A book discussion group for members and friends of the LGBT community. Although the focus here is on reading and discussing books of specific interest to the community, we will read books from other genres, as well. We'll meet on the first Friday of every month to discuss our current selection and select a book for the following month. We'll also schedule occasional MeetUps at museums, concert venues, and restaurants. Whatever strikes our collective fancy.

Make new friends while discussing books and movies of all genres. We'll meet for coffee or dinner at cafes or restaurants in Corona. You don't have to be reading the current selection to join the discussion. All you have to do is enjoy reading and feel like talking about it. In addition to books and movies, other various social events may be organized such as fairs, festivals, plays, brunch, wine tastings, etc. Join this group if you are interested in meeting new people, making new friends, read …

This is a fabulous group of women who have been meeting to discuss great reads since 1996. We welcome women of all ages - just bring a love of reading and a willingness to participate in some great discussions. The group meets at the El Toro Library Community Room on the first Tuesday of each month, from 7-9 pm. One member prepares information about the author (unless it's an autobiography or biography, of course) and then we have a moderator who helps guide the discussion. We read fiction and n …

Este es un grupo para entusiastas de la poesía escrita en español (esto incluye traducciones). Nuestro énfasis es doble: disfrutar y estudiar la poesía escrita en español y además promover la creación literaria entre los participantes.

NOTE: This is a COED book club. Each member is an avid reader and likes to discuss what they have read. In The Literary Lounge, we will read books from a variety of genres. Each month a different member will choose a book. We take turns meeting in members' homes. Also incorporated may be  be lunches, dinners, or events that are of interest to the members. We, on occasion, will watch the movies based on the books we read. There is an attendance policy: members should attend at least one event ev …

A group dedicated to the advancement of Conservative principles, the advocation of liberty and the opposition of tyranny. Strict adherence to our founding documents as intended by our founders and framers as opposed to ideology. It's time to get back to the Framers ideals of individual liberty and private property rights that compose the Conservative message, that along with Montesquieu and Locke amalgamated the vision our founders intended for our Republican government. A gathering of like mind …

The Mind Body Spirit Business Network is a Network for people who have chosen to be a light in our world & desire to meet & network with others who are doing the same. This is your Kinder Gentler Business Connection and an Inspiring & Empowering Business Community. We champion those who are taking the risk to ride today's entrepreneurial wave & have the courage to be creators of their own path. We attract people with integrity who are interested in pushing their boundaries beyond what they th …

February 23rd 12:00am to 3:00pm An all new experience in OPEN MIC poetry... We will allow 4 poem or 6 minute read time for this 1st event, future events events will include feature but this time it's all us. 3 full hours, let’s have coffee, lunch and cocktails, this being the 1st one, we need as many people as possible to keep it going. Everything on the menu is reasonably priced & as always, please, a 2 item min for the house LET’S MAKE THIS HAPPEN LRWH is associated with: LA Poets - Writer’s R …

We are a group of literary translators living in Southern California. An informal forum/workshop for sharing our work in progress, getting feedback, and connecting with a local community of translators. We might also want to organize readings or other activities. We are aiming for weekend gatherings on a monthly basis, in different corners of our rather large geographical area.

A group of motivated, advanced writers who have completed at least one novel or collection of short stories and who have and continue to study the craft and art of writing fiction. Membership is limited because of the focused attention that we desire to share through honest but positive critique. If you have never read or heard of Joseph Campbell's, The Hero with a Thousand Faces, then his group may not be a good fit.

The Black Expressions Book Club focuses on African American literature. Come out and make new friends, have lively discussions and FUN in the San Gabriel Valley area.

We will read mysteries, memoirs, chick-lit, YA and crossover lit, literature a little bit of everything! Check out my blog here: http://ya100words.blogspot.com/  If you are looking to meet other young ladies your age in Orange County, then this is the place!

This group was created to bring together individuals who read books for substance and ideas. This group is open to artists, musicians, scientists, engineers, and anyone who likes to examine and exchange ideas, respect others' opinions, and is open to learning something from others. We find we get together to discuss what might otherwise be serious topics, but we end up laughing a lot, because it's such a joy to express ourselves and share our ideas...and go off topic now and then. We currently h …

We have been Yorba Linda's social hub since 1913. There's truly something for every one. No longer just a repository of books the library has a little bit of everything including: music, dvds, blu-rays, books on cd, books, ebooks, and more. We offer a large variety of free events varying in topic areas. Events range from cooking and gardening, to social media marketing, to herb garden mixology. Join us for any events that tickle your fancy, you won't be disappointed.

