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Girls Club WEDNESDAY MAY 27th RUN @Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) - D.C.
Girls Club MAY 27th WEDNESDAY “Weekly Run” @Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) Washington, D.C.
LADIES THIS IS A VERY RUNNING GROUP, PLEASE RSVP! Let's meet from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm on WEDNESDAY, MAY 27th for “Weekly Run” @Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) in -Washington, D.C! This is a very popular run!
PLEASE RSVP! We need RSVP 48-hours before the event to get a head count! We will all meet at 6:30PM at the Smithsonian for our weekly run!
\*\*REQUIRED\*\*Must be Ages: 20s-30s
\*\*REQUIRED\*\* RSVP Here!
\*\*REQUIRED\*\*Join Meetup Club Here: [https://www.instagram.com/arlingtondcgirlsclub/](https://www.instagram.com/arlingtondcgirlsclub/)
Girls-Club-20s-30s
What: Weekly Running!
Where: Smithsonian Metro (Mall Side) Washington, D.C.
When: Friday, MAY 27th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Train stations: Orange Line & Silver Line & Blue Line (Smithsonian Metro Train Stop) \*Mall Side
SUMMER is ALMOST HERE!!! CHEERS!!! :))
\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*Disclosure\*\*\*\*\*\*\*If it rains, we will reschedule for the following week!
ONLINE LIVE- Are you Brighter than a 6th grader? Trivia
**\*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT - [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix)**
Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register.
(\*Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so RSVP's shown are just a small % attending.
ABOUT:
Do you know more than 6th Graders! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live interactive trivia game (Categories will be History, English/literature, Geography, Science, Math, Potpori).
HOW IT WORKS:
You can attend via a computer & Webcam or Smartphone/Ipad/Tablet.
This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. In addition you get to meet and interact with other participants.
At game time, your host will read off Trivia questions. Your goal is to come up with the right answer to each question and write it down on your paper. Once the round is over (about 6 questions), we will go through the answers and determine who had the highest score for the round. They will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize at the end of the event.
We will have multiple rounds of play and have a system to also virtually introduce you to other participants.
HOW DO YOU FIND THE VIRTUAL ROOM:
After you purchase your ticket, you will get a confirmation with the zoom link ON DAY OF THE EVENT.
RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event.
**\*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT - [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix)**
Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register.
LGBTQ+ Activism @ Woman's National Democratic Club
Please register for free on **[Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1989326431909?aff=oddtdtcreator)** so we have an accurate guest count.
Help protect Democracy by volunteering. Join your friends at the [The Woman’s National Democratic Club](https://democraticwoman.org/welcome) (WNDC) for **Winning Wednesday**! We are laying the groundwork for huge wins this fall. We’ll be writing postcards to potential voters. Join us for camaraderie, door prizes, pizza and a cash bar as we work to get out the vote in key states.
Plan to arrive promptly by 6:00 p.m. When you arrive, let the front desk attendant know you are there for **Winning Wednesday**.
The WNDC is committed to creating a community and space where you can show up regularly with your friends and family members to take action to protect and expand democracy.
Casual attire is fine.
Feel free to invite all your friends to join you there.
Go Gay DC is proudly boosting this activity. Go Gay DC is Metropolitan Washington, DC's inclusive LGBTQ+ community focused on friendship, leadership, and service. It now reaches over 10K fabulous people and is growing fast. Visit [http://www.gogaydc.com](http://www.gogaydc.com)
**Metro Directions:** Be eco-friendly. Dupont Circle Metro station North exit on the Red line is the closest Metro stop.
There's no need to print out and show your Eventbrite ticket.
Please be sure to tag any event photos on social with #gogaydc
This event is a safe, inclusive space for everyone under the rainbow. This event is for all ages. Remember to bring your ID, as everyone who wishes to drink alcohol at the bar is carded of course.
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)
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=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExZG1DTnM0VnJybG83U3FWcnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR765Xxf5t8wFzbCac74QNX3p0Bs2oT0drXZoOmLV63J8cURMl3ta5b8iP3ztg_aem_nSdndpxd5-hXJ8myNF2_vQ)
Search tags: LGBT LGBTQ LGBTQI LQBTQIA Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Queer Intersex non-binary women two-spirit
Beer Garden & Board Games!
