What we’re about
This group is sponsored by HumanistsMN, which brings together people who, without supernatural beliefs, aspire to lead lives of personal fulfillment and contribute to the greater good of humanity and the planet through reason, science, compassion, and creativity.
If you believe in those principles or are interested in learning about them or want to help others learn about humanism join us for our meetings, events, and social times.
We usually have a regular Humanist Community Gathering on the 3rd Saturday of the month but will send out a reminder to members when the topic/speaker is set (or check the calendar!).
In addition, there are many other smaller meetups during the month.
Meetings are open to anyone who is interested in humanism and wants to meet other humanists. But please considering joining HumanistsMN to help support us financially and build the power of humanism in our society. Join here!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Humanist Film Series: Victor/VictoriaFirst Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
Announcing the new Humanist Film Series! Join us on the second Friday of the month to view an entertaining, discussion-worthy film with fellow humanists and friends.
First up on Friday, May 9 we'll watch Victor/Victoria (1982), the gender-bender comedy-musical classic with Julie Andrews, Robert Preston and James Garner. Your toe will be tapping to all the great songs by Henry Mancini. And Julie Andrews will win your heart as Count Victor Grazinski, a woman pretending to be a man pretending to be a woman.
It's BYOB but snacks will be provided. Arrive around 6:30pm for the pre-show meet and greet; the film will start promptly at 7:00pm followed by some post-movie discussion for those who care to linger and mingle. Of course, bring a friend, meet a friend, or come make a new friend!
(IMDBlink: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084865/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_victor%2520victoria).
This film series is co-sponsored by HumanistsMN and First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, a humanist congregation. Please consider supporting one or both of these associations to help cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Click on the embedded links above to donate or join.
- Legacy Letters WorkshopFirst Unitarian Society of Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
HumanistsMN and First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis (FUS) and are joining forces to present a workshop on how to communicate your values, wisdom, life stories and hopes in a letter to your family and friends.
Often read after someone's death, a legacy letter is a precious gift for the loved ones left behind. Participants will have opportunities to lay the groundwork for drafting their own legacy letter through periods of writing (with writing prompts).
Our presenter is Kim Baker, a former hospice social worker who was trained in legacy letter facilitation by Rachael Freed, a local expert and author on the topic. Kim is also an end-of-life doula.
Attendance is free. We will have a donation jar for you to contribute towards the beverage service, copying costs, and speaker fees.
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This event is volunteer-run by members of HumanistsMN. If you are not yet a dues-paying member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not yet ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted! Visit humanistsmn.org today and help promote a better world for all.
- Humanists in Action: Spring Highway CleanupHoliday Station Store, Circle Pines, MN
Time again for our semi-annual highway cleanup. This is a great opportunity to show Humanists at work in the community. We pick up trash between mile markers 38 and 39.5 on I-35W. Bags and reflective vests will be provided. Participants should bring a pair of work gloves and wear clothing and footwear suitable for working outdoors. This event will be held unless the weather is prohibitive--for instance, thunderstorms or extreme heat. A large turnout means we finish sooner and have more time to socialize, so please join us!
We meet at the Holiday station store, located at exit 36 of Interstate 35W at Highway 23 (right turn from 35W northbound). This is the last exit on 35W going north, five miles before it joins 35E, and is about nine miles north of 35W and I-694.
We are usually finished by noon, after which participants are invited to join us for lunch and good conversation at the Rusty Cow Family Restaurant, formerly know as Matthew's. It's located several miles south at 2 South Pine Drive, Circle Pines, MN 55014.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jerry at smithgerald1001@gmail.com.
This event is sponsored by HumanistsMN. If you are not yet a member, please consider joining to help us cover our costs and build the humanist movement. Not ready to join? Donations are gratefully accepted! Join or donate at humanistsmn.org
