Wine Classes

Kick off 2026 with us as we explore the vibrant and diverse wines of Latin America! Join DMV Wine Explorers for an evening reconnecting over wines from Mexico and South America. From the high-altitude vineyards of Argentina to the coastal valleys of Chile, from emerging Mexican producers and beyond, we'll journey through regions that are redefining wine on the global stage. Join us at La Posada in Crystal City off 23rd St South - around the corner from Lucky Strike.

Thursdays at 6:30pm Take 30 minutes at the end of your day to unwind and connect to your potential for inner peace. Suitable for everyone, these meditation classes offer guided meditations and practical advice for improving the quality of our mental peace. **Registration** Each class is available by drop in. **Standard:** $5 **\| [Member Pricing:](https://meditation-dc.org/membership/) Free** [Register Here](https://meditation-dc.org/thursday-night-rest-and-reflect/) 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

Artistic Artifacts is hosting **Open Stitch sessions on the first and third Thursday evenings** from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. This is a drop-in, bring your own hand stitching project and the necessary supplies (or you can knit, crochet... whatever needle arts you like). There’s no fee to attend, no instruction nor agenda — just a time to spend with other creatives! Visit our website for all other class & event information: **[https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk](https://artisticartifacts.com/collections/wk)**

For the first half hour of class, beginners will learn 5 organ & spirit enlivening qigong exercises. After a brief meditative walk, beginners will learn the first of six section of Lao (old) Yang tai chi chuan as taught by Teacher Lu Hung Bin. Remember to wear comfortable loose-fitting clothing & flat comfortable shoes. For more information, call 301-466-5894 or email: info@dancinginsilence.com

Join us at Seasons 52 Restaurant in North Bethesda. Join sailors from the Singles on Sailboats club and learn about our sailing opportunities -- day sails and weekends on the Chesapeake, bareboat charter opportunities around the world. Third Thursday of each month. www.singlesonsailboats.org Explore your interest in sailing, whether you're just curious, a novice, experienced, or a skipper. SOS offers many ways to engage in the sport, educational presentations, and varied social events on a limited budget. Come to our Happy Hour, meet some members, learn about the club, and consider joining! Just ask for the SOS Group. **FYI:** Though Meet Up may show few people attending, when you arrive many of the actual Singles on Sailboats club members will be there also. So, meet and greet, learn about the club and enjoy a Happy Hour with like-minded boaters. Host: Debbie Goldberg For more information about this gathering contact Debbie Goldberg at hidebbieg@yahoo.com

You need to buy a ticket for this event, not only RSVP ! 🎟️Register here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-talk-about-sex-the-womens-health-gap-advocating-for-ourselves-tickets-1979186029693?aff=oddtdtcreator 🎟 Free for FACC Members 💵 $25 for Non-Members **Let’s Talk About Sex: The Women’s Health Gap & Advocating for Ourselves** Every January, the Women in Leadership Committee of the French-American Chamber of Commerce designates the entire month of January as "Women’s Wellness Month". On January 15, we invite you to a fireside chat with Kathryn Schubert, President & CEO of the Society for Women’s Health Research (SWHR). Together, we will dive into the women's health gap and discuss practical ways women can advocate for themselves within the U.S. healthcare system. ### **Event Details** * **Date:** Thursday, January 15, 2026 * **Time:** 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM * **Venue:** Quebec Government Office \| 805 15th Street NW\, Suite 450\, Washington\, DC ### **Schedule** * **6:00 PM:** Welcome Apéro * **6:30 PM:** Fireside Chat and Audience Q&A * **7:30 PM:** Networking with DC leaders and professionals

Now that fall is here, these cozy Wine Therapy events are back. This is my kind of therapy session. In the comfort of my living room (or a volunteer), we will unwind and share our personal highlights and lowlights since we last saw you, and with the help of friends (and wine) we will "release" any negativity we may be holding onto as well. We will be here to listen and share advice if that is what's needed. Sometimes just having someone to listen is all we need to feel better. Be prepared to share! No couch surfers allowed. :-) My living room is a safe non-judgmental space. What is shared will not be discussed beyond my living room unless you decide to share. NOTE: My apartment is NOT good for those with cat allergies. I am conveniently located a mile from Huntington Metro Station off of Huntington Ave. with plenty free parking. To be invited into my home, I will have had to meet you at an event prior. Makes sense, right? I will message the group my address a few days before. Make sure your notifications are ON.

