The Women Writing Women Book Group will meet once a month in Central London to discuss novels written by women about women, the clue is kind of in the name! We are open to men and women who are interested in lively literary debate, want to meet some new interesting people and have some fun. We aim to read anything written by a female author across any literary period, but hope to focus on slightly less well known works: more along the lines of the Virago list than Jane Austen's output. While we …

A drinking club with a book problem :-) Our Bookcrossing meeting is a social book swap - bring books, meet people, drink, eat, take new books home and learn about Bookcrossing. Almost ten million books travelling around the world looking for readers. Find a few books to swap and register them at www.bookcrossing.com. But don't worry if you haven't quite got round to that in time, come along anyhow. Hope you can come and join us soon. Bookcrossing: n. the practice of leaving a book in a public pl …

The murder mystery book club for the armchair sleuth. Established Wednesday 1st September 2010 We meet the first Wednesday of every month at 7.30 pm. Oxfam Bookshop Highgate, 47 Highgate High Street London N6 5JX T. 020 8347 6704 E. oxfamshopf4629@oxfam.org.uk www.oxfambookshophighgate.org.uk

We seek submissions UK wide from unpublished fiction writers (novelist ,short-story, playwrite, poem) We are giving you an opportunity to read an extract from a completed chapter to other would-be writers and the general public. If you are interested in taking part please complete form on main site. Maybe you are not a writer, but an avid reader and a lover of fiction books, come along to any event relax and listen.

Random meetup. Inspired by Luke Rhinehart's book 'The Dice Man.' http://dicelife.com/

A reading and discussion group on issues relating to the continent of Africa. We will read and discuss books written by African authors, we will analyse issues about the portrayal of Africa in the media - we will think objectively about the future of the continent. It would be great to meet others who are passionate about the continent of Africa and would like to actively participate in its development.

OperAmore, London Centre of Italian Opera project www.operamore.com Our plan is to create a centre of promoting Italian culture in the United Kingdom by means of Italian opera - one of the most representative and widely known artistic expressions of the Italian cultural identity. OperAmore will offer: -meetings and talks before and after opera performances, aperitifs, dinners and parties in which famous singers and musicians will be the guests of honour, - group outings to opera-related eve …

The London Literary Salon draws on the Salon tradition of a regular meeting of a committed group of people for the exchange and exploration of ideas. The London Literary Salon (and its Paris counterpart) use the study of a great work of literature as a springboard to consider the wonder of the human experience–in all its raw and dynamic forms. The discussion resembles a seminar style study, but the emphasis is on what each participant brings to the conversation. The works of Joyce and Shakespear …

Hello, I'm Alan. I've got a copy of this book: Secret London – an Unusual Guide by Bill Nash and Rachel Howard, and I'm on a quest to visit every weird and wonderful visitor attraction in it. Care to join me? We'll be visiting The Mummy of Jimmy Garlick, Princess Caroline's Sunken Bath, Kensal Green Catacombs, Chelsea Physic Garden, The Museum of Advertising, The Ice Wells of The Canal Museum and around 300 more attractions – and I'll be sticking a little green spot sticker next to each one in t …

Are you  up for fun travel times, with like minded black Brothers and Sisters? Do you long for a group that is fun down to earth socially challenging? Do you love getting away seeing and doing new things with people that will not let you down at the last minute ie can't make it , no money, no sitter, no time, no life............. Then fear not Bros and Sista's The London Black Get Away Social is here to save the day!! We will be arranging Meetup trips overseas, trips in the Uk , Social meetups, …

This group is for people who want to meet up in and around Finchley, north London, in order to write. Meetings can be any time - weekday day-time, weekday evening, or weekend. We will meet in local cafes or other venues and see which locations work best for us. The main aim is to get some writing done, and therefore get closer to getting published (if we're not published yet) or getting our current project completed (if we are already published). But additional aims are to meet fellow writers wh …

(This Group is for Black Sisters Who enjoy having a fun time & living life 2 the max!) Hi, I'm here to bring a little bit of joy to your very busy lives. My name is Karyn. I've been organising Spa Days and weekend Breaks for my friends and family for some time now. I thought it would be a good idea to extend that to like minded Black Londoners who have a need for a little bit of Me Time and Pampering and social events Like nights out,Plays, day trips, Dinner nights out, Afternoon Teas, Comedy sh …

Less than 20% of people who purchase personal development books get past the first chapter. Less than 1% of people actually use the material in these books to improve their lives in the way that they intended to use it. I am sure we can all relate to this? Well I certainly can! Is it the book that didn't work or we didn't make it work?! :) For the last few years I have been working with a group of incredibly committed individuals to understand why this is and put solutions in place for us all to …

We are a group seeking to consciously explore a better life for ourselves and for the people we love. We each may be seeking to strengthen and improve different parts of our lives -- our minds, our bodies, our hearts, our friendships, our relationships, our families, our careers, or our businesses -- yet we support each other's goals, helping each other to explore alternative paths that may create even more success in our lives today. There are many paths that might help you to a particular goal …

We are a friendly walking group based in Barnet, North London. We organise day walks twice a month on Saturdays or Sundays, evening walks on weekdays throughout the Summer and walking weekends twice a month staying in Youth Hostels. We also have an indoor social programme on Tuesday evenings at Discovery Hall in East Barnet throughout the year. Our full programme of events can be found on our website at www.northlondonoutdoorgroup.org. You can try out the group by joining us on any day walk or e …

