Columbia Dogs on the Go is a community of dog lovers in and near Columbia, Maryland! We like to get out and about with our dogs—meeting other dog lovers and their dogs! Our Meetups are usually easy leashed group walks of about 2 miles round-trip--typically along the Columbia pathways, around local lakes, and in county parks. We welcome all friendly dogs—small, medium and large! Visit our website too! www.cdogsgo.com Dog-friendly places to eat Great places to walk your dog Dog parks Dog events …

Admit it...Who owns who in this relationship? I am Michelle and I am owned by two Scottish Terriers, Connor and Tess. My dogs are NOT spoiled....I am well trained. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ This is meetup group of humans who are owned by their four-legged friends and proud of it. We value the relationships we have with our dogs and we enjoy getting out and being active with them. We are all dog lovers who will gather regularly in the Laurel, M …

Do you love being outdoors? Need a break from the gym? Weekday Outdoor Women connects active women on weekdays during the school year for outdoor fitness. Try a new activity or find new friends to share in your favorite sport, be it hiking, tennis, walking your dog, or whatever! This group offers a true "smorgasbord" of activities for any woman who craves the outdoors: hiking, walking (with or without dogs), running/jogging, biking, tennis, and even skiing (yes, it's possible to ski at Whitetail …

A group for adventurous dogs and their people. The plan is to set up meetups for some of our favorite things to do with our dogs: off-leash hiking, walking, group playdates, training field trips, on-leash socialization walks etc. We'll try out new things when we find them...we're open to all suggestions! We don't discriminate based on breed or type, but we do ask that dogs are non-dog-aggressive to attend certain events, such as group playdates or off-leash hikes.

Hello dog lovers! For the safety of everyone, all events will be ON LEASH with the exception of dog parks. Most events will be held in the Catonsville, Columbia, Ellicott City and other areas nearby. This group is for hiking, walking, dog events, yappy hours, dog parks, and anything else that is dog related. We do not breed discriminate, however only non-aggressive dogs are allowed. You can also find us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MLDogs - where I post dog articles, dog information, b …

Active Excursions will  be doing free night hikes at Patapsco every other Wednesday night at 8:00PM.   Active Excursions, has paid all meetup.com fee's so we can keep these trips free! We will be doing these year round, every other Wednesday night in various locations in Patapsco. Please bring your own headlamp or flashlight and water. We may have a few extra headlamps floating around if you need one, please send us a message if you need one. This will be an easy, no drop night hike. The hike is …

The Chesapeake Audubon Society works in the Maryland region to promote the stewardship of natural ecosystems through conservation, restoration, education, and advocacy. We schedule hikes, canoe trips, and educational events throughout the year to help members and guests learn about birds, plants, and the natural world around them. Beginners are welcome!

GO to the Dog Park! GO to the Dog Park! is a new group launched by Columbia Dogs on the Go on a trial basis. With several dog parks in the area—and two more planned for Columbia—there will be plenty of opportunities for play! GO to the Dog Park! allows you to use Meetup's networking tools to connect with others at dog parks. It is a member-led group. Any member can set up a dog park “Meetup.” The Organizer's role is to facilitate and moderate postings, and not to organize Meetups. This group wi …

Greetings! We are a fun group of  STAY AT HOME MOMS (Dads are welcome too) in Howard County Maryland who get together weekly for play dates, lunches, walks, events, and classes. Its great for us mommies to make friends and our kids occasionally have fun too;-) Please check out our PAGE to learn more about our group. Come and join us!

