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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. For this meeting\, we will read “334” by Thomas Disch. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated. \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_____ \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-17/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250627T203000
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Flint)
DESCRIPTION:This months Skeptics in the Pub (Flint) will be held at Grand Blanc Tap Bar and Grill \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-flint-105/
LOCATION:Grand Blanc Tap Bar & Grill\, 3021 E. Grand Blanc Road\, Grand Blanc\, 48439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250622T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T191059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T173408Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (ONLINE) - Guaranteed Basic Income: A Closer Look
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nGuaranteed basic income is a topic that we have touched on peripherally in the course of a couple of recent discussions about other issues. At the next Café Inquiry Online we’ll take a deeper dive into guaranteed basic income – how it works\, what it tries to accomplish\, why some think it might be necessary\, and what the various pilot programs have demonstrated. For background\, this article from the Basic Income Education Network looks at the surprisingly long history of the idea. There is a link to a video summary near the top of the article if you don’t want to read the whole thing. This interview from the University of North Carolina gives a good explanation of what we mean by universal or guaranteed basic income. Finally\, this Vox article explains how the idea of universal basic income is not as radical as we might think. Join us ONLINE for what we hope will be an enlightening discussion! \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 (Grand Rapids) meets each month IN PERSON on the second Sunday and ONLINE on the 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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/cafe-inquiry-online-12/
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:20250621T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250621T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Detroit)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Mercury Burger and Bar. \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 (Detroit) meets each month on the third Saturday. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-detroit-6/
LOCATION:Mercury Burger and Bar\, 2163 Michigan Ave\, Detroit\, 48216
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Cyburt":MAILTO:cyburt.andrew@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
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SUMMARY:Pride Festival Tabling (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Help spread the word about Michigan Humanists by volunteering for our information table at booth #96 at the 2025 Grand Rapids Pride Festival at Calder Plaza! \nVolunteers will greet passersby\, tell people about Michigan Humanists\, hand out free goodies\, and encourage people to sign-up for our email list to find out about upcoming events. \nTo make the day manageable volunteers will be assigned to a 2-3 hour time spot — with 2-3 volunteers working at a time. Volunteers are asked to arrive 15-30 minutes early to allow time for parking and to get instructions. \n1-2 volunteers are needed for setup from 9:00 am – 11:00 am\, and 2-3 volunteers are needed for: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\,  1:00 – 3:00 pm\, 3:00 – 5:00 pm and 5:00 – 8:00 pm (includes tear down). \nTo volunteer please RSVP by email to Cindy at: volunteers@michiganhumanists.org \nWhen you RSVP\, please include your name(s)\, email and cell number\, and what time(s) would work best for you. Volunteers will each be assigned one time slot. If your schedule is flexible\, please list all the time slots you are available to help us with scheduling. If you are available multiple time slots feel free let me know\, and we will make use of that only if needed.
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/pride-festival-tabling-grand-rapids-3/
LOCATION:Calder Plaza\, 351 Ottawa Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Cindy Krieg%2C Volunteer Coordinator":MAILTO:volunteers@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250526T123520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T123520Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-grand-rapids-103/
LOCATION:Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits\, Kentwood\, 2885 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SE\, Kentwood\, 49512
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T200000
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) will be held at Carlisle’s Restaurant. \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for non-theists 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 (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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-muskegon-14/
LOCATION:Carlisle’s Restaurant\, 470 W. Western Ave\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover":MAILTO:frankob5@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T191853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T201820Z
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SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION: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. \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. \nTo access the choir room enter the building via the Fountain Street entrance. (There may be scaffolding in place due to construction\, but you can walk under it). Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor\, and follow the Michigan Humanist signs. Or ask directions from someone. The choir room is located on the left at the south end of a main hallway. \nParking information – Street parking\, if you can find it\, is free on Sunday. The nearby GRCC Parking structure is free until 3 PM on Sunday\, although this is not advertised. You will need to take a ticket to enter the structure but the exit gate will be open if you leave before 3 PM. Parking is also available free for up to 2 hours in the Public Library lot for patrons. You will need to have your ticket validated in the library. If walking for any distance is a problem for you\, please contact us and we’ll see what can be arranged. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/ \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/living-without-religion-support-group-grand-rapids-10/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250608T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T190038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250531T192019Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Grand Rapids) - Pronatalism: What Should We Know?
