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A group of individuals who consider themselves "vegan" and/or who are interested in veganism.

0.9 miles
away in
Santa Monica, CA
299
Lovely Creatures
4.75

PHILOSOPHY is the topic at this friendly, five-year old group. We sit in a circle and discuss a philosophical question we voted on by email. If you love a good, impassioned yet respectful and rational conversation with like-minded people, join us!

1.9 miles
away in
Santa Monica, CA
280
"Philosophers"
4.5

PHILOSOPHY is the topic at this friendly, four-year old group. We sit in a circle and discuss a philosophical question we voted on by email. Sometimes this topic is taken from an issue of Philosophy Now magazine (the current issue or a past issue). Other times, the question comes from a philosophical conundrum that has been on the mind of some mem

1.9 miles
away in
Santa Monica, CA
73
"Philosophy Now" magazine fans
5.0

ETHICS & PHILOSOPHY are the topics at this friendly, three-year old group. In a circle, we discuss the question we voted on by email. If you love a good, impassioned yet respectful and rational conversation with like-minded people, join us!

1.9 miles
away in
Santa Monica, CA
64
Ethicists
4.75

BOOKS THAT MADE HISTORY Books That Can Change Your Life History is made by great individuals, great events, and great ideas. The books that have shaped the minds of great individuals and events of historic magnitude are discussed, and the following themes and questions are addressed. Does God exist? What is the nature of the divine. What

3.2 miles
away in
Los Angeles, CA
49
Great And Inspiring Book Lovers
4.75

Meet other local amateur Philosophers (is there any other kind?) to discuss the world and what we know about it. We can discuss all manner of things philosophic. Bring in a topic, or start it by email. We can begin our meeting about 7pm. If you can't be here at that time, no worries, come when you can. Since we have gone on a bit, I

18.6 miles
away in
Los Angeles, CA
77
Philosophers
5.0

Meet other local amateur Philosophers to discuss the world and what we know about it.

22.6 miles
away in
Long Beach, CA
42
Philosophers
4.75

Inspired by Christopher Phillips' books, scores of people are meeting for these modern version of Socratic dialogue. These are intended to be group conversations which often move in a spiral, touching on topics in ways that may not be obvious at first. Our purpose is to bring back thoughtful dialogue in counterpoint to the shouting pundits of so-ca

23.7 miles
away in
Altadena, CA
32
Socrates Cafe Communities
4.25

This a moderated Men's Circle. The focus is Magick, Hermetics, Male Social Issues, All Relationships including Community. The style of moderation is reminiscent of North American Indigenous People, some 1960's Allen Watts, and a sprinkling of "Tim The Tool Man". This Circle is open to all men, regardless of spiritual belief, sexual preferen

26.5 miles
away in
Long Beach, CA
1
Member
4.5
33.9 miles
away in
Anaheim, CA
66
philosophers
5.0

Meet other local atheists and freethinkers for conversation and friendship! Come to an Atheists Meetup to discuss atheism-related beliefs and philosophies and consider spiritual and religious influence in America.

44.7 miles
away in
Ventura, CA
55
Atheists
4.75
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Name Location Date joined
Susan von Detten
Marina del Rey, CA Jun 27, 2008
I pledged

 Network Marketing 

Marina del Rey, CA Jun 25, 2008
bbfenix
I pledged
Los Angeles, CA Jun 19, 2008
Dr. Who
Los Angeles, CA Jun 12, 2008
Sheila

 I'd like to meet others in the Santa Clarita area with similar viewpoints. 

Valencia, CA Jun 11, 2008
Jody Vermeulen
Long Beach, CA Jun 6, 2008
I pledged
North Hollywood, CA Jun 5, 2008
Jamallo, Master of Realmslore
I pledged

 I run and play D&D, run Call of Cthulhu, etc, but haven't found ANYONE interested in playing WAR GAMES in the Van Nuys / Panorama City area. I travel by bus, so can't go much further. I love history, opera, & great books. I amuse Ed Greenwood. 

Van Nuys, CA Apr 29, 2008

 I want these local Meetups because I feel so isolated away from my former group of artist friends. It would be great to share some sense of community. 

Irvine, CA Apr 7, 2008
Los Angeles, CA Apr 3, 2008
Kim M. Possible

 :) 

Los Angeles, CA Mar 11, 2008
I pledged

 I would like to take my niece to one. She writes the most beautiful poetry and I think she should be able to express it aloud, to an audience. I want her to continue to write to share it amoungest others and grow in her art. 

