Hiking With Dogs is free and open to every dog-lover. This group is for anyone who wants to be outdoors in the company of dogs. Hikes will be setup in the Eastern part of CT.   Since the current leadership has no sense of direction, we often get lost, but that adds to the fun.  Consider yourselves warned! :-) I would like everyone to add at least one picture of themselves and/or their dog(s). Also please put your pup's name. Thanks!! Anyone who has sugestions of hikes that are in out of the way …

This group explores consciousness through the meditative practice of Light Channeling, related guided and silent meditation sessions, and regular sharing sessions. Our meetings are usually held on Sunday afternoons. There is no fee for any of our events, but donations of any kind are always gratefully accepted. Light Channeling is a simple technique, like a meditation, through which we bring in Light - the source of all creation and intelligence - and spread it to our surroundings and our world. …

This Meetup Group has "Evolved" from discussion of one specific subject to the much broader, more inclusive subject of Conscious Evolution. The current Worldwide Paradigm of separation and competition is slowly changing to one of cooperation, self organization, and interconnectedness as is evident with the formation of so many new local, national and worldwide organizations to help humanity. If you answer yes to some or all of these questions, this is what this Meetup Group is all about and ap …

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 …

Our dedication and commitment to ensure hiker satisfaction is evident in our high-quality  and friendly atmosphere..... LETS MAKE FITNESS OUR LIFESTYLE AND CHANGE OUR BODY AND MIND FOREVER.............. I think everyone is finally "getting" it. This is about joining forces to get the tools, the guidance, the support, the motivation and inspiration to change your health and your bodies; and, then realizing the effect that this change can have on every aspect of your lives. Bring the desire and t …

We are an affiliate of the American Atheists. We meet on the second Wednesday every month in the Greater Hartford area. Please come and join us! Also, please check out our website, or find us on Facebook, Atheist Nexus or YouTube!

Meet other local atheists, agnostics, humanists, skeptics, and other freethinkers. Gather to discuss beliefs, philosophies, current events--and make new friends.

Network Pros:  After Work Casual-Social-Professional-Networking Events For professionals of all industries and career levels interested in expanding their professional network. Like fine wine paired with delicious food, Network Pros has an innovative style called Industry Parings, giving guests a chance to cultivate new professional connections in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Some of your best professional and personal connections are made in casual social settings. Network Pros: After Work, i …

This group is dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits ( human, animal, and environmental) of a vegan lifestyle. Raw foodists and vegetarians are welcome. Others who wish to learn more about a vegan/vegetarian lifestyle are welcome to join us as well! We are interested in meeting like minded friends to share info, socialize, enjoy the great outdoors, and share potlucks. We encourage an interest in animal advocacy = education, demonstrations ( your ideas?) as a means of speaking out for …

Feeling bored in the studio? Join us as we go back to the basics. Come take advantage of this unique opportunity to practice the complex interactions of light and shadow on the human figure. Live Models will be provided every two weeks on Thursday nights from 7-10 PM. The model will start off with several short poses to allow artists to warm up and then will hold longer poses for us to 20 minutes each. We provide chairs, tables, and the model. All other supplies are provided by the artist. There …

Welcome to the Long Island branch of the Center for Inquiry (CFI), a nonprofit organization advancing science, reason, and secular values. The Center for Inquiry-Long Island sponsors public educational programs, philosophy discussions, book clubs, and social events. Come meet people in your neighborhood, exercise your brain, and get involved. For more information, please e-mail akelly@centerforinquiry.net.

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 …

Before you request membership please note: Please read the notes below, if you feel you still like to join us, please contact the organizer and give us some information in an email (don't hide your email address).   If you simply apply to join without this step, we must decline your request. We have a 25 member limit.  At that point we no longer will accept new members. We're located in Suffolk County, Long Island.  Most of our events are out on the Island.  We're not close to New York City.  I …

"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 …

"Meditation is an adventure, an adventure into the unknown -- the greatest adventure that the human mind can take." - Osho If you want to live a more fulfilled life, first you will want to know your potential, who you really are. Meditation is the route to that knowing. It is a methodology of science of awareness. Many meditative techniques require one to sit still and silent. But for most of us accumulated stress in our bodymind makes that difficult. Before we can hope to access our inner powe …

