I'm looking for a small group of people who would like to read contemporary books in the Italian language. Examples are Senza Sangue by Alessandro Baricco or Io non ho paura by Niccolo' Ammaniti.  We'll focus on short books of 150 pages or less. If Italian isn't your native language you need to have at least a year of formal Italian class but preferably two years and be at the low intermediate level (A2-B1 in European language terms). Native speakers are welcome. Because novels often speak of th …

This group is for women who love to read and enjoy fun conversations. We will choose one book per month and have a monthly meeting to discuss. Sometimes over coffee, wine or champagne brunch.  We will also meet on occasion for other types of women events. We are only looking for active members, that will indeed read the book and attend monthly meetings. If this is you, then JOIN US!

This is a book club aimed at reading good literature, non-fiction, and other material that is thought provoking.

A book discussion group for young professionals focused on remaining well read held the first Tuesday of every month at the Scottsdale Civic Center Library!

This group reads a book on a science related topic each month and discusses it. We rarely have the answers, but we have the curiosity to explore ideas. Anyone interested in the life sciences should join this group.

All you need is a sense of adventure, a readiness to take responsibility for your life, and a desire to make friends and have fun! Please join us! A group for active people that love books, animals, food, adventures and want inspiration from other adventurous people. The club will read books like Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail about a woman A powerful, blazingly honest memoir: the story of an eleven-hundred-mile solo hike that broke down a young woman reeling from catastroph …

Want to get intrigued? You're in luck because this is the place. The Scottsdale Women of Mystery Book Group reads notable women (mostly) writers of mystery, suspense/thriller, and detective/crime fiction. Our book selections range from Agatha Christie's famously classic cozies to contemporary novels by other well- (or sometimes lesser) known authors. We gather to chat about the latest book we've read (and whatever else comes up!) at a monthly weekday dinner or weekend brunch. You can find out mo …

Like to read? Like to have great conversations? Our members call this meetup "a burst of energy" for the week. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME! Join our diverse reading community to discuss a variety of great books. Even if you are not familiar with the material, we welcome all members as listeners. Jump in at any time . . . you'll enjoy our passionate and lively conversations! We have frequent meetings to accommodate schedules... Feel free to pick and choose -- make all the meetings or only a few of them.. …

The book or the movie? Tired of having your friends ask "Why read the book when you can watch the movie?" If you love to read books and watch the subsequent film adaptation, then this group is perfect for you. This group is unique in that we will read a book (prior to the film's release), then watch the movie together as a group (generally the week of or week after it opens) and, finally, get together for a really great discussion on the book and the movie. As a member you must participate in …

My husband is balder now, thanks to my love of classic fiction and my inability to keep quiet about it. In an effort to maintain marital peace (and perhaps to keep a few threads of hair attached to his poor head), I decided to start a book discussion group centered on classic novels. The purpose of the group, then, will be to dive into the worlds created by some of history's most famous authors: Steinbeck, Twain, Austin, Dostoevsky, and, of course, Dickens, just to name a few. If you also enj …

This is a group of friendly individuals who enjoy getting together to learn and discuss various topics. We do topic discussions, museum visits, game nights, book discussions, and much more! Our main goal is learning and experiencing new things to expand and exercise our minds. This group is open to everyone of any knowledge level who is at least 18 years old.   This diversity helps present different ideas and points of view that we may not be familiar with. The only requirement is a desire to le …

When college life is behind you and you're a full-time member of the "working world," meeting new people can be difficult. It can be especially challenging to meet other young women in a similar stage of life with whom you can create new friendships. That's where we can help! :) If you are a female working professional age 22-37 who does not have children, we'd love for you to join us! Our social group is for professional, fun-loving, active, easy-going, and intelligent young women who are gen …

We are all avid readers, who read for escape. We pick books from our past and books that are newly release. We read fiction, but books of substance that will spark a good group discussion. Yes, we do meet and talk about the book!! We currently have two groups that meets each month. Our Saturday morning group that meets the 1st Saturday of each month.  The Monday night group meets the 3rd Monday of each month. The groups pick books together every few months. Everyone is welcome in both groups.

We are a group of black women who love to read, want to read more and meet like minded women. We are here to inspire women to read, share literature, fellowship, and encourage others in the joy of reading. We meet in Tempe at Changing Hands Bookstore. We are an eclectic group of women and so are our reading selections. Find out more at our web site www.mochagirlsread.com

This is a group for men interested in serious gay literature: Edmund White, Marcel Proust, Andre Gide, that sort of thing. As the founder, I'm equally interested in literature about homosexuality as a theme or experience and in literature by homosexual men regardless of whether the work itself takes homosexuality as a focus.

