If you keenly feel a dearth of connection with smart, interesting, motivated AND capable people in Los Angeles; If you do NOT enjoy having to shrink your hard-earned vocabulary to basics in order to be correctly understood, let alone have the listener truly tracking with you; If all your most intelligent friends have all suddenly upped and left LA for more fruitful intellectual climes; If you think this whole idea is highly pretentious but you'd STILL show up anyway to see what the fuss is about …

"Great people talk about IDEAS. Average people talk about THINGS. Small people talk about OTHER PEOPLE." --Tobias S. Gibson Are you tired of repetitive, maddeningly superficial "small talk"? Does endless talk about sports figures and celebrities bore you out of your wits? Would you prefer instead to discuss the ideas that shaped history? If you answered "yes", you are cordially invited a Pasadena discussion group. This meet-up will be an intellectual oasis, a refuge for those who wish t …

Hey entrepreneurs and those who naturally think outside the box! Come bring your ideas and challenges that keep you up at night to the Business MMA: Rowdy Roundtable. Get ready to connect with other entrepreneurial-minded individuals in our friendly, intellectually-driven discussions. Come and pick the brains of featured speakers, participate in a “corporate cage match” and “go to the mat” with fellow entrepreneurs, discussing ideas. Possible topics include the latest trends and challenges in te …

Well I think the group name does most of the describing, but the goal here is for people relatively the same age, to pick great books, meet up once a month and discuss them. I want to create a casual and fun atmosphere so that like-minded people can get together, meet people out of their circles, and have the intellectual stimulation that's void from so many of the encounters I've had with people out here in LA. We'll pick from a range of books, and meet wherever the group decides. Ideally, we'd …

This group is for people who are about improving their lives individually so that we can all benefit and improve on an individual, group, world, and universal level. We will have intellectual, open-minded discussions specifically about the book Conversations With God by Neale Donald Walsch and possibly other books (ie Better Than We Found It by Darrell Park and various Self-Improvement books).

We are an adventurous reading group. We read a variety of types of books, not just stuck on a couple of genre. We read things we don't normally read to stretch our range of enjoyment (and sometimes just to stretch). We will meet once a month and food and drink will be an important part. We will discuss things in an atmosphere of relaxation, respect and fun.

Hi, Sadly so much of the genius and intellect in our society is wasted creating new, useless or even destructive needs in people in order to get them to part with their hard-earned money. Artists from all the humanities have been complicit in creating this dysfunctional society we live in. We all need to make a living, mouths to feed, etc., so I am not blaming the creatives in our society. But, I believe those with artistic talent or philosophical wisdom need to come together to help improve our …

The Beverly Hills Women's Network is the perfect destination for happy, affluent renaissance women who are focused on living their lives to the fullest and creating a relevant legacy! Renaissance: --n. a revival or rebirth, especially of culture and learning. A renewal of life, interest, or vigor. Membership Has It's Privileges. What Are The Next Steps ? 1. Submit a true, recent and accurate photo of your "human" self and not an "avatar" nor photos of flowers, animals, or the like that you feel …

This group is for high net worth, professional players - men only, all BOSSES that live, work and play hard in Beverly Hills, CA. The Beverly Hills BOSS Network is the perfect destination for happy, renaissance gentlemen of wealth and independent means who are focused on living their lives to the fullest, experiencing high octane adrenaline super hero power pumping fun, expanding their horizons through art, culture, high profile events, scintillating mixers and think tanks; wealth creation and p …

This group was created to take advantage of one of the best keep secrets in Los Angeles for people who love live music, wine and quality conversations from a pool of diverse easy going intellectuals. It's every Friday night throughout the summer at the LACMA museum from 6-8pm. I created this group for people who aren't particularly into the bar scene and looking for an alternative entertainment choice to start the weekend after a long work week and still allows a great socially environment to me …

Hey Ho Book Lovers! Please join us if you can relate to any of the following: Do you often feel unenthused at the idea of having what you read next dictated by a book club? Or wish that your book discussions would involve opinions of both men AND women? Do you love meeting up with friends to discuss what others are reading and get recommendations, in a friendly, obligation-free environment? Do you use your library card more than your gym membership? Or visit Vromans on a bi-weekly basis and wis …

Women's Journeys is for women ready to travel to exotic locations and want a group of interesting women with whom to travel. You are between the ages of 35-75 and maybe your husband/partner doesn't share your passion for exploring new and different places. We appeal to women from all different backgrounds. The first scheduled trip is to PERU for October 14-22, 2013. Make your dreams come true! Future trips include India, Turkey, New Zealand and Australia! Come join us to expand your horizons! Yo …

The best reading club has struck the Earth and it's reaching your cranium!!! Booze and reading nuff' said!!! If you like reading and drinking this is the book club for you! We enjoy several books and we read books that are similar to: -Professional, Drive, Hyper Space, Mexican-American Mojo, Parallel Worlds, The Black Hand, Incognito, Malcolm X, The Female Brain, You just don't understand, The Life of PI...just to give you a sense of what our reading pallet is like. Open to anyone who is friendl …

Hi Friends, I am starting a weekly meditation and discussion group. The idea is that I will be a facilitator and guide, but that we are all equal partners in meditating and discussing whatever ideas or topics come up. For example I do not always have to the facilitator, one of you can take charge and lead the group from time to time. Depending on the week, we will focus a variety of things from breath work to visualizations. We will discuss various ideas on spirituality, personal development or …

Toastmasters is starting a new monthly club at the Cypress Library beginning June 15th.  If you fear public speaking or desire opportunities to practice leadership, this is the group for you!

