ABOUT THIS GROUP: This group is for those who would like to share the experience of going to music concerts and events with others, or having fun playing instruments/singing together or attending music sessions/jams, practicing and/or learning an instrument or singing together or how to read/write/compose music etc etc. Basically, whatever members would like to do together music-wise in their group! Of course, we can also socialise after the event by going to a local pub or cafe or restaurant to …

Be part of something better. We are a community of people who want to play our part in changing the world for the better. Gathering every month, we engage with government, non-profit organisations and companies to discuss the issues of the world and share ideas about possible solutions. Our events invite inspiring speakers to present their work, teach us something new and then to pose a real-life challenge their organisation is facing. Through these types of events, we aim to connect like-minded …

We're here to put black images in film back on the map. Tired of the same old maintream excuses such as “Black film has too limited an audience” or “there’s not enough depth in Black film”.  BCC will try and serve up to the diverse people that we are, movies that tell stories that reflect us and our imaginations. BCC's aims are multifold 1. To provide consistent big screen outlets for new & classic black film/documentary 2. To provide a forum for film/documentary lovers wishing to have that shar …

Socrates Cafe is a philosophy discussion group that is open to absolutely everyone. It's held in a casual cafe environment and we encourage everyone to join in - but there's no obligation to do so. We're bringing philosophy back to the people! It's a moderated open discussion about a topic that we choose together on the night. The sessions are facilitated to try to keep everything on topic and give all attendees a chance to speak (if they want to). Socrates cafe is not about finding a definitiv …

Hi!  Thanks for looking at our club James and I are looking to form a club for people that like to use their minds, and who enjoy culture and creativity. We live in Medway and would recommend this club to those with their own transport who live within a 30 minute radius of here. Week events are mostly cinema visits to Cineworld Rochester and once people know each other we hope to be able to arrange in-home events like board games evenings, get-togethers and walks / bike rides. We also hope to ar …

A group for people who enjoy thinking about the nature of everything and believe that questions are more important than answers. For those that like to listen, to converse without judgement and to challenge their own beliefs and ideas. Fun, wit and humour also very welcome! This is a new group and we would love to meet anyone with any level of interest in philosophy. We plan to have monthly meetings at informal venues around Southend; with conversation topics decided upon at the time. Please let …

From Anaximenes to Zeno - Applying Philosophy to Medicine To all you aspiring philosophers and ethicists - A place to relax and idle in debate over a friendly drink and setting Monthly meetings with a different talk and discussion. Everbody is welcome to our meetup, the only requirement is an open mind and a passion for debate surrounding philosophy,ethics and medicine. I look forward to meeting you.

Hypatia refused to be categorized or adhere to society’s norms; moreover she was passionate in her pursuit of knowledge. This is a group which shares her enthusiasm, where new friends can be made and the dialogue is rich and lively. We’re an East London non-fiction book group for women with some life experience under their belt who want more intellectual stimulation than the usual novel on the best seller’s list. We’re opinionated but not closed-minded, mature but young-at-heart. We respect what …

If like me you love food (good or bad) and enjoy debates (aka, arguments, fights... whatever you want to call it) then this group is for you! Food Fight is aimed at the non-pretentious food lover who loves discussing controversial issues without taking things too personal! We meet up at least once a month at reasonably priced and diverse restaurants across London to informally debate some of the most contested philosophical, social and political topics around, including: the economically challen …

We are a group of people who enjoy talking about ideas, and who are philosophically inclined or would like to find out more about philosophy. We meet every week, normally on a Tuesday or Wednesday.  Our venues are pubs and cafés in various different parts of Cambridge.  Once a month, one of our members will prepare a short talk for the evening and discussions will start to spin off from that.  Sometimes we have organised debates; otherwise, we simply meet up for a sociable chat.  Everyone is wel …

We are a friendly and vibrant group of professionals who enjoy intelligent conversation and quality events that are varied and include; fine dining, prestigious networking receptions, film previews, book launches, talks/debates, afternoon tea, cocktails and sporting events to name but a few. If you have a zest for life and wish to expand your social network, then please join us, we look forward to meeting you! Meet up suggestions Please feel free to suggest meetups.  If however, you wish to orga …

London Black Atheists, despite the name Black, is a group that welcomes all atheists. We want to free our minds and our communities from all religious pollution and corruption. Our mission is to encourage ethnic peoples of all stripes and particularly of the African Diaspora to come out as atheists to other atheists. We will not reveal your identity publicly. We provide a friendly, welcoming and supportive environment for people who want to declare themselves as atheists but are wary of receivin …

-MEME- Thoughts. Ideas. Conversations. The founders of the popular Leicester based MEME discussion nights bring their offering to London and the unsuspecting public. What started as a regular night of entertaniment where we invited our close mates round spawned into over twenty raucous evenings, enjoyed by many (more than just those we knew) over the two years they ran. The aim was to have a good time voicing our opinions, exchanging views and furthering our mindsets on diverse subjects ranging …

Do you need a place to voice your ideas, thoughts, collaborate, debate and challenge within a sociable and friendly environment, then join The Enfield Debaters. Monthly meetups to discuss chosen topics, from political, social, environmental, fashion, religion, historical to even comical. There will be events with guest speakers, with the emphasis on sociable, drinks and food. All are welcome to join and participate in discussions.

This is for people who enjoy discussing topics of the day, maybe with a glass of wine at hand, maybe with a coffee. These people like to share their thoughts and views on topics like current affairs, world politics, ideas and philosophy, travel, art, music and theatre, and sports like ski-ing, cricket and rugby (not football!). Ex-pats especially welcome.

This group is dedicated to the discussion of political philosophy in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Poitical philosophy is a fascinating discussion topic because it requires the participants to examine and their own and others opinons regarding some of the most important aspects of life. No prior knowledge of political philosophy is required in order to participate, just an open mind!

There is only one requirement, you must have completed a PhD. Otherwise there is no set agenda. We meet up and socialize, go to gigs, go for dinner, we talk about the Man Ray exhibition, North Korea, emergence of society, gene therapy, Saul Bellow, pornography in Victorian Britain, Dadaism, Scandinavian socialism, high frequency algorithmic trading, why the Japanese love robots, the universal myth of the hero, punctuated equilibrium, the century of the self, stories of being drunk, smoking and A …

This is a lovely group who offer a wide range of gatherings, classes, discussion groups, meditation practices and more. Based in Maldon, Essex we also have sessions in Southminster. Buddhist principles underpin all our activities, whilst being inclusive of many other spiritual paths. Our meetings are friendly and relaxing. We have a variety of meditation practices that are suitable for all ages (we even have a kids class!) and for beginners and experienced alike. The centre offers free healing s …

This is for any age people who feels haven´t found their way to live yet or want to improve it. If you have no plan for the next few months this is the group you need to join! We would like to help you to find yourself, to make a plan and to create your way of living! Just by asking you the right questions. Come and work in your plan and lets all create a plan!

Monthly (1st Sunday 7:30-11pm) get together and screenings of short films (June 2, July 7) Film Screenings, Conversation, Music plus guest Director Q&A. Submissions email patricklilley@me.com