What we’re about
This group is sponsored by HumanistsMN, which brings together people who, without supernatural beliefs, aspire to lead lives of personal fulfillment and contribute to the greater good of humanity and the planet through reason, science, compassion, and creativity.
If you believe in those principles or are interested in learning about them or want to help others learn about humanism join us for our meetings, events, and social times.
We usually have a regular Humanist Community Gathering on the 3rd Saturday of the month but will send out a reminder to members when the topic/speaker is set (or check the calendar!).
In addition, there are many other smaller meetups during the month.
Meetings are open to anyone who is interested in humanism and wants to meet other humanists. But please considering joining HumanistsMN to help support us financially and build the power of humanism in our society. Join here!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Humanists in Action: Gardening With Open Arms668 Victoria St, St Paul, MN
Have you always wanted to garden but never had the time or space? Would you like to work the soil with others, developing your horticultural skills while making new friends? Or maybe, after our long Minnesota winter, you'd just like to spend some time doing mild physical labor out-of-doors? If any of these reasons apply, we've got an event--indeed, a series of events--for you.
HumanistsMN is partnering with Open Arms, a Twin Cities-based non-profit that provides healthy meals to critically ill Minnesotans and their families. In the news two years ago when they opened their St. Paul Kitchen and Campus, Open Arms encompasses Open Farms, five metro-area locations where they grow produce to include in their meals. As at their kitchens, much of the work done in Open Farms' gardens is performed by volunteers. This is where we come in: HumanistsMN is helping out with the Open Arms' "Abundance Farm" at 668 Victoria Street in St. Paul by recruiting volunteer gardeners. This Meetup announcement is for our first event in the 2025 gardening season, which will run through October. Other events in this season will be announced several weeks before they occur.
Each event is a two hour shift involving from six to twelve volunteers supervised by a master gardener from Open Arms. Over the course of the growing season, volunteers will perform such tasks as weeding, prepping beds, planting, harvesting, and mulching. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear proper footgear. They should bring a refillable water bottle and anything else they need to feel comfortable working outdoors. A water jug and treats will be provided, as well as tools, gloves, and materials needed for required tasks; a portable restroom is on site. This event will be held unless weather conditions--high heat, heavy rain--are prohibitive.
Children aged six and above can participate if accompanied by a parent. Use the following link to learn about child participation: https://www.openarmsmn.org/volunteer/volunteer-youth/.
To participate in this event, you will need to sign up through Open Arms' volunteer website, following these instructions:
- Follow this link which is specific to our group: https://vhub.at/humanistsfarm2025
- If you are already an Open Arms Volunteer, click "Sign In." If you are a new Open Arms volunteer, click “Create Account” in the upper-right corner.
- When prompted, enter the following “JOIN CODE”: Humanistsmnfarm2025
- You will be prompted to acknowledge Open Arms' Safety & Liability Waiver. This done, scroll to the bottom and check the box to acknowledge that you have read and understand the waiver. Click "Finish" and your account is all set.
- Once you’ve created your account, click “Next” to sign up for your group’s event: Humanist Group Farm Shift - St. Paul
This event is sponsored by HumanistsMN. If you are not yet a member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted. Donate or join here.
- SMART Recovery Support GroupFirst Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
Looking to beat an addiction? SMART Recovery is a stigma-free and self-empowering secular program serving those with an addictive behavior. This post is for promotional purposes only and no rsvp is required to respect the confidentiality of attendees.
Anyone seeking a secular recovery program is invited to attend our weekly support group sessions -- whether to tackle a particular substance or an activity/process addiction. Participants design and implement their own recovery plan to create a more balanced, purposeful, fulfilling, and meaningful life.
Sessions are led by Kim T., a trained volunteer SMART facilitator, who draws on evidence-based motivational and cognitive behavioral theories. Within a mutually supportive group environment, SMART participants are empowered to develop their ability to:
- Build and maintain motivation
- Cope with urges and cravings
- Manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
- Live a balanced life
Whether you are seeking a course of recovery for yourself or have been mandated to attend a recovery program, SMART Recovery provides a path to life beyond addiction.
These sessions are sponsored by HumanistsMN -- a local community of humanists, agnostics, atheists, and freethinkers. If you are not yet a dues paying member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not yet ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted! Donate or join us at humanistsmn.org.
- Humanists in Action: Assemble hygiene and period kits for donation!Roosevelt Library - Meeting Room , Minneapolis, MN
Come together to help some folks with basic needs: create 100 kits of a full set of hygiene products and 200 kits of menstrual products! These will be donated to two local community college food shelves and Bridge for Youth organization. PLEASE READ: There is an attendee limit due to space and quantity on this project. Please keep your RSVP current so that we have the needed number actually attending.
Likely there will be a little time to socialize after.HumanistsMN is sponsoring the product purchases and you wonderful volunteers provide the assembly and labor. If you are interested in making a donation towards the cost, that is welcomed.
This event is sponsored by HumanistsMN. If you are not yet a member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted. Donate or join here.
