The Skeptical Society of St. Louis is an organization for those interested in examining and critiquing religion, the paranormal, alternative medicine, cryptozoology, creationism, and all other areas of fringe and pseudo-science. We celebrate critical thinking, education, and using the tools of science to advance evidence-based perspective.
We usually meet twice per month with some informal events for socializing with other skeptics and science enthusiasts as well as more structured lectures, debates, discussions or field trips.
Beginning this summer we will begin our collaboration with D.J. Grothe of the Center For Inquiry on a Skeptics in the Pub series at a great downtown location. Skeptics in the Pub is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and social networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and other like-minded individuals. It provides an opportunity for skeptics and rationalists to talk, share ideas in a casual, relaxed atmosphere, and discuss whatever topical issues come to mind. But most importantly, it’s about having fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. Check back here for details as they become available.
The SSSL will be seeing many changes in the coming months as we move from being just a Meetup.com group into a more formal organization with a quarterly publication and more quality programs. If you think you would like to become more involved in this young and quickly growing organization please e-mail me at mblanford@myfastmail.com. There are many opportunities for those who are passionate about skepticism to become active and help the Skeptical Society of St. Louis continue to grow.
Visit our Meetup.com page for more information or to RSVP for an upcoming SSSL event.
Skeptical scrutiny is the means, in both science and religion, by which deep thoughts can be winnowed from deep nonsense.
Carl Sagan