Sorry folks it’s to troublesome to maintain two groups so please join us at “Southern California History & Culture” which has the same historical events plus many cultural activities. Michele and I hope to see you soon - thanks! http://www.meetup.com/SouthernCaliforniaHistoryAndCulture/ Closed Group - Please Join “Southern California History & Culture”

We will be following the model recommended by The Dalai Lama Foundation for the study of "Ethics for the New Millennium" by His Holiness The Dalai Lama. Initially we are looking at a nine (9) week study of the book, but we may adjust that to suit the group's needs and schedules. The foundation notes: "We believe if we are to build a world in the twenty first century where every sunrise promises reduced suffering, increasing concord and more widespread peace, we must begin in a small way, at a pe …

Reasonable Faith Los Angeles Area Chapter We are a group of Christian believers who study and discuss apologetics, as well as philosophical and theological issues. Our springboard is the scholarly work of William Lane Craig and his book "Reasonable Faith".

“I know there is strength in the differences between us. I know there is comfort, where we overlap.” ― Ani DiFranco We join together in community through yoga & wellness practices. Moving in connection with our breath and each other, we create space and feel togetherness (union). This group is about yoga, health and finding the awareness to raise above mundane tasks and connect with life! Join us and become part of the community. Be part of the tribe. We share stories- Empowering Yogi's every …

Who are we? SOL Professionals is a networking organization that offers Latino Professionals the opportunity to exchange ideas, build a strong cohesive network, experience unique business and social events, and meet other like-minded Professionals from all industries and backgrounds. Our Vision is to create an environment for Latin@ Professionals that inspires, enriches intellectually, and serves Society.  We are a group consisting of 1400 members, and growing.  The Meetup was created as a way to …

A Matryoshka doll or a nested/nesting doll is a Russian doll or toy which features a set of dolls in decreasing sizes nested within one another. I chose this name for the group because I believe everyone is complex and has many layers to their personality and discussion can be a tool to explore the many facets that exist in others, thus creating true intimacy and camaraderie. I feel that is missing today. The Nested Doll is a group for those who really enjoy great conversation and deep and hone …

A group dedicated to helping people lose their faith*, fears, and superstitions through music, art, and literature. *faith - to pretend to know things you do not know.

Long Beach RetroGeeking What is Retro-Geeking and who is it for? Do you find yourself geeking out over 70's/80's/90's music, classic computers (Apple II/Commadore 64/IBM-PC/TRS-80), cartridge-based game consoles (Atari 2600/NES/Super Nintendo/Sega Genesis), D&D/strategy/board games, or the scientific feasibility of technology found in comics/books/movies/TV shows? You have come to the right place!!! RetroGeeking provides the opportunity to (re)experience retro pop-culture in various forms with …

As we only make up about 3% of the population, it's time we get our master minds together. We can use this group to do some "empire-building" or simply to exchange our experiences. Like similar meetups, I am thinking of meeting for coffee, dinner or drinks, but feel free to make suggestions for anything else. I just recently learned about the MBTI and my type and have found that just reading about it sheds a whole new light on a lot of experiences in my life. I would love to hear how closely all …

Where innovation, Technology, business and Investment come together. A non-profit community based center for public benefit providing incubation, training, mentoring and funding resources for entrepreneurs throughout the 14 cities of the South Bay. Currently accepting applications for Charter tenants in the 1108 Sartori #108.   www.thesbec.org

This Meet-Up is for anyone who identifies as polyamorous, has questions about polyamory, wants to learn about polyamory, or just wants to meet cool polyamorous people. We are committed to openness in every way -- intellectual, emotional, spiritual. We are committed to not scheduling events which conflict with events run by the other two biggest poly meet-up groups in the area (So Cal Polyamory and Inland Empire/Live The Dream) so this could be in addition to meeting people in those communities, …

I love inspirational people!!! There is something uniquely amazing about people who naturally inspires others. To me, an inspiration person is defined as someone who has a big, wholesome heart, strong minded and an empowering attitude. If you are that person, or seeking inspiration in order for you to fine tune your emtional state, and/or strengthen your motivation and achieve your desire results then this group is for you!  My intention is to schedule each meet up to be as unique, fun and inspi …

Want to improve your business Spanish, presentation skills, and meet local professionals from Southern California? Visit the New Toastmasters group in Spanish at the City Club in downtown LA! Our next meetings are May 20th, 2013 and June 10, 2013. Location: 333S. Grand Ave., 54th Fl., Los Angeles CA 90071-1504. Reception: 6-6:30 p.m. Meeting: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Non member $15. For your complimentary guest pass, rsvp at erabaso@gmail.com with coupon code: meetup2013. RSVP includes non-member fee, …