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 …

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 …

The Insight Group The purpose of our group is to openly discuss, inquire into and practice the new Compassion & Mindfulness based psychology know as, Acceptance and Commitment Theory Example book,   The Happyness Trap,  by Russ Harris Each meeting has a topic that is brought to light by presentations, shared experiences, wisdom from authors, wisdom from ourselves, meditations, open discussions, videos, and Acceptance and Commitment Theory practices. All of the topics are psychological in nature …

Dear Guest, Do what thou wilt shall be the whole of the Law. This group is for people interested in Thelema, initiation, ceremonial magick, fraternity, and other esoteric and occult pursuits, including the works of Aleister Crowley (1875 - 1947). We hold events around the greater Maryland, Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia metropolitan area. This meetup is organized by William Blake Lodge, the MD/DC/NoVA branch of Ordo Templi Orientis (the Order of Oriental Templars or O.T.O.). O.T.O. is ecl …

Life is short.....so why not live it to the fullest everyday....  This group is catering to smart, witty, charming gals in the DMV area who are looking to meet other fierce and fab women for a laid back, fun environment to form true bonds over time.  We will spend our time getting to know each other at chic lounges, spas, movies, top 100 restaurants in the DMV, outdoor events, concerts, and many more....please feel free to join us, if this sounds like something you'd like to be a part of.....our …

Are you a member of the LGBTQ community who believes a person can be "Good without God"? Would you like to help build an LGBTQ community in Baltimore that values reason and compassion without regard to belief in the supernatural? We are the Baltimore Chapter of the LGBT Humanist Council (http://lgbthumanists.org/), a project of the American Humanist Association.  The LGBTQ Humanist Council of Baltimore is a forum for LGBTQ humanists from around the region to exchange ideas on local organizing, f …

Awakened Heart is an inclusive, New Thought community, a home of celebration and haven of healing and personal growth to all seekers of something more... more meaning, more Love, more Joy, more Well-Being, and more Abundance. We are rooted in Science of Mind teachings, and our community is built by people who are changing their lives by changing their thinking. It is our intention that everyone who is touched by the vibration of Awakened Heart is encouraged to cultivate an ever-expanding heart o …

Are you experiencing stress or confusion about anything in your life? Then it may be helpful to take a closer look at the thoughts you are believing. I have found that when I believe my thoughts, I suffer, but when I question them, I don’t suffer. And I’ve come to see that this is true for every human being. -Byron Katie The Work of Byron Katie is a way to clear the mind and end confusion. With The Work we identify stressful thoughts, question them through inquiry, and move from confusion to und …

What: This is a *free, open ongoing mindfulness meditation group for both beginners and experienced practitioners. *The class is free for all participants. Donations are gratefully accepted, but are in no way required our sought. While the forms of meditation we practice are rooted in Buddhist teachings, the study and practice of mindfulness and insight meditation is applicable to anyone from any background or religion, and all are welcome. Each class will include: guided meditation, instruction …

The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtracting in Maum Meditation the Un …

We believe in raising our kids to be ethical and caring freethinkers and to teach them values of reason and compassion. We welcome families of humanists, atheists, freethinkers, skeptics. We recommend Dale McGowan's "Parenting Beyond Belief" (http://parentingbeyondbelief.com/).

The concept behind this Meetup is not a new one; artists have always collaborated with one another to stoke their creative fires by reacting artistically to each others work. In this case, the idea is for each artist to bring a sketchbook, begin a drawing, then have that sketchbook rotated through everyone else at the table, allowing the other artists to add to, and finish the drawing. You don't have to be a good artist to participate; the end result will be interesting no matter what, and even …

This is a group for all free thinkers in Howard County (and nearby areas) who would like to get together to discuss various social and political issues which impact free people, free markets, and free society. While the group will likely lean toward libertarianism, it is open to all people who are simply looking for free thinking fellowship. When opinions or positions differ among participants, we'll strive for a respectful and articulate dialectic to achieve common ground.

People Watching Bingo™ takes sitting at the mall and exclaiming "WTF is that?" to a new level. This is a cooperative game designed as cheap entertainment and good conversation fodder. Want to know more? Check out the rules and see our sample Bingo Card. Visit us on Facebook! Copyright 2012 People Watching Bingo™

We're a group of local entrepreneurs looking to bring together other entrepreneurs around the area. Whether you're currently in a startup or just interested in entrepreneurship, this group is for you. There's no sense in going down the startup path alone, come meet some friends you can network and share your thoughts. We plan to meet monthly and will switch up the format each time. Some meetups will be simple networking one's, while others will feature guest speakers talking on topics relevant a …

This is meant to encourage people of color and people who enjoy meeting people of color who are of an open mind set to get together and meet, share thoughts and experiences, as well as learn from one another. This is in no way sexually based. However, the group it geared towards people who are open or interested in learning or involved in an open relationship.

We are a group of individuals who share a naturalistic worldview free of the supernatural and mystical. We believe in reason and science, wonder and community, compassion and respect. Please join us on Sunday 24 March 2013 at the Unitarian Universalist Church from 9AM-10:30 AM or 11AM-12:30 PM for our Vernal Equinox Celebration. We meet twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Monday at 333 Dubois Road from 7-9 PM for discussion, videos, and book discussion. In February we have our Freethought Film Fest …

Every Wednesday night at 7:30pm, a group of folks from our neighborhood (Riverside in south Baltimore), led by Pastor Jacob Simpson, gets together at Captain Larry's Bar and Grill (601 E Fort Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230) to discuss a wide variety of subjects pertaining to religion. Some of the topics are life after death, human sexuality and religion and war and religion. We do not stump for a pro-religious lifestyle, it is simply a community gathering where all are welcomed to share their opini …