Best darn night ever! Lots of games. Even more laughs. Come and find out for yourself. New members or members who just haven't been out to a meetup are strongly encouraged to come.
All are welcomed!
OH, and Spider Kelly's has an awesome beer garden in the back. On nice nights, that's where will be.
Can't make this board game night? Good thing we do this EVERY Wednesday.
Other groups this event is posted to:
Fun Times in the DMV, Arlington 20's & 30's Shenanigans, Alexandria-Arlington Active & Awesome, What's Up Arlington, Ballston and Clarendon Singles Mingle Group, Arlington 30s/40s, and !Best Happy Hours in the DMV
GREEN HAPPY HOUR
To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link ([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-and-sustainable-environment-happy-hour-tickets-882772264607](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-and-sustainable-environment-happy-hour-tickets-882772264607)[). RSVPing only on the Meetup Page doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/green-sustainable-energy-environment-happy-hour-tickets-288764391067)
ABOUT THE EVENT
This Happy Hour is devoted to professionals in the Green, Sustainable Energy and Environment; to grow, interact, and learn from each other. It is designed to provide a professional environment to meet other professionals to broaden one's career. It is also for those interested in careers in the sector and are studying or intend to enter the dynamic world of green movement.
HOW IT WORKS : We will try to assign areas for each represented INDUSTRIES AND SPECIALIZATIONS; and will direct attendees to their respective tables accordingly. All are welcome! However we don't guarantee the availability of a partner in that particular experience, you would like to exchange. Space is limited and advance ticket purchase is required. PLEASE BRING A BUSINESS CARD.
***Ticket price includes a Taco and House Margarita/House Wine/House Beer. Cash Bar afterwards (which means you pay as you go). Our signature drink Mer-Tini will be featured too:) Ask your bartenders.***
\- Come one\, come all; YOU CAN FLY SOLO TOO:\) This is the most friendliest event you have ever attended\!
\- Feel free to invite your friends\. They don't necessarily have to be a member
\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in life with us\.
\- For bottle/table service email \(info@[merevents.co](http://merevents.co/)m) or text at (202) 368-1878.
\- Event is 21\+
Payment Instructions :
1\. You should login from a PC to see the 'Pay Now' button\, after RSVPing\. Then hit the button\.
2\. Verify correct dollar amount for number of people you're paying for\.
*3.* **If you don't have a Paypal account, proceed to the next page and scroll down to see "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card". Then turn off the button 'Save The Info and Create Your Paypal Account'*.***
4\. If you have a Paypal account\, simply log in\, and pay as you normally would via Paypal\.
How to Unblock the Pop-up Blocker on Your Phone
Many of our patrons advised us that they have a Pop-up Blocker on their iPhones and it hinders them from buying tickets. To unblock, please follow the following steps :
For Safari Users :
1\. Go to Settings\.
2\. Scroll down to Safari and click on it\.
3\. Select Block Pop\-ups and turn it off\.
For Google Chrome Users :
1\. Open Google Chrome\.
2\. Click on the three dots and you will see many options\.
3\. Click on Settings\.
4\. Scroll down to content settings\.
5\. Select Block Pop\-ups and turn it off\.
Refund & Ticket Resell Policy
All sales are final. We only refund the full amount, if the event is canceled. If it is rescheduled, we will send an email to ticket holders advising that. A full refund will be given to those that let us know within 2 calendar days of the update email, if you are unable to make it on the new date. No refunds will be given after that time.
However, you can sell your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend. Please, feel free to post in the comment box for the event, that you have a ticket for sale. Work out payment between yourselves, and have the seller only send the organizer a message letting us know the full name of the person taking your spot. You must let us know two hours before the RSVP close time, on the day of the event.
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Project GLOW Festival – Day 1 (Saturday) | DC Ravers Meetup
Project GLOW Festival – Day 1 (Saturday) | DC Ravers Meetup
DC’s biggest EDM weekend starts here.
