10 Meetup Groups match “Intellectual Discussion” near Durham, NC
The Kosala Mahayana Buddhist Center provides authentic Buddhist instruction, including calming and illuminating meditation practices and coherent philosophical and spiritual teachings with lively discussions. An ordained monk of the New Kadampa Tradition comes from Charlotte weekly to teach. This tradition comes out of Tibet and now has teachers and centers around the globe. The Kosala Center opened in Carrboro in 2006. We charge $8-$10 for classes to cover rent and expenses, but no one is turn …
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Sometimes, as an artist, you need a little help working through your problems. We get stuck, get "artist's block," or can't seem to finalize that idea for your next painting. The purpose of this group is to get artists together to communicate their ideas and concepts and to give and receive feedback from a group of their peers. We welcome any artists struggling with a concept or idea as well any artist who would like to assist in the conversation.
About the Triangle Bhakti Yoga (TBY) Meet other local people interested in learning more about bhakti yoga, also known as "the yoga of devotional love," along with related meditation exercises and energy-raising practices. If you would like to explore bhakti yoga and other energy systems (Reiki, Kundalini yoga, Tantra yoga, Qigong, Tai Chi, etc.) in a supportive, open, and intellectual environment, this group is for you. Gather together to learn, share, meditate, and eat with each other. All …
So many great conservative books and ideas, so little time to read. A bookclub deadline is a great motivator to actually crack open that book you've been meaning to read! Join fellow conservatives to discuss the latest book, column or happening. If you like Andrew Breitbart, Mark Steyn, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, Melanie Phillips, Sean Hannity, Bill O'Reilly, Mark Levin, Michelle Malkin, Elliott Abrams, the National Review or Weekly Standard, then this is the Meetup for you!
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This group is for folks who would like to visit the Galaxy Theater, see a film, and go out afterwards to discuss the film. All welcome!
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This meetup is for students taking the online class at www.coursera.org titled "Networks" which lasts 12 weeks beginning in February. Meetup members will meet once a month (most likely in a public library conference room) to discuss the class lectures and problems.To be in this meetup group you must be signed up to take the Networks class (from the Princeton University electrical engineering professor) at www.coursera.org, and be interested in discussing the class material once a month in an …
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Improve yourself, define who you are, share knowledge Could your listening skills use some honing? How's your vocabulary? Are you as efficient with your time as you would like to be? Do you enjoy group discussions? The list of what we can improve about ourselves is pretty large, the Active Thinkers group is all about self improvement, read on for more! What this group is: The purpose of this group is to help each member learn more about ourselves, how we can operate more efficiently in our da …
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This group is for all you 20- and 30-somethings out there who want a chance to meet fascinating, brilliant people your age but don't necessarily want to party all night to accomplish that. This group is for every young person who went to a meetup that seemed relaxing and fun (hiking, yoga, coffee, etc), but found no one there under the age of 50. This group is for young people that want to try new things, hang out with awesome new friends, and introduce to society a radical idea that being in yo …
Do you want to dig deeply into real questions and seek real answers? A group that seeks to connect the heart and the mind addressing real questions about meaning, purpose and your destiny in life. Looking for an encouraging group with a Christian based perspective? Dealing with real life issues that touch the heart and stimulates the mind? Allow yourself to connect with a group that cares about you and seeks to find that which best reflects reality.
What is Pub Theology? It's people sitting around a table (or on couches), talking about issues of faith and philosophy, ethics and ideas over a beverage. It's a safe space, where people can be honest and open about topics of faith, ask any questions, and at the end of the night, know that it's perfectly fine if we disagree with one another. Pub Theology is a monthly open conversation with friends (new and old) about stuff that matters. Or as we like to say: beer, conversation and God. We'll gath …
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