Looking for events

I read lots of profiles for inspiration from the before/after photo page. Often I read about members who attend WLS functions, luncheons, discussions, even cruises! Anyone know about any in the MD/VA/DC area? I am almost 3 months out from open RNY and feel great. Would like to meet other patients in my area. Cynthia S.

Cynthia, Congratulations!!! We have a local support group that meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Lexington Park Library 6:30 pm (I think I may have mentioned this to you before). We also have a website http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SO_MD_WLS/ I hope this is helpful. I would also be interesting in keeping in touch via email just let me know what you think. Tanya Lap RNY 11/17/05 327/287/150

Hi Cynthia, There also is a wls support group that meets at the SMECO Bldg on 301 in White Plains, Md on the 3rd Wed of ea month at 7pm. This month we will be hosting a local dentist who will be speaking on the issues for wls patients concerning dental health and unique problems we experience. We have frequent speakers. Plastic surgeons, bariatric surgeons , exercise physiologists etc. So there is always tons of info and support. You are welcome and bring anybody you'd like. Come on down **I regret it meets at the same time the Lex. Pk group meets. I wish ther 2 mtgs. could rearrange the dates so folks could attend both mtgs. and gain even more support and fellowship. Maybe we'll get to meet you soon, Mary * We also do a clothing exchange, people bring outgrown clothing and let anyone who wants to see what they can use. ( works best if stacked by general size ) What isn't taken has to be taken back by the one who brought it , because there is no place to store it tho. I have been blessed with a whole wardrobe via this exchange and am sooooo grateful...Hugs to my sweet benefactors *

Angel, thanks for the reply. Congrats on getting the Les Mis tickets, I tried but it's sold out. I've seen it 3 times, and it never gets old. ENJOY possibly one of the best musicals ever made!! in my opinion. Cynthia

I am part of the Shady Grove Adventist Hospital support group. Although it is run primarily by Dr. Barry Greene, many, many of us are not Dr Greene patients but now live in Montgomery County. We meet 2nd Monday and 4th Sunday of the month (www.advanced wls.com). We've gotten together to have a "simple supper" potluck once a month. Everyone brings a dish and it's lots of fun. I'm hosting the January Simple Supper on Saturday, January 14th at 4 pm. I hope this is convenient for most of you. It'll be early enough that the youngins can go out afterwards and us, older folks can get to relax early and those of us Post-Ops (WLS and PS) can get off our feet! I'm right near Cabin John Shopping Center/Montgomery Mall. Email me off line for address and directions. RSVP with what you're bringing so we're sure to have lots of variety. Bring your favorite low carb dish and recipe. Pre-Ops and Post-Ops are welcome. Meet everyone, have fun, eat good stuff, ask all your questions and get helpful hints. Come One - Come All Gale