The group, "The Iron Age", is for all the ancient/classical history of the Mediterranean and near eastern world during the iron age of history. This period covers the rise and fall of the Egyptians, Persians, Greeks, Romans, Carthaginians, and many more empires. Come sit down, have a coffee/tea, and have fun discussing the political, cultural, economic, military, and social legacies of these great peoples.

The KnoThySelf group mission is to find and make available information and services that help people explore and appreciate the African American family history. You should join if you are interested in exploring your family history to see where it takes you as the past is a platform to the future. In working with one another, we will leverage the meet up group to Honor the African American Legacy!

African Diaspora Roots and Culture July 2011 -June 2012: Self Exploration & Rebirth    This is a diverse group that connects all people through the celebration and exploration of the culture and history of the Black African Diaspora.   Diaspora (DI-'AS-PAR-A) n a. The breakup and scattering of people. b. People scattered far from their ancestral homelands. c. The place where these people live . Learn and celebrate how we all, as one world, have changed and influenced the history and cultures …

The Great Books Reading Group is not a literature club. It is a discussion group that uses a multidisciplinary approach to learning and exploring the past and present. We are reading from the St. John's College Reading List. As we read foundational texts in the Western tradition, we examine mysticism, history, theology, the earth and physical sciences, mathematics, philosophy and government, as well as art, literature and music.

Meet history lovers from the DC area in a local Meetup Book Club! Fiction or non-fiction, paperback or hardcover, we will read a new book every other month. Then we will meet to discuss the reading selection at an informal and accessible meeting place. Perfect for those who have an interest in reading, history, travel, and meeting new people.

This group is for people with an interest in topics such as geography, anthropology, sociology, psychology, biology, history, archeology and related fields. Examples of books we may read include "Guns, Germs and Steel" and "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks".

Jim and Sandy Young -Experiential Spirituality- Angel Talk TV - www.angeltalktv.com Founders of The TLLC Church - (see Church History Page) ~ Connecting The Planet, One Person, and one Community At A Time ~ Angel Talk has been such an integral part of our lives and sharing the beauty and wonder of the Angels within the Spiritual community will always be our first love :-)  Over the last two years we have been blessed to have been sponsored for our workshops through Starlights meetups and other w …

… Please join our other groups The Bachata Meet UP http://www.bachatameetup.com The Zouk Meet Up http://www.zoukmeetup.com A BRIEF HISTORY OF KIZOMBA Kizomba is an African rhythm, developed in Angola mostly since the late 70s. Being born in a continent with a effervescent musical history, kizomba is a result of an evolution: young generations, listening to traditional music like semba, felt something was missing - a modern and sensual touch. Adding an electronic percussion with a slow and extremel …

We intend to engage the population of D.C. in discussions that clarify the axioms underlying the policies shaping our world. We do not adhere to any one political, economic, philosophical, or religious ideology; rather, we value critical Socratic style discourse and have aspirations to influence the culture of D.C. and the world accordingly. You should join this group if you have a passion for ideas that spans many disciplines and wish to enkindle the Socratic daemon in today's world.

… In addition to coming together for spiritual growth and fun as a part of this group you can also choose to be a part of history by serving on the committee offering you the opportunity to share your vision, hopes, dreams for our Monumental Historic Event, The Million Goddess Meditation on the Nation Mall in DC on 8/11/2012. Experts say it only takes 8,000 people meditating simultaneously to create a shift in the consciousness of the whole world, can you imagine what one million will do? We exten …

The purpose of this Ron Paul Meetup is to celebrate a return to constitutional law after we have elected Ron Paul President. We will meet on January 20, 2013 in Washington D C where we will become a part of history and be able to tell our grandchildren and great grandchildren that we participated in the Ron Paul Revolution that restored freedom and liberty in America. See you then.

… Join PIAZZA ITALIA and chat with Anthony a highly extroverted, personable Group Founder, President, Organizer, a “NATIVE” Italian language speaker possessing an IN-DEPTH knowledge of and a PASSIONATE FEELING ABOUT the HISTORY, TRADITIONS, and CULTURE of his ITALIA.  He has lived on three continents and is Multilingual, world-traveler, former school teacher in ITALY, and earned a BA and MBA from the George Washington University. Anthony  will make YOU feel like you are in ITALIA and can assist yo …

Come join All About Tea in DC! If you love Tea, this is the place to be. Whether you enjoy black - Assam, Ceylon; Earl Grey; Green - Sencha, genmeicha or gunpowder green tea; White teas; Blends or Herbals (including Rooisbos), we all have one thing in common - Tea. It soothes the soul, helps you think and it's good for you! Tea is the #2 beverage drunk worldwide next to water. Tea comes from the Camellia Seninses leaf. The 5 major world areas that started cultivating Tea according to history a …

… Highlights of the 2011 Reebok CrossFit Games   History of the CrossFit Games  

… .<-- Group will participate in: Cultural Events Museum Tours (Smithsonian and more) Theatre Art Museum Tours Historic Homes Tours History Tours Social Events Dining Outs (Inexpensive and 5-Star) Sunday Brunchs Dim Sum High Tea Opera Movies Wine Tours Wine and Cheese Get Togethers Kennedy Center Civil War Tours Happy Hours (HH) Games Nights Holiday Gatherings Sightseeing Stargazing Hiking Biking Tennis Skiing Horseback Riding Bird Watching Beach Trips Travel to Exoti …

… Our purpose is to promote scientific literacy and critical thinking, to provide a forum for humanists and others to explore humanist principles and how they relate to all aspects of human experience, and to study the significance of humanism throughout history. Secular humanists are distinguished by an emphasis on scientific methods of knowing, separation of church and state, and a commitment to the pursuit of humanist goals outside religious frameworks. Use the "About" link above to see what W …