DESCRIPTION:The Pronatalist movement advocates for higher birth rates in response to declining population growth –\nparticularly in developed countries – as a means of staving off economic and cultural collapse. Join us IN\nPERSON at the next Café Inquiry as Steve Andersen helps us delve into this movement – the policies it\npromotes and the motivations driving it\, economic\, ideological and/or religious. This is a topic that is\ngetting more and more attention and should prompt a lively discussion. This short YouTube video\, as well as this one\, provide some context. 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. \nTo access the choir room enter the building via the Fountain Street entrance. (There may be scaffolding in place due to construction\, but you can walk under it). Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor\, and follow the Michigan Humanist signs. Or ask directions from someone. The choir room is located on the left at the south end of the west hallway. \nParking information – Street parking\, if you can find it\, is free on Sunday. The nearby GRCC Parking structure is free until 3 PM on Sunday\, although this is not advertised. You will need to take a ticket to enter the structure but the exit gate will be open if you leave before 3 PM. Parking is also available free for up to 2 hours in the Public Library lot for patrons. You will need to have your ticket validated in the library. If walking for any distance is a problem for you\, please contact us and we’ll see what can be arranged. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month IN PERSON on the second Sunday and ONLINE on the 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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/cafe-inquiry-grand-rapids-in-person-13/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 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:20250525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T191052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T153332Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (ONLINE) - When Was America Great?
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nWe keep hearing that we are returning to the days when America was great. But when was that? At the next Cafe Inquiry we will explore what qualities make a nation great\, and look back at American history to identify the era when our country most embodied those qualities. If you want to explore the topic before we meet you can start with this video from The Daily Show. Here are two different commentaries on what makes America great – this one from 1944\, and this one from 2015. Here is another take on the issue\, and here is one columnists view of the question. Finally\, if you want to see how the process of making the country great again is going you can look at this article from The Hill – but make sure you’re sitting down. Hope you can join us ONLINE for what should be a 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 IN PERSON on the second Sunday and ONLINE on the 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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/cafe-inquiry-online-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:20250524T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250524T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250409T192538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T125518Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Detroit) *DIFFERENT DATE*
DESCRIPTION:*** DIFFERENT DATE *** This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Mercury Burger and Bar. \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 (Detroit) USUALLY meets each month on the third Saturday. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-detroit-5/
LOCATION:Mercury Burger and Bar\, 2163 Michigan Ave\, Detroit\, 48216
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Cyburt":MAILTO:cyburt.andrew@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250523T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250411T172652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T205022Z
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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. For this meeting\, we will read Babel 17 by Samuel R. Delany. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated. \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_____ \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-16/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250523T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250523T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250411T172230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T172230Z
UID:146211-1748025000-1748032200@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Flint)
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. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-flint-104/
LOCATION:Grand Blanc Tap Bar & Grill\, 3021 E. Grand Blanc Road\, Grand Blanc\, 48439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skeptics in the Pub
ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250516T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250409T191419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T191627Z
UID:146205-1747418400-1747429200@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-grand-rapids-102/
LOCATION:Broadleaf Brewery\, 2885 Lake Eastbrook Blvd\, Kentwood\, 49512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skeptics in the Pub
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250316T192543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T235749Z
UID:146130-1747249200-1747256400@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Lecture: Bridging the Divide - Finding Humanity in the Opposition (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a lecture by Wyoming\, MI Council Member\, Marissa Postler as she shares her experiences working with the “conservative old white dudes” on the Wyoming City Council. For more information about Marissa\, check out this article from TheHumanist.com \nThe venue for this month’s lecture is the Fountain Street Church chapel. \nParking Information    \nMetered street parking is free after 7 PM. \nThe nearby GRCC Parking structure is available to the public. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/ \n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/lecture-bridging-the-divide-finding-humanity-in-the-opposition-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church – Chapel\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Humanists":MAILTO:info@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T191847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T202050Z
