The Detroit Grassroots Atheism Project (DGAP) has the primary goal of raising awareness about atheism and atheists through direct interaction with the public that we call "street teaching". Project volunteers provide literature and a point of contact between the public and the atheist community. Through this interaction we clear up the common and uncommon misunderstandings about atheism and inform people about what is atheism.

The group meets regularly for an hour presentation, followed by a discussion. Software engineers, information architects, business analysts, technical managers who are interested in the information retrieval field are welcome to participate and present.

To assist each other through computer difficulties. To keep everyone informed on current software and hardware. To show what is possible in the world of computers.

Michigan Skeptics is a gathering place for Critical Thinkers, Humanists and Skeptics to discuss, debate and to meet casually. A Skeptic is a person that does not take claims at face value. They feel that for an idea to be embraced, it needs to have been verified and proven as much as possible, through the scientific method and evidence. We at MISkeptics welcome discussion and debate from all points of view. We feel that understand and greater knowledge are attained in that manner. Sum Ergo Cogit …

EXTRAORDINARY CLAIMS REQUIRE EXTRAORDINARY PROOF. Paranormal Investigators Group is science based research group dedicated to discovering the physics underlying alleged paranormal phenomena that can be measured and then use the data to propose models of previously unidentified physics. Group members will have the option to participate at their individual comfort level ranging from remote on-line support activities to group meetings and investigations. What’s most important is that you have a str …

Sufis in Michigan - Qadiri Rifai Ansari Sufi Order Branch Interaction among like minded individuals is extremely important for it gives an opportunity to learn,understand and develop in this world we live in. Open mindedness - Open dialogue is what forms a community and especially when the focus is to know more about your own self through Sufism. You join Sufis and you keep adding on. The intent of forming this group is to give anyone or everyone interested in Sufism or Mysticism , self explorat …

MiSIPS is dedicated to the advancement of psychoanalysis. Its foundational belief is that an openness to new and diverse perspectives of philosophy, humanities, science and spirituality can enhance the theory and practice of psychoanalysis. Hopefully, the advancement of psychoanalysis as a profession, in this way, can enhance its humanitarian impact on the individual and society.

Welcome to OWWL, a Metro Detroit Writing Group. This group is primarily for literary fiction writers. Genre writers please see below. Members include established professionals and talented amateurs. We meet in person every two weeks to review submissions and discuss publishing news and opportunities. Writers submit completed drafts, following general formatting guidelines. Submissions may be up to 7500 words. Feedback is timely, thoughtful, and honest--sometimes brutally honest. If you are br …

Minority Atheists of MI (M.A.M) is a collective of individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures who meet regularly to promote logic, reason and most importantly offer support. M.A.M. serves as solace for individuals who:  may be newly out as an Atheist, are struggling because they're unable to come out as an Atheist, is experiencing isolation from loved ones (due to recent exodus from major religion such as Jehovah's Witness, Muslim, Mormon etc), or feels rejected because others do not unde …

Need a pause that refreshes? Want help & support in creating a healthy, natural, organic, sustainable, spiritual, satisfying, comfortable life for yourself and your loved ones? Want to share with others committed to: DO what we know, LIVE what we speak and BE who we really are? When you join this group, started by Esther McCormick, Community Health Educator and Acupuncture therapist for 30 years, and Breia Wood, Massage Therapist and Body Worker, you will access good company, coaching, training, …

The Smartest Atheists in Town Calling oneself an “Atheist” is just the beginning, not the end, of a life-long journey of learning, dialog and discovery. The Atheist Scholars Meetup group raises the standard among local Atheist groups by building a private membership focused on learning, harmony and friendship. This is a new local alternative for discerning Atheists. Maybe you have been reluctant to join an Atheist group in the past or maybe you are not interested what the other groups have to of …

Elevating the craft of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) through a real, face-to-face community in Detroit. Also, check out API Craft on Google Groups to collaborate with other API craftspeople around the world.

Do you believe in God and the superiority of reason? Do you value the 'Christian message', but think that the Bible should be examined critically using all available knowledge? Is the whole Creation your textbook? Have you matured beyond the dogma and teaching of Evangelical/Fundamentalist Christianity, but still you are not willing to accept the full-blown 'tolerance doctrine' of Progressive Christianity or Unitarian Universalism? Is sharing your religious, spiritual and philosophic ideas, face …

Networking for great jobs and careers in Niche areas. We plan to have a meetup locally in the area. Stay tuned as we grow. The goal is have fun, socialize and talk business or career to grow professionally. HR, Recruiters, Job Seekers, Passive Job Hunters or Just Professionals Looking for Network beyond the workplace. We are jobs advertising company since 1999. View our list of job boards on http://www.NicheJobs.com My Profile on Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sastha (Feel free to add me t …

We all know that learning is more fun when you’re drinking with friends and colleagues. Thus, Nerd Nite is a monthly event held in more than 50 cities across the globe during which several folks give 18-21-minute fun-yet-informative presentations across all disciplines – while the audience drinks along. And there are often bands, acrobats, trivia, and other shenanigans as well. Imagine learning about everything from math feuds or the science of the Simpsons, to the genealogy of Godzilla or debun …

This group is for moms of African-American and/or multiracial children. For mom to enjoy interacting with each other while our children enjoy play dates. To be able to discuss and attempt to understand the issues our children may encounter being the minority in our neighborhood. For moms to build a support group of positive lasting friendship within our community. Play dates in our home, moms night out,family days Outing to the park, movies,museum, science center,zoo and even the mall. Meeting o …

This is a group for anyone interested in contributing to a walking robot. Tech, DIY, hobbyist robotists, engineers, and investors may be interested in this. There is work for all types of people from mechanical construction, CAD design, Arduino type control, Rasberry PI brains, etc. A preliminary design has been layed out and will be provided for open source development. Specific tasks can be assigned or jump in and add your own improvements. We will meet locally in the Rochester Michigan area, …