Artist Meetups For Women

Women's Wellness Summit in Vienna

A Rainy Day is a Painting Day (Reston)

Join us for a Free Community Day at the National Museum for Women in the Arts

🎨 Meetup at Lake Anne Village Center

**Join us for a creative and relaxing afternoon at the historic mid‑century modern Lake Anne Village Center in Reston.** The area is full of inspiration—people, architecture, nature, and outdoor cafés. You can also check out the exhibits at the art galleries Reston Community Center and the Reston Art Gallery. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just beginning your artistic journey, this meetup offers a welcoming space to practice your skills, connect with fellow artists, and enjoy a supportive, creativity‑filled atmosphere. *** ✨ **What to Expect** We’ll gather on the lake near the bench with the sculpture of Reston founder Robert Simon and wait about 10 minutes before heading out. If you’re coming from the parking lot, walk past the Lake Anne Coffee & Wine Bar and Kalypso's Sports Tavern toward the lake—you’ll see us there. We’ll meet back at **3:30 PM** to share our sketches and artwork. Feel free to arrive late or leave early. Questions? Call Ellen at **[520-444-1144](tel:5204441144)**. *** 🖌 **What to Bring** Your favorite sketching materials, painting supplies, tablets, and any other art supplies you love using. Let's come together and create some beautiful art! See you there.

Fountain Pen & Stationery Hangout 🖋️

Let’s meet again to share the joy of fountain pens with each other! Bring your spare inks to swap samples, if you enjoy that sort of thing. Journaling and art is welcome as well. See you there!

Women's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class in Herndon, VA 🥋

Join us every **Tuesday** from **6:00 PM** to **7:00 PM** at the [Pedro Sauer Academy of Self-Defense](https://www.pedrosaueracademy.com/) (PSA) in [Herndon, VA](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herndon,_Virginia) for a women's only [Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_jiu-jitsu) (BJJ) **gi class** designed for **all experience levels**. The **drop-in fee** for non-members is **$20** and can be **paid on-site**, or **[sign up for a week of training for free](https://www.pedrosaueracademy.com/).** Beginners and experienced grapplers alike will find a **welcoming**, **supportive environment** where women **train together**, **grow together**, and **push each other forward**. **What to expect**: Each session covers practical BJJ techniques with a focus on real-world **[self-defense](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-defense)**, **body mechanics**, and **positional grappling** \-\- building **functional fitness** alongside genuine **technical skill**. Class runs from **6:00 PM** to **7:00 PM**, followed by **open mat** for those who want to **continue training**, **drill techniques**, or **get additional sparring rounds** in. This class is for you if: * You're curious about BJJ and want to try it in a **women's only setting** * You want to **develop practical self-defense skills** * You're looking for a **fitness routine** that's **challenging**, **fun**, and **actually useful** * You already train and want **dedicated mat time with other women** No gear? No problem! Just show up -- **loaner gis** are available if you don't have one yet.

Live Music - Mama's Black Sheep @ Lost Rhino Brewing Co.

Craft Night at Vine Alley!

The Arts of Life with Nancy Burbridge - Design the Life You Imagine

Learn how to draw, paint, and explore the beauty within, cultivating the best version of yourself in a serene and supportive environment. **You're Invited to 'Arts of Life'.** Join us every month at the Meditation Museum Virginia for creativity, relaxation, and self-discovery. In this interactive session, you will learn how to draw, paint, and explore the beauty within, cultivating the best version of yourself in a serene and supportive environment. Come experience the magic of art and meditation as tools for self-expression and inner growth. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore! We can't wait to see you there! **In Person at the Meditation Museum - Virginia** **FREE EVENT - Registration Required** *Support the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum with your tax deductible contribution.* **Held at Brahma Kumaris Meditation Museum - Virginia** **14020 Thunderbolt Place, Suite 200 , Second Floor Chantilly, VA**

Ladies of NOVA: Taste of Japan🇯🇵

Live Music (MBS) @ Lost Rhino

Beginner Zentangle Class

To sign up, visit our calendar: https://www.wellnessloudoun.org/event-details-registration/back-to-school-mind-reset-beginners-zentangle-r-class-2 Back-to-School Reset. Take a well-deserved pause as school begins and make something beautiful. In this relaxing, beginner-friendly class, Certified Zentangle Teacher Kerstin Becker of ArtCafe Studios will guide you step by step as you create a charming Zentangle art piece using the Zentangle Method®. Simple patterns will quiet the mind and spark your creativity. No art skills needed. Kerstin Becker is a Transformational Arts Coach, fine-art photographer, and Certified Zentangle Teacher in Ashburn, VA. Through [ArtCafe Studios](https://artcafephotography.com/), she integrates mindful art (Zentangle®, Neurographic Art, and more), gentle breathwork, and soothing sound meditation into experiences that support gentle healing, restore calm, spark clarity, and build confidence. No art experience is needed, just a willingness to let go for a moment. Kerstin has master-level training in sound-based relaxation (Master Sound Healer) and brings an empathetic, heart-centered approach to everything she does.