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Comedy, Mingle and Drinks.
Calling all singles, couples, out of towners, co-workers or just people looking for things to do!
Come out and enjoy a comedy show in the lively Adams Morgan neighborhood. The show and meet up is at Mixxed in dc. Come to the show and stay after for drinks and mingle!
Tickets to the show - [https://tinyurl.com/TicketsMixxed](https://tinyurl.com/TicketsMixxed) .
Doors: 7:30PM and Show: 8:00PM - about an hour and a half long. Drink and food specials all night.
Tables, food and drinks are available at the venue (no item minimum)
Mixxed address: 2427 18th ST, NW DC.
3 Week Series - Level 1 West Coast Swing - Beginner / Basics 101
**West Coast Swing with Lara Deni**
**Where:** Deni Danzco Studio - 3408 Annandale Rd, Falls Church, VA
\*Max 10 people per cllass
**Thursday**
**7:00pm - Level 1 (no experience/beginner)**
**Cost: *$74/month*** \- Three classes per month in any one level
**Explanation of Levels**
* Level 1 (No Experience/Beginner) - 6 count Rhythm, Left and Right Side passes ), Starter Step, Connection, and a few other basics
###### Q&A
* Classes are 45min
* Exchange of another series or transfer to another person offered, but Only 72 hours before the first class of the series starts and No refunds offered
Zorba's Cafe near the Dupont Circle
Zorba's Cafe on Thursdays! We will be on the 2nd floor, or if the weather allows, we will be sitting outside at a table in the street. If you don't see anyone on the 2nd floor and the weather is favorable, it means we're sitting at the table in the street.
Уважаемые участники группы! Информация для тех, кто еще не посещал наши встречи - обычно подписывается меньше людей, чем приходит на встречу, "старожилы" привыкли к тому, что записываться необязательно, и просто приходят в любое удобное для них время с 5:30 до 8 часов. Так что не стесняйтесь, записывайтесь на встречу!
Welcome to the old venue! Old - since we used to get together at Zorba's Cafe for many years. Come to the 2nd floor.
1612 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20009
This is very close to Metro Dupont Circle station.
This is the same place where we got together every Thursday evening for many years before 2015.
Everyone is welcome, but please keep conversation in Russian only. For many of us, this is our only chance to practice our Russian. There are happy hour prices available.
Timing: Someone is usually there by 5:30, but it sometimes takes the organizers till 5:45 or so. If you get there first, please wait - we will be there! And people are usually there till at least 8. So if you can't make it right at the beginning, that is perfectly fine to arrive late!
RSVP's: I encourage you to RSVP. But please know that many people don't RSVP. So it may seem like only 3 people are planning to attend, but have no fear, we usually have a good-sized fun group! (And we almost always have newcomers. So if you are planning on coming for the first time, you most likely won't be the only one.)
Also, when the weather is nice we are frequently sitting outdoors. So if nobody is on the second floor, just look for the group speaking Russian at tables out on the street.
And to say again - we have often had only 3 or 4 people RSVP but have 15 or so show up. So don't worry about that.
See you there!
Questions? Check our FAQ (http://www.meetup.com/russki-razgovor-dc/pages/Frequently_Asked_Questions/) page.
MORE Women's Mountain Bike Ride at Cabin John
Join us for MORE Women's MTB Ride at the Cabin John Trails in Potomac, MD. Beginner-level riders are welcome and encouraged to join in the fun! A mountain bike in good condition and helmet are required.
**Sign up at Golden Volunteer here:** [https://x.gldn.io/e/jgkrtQUn21b](https://x.gldn.io/e/jgkrtQUn21b)
***Please do not sign up on Meetup! If you do, you won't be alerted if the ride is cancelled!***
**Meet** at 6:00 PM with wheels down at 6:10 PM.
We will not ride if the trails are wet or muddy. Check your email from Golden Volunteer in case the ride is cancelled due to weather/trail conditions.
**Description** \- The event is open for women age 18\+\. You must sign a waiver on the Golden Volunteer link\, wear a helmet\, and be able to comfortably ride your mountain bike\. We expect to ride about 4\-5 miles on single track natural surface trails\. Bring your mountain bike\, helmet\, and drinking water\. This ride is **not suitable for hybrid bikes**!
