"It seems to me what is called for is an exquisite balance between two conflicting needs: the most skeptical scrutiny of all hypotheses that are served up to us and at the same time a great openness to new ideas." -Carl Sagan We are a collection of open minded thinkers interested in ideas about truth and existence. We are interested in examining the human experience through science, religion, philosophy, and story telling to address the big questions in life. We respect all points of view and …

Looking for people interested in programming, engineering, fabrication, makerism, science fiction, posthumanism, philosophy of technology, prognostication, etc., etc. in the Southern Berkshires area (Great Barrington, Lenox, Lee, Pittsfield, etc.) Ideally it would be nice to find people interested in organizing and financing a hackerspace in or near Great Barrington. I have my eye on a great location! If we had a hackerspace then we could look into pooling our money to purchase a Replicator 2! B …

Are you missing a type of interaction in your life that you can’t place your finger on? Do you wish conversations in your life could be deeper at times? Are you looking for others with a similar desire to engage in philosophical discourse? Would you like a low-pressure opportunity to socialize and meet people who value expansion of the mind and self through dialogue, as you do? Are you a “thinker” who wouldn’t mind being a fly on the wall during a gathering of inquisitive people? “Socrates Cafe …

We started this study group to meet the needs of people whose interest is deepening their spiritual awareness and personal enrichment. There is a growing community of people looking for uplifting and empowering spiritual teachings outside the confines of a "traditional church". Our intention is to provide a space open to all, free of judgment, where people can gain a better understanding of their own spiritual nature and use the power that is within them to enhance any area of their life. Scienc …

Looking for individuals at all levels of practice to meet weekly to support and help each other grow in our practice. Study, Buddhist texts, Meditation practices etc...

If you're a homeschooling parent living close to Waterbury who is looking for fellow homeschoolers to connect with then this is the group for you! This is a place where homeschooling parents from Western CT can connect with each other, socialize, make friends, set up events & playdates, ask questions, share ideas, explore resources, network together and have fun! We are a group that welcomes all philosophies on homeschooling. If this sounds like something you're looking for then apply today a …

Greetings! KEPRI is dedicated to research and preservation of New England's stone chambers. For decades these ancient buildings have baffled historians on their origin, defying conventional anthropological belief. Though many theories have been formulated, ranging from Colonial root cellars to ancient Celtic monuments, little has been done to actually uncover the truth. This being the case, these archaeological enigmas have been passed off as nothing more than root cellars built by farmers and a …

The Referral Makers BNI Chapter is made up of the top business professionals from the Greater Saugerties area. We are committed to helping each member significantly increase their sales revenue through a structured and positive referral marketing system. BNI is the largest and most successful referral organization in the world. BNI Hudson Valley members passed over $30M worth of business to each other in 2011. Our chapter is looking for quality business professionals who have a giving mentality …

We seek to offer space for the community to learn about social issues affecting us locally and globally. We aim to raise awareness against oppression and inequality, to unite and become mindfully active in the struggle for social justice. The “Holyoke Socialists" are a branch of the International Socialist Organization (ISO) in Western, Ma.

Citizens of Nova Roma and others with an interest in the culture and history of Ancient Rome can use this group to share information about Roman events already happening in or near Connecticut, as well as to plan our own events.

Hail and well met, seeker of Faires! For many medieval-fantasy enthusiasts, a visit to a renaissance faire is the result of a convergence of an interest in history and mythology, a personal creative spark, and the drive to bring the vision of the imagination to life. But the faire season seems to flash by, and we find ourselves anxiously awaiting the bud of spring green to herald in the next adventuring season for our inner hero/heroine. But the adventure need not fade with the fall of the las …

Come join other enthusiastic computer programmers in the Hudson Valley. Members of this group should be interested in data structures, algorithms, and writing clever, powerful programs in a variety of languages. There will be a focus during the meetings about writing correct code that fits the philosophy of the language and paradigm it is written in. Some meetings will be spent going over old programming problems (perhaps from ACM or ICFP or TopCoder) and devising the best solution that we kno …

The purpose of the Center is to promote the teachings and meditation practices of the Kagyü and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. The Center hosts open meetings every Wednesday 7-9 PM at the Bedford Presbyterian Church, 44 Village Green, Bedford, NY for meditation instruction and practice, dharma talk, tea and cookies social. The meeting is open to anyone interested in Buddhist thought and practices. There is no fee for these meetings but donations are accepted. The organizers and main teach …

They used to say that "it takes a village" to raise a child. Yet in our current society, where do we find this village? My husband and I want to create a support network of friends in the area, particularly ones who understand the trials and tribulations of parenthood, without the judgments. This group is a warm, open, inviting place for parents of all shapes, sizes, affiliations, and philosophies--a community for those who know that we are trying to do the best for our kids, even if we do it di …

It's all about fun and improving your health and well-being at the same time! Laughter IS truly the best medicine. There are many documented health benefits of laughing. Come and laugh with others who love to laugh! Our goal is to make everyone comfortable in a non-threatening environment. Want to reduce stress and feel good? We will use a variety of interactive games designed to stimulate group laughter. And we may just laugh for what may start out as no real reason--but will quickly become rea …

