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* **Feeling overwhelmed or stressed?** * **Looking for inner peace, clarity, or spiritual connection?** * **Curious about spirituality—but not sure where to begin?** **HU, a sacred sound, an ancient mantra, can uplift anyone regardless of background or faith. Join us online or in-person and experience the Sound of Soul through Spiritual Meditation, followed by quiet contemplation, and a spiritual conversation. Participate at your comfort level, with no obligation.** **Some of the Benefits of the HU:** * **Inner peace and calm** * **Healing of the heart** * **Release from fear** * **Inner Guidance** * **Spiritual self-discovery and growth** **Two easy ways to participate!** 1. **In-person at: Central Maryland ECK Center,** **1738 Elton Rd., Suite 104, Silver Spring, MD 20903.** 2. **On Zoom at: [THE SOUND OF SOUL EVENT](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89597899210?pwd=reKwx1zJtFNylttx8N4LKs3zYJN7a3.1)** **Meeting ID: 895 9789 9210** **Passcode: 978196** **Phone: 301-715-8592** **For more information:** **Call or text: (301) 439-2120** **Email: [MEC@eckankarmaryland.org](mailto:MEC@eckankarmaryland.org)** **Presented by the MD & DC Satsang Societies, Inc., Chartered Affiliates of Eckankar.** **Copyright © 2026 ECKANKAR. The terms ECKANKAR, ECK, EK, MAHANTA, SOUL TRAVEL, and VAIRAGI, among others, are trademarks of ECKANKAR, PO Box 2000, Chanhassen, MN 55317-2000 U.S.A.**

Big stage, big dance floor, great food and drink great prices. The perfect fun night with the best 70s/80s dance band in the DMV!

Let’s kick off mid-March with a big Friday night happy hour at BabyCat Brewery in Kensington! 🍺 Expect a lively crowd, great craft beer, and one of our biggest social nights of the season. Whether you’re new to the area or a regular at our events, this is the perfect way to meet new people and start the weekend right. 📍 BabyCat Brewery 2800 Lewis Ave, Kensington, MD 🗓️ Friday, March 20, 2026 ⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM (drop in anytime!) What to Expect: • Craft beer, seltzers & non-alcoholic options 🍺 • 90+ friendly 20s & 30s professionals • Casual, standing-room social vibe • Come solo or bring friends — most people show up solo! We’ll gather inside near the main taproom area. Look for the large group (you won’t miss us 😄). Looking forward to seeing everyone! — Aaron