As space is limited, please update your RSVP if you cannot attend.
**And support your trails and join MORE! www.more-mtb.org**
**Where** – Meet at the parking lot for the Cabin John Group Picnic Area at 7701 Tuckerman Lane, Potomac, MD.
Follow Google Maps at:
https://goo.gl/maps/aumXoQnD2qAp3iNp9
Fast-paced small sided soccer
This game is located at the DC/Maryland Border in Silver Spring.
We'll use the Tennis or Futsal Court at Takoma Community Center where there are Night Lights shining on an enclosed arena. This area is enjoyable because it allows for more touches on the ball, with more movement around the field.
THIS IS ON A TENNIS COURT. WE DO NOT WEAR CLEATS. WE WEAR FUTSAL SHOES, TENNIS SHOES; ANYTHING WITH NO SPIKES. Pinnies and goals will be provided. Bring a ball if you have one.
We usually get 10+ more players not on meetup — we'll add those to whatever we get here and see if we can have a game.
More than competitive, we all want to play good futsal and make it fun and entertaining for all. No warm sided matches here — new and advanced players are welcomed. Here, we want to get active and have fun in the evenings after work
Upper West Side Events This Week
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😀♠️❤️ Friday Spades at Comma's in Downtown Silver Spring 😀♠️❤️
😀♠️❤️ A Spades Special - Cards in Downtown Silver Spring 😀♠️❤️
We are hosting another event in Downtown Silver Spring - at Comma's Food Hall inside City Place Mall.
😀 Enjoy a friendly night of Spades play, lots of laughs, and Friday fun.
♠️ Spades games will be the main event, from 6pm to 10pm!
🌯 Play cards, eat, drink, & socialize! Enjoy drink specials and variety of reasonably-priced restaurant options.
🌟 Get matched with a partner onsite. All skill levels are welcome.
The fun starts at 6pm!
🍷 Happy Hour Specials all night!
🎶 A Live DJ will be playing music all evening
🚗 Parking available in Ellsworth Garage (connected to the venue through the Skywalk)
📷 See the photo section for details
🌜Join us for a night of card play and fun times! 🌛
🙏🏿 We will also be honoring our friend, Tony, we recently lost in the Spades community. 🙏🏿
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Ed and Gail's Second Saturday Hustle/West Coast Swing Night with Lisa Schaupp!
Ed and Gail's Second Saturday Hustle/West Coast Swing Night
With Guest Instructor LISA SCHAUPP!
7:00-7:45 Beginner Hustle
7:45-8:30 Intermediate Hustle
8:30-11:00 Dance (West Coast Swing and Hustle with a sprinkling of other dance music)
$15
No partner necessary!
Opening Summer Reception at Katzen Museum at AU
The summer Katzen exhibitions are upon us! Join us as we gather socially and then stroll into the 3 floors of the museum. The activity starts at 6 pm with some light food and a cash bar. At around 7 we make our way around the following exhibits:
Upcoming Exhibitions
Opening June 13
A. Brockie Stevenson: An American Vision
Ghost in the Machine: Works by Timothy Makepeace
Where Water Keeps Time: Graphite Drawings by Janis Goodman
Susan Goldman: Prima Vista (pictured here)
Bonnie Lautenberg: ARTISTICA! Where Hollywood Meets Art History
Richard Dana: People, Places and Otherwise
Gail Rebhan: What Questions Do We Ask?
In Person: Shaping Your Own Destiny
Our True Self – Soul – has both a cherished legacy and a dramatic destiny. The
legacy is our unique talents, limitless creativity, and God’s unconditional love.
The destiny is an Eternity of growth, service, and joy as we apply our gifts to the
upliftment of all life.
How can we use the opportunities of this lifetime to unfold into our best and
highest self? How can we identify and refine our greatest gifts so that we can
begin living a more fulfilling and self-directed life today?
In this lively interactive session, we’ll explore:
Practical tips for fulfilling your destiny.
Techniques for welcoming more of God’s love into your life.
ECK teachings that reveal how to take the next step toward shaping your
future.