I created Phoenix Metaphysical Friends so we can get together and socialize with others in the area who are interested in metaphysics and want to learn about it in a fun, relaxed, social environment. We can meet for coffee and discuss metaphysics topics, do psychic readings and healings, go on nature hikes and commune with nature, visit spiritual places and vortexes, go on picnics, have potluck dinners, get together to meditate, play psychic games and exercises, participate in book discussions, …

Welcome to CulturalAZ! A Very Active and Friendly Social Club with a Difference! This group started with the simple idea of meeting new people and making new friends away from the bar scene.  Where people could meetup at art galleries or artwalks, gardens, museums, music events, independent films, historical places, science, wine tastings and world dining. And we even have a book club, held once a month. Singles and couples are welcome here!  There's no age limitation either.  This is a super f …

The Spiritual Development Group was created to meet your growing spiritual needs as well as providing great information and insights on how to have the most amazing life you've ever had. Our meetups include class instruction, discussions, hands on healing, energy meditations, ascension practice, workshops and many guest speakers. Come learn what you need to ascend your spirit, manifest your every desire, raise your consciousness and live a life of pure joy, fulfillment and love. Come to share y …

Welcome to the Valley Austrian Economists! First off, no, you do not have to be an academically-educated economist in order to join this group. Basically we're just a group for those who are sympathetic to the Austrian perspective in regards to economics. Typically there is no set agenda or topic of discussion; we are first and foremost a social group. Our primary aim is to provide a non-formal setting, where like-minded people can come together for a fun social outing. However, we may occasiona …

You Say You Want a Loveolution? Here it is! A Kink friendly, Pansexual approved & Ethical Non-Monogamy discussion group. We want to discuss best practices and challenges we all face in living an ethical non mono life. Bring your suggestions and your questions.

Book Group Using the book, Spiritual Divorce by Debbie Ford, we will explore the 7 Spiritual Laws of Healing. By sharing this information and through discussion, you'll be able to make peace with your past; get rid of toxic emotions, and reclaim your personal power. Who is this class for? Anyone who has gone through a divorce, is contemplating divorce, or is currently in the process. It doesn't matter how long ago it was, if it still makes you mad, hurt and angry, then this information is for yo …

(1 minute video) This group is for people who value and enjoy deeper discussions with amazing people and who are also willing to rise to the occasion by joining us to help make these discussion opportunities an ongoing reality. The events held in this group are all about having fun nights of great people and 'deeper' discussions over dinner in a charming restaurant. This Meetup group was created by Glen Brauer as part of a non-profit global initiative using practical philosophy to bring togeth …

We will get together to exchange stuff. We will utilize software to swap before we meet and everyone will bring the items others have placed a request for. This will prevent people from having to bring more stuff than is necessary and every item will be accounted for. I'm planning on holding these events through gangplank which is located in downtown chandler. We may have swaps from time to time that will take place at a members house. I started this group because I have been to a swap or two an …

If you're looking for self-discovery, FUN and sexual freedom you just found the right group! Do you love to talk about sex or are you too embarrassed to talk about it?  Do you want to educate yourself, learn sexual techniques, explore new topics or discuss a sex book?  If so, the Dr. SexTalk group, where nothing is taboo - is for you!  In this group you will experience fun, adventure and sexual freedom in a safe and educational environment with Dr. SexTalk and her SexyFriends! Join the group to …

HSGP is a warm and welcoming community of humanists, atheists, agnostics, free-thinkers, and non-theists of all stripes. The group aims to enrich the lives of any who join us through explorations in science, philosophy, history, and the arts. We are primarily an educational organization, providing bi-monthly lectures by experts in various fields; opportunities for intellectual intercourse over films, books, arts, and specific discussion topics; and social events such as game nights, potlucks, an …

Decidí continuar y organizar este segundo “meetup” grupo de la lengua española en Phoenix porque quiero ofrecer la igualdad de oportunidades para practicar y aprender español en más regiones de la ciudad, especialmente en el norte y centro de Phoenix (Scottsdale, Phoenix (Metro), y Glendale). Todos serán bienvenidos, no importa el nivel del dominio del español, pero, por favor, tratemos de hablar exclusivamente en español :) Hablantes nativos son bienvenidos a ayudarnos! ----------------------- …

Welcome! Meet other people who are interested in learning about math, science and technology. We'll have book and science topic discussions attend science lectures, museum exhibits, planetarium shows, guided nature walks, science films and documentaries in Phoenix and the surrounding cities. Science topics include the environment, alternative energy, conservation, sustainability, agriculture; wildlife, nature, geology, archaeology; biology, chemistry, medicine; physics, astronomy; mathematics, c …

This group is for professional web designers and programmers only. With the web being a career choice that requires constant continuing education, the goal of this group is to bring professionals together to share our knowledge base and discuss what technology changes are coming down the road. Topics will include User Experience Design, Web Standards, XHTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP, Ruby on Rails, Browser Support and anything else that currently effects or will effect our profession in the future. …