This group is designed for women over 40 who want to have fun and create meaningful friendships. Studies reveal having real friendships are beneficial and critical to our health and well being. This group is for women who - for whatever reason have looked around and realized, “Hm--I don’t have many girlfriends anymore.”  This group is intended to be a supportive and uplifting environment. Women who want to try new things, share their own interests and passions, and build new friendships. The gro …

We are a Christ-centered, Bible-based ministry to Christian singles in the Baltimore-Washington area. Our purpose is to provide a spiritual environment where Christian singles may praise and worship the Lord, hear and practice the Word through Christian ministry, and fellowship with one another (through our service and activities). Our Sunday service generally includes a time of worship, followed by a speaker or DVD on a topic  relevant to growing in our Christian walk.  Occasionally we have Chr …

This group is for families that want to get outside with other families. We camp, hike, bike, swim, kayak, explore, and adventure with our 2 boys ages 4 and 5. Sometimes Mom comes and sometimes not. It would be great to have some other families that would get out with us. Our favorite places are The Shenandoahs VA, Western MD, Northern DE, etc, but we have been all over. We love going to new places. We make good use of public campgrounds but try to avoid the really crowded ones. The state and na …

Monthly Meditation Gathering What if you could explore meditation and spirituality with a group of like-minded people, but without the dogma that can come with "organized religion?" If you are seeking nourishment for the soul but can't seem to find a group that fits you, we invite you to check us out. We seek to practically apply timeless wisdom from a variety of traditions to our everyday lives. The gathering will include guided meditation with instruction and spiritual discussion. Seekers of a …

Do you wish you had more support from other women? Welcome to the Women's Encouragement Circle in Columbia, Maryland! This group is a therapy service.  The cost for members is $50 per person per session and we meet once per month. Koru therapy groups are small, intimate groups. A maximum of 20 members are allowed to join to ensure that people get to know one another better and make lasting friendships. The group started in September 2010, and is ongoing. We discuss topics like: -Depression and …

Come Meetup for friendship and reassurance, parenting and career advice, stories and fun. Sometimes we just need to get out of the house....or at least out of our own house! Walks in parks & malls, crafts or coffee. Just something to get us moving with other mothers! All are welcome so bring the kids!

What is a Fab Lab? The CCBC (Community College of Baltimore County) MIT Fab Lab is a high tech workshop open to the public where entrepreneurs, product developers, inventors, and business people can get help making prototypes of their inventions. What do I have to Do to Use the CCBC MIT Fab Lab & What Can I Do There? After you take the Fab Lab Introduction safety and training class, you will have access to a ShopBot CNC milling/routing machine, UPrint 3D printer, Roland vinyl cutter, Epilog lase …

OUTgirlz of Central Maryland is a social group for lesbian women aged 21 and over who are looking to network and foster new friendships. We are based in Howard County, Maryland, however, our events are not limited to the Howard County area. We host events throughout Maryland as well as in DC and Nothern Virginia. Our goals are to create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for our members and to build a community of diverse, positive, and supportive women. OUTgirlz is not intended to be a "dat …

After searching around, I am having trouble finding "mommy groups" for working mothers. I know I am not alone in the area, so I thought I'd start this group. The purpose of this group is to get working moms in the area together for play dates, just hanging out, walks in the park, dinners, and anything else we can come up with. Looking for Columbia area moms (and dads!) of babies, infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who work full time. Anyone can join our group, but events will be scheduled with …

This group is for outdoor enthusiasts! Hosted by a group of fun-loving professionals, our mission is to explore new places and activities while meeting like-minded individuals. All skill levels are welcome from beginners to experts- and anyone in between! Come check out what the Greater Baltimore area has to offer for outdoor recreation. This group will host the following activities: kayaking, hiking, biking, environmental clean-ups, trail running and snowshoeing. Join L.L.Bean of Columbia for w …

According to the American Veterinary Hospital Association, 1 out of 4 more pets would survive an emergency if just one pet first aid technique were applied prior to receiving emergent veterinary care. PetStructor teaches Pet Tech's PetSaver program, the premier pet CPR, first aid, and care training. The 8 hour course uses both lecture and hands-on demonstration to enhance the learning and practical experience. Students will have the opportunity to perform 3 types of physical assessment, 3 types …