About us
We only live once.
Atheists United's mission is to build thriving atheist communities, empower people to express their secular values, and promote the separation of government and religion.
Learn more about all of Atheists United programs and events at: atheistsunited.org
Featured event
Time Travel Party @ Heretic House (Hosted by Atheists United)
Hey Meetup Friends,
You’re invited to Atheists United's first major gathering of the year on May 2nd! It’s a Time Travel Party… supporting a timely cause!
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### Get Tickets
Want to cherish the past, go back to the future, or boldly go where no one has gone before? Join our annual community party in a 130-year-old Victorian mansion in Echo Park! (Costumes representing the past or future are encouraged, but never required.)
Our party will include:
- Live music
- Food & drinks
- Silent auction
- Private tour of Heretic House
(Check out pics from prior Time Travel parties here and here!)
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### Gender-Inclusive Clothing Drive
It’s also a gender-inclusive clothing drive in support of the Los Angeles LGBT Center!
For the first time ever, we’re giving away free admission or drinks with a donation of clothing or makeup that meets the Center’s guidelines. (Alternatively, you can show proof of purchase from the LGBT Center’s Amazon wish list.)
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### Let’s Leave Inequality in the Past
Our event is part of the American Empathy Project: a nationwide day of action showing that empathy is stronger than cruelty.
LGBTQ+ communities face higher rates of economic hardship. Trans and nonbinary people are often excluded from traditional clothing drives (like those with strict men’s/women’s sections). Items like binders, tucking garments, or more androgynous styles are not usually included.
We want clothing inequality to be history… and celebrate a brighter future for everyone!
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### RSVP
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### Build Our Future Together
This event is also one of our biggest fundraisers of the year. All funds raised through sales, drink donations, and our silent auction go directly to helping Atheists United host our food distributions, support groups, advocacy campaigns, and over 200 regional meetups a year.
Only 120 tickets available.
Sign up now to become a new member and get a big discount.
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### Retro Ticket Prices
- $5 tickets for Atheists United members and their guests
- $15 tickets for General Public
- FREE for children 18 and under
- PAY WHAT YOU CAN for college students and people who need financial assistance
How 1970’s of us!
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### RSVP
Every dollar helps us build something real: community, support, and a place where no one gets left behind. Hope to see you there!
MORE DETAILS:
— Free finger foods included (with multiple vegan and gluten-free options).
— Donation bar for soft drinks and alcoholic drinks.
— Live performance by Voices of Reason choir.
— Community Karaoke lounge.
— Themed costumes encouraged, but never required.
— Ticket holders get a complimentary group tour of the iconic Heretic House.
— Radically inclusive and pressure-free environment.
— Free street parking. Carpooling highly recommended.
— Dogs are not welcome unless a registered service animal (see dog policy).
— 100% refundable ticket until 24 hours before event.
— Feeling sick? Don’t attend! Get well and we’ll see you at the next party.
At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct policy.
Upcoming events
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SMART Recovery -- Weekly Support Group
2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA, USWelcome to SMART Recovery Los Angeles!
We offer self-empowering, non-faith-based mutual help groups for addictive problems. These meetings are free and open to anyone! No one is required to participate. All you have to do is show up!
Please message David by phone or text at 213-651-3784 with questions and to receive location information.
All are welcome.
Free parking is available in the rear of the building during meetings. We meet in the theater on the first floor or the conference room on the second floor depending on the size of the group.
These meetings are sponsored by Atheists United Los Angeles.
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For more information please check out https://smartrecoveryla.org
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Change myself, change the world…
SMART Recovery® (Self Management And Recovery Training) helps individuals gain independence from addictive substances and activities.
Welcome to our community! Our discussions are based on scientific knowledge and evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. SMART is helpful for some participants primarily because they become involved with a new community of helpful and friendly people. For others, SMART is helpful primarily because they learn new ways of thinking about themselves and their behavior.Although we have science-based ideas for you to consider, no one will tell you what to do. Our slogan is “Discover the Power of Choice.” For many SMART is a combination of a new community and new ways of thinking. You can be involved with SMART in whatever way you want to. We look forward to your participation.
