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Triple Header: U2, REM and Toad the Wet Sprocket Jam - Kokopelli's

Hosted by: DC Rockers

10 going
Free
Triple Header: U2, REM and Toad the Wet Sprocket Jam - Kokopelli's

(With Tech Talk!) Dulles Code & Coffee [23] @ BTI360

Hosted by: Dulles Code & Coffee

110 going
Free
(With Tech Talk!) Dulles Code & Coffee [23] @ BTI360

Securing the Forgotten Risk Vector: Firmware

Hosted by: Loudoun County Cybersecurity Professionals

38 going
Free
Securing the Forgotten Risk Vector: Firmware

Leesburg Christmas Lights Tour & After Party at Maverick

Hosted by: Greater Loudoun Bicycling Meetup

81 going
Free
Leesburg Christmas Lights Tour & After Party at Maverick

Mix and Mingle Holiday Networking

Hosted by: 1 Million Cups

9 going
Free
Mix and Mingle Holiday Networking

JunkFood at Ned Devine's

Hosted by: Reston Throwdown Crew (formally Reston Going Out Group!!)

36 going
Free
JunkFood at Ned Devine's

White Elephant Gift Exchange and Dessert/Snack Party

Hosted by: Northern Virginia Childfree Couples and Individuals Meetup

22 going
Free
White Elephant Gift Exchange and Dessert/Snack Party

12/12 BOLD Happy Hour - Holiday Gift Exchange

Hosted by: BOLD "Bored-with-OnLine-Dating" Singles 45 & Over / Dulles

54 going
Free
12/12 BOLD Happy Hour - Holiday Gift Exchange
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Cyber Security Course Info-Become a Certified Professional in Cybersecurity

Hosted by: Clarusway

92 going
Free
Cyber Security Course Info-Become a Certified Professional in Cybersecurity

Connect & Greet for Global Transformation Collective

Hosted by: Global Womens Transformation Collective

5 going
Free
Connect & Greet for Global Transformation Collective

Enslaved #1. "Gold, Glory, God": the Beginnings of 'New World' Enslavement

Hosted by: The Virtual Academy in Washington

37 going
Free
Enslaved #1. "Gold, Glory, God": the Beginnings of 'New World' Enslavement

Lupus GLOW Walk and Fundraiser

Hosted by: DMV Walking Meetup Group - Naturally We Walk

2 going
From $25.00
Lupus GLOW Walk and Fundraiser
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Since 2002, members have used Meetup to make new friends, meet like-minded people, spend time on hobbies, and connect with locals over shared interests. Learn how.

I Used Meetup to Make Friends at Brunch

New Jersey-based writer and college student Brianna Stryker wanted to meet friends in her hometown. Learn how she used Meetup to make connections by joining a Girls Night Out Meetup group.
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How to Turn Casual Connections into Close Friendships

It’s proven that close friendships are harder to make as an adult. But don’t sweat it: here’s what you can do to simplify the process.
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Do You Have the “Right” Number of Friends?

Studies from around the world have tried to help people answer this question. Learn about the three tiers of friendship and how to fulfill them.
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