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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Electric Vehicle Downsides
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nMost people see electric vehicle adoption as a vital tool in reaching net zero carbon emissions in order to slow global warming. However\, not everyone agrees. At the next Café Inquiry Online we’ll take a look at some of the criticisms directed at electric vehicles and explore their validity (or lack thereof). The Daily Mail provides this slanted but mostly factually accurate article about some of the negative aspects of EVs. This Washington Post article makes the argument that “range anxiety” is an overblown issue. Join us ONLINE for what we hope will be an informative discussion! \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-08-27/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T210000
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SUMMARY:Sci-Fi Book Club (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION: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 are reading Goliath by Tochi Onyebuchi. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanist table signs. \nSci-fi Book club (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the fourth Friday.\n \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-2023-08-25/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230825T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
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SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Flint)
DESCRIPTION:***Skeptics in the Pub Flint will be held at 2441 Pollock Rd.\, Grand Blanc\, MI 48439 for August! This is a member’s home\, BYOB!*** \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Flint) meets each month on the fourth Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-fl-2023-01-27-2023-08-25/
LOCATION:2441 Pollock Rd.\, Grand Blanc\, MI 48439\, 2441 Pollock Rd.\, Grand Blanc\, MI\, 48439\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T161438Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:*This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at City Built Brewing** \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the third Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-gr-2023-01-20-2023-08-18/
LOCATION:City Built Brewing Company\, 820 Monroe Ave NW #155\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T143000
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CREATED:20180307T190546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T145736Z
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SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group - In Person!!
DESCRIPTION:  \nLiving 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. \nIf you have left your religion\, are thinking of leaving\, or would like to support others in similar situations — this is the space for you. You are not alone in your search for a secular lifestyle. Questions and stories will be shared\, friends will be made\, and discussions will be had. \nLiving Without Religion is always free and open to anyone who meets the above criteria. \nLiving Without Religion (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Any person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/lwr-gr-2023-08-13/
LOCATION:Institute for Global Education\, 1118 Wealthy Street S.E.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T145840Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry Grand Rapids - In Person! - Are Aspartame and Artificial Sweeteners Harmful?
DESCRIPTION: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” and “risk”\, and what the research actually says about the health effects of aspartame and other artificial sweeteners. This article from “Science-Based Medicine” clarifies the WHO’s decision to reclassify aspartame. The National Cancer Institute has a fact sheet about the health risks of artificial sweeteners. The contrast between this article from Harvard University and this one from Johns Hopkins illustrates the lack of consensus regarding artificial sweeteners and health. We are looking forward to a lively and informative IN PERSON discussion. Hope to see you there! \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-08-13/
LOCATION:Institute for Global Education\, 1118 Wealthy Street S.E.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230810T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub Muskegon (formerly Café Inquiry)
DESCRIPTION:  \nPigeon Hill Brewer’s Lounge – 895 4th Street\, Muskegon \nWe’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 out the new format\, enjoy the free-flowing conversation\, and let us know what you think! We’re open to suggestions\, including new meeting dates.  And don’t worry if you don’t drink. Consumption of alcohol is not expected or required. \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \n  \nSkeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) meets each month on the second Thursday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-msk-3-2023-02-09-2023-08-10/
LOCATION:Pigeon Hill Brewer’s Lounge\, 895 4th Street\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Hamlin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-muskegon@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20230107T164717Z
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UID:143769-1690570800-1690578000@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Sci-Fi Book Club (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanist table signs. \nSci-fi Book club (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the fourth Friday.\n \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-2023-07-28/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230728T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230728T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T210351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T002554Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Flint)
DESCRIPTION:***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! \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Flint) meets each month on the fourth Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-fl-2023-01-27-2023-07-28/
LOCATION:Home Venue Dean\, 2441 Pollock Rd.\, Grand Blanc\, MI\, 48439\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230723T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T180958Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Why Is Insurance So Hard?
