Meditation simply means to think about one thing continuously. We have all done it many times. However, that is the most basic definition. This science and art has been practiced for thousands of years but until the past century was not very well known. Meditation is not a religion though some religions also practice it. It is a spiritual practice - returning to the soul or spirit of the individual and enabling a person to become centered and balanced and thereby more effective in all aspects of …

Share knowledge and discover the joys and benefits of eating whole, nutrient-dense foods made the way nature intended. Learn about the Nourishing Traditions and Weston A. Price methods of nourishing the mind and body through whole, traditional foods. For a list of local farms and resources and for more information about the group, please see our "About Us" page. If interested in joining, please write a description about yourself in regards to your interest in whole food and nutrition before ap …

This group was started in order to connect residents of the greater Fredericksburg area with natural, whole foods from local family farms. We are interested in exchanging information about how to obtain and prepare nourishing, traditional foods, and in exploring the work and nutrition principles of Weston A. Price. If you are interested in improving your health through diet, want to know how best to support your nutritional needs throughout pregnancy, to feed your children to support their opti …

Our friendship circle is open to women in their 40s, 50s, 60s+, married or single, who want to get together regularly in friendship with positive, mature women friends. Our meetups are primarily in Fairfax County, Alexandria, and Arlington. Occasional outings take us to other not-too-distant places. Our purpose is building lasting and fulfilling quality friendships with other women. Our activities include dinners, teas, picnics, day trips, game nights, outings, nature walks, book discussions, an …

The U.S. Capitol Historical Society’s founder, a history teacher and congressman, believed that 'to be a good citizen, you've got to know your history.' Now, half a century later, USCHS is celebrating its 50th anniversary as the leading public resource on the history of the Capitol and our representative democracy. As an independent 501(c)(3) organization, we promote historical literacy and knowledgeable citizenship through broad public programming. Are you an avid history lover? Do you live and …

SCPRO is a special activities section of the Sierra Club Virginia Chapter that organizes hikes and other events for the general public on behalf of the Sierra Club's Washington, DC chapter and the close-in groups of the Maryland and Virginia Chapters. No Sierra Club membership is necessary to participate. We welcome all people on a variety of outdoor adventures, nature walks, conservation outings, and exploration of our natural and regional history. www.sierrapotomac.org

Welcome "Pursue some path, however narrow and crooked, in which you can walk with love and reverence." -- Henry David Thoreau This group is meant for individuals interested in exploring walking paths and trails in Arlington and DC, improving fitness, and making new friends. Walks will be conducted at a moderate pace. Faster-paced walkers may walk at the head of the group, while slower-paced walkers may walk toward the back of the group. Important Notice: Members of the group agree not to h …

Group to Organize Day and Weekend Hikes combined with Yoga and Meditation

Share knowledge and discover the joys and benefits of eating whole, nutrient-dense foods made the way nature intended. Learn about the concept of nourishing traditions and methods of nurturing the mind and body through whole, traditional foods. Food is medicine and a healthy diet can improve your overall well being. For a list of local farms and resources and for more information about the group, please see our "About Us" page. If interested in joining, please write a description about yourself …

This meetup was created because most the Reiki and healing exchanges seem to be in VA and the further suburbs of MD. But, of course, everyone is welcome to join and participate. Reiki Shares provide an opportunity to give and receive healing, practice, exchange and connect with the local Reiki community. The focus of this meetup is on healing exchanges. You request that you be at least Level I in order to attend. This is so you can give as well as receive and practitioners get a chance to heal a …

Welcome to Fredericksburg Water and Trails! This club is for those who love the local trails and water sports for running, walking and hiking, boating, snorkeling, marine biology and/or bicycling. Fredericksburg has plenty of them! All are welcome. All events are only in public venues which means NO PRIVATE HOMES and NO CAMPING. All boating and fishing events require you bring a buddy and can swim! Life vests are strongly advised. All participants are responsible for staying within their own phy …

“Families Outdoors” is a group for parents -both moms and dads- of babies and young children who enjoy the outdoors and want to share that with their children. Have fun, exercise, get out of your house, and meet other parents who also love the outdoors. We are a group of patient and easy going parents. Every fitness level is welcome! No need to worry about stopping the group to change or feed your baby along the trail - we'll all have to do it sometime! The majority of Meetups will be hikes/wa …

“Everyone has a doctor in him or her; we just have to help it in its work. The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well. Our food should be our medicine. Our medicine should be our food.” -Hippocrates Raw Living Enlightenment is for all interested in raw, vegan, vegetarian living, holistic/natural wellness, fitness, yoga, outdoors, meditation, energy healing modalities, ayurvedic and natural remedies, herbalism, aromatherapy and the beyond! Come one, com …

Julie organized this group to start getting out and meeting active, fun people who want to stay young and adventurous.  And look where we are now!! We are an active group (of "Over 40" individuals) that loves being in the great outdoors whether it is hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, rafting, biking, horseback riding, camping, whatever-without being extreme about any one type of activity.  We can also just sip a nice glass of vino and watch the sunset.  This group is also about exploring venues o …

