"I merely took the energy it takes to pout and wrote some blues." --- Duke Ellington Jazz and blues fans of all ages and stages (rookie to veteran listener/performer) are welcome to this Meetup group devoted to seeking out and attending great jazz and blues concerts throughout the National Capital Region. We attend a range of venues and events, from pricey to free, mostly in and around downtown DC, with occasional forays into the ‘burbs. If you love jazz and blues, but would prefer to enjoy it …

I started this group because I am a musician who loves to produce and perform various music genres; jazz, pop and R&B; even some New Age if the moment hits me :^) I also enjoy going out and listening to these type genres in more mature adult settings. The problem I found when I moved to this area several years ago, and that still exists today, is that there are little to no venues of this type in the immediate Fairfax County area. I have had to go into Washington DC and even Maryland many more t …

For those who love to play Salsa Music (or other latin music: jazz, bachata, merengue).   For beginner, intermediate and even advanced/accomplished. (We always can benefit from those who are ahead of us and certainly appreciate direction.)   Playing together for fun and to advance your skills. All instruments and vocals are welcomed and needed.   Also a way to network to find live bands/orchestras in the area and to enjoy them together.  This is not a group for individuals who do not play an ins …

… We participate in various activities, such as dinner, movies, karaoke, comedy clubs, brunch, Meet and Greets, Happy Hour, Jazz events, day trips, cruises. Trust me, when I tell you the possibilities are endless. We are not limited to just travel, because "WE" do it ALL. Come on out and join  "US" for a fabulous time. You will be glad that you did!! Gotta LUV them GROWN FOLKS

I'm starting this group of Professional, Classy, Stylist Ladies 45 and over to meet one another. Who would enjoy meeting new professional women that would enjoy Laurel, MD and it surrounding areas.  There are many places to go for bunch, dinner and have a glass of wine in Laurel, MD why not meet another inspiring Classy Lady that just might like to go out just not along all the time. This is an upcoming area Ladies we need to see that we enjoy Laurel too.  Lets get some jazz nights, handdancing …

When did "going out" become a five-star affair? Soul to Surface Socials is for chill people wanting to meet in chill places, be it watching the game, catching an under-the-radar group in concert, movies, happy hours and networking.    All are welcome: young, old, single, married, new to dc, Midwest expat like myself or "born and raised".  Just be ready and welcoming to the new best friends you haven't met yet!   We Soulcializers clean up nicely, but we are the same outgoing, humorous and intelli …

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This gathering in a cool lounge setting of poetry enthusiasts (and anyone else who loves this music) progressive, upbeat people who love Inspirational, Devotional, Neo-Soul, the music genre that fuses contemporary R&B, 1970s style soul, jazz, and elements of alternative-hip hop, as well as Spoken Word. You are of African to Asian descent, European to Eskimo, Latino to Lebanese, and everything in between. While you chat with great people, listen to the recorded grooves of everyone from Nicois Mus …

  We are hard core music lovers who are inspired by R&B (new and old), neo soul, Hip-Hop, House, Jazz, Funk, Afro beats and any other genre of music derived from Soul.: Who am I?? I am a thirty something cool chick who happens to love music.  I’m always looking for the next concert.  I started this meet up because I always know what concerts are in town but I don’t always have a fun group of music lovers to enjoy with.  It doesn’t matter what night of the week, if it’s going to be good music…I’m …

… Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organization of phenomenal women coming together as sisters, Whether it's to chat, reflect, on the dance floor, over cocktails, dinner, a book discussion, Sisters night out,a game of spades, Jazz Sunday Brunch, a poetry reading, going to the Gun range, Game Night, bowling, skating, go karting, golfing, snow tubing, jewelry making, yoga, belly dancing, comedy club, a day trip, having a massage, attending church,headed to a movie, celebrating a birthday or g …

  Welcome to the PREMIERE social networking group in the ENTIRE Meetup community!! Let’s meet at TOP-QUALITY events…advance movie screenings, happy hours, plays, sporting events, museums, the Kennedy Center, comedy clubs, to listen to live music, attend festivals, concerts or just to relax and have FUN in the DC/MD/VA area. We welcome your event suggestions! A limited number of events may require travel to nearby cities (for Broadway plays and other social events etc.)   If you’d like to …

The purpose of this meet up group is to support Spoken Word/Poetry in Washington, DC. Come out and listen or come share your work! There are several venues in the "U" Street area that host "Open Mic" each week. We will Honor Gil Scott Heron, by hosting this Annual Poetry Festival. Please join us at Busboy's and Poets on Tuesday's and Wednesday's at 9PM. Our Annual event was held on August 27, 2009 at the Carter Barron. Our feature artist was Gil Scott-Heron. It was broadcast by WPFW - 89.3 FM, i …

This group is dedicated to vinyl records appreciation. The plan is to just  bring in a variety of records then all meet up at a local bar that has agreed to let us play them. Viola! We all show up and get a drink at the bar and groove to some tunes and talk/share knowlege. I had originally planned for music of 60's/70's because that is what I know best. But I think there is SO Much good music out there that is being lost or forgotten. So I'd like to open it up to Classical, Jazz, comedy, 20's 30 …

… Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop and tap are individual dances. They don't need a partner to learn and to practice in those dances. Regardless of how diligent a young child might be, they are all going to have bad days and I don't intend to jeopardize the training and the time of those who are paying to proceed in their dancing each week for the sake of those who don't want to go by the established rules and guidelines to enroll with their children. I regret to have to bring this up, but I am spending far …

Join us for a fabulous evening of food, fun, and fellowship on the eve of the Inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States of America. A nice, affordable event!!! *Tickets $40 in Advance www.paypal.com to brendarobinsonyates@comcast.net (no tickets sold at door) *Buffet Dinner (Southern) *Special Presentation *DJ (R&B, HipHop, Jazz) *Door Prizes *Black Tie Optional *BYOB