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Living Without Religion Support Group (Grand Rapids)

Institute for Global Education at East Church UCC 1005 Giddings Ave S.E., Grand Rapids, MI

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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Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon)

Carlisle's Restaurant 470 W. Western Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

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 …

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Skeptics In The Pub (Grand Rapids)

Founders Brewing Co. 235 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

*This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Founders Brewing (outdoors if weather permits).* 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 …

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Café Inquiry (Online) – Carbon Credits and Offsets

Online Meeting – Link in Event Details

This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) The use of carbon credits and carbon offsets has become a popular approach for addressing the growth of carbon emissions and climate change. There has been a dramatic worldwide increase in carbon offset markets and in “carbon trading”. The global carbon offsets market …

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Skeptics In The Pub (Flint)

Grand Blanc Tap Bar & Grill 3021 E. Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc, United States

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 …

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Sci-Fi Book Club (Grand Rapids)

Wealthy Street Bakery 610 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids

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 "Artificial Condition: The Murderbot Diaries" by Martha Wells. This event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated. You will find the group at …

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Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon)

Carlisle's Restaurant 470 W. Western Ave, Muskegon, MI, United States

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 …

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Café Inquiry Grand Rapids – IN PERSON – Assisted Suicide and Disability Rights

Institute for Global Education at East Church UCC 1005 Giddings Ave S.E., Grand Rapids, MI

Assisted suicide is legal throughout Canada. However, there is controversy about who should be eligible. In 2021, the eligibility was extended to people who do not have terminal medical conditions. There has been concern among the disabled community that this extension puts their members at risk due to lack of medical, financial and social support …

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Living Without Religion Support Group (Grand Rapids)

Institute for Global Education at East Church UCC 1005 Giddings Ave S.E., Grand Rapids, MI

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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Lecture: Religion As Make Believe (Grand Rapids)

Calkins Science Center Auditorium #348 226 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids

Join us for an exciting lecture on the topic of Religion as Make-Believe: A Theory of Belief, Imagination, and Group Identity! Neil Van Leeuwen is a Professor of Philosophy at Florida State University and a recipient of the European Commission's Marie Curie Fellowship. His research has been featured in the New York Times and The …

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Skeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids)

Founders Brewing Co. 235 Grandville Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

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 …

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Skeptics in the Pub (Flint)

Grand Blanc Tap Bar & Grill 3021 E. Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc, United States

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 …

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