Interior Design

**The Sound Spa Immersive Experience with Dr. Ivy Shadiah** *Enter the Sound. Reset the System. Remember the Self* Experience a transformational nervous system reset designed to restore emotional balance, release accumulated stress, awaken manifestation energy, and guide participants into profound states of peace, clarity, and bliss.Through the sacred integration of **Sound Vibronics®**, **Sonic Mindstreaming®**, breathwork, and vibrational resonance, participants enter a restorative sonic environment where the body softens, the mind quiets, and the soul remembers its natural harmony. This is not simply relaxation. It is **neurological restoration**, **emotional renewal**, and **conscious creation**. Participants experience: * Deep nervous system regulation * Release of anxiety and energetic overload * Reconnection to inner vision and purpose * Expansion of creativity and manifestation capacity * Moments of pure vibrational bliss and sacred stillness The Sound Spa is where healing meets frequency… where stress dissolves… and where dreams begin to reorganize into reality. Fri., May 1st, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Held at Meditation Museum, 9525 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD. Free Event – Register at: https://shorturl.at/6BH34

Friday night Greenbelt International Folk Dancing has gone "virtual". As we all practice good social distancing, many in our folk dance community are feeling the absence of our usually scheduled local dances. In response, please join us for the Greenbelt Virtual Folk Dance Session. Let’s keep dancing! • Connect and dance in our own homes • Watch hosts leading familiar dances • See each other; listen and dance to our favorites How: We will be using the ZOOM video conferencing app to share music and live videos of the leaders and each other. This can be used on a desktop, laptop, or smartphone. What to Expect: Your hosts are Linda Mansdorf, Vita Hollander, Ben Hole, and John Robinson. Collectively they will play 25-30 dances, which should approximate the number of dances normally done on a Friday night in-person event. The hosts will do a quick teaching or demonstration of the steps to some of the dances that may be less familiar to you or just as a refresher, but the session is not designed as a workshop, so the majority of the evening will be spent playing dances that many of us already know and love to do. How To Join Us: Each week we will send an email with the Zoom Meeting link ID. Make sure John Robinson knows you would like to receive this email with the link. John's email address for Info: j_srobinson@verizon.net. https://www.facebook.com/GreenbeltInternationalFolkDancing/ Co-sponsored by the Folklore Society of Greater Washington

[Book Your Classes by Clicking This Link! ](https://crowndancestudio.com/group-classes/) Finish your week strong with a dance instruction that blends technical skill with pure social joy. This Friday session is a favorite for single moms and retirees to practice their new moves, and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere before the weekend begins. We make it easy for every student to stroll across the dance floor with some American Smooth from **11 AM to 12 PM.** Price: $25 Drop-in / Membership **DOES NOT** include this class!

**A live band experience by Five Strings 🎤🎸** **From Sufi soul to Bollywood anthems 🕊️🎵** **DMV’s longest-running live band series 🔥** **Imagine this—** **Live Bollywood hits, right in front of you 🎶** **A crowd singing every word in chorus 🗣️❤️** **An electric, feel-good vibe all around ⚡** **Stunning ambiance ✨** **Smooth hookah 💨** **Finger-licking food 🍢** **Top-shelf drinks 🍸** **And then… the night turns up 🪩🔥** **DJ Rahull takes over at 10PM for the afterparty 🎧** **Live band guests stay — no extra ticket needed 🎉** **Use the link buy your tickets. Let's all meet up here should be fun!** **A live band experience by Five Strings 🎤🎸** **From Sufi soul to Bollywood anthems 🕊️🎵** **DMV’s longest-running live band series 🔥** **Imagine this—** **Live Bollywood hits, right in front of you 🎶** **A crowd singing every word in chorus 🗣️❤️** **An electric, feel-good vibe all around ⚡** **Stunning ambiance ✨** **Smooth hookah 💨** **Finger-licking food 🍢** **Top-shelf drinks 🍸** **And then… the night turns up 🪩🔥** **DJ Rahull takes over at 10PM for the afterparty 🎧** **Use the link to buy your ticket that should be so much fun. Let's all go together!** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dmv-mehfil-bollywood-symphony-by-five-strings-darna-lounge-tickets-1987033206811?aff=erelexpmlt](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dmv-mehfil-bollywood-symphony-by-five-strings-darna-lounge-tickets-1987033206811?aff=erelexpmlt)

Gently flow to release the week's stresses, then deeply stretch with the yin and restorative yoga in an accepting, calm environment enhanced with candlelight and the aromatherapy of essential oils. Leave feeling relaxed, refreshed, restored and ready for what the weekend has in store for you! Class is 75 minutes. The session is offered InStudio only. **Sign up at www.piesfitnessyoga.com required at least two hours before class begins.** The address is 1322 Prince St. Alexandria, VA 22314. Our entrance is located on the side of the building, parallel to West St. **Street parking is available and additional parking is located at Shiloh Baptist church, spaces 36,37,38,39.** The church is located across the street from the studio, on the corner of Duke St. and West St.

