"Great people talk about IDEAS. Average people talk about THINGS. Small people talk about OTHER PEOPLE." --Tobias S. Gibson Are you tired of repetitive, maddeningly superficial "small talk"? Does endless talk about sports figures and celebrities bore you out of your wits? Would you prefer instead to discuss the ideas that shaped history? If you answered "yes", you are cordially invited a Pasadena discussion group. This meet-up will be an intellectual oasis, a refuge for those who wish t …

The History of Los Angeles Group is a brand new group for anyone interested in learning about and discussing our city's past. Meetups include book discussions, tours, films, lectures, or any other events around town involving the history of L.A.

HI... I HAVE MADE THIS MEET UP FOR KOREANS, CHINESE, OR JAPANESE SPEAKING PEOPLE, WHO WOULD LIKE TO DEEPEN KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTAND ONE ANOTHER THROUGH DISCUSSIONS ABOUT SUCH SUBJECTS AS HISTORY, POLITICS, CULTURES, TRADITIONS, RELIGIONS, PARTICULARLY ZEN BUDDHISM AND AMIDA SECT, MENTALITY, EDUCATION, NORMS, SOCIETY, TRAVEL ... THERE MAY BE A SHARP SUBJECT SUCH AS ' HISTORY' CONCERNING THIS REGION, AS IT MAY TOUCH DELICATE AND SENSITIVE PART OF UNFORTUNATE TIME OF THE EARLY 20TH CENTURY; WARS IN …

… We are here to expose ANY criminality by ALL governments or corporate elite who remain suspect in the crimes of 9/11 and in the crimes of other false flags attacks throughout recent history. In addition, we are here to aid the sick and dying first responders through fund raising and social outreach programs in order to promote awareness of those who suffer from physical, emotional, and psychological traumas they received in the aftermath of 9-11 and the ongoing illegal and unjust wars. We also s …

… County Museum of Art); Getty Center; Getty Villa; Petersen Automotive Museum; Hammer Museum; Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County; Skirball Cultural Center; Page Museum; Norton Simon Museum; MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art); Drum Barracks Civil War Museum; Fort MacArthur Museum; CAAM (California African American Museum); Long Beach Museum of Art; RMS Queen Mary Museum; Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens; Grammy Museum; California Science Center; Griffith Observatory; MOLAA (Museum …

… Our group offers a diverse palette of sophisticated and sometimes upscale activities that center around art, travel, history, and culture. All of our events are facilitated to promote conversation. So, if you are looking for a connection to other people and are a life long learner, this is the group for you.  All of our conversation salons will take place in a huge comfortable loft near downtown LA.   CLICK HERE FOR PHOTOS OF OUR EVENTS

Hi Everyone! I started this meetup because there are so many books I want to read, and I think that discussing them with others will make it more fun, challenging, and fulfilling. My academic background is in Philosophy and Anthropology . . . but there is so much more to discover! This is a meetup for people who love learning and thinking about the world around them: sociology, history, philosophy, evolution, primatology, cognitive science, cultural studies, biographies, political science, curre …

Vets On Set is an organization designed to help veterans within the Film and Television Industry. It is our belief, that there is no person better suited for the rigors of the film industry than a well trained veteran. The founding members of Vets On Set have a long and successful history in the entertainment industry. We will work hard to utilize the knowledge, experience, and contacts gained to ensure consistent work for our members and valuable outstanding crews for productions. Our aim is to …

Join others interested in history and literature for stimulating conversation.  This book club meets monthly and is led by the Museum's Executive Director Mark Rothman.

If you are looking to connect with fellow Africans and friends of Africa; meet new people, expand your network, and learn about Africa - then you are at the right place.  Lets meet & share with others our diverse cultures, history, and the American experience.  Anyone including non-Africans are free to join this group.  Our meetup will also give our members who are new to the U.S./Los Angeles the opportunity to make friends, thereby easing the process of adapting to the new LA environment.  Our …

This Meetup is for patriots who want to return their country to the Constitutional Republic given us by our Founders. We will read books and listen to speakers to learn about history, our financial system  and other subjects that will increase our knowledge and understand of the misguided course our country has been on, so that we can work to bring it back to where it should be.  We will also participate in political activism to further these goals, which includes passing on to others what we ha …

…     • History Beliefs - Are carried over from your past lives and the history of your race. They can also be carried as collective consciousness. These experiences are  real. Where they come from is not the issue. It is vital to resolve the issues on the history level. Usually they are held in all the other levels.      • Soul Level - Is who we are. What we are. Our souls are still learning and can be redirected. If a person holds programs  n more than one level, the soul may be affected. For …

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WHAT: Purpose is to embark on exclusive adventures to museum exhibitions, gallery shows and artists' studios for direct encounters with, engaging conversation and stimulating education about art. Be excited to listen, look and learn! WHO: With Anne Alene, art enthusiast and educator: read more about Anne at www.artencounterswithanne.blogspot.com All ages who are declared or aspiring art lovers, artists, educators, collectors, adventurers in art, knowledge and creativity.   By invitation and conf …

… ., Fox News (which only has about a half-million viewers; less than History Channel, I believe), they would be forced to divest themselves of that vile threat to our Democracy. We would have to work hard and inform the world about the connection between Fox News and the parent companies major holdings (Like 20th Century Fox Studios) and make it clear that each time they support of Fox product, they are contributing to the continued existence of Fox News. If enough liberals could give up a few of …

This bookclub will focus on 20th century historical novels set in Europe, with a preference for women authors and works that highlight women's experiences, but men are more than welcome to join!