Chino, CA Mar 10, 2008
Olauf
Santa Monica, CA Feb 14, 2008
Angela
La Habra, CA Feb 8, 2008
Jeffrey

 I am a fan of Ayn Rand 

Walnut, CA Jan 21, 2008
Dominic
I pledged
Ventura, CA Jan 20, 2008
Pat Payne

 Hi, I'm pat, a occasional newspaper writer and frustrated short-story writer. I'd love to meet up with other writers. 

Torrance, CA Jan 16, 2008

 I just found out about meetup.com, and I would absolutely LOVE to join a debate group 

Los Angeles, CA Jan 8, 2008
Andrew
Irvine, CA Dec 22, 2007
Dennis

 I would enjoy meeting like minded people! 

Lomita, CA Dec 3, 2007
Lindsie

 I love meeting other people and keeping busy... 

Los Angeles, CA Nov 29, 2007
Sean Eppenstein
West Hollywood, CA Nov 28, 2007
Alexandra Sokol
Los Angeles, CA Nov 11, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Nov 4, 2007
Nathan

 Hello. 

North Hollywood, CA Oct 26, 2007

 I'm a former journalist and part of a private family literary foundation now focused on the film business, producing, writing and more...Serious. Lived on both coasts and in Europe, travel extensively, many interests Glynda Gayle "Glyn" 

Beverly Hills, CA Oct 4, 2007
Gunnar Weygold
Orange, CA Oct 3, 2007

 It may be nostalgia for the late-night sessions from my liberal arts college eduation, but I miss discourse with intellegent (ecucation optional) adults on topics other than the lastest NFL standings or dismal TV show. 

Gardena, CA Sep 27, 2007
Debra

 I want these local Meetups to be a part of a think tank; share inspiration, p.o.v's, etc...artist community 

Los Angeles, CA Sep 26, 2007
frencheefrances

 I want these local Meetups because,I am all about love,mind,body and spirit 

Northridge, CA Sep 25, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Sep 22, 2007
Sarah

 I have an option about everything. And love discussing them with other people. Like minded or not. So why that?s why I'd love to meet up with new people who actually can think for themselves. 

Bellflower, CA Sep 19, 2007
Eileen Tracy

 I want these local Meetups because changes in our society require that we each be mindful of our actions and ethical in our behavior. 

Oxnard, CA Sep 8, 2007
David Roel
Anaheim, CA Sep 2, 2007
elMaestro

 Hi, I'm Jose. 

Glendale, CA Aug 28, 2007
Eric Scerri
Los Angeles, CA Aug 28, 2007
DM
Huntington Beach, CA Aug 28, 2007
David
South Pasadena, CA Aug 21, 2007
ViO C. Hallaraker
Santa Monica, CA Aug 18, 2007
Irvine, CA Aug 18, 2007
Mark D. Schneider
I pledged

 Greetings from Garden Grove. 

Garden Grove, CA Aug 16, 2007
Santa Ana, CA Aug 6, 2007
Chris Bobo

 Meetups are a great way for people with common interests to connect. 

Long Beach, CA Aug 6, 2007
Ted
Irvine, CA Jul 30, 2007

 I want these local Meetups because I want to be a better writer. 

Huntington Beach, CA Jul 29, 2007
Satya

 I'm sanyassin, teach Tantra Psychology and sustainable alternative economics, PROUT, coach as Sadhu in the workplace, coordinate research [allopathic] demonstrating the efficacy of meditation and related practices, copywriter, editor, publicist. 

Los Angeles, CA Jul 25, 2007
Torrance, CA Jul 17, 2007

 I want these local Meetups because I like being around like-minded artists. 

Los Angeles, CA Jul 10, 2007
April
Los Angeles, CA Jul 9, 2007
Eric Saprid

 I am currently reading Christopher Phillips' book, "Socrates Cafe." The Socrates method is a great approach on getting answers. Moreover, I believe that meeting with other people with same philosophical interests will help me grow as a person. 

La Mirada, CA Jul 4, 2007
GX
GX

 I want these local Meetups because I have alot of free time and want to experience everything 

North Hollywood, CA Jul 1, 2007
Vivien Limon

 I am trying to get in shape and welcome the challenge. 

Upland, CA Jul 1, 2007
Jay LeeSaya

 I want these local Meetups because I beieve the book, no matter which is on paper or sand, is the final destination of all beautiful minds, 

Torrance, CA Jun 20, 2007
Roman

 I want these local Meetups because I want to connect with other interesting people who are interested in contemplating life... 

