This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits. Skeptics in the Pub, "Critical Thinking with a Pint," is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual, fun atmosphere. Learn more about the international Skeptics in the Pub movement at skepticsinthepub.org. (We don't invite speakers, but rather follow …
Skeptics in the Pub, "Critical Thinking with a Pint," is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual, fun atmosphere. Learn more about the international Skeptics in the Pub movement at skepticsinthepub.org. (We don't invite speakers, but rather follow our conversations wherever they take us. For a more structured discussion, look for Café Inquiry …
Science Fiction has long been a genre which has explored Humanist values. Join us as we read and discuss everything from classic sci-fi to newly published works. This month's book is, "Inanna" by Emily H. Wilson. This event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated. You will find the group at a table with …
This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) Many of us marvel at other people’s unwillingness to change their minds. Yet perhaps we should also be marveling at our own ideologic tenacity. Not surprisingly, this clinging to ideas has been studied. At the next Café Inquiry ONLINE we will discuss why …
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This year marks the 25th year of the Kaufman Interfaith Institute's annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration. We will be celebrating at Westminster Presbyterian Church in downtown Grand Rapids. During the event, we will hear from members of our community representing an array of religious, spiritual, and secular worldview identities as they discuss this year's theme, "Gratitude …
Lately we’ve seen a number of headlines about companies changing or eliminating their diversity, equity and inclusion programs. This week at Café Inquiry we’ll look at how and why these programs came into being, and why they’ve lately come under attack. We’ll also look at what the programs are supposed to accomplish and what kind …
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Living Without Religion is a support group for those who are recovering or have recovered from religion. These people know your struggles, and can offer support. We will share experiences, resources, and solidarity to help deal with all the problems related to leaving religion and moving onward in your life. If you have left your …
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Carlisle's Restaurant – 470 W. Western Ave. – Muskegon 49440 Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) meets at various pubs, bars, etc. For the time being we’ll be meeting at Carlisle's in downtown Muskegon. Join us this month and enjoy the fellowship and free-flowing conversation. Look for the Michigan Humanist table signs. And don’t worry if you don’t …
This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) Here in the U.S. one particular winter holiday dominates the landscape at this time of year. But it’s just one of many in a season that’s been full of celebrations of celestial phenomena and birthdays of gods and demigods throughout history. Take a …
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Skeptics in the Pub, "Critical Thinking with a Pint," is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual, fun atmosphere. Learn more about the international Skeptics in the Pub movement at skepticsinthepub.org. (We don't invite speakers, but rather follow our conversations wherever they take us. For a more structured discussion, look for Café Inquiry …
Carlisle's Restaurant – 470 W. Western Ave. – Muskegon 49440 Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) meets at various pubs, bars, etc. For the time being we’ll be meeting at Carlisle's in downtown Muskegon. Join us this month and enjoy the fellowship and free-flowing conversation. Look for the Michigan Humanist table signs. And don’t worry if you …
