Our goal for this group is to get out, get active and show off what we know. We take "field trips" with our tots, arrange play dates in doors and out and share all the goods about being a parent. Expect to take away great parenting and fitness tips, recipes, craft ideas, hidden gems to explore, and most importantly a new found relationship with local families.

This group is dedicated to FAMILIES with ONLY One child. Had a difficult time seeking playdates? No one seems to have the same problem of finding child interaction? Does your child constantly ask to play with a friend but you make an excuse that they are not available? Do you have an only child between the ages of 3-10? Are you interested in helping your child form lasting friendships with other people whose families resemble their own? Our boys and girls will have the opportunity to expand thei …

This meetup/support group is for minority mothers who have been blessed with the honor of raising special needs kids.   I have two sons, My oldest Cameron is 10 and was diagnosed with PPD-NOS in 2007 on the autism spectrum. My youngest son is 6 named Marselles and he has a rare disease called eosinophilic esphaghitis.. One day on Amazon I was ordering books on ABA therapy and I typed in Minority Parents of Special Needs Kids parenting books, nothing came up, i kept searching and again nothing ca …

This group is for working parents whose children are at least 3 years old.  Single, married, blended, and alternative families welcome. There will be lots of activities with the kids to explore Maryland, NoVA and DC and adults-only activities.  This is not a play-date group but will be focused on taking advantage of all the great things the DC metro area has to offer.  Exploring restaurants, museums, festivals, activities, etc.  If you have a child younger than 3, you are still welcome to join b …

Meet nearby Boardgame Players! Come to a Boardgames Meetup to play old favorites with new friends. All players aged 0 to 100 are invited! This group is specifically dedicated to parents and their children. There are many games suitable for children. Sometimes we will all play together, and sometimes children will play independently while the adults play something more complex.

I am a working mom of a 15-month-old daughter who lives in Loudoun County and wants to meet other moms (and dads) who understand what it is like to juggle parenting and all of the other demands of daily living in this area. I've looked for other meetups like this one, but most of the meetings are during the week during the day. This meetup group will be for parents who want to get together (for playdates, parents events, family outings) on weekends -- and maybe for some dessert/chat on weeknight …

SPARK is a group people committed to the well being of the single-parent family. Membership is open to all single parents of children under eighteen. Most of our members are in Montgomery County, and we serve the entire greater Washington, DC area with members throughout Maryland, Virginia, and DC. Our mission is to build a community where single parents can share the knowledge and provide the mutual support needed to experience a rewarding life for ourselves while raising our children to be com …

CFI–DC Secular Family Network is a casual discussion group for parents who would like to explore how to raise children outside of religious institutions. Children have the opportunity to get acquainted, play, and socialize while their moms/dads get together for good conversation and support. These events are organized by the Center for Inquiry–DC. http://www.centerforinquiry.net/dc All events are crosslisted with our main web page, Convio, Facebook, and other sites, so RSVPs on thi …

A group for parents, who have kids with asthma and food allergies. A place where we can exchange ideas, as well as get our children to meet others like them. It can be hard sometimes with asthma and food allergies. I want our kids to know that it is ok and that there are ways to work around them. I also want it to be a place where parents can meet others in the same situations and learn from each other.

POCWSN = Parents of children with special needs I know many parents that are in need of support, even if it's just a shoulder to cry on. As a mom of a child with ASD and ADHD, I know the frustrations that arise on a daily basis. My goal is to find ways to support one another. I would like to establish play dates, coffee breaks, Parents night out and whatever any one else feels they need. I am not a doctor or therapist.  I am just a mom looking for support and advice from other parents.

Hello Parents and caregivers! I teach kids yoga in Northern Virginia.  Yoga has had a profoundly positive impact on our family.  My daughter and I started doing yoga together when she was one year old.  I love sharing yoga with families and I am excited about all the creative ways families can incorporate yoga into their daily routine.  Stay tuned for many opportunities in multiple locations.

Cocoa of Montgomery County (MoCo) is a group of inclusive Black homeschool families in Montgomery County, MD. Our members enjoy substantially discounted training, supplemental classes for children, weekly social events and support meetings, and much more! Our high energy group is progressive and fun! We advocate life-long learning and independent wealth-building for families. Mostly, we support accelerated learning and critical thinking, and demand high quality education for our children. We are …

… You can log on and click on "Past Events" and pull up great activities to do with your own family around the MD, DC and VA areas or you can ask us to re-do any past event!! When you log onto our group via meetup.com you'll always see a menu on the left hand side of our page. The following links are the most important part of our group. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with each of them! CALENDAR: On our calendar you'll find all the meetups that we've had, and that are coming up. P …

This group is for stay at home moms in the Herndon and surrounding areas. We are a busy group with several activities during the week for your little ones, weekend activities for your family and Mommy's nights out once a month just for you! We have a full calendar but you are not expected to attend every event. Just come to one meetup a month to be considered "active". This is a place to make new friends for both your children and yourself, to get advice and support and to have some real fun! Th …

… It is drop-in, so no need to register, just come if you can and: Meet new friends Talk about the Challenges and Joys of your new role as a Mother Learn about Infant Development Informal Discussion on various Topics (feeding, sleeping, crying, baby equipment, milestones, pediatrician visits immunizations, resources for parents) Once a month Guest speakers Facilitated by an Infant/Toddler Specialist Our play studio is baby safe and offers a parenting area for feeding privacy and a full diaper ch …

This Meetup is about supporting and preparing parents and their children to make the most of their educational experience in the present and far into the future.