Meet kindred classic literature aficionados in a local Book Club! Our focus will be classic British literature, primarily 19th century. From the genteel elegance of Jane Austen's world to the seamy underside of Arthur Conan Doyle's and Charles Dickens' London, we'll read and discuss it all. Henry James, William Thackeray, the Brontës, Thomas Hardy, Lewis Carroll, G. Bernard Shaw, and Oscar Wilde are just some of the many other authors from whom we have to choose. For comparison, we also may read …

U.S. REPUBLICAN PARTY RESTORATION -------------------------------- To return the U.S. Republican Party to its former HIGH STATUS, we must return to 'Time-Tested' original U.S. Republican Party Standards. 2014 is coming up soon, and we have a tough fight ahead of us, in order to, RESTORE U.S. Government, through ALL Legal methods possible, by the RESTORATION of the U.S. Republican Party nationwide. The NRA, National Rifle Association, The TEA PARTY, AFP - AMERICANS FOR PROSPERITY,  VFW - Veterans …

CITIZENS CONSTITUTIONAL CAUCUS Our Constitution-Our Country-Our Future citizensconstitutionalcaucus.com JOIN THE TEAM OF LIBERTY-MINDED PATRIOTS AND ORGANIZATIONS FROM ACROSS NORTH CAROLINA AND THE COUNTRY Are you concerned that things don't seem to be going the way they should in our country? Does it seem like America, although still the greatest nation on earth, is struggling? If your answers are "YES" and you are patriotic, believe in the Constitution, and think our flag and military veterans …

Calling all Conservatives in the Triangle! If you believe in the following principles taken from the http://www.glennbeck.com website - then you should join this meetup.com group. The Nine Principles 1. America is good. 2. I believe in God and He is the Center of my Life. 3. I must always try to be a more honest person than I was yesterday. 4. The family is sacred. My spouse and I are the ultimate authority, not the government. 5. If you break the law you pay the penalty. Justice is blind and n …

U.S. History Republican Conservative Pride REALITY WAKE UP AMERICA, TO HISTORIC REALITY !!!  FEEL AMERICAN HERITAGE PRIDE !!! ======================================================= IF you believe Most U.S. Military Members Fought with HONOR during during all U.S. Wars, and during all U.S. Conflicts: YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR GROUP. ======================================================== REAL Republican Conservative Patriots who are 'TIRED OF'  being expected to feel ashamed of U.S. History, and/o …

Volunteers working for free & fair elections in NC. We do this with database research, election monitoring and public influence. If you have an interest in any of these areas, we have a job for you!

PURPOSE: Purposeful Women Gathering (PWG) is designed to celebrate purposeful living by building and promoting positive, empowering and healthy lifestyles and relationships. WHO SHOULD JOIN: PWG welcomes women who are positive, social and fun yet, serious about their personal development; overall well-being, growth and success. WHY JOIN: PWG represents a diverse group of women with varied interests, desires and backgrounds. We enjoy going places, sharing stimulating conversation, genuine camarad …

Time for a cup of coffee? Then you have enough time to meet and join us for a power networking meeting: Every Thursday  9:00-10:30 Network  9:00-9:15 Meeting   9:15-10:15 Network  10:15-10:30 Membership is limited to one woman per industry, though visitors of all business types are welcome. Contact the Heart of Durham organizer, Jessica Sabatini, durham@womenspowernetworking.com with any questions. We come together to network, learn, pass referrals, share resources, laugh, nurture, inspire, …

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 …

We do something a wee bit different every month. Last month it was Show 'n Tell, this month: MANNA (where everyone is invited to bring something that has extraordinary value to them and to no one else.) Next month? Who knows? Something a wee bit different. Come join us amid the sometimes bustle of coffee, tea and cupcakes, one Tuesday a month, at the Looking Glass Cafe.

We have Questions. We need Answers!! If You have an Inquiring Mind, please join our Meetup Group, and seek Answers. Are you satisfied with the official Conspiracy Theory? Or, do you find that the official story creates more questions than it answers? Because, the official story is only a theory. The official story/theory has never been tested and verified. The official story/theory has never been formally subjected to the legal standards of the Rules of Evidence. All we have, at this point, are …

If you are Conservative, and in the Durham area, you know it can be difficult to find others to have sane conversations with. It can also be difficult to regularly get to Conservative meetings in other parts of the Triangle. The Durham Conservatives group is here to help! We will meet from time to time to see what we can do in our area to help advance the cause of freedom, and to mingle with other like-minded folks in our area. Perhaps we’ll meet occasionally just to socialize. It’s wide open. …

This group is seeking intelligent, open-minded bibliophiles in their late 20s to early 40s who are looking to expand their literary and social horizons. We will be meeting the 1st Tuesday of every month at various firesides around The Triangle (during the warm weather the fireplaces may be substituted with an outdoor patio!). Genres will vary monthly, and in the future members will have the ability to assist with genre and book selections. If getting lost in a good book while sipping a cup of te …

Face it: writing a dissertation can be overwhelming. We’re a group of dissertators in the RDU area looking to make things easier for each other through mutual support, write-ins, study-ins, reading circles, helpful advice and feedback, baked goods, pots of coffee (or tea), primal-screaming sessions . . . basically whatever gets us through without getting into too much trouble.

