We love reading! Some of us come along every month, others just for books they are interested in. Emails come out to announce the upcoming bookclubs, then a reminder is sent out the week and day before we meet. Books are suggested by the group, usually three at a time, at the end of the meetings, so come prepared to share yours! The conversation might start with the book but drifts on to other things as well. We meet once a month, generally the last Thursday of the month. Meeting at a pub gives …

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 some …

Quotes&Notes A Periodical Of Reading Notes by james farmer http://qnpress.blogspot.com.au/ It is the discretion of this group host to set the maximum number of membership at 218, therefore inactive members for more than 6 months will be suspended without notice. We would like to promote the following philosophy: you attend our events because of the high quality cultural and intellectual contents, then possibly you will meet some other like minded patrons throughout the events. All our events ar …

The Last Tuesday Book Club is an informal group of reading fans who catch up monthly in inner city Sydney to eat/drink and chat about a good book. We are mainly 30-something professionals, who enjoy reading a wide range of fiction. Our meet ups are a chance to talk about our latest read (pre-chosen) while checking out pubs/restaurants once a month in the City, Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, and eastern suburbs areas.

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 monthly meetings. Philosophy has been a means for art of living. We approach philosophy in this classical sense. We like to question, understand, and study different aspects of life and human being. We use philosophy to change ourself and the world we live in. We like to go to museums and ex …

Hi, I've decided to start up this group as I love reading and I think it would be great to meet like-minded women who live "over the bridge" in Sydney ; lower north / NorWest/ Parramatta and would like to have a good read and engage in healthy debate over a glass of wine and nice nosh, or a coffee and piece of cake. We don't want to get too formal, but the "rules" are that one person chooses a book (can be anything, the more varied the better!) and we all read it before meeting up. The meet woul …

A quirky relaxed group that gathers monthly to drink copious amounts of coffee/chai/tea/beer and have interesting conversations on the latest read. We meet on the second or third Tuesday of the month. The books we discuss vary month-to-month and include fiction & non-fiction - memoirs, trashy page-turners, adventure/thriller, philosophy, fantasy, history etc. We ocassionaly mix it up with play readings and events to theatre productions/art exhibitions. So if you're keen to meet up with open-mind …

“What's mine is yours: The Rise of Collaborative Consumption” is one of the most ground-breaking business book of the recent times. Similarly Rachel Botsman's speech The Case for Collaborative Consumption on TED.com had excellent reception. Collaborative Consumption is defined by Wikipedia as an economic model based on sharing, swapping, bartering, trading or renting access to products as opposed to ownership. This group is around the concept of Collaborative Consumption. In our meetings, we’ll …

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 …

This is a group for those who want to join a book club but don't want to travel into the city.  We will meet somewhere around St George or Sutherland Shire and are open to suggestions.  Also as many book clubs meet at night, I thought it would be great to have one that meets during the day.  Mostly we meet once a month on a Sunday as this has in the past proved to work for most people. So we get to read different genres, each member takes a turn to pick the book of the month. What could be bette …

Why was the group started? When I first arrived in Australia I searched high, low and in dark corners for a craft group where I could create beautiful projects and meet other individuals who understood that I didn't want to make something exactly as it looked in a book. Sadly, I didn't find very much on offer in Sydney and nothing in my own area. How better to solve my problem than to be the solution...and so, The Ministry of Home Economics was born! What's the purpose of the group? We are a ton …

Dr Anita Johnston’s book “Eating in the Light of the Moon” is the focus of this group. This book is one of a kind, in how it helps us to understand how young girls and women struggle with eating disorders. Each fortnight attendees will be asked to read a chapter of the book before attending the group. The group will begin with attendee reflections from their reading of the chapters; this will then be followed by discussion questions. A therapist will be present to facilitate discussion about the …

The intention behind this meetup group is an experiment to see if social media can be used to promote ALL the Science Fiction, Fantasy and Sci-Fi meetings that take place in Sydney over a year. Initially and foremost this meetup group will serve as a 'waiting room' for the annual Sydney Freecon (a Free Entry SF convention) and the monthly Sydney Futurian SF&F discussion meetings. I also hope to post news each month of Sydney's other meetings of interest to SF&F or Sci-Fi fans. My personal intere …

OK Ladies its time to kick back with a favorite summer time read and enjoy discussing it with other women over a nice cold G&T, or vino or maybe a cappuccino!! I wanted to start this group on the northern beaches in particular as I live in Fairlight and want to meet other women over a beverage and a book that stirs the soul. I am pretty easy going so I want this group to be a fun time, where we all get to chat and have a few drinks and food (I also love to cook and eat), or maybe make it a picni …

