BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Meetup//Meetup Calendar 1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH NAME:Sacramento Freethinkers, Atheists, & Nonbelievers (FAN) X-WR-CALNAME:Sacramento Freethinkers, Atheists, & Nonbelievers (FAN) BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo-outlook/America/Los_Angeles X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:19700308T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:19701101T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_316857320@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T120000 SUMMARY:Coffee and Community at Reason Center DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nOur start time has changed for June to 10:30\, just a little earlier. We will see if it is good fit this month.\n\nWe are meeting at the Reason Center in the library. Come join us for coffee\, tea\, and treats. Newcomers are welcome!\n\nThis event is just for casual conversation on topics of the da y.\n\nHope to see you soon!\nReason Center Community Committee URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/316857320/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20261005T181044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T181044Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_316848956@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261025T160000 SUMMARY:Sacred Cows and Golden Calves by Tim Flood DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\n**S unday\, October 25\, 2pm --4pm\, Doors open at 1:45 pm.**\n**Location: Rea son Center\, 1300 Ethan Way\, Suite 675\, Sacramento.**\n**Sponsored by At heists & Other Freethinkers (AOF).**\n\n**Tim Flood's first thought** was to tell his mother's difficult story of abuse in Washington State in the e arly 1940s. Instead\, he chose to write a novel\, loosely based on his mot her's experience set far away in the Middle East and long ago in the 13th c. BCE. Then he saw the deep beliefs underlying the way his mother was tre ated. **He calls those beliefs "sacred cows and golden calves\," the outmo ded ways of thinking that plague humanity\, including today.**\n\n***The f lower of Canaan*** became a story of a woman's abuse and her courageous de fiance. Writes on reviewer\, the novel is "... an unforgettable portrait o f a woman who refuses to let the worst moments of her life define her."\n\ nTim will share his own emotional journey and challenges as a male writer trying to give voice to a woman's struggles. **He will also talk about the imperative to shake off still-powerful primitive beliefs about women** an d to evolve men's ways of thinking about and relating to women.\n\n-Event is open to the public. Free parking in the lot.\n-OK to BYO snack/beverage - or to share if you wish. Water provided.\n-No entrance fee\; donations gratefully accepted.\n-Contact: president@aofonline.org URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/316848956/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20261005T041204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T041204Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_316955656@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261101T200000 SUMMARY:Skeptics in the Pub DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nWe settled on a final location! Urban Roots! We will usually meet in the back patio (out the exit door to the far right). There are several tables out there\, under a tent. It is quieter and there is more room. If the weather is not conducive\, we will grab a table inside.\n\nThis is an ideal locat ion and will be our permanent home.\n\nThis is cross-posted on both the Sa cramento Skeptics and the SacFAN pages\, so there could be more attending than seen here. URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/316955656/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20261013T013148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T013148Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_315653009@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261108T130000 SUMMARY:Sunday Assembly and Potluck DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\n**S unday Assembly** is a non-religious congregation that meets once a month t o share our stories\, create community\, and learn from our experiences. W e are inclusive and everyone is valued here.\n\nSunday Assembly Sacramento is held in the Reason Center at 1300 Ethan Way\, Suite 675 toward the bac k of the building. As always\, families are welcome. The doors open at 10: 30 am and the program will begin at 11:00 am.\n\nWe will have a speaker\, a short Doing Your Best presentation by a member\, and a potluck. Please b ring a dish to share unless you are a newcomer. Donuts and coffee are prov ided. Hope to see you there! URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/315653009/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20260712T141007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T141007Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_314126963@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261110T210000 SUMMARY:Film and Discussion Night On Zoom DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nCom ing to your home theatre by Zoom! The Reason Center of Sacramento will hos t a monthly movie night where we will share movies and discuss afterward. The Reason Center has an MPLC License ([https://www.mplc.org/page/the-umbr ella-license](https://www.mplc.org/page/the-umbrella-license))\, which all ows us to legally show copyrighted films and TV programs in public spaces as long as we follow a couple of simple rules:\n\n1. We can't make any mon ey from showing these films - no problem\, we would dream of charging admi ssion!\n2. We can't publish movie titles on public platforms like meetup.\ n\nSo\, to abide by that second rule\, we'll tell you generally that the m ovie will may be some historical piece or biopic focused on the heroes of the humanistic and secular movement. Or we may show movies that spotlight religious themes. Or we may occasionally enjoy some fun comedy or cartoon. In any case\, we will conclude with a good discussion of the content\, af terward.