Rocky Mountain Atheists

Interested in joining Book Club? We meet once a month on the second Thursday of the month. Everyone will have a chance to share their impression of the book. Even if you haven't had time to read the book, you are still welcome to join the meeting and enjoy the discussion.

The upcoming books are:

Jan 8, 2026: The Psychopath Inside: A Neuroscientist's Personal Journey into the Dark Side of the Brain, by James H. Fallon

February 12, 2026: The Certainty Illusion: What You Don't Know and Why It Matters by Timothy Caulfield.

March 12, 2026: Separation of church and hate by John Fugelsang.

If you are not an RMA member, please consider becoming one (its only $20/year) or donating to help cover costs (Meetup fees, website, Zoom, etc.). Every little bit helps! Click this link (membership) to join or click this link (donate) to donate. Thank you for your support!

Link to precise visual instructions! https://rockymountainatheists.ca/rma-blood-drives/

RSVPing TO THIS POSTING DOES NOT RESERVE YOUR SPOT. In addition to RSVPing to this Meetup, you must go to https://myaccount.blood.ca/ and create an account if you do not have one. On the left hand side, there is a link for Partners (image of a bunch of people). In the My Teams section, if you aren't yet a part of the RMA team, you can search for Rocky Mountain Atheists and click "Join the Team". Then click "View the Team" next to Rocky Mountain Atheists and scroll down to schedule your appointment. If you do not use this process, you will not have an appointment.

We are donating blood at the new Canadian Blood Services Clinic (100-207 9th Ave SW). Participants need to be at the clinic at 11am. After the donations then we will go for lunch at Bottlescrew Bill's Pub (140 10 Ave SW)

REMEMBER TO BRING PICTURE ID

Designated complimentary parking for donors is available at the Calgary Tower parkade, just a 5 minute walk from the donor centre. There are entrances to the parkade on 9th and 10th Ave. Designated donor parking is on the west side on Level 6, near the elevator.

Please ensure you are able to donate prior to registering. Visit blood.ca and take the eligibility quiz.

You can also visit their website to register: blood.ca

And if you wish, you can sign in to your account, indicate you are with Rocky Mountain Atheists and fill out the questionnaire before you get to the location.

• House party with lots going on.
• Ping Pong, some time for beginners, some for intermediate, some for experienced.
• Card and board games are supplied - and bring your favorite game.
• Foosball
• crokinole is a dexterity board game, possibly of Canadian origin. Players take turns shooting discs across the circular playing surface, trying to land their discs in the higher-scoring regions of the board, while also attempting to knock opposing discs off the board.
• Music - Sometimes someone will play piano, sometimes guitar,
• Come make friends, hang out, and if you like, feel free to bring your special talent and show off a bit :)
• HEY! It's December and the days are getting shorter so feel free to dress bright and festive!

James’ house Is 65 Tuscany meadows place nw

Let's try something new - please bring a *favourite* snack/dish to share with others - no need to bring chips, we haven't eaten all the bags of chips people have brought so far, so please bring something else. Suggestions could be - fruit plate, vegetable plate, cheese plate, appetizers, finger food (I have a microwave and oven and stove), pizza or bring something you are famous for making!

Transportation:
Some people need a ride, some have expressed willingness to provide a ride. Please leave a comment if you want to add your name to either of those two lists and in which neighborhood you live. We often have people coming from Tuscany, Varsity, Arbor Lake, Marlborough Park, Kensington, Hawkwood, Lincoln Park, Dalhousie, Mission and more. Post a message in the group chat here or communicate amongst yourselves when you are here.

This event is posted on a few meetups So there are more people than listed here. It doesn’t matter which one you sign up on. Sometimes the meetup site has had problems with allowing people to sign up - If you have any problems please leave a comment here so I can address it, or send me a private message.

WAIVER: By signing up (RSVP) for this event, you signify that you are aware of and assume all the risks associated with this event and are aware of your physical and emotional limits and how they relate to this particular event. You expressly acknowledge and assume all additional risks and dangers that may result in property damage, physical injury and/or death, which may be above and beyond the inherent dangers and risks of the Activity, including but not limited to: Falling or loss of balance; icy, slick or uneven surfaces; collisions with natural or man-made objects, other people, and/or other motor vehicles; the negligence or failure of myself, the Releasee, or other participant to act safely.
You also agree that you take full responsibility without exception for the safety and well-being of yourself and your guest(s) and promise to not hold the host(s) or event organizers and/or any other groups responsible for any harm, injury or property damage that might occur as a result of your participation. Participants who agree to carpool do so at their own discretion and risk. It is against the law for you to drive impaired by alcohol and/or drugs.

RMA Coffee Chat is an enjoyable, unstructured, afternoon conversation. Anyone can introduce an idea or ask a question and the group will jump in and discuss it. You never know where the conversation will go but it is always interesting and sometimes even educational. Join us and add your two-cents-worth.

If you are not an RMA member, please consider becoming one (its only $20/year) or donating to help cover costs (Meetup fees, website, Zoom, etc.). Every little bit helps! Click this link (membership) to join or click this link (donate) to donate. Thanks so much for being part of this!