***THIS IS NOT AN AWG EVENT - BUT SOME OF OUR MEMBERS HAVE ATTENDED IN THE PAST.*** Super Early Bird Registration ($389) ends on 12/31. **WASHINGTON'S PREMIERE LITERARY EVENT!** The Washington Independent Review of Books presents the 13th annual Washington Writers Conference. Please join us for the premiere writers’ event in the DC area to network with fellow writers, learn from panels and workshops, and, most importantly, pitch directly to agents! [Find out more at our conference website.](https://www.washingtonindependentreviewofbooks.com/page/the-2026-washington-writers-conference) Join us at the [Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PA52HAjf3qyMeMmF9) (one block from the North Bethesda/White Flint Metro). Free parking with validation.

Our third annual Art in Daily Spaces opens on Friday, May 1st! 🎉 Join us for presentations by 10 artists, food, and a hands-on painting experience where you can create your own artwork. Come celebrate with us at the opening event and enjoy connecting with art in everyday life!

**LOCATION CHANGE as of APRIL 1, 2026:** **Body Grace has moved to 133 Maple Avenue East, 3rd Floor, above the Bear Branch Tavern.** Whether you're new to Insight meditation or an advanced practitioner looking for like-minded people to sit with, you're welcome to join us at our Sunday morning drop-in group, sponsored by the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. Insight meditation cultivates our natural wisdom and compassion. Meditation practice develops concentration, which allows us to calm and steady the mind. This class includes a 30-minute lightly-guided meditation, followed by a short talk and time for questions and discussion. The size of the group usually runs somewhere between 25-40 people in-person and between 12-25 online. Chairs are provided, or you may bring a sitting cushion or bench. You may also use the blankets and bolsters offered by the yoga studio. **We offer both in-person and online attendance.** To learn more about our topics and teachers, view our videos or **get the Zoom link**, visit our [class page](https://imcw.org/event/?eventId=735&utm_source=MeetUp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=vienna-drop-in).

**Advance reservations REQUIRED. Tickets/Info:** [https://www.internationalclubdc.com/Events/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=CA5507D9-B14F-495F-879D-F9602E8467E5](https://www.internationalclubdc.com/Events/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=CA5507D9-B14F-495F-879D-F9602E8467E5) Join us for a special private tour of the exterior architecture of the eastern end of the National Mall, culminating in a guided tour of the interior of Library of Congress. Imagine you had access to the world's largest library. Imagine what treasures lie in archives of tens of millions of books, manuscripts, audio recordings, films, sheet music and recordings, and maps dating back to the time of the Aztecs. But you don't have to imagine-it's all right here in DC at the Library of Congress! **Advance reservations REQUIRED. Tickets/Info:** [https://www.internationalclubdc.com/Events/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=CA5507D9-B14F-495F-879D-F9602E8467E5](https://www.internationalclubdc.com/Events/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=CA5507D9-B14F-495F-879D-F9602E8467E5) Started from Thomas Jefferson's personal collection of books accumulated over his lifetime on philosophy, science, and literature, the Library of Congress has long been go-to resource for the most powerful lawmakers in America, and its doors are open to you. The library houses 162 million items, including the largest rare book collection in North America. But it is more than just a library! The Library of Congress is also a concert venue with recorded sound collections spanning jazz, American theater, folk, ethnic, and pop. The library has commissioned hundreds of original musical works, including the Aaron Copland's masterpiece "Appalachian Spring." Our walking tour begins with the exterior architecture of the Union Station, Supreme Court, and culminates in an interior tour of the Library of Congress. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the mysteries hidden in America's premier house of knowledge! Please reserve your tickets early, as capacity is limited. **Advance reservations REQUIRED. Tickets/Info:** [https://www.internationalclubdc.com/Events/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=CA5507D9-B14F-495F-879D-F9602E8467E5](https://www.internationalclubdc.com/Events/EventDetails.aspx?EventID=CA5507D9-B14F-495F-879D-F9602E8467E5)

