To All Tampa/St Pete/Sarasota Film Radicals: The Tampa Bay Area really needs a film discussion group that has a little more meatiness than showing up for the popular films and talking about whatever afterward. For those around here that aspire to see the better films and have been hoping for some place to focus your love of quality cinema, this group will hopefully be your thing.  Originally dreamed up by me hanging in the art film Mecca of Sarasota, I think we will have more interest if we spre …

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TAL is a social group dedicated to libertarians in the area because we significantly lack any sense of community. I'd like to have libertarians be able to get to know who their fellow citizens are so that we can begin to progress in philosophy as well as community. My vision for this group's meetings is simple with no specific format, just a bunch of us in the same place having a good time. This group is for those advocating the philosophy of libertarianism or wishing to learn about it. TAL is n …

The group meets at various locations, exposing others to our unique and exotic culture. The group discuss challenges and network to help each other grow in the Orlando area. Asia has ancient, intriguing, and mysterious culture the world has ever seen.Asian-Americans join together, and encourage all American citizens to embrace our art, architecture, music, history, philosophies and all other aspects of our lives. They certainly enjoy our cuisine, so let's take it a step further and deeper! If th …

Are you interested in meditation? Want to meet others with similar interests and values? Well, you might enjoy visiting with our group sometime. We meet to discuss the various techniques, philosophies and schools of thought related to meditation. Even better, we meditate together. And there's always some time to socialize at the end of the meeting if you want. If you have never meditated before then this is a great way to get a clear picture of what it is all about. And if you are a regular medi …

The purpose of this group is to bring deep thinkers together who enjoy discussing philosophical topics like "What is meaningful?" We'll choose a topic, give it some individual thought for a while, and then come together to discuss it in detail. Hopefully we'll be able to help each other understand our environment better and increase our awareness. Let's try to better understand how we are influenced by our surroundings, and how we influence our surroundings. Our group discussions are usuall …

The Hillsborough County Democratic Women's Club meets on the first monday of the month to discuss topics of interest at Mimi's Cafe, 11702 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, Florida at 6 pm. There is usually a guest speaker and guests including men are welcome!  The Menu is separate checks. Annual Dues are $20.00 if you decide to join.

This group is for mommies of any age, any philosophy, with any number of kids aged zero through preschool. It doesn't matter if you work or stay at home, breast or bottle feed, use cloth or disposable diapers, homeschool or public school or anything in between. We all have something wonderful to contribute to each other as moms, and that is love, understanding, and SUPPORT as we navigate these strange, always awe-inspiring moments in motherhood. Our group is open to mommies and their children, a …

This group is for the fitness minded or the casual to avid outdoorsy person. Those who are new to Tampa Bay will find this is the right meetup to discover Florida and meet new friends. In addition we believe the journey is the destination and we facilitate the experience. Our guides have much experience leading groups and know how to manage a trip and still not ruin the natural flow and fun that happens. If someone flips their kayak or has problems we can assist quickly and get them up and paddl …

Are you tired of "young professional groups" which offer the same theme? The bar/club scene with little room to actually exchange thoughts or ideas? Not every "professional" is intellectual . . . . Do you miss holding conversations with like-minded individuals who can keep up with the topic and provide insight? Do you consider yourself to be unique? Different from your peers? Analytical? Intellectual? Well this group was created for YOU!!. . . . . . An arena for young intellectual professionals …

Meet other locals who believe in the Thelema philosophy, "Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law."

Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. This meetup group is maintained by Serpent & Lion Camp O.T.O. for individuals in the Tampa area to get together and discuss the philosophy of Thelema, the practice of Magick, and the teachings of Aleister Crowley.   Love is the law, love under will.

Do you live for a passionate philosophical debate about matters of morality and justice? Do you love nothing better than to discuss controversial legal issues with friends over a glass of wine and a great meal? Are you open and receptive to the ideas and opinions of others even though they may differ greatly from your own? If so, this is the group for you! Each Dinner Party Debate will focus upon a particular legal issue facing our society and the moral, philosophical and even theological impli …

Our meetings discuss Buddhism and related philosophies from many points of view. We welcome participation by Buddhists of all traditions, and seek to cooperate with other groups that share our goals. Everyone is welcome! We currently have members who are active in local prison meditation projects, and peace and political grassroots movements. We want to share our collective voice through the practice of spiritual peace in words, thoughts and actions. We hope to offer ways that all Buddhist …

Greens, Beans, Onions, Mushrooms, Berries, Seeds*....OH MY! (The SUPER foods found on the super highway to health!) After learning about Dr. Fuhrman through the documentary "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead", attending his recent Health Immersion in Chicago and just completing a 15 day Guided Reboot with Joe (Cross), I’m feeling better than I have in 20 years, and I'm convinced going down the Nutritarian lifestyle yellow brick road will bring nothing but the best of health for all! Dr. Fuhrmans's progr …

