This book club is for those people who aren't content with only reading and discussing the likes of popular classics and mainstream literature.  If you are in the mood for something a bit edgy, rebellious, and/or eccentric, then you've come to the right place. Focusing on revolutionary literature, cult classics, and less-mainstream topics and genres, we meet on a monthly basis in The Marigny at Flora's. Please join us for reading, conversation, debate, food, coffee and/or other tasty beverages. …

Do you love to read? Then this is the group for you!! This group will meet on the second Tuesday of every month somewhere in the Baldwin County area. Each month a book will be chosen to discuss, but we will also talk about books we're reading in general, and possibly do book swaps or view films based on books. Sound fun? Join us!

Banquets & Books is for people who are passionate about food and reading and who enthusiastically discuss books--fiction and non--about all aspects of food, cooking and eating. The plan is to meet every six weeks or so at my house. Each time, we’ll read and discuss a book on any and all topics related to food. Sometimes we'll see a film and then discuss it.  As we talk, we’ll have a little wine (or what you will) and we’ll eat and sometimes cook together. What we've read so far:  52 Loaves, …

The name says it all, we are a group of ladies that love to read. This is about the enjoyment of reading, good times, and networking. You are not required to read every book selected to be a part of our casual group. We ladies live very busy lives. Come out make some new friends and have a cup of whatever you like to drink. The books will come from Oprah's book club and suggestions from the group. A contribution of 5 dollars per year to pay membership dues to meetup.com is greatly appreciated. H …

Welcome! This is a women-only group for ages 18 & up. The focus of the books we read will not be on literary works of art. We will look for fun and entertaining easy reads. The kind that even the busiest lady will be able to to find time to get through. I plan to have meetups once or twice a month at a local restaurant. I am open to suggestions, willing to meet anywhere from Bay St. Louis to Ocean Springs. I also plan to have some other meetups that are not book related for anyone who is interes …

This is a club for people who enjoy reading and making friends. We all decide on a book and meet in Chad's Bistro to discuss it about once a month. Anyone can join regardless of where you live. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. We're looking forward to meeting new members!

The French Book Club is all about reading and discussing a new book in French each month! We meet every second Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm at the Alliance Française of New Orleans (AFNO), 1519 Jackson Ave. This Club is FREE for Alliance Française members and $5 for non-members. A limited number of books are available for purchase at the AFNO for $15. The upcoming books and schedule can be found at http://af-neworleans.org/index.php?page=book-club.

[You must read carefully the following group description if you consider joining.] Because this group is called a seminar, it has a much tighter structure than your typical meetup group. (See below the Wikipedia entry for Seminar.) We read privately and then discuss in a small group the very best short stories -- classics and contemporary ones -- as long as they are available online or in affordable book form. We also read and discuss criticism, that is, commentaries on our selected stories and …

I think we can all agree that eventually some sort of apocalypse is coming and wiping the human race off the face of the Earth. So it might be appealing to discuss this imminent incident. This is a club dealing with post-apocalyptic fiction from any outlet (books, films, tv, maybe even games).

Meet kindred book lovers in a local Meetup Book Club! We'll choose a work of classic or contemporary fiction each month and share the joys of good literature and good company. *                  *                                         *               * We typically meet on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 11am at the Sound Cafe' in the Marigny to discuss our MAIN SELECTION -- classic or superior contemporary fiction. We try to keep it around 300 pages. Depending on the interest and availabil …

We are a friendly and easy-going group of parents who get together for no-cost or low-cost playdates, family events, and social outings.  Please read the "About Us" page for more information about the group and how to join.

This Baton Rouge-based group is for all of us mommies that want to get the kids out to play and to meet other moms! Let's get together to play with the kids, talk, have lunch, or whatever sounds fun! We typically meet at parks, storytimes, and indoor play places, and we also visit the zoo, the swamp, and the museum. Kids' ages vary mostly from newborn to 4. We have at least 2 events a week, often more. In order to protect our families and children, we are a private group. Before joining, we re …

Are you in the midst of change? Need a fun way to figure out next steps for what you yearn for in life? Feel stuck or blocked creatively? Want connection with others who are in the throes of reinventing themselves and plotting next steps? Would it feel good to have some structure for the journey? I am Connie Pace, a Life Coach, trained at Martha Beck Institute, who recently moved to Bay St. Louis. My goal is to help others get out of their own way to live the life they desire. I love reading tho …

Sisters On The Move! (Who We Are) An organization created to be an outlet for women empowering women and where sisters from all walks of life unite! To create a unique Sisterhood that will foster a sense of community and family. To celebrate our differences and to discover our similarities, to help heal, uplift, support and to encourage each other through community awareness and friendship. We are very committed to enhancing our quality of life. Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organiza …