Nichole McDonald will cover many job search topics from her perspective as Vice President of Human Resources. She interviews the best candidates. **We want to be the best candidate who lands the quality job.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- At the end of this seminar/webinar, there will be a brief Christian story. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- IF YOU ARE NEW TO Career-Confidence.org and want to learn about us via our team, here are some videos that we have done. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to our channel and LIKE our videos. \-\-\-\-\-\- Career-Confidence.org, Laura Hamilton and Robert Brandau both long-time recruiters give you an overview. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R20iMmWWsas](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R20iMmWWsas) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Bruce, Silvia, and Mary Beth talk about the impact of Career-Confidence.org on their job search. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYtFRWzhKLo](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYtFRWzhKLo) \-\-\-\-\-\- Tim Jack, one of our current volunteers and attendees [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq-qfaDVDMU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq-qfaDVDMU) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Doris McMillon of our Board of Directors [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNmOi9TsYGs&t=10s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNmOi9TsYGs&t=10s) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Kim DeWitt Succinctly Talks about our Team [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHCEK11jD0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSHCEK11jD0) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Cecilia and Nate – 2 of our Alumni give an overview of Career-Confidence.org. perspective. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNstYHVnfAA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uNstYHVnfAA) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Sara's Experience with Career-Confidence.org - Surprise Ending – Pre-Covid [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEuKuvZyEYE&t=51s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEuKuvZyEYE&t=51s)

**Echoes of the Soul with Dee Gray & Patti Euler** *2-Day Mixed Media Collage Workshop* **\|** Saturday/Sunday, May 2-3 9:30 am–4:30 pm, ½ hour lunch break (both days) *Location:* Upstairs classroom (access stairs only) Join artists **Dee Gray** and **Patti Euler** (of The Queen's Ink in Savage, MD) for an immersive mixed-media collage workshop where intuition leads and creativity unfolds layer by layer. Explore composition, texture, layering and distressing techniques. **Your registration fee includes most of your materials:** portraits by **Gail Blair** of *PaperWhimsy*, vintage ephemera, handpicked papers, word banners and phrases, lace, ribbons, fabric leaves, paper frames, gold Dresden, gold leaf, matboard and an 8 in. x 10 in. gold frame. Learn more about this class, view your student supply list, and pay for your registration via Artistic Artifacts’ secure online website: **[https://artisticartifacts.com/products/echoes-of-the-soul-with-patti-euler-dee-gray](https://artisticartifacts.com/products/echoes-of-the-soul-with-patti-euler-dee-gray)** ________ Due to the size or other requirements of the class or concurrent scheduling, some classes are in our second-floor space: access is via stairs only. Registrations for all Artistic Artifacts classes MUST be paid for through our website at https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk, or via a visit to our shop at 4750 Eisenhower Avenue. We encourage you to RSVP here, but to ensure your seat you MUST follow through via our website. View our complete class policies » [https://artisticartifacts.com/pages/class-policies](https://artisticartifacts.com/pages/class-policies)

Join us for this exciting painting workshop in NOVA area. I am a [professional artist/university prof.](https://www.nataliyagurshmanpaintings.com/) and I will teach you ins and outs of palette knife painting. You will learn new techniques, and create a beautiful landscape painting to take home. No experience required, just desire to explore something new and meet other creatives. All of the art supplies are provided. Please [sign up at the link below.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/expressive-palette-knife-painting-tickets-1987758513222?aff=oddtdtcreator) **This is not a free event** https://www.eventbrite.com/e/expressive-palette-knife-painting-tickets-1987758513222?aff=oddtdtcreator I am looking forward to meeting everyone. Bring your friends and family.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

Let’s meet, wander the exhibits and open galleries, and enjoy an evening out in the Franklinton Arts District. (Nearby pay parking is available in the garage on McDowell, right around the corner from One Line Coffee, and, past it along the curb as McDowell dead ends.)

🌸 Mother’s Day deserves more than flowers 🌸 Join us for an elevated outdoor paint experience designed for creativity, connection, and unforgettable memories. ✨ Brushes & Brunch: Mother’s Day Garden Edition ✨ Beautiful garden vibes Brunch bites Signature refreshments Guided painting Soft music Luxury energy Whether you're celebrating your mother, your daughter, your friends, or simply honoring yourself — this experience is your invitation to slow down and create something beautiful. No painting experience needed — just bring your good energy. This is not your typical paint party. This is intentional. This is elevated. This is your moment. 🎟 Limited seating available to keep the experience intimate. Reserve your spot early https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brushes-brunch-a-curated-mothers-day-painting-experience-tickets-1987709930911

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12:45-3:45 p.m. in the Meeting Room, library lowest level, by the drinking fountain. 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!

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