Our book club is devoted to discussing and reading both fantasy and science fiction novels while maintaining a fun laid-back atmosphere. We hope to draw in like-minded individuals that enjoy the imagination and depth contained in such books. This group meets once a month in Manhattan (usually the 2nd or 3rd Tuesday of the month) with the goal of reading one novel in between each set of meetings. Selected books are posted on the wall of our meetup page prior to each meeting. To learn more please …

A monthly book club for people in the Bayside/Flushing area.

There are no assigned readings, no assigned themes. Instead, read what you want and be prepared to explain (without spoilers, if it's fiction) what makes it compelling or a door stop. Extra points for dramatic reenactments, diagrams, and remembering what it was you read. If you're planning to attend an upcoming event, please list in the comments what you're reading, so those between books can choose whether or not to join you. The idea is to meet within walking distance of the 1, A/C D/B station …

This is a group for anyone interested in reading mystery novels and science fiction, as well as any other genres you might find interesting! I'm interested in Agatha Christie, Michael Crichton, Arthur Conan Doyle, H.G. Wells, and many many more. I am new to the area and would also like to take this opportunity to make some new friends over coffee, lunch, and a good book! We can meet twice a month on Saturday mornings/afternoons.

CINEMAFORCE BEYOND is a Yonkers-based, dues-free, social group for Sci-Fi, Comic Book, and Horror Fans where the extraordinary reigns supreme and reality is purely optional. We invite you on a voyage of boundary-breaking events. Join us and let a powerful and provocative blend of the hottest sci-fi, horror and fantasy comics, movies, and games take over. If you want to see it, read it, or play it - it's here! All events are buy-your-own-ticket. Movies will be seen on Bargain Tuesday nights at Sh …

Experts, Meet the Curious. Curious? Meet an expert. We Are a Center for Cultural and Crowd-sourced Learning in the Rivertowns. Learn a new craft or teach what you know to others. Join a discussion on health, parenting, politics. How do you pick a good bottle of wine? Join a bilingual activity group for kids or attend a guided conversational group in Mandarin.  Ever want to know more about something? Tell us about it. We'll find an expert to teach it and find other people with the curiosity as y …

Hello! To give you a taste of our group, this is a list of our recent books: A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood Room: A Novel by Emma Donoghue A Good Man Is Hard to Find by Flannery O'Connor Super Sad True Love Story by Gary Shteyngart The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway Middlesex by Jeffrey Eugenides The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson Freedom by Jonathan Franzen Ready Player One by Ernest Cline Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë The Ma …

This is a gathering of friends who enjoy literature and a hearty discussion about the books we read. This group is designated for ladies who enjoy laughing to the point of tears, being inspiring and inspired, and who can respect and appreciate differences of opinion. If any of these attributes sound like you, you will find kindred spirits here.

If your a book lover who enjoys reading literature written by African-American and Latino authors, meeting new people while having fun, then this is the group for you. A monthly book will be chosen to read, and reviewed. Reviews will be shared with authors and publishers so our voice can be heard by authors and publishers. Members will be informed of publishing news, events, workshops and seminars. We will host guest speakers, authors and contributers to the publishing industry to discuss self-p …

Hello all!! This group is dedicated to bringing women of all kinds together to embrace all sorts of adventures. The purpose is to embrace life and enjoy it with best friends. As a group, we arrange fun activities from weekend getaways to book clubs to holiday parties. We only have three rules: you’re not allowed to bring your significant others (unless we’re hosting a couples party ), you’re not allowed to NOT have fun and (for technical purposes…if you RSVP to 3 events and are a no show, membe …

Whether you travel by dragon, X-wing, Floo Powder , Stargate, rabbit hole, DeLorean, magic carpet, TARDIS, Oceanic Airlines…or NYC subway...this meetup is for you. The purpose of the NY SciFi and Fantasy is to meet other fans and enjoy the culture of these great genres together, usually by watching TV series and movies. You don’t have to be a huge fan of sci fi and fantasy to come.   You don’t have to be the person who has your DVR permanently set to the Syfy Channel, speak fluent Klingon, or ha …

This is the NO BS group for current (and future) national real estate investors to get together and talk about what types of deals are making money, where, and how. OUR PLEDGE: Every meeting is $5; we do not sell anything; members are not allowed to solicit sales of real estate education, books, mentorship programs, title insurance, realty services, etc; we exist solely as an educational group for active (and future) real estate investors, helping each other evolve our investing methods as the m …

To explore the ideas of the science fiction author Philip K Dick  Ray Bradbury, Jorge Luis Borges. Heinlein, Arthur C. Clarke and other sci fi writers and filmmakers such as Stanley Kubrick, Ridley Scott, and  Darren Aronofsky. We watch films,discuss books , attend seminars and film festivals

Do you enjoy reading,meeting established, new and upcoming authors? If the answer is yes then you have come to the right group. Every SECOND SUNDAY our group will meet to discuss the book choice of the month while being in the company of people who share the same interest, discussing literature written for, about and by people of color specializing in Black American and Latino Genre and enjoying refreshments. Meetings will take place in the BRONX at The BRONX MUSEUM of THE ARTS located at 1040 …

