Okay folks, here is our first event in a while. We will be joining J.T. and his Young Asian Professionals Going Out Group at Play Lounge for this charity event. I unfortunately cannot make it, as I am on shift at the station that night. However, my good friend and Co-organizer, John Issa, will be bartending that evening. Ask for him later in the evening and tip him well! Here is information directly from J.t.'s meetup group page:

We'll be benefiting Bike to the Beach for Autism. . . http://www.biketotheb.... . . . an organization famous for it's annual "Bike to the Beach" event that raises money and awareness for Autism!. . . suggested $5 or $10 donation. Please note 80% of donations goes to Bike to the Beach, 20% of donations go to the 20s & 30s Going Out Group to cover meetup fees and expenses. The following groups will be joining us so far:

. 20s & 30s Going Out Group
. 80s in DC
. DC Euro
. House Music
. Tysons Singles
. Washington DC German Language
. Sushi-licious
. Twice Exceptional: Outgoing Singles and Kick A$$ Pros
. Single and Fabulous Gals
. Internationals Meet up for Fun
. DC Nightlife
. DC Metro 20's and 30's New in Town & New Friends
. Indians Socializing Over Drinks and Sports
. 20s / Early 30s Girls in DC
. DC Metro Volleyball
. Metro Girls' Night Out
. DMV Ladies in their 20's & early 30's

Our happy hours typically bring out 150 - 250 folks. . . and I wouldn't be surprised with a similar turnout this time around. Also, DJ Teng will be spinning loungy groovy music for us!

For those that haven't been there before, Play is a colorful lounge that includes cube-style ottomans and low banquettes. It's saturated with color from cool mint greens to in-your-face oranges and reds. See www.playloungedc.com.

To help continue the friendly tone of this group. . . I'd like to again encourage each person to have a GOAL OF MEETING 3 NEW PEOPLE at this event. To help do this, for an icebreaker, we'll put your name in a jar as you walk in, and then give you someone else's name from the jar.

Here is the direct link to YAP's page for this event: http://nightlife.meet...

I highly suggest to those members of the DC/VA/MD Asian Party Scene to join J.T.'s group also, as they throw awesome events on a regular basis. Have fun!