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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that our next FFRFMCC meetup will be a “Summer Luncheon Social!” \nJoin us for brunch and sunshine as we gather in the beautiful outdoor garden of Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant.  Their incredible weekend brunch buffet includes an assortment of: \nHomemade Salads\nAppetizers\nHot Luncheon Entrees du jour\nImported Cheese Display\nHouse Smoked Atlantic Salmon\nPeel & Eat Shrimp\nIrish Eggs Benedict\n“Made To Order” Omelet Station\nBacon | Sausage | Corned Beef Hash\nFrench Toast & Waffles\nChief’s Famous Fish & Chips\nAssorted Breads | Mini Pastries | Fresh Fruit\nBuild your own ice cream sundae and a Milk and White Chocolate Fountains\nAnd much\, much more! \nAdmission price includes tax and gratuity.  Beverages must be purchased separately.  If the weather gods choose not to cooperate with us\, we will move inside the restaurant. \nDate:  Saturday\, August 11\, 2018\nTime:  12:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nPlace:  Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant\, 3471 N. Elston Ave. Chicago\, IL 60618\nCost:  $25.00 per person \nNote:  Reservations for this event must be paid for in advance.  NO tickets will be sold at the door.  The reservation deadline is Friday\, August 3rd\, 2018. \nPlease click here for the link to our Eventbrite page to purchase your tickets(s):\n\n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-summer-social/
LOCATION:Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant\, 3471 N. Elston Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20180508T041432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T041432Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Lecture Series:  World Religions
DESCRIPTION:In October\, 2017\, the FFRFMCC hosted a two-week lecture series by Mr. John Camardella\, a Chicago-area high school teacher who teaches classes on the various religions of the world to Senior-level students as part of a public high school curriculum. \nJohn Camardella is in his 15th year of teaching at Prospect High School.  For the past eight years\, he has taught two stand-alone World Religion elective courses\, and has worked to advance the curriculum at the national level.  Currently\, he is an Education Fellow working to pilot curriculum alongside Dr. Diane Moore at the Religious Literacy Project at Harvard Divinity School .   Last year\, John was one of two high school teachers in the country who helped develop a framework for how to teach about religion in public schools.  John also teaches religion courses to adults and a graduate level course for teachers and administrators\, making him a most qualified person to ensure that any public school education regarding world religions is comparative and informative\, and not designed to promote any one specific religion. \nIn his spare time\, he travels to improve his curriculum and understanding\, having studied religion in Turkey\, Cambodia\, Iceland\, the Czech Republic\, Indonesia\, China\, Greece\, Thailand\, Austria\, Israel and the West Bank\, Hong Kong\, Italy\, Japan\, and Costa Rica. \nDuring our initial lectures\, John educated the audiences on the history of the Abrahamic religions of Judaism\, Islam\, and Christianity\, as well as non-Abrahamic religions such as Hinduism\, Sikhism\, and Buddhism. Following each lecture\, an extensive Q&A provided greater insight to these religious traditions. \nThe FFRFMCC is pleased to announce our second series of lectures from Mr. Camardella.  Here is a summary of the upcoming lecture topics: \nMay 22nd — The spread of Christianity beginning with the Apostle Paul and continuing through the founding of America. Special emphasis will be placed on the early church in the Mediterranean region\, the role of Constantine\, and the early settlers in the New World.   John will also discuss how Christianity divided into several denominations. \nMay 29th — How the different faith traditions are handling the issue of Climate Change in diverse ways. Case Studies published at Harvard Divinity School will be provided as John explores Jewish\, Christian\, Muslim\, Buddhist\, and Hindu perspectives on the topic. \nAs with the first lecture series\, each evening will conclude with an extensive Q&A session. \nWe hope you will mark your calendars for each of these fascinating and highly educational lectures. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-lecture-series-world-religions-2/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180129T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20180118T054008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T054008Z
