We are part of Capital NVC, an organization committed to the growth of Nonviolent Communication in the Metro DC area and to creating peace and understanding in the world. Nonviolent Communication (NVC, also called Collaborative Communication) offers a set of ideas and tools designed to help foster understanding and compassion both within ourselves and with others, and support us in living in alignment with our deepest values. These ideas and tools can be used in everyday conversation, to transfo …

… These mothers were supportive of breastfeeding, cloth diapering, carrying babies, elimination communication, homeschooling and living holistically? WHAT IF.. Your child was loved, taken care of, and held by other mothers in addition to you on a regular basis? WHAT IF.. Your child was around other children on a regular basis, learning to nurture the younger ones, and nurtured by the older ones. WHAT IF.. Your child learned from you and the other mothers, just by being around you while you worked? …

This community choir is meant for YOU! We welcome kids and adults, and will be singing songs ranging from folk to modern pop. It's community led and community based, so the members of the choir can always have a say in what we do. There will be two informational meetings for prospective participants on Jan 15 and Jan 22 at 2:30 PM where more information will be given and questions will be answered. The choir season will kick off Jan 28 with a bang! Please email me (Helen Santoro) at helentsantor …

A diverse spiritual group building inclusive, equality-driven community, through spiritual development, education, fellowship, environmental awareness, and service. We represent a variety of paths, traditions, beliefs, systems, and philosophies in the worlds of Paganism, Wicca, Witchcraft, The Goddess, Shamanism, Druidry, and other earth-centric theologies. All are welcome to study, learn, share, and practice with us!   Events and activities are varied and include public Sabbat rituals, Full a …

Want to explore the idea of being a founding member of a new service group? Come have lunch with us -- the new "Career Professionals Doing Service" Meetup Group of the Kiwanis Club of Arlington. Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Cost for lunch is just $10, payable at the door by cash or check. Kiwanis is the largest service club in Arlington, Virginia, and we are excited about the creation of our new career …

This meet up is to create a community band / orchestra (brass, woodwind, string). The ensemble will perform a variety of concert band repertoire that includes Marches, Show tunes, Classical and Contemporary music. Expect 4 or 5 performances each year. The purpose of this ensemble is to: • provide public concerts with broad audience appeal • foster interest in amateur music performance • provide a place for the member musicians to perform music for their own satisfaction and to attract …

Developing the needs and voice of everyone in the community from videos on holistic health to renewable energy, grant funding and community gardens!  Clean water, clean air and healthy food!

I want to promote strategies for community and individual empowerment. The purpose of the group is to leverage private and public resources to improve the quality of life for local residents. This group is ideal for entrepreneurial real estate developers, nonprofit organizations other than faith- based organizations, faith based organizations, bankers, real estate investors, lawyers and students.

The Washington DC Latin Community and Dance Meetup Group is intended for those Latino/a's and their friends who LLOOVE Latin music and dance. Our goal is for all of us to become more familiar with all of the Latin dances and different styles of Latin music. To accomplish that we have numerous upcoming classes and workshops, weekly Sunday Salsa & Rueda and Latin dance events (including the incredibly talented teachers and performers of the SAOCO DC Rueda performance team) and monthly 4th & 5th Sa …

A community of individuals who share a desire to study and explore more about their Spiritual nature, the Spiritual Truths of the Universe, "New Thought" philosophies and related science with the objectives of personal growth and transformation, shifting consciousness, and living a joy-filled life by application of the Truths learned and Affirmative Prayer. Two Sunday meetings per month include time for meditation, presentation of selected topic by a speaker and group discussion.

A hands-on community forum for musicians, vocalists, minstrels, and psalmists -- Every other Thursday Beginning August 4, 2011 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Join your fellow vocalists and musicians for an exciting independent music ministry!   All are welcome; no matter what voice part, musical instrument, or musical ability!  We aim to teach, fellowship, praise, and worship!  Even if you feel that you can't carry a tune, we come complete with buckets! Rehearsals are bi-weekly at 7:00pm at 14338 Jeff …

… • The main language used for our communications is English, although many of our members are multi-lingual. • Our members are professionals in various fields with practically all industries represented. With most holding a bachelors degree or higher. Partners: Partners have provided our members exclusive discounts, free events and VIP access to screenings, and shows. We actively continue to seek out new partnerships and collaborations with local,national, and global businesses, commun …

… The Friendship Archway Network is a communications network of social entrepreneurs, "changemakers", professionals, community advocates, "changemakers", investors, students, community leaders, businesses, Asian Americans, Chinese Americans and people of diverse backgrounds interested in bridging  cultural, digital and other divides and strengthening harmony and unity of purpose. Learn about creative solution-oriented approach to social justice. Connect with people you may not otherwise meet in-pe …

  "Reaching out to our local immigrant community has changed my heart forever, and I’m discovering true faith and spirituality." ~Beth~ I started this group to build awareness of the charity I volunteer with locally: Casa Chirilagua. Chirilagua is the locals' name for Arlandria, a local Alexandria Latino neighborhood, primarily Salvadorian, located just north of Del Ray. We're going to have a lot of fun in this group with wine tastings, dinners out, happy hours, and neighborhood walks. We'll se …

We invite you and your friends to attend this happy community social and business networking event to bridge cultural, digital and other divides! Let's come together to support Mayor Vincent Gray's vision for Washington D..C. and help to build One City!  EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! The first step is to get to know each other better to see if we are ready to work together harmoniously with appreciation, forgiveness and understanding. These monthly networking events provide opportunities to develop mor …

Come on in! We've changed the Meet Up name but not our mission! Cohousing Collaborative, LLC, is delighted to announce we are expanding this Meet Up site to include the many and varied activities surrounding building sustainable communities -- most particularly cohousing communities. This site will be focused on creating Meet UPs for folks to meet and discuss topics of social sustainability in our changing world. How can we help each other through these tough economic times? How can we encourage …