Welcome to the Long Island branch of the Center for Inquiry (CFI), a nonprofit organization advancing science, reason, and secular values. The Center for Inquiry-Long Island sponsors public educational programs, philosophy discussions, book clubs, and social events. Come meet people in your neighborhood, exercise your brain, and get involved. For more information, please e-mail akelly@centerforinquiry.net.

"Open your heart to me slightly, and I will open the world to you." - The Zohar Kabbalah is an ancient spiritual teaching which was passed on through special souls from generation to generation. It was concealed from the masses up until the end of the 20th century. Now we live in a special time, when Kabbalah becomes available to everyone who has an interest in spirituality. Bnei Baruh is a non-profit organization . Everything it offers is free to use: online classes, book downloads, etc. The g …

Meet kindred book lovers in a local Meetup Book Club! Non fiction books with topics such as geopolitical, psychology, science, inspirational...everyone will have the opportunity to share their ideas and hopefully create longlasting friendships

… This strategy bridges many gaps (political, cultural, generational, forum-festival, science-spirit) that exist in society in order to find true common ground, come to conclusions, and act on implementing Universal Rights for all life on Earth. Our forums are threaded with as much art and live music as possible to keep the atmosphere entertaining and alive. Gathering of the Minds is taking place at live forums, online, and right now through the collective consciousness of humanity. These set …

… This strategy bridges many gaps (political, cultural, generational, forum-festival, science-spirit) that exist in society in order to find true common ground, come to conclusions, and act on implementing Universal Rights for all life on Earth.

"Meditation is an adventure, an adventure into the unknown -- the greatest adventure that the human mind can take." - Osho   If you want to live a more fulfilled life, first you will want to know your potential, who you really are. Meditation is the route to that knowing. It is a methodology of science of awareness. Many meditative techniques require one to sit still and silent. But for most of us accumulated stress in our bodymind makes that difficult. Before we can hope to access our inner pow …

This group will have entropy. It will serve to meet new individuals, exchange ideas for fun and business, seek out new adventures, laugh, have wine or just meet for a interesting meal. The manner in which it progresses will depend upon the makeup of the group. Looking for interesting and interested folks, who like art, science, literature, food, wine and dance. Those who are open to some other opinions and are tired of games. The first meet-up is at my office tomorrow, tues. This is a busin …

Had enough of astrologers, psychics, homeopaths, and spirit channelers? Yearning to talk with someone rational for awhile? Meetup with other local skeptics for some refreshing and sane conversation. Drinking Skeptically does not take "official" positions on political, religious, academic, or other matters. For example, Drinking Skeptically is not an "atheist" organization; nor is it a "non-atheist" organization. All we are interested in is providing a social venue for rationalists, critical-t …

This group offers a forum for writers to learn and exchange practical information they need to get published. Members gather to ask questions and give advice about every stage of the publishing process, from writing a manuscript to querying an agent to negotiating a contract. While there are many groups for writers out there, most focus exclusively on the craft of writing, while failing to address the practical information that publishers really care about and that can make or break a book deal. …

Meetup with locals who are interested in practicing the science and ideolgy of The Law of Attraction in an effort to attract abundance/prosperity; getting what one desires. We will be talking about the Law of Attraction as taught by Abraham-Hicks, and will be using the book "Ask and It Is Given" as a guide. We ask that you have read or seen "The Secret" and have a basic understanding of the Law of Attraction before your first meeting so we can use our time together focusing on moving forward …

The purpose of this group is to provide a supportive community for people who love to write but who can never seem to find the time when left to their own devices. This group will give deadlines that must be met and where peers can give constructive criticism and feedback to each other. Trade tips on overcoming writer's block, procrastination habits, and the like. As well as get together and discuss writing and books with others. Anyone who needs that extra incentive to sit down and write is enc …

Hey! Want to get together with others and talk about your favorite Sci-fi Graphic Novels, Comic books, Movies, Shows, Games, etc....? Star Wars, Doctor Who, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, X-Men, Green Lantern, etc...??? All ages are welcomed. We ask that those under 18 be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Don't let the location fool you! We'll travel around Long Island, NYC, and lower upstate! So, come on and join in the fun!

… When you learn what science has discovered, that information starts to work on you. It effects the decisions you make at every meal.

… You're a critical thinker with regards to: advertising/marketing ploys, human herd mentality, fads and trends, biased media, pseudo-science, etc. Questioning, then objectively making choices is the first step towards living a genuine/authentic life. 2) You're a lifelong learner. You're naturally curious, and motivated to learn things. Therefore, you're always growing and evolving, and are rarely bored. 3) You engage and challenge yourself. You need stimuli that are more substantial …

*** We are currently not looking for new writers. But we are accepting names for our waiting list. Spots open up occasionally, so if you are interested, please submit. ***   Of all the fiction writer's groups in the Greater Danbury area named "The Greater Danbury Scribes," this is by far the best! Come join us to talk about writing, workshop your writing, learn about writing, or simply to be able to say that you are a part of the world-famous "Danbury Scribes." We meet on Tuesday nights, typical …

Comic Book Fans United is exactly what the name implies. We are a group of people that love to read comic books / graphic novels and want to get together to discuss them with fellow fans. Do you like comic books? If so, you belong here.