Just a few people who like to informally read philosophy and talk about philosophy and drink beer. Those up for a short philsophical readings and a good-natured bi-weekly happy hour discussion should join us!

The Greater Philadelphia Thinking Society is a Meetup group that brings together a variety of people for stimulating and civically minded conversations. Meetups include a reoccurring Sunday morning discussion where members join in a relaxing setting to meet thoughtful people who are willing to discuss a variety of topics suggested by our members including: current events, science, technology, nature, design, philosophy, politics, religion, business, culture, literature and art. We also host soci …

This is a multi-topic, weekly dinner discussion group. You bring food just for yourself (always ok) or coordinate food with others in the group. (You may remember me as the original organizer of the long-running Saturday Hodgepodge meetup, which is as awesome as ever, and you should check it out too.) Questions, comments?! Yes, please! Use the "Contact us" button on the left. Scroll down for more details below the xkcd comic. VALUES Be sensitive and kind Be concise. Listen more than you talk A …

This is a group for studying Jane Loevinger's ego development theory. We'll get our hands on the material below, we'll work through it a little bit at a time, wrestle with it, and maybe we'll do something interesting with it. And we'll collect people as we go along, get to know each other, and talk about lots of random, interesting stuff along the way. Lots of you will find this through Ken Wilber's writing, Spiral Dynamics, etc., and lots of you will have some sort of spiritual practice. But, n …

Spiritual Philadelphia organized by DJ Verbena Spiritual Philadelphia is a recreation club and social network for spiritual adults that embrace the conscious path of living life to the fullest. This dynamic group comes with a wide and diverse set of spiritual backgrounds, such as metaphysics, new age, old age, meditation, philosophy, law of attraction, course in miracles, yoga, and many others. The purpose of this group is to come together to connect and have fun. This could include games, sport …

A Social Club Exclusively For Toy & Small Breed Dogs Le Petit Chien ... the small dog! was created in 2007  to provide our tiny companions a Friendly Place to Socialize with other Dogs their Own Size.  Our club WELCOMES ALL Toy and Small Breed Dogs including Mixed Breed Dogs.  We  just ask that your dog's adult weight does not exceed 20 lbs to participate in our events. We Also Offer Social Events JUST FOR CHIHUAHUAS! Paw Scouts Dog Training Classes Organized Trail Waggers Dog Walks Our FRE …

Take Back The Nation The Country is divided on almost every major issue from gun control to healthcare, to the ever increasing debt we keep racking up. Much of this division stems from the two party system that dominates the political landscape. It is almost to the point now where to vote for one philosophy you want implemented you have to accept ten you don’t. The point of this group is to provide a forum where we can discuss and debate our ideas and concepts regardless of what party you vote …

Change Your Thinking! Change Your Life! If you are looking for the keys to a richer way of living, then meet with us. Allow us to share with you what we have found. We are a metaphysical church teaching the Science of Mind philosophy. This philosophy is the culmination of all revelations and integrates Eastern and Western spiritual teachings in a practical way.

Welcome to Harry's Happy Hikers!! Name sound familiar? We are members of the Ridley Creek Hikers Meetup and will have the same philosophy as the group did prior to the most recent leadership change. We are a diverse group of hikers who enjoy being outside, hiking with others and getting some exercise in at the same time. Many of our hikes are in Ridley Creek State Park, Valley Forge National Park, John Heinz Wildlife Refuge, other parts of Delaware, Chester and Montgomery counties and in Delawar …

This is a group for individuals in their 20s and 30s who are interested in casually discussing science/tech news and ideas over coffee/tea/hot chocolate in Center City. We can also discuss relevant books/movies, and can take trips to science museums, such as The Franklin Institute and the Mutter Museum.

Learn and practice Himalayan Kundalini Kriya Yoga and Self Healing techniques!!! This group is formed to welcome everyone who is interested in group meditation or learning meditation and self healing techniques. Only way to achieve earth peace is through self peace. The science of Kriya Yoga is the crème de la crème of meditation practices. It is comprehensive and dynamic, facilitating development and healing on the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels, bringing about ease, order, …

Agnostics Anonymous exists to promote an open and friendly environment for frank and respectful dialogue on questions regarding, among other things, human knowledge, faith and life's purpose. AgAnon strives to be a place where an honest and thoughtful exchange occurs among a gathering of friends who are committed to authentic inquiry. Dogmatic skeptics, absolute relativists and wily cynics are always welcome.

