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Fun! Excitement! Camaraderie! Laughter! Meet others like you, who want to make new friends and enjoy adventures like BBQs, outdoor events, happy hours, dinners, dancing, social and cultural events, fairs, and whatever else strikes our fancy.

3.3 miles
away in Herndon, VA
464
Compadres
4.5

Meet other local Northern Virginia bowlers and strike up a conversation at the bowling alley! This Meetup is for people of any age who like bowling. Beginners, average players and league players are welcome although we will not be playing by leagu

Meetup topics: Friends, Bowling, Social Networking
4.9 miles
away in Herndon, VA
95
Bowlers
4.75

Please read the "About Us" for more information. Why a Beginner Golfers Meetup? If you are like most of our members then maybe you have taken some golf lessons but have yet to make it out onto the course? This is a common issue among new golfer

4.9 miles
away in Herndon, VA
91
Golfers
5.0

Meet other women in your community for friendship and support! Gather with other fabulous women who are coping with seperation, divorce, widowhood, single and non-custodial mothers etc. and make some new friends! We meet twice a month for a shar

4.9 miles
away in Herndon, VA
59
Women supporting Women
5.0

The Dulles Area Kiwanis (DAK) Club is an exciting volunteer organization, catered towards families of all ages! With its unique projects and growing team of dedicated families of all ages from Herndon, Reston, Sterling, Ashburn, and Dulles South, DAK

5.3 miles
away in Sterling, VA
28
Volunteers
4.0

READ OUR "ABOUT US" PAGE FOR ANSWERS TO F.A.Q.S!! You heard correctly, single = not married! This group is for singles (whether in or out of a relationship) living in the suburbs of DC. Meetups include a wide variety of activities at all differe

6.3 miles
away in Reston, VA
446
Singles in the Suburbs
4.5

READ OUR "ABOUT US" PAGE FOR ANSWERS TO F.A.Q.S!! (Note - and I can't believe I have to actually specify this but - we are NOT a swingers club.) This group is for couples living in the suburbs of DC. Meetups include a wide variety of activities

Meetup topics: Friends, Couples, Social Networking
6.3 miles
away in Reston, VA
11
Couples in the Suburbs
No recent ratings

Please join our positive group of active, outgoing, professional women. Our goal is to make new friendships through communication, socialization, laughter - with a little baggage, but no drama. Let's celebrate your birthdays, your promotions, your

6.3 miles
away in Reston, VA
43
RTC Circle of Friends
5.0

Meet kindred fiction lovers! We'll read a new book every month. Let's meet for lunch and laughs. We'll share stories and make new friends! We meet on the 3rd Sunday of each month and all of the book selections for the year are posted on the Calen

Meetup topics: Friends, Book Club
8.3 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
71
Book Readers
4.5

Meet other women in your area to socialize and make new friendships with while enjoying events ranging from outdoor activities, athletics, music, dining, movies, books, happy hours... Endless possibilities.

8.3 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
32
Friends
4.75

AFGF's purpose is to form, nurture and develop strong and genuine female bonds. Friends are a source of social, emotional, and personal fulfillment, but friendships take time and sincere effort to establish and last. And they can be hard to come by

Meetup topics: Friends, Women's Social, Parents
8.3 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
43
Friends
5.0

We take pride in being a multicultural group of supportive girlfriends primarily in NOVA who serve as wing girls for each other, married or single. It doesn't matter as long as you like providing wing girl support & empowering wisdom of the married

8.3 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
200
WING GURLZ
4.75

Meet other local prospective condo owners. For anyone who is in the market for buying a condo. First time buyers Meetup to learn the good and the bad!

11.5 miles
away in Alexandria, VA
7
People Interested in Condos
5.0

OUR MEETUPS WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER. We are taking a month off for travel and vacations. Sign up now to get the announcements of our soon-to-be-scheduled meetups. Join us for disucssions, workshops, and classes on personal growth, having the lif

12.6 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
115
Friendcraft Friends
5.0

Are you an African American female new to the DC metro area? Or, have you lived here for a few years, but still feel somewhat disconnected? Are you interested in meeting positive, energized, and intelligent women of color who are also trying to build

12.6 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
70
women
4.75

This is a social club for all single people, from all ethnical & national backgrounds who are looking to add to their social circle, make new friends and possibly finding 'the one'. Qualifications to join this club: -You must have a college degre

12.6 miles
away in Fairfax, VA
478
"Big Deal" Singles
4.5

Friends are the spice of life! Don't believe this phrase? Join the group and see for yourself! It's very healthy to socialize and meet new people. Enlighten your mind with people who share the same interests as you do! You wont regret it! Yo

14 miles
away in Gaithersburg, MD
95
Friends
No recent ratings

Meet other locals in your area to socialize and make new friends! try new things and hobbies!