Love comics, manga, action figures and all things nerdy? So do we! Curicon.com is a social network for people who are interested in comic books, action figures, manga, art toys, Star Wars, cosplay and going to Comic Cons. Hosted by Curicon and KINGS comics, ours will be a fun informal meet-up for new and old Curicon users where you can meet lots of new people who are into the same things as you. KINGS Comics will be offering a discount on the night, so if there’s anything that should be on your …

For book lovers who are either interested in gay fiction, or are readers in the LGBT community, and want to socialise with other book lovers. I'm new to the Western Sydney (Parramatta) area and would love to create a book club to encourage reading of gay fiction, but also to get together with other bookish folk who are either gay or gay friendly. So far nothing is set and I'm open to ideas of how to run it, what to read, where to have it, and all the other fun things behind creating a book club. …

OK, so 'non-fiction novelist' is a bit of an oxymoron, but what I mean is authors of creative non-fiction (i.e., not text books, or fiction set in an authentic historical setting) who are working on substantial projects that retell actual events using the techniques of fiction and varying degrees of creative licence, and who would like to publish for a general readership. Projects can be at any stage - if you're researching an event or figure and believe there's a great book in it you're welcome …

Wollongong Book Club is about good books, great coffee (or tea) and even better conversation. Each month we will select a book, read it and then meet up at a cafe or restaurant to discuss. All ages, reading levels and genres allowed!

For anyone who enjoys reading faster paced books in the mystery thriller genre

This group is about reading a chosen fictional book that's controversial/classic/historical/cultural or anything we just want to read and then meeting up every 6 weeks or so over dinner to discuss. We will take it in turns to be host. Each meeting we will reconvene at the hosts choice of venue for dinner; either their house or their favorite restaurant. The host can suggest a few books of their choice and then the group will pick a book.

A Book Club for bookaholics from the Ghetto/Bronx/Hood (yes, us punks and hipsters from the 'under-appreciated' part of town are ready, willing and able to read - don't look so shocked!) with an Incurable Love for Literature (and the like). Preliminary investigations have lead us 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 an …

Café littéraire in Balmain is a meetup for all French speakers passionate about French literature, culture and the French language. We organize workshops about literature for advanced/ native speakers fortnightly. These meetups are entitled "Café littéraire à Balmain". Lead by a French teacher accredited by UNSW, institute of languages, our meetups bring together culture and entertainment through discussions about famous French books, the life of classic and contemporary authors as well as Frenc …

Gleebooks’ Book Talks and Politics In The Pub are two of Sydney’s great institutions for the thoughtful and the curious. Having attended both for many years, I think there should be a meetup for others to do the same as a group. This meetup is for people who wish to attend talks given by authors and writers about books and/or politics. A number of other bookshops and libraries hold book talks as well. Any member may suggest an event like this, anywhere in Sydney Metro. And of course, the Sydney …

We meet approximately once a month in a local Sutherland Shire based location. We are a group of 9 (started at 4) and each month a new person chooses a book of choice. Additionally, as part of our Book Club, we also make a non-compulsory donation of around $ 10. It is only a small gesture but one that we feel makes a difference and gives our little club a 'purpose'. The charity of choice resonates with the person who has chosen the "book of the month". We don't work by genre of author - just eac …

No one should ever drink alone and reading a book whilst sipping a Manhattan is ever so fancy. For people that like a great book and a tasty cocktail. An opportunity to meet up at some of Sydney's stylish venues and enjoy a drink and chat minus the pretense. The more the merrier, so if you want to bring along a friend feel free. Unlike traditional book clubs, there will be no home work or required reading criteria. This is an opportunity to have a chat, talk about what you're reading at the mom …

This group is for anyone interested in creating abundance through universal principles. We will be reading and discussing the book 'The Science of Getting Rich'. This book is about how your thoughts have the power to create your reality. I have read many books and articles, and listened to many seminars and audio programs covering these ideas and this is the book that I have always wanted to share in a group! I'm passionate about its contents and being able to help others unravel it's meaning so …

Book club over drinks! We hold fortnightly informal discussions of a nominated book. Each member takes turns to decide on the title by considering themes & other members` suggestions etc. Our group is small & friendly; members are both males & females in our late 20s and mid 30s. However, all ages are welcome. We`ll mostly be meeting at cafes, pubs, & gardens in the city & (sometimes we meet elsewhere such as at a beach) on the first and third sat afternoon of the month, & will consider fiction …