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Vivre l'harmonie spirituelle
### Vivez l'Harmonie avec le Monde
On nous dit souvent que la spiritualité consiste à s’isoler ou à regarder à l’intérieur de soi. Chez Spiritech, nous savons que l’inverse est applicable : **l’harmonie naît de notre capacité à vibrer avec ce qui nous entoure.**
Rejoignez-nous pour une session inédite : "Vivre l'Harmonie Spirituelle".
L'objectif ? Ne plus faire "bulle", mais devenir un conducteur d'énergies positives. Apprenez à capter la beauté, la fréquence et l'élan de votre environnement pour ne plus jamais vous sentir seul ou déconnecté. Fini l'introversion : On ne ferme pas les yeux pour s'oublier, on les ouvre pour tout embrasser.
### Pourquoi participer ?
* Connexion Totale : Apprenez à percevoir les liens invisibles qui vous unissent aux autres et à la nature.
* Éveil Sensoriel : Développez votre présence pour mieux "lire" l'énergie d'un lieu ou d'une rencontre.
* Harmonie Active : Ne fuyez plus le monde, apprenez à danser avec lui.
* Résultat : Une sensation d'appartenance immédiate et une énergie démultipliée par votre environnement.
***La vraie spiritualité n'est pas une retraite, c'est une résonance avec le tout.***
Théâtre d’impro 🚀 - by Kpten Impro
Atelier d’impro
Découvre les joies de l'impro, optimise ta créativité et libère ton potentiel !
L'improvisation théâtrale est un excellent outil de développement personnel et une formidable aventure collective !
Si tu as envie de [re]découvrir l'impro dans un cadre ludique et bienveillant cet atelier est fait pour toi !
Ces séances sont ouvertes à tous, débutants, intermédiaires, confirmés.
L'atelier se déroule en 2 heures, au programme :
Des échauffements dynamiques pour être à l’aise rapidement avec le groupe.
La gestion du stress et le lâcher prise,
Des jeux ludiques pour construire avec ses partenaires des histoires éphémères,
Du rire, du [Fun] et des rencontres …
Infos pratiques :
- Nombre de participants limité
- Prévoir une tenue confortable
-Une participation de 10 euros sera à régler
- Les modalités seront envoyées par message privé
Venez vous essayer, vous dépasser, jouer des personnages… vous permettant de passer des moments d’exception.
Nous déclinons toute responsabilité en cas d’incident, lors des ateliers.
Hocine et Solène
Café philo sur l'argent
But de notre Café philo sur l'argent : vous permettre de parler avec d'autres de la place de l'argent dans la société et dans votre vie.
Vous pourrez :
* parler d’argent en toute confidentialité et sécurité;
* rencontrer des personnes qui ont également des questions ou des difficultés à propos de l’argent;
* vous enrichir de leur expérience et les enrichir des vôtres;
* trouver des réponses à vos questions;
* clarifier votre relation à l’argent;
* inventer de nouveaux comportements plus heureux avec l’argent.
Ce café philo est ouvert à tous et gratuit.
Le thème du jour est choisi collectivement en début de séance. Pas besoin d'être un philosophe ni même un "intellectuel" : nous partageons nos questions et nos réflexions sur l'argent dans la simplicité, l'écoute, la bienveillance et la confidentialité.
> L'animateur
Jean Beaujouan est co-fondateur de l'association Osons parler argent. Il travaille sur l’argent comme objet social et psychologique (animation d’ateliers, de séminaires et de conférences). Depuis 2010, il accompagne et forme à la gestion du budget des personnes en difficulté financière et des formateurs.
> Informations
Nombre de participants : limité à 18
Atelier mensuel
Contact : jean.beaujouan@osons-parler-argent.com
Site :https://unipopargent.com/ateliers-pratiques/cafe-philo-argent/
Atelier Théâtre FLE (Français Langue Etrangère)
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Rejoignez-nous pour un atelier théâtral où vous pourrez pratiquer et améliorer votre français tout en vous amusant! Les étudiants de tous niveaux sont les bienvenus à participer à cette session interactive et conviviale, encadrée par des professionnels du théâtre. Venez développer vos compétences linguistiques, votre confiance en vous et votre créativité tout en rencontrant d'autres passionnés de la langue française. Ne manquez pas cette opportunité unique d'allier l'art du théâtre et l'apprentissage de la langue dans une atmosphère chaleureuse et bienveillante.
