The Ohio Objectivist Society (OOS) is open to anyone interested in Ayn Rand and her philosophy of Objectivism. The goals of this group are to provide a friendly and thoughtful environment for rational individuals to discuss Ayn Rand, Objectivist thought, current events, and more. Individuals from all backgrounds and knowledge levels are welcome to join (it is not necessary to have read Ayn Rand's books to have a rational, active mind). Please navigate to the About page (http://aynrand.meetup.c …

This is a community for atheists and agnostics in the Erie area. Come and hang out with fellow non-believers. We discuss religion, philosophy, science, family, life, relationships, ethics, the weather, etc...

As the name suggests, this group will serve as a forum for discussing political and economic philosophy. The intention is foster civil debate about the nature of government, individual liberty, and socio-economic ethics in worldwide political discourse. The meet-ups will be comprised of two types : social and intellectual meet-ups. The social meet-ups  will consist of casual  discussion (usually breaking off into separate sub-discussions) of non-specific topics. Intellectual meet-ups will consis …

Socrates thought that understanding the perspectives of others made him a more excellent human being. In this spirit, the purpose of the Socrates Café is not to persuade others to our point of view, but to deepen our understanding of the views of everyone who participates. Please join us at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month for the next Socrates Café and another ninety minutes of philosophical exploration.

Greetings, and Welcome to the Akron area Death Cafe! Death Cafes may sound a bit morbid, but sometimes in can be helpful and good to reflect and discuss death and its related topics in a safe, open, and friendly environment over delicious food, tea, and coffee! The objective of Death Cafe is "To increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives". These are the guiding principles of Death Cafes: - We are not for profit basis (though to be sustainable …

Explore Pittsburgh's Restaurants & Make New Friends! If you love trying new restaurants, making new friends, and exploring Pittsburgh; this is the Meetup for you! We're a mix of singles and couples of all ages. Everyone (21 and over) is welcome. Our events are mainly focused around food, but this is not just a dining group; we offer many diversions for your Meetup pleasure. Typical events might be:  Dinners, Happy Hours, Wine Tastings, Pub Crawls, Brunches, Hikes, Concerts, Movies n' at. *If you …

CFINO Annual Human/Pet Drive CFINO's third annual Human/Pet Drive was a big success, all items were delivered in January. Thank you for your support! CFI Communities are groups of freethinkers, rationalists, skeptics, humanists, atheists, and agnostics who come together for many reasons. First and foremost, CFI Communities offer support, educational programming, and social activities for nonreligious and skeptical people. (Religious people are welcome, too, of course.) more at: http://www.ce …

Looking for a "reason based" community?  Sick of the sad state of science education and the gullibility of the average person? Since 2008 our members have been making friends, learning, challenging and being challenged with people who like to examine commonly held ideas and beliefs with a scientific eye. Take a break from those who forward dubious alarmist emails or buy into the latest panacea, religious idea, scam or utopian vision based on "truthiness" alone. Hang out for a laugh, write an act …

The purpose of the Ron Paul Campaign for Liberty Meet-up is to facilitate grassroots campaign organizing for Candidates local, state or national who meet the high standards of Ron Paul's platform, further to educate and recruit members for projects geared towards Restoring Our Republic. We welcome all freedom loving American patriots willing to roll up their sleeves and get busy with the work at hand. Check out the Philosophy of Liberty: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muHg86Mys7I http://w …

Rosicrucian philosophy. The official Rosicrucian group of the greater Cleveland Ohio region.  Subjects of study include the metaphysical origin of Man, psychic phenomena, existence, death (transition), wisdom of the ancient and modern philosophers, hidden (occult) knowledge, and the questions that search for our meaning. Esoteric discussion for members and non-members. Members of other esoteric organizations are welcome! The AMORC Rosicrucian faternity is growing again in Northern Ohio. Discover …

As human beings, living in this so-called free and secular nation, we have the ability and the right to question, examine and dissect all things religious, all things political, all things philosophical, all things cultural, even all things scientific. Any attempts to silence freethought will only make us think louder!

