We are an open-minded, welcoming, social community for people interested in consciousness and egolessness. (mindfulness, awareness, meditation) We have come to realize that we are Not our Ego (false self). We are a social and educational community for people interested in: 1) Shedding their egos (as much as we can) to reveal one's true self and 2) Practicing / learning about consciousness, awareness, meditation... which helps us become more selfless and emotionally balanced, resulting in more …

Network, connect and learn about inventing and taking your innovations to market, twice a month in an informal setting. The Tampa Bay Inventors Council brings innovative people together twice a month, each 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening from 7 - 9 pm to discuss various aspects of inventing. Speakers discuss issues from patenting to packaging and all the steps in between having a great idea and taking it to market. Annual membership is $75 (on a sliding scale) each January or simply pay $5 at the …

Members of the Theosophical Society encourages open-minded inquiry into and discussion of world religions, philosophy, science, and the arts in order to understand the wisdom of the ages, respect the unity of all life, and help people explore spiritual self-transformation.

Worker-owned enterprises are an alternative to both private ownership of the means of production (capitalism) and state ownership of the means of production (socialism). Libertarian socialists are just as skeptical of state-run enterprises as they are of privately-owned enterprises. Worker-employee ownership avoids the problems of both but it has practical challenges of its own. This meetup is for everyone that wants to know more about this alternative as well as those who have started or want …

This group is for atheists, agnostics, free thinkers and anyone with a critical thinking mind who would like to socialize around Florida, mainly in Orlando, on a regular basis with like minded people. This group welcomes people of all backgrounds, politics and philosophies, we encourage free thoughts and open conversations. The main aim of this group is for rational thinkers to get together, and know how we feel about organised religion but want to have fun away from it too. There are no paid m …

Have you ever wondered if God exists? Have you ever wonder if there is life after death? Have you ever wonder if stories of miracles are true or just wives tales? Have you ever wondered how your beliefs were shaped by what your parents taught you? Then this book club is for you! I grew up in a Christian home where my parents told me to believe in God. A series of tragic life events left me questioning if He was out there. Recently I wanted to settle that question on more objective reasons t …

Orlando History Lovers is for anyone who loves local, Florida and national history and wants to learn more about it.  We will meet at the History Center to watch and discuss historical movies, listen to lectures and watch demonstrations.  These events are held and sponsored by the Orange County Regional History Center, housed in a restored historic five-story 1927 courthouse in downtown Orlando, showcases the vast collection of the Historical Society of Central Florida, Inc. The museum features …

Are you tired of "young professional groups" which offer the same theme? The bar/club scene with little room to actually exchange thoughts or ideas? Not every "professional" is intellectual . . . . Do you miss holding conversations with like-minded individuals who can keep up with the topic and provide insight? Do you consider yourself to be unique? Different from your peers? Analytical? Intellectual? Well this group was created for YOU!!. . . . . . An arena for young intellectual professionals …

This group is made up of a fun bunch of ladies from all different backgrounds that love to read!  We meet once a month to discuss a book over wine, water, and treats.  Anyone can recommend a title and one of the best things about this club is discovering books you might not have stumbled upon on your own.  So if this sounds like fun to you, come join us!

Attention All Idealists and Rationals of Fort Myers!! Would you rather talk about concepts and ideas than the latest movies, trends, and small talk? Do you desire either a strong intellectual or emotional connection - or both - with the friends that you meet? This group was created for you! Idealists are: passionate, personable, desire an emotional connection, abstract thinkers, dreamers, subjective, imaginitive, inventive, empathetic, concerned with saying the right thing at the right time to …

Interested in music, films, or an information exchange with other humans? Feel like getting out from behind your desk and meet some cool new people? This meetup is for you! Have you been going to Meetups and finding mostly drinking and sports or going to meetups on subjects of interest but just not meeting the people you are looking for? Have you longed to parlay about books, philosophy, religion, politics, science, history, current events, computers? Do you wish to gain knowledge and exchange i …

Enjoy learning and reading about science, psychology, philosophy, sociology, history, and other Big Topics? Love learning? Good conversation? Relish meeting other ponderers, thinkers, and arm-chair scholars? This is the group for you. The goal of this group is to meet and discuss short texts such as magazine articles, articles from academic journals, and book chapters. The idea is to take the best parts of a book club--having a group of people who've read the same text--and combine it with a sma …

This group is for members of Central Florida Mensa. Our larger events will be posted here so we can manage RSVPs, guests, etc. PLEASE NOTE: If your Meetup.com profile name is not the same name under which you are a member of Mensa, you will need to contact the CFM Membership Officer at membership@cfm.us.mensa.org to provide your real name or Mensa member ID. For the security and privacy of our members, only current Mensans are eligible to join the group. About CFM: CFM is Mensa Group #327, Regio …

