We brought our group to Meetup.com in April 2010, but we actually began our monthly book discussions in September 2009.  We have been having our meetings the first Wednesday evening of every month, 7pm at Red Hook Coffee & Tea (765 S 4th St - between Fitzwater & Catharine in Queen Village). The meetings generally go no later than 9pm. We are casual and enthusiastic; our members enjoy reading and collectively choosing and discussing books on a monthly basis. We take turns selecting the books for …

(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 …

This book club will be reading all different genres of books, and will be in Mt. Laurel about once a month to have an open forum discussion about the book and related topics! Books will be discussed in small groups, if necessary, to make sure all members can actively participate in the discussions. Meetings will be held on Tuesday nights at 7:30pm in Mt. Laurel, so please DO NOT join the group if any of these factors do not work for your location/schedule. Let's get reading!!

The Hiway Theatre Film Discussion Group takes place on the 2nd Monday of each month in the theater immediately following the 7 pm screening of the current film. Discussions are led by Adrienne Redd, experienced film discussion leader, lecturer and professor. The discussions are open to the public and free with paid admission. There is no charge to attend the discussion only.

The Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society is a Meetup group that brings together a variety of people for stimulating and civically minded conversations. Meetups include a reoccurring Sunday morning discussion where members join in a relaxing setting to meet thoughtful people who are willing to discuss a variety of topics suggested by our members including: current events, science, technology, nature, design, philosophy, politics, religion, business, culture, literature and art. We also host soci …

We meet every other month to discuss the selected Non-fiction book. Everyone is welcome to discuss the topic even if you haven't read the book.

A Book and Wine Club for FABulously Social Women of Color *********************** WHO should join: If you are a woman of color in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area, 35 years and above, who enjoys a good book and a nice glass of wine- be FABulously social and join us to sip and discuss our book selections each month! WHAT we read: Works by authors across the African diaspora- novels, motivation and inspiration, social issues, autobiographies, self-improvement, and more.  Please note: this gro …

This is a club designed with the movie lover in mind. We will meet twice a month to view a film and discuss prevalent and existing themes surrounding it. It will also be a time of fellowship and camaraderie among fellow movie buffs and enthusiasts.

With the help of a group of close friends, I identified the need for grassroots education on issues of local food, and systems sustainability. Menu for the Future is the local resource for creating small, intimate discussions around what we eat, where our food comes from, food safety, food insecurity, creating edible schoolyards in our neighborhoods, and supporting or even become local food growers. We meet, we read, we think, we choose, we act. If you are interested in bridging the gap betwee …

The Delaware County CBBC is a group for individuals who enjoy reading, studying, and sharing discussions about God's Word. This meetup meets one - two Saturdays (afternoon) a month to discuss preselected Bible verses, Biblical stories, or a Christian book. The verse, story, or book is given at the beginning of the month, to focus our studies and prepare us for the meeting. If you love God's Word, are amazed at the depths and realms of what is discovered in it, and find joy and strength discussin …

Join us to read and discuss classic literature. We will read great works that have changed the face of writing, influenced society and endured the test of time. Past authors we have read include, among others, Cervantes, James, Kawabata, Morrison, Flaubert, Austen, Waugh, Dickens, Wilde, Nabokov, Hemingway, Shakespeare and Homer. We meet once a month in the home of one of our members. We are a diverse group who is always looking for new perspectives. If you are curious about what we have read, t …

********Please read the About Us section on the menu bar to your left BEFORE applying for membership to learn more about this group.******** Polyamory literally means "multiple love". Basically, it's the idea to be open minded in having a loving relationship with more than one person with the knowledge and consent of everyone involved. This group is for those who are polyamorous and those who are open minded to learning more. Polyamory is NOT cheating on your significant other in a monogomous re …

The Main Line/Ardmore Book Club welcomes all reading enthusiasts!  We are a diverse group of adults that enjoy reading and escaping into a great book.  We meet at a local Borders  once, maybe twice a month (depending on the size of the waiting list) to openly discuss our opinions about the book.  We pride ourselves as being diverse on what we read as well solely because this book club reads all types of genres. The books are suggestions from all the members and from time to time, members will su …

If you like to read a good book, talk with friends about what you're reading, and do it all over a glass of wine or a good meal then this group is for you! We love to chat about great literature of all kinds - fiction, non-fiction, inspirational, educational - the book choice is up to the group. We will meet once per month somewhere in Center City to eat, drink, discuss and be merry!

