Whether you're new to the D.C. area or a native, if you are interested in discovering local indie artists/bands in the city and want to meet an amazing group of people, then you belong here. We'll be catching shows at some of the staple local venues like Black Cat, 9:30 Club, IOTA, U St. Music Hall, Rock and Roll Hotel, DC9-among others. This group has a very active calendar of events, and we typically meet almost every week. While our purpose is to, well, meet up-this group is to also support l …

This group is for people who really love and appreciate cinema with all its different forms and expressions. We'll see only films that are in limited release. It could be a small indie American movie, a foreign drama, a documentary or an experimental animation. I hope ladies and gents who attend will be interested to stay after shows and share their impressions of just watched film while having a drink or two. This is a perfect meetup for people who love movies and want to talk about them. I int …

Greetings! The purpose of this group is for like minded people in the DC/Nova metro area to meetup and enjoy films classifiable as horror, cult, bizarre, and/or independent.  Activities would mostly include film viewings, but other ideas are also welcome. Anyone who is a buff of 1 or more of the above genres has come to the right place.  The goal is to have group consensus steer the way. Welcome! Oz

A comic book club that meets twice monthly to chat about anything related to comic book culture. We love floppies & trades, golden age & modern, superheroes & indies, comic movies & shows, characters & creators, toys & games, spinners & cons. Generally we see movies and have TV nights, meet at comic books stores and coffee shops in and around the northern Virginia / DC Metro area.

Come into the ArtHouse ! Meet with local film and arts lovers to watch indie, foreign and classic films! We'll also attend art gallery openings, theater performances, Embassy evenings, museums, author readings and interesting concerts. And more often than not, there will be a reception! The idea will be to keep the price down and participation and conversation up! We'll go wherever art house films are screened in town--museums, cultural institutions, embassies, local film festivals, as well as …

Dewdrop produces fashion-forward clothing swap events, where stylish locals gather in a fun environment and swap clothes and accessories, promoting sustainable living through fashion. We will have swaps all over the DC Metro area. All clothing remaining from the swap will be donated to a charity, so you can look fab and feel good!  All sizes welcome and encouraged. Bonus--our events sometimes have fashion shows, presentations, cocktail hours, and sometimes we have swag bags and/or raffle prizes …

If you happen to love video, meeting new friends, and indie games this is the group for you. Gaming in Public is a group devoted to both developers and gamers. Get a chance to meet indie developers, and meet the gamers who love indie games! Join us for our social events and meet some great gamers.

What is Alumbra ? Key word -- > DANCE <--- Alumbra Nights take place the second Saturday of each month at Marx Cafe, where Saturdays have been mainly about rock in spanish for 10 years Join Alumbra to find out about Live music & danceable reggae, ska, indie, post punk, and electro pop tracks from LatinAmerica and Spain. This is your spot if you like rock in spanish. Que es Alumbra? "Una de las cosas mas bonitas de la música es poder compartirla" Alumbra Nights - Son noches BAILABLES de rock e …

The DC Filmmakers group is a community of people passionate about the moving image (film, video, television, web broadcast/streaming, ... ). We look at digital production and film production as two side of the same coin. The group is a resource to network, make films, learn, teach, screen films, discuss business aspects of the industry, and to make friends. Our members include Producers, Directors, Cinematographers, Writers, Editors, Actors, Audio Engineers, Lighting Gaffers, Grips, Audio Design …

This group is for people who love the art of film.  This is not a group for going to the movies to "turn your brain off" and just escape.  If you want to to see and discuss non-mainstream, independent, foreign, art house, classic and documentary films then you are more than welcome to join this group. This is an active group!  There will be at least one film screening pretty much every weekend!  I will be scheduling regular meetups to go see movies at the Landmarks E Street and Bethesda Row, AM …

Love graphic novels? Wish you could meet with fellow readers for interesting discussion? Same here. Let's meetup and talk about great graphic novels (and maybe have a glass of beer or wine on the side! ⎯perhaps tea and crumpets while reading From Hell?) Join us in exploring all genres and styles, from Watchmen and V for Vendetta to Maus and Persepolis (with a liberal sprinkling of Jhonen Vasquez, Neil Gaiman, Frank Miller and others in between).

NoVA Christian Film is a non-profit ministry in northern Virginia encouraging the fellowship, networking, and collaboration of local Christian filmmakers. We seek to educate, train, and equip filmmakers to make an impact on Hollywood with the message of Jesus Christ through our words, godly attitudes on set, and excellent films. Soli Deo Gloria! http://www.novachristianfilm.com

Do you listen to new bands but feel too old to go to their shows? Or, do you tend to go but feel weird about being the oldest person there?  There are lots of great shows coming to town and there is NO LAW against grayhairs going to live new music. The solution is to go together.  We can strategize ways to stay up beyond our bedtimes! All members are welcome to suggest any kind of new music event on AH. The "Hipster" label is entirely tongue-in-cheek. We're not all that strict about the "aging …

Meet other local fans of Britpop bands such as Pulp, Supergrass, Suede, Blur, Oasis, Ride, Happy Mondays, The Stone Roses, Elastica, etc. Plus newer stuff like Bloc Party, Kaiser Chiefs, Maximo Park, The Zutons, Mystery Jets, The Libs, Babyshambles, Dirty Pretty Things, etc.