Guests will receive a free copy of the book, Love—the Keystone of Life, while
supplies last.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
A flyer for this event is available for you at:
https://eck-va.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Poster-for-June-14th-2026-
Love-the-Keystone-of-Life-Shaping-Your-Own-Destiny-Rev-2c.pdf
Friday Jazz Soirée - featuring pianist Mateusz Kolakowski
Join us for an evening of world-class jazz at The Kosciuszko Foundation Washington, DC Center as we celebrate our valued members with a special performance by internationally acclaimed Polish pianist Mateusz Kolakowski, presented by Robert Swistelnicki.
**Friday, June 12**
**6:30 PM**
**The Kosciuszko Foundation Washington, DC Center**
**2025 O Street NW, Washington, DC 20036**
A remarkable artist whose career spans prestigious concert halls and jazz festivals across Europe, the United States, Cuba, India, and Kenya, Mateusz Kolakowski is known for his extraordinary fusion of classical virtuosity and contemporary jazz innovation. His expressive improvisations, lyrical sensitivity, and dynamic artistry have captivated audiences worldwide.
Kolakowski has performed at renowned venues including The Knitting Factory in New York, The Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles, and the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, sharing stages with celebrated artists such as Stanley Jordan and collaborating with jazz legend Dave Liebman.
The evening will be hosted by Polish lyricist, composer, philosopher, and multi-instrumentalist Robert Swistelnicki, whose groundbreaking jazz-poetic projects have earned critical acclaim and recognition as some of the most innovative contributions to contemporary Polish jazz.
Wine and refreshments will be served.
Tickets
**• $25 General Admission for Non-Members [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/friday-jazz-soiree-presenting-mateusz-kolakowski-piano-tickets-1990664783956?aff=oddtdtcreator)**
• FREE for Kosciuszko Foundation Members (RSVP required: KFDC@thekf.org)
Whether you're a devoted jazz enthusiast or simply looking for a summer evening filled with exceptional live music, this intimate concert promises a truly inspiring experience.
Not yet a member? Join today and enjoy complimentary admission to this special event, along with year-round access to KF programs and benefits.
Become a KF member **[HERE](https://thekf.org/become-a-member/)**
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Saturday ROOFTOP Social AND Club Hopping
Join us in some debauchery for a night of socializing, mingling and dancing the night away, your memorable one, rubbing your shoulder with party snobs. Cover free entrance at all Clubs! Fellas this is hard to pass on this!
***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO ENJOY THE EVENT. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***
We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity
often and early arrival is suggested.
We have the discretion to decide entry.
***AFTER THE SOCIAL, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR. BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES. WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
**This is also a wicked 'MeRtUp'!**
**What is MERTUP?:) Mer + Meetup = Mertup.**
**Mer is known as the Meetup guy. He likes to connect people and his fans coined that name for him. So, at his events, everyone will become a Wing Person to everyone:) When you get get there, we will introduce you to someone and you will be responsible to introduce that person to another person. That is MERTUP!**
We will have specials, including our usual suspect MERtini:)
**DEETS :**
**Cover is $20. But it is FREE with RSVP.**
***\*Registration/PREGAME : 8:00PM-9:00PM***
***You'll receive your wristband . If you can't make it by 10pm TEXT/EMAIL YOUR QR CODE to a friend, so that they can pick everything up for you.***
***Also, you can text us at (202) 368-1878, after 10pm.***
***So that we would let you know which club we are at.***
***But the party continues till 3AM!***
**YOU NEED OUR WRISTBANDS FOR A FREE ENTRY AT THE CLUBS.**
Event is 21+
***Why do we stuck at one, whereas we can party at many?!:)***
***\- Celebrate your birthday or your moments \(Graduation\, Anniversary\,***
***Promotion, Retirement, Bachelorette/Bridal parties,....etc) in life with us!***
***\- For bottle specials\, table reservation and girls night out TEXT 202\-368\-1878\.***
***\~\~\~\~\~CHECK-IN DETAILS\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~***
***1\. You need our wristband to get the VIP Entrance\.***
***2\. Photo ID: Everyone will be required to have a valid photo ID with them in order to enter\. If you forget your ID\, you will not be allowed in\.***
Dress code : Chick/Stylish/Elegant (all the clubs enforce dress code)
##### **DRESS CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED**
We ask that you approach your wardrobe deliberately. No Athletic Clothing or excessively baggy clothing. Keep it chic, smart and classy! Jeans are allowed.
