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 …

"Amateur" is not an insult. An amateur astronomer is someone who learns the skies, learns how to observe or photograph the incomprehensibly distant and huge objects out there, learns about cosmology, and shares this knowledge with others - not because it's a paid occupation, not for recognition or praise, but because we love it. The Warren Astronomical Society (http://www.warrenastro.org) meets twice monthly to share presentations about astronomy: observations, science, and history. There's a …

Events are held throughout Michigan: Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo/Portage, Detroit Area & Dearborn, with Campus groups at Michigan State University, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids Community College, University of Michigan, Oakland University and Wayne State. Center for Inquiry | Michigan works to foster a secular society based on science, reason, freedom of inquiry, and humanist values. Our members are typically atheists, humanists, agnostics, and other freethinkers. You can learn more a …

Our purpose is to bring together people who make stuff in their spare time to teach each other what we know, to do together projects that are too big or specialized for individuals, and to educate and entertain the idly curious as inducement to participate. To the idly curious we say: Ever want to build your own rocket from scratch, create your own MP3 player, make a robot from recycled parts or extract DNA from houseplants in your basement. Join this group and reclaim the self-made scientist, h …

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 …

If you live in (or near) Ann Arbor and are looking for new friends who share your enthusiasm for various interests (science fiction, fantasy, horror, anime, video games, comic books, etc.), then you've come to the right place. This group aims to bring together people who might call themselves geeks, nerds, otaku or whatever and help forge connections and new friendships. It doesn't matter what you're into so long as your interests include expanding your social circle. The idealistic goal behind …

Come to the library at 6 PM on the first Monday of every month and talk about the genre of that evening. Bring a book to use as an example, or just have a book, movie, or even game in mind to talk about. This year long series of informal discussions, moderated by library staff, will lead you to new reading experiences as you learn about hot subgenres. Share your own reading interests, and learn about other peoples.

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 …

Calling all WHOVIANS in the Ypsi/A2 area! I'd like for us to get together, have parties where we watch and talk Dr. Who! Possibly even getting together to go to conventions, after all next year is the big 5-0 anniversary of Dr. Who!! This group is open to all Whovians regardless of age, gender, etc.. Right now the plan is to meet in my apartment, but if anyone has a better space we can always switch to that.

Welcome to the Mid-Michigan Sci-fi/Fantasy Meetup site... Meet fellow Sci-fi/Fantasy Fans near you! Come to a local Sci-fi/Fantasy Meetup to have fun talking science fiction and fantasy in literature, media, gaming and art. Go to conventions, signings, readings, movies, museum shows, science lectures and more! We've got a great group of people to hang out with...artists, writers, readers, gamers and fans...

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) is the premier source for manufacturing knowledge, education and networking. Through its many programs, events, magazines, publications and online training division, Tooling U, SME connects manufacturing practitioners to each other, to the latest technologies and to the most up-to-date manufacturing processes. SME has members around the world and is supported by a network of chapters and technical communities. A 501(c)3 organization, SME is a leader i …

We're a bunch of geeks. We watch movies. We also read books, eat, and make fun of said movies. We try to be equal-opportunity geeks, so if you have an interest - please feel free to suggest a meetup. More importantly - if you are willing to host a meetup, please let us know. We have lots of ideas, and very few places to put them into action. Each host can put a limit on guests/movies/food/drink/etc at their own discretion. Activities like bowling and laser tag are also fun, and highly encouraged …

The Great Lakes Community Leadership Summit 2013 will be based on the CLS in Portland each year. The GL-CLS will bring together community leaders, organizers and managers and the projects and organizations that are interested in growing and empowering a strong community. The event pulls together the leading minds in community management, relations and online collaboration to discuss, debate and continue to refine the art of building an effective and capable community. At the heart of Community L …

Do you daydream about dragons? Wonder if you are a top potent ley lines? Perhaps your latest tarot reading brought you here. If you are wondering whether you'd be better off as fae, lupine or a dragon slayer, then you'lve found your pack. Because really, can you talk about this stuff to your coworkers? And if you did, what would they think when you quite adamantly explained that garlic is such urban legend and the daylight thing, what a faux pas!

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, …

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 …

The Michigan Mastermind is a private, exclusive, members-only statewide association of individuals dedicated to achieving: Financial independence Wealth creation Dynamic health And emotional well-being The Michigan Mastermind is an extraordinary statewide group of like minded highly influential, affluent, and freedom-orientated people from various business, social and economic sectors in the State of Michigan. The goal of the Michigan Mastermind is to provide a safe haven where members can bu …

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.

Hi, thanks for stopping by! I started this group out of my interest in Positive Psychology, meditation, mindfulness, flow, resilience, optimism and related applications to health, relationships, business, parenting, education and personal growth. An interesting aside is that several current and former faculty at The University of Michigan have been instrumental in the development of Positive Psychology. I'd like to do things like a Positive Psychology book discussion, have informal chats, inv …

Welcome to THE  BAHA'I PRESCRIPTION Journey with us as we explore Spiritual Soul-lutions to the problems of modern man in this modern world. The Bahai Faith offers remedies for Strife, War, Hunger, Anxiety and Depression as prescribed in the Sacred Texts of Baha'u'llah, founder of The Baha'i Faith. PRINCIPLES OF THE BAHAI FAITH 1. The oneness of humanity. 2. The common origin and unity of purpose of all world religions. 3. The harmony of science and religion 4. The equality of men and women 5. …

This is an brand new experimental Quantified Self group for Grand Rapids, MI. It's QS on the rapids - an eclectic exploration of self-tracking - geotracking, life-logging, DNA sequencing, etc. - to gain more knowledge about yourself. If you have a self-tracking story to share or want to come and learn and be inspired, join us! Topics include, but are not limited to: • Aging in Place Technology • Behavior change and monitoring • Caregiving of digital patients • Chemical Body Load Counts • Citizen …

The Ann Arbor Weight Trainers is a group of men and women in the Ann Arbor area who have an interest in picking heavy things up and putting them back down. Bodybuilders, powerlifters, or any one who incorporates weight training into their exercise routines are all welcome to join. We'll meet every once in awhile at a local pub, restaurant, or coffeehouse to discuss things involved with weight training, such as: exercises, diet and nutrition, gym etiquette, supplements, resources for science-base …

This is a non-fiction reading and exploration group. Let's read and discuss the best of history, biography, science, art, culture, politics, commentary, travel, and anything else that touches the real world. When we're not reading, we'll look for movies, museums, road trips, walks, and other ways to connect with or be inspired by what we read. Members take turns choosing our books and organizing outings.

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.

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.

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 …

Electromagnetic fields (EMF's), electropollution, electrosmog, geopathic stress and non-ionized radiated energy from modern devices including cell phones/towers, utility Smart Meters, microwaves and much more are becoming more prevalent both in the media and in the concerns of those interested in healthy living. Parents are correctly concerned about the impact of electronic technologies to their children and infants. While we respect those vocal about greater personal freedom issues in this area …

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.