Self Help Friends is a meetup made to discuss current self-help and personal growth and development books available in bookstores today and how they help or don't help our lives. We will offer tips, advice, recommendations and an opportunity to step outside of our personal comfort zones to challenge ourselves towards growth and a better more authentic life. Self Help Friends is also a forum to provide an opportunity to get out, socialize, meet new people, make friends and enjoy life just a littl …

The purpose of this group is for the New York professional black women to come together, meet & greet and embrace our new midlife. You should join if you're in your fabulous mid- forties and into the mid- fabulous fifties (age criterion:40's to 59) midlife doesn't always equate to crisis. This is a time for reflection and thankfulness as we grow older very gracefully. Let's share our stories and experiences over dinner, gathering at a book store or any other social venue. We are transforming: m …

If your 55+ looking for fun things to do and are having trouble finding others who share your interest or engery then this group is for you. This group will emcompass it all book club, travel, brunch, theater and any other interesting activity that the group decides to incorporate. Our motto lets put together and do it. The first meeting place will be determined by the number of participants. Hoping to hear from you I know you are out there!

Te gusta leer libros en español? Te gusta conocer a nueva personas? Si has contestado que sí, entonces ven a conocernos en el Club de Libros Español. Nos reunimos una vez al mes en la biblioteca de Scarsdale para comentar un libro en español por mes. Leemos libros de autores de todo el mundo hispanohablante como Gabriel García Márquez, Jorge Luis Borges, Isabel Allende, Arturo Pérez Reverte, etc. Por supuesto que estamos abiertos a sus sugerencias. Si quieres saber más, no dudes en contactarme a …

This is a multi interest meetup with access to facilities at North Presbyterian Church, located three blocks from Bowne park.. We meet to practice language skills, discuss films and books. There is a room available for screening films. A commercial kitchen is available for food preparation.

Energy Principles Seminar-Power of Meditation Invitation to Meditation/Book Club Presentation Would you like to experience……. - A quiet calm mind - Connection and support with others - Inspiration to clarify and achieve goals - An introduction to or a deepening of meditation - A full presence to and zest for life… You are invited to an introductory talk and guided meditation experience where you will awaken to and align with your life force energy. Please come and experience this meditation whic …

On the Bronx/Westchester border exists a group of yarn addicts (and those who strive to be so) We are knitters & crocheters, who welcome those who sew, needlepoint etc.. if your craft involves a needle or yarn, join us. Our goal: to help those like us, the Obsessed. Books or yarn - we'll help motivate each other to master techniques from the many books we have purchased and to start and finish projects before yarn stashes take over our homes. For the Beginner to the Advanced, we'll host periodic …

A place for RPG players, manga lovers, board gamers, comic readers, sci-fi/fantasy fans, video gamers (modern and retro), convention goers, cosplayers, etc. Don't forget to check out the Message Board for activity!

Join us on our journey to our BEST SELF. Not just a meetup, this is a MOVEMENT. A movement towards a new generation of "whole black women who are EMPOWERED in every area of their lives. Whole women make SMART decisions and know their value. We refer to ourselves as Diamonds and we are priceless! We bring out the BEST in each other! We plan events that cater to EVERY aspect of your life. We workout together, travel together, save and invest together, pray together, solve problems together. We enc …

THE PENNY FRIENDS is an amazing social community for women 40 and over, married or single. When you come to a meeting you will find a wonderfully diverse, warm and welcoming community of women where you have the freedom to be yourself. The theme of our group is to keep the heartfelt and deeply meaningful essence of female friendships alive and flourishing through laughter, wonderful conversations and great times. We are women from all lifestyles, who have been there for others and now it is tim …

A casual and friendly reading/discussion group. We are planning to read texts such as Plato, Kieregaard & Nietzsche.

Black Writers Guild of America (a division of The Today Group) is a professional organization that supports African American writers of various literary backgrounds. We are an organization that provides advocacy, education and support for writers in a very competitive industry. BWGA was established as a network for creative African American literary professionals nationwide. All BWGA events are sponsored by the East Coast Black Professionals & Entrepreneurs Network and the New York African Amer …

Read All About It! is a great opportunity to read and understand an English-language newspaper. Practice speaking, increase vocabulary, and build public speaking confidence. Learn about the world and be able to converse with others! Develop reading fluency, discuss current events using English vocabulary and grammar, and expand world knowledge. We read articles from a wide variety of news sources ranging from The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal to The African Business Magazine. Improv …

This is a support group for parents, caregivers, educators, coaches, etc who want to share and learn about raising boys to become men of character. Our meetups will cover boy related topics for all ages--from diapers to dating.This is fun learning inclusive environment We'll have discussions, events, book clubs, workshops and more centered around the health, education, mental/emotional and physical well-being, and personal development of boys. We will address concerns such as mental health and a …