To secure your spot, purchase your ticket from the Eventbrite link ([https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brunch-and-karaoke-all-you-can-eat-bottomless-mimosa-tickets-272275432147). RSVPing only on the Meetup Page doesn't allow you to attend the Event. ADVANCE TICKET PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT.](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brunch-and-karaoke-all-you-can-eat-bottomless-mimosa-tickets-272275432147). ABOUT THE EVENT **Join us for a Brunch filled with food and hair of the dog drinks!** **The Brunch is All-You-Can-Eat Buffet and All-You-Can-Drink Bottomless Mimosa, including tax & gratuity! This is UNBEATABLE! For foodies, this doesn’t get any better as we throw this party! Please be on time for the grand festivities!** **It is accompanied by Karaoke! Come and have some fun, food, music, and cocktails! Song Book is available online, but we provide tablets as well. Signing up to sing is contactless via internet. It can be done through a person's smart phone or our tablets. We have a 3 step sanitation process which involves disinfecting the mics, giving them an ultraviolet bath, then applying a disposable microphone cover.** **EAT, DRINK & SING! This is ideal for a birthday celebration.** **BRUNCH :** **Session One : 11AM - 2PM** **Session Two : 2PM - 5PM** **Brunch Buffet Includes :** **FOOD** 1.HANGOVER BURRITO Eggs, queso, ranchero sauce, refried beans, shoestring potatoes, crema, guacamole, flour tortilla served with breakfast potatoes Choice of protein: Chorizo / Bacon / Chicken / Barbacoa (Short Rib) / Mushrooms 2\. BREAKFAST TACO TRIO Eggs, cheese, rebel sauce, shoestring potatoes, flour tortilla Choice of protein: Chorizo / Bacon / Chicken / Barbacoa (Short Rib) / Mushrooms 3\. REBEL WAFFLE Large waffle, maple syrup, crema, strawberries 4\. AVOCADO TOAST Pepitas, sweet peppers, queso fresco, poached eggs,served with breakfast potatoes 5\. CHURRO BITES House made dough fried perfectly for a toasty outside and soft warm center dusted with cinnamon and sugar. Drizzled with rich Nutella and sweetened crema 6\. CHIPS AND SALSA 7\. CHIPS AND GUAC . . . and many more!! **Drinks:** **Bottomless Mimosa** **\- All other drinks would be cash bar \(which means\, you pay as you go\)** **Drink Responsibly** **\- Celebrate your birthdays or your moments in your life with us** **\- For bottle specials and table reservation email \(info@[merevents.co](http://merevents.co/)m) OR text 202-368-1878** **\- Event is 21\+** **#Epicbrunch presented by #merevents** **\- Come one\, come all \- YOU CAN FLY SOLO TOO:\) 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** *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\, 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 they 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. METRO & PARKING INFO : U Street Metro Station is literally under the building (Take 13th St. Exit). Street Parking might be a challenge and the event involves drinking and we highly recommend a shared ride or taxi service. DRINK RESPONSIBLY. **FOR FURTHER INFO, REFER THE EVENTBRITE LINK AND PURCHASE TICKET. IT RULES**

Venez apprécier l'ambiance chaleureuse d'une conversation en français autour d'un verre de vin et d'apéritifs à moitié prix. C'est ouvert à tous quelque soit votre niveau, que vous soyez débutant ou bien que le Français soit votre langue maternelle. ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. 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.*** It is irresistible, to enjoy French convo with half-priced appetizers, glass of wine and rail drinks. The Event is open to all levels of French language, from beginners to native fluency. We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested. We have the discretion to decide entry. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speakers. It is not as such to learn a language. Beginners, if you want to learn a language, reach out to us ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)). We have a school and will arrange you a class. ***AFTER THE HAPPY HOUR, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

Venez apprécier l'ambiance chaleureuse d'une conversation en français autour d'un verre de vin et d'apéritifs à moitié prix. C'est ouvert à tous quelque soit votre niveau, que vous soyez débutant ou bien que le Français soit votre langue maternelle. It is irresistible, to enjoy French convo with half-priced appetizers, glass of wine and rail drinks. The Event is open to all levels of French language, from beginners to native fluency. ***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU ARE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. 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. This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speakers. It is not as such to learn a language. Beginners, if you want to learn a language, reach out to us ([info@merevents.com](http://info@merevents.com/)). We have a school and will arrange you a class. ***AFTER THE HAPPY HOUR, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***

This is mainly a social event, where you network, socialize and mingle with my other meetup's DANCE LOVERS. I organize this with my other meetups and you get to party with many insanely friendly people. We have specials, just for our group. They make us feel blessed, loved and honored, by naming, one of our favorite cocktails, after me - MerTini:) It will be one of the featured cocktails.