Do you want to join a group that neither limits itself to a specific race or culture? This group stands behind the idea that love and friendship crosses all racial and cultural boundaries. You may be at a point in your life where a steady relationship is paramount. Or you simply want to expand your social circle of friends. Either way, you cannot achieve it by sitting at home alone. Come join us, if you are willing to share your experiences with others. Come join us, if you are willing to …

OUR LOCATION: We have meet-ups all over the area with different Organizers creating meet-ups in Raleigh and outside of Raleigh (Cary, Fuquay, Garner, Clayton, etc.) so no matter where you live, you will find a meetup close by you. OUR MEET-UPS:  We have several weekday and weekend/ daytime and evening events/ meet-ups per month on the calendar like Ladies Night Out, Luncheons, Tea Parties, Pottery, Painting Classes, Belly dancing, Craft Club, Trail walking, Book club, Game Night, Karaoke, Trivi …

Insight (Vipassana) meditation is the simple and direct practice of moment-to-moment mindfulness. Through careful and sustained observation, we experience for ourselves the ever-changing flow of the mind/body process. This awareness leads us to accept more fully the pleasure and pain, fear and joy, sadness and happiness that life inevitably brings. As insight deepens, we develop greater equanimity and peace in the face of change, and wisdom and compassion increasingly become the guiding principl …

WELCOME TO THE CONSTITUTIONAL CANDIDATE FORUM For a number of years the Constitutional Candidate Forum has been challenging candidates to adhere to the Constitution through public debates and lectures.  In preparation for the election season we are encouraging citizens to join with us in promoting this effort.  We will continue to conduct forums in upcoming elections and welcome your participation  Please see the write-up below of one of our Constitutional Candidate Forums that was posted on 1/3 …

This is a group for those interested in the writings of both ancient and contemporary Buddhist and Taoist poetry and stories. Reflecting on the minimalism, yet elegance of the poetic styles of such greats as Issa, Roykan, Basho, Saigyo, Li Po, Tu Fu, among others, we will plan to meet, sip tea and recite as well as discuss our favorite poetry of the great Buddhist and Taoist sages from the past and today. Central meetings may be planned at my Urban Hut, but we can plan for others to be located i …

Our mission is to nominate and elect Dr. Ron Paul - the most consistent Constitutionalist in Congress - President of the United States in 2012. Ron Paul supports government limited by constitutional law, free enterprise market economy, sound money, a strong national defense, the Bill of Rights, and elected officials as public servants, not despotic rulers.

Howdy! Do you have some fun projects you would like to share with others? Do you like small friendly chat? Do you like sewing circles, painting, stamping, making jewelry, etc.? This group may be for you! We look forward to meeting you, so bring your tools of trade and a sense of humor!

Come to Knit Night in Durham! This knitting and crafting group was started in March of 2012 and has grown ever since.  It was formed to bring knitters and crafters from the Triangle together to socialize, share ideas and work on projects in a group setting.  Bring your own supplies and join us to share your project, get feedback and new ideas in a positive environment or just come to meet new people and chit chat.  Hope to see you there!

ALL REAL CONSERVATIVES AND REAL REPUBLICANS SHOULD JOIN US ! www.georgehutchins.com "WE'LL BE BACK !!!" FOR 2014" So, JOIN US !!!" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ George Hutchins wishes to thank '5,770' Republican May 8, 2012, North Carolina 4th U.S. Congress District Republican primary voters. GEORGE HUTCHINS wishes to thank '1,099' May 4TH, 2010, North Carolina 4th U.S. Congress District Republican primary voters. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ SPONSORED BY THE GEORGE HUTCHINS FOR U.S. CONGRESS 2014 CAMPAIGN - CLI …

TasteBuds and BizOwnies, coming to a table near you! When at a fork in the road of life, love, and all the business in-between, take the fork by the horns and join us! At TasteBuds and BizOwnies you’ll be introduced to some delectable dishes, kindred spirits and winning business partners! Over dinners, tastings, and other applicable events, our zest for food, libations, life, and all that can be shared over a bistro table like setting, will be! Rather than in the on-line buffet, it would be this …

How many of us have learned how to build a loving, connected and lasting relationship? Where did we learn?  At home?  At school?  There is an art and science to creating the relationship of our dreams...  While this group will focus on romantic/intimate relationships, what we will learn can be tweaked and applied to any relationship -- including family members, friends, and even co-workers! If you have the desire to create more satisfying connections in your relationships, join us to learn ways …

Note* This group is primarily for tween girls ages 10-13 but is open for younger girls ages 6 and up. Some activities will be only be available for tweens as they are appropriate for this age group only. Hello, I am a mom of a lovely tween-age daughter in the 6th grade. I am starting this group for "tween-agers" to network and build friendships with other tweens outside of school to have fun by participating in fun activities and social events. There will be activities that include both moms and …

A great bunch of women and men who meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month. When great minds meet together, greatness happens! Meeting times are 11:30am social, 11:45 lunch and program. Our location is The University Club 4200 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh. There is not a fee to attend if you do not eat lunch. Lunch is available for $18. We have members and guests from within a 100 mile radius who join us every month to listen to outstanding speakers. Our current membership is 200+ strong. We are …

Come meet other business owners in the Wendell Community and beyond for the Wendell Chamber's Tuesday Morning Coffee Break! The Chamber will be open every Tuesday from 8:00 - 9:00 am for weekly Coffee Breaks. Come connect, have coffee, tea, juice and pastries, meet others and network with local business owners! Once a month we will have a speaker come and talk on a topic related to small business or economic development.