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Join us for a theatre workshop where you can practise and improve your French in a fun and supportive environment! Students of all levels are welcome to take part in this interactive and friendly session led by theatre professionals. Come along to develop your language skills, self-confidence, and creativity, and to meet other French language enthusiasts. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to combine theatre and language learning in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
🥐 Philosophical Brunch — Adult Friendship, Food & Real Conversations (English)
🥐 **Philosophical Brunch — Are we loved for who we are — or for how we make others feel? (paid event)**
*\*photos from previous session in french*
Making friends as a child felt natural.
As adults… it often feels surprisingly hard.
**Philosophical Brunch** is a paid gathering where we slow down, share food, and explore together the questions that shape our lives — through thoughtful and honest conversation.
This edition focuses on a question many people quietly wonder about:
**Love ❤️**
**Are we loved for who we are — or for how we make others feel?**
When someone says *“I love you”*, what exactly are they loving?
The person as they truly are…
or the emotions their presence creates in us?
Do we fall in love with a person,
or with the way we feel when we are with them?
And if much of what we perceive of others is filtered through our own needs, desires, and projections…
is it ever possible to love someone purely for who they are?
Through a guided philosophical discussion, we’ll explore love beyond romantic clichés — reflecting on projection, perception, emotional needs, and the subtle ways we relate to others.
This is a space to think together, but also to meet people who value genuine conversation.
Guiding questions will be shared in advance in a **dedicated WhatsApp group** so everyone can arrive feeling comfortable and inspired.
🌿 **What to expect**
* A guided philosophical discussion in English
* A small group to encourage authentic exchanges
* A warm, open, and respectful atmosphere
* A shared brunch moment 🥐☕
* No academic background required — curiosity is enough
This is not a lecture. It’s a real conversation.
✨ *Want to get a feel for the vibe? You can see previous events on TikTok:*
[https://www.tiktok.com/@reflexions_france](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1983316950388?aff=oddtdtcreator)
🌍 **Who is this for?**
* English speakers in Paris
* Expats, internationals, travelers, and curious locals
* People who enjoy meaningful conversations
* Anyone wondering how to create deeper connections as an adult
📍 **Practical information**
📍 Location: Paris (exact location shared after registration by email)
🗓️ Date: Saturday, January 21th
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM
⏳ Duration: approx. 2 hours
🎟️ **Price: €20 (paid event)**
The participation fee covers the facilitation and the experience.
Brunch is paid individually at the café — usually **between €15 and €30**, depending on what you order.
**Registration via Eventbrite is required to confirm your spot :**
[https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/philosophical-brunch-paris-meaningful-conversations-in-english-tickets-1984835338929?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1983316950388?aff=oddtdtcreator)
⚠️ **Limited to 10 participants** to keep the atmosphere intimate and allow deeper conversations.
Any problem with your reservation? Feel free to contact me directly on WhatsApp : [https://wa.me/33649853900](https://wa.me/33649853900)
🥐 **Why a Philosophical Brunch?**
Because meaningful friendships rarely start with small talk — they start with real conversations.
Atheist Events This Week
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Social Run : Courir en conscience
Et si la course était un moyen de mieux se connaître ?
Le Socrate Social Run, c’est un format simple :
* 7 km en groupe
* Allure accessible (\~6 min/km)
* Un temps d’échange après la course
* Un moment convivial
Ici, on ne vient pas chercher un chrono.
On vient vivre une expérience.
Le concept :
Courir ensemble, être attentif à son souffle, à ses sensations, à ses pensées qui apparaissent dans l’effort.
Des exercices pratiques pour voir comment le mental peut être un allié dans l'effort.
Le module explore les thématiques suivantes :
* Comprendre sa relation à l’effort physique,
* Repérer ses automatismes (comparaison, impatience, découragement, manque de souffle),
* Découvrir ses ressources naturelles,
* Apprendre à écouter son rythme,
* Expérimenter l’alignement entre corps, souffle et attention pour donner le meilleur.
