The Maryland Professional Photographers Association (MDPPA) is Maryland's only Professional Photographers of America (PPA) affiliated photography organization. We provide education in both the business and art of photography as well as social interaction, and networking, through regular monthly meetings, all day seminars, print competitions, and an annual convention. Membership is open to professional and aspiring professional photographers. The annual dues pay for monthly meetings, photographi …

Meet other Maryland LGBT moms and dads. Parents-to-be are also welcome!

The recent wave of interest in semantic technology has led to the growing popularity of Semantic Meetups in US and around the world. The purpose of local Meetup is to provide a forum for newcomers to learn about the foundational technologies of the Semantic Web [] and for the well versed to keep up on industry trends and share their experiences.  Discuss topics will cover a broad range of subject matter that includes OWL, RDF, SPARQL, RIF, Open Linked data, semantics in the enterprise, rules, in …

This is a meet-up for people in Maryland and the surrounding areas.  This meet-up is for people who like e-cigarettes and various products.  Since this is a new group, I am not sure where this group will go.

This group is for anyone interested in dancing Swing (any form of Swing dance from the Swing family - West Coast Swing, Hustle, East Coast Swing, Carolina Shag, DC Hand Dance) and/or Salsa (Salsa on1 or NY Mambo). Our mission is to develop a community so that dancers can meet other dancers who are interested in the same dance styles. Our goal is to spread the joy of Swing and Salsa dancing to surrounding Maryland areas. By doing so, it is our goal to provide a list of various venues dancers can …

This is a group for anyone interested in hearing established local community business professionals talk about their career progression toward their current position. We also have guest speakers holding free seminars about business innovations; all in order to stimulate business culture through networking and partnerships between academic and local business people. We meet at the University of Phoenix Maryland Campus the first Monday of each month in Columbia from 6:30 – 8:30 PM.

This group is for every person with Lupus and/or Fibromyalgia who want to live a full, fantastic, fabulous life that is not overwhelmed with the day-to-day challenges of living with this invisible disease. Butterfly Socials is for men and women in the DC/MD/VA living with lupus (and/or fibromyalgia). We can hang out and have a great time instead of staying at home feeling sick-and-tired of being sick-and-tired. We will be meeting-up at events throughout the DMV areas that are "Lupus friendly." …

Learn Real Estate Investing Strategies for Maryland, DC and Virginia at the top rated Real Estate Investment Club in DC, MD and VA! Meet fellow Real Estate Buyers and Investors near you! Come to a local Real Estate Buying & Investing Club to discuss properties on the market, contracts, mortgages and anything else about land and realty. We have training on the latest investment techniques. If you are not serious about making alot of money with real estate investing this is not the group for you. …

Soul Art Stories - A journey of self discovery Come join a fun way to explore through assorted visual mediums, workshops, and gatherings.You do not have to be an artist or creative to participate in the process. This group offers a non-judgemental, respectful framework to allow you to experience the art process for yourself. "The creative process, so far as we are able to follow it at all, consists in the unconscious activation of an archetypal image and elaborating and shaping the image int …

This is an active group in the Howard County area of Maryland working hard to promote Ron Paul's message. Our major goal right now is continuing the revolution and keeping the grassroots connected. All energetic supporters in the area are encouraged to look at the calendar and see how they can help. Know of an event that you want to publicize on this group? You can now add your own meetup suggestion to the group calendar. (This was formerly the 7th Congressional District Meetup - we are in the …

Chesapeake Kayak Adventures November 7, 2012 marked Chespeake Kayak Adventures First Anniversary on Meetup.com.  Over the course of those 12 months we've grown to over 630 members and held over 110 Meetups.  We've been featured in The Baltimore Sun, Howard Magazine and Maryland Public Television's Outdoors Maryland.  Meetup.com has rated CKA as one of the Best Outdoor Recreation Meetups" in the world.  If you're looking to get out and paddle, we are and intend to remain one of the most active p …

BNI is the largest business networking organization in the world and we believe in the "Givers Gain" philosophy. We offer members the opportunity to share ideas, contacts and most importantly, business referrals. We are a dynamic, fun and growing BNI Chapter and we invite you to come and check us out. We meet from 7:30 - 9:00 am every Thursday so you know we are dedicated and serious about building and growing our businesses. The first meeting is on us but you need to sign up. We want to make su …

The Howard County Striders are an incorporated non-profit organization dedicated to promoting lifetime fitness through running, based in central Maryland. We sponsor or support many types of activities, including high quality race events, group runs, low-key weekly races, and a robust complement of training programs for both adults and youth, from beginners on up, to support continued active lifestyles in the community. This is our on-line Meet-Up to connect to runners not familiar with the HC S …

Interested in a SPA? Not just the hair and beauty kind? THIS GROUP IS FOR YOU! We go to.... SPA WORLD IN VA LOCAL MARYLAND AND MIDATLANTIC SPOTS AND CONSIDERING A ROAD TRIP TO SPA CASTLE NY! Wilkommen! DCMDNOVABANYAandSPA/ Unsere Gruppe umfasst Erholung Bräuche aus Deutschland und anderen europäischen Ländern! As you know, going international as an ex-pat, as a student or as a globe trotting tourist can be a life-altering experience and difficult to explain to others who haven't been there an …

