Light bulbs, tire pressure... the first steps were easy. We help you with those "next steps" to reduce your carbon footprint. CarbonfreeDC connects you with local experts and resources on practical options like renewable energy, energy efficiency, office sustainability, carbon-friendly commuting, composting and effective recycling. For a complete overview, visit http://www.carbonfreedc.org *Who should join: anyone in the DC area concerned about the planet and willing explore and implement …

CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk, share ideas (and yes, drink) in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We discuss the issues of the day and whatever else is on our minds. But most of all, we have fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. Don't drink? Don't let that stop you from joini …

We want to help you be a better entrepreneur. We've found the Lean Startup methodology is an extremely effective way to do that. Lean: Accomplish your objectives wasting a minimum of resources, especially time. Startup: A human institution creating a new product or service under conditions of extreme uncertainty Mindset: Entrepreneurs who are experienced enough to "know what they don't know" about their market and committed to learning through evidence For entrepreneurs who follow: http://ventur …

Happiness is a state of mind or feeling characterized by contentment, satisfaction, pleasure, or joy. Happiness comes from deep within, and not from people, situations, or circumstances. According to Researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of California, San Diego: “When an individual becomes happy, the network effect can be measured up to three degrees. One person’s happiness triggers a chain reaction that benefits not only his friends, but his friends’ friends, and his frien …

Sugar & Spice Fitness For Women® offers a new spin on fitness. We believe fitness should be fun. If it's not fun, you won't want to do it! Our approach is to make exercise entertaining yet effective so that it inspires you to get fit and feel beautiful.

The mission of FEDSPUG is to establish a community for the Federal Government civilian agencies, military users and contractors to discuss and collaborate on SharePoint best practices and evolving technologies. Monthly meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of every month. For more information about our organization please visit www.fedspug.org. Women in SharePoint DC is a Special Interest Group of FEDSPUG dedicated to supporting IT women in the Metro DC area. Effective September 1, 2011 our two …

Your potential is limited only by your excuses. Whether you work in a corporate environment or from home, whether you are a student or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining communication and leadership skills. Become a Better Speaker Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. By learning to formulate and convey your ideas, you open a new world of possibilities. You will be more pe …

In my experience in working with many client's, one of the most effective fitness methods for helping one to loose weight and increase energy is to run. Why is this? Running, recruits practically, all the muscles in our bodies. Particularly beneficial is the recruitment of our large muscle groups. Using these muscles allows for greater calories and fat burn leading to a strong, learner, healthier YOU! What is different about this fitness boot camp is that we will use running as a centerpiece  of …

Agile software development is a great way to make good software that satisfies real needs and creates real value to those who build and use that software. Everyone on the team is concerned with the quality of the product. However, sometimes it can be an overwhelming task being the team member whose job it is to insure that the quality of the product is sufficient. DCAST was created to develop a community of those interested in agile software testing who are also interested in testing agile produ …

Welcome to the LARP Alliance Meetup Group! We are a non-profit 501c, education and charity based corporation dedicated to promoting the art and hobby of LARP (Live Action Role Playing). In addition, we assist new and current LARPers and Events by providing information and supplying resources, transportation for players, classes, media tools, and more. As a new hub for the LARP Alliance effort, LARP Alliance Washington DC will require some time to fully realize the network of support we have est …

A network of professionals with responsibilities in grassroots, advocacy, issue management, political programs, PACs, communications and lobbying. By sharing the latest ideas, strategies and tactics in grassroots with each other, participants will grow their own capabilities and their organization's effectiveness.

This meetup group is for people who have discovered and listen to the free ILoveMarketing.com podcast by Dean Jackson and Joe Polish, two excellent marketers you should learn from. If you are interesting in growing your business with effective yet simple marketing strategies, you should listen to it. A major focus will be on how to to develop and implement systems that will put your marketing on autopilot so you can focus more on what your business does best. Join our group to share your ideas a …

Girlnetic DC Squad is a local affiliate of the Girlnetic, serving Washington D.C. metro and its surrounding areas. The objective of Girlnetic DC Squad is to provide a social outlet for women who want to achieve their fitness goals beyond the gym while developing long-lasting friendships and having tons of fun! Join this group if you are looking to improve your health and quality of life, add variety to your current fitness regime, and/or meet new people and develop friendships with other women w …

I am passionate about Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and the incredible benefits that can come from the simple act of tapping on specific points on the body while holding an intention for healing. It sometimes seems too good to be true yet, as a practitioner, I've seen too many successful results to doubt its power. I want to continue to spread and share this amazing technique with the Washington DC community. To that end, we will have weekly or bi-weekly meetups to tap together on a number …