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nWhy 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\, addresses these questions. At the next Café Inquiry\, we will talk about why insurance is so difficult to get right. If you’d like to explore the topic beforehand\, you can listen to or read the transcript of Sean Carroll’s Mindscape podcast interview with one of the authors of the book. Join us online for another lively discussion! \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-07-23/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230721T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T205011Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:***This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at City Built Brewing!*** \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the third Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-gr-2023-01-20-2023-07-21/
LOCATION:City Built Brewing Company\, 820 Monroe Ave NW #155\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230713T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry Muskegon - Where Are the Aliens? and Bad Science Reporting
DESCRIPTION:Lake Effect Bistro 730 Terrace Point Dr\, Muskegon\, MI 49440 \nThey 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 a lot of opportunities for intelligent life to arise. But here’s a link to a video that says that we indeed might be unique in the galaxy\, if not the universe. The video is 25 minutes and full of very interesting arguments worthy of interest on their own. \nBad science reporting is another topic for discussion. We’ve all seen discoveries hyped as the next great thing that will save humanity only to find out that the hype was just that. Sometimes this can have some very negative consequences in the real world\, with the overly credulous reporting on Theranos’s magical blood test being a relatively recent example. Here is a link to a post-mortem of the Theranos scandal that gives a good overview of how we should approach exciting new scientific claims. And here is a link to a Science Friday segment about how even professional scientific journals can be susceptible to excessive exuberance about new discoveries. Please bring a topic of your own\, if you wish. Join us at Café Inquiry Muskegon and enjoy the company and the discussion! \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Muskegon) meets each month on the second Thursday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-msk-3-2023-02-09-2023-07-13/
LOCATION:Lake Effect Bistro and Lounge – Shoreline Inn\, 750 Terrace Point Dr.\, Muskegon
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Hamlin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-muskegon@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T210049Z
UID:134197-1688907600-1688914800@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nLiving 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. \nIf you have left your religion\, are thinking of leaving\, or would like to support others in similar situations — this is the space for you. You are not alone in your search for a secular lifestyle. Questions and stories will be shared\, friends will be made\, and discussions will be had. \nLiving Without Religion is always free and open to anyone who meets the above criteria. \nLiving Without Religion (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Any person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/lwr-gr-2023-07-09/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T000709Z
UID:135458-1688900400-1688905800@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Canceled - Event Moved to July 8 at the Summer Retreat
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-07-09/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230707T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20220812T210006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T165610Z
UID:141235-1688752800-1688900400@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:2023 Secular Summer Retreat
DESCRIPTION:2023 Secular Summer Retreat\n \nLong Lake Outdoor Center\n10370 Gun Lake Rd\nMiddleville\, MI United States\nGet Directions \nOrganized by:\nStacey Murphy\nPhone: 616-259-0214\nEmail: info@michiganhumanists.org \n \nREGISTRATION CLOSES FRIDAY\, June 30! Extended to July 3rd! \nJoin us for the 2023 Secular Summer Retreat: July 7th-9th! Fun for all ages: great food\, cabins\, hiking\, canoeing\, swimming\, activities. \nExplore the historic campground with fellow Michigan Humanists members\, friends and family and enjoy the beauty of the Michigan summer.  \nThe retreat is fun for all ages\, and is both kid AND adult friendly. Delicious food prepared onsite by Michigan Humanists members\, group discussions\, kayaking\, canoeing\, swimming\, group games/sports\, art & science activities\, and scenic hiking and biking. \nThe Long Lake Outdoor Center is located inside the Yankee Springs Recreation Area (near Hastings\, MI). It offers historic cabins and large dining hall/lodge with giant fireplaces\, a craft house and sports fields\, among acres of beautiful forest\, with boat access to Long Lake\, and access to the Yankee Springs trails right from camp. \nRegistration Information\nRegistration fee includes: meals\, lodging\, activities and facility rental. \nMichigan Humanists Members receive a $10/person discount on Weekend Registration. Join Today and register at member prices! Member benefits begin with a donation of at least $120 annually or $10/monthly. \n2023 Registration Prices \nSaturday Only: Adults – $35\, Student/Child – $25 \nFull Weekend \nAdult: $100 ( Member $90)\nStudent/Child: $75 (Michigan Humanists Member $65) – Ages 4-18 and College Students\nInfant/Toddler: FREE – Ages 0-3 \nIf cost is a concern\, we have financial assistance is available\, and will work out a reduced cost that is affordable for you: Email us to learn more. \nVisit the REGISTER NOW button to buy tickets. Then you MUST fill out this form to tell us your