nocturnal

Sleep is for the weak. If you seem to be awake during around Zero-Dark-Thirty (or you're international) you can chat here or post noctornal-related stuff

crafty

Know how to make stuff? -Show us how! Want to make stuff? -Ask us and we'll help you figure it out.

science fiction & futurism

"Everything is becoming science fiction. From the margins of an almost invisible literature has sprung the intact reality of the 20th century." --J.G. Ballard Come surf the future fantastic with us.

Politics & Current Affairs

A place for people to discuss their Politics and Current Affairs. A place for all opinions from all parties to bring their talks to each other. Please be respectful and civil!

Chronic & Long-Term Health Conditions

A place to discuss chronic and curable diseases and health issues! Vent, offer support, advice, or anything else related! To join the group, please have a profile photo and a reasonable amount of blog /comment activity so we know you're real! :)

the great outdoors

From outdoor recreation to survivalism and preparedness! Hiking, running, camping, biking, rock climbing, caching, caving, etc!

Smarties

A group for smart people! We talk about things like literature, astrophysics, libraries, money, and cephalopods (mostly squid).