Imagine a place you can go where you are warmly welcomed – where you meet other folks just like you, looking for stress relief, for real-ness in our relationships, for comfort and peace in our busy world … a practice. Imagine owners,  Ann Fleming & Linda Miller bring their years of practice into every class and event, passionately sharing all they’ve experienced and gratefully listening to your stories. They firmly believe in creating community, where we learn from one another and bring joy to o …

MISSION STATEMENT The Mission of Laurel Factory is to teach and share the process of merging creativity and business through art, music, health, wellness and entrepreneurial leadership. The Laurel Factory experience will create generations of producers and assist in solidifying self-sustainability and vitality within the community. The foundation of a thriving community is established by hard work and both conventional and non-conventional education methods. The Laurel Factory wishes to be a cor …

Our virtual fitness club is for current and new fitness enthusiasts of all levels.  Are you just starting out, or are you a seasoned fitness enthusiast?  Our club is for women and men of all ages.  Let's all help each other!  Join us for socials, plus more, and help spread fitness, health, and wellness all throughout the Route 3 corridor and beyond!  The goal of our Meet-Up is to help each other stay focused on fitness and health throughout our life journey!

This group is for individuals interested in practicing Kundalini yoga and meditation. I am a certified Kundalini yoga instructor and have been practicing since 1999. I strive to create an environment of like-minded individuals who seek to the company of others to solidify the practice of Kundalini yoga and meditation. This group is for ALL levels, those who have never practiced to those experienced in the practice. NOTE: I am currently making a career change and have postponed my classes in Colu …

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is the American Cancer Society's nationwide series of walking events to raise funds and awareness to end breast cancer. Making Strides provides a powerful and inspiring opportunity to unite as a community to honor breast cancer survivors, raise awareness about what we can do to stay well, and raise money to help in the fight against breast cancer. This group pertains to the walk on October 20th on the National Mall. If you're interested in signing up for the …

This group is for the novice to the health conscious who are interested in indoor and out door group activities, workshops and seminars that are designed to bring you closer to your personal health, fitness and overall well-being goals.

Soka Gakkai International (SGI-USA) is a well-respected American Buddhist association that promotes world peace and individual happiness based on the teachings of the Nichiren school of Mahayana Buddhism. Our members reflect a cross section of our diverse American society, representing a broad range of ethnic and social backgrounds. This web site includes information about activities in the SGI-USA. For more in-depth information about the SGI-USA, Nichiren Buddhism and national activities, pleas …

This boot camp is NOT your typical workout with mats and dumbbells.....it is the ONLY total body indoor workout designed to melt fat off your entire body by combining fat-burning cardio with dynamic resistance training moves to help you slim and sculpt your body without bulking you up! You'll literally shrink your midsection and get a slim, sexy, and toned body while having FUN!! No matter if you are just starting out or if you are in great shape, this boot camp is for you. We accommodate all f …

The purpose of the First Time Mommy Meetup is to provide an environment that is safe, encouraging, supportive, fun and even educational; and where meaningful and lasting relationships can be born (as well as babies!!). This group is for First-Time mothers - whether you have already had your little one or if you are counting down the days till your baby's arrival. This is a special time in our lives when relationships with other women are so helpful and important. Our boyfriends and hubbies, try …

This is just not another tiresome meetup book club that follows some predictable path well trod by about a million other meetup groups. First, we aim to energize your reading life by presenting a rich menu of unexpected offerings rather than a boring genre-specific diet. We will read delightful fables, profound novels about every aspect of the human condition, comedies, plays, thoughtful (but accessible) works of philosophy, as well as a variety of serious political, social and cultural medita …

The recent wave of interest in semantic technology has led to the growing popularity of Semantic Meetups in US and around the world. The purpose of local Meetup is to provide a forum for newcomers to learn about the foundational technologies of the Semantic Web [] and for the well versed to keep up on industry trends and share their experiences.  Discuss topics will cover a broad range of subject matter that includes OWL, RDF, SPARQL, RIF, Open Linked data, semantics in the enterprise, rules, in …

Biodanza-Creative moves for kids is one hour expressive movement class that will allow your unique child with autism or aspergers to: 1. have fun! 2. increase his/her sensory motor and perceptual motor development, 3. improve his/her socialization and communication skills, 4. foster body awareness and nurture his/her personal self-concept. We go on a "journey" during every session that takes the children on an adventure through movement with little to no speaking involved and end the class by dr …

A fun, friendly and energetic class that will get your heart pumping! A great way to burn calories and have fun!!