dietary\, volunteer\, and lodging preferences and attendee details. \nHousing Options\n \nThere are a variety of large group-style cabins that sleep 8-20 people\, and smaller cabins that sleep 4-6 people. \nYou will select your housing preferences during registration. Cabins are assigned based on registration order – register early to get your first choice! \nNote: Lake cabins are the farthest away from the dining hall and bathhouse. \nCabin List: \n\nMansion House: sleeps 20\, two bedrooms and a central lounge – Group\nRoad House: sleeps 12\, two bedrooms and a central lounge – Group\nStage House: sleeps 8 – Group\nHill Cabins: sleeps 4-6/Private (9 units available )\nLake Cabins: sleeps 4-6/Private (8 units available)\n\nBed Layout: All cabins have twin beds or bunk beds with a mattress. Attendees are responsible for bringing their own pillow\, bedding or sleeping bag. \nVolunteer\nIn order to make the Retreat a success\, and keep costs low\, we ask that each person volunteer before or during the retreat to distribute the workload so everyone can enjoy the retreat. Please Note: We are requesting that people prioritize clean-up options – we are prioritizing food prep before the retreat so prep will be light but clean-up will be needed. Thank you!  \nBelow is a list of volunteer opportunities for you to consider. There is a section on the attendee details form for you to note your volunteer preferences for the retreat and below are the types of ways you can volunteer. Thanks in advance for your help! \n \nVolunteer Opportunities: \n\nPre-Retreat Planning Committee\nLodging/Registration\nFood Preparation\nFood Clean-up\nRetreat Setup/\nRetreat Clean-up/\nChildren’s Activities\nAdult Activities
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/2023-secular-summer-retreat/
LOCATION:Long Lake Outdoor Center\, 10370 Gun Lake Rd\, Middleville\, MI\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Humanists":MAILTO:info@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20230107T164717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T204244Z
UID:143768-1688151600-1688158800@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Sci-Fi Book Club (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION: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 Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanist table signs. \nSci-fi Book club (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the fourth Friday – but for June 2023 we will meet on June 30th\n \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-2023-06-23/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T152129Z
UID:135479-1687690800-1687696200@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Dying to Death
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nSteve Andersen leads this discussion on the topic of death/dying – something that many people avoid discussing for a variety of reasons. This subject is mostly taboo and reserved for one on one intimate conversations with loved ones. But mostly not even with them. Perhaps we in the West appear to have a skewed take on mortality/death which may be due to our Abrahamic trappings. Other cultures have different perspectives and rituals regarding death/dying.  We in the atheist/humanist community tend not to believe in an afterlife. We regard this life to be fleeting and have an almost zero chance of ever seeing our loved ones ever again. No heaven\, no hell\, no purgatory\, no consciousness\, only nothing. What better conversation to have and share our thoughts about death and dying with a group of like-minded people! Here are a few snippets to help jump start our conversation – a short Sam Harris video about death\, a video titled “Dying – A Guided Experience”\, and a video of Michael Sheen performing the Dylan Thomas poem\, “Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night”. \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-06-25/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230623T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230623T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T210351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T130612Z
UID:135095-1687545000-1687555800@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Flint)
DESCRIPTION:***This month’s event will be held at 6390 Coconut Ct.\, Grand Blanc\, MI 48439…it is a private residence\, BYOB!*** \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Flint) meets each month on the fourth Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-fl-2023-01-27-2023-06-23/
LOCATION:6390 Coconut Ct. Grand Blanc\, MI 48439\, 6390 Coconut Ct.\, Grand Blanc\, MI\, 49439\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20221217T182713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T205830Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Holland) - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:Skeptics in the Pub Holland is CANCELED permanently. Please watch the Michigan Humanists events calendar\, Facebook page\, and Meetup for other great opportunities to socialize with fellow freethinkers!  \n \n* This event is co-hosted with Secular and Social * \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Holland) meets each month on the third Tuesday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-holland-97-2023-06-20/
LOCATION:Big Lake Brewing\, 13 W 7th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Postma":MAILTO:timpostma123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20230415T184709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230520T164212Z
