We're a group of Hadoop & Cloud Computing technologists / enthusiasts / curious people who discuss emerging technologies, Hadoop & related software development (HBase, Cassandra, Hive, PIG, etc). Come learn from each other, meet nice people, have some food/drink.

NPMA is a professional membership association for those employees who have responsibility and ultimate accountability for the physical assets of their organization and Customer assets if required. Our Association members oversee the effective and efficient management of Capital and/or Customer/Government assets and ensure proper records are kept of the equipment, materials, or other movable and durable property on the inventory. NPMA Harbour Lights Chapter is a group of Property Management profe …

Recreational Athletics Sports League (RASL or "razzle") offers co-ed sports for adults (over 18 years old) . Our leagues and tournaments play in Montgomery County, MD with players hailing from Rockville, Germantown, Gaithersburg, Bethesda, Silver Spring, DC, VA, and other locales. We provide fun and organized environments for people to participate in various sports for exercise, competition, and socializing We are more than just the typical Meetup group. We are actually a well-oiled and professi …

This group is for professionals in the Washington DC area who work in Corporate Social Responsibility (aka Corporate Responsibility, Corporate Citizenship, Corporate Sustainability) and its various forms. Through monthly networking gatherings in a casual setting, we get together to listen to a speaker and then share ideas about CSR and network among an informed group. Formerly known as the DC PPP group, we changed its name to emphasise that CSR includes PPP as well as other issues of interest to …

DC/MD/VA Pick-ups is the new club sports program hosted by DC Social Sports Club.  Whether you're looking to play grass volleyball, sand volleyball, touch rugby, broomball, cornhole, kickball, dodgeball, ultimate frisbee, for street hockey ... then look for organized games through DC/MD/VA Pick-ups.  Club Sports are typically offered free of charge or a nominal charge to cover facilities. About DC Social Sports Club: What began as a simply a kickball league has now expanded to over 16 recreatio …

I started this group because many of the other mommy groups out there are mostly stay at home moms.  Specifically I want to unite Working moms or moms that understand working moms in the Annapolis area, or who just like hanging out in Annapolis! Why Join?  Because you are a: Full time worker! Part time moms too! And understanding SAHMs too! Or just love Annapolis events?  I love Annapolis! Need some adult interaction with people who understand? Share our challenges, triumphs and watching our ba …

We are a 501 (C) (3) Tax Exempt dedicated to raising money for the children of Police Officers, Firefighters and Emergency Medical workers who are killed in the line of duty. We also provide assistance to the families of Military members and their families. We are always looking to expand and to start new chapters around the United States visit www.heroesride.com for more information.

If you're a builder of web things or a creative designer, writer, or UXer who wants to get out of the house (or office) a bit, then come join us. We'll be the group of people nerding out over laptops in various coffee shops and art spaces around Arlington, Virg. This *is* a meetup catered to entrepreneurially minded folks who like to brainstorm actionable ideas with each other while developing, designing, writing, or making cools things. This *is not* a meetup group (a) to solicit web work (b) …

This group is for social workers or soon to be social workers (BSW or MSW students) in the DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia areas. The group will have events that include networking, volunteer events, and of course, socializing! Please join us and have some fun with your peers!

I believe that in the field of professional counseling, you can't have too much support, especially from others who can relate to your experiences. My idea is to have a monthly or bi-monthly group to get together as a sort of peer supervision. I don't want to completely decide at this point what the format of the group will be like. I would rather like to have that as a point of discussion at the first meeting. I am open to having a mixture of sit-down serious supervision sessions and also more …

This group provides opportunities to meet and greet, meditate and intuitively deepen our connection to those around us. We celebrate life and living in all its shades and shapes by slowing down, going back to basics, and connecting with our inner selves. Simply being and consciously integrating with the energies around us, we foster a greater sense of interconnectedness with, respect for, and responsibility to each other and our world.

Greetings! Are you a: mental health therapist, acupuncturist, energy worker, professional counselor, nurse, massage therapist or physician? Then this is the meet-up group that celebrates, honors, and renews you--the committed professional engaged in the sacred art of helping others heal. Whether you want to join us for a day of professional learning, an afternoon retreat, embark on a 12-week self-care journey, or simply stop by for tea, this is the group that will heal your heart an …

BELOW IS THE TEXT OF THE LETTER SENT OUT TO THE COMMUNITY: I would like to announce the creation of the Anne Arundel Mental Health Alliance (AAMHA). The purpose of this alliance is to bring together a diverse group of mental health professionals: therapists, social workers, psychologists, academicians and psychiatrists. AAMHA will serve us all, individually, professionally, and socially, as well providing services and education to the community we serve. EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT:  Presentations …

