Thanks for visiting us.    For the near future we've stopped accepting new members, but we may resume later, when we've got the group working to our satisfaction. Do you love to read? Do you read a lot? When you read a book you love, can you say why? When people ask you about the last book you read, do you just say it was "beautiful" or "thrilling" or "I couldn't put it down?"  Do you wish you could say more, but nothing comes to mind? Are you looking for a few more good books to read? You've c …

James River Writers is a non-profit organization that builds community by connecting and inspiring writers and readers in central Virginia. Whether you’re a writer or an avid reader, we invite you to learn about JRW, participate in our programs and become a member today. Please note that JRW does not endorse any product or service on our Meetup page. These listings are provided for informational purposes only to support the literary community as a whole.

Hi there. My name is Joanna. I started this book group to meet others in the area who enjoy reading and good conversation. Examples of books we've read include The Poisonwood Bible, The Happiness Project, The Crown, The Great Gatsby, Spousenomics, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, and a Tree Grows in Brooklyn. I'd like to keep membership to this group to about 15 women in the Tri-Cities area (Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Ft. Lee). If that sounds like you, please drop me an email t …

"Books on Broad" brings authors and book lovers together in an informal setting with refreshments, stimulating conversation, and an introduction to the Library of Virginia's collection through our exhibition gallery and other programming. Reading the book beforehand is never required-just bring your curiosity and a desire to meet new people. For more information please visit the Library of Virginia's programming page (http://www.lva.virginia.gov/news/index.htm) or call us in The Virginia Shop at …

This is a group of folks who love going to the library to read, bring the kids to Story Time, and also to help out around the place.

A private women's reading group for East Beach residents.

In 2004, Susan Hughes founded the Baby Girl Project – a non-profit located in Richmond, Virginia.  Susan currently serves as President on the Baby Girl Project’s Board of Directors. Each fall and spring, she produces one of the largest Psychic Festivals in central Virginia.  Over 40 readers and healers donate their time and services for a two-day fundraising event.  All net proceeds go to support school building efforts in the Masai Mara region of Kenya, Africa. The goal of the Baby Girl Project …

This group was initially started as the RVA Tarot Group, and my wish was to allow it to grow organically to meet the needs of the members. Things are transforming, shifting and changing as we all embrace the energy of these times, so this group is shifting as well. As one who has many interests and talents that are spirit inspired and include Tarot, Crystal Healing, Angels, Earth based Spirituality and more! I was delighted that the ones who have been showing up are also extremely open to these …

I want to read more spiritual books and expand the community of spiritual book readers. The group will meet , discuss and share about our reading experiences. And have some fun, of course! Anyone who want to start reading, read more and/or share reading experiences is welcomed.

You don't need to be a voracious reader or have read the classics to enjoy our book club. We are a light-hearted group who like to socialize as well as find the time for a book a month. Come to laugh, share stories and make new friends!

Come meet local book lovers in our Williamsburg Book Club! Fiction, non-fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, history, mystery - we read many different genres, and we read a new book every month. Come share your interest in books and make new friends! Club is open to both women and men, and open to new members. What the group has read so far (title, author, date, genre) - also see our upcoming selections at the bottom of this list): "Angels and Demons" Dan Brown 5/30/09 thriller "Ender's Game" Orson Scott C …

Phenomenal Women Book Club is a group that love to read and we discuss African American novels and local authors in VA. We are a fun book club were we do activities involving hosting an author to speak at our book club and have socializing events. We go to book signings, book fairs and to the movies. This book clubs loves to discuss our book selection while having food and drinks. We are always looking for new members to come join us for discussion. Everyone's idea and contributions are welcome …

This is a book club for women who love to read, lean left on the political spectrum, and identify as feminists. If you like to drink wine and discuss good books, then this book club is for you. We meet once a month in each other's homes as well as area restaurants. We are a long-standing group of friends who love to get together for books, wine, and long-winded chatfests that usually devolves off-topic into laughter, sarcasm, and outrageousness. The wine definitely aids and abets. Please check o …