This group is for anyone in the south Philly/East Passyunk X-ing area who likes to read, see movies and have fun. There are so many great places to relax and enjoy before/after we've seen a movie or where we can discuss the book we are currently reading. I'd also like to get out there and enjoy some of the many restaurants and events in the area. So join me in a good book or let's see a movie. Whatever we do it will be a blast and we'll make some new friends. There is also my East Passyunk X-ing …

“I do not know the American gentleman, God forgive me for putting two such words together." -Charles Dickens What the young men of our generation need is an excuse to drink the way our grandfathers used to: frequently, dressed well, and over meaningful conversation. The purpose of this group is to start a group of gentlemen who are intelligent, driven, and appreciate meaningful discussion. That being said, we're not stuffy. Crass subjects, foul language, sarcasm and funny jokes made in poor tast …

This group will gather monthly (we hope) to discuss archetypal, imaginal and spiritual psychology. These discussions will include considerations of published works, videos and blogs by post-Jungian thinkers like Robert Sardello, James Hillman, Mary Watkins, Paul Kugler, and Stephen Simmer, among many others. Central to this multivariant movement is an attempt to rethink psyche as soul. The main influence on the development of archetypal, imaginal and archetypal psychology is Carl Jung's analytic …

This group is for those who love fantasy, supernatural and paranormal romance. Some of my favorites are Anne Rice, Charlaine Harris, Karen Moning, J.R. Ward. We will read and discuss a different novel. We can also discuss lore, legend and non-fiction as well. Our bookclub meetings  are informal and all opinions on the books we choose are welcome. At the end of each meetup, we'll decide what to read next.

This is a group for individuals in their 20s and 30s who are interested in casually discussing science/tech news and ideas over coffee/tea/hot chocolate in Center City. We can also discuss relevant books/movies, and can take trips to science museums, such as The Franklin Institute and the Mutter Museum.

Welcome to the Metro Philadelphia Book Club. This meetup is open to anyone who wants to join in. Most of our meetups will take place at BYO's around the city where we will discuss the months selection over dinner. Some of our previous books have been The Road, Boomsday, A Thousand Splendid Suns, Running With Scissors, The Gathering, Then We Came to an End, On The Road and many others. Also, we were mentioned in Philadelphia Magazines "things to do" issue (July, 2009). For this month we are …

Join THE FIRST Women's Business Book Club on Meetup! Connect with other women business leaders while learning new strategies for success in business and life. Read both classic and contemporary business books, then discuss over a glass of wine and appetizers, and network with other ambitious women. This group is both social and professional. Come ready to debate, explore, enlighten, inspire, and share! All of our meetups are held in Center City. Past books include: Secrets of Six-Figure Women …

South Jersey Chapter of the Forever Young Adult Book Club (FYA): A book club for YA readers who are a little less Y and a bit more A We meet on the last Thursday of the month at a local coffee shop or restaurant to discuss the month's book and enjoy great company. To see what we've read so far, go here.  For even more information and our FAQs, go here. Thanks for checking us out, and we hope to meet you soon! NOTE: At this time, membership is restricted to women only. Please upload a current pi …

Potterdelphia: Harry Potter Geek-out. Philly-style. Potterdelphia is a social organization of dedicated Harry Potter fans in and around Philadelphia, who gather monthly to discuss theories, characters, and other elements of HP nerdery. Potterdelphia also participates in a variety of volunteer activities that support local children by promoting education and furthering literacy.

This group is for anyone who has interest in knowing more about what the Bible said about how we really should live. No topics are off limits! How relevant are the scriptures today? How should we live with our neighbors? Can I be religious and lost? There will be much much more topics of discussion?

This is a group devoted to constructively collaborating on songwriting and singing. The idea is to meet periodically to share songs that we've been working on. We'll eat and drink--potluck, although whoever hosts (me, for instance) might contribute something extra, like a big bowl of pasta or something like that--and we'll play songs for each other. We'll discuss each other's work, we'll talk about what works and what doesn't, and we'll give each other encouragement and advice where appropriate. …

Reelblack is an independent film production and promotion company. We started this group as an extension of our monthly film events and first weekend field trips. Join us if you'd like to meetup to enjoy quality African-American Film, Good Food and Thoughtful Discussion.

The greater Philadelphia area has so many wonderful scientific institutions, be it research groups, medicine innovators, or educational museums. This is a new group to gather like-minded people in order to take advantage of those institutions. Members of the Philadelphia Science society will meet new people, learn about scientific advancements, discuss how they affect our world, better appreciate Mother Nature, and have fun!

Calling all book lovers of Delaware County, PA. This is for those of our county who would like to meet others with the same ambitions and interests and get together monthly to discuss our book selection of the month and well...just life in general! We will explore all genres so no matter if you like fiction, romance, young adult, fantasy, sci-fi, there will be a book for you! We will get together each month at a different restaurant/cafe throughout the area (to accommodate all!) What better way …