Women Over 50

# Cosmic Bowling! ##### Saturday nights From 7:30pm-9:30pm and 10:00pm-12:00am All you can bowl from $20 including shoes Guests must be over 50 FREE parking Food and Drink menu available! Look for the meet up sign! This is a lot of fun! Don't miss out!

Join us at **Flower Mart 2026** for flowers, great food, entertainment and fun in support of the Washington National Cathedral's gardens! There's something for everyone at Flower Mart: * Over 65 boutique booths * **White Elephant Tent** * **Flower District** with an assortment of flowers and plants * The ***Around the World*** **Embassy Floral Display** * Free entertainment ( singers, dancers, musicians and choral groups) * **Cathedral Tower Climb** * An **Antique Carousel** **NOTE: Everyone is welcome to join us!** [Click here for for more information](https://allhallowsguild.org/programs/flower-mart/)

NEW MEETUP GROUP: Come join melanated and lesbian at its first ever spring Meet & Greet at Hen Quarter Prime. Join like minded women who are interested in building friendships and relationships. Age range is from 25-40

Sunday, May 3 is World Laughter Day! Let's get together to "laugh on purpose" or "laugh for no reason." Laughter brings us the benefits of exercise and even some more — stress relief and a sense of connection. If you don't "feel like laughing," that's when you can often benefit the most! Laughter Yoga has no yoga poses and no jokes — just gentle inspiration to laugh together. It's a super-healthful (research-backed) practice which is also fun, and you can participate according to your own comfort zone! (you are welcome to get a bit zany, or not at all!) It also includes some deep breathing and gentle movement. Find out more at [www.laughteryoga.org](http://www.laughteryoga.org/) . I'm a certified Laughter Yoga leader (yes that is a thing!) and I do it both professionally and as a volunteer. (I'll be leading laughter at a marathon warmup the day before!) Join me from 2 - 3 pm in Nottoway Park to try this practice and feel the benefits! The park is just 1 mile from the Vienna metro station. I'll bring large blankets so we can sit on the ground if desired (or use a picnic table). All you need is a water bottle. Please include your cell number so we can be sure to find each other. Hope to see you!

Goal Focus & Flow is a casual, women only event created for deep focus, intentional progress, and genuine connection. Bring whatever you’re currently working on, studying, planning, writing, researching, job searching, creative projects, or personal goals and spend focused time working independently while surrounded by other women doing the same. The energy is calm, supportive, and rooted in mutual growth. At the end of the session, we’ll do a brief, optional share where participants can talk about what they worked on and what they learned. Sharing insights helps reinforce learning, spark ideas for others, and turn individual progress into collective knowledge. This space is intentionally designed to help women: Stay accountable to their goals ✅ Learn from one another in an organic, low-pressure way Retain what they’re working on by reflecting and sharing ‍♀️ Build friendships while growing side by side The shared focus and reflection create a natural sense of connection, allowing friendships to form through growth rather than small talk. Location note: For women’s safety and comfort, the venue will not be shared publicly. The exact location will be shared privately in the group chat with confirmed attendees. Join the group chat here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/H533SlZi8h70XjkN6iSEws Come as you are. Work at your own pace. Leave with clarity, momentum, and the feeling that you’re not growing alone.

Join us for a relaxed farmers market meetup where we’ll grab a drink, stroll through the market, and enjoy good conversation along the way. No pressure, no rush, just a soft start to the day with a great group of women. We’ll start by meeting at Arepateca grabbing a bite or a drink and doing quick intros before exploring together. Feel free to come solo, most of us do 💛 **Optional fun:** Build a small bouquet 🌸 Pick up your favorite market find 🧺 Try something new ☕ We’ll wrap up by sitting for a bit and chatting once everyone’s made their rounds and show off our finds. What to bring: A tote bag (you’ll probably need it) Comfortable shoes A cute, easy outfit (if you’re in the mood ✨) Looking forward to a light, easy morning together ☀️

Join us for a lively afternoon of bourbon, style, and Derby-day excitement as we celebrate the most exciting two minutes in sports! 📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026 🕓 5:30 PM – Race Time (~6:50 PM) ⸻ 🍹 What to Expect: • Mint Julep & Old Fashioned Bar • Best Dressed & Best Hat Contest (prizes included!) • Fun Derby betting game (no real money) • Southern-inspired bites & snacks • Live viewing of the race ⸻ 👗 Dress Code: Derby chic encouraged—think bold hats, florals, bow ties, and spring style (Or come as you are and enjoy the vibe!) ⸻ 💵 Suggested Donation: $10 to help cover food & drinks Cash, Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App accepted ⸻ 🎉 Hosted By: Amanda ⸻ 📍 Location: 6515 Enfield Drive, Alexandria, VA ⚠️ Note: This is a different address than previous events ⸻ 🎟️ Limited spots—come solo or bring a friend and get ready to sip, socialize, and cheer on your horse. ⸻ 🌹 Dress your best. Place your bets. Let’s party.