Après la course :
Un débrief simple et concret pour partager ce qui a été vécu, croiser les regards, approfondir l’expérience entre coureurs.
Puis un moment convivial autour d’une boisson
Discussions Spiritualité et Mystères
Venez discuter librement de Spiritualité et Mystères de l'Univers, sans limites, dans une ambiance conviviale, ouverte d'esprit et bienveillante !
Rendons visible l'invisible en échangeant nos connaissances et expériences sur des sujets comme l'éveil spirituel, le chamanisme, les rêves, le moment présent, la réincarnation, les ovnis, ...
Afin de connaître nos évènements futurs et être informé au plus tôt du lieu, inscrivez vous à notre canal Telegram :
[https://t.me/supraconscient_meetup](https://t.me/supraconscient_meetup)
Sinon à notre liste d'annonces par email :
[Inscription aux annonces du meetup par email](https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1195908/138624033010747148/share)
S'il y a une chance que vous veniez, merci de vous inscrire en avance au plus tôt, ainsi chacun aura une idée de l'affluence, quitte à vous désinscrire ensuite au dernier moment (ce n'est pas un problème pour le meetup).
Ce meetup est gratuit et vous pouvez venir et partir quand vous le souhaitez à partir de 15h. L'espace n'est pas réservé et le personnel de l'hôtel ne connaît pas le nom de notre groupe ou les sujets abordés.
Quelques exemples de thèmes que nous pourrons aborder :
Intuition
Eveil spirituel
Chakras
Loi de l'attraction
Rêves
Cartomancie
Astrologie
Connaissance de soi
Numérologie
Divination
Clairvoyance
Médiumnité
Channelling
Chamanisme
Phénomènes paranormaux
Méditation
Pleine conscience
Instant présent
6ème sens
Perceptions extrasensorielles
Remote viewing
Prémonition
Télépathie
Réincarnation
Projection astrale
Communication animale
Vie extra-terrestre
Civilisations disparues
Histoire alternative
Magnétisme
Expériences de mort imminente
Esprits
Corps subtils
Auras
et de nombreux autres sujets passionnants...
Le meetup est consacré aux discussions dans une ambiance ouverte d'esprit et bienveillante, pas aux "opérations énergétiques" ou prospections commerciales.
Club Lecture : Les poètes, forces vives de la liberté
**Billeterie en ligne :** [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-club-lecture-les-poetes-forces-vives-de-la-liberte-1979790625054?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/billets-club-lecture-les-poetes-forces-vives-de-la-liberte-1979790625054?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Exerçons ensemble notre pensée à partir d'un texte philosophique !
Les mots agissent comme une fenêtre ouverte dans une pièce trop étroite. Ils ont l’air de rien quand on les regarde là, posés sur le papier, et pourtant ils ont la force de soulever le monde.
Pour ce Printemps des Poètes, cet atelier est une invitation à fréquenter tous les grands vivants qui ont su garder les yeux ouverts et résister quand tout s'assombrissait. Nous irons puiser à la source de ces grands veilleurs issus de cultures et de traditions différentes, à différentes époques de l’histoire de l’Humanité.
**Cette séance sera suivie d’une scène artistique, poétique et musicale à 16h45.**
**\*\*\***
**Déroulé**
* 1 heure et 30 minute d’étude de texte, reformulation, questions
**Date et lieu**
📅 Date : Dimanche 15 mars à 15h
📍Lieu : Espace Le Moulin, 48 rue du fer à Moulin 75005 Paris
🎟️ Tarif : 7€ tarif unique
Les Scènes Ouvertes : En avant, Liberté !
**Pour le Printemps des Poètes, donnons vie à la Liberté !**
Musique, chant, poésie, théâtre, conte... Venez assister ou vous exprimer sur scène !
*"L'art est un simple divertissement".*
*"La scène est réservée aux experts".*
*"La poésie est un luxe inutile".*
A Nouvelle Acropole, nous pensons précisément le contraire.
