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Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for a night of vintage vibes! We’re heading to **Alfio’s La Trattoria** for an evening where the pasta is fresh, the wine is flowing, and the music spans five decades of hits. Whether you're here for the classic Italian comfort food or to cut a rug on the dance floor, **J Train** will be providing the perfect soundtrack from the 30s all the way to the 70s **Getting There & Staying Stress-Free** * **🚆 Metro:** Only **two blocks** from the Friendship Heights Red Line stop! * **🚗 Parking:** Free valet parking is available, plus plenty of easy street parking nearby. * **📞 Reservations:** Highly recommended! Call **301-657-9133** to snag your table.

**Calling all Beginner Ridazz!!** **Thinking about getting into cycling but not sure where to start? DMVCR has you covered. This beginner-friendly ride is designed to help you feel comfortable, confident, and supported every step of the way-no experience needed. This ride is on 2.5-mile trail in Watkins Park.** **Coach Marcus will guide you through the basics in a relaxed, no-pressure environment. You'll learn how to clip in safely, stop with confidence, ride smoothly with others, and use your gears without the guesswork.** **You won't be alone-our experienced riders will be there to help, encourage, and make sure everyone has a great ride.** **Where: 501 Watkins Park Drive, Largo, MD 20774** **When: Saturday, May 2nd** **Meetup: 9:00 AM (we'll help you get set up)** **Roll out: 9:30 AM** **Loop Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54802214** **Just bring:** 1. **Your bike (we'll help you check it)** 1. **Water & a snack, &** 1. **A willingness to try something new** **Everyone starts somewhere-this is your sign to start here** **Group Ride Guidelines:** 1. **Safety first is the primary tenet of DMVCR!** 1. **Bicyclists who participate on DMVCR club rides are required to wear a properly fastened helmet.** 1. **Bicyclists may not ride more than two (2) abreast and may not impede traffic.** 1. **Bicyclists must come to a complete stop at all stop signs and traffic lights displaying a red signal.** 1. **Bicyclists are expected to have their bikes in proper working order.** 1. **Bicyclists are expected to ride with repair equipment in the event for flat tire, etc.** 1. **Bicyclists should bring adequate nutrition to include enough hydration and snacks.** 1. **At night, bicycles must be equipped with a front white light and a rear red reflector or red light visible, both visible from 600 feet away.** **Disclaimer:** ***Please note DMVCR is not responsible for any accidents, injuries and/or damages or any combination thereof, which may occur to you and/or your bike. If you decide to participate on the ride, it means that you have read, understood and agreed that you are riding at your own risk and you waive all claims against all other riders who participate or organize the group ride.***

Hello, Thank you to everyone who makes these meetups a success! A special thanks to those who are able and willing to make a financial contribution to help keep this group going! Feel free to bring you coffee, tea, or preferred NA beverage from anywhere you'd like before heading to Quincy Park. **Logistics:** There are 3 parking lots at the park as well as plenty of street parking. The park is also located right near the Virginia Square - GMU metro station. **Note:** This event is on **Saturday**. We will either push to Sunday or another week if weather is an issue. Well behaved dogs on leashes are allowed(and encouraged!)

## Stop chasing opportunities and start attracting them by mastering the art of professional branding. ## Join us as "The Brand Architect" Kristen Henry King reveals how to align your reputation, image, and message to build instant trust. In today’s competitive market, it isn't enough to just be good at what you do; you have to be **unforgettable**. Many professionals struggle to communicate their value, leading to missed connections and stagnant growth. This session is designed to bridge the gap between your expertise and your visibility, ensuring that your personal and professional brand does the heavy lifting for you. Kristen Henry King, known as “The Brand Architect,” brings twenty years of Hollywood insight and business strategy to the EMA DC stage. She will guide you through the process of clarifying who you are and what you represent, providing practical strategies to ensure your marketing and personal interactions work in harmony. You will learn how to step into your authority so that trust is established before you even speak. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a creative, or a corporate leader, this presentation offers a blueprint for consistency across all platforms. By the end of the hour, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to align your message and image so that opportunities come to you — not the other way around.

