This is a very dynamic group with many regular members coming from a variety of backgrounds. Our meetings are enthusiastic, as we discuss how each book effects us personally. We are currently reading fiction as our primary genre, but we introduce oth…

"The difference between where you are today and where you'll be five years from now will be found in the quality of books you've read." - Jim Rohn - This group exists to act as a catalyst for business education, discussion, and action.…

Meet other local fans of author Ayn Rand and her philosophy of Objectivism -- a philosophy of Reason, Purpose and Self-Esteem that holds human life on this Earth as the standard of all values and *your* life as an end in itself.

August's Book--Ruth Reichl's TENDER AT THE BONE: GROWING UP AT THE TABLE September--Christina Thompson's COME ON SHORE AND WE WILL KILL AND EAT YOU ALL: A NEW ZEALAND STORY OCTOBER--Diane Setterfield's THE THIRTEENTH TALE: A NOVEL Looking for othe…

Wish you had a "Jane Austen Book Club" to belong to? Want to meet other like-minded girls in their 20s and 30s who enjoy a good book (fiction, trashy novels, self-help, health/nutrition, sci-fi, Austen...), a cup of coffee and good company? Then t…

Do you have books you've done reading that can share with other book lovers? If so, please join me to meet other readers, make friends and have fun. This is not a common book club, we will have access to many different books by exchange. Everytime…

Q: What is our main purpose? A: To explore and enjoy great literature. Q: Who should join us? A: -residents of the San Francisco Peninsula who love to read classic literature (Ibsen, Austen, Twain, Flaubert, Dostoevsky, Virgil?.) -readers who…

A social networking resource for Black Professionals in Silicon Valley / South Bay Area. This is the perfect place to meet other local Black Professionals for social activities. They vary from a book club fostering meaningful discussions on matter…

This group is for book lovers in Palo Alto and the surrounding areas who are looking to meet up once a month and discuss books...possibly over a meal if members are so inclined. Should be a great way to meet new people and discuss books you've never…

Palo Alto Ladies Book Club. We are just a small group that is starting an informal book club. Not too serious and a chance to discuss a book in between a chat over a glass of wine and some food. We plan to read a book a month. We are not quite ready…

“ I grew up in Nevada. Left the state after high school and lived on the east cost for 10 years. Got tired of the weather and moved back to CA. I love it here. I love science, fixing things, and country music. ”

“ running, biking, chess ”

“ My name is Aarti. I've been living in the bay area for a few years now and am always looking to expand my network of friends. ”

“ Hi, my name is Catherine Hathaway. I love knitting and singing and art. I have a two year old daughter and would like to meet other moms in the area. :) ”

“ Hello. I love stamps, scrapbooking and would love to know more about altered books. ”

“ Just moved to the city a few weeks ago and the state a few years ago. Looking to expand my horizons and meet a cool person, or two, or three :) ”

“ I like things. ”

“ Looking forward to meeting new friends! :) ”

“ My name is Christina, I'm new to Meetup.com. I'm a SAHM. Age 25. Hubby and I live in Castro Valley with our two kids Mikey who is almost 2 (born Sept. '06) & Annabelle Grace 3 months old (born June'08). I'm also on CafeMom.com under LovemyMikey913. ”

“ Recently single empty nester... Looking to reinvent my life and meet some great people I look forward to putting my two loves together. Although in the last 12 years I haven't had much time to read I look forward to jumping back into it! ”

“ I've been studying Ekhart Tolle via Oprah's online classes and would love to meet like minded people in my area who are interested in expanding their awareness and consciousness. ”

“ Hi there! I want to start playing racquetball so I'd appreciate any advice on where to play around Sunnyvale, equipment, etc. I have experience with other racquet sports so, hopefully, I'll learn quickly. Racquetball lessons are very welcome :) ”

“ Hi, I enjoy reading and love words, in spite of the fact that English is not my native language -- and that I don't have a dog or any pets. However, I have my own "mechanical pet," Kindle, which I carry books and the NY Times with. ”

“ Hi Folks, I'd like to know, & share what I know, of good science events (talks/lectures, shows, etc.) the area (SF & East-bay) has. Interested in all sciences and technology - but mainly alternate energy and bio-sciences.. May start a meetup soon! ”

“ I'm looking to meet new people in the area with similar interests - I'm a newlywed and busy finishing school but also hoping to squeeze in time to make new friends! ”

“ The name of this meet-up doesnt include the word "skiers." Is it only for skiers? ”

“ I joined this meeting group because it combines my two greatest passions and joys, animals, and books. One day I hope to make it as a professional writer, so it is always good to know people's opinions on what they did and didn't like in a book ( A b ”

“ I'm not sure about this group . . . I feel like I've stumbled onto a secret society! I love books and love my dog, so anything that combines the two is awesome! My latest read/passion is by Laura Esquivel (Like Water for Chocolate) called The Law o ”

“ I love to read and have always wanted to join a book club to broaden my literary interests. i don't currently have a dog but love them to death! ”

“ Hi, Our family just moved to Natomas. We are interested in meeting families with kids close to our kids' ages. ”

“ Hi! I am new to the area and thought this would be a good way to meet new people and try new things! ”

“ I am single and looking to makenew friends,find new opportunities. I believe that new opportunities come from reaching out to new people. My interests are varied and I'm open to just about any topic! I'm just really looking to meet new friends. ”

“ I am a 27-year old Art Director, who moved to SF five years ago. I live with my boyfriend and I am looking to meet some new people to talk, laugh and hang out with. Maybe make a few friends along the way. ”

“ Hi! I'm looking for fun, positive people interested in socializing, food, wine, music, reading, dancing, golfing, skiing, being physically active. I've lived Sacramento for a while, but it's changed and I want to rediscover what it has to offer! ”