Hip Mamas & Papas unite! Join us as we fight parenting-related IQ decline through stimulating conversation (if such a thing is possible while simultaneously preventing a toddler from eating playground bark). We are a laid-back, liberal, diverse group of moms and dads. We are well established and have been around for over 5 years.  Our group has been closed for a few years now, and we are looking forward to welcoming new members. The majority of our events are on weekdays and during the day. Our …

Welcome fellow Agnostics, Atheists, Humanists and other Freethinkers! This group will be a home for anyone in the Triangle area who doesn't practice a particular religion and might be looking for a friendly secular forum for discussion. We welcome Atheist, Agnostic, Humanist and open-minded Deist brothers and sisters who agree that reason, compassion and free will are more important than obedience to religious institutions or religious dogma as a foundation for a moral and ethical society.  A pr …

Had enough of astrologers, psychics, homeopaths, and spirit channelers? Yearning to talk with someone rational for awhile? Meetup with other local skeptics for some refreshing and sane conversation.

Ethical Culture is a humanistic, religious, and educational movement working to create a better world through ethical actions. We are dedicated to the ideal that the highest value is human worth and that our relationships to each other are of greatest ethical concern. Our commitment is to the worth and dignity of the individual and to treating each human being so as to bring out the best in him or her. Members join together in ethical societies to assist each other in developing ethical ideas …

Meet other local atheists, freethinkers and heathens. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends. We gladly welcome humanists, agnostics, or anyone else with a healthy dose of logic, skepticism, and critical thinking. We look forward to lively and diverse discussions. Whether you prefer socializing at a bar, meeting at a local restaurant, or planning events, you'll find a place where you fit in at the Greensboro Atheist Organization. We welcome all non-believers within the …

Meet other local atheists and freethinkers. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends.

Freethinkers, Agnostics, Atheists & Secularists of the Triangle (FAAST) is a social group made up of the non-religious residents of the Triangle region of North Carolina. The purpose is to help non-religious people create a part of their social lives that is free of religious pressure and proselytization, and a place where we can privately discuss aspects of our non-religious lives. Some of the meetups will likely have an irreligious purpose or subject, but many--if not most--will merely be re …

We are a satellite group of the United Coalition of Reason. We are comprised of Forsyth Area Critical Thinkers (FACT), Greensboro Atheist Organization (GAO), and UNCG Atheists, Agnostics & Skeptics. (UNCGAA&S). With the recent nationwide explosion of local nontheistic groups--be they humanist, freethought, atheist, secular, Ethical Culture, secular Jewish or otherwise skeptical--a challenge emerged to the fast-growing community of reason. In cities across the United States, many of the local gr …

Fort Bragg and Fayetteville Soldiers, spouses and any civilians are welcome. We are all shades of non-theism, be it: Atheist, Agnostics, Skeptics, Humanists, all are welcome and represented here. M*A*S*H is looking to build a core group of serious and active members, military or civilian, who wish to be a part of a meaningful community. We are Active Duty Soldiers, Army spouses, parents, retirees, from many backgrounds coming together for shared goals and friendship. Goals: 1) To serve the vast …

New group trying to bring more activities and community to Durham, NC based homeschoolers. We are inclusive of all faiths and homeschooling styles. Our community is secular in that all faiths are wellcome. Meet other local families taking responsibility for educating their childen by using resources in the home and community. Share tips, discuss problems, and pool ideas."

Wake Forest Homeschool Families is a secular group of homeschoolers wishing to be part of a network of families who make participation in the group a priority.  The group promotes a culture of respect, learning, communication, and social enrichment for our homeschool families. Group activities consist of but are not limited to community outreach, clubs, park days, field trips, and co-ops with the option of connecting with other homeschooling groups for large activities and events. This group is …

Welcome to Triangle Skeptics. Our mission is to promote critical thinking, scientific literacy and skepticism as tools for advancing knowledge and decision making. We are skeptical but not cynical. Our focus is on identifying good and bad examples of critical thinking, so that we can hone our own powers of observation, inquiry and deduction.  We discuss, critique and attack ideas, but not people or personalities.  Please be respectful of others and ideas different from your own. They might prese …

