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We will be participating in a trivia night event at Ballston Local in Arlington on Monday. Trivia starts at 7 pm. The location is in proximity to the Ballston Metro Station if you plan on taking public transportation. Parking: There may be free street parking in the nearby residential neighborhoods (perhaps between Wilson and Carlin Springs). Otherwise, paid street or paid parking garage (Ballston Quarter Mall is a garage a few blocks away). Maximum number of members on a team is 6. To ensure you get a spot on a trivia team: * Please arrive by 6:45 PM, or notify the hosts that you are running late by 6:45 PM. If you arrive after 6:45 or don't notify the hosts, you are not guaranteed a spot on a trivia team and may need to form your own, separate team. * Please RSVP so we know to expect you. Don't be like Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn from Wedding Crashers and crash a trivia event. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- If you have Instagram, you can check out our account at asiandiningandadventuregroup for photos and announcements of group outings!

Join us for a fun experience with conveyor belt sushi and robots that serve drinks at **Kura Revolving Sushi Bar** (Tysons location)! ***NOTE: We'll be seated in 3 groups of 4 people. Each group will have their own tab - and should be able to split the bill using the ordering tablet. In the event that is not the case, please be prepared to calculate / split the tab with your table group (include 10% tax plus 20% tip). While some may be inclined to tip less due to the high tech nature of this experience, please be mindful that tips are shared between the restaurant and kitchen staff. Thanks in advance for your consideration.*** ***Patch:*** Shoppers at Tysons Corner Center may be familiar with the revolving sushi bar on the lower level of the mall. Just minutes away from the mall, there's a standalone restaurant serving sushi and other Japenese dishes moved by a conveyor belt and drinks delivered by robots. Kura Sushi is a Japanese restaurant concept established in Japan in 1977 and expanded to the U.S. in 2008. The restaurant brand helped establish the revolving sushi concept, which features sushi plates circulated around the restaurant by conveyor belt. There's also an express belt where kitchen staff can send dishes customers order by tablet at their table. The menu features over 140 Japanese dishes free of artificial sweeteners, seasonings, preservatives and coloring. One of the restaurant brand's technological features has been drink orders delivered by Kur-B the KuraBot robot. Staff typically receive orders, place beverages on the robots and program it to deliver to a specific table. Diners place orders directly on the tablet at their table and check out on their mobile phone. The restaurant offers prizes once certain numbers of dishes are ordered. These prizes could include keychains, cable protectors and stickers. The prizes are usually available for purchase at the restaurant while supplies last. Diners can also join the Kura Sushi Rewards program, which provides a $5 reward for every $50 spent, allows diners to see live wait times, join the waitlist remotely, and receive special promotions. The restaurant brand has hundreds of locations in Japan, Taiwan and the U.S. The Tysons location is the 40th U.S. location and was the first in Virginia. Check out Kura menu [here ](https://kurasushi.com/menu/) **WAITLIST:** Meetup does not allow a waitlist for paid events. If this event fills and you are interested in adding your name to the waitlist, please send host a message through the app. To enhance the opportunity for great conversation, we would like to keep the group small. Please feel free to sign-up to meet us along with up to 2 friends. In the future, we will vary the days of the week, geography and the cost of restaurants so that we can attract many different types of diners. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ARE COMMITTED TO GO WHEN YOU RSVP FOR THIS EVENT. In the event our group incurs a fee for no-shows / late cancellations, your ability to RSVP for future events will be restricted. Thank you in advance for your understanding.Feel free to make suggestions for future meet locations. All diners will have their own tab to avoid any confusion. \*\* The small non-refundable registration fee helps us share the cost associated with Meetup platform ($360/year) and reduces the likelihood of no-shows, allowing us to better plan our events and accommodate attendees. Thank you in advance for your understanding!\*\* If you are unable to join us in June, we hope you'll stay interested and join us for a meal in the future. Looking forward to seeing you at Kura in Tysons!

