… I'm a mediocre reader at best and have a grand total of zero degrees in literature. It's a bummer when you go to a book club, and it turns into a philosophy lecture led by the one random person in the group who has read the book twelve times, wrote a peer-reviewed article on how the author's perspective shaped modern society, and is (self-labeled as) better-read than 99% of the population. So please don't be that person.   This is the general schedule of reading for the year: January - Vol. 1 "S …

A context for discussing philosophical questions pertaining to the nature and workings of literary fiction, and the fictional arts generally. Examination of concepts of and issues in fiction. Philosophical discussion of relevant essays, shorter fiction, etc. Should be of interest to anyone who likes to converse about fiction. Meetings usually in San Francisco, at a cafe walkable from BART.    

Meet others who deliberately seek out challenging foreign, avant-garde, and experimental films screened in San Francisco or Berkeley. After each film, we will get together for conversation at a cafe. If you, like me, also enjoy thought-provoking literature, check out my Classic Literature and Cafes Club: http://www.meetup.com/Classic-Literature-and-Cafes

Poetry, short stories, plays, novels, history, philosophy, science, not necessarily in that order, classics that are worthy of discussion, current and past, western and non-western, these are the works we discuss. The discussion is what is most important. We discuss these works to enlarge our understanding of the ideas that shape our culture and gain a deeper appreciation for what it means to be human.

This is a group of those interested in the Latin language - i.e. the Language spoken in the Roman empire and the great poets Cicero, Virgil, Ovid and Lucretius. The idea is to meet, read in Latin and experience this great language.

Fascinated about all aspects of psychology?   We'll read books regarding social and behavioral psychology, discuss the potential power of neuroplasticity, and talk to others who share the same passion. The first book will be Thinking, Fast and Slow. Subsequent books will cover key areas in psychology such as: - Behavioral psychology - Decision-making - Behavioral economics - Organizational psychology - Positive psychology   Sample books: Nudge, Predictably Irrational, Mistakes Were Made, etc. Fu …

We will read quality fiction and then engage in a lively exchange of ideas at our monthly meeting in Redwood Shores. The meeting always take place the last Tuesday of every month from 6-8pm at Redwood Shores Library. The first half hour will be for introductions and socializing. Please feel free to bring a refreshment or appetizer to share with the other members.  The final half hour will be for discussing or voting on upcoming book selections. **We occasionally have book-based movie outings to …

Calling all bookanistas!  Welcome to The Page Turners of Silicon Valley.  This is a book club for mature women who enjoy a variety of books, lively discussion and convivial company in a pleasant setting.  It is a chance to meet new people and make new friends.   

I've recently developed a workshop called The Inner Meaning of Lord of the Rings. I'm adapting it as a youth workshop caller Life Lessons from Lord of the Rings. If you'd like to explore these ideas with me - that's what the group is about. I think any Lord of the Rings fan would get a lot out of this group.

Do you like dodgeball, soccer, basketball, or running? Or maybe you just like being silly? If so, come play quidditch with us in Mountain View! And yes, we have brooms!

Hi everyone, this is a group for INFPs of the Bay Area! Let's go on hikes, tour museums, and hang out at cafes. We can share our experiences and thoughts on personality theory, psychology, literature, music, art, work and more. Hopefully we'll all make new friends in the process. Activity suggestions and discussion topics are welcome. So are similar Myers-Briggs personality types, including other NFs (ENFPs, ENFJs and INFJs) as well as ISFPs and INTPs.  If you have not taken the Myers-Briggs tes …

Ever wished you were a member of one of those "book clubs" you see in the movies where we meetup and talk about books and share experiences and laugh and just have fun while building lasting friendships? Well that's what we want this book club to be! The goal is to build a core group of young women (generally 20-somethings) who are looking to build close friendships, have fun, and of course read books!! (Book genres could include chick-lit, young adult, historical fiction, self-help, bestsellers …

Hi - I'm Rick... a long-time professional actor, director, vocalist and clown. LIVE Performance and Theatre is my passion! Meet up with other FUN people in the South Bay and the greater SF Bay Area who enjoy LIVE theatre! The California Theatre Center (CTC) in Sunnyvale (I am the Marketing Director here), Broadway Touring Shows, SJ Rep, SJ Stage Company, City Lights, Theatreworks, Berkeley Rep, Shakespeare Santa Cruz, SF Shakes, and various amateur & school performances... I seek out the best an …

… Depending on your needs in the group, we may also do basic education about migraine and headache, debunk myths, trade current research and literature, refer each other to neurologists in the area. Everyone is welcome, regardless of the treatment protocol you're using: preventive medications, pain killers, alternative healing, lifestyle interventions, a combination of two, three, four, or neither---we respect each others' methods. We NEVER judge. If we stumble here, we self-correct. The group is …

We are 30 something Indian dynamic professional couple with two elementary school going kids. We are looking for similar working or non-working couples with kids who would like to increase their social circle. We are a fun relaxed couple who love good old fashioned conversation over a good class of wine. We plan to do meet ups which include working and non working couples and their kids in and around the bay area area. Some of our interests are music, travel, literature, potlucks, celebrating In …

… We cover topics that range from beliefs, history, science, psychology, culture, the arts, personal relationships, and literature, within a Biblical context. Did you know that the Bible is not just an instruction manual? Did you know that the Bible is not just for Christians? Did you know that the Bible is one of the most important project records of God, humanity and the universe? Did you know that the Bible is not mystical? It is not whimsical, it is not difficult to understand from a project m …