Are you looking to make new friends in the DC area? This is it! Reserve your spot for free on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lgbtq-social-in-the-city-hotel-zena-tickets-1982265439290?aff=oddtdtcreator)**. Make new friends and meaningful new connections and do community building. Or just to unwind and enjoy extended happy hour. We are absolutely thrilled to announce that **[Hotel Zena](https://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/zena?gclid=CjwKCAjw9NeXBhAMEiwAbaY4lmNIGNhZ43UtLelRqLdCZsZ_eXi5gUulOWkczZ9-jBZcrF_XJTC2lxoC4rgQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds)**, an art-filled boutique hotel, is hosting Go Gay DC! Get ready for another gathering of members of the LGBTQ+ Community! About 20 LGBTQ+ folk are expected. We are gathering in Figleaf lounge located to the left of the main entrance. We will be in the back by the pool table. Arrive when it is convenient for you! Most attendees will likely arrive by 7:00 p.m. **Metro Directions:** Be eco-friendly. The hotel is located at 1155 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20005. The closest Metro station is McPherson Square. **[See a map](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Hotel+Zena,+a+Viceroy+Urban+Retreat/@38.9050701,-77.0315871,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x734a7f7109afbeb2?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwio7Yrx1dSBAxVolWoFHQUPA14Q_BJ6BAhnEAA&ved=2ahUKEwio7Yrx1dSBAxVolWoFHQUPA14Q_BJ6BAhxEAc)**. Use Metro Trip Planner: [https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/](https://www.wmata.com/schedules/trip-planner/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdGpIZGhiNnVBbDE5M3JvbAEeuhWmqw_N3p_FOJ2_Yq-5SF6I0pWlao_wznf3lEZ2-ILBc9NuFZDB-mg7Zp0_aem_KDRJar8HqyuVZ-9Q8EUtfQ) You're welcome regardless of where you live. This LGBTQ and Allies community-wide social provides everyone a chance to socialize, network, and share community spirit in a splendid setting. This event is being boosted by **[Go Gay DC](https://www.gogaydc.com/)**[,](https://www.gogaydc.com/) Metro Washington DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit [https://www.gogaydc.com](https://www.gogaydc.com/) At this exciting event, you'll even get to meet Go Gay DC's Founder, **[TJ Flavell](http://www.tjflavell.com)!** Fabulous people from all over the world are expected. Name tags will be provided. It's FREE to attend; cash bar. There will be a bartender on duty; cash or credit card is fine. Casual attire is fine; this will be a relaxing and fun time. The event is free to attend but registration is highly recommended to get in. Hotel Zena, an Urban Retreat By Viceroy, is where art, music, and design thrive. Part hotel and part art gallery that features work that celebrates the contributions and courage of women. Find us at the nexus of downtown DC and the 14th Street Corridor, close to DC’s most notable landmarks and museums. The 191 guest rooms and suites are soothing spaces with artful touches. The hotel is even offering a [Go Gay DC discount on a hotel stay](https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=9029&Chain=1003&arrive=2022-09-23&depart=2022-09-24&adult=1&child=0&promo=GOGAYDC)! Invite all your friends. This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. Go Gay DC is on social media: Join the Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoGayDC) Like the Facebook Page [https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC](https://www.facebook.com/GoGayDC) Follow on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC](https://www.instagram.com/GoGayDC) Follow on Threads [https://www.threads.com/@GoGayDC](https://www.threads.com/@gogaydc "https://www.threads.com/@gogaydc") Follow on Bluesky [https://gogaydc.bsky.social/](https://gogaydc.bsky.social/) Follow on X [https://www.x.com/GoGayDC](https://www.x.com/GoGayDC) Watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC](https://www.youtube.com/GoGayDC) LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/GoGayDC?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExN2tRNWxxbmJINDBLRjgyeHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6w6hV7nnd4_ib7hO4sGpsSn_cdXfPd75Bu3M7zmEi9Dl9TPCaWhdsOiMuyEg_aem_2P-pfs9FaQjn7QAvmFHriw) Search keywords: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex Straight Allies Non-binary

Approximately ***40 singles attend*** this event each month!! Come check it out!! Excellent Bible teaching and the opportunity to meet new Christian singles. **Happens every Third Friday from September through May.** This is announced in several places, therefore Meetup sign-ups do not reflect the total number of attendees. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Grace Singles - Third Friday - Potluck and Bible Study We will start at **6:45pm** with a potluck dinner followed by a Bible study. Topic for 2025-2026 is the Fruit of the Spirit: Sept 19 Love Oct 17 Joy Nov 21 Peace Dec 19 Patience Jan 16 Kindness Feb 21 Goodness March 21 Faithfulness April 18 Gentleness May 16 Self-Control Sign up to bring food at the following link: [https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1J8CrHuhkHnbeqHhwcLdQ26cWLjOSMxTKJitY6luY1MI/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1J8CrHuhkHnbeqHhwcLdQ26cWLjOSMxTKJitY6luY1MI/edit?usp=sharing) We will meet in **Room 430** (GraceKids West). Enter through the front (East door) and walk down the hall to the end. Room 430 will be on your left. Please invite your single friends to join us - all are welcome! The Grace Singles Leadership Team Location: Grace Community Church 8200 Old Columbia Rd Fulton, MD 20759 About Grace Singles: Grace Singles is affiliated with Grace Community Church but welcomes all singles from the church and beyond to our events. We are a group of singles aged 30+ who are living out God's purpose for our lives whether divorced, widowed, or never married. We seek to worship, pray, study the Word, encourage one another, build friendships, and serve in outreach ministries as a community. We look forward to meeting you! [https://grace.community/ministries/adults/singles/](https://grace.community/ministries/adults/singles/)

We are meeting up for dinner at G.O.A.T Room. Its metro-accessible. If Paneer Vindaloo, Gol Gappe, and Chole Bhature does not make your mouth water, ugh then *je ne sais pas!* Dress to impress. Cos u know, we are fancy-shmancy. and please, spread the love!! Here is the restaurant link: https://goatroomdc.com/

