placed on a team, or gather a group of friends, co-workers, neighbors and submit your own team. Visit PlaySoftballNow.com to register today!

Women experience it countless times: “He just doesn’t get it!” they commiserate to girlfriends who, unfortunately, cannot give any meaningful or reliable insight into a man’s thinking and motivations. Turning to a male friend or relative for advice provides answers that are often corrupted by self-interest and/or a desire to spare your feelings. Wouldn’t it be great if you could share your questions and frustrations about men, with men who listen quietly with open minds; without defensiveness; w …

I am a 46 year old Orthodox Christian woman who is a wife and mother, and who loves to read Christian fiction. I am new to the Fairfax area and would love to meet other Christian women who also love Christian fiction. I live near a Starbucks at Greenbriar Shopping Center, and would love to see if we could meet there, as my time (as I said, I have 2 kids!!) is limited. Kids are welcome!!

The ingredients of a Mocha Lady is: 1 cup hot brewed coffee, 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon white sugar, 2 tablespoons milk. You can also add different mocha flavored coffee syrups. If you fit any of these ingredients, we want you in our group. Mocha consists of different flavors and ingredients so join us regardless of your ethnic background or place of residency; 35's and up preferred; married or single; SUV, minivan or luxury car drivers; stay at home mom, or corporate la …

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 …

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The purpose of this group is to bring together geek chicks in western Fairfax County (Clifton, Centreville, etc.) who are looking for IRL friends. Maybe you have a lot of friends in other places, but no friends in your neighborhood to meet for coffee, lunch, video gaming, etc. This group aims to bring together those folks to start friendships.

We are a group of 40+ men and women looking to connect and develop new friendships.  We all have a variety of interests, yet we don't seem to have the time to do many things or can't find the right venue. I enjoy planning social events, travel and fun activities for individuals in our age group. Events planned will include: jazz venues, concerts, movies, barbeques, wine tastings, happy hours, family fun time, DC tours, weekend getaways, book club and other social events. We expect our members to …

This is a new group I have created for women in their 20's and 30's who are either new in town, or have been in the area and are looking to meet new people and make new friends. We will do things like go to happy hours, brunch, movies, girls night out, etc. I will also be hosting a regular Book Club meetup. I want this to be an active group and highly encourage everyone to suggest new meetups and host on occasion. Most of the meetups will take place in Arlington, Alexandria, Tyson's Corner and F …

THIS GROUP HAS DECENTRALIZED. We all have equal rights and responsibilities and resources. Any member can schedule a group meeting. As adults we are all responsible for our own safety, plans, and materializing our desires such as reaching out to others and making connections. If this is impossible for a group member to do, then I highly encourage they seek help from a professional who can help them navigate and make their own tools. This group in no form or way replaces or comes close to replaci …

**Join us on Sunday, June 2nd to discuss "Women" by Charles Bukowski!** This meetup group is for those who have a passion for reading and discussing controversial books.  This club will promote banned and challenged books as a way of asserting our intellectual freedom.  Join us for thought-provoking discussions and to meet kindred book lovers.  In addition to reading we also have movie nights where we watch adaptations of literary works. *Members will vote on which books they would like to read …

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 …

Do you have HABITS that are not helping you live the life that you desire? Do you have pain that keeps you from doing what you want to do, even keeping you from doing what you have to do? Do you have "friends" that do not support you or whom you don't support? What would life be like if you could do all the activites that you want to do; if your body was pain free; if your were surrounded by people that you admire and who love you; if you were making changes to become the person you always wante …

This group is for LGBT Family interested in meeting for lunch once a month, during the work week. We plan to meet for lunch in the 'burbs of Fairfax. If you work in and around this area and would like to join us we'd love to meet you! I started this group because I'd like to meet other LGBT professionals working in our community :)

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 …

Hello and welcome to the Lez Go Kayaking meetup group. This meetup group is a kayaking group exclusively for lesbians that was formed in October 2011. Lez Go Kayaking meetup group is for lesbian women who like to get out on flatwater; rivers, lakes and the Chesapeake Bay, and paddle at their leisure. We are a non-competitive social group with the goal of having fun on the water. After paddling, we often go to lunch together. Outings are scheduled by the organizer for a Saturday or Sunday launch. …

We've been running an informal recreational league for the past several years, and we're always looking for men and women of ALL ages and skill levels from DC, MD and VA to join us. Played with an orange plastic ball, this is gym hockey without the skates. Just like you may remember it from grade school, it's a cross between ice hockey and field hockey. Once you RSVP on Meetup, we'll assign you to a team and provide a schedule of approx. ten games, including playoffs. But since this is Meetup, y …