Higher Grounds – Arlington is part of a growing network of gatherings where we create space for thoughtful, authentic dialogue about what matters most. Whether we’re exploring the nature of happiness, the challenges and possibilities of midlife, spirituality, culture, capitalism, parenting, or the role of art and travel in a meaningful life, every conversation is shaped by the people in the room. There’s no set leader or rigid agenda—just a shared commitment to listen as much as we speak. We start with brief introductions focused on what makes you you (not your LinkedIn bio), then dive straight into whatever is on people’s minds. The direction of each meetup emerges organically, making every event unique. MANDATORY: PLEASE REVIEW OUR COMMUNITY GUIDELINES IN THE GROUP DESCRIPTION. Everyone is expected to engage in respectful conversations and listen deeply as well as share. We have a zero tolerance policy of sexual harassment and hate speech. Come ready to share, reflect, and connect with others in Arlington who are also seeking deeper conversations. Suggested Questions: Life Stages & Transitions * What did you think you'd have figured out by now that you're still completely winging? * When did you realize your parents' advice was for a world that no longer exists? * What are you finally old enough to stop pretending to care about? Suggested Questions: Identity After the Roles * Who are you when nobody needs anything from you? * What dream keeps resurfacing even though the "practical" time has passed? * How do you handle having the freedom you always said you wanted? Suggested Questions: AI & Being Human * What human experiences will AI never truly understand? * If machines handled all your have-to's, what would you actually do? * What becomes more precious as everything becomes automated? Suggested Questions: Belief & Meaning * What certainties have you given up, and what rushed in to fill that space? * How has knowing someone who died changed how you live? * What do you believe now that would shock your younger self? Suggested Questions: The Modern Psyche * What anxiety do you carry that previous generations didn't have? * Which of your survival strategies are you ready to retire? * What uncomfortable truth about happiness did it take you years to accept? Suggested Questions: Work & Purpose * When did you stop believing that your job would complete you? * What would you do for work if money and status weren't factors? * How has your definition of "making it" changed over the years? Suggested Questions: Relationships & Connection * What relationship dynamic do you keep recreating, and why? * When did you realize your parents were just people trying their best? * What kind of loneliness doesn't go away even when you're with others? Suggested Questions: Time & Mortality * What are you running out of time to say or do? * How differently do you spend your time knowing it's finite? * What will you regret not trying, even if you fail? Suggested Questions: Society & Culture * What social convention do you follow even though it makes no sense? * Which generation do you understand least, and what might you be missing? * What aspect of how we live now will seem insane in 20 years? Suggested Questions: Personal Philosophy * What rule for life did you create after learning something the hard way? * When did you stop believing that everyone else had it figured out? * What paradox about life have you learned to live with?

Meet us at IPIC for the Devil Wears Prada on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 8:45pm. Limited tickets available [https://www.ipic.com/north-bethesda-md-pike-and-rose/movies/movie-details/the-devil-wears-prada-2/HO00003497/seat-map?session-id=145621](https://www.ipic.com/north-bethesda-md-pike-and-rose/movies/movie-details/the-devil-wears-prada-2/HO00003497/seat-map?session-id=145621)

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Hi Ladies , Let's Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park . We will meet at the nature center parking lot. Hiking about 4 miles completing the blendon woods loop and the sugarbush trail . Wear appropriate footwear and bring water for hydration .

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Hi ladies. Let's hike the edward thomas trail, lake trail , spring creek and a short walk on the multi purpose trail. This is one large loop . Wear your shoe of choice. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. 4.2 miles in length .

Hike approx 4.0 miles at approx. 18 minute mile pace. Meet in front of the Nature Center.

We will hike the Ridge Trail and Meadows Trail twice, for a total of 3.8 miles. There are some pretty good inclines so plan on getting a cardio workout :). This is a loop which is pretty easy to follow; thus faster walkers can take the lead and the rest (like me) will bring up the rear at a slightly slower pace. You could also just do the loop once for 1.9 miles. No one left behind. Optional lunch to follow in Canal Winchester. I'm working through the metro parks - this is the third one!

Who’s up for a fun night out? Get your boots on, grab your cowboy hat, and let’s have some fun! Thinking about checking out PBR Cowboy Bar & Smokehouse for a lively evening to unwind, connect, and enjoy the night together. • Lively atmosphere with country vibes • Delicious food + drinks • Music, dancing, and lots of laughs • Great conversation and new connections