UID:145941-1746968400-1746975600@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION: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. \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. \nTo access the choir room enter the building via the Fountain Street entrance. (There may be scaffolding in place due to construction\, but you can walk under it). Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor\, and follow the Michigan Humanist signs. Or ask directions from someone. The choir room is located on the left at the south end of a main hallway. \nParking information – Street parking\, if you can find it\, is free on Sunday. The nearby GRCC Parking structure is free until 3 PM on Sunday\, although this is not advertised. You will need to take a ticket to enter the structure but the exit gate will be open if you leave before 3 PM. Parking is also available free for up to 2 hours in the Public Library lot for patrons. You will need to have your ticket validated in the library. If walking for any distance is a problem for you\, please contact us and we’ll see what can be arranged. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/ \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/living-without-religion-support-group-grand-rapids-9/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T190040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T172006Z
UID:145897-1746961200-1746966600@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Grand Rapids) - Social Media Use by Kids
DESCRIPTION:Location – Fountain Street Church – 2nd Floor Choir Room \nCafé Inquiry starts with a short introduction of the day’s topic\, followed by casual discussion. \nThe Netflix miniseries “Adolescence” explores the effects of social media use on teens. Worldwide there is growing concern about these negative effects. The U.S. Surgeon General has said that social media is contributing to a mental health crisis in this group and has called for warning labels on social media platforms. A WHO report last year also expressed urgent concern about the rise in problematic social media use by youth. At the next Cafe Inquiry (live)\, we will discuss what is known about these negative effects and examine some of the solutions that have been proposed. Here are a few suggestions for exploring this topic beforehand. If you have the time and inclination\, watch the intense 4 episode Netflix series “Adolescence” mentioned above. Social media use plays a role in the show. This brief article from AP News talks about the previous Surgeon General Vivek Murthy’s call for warning labels on social media. Here is a 6 minute recording (and transcript) of an interview with Vivek Murthy on “All Things Considered”. This short article talks about the World Health Organization’s concerns about social media use among adolescents. This article from Yale Medicine has information and suggestions for parents. This audio clip and article from NPR discusses exposure to pornography from the internet and social media. Finally\, this longer 2020 article from the Canadian Medical Journal discusses some of the research on social media effects on kids. Hope to see you there! \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. \nTo access the choir room enter the building via the Fountain Street entrance. (There may be scaffolding in place due to construction\, but you can walk under it). Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor\, and follow the Michigan Humanist signs. Or ask directions from someone. The choir room is located on the left at the south end of the west hallway. \nParking information – Street parking\, if you can find it\, is free on Sunday. The nearby GRCC Parking structure is free until 3 PM on Sunday\, although this is not advertised. You will need to take a ticket to enter the structure but the exit gate will be open if you leave before 3 PM. Parking is also available free for up to 2 hours in the Public Library lot for patrons. You will need to have your ticket validated in the library. If walking for any distance is a problem for you\, please contact us and we’ll see what can be arranged. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month IN PERSON on the second Sunday and ONLINE on the 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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/cafe-inquiry-grand-rapids-in-person-14/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 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:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241220T184015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T152029Z
UID:145872-1746727200-1746734400@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) will be held at Liquid Assets Cocktail and Wine Bar. \nSkeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) meets at various pubs\, bars\, etc. This month we’ll be meeting again at Liquid Assets Cocktail and Wine Bar at Core Plaza\, inside the historic Lumberman’s Bank building. The five restaurants are currently open and there is a wide selection of drinks available. 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 drink. Consumption of alcohol is not expected or required. \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for non-theists 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 (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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-muskegon-13/
LOCATION:Liquid Assets Cocktail and Wine Bar\, 221 W. Webster Avenue\, Muskegon\, 49440\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover":MAILTO:frankob5@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T191044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T193546Z
UID:145918-1745751600-1745757000@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (ONLINE) - Ethical Objections to Charity
