There are many things that this group is NOT: It's not being critiqued by anyone who walks in off the street, It's not meandering conversations about kids, recipes, having a terrible job, or having no job at all. It's not about blogging, fanfic, children's books, or books that are written in an hour, a week, a month, or a year. What this group IS is meeting regularly with a professional writer and editor who will work on your book on all levels from genre choice to plot arcs to line-by-line edit …

Who should join: Women 20+ who have an avid interest in books and a desire to meet like-minded women in a laid back environment. Purpose of the group: To engage in good conversation about great books.  During the meet-ups, we will have group members vote on books to read selecting a couple books at a time. Books will include popular fiction and non-fiction with a few classics thrown in the mix.  Please post your recommendations under the "Discussion" tab or email them to me directly at lgordon03 …

This is a non-denominational book club. Just like any other book club, we are reading down a list of books on the topic of Buddhism and we discuss them at restaurants and cafe's near Takoma Park and Silver Spring. You don't need to be self identifying Buddhist to participate and the organizer will not pressure you to "join the club." We'll be reading books for the popular audience and will rotate through all the major traditions with a mild leaning towards Buddhism as it is developing in the US …

Looking to read interesting books while meeting new people? Join us for brunch once a month in the Montgomery County area to discuss a different genre of books. Each month we will choose a book from a different genre. This is a great way to start reading books you may not normally choose. We will each talk about the books as they relate to the genre while eating delicious food and getting to know one another. We will also plan get-togethers throughout the month: happy hours, dinners, movies, and …

This group will meet twice a month--once to discuss a selection of literary fiction, and once for a non-fiction selection. If you enjoy reading and you'd like to get together and discuss a book with others who have read it, this is your book club! Everyone is welcome--male or female, gay or straight, democrat, republican or independent. Literary fiction is a term commonly used to distinguish serious fiction from popular or "pulp" fiction. According to Wikipedia: "In broad terms, literary fictio …

We are an eclectic mix of readers. We welcome all comers - male and female, LBGT, liberal and conservative. We range in age from late 20s/early 30s to mid/late 50s. If you live in or near Silver Spring, can meet on the 3rd Sunday afternoon of each month, and like to read literary fiction, some history, and some biography, then this book club is for you. We avoid mass fiction (like John Grisham, Janet Evanovich, Dan Brown, etc.). Literary fiction is a term commonly used to distinguish serious fic …

Book club for ladies in their 20-30's who still want to keep learning.

Are you a Young Professional in the Bethesda MD area? Are you looking to expand your social circle? Do you like to read? or talk? or eat? If you answered yes to even one question then this group might be for you! The idea is to alternate meeting up for Happy Hour or Pot Lucks and meeting to discuss a book of the month. Meetings are every 3-6 weeks depending on interest of the members. Books will be selected democratically and the idea is to be exposed to a variety of styles and topics. Feel f …

Do you occasionally feel inadequat at work or in a relationship? Do you want to talk about issues that face Chinese American women in this area over a glass of wine, or tea? Do you have a favourate book that is about women's work and relationship issues that you would like to share and discuss? Do you want to talk about a meaning movie or documentary that may inspire us al? ... Or do you like girls gathering laughing talking making delicious food together and enjoy it?...  if so, come and join u …

Southern Montgomery County Words and Wine is social book club for women in their 30s and 40s. We typically have two events a month – a book discussion and a social event. Each month we meet at a member's home or at a local restaurant to discuss our book selection. We spend about 30 minutes talking about the book while enjoying great food and a bottle of wine. The rest of the time we get to know one another. Members are encouraged to bring their book suggestions, because we like to read a variet …

Love to read? Want to meet other queer women? Then this is the group for you. Each month, we'll meet on a weekend afternoon at a cafe or restaurant in the Maryland suburbs (likely Takoma Park or Silver Spring) to discuss a book we have all read. While we are open to reading books of all kinds, this is a book club for queer-identified (lesbian, bisexual, queer, etc.) women. Please respect this request. Our first meet-up will be posted soon -- save the afternoon of July 27th!

Welcome to Montgomery County Chick Lit's... Chick Lit's ~ Fun Fab Females Book & Social Club is open to all adult women in Mo Co.  If you're a fun loving gal who wants to connect with like minded ladies, this is the group for you! Chick Lit's is for local Mo Co women who'd like to expand their social circle, build friendships & enjoy fun activities in the process. Together we'll enjoy a variety of activities (Dining out, brunch, movies, book club discussions, wine tasting, shopping or day trips, …

If you are like me then you may have grown up on comics. We have also seen comics expand into movies, games, digital etc. Over the years, I have gone from DC to Marvel, currently a combination of both plus some new comers. DC has quite a few comics’ book stores, but they aren’t the places to sit back and discuss our experience. I suggest getting together at a local restaurant and having an open discussion on classic story lines and new/up to date material. Feel free to contact me if you have oth …

The Washington DC Write to Publish Group is unlike most writers’ groups which focus on critiquing each other’s work. Instead this group is dedicated to the "business side" of writing and educate authors (and would be authors) on what they can expect as they go from finished project to available for sale. Much of what I believe and will teach can be found online here: http://www.TheAuthorIncubator.com As a part of your membership, I offer monthly Q&A calls where you can ask any questions you have …