Project GLOW returns to the RFK Festival Grounds for two full days of dance music, immersive art, and festival energy. Day 1 is all about exploring the grounds, meeting people, and diving into the full experience with the group. 
Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: RFK Festival Grounds, Washington, DC
Age: 18+ 
Tickets
Purchase individually through the official festival site / Insomniac. One-day and two-day options are available. 
What to Expect
• Multiple stages and major artists
• Full festival production, art, and energy
• A great day to explore and meet other members
• Flexible group plan: stay together or roam as you like
DC Ravers Plan
• Meetup point and timing will be posted in the comments
• Optional pre-meetup before entry
• Enter together or meet inside
• All are welcome, whether you’re going solo or with friends
Why Go
This is one of the biggest EDM weekends in DC all year. Day 1 is the perfect time to jump in, get oriented, and enjoy the full festival vibe with the group.
RSVP
RSVP here and comment if you’re going Saturday so we can coordinate.
Songkran Festival and Thai New Year Celebration
Event posted for your enjoyment - **ATTEND AND ENJOY ON YOUR OWN.**
Celebrate Thai New Year at our Songkran Festival with Thai food, cultural shows, Muay Thai, music, and family fun! Free ticket.
Get ready for the fun and excitement of Thai Songkran Festival 2026 💦🇹🇭
Join us as we celebrate the Thai New Year in a warm, festive atmosphere filled with delicious food, cultural performances, music, and fun activities for the whole family ✨
📍 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003
📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Highlights include:
🍜 Thai Street Food
🥊 Muay Thai
💃 Thai Traditional Performances
👑 Ms. Songkran
🎶 Live Music and more!
🎟️ Free Entry
🐾 Pet Friendly
Bring your family and friends and come experience the beauty, joy, and culture of Thailand with us at Songkran 2026 🙏💙
Project GLOW Festival – Day 2 (Sunday) | DC Ravers Meetup
Project GLOW Festival – Day 1 (Saturday) | DC Ravers Meetup
DC’s biggest EDM weekend starts here.
Project GLOW returns to the RFK Festival Grounds for two full days of dance music, immersive art, and festival energy. Day 1 is all about exploring the grounds, meeting people, and diving into the full experience with the group. 
Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: RFK Festival Grounds, Washington, DC
Age: 18+ 
Tickets
Purchase individually through the official festival site / Insomniac. One-day and two-day options are available. 
What to Expect
• Multiple stages and major artists
• Full festival production, art, and energy
• A great day to explore and meet other members
• Flexible group plan: stay together or roam as you like
DC Ravers Plan
• Meetup point and timing will be posted in the comments
• Optional pre-meetup before entry
• Enter together or meet inside
• All are welcome, whether you’re going solo or with friends
Why Go
This is one of the biggest EDM weekends in DC all year. Day 1 is the perfect time to jump in, get oriented, and enjoy the full festival vibe with the group.
RSVP
RSVP here and comment if you’re going Saturday so we can coordinate.
Live Music Night at Solace Outpost The Nonessentials Band!!
Hey Social Sips & Bites friends! 🎶🍹
One of our favorite bands is returning to Solace Outpost, and Social Sips & Bites is ready for another great night out!
Join us for live music, cold drinks, good food, and the kind of fun atmosphere that makes these nights unforgettable. The Nonessentialz always bring amazing energy, great songs, and a crowd that knows how to have a good time.
Come meet new people, hang with friends, sing along, and enjoy a fantastic night with the Social Sips & Bites crew.
https://www.thenonessentialz.com/
Signal Film Festival
The Signal Film Festival at Silver Branch Brewing Company is dedicated to the power of short-form storytelling, showcasing films up to 10 minutes in length across narrative, documentary, animation, and more. Benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter, the Signal Film Festival is dedicated to unique cinematic voices that cut through the static to deliver compelling, impactful, and innovative stories.
Admission is FREE, seating is limited and on a first come first serve basis.
The Festival takes place in-person on May 31, 2026 the Silver Branch Brewing Company from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. The address is 8401 Colesville Road #150, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
PARKING: Paid parking available one block away at the county's Cameron Street Garage on 8530 Cameron Street (Better pricing than street or private parking.)
