… Preliminary investigations have lead me to conclude that there is a lack of (if any) established institutions/societies/communities/clubs (whatever you want to call it) in the South Western Sydney region where bookaholics can congregate and have meaningful and intellectually stimulating discussions and debates (perhaps over coffee or even better a beer or two or three) regarding awesome books/novels/scripts/prose/fiction/non-fiction/biographies/words written on napkins and tea towels. Distressin …

Which political-philosophy will bring us the greatest degree of Peace, Prosperity and Freedom? In this group we discuss the philosophies underpinning Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy in the pursuit of finding the political-philosophy which best supports our individual ideals. Join us on the 3rd Sunday of every month to learn through debate

Established in 2006, we are book-lovers who meet in the Sydney CBD. We usually meet the first week of the month, on Mondays or Tuesdays from 6:30pm to discuss this month's book. We choose venues that are 5-10mins walk Central or any of the Sydney CBD train stations. Most members are 30-45 years and enjoy reading a variety of books, including fiction, non-fiction and book-to-film adaptions. The group jointly selects books to read every three months. To keep members costs down, we generally favour …

If you're interested in meeting people interested in practicing their language skills and having a social chat, you've come to the right place. We meet the 1st Thursday every month at 6.30pm upstairs at the Forbes Hotel 30 York Street Sydney. Come in, buy a drink, and join in the discussion. A great way to practice your English, Thai, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Cambodian, Indonesian, Korean, Russian, Polish, Hindi, Farsi, Vietnamese or other language, or to …

If you like to talk/discuss/share ideas about philosophy, art, culture, poetry, classical music, literature, history, exhibitions, mythologies, story readings, movie nights and courses; you're welcome to our forthnightly meetings.

Love books? Want to make some new friends? Come along and join us as we discuss our latest book over a chat and a coffee. Our group is open to any one and everybody so join us and come along.

A quirky relaxed group that gathers monthly to drink copious amounts of coffee/chai/tea and have interesting conversations on the latest read. We meet on the second Tuesday of every month. The books we discuss vary month-to-month and include fiction & non-fiction - memoirs, trashy page-turners, adventure/thriller, philosophy, fantasy, history etc. So if you're keen to meet up with open-minded down to earth individuals, come along! All welcome :)

Socrates Cafe is a philosophy discussion group that is open to absolutely everyone. It's held in a casual cafe environment and we encourage everyone to join in - but there's no obligation to do so. We're bringing philosophy back to the people!

It's a friendly and intelligent group of interesting people who love to get together to have a drink and a chat. There's a great core of regulars and always new additions each month who bring their own suggestions and love of reading... We try to fold in book events, readings and authors visiting, smaller clusters of people who are writers, or like specific genres as well - If you have any suggestions please post a note on our discussion board or send us a message.

Ever felt that smug glow of satisfaction when watching a film adaptation of a novel you've read, basking in the knowledge that you're fully aware of the hero's pet dog's name even though it was never once mentioned in the movie?!? Welcome to the club! This group is a hybrid mix of a book club and a movie fan club. We read a new book every month, whether it be a classic work of fiction or a more contemporary novel, and then we meet up to watch its film adaptation at a cinema in the city. We then …

Sydney Philosophy Circle is a fortnightly discussion group that's been running since the start of 2007. It began life as the Russoc discussion group (of Sydney University) in August 2004. Anyone with the remotest interest in philosophy (whatever that word might mean) is welcome to attend. The usual agenda is to discuss a different topic/author/book/essay each meeting (see the list of previous topics in the message board section for some indication of what we've talked about). Normally …

… What we do: We organise meetups for coffee, breakfast talks, foodie adventures, facilitated topical group discussions, development workshops, adventure sports plus coaching activities, many are for a nominal fee (*$2 contributions for running costs) or entails a small speakers' fee (e.g $15). What do I get: This can be an incredibly powerful meetup group for you. If you would like to learn how to gain clarity in your goals, obtain complete control over your time and your life, simplify your wo …

This group is a morning coffee gathering for those people who want to socialise with other like minded people and discuss varied topics related to spirituality, the path and spiritual unfoldment. It is a discussion group and will explore a chosen topic each Meetup, the group are more than welcome to suggest topics for discussion. Please let me know if there is a particular area or idea that you are interested in exploring.   If you are unable to make day time meetings http://www.meetup.com/Ma …

I've started the group because, firstly, there isn't a Meetup group in Australia where people can discuss anarchism. There are two anarchist collectives in Sydney, but they are close the the Sydney CBD. This one is more out west, but all are invited. The purpose of the group is simple: a safe place where people can get together and discuss the political and philosophical idea that is Anarchism. Im only new to it, and no expert, so it will be learning for myself as well. The idea at this stag …

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The purpose of this Group is to explore the philosophy of Epicurus through discussion and the enjoyment of the simple pleasures of life such as friendship, as originally espoused by Epicurus. The idea for this Group arises from the desire to achieve happiness in life by applying the four basic tenets that Epicurus espoused. According to D S Hutchinson from the University of Toronto writing in the introduction to "The Epicurus Reader: Selected Writings and Testimonia: "The fundamental obstacle to …