SoCal Secular Coalition (SCSC)

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Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, US

About us

What is SCSC?
If you are currently a leader or a member of a secular group (humanist, agnostic/atheist, freethinker etc.) in Southern Cal, this is a great group to join. Our goals include:

1. Networking to build group cohesion and effectiveness within and between our various secular groups throughout SoCal.

2. Helping our groups to grow by broadening their offerings per the "CASE model":

building Community
increasing Advocacy and Political Action
creating programs for Service and Social Causes
providing Education for our groups as well as collective mobilization.

3. Sharing best practices with each other.

Our first Annual SCSC Virtual Conference was in 2021; link to videos are HERE.

We had our Second Annual SCSC Virtual Conference on Nov. 12th, 2022. You can catch recordings of some of the fantastic speakers we had HERE.

SCSC currently has weekly planning meetings every other Friday at noon. If you'd like to join one and become engaged, please message Dave (Organizer) or Rhett (Co-Organizer) or Judy (Co-Organizer) on Meetup. This Meetup page can help steer anyone looking for secular connections to great events happening throughout SoCal, and also be an excellent place for group leaders to share ideas of general interest and help provide greater connection. Looking forward to hearing from you. Let us know if you have questions.

Also, visit us here for more info:
SCSC Website

Upcoming events

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Adversarious Liberation: Reason, Rebellion, and Religious Liberty
Sat, Oct 24 · 3:00 PM PDT
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Online
Online
Program: Humanists and Freethinkers are curious about our world, the people who inhabit it, and their various worldviews and beliefs.

This program will explore the evolution of Satanism from its history of being a feared accusation to its modern incarnation as an adopted religious identity standing for compassion, reason, bodily autonomy, and religious pluralism.

In this presentation, Kapro Scious, an executive officer of The Satanic Temple, will trace the emergence of modern Satanism through his presentation entitled, Adversarious Liberation: Reason, Rebellion, and Religious Liberty.
On Zoom.

Following the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of the speaker.

Speaker: Kapro Scious is an Executive Officer of The Satanic Temple and serves as liaison to co-founder Lucien Greaves. He chairs the Executive Oversight Commission and oversees the Satanic Ministry and Chaplaincy, guiding the practical application of Satanic doctrine.
4 attendees
Heretic House Halloween Party & Fundraiser
Sat, Oct 24 · 5:00 PM PDT
Heretic House, 724 E Edgeware Road, Los Angeles, CA, US
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/heretic-house-halloween-party-and-fundraiser-2026
Join Atheists United and friends for a Haunted Halloween party and fundraiser at the iconic Heretic House in Los Angeles!
Tickets include dinner, drinks, dancing, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, sunset views of downtown, and a costume contest. You can also add your +1 for free (two tickets for the price of one!)
Atheists United's Halloween Party is the largest atheist community party in California each year, a clothing drive for LGBTQ youth, and a fundraiser for our Food Distribution program!
- 50% off tickets for anyone who donates 10+ new or gently used clothing items.
- Free tickets available for volunteers who help with setup and tear down (contact us)
Our goal is to raise $5,000 by the end of the night to fund our 2027 food distribution program. (Make an extra donation at checkout!)
Costumes are encouraged but not required. Prizes for best costume.
Discounted tickets for sustaining members of Atheists United and Sunday Assembly Los Angeles (and their guests!)
- Become a member today: https://www.atheistsunited.org/membership
Other Notes:
- Children under 14 can attend for free (we do not offer childcare; you're responsible for your children at all times)
- Indoor/outdoor venue. Please dress for the weather.
- Free but limited street parking. We HIGHLY recommend carpooling, ridesharing, or public transit
- Vegan and gluten-free dinner options will be available
We can't wait to see you there!
TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/heretic-house-halloween-party-and-fundraiser-2026
1 attendee
Secular Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos Secular
Sun, Nov 1 · 12:00 PM PST
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Online
Online
On Sunday, November 1, 2026 the Freethought Society (FS) and other secular sponsors will host the annual online International Secular Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos Secular celebration of life. The event will start at Noon Pacific Time/3:00 PM Eastern Time. The online event requires pre-registration at the following Zoom link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zK3TOm4yQn2RVKvTKquIkw#/registration

If you would like to honor a deceased loved one or family pet via a 5-10-minute video instead of in-person at the time of the event, please send submissions to:

margaret@FtSociety.org

The hosts of this event are Margaret Downey and Memo Benumea. The welcome speaker will be actor, producer, and director Jon Huertas.

Author Dale McGowan will present a speech entitled “The Death Problem.” His research supports the idea that death is the defining feature of human existence, the skeleton key (so to speak) unlocks who we are, reaching into nearly everything you think, feel, and do.

Dan Barker will honor the life of his beloved brother Darrell Barker. Annie Laurie Gaylor will be honoring American journalist, writer, feminist, and political activist Gloria Steinem. Benumea will honor the life of writer, editor, and artist Adalisa Zárate. David Tamayo, founder and president of Hispanic American Freethinkers, will honor the life of his mother-in-law Domitila Castillo-Tapia.

Cohosting groups are American Humanist Association, Black Nonbelievers, Center for Inquiry, Freedom From Religion Foundation, Freethought Society, Hispanic American Freethinkers, and the Secular Coalition for America.
2 attendees
Death Valley Atheist Adventure
Wed, Nov 11 · 4:00 PM PST
Location not specified yet
As featured in the LA Times! Grab your family, friends, and tents for an unforgettable camping adventure in the largest national park in the continental United States.

TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/death-valley-2026-atheist-adventure

Known for its sizzling summer heat and colorful spring blooms, Death Valley is one of the most extreme spots on planet Earth and offers outstanding views of the Milky Way on a moonless night. Death Valley is also a hiker’s paradise with an eclectic mix of slot canyons, salt flats, sand dunes, mountain overlooks, and colorful rock formations.

All atheist adventures include a pre-planned multi-day group sightseeing itinerary that includes some of the parks more iconic hikes and landmarks. Then Saturday evening we all gather for a group dinner and an unforgettable science talk under the stars.

Only 30 spots available in our group campsite. Get your tickets before they run out!

Not a member yet but want to attend?
- Atheists United Memberships are pay-what-you want (minimum of $2/month) and can be purchased at atheistsunited.org/membership
Notes:
- Tickets do not include transportation or park fees
- Tickets do not include food/meals
- Everyone is responsible for their own camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, lights, coolers, etc.)
- Children welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- We do NOT recommend you bring your pets. Here are Death Valley's pet policies
At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in this event you agree to follow behavior outlined in our Event Code of Conduct Policy.

Please contact Evan Clark at evan@atheistsunited.org with any questions.

TICKETS: https://events.humanitix.com/death-valley-2026-atheist-adventure
2 attendees