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A social group for the discussion and sharing of ideas on books, art, science, politics, world travel, languages and any other topics of interest.

I like to read--a lot. I also like to spend time talking with interesting, congenial people about the books I read.  And quite often, it is a lot of fun to pursue these conversations with a drink in hand. I'm not saying we should get plastered, but let's relax in a gracious New Orleans setting, knock back a few, and discuss books that matter. Books we've read: American Gods, The Movie Goer, The Awakening, The Tragedy of Arthur, Quiet Houses, Nine Lives, The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox, The Sens …

This book club is for those people who aren't content with only reading and discussing the likes of popular classics and mainstream literature.  If you are in the mood for something a bit edgy, rebellious, and/or eccentric, then you've come to the right place. Focusing on revolutionary literature, cult classics, and less-mainstream topics and genres, we meet on a monthly basis in The Marigny at Flora's. Please join us for reading, conversation, debate, food, coffee and/or other tasty beverages. …

Science cafés are live events that involve a face-to-face conversation with a scientist about current science topics or simply an informal discussion among folks with an interest in pursuing science literacy. A Science Cafe' is open to everyone, and take place in casual settings such as libraries, coffeehouses, private homes. Reading of books, magazines, articles partaining to the sciences is encouraged. A science cafe' is certainly not limited to the natural sciences. All forms of scholarship a …

This group is for anyone interested in learning French, for all ages, from beginners to advanced levels. The Alliance Française of New Orleans (AFNO) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting French language and culture, and to facilitate interaction and understanding between the people of Greater New Orleans and those of French speaking lands through quality education and community involvement. The AFNO offers day, evening, and Saturday classes taught by professionally-train …

A social community centered around cooking and conversations, where friends and soon-to-be friends cook and talk together while enjoying tasty dishes. How it works. Bring the ingredients necessary for everyone to try a little bit of your dish, grill, extra knives & cutting boards (if you have them) and a bottle of wine per person. When you arrive 1) Check in 3) Pour yourself some wine 4) Start making your dish 5) Drink some more wine 6) Help your new friends 7) Bang on a pot when your dish is fi …

I am starting this group to join together people near hammond , louisiana who are interested in playing backgammon in friendly fashion and perhaps as we grow to play some competition and tournaments as well. There are a few tournaments around that we could include in our venues. We will meet at very interesting venues and socialize and enjoy drinks, intelligent conversation and the art of backgammon. No problems teaching beginners.

The Alliance Française of New Orleans presents Ciné-Club: French Film Screening, Reception, Discussion. This series presents the most acclaimed directors' finest works combined with the opportunity to share the experience while speaking French! Each month we have two screenings of a new film, at 7:00 pm on: -the first Friday of the month at the Alliance Française, 1519 Jackson (includes reception with wine) -the last Monday of the month at Café Istanbul, Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude FREE for …

If you're a 35+ lady looking to share conversation over lunch or dinner. I'm starting this group because I'm new in town and would like to meet some ladies around my age to meet up with for a fun day out with lunch or dinner. I am a foodie! Strictly  looking for gal pals...nothing other than that.

The French Book Club is all about reading and discussing a new book in French each month! We meet every second Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm at the Alliance Française of New Orleans (AFNO), 1519 Jackson Ave. This Club is FREE for Alliance Française members and $5 for non-members. A limited number of books are available for purchase at the AFNO for $15. The upcoming books and schedule can be found at http://af-neworleans.org/index.php?page=book-club.