Social group for bring together animal lovers from VA, DC & MD to get to meet each other, enjoy events and days out. For like minded company, interests and share information and make friends!

Where animal lovers, activists & veg folks can meet each other, exchange ideas & advocate on behalf of animals. And if you're new to all this, come learn what it's about and meet new compassionate friends!

… We intend to help educate and convince every man, woman and child on the planet about the barbaric practices of the fur industry or we will never live to see the suffering of fur-bearing animals come to an end.

… Please also note that this is an ethical vegan group, not a "dietary vegan" group, and as thus is appropriate for vegans focused on ending the use of non-human animals for food, clothing, medical/consumer product testing, entertainment, etc... 

This group will shares tips and ideas about all issues vegan - from dining to clothing to skin care. Most importantly we will share a love for all animals big & small. So even if you're just curious about a vegan lifestyle please come share your thoughts or ask questions you may have. "The greatness of a nation and it's moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." - Mahatma Ghandi "Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion, to e …

Cats are unique among all companions who live with humans, not only for a strong remembrance of their wild heritage, but also for the depth of relationships of which they are capable. Alternately worshiped, vilified, tolerated, and loved, throughout the ages this small animal has remained unwavering in their loyalty to humans - but always on their terms. Those who have experienced a complete relationship understand the abilities of these sensitive and intuitive creatures. This Meetup is designed …

Party Animals belong to the people who enjoy dancing, drinking, pubs, clubs, music concerts and party like animals. This group is for all ages, singles or couples, new to DC, who love to hang out every weekend, and looking for a place to booze and party. This meetup ties up with the best DJs for different genres of music, specifically hip-hop, trance, house, latin etc. We have our meetups scheduled every week, with parties at the best clubs in DC, at the minimal cost. We also have open bars, and …

Come socialize your beagles with other beagles and meet other beagle owners. We meet in several different areas in the DC metro area, most often inside the beltway. Meetups have taken place in Baltimore and Annapolis too. We ask members to contribute to the fees that Meetup.com charges us to maintain the DC Beagles website. The fee is small, $5 per member - a one time fee. If you wish to attend a few meetups before contributing, we welcome that. Members must be an owner of a beagle or beagle mix …

Meet other vegans and vegetarians in the Dulles Corridor / Northern Virginia area and share ideas about vegetarian philosophy, recipes, restaurants, and products. Our members choose a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle for a variety of reasons including better health, animal rights, healthier planet, non-violence, and spiritual practice. Whether you are a long-time vegan or just starting out vegetarian, everyone is welcome to join us.

This is a group for people who have rescued, fostering or adopted a puppymill rescue dog . These are special needs dogs who need our special attention. Each month we will have either a trainer or some type of expert helping those who help these special needs critters. There is a wonderful after life after the horrible life they have lived as breeders. We just need to help them adjust.

  Cutting edge discussions yet timeless truths! Weary of the "same old same old"? Want to meet very interesting people outside the customary? Well come connect with others who are interested in Socrates Cafe, a philosophical community. Be a social thinker! Our basic guidelines, established centuries ago in Plato's Dialogues, are that all opinions expressed need to be supported by reasons, and that all assumptions need to be examined. Dialogue is not a competition, a sport or debate with winners …

Northern Virginia Pet Events is The Leesburg Canine Country Club's "A List" for all of our own Public Social Functions, Seminars & Events and for all NoVA pet festivals and events. Our own events include: Pet First Aid, Pet Nutrition, Pet Health, Canine Massage, camps, crabfeeds, bonfires, & cookouts, etc.. TLCCC is Loudoun's off-leash social club for dog lovers & their best friends. The Club is hosted by a 26-acre private park (Falcon Ridge Rec Center) which is 2 mi. to Brambleton/Ashburn, 10 m …

Meet up with cribbage fans to talk strategy and play games! Total beginners and walk-ins welcome. The rules of play, though somewhat involved, are simple enough to make cribbage a popular pastime, particularly in Britain and the northern U.S. The game usually ends at 121 (twice around the board plus one). "Described by some as 'a game of low, animal cunning', cribbage demands skill, experience, craftiness, and luck to win. The role of chance is such that even a novice can beat a seasoned player …

The DC Animation Community. Meet fellow Professional Motion Graphic Artists, Animators, Visual FX Artists, Film, or Graphic Designers in the DC Area! Come to a Digital Animation Meetup to discuss favorite 2D and 3D Animation/Graphics Software, share animation techniques, and Network with other animators in the area. Get input on your portfolio, make contacts and mingle with new friends!

We are a fun energetic group who has a true love of dachshunds of all shapes and sizes. We like to get together in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia to share a wealth of information with each other (i.e. good nutrition, training tips, pet sitting, health care providers, etc.). If there's a dachshund (s) in need, our group pulls together and we do whatever it takes to lend a hand. The group is now lead by new organizers Kelly Ann and Tyler. Together with their three loveable dachshunds Norma …

We are a group of dog enthusiasts who just want to get together with other dogs and their people in a fun environment. Some meetups will be Yappy Hours where there will be adult beverages, dog treats, and finger foods for the people. Other meetups will involve events in the area like a doggy cruise, fundraisers for charity, etc. Anyone who has a dog or loves dogs should join us!