This group is for ladies who want to learn how to shimmy, shake, bump and grind (without the nudity)! I started this group because I am in love with burlesque costuming, hair, makeup and of course, the dance (but not so ready to take it all off). Come and get introduced to burlesque history, classic burlesque dance moves, and techniques of tease. This group is for all levels- novices, dabblers, burly-curious, daring dancers or budding starlets.

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 …

The Washington Balalaika Society is a community-based Russian folk orchestra dedicated to studying, preserving and performing the rich musical heritage of Russia and Slavic countries on authentic instruments and in national costume. The orchestra replicates the folk orchestra sounds (balalaikas and domras) found in major towns and cities of Russia. Artistic Director/Conductor Svetlana Nikonova studied at the Rimsky-Korsakov Conservatory in St.Petersburg, Russia. Orchestra musicians teach balalai …

A group for enthusiasts of Renaissance Faire culture and of the annual Maryland Renn Fest!

Is the NoVA Golfers Meetup for Me? If you love the game of golf and having FUN, you will fit right in-both beginners and intermediate golfers enjoy the adventure of the vast array of courses we play! Our events are relaxed and stress-free, and our members are friendly and supportive. This is the perfect way to play more golf and meet new golfers. It’s hard to coordinate with your friends to schedule tee times…everyone is so busy these days. As you know it's almost impossible to get a tee time f …

Do you love Harry Potter? Do you think JK Rowling is a genius? Do you want to meet others who feel the same way? Then join our MeetUp. All Hogwarts Houses welcome! Come to a local Harry Potter Meetup to talk about Harry, Hermione, Ron, Hagrid, Dumbledore and the rest of the Hogwarts crew. Meet other fans of Harry Potter!   Share thoughts and ideas about the series, movies, Wizard Rock, Fan Fiction, etc. **We welcome new members!** *NEW* We have a MyLeaky Group: http://kunaki.com/Sales.asp?PI …

We are a group of women of all ages and running ability that meet together for fun road race events. We are always happy to see new runners join the group! There are plenty of co-ed running groups but not many featuring and catering to a women's only running group. We are a growing group of female athlete runners who enjoy a laid back environment to meet new friends and run road races together. If you want to have fun when you're running a road race, and make some great new friends this is the g …

This group is for people that want to find more friends to attend anime and scifi related conventions with. We all know that going to a convention by yourself takes away some of the fun in the convention. Here people can arrange groups for conventions or other activities around the mid-Atlantic region.

Hello to everyone interested in the eclectic world of steampunk! We're trying to get together to pitch ideas, create events, and manifest an alternate reality!

Act out theatre games - improvisationally create improvs, comedy skits, standup bits and acting exercises. This is for people who love charades, are fun and funny, and want to participate in a wide variety of acting exercises - to practice acting and comedy skills, have fun, and ideally build towards creating standup or skit comedy routines. We’ll act out theatre exercises (improv “games”) to improve our vocal production, movement, theatrical spontaneity, ability to working cooperatively in an e …

Calling all makeup junkies in the Northern Virginia. I have been a make up junkie as long as I can remember. As an adult I don't have time for dress up and slumber parties the way I did when I was younger. It is my hope that this meet up group will be a plat form for professional women who have busy lives to make time to pamper and play with all thing beauty related and also be a great place to make new friends. So please come join us for fun make up tutorials and no matter weather you are a ful …

Amtgard of Alexandria is a group for anyone interested in playing the Medieval Combat Sport known as Amtgard. Amtgard is a non-profit, non-sectarian group dedicated to bringing the swords and sorcery genre alive through the use of foam padded replicas of medieval weapons. We are a national organization, with chapters all across the United States and Canada, and meet every week to enjoy friendship, camaraderie, and the most amazing game invented since chess.

Dedicated to bringing together Creative Arts professionals to discuss topics that affect our creative industries while giving members the opportunity to network.

This if for aspiring makeup artists and for those who just want to learn the art of makeup application. This class will teach you the basics of makeup 101, from foundation to finishing spray. If youve ever wondered how celebrities get their faces to look photo ready, then this is the class for you! Learn how to look flawless in just a few hours. You'll be glad you came and you'll make some new friends too!! Looking forward to seeing all of you beauties there!!

Calling all Bollywood enthusiasts to come together and push the limits of Bollywood to extend to DC and to the world. We want to let your hidden talents be exposed to the world and make Bollywood even better than what it is. The aim of this group is to learn to develop ourselves in the areas of acting, directing, singing etc. and to become a part of Bollywood. We will have expert sessions to hone your skills in the areas of acting, directing, photography etc in Bollywood style. Let your creativi …

Saturday, August 3, 2013 E-vent Plex at Frederick Fair Grounds, Frederick, MD: Prepare yourself for the most insane tomato smothering of your life! Thousands upon thousands of non-edible tomatoes will fly through the air in an all out assault on cleanliness. Dodge, duck and weave your way through this battle ground of slushy red goo as you work hard to make your friends unrecognizable. Beer, music, adrenaline and mushy flying tomatoes combine to create a memory that will be etched into your mind …