Sometimes life seems ordinary and we struggle to find meaning and purpose. Buddhist meditation provides a creative inner approach to transcending this ordinariness. Mahamudra tantra is Buddha's ultimate intention - a gateway to unparalleled peace and clarity. From this perspective, our life becomes an extraordinary inner journey. **REGISTRATION** Standard: $12 \| Financial Hardship: $6 \| Free for [Members](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/) [Pre-Register Here](https://meditation-dc.org/monday-evening-meditation/) Each class is available by drop in. Everyone is welcome to attend, no previous experience is required. **LOCATION** Kadampa Meditation Center DC 1200 Canal St\. SW \| Washington\, DC 20024 **Metro Stop:** Waterfront or Navy Yard

Let's go deeper! More than just a fun aerobic exercise, immerse yourself in the cultural roots of Brazilian movements and stir in the contemporary expression of dance Flavia Nascimento is top trained Brazilian dancer helping others explore the Afro Diaspora of Brazil through movement and music. Join the class to lift your heart rate and elevate your spirit. $20

What’s on your summer bucket list this year? Come share your ideas, hear everyone else’s, and maybe discover a few things you didn’t even know existed. The best part? Some of these ideas may turn into future group meetups. ATTENDANCE POLICY: To keep this group running smoothly and ensure that spots are available for those who genuinely want to attend, please RSVP only if you are confident you can make it. If you RSVP “Yes” and do not attend without updating your RSVP in advance, you may be restricted from attending future events for a period of time. We understand that things come up. If you can no longer attend, simply update your RSVP as soon as possible so your spot can be offered to someone on the waitlist. Repeated no-shows will result in removal from the group. Thank you for respecting everyone’s time and helping us maintain a reliable and engaged community. SUPPORT THINKERS AND DRINKERS: Thinkers and Drinkers International is a registered 501(c)7 nonprofit organization. We work hard to create an organization that adds value to our communities while keeping membership free for all. If you find value in what we’re doing, please consider donating through Patreon: [https://www.patreon.com/thinkers](https://www.patreon.com/thinkers) CONNECT: Instagram: @ThinkersDrinkersInternational Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/thinkersdrinkersinternational/](https://www.facebook.com/thinkersdrinkersinternational/) Podcast: [https://www.spreaker.com/user/thinkersdrinkersinternational](https://www.spreaker.com/user/thinkersdrinkersinternational) Email: ThinkersDrinkersInternational@gmail.com

This Glimpse of Indochina is the perfect adventure for all travellers who wants to explore every piece of South East Asia. Head to Vietnam, the land of the blue dragon where it landed in Halong Bay and made this place a Wonder of Nature’s World. Boat the sampan through the mighty Mekong Delta and see Vietnam’s countryside. Then explore the magnificent and jaw-dropping temples of Angkor Wat. Cut loose in Bangkok, a frenetic wonderland of tuk-tuks and delicious food. Finally, have a pinch of Luang Prabang in Laos, the most chilled-out country, where time stops. Experience the highlights of every country you visit, be friends with local people along the way you go, and reward yourself with all the memories collected. Top it all, by choosing this tour you will contribute to the local community. Highlights Visited Places: Hanoi Halong Bay Ho Chi Minh Siem Reap Bangkok Luang Prabang Travel Experience: Local cuisine Local cooking experience Cycling Cruising at Halong Bay Ancient Temples Floating Villages & lakes Local Villages and Waterfall Tour Start Hanoi, Vietnam Tour End Luang Prabang, Laos Destination Vietnam / Cambodia / Thailand / Laos Itinerary Day01 Vietnam - Hanoi Arrival Day02 Vietnamese Countryside Day03 Cruising To The Natural Wonder Of The World Day04 Ho Chi Minh Day05 Ho Chi Minh sightseeing Day06 Maze of Cu Chi Tunnels Day07 Ho Chi Minh - Siem Reap Day08 Ancient Temples Of Khmer Day09 Floating Villages of Tonle Sap Lake Day10 Siem Reap - Bangkok Day11 Temples of Bangkok Day12 Bangkok - Free day Day13 Bangkok - Luang Prabang Day14 Local Villages and Khuangsi Waterfall Day15 Luang Prabang For the detailed itinearary and to reserve your seat follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/indochina-15-days-vietnam-cambodia-thailand-laos/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/indochina-15-days-vietnam-cambodia-thailand-laos/) Price: $3990 Inclusions: Price Includes 14 nights hotel accommodations 14 Breakfasts 4 Lunch 1 Dinner Experienced English speaking guide Air-conditioned bus or private cars for the excursions Flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh (20 kg luggage per person) Flight from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap (20 kg luggage per person) Flight from Siem Reap to Bangkok ( 20 kg luggage or more) Flight from Bangkok to Luang Prabang ( 20 kg luggage or more) All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary Tissues and water on coach Service charges and government tax Price Excludes * Flights * Any meals unless specified above * Personal Expenses * Travel insurance * Tips *** Questions? Text / Call: 2023787696 Himanshu Organizer

