… It is my hope that this book club will attract both avid and casual readers who enjoy all types of literature. The only requests I have with regard to the book selections are that the person who selects the book kick off the discussion and the books should be under 300 pages or so. Hopefully this will allow everyone the opportunity to finish the book before each monthly meeting, even those with limited time. Also, of course people outside Shirlington are welcome, but I would like to request …

Welcome to the Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club! We’re a diverse group of readers of all ages and backgrounds, meeting twice a month. Every second Sunday (usually) we discuss a fantasy selection, alternating between traditional and urban/contemporary fantasy each month. Every fourth Sunday (usually) we discuss a science fiction selection, alternating between classic and modern sci-fi. We've seen so much interest in our book selections, we also open up smaller morning discussion sessions 2-3 weeks be …

Hello fellow Hacker News readers living in Northern Virginia and DC. This town is a volcano of startups waiting to explode. Let's help it happen. Join this meetup group where we can put together some regular meetings at local bars and pubs to talk technology.

WASHINGTON, DC METRO - CHRISTIAN BOOK CLUB: APRIL 2012 BOOK: "A LINEAGE OF GRACE" BY FRANCINE RIVERS (NON-FICTION) on SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2012 (11:00 - 1:00) Have you ever looked for a book club that specifically served those who liked to read from a Christian Book genre and sub-genre’s within that category? Washington Beltway Community Church has taken the initial steps to organize and sponsor such a book club, where the Christian community can come on a monthly basis to read, study, reflect an …

WELCOME to the BEST "Book Club" that NOVA/DC has to offer! Group Description: Whether you read on an electronic reader, paperback, hardcover, for free at the library, or over someone's shoulder on the metro - this group is for you! This group is intended for the nonconformist reader who likes the idea of a book club but dislikes the part where everyone has to read a book they may not want to.  Instead, we will read whatever our hearts desire and meet to discuss our books, with the hopes of makin …

… have a theory about why they haven't been published which blames the ignorance and bad taste of the general public and/or the publishing industry. write to please themselves over their reader. think little of people and write in order to punish their readers' stupidity and fallibility. impose their values and beliefs on the works of others. don't value story writing conventions. can't bear to hear criticism of their work.    

Are you a solitary creature who lives in constant danger of being crushed by a stack of books? When company comes, do you have to move books off the sofa so they can sit down? Or maybe you're an avid reader looking for other avid readers in a culture that seems uninterested in reading anything more complicated that a cereal box? If so, you've come to the right place. We'll meet the third Sunday of every month to discuss literary fiction. Why "literary" fiction? It's not because we're a snooty b …

This club is for readers in the Washington, DC area who fell in love with books by reading the classics. Whether it was Charles Dickens, Jane Austen, F. Scott Fitzgerald, or another author who got you 'hooked', you are welcome to join! We will read and discuss a classic work of fiction each month. This club is perfect for readers who want to cross more of the classics off of their "To Read" list.

We're glad you found us! Please join in and start meeting up with us to talk about books we love or don't love and why. What's your favorite topic? genre? Do you like books that make you go hmmmmmm..? Or romantic quick-reads? Once you join, hit up our polls and discussion boards. RSVP and come out to enjoy your reads with new friends!  

After reading 'The Shack' by William P. Young, I began this quarterly reading club to challenge myself to read (opposed to pacifying my mind with computers, TV, and movies). I was in the library club in elementary school, and I lost the joy of reading leisurely. 'The Shack' renewed my interest!! Most books I've read can be read within a week for those who make reading a priority. With an abundance of obligations (i.e. church, work, school, [oh yeah... and self]), it takes me a little longer to c …

Craving some fellow readers to explore good Buddhist text with, I decided to start this group. Together, we'll choose books to delve into to enrich our spiritual practice, our lives and the lives of others.

MAY 2012 BOOK OF THE MONTH "NEARING HOME" BY BILLY GRAHAM #12 CHRISTIAN BOOK BESTSELLER (NON-FICTION). Have you ever looked for a book club that specifically served those who liked to read from a Christian Book genre and sub-genre’s within that category? Washington Beltway Community Church has taken the initial steps to organize and sponsor such a book club, where the Christian community can come on a monthly basis to read, study, reflect and discuss some of the top bestselling authors on the Ne …

Tired of the Classics; tired of Click Lit and want something new, then you belong in this group. We will read books like "The Road", "The Good Soldiers" and "Leopold's Ghost".  This group leaves Austen on the shelf to collect dust, so we can get involved in real books outside of Oprah's silly frilly stories. Give me meat!

Are you ready to get inspired? Are you ready to go shopping and update your wardrobe without breaking the bank? Don't shop!!! SWAP! At our "Swap Til' You Drop' Clothing Swap Events you can meet with locals to swap the cool clothes you no longer want or need. Our events are free! Just bring a potluck dish and all of your clothing, shoes and accessories you have! You can shop/swap for all the items that you want! No limit;)   Are you a Recessionista Fashionista? Let's not allow our economy to get …

Our book club meets the third Thursday of every month and we rotate meeting "hosts" each month. We generally try to try a different book genre each month, such as memoir, non-fiction, science fiction, biography, autobiography, classic, fiction, etc. The "host" can select the meeting space, be it a coffee shop, bar, restaurant, or home, and comes up with a few good starter discussion questions.  Ideally we'll stick to Capitol Hill and Eastern Market. Feel free to offer "hosting" a meeting, just s …

Are you familiar with the Seth Books by Jane Roberts? Seth is a non-physical entity who channeled information through Jane Roberts for 20 years. They produced 43 published works. Their books are inspiring, thought provoking and life changing. Seth was the originator of such quotes as: • "You Create Your Own Reality." • "The Moment of Power is Now." • "If It's Not Fun, Don't Do It." Whether you're a seasoned longtime reader, or new to the material and want to find out more, you're s …