Trails ~N~ Tails & it's organizers welcome you to our group! This group is open for anyone wanting to do more with their dog regardless of breed, size or ability.  There is a trail or event to cover a wide variety of interests. NEW 2013 Dog Training Classes held in Old Saybrook. FREE Activities include: HIKING Trail hikes occur on the CT Shoreline and up the CT River.  Each hike varies in length, duration and ability which is outlined in the event description. EVENTS ~We attend annual events suc …

You are a Natural Activist if you are willing to defend your natural human rights! You live consciously. You may be a holistic health counselor, organic foods chef, farmer, builder, landscaper or gardener, entrepreneur, healer, homemaker, naturalist, freedom activist, or a combination of any of the above. You understand that "The price of freedom is eternal vigilance" (Thomas Jefferson). Therefore, you recognize that our Constitutional Republic needs to be restored and maintained in order to tru …

This is a a group for people who live and work on LI, temporarily or long-term, but who recognize we are in one of the greatest metropolitan areas in the world. It's for people who are creatures of the city, with all its diversity, possibilities, opportunities, and excitement. To be sure, we will make excursions into the city--and that includes Queens and Brooklyn as well as Manhattan...and let's not forget the Bronx and Staten Island as well. However, we will get together here on Long Island to …

Ignite your Evolutionary Flame with a variety of Evolutionary Circles that are designed to introduce the concepts, develop each participants niche, relinquish the ego and prepare the essence to meet the demands of the New Humanity being born on December 22, 2012. Oh yes, there will be special gatherings to prepare for the global birthday party being planned by The Shift Network and Barbara Marx Hubbard the author of Birth 2012 and Beyond: Humanity's Great Shift to the Age of Conscious Evolution.

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This group will meet to discuss ideas and predictions for 2012. Focus on inspirational ideas recently proposed by many scientists and scholars. Will explore Ascension, Lightworkers and Hearthmath. Working together we will raise our consciousness, lift the collective consciousness to shift toward the new and better Age.

This is a group for anyone interested in spiritual development and human potential. We have ongoing workshops and lectures on all related subjects including: The human aura, clairvoyance, ancient esoteric teachings, the natural laws, natural healing, nature spirits, astrology, and more. All gatherings are conducted in a warm and supportive environment.

Mandala is a Sanskrit word for circle/unity/wholeness. Cultures around the world have used mandalas since the beginning of time for meditation and healing. The creative process used in the making of mandalas is inherent in all human beings. In this six week workshop, using the form of the mandala and various art materials, you will learn how to: *access your creative process *create your own unique mandalas *use mandala-making as a meditative process *use the art process for relaxation and self- …

Love, passion and intimacy are some of the most powerful ways in which we connect with ourselves and each other. We all experience love and passion in multiple areas of our lives, but few actually talk about their experiences, ask questions they really want answered or seek guidance. As a sexuality consultant, I want to create a space where we can come together and share stories, questions, and more. Join me in creating a safe space where we can free our sexuality and be fully expressed.

Do you want to change the world? This group is for you. One World is an educational foundation that fosters a sense of our common humanity and the need for improved forms of global cooperation. We sponsor discussion groups (study circles), book club, movie nights and a speaker series for adults. For our youth we sponsor One World Club which teaches character education with a global focus.

We are a group of highly conscious entrepreneurs and small business owners dedicated to doing business in a heart-centered, Soul Inspired way. We have BIG vision and a STRONG sense of Purpose. We are creative, spontaneous, intuitive and fun AND we are serious about taking ACTION to create a business and life we love. We see ourselves and others as Spiritual Beings having a Human experience. We are all Divine Beings with Divine Gifts and Talents. How cool is that?! We are committed to fully expre …

Focused on the beauty of the human form and the art of photography. We are artistic figure photographers in the area. We welcome professionals, first timers, & anyone that is interested in the art of photography, regardless of your skill level. Our meetings are located in the New Haven area. We provide indoor and outdoor photo sessions with professional models. Membership is FREE for models & photographer. We need models for our Saturday, Sunday, & mid-week workshops, these are always PAID assig …

We are a society of humanists, most of whom live in the Greater Hartford area.  We organize social events, discussion groups, meetings with guest speakers, outdoor activities, and philanthropic endeavors.  As a community, we seek to lead ethical lives of personal fulfillment that aspire to the greater good of humanity.