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Tentative Schedule:
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Doors Open & Networking
5:00 PM - 5:15 PM: Welcome & Opening Remarks
5:15 PM - 7:30 PM: Film Screenings
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Audience Voting & Awards Ceremony
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM: After Party & Networking at the Silver Branch Brewing Co.
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Visit [https://www.signalfilmfestival.com](https://www.signalfilmfestival.com/) to keep up to date.
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Awards & Prizes:
"Silver Branch Award" - Audience Favorite Film
"Arlyne Award" - Jury Award for Best Mini Film
"Howard Award" - Jury Award for Best Short Film
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For more information about the Signal Film Festival visit [https://www.signalfilmfestival.com](https://www.signalfilmfestival.com/).
To keep up with festival news and details follow us on social media:
Facebook - [facebook.com/SignalFilmFestival](facebook.com/SignalFilmFestival) -and- [facebook.com/groups/dcfilmmakers](facebook.com/groups/dcfilmmakers)
Instagram - [instagram.com/signalfilmfestival](instagram.com/signalfilmfestival)
Twitter - [x.com/signalfilmfest](x.com/signalfilmfest) -and- [x.com/brianfilms](x.com/brianfilms)
TikTok - [tiktok.com/@signalfilmfestival](tiktok.com/@signalfilmfestival)
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This event is supported by the Brian Frankel Law Firm, DC Filmmakers Group, Wheaton Film Festival, Silver Branch Brewing Company, and the Alzheimer’s Association National Capital Area Chapter.
Live Band Karaoke AND Contest [FREE BUT RSVP IS REQUIRED ON EVENTBRITE]
To secure your spot, RSVP on Eventbrite link for free ([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-band-karaoke-and-contest-tickets-650453934227](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-band-karaoke-and-contest-tickets-650453934227)). RSVPing only on the Meetup Page doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Embrace your inner diva and flaunt your vocals all night! Whatever you want to sing, we want to hear it. The whole group accompanies you when you sing and we will be your background singers.
Don’t sing, no problem. Sit back, relax and enjoy the show.
Need a little liquid courage? We have you covered. Before taking the stage, we’ll have plenty of drink specials. You’ll be sure to work up an appetite, so we will also feature food specials all night.
Grab your friends and get ready to be the star of the show.
Dress code : Weekend Casual
Event is free and 21+
* Come one, come all; YOU COULD FLY SOLO TOO:) This is the most friendliest event you have ever attended!
* Feel free to invite your friends. They don't necessarily have to be a member
* Ideal for either you are new in town or not, to make friends and acquaintances
* We will have a registration station and check you in.
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METRO & PARKING INFO :
Clarendon Metro Station is a block away.
Parking might be a challenge and the event involves drinking, we highly recommend you to get a shared ride or taxi service. DRINK RESPONSIBLY!
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Westerville Pride Festival
Westerville Pride Festival
Sat\. June 6\, 2026 \| 5 PM \- 8 PM
If you're thinking of attending, or being a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, visit our website at https://www.westervillequeercollective.org/pride for more information!
Location and other info will be announced soon :)
Fore!Fest after The Memorial!
MUSIC AND SPIRITS IN THE STREETS.
Rally your clan for a day celebrated the Dublin way at Fore!Fest - a street and music festival held at Bridge Park. Join us after the Memorial Tournament on Friday and take in a savory fare and funky sounds making for an evening of fun. [https://www.forefest.com/](https://www.forefest.com/?fbclid=IwAR3DXvJrHW2TbP0Qf1FRMtvWy0-ffrSdkfmhDGUqArnjDuBr3vJGLc8BYMg)
WHEN: 5-10PM (feel free to arrive early or stay late)
MUSIC: TBD. Always fun bands.
FREE. Food and drink for sale.
WEAR: Golf and casual summer attire is the norm here.
PARK in the garages.
NO SEATING (bring bag chairs if you want to sit).
ALTERNATE: Hang out at PINS in the complex.
Let's fest,
Michele




















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