Carving

Come and join Northern Virginia porcelain artists. We will provide all the paints and materials needed. Just bring your smile and creativity. We paint from 10:00 am - 2:00pm every Tuesday & Wednesday. Please RSVP in advance if you like to join oir group. Text: 703-906-9150 We are located few minutes from Tyson’s corner in McLean.

Please join Robert Brandau, our Founding Director, for coffee, conversation, job search assistance and just the ability to get out of the house and be with others as we look for **QUALITY** Employment. Bring your laptop, (if you need a new one, please let [Career-Confidence.org](http://career-confidence.org/) know.) there will be plenty of time for us to work seperately. Occassionally we have "on the spot" interviews with others at Fairfax Coffee. Often times some of us will go out to lunch or a simple dinner afterwards.

Join us for a grounded, body-centered journey into Authentic Relating — where slowing down allows presence, sensation, and self-awareness to guide our connections. In a world that moves fast, we often respond before we truly feel. We speak before we notice what’s happening inside. We listen to reply instead of to understand. This workshop is an invitation to pause. Communication extends far beyond words. Facial expressions, tone of voice, posture, gestures, breath, and eye contact all shape how we experience one another. When we slow down enough to notice these subtle cues — in ourselves and others — trust and safety naturally deepen. Through guided Authentic Relating practices, we will: • Notice what is happening in the body moment to moment • Build language for physical sensations and internal experiences • Practice expressing ourselves with clarity and authenticity • Explore how presence transforms connection If you’re longing for more depth, more presence, and more meaningful conversations — this space is for you. **Who would benefit from this practice:** partners, family members, those who want help connecting with others (friendships), professionals who have trouble working with team members, and team leaders who are trying to make an impact. **About the instructor:** Mike is a certified Authentic Relating facilitator, trained through ART International, with ongoing training in Nonviolent Communication, and other heart-centered communication modalities. He is passionate about creating spaces where people can slow down, connect deeply, and experience meaningful connection. Mike facilitates Authentic Relating exercises with the intention of making a real and lasting impact in people’s lives.

Stop by the Meditation Museum's booth at the Montgomery County Career & Resource Fair for Federal Employees, Contractors and Job Seekers. If you want to meet employers who are looking to hire, then you don't want to miss this event! **Hosted by Worksource Montgomery & Maryland's Department of Labor.** **Registration is required. Secure your spot at [mwejobs.maryland.gov](mwejobs.maryland.gov), Event ID #117110.** For assistance with registering email: [enrollment@worksourcemontgomery.com](enrollment@worksourcemontgomery.com). For questions and ADA requests: contact Mona Tinaza at [MTinaza@worksourcemontgomery.com](MTinaza@worksourcemontgomery.com). Held at the Silver Spring Civic Center, 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD. Plenty of county garage parking across the street from the Civic Building. This garage is pay to park. You are requested to bring multiple copies of your resume and dress appropriately in business attire.

Come join us for bingo at Atlas Brew Works in Alexandria. It's free to play. Win prizes on every round, and the winner of the final round gets a $50 Atlas Brew Works gift card for your next visit! More information: https://atlasbrewworks.com/pages/events#calendar-c3cfc1a3-4344-434e-a1b2-fb876f819883 Parking: Wegmans has a parking garage (via the Stovall St entrance) and is next to Atlas Metro: Eisenhower Ave (yellow line)

Our next event will be at Tatte Bakery at City Center. There is space to draw inside or out and there are beautiful cherry blossom decorations in the area for inspiration. Gabriel, who will be hosting this week, will have a meetup sign. Photo by [Evan Wise](https://unsplash.com/@evanthewise?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/a-cup-of-coffee-sitting-on-top-of-a-saucer-NFWaoPmPOpk?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=unsplash)

Hybrid registration links at https://greatcareers.org/events-calendar/career-success-group-job-seeker-accountability-networking-26/ The Career Success Group is a networking meeting held on the 2nd Monday and a hybrid meeting 4th Thursday of each month from 9:30-10:30 AM ET with [Kevin Keene](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinekeene/). Join us if you are looking for a new opportunity, to grow your career, or if you are in a job transition. 1. Practice your elevator pitch in a safe space 2. Check-in for accountability 3. Set goals for your job search for the week 4. Meet others to build your LinkedIn network 5. Learn about upcoming events 6. Ask questions **CHAPTER LEADER** [Kevin Keene](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinekeene/) kekeene@comcast.net

I’m excited to partner with **Shirlington Library** to host this in-person workshop for professionals who are navigating career transitions, job loss, or considering a new direction. In today’s job market, it’s not enough to simply update your resume—you have to reposition your experience and communicate your value clearly. In this 90-minute session, I’ll walk you through practical strategies to help you quickly rebrand your experience, regain momentum, and move forward with confidence. This session is especially helpful for professionals coming from **federal service, layoffs, or unexpected career changes** who want a clear plan for what comes next. During this workshop, I’ll share: • How to **rebrand your experience quickly** for new roles and industries • How to **shift your mindset** to confidently navigate career change • The **#1 mistake most job seekers make** (and how to avoid it) • Tools and language that help your **resume and LinkedIn stand out** • How to **own your career pivot**, even if your last role ended unexpectedly Register here: [https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/16373290](https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/16373290) **Date:** Thursday, March 26, 2026 **Time:** 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Location:** Campbell Room **Library:** Shirlington Library

Learn how to safely make 2 matching coasters out of wood and resin. Choose an oceanscape or create your own design using a low-fume epoxy resin. You will be completing this design on 2 matching wooden coasters. In this live tutorial style workshop, you will learn the basic skills of how to safely mix the resin and how to apply. The class begins with wearing proper Personal Protective Equipment followed by a quick overview of the basics of the resin art, including types of resin and proper mixing techniques. Participants will then either choose the suggested oceanscape design or pick their own design. Instructor will then teach the good pouring technique. The pieces will be left for overnight curing and can be picked the next day. Before finishing the class, the instructor will also provide some troubleshooting tips for future use. Each participant will walk out with two wooden coasters. Not recommended for pregnant women. No experience needed. All supplies included. Ages 10+ Registration open until March 21.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

Enjoy a bit of Columbus culinary history at Carfagna's market, wine bar and ristorante. We will gather for a glass of wine or two in the wine bar at 6:30 with dinner at 7pm. Arrive early if you like, shop and place your items in a cooler in your car. This is a pay-on-your-own event. I will have a reservation for eight, and you are encouraged to get your own reservation at 7pm. Message me if you want to be on my table. Keep your reservation up to date as the Attendance and Release of Liability provisions are enforced, including the 48 hour No-Show Rule. See the first page of Group Page for details. Read about the history of Carfagna's here and also see their weekly specials. https://carfagnas.com/about-carfagnas/

5:45-7:45 in Conference Room B, Library lower level. Bring your yarn projects, meet new friends. If you plan to attend, please RSVP yes. If you can’t attend, please change your RSVP to no. This helps anyone who is waitlisted and it allows me to have an accurate count of attendees as our space is quite limited. Plenty of parking in the lot, in the overflow lot across the street, and on the street. See you there! Winter Note: If the weather is bad and I have to cancel the Meetup, i will issue the cancellation not later than 3 p.m. of that day.