[Profs and Pints Northern Virginia](https://www.profsandpints.com/washingtondc) presents: **“The Power of Folk Horror,”** an exploration of an especially creepy subgenre in folklore and film, with Joshua Barton, lecturer in English at Virginia Commonwealth University and scholar of horror. [Advance tickets: $13.50 plus sales tax and processing fees. Available at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/arlington-folk-horror](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/arlington-folk-horror) .] What makes a horror film scare really stick with you? Sometimes, it’s not monsters or jump-scares but the eerie feeling that something ancient, something forgotten, is still lurking just under the surface. That’s the heart of folk horror, a subgenre that blends folklore, rural isolation, and rituals gone wrong. It takes the past—the truly forgotten past—and makes it come roaring back to bite us. Venture into the strange and fascinating world of folk horror with Joshua Barton, who has earned a big following among Profs and Pints fans with excellent past talks on cryptids, ghosts, movie monsters, and other things that go bump in the night. We’ll start by digging down to folk horror’s roots in classic British films like *The Wicker Man* and *Witchfinder General*, discussing how these stories introduced us to secretive villages, ominous woods, and old traditions that clash violently with the modern world. We’ll move on to explore how folk horror has reemerged in recent hits like *The Witch,* *Midsommar*, and *Lamb*. What ties them all together? The feeling that history isn’t dead; it’s just been waiting. Beyond the scares, this genre taps into something deeper. Folk horror asks what happens when we lose touch with our roots or when we get too close to them. It reflects fears about identity, nature, belief, and the things we can’t explain. And in an age of environmental anxiety, political division, and cultural upheaval, these stories are more relevant than ever. By the end of the lecture, we’ll see that folk horror goes beyond surface-level eeriness. It’s a mirror for our collective anxieties and a reminder that the past is never as far away as we think. (Doors: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. Talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image by Canva.

**Spring Coed Kickball Newbies Open Play 3** **Sunday\, March 22nd \| 1:00pm \- 4:00pm** Henson Creek Park/5601 Temple Hills Rd. Camp Springs, MD 20748 Sunday is kickball day and we're inviting everyone to come out and learn how to play coed kickball at our Newbies Kickball Open Play. All skill level players are welcomed and participants will learn how to kick, catch and run. Please make sure you dress in play clothes and prepare to have fun! *We will also have two more open plays: March 22nd \| March 29th* **OPEN PLAY IS FREE WHEN YOU RSVP AT WWW.GOOMBAY.NET** ***Click the direct link to sign up:*** http://goombaydc.leagueapps.com/events/4943896-spring-coed-kickball-newbies-open-practice-3-2026 **__________________________**  **League Information:** If you're interested in playing in our upcoming Spring Coed Kickball League, go to www.Goombay.net and register as a Free Agent or Team Player if you already know which team you're playing with. The cost is $90 for the season and the league begins on Sunday, April 12th at Tucker Road Sports Complex. Games are 50 minutes and each team will play 7-8 games (1-2 games per week). **For more information contact Butch at (202)210-1957 or Godwin at (240)476-2224**

*please only rsvp if you can join us as our party size is limited and the restaurant needs a definitive headcount* Join us Friday, March 20 at Greenhouse Kitchen + Bar as we celebrate the arrival of the new spring season with an unforgettable night of music, energy, and elevated nightlife. 📍address: 2070 Chain Bridge Rd, Vienna, VA 22182 🎵💃Expect great vibes, beautiful people, and a packed dance floor all night long with great music! food and drinks available for purchase. menu is [here](https://www.greenhousetysons.com/dinner) Reservation is under "Dina" for our table. Dress Code: Business Casual/Upscale, strictly enforced. see you there! 💗⭐️

