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Read & Reflect: A Social Reading Circle.
Shared Pages, Shared Insights.
đ Do you love reading, but wish you had a structure and a community to share your insights with?
Join our small circle of curious minds (just 4 members per gathering) as we come together for an hour of focused readingâin the calm setting of a library or the cozy atmosphere of a cafĂ©.
Hereâs how it works:
First part: Quiet reading on your ownâbring a book youâre exploring, whether itâs philosophy, history, psychology, literature, or anything meaningful to you.
Second part: We regroup and each person shares key takeaways, insights, or questions sparked by their reading. This sparks a structured yet free-flowing conversation around ideas, perspectives, and personal reflections.
Why join?
Add structure to your reading habit.
Discover new books, authors, and ideas through othersâ choices.
Build real connections by sharing and listening deeply.
Socialize around something meaningful instead of small talk.
Crimson Whiskey Bar
The Craft Cocktails Club returns to Crimson Whiskey Bar to partake in their selection of whiskey themed craft cocktail drinks.
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GNO's Kids Cheesy Line Reading Show at Awesome Con!
**Geek Nite Out Presents Kids Cheesy Line Reading Show!**
Ever wanted to be an actor? Come share your talent with some of the corniest, cheesiest, most absurd lines ever uttered by kids from movies and television. Presented at Awesomecon Jr. Now this is podracing!
This panel is in the Awesome Con Jr. Movement Zone Booth #442.
**An Awesome Con pass is required for entry.**
You can purchase them here: [https://awesome-con.com/badges/](https://awesome-con.com/badges/)
We will also be hosting the Cheesy Line Reading Contest again this year! You can learn more about it here: [https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313586642/](https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313586642/)
**GNO at Awesome Con:** [https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313368484/](https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313368484/)
đ«đ· Friday French HourS
Venez apprécier l'ambiance chaleureuse d'une conversation en français autour d'un verre de vin et d'apéritifs. C'est ouvert à tous quelque soit votre niveau, que vous soyez intermédiaire/avancé ou bien que le Français soit votre langue maternelle.
***GRAB A DRINK AND YOU WILL BE ALL SET TO FLEX YOUR LANGUAGE CAPACITY. YOU NEED TO GET AT LEAST A DRINK OR FOOD :) To get the event going and show support. We know that you like our events. P.S. : We have non-alcoholic drinks as well.***
We have a tiny venue and we hit capacity often and early arrival is suggested.
We have the discretion to decide entry.
It is irresistible, to enjoy French convo with a glass of wine, appetizers and drinks. The Event is open to all levels of French language, from intermediate to native fluency.
This is mainly a social for Intermediate/Advanced/Native Speakers. It is not as such to learn a language. Beginners, if you want to learn a language, reach out to us (info@merevents.com). We have a school and will arrange you a class.
***AFTER THE HAPPY HOUR, WE HIT THE DANCE FLOOR! BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES, WE WILL DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY!***
Awesome Con (Attend on Your Own)
Awesome Con is Washington DCâs Comic Con! A 3-Day celebration of geek culture, bringing over 60,000 fans together with their favorite stars from across comics, movies, tv, toys, games, and more!
DADA will have a table in the exhibit hall along with other local fannish organizations. If you're attending Awesome Con, stop by to see us! (Table # TBA)
There is a variety of registration options available. Please see the Awesome Con website for details, schedules, conduct regulations, and to register for the convention: **[https://awesome-con.com/](https://awesome-con.com/)**
NOTE: This is a leaderless meetup. Attend on your own and make your own fannish fun!
SSB Presents: New Spot Night Out at Tommy Joeâs featuring Pop-Up Audio Band
Social Sips & Bites - itâs time for another epic night out!
Weâre heading to Tommy Joeâs for a high-energy evening packed with great drinks, loud sing-along moments, and that unbeatable SSB vibe.
Weâll roll in at 7:00 PM to grab drinks, take over some space, and warm things up before the band hits.
**Pop-Up Audio** is bringing the heat with rock, alt rock, and pop hits from the â80s to today â the kind of songs that have you singing at the top of your lungs and dancing without even realizing it.
Come early. Stay late. Bring a friend.
Expect strong drinks, big laughs, and a dance floor that wonât quit.
Letâs make it another legendary SSB night.
AWESOME CON!!!!!
**Order Tickets here:** [https://awesome-con.com/badges/](https://awesome-con.com/badges/)
Please note that Geek Nite Out is a Meetup Group attending this event. We are not the organizers of Awesome Con.
Awesome Con is a comic-con that embraces all aspects of geekdom and pop culture, with a wide assortment of comic books, collectibles, toys, games, original art, cosplay, and more. Special events include discussion panels, costume contests, trivia contests, gaming tournaments, and tons of activities for kids.
