I started this group because I want to keep up on the latest books on global affairs, international development, foreign policy, economics, or finance. I also wanted to meet other people out there with the same interests who crave stimulating intellectual discussions. I thought this group could serve as a way to motivate us to stay current on the latest literature and lead us into some fun discussions. You should join this group if you are one of the many Washington area professionals (like …

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 …

The Center for Inquiry–DC (CFI–DC) offers an opportunity to put your principles into practice by joining other rationalists to work for positive change in society. In addition, the D.C. Center sponsors social events for freethinkers as well as intellectual programming. CFI provides an ethical alternative to religious and paranormal worldviews. In this time of rising religiosity, anti-intellectualism and political turmoil on ethical issues, it is critical that rationalists and freethinkers join t …

Just as clarification, "Goddess" isn't in reference to spiritual, holistic or new age beliefs. Just a fun group of women who like to drink some wine, have a good time, discuss interesting topics, laugh and develop friendships. Now... the original description... Meet other women in their 30's and 40's in our community who celebrate being smart, beautiful, fun, funny, adventurous, and independent. We are past the bar/club scene of our 20's but still enjoy going out on occasion, happy hours, girl t …

Socrates Café Rockville is open to all, the 4th Saturday of each month at 7pm. We have a coffeehouse-style atmosphere, with coffees, teas, and light refreshments available. For more details, see the website of Socrates Café's creator at www.philosopher.org, or the Socrates Café Rockville web page, http://www.uucr.org/adultenrichment/socrates.php Socrates Café are gatherings around the world where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences while …

Welcome to our social/cultural Iranian-Americans meet up group where Farsi speakers gather to socialize; participate in cultural events; professionally network; exchange ideas; and brain storm to create new ways to encourage other Iranian Americans to reconnect to their roots. It is a great Place for the: • Iranian-Americans to gather and speak their tongue “Farsi” • New Iranians-American to the area to make new friends and to feel welcome. • Creating opportunities for interested parties to lea …

The purpose of this group is to discuss books that we find we can't put down after the first reading.  We'll discuss the elements of the story that we most connect with. Drinking warm, soothing tea such as jasmine, oolong, mint, constant comment, green leaves with orange peel, or peppermint will enhance your discussion of what we will read. How comfy is that?  This group will appeal to diverse women in their 40's or 50's who enjoy laughing and crying over a good read. If you feel as if you would …

So here's my idea. I'm looking to start a group for people that generally feel blah right now. Not depressed, but a little apathetic. I mean, life's good. Decent job, decent pay, but maybe something's missing. You have some fickle passions, or maybe even an overwhelming passion, but it won't pay well enough to quit the professional career you've already spent so much time pursuing. Maybe you'd like to get a dog, but you realize it would be a pain to walk him in the winter every day after a …

  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 …

Like that old, soulful U2 rock anthem, do you sometimes find yourself singing "I still haven't found what I'm looking for?" Or maybe you find yourself “losing your religion" just like that classic R.E.M. song says.  But in either case, you definitely feel emotionally distant from the Christian spirituality and Sunday worship you grew up with.  Curious to find out why you’re having these feelings/thoughts?  But more importantly, curious if there is a better way to think about and practice faith?  …

The Philosophical Society of Washington (PSW), the oldest scientific society in Washington, invites speakers from the large, diverse scientific community in the Washington area to present results not yet in public awareness. The society attracts members who would like to be aware of the frontiers of diverse intellectual disciplines. Meetings are generally held every other Friday from October to May at the Cosmos Club. Following the scheduled program, members have the opportunity to present and d …

Intellectually curious? If you love the Resident Associate lectures at the Smithsonian, taking advantage of the latest quirky offer from Groupon, or just exploring all the unusual and somewhat geeky things the DC metro area has to offer, this group is for you. We get together and explore the lectures, exhibits, plays and off beat activities of DC, while meeting new people. Our members tend to be in their mid twenties to mid-fifties, but all are welcome.

If your reading interests lean towards non-fiction, or if you are interested in a non-fiction title the Georgetown non-Fiction book Club is for you! We meet once a month at the Georgetown Neighborhood Library in D.C. (on the corner of R St. & Wisconsin Ave.). We'll read recent best-sellers, titles that people are talking about, and what you are interested in!

We are a friendly group of readers who meet on Thursday nights at the Georgetown Branch of DC Public Library. All books we read are available through the library system, so there is no need to buy titles (unless of course you want to support the floundering publishing industry). Anyone who likes to read literary fiction and the occasional not-so-literary title is welcome, as are suggestions for upcoming titles.

This group is for Women only- single or married- who will be wingwoman to each other- be there for each other. We are located in Washington,, D.C.-and the surrounding area (including Montgomery County, Arlington, etc. and you are from the late 20s to your 40s- but open to enjoying oneselves and laughter. I've heard from many women that it's more difficult to make friends as adults and this group is to make, nurture, and maintain real friendships with other women whether you are new to the area o …

The Inventors Network of the Capital Area (INCA) is a non-profit educational organization founded in 1993. Our members are interested in patents, the innovation process, product design, marketing, licensing, prototyping and other product development issues. Every month we host a meeting with a speaker and time for experienced and beginning inventors to network.The meetings are usually held third Mondays of the month at the Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library in Falls Church, Virginia. Private sector …