Too many friends who are married with kids?  Do you find yourself sometimes in/sometimes out of a relationship and not sure exactly where you fit in at any given time?  Hoping to meet someone of a like mind in terms of interests, activities, humor, etc.?  Do you just want to get out and enjoy life and meet some great people and enhance your quality of life?  If this sounds like you, then you’ve come to the right place! Welcome to the Fabulous Great Friends Meetup Group (FGF).  FGF is for primari …

Welcome to the online home of NoVa Outdoors & Paddle Club. More than anything Meetup is about "meeting people." We require potential members submit a clear photo of *themselves* with their application, because we'd like to be able to recognize them! Please keep reading if this does not offend your sensibilities. We are a club for the active and experienced out-doors people. On some trips we welcome the inexperienced. However, we are not a club for inactive members. We ask that members attend a c …

If you're into overnight backpacking (not day hiking), or think you would like to be, and looking for an active group, this is the place for you! Trips are scheduled every month throughout the year. Member participation is what makes this work, both as organizers and participants. This is not backpack traveling, we aim to get out of urban environments with a focus on natural rather than cultural attractions. You'll do well here if you have a sense for adventure and seeing new places. Expect hiki …

About FWSA Greetings and welcome to the Fairfax Women's Soccer Association meet-up site! Our organization is over 25 years old and consists of roughly 700 women between the ages of 18 and "somewhere [well] over 50." We have two regular seasons Spring and Fall where teams play ten games (weather permitting). Our Summer and Winter seasons are more relax and offer a great opportunity for players who wish to try the league. Age categories Open--women 18 years or older--any woman can play here Master …

This group began due to a need for a new group for those of us baby boomers in the 45 to 65 age range in the Alexandria/Southern Fairfax County area.  You do not HAVE to be 45 or older to join, just know that most of our members will be within this age group.  Also, you do not have to live in the Alexandria area, but many of our events will be scheduled in the Alexandria/DC area.  Perhaps you work in this area and would love something to do after work?  Come join us! I have been involved with me …

As of 2012, we are now part of DC Bi Women. Straight, asexual, lesbian, and transgender women are welcome. All women are welcome, regardless of orientation, partner preference, or relationship status. *Center Bi Femmes | DC Bi Women* follows the BiNet USA definition of bisexual, meaning mean romantic or sexual attraction to the "same gender or other gender," instead of limiting to just male and female. Thus this definition encompasses attraction to all gender identities. Center Bi Femmes (forme …

The Seed Group of the Oak and Eagle is a relaxed gathering for interested individuals to study, discuss, and practice Druidry in a safe, friendly, and receptive environment. Druidry is a way of experiencing and connecting with the natural world and other beings in a style and manner associated with the ancient Celtic culture that spanned northern Europe for thousands of years. Elements of Druidry can still be found in modern cultural and spiritual traditions. The study of Druidry compliments man …

Welcome to the #1 Washington DC, MD, and VA Kick A.S.S. Group where we host activities for men and women of All Shapes, Sizes (A.S.S.)! This group is for women and men mainly in their 20's-40's who want to have fun exploring everything the DMV area has to offer. This group is for single people, married people, new-in-town or for people who have been in the area for a while; and most of all for anyone who wants to meet new friends and socialize. Our main goal is to have fun through outdoor activi …

NVCT, founded in 1994, is an award winning charity that saves nearby nature by helping local governments and private landowners voluntarily preserve natural areas, trails, streams and parks. NVCT is a non-profit, tax exempt 501 (c) 3 organization preserving natural and historic resources. Contributions are tax deductible. Presently, we have preserved over 5,370 acres of natural areas and open space in Northern Virginia. NVCT also hosts Explore + Restore, a series of local outdoor educational and …

Washington DC ACM SIGGRAPH is a non-profit, professional computer graphics organization serving the Washington metropolitan area. Our mission is to foster the synthesis of art and technology while promoting and educating the computer graphics and interactive media community through the exchange of printed and electronic information and innovative ideas. We are a volunteer organization that relies on its members to provide unique resources for the benefit of those interested in the field of compu …

The Sun shines and will shine for millions of years. Plants grow organically from natural soil with sunlight. Oil and coal deplete and pollute forever. Let's stand of the positive side of forever, not the negative side. We need FREE Energy --- Freedom's Renewable Energy Everyday/where/one. Grow a garden, and fruit and nut trees and vines and berries. Walk. Bicycle. Use public transit. Wake and sleep with the sun if you can. Share warmth in the winter.

Meet other local people who live in, or are interested in making DC a Transition town with an Intentional Community, that will encompass Clean Energy, Freecycle, Natural Building, Organic Farming, Community Salvage, New Urbanism & Sustainable Development, Permaculture, Frugal Living/Voluntary Simplicity, Greentrification, Alternative Commerce, Greentrepreneurs, Training and Education. We welcome anyone who appreciates the enormity of the perfect storm of peak oil, global warming, food shortage, …

The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtracting in Maum Meditation the Un …

This is my attempt to reach out to single men and women like myself, age group 21-30ish, who may have found themselves in desperation, hopeless, and lost in the world of being single with herpes. This group was formed in the hopes of helping others in the same or similar situations as myself and the thousands of others who are riding this boat, and want to just feel at ease, and share our experiences and laugh about them. Just being around people in a similar situation has been proven to reduce …