**L'art, c'est ce qui nous rend pleinement humains. Pour notre école de philosophie, l'Art est la sagesse faite Beauté.**
L'être humain a encore quelque chose à dire, quelque chose d'unique qui dépasse la simple consommation de contenus numériques.
Un poème déclamé, une chanson partagée ou une histoire racontée sont autant de fenêtres que nous ouvrons sur d'autres réalités que nous pouvons partager.
Offrons une scène pour que chacun puisse exprimer ou écouter ce qui est beau, ce qui l'inspire, ce qui résonne.
> *"Non, c'est bien plus beau lorsque c'est inutile !"* Cyrano de Bergerac
**Donnons forme à ce qui nous habite.**
**Lieu** : Espace Le Moulin, 48 rue du Fer à Moulin 75005 Paris
**Cette activité a lieu après** **un atelier poésie qui aura lieu de 15h à 17h :**
**Entrée gratuite, réservation conseillée :** [https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1981438909116?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.fr/e/1981438909116?aff=oddtdtcreator)
Venez et expérimentez
Bienvenue à tous !
La méditation du cœur est une technique simple et pratique.
En quelques minutes, vous apprendrez à vous détendre véritablement et à ressentir la légèreté et la joie.
Vous n'avez pas besoin de savoir comment méditer ni croire en un système ou une philosophie particulière.
Venez et faîtes l'expérience. C'est tout ! A dimanche prochain !
Cycle "Classiques" - "Faust" J. W. von Goethe et "Dracula" B. Stoker (dîner)
Ce dimanche 18 janvier, dans le cadre du cycle consacré aux oeuvres classiques, nous avons voté pour :
**1 - "Dracula de Bram Stoker**
"Jonathan Harker, jeune et brillant clerc de notaire, se rend pour affaires dans les Carpates, où réside son client, le comte Dracula. Celui-ci se révèle un hôte chaleureux et prévenant, mais la curiosité incite Jonathan à pousser son exploration de l’immense château toujours un peu plus loin...." Babelio
**2 - "Faust" de Johanna Wolfgang von Goethe**
"MÉPHISTOPHÉLÈS : - Je veux ici m'attacher à ton service, obéir sans fin ni cesse à ton moindre signe ; mais, quand nous nous reverrons là-dessous, tu devras me rendre la pareille.
FAUST - Le dessous ne m'inquiète guère ; mets d'abord en pièces ce monde-ci, et l'autre peut arriver ensuite.
**Pour les présentations d'auteurs et les focus sur l'oeuvre :**
\- Richard fera une présentation de J\.W\. von Goethedonner du contexte à nos échanges ainsi que le focus sur l'oeuvre soit "Faust" ;
\- Bétrix fera une présentation de Bram Stoker pendant une dizaine de minutes et le focus sur l'oeuvre soit "Dracul"\.
***Aussi, on peut lire l'un ou les deux oeuvres programmées !***
Et n'oubliez pas !
Partagez, si vous le souhaitez, quelques mots, passages et/ou citations qui vous ont marqués, touchés et qui vous semblent importants à partager avec le groupe et les participants.
Enfin, inscrivez-vous, je vous prie, uniquement si vous êtes sûrs de la partie.
Bien à vous tous, bonne semaine, bonnes lectures aussi et à bientôt !
Jélila
PS : la cotisation est toujours de 2 euros par personne et par an (frais d'organisation Meetup);
Aussi, je suis contrainte d'annuler les inscriptions de tous ceux qui n'ont pas honorés leur engagement dernièrement.
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Deep Talk / In English
Let's have a weekly deep talk in an intimate Parisian café, share a drink and have a good time with like-minded, lovely and chill people. ☕
We're here to sip life in a childish, simple and non-serious way.
When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation? Or deepened your relationship with someone in your life? It's not easy to have a deep conversation.
While small talk, which is typically casual and light-hearted, can help break the ice, it may not necessarily help you form a deep, emotional connection with someone. Whether it's with your friends, family, colleagues or romantic partners, having meaningful conversations is important for creating strong bonds.
"Meaningful conversations help us understand ourselves and those around us better. They involve sharing important aspects of ourselves and actively listening, validating and connecting with others."
