CAPAA's mission is to support professional capital area artists in finding viable opportunities to showcase their work and make meaningful progression in their field. Artist-driven, CAPAA strives to impact the local and national industry by promoting member talent and providing supports that enable capital area artists to aspire for professional opportunities nationally and internationally.  

First Thursday @ First Church is a monthly music and performance art series in downtown Washington, DC,  open to the entire community and visitors to our city.   This is a different kind of happy hour.  We think you'll find our new building to be a work of art in itself. Each month we'll offer a different musical or performance art group selected from the local DC area. We offer light refreshments and nonalcoholic beverages.  There is no cost to attend. Come for the art, the food and drinks, or …

With so many great theater options in DC, I hope this group will bring together people looking to spend a night enjoying some of the smaller venues and more eclectic shows. Picked Friday nights b/c we can't be too tired (seriously, you just sit there and enjoy) to get the weekend off to a good start. But we can always adjust the day based on the group's preference. Can also stop by a local bar or restaurant afterwards for those who are interested in discussing the show or just getting to know ea …

We are a community of Artists from all disciplines and skill levels, professional or amateur. We are managers, promoters, collectors, critics, philanthropists, or anyone engaged in the participation and promotion of the arts for the purpose of spreading culture and enriching the quality of life for themselves, the community, or the world. This group is an open forum with participants, who encourage each other to share their artwork, invite others to their arts events, share interesting knowledge …

… Conceived as a result of Laura Zam's workshop, "How to Leave Your Day Job: Making a Living in the Arts", we will build off the tools and concepts that Laura has developed during her career as a teacher and practicing artist. Thank you for your interest, and we hope to see you at our next meetup!

The purpose of this meetup is to meet other local people who are interested in visiting local Museums and Art Galleries. If love arts, go Museums, and meet new people this meetup group is your answer!

The Carriage House Studio is a photography studio and gallery in Washington, DC, offering studio rental, and photography workshops and exhibits. The studio consists of 1,200 square feet of floor space (60' by 20') at street level, with extensive private alleyways for outdoor work. The studio is located in an historic landmark 1860's carriage house in the Logan Circle Arts District, a few blocks from the Convention Center, White House and Union Station. Although primarily used as a photography st …

We get together for networking and social happy hours, visiting museums, art galleries, hiking, theater, art films, dinners, charity events and more. Events are meant to provide a venue for a broad purpose of making new friends, networking and socializing with other professional singles in DMV area.  Events are hosted mainly in DC but also in VA and MD.  *********************************************************** To join, you should be (1) Friendly & fun (2) answer the profile questions, an …

I started this group because I love meetup.com and found that there was a need for a new group for those of us baby boomers over 50 in the Alexandria/Southern Fairfax County area.  Although you do not HAVE to be 50 or older to join, you have to want to be around and have fun with our fabulous baby boomers!  Also, you do not have to live in the Alexandria area, but many of our events will be scheduled in the Alexandria/DC area.  Perhaps you work in this area and would love something to do after w …

WELCOME TO BROADWAY BOUND/THE USHERS MEETUP Welcome and thanks for becoming a member of the Broadway Bound Meetup/The Ushers community! We are so happy that you have joined our group, and we hope to see you at our many upcoming events Broadway Bound Meetup is open to anyone interested in theater and the arts. Making friendships and sharing our love for theatre is the main purpose for Broadway Bound Meetup, so participate!" OUR EVENTS (MEETUPS) On our Meetup site, we provide you with thea …

Do you love the arts? Whether your passion is for music, dance, theater, film, writing, painting, photography...or all of the above, this group is for you! Come share your artistic skills or just mix and mingle with other creative types. There are many artistic events happening locally and in the greater Washington DC/Baltimore area.  This group is to bring together like-minded creatives within the local and nearby community to build friendships, share creative interests, and attend a variety of …

… This Meet Up group will provide a forum where Glam Drag Fans can seek out a great show and perhaps attend as a group to support the art of drag. Our first meeting will be a "meet and greet" that will take place in February at a restaurant in Maryland (metro accessible and plenty of parking is available in a near by garage). If you are a newbie to the art of drag we would be delighted to have you come out and learn more. If you are a veteran fan of the drag community, please come out to shar …

Like art exhibits, museums, indie movies, plays, lectures, cultural festivals, and other artsy-fartsy activities? Live in the metro DC or Baltimore Area? Looking for others who have the same interests or want to try something new? Join "The Culture Club" and check out the artsy side of town! No amount of artistic skill required - just an interest in arts appreciation and an interest in having fun.  If you have an idea for an event - please let us know! Suggested Donation: We have a suggested don …

    After spending more than 15 years in over 19 countries and 51 cities performing, teaching and organizing entertainment events I figure if I can't find it out there, I am more than capable of creating it myself. So here we go.   After my return to the US I started this group for entertainment lovers of ALL ages, sexes, sizes,and colors looking for a wider variety of Shows, Parties, Events and Classes where they can get together and enjoy themselves, but without breaking the bank.

“CITY GRAPES”  is. . .Washington Adventures, Maryland, Virginia, Russian Language, Brazilian Events, 20s, 30s, 40s, music Brazilian Events concerts, Happy Hour private party, New Enthusiast, Alexandria, Weekend, English, Washington, Tech Brazilian Events, Suburbs, Food, Happy Hour Enjoy, Salsa Dancing, Pubs, Brazilian Events, Clubs, Outdoor activities, Happy Road trips, 20s & 30s Dinner parties, Party People Group, Married, People, FREE, Membership, New Friend, Charities, Happy Hour Fundraising, …

… .<-- Group will participate in: Cultural Events Museum Tours (Smithsonian and more) Theatre Art Museum Tours Historic Homes Tours History Tours Social Events Dining Outs (Inexpensive and 5-Star) Sunday Brunchs Dim Sum High Tea Opera Movies Wine Tours Wine and Cheese Get Togethers Kennedy Center Civil War Tours Happy Hours (HH) Games Nights Holiday Gatherings Sightseeing Stargazing Hiking Biking Tennis Skiing Horseback Riding Bird Watching Beach Trips Travel to Exoti …