Join us at the Chess Center offices (Suite 118, entrance on 2nd Avenue) on Saturday afternoons from 1:00 – 5:00pm ET for open play. Players of all abilities and ages are welcome. * Non-Members: $5.00/player table fee for the day. * Chess Center [Members](https://chessctr.org/membership/) always play for FREE ($0.00). Check our social media ([Twitter](https://twitter.com/uschess) / [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/USChessCenter)) for closure announcements: The Chess Center is closed on major holidays. We also have chess sets, clocks, and [used chess books](https://chessctr.org/usedbooks/) for sale.

* We meet inside Zazzy * Bring something to read, as we often take some time at the beginning telling each other about what we're currently reading. * I have a favor to ask of you. To offset the cost of Meetup fees (\~$200 a year), I kindly request that you consider a small donation to my my [Pledge account](https://www.meetup.com/a-different-type-of-book-club-arlington/#pledge). 😊 **NOTE: NO DISCUSSION OF POLITICS: 12/31/21 UPDATE** For the sake of polite company, moving forward, we will avoid the discussion of politics at meetings of the book club. Please let me know if you have any questions. **NON-ATTENDANCE / NO-SHOW POLICY** If you have said that you will attend this event, but no longer are able to attend, please kindly update your status to "Not Attending" so that someone on the waitlist is able to RSVP. **Because this Meetup group is popular, and typically has a waitlist, effective immediately, I'm instituting a two-event no-show policy. If you RSVP as "Attending" but do not show at two events, you will be removed from this Meetup group.** We look forward to seeing you! Best, Jay

ATTN!! Do you hate speaking? Does it fill you with dread speaking to an audience? Feeling as if you’re not capable or even being judged by every word that leaves your mouth? Let’s throw those fears out the door! Embrace your next opportunity to Level Up! Steps To Success is your perfect home to change your mindset! Come through! 😁

Social Sips & Bites crew, We’re turning up the energy in Ocean City Join us for a night at Seacrets - one of the most iconic waterfront spots on the beach. Think tropical island vibes, sand under your feet, drinks in hand, and live music all around. This place is more than a bar, it’s a full experience. Multiple areas, DJs, live bands, and that signature laid-back, high-energy atmosphere that just hits different by the water. Whether you’re dancing, chilling with a cocktail, or floating through the vibe, this is one night you don’t want to miss. Come ready to move, connect, and enjoy the night with your Social Sips & Bites crew. Let’s take over Seacrets

Social Sips & Bites family - ready for something new, fun, and a little competitive? We’re bringing you a Rummikub Social Gathering - a relaxed night of games, laughs, and great company. Never played before? Perfect. Miriam will be there to teach us step-by-step, so no experience needed at all. Just come ready to learn, play, and connect. What to expect • Easy-to-learn, addictive game • Plenty of laughs and friendly competition • A great way to meet new people and bond with our SSB crew Whether you’re a game night pro or just curious to try something new, this is your night. https://dunnloring.thecasualpint.com/

Join us for conversations that go beyond small talk, diving into topics like the shifting nature of spirituality, the challenges and joys of midlife transitions, the impact of culture and capitalism, and the search for meaning in art, travel, and daily life. Our gatherings are about genuine, thought-provoking dialogue, with no set leader or strict agenda—just an open space to share ideas, perspectives, and experiences that matter to us. The direction of the discussion is shaped by everyone who shows up, making each event unique and enriching. Come ready to share, reflect, and connect with others who are also seeking deeper conversations. Let the conversation flow from topic to topic. Optional questions are listed below.

Optional Questions: Life Stages & Transitions

1. What did you think you'd have figured out by now that you're still completely winging?
2. When did you realize your parents' advice was for a world that no longer exists?
3. What are you finally old enough to stop pretending to care about?

