This is a group for people who are looking to explore their creativity by interacting through novel activities that ask us to think outside the box and unriddle our minds. We believe in the power of collective brainstorming to inspire innovation and self awareness. This group welcomes free thinkers, artists, techies, social reformers, entrepreneurs, and everyone in between and around. Your hosts are entrepreneurs, economists, artists, writers, and engineers who want to create a space where socia …

Don't believe in God? You are not alone! Lancaster Freethought Society It is an exciting time to be a nonbeliever in the U.S. There are more people coming to reason in this country than at any other time in the past. Membership in atheist organizations is growing steadily and more people are standing up for their rights to be free from religion. The formation of the LFS is in response to the desire of Lancaster area free thinkers to become a part of this growing movement. Whether you want to p …

A group dedicated to embarassing and voting out weak kneed, self serving politicians on both sides of the aisle. Anyone who is not apathetic or dedicated to towing a party line and would instead like to redefine what the party line is feel free to join us. Being a free thinker, good person, and passionate about what you believe in but not blindly adhereing to it are the basic qualifications for membership. If you meet those standards lets get together, get organized and get going.

Are you the sort of person who naturally asks a lot of questions? Even in your own head, and even about seemingly "obvious" stuff? Do you find yourself brimming with ideas that you'd like to discuss, but can't find anyone around to discuss them with? Are you also interested in understanding the viewpoints of others? If you answer "yes" to most of those questions, then this is the perfect group for you! Everyone is welcome to join, regardless of age, race, nationality, orientation, religious pra …

Fredericksburg Secular Humanists (FSH) is the Fredericksburg, Virginia chapter of the Washington Area Secular Humanists (WASH) .  Most members consider themselves freethinkers, non-theists, atheists, or agnostics. We welcome individuals who are interested in learning and intellectual explorations, and are willing to accept that not all questions have easy answers. Topic presentations are followed by informal discussions and socializing by the group. Dessert, coffee and tea will be provided du …

CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk, share ideas (and yes, drink) in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We discuss the issues of the day and whatever else is on our minds. But most of all, we have fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. Don't drink? Don't let that stop you from joini …

CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically Baltimore is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. CFI–DC Drinking Skeptically Baltimore provides an opportunity for skeptics to talk, share ideas (and yes, drink) in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. We discuss the issues of the day and whatever else is on our minds. But most of all, we have fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. Don't drink? Don't let that …

Thinkers, theorists, realists, idealists, atheists, visionaries, scientists, scholars, and truth-seekers. Whatever your philosophical position, please join us for some thoughtful discourse, invigorating debate, and alternative observations on everything from social fads to political perversions to media mind control. From the casual observer to the hardcore intellectual, we welcome all who share a passion for deep thought, meaningful conversation, and stimulating company. There is no agenda for …

This group is designed for independent thinkers with a focus on reading books that challenge the standard narrative of culture, i.e. concepts that are generally accepted as true by the greater populous, but may not be entirely accurate.  We focus on non-fiction, scholarly books that take a critical approach to cultural and technological issues. Every third book, we will switch to fiction that stimulates thinking outside the box.  While this group is designated non-theist and affiliated with the …

A Mesh Baltimore SkillShare is a fun way to explore ideas, a risk-free way to try new skills, and a rewarding way to connect with people who share your interests. SkillShares run from 1-4 on a Saturday afternoon. At each event, we offer at least twelve different 55-minute mini-classes – four unique classes taught concurrently, offered in three time blocks one after the other. You attend the three sessions that most interest you!

DC's best Meetup for global adventure! This group is for people who enjoy events in the Washington DC area such as: international travel, embassy events, hiking, museums, festivals, kayaking, meditation, adventure travel, outdoor recreation, sports, spa visits, concerts, films, trips to the beach, ice skating, hot air balloon rides, and/or making friends while doing all of these things. YOU ARE: Single, married or in-between...young, old or in-between....students, professionals or in-between.... …

Cutting edge discussions yet timeless truths! Weary of the "same old same old"? Want to meet very interesting people outside the customary? Well come connect with others who are interested in Socrates Cafe, a philosophical community. Be a social thinker! Our basic guidelines, established centuries ago in Plato's Dialogues, are that all opinions expressed need to be supported by reasons, and that all assumptions need to be examined. Dialogue is not a competition, a sport or debate with winners an …