This group is for Gen-X/Gen-Y members of Central Florida Mensa. Our events will be posted here so we can manage RSVPs, guests, etc. There’s a large and active community of Mensans in Central Florida who are “Gen-X” (born Jan. 1, 1961–Dec. 31, 1981) or “Gen-Y” (born Jan. 1, 1976–Dec. 31, 1996). Join other Gen-X and Gen-Y Ms for food, conversation, and assorted other shenanigans. PLEASE NOTE: If your Meetup.com profile name is not the same name under which you are a member of Mensa, you will need …

I want to create a group of readers to meet bi-weekly or monthly to discuss a book we all have choosen to read. I'm looking for a variety of participants, guys, gals, younger, older, middle age, etc. I believe a mixed group leads to a variety of opinions we all can learn from, even if we don't agree. The books will be a variety of fiction, best sellers and non-fiction. Once a critical mass of six or so people sign up, we'll start deciding on when and where to meet and what book to start off with …

We are a group dedicated to furthering our own spiritual and philosophical wisdom through productive and open discussions. We would like to keep this group exclusive to local, young (ages 25-40) singles, because we believe that spiritual interests are an important part of many romantic relationships, and that this may provide an opportunity for people with similar interests to meet. However, this is not a ‘hook-up’ or even specifically a dating type of group – the main focus will still be person …

Guys Mid 30 - 40s new to Tampa area looking for other quality professional guys to hand out with.

Rob Lowe's movie is airing January 19 on Lifetime TV. He is playing Casey Anthony trial prosecutor Jeff Ashton. What evidence did the jury miss that led them to acquit Casey Anthony on all charges related to the death of her two-year-old daughter, Caylee? Should Florida have a Caylee's Law, requiring parents to notify police if their child is missing with a certain time period? What is your opinion? What are your thoughts? Legal Journalist Keith Long has reported on the Casey Anthony trial f …

We meet once a month for good food and lively book discussion. There is a new book chosen each month, genre varies.

We are a group of intellectual ladies who love to read and speak their minds over an evening of good food and wine. Our motto is to always keep an open mind, so we read books from all genres. We read fiction and non-fiction, classics, modern literature, historical fiction, fantasies, mysteries and many more. We meet once a month, usually on a Wednesday night, either at a member’s house or at a restaurant from 7:00 to around 9:30 pm. If you live in the Windermere area and are an avid reader who e …

We are a diversified group of men and women wanting to preserve our inalienable rights in America. We read and share and motivate each other. We thrive on great communication and enjoy comaradarie of others whether or not they agree with us.

Do you live around New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, East Pasco County area,and hate driving South for having Fun. Let's create our own group here and enjoy. We love meeting new people and doing exciting things, some maybe even out of the ordinary. Open Ideas for Activities: Movies Bars Playing Pool UFC Fighting Watching Shopping at Wiregrass Mall Playing Basketball Playing Tennis Anything - You can suggest! People: Anyone can Join, single or married, regardless of where they live. Any Question …

Useful thinking can just be borne by the things you now, you believe and can use as your opportunities arrive. Our person must maintain its sovereign rights which you just can do if you know who you represent in the system. If you have a critical point of view which way this country goes than we have a lot to learn. The metaphor people trying to communicate it via their own controlled media has no merits to make you go directions of Freedom.

We are a community of people who are dedicated to studying to know who we truly are as children of God. One of our activities includes viewing enticing, unique heartfelt and inspiring films. We invite you to share in our once a month viewing of these films. There are plenty of Spiritual Movies of inspiration and motivation that never make it to the local theater. These movies are thought provoking and uplifting stories that explore spirituality, existence, morality, compassion, the power of the …

This group is for anyone who has felt intimidated by technology. I decided to start this group due to the technical issues that I have faced. I'm tired of calling myself a technical dummy and leaving it at that. Time to do something about it. I plan to have a topic meeting at least once a week to discuss subjects of interest regarding learning about your pc, IPad, smart phone, kindle or anything else. Bring your questions that you have been afraid to ask. You won't be a dummy in this group. I ho …

What it is: • A place to discuss God, religion, spirituality, and the great questions of life. • A group where you can share in great conversation in an accepting environment. • A place where we talk openly and questions fuel the discussion; doubts are welcome, and opinions are honored. What it is not: An attempt to convert you to any particular philosphy, religious, or political outlook or bring you into a particular church.

This group is directed toward people with a love and passion for science. We will explore the physical sciences by checking out museums, aquariums, botanical gardens, and other places around the Sarasota/Bradenton area. I would also like to hold a weekly discussion group to talk about new discoveries in science and to just get to know each other better. If you're a college student, in the working field, or just a science enthusiast, please join this group. All are welcome!

CALLING ALL CRAFTAHOLICS!!! I'd love to meet others who share my deep passion for arts and crafts of all types, from crochet to jewelry making, from scrapbooking to tatting...the world of crafting knows no limits! I'd like to meet up for some good crafting fun and general conversation. ALL SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME! Each session we could set a different crafting theme so those who can, do, and those who want to, learn. Occasional classes on particular topics may be offered as well. Looking forwar …