I am an avid reader mostly of mystery, thriller, suspense, fiction novels with Nelson Demille being my favorite author. However, I want to expand my horizons and meet up with other readers out there who share my interests in this genre or other genres who have read fascinating books that I may have been missing out on! Also, I'd love to meet some new women and make some new friends in the area so if you love to read - anything!- would like to socialize a little bit and have some interesting book …

Our group has both an online and physical presence.  We meet on the 4th Wednesday each month, 7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. at the Mt. Lebanon Library (16 Castle Shannon Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15228-2252).  In addition, we have an online group which interacts both here and at our other site at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/shsfbg  The South Hills Science Fiction Book Discussion Group focuses on classic, "hard," and/or award winning science fiction books. If you enjoy reading science fiction and have an opin …

Life is too short...   Life is too short to read boring books or to eat boring food at boring places or to do boring things! This is not the place for fuddy-duddies. This is the place for the calmly audacious. Dullsville has no place on our maps and our only four-letter word is YAWN. Here is where you are if you like your inner monologue at its' maximum potential. Here is where "these go to eleven".   We welcome you to join us and help us to turn things all the way up!

If you write, chances are someone wants to read it. If they'd want to read it, let's make sure that when they do read it, they want to read more! That means you're going to have to accept some basic realities, the first of which is: not all writers get paid for their work. Personally, I think that's a shame. If you're a writer, I want you to get paid! I want you to develop a reader-base so you can get your imagined realities out there for other people to enjoy! So, what this group will be …

You belong to Meetup and you've attended a meeting here and there. You may also belong to LinkedIn, or Facebook, you probably are also tweeting. But are you really getting what your want or need from those organizations? If not, read on... These forums are all serve a purpose, but wouldn't it be better to have an opportunity to join forces with a small group of business owners that have complementary skills and are willing and able to promote you. This is an exclusive group of carefully …

Hip Mama is a group for progressive women who love being moms. We're urban-minded and open-minded, but we don't all live in the city. Hip Mamas enjoy art, culture, literature, diverse music and diverse people. We want to take advantage of all that that Pittsburgh has to offer, especially out-of-the ordinary types of places and events, and share them with our offspring. We are working moms and moms who stay home (well, we try not to "stay home" too often, anyway). If this sounds like you, we'd lo …

Thanks for your interest in our group. Pittsburgh Open Minded Christians is a group of individuals who value the life-example and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. We welcome everyone who wishes to learn about the journey we are taking. The group is open and affirming, that means that gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered individuals are not only welcome but embraced. There is way too much hatred and bigotry in the world for we Christians to tolerate it in our congregations. I am an ordaine …

… For books that are available here, in the USA, I encourage discussions based on these books or any others that you might be reading. The point of this group is to keep the conversation focused on Italian Paganism, as practiced there and as practiced abroad by those who are drawn to its rich history. This is a place to forge new friendships and stretch the mind a bit ... both good things! Simply put ... anger and harmful words will not be tolerated. Note: After we gain members, we will probably h …

Does the Constitution mean what it says or do we read it with our own agenda? Learning and discussion group. Why is the First Amendment the first and not the second? Discuss current legislation and its constitutionality. Are we a Republic or Democracy? The connection of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. What are states rights? How can we educate others? How can we educate our legislators? If you don't have a copy of the constitution, one will be provided.

We play Board Games, Card Games, Roleplaying Games, Strategy Games, Euro Games, Miniature War Games, Historical Games, Word Games, Trivia Games, Dice Games, Video Games, Live Action Role Playing Games and Family Games in various groups throughout the Greater Pittsburgh Area in public places and private residences. We set up this Meetup group for all types of Gamers, from beginners to experienced, to be able to meet people, make new friends, enjoy social activities and play games together. Join a …

Entrepreneurial moms meet and network with each other.  Anyone who owns a business, wants to own one, is working on a creative venture, or wants to be around other businesswomen in Pittsburgh and surrounding neighborhoods can be a part of this Exchange.  You do not have to be a business owner yet. This Exchange is about networking, helping each other through trials and tribulations, questions, problems, educating and empowering each other.  We will invite speakers and experts on interesting topi …

Do you have a playgroup you love? Join us for a free two week trial! We are a group of parents dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of Pittsburgh area families with young children, through playgroups, events and social activities. Our purpose is to provide support, share ideas & form long lasting friendships. Most of our active members have younger children, so a majority of our events are centered toward children under 6 years old at this time. Please take this into consideration whe …

Grupetto Pittsburgh is an exclusively road cycling group dedicated to fun and safe riding. There are no dues. We are an eclectic group represented by many nationalities, men & women, young & tenured.  We seek fun, friendship, and fellowship. We ride in groups based on speeds ranging from 15 mph to 20 mph (ride dependent).  However, we strive to include the participation of true *road* cyclists of all fitness levels.  By our definition road cyclists are those who: 1.) Own a Road / Fitness / Hybri …

I stumbled across Gnostic writings and wanted to learn more from people that have studied it them-selves. but I couldn't find a group that gets together, So I’m going to try and form one, and I don't care if it's just one other person. But I am hoping for at least three people. :) There is so much writing on the topic it would take one person a very long time to read it all. There for I would like to meat and compare notes, and Also to allow those, who are interested, to have a group to support …

If you like to spend time outdoors, then this is the group for you! We offer you the opportunity to get outside through a variety of outdoor hiking events. Pittsburgh Hiking Meetup is run by volunteer leaders who love the outdoors and want to get people outside. We are not paid guides. We do this because we are passionate about being outdoors. We are outdoor enthusiasts like yourself. * Each volunteer determines what kind of hike they want to post. * Each event has different expectations, d …

The Pittsburgh French Meetup Group is a well established group for French speakers of all ages and abilities to meet up and practice French conversation & share interests in French culture.  We welcome native French speakers (and there are many) as well as beginners and all shades in-between.  We focus on conversation, fun events, and all aspects of French Culture.  French (& Vietnamese) are my first languages, and French (& Arabic) are Roula's first languages.  I started this group about 10 yea …