Evelyn and I decided to start this group because we think that our community deserves a social group that represents reason instead of dogma. This is a new group, so at first we will meet each other and become acquainted as we explore and discuss Skepticiam, Humanisn, Agnosticism, Pantheism, and other alternatives to mainstream belief systems. Our group will focus on treating people with respect and understanding based on the concept that such behavior is based in ethics and not on religious imp …

I started this group because I found that a mindful practice and mindful attitudes helped me with every aspect of my life. I am a licensed mental health provider (LPC) and am trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). There are already many fine groups offering meditation and spiritual exploration. This group is different as it is secular in nature and primarily focused on bringing the MBSR trainings into everyday life. Our focus is on formal practices such as meditation and yoga, inf …

A new secular mother's group based in downtown Durham. Our goal is to bring together Bull city atheist/agnostic/freethinking mothers & moms to be. Meetups will be based at local downtown playgrounds, libraries & coffee shops. Occasional trips to Jordan Lake with access to an environmental education center. Interests include gardening, outdoor activities, arts, music & more. There are many great groups here in the triangle but this one is for those of us close to downtown for easier access to m …

This group will support, foster, and nurture parents and children in Alamance County (and surrounding areas) who are not religious (agnostic, atheist, humanist, etc...). Our aim is to introduce free-thinkers to other free-thinkers, in the hopes their children will find comfort and support in having like-minded friends.  We encourage compassion, respect, kindness, and civility in all interactions and with persons of any and every background or affiliation.

Secular Buddhism is a new approach to Buddhism. Although there is no one definition, you can get a good idea of where it is going by looking at Rick Bateman's definition, the FAQ page from the Secular Buddhist Association website, and reading the works of Stephen Batchelor. Following are some of the features of Secular Buddhism I find most compelling: The secular approach to Buddhism means to explore the Buddha's teachings as they apply to life in the natural world without any magic overlays: no …

We are a non-profit, secular group of atheists, agnostics, skeptics, freethinkers, humanists, non theists, and non-believers - pick whichever label you like best. We are a chapter of the American Humanist Association (AHA) in Washington, DC, and follow their stated philosophy: A progressive philosophy of life, that without the supernatural beliefs, affirms our ability and responsibility to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of humanity. We started up in …

Feel out of place in both secular and Christian homeschool groups? The purpose of this group is to provide opportunities for conservative, traditional Christians to socialize with other like-minded homeschool families. The group will have weekly park days and may schedule other events. This is not a group for everyone and it will be kept intentionally small in the hopes of building long-term relationships between like-minded families. This group is not: A co-op A religious group, though founde …

Emergent Raleigh is committed to fostering open dialogue and relationships, through listening and learning from diverse voices. The topics of our meetings range from spirituality to politics to justice and beyond.

This group is a place for Black atheists, agnostics, humanists, freethinkers, skeptics and others to meet together and foster a community, support group, social network. This group will aim to create a secular fellowship dedicated to providing an informative, caring, festive and family friendly environment. We strive to connect with other Blacks (and allies) who are living free of religion and irrational beliefs who might otherwise be shunned by family and friends. Instead of accepting dogma, we …

A place for pagan parents to meet up and share ideas about homeschooling resources and techniques as well as meetups for homeschooled Pagan kids of all ages. We are eclectic and have tried many approaches to homeschooling as well as living an enriching pagan lifestyle. So please join us and give our kids a supportive community in which to be themselves and learn in a safe environment.

We are a group for atheists, agnostics, free-thinkers, and secularists who wish to join together for rational discussions, and socializing. Our goals are the advancement of science, logic and reason, separation of church and state, the overall advancement of secular ideas, and positive contribution to the community.

Interested in meeting other Catholic parents? Ever felt like the odd one out in secular and Protestant playgroups? Look no further! This is a group for Catholic moms and dads of kids of all ages, in Wake County and surrounding areas. Our activities will include picnics and grill outs in the park, playdates, Children's movie nights, Moms' nights, Dad's nights, visits to Marbles' Kids Museum, meeting up for Masses, and any other event where parents and their families can get together to enjoy each …