**Programming Schedule:** [https://awesome-con.com/programming/](https://awesome-con.com/programming/)
**Guests:**
Nathan Fillion
Alan Tudyk
Gina Torres
Morena Baccarin
Jewel Staite
Sean Maher
Summer Glau
Gillian Anderson
George Takei
Jamie Campbell Bower
Adam Savage
Jim Beaver
Misha Collins
Tyler Labine
Paul Giamatti
Parker Posey
Molly C. Quinn
Henry Thomas
Carla Gugino
Katie Parker
Ron Perlman
Theo Rossi
Sylvester McCoy
Sophie Aldred
Carole Ann Ford
Frazer Hines
Nicola Bryant
**More Information:** [https://awesome-con.com/](https://awesome-con.com/)
Geek Night Out will be hosting the **Cheesy Line Reading Contest** twice again this year!
The first will be the **Kids Cheesy Line Reading Show**. It's on Friday, March 13th at 4:30 PM at the Awesome Con Jr. Movement Zone Booth #442. You can find more info about it here: [https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313586618](https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313586618)
The second will be the **Cheesy Line Reading Contest.** That will be on Friday, March 13th at 8:00 PM in Room 206. You can find more info about it here: [https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313586642](https://www.meetup.com/geekniteout/events/313586642)
**--MEETUP INFORMATION--**
**METRO:** Mt Vernon Square Metro, along the Yellow and Green lines, is the closest metro station. It is right outside the convention center.
**MEETING:** With these types of events, people like to go off and do their own thing. With that in mind, there will be an #awesomecon channel on the GNO Discord server. We can use that to communicate and arrange to meet for some panels or grab a bite to eat. The channel will be created the day before the Con. You can join the Discord server here: [https://discord.gg/d4e9MKScVP ](https://discord.gg/d4e9MKScVP)(link should be permanent. Please let me know if it stops working)
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Cats and Coffee âïž
You have gone out for coffee before, but have you tried bringing your furry friend? Letâs socialize with other cat lovers and cats in a relaxing atmosphere. This is a great opportunity to socialize your kitties and provide them with stimulation.
Wheneverer you arrive, feel free to grab a coffee or sandwhich from Coffee Republic and then meet us at the little park just across the way in King Farmsâs Village Center. It is just Northwest of the cafe.
Make sure you bring a collar for your cat! A leash/harness, backpack, cat carrier, or stroller is required to make sure our furry friends are safe đ±
You are welcome to join us if you do not have a cat or want to leave your baby at home to nap đ€
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żïž Parking: There is plenty of free parking in front of the cafe.
âïž Metro: The cafe is located a 15-minute walk from the Shady Grove station on the red line.
Time to Read-In Person
We will meet outside as long as the weather is nice. If not, we will move inside. Look out for a comment the morning of each meeting with our exact location.
As we are meeting in person, please remember to bring something to read as we usually spend some time sharing our current reads and/or reading when meeting in person. As a reminder, there is no assigned reading; please bring whatever you are currently working on. This group is super casual, sometimes we read and sometimes we talk the whole time.
**** NO SHOW POLICY: Due to the high number of members on the waitlist recently we are having to reinstate our no-show policy. If you sign up and no-show to 2 events you will be removed from the group. Reminders are provided weekly to change your RSVP to allow those on the waitlist a chance to come to the meet-up, no 3rd chances with be given. Please be considerate to your fellow members. Thank you!
I look forward to reading you!
Stoner Book Club
This meeting will be dedicated to talking about the entirety of "Stoner" by John Williams.
We will be meeting in the National Portrait Gallery Atrium.
To stay up to date with events and discuss meetings or books, you can join our Whatsapp group. Please message me to get added.
NEW LOCATION: Reading Time (In-Person) {Near Clarendon Metro}
* We meet inside Zazzy
* Bring something to read, as we often take some time at the beginning telling each other about what we're currently reading.
* I have a favor to ask of you. To offset the cost of Meetup fees (\~$200 a year), I kindly request that you consider a small donation to my my [Pledge account](https://www.meetup.com/a-different-type-of-book-club-arlington/#pledge). đ
**NOTE: NO DISCUSSION OF POLITICS: 12/31/21 UPDATE**
For the sake of polite company, moving forward, we will avoid the discussion of politics at meetings of the book club. Please let me know if you have any questions.
