We gather together to socialize and discuss the world of ideas, especially: psychology, neuroscience, Zen Buddhism, eastern thought, philosophy, mythology, religion, anthropology, sociology, history, the arts and humanities. Most of our events are "pot luck lectures"—gatherings where we are all welcome to bring ideas from books, articles, media programs, and other sources we've come across that relate to the topic of the day. While the topics are decidedly "intellectual" we also socialize and pr …

(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 …

Where are you on your journey? This heart-centered community is for visionaries, seekers, healers, and leaders who are committed to the deep satisfaction that can only come from following your life's calling, nurturing the temple that is the body, cultivating the wisdom that it takes to alchemize obstacles into stepping stones. We support each other in realizing the truest part of ourselves. Together, we share insight, knowledge and experiences in creating paths to wholeness and healing. We crea …

Welcome to the San Francisco Mind-Benders Book Club!! This club has been created by two enthusiastic book readers (James Glynn and Dilcia Giron). We would like to meet with other book lovers once a month to discuss a chosen work of literature (fiction, non-fiction, biography, classic novels, contemporary novels etc.) over drinks, coffee or a bite to eat. Books will be chosen by the organizers or the group. We are open to a wide variety of books and authors of high-quality literature. We enjoy re …

From Plato and Socrates to Putnam and Searle - this group is for anyone who wants to discuss and learn about philosophy as defined in the most academic sense. Topics include Epistemology, Metaphysics, Ethics, Aesthetics, Political Philosophy, and Philosophy of Mind. Discussions will be drawn on a short philosophical text that will be selected for each meetup. Sample readings include: Plato’s “Apology” and “Crito”, Descartes’ “Meditations”, Hume’s “Enquiry of the Human Understanding”, Kant’s “Cr …

The purpose of this meet-up group is to take a step out of the modern world, our modern stresses and to get out in nature's finest. This could be backpacking, hiking, camping, and the occasional happy hours as well as other various random activities we can come up with. This is low pressure discussion based group, meaning the intent is chill and easy going, collaborative and will grow organically. Discussion topics could include anything of interest (from philosophy, literature, to the cosmos an …

The philosophical café movement began in Paris and has spread rapidly throughout Europe. Its purpose is to create an ongoing public solon in a friendly place where people can gather to carry on relaxed conversation and discuss important ideas. Topics for discussion will be chosen by the participants with a moderator present to direct traffic and insure that all present have an opportunity to take part in the dialogue. For the time being your moderators will be Sam Keen –a freelance philosopher—a …

Informal lunchtime study of Jewish wisdom in downtown Berkeley.  A good text might be Gateway to Happiness. Free e-book:  http://www.happinessclub.com/pages/GATEWAYTOHAPPINESS.pdf Time and place TBD.

A major goal of this group is to promote community among Humanists and Non-Theists. We have monthly pot luck dinners and discussions including topics related to humanism, atheism, Non-theism, science, political issues, naturalism, evolution, religion, history etc. We also have special programs and events such as our Darwin Day celebration. This group meets at, and is associated with, the Unitarian Universalist Church of San Francisco. For more information go to: http://www.sfhumanists.org/i …

This knitting group hopes to connect women who are interested in discussing, current events, books, cultural events, healthy eating and oh, yeah, knitting. Let's do light refreshments and wine too.

This group is a social group for gay/bisexual/curious men who place high value on intelligence and character when it comes to dating and relationships. If you think intelligence is hot, you just found the right group. You are highly encouraged to write something interesting in your introduction instead of just one liners. We all love to read something interesting about you!

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This group is for people who love to read the New Yorker magazine. I love the New Yorker magazine. I generally love people who love the New Yorker magazine. So, I decided to have a meetup where likeminded people can get together once a month to talk about current events, life, and whatever else comes to mind. Whether you are one issue behind, three issues behind, or three months behind; whether you skip the fiction section or only read the fiction section, this Meetup is for you. By popular dema …

This group is for single, African American/black Christian women (of all denominations), over age 40, residing in the cities of El Cerrito, Richmond, Pt. Richmond, San Pablo, El Sobrante, Hercules and Pinole. The first meeting will be for introductions and input about what you would like from the group. Based on the ideas we compile, we can decide on meeting dates, activities and locations.

Do you like to have fun, are you for awhile in the city and not so successful with finding that person you can call friend or you are new to the city and you want to do something, but don't want to do it alone. If yes to that questions, look no further, this group will help. We will have activities that will accommodate everyone's like's, but even if you do something new, you will have fun doing it. We aim to do random activities, anything and everything you as a member are interested in doing. …

Join me on a 10 week journey to awaken the artist within and create the rest of your life. The Artist way is a book by Julia Cameron which helps in creating and supporting the spiritual path for artistic recovery. Each week you will tap deeper into the infinite creative energy, integrating it into your mind, body, and spirit, and harness it in your daily life. Weekly sessions include : Creative expression experiential Body awareness exercises Guided meditations and visualizations Encouragement f …

A fun place to enjoy the Ecuadorian culture and practice your Spanish while eating delicious food from Guayaquil to Cotacachi to Quenca.  Memories from Ecuador and the Galapagos.  No experience necessary!

Inspired by the work of Riane Eisler, bestselling Author of The Power of Partnership: Seven Relationships that Will Change Your Life and The Real Wealth of Nations, the purpose of this group is to engage local community, political and business thought leaders in provocative conversations on creating a more caring and compassionate society that values modern paths to prosperity encompassing all of nature and humanity.

We are the CSUA leadership, former leadership, and hosers! We will reconnect monthly and do random awesome things! [Internal] events  == in Berkeley. Everyone on this meetup implicitly invited. Geared toward current students. Any hoser or officer can create an internal event! [Alumni] events == in Berkeley, SF, South Bay, or maybe even Seattle; who knows? Everyone on this meetup implicitly invited. Geared toward alumni. Any alumn can create an alumni event! Event ideas: Ballmer's Peak, nerd …