El tema de este Grupo Meetup es seleccionar una lectura contemporanea de origen hispano, leerlo, y reunirnos para discutir el tema (y las influencias, impactos culturales, ...en fin..., lo que surge). Mantendremos una mezcla de autores de España/Sudamerica/Centroamerica/México. Bienvenidos a los lectores a que les fascina la lengua/cultura española y latinoamericana. Bienvenidos también a todos los niveles del idioma español, no importa si tiene un nivel principiante o sea de herencia natal. -- …

So many great books, so little time. You know it's good to expand your mind and imagination through reading, so let our group help! We'll meet and discuss wonderful reads on a monthly basis. Sometimes we'll meet at a member's house or at a local restaurant. Don't fret, there will always be food and wine if you choose to imbibe. I started this group because I just moved to Claremont and there were not many book clubs in this area. We welcome ladies from Claremont, La Verne, Upland, Pomona, Montcl …

Welcome to the Ex-East Coasters and Friends Meetup Group! You have found your East Coast Family! East Coasters tend to find each other and really enjoy hanging out together. It doesn't matter if you just moved here last year, or 25 years ago, we all agree, our hearts are still back east. We are quick to share our point of views, our attitude, our jokes, our favorite ethnic foods, our sport teams, the arts and literature, political interests, and travel interests. We seem to bond without effort, …

"The dreamers of the day are dangerous people. For they dream their dreams with open eyes, and make them come true.” ~D.H. Lawrence Poets and Dreamers Between our three related groups, Poets and Dreamers thrives as a multi-faceted circle of over one thousand professional and creative writers who gather throughout Southern California. Our vibrant, active circle represents established and aspiring authors of commercial fiction, non-fiction, memoir, romance, crime and legal fiction, short fiction …

We are a group of women over 50 who live in the Belmont Shore/Long Beach area that love reading good literature and enjoy making new friends. We meet once each month (generally the second Friday of the month) at a member's home or a location within our community for an afternoon / evening of appetizers, socializing and book discussion. I'm excited with the potential of this group for making new friends - all of who find joy in reading books of all genres, meeting new people and just having fun. …

*Please note the group is currently closed to new members as we manage the size of our group not outgrowing the size of our meeting location.  If you are interested in joining the group, I am taking a waiting list for when we re-open the group to new members again.  Feel free to email the organizer for details.* We are an open minded, eclectic group and pick books in all areas by all authors (not just women). From Fiction to Non-Fiction, Mystery to Romance and everything in-between, it's hard t …

Meet other local Harry Potter fans to discuss all things HP!

My job as a Coordinator is to help "Link" women together, by connecting, collaborating and creating a community of women that supports one another within the group but also outside. The Heart Link Women's Networking meeting begins with a light meal and socializing. This part of the event is where the bonding process begins. After the meal, women attendees receive 3 minutes to showcase their businesses, products or services and distribute literature. After the formal networking many women gather …

THIS GROUP IS PRIVATE. Membership is by invitation only. We are a No Drama, ladies social group. We may get together for lunch at a nice quiet cemetery, have afternoon tea at a museum, or dinner at a local haunted house. We are individuals with a unique style each our own. We don't follow trends, but sometimes we may start them. We know what we like and are open to finding more of interest. Many of us have interests in several topics such as literature, history, tea, science, theater, beading, a …

A group dedicated to helping people lose their faith*, fears, and superstitions through music, art, and literature. *faith - to pretend to know things you do not know.

Who says there has to be shame in being a nerd? Some of us may like Civil War era literature a little too much and Tivo Jeopardy!, but that doesn't mean we can't go out and have a good time. This group is for 20- and 30-somethings who are looking to meet fun, down-to-earth people their age who also happen to share some supposedly 'less than cool' interests. The type of events we do runs the gamut, from board game nights, pub quizzes and ice skating to lectures at the Aquarium of the Pacific and …

We are The Long Beach Lesbian Group (LBL) Meetup: a community of open-minded, positive, non-judgemental lesbians who enjoy being with other lesbians in diverse social activities throughout southern California. We welcome your membership and encourage you to join us as we meet to have fun while enriching ourselves along the way. Our only requirement is that you post a recognizable headshot of yourself . If reading this has accelerated your heartbeat and caused shortness of breath, please join ou …

Get to know other fun girls in the (plus or minus) 30 to 40-year-old range who enjoy reading and would like to branch out and form quality friendships that aren’t superficial. While the structure of the group is organized around a book, there will not be any pop quizzes! Meetings will be a fun, SOCIAL atmosphere. This group welcomes women in any life situation (married/new mom/single/whatever), so long as you have a fun, upbeat attitude, and can enjoy a cocktail, great food and meeting new peop …

If you are interested in: Sci-Fi Fantasy Horror Mythology Manga Comics D&D Board Games Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Star Wars Harry Potter Then this is the place for you! We have a group members in a variety of age groups, from teenagers to 40- and 50-somethings, so don't worry about feeling like you're too old or too young!