This group will begin on Sat March 17 with a full-day workshop. It will continue as a peer support group. The group assumes that we are all leaders -- at work, in our homes, and in our communities. It is designed for anyone who experiences pressure, where relationships form an important part of everyday life. This workshop will help participants to see and shift non-verbal patterns, and to become more skillful under pressure. You will learn how to: • Manage stress, conflict, and resistance with …

Rotaract is an international program of Rotary International for young professionals ages 18-30 who want to make a difference.  There are 163,000 members of some 7,088 Rotaract clubs in 151 countries! Rotaract clubs conduct meetings, usually every two weeks and use their weekends for service projects, social events, and workshops. Even though Rotaractors work hard, we believe in having a good time! We have social events with local Rotary clubs, cultural events, and more! What does Rotaract do e …

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 …

Regardless if you are a beginner, serial , or veteran entrepreneur we want to help you leverage the Lean Startup Methodology to be more effective. The whole point of applying Lean Startup principles is to accomplish your objectives without wasting resources, especially time. This group was created not only to have guests speakers come in to talk about how they used Lean practices to establish successful startups, we plan to take you through the entire process with the help of mentors, judges, …

We want to help you become a better music producer. We've found the learning from experienced producers and understanding the ecosystem that surrounds it is an effective way to do that. Music Producer: A human institution creating a new sound or track for broad level of exposure and purpose. Mindset: Music enthusiasts or beginner producers who are experienced enough to "know what they don't know" about their craft and committed to learning through structured knowledge. For music producers who fo …

Technology is drastically changing the legal profession and the delivery of legal services. We all face new challenges and, with them, new opportunities. Let's meet, network, share ideas, and help each other become more effective lawyers. Those who are willing to mentor lawyers new to the profession are especially welcomed. [Note: please join only if you are a lawyer. However, it doesn't matter whether or not you're currently practicing law.]

This is a hybrid group exercise class and turbocharged all-levels tennis clinic with social event to follow (socials occur on the monthly special events and other select sessions) Have a ton of fun running your butt off! Doesn’t matter if you never picked up a racquet in your life or played competitive tennis, the high intensity hitting drills and games will help you learn and improve while burning lots of calories! Sessions are led by certified tennis pros and fitness trainers using tennis cour …

Take your fitness to a new and exciting level all while having a blast and meeting new poeple! Personal Trainer and Health Coach, Courtney Connors, has created a heart pumping, muscle burning, boot camp style workout using your body and what it's made of! Sculpt and tone your body through safe and effective training along with nutritional guidance on clean eating and how to create a balanced life. She began this group to bring together people of all fitness levels and show them what their bodies …

Are you Looking for more friends and dates?? Do you want to meet more people fast? New to Town and wondering how to make new friends quickly? If you are, This is how!! Speed Friending Events are for you!! Come see what everyone is talking about. Speed Friending Events is a fast new, super fun, and very low pressure way to make lasting friendships around town. Our events are the quickest, safest, most effective low-pressure way to meet new people in town. This is the ONLY place in DC where yo …

This group is dedicated to local, social and mobile online marketing.  Our group is filled with people passionate about helping local businesses and organizations get the word out on social media, search, email, directories, mobile and everywhere you need to be. Our Members We are filled with diverse and passionate members and experts: Owners of small-to-medium size businesses PR professionals looking to leverage online channels Entrepreneurs who want to grow their business Technology and serv …

This group is for anyone who wants to explore ways to do more meaningful work. Whether you have great ideas, you want to make an idea happen or you are looking to get inspired to participate making a great idea happen, this group is the place to start. Let's bring our talents together and explore new and interesting ways we can do amazing things, together Coordel is an ideas platform for funding and executing just-in-time joint ventures. We'll investigate how mass transparency facilitates social …

Are you Looking for more friends and dates?? Do you want to meet more people fast? New to Town and wondering how to make new friends quickly? If you are, This is how!! Speed Friending Events are for you!! Come see what everyone is talking about. Speed Friending Events is a fast new, super fun, and very low pressure way to make lasting friendships around town. Our events are the quickest, safest, most effective low-pressure way to meet new people in town. This is the ONLY place in DC where yo …

Are you Looking for more friends and dates?? Do you want to meet more people fast? New to Town and wondering how to make new friends quickly? If you are, This is how!! Speed Friending Events are for you!! Come see what everyone is talking about. Speed Friending Events is a fast new, super fun, and very low pressure way to make lasting friendships around town. Our events are the quickest, safest, most effective low-pressure way to meet new people in town. This is the ONLY place in DC where yo …

Thousands of D.C. youth and adults are without access to opportunities for growth and development. Given limited networks, many are forced to face the world of work alone, not sure where to turn and who to follow. Skills training and work readiness preparation is not enough. These strategies fail to address a critical workforce asset that millions of young jobseekers need just as much, if not more - Networks. Research indicates that up to 85% of available jobs are not listed in the newspapers or …