In the book Poverty By America, the sociologist and Pulitzer prize winning author Matthew Desmond explores the nature of poverty in the US and the reasons why the US has more poverty than any other advanced democracy. He also discusses actions that can be taken to improve things. Join us IN PERSON at the next …

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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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Join us for our annual Solstice Dinner Celebration! Come socialize with fellow Humanists. Meet with old friends, and make some new ones. Doors open at 6:00 pm.Dinner will be served at 7 pm.Cash bar. Dressy casual attire. Free parking available in nearby lots. Financial assistance is available. Inquire at info@michiganhumanists.org. Michigan Humanists values the participation of …

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*This month’s Skeptics in the Pub has been cancelled.* 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. …

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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 …

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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 we're reading the Thessaly trilogy by Jo Walton. Books include; The Just City, The Philosopher Kings, and Necessity. How many can you finish by the meeting? …

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This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) This is the time of year that Nativity scenes and pageants abound. But is there any actual history behind these stories? Join us ONLINE on the eve of the Solstice (as marked on the old Roman calendar) as we take a look at …

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This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) 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 …

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  The Early Owl - 451 W. Western Ave. - Muskegon 49440 Café Inquiry Muskegon is now Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon). We will meet at various pubs, bars, etc. Join us this month for our first meeting of 2024 at The Early Owl in Downtown Muskegon and enjoy the fellowship and free-flowing conversation! Look …

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This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) Rooftop solar panels can play an important role in reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change. At the next Café Inquiry we will look at some of the ins and outs of rooftop solar. We'll also explore various ways of dealing with the …

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This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) NOTE – Our previous live meeting venue has changed owners and is unavailable so we’ll be meeting online for the month of January. Living Without Religion is a support group for those who are recovering or have recovered from religion. These people know …

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*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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