Acceptable Mens shorts include those with belt loops.
Unacceptable Attire:
1. Athletic Clothing: This Includes gym attire, sweatpants, yoga pants, and tracksuits
2. Baggy Clothing: Clothing that is excessively loose-fitting or oversized, such as baggy jeans, sagging sweatpants or oversized t-shirts.
3. Sportswear: Jerseys, team logos, and other sport-specific attire
4. Beachwear: shorts, tank tops, swimwear, and revealing clothing
5. Flip Flops: Open-toe sandals, thong sandals, and flip flops are not allowed
6. Timberlands and Steel Toed Shoes.
Payment Instructions :
1\. Click on the ticket link and '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\, click "Pay with a Debit or Credit Card"\.**
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 organizers 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.
PARKING INFO
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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Upper West Side Events Near You
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Pizza and Duckpin Bowling!
😋🎳
**Let’s meet for pizza 1st at Mikey’s Late Night Slice which is connected to Pins! Then we will bowl (no heavy balls involved)**
Origami tent at arts festival
We will once again be teaching origami to the public at the Greater Columbus Arts Festival this coming weekend (Fri June 12th-Sun June 14th). We have a 10’x20’ tent and usually teach several hundred adults and children.
***Come join us if you are local*** \- reply to this email and let us know your availability\. **We are teaching SIMPLE, beginner models, so your skill level is not an issue.**
Festival hours are: Fri 11 AM-9 PM, Sat 10 AM to 9 PM, Sun 10 AM to 5 PM, then we pack up. You are not expected to be there all day - whatever hours you want to teach are fine. We (Monica and I) will be there pretty much all hours as we are required to have the tent manned.
If you want to assist with set up that is Thursday the 11th Noon to 2:30
We are in booth W728, which is on Washington Ave , between Rich and Main street bridges. This is the west side of the river in downtown.
See [this map](https://www.columbusartsfestival.org/visit/festival-map) . we are in the pink “Cbus Arts & Organizations” section, at the Rich street end.
Parking is available in several areas there on the west side.
For more info on the festival go to [www.columbusartsfestival.org/](https://www.columbusartsfestival.org/)
This is one of the best arts festivals in the country - live music on four stages, hundreds of artists, great food...it really is a good time.
Super Friday: SUPERGIRL at Cinemark Stoneridge!
Join us for an Opening Night showing of the super-hero action-adventure, SUPERGIRL! Get in early because this series is just getting started! Hot on the heels of last year’s excellent SUPERMAN comes what should be another fun adventure! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Kara Zor-El, aka Supergirl, joins forces with an unlikely companion on an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice when an unexpected adversary strikes too close to home. The film is directed by Craig Gillespie, written by Ana Nogueira, and stars Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet and Jason Momoa.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1-pfiVMKAs
PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet in the lobby area between 6:40 and 6:50pm! It’s in their largest theater on their biggest screen but advance ticket purchase is advised for this Opening Night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below. Possible pre-show bite. That part will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Investing & Personal Finance Meeting
If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you.
We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here:
https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy
Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here:
https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php
I look forward to seeing you there.
Mark Vonder Haar
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator.
Per what this group is about:
"Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."
Columbus Women's Investing & Personal Finance Meeting
**Welcome to the Women’s Columbus Bogleheads® Sub-Group**
This sub-group is for **women who want to learn and discuss finances in a safe, supportive space**. For those interested in moving towards financial independence and retirement by learning investment basics, choosing your 401(k) investments, minimizing taxes, and more. We’re a local chapter of **Bogleheads®**, following a long-term, practical investment philosophy:
[Investment Philosophy](https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy):
https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy
[Bogleheads Forum](https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php):
https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php
No question is too small, and no experience is too simple. Share, ask, and learn — at your own pace, without judgment, in a group of like-minded women. Let’s build confidence and knowledge **together**!






















