We read various non-fiction books rough around the topic of "how things happen." To date, we have read Guns, Germs and Steel, Blink, Fooled by Randomness, The Logic of Failure and The Black Swan: the Impact of the Highly Improbable. We will next r…

Listen up Fashionistas! If you love chick lit novels with a strong female protagonist, including chick lit, mommy lit and bride lit, this is the book club for you. New York or London- our girl characters take charge, get promoted and find love, all…

“ I recently finished a year-long 50 state eco-adventure to explore and personalize environmental sustainability (www.yert.com). I believe this issue is the most important of our time. Perhaps of all time! ”

“ Although I live outside of Allegheny County, I do miss what the our wonderful city has to offer! This seemed like the perfect way, to ease my way back in, without doing so occasionally but alot more frequently. I was totally surprised to soo how many gr ”

“ I'm new to the Morgantown area, and I'd like to meet people with similar interests. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because it's almost impossible to learn tai chi from books and videos - practicing with other people is the best way to learn! ”

“ I am new to area from California, and I am a movie fan - I like all kinds. And I look forward to meeting a lot of new people in the area ! - Marci ”

“ Looking to meet new people in the area! This is the only pic I have online and it was after 48 hours of sleep deprivation lol ”

“ Hi everyone, I hope someone starts a karaoke meetup, I love to go, but my friends aren't crazy about it, so I am looking for new friends, lol. Seriously I am looking some friends that like to sing. ”

“ Hi Everyone, I am so excited to join the bookclub! It's time to start reading again. Looking forward to meeting everyone. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am passionate about respecting and caring for all living things on the planet. ”

“ Hi, I am 25 and love to read, so much in fact that I keep a part time job at a bookstore just to fund my habit. ”

“ Hi all, I'm Cristie. I am a student at Pitt and need some diversion from my studies. I am also looking to meet a more diverse group of people. See you all soon. ”

“ Hello all! I just recently moved to Pittsburgh and look forward to meeting others who share my love of reading. My husband and I are empty-nesters and are really enjoying life! ”

“ I devour books - I am really looking forward to meeting new people with the same interest. It will be really nice to have someone to discuss books with! ”

“ Looking for people who might be interested in meeting to bead as a group. Could be a traveling kind of meet, but no set level of beading. ”

“ Hello. I have always been and avid reader and have never had friends that shared my passion. It would be great to meet people with the same interest that actually pay attention when I talk about the great book I just read! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'm from Pittsburgh, PA and I'm looking for real people who understand the East Coast attitude to make solid friendships with. ”

“ Hi everyone! Puggles are so dear and special to us. We currently have one, P-Nut, who is definitely the center of our lives right now. We'd love to join a group to get him interacting with other puggles. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I love comedy. ”

“ Hi! I am a single person among a sea of marrieds who would love to get out of the house more. I love to read, and I've been wanting to join a book club for a long time. ”

“ As a writer, books fascinate me. As a reader, books transform me and my way of thinking. Since moving to Pittsburgh almost two years ago I've been wanting to find a book club that was less uptight than most, to meet people with similar interests. ”

“ I love to read and I would like to meet some new friends with similar interests. This group sounds like fun! ”

“ Hello, My name is Kristin Behm, and I "met" Liselle Konig, who introduced me to your book club. I would love to join, and get the chance to meet new people and read great new books! ”

“ Hello....I am new to the Pittsburgh area, just moved from Boston. Looking forward to meeting new people and enjoying my new surroundings. This group seems a great place to start! Besides, my dog can only help me so much! ”

“ Hi. My name is Liz and I am new to the Pittsburgh area. I work in product development for a fashion retailer in the accessories department. I would like to join this meetup because I love to read and I would like to meet new people. ”

“ Hello, I was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area. I am a nanny with 10 + years of experience in this field and truly love what I do. I also enjoy all forms of excercise. I am looking forward to making new friends with similar interests :) ”

“ Hi - I'm Heidi.... I've always loved to read and I thought it would be fun to meet some new people! ”

“ Hi, My name is Joyce and I joined meetup to meet new friends and enjoy a wide variety of social activities. ”

“ Hi I love to read this type of book and would also like to meet some new people. Looks like a fun time! ”

“ Hi! I love reading. And I love discussing the books that I read with others. I am busy with two kids and a husband that travels a lot, but would love to try and get together when I can. ”

“ Hi...im excited to find this group. Im new to the area and LOVE to read....so i hope to find some new books. ”

“ Hi Everyone, I love to read - especially the light and relaxing Chick Lit genre! ”

“ hi. i live in cranberry & hope to meet w/ the group soon. ”

“ Hello all, I'm 21 years old, studying business , I love to read if i had time I would do it all day. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy being active and with like people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet other people to share ideas with. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to make some new friends and experience what the city has to offer. ”

“ Hello Everyone..I would love to meet with people interested in holistic medicine,yoga,books, meditation.movies,animals,just about anything. I am looking to make new friends find new interests and have fun. ”

“ Hi--looking for a book club, but the chicklit selections didn't look that appealing. Recently I've read the Glass Castle (excellent) and I'm working on What is the What by Eggars who wrote Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius (also excellent). ”

“ My husband and I just relocated from Boston and are looking to get involved and meet new people in the Pgh area. I travel for work, but am interested in book/cooking/etc clubs Thurs- Sun nights. ”

“ Hi..now that my kids are older it's time for me to get involved in things I am interested in! ”

“ I would like to meet some people in the area. I am a newly single mom and would like to make some friends as