2 attendees
Secular Youth Group (Weekly Meeting)
Center for Inquiry West, 2535 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, ca, USRSVP: Text us at 323-666-4258 to complete RSVP
Secular Youth Group is a religion-free space for secular youth
- Our group creates a safe space for curious teens to explore ethics, science, nature, and social justice in community.
Weekly Meetings
- Every Thursday night we meetup in the Carl Sagan & Ann Druyan theater and play games, host workshops, watch movies, plan adventures, and explore the universe one question at a time.
- Any youth ages 13-18 are welcome to attend.
WHEN:
- Thursdays
- 5:30 PM — 7:30 PM
WHERE:
- Center for Inquiry West:
- 2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
RSVP:
- Text us at 323-666-4258 before attending
DETAILS:
- Each meeting combines a fun activity with a challenging discussion topic
- All activities and discussion topics are picked by youth participants
- Guest experts are sometimes invited to lead workshops/activities
- RSVP by text before attending to confirm we’re meeting
- Meetings are always free and include snacks and drinks
- Free car and bike parking on site
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Where curiosity is celebrated
At Atheists United, we understand better than anyone the importance of creating a safe, secular space for people to explore their ideas, identities, and values. Youth should be celebrated, not shamed, for asking honest questions.
According the US Secular Survey:
- 15% lower rate of depression among youth active in a local secular community
- More than a third of secular youth had negative experiences with family due to their nonreligious identity
- One third of secular youth had negative experience in education due to their nonreligious identity
- Nearly 50% of young people are religiously unaffiliated
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At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct policy.
2 attendeesSMART Recovery -- Weekly Support Group
2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA, USWelcome to SMART Recovery Los Angeles!
We offer self-empowering, non-faith-based mutual help groups for addictive problems. These meetings are free and open to anyone! No one is required to participate. All you have to do is show up!
Please message David by phone or text at 213-651-3784 with questions and to receive location information.
All are welcome.
Free parking is available in the rear of the building during meetings. We meet in the theater on the first floor or the conference room on the second floor depending on the size of the group.
These meetings are sponsored by Atheists United Los Angeles.
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For more information please check out https://smartrecoveryla.org
***
Change myself, change the world…
SMART Recovery® (Self Management And Recovery Training) helps individuals gain independence from addictive substances and activities.
Welcome to our community! Our discussions are based on scientific knowledge and evolve as scientific knowledge evolves. SMART is helpful for some participants primarily because they become involved with a new community of helpful and friendly people. For others, SMART is helpful primarily because they learn new ways of thinking about themselves and their behavior.Although we have science-based ideas for you to consider, no one will tell you what to do. Our slogan is “Discover the Power of Choice.” For many SMART is a combination of a new community and new ways of thinking. You can be involved with SMART in whatever way you want to. We look forward to your participation.
2 attendeesSecular Youth Group (Weekly Meeting)
Center for Inquiry West, 2535 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, ca, USRSVP: Text us at 323-666-4258 to complete RSVP
Secular Youth Group is a religion-free space for secular youth
- Our group creates a safe space for curious teens to explore ethics, science, nature, and social justice in community.
Weekly Meetings
- Every Thursday night we meetup in the Carl Sagan & Ann Druyan theater and play games, host workshops, watch movies, plan adventures, and explore the universe one question at a time.
- Any youth ages 13-18 are welcome to attend.
WHEN:
- Thursdays
- 5:30 PM — 7:30 PM
WHERE:
- Center for Inquiry West:
- 2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
RSVP:
- Text us at 323-666-4258 before attending
DETAILS:
- Each meeting combines a fun activity with a challenging discussion topic
- All activities and discussion topics are picked by youth participants
- Guest experts are sometimes invited to lead workshops/activities
- RSVP by text before attending to confirm we’re meeting
- Meetings are always free and include snacks and drinks
- Free car and bike parking on site
***
Where curiosity is celebrated
At Atheists United, we understand better than anyone the importance of creating a safe, secular space for people to explore their ideas, identities, and values. Youth should be celebrated, not shamed, for asking honest questions.
According the US Secular Survey:
- 15% lower rate of depression among youth active in a local secular community
- More than a third of secular youth had negative experiences with family due to their nonreligious identity
- One third of secular youth had negative experience in education due to their nonreligious identity
- Nearly 50% of young people are religiously unaffiliated
***
At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct policy.
2 attendees
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