Welcome aboard, movie fans who like serious and thought provoking movies and who like to discuss the ideas and thoughts of movies as well as the quality of the work of its creators. We will regularly go see a movie, usually on the second weekend of its release and then discuss it over the meal in a restaurant next to the theater. We want to see all of you and hear what you think!

Three questions. Do you respect people because they have an academic degree or do you have an academic degree yourself? Can you discuss your beliefs as ideas and not say 'if you don't think the way I do then you're an idiot'? Do you think sitting down and talking is a fun thing to do? If you answered yes to these three questions, then please join this group. When enough people join, I'll schedule a meetup in Santa Monica one evening during the week.

Hi, ln our club we love discussing books and their film adaptations. After we've read the selected book, we get together to watch the movie on the big screen or on DVD), then we hang out and discuss both over dinner, tea, coffee or drinks. There are always plenty of opinions when a group has both read a book and watched the movie, and your (respectfully presented) opinion is welcome! The purpose of this club is not only to get motivated into reading, but also to build a strong friendship relatio …

Eckhart Tolle has been a profound influence on my life for many years and I find his teaching to useful in achieving a center of peace and joy throughout my life. The purpose of this group will be to share our experiences with Eckhart Tolle's books and workshops as well as to discuss ways of incorporating this principles into our daily lives. Anyone who sees value in Eckhart Tolle's work and wants to intensify the experience should join our group.

… In this men's group you can make new friends, get profound advice, make business connections, answer some big questions, think through your dreams with a peer group, enjoy intellectual discussions and undergo major personal development. The meetings are timed to last 3 hours. We have tried our formula for a few years in a smaller group and took tremendous value out of these sessions. Some questions in life are answered better by getting the view of a neutral external observer.                   …

… Our discussions are for members who have read the book. That way we can carefully analyze what we have read, ask questions, and discuss our different points of view. My hope is that we engage in rigorous discussions. But please be respectful of other people's ideas. Let's challenge each other while having fun! :)   Key search terms: Books, Book Club, Non-Fiction Book Club, Book Clubs in Los Angeles, Bookworms, Book Discussion, Book Lovers, Philosophy, Sociology, History, Nonfiction Books, Great …

A Matryoshka doll or a nested/nesting doll is a Russian doll or toy which features a set of dolls in decreasing sizes nested within one another. I chose this name for the group because I believe everyone is complex and has many layers to their personality and discussion can be a tool to explore the many facets that exist in others, thus creating true intimacy and camaraderie. I feel that is missing today. The Nested Doll is a group for those who really enjoy great conversation and deep and ho …

Small Talk Discussion Group is a community of parents that meets once every 4-8 weeks to discuss the experience related to their young children’s language development. The group is facilitated by a licensed speech-language pathologist to provide some gentle guidance and suggestions; however the group primarily intends to promote interactive discussions about the challenges and successes during a child's early speech & language development. The direction of the group is left up to the par …

… Meet, Greet, and Eat: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm; book discussion: 6:45 pm - 8:30 pm; wrap-up 8:30 pm - 8:40 pm. (Meetup length is usually about 2 hours from start to finish and varies depending on the book.  We often wrap-up by 8:15 p.m.) To remain a member, regular attendance is required or, regretfully, your membership will be deleted.  Three (3) consecutive missed meetings = possible loss of membership.  *If you decide to decline four (4) consecutive meetups, I suspect you're not finding what you wan …

This is a book club for anyone interested in Buddhism and/or philosophy of life. We will be reading and discussing books such as The Living Buddha, Buddhism the First Millenium, Unlocking the Mysteries of Birth and death etc...Daisaku Ikeda is a Buddhist leader, peacebuilder, a prolific writer, poet, educator and founder of a number of cultural, educational and peace research institutions around the world. As third president of the Soka Gakkai (value-creating society) and founder of the Soka Gak …

If one of the many things you miss from college are the class discussions of books that either moved you or that you thought were complete trash then this group is for you! This group is for people who have recently graduated or just people in their 20s or early 30s who would like to get together once or twice a month over drinks or coffee to discuss a book we all read together. First book recommendations are welcome and then we can decide the next book choices at the meetups. I thought this wou …

The History of Los Angeles Group is a brand new group for anyone interested in learning about and discussing our city's past. Meetups include book discussions, tours, films, lectures, or any other events around town involving the history of L.A.

… I look forward to all our many discussions.

… We will try and expand the number of people who can RSVP for a meetup - having possibly two discussions in one location in order to include as many people as possible and create an environment where we actually get to know each other. If you are into reading, meeting other fabulous women, and don't mind splurging on great meal, this is the group for you!

  Let’s surround ourselves with individuals who aspire to improve themselves or reposition their lives in a positive direction. We all could get caught in the cycle of everyday life and lose focus on our purpose. Whether you are tip-toeing or making giant leaps towards your dreams and/or goals, let’s get together and read about ways to stay focused and progressive. Hopefully, our discussions will encourage, motivate, and support one another on our journeys.   Let’s move forward with o …

This group is for people who are familiar with the Abraham-Hicks teachings on the Law of Attraction and are seeking like-minded individuals with whom to meditate and discuss deliberate creation and the art of allowing. We will do a quick introduction of group members and then do a 15 minute meditation to get aligned with Source and set the intention for the group and then listen to an excerpt from Abraham and discuss! I'd like it to be easy, fun, safe, inclusive and uplifting for all! Please be …