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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Muskegon)
DESCRIPTION:Carlisle’s Restaurant – 470 W. Western Ave. – Muskegon 49440 \nSkeptics in the Pub (Muskegon) meets at various pubs\, bars\, etc. For the time being we’ll be meeting at Carlisle’s in downtown Muskegon. Join us this month and enjoy the fellowship and free-flowing conversation. Look for the Michigan Humanist table signs. And don’t worry if you don’t 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-4/
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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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry Grand Rapids - What Is Project 2025?Who Are Its Instigators? Why Should We Care?
DESCRIPTION:We’re hearing a lot these days about Project 2025. Join us at our August IN PERSON Café Inquiry as Steve Andersen gives us the details of what Project 2025 entails. He’ll also look at who\, exactly\, is promoting this agenda and at why we should care about it. For background this approximately 8-minute YouTube video gives a high-level overview of Project 2025 along with 5 criticisms of the agenda. The Hill has an 11-minute video reacting to the President of the Heritage Foundation equating Project 2025 with a second American Revolution. This is a very timely and important topic and should prompt a lot of great conversation! \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. 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/cafe-inquiry-grand-rapids-in-person/
LOCATION:Institute for Global Education at East Church UCC\, 1005 Giddings Ave S.E.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frank Crownover and Jessica Wolin":MAILTO:cafeinquiry-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240811T150000
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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. \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-2024-08-11/
LOCATION:Institute for Global Education at East Church UCC\, 1005 Giddings Ave S.E.\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506
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ORGANIZER;CN="Randy Kuipers":MAILTO:livingwithoutreligion-grandrapids@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240815T210000
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SUMMARY:Lecture: The Evolution of God (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore “The Evolution of God” in which David Fitzgerald will explain how the concept of god has changed and mutated over the centuries. Q&A will follow the lecture. \nAbout David Fitzgerald:\nDavid is is an author and historical researcher who has been actively investigating the Historical Jesus question for over eighteen years. He has a degree in history and was an associate member of CSER (the former Committee for the Scientific Examination of Religion). He lectures around the world at universities\, churches and national secular events\, and also speaks to religious groups. You can read more about him here. His latest book series is titled “Playing God.”\n \nEvent Location\nCalkins Science Center\, Grand Rapids Community College – Room #348\n226 Bostwick Ave. NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49503 \nJoin us at Graydon’s Crossing after the event!\n1223 Plainfield Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49505 \nParking Information\nMeter parking is free after 7:00pm. \nPublic Parking in Campus Ramps: first 30 minutes free | $2.00 per half hour | Evening/Weekend max $6.00. \nGeneral Event Parking on Campus: $3.50 for events less than 3 hours | $6.00 for events lasting more than 3 hours. \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. \nCost: FREE / Suggested Donation $5. Donations to Michigan Humanists can be made at www.michiganhumanists.org/donate
URL:https://www.michiganhumanists.org/event/lecture-the-evolution-of-god-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Calkins Science Center Auditorium #348\, 226 Bostwick Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240816T180000
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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 Company. \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-2023-01-20-2024-08-16/
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:20240823T183000
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Flint) - New venue\, see description
DESCRIPTION:Skeptics in the Pub\, “Critical Thinking with a Pint\,” is an opportunity for nontheists to converse in a casual\, fun atmosphere. \nThis month is generously being hosted by Ian Reineck. Weather permitting\, we will be outside and have access to his pool. Bring a chair\, food to share\, and your favorite drinks. \nIan’s address is:\n4301 Winterwood Ln\nSaginaw\, MI 48603 \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-2023-01-27-2024-08-23/
LOCATION:MI
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dean Tersigni":MAILTO:skeptics-flint@michiganhumanists.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240823T190000
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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 Tusks of Extinction” by Ray Nayler. \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-8/
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:20240825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240825T123000
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Artificial Intelligence Friendship and Romance
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nIs it possible to have an intimate friendship or relationship with an artificial intelligence partner? The answer is yes! A growing number of people are using a variety of available apps to do this\, and many of them report developing serious and meaningful relationships. But some people are less enthusiastic. At the next Café Inquiry we will discuss what we know about these AI relationships\, their uses\, and their benefits and risks. If you’d like some background on the subject\, here are a number of links to material. This article from The Conversation gives a nice overview of the topic and discusses some research findings. There are a number of videos discussing the experience of people who have had AI relationships\, including this 22-minute video\, this 3-minute video\, and this 33-minute Voice of America video. This article and this Reuters article explore some of the negative aspects of AI relationships\, as does this article (and this PDF of that same article). Join us ONLINE to discuss this fascinating 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 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. 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/cafe-inquiry-online-2/
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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