Join us in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) by riding your bicycle along any one of several segments between Harpers Ferry and Wilmington, Delaware, from March 22 through April 2. The rides range in length between 16 mi and 41 mi, traveling on packed gravel of the C&O towpath, level off-street paved multi-use trails, and paved roadways. The following are some, but not all of the trips that are open for registration by using the AMC Outdoor connector website, [https://activities.outdoors.org](https://activities.outdoors.org). Search for events by choosing the Potomac Chapter or AMC 150 as Program Type. 3/23/26, Whites Ferry to Great Falls 21 mi 3/27/26, National Mall to Hyattsville 14 mi 3/30/26, W.B.A Trail from Bowie to Baltimore Harbor 25 mi 3/31/26, Greenway Trail from Baltimore Harbor 16 mi 4/1/26, Baltimore to Havre De Grace 41 mi 4/2/26, Perryville Maryland to Wilmington Delaware 40 mi [About the AMC 150th Relay](https://www.outdoors.org/AMC150/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=sfmc&utm_campaign=May+2025+VR+Newsletter&utm_content=5/15/2025&utm_term=https%3a%2f%2fwww.outdoors.org%2fAMC150&email_audience=Volunteers%20AMC%20-%20Auto%20Refresh): Since 1876, AMC has connected people to the outdoors through recreation, education, and conservation. In 2026, we celebrate 150 years of that legacy with the AMC 150th Relay—a 1,500-mile journey from Virginia to Maine. Each leg of the relay contributes to a continuous route across the Northeast, showcasing the diversity of AMC’s outdoor legacy. Join the celebration by participating in a relay segment, attending a local event, or sharing your AMC story. Together, we’ll honor the past and shape the future of outdoor adventure.

**Save the date:** the Firefly House invites you to join us in-person for our celebration of Ostara the afternoon of March 21st at Lake Accotink Park in Springfield, VA. This is one of our few metro inaccessible locations, so if you need a ride, **[check out our carpool sheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zadmV8M6J4uEPqBARfoOZfeGlMH8dSmBVxIel_W2h1I/edit?usp=sharing)**. Here's a rough schedule for the day: \* 12:00PM - Begin to gather at the park and setup the seed swap. \* 12:30PM - Spring Awakening Walk - enjoy a walk around Lake Accotink park to witness and revel in the burgeoning season. \* 1:45PM - Ritual preparations \* 2:00PM - Ritual begins \* 2:40PM (ish) - Potluck begins So, if you don't want to worry about the Spring Awakening Walk, you don't have to arrive at noon. Those involved with the ritual should arrive around 1:15PM if at all possible. With respect to that feast, we'd love it if you bring a dish to share! **[Let us know what you're bringing here](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ChUMS-c5faAeo1lJoZYV6yk8qn9hEF2hpHq6qj-6dhE/edit?usp=sharing)**. \*\*\* Image by [HeungSoon](https://pixabay.com/users/heungsoon-4523762/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=7889717) from [Pixabay](https://pixabay.com). \*\*\* The Firefly House seeks to provide a friendly, safe environment in which all participants can engage in productive dialogue, sharing, and learning with each other in an atmosphere of mutual respect. We are committed to providing a harassment-free environment for all, regardless of gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body type, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or technology choices. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact the host.

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

Younkin Branch Library (Ashville) meeting space is now reserved for any and all interested in or enthused by playing a game of chess. The second Thursday of each month, 6:00pm to 7:50pm. First gathering is Thursday, May 11th. No fees. Chess sets provided; however, you may bring your own if you wish.

Join us as we get together for a Discount Tuesday / Choose Your Movie event to see your choice of the top-reviewed indie drama TOW or the action-comedy-horror THEY WILL KILL YOU! A winner either way! Here are details, trailer and plan for this event: TOW: This drama follows a homeless Seattle woman who fights her way out of tow-company hell to reclaim her life and the car that held it all together after receiving a tow bill for $21,634. The film is directed by Stephanie Laing and stars Rose Byrne, Dominic Sessa, Demi Lovato, Ariana DeBose, Octavia Spencer, Simon Rex, Elsie Fisher and Corbin Bernsen. Tow premiered to rave reviews at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival where critics declared, “Tow is a winner” and called the film “a story of perseverance, heart, and real fight, the kind of small human story we see less frequently these days, but need now more than ever!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiUtqgeDVI8 THEY WILL KILL YOU: A woman takes a job as a housekeeper in a NYC high-rise, unaware of the building's history of disappearances. She soon realizes the community is shrouded in mystery. The film is directed by Kirill Sokolov and Zadie Beetz, Myha'la, Paterson Joseph, Tom Felton, Heather Graham, and Patricia Arquette. The film is being released immediately following its premiere at this year’s SXSW Festival earlier this month. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYqQPiXpi4w PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing of both films and will meet in the upstairs lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! Once showtimes are announced, advance ticket purchase via the GFC website is advised! Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan