The Beverly Hills Great Books Discussion Group, organized under the aegis of the world-recognized Great Books Organization founded by Mortimer Adler (www.GreatBooks.org), uniquely claims the distinction of the oldest functioning Great Books Discussion Group in the Nation - See our mention in A Great Idea at the Time by Alex Beam ('08). The Group meets, as it has for 51 years, on the 2nd and 4th Mondays, at the Beverly Hills Public Library (6-8PM), to engage in a spirited analytical discourse o …

This is a group for anyone interested in developing themselves, the go-getters in life and those just looking to meet up with a group of positive people looking to make changes in their life. I started this book club because i want to meet other introspective people looking to become the greatest version of themselves without pomp nor pretense, just real. People who are interested in reading positive books and discussing what they've learned and applied from their experience.

Do you like checking out some of LA's hottest restaurants? Conversing about the latest best-seller? Meeting interesting women and making new friends? As the LA version of a popular NYC meetup, we will get together at least once a month at an upscale restaurant for brunch or dinner to discuss a novel or book that will be voted on and selected by members. Books range from the latest releases to classics. We will try and expand the number of people who can RSVP for a meetup - having possibly two di …

The theme for this book club is "Great Females in Literature" and includes any genre that has great female characters or authors.  Our club meets on the second Wednesday of every month at Aroma Cafe in Studio City.  Join our club if you love reading and discussing great books with friends!

Let’s surround ourselves with individuals who aspire to improve themselves or reposition their lives in a positive direction. We all could get caught in the cycle of everyday life and lose focus on our purpose. Whether you are tip-toeing or making giant leaps towards your dreams and/or goals, let’s get together and read about ways to stay focused and progressive. Hopefully, our discussions will encourage, motivate, and support one another on our journeys. Let’s move forward with our dreams, pr …

This meetup is for women of all ages who live in or around the West Hollywood area. I originally wanted to start a Book Club but decided to make it a social group as well so I could meet new people and explore more of Los Angeles. The Book Club will take place once a month at a Cafe or Restaurant. The social aspect of the group includes anything from exploring LA, coffee, hiking, small bars, movies, bowling, dining in, dining out, museums, spas, book signings and any thing else that sparks your …

Love to read? Like talking about books with interesting people? Want to check out bars and coffee shops in the West LA/Santa Monica area? Join us! The first meetup is on a  Monday, but after that meetups will be the second Tuesday of the month. We'll read both fiction and nonfiction books. Whether you're new to LA or just looking to make some new friends and find new things to read, all bookworms are welcome.

Who says book clubs have to be held at boring old Starbucks? If you'd like to make a commitment to reading more AND you've been dying to try out some of the fabulous bars, restaurants and cute little coffee shops and tea rooms LA has to offer, this is the book club for you! I'm planning on alternating between American classics one month, to modern literature the next to keep a good balance. This book club IS a democracy though, so all suggestions are welcome and will be voted upon!

The West Hollywood Women's Book Club was founded in order to offer women a way to connect with other women. Our primary focus is connecting women who work, rest, or play in the City of West Hollywood. Our overarching mission is to transform our great city into a community one woman at a time. All women are welcome.

A monthly book club reading classic and modern 20th century literature. A journey into some extraordinary but obscure literature drawn from countries all over the world.

This is a laid-back, relaxed and fun book club. We meet hold meetings twice a month, one fiction and one nonfiction. The responsibility of choosing the titles rests with the group members. We read anything... fiction, nonfiction, new releases, classics, whatever. In addition to two monthly meetings, we also meet occasionally for happy hour and/or dinner. You must be an active member of the group to get the invites for these events, since they aren't posted on the site. See you soon!

Greetings and Welcome! Interested in Judaism, Jewish Culture, Jewish History, Great Jewish Literature?  Like to participate in activities, read and discuss with intelligent, thoughtful people? Well then, step right up.  This is group is for you. The L.A. Jewish Club is a group of members with diverse interests including Judaism, Zionism, Israel, Jewish History, Jewish Books...Fiction, Non-Fiction, Culture, Philosophy, etc.  We've also been known to see and discuss cinema. You are invited to not …

The History of Los Angeles Group is a brand new group for anyone interested in learning about and discussing our city's past. Meetups include book discussions, tours, films, lectures, or any other events around town involving the history of L.A.

Bosom Buddy is a women social group where the emphasis is on being a nurturing and supporting friend in the midst of all our busy lives. Bosom Buddy's emphasis is on quality of friendships, not quantity. The concept was taken from Anne Shirley in L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables and anyone who is looking for their Anne/Diana should join! Besides our regular monthly book club, we also hike, host tea parties, see live theater, catch flicks, and enjoy happy hours. Our April 2013 book is Taiye …

I don't believe the East coast has a monopoly on intellectuals. I mean what smart person wouldn't want to live in this climate? But it can be difficult to find the smart, well-educated, cultured people here. So, if you think you fit that description and are interested in meeting other brainy people for friendship, dating, or networking, please join us. Suggest a meetup-arts, cultural events, live music, hike, book discussions, politics, etc.