UID:1898-1517252400-1517261400@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC January\, 2018 Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Our next meetup will take place on Monday\, January 29th at North Branch Pizza & Burger Company\, from 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.  North Branch is located at 4520 W. Lake Ave. in Glenview.  This event will be held in the Wabash Room. \nThis is a dinner social which will include a buffet of the following: \n-Blackened Chicken Sandwiches\n-Pulled Pork Sandwiches\n-Cajun Salmon Sandwiches\n-Greek Salad\n-Home Cut Fries\n-Hummus w/Pita & Fresh Veggies\n-Cheese Curds\n-Soft Drinks \nThe cost for this event will be $25.00 per person\, payable at the door.  This includes tax and gratuity.  Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately. \nIn addition to being a social gathering\, we will also have a short discussion regarding changes to FFRFMCC policies beginning in 2018. \nFor those who would like to attend this event\, please click on the link below to RSVP on our Doodle poll. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-january-2018-meetup/
LOCATION:North Branch Pizza & Burger Co\,\, 4520 W. Lake Ave.\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20171118T225724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171118T225724Z
UID:1885-1512500400-1512511200@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC 5th Anniversary Party
DESCRIPTION:Fall\, 2017 marks five years since the Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter was approved by the FFRF Executive Board as an official local chapter.  And we feel this should be cause to celebrate! \nThanks to the activism and enthusiasm of our members\, we’ve done a lot of good work in a short time\, and had a lot of fun too.  So we can think of no better time than the festive winter holiday season to throw a party! \nThe admission price of $30.00 per person includes a complete dinner buffet of the following: \n— Mixed Green Salad w/ Balsamic Dressing \n— Parmesan Encrusted Chicken \n— Almond Encrusted Tilapia \n— Winter Vegetable Risotto \n— Sauteed Green Beans \n— Bourbon Brown Sugar Carrots \n— Roasted Red Potatoes \n— Rice Pilaf \n— Soft Drinks and Coffee \nAnd no anniversary celebration would be complete without cake for dessert! \nPlease note the admission cost covers all food and soft drinks\, tax and gratuity.  A cash bar will be available. \nTickets for this event must be purchased in advance through our Eventbrite page by clicking on the following link: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/ffrf-metropolitan-chicago-chapter-5th-anniversary-party-tickets-39861529909\n \nThere will be no ticket sales at the door.  The RSVP deadline for this event will be Friday\, December 1st. \nSo please join us as we celebrate our 5th anniversary\, AND the Winter Solstice!! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-5th-anniversary-party/
LOCATION:Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant\, 3471 N. Elston Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20170803T031130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170803T142924Z
UID:1865-1503340200-1503351000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC August Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the FFRFMCC August meetup.  This will be a dinner social and all are welcome to gather with fellow freethinkers for good food\, secular conversation\, and sharing our thoughts on experiencing a total solar eclipse (as best we can from Chicago)! \nThe chapter will provide appetizers\, but attendees will be responsible for their entrees and drinks.  Monday nights  are 1/2 price pizzas at Leona’s! \nFree parking is available in the restaurant’s lot. \nAn RSVP is required by Sunday\, August 20th. \nTo reserve your spot\, please click here to RSVP on our Doodle poll. \nHope to see you there! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-august-meetup/
LOCATION:Leona’s Restaurant\, 6935 N. Sheridan Rd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20161005T224648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161005T224648Z
UID:1653-1476727200-1476738000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Meetup with Dr. Richard Carrier!