Are you looking to improve your Human Interaction and Public Speaking skills? Inspired by teachings and principles taught by Dale Carnegie, the purpose of this group is to give a platform to individuals in NorthEast Ohio to practice regular speeches and share new ideas and resources with a group of similar minded individuals. Whether you are scared to death of public speaking and human interaction or a seasoned professional, you are welcome to this group! This group is built on the philosophy th …

Eastern Ohio Freethinkers We have formed this group as a result of several years of monthly traveling to Akron, Cleveland and Mansfield to meet with fellow freethinkers and humanists. We know there are people in the Tuscarawas valley with a rationalist outlook. We know those people would welcome a chance to get together with friends to discuss the events of today. We know that even in todays internet society there is a huge need for friendships and casual conversations face to face. Since the t …

Meet other locals who are interested in the nutritional benefits of eating whole foods. We will share knowledge and discuss the impact and benefits of: unpolished grains; organically garden-grown fruits and vegetables; unprocessed and locally grown meat, poultry, and fish; nutrient-dense nuts, seeds, and sprouts; and non-homogenized milk. We are individuals that understand the benefits of food that offers a complete balance in nutritional value while in its most natural state. We prefer t …

Group to promote walking and running for fitness and a better quality of life. Founded on the foundation of 'For Runners, By Runners' philosophy. Runners are the best resources to assist others getting started in the sport. At the same time established runners generally learn more from other runners and the camaraderie of running with others is always enjoyable. We will be planning clinic's with some of our sponsors concerning various aspects of running and preparing yourself mentally and physic …

Black Sun Oasis of the Ordo Templi Orientis was chartered in the Valley of Akron, Ohio, and is now physically located in Cleveland, Ohio, and is one of the oldest OTO bodies in the Midwest. Black Sun Oasis is an initiating body of the O.T.O., being chartered to conduct the “Man of Earth” (0′ – III’) Degree initiations of the O.T.O. Additionally, Black Sun Oasis performs the Gnostic Catholic Church’s (EGC) Gnostic Mass regularly. Black sun also holds weekly meetings on a myriad of subjects from c …

Friends, we will be transitioning to a facebook group page, as we find that to be a much better way of communicating and keeping in touch.  This is a public link so even if you are not on facebook you can access it and see the upcoming meeting dates.  Please check out the new facebook page at: www.facebook.com/pittsburg.self.inquiry Please note that PSI is NOT a meeting for the debate of philosophical ideas.  The purpose of the meetings is individual self-inquiry, supported by the questioning …

Here all are welcome who value an intellectually stimulating interaction and opportunity to share the knowledge and wisdom you may already have and feel others deserve to know. Otherwise, are welcome to attend who desire to acquire new and inspiring insights to take your personal development to a new level. Do you feel that you have all the knowledge in the world? Do you feel like people can learn from each other? If you answered either yes or no to the above questions you may have something to …

Welcome to the Pittsburgh Center for Spiritual living! We may be what you are looking for! Discover your center in community honoring the Divine Essential Essence of life. Enhance your life with a renewed understanding of Timeless Wisdom, New Thought. We come together in community united in Universal Principles of life revealed throughout the ages in religions, science and philosophy. YES! Come join us on Sunday as we celebrate diversity, affirm unity and embrace community with great music, upli …

TenMinuteVirtues (TMV) is a way to gain clarification, presence of mind, direction and a sense of being... Human -Being. ? Do you have questions about your purpose in life? ? Have you ever wondered to yourself,  "Who Am I"? ? Have you ever found yourself lost within your own life? ? Do you have questions about your belief system, spirituality or religion? ? Seeking answers to these & many other questions about life and self? ~ ~ ~ TMV is the place to meet and greet others who are seeking ans …