Welcome ALL! To Our Reston Sai Maa Meditation Group! Each week our meditation is led by either Cara, Nadia, Monique or Christina. We are all dedicated to enhancing the lives of others through weekly Guided meditations, which will lead us to a place of peace and tranquility within ourselves. The meditation is open to anyone of any age. Through the teachings of Her Holiness Sai Maa Lakshmi Devi we will guide you to balance your Physical, Mental and Emotional subtle energies and to Experience and A …

Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Toastmasters International includes more than 199,000 men and women in more than 9,300 clubs in more than 70 countries. Experienced professionals and beginning speakers alike can benefit from our practical, face-to-face learning program. Whether you're speaking to the board of dir …

Energy Works... It does! Come join us for Reiki shares, guided meditations, energy healing, Chakra cleansing/healing, intuitive work, energy play and other metaphysical and spiritual pursuits. Share your energy, grow your skills, or learn what it's all about. Klytus is a Reiki Master and energy healer (among other things) and Aria does guided meditation and has her Reiki II (among other things). Our topics will change regularly, but we will always try to have at least one Reiki share a month.  W …

our mission statement: is simply be the change you would like to see, this group was started to bring a change to our and others lives.  Purpose: service for others less fortunate,  we will follow the local and homeland news find ( project of needs) and have viable discussion of how to resolve these needs by giving whats needed and what we are able to do in that capacity by efforts of networking, giving time, giving work, giving donation setting point people men/women to implement and follow the …

Update: January 15, 2013 Who we are and what we are doing: We are a group of individuals and families who are following the pioneer spirit that founded this great country.  We are, as Holly said in her food presentation, concentrating on preparing for the little disasters with high probability.  A car goes out of control or an ice storm hits and you have no power for a few days.  A hurricane visits and now you need a few weeks.  Without power how will you heat and cook?  If you cannot leave yo …

It is so important in the field of professional counseling and therapy to have support for yourself, especially from peers who can relate both personally and professionally. We had this idea to connect with other area professionals on a monthly or bi-monthly basis to support each other and build our skills. We were trying to decide what kind of group we wanted to start but then decided it may be best to all meet first and brainstorm together. This meet up is to help us build relationships with o …

This is a group for anyone interested in spirituality, personal development, spiritual development, meeting like minded friends, who know they are here for a deeper purpose. My intention for this group is to establish a spiritual family in the Georgetown area obviously anyone can join this group, I really want people to feel more connected to each other and ultimately so they know that they are not the only ones on a spiritual path. Meetings at local coffee shops, restaurants, and private reside …

This is a group designed to get knitters and crocheters together at least once during the month and share our projects and skill set. Beginner and Advanced needle workers are welcome. I am pretty good at crocheting and welcome anyone who wants to help with the knitting aspect of the group.

Charm City Country Crew (CCCC) refers to a Country Western subculture of the LGBT community and our allies. Many of us may identify ourselves as cowboys/girls, blue-collar workers, bears, twinks, jocks, farmers, firefighters, police officers, or anyone or everyone who may not identify with the party subculture often identified by those entrenched in the city nightlife. So what does it take to become a Charm City Country Crew member? If your visiting this site, you probably got what it takes. I …

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!

WELCOME; Sound is light sound is emotion, sound is a way to connect your soul. We are all engineered to be finely attune to sound . It is a major part of our environment, of our universe. Sound is a healing connection to the all. During my 35 plus years, as an audio system designer, I have pursued the truth that embodies sound. For decades, I have continuously expanded my craft to re-create the energies of musical performance and of recorded sound in the 3D space. My goal has been to redefine th …

This meetup is for all people interested in learning about all natural authentic aromatherapy without the sales pitch. Our meetup is about basic therapeutic and subtle aromatherapy knowledge, safety and craftsmanship for healing and wellness. The meetup is for people who want to help themselves to a healthier more rewarding life. We post and cover topics tailored to practitioners (massage therapists, reflexologists, energy workers, etc), healthcare professionals and the general public. Check our …

Our focus is on sharing, spreading and improving the practice of EFT and other Energy Healing techniques for the benefit of all. We meet monthly to expand our knowledge as practitioners and to assist those who wish to become Energy Healing practitioners and learn to help others to improve their emotional lives and to live stress free.

This group was developed to network those looking for a community in Baltimore City, to connect with those of like kind interested in sharing transformation, wellness and increasing their inner joy, intuitive development, self discovery, raising ones own positive vibrations and expanding intuitive gifts. Getting back to the basics presents a challenge for everyone in this hectic lifestyle of today. Let us help each other find the inner peace, a little calm, a healthier self in the our urban envi …

Greetings to you all, This group give you an opportunity to receive messages from the spiritual realm. You have spirit guides and helpers that are waiting for you to listen to what they have to say. Far to many times we ask the spirits questions that we think are important, instead of first listening to what the spirits wants to tell us. To get the best outcome and to tap into what we really need will always require us to listen to the answers and guidance of the spirits first, than ask the ques …