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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-6/
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 - IN PERSON - Assisted Suicide and Disability Rights
DESCRIPTION:Assisted suicide is legal throughout Canada. However\, there is controversy about who should be eligible. In 2021\, the eligibility was extended to people who do not have terminal medical conditions. There has been concern among the disabled community that this extension puts their members at risk due to lack of medical\, financial and social support for Canadians with disabilities. There is concern that people will be coerced into assisted suicide because of this lack of support and bias against the disabled among healthcare providers. At the next Café Inquiry we will examine the pros and cons of this revision in the context of disability rights. If you would like to explore the topic before we meet\, here are some suggested links: a webpage supported by the group Dying with Dignity\, which was in support of the original law and the revision; a letter in opposition to the bill that extended the criteria; a statement by Gabrielle Peters\, a co-founder of the Disability Filibuster\, a movement protesting the revision; and the (very lengthy) report from the Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying. Additional material may be posted during the week of the event. Hope to see you IN PERSON on the 13th to discuss this important and complicated 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-grand-rapids-in-person-3/
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:20241013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241013T150000
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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/living-without-religion-support-group-grand-rapids-3/
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:20241016T190000
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Religion As Make Believe (Grand Rapids)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting lecture on the topic of Religion as Make-Believe: A Theory of Belief\, Imagination\, and Group Identity! Neil Van Leeuwen is a Professor of Philosophy at Florida State University and a recipient of the European Commission’s Marie Curie Fellowship. His research has been featured in the New York Times and The Atlantic and on NPR. You won’t want to miss this lecture! \nTo understand the nature of religious belief\, we must look at how our minds process the world of imagination and make-believe.\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-religion-as-make-believe-grand-rapids/
LOCATION:Calkins Science Center Auditorium #348\, 226 Bostwick Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, 49503
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SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub (Grand Rapids)
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 (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/skeptics-in-the-pub-grand-rapids-97/
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:20241025T183000
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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/sitp-fl-2023-01-27-2024-10-25/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241025T190000
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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\, “We Are Legion (We Are Bob)” by Dennis E. Taylor. \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. 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-10/
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:20241027T110000
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SUMMARY:Café Inquiry (Online) - Nobel Prizes 2024
DESCRIPTION:This event is held online. (Click the button to join the Zoom meeting.) \nJoin us at the next Café Inquiry Online as we take a deeper look into the recently-awarded 2024 Nobel prizes for medicine\, chemistry\, physics\, and economics. We’ll discuss some of the research behind these achievements and how these accomplishments have impacted our lives to date\, as well as how they will continue to influence the future. As time permits\, we’ll also discuss the prizes for peace and literature. For background\, here is a link to the Nobel website that has information about this year’s prizes\, along with a link giving a brief history of the awards as well as a complete list of all winners. Hope to see your virtual selves 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 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-4/
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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