All of us have some sort of "philosophy of life," even though we may not have verbalized it. Here you can get ideas for your own philosophy of life. You can see what others think of your own philosophical ideas, and you can help others to become clearer in their own thinking. When there is difference of opinion, we have an opportunity for "friendly debate," a very growth-promoting experience. Bill Van Fleet

April and David’s challenge… To address deep subjects in a way that’s meaningful yet light; to encourage intelligent banter while being respectful of others’ opinions and beliefs; to present a variety of topics without getting bogged down with researching material or finding experts. But mostly, to facilitate a fun and engaging evening! ************Welcome to the Consciousness Café!*************** We borrow a tradition that dates to the 17th century and has been revived in late 20th century Eu …

Meet other local atheists and freethinkers. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends.

We're here to host friendly, interesting discussions on the topics of the day in a thoughtful, "grown-up" manner.  Think of it as an antidote to all the confrontational bombast of the cable channels these days. We'll meet in a comfortable setting with a pre-arranged topic and hear everyone's views ... or if you want to just listen in, that's fine too.  Exercise your neurons, stimulate your conversational skills, and prepare to have an interesting time!  Drop in and out of the group as your sched …

Were you THERE when Star Wars first came out? Do you remember the *original* Battle Star Galactica? Did you ever have a Commodore 64 or a Game Boy? (Do you still have it?) Do you still have your physics textbook from 1985? If you answered yes to any of the above, then consider yourself a member! GREENVILLE OLD GEEKS (GOG!) Where we're only "old" chronologically. Come meet up with like minded science and/or fantasy buffs who grew up in the 80s, 70s, or even 60s and earlier. Share life experiences …

Group description: Meet with others of like mind interested in creating a joyful and meaningful lifestyle through learning coaching tools based on positive psychology and brain science. Additionally group members will learn to access the spiritual within (as defined by each person) and the empowered self (the person you can become) to build this positive lifestyle. There will be a different topic each session presented in an experiential format by different expert speakers. The topic will then b …

Join our group of Natural People from the Sandhills area of North Carolina including Southern Pines, Pinehurst, Carthage, Aberdeen, Sanford, Fayetteville, Raeford, Wagram, Laurinburg and beyond. The “Natural People” Meetup Group was formed to provide a forum that is safe and accepting for everyone interested in metaphysical philosophies to share and exchange information and new ideas, including energy healing such as Reiki, sound healing as with crystal bowls and drumming, natural healing with h …

This group is inclusive of anyone who shares the beliefs of Humanism or Freethought.  Freethought is a philosophical viewpoint that holds that opinions should be formed on the basis of science, logic, and reason, and should not be influenced by authority, tradition, or any dogma.  Humanism believes in the prmacy of human, rather than divine or supernatual matters. We hold a variety of meetups including coffee-shop social chats, book studies, lectures, movie viewing, invited speakers, bar hopping …

For those who can see, the outlines of the Universal Temple of the Lord of Love are definite and on the verge of precipitation. From the spiritual center of divine energy pours forth the inspiration bringing fresh revelation, fresh hope, and a fresh incentive towards a fuller spiritual living. From this approach the great reciprocal concepts of freedom, the dream of brotherhood, of fellowship, of world cooperation and of a peace based on right human relations is an inspired testimony. From this …

Explore the use of music to enhance your meditation. Learn how music effects the brain, the heart, and the soul. Experiment with types of sound and music and find which one touches you.

This group is for people that want to stay informed about events that we have going on at our Center. If you would like to surround yourself with positive like-minded spirits that follow the New Thought teaching... then join us. We welcome all beliefs and walks of life. Here we teach how manifest what we choose to experience in our lives. Sunday service starts with a meditation at 10:30a.m. followed by a talk from Rev.Claire Middleton. During the week she teaches classes from "The Science of Min …

This is a group for makers, artists, programmers, tinkerers, boffins, crafters, educators, and anyone who likes the kinds of projects and articles in "Make Magazine." It is a group for people who think “How can I make that?” instead of “where can I buy that.” Its a group for those who want to share their talents, knowledge, skills, and ideas with each other and with the world. My name is Ben Harris and I'm a maker. I own my own small business (cottage industry) here in Burlington NC making scien …

This is a group for those who like games based on trivia. Games to be played include Trivial Pursuit (natch), Bezzerwizzer, Blast From The Past, Chronology, Facts in Five, The Logo Game, Smart Ass, 20 Questions, Wits and Wagers, You Must Be An Idiot and more. Different games will be played at each meetup, and there's over 30 games. Meetups will take place in Manhattan on weekends, at least twice a month, more often if the group catches on. Do you like Bar Trivia?  This is the place for that also …