The Henri opens it's doors to the Craft Cocktails Club and welcomes us to partake in their selection of sophisticated craft cocktails (and cuisine). Dress Code: Business Casual + As a courtesy to the establishment we limiting RSVPs to 25 attendees. So please only RSVP if you plan to attend. thehenridc.com

Let's try this again! Join us as we gather on a January Sunday at one of our old favorites, Fleetwood Farm Winery. This time I am sure that they will be open... Let's get toasty in front of their roaring stone fireplace in the main tasting room. They have a good selection of red and white Virginia wines, many that have been produced exclusively for them. The grounds are designed to be an escape from the Northern Virginia hustle bustle without the long drive. Outside food is not permitted but they have a full menu of flatbreads, Charcuterie boards, wings, sliders, etc. We will not go hungry!

Join us for a fun afternoon where *you* get to play winemaker at the B.Y.O.W. (Blend Your Own Wine) Party at 8 Chains North Winery! Learn how to make your own red wine blend from a selection of 8 Chains North 2022 Virginia varietals. This is a hands-on event. Owner, Edz Sturans, will guide you through a tasting of the different grape varietals they grow and have an interactive discussion about their flavor profiles. You’ll learn blending techniques, as well as strategies for crafting a well-balanced wine. The price includes all the wines for blending your 750 ml bottle of 2022 vintage wine to take home and enjoy! Light snacks will be provided. The cost of this event is $60 plus $5.87 fees. **[Click here for tickets](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/byowblend-your-own-wine-class-tickets-1980014649116?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **After the class we can enjoy the rest of the afternoon sipping wine and listening to the music of Stanley Whitaker!**

**Weekly Intermediate Argentine Tango lessons**\- Monday evenings RSVP required! Please text Todd at 202-361-8633 in advance of attendance. Limited to 12 (6 leads/6 follows). This is an intermediate class for tango lovers who want to explore more! This class rotates focus on the many rich tango themes available. We explore ways to lead/follow with different outcomes in neutral technique to enhance communication in the dance. We often review material from our immersive camps as well. Come join us in our Annandale home location! Some tango experience required (at least one immersion camp or at least 10 tango lessons). Price: $30 for one session/ $125/5 session card (cash, check, Venmo, Apple Pay only; no credit card or Paypal for this event) Location: 7507 Pleasant Way, Annandale, VA (must RSVP in advance in case of cancellations!)

**\*\*\* You must purchase a ticket to attend. Purchase tickets [here](https://sommcircle.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=650343&item_id=2780299) \*\*\*** Join Somm Circle for a special tasting journey to Ukraine's wine country! We're excited to explore the distinctive wines of SHABO, one of the most prestigious wineries in Odessa, located along the historic Black Sea coast. **About the Tasting:** Discover the unique terroir and winemaking traditions of Ukraine through a guided tasting led by importer Sam, a U.S. military veteran who fell in love with Ukrainian wine while helping repel Russian forces. SHABO Winery has been producing exceptional wines in the Odessa region, and this is a rare opportunity to experience wines that showcase the character of this underappreciated wine region. Our expert host will guide us through a selection of six SHABO wines, sharing insights into Ukrainian viticulture, the winery's history, and the distinctive qualities of Black Sea coastal wines. We will enjoy this tasting in an intimate setting at the historic DACOR Bacon House in downtown Washington. Only 19 seats available. Don't miss out! Large charcuterie boards at each table, will accompany the tasting. **Please Note:** While wines will not be available for purchase at the event, order forms will be provided for anyone interested in ordering bottles to enjoy at home. * **Cost:** $78 for Somm Circle member per person, $85 for non-members * (includes wine tasting, large charcuterie boards at each table, and light refreshments) Purchase tickets [here.](https://sommcircle.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=650343&item_id=2780299) * **Capacity:** Limited to 19 guests

Ed and Gail's ever popular 50/50 Hustle /West Coast Swing event takes place the fourth Saturday of every month. It features a DJ’d mix of contemporary and classic Hustle and West Coast Swing music DJ'd by **Ed Cottrell**, and Hustle lessons taught by renowned Hustle instructor **Joyce Szili**. 7:00 - 7:45 pm Beginner Hustle 7:45 - 8:30 pm Easy Intermediate Hustle 8:30-11:00 Dancing to a perfect mix of Hustle and West Coast Swing $15 Admission

Bonsoir à tous! Venez nombreux pour causer autour d'un repas ou d'un verre chez La Madeleine. On n'a que deux règles: (1) qu'on y parle exclusivement le français et (2) qu'on achète quelque chose à boire ou à manger (c'est La Madeleine qui le demande). Merci et à bientôt!

Ed and Gail's Third Sunday Dance With ERICA SMITH 4:00-5:00 West Coast Swing Lesson with Erica 5:00-7:00 Dance (West Coast Swing, Two-Step, East Coast Swing, Waltz, Cha Cha, Hustle, and more!) $15 \*\*JT Swing Team will perform for us around 5:30!\*\* Lots of fun dancers at this event! Please join us!