Los Angeles, CA Jun 19, 2007
anthony

 i need a new out let for my creative side. i thought that being with like minds would help 

Newport Beach, CA Jun 17, 2007

 I want these local Meetups because it's better than watching the bube tube 

Los Angeles, CA Jun 10, 2007
Jefree
Torrance, CA Jun 7, 2007
jaimie
Lakewood, CA Jun 6, 2007
Bhakti
Santa Monica, CA Jun 6, 2007
Dawnschilde
Burbank, CA Jun 6, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Jun 5, 2007
Ian
Ian
Irvine, CA Jun 2, 2007
Lane
Porter Ranch, CA May 28, 2007
Chelsea

 My best friend from Michigan and my boyfriend's mother have Fibromyalgia so i am interested in learning more about the disease. Also, i just moved here from Michigan myself, so i am interested in meeting some friendly new faces :) 

Ventura, CA May 17, 2007
A.W.
I pledged
Los Angeles, CA May 5, 2007
Gerardo Betancourt
Los Angeles, CA Apr 27, 2007
Judge

 I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet others that share my views and learn from others and their views as well to increase my free thinking. 

Granada Hills, CA Apr 16, 2007
Thousand Oaks, CA Apr 16, 2007
NR
Los Angeles, CA Apr 15, 2007

 I want these local Meetups because I'm looking to expand true word play and self growth... 

Long Beach, CA Apr 6, 2007

 I want these local Meetups because it is a way to get people talking about what we all have in common - the big questions! 

Los Angeles, CA Mar 26, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Mar 22, 2007
jody
I pledged
Pasadena, CA Mar 12, 2007
Ronni Jean

 I'd REALLY like to find/connect with younger Mensans (in their 20's/early 30's), mostly for social purposes. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Gen-YMs/ 

Glendale, CA Mar 11, 2007
Buena Park, CA Mar 1, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Feb 22, 2007
Porter Ranch, CA Feb 19, 2007
Woodland Hills, CA Feb 10, 2007
christineHB
Huntington Beach, CA Jan 28, 2007
david

 i would like these local meetups! to find each and everyone interest of why they want to do this. it will be an exiting adventure for these great explores 

Los Angeles, CA Jan 22, 2007
darrelq
Huntington Beach, CA Jan 13, 2007
Lance Lefler

 I want these local Meetups because I want to grow in my writing ability and have a great time hanging out with others who want to do the same. 

Long Beach, CA Jan 10, 2007
Steve L

 I discovered Taoism and Zen Buddhism almost 30 years ago. Had a life-changing psychedelic experience. I'm fascinated by Mythology and world religions. In 2003, I became interested in Mysticism -- Kabbalah, Tarot -- the Western Hermetic Tradition. 

Burbank, CA Jan 8, 2007
Jackie B

 I want these local Meetups because I love philosophy and want to keep up the same level of intellectually stimulating conversations that I had in undergrad 

Santa Ana, CA Jan 7, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Jan 7, 2007
Lynda

 I want these local Meetups because my life is consumed with inspiring others. I love teaching and inspiring those around me, such as students, family and friends, but I am stuck on the edge. I long to learn and to be inspired. 

Los Angeles, CA Jan 3, 2007
Los Angeles, CA Dec 31, 2006

 Can Brights raise enough public awareness for establishing influential political weight in the US? 

Pasadena, CA Dec 25, 2006
Rebecca
Santa Monica, CA Nov 22, 2006
Allie Plum

 I want these local Meetups because now more than ever we need to talk out all the Fear and issues that are rampant in the world...Agree to disagree 

Los Angeles, CA Nov 4, 2006
Ginger
Long Beach, CA Oct 31, 2006
tee

 former all city in high school 

Torrance, CA Oct 25, 2006
Ferret

 I'm interested in writing books about this sorta thing, I'm infinitely amazed by the tales I hear from other people - And I want a few myself. 

Irvine, CA Oct 12, 2006
Los Angeles, CA Oct 11, 2006
escobar
Los Angeles, CA Oct 11, 2006
The Autodidact Minotaur

 I'm a writer and editor. I live in West LA. I have a scary face but I'm a very nice guy, I promise. 

Los Angeles, CA Oct 10, 2006

 I teach Logic, Critical thinking and axiology at Cal State. I would like my students to have a place to meet other Philosophy enthusiasts outside of classroom regimes to discuss other important philosophical issues. 

Long Beach, CA Oct 9, 2006
Los Angeles, CA Oct 5, 2006
Harel Papikian
Anaheim, CA Oct 5, 2006
michael mallon

 cogito ergo sum? crock of shit perhaps? 

Camarillo, CA Aug 31, 2006
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