This is the Meetup group for the Skeptical Society of St. Louis and is open to anyone who would like to meet others interested in examining and challenging the extraordinary claims of religion, the paranormal, alternative medicine, cryptozoology, creationism, UFOs and all other areas of fringe and pseudo-science. We promote critical thinking, education, and the rigorous application of the tools of science for the critical examination of these areas. We are not debunkers but just people who think …

Meet other local people who live in, or are interested in creating community. This isn't your traditional church group. Table Talk is a chance to gather together to wrestle with the tough issues of faith and life in a "happy hour" type setting. All topics are fair game. . . however there are rules of engagement so the art of conversation may be revived. Each gathering will be structured or non-structured. Structured gatherings will begin with a topic presentation, followed by questions from the …

  This is a group for anyone living in St. Louis or surrounding areas that is interested in the paleo/primal lifestyle. That means eating real unprocessed foods that humans have been eating for hundreds of thousands of years: meat, fish, eggs, nuts, vegetables, and fruit. It also includes moving and exercising in natural ways that our genes are programmed for, getting enough sunlight, getting more sleep, reducing stress,  and having fun. Whether you're Paleo, Primal, Low-carb, Celiac, or just e …

Toastmasters International is devoted to making effective verbal communication a worldwide reality. Through its member clubs, Toastmasters International helps men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening and thinking - vital skills that promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding, and contribute to the betterment of mankind. The Toastmasters program is not a college, trade school, or other formal course in public speaking. There are no instructors, …

We have allowed some families to represent our area for several decades. Look around the area. What happened to our manufacturing base? People migrated to the St. Louis area when we had jobs here and what do we have now? Have we had a representative in DC who has protected us and stood up for Missouri? Do we have a representative who votes against us? Do we have a representative who thinks that enslaving people with entitlement programs is the best way to go? Have we had a representative …

This group is being formed for people who, no only wish to see semi-radical changes in our local society and economy, but also are willing and determined to make them come about. This is not a mental masturbation group where we all fascinate and drool over brilliant ideas for change. There will be meetings discussing our collective wishes and determining our direction or directions ,but once established we will be taking steps to create these changes. My vision involves changing zoning laws, …

Meet other local freethinkers to socialize and discuss philosophy, politics, ethics, current events and anything else that interests you.