We believe that a happy and healthy life is built on beautiful relationships and that loneliness kills us. That's it. It's not the number of friends that counts, it's the quality of the relationship.
✅ This group is adressed to :
● People who want to build deep, genuine and caring relationships in a small group that looks the same, where they feel comfortable and emotionally safe to talk emotionally and get intimate about anything in their lives.
● Simple, loving, kind, hyper/sensitive and lovely people who spend a lot of time in their bubble thinking about the meaning of life, passionate about personal development, philosophy, meaningful conversations, debates ....
⛔ Please don't subscribe if :
● You don't see yourself in the group's aims and beliefs.
● You're travelling for a short period of time and don't live or intend to live in Paris.
● You are not sure if you will be able to come, please update your status to allow others on the waiting list to join. An absence without notice will result in an irrevocable ban.
Progress :
● ❗ For reservations, I'll send you a private Meetup message at least 5 hours before the meeting to confirm your reservation. If I don't receive a reply 2 hours before the meeting, I will send you a second message to let you know that you will be replaced by someone on the waitlist.
● We keep the session small, cosy and relaxed in a quiet place, prioritising regularity to encourage intimacy, connection, listening and speaking. (\~ 5/6 people)
● On arrival, if you feel comfortable, you will be suggested to choose and associate several drawn Feelings and Needs cards to express how you really feel at the moment, to talk about ourselves and communicate effectively.
● The best way to make progress is to make the conversation easy and natural, with everyone making an effort to suggest and write down what you want to talk about. You can write down your favourite topics/questions before the meeting. The meeting is participative and invite everyone if you feel comfortable being a leader and a power of suggestion.
Anyway, to keep the meeting running smoothly, I'll animate the meeting to make sure the conversation doesn't get wild or boring and I wouldn't hesitate to reframe people. In case of lack of inspiration we have a lot of deep conversation question card game which can help to find interesting questions.
● (Not compulsory) After the meeting we can finish in a nearby restaurant for those who wish to relax or continue our conversation.
Advice for a good moment :
● Leave your ego and mask at home, we are not here to impress anyone but to be ourselves with our strength, weakness, pride and shame.
Come with an open/deep/emotional/complex thought and vulnerability.
● Ask open-ended questions and invite the other person to describe what a situation was like for them or how they felt.
● Don't hesitate to be vulnerable and share information about yourself if needed.
Consider sharing personal information first to gain the other person's trust.
● Adopt an attitude of curiosity and genuine interest in what the other person is saying. Be thoughtful and try to put yourself in the other person's shoes so that you can see things from their perspective. Be truthful, caring and honest.
● Listen actively and ask follow-up questions.
● Be empathetic and offer emotional validation so that they feel seen and heard.
It is forbidden to judge, but try to understand.
● ⏱ Be aware of your speaking time for Equally Speak.
● Be aware never to provoke political or religious ideologies, but to accept differences of belief. Advice on non-violent communication can be given in the meeting to learn not to unintentionally hurt anyone when requested or needed.
● Remember to maintain a safe, and benevolent environment. People who are considered to be disruptive, problematic or simply not in tune with the energy of the group will not be allowed to return.
Finally, we're hug-friendly !!!
Atheist Events Near You
Connect with your local Atheist community
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (3rd Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. We meet in the bar in the room on the right (the cigar shop). You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
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Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
ASH UU Topic: TBD
ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio
TBD
Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!
Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :)
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
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Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
Humanist Program: Fighting the Efforts to Insert Religion into Public Education
The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.
Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk.
Our March speakers are Molly Gaines and Zack Parrish, co-organizers of the Secular Education Association:
They will share their story of how a small group of Ohio parents grew into a national organization tracking released-time religious instruction and other church–state issues in public schools. The presentation will cover SEA’s early wins and hard lessons, what we’re seeing nationally right now, and how local advocates can play a meaningful role in protecting public education. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the landscape — and practical ways to get involved.
Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online
Join Zoom Meeting
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The formal presentation will start at noon
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
COUNT monthly event: Kitchen service at Van Buren Center's shelter
Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above.
There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change.
The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/).
Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers.
For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.


