Optional Questions: Identity After the Roles

4. Who are you when nobody needs anything from you?
5. What dream keeps resurfacing even though the "practical" time has passed?
6. How do you handle having the freedom you always said you wanted?

Optional Questions: AI & Being Human

7. What human experiences will AI never truly understand?
8. If machines handled all your have-to's, what would you actually do?
9. What becomes more precious as everything becomes automated?

Optional Questions: Belief & Meaning

10. What certainties have you given up, and what rushed in to fill that space?
11. How has knowing someone who died changed how you live?
12. What do you believe now that would shock your younger self?

Optional Questions: The Modern Psyche

13. What anxiety do you carry that previous generations didn't have?
14. Which of your survival strategies are you ready to retire?
15. What uncomfortable truth about happiness did it take you years to accept?

Optional Questions: Work & Purpose

16. When did you stop believing that your job would complete you?
17. What would you do for work if money and status weren't factors?
18. How has your definition of "making it" changed over the years?

Optional Questions: Relationships & Connection

19. What relationship dynamic do you keep recreating, and why?
20. When did you realize your parents were just people trying their best?
21. What kind of loneliness doesn't go away even when you're with others?

Optional Questions: Time & Mortality

22. What are you running out of time to say or do?
23. How differently do you spend your time knowing it's finite?
24. What will you regret not trying, even if you fail?

Optional Questions: Society & Culture

25. What social convention do you follow even though it makes no sense?
26. Which generation do you understand least, and what might you be missing?
27. What aspect of how we live now will seem insane in 20 years?

Optional Questions: Personal Philosophy

28. What rule for life did you create after learning something the hard way?
29. When did you stop believing that everyone else had it figured out
30. What paradox about life have you learned to live with?

MoCo Code and Coffee is an inclusive, informal, co-working session. We're community-led and community-run by devs, for devs. People of all skill levels are invited. Especially new devs! Bring a laptop, ideas, and we'll provide the coffee and snacks. **Here's how it works** At 2:30pm, everyone introduces themselves and briefly mention what brought them to Code & Coffee today (project, homework, networking, etc.) Round 1: 1. Your name 2. What you're working on 3. What you can help others with Round 2: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. Round 3: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. **After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized!** 1. For the rest of the day, folks work on their projects, providing one another with help, and/or socialize. It's fully up to you. **Location** We will be at the cafeteria of the County Executive Office Building in Rockville. 101 Monroe Street, Rockville, MD 20850 The event will be held in a spacious cafeteria with plenty of tables and chairs. Light refreshments (coffee and tea) and snacks will be provided. **Parking** * Visitor Parking is available at the First Level of the Council Office Building Parking Garage. Entrance only from East Jefferson and Monroe Street intersection. More information is here: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcg/direction-to-eob.html * PLEASE NOTE: The garage referenced above is ACROSS THE STREET from the Executive Office Building. This is NOT the garage at the base of the Executive Office Building structure - that one is for employee and permit parking only. * If that garage is not available, there may be street parking available. The Rockville Town Square garages have up to 90 minutes of free parking are not too far away. Parking at the Rockville Metro station would be free on weekends. **Public transit** * Located near near the **Rockville** metro station (Red Line).

Ciao a tutt\*! Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (**Tremont** Branch) in **Meeting Room A** to speak in Italian for 1 hour.

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Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

Communication is everything in life! Attend this free lecture about how to be a better communicator. 📍 1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215 You are only as successful as your ability to communicate. \- What if you could confidently talk to anyone? \- What if you had the ability to calmly control every conversation? \- What if you could close that sale\, ask for that date\, make new friends\, repair problematic relationships\, get that raise\, or effortlessly express any idea with confidence? You can! The secret to success relies on your ability or inability to effectively communicate. Attend a free seminar and gain a better ability to communicate. Hosted by the Church of Scientology of Central Ohio For more information, contact Rhiannon, the Event Host at 614-221-5024

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.