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nEthical Objections to Charity \nCharity is seen as a selfless act of kindness and compassion motivated by a desire to improve the lives of others. But some people argue that charity is sometimes carried out badly\, and some think it brings bad results even if it is done well. Join us ONLINE at the next Café Inquiry as we explore some of the ethical objections to charity. As time permits we will also take a look at some of the potential pitfalls of government assistance. For background reading\, this article examines some of the arguments against donating to international causes. This blog post looks at some of the ways philanthropy can go wrong. As a bonus\, here are two articles – one from the Heritage Foundation and one from Bloomberg reporting on the same results from a basic income pilot program. It’s instructive to see how the reporting on the results varies based on the underlying bias of the organization doing the reporting.  Join us for what should be a thought-provoking 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 IN PERSON on the second Sunday and ONLINE on the 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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/cafe-inquiry-online-10/
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:20250426T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250319T145400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T145240Z
UID:146145-1745659800-1745686800@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Long Lake Work Day
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease RSVP to Cindy at volunteers@michiganhumanists.org if you are able to help at our annual Long Lake Workday on Saturday\, April 26. Michigan Humanists members will be at the Long Lake Outdoor Center from 9:30am-5pm\, or until projects are completed. When you RSVP to Cindy let her know when you might arrive\, and how long you think you may be able to stay. This helps us plan the projects we can get finished\, and utilizes everyone’s time wisely. \nWe will spruce up the campground for summer use\, including by us for our Secular Summer Retreat in July! \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/long-lake-work-day-3/
LOCATION:Long Lake Outdoor Center\, 10370 Gun Lake Rd\, Middleville\, MI\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Humanists":MAILTO:info@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250425T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250325T223828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T173003Z
UID:146186-1745607600-1745614800@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 The Ministry of Time by Kalian Bradley. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated. \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_____ \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/sci-fi-book-club-grand-rapids-15/
LOCATION:Wealthy Street Bakery\, 610 Wealthy St SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250425T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250326T235028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T172921Z
UID:146190-1745605800-1745613000@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Flint)
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. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-flint-103/
LOCATION:Grand Blanc Tap Bar & Grill\, 3021 E. Grand Blanc Road\, Grand Blanc\, 48439\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250419T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250419T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250325T204424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T204424Z
UID:146184-1745083800-1745094600@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Detroit)
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. \nYou will find the group at a table with little Michigan Humanists table signs. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-detroit-4/
LOCATION:HopCat\, 4265 Woodward Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skeptics in the Pub
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Cyburt":MAILTO:cyburt.andrew@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20250325T203114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T203114Z
UID:146178-1744999200-1745010000@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Skeptics in the Pub will be held at Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits.\n \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/skeptics-in-the-pub-grand-rapids-101/
LOCATION:Broad Leaf Brewery & Spirits\, Kentwood\, 2885 Lake Eastbrook Blvd SE\, Kentwood\, 49512
CATEGORIES:Skeptics in the Pub
ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Pittman":MAILTO:jpittman@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T191842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T202354Z
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SUMMARY:Living Without Religion Support Group (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our new venue!! We’re now meeting in the choir room on the second floor of Fountain Street Church! See below for further information. \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. \nTo access the choir room enter the building via the Fountain Street entrance. (There may be scaffolding in place due to construction\, but you can walk under it). Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor\, and follow the Michigan Humanist signs. Or ask directions from someone. The choir room is located on the left at the south end of a main hallway. \nParking information – Street parking\, if you can find it\, is free on Sunday. The nearby GRCC Parking structure is free until 3 PM on Sunday\, although this is not advertised. You will need to take a ticket to enter the structure but the exit gate will be open if you leave before 3 PM. Parking is also available free for up to 2 hours in the Public Library lot for patrons. You will need to have your ticket validated in the library. If walking for any distance is a problem for you\, please contact us and we’ll see what can be arranged. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/ \nContact: Randy Kuipers\, livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org \n\n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/living-without-religion-support-group-grand-rapids-8/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054811