Are you interested in Black Cinema or Media of the African Diaspora? Have you wanted ever wanted to watch and discuss films with other people who share your interest? The DC Black Film & Media Club (BFMC) seeks to unite people in the DC-Metropolitan area to watch and discuss current or past films with a focus on black cinema. Whether you're involved in the film world or a just a recent film enthusiast like myself, you can hang out and enjoy flicks with new people.

This meetup is the gauge the interest in the local area on selecting one of the works on Amazon Studios and producing that work into a trailer, short film or series. If there is enough interest, we will figure out the meet up location, frequency and skills of the interested people. http://studios.amazon.com/

Film + Discussion / Every Week! The DC BloomScreen Film Club meets every Tuesday night at BloomBars community arts space, for a weekly series of socially significant, independent and foreign films, accompanied by discussions with filmmakers and other experts. We NEVER simply sit you down to watch a film, but always seek the additional insight gained by expert discussion. Our goal is to provide a unique experience that a local Cineplex cannot – an opportunity for film and discussions that allo …

Cineastes Unite! Join the DC chapter of the Sunday Night Film Club to watch movies, meet other like-minded people, and just have fun! We are a loose collective of people who enjoy discussing movies, actors, directors, music, politics and current events. Don't feel like you have to attend every event. Come see the movies you like, and feel free to bring your friends along!

This group is for all women of Caribbean and/or African descent who live an alternative lifestyle in the DC, Maryland, or Virginia Area!!! Please join Us at Flava @ Wa-Zo-bia 4th thursdays to socialize and network with your peers in the community. We want a relaxing atmosphere where ladies in the life can come and share stories and experiences in a comfortable and safe place.

This is a group for caribbean expat women who are looking to enjoy some fun activities- parties, dining out, movies, plays, bowling, night outs, and more in our local area. I formed this group because sometimes it's just hard to find other women like myself to go out with who have the same interests. If you like old school reggae and you are looking to form some lasting friendships you never have to be alone again. Come and join this group.

I hope to expand the group geographically into DC, Maryland, as well as further into Virginia. This will give everyone many more movie going options and more chances to to meet new people. I also would like to start hosting more themed events, such as Indie Movie Nights and Classic Movies. I hope to continue this series and am always open to suggestions on new events. Meet other Movie Fans in the Metro DC area! Get together several times a month to watch movies, plan outings and discuss the hot …

We are now meeting in a different location.  Our regular meeting place will be unavailable for a few months while it is under renovation.  Please be sure to log in and get the new address when you RSVP. Get together with fellow folk fans and help us raise the roof twice a month! IF YOU KNOW FOLK MUSIC, SING IT LOUD AND PROUD AND/OR PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!!! We take turns selecting a song for the group to sing and play (passing's OK). Most of our songs come from the Rise Up …

Docs In Progress is dedicated to empowering independent documentary filmmakers and educating the general public on documentary film. We do this through a variety of public programs, including moderated screenings of documentary works in progress in Washington DC, Silver Spring, MD and Baltimore, MD; workshops on all aspects of documentary-making and documentary appreciation; and other fun events for documentary filmmakers, aspiring documentary filmmakers, and film afficionados alike.

Are you making media in the DC region? Join us for networking and professional development. Our programs range from an annual job fair to Martini Madness to international conferences...and lots of things in between!

Interested in learning Unity3D, helping others learn Unity3D, Unity3D best practices and/or game development? This group helps members become better Unity3D users and game developers through face-to-face meetings, round tables and lectures.  This isn't a group for just programmers, artists are welcome too.

I have to believe in a world outside my own mind. I have to believe that my actions still have meaning, even if I can't remember them. I have to believe that when my eyes are closed, the world's still there. Do I believe the world's still there? Is it still out there? … Yeah. We all need mirrors to remind ourselves who we are. I'm no different. (Memento, 2000) No matter what anyone tells you - words and ideas can change the world. (Dead Poets Society, 1989) See, Mr. Gitts, most people never have …

'Square City Comics' is a self-publishing comic (graphic novel, web comic, etc.) group based in the greater Washington, DC area. We are a handful of artists and writers who meet at least once a month to discuss our projects, characters, ideas, problems, etc. Though we each move at our own paces, we are all dedicated to making comics. Our sessions are a productive and positive place to share issues and get regular feedback. The ultimate goal is to help each other self-publish our own projects and …

The Washington DC Write to Publish Group is unlike most writers’ groups which focus on critiquing each other’s work. Instead this group is dedicated to the "business side" of writing and educate authors (and would be authors) on what they can expect as they go from finished project to available for sale. Much of what I believe and will teach can be found online here: http://www.TheAuthorIncubator.com As a part of your membership, I offer monthly Q&A calls where you can ask any questions you have …