We are a group of Dachshund Owners and Friends who enjoy getting together for fun with and without our beloved Dachshunds at our side! We share a wide variety of interest especially anything Dachshund related. Meet fellow Dachshunds and Dachshund Owners near you! Come to a local Dachshund Meetup to talk about training issues, health and nutrition, and the general well-being of our Beloved and Popular breed, as well as let the dogs romp and play and make new friends. Longhaired, Smooth or Wirehai …

Destined to WIN in 2010 ! Celebrating Victorious Favor & Supernatural New Beginnings It's our Time to WIN ! Women Connected for Change is the daughter of the mother organization Sisters4Sisters, Inc.which is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in 1999 which is dedicated to the empowerment of Women and Girls in Mind, Body and Spirit through enlightening workshops on financial literacy, personal and professional development as well as community outreach in the areas of Homelessness, Domestic …

This group started on a Wednesday night way back in October 2006 and we used to meeting in a locations called Border's Bookstore in Columbia (now Books-A-Million). Wednesday night attendance grew and grew till Borders just could not hold us any more and we moved to Panera's Bread. Shortly after the move the Saturday group was created for those that could not join us on Wednesday nights. Then Tuesday afternoon's were added to the calendar and Friday afternoon's were added in the Fall of 2012. We …

Our group is for fun loving, intelligent, and outgoing professionals, 25 - 35, who are looking for a good group of friends in the Baltimore / Howard County area. We host a wide variety of events from Happy Hours, Wine Tastings, local festivals, BBQ’s, Game Nights, Team Sports, Outdoor activities, and much, much, more. We are looking for Men and Women in the area who are easy going, like to try new things, have a good sense of humor, and are a little silly at times…if that sounds like you, then w …

Inspired Ghost Tracking is where you meet other paranormal investigators and other people who have an interest in the paranormal, ghost investigations, ghost hunting, ghosts, and spirits. We do various events around the paranormal and have guest speakers who are experienced in paranormal, paranormal investigations, and ghost hunters. We do paranormal investigations at least once a month for public ones and when asked for private ones. If you are looking for someone to investigate your home then …

Calling all board gamers alike!! My name is Nancy and I'm a busy, working full time single mom. I'm 37 years old and if you're like me, it's hard to get out and meet other people with a busy schedule and commitments to family. I LOVE board games, card games, and all kinds of games. I wanted to create a group where we could all meet at least once per month and play a variety of different games out on the market!! There are so many fun and crazy games out there, but I simply don't know enough peop …

Meet others who are interested in and/or practicing complimentary and alternative healing arts. All modalities are welcome to take part, such as Naturopathy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Herbology, Energy Healing, etc... Anyone wanting to network and learn more about specific modalities or natural health in general should attend. It's a great opportunity to learn from local practitioners, find new ways to meet your wellness goals and network with like-minded people.

This is a group for Mom's that want to get together for playdates and other fun activities with the kids. We'll plan activities such as meetups at the park, storytime at the library, dinners out, and attend some of the kid friendly events in the area. We will also have meetups just for the Mom's, so we can enjoy a little relaxation and well-deserved quiet time. From babies to active toddlers, from stay at home moms to working moms, this is a group for everyone. We are a fun group and can't wait …

Are you between 28-43 and enjoy things like craft beer, homebrewing, being outside, hiking, camping, running, and (of course) socializing with good people? Well then join us for some fun events! Our organizers are based out of Maryland, but of course you're welcome to join us if you're in DC or NoVa! :) This group will travel to do awesome things - there are a ton of great breweries and hiking spots in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Virginia, and West Virginia. Q: Do I have to like BOTH hiking and cra …

Weekly Boot Camp and Group Personal Training My name is Stephanie and I own a company called The Boot Camp Girl (http://www.thebootcampgirl.com) and I teach group personal training boot camp, yoga and individual personal training. This will be a place to share ideas, meet new people, exercise and make new friends.  There is no cost to be in this Meetup group. This group is for men and women who really want to be in better shape and are ready to make a change. Do you need accountability? Are you …

In a country where the LGBT community is often over looked or harshly judged and compared to the social norms of society, it seems our community has but a small footprint in a large world. Our most powerful ally is forming a supportive relationship with other positive LGBT members and gaining the assistance of the entire community to keep our relationships and families healthy and strong. Positive Women Making Positive Choices will provide our community with stability, opportunities to foster a …

Are you a girl who is new in town or just ready to make some new friends? Are you looking to build strong, meaningful relationships and make our little corner of the world a better place? We are a group of girls who are all of the above and so much more. We want to connect with others to befriend, encourage and support one another on life's journey. We are ladies with open minds and open hearts. We are diverse in our backgrounds and beliefs and we respect each others' differences. We are looki …

This Meetup is for novice & experienced motorcycle riders. The group is  made up of all types of  bikes, and all types of skill levels. If you have just purchased a bike or are just getting back on a bike after a long time, this is the Meetup where people of like minds can meet. We will get together for  Day trips around town, cook-outs, parties and meet up just to swap tips and ideas. We will also do some longer rides during the summer rider season as well. If you would like to find others who …

Female motorcycle riders who get together and share the love of riding together. This is not a MC club and if you are in a MC club you are still welcome to meet-up and ride. The idea is to ride safe enjoy the open road and meet new friends that share some common interests. We also welcome male supporters to join us as well.

Get together with others that are creating a healthy and active lifestyle. Enjoy the company of many while walking different areas in Columbia like Lake Elkhorn, Centennial Lake, Wild Lake as well as adventure through the miles of trails throughout the Howard County area. Develop relationships that may expand beyond just Saturday morning walks, begin your personal journey into a fitness routine, transform your life into something you may never have expected. You will not know until you Wake Up a …