Enjoy reading brainy books? Classics of world literature? Philosophy? Something entertaining, yet intellectually stimulating? Do you actually CHOOSE to pick up novels by the likes of E.M. Forster, D.H. Lawrence, Emily Bronte, or maybe Toni Morrison? Does exploring philosophical classics (Plato's Symposium, maybe? Sartre? Hume?) actually appeal to you? If reading great literature with a friendly, laid-back, edgy intellectual crowd turns you on, then this is the meetup for you. We won't tak …

Sisters On The Move! (Who We Are) An organization created to be an outlet for women empowering women and where sisters from all walks of life unite! To create a unique Sisterhood that will foster a sense of community and family. To celebrate our differences and to discover our similarities, to help heal, uplift, support and to encourage each other through community awareness and friendship. We are very committed to enhancing our quality of life. Our Purpose: Sisters On The Move is an organiza …

This group is focused on reviewing development of Islamic history and Islamic philosophical thought. The group will be run in English language and the discussions are in English.   We may read sample Arabic text and translate in some limited cases.    The group is open for all people of all backgrounds.   The goal is to share knowledge and common interest in this topic.    I would like to establish a comparative avenue for discussion and analysis of Islamic History and Islamic Philosophy with We …

Hi, The group is for women 45+ who love creating beautiful crafts be it knitting (3/4 of us are knitters), needlepoint, quilting, cross-stitch, crocheting, rug hooking,  or other crafts such as altered books/art, beading, collage art, decoupage, etc., and want a way to make new friends and finish projects at the same time. You are invited to come to the founder's home in Kensington/Silver Spring, MD every Sunday  from 2:00-5:00 (coming weekly is NOT mandatory) to get inspired, learn about other …

Cutting edge discussions yet timeless truths! Weary of the "same old same old"? Want to meet very interesting people outside the customary? Well come connect with others who are interested in Socrates Cafe, a philosophical community. Be a social thinker! Our basic guidelines, established centuries ago in Plato's Dialogues, are that all opinions expressed need to be supported by reasons, and that all assumptions need to be examined. Dialogue is not a competition, a sport or debate with winners an …

This group was started for people who love photography, and want to learn more about taking better pictures. It is led by Vickie Lewis, a nationally recognized photographer who has shot assignment work for publications and corporations including Coca-Cola, IBM, People, Parade and National Geographic World. She has been freelancing in the Washington, DC area since 1989. Vickie has a journalism background, and her specialty is creating pictures that tell a story. She has a special talent for shoot …

This group is for people who are interested in expanding their spiritual awareness and living life in alignment with Spirit. Everyone has the innate ability to communicate with those who live in the Spirit World. The purpose of this group is to learn, explore and expand spiritual, mediumistic, psychic and intuitive awareness under the guidance of NSAC Ordained Minister and Certified Medium Konstanza Greer.

This is the Tantra & Tantric Yoga Students Group, formerly T Anonymous group. That group no longer exists. My only reason for taking this on is to promote the growth in knowledge of these ancient Indian practices. I am not looking to sell you anything, make you come to any high priced workshops or browbeat you for NOT attending. I seek multiple sources of information for the betterment of the group. Many books exist for our group edification. We might benefit by reading them, en masse, outside o …

Let's get together over coffee and chat about the novels of Susan Howatch, which have been described as follows: In all of these novels there is a meshing of Christianity and psychology, which Howatch uses as a tool to perhaps reach those “who say and think that religion is outdated rubbish.” If you talk to these people in the language of psychology, she says, “then you can say, this is what Christianity is saying. Learn the language." You don't need to be a Christian to enjoy these novels. Ther …

You have read all the books, graduated from religion, atheism, eastern and western philosophy. Now you want to get out of your mind!  You want to fearlessly practice your most important muscle, daily, every moment.  If you are ready to live according to the way of heart, this group may be a good station on your journey. They way of Heart is the way of Life.  It can help you realize all your dreams. For me, it helped me come up with even better dreams. Highly interactive and electrifying gatherin …

You may be required to purchase a "GYM RAT" PASS--Adult 18+: $30/year (Montgomery County Residents), $45/year (Non-county Residents). This pass can be used at any Montgomery County Community Center. They used to sell a ONE DAY PASS for $5.00 at the front desk; however, I am not sure if they are doing that anymore because I don't see that information on their website. Don't worry if you don't have a racquet, you can borrow one from me or other members (but eventually you will need to buy your own …

Paint or draw outside with friends! Bring an easel or your sketch book. Share the enjoyment! Be out in all seasons. Meet people who love art and love to paint/draw outdoors. And go home with a work of art to hang on your wall or enter in a show. Most of our Meetups take place in or near Washington D.C. Sometimes we stray further afield. En Plein Air means "in the open air" (French), and is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors (compliments wikipedia).

Are you between the ages of 18 and 35 and looking for a welcoming community of young adults in the Bethesda area? Are you interested in exploring your spirituality, meeting like-minded people, and becoming active in great causes? We're starting a Young Adult group at the River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Bethesda, MD. We'd love for you to join us! RRUUC is a welcoming community with a strong congregation. If you are asking yourself: What is UU? Am *I* a UU? We believe that person …

We are over 100 people joined by the character trait of being highly sensitive.  In the research literature this trait is called sensory processing sensitivity.  We, as HSP's, experience and process the world differently than 80% of the population.  We have sensitive nervous systems which take in more information and process information more thoroughly.  Wondering if you are highly sensitive?  Take this self test, researched and validated by Elaine Aron, the founding mother of research on sensor …