Each month, we will choose a new book based upon the curiosities of group members. Selections can range from Steinbeck to Faulkner to Roth, and anything in between. Time period constrictions are not firm, so if there is a book you'd like to suggest, it is of course acceptable. The main objective of the group is to expand interests and knowledge, and hopefully foster interesting conversations with new friends.

Seattle Piano Players is a group for people who would like to: Meet other piano players Share the pieces you’re working on Learn from others  Practice playing in front of others Make new friends Don't worry about how good you are. There's no competition here and all levels of ability are welcome, from beginners on up. Do you freeze up in front of an audience? This is a way to get used to playing for others in a casual, supportive setting. All styles of music are welcome -- classical, jazz, pop …

Hi, My name is Barbara Nelson and a former English and Art Teacher transplanted from Minneapolis,Minnesota and very interested in all literature and especially classic literature. I am looking to meet new people (women and men--50 and older), who love to read and get together once a month to have some great discussions, conversations and laughter.

Philosophy can be one of the most sublime or the most trivial of human pursuits. What are some of the definitions of philosophy? One classic notion might be the pursuit of wisdom, or sophia, studying about fundamental concerns  of life and world such as existence, truth and essence. The modern academic definition might be the study about how to think and know systematically and correctly,  by the proper use of logic, reason, and language--rigorous scientific and analytic philosophy. We have even …

  This group is about the evolution of human and humanism, bridging secular humanism, new creative humanism, spiritual humanism, emerging trans-humanism, and beyond. We focus on future oriented humanisms, culture, science, and technology that benefits human and society. We attempt to bridge between science and religion through philosophy, creativity, and spirituality. Community building among members and doing demonstrative trans-human level creative projects together are important for this grou …

This local study group will discuss, explore, and educate the Austrian School of Economics, Libertarianism, and classic liberalism. Our point of focus will be anywhere from modern economic issues, to classic Scholars like Carl Menger and Ludwig Von Mises. A summarization of goals this group attempts to accomplish are: *Education *Community involvement through education With help and organization of other local "Austrians" it is in our interest to become in involved in our local communi …

I decided to start this group because I want to find string players who live in South King County and on the Eastside, and who want to play chamber music with me. I play violin, and will play Violin I or II, depending. I also play piano. My idea is that we meet every other week on a weeknight, or in the day (as I am retired). We can meet at my house every time or we can trade off. I do not have music but we can get music. Who should join: violists, celloists, violinists who have skills enough to …

I am an amateur violist looking for other string players in this area who would like to get together to play chamber music.

Welcome to the Meetup for people who adore Jane Austen's novels. Sequels to Jane Austen novels, or other period works (Bronte, etc.). I am currently working on some new meet-ups, Jane Austen related travel and other Austen-ish events, so stay tuned! More About Jane... Jane Austen is a well known and much loved English author. Her fans today number in the millions and since the advent of motion pictures, her novels have been turned into film at an almost regular pace. Even though she pub …

Started this group to Find like minded individuals who love the classics. The purpose of this group is to Get together once a week to play some games! Everyone who like to play some old school games!

This meetup group will help you: * Strengthen your understanding of history and of the foundational principles necessary to maintain liberty * Recruit, train, equip and mobilize an army of informed citizens and build the organizational structure necessary to win * Master the political process on the local, state, and national level, beginning in your neighborhood and in the 1st Legislative District. * and much more!

The mission of "Oriyas of Greater Seattle" is to promote activities for building bridges across all communities in the US for a better understanding of Oriya culture and exchange of information between Orissa and the US. To achieve this mission the "Oriyas of Greater Seattle" will organize and/or collaborate with cultural events, film shows, social events, performances, workshops and seminars showcasing the arts and cultures of Orissa by both local and international artists and speakers all acro …

                                  “A taste of medical qigong”      Please join me for an introduction to Medical Qigong. Qi means “life force energy” and gong means “skill”.  So, Qigong is the skillful practice of gathering, circulating and applying life-force energy.    In China, Qigong practice is divided into 3 main schools: medical, martial and spiritual. The schools differ primarily in focus according to what use the Qigong training will be put to. Medical Qigong trains doctors and healers …

We bring together the classical tradition of Soto Zen, founded by Dogen Zenji in the 13th Century, with the contemporary world. We attempt to protect and preserve the time tested Zen practice begun by Dogen and carried though the centuries in the Soto lineages. At the same time, we want to address the many challenges and opportunities of the contemporary world. Although we remain flexible and open to these challenges, we also believe that it is important to maintain continuity with and deep res …

Paint Dancing events are created so you can have fun openly expressing yourself in two different mediums - AT ONCE! That's Right! PAINTING and DANCING (at the same time). And, a portion of the proceeds helps support local food banks. Watch some Paint Dancing videos on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=DF09B34FE51B3199 We supply the non-toxic paint, brushes, paper, and great music (Latin, Pop, Dance Hits, World, Rock, R&B, Classical, Jazz, Blues, Hip-Hop, Electronica and more). Al …

A group for Crimson Tide fans, transplanted alums, or general lovers of great, classic, defensive SEC football to meet up and watch the road to #14.