DESCRIPTION:Historian\, philosopher\, atheist\, and author Dr. Richard Carrier will be visiting the Chicago area on his way to the Mythinformation Conference in Milwaukee. \nDr. Carrier will be in town on Monday night\, October 17th and will be hanging out\, having a few drinks and chatting with those who would like to join him at Monk’s Pub\, 205 W. Lake St.\, Chicago 60606\, from 6pm – 9pm.  He will have books to sell and sign\, including his latest on ancient science education. \nSo if you have time\, and will be in the vicinity of downtown Chicago on the evening October 17th\, you are welcome to meet up with Richard! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/meetup-with-dr-richard-carrier/
LOCATION:Monk’s Pub\, 205 W. Lake St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161012T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20161011T025739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T025739Z
UID:1687-1476300600-1476309600@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Vigilance for Correcting State/Church Violations
DESCRIPTION:FFRF Attorney Ryan Jayne to speak in Naperville\, Illinois \nThis Wednesday\, October 12\, the Humanists of West Suburban Chicago will host Ryan D. Jayne to speak on the topic of “Vigilance for Correcting State/Church Violations.” Ryan is an attorney and the Freedom From Religion Foundation’s Diane Uhl Legal Fellow. Ryan will examine recent FFRF complaints in the Chicago area\, including a case he handled last year in Naperville involving a high school coach praying with his team\, as reported on the front pages of the Naperville Sun on December 11 & 13\, 2015. Ryan will also discuss several of the most common state/church complaints FFRF receives\, particularly in public schools\, and will equip attendees with effective violation-halting means. \nThis event is free and open to all freethinkers. You are invited to bring your personal perspectives and questions about local situations into the discussion. The program will be hosted by the Humanists of West Suburban Chicagoland. \nWhen: Wednesday\, October 12\, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. \nWhere: DuPage Unitarian Universalist Church\, 1828 Old Naperville Road\, Naperville\, IL \nFor more information please email info@ffrf.org\, or call 608-256-8900. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/vigilance-for-correcting-statechurch-violations/
LOCATION:DuPage Unitarian Universalist Church\, 1828 Old Naperville Road\, Naperville\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161008T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161008T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20161005T225902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161005T230015Z
UID:1672-1475956800-1475964000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Second Saturday Coffee House  Presents: A Prarie State Companion
DESCRIPTION:The Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago hosts the Second Saturday Coffee House: A Prairie State Companion. \nNot going to the FFRF National Convention in Pittsburgh this weekend?  Well\, you could always enjoy the Second Saturday Coffeehouse instead! \nIt’s an election year\, so October’s Second Saturday Coffeehouse will present “A Prairie State Companion\,” with sketches\, stories\, and songs. Ken Novak\, Vicki Elberfeld\, Susan and Joe Burck\, and JoAnn Hoeppner will present a musical and comedic look at the upcoming election\, including a visit from one of the candidates. \nAlso\, artful storyteller Vicki Elberfeld will share a humorous account about her own “spiritual” journey away from religion. \nThis event will take place on Saturday\, October 8th\, 8:00pm at the Ethical Humanist Society\, 7574 N. Lincoln Avenue in Skokie. Doors open at 7:30. The cost is $8.00 at the door and will include refreshments. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/second-saturday-coffee-house-presents-a-prarie-state-companion/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161010
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20160723T212528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T231009Z
UID:1536-1475798400-1476057599@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Freedom From Religion Foundation National Convention - 2016
DESCRIPTION:The 39th Annual Freedom From Religion Foundation National Convention will take place Oct. 7th – 9th in Pittsburgh\, PA. \nThis year’s line-up of speakers is outstanding\, and will include physicist Lawrence Krauss\, evolutionary biologist Jerry Coyne\, philosopher (and one of the “Four Horsemen of New Atheism”) Daniel Dennett and author Susan Jacoby. \nThe convention will be held at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown. FFRF has arranged for a block of rooms to be made available to convention attendees for a discounted rate of $159 per night\, single or double room occupancy. When making reservations\, you may use the special discount code “Freedom From Religion Foundation.” \nTo register online for your spot at the convention\, please click here. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/freedom-from-religion-foundation-national-convention-2016/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160824T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20160812T022927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160812T022823Z