The purpose of this group is to read Marcel Proust's masterpiece: In Search of Lost Time [nee Remembrance of Things Past] from cover to cover together. We will meet regularly to discuss the portion we are all reading. We may have celebrity Proustian guest speakers come to meetings. We will celebrate our achievement with a special event! A sub-set of newly veteran Proust readers are branching off in 2013 to read James Joyce's Ulysses. As an assist in our appreciation of the novel, we will meet in …

Readings, Musical Performances, and Discussion. Where the line between audience and performer blurs in a perfect storm of shared human experience.

In 2008, we started as a group of adults who loves all things Harry Potter and realized that we love other geeky things like Lord of the Rings, Percy Jackson, Hunger Games, Star Wars, Star Trek, Dr. Who and much more! If you are 21 years or older and want to partake of some geeky fun, come check us out at our next meetup! The Los Angeles Dumbledore's Army Meetup group is fan-run, unofficial group that is not affiliated with or endorsed by J.K. Rowling, her agents, Scholastic, Bloomsbury (or ot …

STRICTLY CLASSICS - We are devoted to reading and discussing classic books and writers whose work has stood the test of time. We meet several times a month at various cafes or book stores in LA. Classic fiction lovers of all ages are welcome. Come join us for rousing discussions of great literary works.

If you're new to comics or a lifelong fan, you'll enjoy our monthly meetings to discuss the great and near great of graphic novels. Comics for adults are a burgeoning art form that any literate person should familiarize themselves with. Each month, a different club member picks a selection that we'll all read and discuss at our monthly meetings. We've been meeting for about two years now, and we've already discussed works written and drawn by Dan Clowes, Chris Ware, Neil Gaiman, Marjane Satrapi, …

This group is for social workers, marriage family therapists, and psychologists who would love to keep growing and learning in their field. We usually meet about once every two months in a cafe to discuss and explore books on a wide range of topics. Group member take turns preparing study questions to guide our discussions. Our meetings are interesting, fun, and also a great opportunity for networking. We're looking to grow and we'd love for you to join!

The Stop Violence Against Women Book Club hopes to create dialogues and campaigns to promote an end the emotional, physical and sexual abuse of women. Discussions will be geared to a chosen book on the issue of violence against women. The chosen book, voted upon by the members, will educate the group not only about the statistics, but also the contemporary dynamics of women abuse. After a discussion of the book, members will brainstorm ideas on how to raise awareness and promote action within th …

There is a seemingly endless supply of books on the writing craft, so instead of feeling guilty because I'm working or doing the laundry instead of reading an enlightening book on the craft, I thought I'd set up an actual monthly time and place to fulfill this need and have writers to talk to about the book! We will read everything from books on writing fiction to poetry to screenwriting. Whatever catches our fancy that month. I'd like to find organizers in several areas of the city, then we can …

The Alliance Française of Los Angeles is a dynamic educational and cultural nonprofit organization that serves the Greater West Los Angeles and West San Fernando Valley areas. Our mission is to promote and enhance the knowledge and appreciation of French and Francophone culture, to increase the knowledge and comprehension of the French language, as well as to encourage interaction among French, Francophone and American people through educational programs and cultural events.

This is an exciting group to explore your natural ability to find Wisdom and Spiritual Freedom in your life. With various locations through out Los Angeles, Anaheim and Long Beach, we will discuss dreams as "spiritual windows" to learn and experience our true nature as Soul. Learn to recall and resolve past life lessons to help you today. We will also discuss topics such as reincarnation and Soul Travel. For meditation, discover the HU song as a contemplative technique to achieve higher states o …

Explore your natural ability to find love, wisdom, and freedom in your life. Learn "Spiritual Exercises," a contemplative method that can help you unlock and begin to understand your true nature as Soul. This type of meditation uses the ancient name of God, HU, as Spiritual Keys to better understand our daily lives. In this group, we will learn how to: * Recall and resolve past-life lessons to help you today. * Interpret your dreams with help of a "Dream Master" your personal Spiritual Guide. * …

Are you interested in writing? Do you have a story you want to tell? Have you ever dreamed of writing your own novel, children's book, screenplay, or book of poetry? If you said yes to any of these questions, then this group is for you! We are a group of young writers (under the age of 40) who meet periodically to discuss writing and encourage each other to write. Members can bring their own writing to share and receive feedback in a positive and supportive environment. All skill levels are welc …

(1 minute video) This group is for people who value and enjoy deeper discussions with amazing people and who are also willing to rise to the occasion by joining us to help make these discussion opportunities an ongoing reality. The events held in this group are all about having fun nights of great people and 'deeper' discussions over dinner in a charming restaurant. This Meetup group was created by Glen Brauer as part of a non-profit global initiative using practical philosophy to bring togeth …