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The Partnership for Sustainability Meetup GroupThis meetup is for people who care about social issues, the environment, and true equality. It is based on the premise that we as human beings can build a truly sustainable environmental and social practices, different from the present ones. |
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Socrates Cafe NorthMeet other local people who are interested in Socrates Cafe, a philosophical community. Discuss author, Christopher Phillips his popular philosophical book and program, Socrates Cafe. |
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Carol Stream, IL 60188
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Don Baker"My name is Don Baker. 2 years ago I started 2 Socrates Cafes in WI. They did not work out, partly because of the lower population base. I would like to start one in the Chicago area . I am planning to move to the Chicago area in the next year." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I would love to share my expertise" |
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dianne"I saved a Time magazine article dated 4/04 which told about discussion groups based on Socratic teachings and reviving the art of conversation. Just found it and the time is now." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I can chip in money toward group expenses" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Jaye"I'm quite content in my spirituality,but came to it through study, observation, and self-analysis which leads me to believe further understanding of other spiritualities can only broaden my view." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I'll help organize our meetings" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" "I know a great place to meet" |
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Laura"Hi, I want these meetups because it's difficult to find like minded, open minded people to converse with." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Lee Barry"I'm specifically interested in finding groups in the Oak Park area. Very often I am not in the city proper, and meeting local would be easier on my tight schedule." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I can chip in money toward group expenses" "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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SisiWhen a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I would love to share my expertise" "I'll spread the word about the Meetup" |
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Mike L."I'm interested in meeting new people." |
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Nicholas"interested in philosophical discussion of any kind. Latest Book: Imre Kertesz "Liquidation" Currently reading: Fear and Trembling(Kierkegaard) and "Philosophical Investigations" Wittgenstein. WOuld like to set up a meet, but need help where?" |
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Amelie"Having others to share ponderings and life questions with makes everything more interesting. It's a joy to hear what others may think." |
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jac"I want these local Meetups because it would be great to speak to like minded people" |
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Bill Harding"I want these local Meetups because responding to friends and 'others' keeps my neurons growing." |
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Jan"I want these local Meetups because living in Bush's America has become very scary.The scarcity of clear-thinking people in my life is going to make me a CYNIC!!! (I hope I'm not there already!)" |
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Glenn"45 years young professional male in the midst of a divorce." |
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stephen foos"I want these local Meetups because 30 years of the bushs are to much" |
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seyram"I want these local Meetups because they're definitely enlightening and stimulating for anyone who wants to be involved...besides,life is too short!!!" |
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bazgee"I been here from CA since 2000. Find it continuous challenge to meet non-religious people with intellectual, music, conversation, and state of the society interests. Just open minded non-biased folks. Live in a BIG CHURCH new money twinkies town." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" "I would love to share my expertise" |
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Patrick"I want these local Meetups because I wish to discover a path to the Good life through the Truth -- and, essentially, find happiness through wisdom. I believe philosophy is a means for such an end." |
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AllisonWhen a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I can chip in money toward group expenses" |
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Tim"I want these local Meetups to meet people who think or feel as passionately about certain things as I do." |
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AtheistAtLarge"Im an Atheist, I look to educate myself, & look for truths in all things. I may be misinformed by people, Ill always stand corrected when proven wrong, but I never try to mislead anyone . Visit http://www.stickam.com/profile/atheistatlarge" |
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Whyka"I want these local Meetups because I want to talk to people who are interested in the same things I am." |
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Dan"I want these local Meetups because I am new to Chicago, don't know many people, and desperately miss conversations of substance." |
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Melissa A."I was a philosophy major and I miss "talking" philosophy with people. Ultimately I am a critical pragmatist." When a new Meetup starts, I pledge: "I promise to attend the first meeting" "I'll help organize our meetings" "I can chip in money toward group expenses" "I'm happy to bring some food to our meeting" |
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David"I'd like to see regular scrummaster gatherings to share experiences and help each other out when wrangling cats..." |
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chris paar"I want these local Meetups because I like my thinking to be challenged as well as challenging the thought of others." |
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VotWoif"I want local Socrates Cafe Meetups because real debate about what people really think and feel is what this country and everyone needs. Real dialogue seems to be what is lacking greatly in society. I think Phillips puts it best." |
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KimYvette"I want local Philosophy Meetups because I enjoy discussing philosophy." |
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