Meetup topics: Friends
14 miles
away in Gaithersburg, MD
43
Friends
No recent ratings

== Please Note: This was the Weekday Friends group == The name has been changed to Midweek Friends ====================================== == Around Gaithersburg, MD This is for people approx 50-60 years old. Married or single is ok. Soci

14 miles
away in Gaithersburg, MD
25
Midweek Friends
5.0

== Around Gaithersburg, MD ================== == Group membership is by invitation - - I prefer to have some personal knowledge about people before they join - - Many of us have already met via meetup and elsewhere. == We want a special group

14 miles
away in Gaithersburg, MD
19
Women Friends
5.0
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Jesse
 Moved here in August, and you've described my thought process exactly. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Ghost Tracking, Monty Python, Night Life, Geek Culture, more
Falls Church, VA Sep 2, 2008
dana
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Cultures & Languages, Sports & Recreation, Arts & Entertainment
Alexandria, VA Sep 2, 2008
Bin Cheung
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Washington, DC Sep 2, 2008
Ingmar
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Rock, Rock Climbing, Camping, Latin Music, more
Washington, DC Sep 1, 2008
Paul
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Washington, DC Sep 1, 2008
Scott
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Small Business, Hobbies, Entrepreneur, Single Parents, more
Bealeton, VA Aug 31, 2008
 I want these local Meetups because I like to experience the tea rooms that are in DC and Virginia and meet new friends. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Book Club, Coffee, Social Networking, Lunch Club, Tea, more
Arlington, VA Aug 30, 2008
shelly
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Women's Social, Social Networking, Electronic Music, Trance, more
Columbia, MD Aug 30, 2008
David Aungst
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Mountain Bikes
Washington, DC Aug 30, 2008
Tony
 I'm the Lead Organizer for Maryland medical marijuana campaign, working to fix Maryland's broken medical marijuana law. We will be holding 4 regional Teach-Ins and Know Your Rights trainings throughout March. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Silver Spring, MD Aug 30, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Takoma Park, MD Aug 30, 2008
David
 I like your vision of meaningful travel. Sounds like a great group. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Takoma Park, MD Aug 30, 2008
dawn hammond
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Figure Drawing
Washington, DC Aug 30, 2008
Emeka
 Hello, I'm hoping to meet people who are also interested in changing their diet and lifestyles for the better and improve their mental and physical health. I'm new to DC and work for the federal government. Emeka 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Washington, DC Aug 30, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Spirituality, Reincarnation, Spirit at Work, Angels, more
Kensington, MD Aug 30, 2008
Robert Browning
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Takoma Park, MD Aug 30, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Ron Paul: Campaign for Liberty
Washington, DC Aug 30, 2008
 Hi! Grew up in California where I was very involved with metaphysics. I am moving from WV to Germantown, MD. Would like to become involved again with New Age thinkers. 
Germantown, MD Aug 30, 2008
KatieS
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Kickball, Rock Climbing
College Park, MD Aug 30, 2008
Alexandria, VA Aug 30, 2008
karla malone
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Washington, DC Aug 30, 2008
Bethesda, MD Aug 30, 2008
 Hello. Curious to see what its all about. Owner and/or part/owner, several small businesses (insurance, mobile MRI/CT, enzyme technology manufacturing). Always looking. Former district director for a federal agency. SUNY, St John's Law, veteran. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Takoma Park, MD Aug 30, 2008
Paul
 32 year old recently single male who loves to travel. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Falls Church, VA Aug 29, 2008
Jessica M.
 Hi! I am new to the Metro DC area. I want to have fun and network with like-minded individuals in a great social atmosphere. I look forward to meeting new people and making some great memories this new year. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Alexandria, VA Aug 28, 2008
Sarah
 Hi! I just moved back to the area -- and I would love to meet new people. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Travel
Mc Lean, VA Aug 27, 2008
Texian2112
 I am relocating to the Washington DC area and need to find a new circle of friends. :) Prefer outdoor activities with like minded people. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Jobhunters, New In Town, Volleyball, Expat French, more
Greenbelt, MD Aug 27, 2008
DaVEED
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Travel, Night Life, Tennis, Social Networking, more
Alexandria, VA Aug 25, 2008
Jennifer
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Salsa, Dance
Ashburn, VA Aug 25, 2008
Kallah
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Reston, VA Aug 24, 2008
Valerie
 Hi, I am looking to meet new friends with whom I can enjoy activities with. I love rock & roll music, live bands, dancing and used to sing and play in a band. Also love the theatre,movies and a variety of activites 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Fairfax, VA Aug 24, 2008