Meet like-minded people interested in meditation near you! Learn how to meditate or deepen your current meditation practice. A trademark of the meditations we emphasize is the ease in which they can be used both “on the cushion” and in our daily lives. Each meeting will include practical meditation, and a talk on how to reduce stress and other problems encountered in daily life and how to increase mental and physical well-being. There will also be plenty of time to discuss the ideas presented. A …

Buddhism is a life long education to learn how to realize our human potential by transforming suffering into peace, joy and liberation. Looking for a community? Come and Join at the Mansfield Freeman Center for East Asian Studies 343 Washington Terrace Wesleyan University Middletown, Connecticut Most Sundays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Buddhist Faith Fellowship (BFF) is a visionary and deeply spiritual lay Buddhist community in Central Connecticut, established in the spring of 2001. We are …

Come and join us. Discover liberation from craving and addiction. Most Mondays 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Church of the Holy Trinity 381 Main Street, Middletown WE WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME YOU to our 12 Step Buddhist Group, a non- sectarian chapter  of the Buddhist Faith Fellowship of Connecticut. We are a community focused on recovery. We use both the buddhist version of the 12 Steps and the Buddha's Eightfold path to h …

Welcome to the 'Light Seeekers On a Spiritual Path'Group! The purpose of this group is to meet each month, usually the 2nd and 4th Sundays, to study and discuss different Spiritual Systems, and find out more about different Spiritual Paths, Spiritual Thought and Spiritual Philosophy. We will concerns ourselves with Spirituality, Enlightenment Consciousness, Awakening and Healing on the Spiritual Level. We will honor diversity and acknowledge the validity of all systems when they are practiced w …

Welcome! This group is a place where members can discuss their spiritual practices, experiences, interests and philosophies, such as meditation, yoga, the path to enlightenment, A Course in Miracles, Eckhart Tolle, Law of Attraction, Abraham-Hicks, Conversations with God, Power vs Force, Byron Katie and The Work, The Urantia Book, mystical Christianity, The Kabbalah, Buddhism, Hinduism, Kashmir Shaivism, Deepak Chopra, metaphysical levels of reality, life after death, divine energy, utilizing vi …

Meet like-minded people interested in meditation near you! Learn how to meditate or deepen your current meditation practice. A trademark of the meditations we emphasize is the ease in which they can be used both “on the cushion” and in our daily lives. Each meeting will include practical meditation, and a talk on how to reduce stress and other problems encountered in daily life and how to increase mental and physical well-being. There will also be plenty of time to discuss the ideas presented. A …

Kagyu Chögyi Gyaltsen (KCG) is a Tibetan Buddhist center located just outside of Albany, New York serving the Capital District. We engage in Tibetan Buddhist group meditation and study with a special emphasis on the Karma Kagyu and Shangpa lineages of Buddhism. Meditation instruction is offered free of charge. More information at our website: www.kcgsangha.org

Mother Dharma A Buddhist Gathering for Mothers and Babies A unique opportunity for women to begin or continue their meditative practice and Buddhist studies in an informal community setting during early motherhood. “The heart of reality is a dirty diaper.” Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche This is the true spirit of a Shin life. We use everyday activities as a springboard to sanity. It is our hope that you will join us in an effort to nourish the spiritual foundation of a happy, healthy family. We meet t …

The word Gnosis is a Greek word meaning ultimate knowledge, obtained by direct inner experience. Gnosis is the perennial philosophy that enlightened Jesus, Mohammed, Krishna, Buddha, Hermes, Pythagoras, Moses, Socrates, Orpheus, Quetzalcoatl, etc. Gnosis is the path of self realization through experience. With the awakening of higher consciousness, we can obtain direct experience of our inner Truth. We study and practice many subjects such as: Meditation, Gnostic Psychology, Dream Yoga, Subtle A …

Hi Folks, In this study group and experiential workshop, we'll study and practice applying the principles of A Course in Miracles to our lives.  A Course in Miracles, referred to by Marianne Williamson as "a self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy" truly is the "Secret Behind 'The Secret'". Learn how to manifest your birth-right of Abundance and happiness in ALL aspects of your life including your relationships, marriage & family, career, finances, and most profoundly -- your Inner Peace …

Come and be part of our ever-growing spiritual community as we celebrate our oneness with a community of like minded people. Interfaith is not a religion, rather it is a spiritual philosophy that honors and values all faith paths with the belief that there are many pathways to the Divine. The Interfaith Sanctuary is a is a non-profit spiritual organization. Our mission is to provide spiritual and practical services that serve the local and global community. Check us out at http://theinterfaithsa …

Welcome to Divine Harmony Spiritualist Church! We are an independent Spiritualist Church Serving New York State's Capital Region & Adirondacks. Spiritualism is a religion of personal responsibility for the creation of our lives, combined with the belief that life continues after we shed our physical form and pass to the Higher Side of Spirit. We support and encourage spiritual growth of individuals through the presentation of the Science, Philosophy and Religion of Spiritualism by offering heali …

We are a league of citizens from various ideological backgrounds. Some of us identify as conservatives, some as liberal, and some of us cannot relate to any of these labels. Some of us are comfortable with society’s labels like heterosexual, homosexual, transgender, masculine, or feminine; some of us reject them altogether. What unites us is our outrage over how our voices are being drowned out by the noise of hypes-partisanship. We intend to resist our disempowerment by using the same tools tha …