UID:144492-1686996000-1687032000@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:MI Humanists at Pride (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP to Cindy at volunteers@michiganhumanists.org if you are able to join us as a volunteer at Grand Rapids Pride! \nJoin us as we show our humanism! We will be welcoming people and spreading the word about Michigan Humanists. Set-up shifts begin at 10:00am and tear down will happen around 8:00pm or later. Pride is from noon until 10pm\, so feel free to hang around before or after volunteering! \nTo sign up for a shift\, please contact Cindy at volunteers@michiganhumanists.org. She will contact you to determine which time slot(s) or timeframe work best for you and the schedule.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/mi-humanists-at-pride-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Calder Plaza\, 351 Ottawa Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T134149Z
UID:134434-1686938400-1686949200@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:*This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at City Built Brewing. \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the third Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violat
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-gr-2023-01-20-2023-06-16/
LOCATION:City Built Brewing Company\, 820 Monroe Ave NW #155\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T210048Z
UID:134076-1686488400-1686495600@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nLiving 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. \nIf you have left your religion\, are thinking of leaving\, or would like to support others in similar situations — this is the space for you. You are not alone in your search for a secular lifestyle. Questions and stories will be shared\, friends will be made\, and discussions will be had. \nLiving Without Religion is always free and open to anyone who meets the above criteria. \nLiving Without Religion (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Any person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/lwr-gr-2023-06-11/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230611T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230604T174430Z
UID:135457-1686481200-1686486600@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - A Fresh Look at Adoption
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nMany people who want to restrict access to abortion support the idea that unwanted children can simply be adopted. But is this a benign solution to the issue of unwanted pregnancies?  It has been recognized that there are a number of problems that can arise in people who have been adopted\, and the cause of these problems is not entirely clear. At the next Café Inquiry\, we will discuss issues around the practice of adoption\, looking at the experiences of adopters\, adoptees\, and the biological parents. If you’d like to explore this topic ahead of our meeting\, here are some suggested readings and a video. This 13 minute “Flip the Script” video has adoptees talking about their own experiences of being adopted. You can explore the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Child Welfare Gateway page on adoption where there are links to a number of interesting articles. This very brief article discusses suicide risk in adoptees. This article discusses some reasons for the decline in international adoptions. This lengthy (25 pages) but fascinating New Yorker article provides a great exploration of the topic. If you can’t access the article\, here is a PDF. Join us as we discuss this timely topic! \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-06-11/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230608T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20210101T190145Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry Muskegon - Humanism and Its Aspirations
DESCRIPTION:  \nLake Effect Bistro and Lounge\, 750 Terrace Point Drive\, Inside the Shoreline Inn \nThe American Humanist Association published its third version of the Humanist Manifesto in 2003. Titled Humanism and Its Aspirations\, it was a successor document to Humanist Manifesto(s) I and II\, and lists six primary themes (see below). Join us at the next Café Inquiry as we discuss these themes and what they mean to us as humanists\, or as individuals\, or to society at large. As always\, we’ll follow the discussion wherever it takes us\, in our new (as of last month) venue overlooking Muskegon Lake! \n\nKnowledge of the world is derived by observation\, experimentation\, and rational analysis. (See empiricism.)\nHumans are an integral part of nature\, the result of evolutionarychange\, an unguided process.\nEthicalvalues are derived from human need and interest as tested by experience. (See ethical naturalism.)\nLife’s fulfillment emerges from individual participation in the service of humane ideals.\nHumans are social by nature and find meaning in relationships.\nWorking to benefit society maximizes individual happiness.\n\nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Muskegon) meets each month on the second Thursday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-msk-3-2023-02-09-2023-06-08/
LOCATION:Lake Effect Bistro and Lounge – Shoreline Inn\, 750 Terrace Point Dr.\, Muskegon
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Hamlin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-muskegon@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230528T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T205252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T145238Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Prescription Drug Advertising