Are you between 28-43 and enjoy things like craft beer, homebrewing, being outside, hiking, camping, running, and (of course) socializing with good people? Well then join us for some fun events! Our organizers are based out of Maryland, but of course you're welcome to join us if you're in DC or NoVa! :) This group will travel to do awesome things - there are a ton of great breweries and hiking spots in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia, and West Virginia. Q: Do I have to like BOTH hiking and cra …

(Formerly the Meetup group of the Howard County chapter of the Maryland Writers' Association.) Writing can be a lonely profession, for new and experienced writers alike. The Writing Corner Meetup was created to present information and provide an opportunity to spend time with fellow writers. The 1st hour of each meeting will be a CRAFT workshop ($2 donation for supplies is appreciated). The 2nd hour will be WRITE CLUB. No. I can't tell you what we do. The first rule of Write Club is you do not …

This website is a place for you and other like-minded Americans looking for direction in taking back the control of our country. It is also a place to find information that will assist you in navigating the rough waters we face in the days, weeks and months ahead. This is a non-political movement. All are welcome here. The 9-12 Project is designed to bring us all back to the place we were on September 12, 2001. The day after America was attacked we were not obsessed with Red States, Blue States …

Meet others who are interested in learning to use Aromatherapy to improve wellness in their lives. This meetup is for everyone interested in discovering how to use essential oils. New topics discussed monthly. This group is for educational purposes. The statements on this Meetup Group site and in our events have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Discussions or statements about essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

The Howard County Junior Chamber is a group of young professionals ages 18-40 who pride them selves in the phrase "Leadership development through community service". Join us to have fun and gain the leadership skills necessary to succeed in the business world today. This includes both volunteer opportunities and happy hour social and networking events! We volunteer throughout the year in events such , Relay for Life and member suggested community projects, and much more. As a young professional, …

To share information with others on how to live a truly holistic lifestyle and factors that are often overlooked. We want to create a community where we all share knowledge to help others achieve outrageous health.

We like to ride. But sometimes we need a destination...somewhere interesting to go, where there will be interesting people to talk to. This group is NOT about organizing group rides, but rather to give riders a place to ride to. We'll pick times and places in the Baltimore/Washington area where riders can be sure there'll be a friendly face to chat about our bikes (or whatever), and maybe grab something to nibble and drink. Some destinations may be interesting landmarks, some may be as mundane a …

Do you wish you had more support from other women? Welcome to the Women's Encouragement Circle in Columbia, Maryland! This group is a therapy service.  The cost for members is $50 per person per session and we meet once per month. Koru therapy groups are small, intimate groups. A maximum of 20 members are allowed to join to ensure that people get to know one another better and make lasting friendships. The group started in September 2010, and is ongoing. We discuss topics like: -Depression and …

If you are interested in making music with others using drums and percussion this group is for you. No experience is necessary. Drums are provided. All ages are very welcome. This group meets the 3rd Sunday of every month from 5:30 - 6:30 at the Music and Arts store in Ellicott City, Maryland.

I started this group to encourage people in the Columbia/ Silver Spring, MD area to come experience the benefits of kettlebell training. Despite kettlebell showing up in retail stores, gyms, commercials, television shows, and magazines, I see A LOT of people using them incorrectly.  Only a qualified professional should be teaching kettlebell technique, since the ballistic nature of many of the exercises could injure you IF performed incorrectly. However, once you learn proper technique and exer …

The Ivy League Book Club was founded July 2010 by Simbi Animashaun through a desire to connect with Sorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. on an intellectual level. However, we decided to extend the invitation to all professional women residing in the Maryland/Washington D.C./Virginia area. Our mission is to read good books of any genre and support African American literature. Starting 2011, book club meetings will be held every 3rd Sunday of: January, March, May, July, September, and Novemb …

This group is for individuals interested in practicing Kundalini yoga and meditation. I am a certified Kundalini yoga instructor and have been practicing since 1999. I strive to create an environment of like-minded individuals who seek to the company of others to solidify the practice of Kundalini yoga and meditation. This group is for ALL levels, those who have never practiced to those experienced in the practice. NOTE: I am currently making a career change and have postponed my classes in Colu …

Columbia Dogs on the Go is a community of dog lovers in and near Columbia, Maryland! We like to get out and about with our dogs—meeting other dog lovers and their dogs! Our Meetups are usually easy leashed group walks of about 2 miles round-trip--typically along the Columbia pathways, around local lakes, and in county parks. We welcome all friendly dogs—small, medium and large! Visit our website too! www.cdogsgo.com Dog-friendly places to eat Great places to walk your dog Dog parks Dog events …

Meet others who are interested in and/or practicing complimentary and alternative healing arts. All modalities are welcome to take part, such as Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Herbology, Energy Healing, etc... Anyone wanting to network and learn more about specific modalities or natural health in general should attend. It's a great opportunity to learn from local practitioners, find new ways to meet your wellness goals and network with like-minded people.