Let’s get together for inspiration to create stories that are powerful enough to publish. This group is all about the process of taking great ideas and manifesting those into works of art. From how to create your first novel, poem, script or short story all the way to the differences between on demand and traditional publication; this group is a wealth of information. Let’s encourage one another to successful products for the changing literary industry. Meetups will be at local North Shore busin …

THE ME GOD SEES® BOOK CLUB is an opportunity for persons with a specific interest in personal development books to come together and help each other experience fulfilling lives. Anyone seriously interested in changing their lives is ideal for the book club. Our initial book is A COURSE IN WEIGHT LOSS by Marianne Williamson. The book is available in hard or paperback and can be easily acquired from any bookstore.

Based on Julia Cameron's book "The Artist's Way," this group helps you re/uncover your hidden creativity and help your inner artist bloom. Through readings and exercises in the book, we will work our way through a 12-step process of artistic discovery. You don't need to be a working artist to join the group, just someone who wants to develop your creative side. The group meets the first and third Wednesday of the month and when the book's finished, we start again! Even if you don't join the grou …

Would you like to meet up with other Libertarians? These meetups are intended for casual conversation on libertarian topics. Let us know if you would like to add a different venue. Events may be cancelled if others do not RSVP. Please keep conversation civil as not to disrespect the owners, employees, and other customers in these businesses. The Libertarian Party in St Tammany Parish: - wants to have representation with a core of individual liberty. - supports rights, freedom, and liberty as wel …

We are composed of researchers, professionals, students, and hobbyists in the computer security and digital forensics space. The purpose of group is to bring members of all IT-related fields together for a monthly meeting where interesting topics in information security can be presented and members can then network in an informal environment. We generally have speakers talks per monthly meeting using the "fire talks" format. This will include having three speakers present for five to tens minute …

Join us in the Free Powerpath Sunday Morning Healing Circle and Guided World Peace Meditation, for Healing Ourselves, Our City and Our Planet. It will be held at Unity Temple, 3722 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, La. Time: 9 am to 10 am. The guided meditation is led by Mike Wittenbrink, MBA. Or Join us in the courses offered by the Powerpath Academy, which will empower you to lead a healthier and happier life. PA 101: "The Most Powerful Secrets to Empower You." Awaken the Powers of Your Mind. …

This is a small peer-support group which desires to learn ways of overcoming social anxiety. We will share with each other our challenges and be using some helpful cognitive behavioral therapy charts. We will meet at Caffe! Caffe! located at 4301 Clearview Parkway or we might meet at Lafreniere park on ''Picnic Island" under the well-lit, great big shelter. We will be reading a good book: 'Overcoming Social Anxiety and Shyness' by Gillian Butler. Found thru Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Overcomi …

We meet in Members' homes or in public spaces such as libraries, coffee houses, parks. Sitting in a circle, we discuss from the heart soulful/sacred short poems that we have selected and pondered in advance. Every other month we also gather to discuss the latest issues of the magazine THE SUN -- and, upon approval, articles of older issues. Check with the Organizers if you have any questions regarding the selection process.

We are a once-a-month reading and discussion group that concentrates on Social / Economic / Political / Philosophical issues.

Find the Path to Your Power! Self-Empowerment Courses from Powerpath Academy will lead you to a more successful and happier life. Weekly class! Every Tuesday, starts February 19, 2013. PA 101: "The Secret Process to Your Ultimate Success -- The Letters of Transformation." We are all in emotional pain from what others have said or done to us. Learn how you can: get out of pain, heal yourself, take back your power, and create a happier life. This is the most powerful self-healing process …

Rumi was many things in his life and one of the most important was master presenter of heart-space. It appears as though from the time he met his teacher, Shams of Tabriz, he began to exist almost continuously within that heart-space and his nearly every utterance was poetic presentation of that inner landscape revealing the possibilities of experience that this human existence offers. While he was one of the best educated people of his time, he obviously had a Knowledge you don't get in college …

Science cafés are live events that involve a face-to-face conversation with a scientist about current science topics or simply an informal discussion among folks with an interest in pursuing science literacy. A Science Cafe' is open to everyone, and take place in casual settings such as libraries, coffeehouses, private homes. Reading of books, magazines, articles partaining to the sciences is encouraged. A science cafe' is certainly not limited to the natural sciences. All forms of scholarship a …

This group is for lovers of British Culture. Whether you love to sip tea or hoist a pint, watch Dr. Who or read Harry Potter, listen to the Beatles or Coldplay, this group is for you! Some of the British-themed events to be organized are Pub Nights, British Film and Telly Night, Afternoon Tea, and watching football (soccer) games at local pubs.