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nThe Prescription Drug Marketing Act of 1987 authorized direct-to-consumer prescription drug ads for the first time. President Ronald Reagan signed this legislation into law on April 22\, 1988. Since then\, prescription drug ads have proliferated in all sorts of media. But is this a good thing\, or a not-so-good thing? It may be telling that only the United States and New Zealand allow such advertising. This Consumer Reports article looks at the increase in prescription drug ad spending and gives strategies for responding to these commercials.  This brief piece gives some insight as to how European countries regulate prescription advertising. This article from Northwestern University looks at some of the potential benefits of direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising. This USA Today article makes the case that the prescription drugs you see advertised are often not as useful or effective as the drugs they compete against. This Vox video looks at the effect on public health that results from this advertising. Here is an example of a typical prescription drug commercial. And here is an example of a prescription drug ad that falls outside the jurisdiction of the FDA\, for reasons we’ll touch on in our discussion. Join us at the next Café Inquiry Online as we look at some of the history of prescription drug marketing\, regulations related to this practice \, and what effect – if any – direct to consumer advertising has on healthcare spending and public health! \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nAttendees are able to future propose topics which would align with Michigan Humanist’s purpose: from atheism\, agnosticism\, humanism\, secularism\, and freethinking to broader subjects in science and humanities\, such as religion\, philosophy\, social issues\, politics\, evolution\, morality\, ethics\, and psychology. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second and fourth Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/ci-gr-2023-05-28/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230526T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20230107T164716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T175202Z
UID:143767-1685127600-1685134800@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Sci-Fi Book Club (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION: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 Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanist table signs. \nSci-fi Book club (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the fourth Friday.\n \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-2023-05-26/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230526T213000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20211129T210351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T224127Z
UID:135094-1685125800-1685136600@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Flint) New Venue!!
DESCRIPTION:Skeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nIn order to have a venue where we can hear people better\, we’re going to try and have a Skeptics in the Pub gathering at someone’s house. Here are the details:\n\nAddress TBA\n\nFood & Drink:\nBring your own drinks\nPotluck food\, or\, bring your own\n\nTopic: Is fascism growing in the USA\, or is it media hype?\n\nSkeptics in the Pub (Flint) meets each month on the fourth Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-fl-2023-01-27-2023-05-26/
LOCATION:Home Venue\, 11280 East Holly Rd.\, Davisburg\, 48350
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20221217T182713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T173445Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Holland)
DESCRIPTION:* This event is co-hosted with Secular and Social * \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Holland) meets each month on the third Tuesday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-holland-97-2023-05-16/
LOCATION:Big Lake Brewing\, 13 W 7th St\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tim Postma":MAILTO:timpostma123@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T013138Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics In The Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:*This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Founders Brewing (outdoors if weather permits).* \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nLearn 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 events on our calendar.) \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated\, but not expected. \nDon’t drink? That’s okay! Many famous skeptics were teetotalers\, and there is no problem with that. \nDrinking skeptically means drinking responsibly. Science teaches us what alcohol does to the human body. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the third Friday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Critiques on views and claims based on merit are allowed\, but not attacks on individuals who hold other perspectives. \nAny person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sitp-gr-2023-01-20-2023-05-19/
LOCATION:Founders Brewing Co.\, 235 Grandville Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T101515
CREATED:20180307T190546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T210043Z
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SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group (Online)
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nLiving 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. \nIf you have left your religion\, are thinking of leaving\, or would like to support others in similar situations — this is the space for you. You are not alone in your search for a secular lifestyle. Questions and stories will be shared\, friends will be made\, and discussions will be had. \nLiving Without Religion is always free and open to anyone who meets the above criteria. \nLiving Without Religion (Grand Rapids) meets each month on the second Sunday. \n— \nMichigan Humanists values the participation of all guests — requests for reasonable accommodation may be made by contacting the event host at least three days prior to the event. \nMichigan Humanists expects all guests to engage in respectful discussion. Any person engaging in disruptive behavior or harassment will be asked to leave\, and may be banned from future events pending the severity of the action. Please speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/lwr-gr-2023-05-14/
LOCATION:Online Meeting – Link in Event Details
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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