What we’re about
Welcome to the Rocky Mountain Atheists!
The mission of the Rocky Mountain Atheists (RMA) is to be a safe and supportive secular community dedicated to serving society; to support those who have been marginalized or traumatized as a result of faith-based beliefs; and to provide and promote evidence-based learning opportunities.
RMA is so much more than a Meetup group! We typically host about 10 events per month, most of them free. Our activities include social gatherings, peer support, community service, and educational activities. If you would like to learn more about our organization, please visit us at www.rockymountainatheists.ca
A note about respectful behaviour:
We are an inclusive community of atheists, humanists, skeptics and secular freethinkers who welcome people of all backgrounds and identities.
We won't all agree all the time, but disagreement is no excuse for disrespectful behaviour. Disagreements should be resolved in a constructive manner and without personal attacks. Challenge ideas, not people. Do not insult or put down other participants. Harassment and other exclusionary behaviour aren’t acceptable.
Upcoming events
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Life Without Religion - Online
Location not specified yetLife Without Religion is a peer support group created for individuals who experience difficulty in their lives due to leaving a religion or serious conflicts caused by religious influences. Due to the nature of the group, an interview with the group leader or another representative of the group, is necessary before joining. It is imperative that group membership remain anonymous. An individual is certainly welcome to acknowledge one’s own involvement in this group, but never should they divulge the names or contact information of other members. The group meets twice per month in a private setting. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact Lois at loislwr@gmail.com.
There is no need to RSVP on Meetup if you don't want your name associated with this eventIf 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!
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Ping Pong, Card and Board Games, foosball, crokinole
James’s house, Tuscany , 65 Tuscany meadows place nw,, Calgary , AB, CA- 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 :)
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.18 attendees
•OnlineRMA Coffee Chat - ONLINE
OnlineRMA 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. Thank you for your support!
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•OnlineRMA Book Club - ONLINE
OnlineInterested 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.
Here is the list of books by month
Feb 13: Project Hail Mary, by Andy Weir
Mar 13: The Illusion of God's Presence: The Biological Origins of Spiritual Longing, by John Wathey
Apr 10: The code breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene editing, and the Future of the Human Race, by Walter Isaacson
May 8: Emotional: How Feelings Shape our Thinking, by Leonard Mlodinow
June 12: The Deadly Rise of Anti-Science, by Peter J. Hotez
July 10: What It Means to Be Moral: Why Religion Is Not Necessary for Living an Ethical Life, by Phil Zuckerman
Aug 14: Humankind: A Hopeful History, by Rutger Bregman
Sept 11: The Science of Weird Shit: Why Our Minds Conjure the Paranormal, by Chris French
Oct 9: Not the End of the World, by Hannah Ritchie
Nov 13: T: The Story of Testosterone, the Hormone that Dominates and Divides Us, by Carole Hooven
Dec 11: Mother Nature Is Trying to Kill You: A Lively Tour Through the Dark Side of the Natural World, by Dan Riskin
Jan 8, 2026: The Psychopath Inside: A Neuroscientist's Personal Journey into the Dark Side of the Brain, by James H. FallonIf 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!
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Past events
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