The Venezuelan Cultural Institute branch Washington, D.C. is committed to enriching the relationship between venezuelan culture and the rest of the world by sharing venezuelan's vibrant cultural past and present with the local community. Establishment in january 2013, the Institute is in search of presenting diverse, ongoing cultural programs and become a thriving artistic center in the heart of Washington area.

The American and European governments talk all the time about international issues. But regular Americans and Europeans don't meet often enough to discuss the big challenges we are facing, whether it's the Euro crisis, Afghanistan, or why we have a hard time finding interesting jobs in each others' countries. The US-Italy Global Affairs Forum promotes informal but meaningful exchanges of views on issues facing Americans and Italians, but also Americans and Europeans more generally. And most of t …

Welcome to the DC Latino Professionals Meetup, the largest and most active Latino Professional Meetup in the world! The DC Latino Professionals Meetup is a diverse mix of white-collar Latino professionals: from lawyers and MBAs to public policy experts and IT specialists. Approximately, 95% of our members have a Bachelor degree. Many of our members have or are pursuing advanced degrees.  The DC Latino Professionals also reflects the immense diversity of the Latin American diaspora. We host netwo …

We are a group of dynamic individuals who get together a few times a month to practice speaking Spanish at restaurants and lounges. Our group is very diverse and loves to have new members. We are proud to be the third largest Spanish language Meetup group of the world! Wow!!! Many members ask us about a more methodical way to learn and practice Spanish. If you want to learn fast and in a fun way, we suggest you to visit SPANISH NOW: http://www.gospanishnow.com/ Spanish Now is opening 21 new cour …

Join our group to enjoy Italian film screenings followed by engaging discussions.  You'll also make some great new friends in our group and enjoy many unique social events!  The films we're screening are carefully selected to appeal to diverse tastes with a strong emphasis on quality as judged by Italian film critics, industry experts and your Organizer.  Members of our group speak all levels of Italian.  We also ensure that every film has English subtitles. Do you love Italian cinema? Sei un a …

Introduction: Welcome to our social/cultural Moroccan - Americans meet up group where Moroccans and friends of Morocco gather to socialize; participate in cultural events; professionally network; exchange ideas; and brain storm to create new ways to encourage other Moroccan Americans to reconnect to their roots. It is a great opportunity for the: • Moroccan-Americans to gather and speak “Darija” and “Tamazight” • New Moroccans to the DC area can make new friends and feel welcome. • Creating opp …

Life coaches and coaching consultants help people succeed in achieving their lifestyle or quality of life. Come to meet and share with everyone about basic principles, your approach and success as you define it. Network with a wonderful group of professionals, life coaches, business prospects and community activists. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! You will not only meet life coaches at this networking event, you will also meet professionals and people of diverse background because our intention is to pr …

Think DC needs more diversity in its live music and nightlife? So do I! Join this group and be part of some of the newest innovative events in DC, intertwining dance, music, world cultures, and yoga! All good things that can be joined to foster diversity and unity in our community. Let's make a movement for true appreciation of different cultures in DC. Please visit www.rimibasu.com/kriya and sign up to support!

We invite you and your friends to attend this happy community social and business networking event to build community spirit and bridge cultural, digital and other divides! Let's meet up for conversations over lunch (self-pay) on the 3rd Sundays of each month to develop new friendships and community allies! 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 …

WELCOME TO UNITED LATINO PROFESSIONALS! Friends. Culture. Community. ANYONE WHO LOVES LATIN CULTURE CAN JOIN! EXPLORE THE CULTURE! MAKE NEW FRIENDS! GIVE BACK! “Si los ciudadanos practicasen entre sí la amistad, no tendrían necesidad de la justicia.” - Aristoteles ULP Vision: United Latino Professionals(ULP) will be the leading social networking group in the nation, with chapters in all major urban areas. Our activities will continue to unite people and celebrate Latino culture. ULP Mission: …

Is your favorite food Boliche and you cant stop eating pastelitos de guayaba?! You love Celia and you're obsessed with Timba! You memorized Jose Marti but you've totally get Reinaldo Arenas?! Whether you were born in Cuba or the U.S., the purpose of the group is to provide a forum for Cubans and those of Cuban descent in the D.C. area to find each other, socialize, network, form long-term friendships and create a Cuban community. Our members live, work and hangout in the DC Metro area, and the m …

Would you like to meet new people while getting a taste of the cultural abundance that the Nation's Capital has to offer? If so, The Social Circle is the group for you! Join us for monthly outings where you will meet an intelligent, professional and diverse group of men and women between the ages of 25-40 and enjoy a variety of experiences, including sporting events, fine dining, museums, plays, concerts, and more! We'll have a fabulous time, eating fabulous food, drinking fabulous cocktails, …

