Here you will meet up members who are interested in the Brazilian culture, its incredible music and dances. You will also take a part in making an exciting, social and educational environment aided by a true Brazilian, Fabio Bonini from Sao Paulo. Fabio is a Samba Champion and have been teaching Brazilian dances for 15 years. He performed and tought in several Brazilian TV shows from 1996 to 2000 before he moved to the USA. Fabio will be hosting a monthly dance event on the second Sunday of ev …

DC Python meets the first Tuesday of each month from 7:00PM — 9:00PM at BrowserMedia/nclud in DC. Talks range from core language features to cutting-edge techniques in the latest web framework. The optimal way to get a sense of the group and its culture is to attend a monthly meeting and/or visit our organization's official home page at www.dcpython.org. Come join us! You are bound to learn something! Or better, volunteer to present on technology you are passionate about and teach us something n …

We are now meeting in a different location.  Our regular meeting place will be unavailable for a few months while it is under renovation.  Please be sure to log in and get the new address when you RSVP. Get together with fellow folk fans and help us raise the roof twice a month! IF YOU KNOW FOLK MUSIC, SING IT LOUD AND PROUD AND/OR PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!!! We take turns selecting a song for the group to sing and play (passing's OK). Most of our songs come from the Rise Up …

The Washington DC Write to Publish Group is unlike most writers’ groups which focus on critiquing each other’s work. Instead this group is dedicated to the "business side" of writing and educate authors (and would be authors) on what they can expect as they go from finished project to available for sale. Much of what I believe and will teach can be found online here: http://www.TheAuthorIncubator.com As a part of your membership, I offer monthly Q&A calls where you can ask any questions you have …

We host 5 - 10 events each month to help business owners get more leads, make more sales, develop crucial business skills, create strategic partnerships and more. The events fall into three categories: Business Education events (workshops, speakers & trainings), Business Social events (a monthly business networking happy hour & a business brunch), Business Games (Fun games designed to generate leads while teaching people important business skills). Our mission is to assist the business and perso …

DC Media Makers is the preeminent association of journalists, entertainers, advocates, documentarians and tech enthusiasts dedicated to video blogging and learning media literacy in general in Washington, DC. We trade web video production knowledge and teach newcomers how to make and distribute media online. We feature guest presenters, critiques, and collaborative projects. Whether you are an old pro (-we have members from CNN, NBC, and NPR), an established videoblogger, or someone who wants to …

Hello to everyone who likes to dance and have fun, Dance is my life and I love to teach others how to experience this exciting form of art. I find great joy in watching my students progress and learn and most of all see them go out to salsa clubs and have fun. I am so proud to know that I've given them something that they can use to meet new people and have fun. Isn't that what we all need in these days full of stress? I have recently relocated to the DC area from Chicago where I taught at t …

NEW CLASS: STARTING ON TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 2013; WASHINGTON, DC 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Greetings and you can recover from separation and divorce because we did! We have ongoing meetings in the Washington, DC Metro Area - Downtown Washington, DC (ALL LOCATIONS WITHIN 1 or 2 Blocks from Metro Stations). DivorceCare is a network of thousands of divorce recovery support groups meeting worldwide, structured as a weekly seminar/support group session that combines teaching and small group discussion. We meet …

Eastern Market Tango is The Place to learn and dance Argentine Tango in the DC area. Since June 23, 2004, Eastern Market Tango has acted as home to all segments of the DC Tango Community. During this time we have continued to offer the DC-MD-NOVA Community the finest Tango Teachers & Dancers from around America and around the world. We also offer In-House Teachers, some of whom have taught with us on a weekly basis since 2005. If you've ever wanted to learn this soulful dance, the way they have …

When we reconnect who we are with what we do, we approach our lives and our work with renewed passion, commitment, and integrity. (Parker Palmer) This group is based on the work of Parker Palmer and his book "The Courage to Teach". In a time when being an educator is more demanding than ever, it is more important than ever that educators have time and space to reflect and renew. The goal of this group is to create that space.

I started the Maharmitta Meditation group at The Center in Tenley-town for the past 2 years to teach "Maharmitta Meditation - deep breathing and meditation" (see www.maharmitta.com). It helps one to relax, reduce stress, increase lung capacity (help asthma sufferers manage their conditions). Since last year, I started to teach "Maharmitta Relaxation - A slow movement and stretching" to the residents at the Mary's House (Assisted Living) in Rockville, Maryland, and to the monks and lay persons at …

We are people who like to know more today than we did the day before.  We like to challenge our assumptions, question our beliefs and come away with that cherished little pearl of insight that keeps alive our sense of awe at life.  And we like to do all of this while laughing together over a good cup of coffee or tea, and sometimes the occasional beer.  We are not formal, and come from all walks of life.  And we think that everyone has something to learn and something to teach.  So swing by the …

This group is for parents & educators who want to teach computer technology and design. We want to have regular meetups to exchange ideas and also to also provide opportunities for kids to learn programming, design, and robotics skills.