Liberty on the Rocks is a network set up by and for libertarian advocates in the U.S. and other parts of the world. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, LOTR helps to unite, educate and inspire liberty enthusiasts to further the philosophy of freedom while building their network and gaining vital information. Local networks are set up with the help of the national organization to meet for monthly happy hours, educational events and other social outings that help unite and activate.

We are a new group looking to gather some new friends and have some fun with wine tasting trips, dinners at BYOBs, get togethers sharing our favorite wines and other events, such as classes and wine festivals. We are hoping to be able to host at least one fun event every month and more as long as there is interest. Some of our philosophies in this group: - Good wine is wine that you like, not wine with a high price tag. - Everybody can learn more about wine. - You can never have too many friends …

Explore and develop the core essentials of life: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social. Meditation, emotional intelligence, stress management, movement. A unique approach to integration in a fun, social environment. Non-denominational meditations every other Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30. Open discussion classes varying from quantum physics to integrative body work, quality of life, and healing arts on other Wednesdays. Deepen awareness of yourself in relationship to your family, …

Respectful conversation, not debate, about the relationship between faith and reason. This is not a theist/atheist debate group but rather a group for those interested in how faith and reason converge. Only those willing to listen to the ideas and perspectives of others with respect are invited to join. We will meet monthly at Abington Art Center and walk while we talk about these topics. You will not be talking to more than one or two people at a time so that each person has a chance to have an …

This is a Meetup specifically so people may know where to find local Oneness Meditation Events. The Oneness Meditation is a unique and profound process of spiritual awakening, a divine benediction that everyone in the presence of the Oneness Meditator effortlessly receives. This divine energy liberates the receiver from the conflicted mind, allowing experience of each moment fully, just as it is. A receiver may experience inner silence, spontaneous laughter, tears, anything. The Oneness Medita …

METAPHYSICS: form of philosophy that investigates the nature of Reality, Existence, and Being-ness. We attempt to understand the all-inclusive fundamental nature of all reality, whether visible or invisible, whether divine or human or anything else!

Learn Taoist Qi Gong (Chi Kung), meditation techniques and other Taoist Arts with others who are interested in healing themselves, integrating body and mind, removing obstacles to the expression of unique self, and cultivating their capacity for love, harmony, patience, balance, and integrity. I will be offering Qi Gong courses and group meditations around these themes and integrating teachings from the Tao Te Ching as well as Chinese Medicine theory as we go along.  I strongly encourage others …

Join us as we sample different varieties of that wonder beverage, tea! We visit tea rooms and tea bars in the greater Philadelphia, PA area. Whether you prefer drinking Camellia sinensis in a Victorian drawing room, a spartan chashitsu, or a crowded subway, we hope to see you soon.  (Please note that this group is not affiliated with any political philosophy.)

As parents, we want what is best for our children. We ensure they wear their seat belts, we read to them, make sure they brush their teeth, look both ways before crossing and stay away from danger. When it comes to children and food, somehow we don’t know what is the best thing to do. Children seem finicky and only want to eat cheese, pasta, pizza, chicken fingers or milk and cookies. They don't like vegetables and it seems like they are in charge. At the same time, we notice that they are freq …

This is a group for anyone interested in exposing themselves to the ideas of Rudolf Steiner. All levels of experience are welcome and encouraged!

A meetup where: We can read all of those math non text-books we've had on our shelves we've been meaning to read but haven't had time. We can go on math field trips. We can attend lectures. We can make new math friends.

Are you looking to connect to your destiny and life path or find more meaning, abundance, happiness and balance in your life? Did you know that as women, our feminine essence is our greatest source of power to manifest our destiny and all that we want in life; including a successful career, passionate relationships, beauty and good health? In this meet-up, we will incorporate Eastern and Western methods and take an integral approach to reconnecting to our feminine essence and passion for life a …

Philadelphia is one of the world's greatest cities. It was in our city that the Constitution was framed, leaders stepped up, and our great nation was born. However, our city is in a state of emergency with rising debt, falling employment, public safety issues, and a municipal government entrenched with patronage, nepotism, back room politics and malaise. This group is founded on the belief that good citizens can come together; regardless of political party, religion, race, sex, sexual orientati …

A group for people interested in learning more about how to achieve optimal health using a natural, holistic, integrative approach. We'll explore the philosophy of naturopathic medicine and how to use specific therapies like nutrition, herbs, homeopathy and hydrotherapy. With monthly lectures / discussion groups on a variety of topics, including raising healthy kids, eating right, using herbs and homeopathy. Together we'll empower and educate ourselves to illuminate health from within!