Dee
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Reston, VA Aug 24, 2008
Rahmah Virginia
 I want local Event Planning Meetups because I'm an aspiring event planner in the Raleigh area. I would love to meet and network with other event planners. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Social Networking, Event Planning
Mc Lean, VA Aug 22, 2008
 Hello My name is andrea. I joined to meet people and not to become a Monk. "Nothing against Monks". Hometown Cleveland, relocated to Buffalo and now a Baltimorean. I love working out and staying fit. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Coffee, Dining Out, Body for Life, Tea, more
Pikesville, MD Aug 21, 2008
BeautifulButterfly
 --Cynthia-- 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Alexandria, VA Aug 20, 2008
Emily K.
 I grew up in Fairfax, but after just moving back from Houston, I am trying to learn about the nightlife here in DC and make new friends. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Herndon, VA Aug 20, 2008
Denise
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Laurel, MD Aug 19, 2008
Martha Valdez
 to meet a single people, to make a new friends. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Travel, Newly Single, Wine, Dining Out, more
Arlington, VA Aug 17, 2008
Robyn
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Coffee, Frugal Living, Dumpster Diving, Fleamarkets, more
Burke, VA Aug 17, 2008
Steph
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Quantico, VA Aug 15, 2008
 I want local Friends Meetups because I've just moved to the area and would like to make friends to hang out with, catch a movie, or grab a bite to eat. I love to cook. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Vienna, VA Aug 15, 2008
Anne
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Addiction
Alexandria, VA Aug 15, 2008
Kelly M8
 I have just completed my first year of motherhood to an amazing baby boy George born on July 2, 2007. Talking and meeting with other moms and dads in the area helps keep me balanced. Can't wait to meet more of you. See you at the next meetup! 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Stay At Home Moms, Moms, Stay at Home Wives, Attachment Parenting, more
Brookeville, MD Aug 12, 2008
Xiomara
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
District Heights, MD Aug 12, 2008
Shannon
Randallstown, MD Aug 12, 2008
Jamar
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Newly Single, Night Life, Singles
Alexandria, VA Aug 12, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Newly Single, Singles, Consultant, Webmasters, more
Rockville, MD Aug 12, 2008
Frank
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, New In Town, Black Professionals
Washington, DC Aug 11, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Washington, DC Aug 11, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Africana, Puerto Rican Culture, Dining Out, Newly Single, more
Washington, DC Aug 11, 2008
Lucille
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Dining Out, Night Life, Brunch Club, Coffee, more
Arlington, VA Aug 11, 2008
Colleen
 I am new to bicycling. I have done cycling in the gym, but that is getting kinda boring. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Bicycling, Night Life, Women's Social
Washington, DC Aug 11, 2008
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Alexandria, VA Aug 10, 2008
Christine lee
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Frederick, MD Aug 9, 2008
Jerry Cronan
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Newly Single, Dining Out, Act For Love, Singles
Arlington, VA Aug 9, 2008
Teresa
 Hello, My Name is Teresa Currently a student who is coaching with rich dad Poor dad, I love what I'm learning and i am very excited to share what I'm learning to like minded people and also very happy to find a group who plays the board game cashflo 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Real Estate Buying & Investing, Cashflow
Herndon, VA Aug 8, 2008
Danielle
 Interracial dating between black and asian 
Washington, DC Aug 7, 2008
CaraBean A
 Vegetarian and/or vegan meet-up in Frederick, Carroll, or Howard County. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Mount Airy, MD Aug 4, 2008
Joe Castro
 Looking forward to meeting some great people 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Herndon, VA Aug 3, 2008
Fiona
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: This member has chosen not to share this information.
Alexandria, VA Aug 2, 2008
 I'd like to say hello to everyone, I'm new to Jacksonville I moved here from Maryland a month ago. I'm looking forward to meeting new people, and getting out doing things. I enjoy dancing, movies, and music. 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends
Baltimore, MD Aug 2, 2008
Kael
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Women's Social
Washington, DC Jul 31, 2008
Sue
Sue
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Travel, Dining Out, Night Life, Coffee, more
Baltimore, MD Jul 31, 2008
Andy
 College Football is the most exciting sport to watch. Love my Nittany Lions! 
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Meditation, Volunteer, Social Networking, Yoga, more
Mc Lean, VA Jul 30, 2008
Suzanne
Interested in new Meetup Groups about: Friends, Newly Single, Walking, Dining Out, Singles, more
New Market, MD Jul 29, 2008