We will NOT meet Sunday. This week's Café Inquiry will be held live on JULY 8 at the Secular Summer Retreat. The topic is The Rise of Christian Nationalism. Café Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day's topic, followed by casual discussion. This event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated, but …

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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 …

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Lake Effect Bistro 730 Terrace Point Dr, Muskegon, MI 49440 They must be out there. Right? Right??? There are an estimated couple of sextillion stars in the observable universe, most or all with planets, so we can’t be the only ones, right? Even within our own galaxy there are about a hundred billion stars. That’s …

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***This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at City Built Brewing!*** 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 …

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This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) Why is insurance so expensive? Why do insurance companies insure themselves? How well do we understand how insurance works (or doesn’t work)?  What is “Adverse Selection”? An interesting new book, titled Risky Business: Why Insurance Markets Fail and What to Do About It, …

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***This month's Skeptics in the Pub - FLINT location will be 2441 Pollock Rd. Grand Blanc, MI 48439*** It's a member's home - BYOB! 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 …

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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's book isThe Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi. This event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated, but not expected. You will find the group …

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  Pigeon Hill Brewer's Lounge - 895 4th Street, Muskegon We're trying something different! Café Inquiry Muskegon is, at least for now, Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon).We will meet at various pubs, bars, etc.  We might change up locations, especially in the summer months when outdoor options are available. Join us this month to try …

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The World Health Organization recently added the artificial sweetener aspartame to its list of possible human carcinogens. But what is the actual significance of this? Join us LIVE and IN PERSON (woo hoo! Finally!) at Café Inquiry Grand Rapids as we take a look at the reasoning behind the WHO’s move, the difference between “hazard” …

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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 …

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*This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at City Built Brewing** 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 …

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