**NON-ATTENDANCE / NO-SHOW POLICY**
If you have said that you will attend this event, but no longer are able to attend, please kindly update your status to "Not Attending" so that someone on the waitlist is able to RSVP. **Because this Meetup group is popular, and typically has a waitlist, effective immediately, I'm instituting a two-event no-show policy. If you RSVP as "Attending" but do not show at two events, you will be removed from this Meetup group.**
We look forward to seeing you!
Best,
Jay
March Meetup: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
Note: RSVPs for this event open when our prior meetup has ended.
For March, we will be reading The Correspondent by Virginia Evans. The hardcover runs 304 pages and it was published in 2025.
The GoodReads blurb is
Sybil Van Antwerp has throughout her life used letters to make sense of the world and her place in it. Most mornings, around half past ten, Sybil sits down to write lettersâto her brother, to her best friend, to the president of the university who will not allow her to audit a class she desperately wants to take, to Joan Didion and Larry McMurtry to tell them what she thinks of their latest books, and to one person to whom she writes often yet never sends the letter.
Sybil expects her world to go on as it always hasâa mother, grandmother, wife, divorcee, distinguished lawyer, she has lived a very full life. But when letters from someone in her past force her to examine one of the most painful periods of her life, she realizes that the letter she has been writing over the years needs to be read and that she cannot move forward until she finds it in her heart to offer forgiveness.
Filled with knowledge that only comes from a life fully lived, *The Correspondent* is a gem of a novel about the power of finding solace in literature and connection with people we might never meet in person. It is about the hubris of youth and the wisdom of old age, and the mistakes and acts of kindness that occur during a lifetime. Sybil Van Antwerpâs life of letters might be âa very small thing,â but she also might be one of the most memorable characters you will ever find.
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March Book Club Meetup
Welcome, readers!
Our March read is **_The Bean Trees by Barbara Kingsolver._**
The story follows Taylor Greer, a young woman from rural Kentucky who leaves home for the West, only to find herself unexpectedly becoming the guardian of an abused Native American toddler named Turtle. In Tucson, Arizona, they form a makeshift family with a diverse group of people, including Guatemalan refugees and a single mother, exploring themes of motherhood, community, belonging, and finding hope in hardship. The story blends humor with serious issues, creating a story about finding family in unexpected places.
Looking forward to discussing with everyone!
We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.**
Happy reading! đ
April Book Club Meetup
Welcome, readers!
Our April read is **_Martyr!_ by Kaveh Akbar.**
The story follows a young Iranian American poet grappling with grief, addiction, and the aching question of what makes a life meaningful. Drawn into an unexpected friendship with a terminally ill artist, he begins to confront faith, love, and the seduction of self-destruction. Lyrical, darkly funny, and emotionally piercing, the novel wrestles with beauty and despair in equal measure. Itâs a story about longingâto be seen, to be forgiven, and to matter.
Looking forward to discussing with everyone!
We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.**
Happy reading! đ
First Book Club Meet Up!
This will be the first ever Book Club Meet up for this group!
* We will be discussing Dating After the End of the World by Jeneva Rose (if you would like a free EPUB copy of this book to read on kindle, message me & I can send you the ebook)
* ***Changed the book from Daggermouth due to it being independently published and hard to find in print****
* Feel free to attend even if you haven't started or finished the book âĄÌ !
* Small snacks will be provided. Youâre welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too!
* Even if the meetup event shows full, you are welcome to come. If you can no longer attend the event, no worries, just please try to update your status on meetup for it.
LGBT Reads: In-Person Book Discussion
Join us for our March Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *The Manor of Dreams* by Christina Li in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.
Sip & Read: *Founder Edition* Meetup: Book/Venue TBD
Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting.
Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting.
Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot!
*Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*
Monthly Meet Up (The Fifth Season)
This month weâll be ready The Fifth Season by NK Jemisin. Feel free to come even if you donât finish the bookk!
Bad Girls Book Club March 2026
**Our March pick is *God of the Woods* by Liz Moore.**
**This monthâs novel is an award-winning literary mystery that blends family drama with psychological suspense. It explores womenâs voices and relationships while delivering an exciting, eerie, and deeply suspenseful story. The book is 576 pages in print or 14 hours and 35 minutes on audiobook.**
Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers an empty bunk. Its occupant, Barbara Van Laar, has gone missing. Barbara isnât just any thirteen-year-old: sheâs the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the regionâs residents. And this isnât the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. Barbaraâs older brother similarly vanished fourteen years ago, never to be found.
As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Chasing down the layered secrets of the Van Laar family and the blue-collar community working in its shadow, Mooreâs multi-threaded story invites readers into a rich and gripping dynasty of secrets and second chances. It is Liz Mooreâs most ambitious and wide-reaching novel yet.




























