Welcome!
We’re so glad you found us! This page has tips and information for those who are new here. We want to point you in the right direction to find out what’s going on, how to get involved, and where to look for specific information elsewhere on this site or social media platforms. If you don’t find what you are looking for right away, let us know by emailing us at info@cflfreethought.org or use our Contact page.
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As for who we are, there is a whole page over here to check out if you like. Most people who enjoy hanging out with us consider themselves atheists, humanists, freethinkers, secular, or they may use other non-theistic labels when asked about religion. Some of us talk about religion more than others in social settings, but it isn’t something we spend much time talking about as a group. The impact of religion and religious people on public policy is much more interesting.
Any atheist-friendly person who cares about keeping religion out of government is welcome to attend, participate, get involved, and will feel welcome in the CFFC. While we don't discriminate based on religious beliefs, we will challenge religious beliefs from time to time. You will find that our participants are progressive on social issues and usually lean left on issues of fiscal policy, but not always. We are a non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Florida and donations are tax-deductible, so we do not engage in politicking. This means we cannot promote or opposed political candidates and we do not align ourselves nor collaborate with political parties.
Our Events
Find all CFFC events on Meetup and in our monthly email. You can find most of our events on our Facebook page along with events from other groups that we share now and then.
SOCIALS
We plan our small, social events (pub nights and freethought cafes) on a monthly basis, so you won’t see them too far in advance. Those usually occur every week across Central Florida. These socials are sometimes at the same time and venue each month, but not always. Socials are for conversation, mostly. Eating and drinking are optional, but always an option. We try to find affordable places where it doesn’t feel quite like a sit-down dinner, but each event has it’s own vibe. If you email us, we can connect you with the event nearest you.
SECULAR WOMEN EVENTS
We have a vibrant women’s group. That is a private Facebook group that also meets regular in person. We know it sounds a little churchy, but it’s really not. All the Secular Women events are on Meetup, but not always on Facebook. Email jocelyn@cflfreethought.org to be added to the Secular Women Facebook group.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Each month, you can join us for biking, hiking, or kayaking on a weekend day. These are NOT high-impact activities, and are appropriate for just about everyone in the group. If you aren’t sure or have questions, email us and we’ll connect you with a host who can answer your questions.
VOLUNTEERING
Every month we clean up Kewannee Park in Casselberry or Oviedo Boulevard in Oviedo. We meet, chat, work for a while, and get to know one another while we work. These alternate each month. From time to time we volunteer at local non-profits or public lands that need assistance. Look for these volunteer events to be scheduled on weekends
EDUCATIONAL EVENTS
Just about every month the CFFC hosts an excellent speaker on a subject of interest to secular humanists. There is also a social event afterwards and we have t-shirts and other stuff for sale along with an exhibit table with general information about oru work and the interests of our supporters and followers. These educational events are currently (but not always) held at 2 PM on the third Sunday at the University Club of Winter Park.
ACTIVISM
Activism covers a lot of ground. These events aren’t scheduled on a cycle, but occur as issues arise. Look for events such as rallies, protests, secular invocations, and participation in local government meetings and events on our calendar. If you know of an event we should signal boost, let us know by emailing us at info@cflfreethought.org or use our Contact page.
OUTREACH
Outreach includes exhibit tabling at local or campus events, marching in parades, participating in panel discussions representing the views of atheists, humanists, or the separation between religion and government. Some of these events are on a cycle, such as Orlando Pride or the Veterans Day Parade in Orlando. Others come up whenever we are invited. Keep an eye on the Meetup calendar for these.
Keeping in Touch
No matter how you found us, there are other ways to keep up with what’s going on. Pick the ones that work for you.
Monthly emails through Constant Contact are the most popular way for people to get CFFC event information. We summarize everything once a month and even provide links to Meetup, Facebook, and include menu and Google Map links when appropriate. Sign up here or using the button below. Additional emails come in from time to time, but not too many.
Meetup.com (and the mobile app) is the platform of choice for scheduling CFFC events. Meetup doesn’t get all up in your business like social media sites do. We pay Meetup so you don’t have to. And it is about getting together, not selling your personal data. Give it a try! More on managing your Meetup account here.
Facebook allows you to view event details and RSVP to upcoming events. On Facebook page, click “Events.”
YouTube is where you can find our past educational events in our Speaker Series playlist here.
The CFFC website (where you are viewing this page) has a lot of great information—probably way more than you need. Have a look around and let us know if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
CFFC Educational Events are a great place to catch up with everything going on in the CFFC and make some new friends while you’re there. At these events, we feature an excellent speaker on a subject of interest to secular humanists, and we talk about upcoming events. These educational events are currently (but not always) held at 2 PM on the third Sunday at the University Club of Winter Park. You can find these events scheduled on Meetup and Facebook.