Dear All Our community is preparing to begin a new dharma class in Orlando.  Many people have already expressed interest.Please feel free to pass the word on to anyone there who might be interested in attending this class.  And feel free to pass on my contact information to all who are interested in attending and supporting. The venture of starting a new class at a new venue requires much love, effort, joy, and support.   I will be contacting folks directly who have expressed an interest in Or …

An opportunity for all Networking Entrepreneurs to gather and share experiences, ideas, philosophies, strategies and to seek advice, review  business building tools and tips. From the novice to the seasoned professional, our venue will provide a central point for those desiring  to learn how to improve their day to day business activities together with the opportunity to socialize and network with other like minded entrepreneurs that truly enjoy the free enterprise approach to building a secur …

We are an open-minded, welcoming, social community for people interested in consciousness and egolessness. (mindfulness, awareness, meditation) We have come to realize that we are Not our Ego (false self). We are a social and educational community for people interested in: 1) Shedding their egos (as much as we can) to reveal one's true self and 2) Practicing / learning about consciousness, awareness, meditation... which helps us become more selfless and emotionally balanced, resulting in more …

Free Skool is the radical idea that everyone has knowledge and skills to share. Tampa Free Skool organizes free community classes that are open to all people. Anyone can teach a class, and anyone can learn. Classes can be held in homes, local businesses or public spaces, and can represent a diverse array of points of view, as long as they are freely given. By doing this, we hope to empower individuals and build a strong, interesting, and diverse community. Past classes have included: art, cookin …

Practical, common-sense meditation instruction, retreats, downloads and more. Weekly beginner and continuing series meetings offered in Tampa and St Pete. Meditation -Tampa.com offers crystal-clear teaching on mindfulness and insight meditation practice that is practical, approachable and livable. As the Buddha said: "Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense." With this in mind, Medi …

Welcome to Peace and Knowledge Spiritist Center of Orlando! - www.pksco.org  - Spiritism makes a lot of sense. You will find that Spirituality, Logic, and Science meet perfectly in it. If you are disillusioned with the philosophy or traditional faith of your upbringing; have interests such as developing your mediumship or personal growth; or just want to make more sense of your life; give it a try and come to our meetings. You may find them fulfilling and uplifting and at least you may make new …

Tu Viện Quan Âm, Quan Am Buddhist Monastery, Is a Vietnamese Mahayana Buddhist Temple in the Pureland tradition. However, our teacher, Thích Đồng Lưu, wishes for his disciples to have a knowledge of  all of Buddhism. We sponsor a class in Plant City.Mahayana Buddhist Meditation has come to Plant City. We are covering the basics of meditation according to Mahayana Buddhist principles and the most basic teachings of Buddhism. There are often classes called Buddhism 101, but since I am not a colleg …

JOIN KNIGHTS FOR LIBERTY Also consider joining the Orlando Ron Paul Campaign for Liberty Organization at http://ronpaul.meetup.com/184/ This is the broader based organization in central Florida. The Philosophy of Liberty (short compelling video that explains Liberty): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muHg86Mys7I&feature=related Ron Paul on the Truth, Striking Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFcQutO5Lgs Ron Paul on Patriotism: http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=ron+paul+patriot& …

This is a Garchen Rinpoche, Drikung Kagyu Lineage Center, named Drikung Dharmatara Ling, Island of Achi. It is open to all interested in improving themselves and their way of life, and to start on the path to liberation. http://www.drikung.org/ The Drikung Kagyu Order was founded in 1179 by Kyobpa Jigten Sumgön. It is headed by the two Kyabgon Rinpoches, His Holiness the Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang and His Holiness the Drikung Kyabgon Chungtsang. While Chungtsang Rinpoche resides in Lhasa, Chetsang …

Worker-owned enterprises are an alternative to both private ownership of the means of production (capitalism) and state ownership of the means of production (socialism). Libertarian socialists are just as skeptical of state-run enterprises as they are of privately-owned enterprises. Worker-employee ownership avoids the problems of both but it has practical challenges of its own. This meetup is for everyone that wants to know more about this alternative as well as those who have started or want …

Miss the comraderie, spontaneous conversation, and dynamic energy of working in the same room with other creative people? Welcome to The CoWork Lab. We take the best elements of a coffee shop (social, energetic, creative) and the best elements of a workspace (productive, functional) and combine them to give independent workers bricks and mortar to call their own. The CoWork Lab was built on coworking philosophy. Our members (aka "Scientists) are: software engineers, real estate brokers, web deve …

Drong Ngur Jangchub Ling is a Buddhist learning and meditation center under the spiritual direction of Drupon Thinley Nyngpo Rinpoche, retreat master and Buddhist philosophy teacher. Practitioners of all levels, from beginners to more advanced are welcomed. CONTACT ratnashri-tampabay.com  FOR MORE INFORMATION

Tampa Bay's Ultimate Singles Night Out Get social and find your fun in Tampa Bay! This is your chance to get out and mix and mingle with Tampa Bay's best singles. Each month a different venue will be featured with special guests, ice breakers, prizes and more. You'll find yourself making new connections, flirting and having fun. Join us to network, make new friends or connect with old friends At every event, your social director will be on hand to greet you and to introduce you to the grou …