This is a group for people of different faiths or no faith at all who like to ask questions and enjoy courteous and vigorous discussion about life in a casual setting. Each meeting will take place at a local cafe, last one hour, and feature one question big enough to inspire wonder but practical enough to help us examine our lives. Our goal is to provide questions that help us examine views different from our own with civility and empathy. No background in philosophy is required to join.

Freethinkers are those that have the courage to question commonly held beliefs. Whether you call yourself a believer, non-believer, atheist, agnostic, philosopher, scientist, artist, seeker, or scholar you are welcome to join us. We hold monthly talks on a variety of topics including philosophy, belief, religion, history, science, psychology, literature, culture, the arts, and personal relationships. In addition, we participate in activities together such as hikes, movie nights, lectures, sci …

… Anyone with even a remote interest in Science, Religion, Philosophy, Spirituality, Consciousness or other such topics would benefit by joining our group.

A forum for philosophers, lovers of knowledge, critical thinkers, rhetoricians, truth seekers and otherwise who love to discuss, debate and engage in dialogue and discourse. Others don't know what you know - so be patient. You don't know what others know - so be humble.

The Honorable Order of American Co-Masonry is a fraternity including men and women of every race, nationality and religion. Wishing to do away with all cause for division and strife, it continually seeks the means which to help all human beings to unite and work together for the perfection of Humanity. This discussion group meets monthly to discuss subjects important to humanity. From philosophy and religion to science, history and politics, this group ponders any subject which helps us to bett …

Mikkyo Zen Institute is a disciplinary focused educational institute which teaches techniques to resolve one’s life issues. Programs are based on Mikkyo Philosophy, a philosophy which was established thousands of years ago. Presently, we are the only institute in the US that emphasizes a non-religious approach. With a hands on approach and through his spiritual uniqueness, Master Eimei Kawakami,  has been practicing and facilitating for over 47 years the techniques in the resolution of one’s lif …

… While I don't agree with everything Chris Langan's CTMU paper says, there are some basic concepts of philosophy  that we agree on and most people do not agree with. The "global telepathy network" will be an implementation of "telic feedback" powered by the patterns of electricity in our brains interacting with metaphysical things in a quantum/multiverse way, viewing the universe as a set of possible states it could be in and doing wave-interference between such states of the universe. Read Chris …

… The second philosophy is "create caring relationships with others." "To get the most out of any networking experience, people need to build a relationship with those who they trust and want to stay in contact with. Not everyone will send you referrals, but if you place value on the friendship, you can still get something out of group. If interested people join the group and practice these two philosophies, then they have established sincere value in the relationships formed, even if they do not …

… We can explore religion, philosophy, psychology, God, love, peace, joy, happiness, humility, wisdom, and whatever else comes to mind. Also, when a true spiritual Master organizes a satsang or meditation in the Bay Area, we will do our best to announce it to our members. Each person is drawn to different energies, personalities, teachers, and practices, so we will do our best to present a wide variety of events.  You are welcome to join this group if you: --want to make spiritual friends --know t …

This group is a safe venue for parents and children who embrace a Unitarian Universalist philosophy to connect. The group was formed by parents in the First Unitarian Church of San Jose (http://sanjoseuu.org) who wanted an easy way to get to know like-minded parents. The philosophy of the church, and the Unitarians of this group, is love. Parents belonging to this group have many different lifestyles and beliefs, but we are united in our commitment to acceptance of each other and our children. Y …

Welcome to San Francisco I Liq Chuan practice group. The training is intended for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the sounds around you, your breathing, yo …

Welcome to San Jose I Liq Chuan practice group. The training is intended for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the sounds around you, your breathing, your v …

This is a group of those interested in the Latin language - i.e. the Language spoken in the Roman empire and the great poets Cicero, Virgil, Ovid and Lucretius. The idea is to meet, read in Latin and experience this great language.

… This Circle does not have a philosophy, an agenda, an ulterior motive, or a specific world view. It is a place that is defined by its members. It is simply a place where men can get together to talk about the meaty parts of life, and leave the small talk at home. The magic of the circle invites us in, sometimes because we need it, other times because someone else needs us. Either way, it is wise to gather TOGETHER. Slowing down to be heard and seen, slowing down to hear and see others. Being …

… A cuasal focus: 1) This group IS for scientists and those interested in physical causality – those interested in thinking like scientists.  2) This group IS NOT intended for those motivated by an interest in self help, metaphysics, personal transformation, transhumanism, spirituality, transcendence, life extension, philosophy, conspiracy, collective intelligence, revolutionary politics, pre-destination, right living, vegetarianism, brain waves therapy, life energy, indigo children, meditation, …

Meet with others interested in the life and ideas of Bertrand Russell. Those interested, can checkout the website of the Bertrand Russell Society at http://users.drew.edu/~jlenz/brs.html for information on Russell and the Society.