Join the Leh-Ladakh adventure on this trip to India. This trip will make you fall in love with Ladakh with your visit to the land of an incredible blend of mountains, forests, deserts, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and more in just a week. Leh Ladakh resembles Tibet in terms of topography and culture and you wouldn’t want to miss its barren lands, High Mountain passes, and unique customs. Located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. The region is known for its breathtaking scenery, snow-capped mountains, clean ice lakes, and winding roads. The ancient Buddhist monasteries, largely tucked in the mountains and dating back thousands of years, add to its outstanding beauty. The journey to one of the most magnificent and dynamic landscapes on the planet, with most of the world’s highest motor-able crossings and the breathtaking splendor of snow-capped mountains, provides you with once in a lifetime experience. Highlights Visited Places: * Delhi * Leh * Shanti Stupa, Leh Market, and Leh Palace * Gurudwara Pathar Sahib * Indus valley and Zanskar * Nubra Valley via Khardung La pass * Diskit monastery * Pangong Tso Lake * Thiksey monastery and Shey Palace Travel Experience: * A unique fusion of culture and nature with the best experience * Explore the stunning looking Himalayan peaks * Explore Diskit monastery, some marvelous lakes like Pangong Tso Lake and Khardung La pass * Relish the amazing Camel ride and lovely Hundar Valley Tour Start Delhi Tour End Delhi Destination India Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 6pm • Return: Day07 anytime after 6pm Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (New Delhi) Meeting Point * The group meets at the arrival airport or at the hotel on Day01. * More details will be provided via group chat on WhatsApp Itinerary Day01 Delhi Day02 Delhi - Leh Day03 Leh Sightseeing Day04 Nubra valley - Khardung la pass Day05 Diskit Monastery - Pangong Tso Lake Day06 Pangong Tso Lake - Leh Day07 Leh - Delhi —————————————————————— For a detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat, follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/india-leh-ladakh-adventure/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/india-leh-ladakh-adventure/) Cost: $2,590 pp Inclusions Price Includes * All airport transfers * Flight fare from Delhi-leh-Delhi * Accommodation on twin sharing basis * All required permit and entrance fees * Meals (breakfast and dinner) * Guided sightseeing as per the itinerary * Welcome/Farewell Dinner * All applicable taxes and service charges Price Excludes * International Flights * Meals (other then mentioned above) * Personal Expenses * Tips and gratuities * Transfers other then mentioned in the Itinerary (available at extra cost) * Travel insurance / Visa Questions? Text / Call: 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Start and end in Rome! With this bucket list Europe coach tour taking in some of the continent’s most famous sights, including Paris, Rome, Venice, Tuscany, and Florence. You even have the option of visiting the Vatican City and heading up to the highest train station in Europe in the shadow of Switzerland’s Jungfraujoch. And that’s not all… with stops in Germany’s Rhine Valley and Amsterdam. Get ready for an adventure. Signup here: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/best-of-europe-13-days-italy-austria-germany-switzerland-france-netherlands-belgium/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/best-of-europe-13-days-italy-austria-germany-switzerland-france-netherlands-belgium/) Highlights Places covered: * Conquer Rome with your tour leader * Travel into the heart of Venice on an orientation tour * Marvel at the scenery along Brenner Pass * Visit Innsbruck; a beautiful Austrian city * Explore Munich; capital of Bavaria * Enjoy dinner and drinks in a traditional German beer hall * Cruise along the Rhine River * Indulge in a wine tasting in the Rhine Valley * Visit the iconic windmills * Enjoy a local cheese and clogs demonstration in the Netherlands * Cruise along Amsterdam’s canals * Visit Ghent; a beautiful medieval city in Belgium * Discover the beauty of Paris on a driving tour * Enjoy a lunch stop in Burgundy; France’s famous wine region * Marvel at the views on a scenic Swiss mountain drive * Lunch stop at idyllic Lake Como * Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa * Discover Florence with a local guide ——————————————————— Itinerary Day01 Rome Day02 Rome - Venice Day03 Innsbruck - Munich - Bavaria Day04 Bavaria - Rhine Valley Day05 Rhine Valley - Amsterdam Day06 Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris Day07 Paris: Free Day Day08 Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps Day09 Swiss Alps: Free Day Day10 Lake Como - Pisa - Tuscany Day11 Tuscany - Florence - Rome Day12 Rome: Free Day Day13 Rome —————————— For the detailed itinerary follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/best-of-europe-13-days-italy-austria-germany-switzerland-france-netherlands-belgium/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/best-of-europe-13-days-italy-austria-germany-switzerland-france-netherlands-belgium/) Price: $3990 (Double Occupancy) $4990 (Single Occupancy) Inclusions Price Includes 12 nights’ accommodation Breakfasts at the hotel 6 dinners All taxes and fees Modern air conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) Guided tour Price Excludes Flights Meals Personal Expenses Optional activities Travel insurance / Visa Tips ————————————————— Questions? Text/ Call: 2023787696 - Himanshu Organizer

