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Due to pandemic concerns, SkeptiCamp NYC is going "virtual" this year! We're running the whole thing through a video conference platform! That means you do NOT need to be in the New York City area to attend it! When: December 5th, 2020; 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Eastern Time Where: Link to the...

Registration is not only NOW OPEN, but as far as I can tell, all of the bugs they initially had on the registration form have been worked out. So, now's the BEST time to get your tickets! https://necss.org/ Taking place July 11 to 14, 2019; in Manhattan (that's in NYC), at the Fashion...

Just a reminder in case anyone hasn't seen it yet, the Northeast Conference for Science and Skepticism will happen in July this year. 12-15 July to be specific. It will be at FIT again (let's hope there is no fire). Leighanne Lord will be the MC (if you don't know her, you are missing out)...

This year, the Northeast Conference on Science and Skepticism will be 29 JUN - 2 JUL, 2017 in NYC. Highlights: Keynote SPeaker: Mike Massimino (NASA Astronaut) An Evening with James Randi New MC (Leighann Lord) Jennifer Lopez Lots of social events

I didn't see anything mentioned about this here, so just wanted to pass this along. It's later in the year than before, and close to the 4th of July, so you can make a bigger trip out of it if you want. Details: http://necss.org/2016/12/20/save-the-date-for-necss-2017/

May 12-15, 2016 in New York City 1) Me (Two of the Three Stooges will be in attendance)

April 9-12, 2015 in New York City From the announcement: The Northeast Conference on Science & Skepticism will be bigger than ever in 2015 with fabulous presenters, exciting panels, and engaging workshops. We're thrilled to announce that NECSS 2015 will be co-sponsored by the Society for...

Just a reminder that discounted registration for NECSS 2014 ends on March 20. Register by then to save up to 21% on registration. www.necss.org/register

April 11-13 in NYC. New venue this year, still at FIT but in the Reeves Great Hall rather than the Haft Auditorium (more of a conference feel). The register link is here. Plus, student tickets are only $25 (single day) and $45 (2-day), while they last! More info here: Scheduled to appear...

April 11-13, 2014 in New York City 1) Me

It's ON, once again!! December 7th, 2013 From 10 AM to 6 PM (Doors open around 9 AM) Shetler Studios 244 W 54th St, New York, NY Room: Shetler 1 on the 12th floor (212) 246-6655 It's an "unconference". Anyone can be a speaker, as long as the topic has something to do with science and/or...

As I mentioned last year, I happen to belong to a bit of a social skeptical group, in New York City, called The Jolly Thirteen Club. It is based on the old Thirteen Club, an anti-superstition social gathering established in the 1880's. We meet on the 13th of every month, usually for dinner in...

NECSS 2013 registration is now open and new speakers have been announced: Heather Berlin, Nathalie Molina Nino, Bob Blaskiewicz, Cat Bohannon, and Karen Strachan. Also, the conference will offer a full day of workshops Friday April 5 from 10AM – 5PM. Hope everyone can make it! More info at...

It's ON!! December 8th, 2012 From 10 AM to 6 PM (Doors open around 9 AM) Shetler Studios 244 W 54th St, New York, NY Room: Shetler 1 on the 12th floor (212) 246-6655 It's an "unconference". Anyone can be a speaker, as long as the topic has something to do with science and/or skepticism, in...

I happen to belong to a bit of a social skeptical group, in New York City, called The Jolly Thirteen Club. It is based on The Thirteen Club, an anti-superstition social gathering established in the 1880's. We meet on the 13th of every month, usually for dinner in some reasonably priced...

SkeptiCamp arrives at the Big Apple, for a third time! Come, share that apple of knowledge with us! Registration for SkeptiCamp NYC 2011 is now open! This year, we are providing lunch! http://www.skepticampnyc.org/ It is taking place December 3rd, 2011 From 10:00 AM to about 6:00 PM or so...

As part of NECSS Weekend, we are offering group visits to the American Museum of Natural History. As an added bonus some special guests, including Phil Plait, John Rennie, and Steve Novella will be joining each group. Phil Plait and John Rennie will be joining the Museum+Space Show group on...

Next year's Northeast Conference on Science and Skepticism will take place on April 9-10, 2011 in New York City. This will be our third annual conference, and it will bigger and better in every way -- with a larger venue, more speakers, and more events! The conference will be expanding to two...

I know something I won't tell! :p Anyhow, I'm going. Add your name to the list if you are too. 1) The Central Scrutinizer

Celebrate Darwin Day with NYC Skeptics! When: Saturday February 7, 2009 @ 1PM Where: Pace University, 1 Pace Plaza, Second Floor (lecture hall TBD) Free and open to the public - Due to security procedures at Pace University, please RSVP by February 5 to [email protected] with your...

NYC Skeptics Public Lecture Series presents Carl Zimmer - The Darwin Beat: Reporting from the Frontiers of Evolution When: Thursday December 4 @ 7:00 PM Where: Rockefeller University Weiss Building Room 305 1230 York Avenue @ 66th St. Admission is free and open to the public. On March...

Drinking Skeptically When: Wed, Nov 26, 8:00pm – 11:59pm Where: The Four-Faced Liar - 165 West 4th St. (between Sixth and Seventh Avenues) Description: Drinking Skeptically is an informal event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded...

Drinking Skeptically When: Wed, Oct 29, 8:00pm – 11:59pm Where: The Four-Faced Liar - 165 West 4th St. (between Sixth and Seventh Avenues) Description: Drinking Skeptically is an informal event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded...

Join New York City Skeptics as we celebrate our first anniversary with a special lecture by James "The Amazing" Randi. James Randi: I Doubt That! When: Friday October 10, 2008 @ 7:00 PM Where: Caspary Auditorium @ Rockefeller University - 1230 York Avenue (66th St.) New York City Admission...

NYC Skeptics Meet the Author Series presents Mark Alpert: Final Theory - The Science of Fiction When: Monday September 8, 2008 @ 7:00 PM Where: SLC Conference Center, 352 7th Ave (30th st.) 16th Fl. NYC 10001 Scientific American editor Mark Alpert introduces his debut novel, Final Theory, a...

Join New York City Skeptics and ScienceBlogs for a special get together Saturday August 9 with over a dozen Science Bloggers, including: Orac (Respectful Insolence) GrrlScientist (Living the Scientific Life) Ed Brayton (Dispatches from the Culture Wars) Maria Brumm (Green Gabbro) Suzanne...

NYC Skeptics Public Lecture Series presents Lori Lipman Brown “A Skeptic Goes to Washington” When: Saturday July 26 @ 1:00 PM Where: Shetler Annex 939 8th Ave. Suit 204 (at 55th St.) If you are skeptical about whether God exists -- or if you feel certain one does but support the rights...

The May edition of Drinking Skeptically will take place tomorrow, May 28th. Our last DS was the most well-attended ever and we are expecting equally high turnout this month. All are welcome! For the latest on who is planning to attend, check out the New York City Drinking Skeptically Meetup...

It's tonight!! =============================== Drinking Skeptically Scientifically proven to be a good time! Drinking Skeptically is an informal event designed to promote fellowship and networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and like-minded individuals. Drinking Skeptically provides...

NYC Skeptics Public Lecture Series presents: Massimo Pigliucci “Of Paradigm Shifts and the Objectivity of Science” When: Saturday April 5 @ 1:00 PM Where: University Settlement 184 Eldridge St. (at Rivington St., two blocks south of Houston) Click here for map. Admission is free and...