… The most recent "official" description of "Humanism" can be found at: http://www.americanhumanist.org/who_we_are/about_humanism/Humanist_Manifesto_III from the American Humanist Association's website. (The Humanist Community in Silicon Valley is a member chapter of the American Humanist Association.) A very simple description of Humanism is a desire to, without supernaturalism, enhance compassion, fairness, happiness, rationality, and science throughout the world. The Forum is held ev …

We have been meeting monthly in Foster City since 09/2007 and would like to increase the number of people at our monthly discussions. We are a Charter Chapter of the American Humanist Association and each month discuss a book, article or other reading related to humanism, skepticism, free thought, etc. We are also looking to take action through the AHA action website or other local related groups. If you are a free thinker, skeptic, humanist, atheist, agnostic, etc. This is the group for you.

Interested in human rights and social justice? Unsure as to the direction of our political, social and economic institutions? And are you looking for fellow humans to meet and encourage learning and help inspire change? In this book club, we will encourage each other to learn more, discuss ideas, challenge each other and teach each other. Together we will explore nonfiction, memoir and fiction books that we collectively choose. We may also follow up our book club meeting with a tea or a beer dow …

NORCAL COACHING COMMUNITY   This group exists to provide a forum where coaches, mentors, and advisors can connect, grow, and succeed. We are a group of professionals committed to excellence in executive and business coaching, life and career coaching, or professions that include elements of mentoring and advising. These are our values: 1) CONNECT -- Our environment is one of fun and camaraderie. While we take our professionalism very seriously, we also believe in the sanctity of enjoying life …

Let's face it, dating is different in Silicon Valley. There seems to be an over-abundance of men in Silicon Valley which has caused many to lovingly refer to it as "Man Jose". No doubt about it, successfully navigating the dating scene can be extremely difficult. I can teach you how to over come your body image issues, how to flirt effectively with potential partners, ways of approaching a person with confidence, and how to keep them coming back for more! As the founder of Catherine Coaches iI a …

[FYI: this group is not run by Dr. Michael Brown. In fact, he has nothing to do with it nor indorses it or even knows of its existence as of this writing]   In his book, "A Queer Thing Happened to America" (offered on Amazon), Dr. Michael Brown takes a factual look at the history and impact of the Homosexual Agenda. Could it be that like Feminism today, what might have started out as a good thing, a right not to be abused and to be treated humanly, has gone too far? Is it out of control? Ca …

Do you wonder why others are in satisfying loving relationships and you are not? Do you wonder what you're "doing wrong"? Are you confused about what “Intimacy” actually means? (No, it doesn't mean “sex.”) Are you frustrated with one-night stands or platonic dates? Are you ready to create the relationship of your heart’s desire? You deserve it! This Meetup group is dedicated to teaching you the very necessary skills of Intimacy that you need to create deep, long-lasting relationship(s). The end …

The Center for Inquiry is a transnational organziation whose purpose is to promote and defend reason, science, and freedom of inquiry in all areas of human endeavor. It encourages evidence-based inquiry into science, pseudoscience, medicine and health, religion, ethics, secularism, and society. The San Francisco Center for Inquiry engages the local community in support of those aims by sponsoring events and providing outreach. Our website is http://centerforinquiry.net/sf Events that may be of i …

… 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, …

Welcome to Maum Meditation!   The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtract …

Welcome to Maum Meditation! The ultimate freedom is to have a completely clear and free mind. The human mind is always changing and is always trying to add more desirable experiences. There is no end to this addition. The way to find peace and clarity is to know the real world, the True world, by subtracting the past that has been recorded and stored within the body and mind as pictures. There is nothing more valuable than one's mind. It shapes the entire world that one knows. Through subtractin …

We live in a very promising time. It is also a very challenging time. At least that’s how it looks like to us humans. It’s a time when the human spirit is triumphing and books are being rewritten. Love, sharing & the healing of our fellow man is becoming what is normal. The other side of this coin is a reality full of people who are hurting - who are hurting other people who are hurting. It is causing a great disturbance that is rooted in the spiritual and that manifests physically as …

HumVeganity events are open to folks of all persuasions - omnivores, vegetarians and vegans. Some say HUMANity, we say VEGANity. What's the difference? Veganity is the vegan way of being human. It's not for all creatures - and perhaps not for all humans. But for those who embrace its delicious healthful bounty – through a variety of reasons including, health, morality, spirituality, environmental impact, animal welfare and animal rights – there are limitless benefits. Join us for delicious d …

Chanoch Ben Yaacov, a Teacher of Kabbalah is coming to the East Bay. He will be teaching Wednesday Evenings, Wednesday Noon, and Thursday Evenings, expressing an answer to the age old question Why am i living on this earth at this moment? and What am i here to do? and also that old standby "How can i be happier than i am?" The class assumes no background in Kabbalah or Judaism and will progress quickly to information that allows you to use this knowledge in your daily life for the purpose of be …

We live in a very promising time. It is also a very challenging time. At least that’s how it looks like to us humans. It’s a time when the human spirit is triumphing and books are being rewritten. Love, sharing & the healing of our fellow man is becoming what is normal. The other side of this coin is a reality full of people who are hurting - who are hurting other people who are hurting. It is causing a great disturbance that is rooted in the spiritual and that manifests physically as …

Chanoch Ben Yaacov, a Teacher of Kabbalah is coming to San Jose. He will be teaching Sunday Evenings, Monday Noon, and Monday Evenings, expressing an answer to the age old question Why am i living on this earth at this moment? and What am i here to do? and also that old standby "How can i be happier than i am?" The class assumes no background in Kabbalah or Judaism and will progress quickly to information that allows you to use this knowledge in your daily life for the purpose of becoming a hap …