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Disclaimer: While we encourage Objectivist community groups, they are not affiliated with the Center. The appearance on this list of a community group does not imply ARC’s endorsement. Would you like to study Ayn Rand’s ideas, engage in activism or just socialize with like- minded people? Find out if there is an Objectivist community group in your area-or start one yourself. What Do Community Groups Do?A community group’s activities vary depending on its members’ interests and time. Successful groups usually engage in one or more of the following activities: study, activism and socializing. Study groups focus on increasing their members’ understanding of Objectivism. They generally meet to discuss a topic, essay or lecture on some aspect of Ayn Rand’s philosophy. Some groups undertake a systematic study of Leonard Peikoff’s book Objectivism: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand. Activist groups focus on promoting rational ideas to the general public. Activities may include bringing Objectivist speakers to their community or engaging in letter-writing campaigns to their local newspaper. Groups interested in activism should visit our activism page. Some groups simply want to give members a chance to meet other people interested in Ayn Rand’s philosophy. They often meet for regular meals, or engage in group activities such as hiking or visiting museums. Community groups often work together with campus Objectivist clubs. ARC encourages such cooperation whenever possible. In general, it is recommended that community groups watch the three-part lecture series Cultural Movements - Creating Change that Dr. Yaron Brook and Dr. Onkar Ghate presented at the 2008 Objectivist summer conference. Ayn Rand Center SupportWhile Objectivist community groups exist independently of ARC, we do offer occasional support for groups that support the Center and its efforts to bring about a rational culture. For example, ARC can sometimes provide groups with materials or help arrange for speakers. If you would like to learn more or inquire about speakers, e-mail to communitygroups@aynrandcenter.org. The Ayn Rand Institute eStore is a good resource for learning more about Objectivism. All of our websites are also at your disposal. In particular, see our Tea Party page that allows you to download and print materials to be distributed at Tea Parties. For resources on Healthcare, visit our Health Care page. Please note that ARC does not provide support for clubs that engage in activities that we believe harm Objectivism (e.g., supporting the Libertarian movement). Find a Community GroupArizonaValley Objectivists, Phoenix AreaBritish Columbia, CanadaNorthwest Objectivists, Vancouver ChapterCaliforniaGolden Gate Objectivists, San Francisco Bay AreaSoCal Objectivists, Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire, CA
ColoradoFront Range Objectivism, Denver, COConnecticutConnecticut Objectivism Discussion Group, Southbury, CTDistrict of ColumbiaDC Objectivist Salon (DCOS)FloridaAyn Rand Society for Individual Rights of NaplesSouth West Florida Objectivists (SWFO) from Sarasota to Marco IslandGeorgiaAtlanta Objectivist Society, Atlanta, GAIllinoisChicago Objectivists, Chicago, ILIowaDes Moines Objectivist Group, Des Moines, IALouisianaNew Orleans Objectivists, LA
MarylandCharm City Objectivists, Baltimore, MDMassachusettsGreater Boston Objectivist Club, Boston, MAMichiganGreat Lakes Objectivists, Redford and Novi, MI (Detroit metro area)Metro Detroit Objectivists (MDO), Sterling Heights, MI (Detroit metro area)
MinnesotaMinnesota Objectivist Association (MOA), Twin Cities, MNMissouriAyn Rand Club of KC, Kansas City, MO
Ayn Rand Society of St. Louis, St. Louis, MO
NebraskaOmaha Area Objectivists (OAO), Omaha, NENevadaThe Objectivist Club of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas, NVObjectivist Club of Nevada- Reno, Reno, NVNew JerseyCentral Jersey Objectivists, Union County, NJNew MexicoAlbuquerque Objectivist Society, Albuquerque, NM
New YorkNew York Objectivist Society, New York, NYNew York Heroes Society, New York, NYNorth CarolinaCarolina Objectivists, Charlotte, NC
Asheville Objectivists, Asheville, NC
OhioOhio Objectivist Society, Cleveland, OHOntario, CanadaToronto Objectivist Association (TOA), Toronto, ONOregonNorthwest Objectivists, Portland ChapterPennsylvaniaChester County Objectivists, Chester County, PAEastern Pennsylvania Objectivist Club (EPOC), Bethlehem, PAPhiladelphia Region Objectivists (PRO), Philadelphia, PARhode IslandAyn Rand Admirers of Rhode Island, RI and surrounding areaSouth CarolinaNew South Objectivists, primarily South Carolina, North Carolina, GeorgiaTexasAustin Objectivists, Austin, TX
Houston Objectivism Society, Houston, TXVirginiaRichmond ObjectivistsSoutheastern VA Objectivist ClubWashingtonNorthwest Objectivists, Seattle Chapter
Start a New GroupIf there is no group listed near you, consider starting one. Contact communitygroups@aynrandcenter.org to find out about other Objectivists in the area. Note: we do not give out anyone’s contact information without his or her permission. If you would like your community group to be listed on our Web site, please contact communitygroups@aynrandcenter.org and include your club name, location, and contact person or persons’ e-mail address. We’ll get back to you with more information, including whether we can list your club. Current events |
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