CREATED:20241230T190041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T202523Z
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Grand Rapids) Government Programs vs. Charitable Giving
DESCRIPTION:Join us in our new venue!! We’re now meeting in the choir room on the second floor of Fountain Street Church! See below for further information. \nWe’ve all heard the claims. Government is inefficient. Government social programs are wasteful. Private charities do a better job helping people. But the data may not support these statements.  Join us IN PERSON at the next Café Inquiry as we look in depth at charity and charitable giving throughout history and explore the transition from private charity to government programs. This somewhat lengthy 2014 article from Democracy deconstructs the myth of a time when private charity fulfilled all public needs. Here is a 2012 article from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities that debunks the claim that most federal low-income spending goes to “overhead” or “bureaucrats”. Finally\, to balance things a bit\, an article from the Foundation for Economic Education that claims that private philanthropy is much more effective than government programs. There are problematic claims in the article that undermine its premise which we’ll discuss. 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. \nTo access the choir room enter the building via the Fountain Street entrance. ( Not the big double doors. The smaller doors to the west. There may be scaffolding in place due to construction\, but you can walk under it). Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor\, and follow the Michigan Humanist signs. Or ask directions from someone. The choir room is located on the left at the south end of the west hallway. \nParking information – Street parking\, if you can find it\, is free on Sunday. The nearby GRCC Parking structure is free until 3 PM on Sunday\, although this is not advertised. You will need to take a ticket to enter the structure but the exit gate will be open if you leave before 3 PM. Parking is also available free for up to 2 hours in the Public Library lot for patrons. You will need to have your ticket validated in the library. If walking for any distance is a problem for you\, please contact us and we’ll see what can be arranged. \nCafé Inquiry (Grand Rapids) meets each month IN PERSON on the second Sunday and ONLINE on the 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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/cafe-inquiry-grand-rapids-in-person-15/
LOCATION:Fountain Street Church\, 24 Fountain NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 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:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054812
CREATED:20241220T184007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T180751Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon)
DESCRIPTION:Liquid Assets Cocktail and Wine Bar – 221 W. Webster Ave.\, Muskegon \nSkeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) meets at various pubs\, bars\, etc. This month we’ll be meeting at a new venue – Liquid Assets Cocktail and Wine Bar at Core Plaza\, inside the historic Lumberman’s Bank building. Three of the five planned restaurants are currently open and there is a wide selection of drinks available. 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 drink. Consumption of alcohol is not expected or required. \nSkeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for non-theists 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 (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/skeptics-in-the-pub-muskegon-12/
LOCATION:Liquid Assets Cocktail and Wine Bar\, 221 W. Webster Avenue\, Muskegon\, 49440\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover":MAILTO:frankob5@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250329T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054812
CREATED:20250320T123857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T145147Z
UID:146158-1743273000-1743280200@www.michiganhumanists.org
SUMMARY:Bowling Night (Detroit)
DESCRIPTION:Join the group for a night of bowling fun!  Meet the group at lanes 4 & 5.  Cost: ~$20 per person for bowling. Please RSVP to Andrew Cyburt at cyburt.andrew@proton.me if you plan to attend. \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. Please visit the Michigan Humanist Culture and Expectations page for more information. Speak to the event host or contact info@michiganhumanists.org if you feel these expectations are being violated. \nEvents are made possible by your financial support. Michigan Humanists is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible as provided by law. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at https://www.michiganhumanists.org/donate/ \n 
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/detroit-group-bowling-night/
LOCATION:The Garden Bowl\, 4140 Woodward Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201
ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Cyburt":MAILTO:cyburt.andrew@proton.me
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250328T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054812
CREATED:20250218T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T203845Z
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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’s book is “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Donations appreciated. \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-14/
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:20250328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250328T213000
DTSTAMP:20260411T054812
CREATED:20250218T184820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T184820Z
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Flint)
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. \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/skeptics-in-the-pub-flint-102/
LOCATION:Grand Blanc Tap Bar & Grill\, 3021 E. Grand Blanc Road\, Grand Blanc\, 48439\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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