Greetings, and welcome to Shambhala Center! My name is Shusara Akona Kumara. I am one of a multitude of people here on our Mother Earth at this time to hold and increase humanity's light. While I have always been an avid student of metaphysics, my full awakening began in 2007 when my Kundalini was activated and I was lead to my spiritual mentor. I now carry my memories of where I came from and my mission here. My job is to help awaken humanity and to act as a guide for those who wish to make g …

A group for all writers interested in publishing their work. Led by Wolf Hoelscher, owner of Pubmission.com and a former acquisitions editor, this group will talk about getting published in this new digital age, how to submit work, and where to find help for your writing. We can also workshop writing if members are interested in getting honest feedback on their writing. The overall goal, however is to offer support and camaraderie to fellow local writers. The plan is to meet about once a month. …

It is often difficult to find other atheists in the south. The purpose of this group is to bring atheists together and build a community of like-minded people for support, education and fun. All atheists, 18 and older, are welcome! If you are under 18, you may join the group if a parent is a member of the group.

Python Users Group that promotes the Python programming language in the Upstate of South Carolina. Emphasis is on providing computer science education (via Python) to really good problem solvers living in rural areas as part of http://hub-ology.org

"Turning space science-fiction into space science-fact." http://charlottespaceexploration.org/ Our purpose: Our goal is to educate civilians, doctors, soldiers, teachers, students, lawyers, business entrepreneurs, engineers, physicists, electricians, parents, children, and all walks of life on the reality of the upcoming private space exploration age. We are simply providing a forum of discussion (in person) for all who are interested in the cosmos and its future and current business opportuni …

The Bible is a single-volume collection of several historical texts that were composed over a period of many hundreds of years. The collection as a whole (or certain subsets thereof) is considered by Jews and Christians to be sacred, thus making it difficult to have a discussion of the Bible with many who are already familiar with it. This group is for those who wish to take an unbiased, secular approach to these texts. In a traditional Bible study, the purpose is to discover God's word through …

We are a heart-centered spiritual community dedicated to oneness, conscious awareness, and life transformation through the study of Science of Mind, New Thought teachings and the energy of unconditional love. If you enjoy the work of Louise Hay, Deepak Chopra, Eckart Tolle and Wayne Dyer and would like to journey with like-minded people this group is for you! Join us in person or connect with us virtually for classes, workshops and sacred community as we journey together and practice this truth …

This study group is for the individual that is looking to live a life of spiritual awareness to live a greater life of joy and to make your everyday experience more harmonious. Through the teachings of Ernest Holmes the founder of Science of Mind and other metaphysical Teachers we understand that we can choose to experience the life we desire in love. You will learn tools such as meditation, visioning, and affirmative prayer. This Study Group will focus on these outstanding spiritual teachings a …

*S.A.G.N.C. is a social group sponsored by the 'Hickory Humanist Alliance'. Events for HHA will be posted on this site along with social (specifically SAGNC) events. If you would like more info about HHA, please visit our website at: http://hickoryhumanist.org/ SAGNC Description: "Question with boldness even the existence of a god; because if there be one he must approve of the homage of reason more than that of blindfolded fear." -Thomas Jefferson, letter to Peter Carr, August 10, 1787 The pur …

Love learning about the latest trends in science and technology? Do you enjoy open discussion over a cup of coffee or glass of wine? If so, come join us at Science Cafe! We’re a family that believes passionately that science embodies the power of ideas. On the second Tuesday of every month, we bring in some of the world’s best experts to discuss these issues in an engaging, interactive forum. It’s free and whether you’re a tech expert or just a curious soul, you’re sure to learn something new an …

We are a group for atheists, agnostics, free-thinkers, and secularists who wish to join together for rational discussions, and socializing. Our goals are the advancement of science, logic and reason, separation of church and state, the overall advancement of secular ideas, and positive contribution to the community.

In our rapidly changing world, many would agree that mathematics needs to make an 180-degree turn from its current state of disconnected, formal deduction and rote memorization of problem-solving procedures. But what would a visually-engaging, technologically-savvy math class look like? One proposed solution is the Common Core, an effort currently being adopted by many states that focuses on persistence in problem-solving (which is great), mathematical precision, and logical reasoning (which ar …

This is for users of SAS and SAS/UNIX who want to discuss topics in a fun and casual atmosphere.

This group is for anyone 18 and over in the Winston-Salem area who is interested in sci-fi, fantasy, or horror.

Creation Adventures is a group for adults, young adults, and families to enjoy fellowship and God's Creation together. We have regular outings, which may include visits to area parks, the zoo, hiking, kayaking, bicycling, other recreational activities, and possibly trips; plus watch videos and learn from other resources that increase our appreciation for our Creator and reveal how science, history, and the world and universe He created confirm the Bible. This group is family-friendly and complet …