Fun.  Friendly.  Welcoming.  Respectful.  Diverse.  Active. If you're looking to meet new people and socialize in the Arlington area, you've found the right group.  Arlington 30/40 is quickly becoming known as one of the very BEST social meetup groups in all of DC.  We welcome fun, friendly, respectful people of all ages, and we do our best to keep the creepy people away.  No BS with us - no agenda - our leadership group and our members are all about having fun, trying new things, making friend …

The Alexandria Women's Social Club is a club for all women - women of all races, all sexual orientations, xx or trans-gendered to woman, and all walks of life.  All women have a place in the club. Events are very flexible. Every member can make the events she wants to see. Whatever you think would be a good women-only event can be hosted through this group.  We have expanded to cultural events, lectures, outdoor events and shows. The main rule is obvious: with such diversity, we must absolutely …

Working Mothers of Northern Virginia (WMNV) the the intersection of family, fun and friendship.  We are a support system for working moms and their families in the DC, MD, & Northern VA area who are balancing career and family and also trying to have a social life. WMNV also provides opportunities for our children to further develop social skills and be exposed to a wide range of fun activities with other children from diverse cultural backgrounds. Our events are plentiful so if you miss one, yo …

The Soul Kitchen is an amazing community of independent artists, writers, musicians, producers, and singers who have banned together to push the limits of their creative spirit. Throughout the year The Soul Kitchen plays host to new and returning artists. Through a series of interactive workshops. In this groove gumbo you will find a diverse group of artists including age, gender, race, genre and culture. The DC Workshops will be part of a monthly series featuring different exercises in songwrit …

This is largely a young and diverse group of introverts that appreciate themselves for the interesting but sometimes misunderstood people they are. You will have the opportunity to make new quality friends, network, and/or date other others who think and act like you. Organizers will plan a broad array of activities and also give you the ability to do the same. Sure you like people, but are there times when they simply wear you out? Do you tend to perfer substantive conversation over small tal …

Join Allies Bridging Cultural Divides (ABCD) and network with co-organizers, real estate professionals, investors, small housing providers, agents, property managers, small business, nonprofit, community builders, association executives, meeting planners, co-sponsors, business owners and other group members of the Friendship Archway Alliance for monthly networking conversations over lunch. Self-pay for food or drink. EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! This nonprofit program provides opportunities for people …

The dynamic, diverse and service-centered Rotary Club of Capitol Hill draws members who live or work in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Since 2003, our members have represented the dynamic diversity of Capitol Hill and Washington, DC. Ranging from those in their 20's to 60's, more than half of our members are women and the members of our club represent numerous races and nationalities -- both from the United States and abroad. We have several members who are alumni of Rotary Foundation programs such …

You are invited to join us for networking conversations over lunch with local IT professionals,  webmasters and people of diverse professions and backgrounds to exchange experiences in programming, administration, hosting, development, design, and/or just to meet to chat and learn from non-webmasters to understand where clients are coming from for greater overall long term success. These events are great for practice skills required to build business ventures and develop mutually supportive and …

Asians and Asian Americans for One City,  3rd Sundays, 12:30PM to 2:30PM, meet in Chinatown, Wash. D.C. and connect with friends, old and new! EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! Asian American Professionals of DC's Friendship Archway Network are actively bridging cultural, digital and other divides in downtown Washington DC by coming together, working together and succeeding together! You are invited to join Asian American professionals and people of all backgrounds interested in Asian Americans, Chinese la …

Taste the best that the DC Metro Area has to offer. Our community boasts top restaurants, amazing chefs, outstanding bars, and a rich ethnic diversity of culture and food. Join like minded persons of taste to appreciate the flavor that is TasteDC. Cheers!

Mayor's Vision: One City One Future Welcome to  MEETUP FOR ONE CITY!  Members of The Friendship Archway Network and Allies Building Community Inc. (A.B.C.) welcome you to join us on the 3rd Sundays of each month from 12:30PM to 2:30PM for FREE networking (free admission, water and networking; self-pay for food/drink you order.) MEETUP for ONE CITY is a community initiative inspired by Mayor Vincent Gray's vision for Washington D.C. Meetup for ONE CITY is an educational program organized by local …

"Where Friends Meet" Come Join New Friends At The Best Dance Party In Town!Meet other singles near you! Come to a Singles Meetup Dance Party and flirt with fellow minglers for fun, friendship...and maybe more! Would you like to dance, laugh, talk and have a good time? We have just the place for you. Introducing the new meetup concept for singles dance lovers in the DC, MA and VA area. We are eager to provide the best parties starting with a dance lesson at the nicest places for area singles and …

The Evolver Social Movement’s mission is to create the scaffolding for an international consciousness network based on cooperation, environmental stewardship, joy, creativity and play. We enlist a permaculture approach to this social art sculpture, believing our local communities know what’s best for them. The Washington, D.C. Evolver Spore is providing a forum for people to interact on a face-to-face level to raise awareness and empower our local community in this extraordinary time. Ever-consc …