Capital District Skeptics intends to be a way for people in the Capital District with a common interest in science and skepticism to come together.

There are no academic prerequisites for joining this group,all one needs is interest in science and skepticism. However,anyone with ANY type of expertise is greatly encouraged to join!


What is a skeptic?
(From Skeptic.com)

Some people believe that skepticism is the rejection of new ideas, or worse, they confuse “skeptic” with “cynic” and think that skeptics are a bunch of grumpy curmudgeons unwilling to accept any claim that challenges the status quo. This is wrong. Skepticism is a provisional approach to claims. It is the application of reason to any and all ideas — no sacred cows allowed. In other words, skepticism is a method, not a position. Ideally, skeptics do not go into an investigation closed to the possibility that a phenomenon might be real or that a claim might be true. When we say we are “skeptical,” we mean that we must see compelling evidence before we believe.

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  • January 12 at 7:00 PM, 11 Skeptics attended

    Science & Technology #3

    They rated it 4.50 4.504 (4 ratings)

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    Interesting lecture. The material was engaging as was the speaker.

    —Mark

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    Thanks for attending, I really enjoyed your interest in my work!

    —JB

  • December 29, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 6 Skeptics attended

    Skeptics in the Pub

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Hi guys, come join us for our end of the year Skeptics in the Pub! The location was pretty good last time but we're also looking out for new locations too! If you have... Learn more

  • December 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 16 Skeptics attended

    Skeptical Scones at Professor Java's

    They rated it 5.00 5.006 (6 ratings)

    “

    Great seeing everyone again! And, Jesse, did you take the banana cake home with you or did you (accidentally) leave it there? Hee, hee.

    —anne bair

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    Outstanding! A great group, well organized in a nice location.

    —Brian McGovern

  • November 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 9 Skeptics attended

    Skeptics in the Pub

    They rated it 5.00 5.006 (6 ratings)

    “

    Thanks everyone for making a great evening or curiosity and conversation.

    —Dave Bauer

    “

    Great time!

    —Natalia

  • October 23, 2011 at 6:30 PM, 6 Skeptics attended

    Revitalize CD Skeptics at Professor Java's

    They rated it 4.50 4.503 (3 ratings)

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    I wouldn't worry about it too much. Either it will take off, or it won't. You can't force it either way.

    —Dave Hitt

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    Great conversation. Thanks to everyone for coming out.

    —Dave Bauer

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Schenectady, NY 12309
Founded Jul 21, 2009
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