Welcome! Feeling Knowing Being introduces how regular meditation with a gentle positive expectation establishes a deeply grounded sense of self confidence and self esteem that is absolutely assured and inevitable. Aims: These sessions aim to de-mystify meditation, and describe what it is and how simple techniques offer profound benefits that are absolutely accessible by anyone, requiring no prior experience. Feeling Knowing Being offers meditation techniques derived from many forms of practice, …

We welcome those who work or are interested in all forms of media including Television, Radio, Newspapers, Periodicals, Film, books, print and new media platforms. This meetup group is for Media Professionals who have a strong interest in spirituality, alternative health, metaphysics, personal development and the general balance of Mind Body Spirit. Our mission is to support and empower those who wish to bring a more holistic understanding into Mainstream Media. Meetings are usually held on t …

Are you of above average intelligence? are you unique? do you like to have fun? Then this group is for you. Please don't be intimidated by these descriptions anyone who feels they are the above can join even if no one else thinks you are! Also just by having above average intelligence you will be unique in some way. Also fun here doesn't mean you like to spend your weekends clubbing and drinking all night! It means you like to joke and have a laugh, have interesting conversations and do and lear …

Video introduction and channellings available at www.voicesofthesoul.com Alison is an expert in her field of spiritual healing and personal transformation for over 25 years. Early in 2008 Alison became a channel for divine conciousness, consistently delivering core wisdom to seekers of truth. Each event offers you the unique opportunity to be in the presence of this powerful energy and  ask whatever question you wish in present time and discover self through direct experience of being in the pr …

Do you want to expand your social circle? Make new friends? Share common interests and hobbies? Open yourself to new experiences? Transform your social life? My Social Calendar is a vibrant and fast-growing women’s social and networking group, dedicated to discerning and intelligent women looking to socialize and make new connections in sophisticated, fun and friendly environments. As well as hosting afternoon teas, fine dining, cocktail evenings and social events in some of London’s most presti …

I have been taking pictures for past many years and have shot all kinds of subjects. My pictures have been published in magazines, newspapers, books, website and catalogs. Worked with top level fashion and glamour models upto art nude level. Have my own studio/ training setup at The London College (UK). The group is going to help keen photographers (beginners, intermediate and advanced) to learn how to shoot a model in a studio environment,  use of studio lights and other studio equipments .  Th …

We hold regular meetups and micro-conferences, inviting a host of prominent professionals in the world of web to share their experiences and offer guidance to those new to the arena. With a philosophy of simplicity and conciseness, nearly all talks are shorter than 20 minutes and refreshingly “data-light”. What do we talk about? Subjects vary depending on the speaker, but each talk is focused towards learners and encourages interactivity. We attempt to cover all areas of importance to those new …

Enjoy a drink? Share a passion for the alternative stuff in life? Cult film? Comics and Graphic Novels? Alternative Music? Sci-fi? Or just the alternative scene? Whether you're a fan of any of that, an aspiring creative looking to network a little, or just sounds like your kind of people and you enjoy a drink, look no further: This is just a straightforward regular social drinks session to meet some likeminded folk and have a laugh. I've been running other nights for a good few years, but though …

Come and join the group for regular Pranic Healing Events. We have regular weekly Twin Hearts Meditation for Global Peace & Illumination. Unwind, re-charge and get your energy back!  Do you find that after a hard day at work and the long tube/train journeys, you do not have time for yourself to unwind and relax? Come along and experience an incredibly rejuvenating healing meditation, get your energy levels topped up before you even get home!  We now have a regular meditation in central London. …

Vocal Tai Chi is a form of freestyle, contemplative singing that is rooted in principles and basic practice of Tai Chi. It has been uniquely developed by composer-vocalist Jenni Roditi. The simple but profound art of vocal improvisation provides a new space for people in Vocal Tai Chi workshops to enter into the process from wherever they are along the path of music, voice, improvisation, breath, body and energy work. Whether you are an experienced 'singer' or a beginner, VTC offers a creative …

“INSTANT THEATRE combines my favorite aspects of Improv and Theatre; The “rush” of Improv and the “Emotional Depth”of Theatre.” Emily Newhouse (Being There 2 Dec 6th 2010 NYC) INSTANT THEATRE is a new & fabulous concept of ‘Theatre’ and ‘Performance’ devised and directed by British Director, Writer and Teacher Diana Laurie. Through a series of Theatre Workshops actors become acquainted with Diana’s method of working... (initially invented to develop ‘Sight-Reading’ skills for actors and thus im …

KeepBlackLoveAlive! The social group for Black Couples and their children. Fun, black family values and the desire to build a strong social and business community are the things at the heart of 'KeepBlackLoveAlive!'; a place where we belong; where we are understood, supported and loved. Have you been looking for somewhere to socialise and make friends with other black couples? Or maybe maybe somewhere you can get and share the advice about our children's education. Perhaps you just feel that we …

‘The power of purity meditation guides you to forgiveness, positivity and bliss. Liberation happens when the inner space is clean from trapped emotions, afflictions and various habitual conditionings. Forgiveness from the heart establishes gratitude in place of these afflictions. Unconditional love sprouts and life becomes purposeful. The effect of this meditation will depend on purity, faith, application, consistency, will to surrender your ego and to embrace gratitude and grace of Masters.’ – …