Come the whole time or if you just spend 30 minutes. All are welcome. You are welcome and encouraged to bring your own coloring supplies but, if you don't have any, I will have plenty and am happy to share! (coloring books, colored pencils, and markers). Part of the mission of this group is to provide us an opportunity to check out AND SUPPORT local businesses. So, please don't bring any outside food/drinks and, while purchasing something isn't at all a REQUIREMENT to participate in the event, I do strongly encourage you to try something from the vendor :) I look forward to seeing and meeting you there! ***\*\*DISCLAIMER*\*\*** Photos may be taken during the event to be shared here on Meetup so feel free to let me know if you'd like to be excluded from them.

Get in on the culture! Swing Prime is in DC 😀go deeper into the culture of Bahia both members will talk about the cultural significance of the music and the movement Learn about the drums, the distinct techniques of playing and more. $25

Let's enjoy a delicious Egyptian lunch! From the beginning, Fava Pot kept their eyes on the prize: serving the best of healthy, home-style Egyptian cuisine in an atmosphere that would make their customers feel like they were amongst a family. They do this by sourcing high-quality ingredients to cook their authentic meals. That means serving locally sourced foods such as chicken and game hens that are antibiotic-free and succulent meats that are grass-fed. And they also offer what more and more of our customers were asking for: delicious vegetarian and gluten-free options. Their motto has always been Eat Healthy for a Good Cause -through every purchase you make, they give back to Egyptian orphans in need. There is lots of free parking!

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

Grab a drink or some food and get to know each other. This is our first event and we can take it slow. I’d love to meet everyone and hear if there’s anything you like to get out of the group. Looking forward to meeting you all!

Join Bold Spirit Travel for an all-women’s journey through the [heart of Provence. ](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/journeys-1/south-of-france-provence-2026) From charming villages and bustling markets, to lavender fields and coastal cliffs, this adventure blends history, art, food, and stunning landscapes. Your base is a boutique hotel in Aix-en-Provence, the perfect hub for exploring southern France. *\*We can only take 10 women on this trip.* **Highlights** * **Aix-en-Provence** – stroll cobbled streets, browse colorful markets, and enjoy lively cafés. * **Marseilles** – tour its historic basilica and meet traditional soap makers. * **Arles & Wine Tasting** – explore Roman ruins and sip wines at Mas Valériole estate. * **Lavender Fields** – capture the beauty of Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque. * **Cassis & the Calanques** – enjoy seaside scenery and an optional boat ride. * **St. Rémy** – wander the vibrant market and visit Van Gogh’s former monastery. * **Les Baux-de-Provence** – experience the dazzling immersive light show. * **Cabrières-d’Avignon** – discover lavender’s artistry at the Lavender Museum. **What's Included:** * 6 nights in a boutique hotel (shared occupancy; private upgrades available). * Expert Bold Spirit tour leader plus bilingual local guides. * Meals as listed in the itinerary. * Private ground transportation. * Pre-trip support: Zoom call, WhatsApp group, and packing guidance. **Why Travel With Us?** This Provence adventure is designed for women who love travel, culture, and connection. You’ll share meals, explore iconic sites, and enjoy the slower pleasures of the French countryside—with expert guidance and community every step of the way. **Pricing:** * **Trip Cost:** USD 5,885 * **Deposit:** USD 700 non-refundable (secures hotels and guides) Get in touch with us to set up a call and learn [more](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/journeys-1/south-of-france-provence-2026). Contact:[ https://www.boldspirittravel.com/contact](https://www.boldspirittravel.com/contact)

How do we recover from having had a toxic or narcissistic ex? How do we move on from the past, especially something as traumatic as a divorce or breakup? How do we avoid anxiety and depression? How do we have more self esteem? In this meeting, you will learn the mental health secrets to help you quickly get over the past and heal your mind. 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 created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

This is a free in-person meeting. Let's talk about relationships in such a way that you can really benefit from the knowledge. We can talk about * Soulmates * How to start a relationship * How to maintain a relationship * How to pick the right partner * How to recognize the red flags * How to improve communication * How to avoid argument and fights * How to increase trust You ask the questions, we'll talk about them. 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 sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.