\nWe will discuss future films to show at the end of each event\, or if you see us in real life or a Zoom meeting\, we'll be happy to tell y ou what movie we plan to show next. So stay tuned! URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/314126963/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20260405T002350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260405T002350Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_kkfpztyjcpbrb@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261113T210000 SUMMARY:Movie Night at Reason Center DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nMov ie nights in person in the Library at the Reason Center in Sacramento. We are at 1300 Ethan Way\, Suite 675-B in the back corner of the building. We provide the popcorn\, feel free to bring your own snacks as well.\n\nThe actual movie is a secret\, because of our MPLC License (https://www.mplc.o rg/page/the-umbrella-license) and the stodgy rule of law -- but we can sli p you a hint. We also encourage a post-film discussion\, which makes this educational\, sort of.\n\nThere is no fee to attend\, but we appreciate do nations to the Reason Center unless you are a first-timer. If so\, you are our guest. Mark your calendar! We want to see you! URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/kkfpztyjcpbrb/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20260801T234631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T234631Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_316175892@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261114T113000 SUMMARY:Blasphemy Brunch - Folsom\nOriginal Mel’s Diner DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nWel come to FAN's casual Blasphemy Brunch at Folsom's Original Mel's Diner! If you're a non-religious person looking to meet other “nones\,” join us for some refreshing secular company and conversation. There is no agenda and everyone orders/pays for themselves.\n**Please RSVP** by 9:30am Saturd ay URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/316175892/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20260819T010432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T010432Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_pwwnssyjcpbtb@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T110000 SUMMARY:Blasphemy Breakfast - Rocklin DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nDo you like to hang out with local like-minded people? Want a chance to get t o know FANs in smaller groups? Or do you just get hungry on Sunday morning s? JOIN US at Mel's Diner for what we call our "Blasphemy Breakfast"\, not that we blaspheme that much\, but atheist-related topics are known to com e up at times.\n\nThis is a great event to start with\, if you haven't bee n to SacFAN Meetup events before. Also a great group of people to answer a ny atheist questions you might have\, help you learn more about all the fr eethinking goings-on in the region\, or help you any way we can. It's alwa ys a breath of fresh air to have brunch with like-minded friends. And we'l l surely be friends once we've met you.\n\nI recommend their malts\, omele ts\, biscuits n gravy\, and grilled cheese. It's all good. And everyone's friendly here. URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/pwwnssyjcpbtb/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20220220T201352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220220T201352Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_316629264@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261115T140000 SUMMARY:Ancient Christian Study Group DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\n**C hange of Venue:** *Beginning in 2024\, we have decided to change to a new location that will offer more space\, whether we want to meet inside or ou t. We will be meeting at Mast Coffee at 1430 28th Street.*\n\nThe history of ancient Christianity is an endlessly fascinating topic. Don Fox and Ste ve Thoreson are facilitating this meet up to review the history of Rome\, religions of the Roman empire\, Gnosticism\, Mystery cults\, history of Ch ristian persecutions\, biographies of major Christians\, the history of th e Bible and many other related topics. If you ever wanted to sort out Euse bius from Clement\, or Constantine from Diocletian\, or the Vulgate from t he Septuagint\, then this group is for you.\n\nPrevious biblical knowledge is not required to participate.\n\nWe will be meeting every third Sunday. Each meeting a specific topic will be covered. Check the comment section to find out what the current readings and topics of discussion are. URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/316629264/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20260919T215042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T215042Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:event_316649211@meetup.com SEQUENCE:1 DTSTAMP:20261020T145728Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261116T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261116T200000 SUMMARY:Game Night at the Reason Center DESCRIPTION:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN)\nThe Reason Center will be hosting a game night on the third Monday of every m onth. We have a few games to get us started\, but feel free to bring your own.\n\nWe will provide snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Attendees are welcome to bring more to share.\n\nNote: No gambling will be allowed. URL;VALUE=URI:https://www.meetup.com/sacfan/events/316649211/ STATUS:CONFIRMED CREATED:20260921T131653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T131653Z CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.meetup.com/SacFAN/events/ical/ X-WR-CALNAME:Sacramento Freethinkers\, Atheists\, & Nonbelievers (FAN) END:VCALENDAR