After 6 years of being a nature & landscape photographer, I feel compelled to share the gift of photography with others! I will be leading a series of workshops around the DC area, introducing you to the natural and man-made wonders of our region while teaching you the basics and advanced techniques of digital SLR photography. And, while I will help you build a foundation in the technical skill required of the craft, I will place emphasis on developing you as an artist: I will teach you how to b …

I have many friends who want to share their experiences in teaching English overseas with those who want to go abroad and discover a new world. The purpose of the group is to help each other by exchanging information.

Welcome Happy Feet Hikers, From Jo Detraz, Happy Feet Hikers Organizer & the entire Happy Feet Hikers Team http://www.happyfeethikers.com/ What is Happy Feet Hikers? We're a group of fun-loving, tree-hugging, fresh-air-breathing hiking enthusiasts who love to get together with others of the same. Whether you've been hiking for years, or you'd just like to try out a new hobby for exercise and peace of mind, Happy Feet Hikers is happy to welcome you into our group. Where do you hike? Here are j …

Our photography courses aim to help people explore their creative skills through the digital world.  With a large variety of topics and subjects people learn about equipment, light, composition and how to make the most of their cameras and their imaginations. Our sessions are unlike any others because we take your wildest imagination and turn it into reality via our Shoot-Off Workshops.  More specifically, we set the stage for your scene and each person has the opportunity to photograph it the w …

Glamour photography: is a genre of photography whereby the subjects are portrayed in a romantic or sexually alluring way. The subjects may be fully clothed, seminude, or nude. So if you really want to learn about and shoot glamour this is the group for you! Please join us. Welcome to the Glamour Photography Workshops & Shootout group of the Washington DC Metro Area. Our group is dedicated to putting on instructional workshops focused on teaching you or improving your glamour photography skills a …

We love group fitness, but sometimes classes can get expensive and crowded. To solve this problem we are taking fitness outside! Fit Fans: The District Outdoor Fitness Meetup is a place to find group fitness classes in the DC metro area that fit your budget and schedule. Sign up for an upcoming class and come meetup. Fit Instructors: This group is also about connecting great fitness instructors with people who are interested in getting a great workout. If you are a fitness instructor looking to …

We meet to teach, share and explore best practice interview skills. The meet-ups are lead by Lorne Epstein who has over 17 years as an professional recruiter. He is the Author of "You're Hired! Interview Skills to Get the Job" and he speaks at universities around the country and to professionals on interviewing to get hired.

This is a group for anyone interested in education technology and promoting education in the classroom for teachers, entrepreneurs, and policy makers in the Washington DC region. We will be organizing keynotes, panel discussions, and more. We will try to meet monthly to explore various topics at the intersection of education and technology; to learn about the latest technologies that are supporting teachers; and to hear from teachers about the problems in education that must be fixed now. In add …

WHAT WE DO: We provide a variety of mindfulness meditation experiences (classes, workshops, retreats, mentoring, one-to-one teaching, and therapy), including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) 8-week classes. "As long as you are breathing, there is more right with you than there is wrong with you, no matter how ill or hopeless you may feel." - Jon Kabat-Zinn Our mission is to help you open up to all that you are and all that you can be thr …

This is a place to tell stories about change in place over time, and to get involved in the nascent MapStorytelling community. Along the way, we'll connect folks across a range of professional interests and fields, and spark new ways of thinking and acting for the common good.

The following is information taken from http://www.bruno-groening.org/english and describes the history of The Bruno Groening Circle of Friends. Below that, you will find information about the Washington, DC Bruno Groening Circle of Friends: The Bruno Groening Circle of Friends was founded by Grete Häusler (1922- 2007). She met Bruno Groening in 1950 and experienced healing from three incurable ailments at their first encounter. Thereafter she became a close associate of his and established the …

Want to meet fellow professionals who share your passion for education ? Join teachers and service providers from the District to network, relax after a long week, or even share great teaching strategies!

If you have an interest in speaking the Thai language (language of Thailand), join our informal group to learn!!! Each workshop focuses on topics of interest for speaking Thai.....Shopping, Food/Restaurants, Medical, Social, Visiting Thailand with fun activities to reenforce the lessons in each workshop. If you plan to visit Thailand, have Thai relatives or friends, or you have Thai parents and would like to improve your Thai language skills.....this would be a great way to learn. All levels of …

The ‘Art of Change’ – micro-mini sessions are derived from a thirteen week evening course offered by Quintessence Institute. On the 3rd & 4th Saturday of the month from 1pm to 3pm we come together to learn the science behind interpersonal change and to highlight the most significant aspects of what it takes to become a completely new and different self or personality. We believe that self-actualization is the realization of our inherent human nature, which is to be spiritual. Therefore, we culti …

There are many meanings of Kabbalah that have developed over time. In a nutshell it's an ancient wisdom that reveals how the universe & life work. On a literal level, the word Kabbalah means "to receive." It's the study of the meaning of life and how to receive fulfillment in our lives. The Kabbalah Centre teaches Kabbalah as a universal wisdom that predates the Bible or religion, and can be studied by anyone regardless of their faith or path. Presenting the wisdom from a lineage of great kabbal …