You'll get invited to our Meetups as soon as they're scheduled!
“ cool folks overall. everyone seems smart, open, thoughtful... a very friendly group indeed. humor is obviously a trait many atheists possess... ”
— michael Dorian on Mar 1, 2008.
“ NYCA is an oasis of American freedom and coherence. ”
— Charles Alexander Zorn on Jul 9, 2007.
“ The meetup group is so interesting and thought provoking. I have learned so much in the four last meetings I have attended. It's so great to share new ideas and learn about older ideas from a different perspective. The people who attend are friendly, courteous and so bright. ”
— Willie Fuchs on Nov 19, 2009.
“ In this group, a variety of viewpoints and concerns are expressed. Enrichment, rather than concensus, occurs when independant thinkers gather. ”
— Harry Morrison on Oct 21, 2009.
“ To either open their minds if they have a closed one or strengthen the minds they have already gotten. ”
— Serge Ledan on Oct 11, 2009.
“ If you have an open mind, want to learn more about how philosphy has impacted on our modern, daily activities and on our policy makers' decisions and on science, one should attend these lecture series. ”
— Edith Amster on Oct 11, 2009.
“ Good discussion ”
— A former member on Sep 15, 2009.
“ If you've always been intrigued by philosophy but were too busy attending to life's details to be able to give it much thought, then this is an opportunity to gather with like minded friendly people who are willing to be exposed to challenging ideas. We listen to a recorded lecture by a professional philosopher and use that as a springboard for discussion about the contents of the lecture. ”
— Roger on Aug 25, 2009.
“ If they are interested in atheism, I imagine. ”
— Nuka V. Reddy on Jul 31, 2009.
“ It's a great place to bounce ideas and hear plenty of feedback with a diverse group of friendly people. ”
— Tiffany on Jul 22, 2009.
“ For people who have desire to learn the greatest minds of the world. ”
— wen bucher on Jul 21, 2009.
“ Individuals who have questions regarding religion will find some interesting opinions and funny remarks. Some of the opinions might make you say, H'mm? ”
— coletha on May 3, 2009.
“ Join if you are a free thinker and/or an ATHEIST. From what I observed this is not a group for fence sitters or those whose religious ego is easily bruised. ”
— joe on May 1, 2009.
“ This is a dedicated group and very knowledge about various subjects. ”
— Frederick T. Brass on Apr 20, 2009.
“ Excellent place to learn more about atheism, it's important figures of the past and present, and meeting interesting people who are also involved with the group. ”
— Nick Braunagel on Apr 20, 2009.
“ Top notch participants. Very friendly. Nobody hogged the floor. All (I repeat: ALL) the remarks were interesting, well thought out and relevant. The after meetup dinner was even better. ”
— Gil Offenhartz on Mar 19, 2009.
“ Great way to learn about the most famous philosophers and discuss and debate various interpretations of those beliefs. Makes you reflect upon your own philosophical beliefs and ethics. ”
— Kevin on Mar 5, 2009.
“ We need more Atheists in the world. ”
— MerkinBill on Feb 27, 2009.
“ The meetup offers atheist and the curious an opportunity to gather and exchange ideas. I wished it were longer because there is so much to be discussed. ”
— badiane on Feb 18, 2009.
“ If someone is looking for a group of like-minded people, this is a great place. ”
— Lora on Feb 9, 2009.
“ Its aways good to be around free thinking individuals, who know what really going on in America. ”
— Karamoko Inniss on Jan 21, 2009.
“ Very welcoming to new members without making you feel like your on-the-spot. Very diverse group. ”
— Michelle Pujols on Jan 21, 2009.
“ I think that the opportunity to learn and discuss religion from a philosophical and political point of view is priceless and I look forward to more and better opportunities. ”
— Ruth on Nov 21, 2008.
“ They have the best thought provoking speakers, with a endless barrel of knowledge. ”
— Supreme on Nov 19, 2008.
“ to see this world from a more logical and rational prospectives; to get the support and know that people who questioned the supposed to be ideas, are not alone! ”
— A former member on Jul 31, 2008.
“ Hear and be involved in interesting discussion on aethism. ”
— A former member on Jul 15, 2008.
“ It's always good to be around intelligent people. ”
— Viktor Nagornyy on Jun 27, 2008.
“ Lively group of smart, positive people. ”
— Shelley Braunstein on May 30, 2008.
“ so fun, nice to meet a bunch of new folks! ”
— denise on Mar 19, 2008.
“ Nice job. Thanks for setting this up! ”
— A former member on Feb 28, 2008.
“ Excellent 1st experience with the group. I just attended the brunch part of it. ”
— Ellen on Feb 10, 2008.
“ I liked it. ”
— A former member on Jan 31, 2008.
“ The people are sensible and great. I bet a lot of them will even become militant vegetarians when they start to think about food. ”
— Christine on Jan 13, 2008.
“ Thought the speaker was excellent as well. ”
— Jami on May 20, 2007.
“ All Atheists in New York City should attend each month! ”
— Harvey J. Osgood on May 4, 2007.
“ Interesting dialogue. Good time. Good people ”
— Mario D. on Mar 21, 2007.
“ This was my first such event and I greatly look forward to attending more NYC atheist/secular humanist/ethical culture events! ”
— Seth on Mar 10, 2007.
“ Glad I found it! ”
— A former member on Jan 13, 2007.
“ A great group of folks. Very welcoming! ”
— A former member on Oct 3, 2004.
“ This group is is on the cutting edge of the Atheist movement. We don't waste time just drinking in bars; we are activists! ”
— Jane Everhart on Sep 25, 2009.
“ Might be fine, I didn't learn much about anybody because of the format of this lecture presentation. ”
—A former member on Aug 10, 2008.
“ Most of the attendees were friendly. The leader, Ken Bronstein, was attentive and informative. Dennis Horvitz, the Cable Show host, was well-spoken, and funny at times. ”
— Arlene on Dec 21, 2008.
“ I am glad to have found this group and even though I only recognized one member of the group from previous meetings I was glad to meet new members and I would like it if others who were atheists would join us, since it would help both parties gain support and community, which anyone can use. ”
— Anton on Apr 24, 2008.
“ no thoughts as of yet as i have yet to meet anyone in the group ”
—A former member on Oct 24, 2007.
“ They are a bit older than I had expected. But I realized after the meeting that I share many opinions with them. ”
— Francisco Rodriguez on Sep 21, 2007.
“ I think it's important for atheists to meet and discuss and share ideas. Will attend again in the future. ”
— Andy F on Apr 27, 2007.
“ Contact me about questions and other atheist happening! ”
—A former member on Apr 21, 2007.
“ I encourage more diversity by outreaching to other ethnic groups and organizations. Maybe sponsoring some joint meetings and being flexible about venues. ”
— Sheila on Mar 25, 2006.
“ A great group of diverse people. The more voices/points of view the better the group. There is a wide range of ages so anyone would fit in....people are very accepting and welcoming. ”
— Jonathan on Jun 17, 2008.