UID:1556-1472043600-1472061600@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Call for Volunteers for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC would like to pass on a community service volunteer project to those who are interested. \nThe service will be a free kidney disease and diabetes screening for individuals in need through the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois.  This will run in conjunction with a food pantry that operates at the same location\, and will offer free medical tests and consultations with a doctor or nurse for those who utilize the pantry. \nThe organizer of this screening contacted the FFRFMCC as she would very much like to have non-theists volunteer for this project.\nDate:  Wednesday\, August 24th\, 2016\nTime:  2:00pm – 6:00pm (volunteers arrive by 1pm)\nPlace:  St. John’s Lutheran Church & School\, 4939 W. Montrose Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60641 \nFree parking is available \nVolunteers should arrive by 1:00pm for a brief training.  Work will include: \n– Greeting and directing people around the event site\n– Aiding with registration and other non-technical duties\n– Translating for non-English speakers (Many different languages are needed here! Polish\, Spanish\, Russian\, Filipino\, and more) \nTraining may also be provided to some to assist with the urinalysis or BMI/waist circumference stations\, or to administer the blood pressure or blood sugar tests.  Volunteers will also do some light packing-up at the conclusion. \nAs an FYI\, volunteers will be allowed to receive the free medical screenings as well. \nFor those interested\, please click here for more information and to sign-up as a volunteer with the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois.\n \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/call-for-volunteers-for-the-national-kidney-foundation-of-illinois/
LOCATION:St. John’s Lutheran Church and School\, 4939 W. Montrose Ave\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60641\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160822T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160822T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20160807T220524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160807T221739Z
UID:1546-1471890600-1471901400@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Final Summer Meetup in 2016 - FFRFMCC
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as the FFRFMCC hosts its final summer meetup of 2016.  This will be a dinner social and all are welcome! \nDate:  Monday\, August 22nd\, 2016\nTime:  6:30pm – 9:30pm\nPlace:  Leona’s Restaurant in Rogers Park\, 6935 N. Sheridan Rd.\, Chicago\, IL  60626 \nThe chapter will provide appetizers\, but attendees will be responsible for their entrees and drinks.  As an FYI\, Monday nights are 1/2 price pizzas at Leona’s! \nFree parking is available in the restaurant’s lot. \nAn RVSP is required by Sunday\, August 21st. \nTo reserve your spot\, please click here to RSVP on our Doodle poll.  Or you may contact me directly. \nThanks\, and hope to see you there! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/final-summer-meetup-in-2016-ffrfmcc/
LOCATION:Leona’s Restaurant\, 6935 N. Sheridan Rd.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60626\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160812
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20160728T024850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160728T030652Z
UID:1540-1470787200-1470959999@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Celebration for the Restored Statue of the "Great Agnostic" Robert Green Ingersoll
DESCRIPTION:A Two-Day Celebration for Robert Green Ingersoll\nDinner Party\, Wed. Aug 10\nStatue Restoration Dedication Thurs. Aug. 11\n(Ingersoll Birthday)\nPeoria\, Illinois\n  \nMore information about the the dinner and the restoration dedication is available here.\nThis is the FFRF article about the restoration.\n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/celebration-for-the-restored-statue-of-the-great-agnostic-robert-green-ingersoll/
LOCATION:Peoria\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20160128T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160702T165311Z
UID:1273-1455375600-1455390000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:2016 FFRFMCC Darwin Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:For this year’s event\, we are pleased to present the 2009 feature film\, “Creation\,” starring Paul Bettany as Charles Darwin and Jennifer Connelly as his wife Emma.  The film is a dramatic and captivating portrait of Darwin as he is driven to finish “On the Origin of Species\,” despite efforts from those who seek to prevent its publishing\, including his devoutly religious wife. \nThe film will begin at 3:30pm and conclude at 5:30pm.  This will be followed by a dinner social including grilled chicken\, deli sandwiches\, salads\, dessert and soft drinks. \nCost is free\, but donations will be gladly accepted. \n  \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/2016-ffrfmcc-darwin-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151220T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20151212T202238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160702T165322Z
UID:1269-1450609200-1450618200@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:2015 FFRFMCC Winter Solstice Party!
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Winter Solstice party will include a delicious Sunday brunch buffet\, fun\, cheer\, secular socializing\, and a holiday trivia contest — with prizes!  Advance reservations are required.  \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/2015-ffrfmcc-winter-solstice-party/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20151112T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160613T161120Z
UID:1260-1447959600-1447968600@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC November Meetup
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will be hosting a dinner meetup on Thursday\, Nov. 19th from 7:00p-9:30p in the Wabash Room at North Branch Restaurant in Glenview. \nThe full menu will be available with each attendee responsible for their own food/bar tab. \nJoin us for an evening of secular socializing! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-november-meetup/
LOCATION:North Branch Pizza & Burger Co\,\, 4520 W. Lake Ave.\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151101T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20151026T223122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160613T161159Z
UID:1255-1446390000-1446397200@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:Shelley Segal in Concert - Hosted by the FFRFMCC
DESCRIPTION:The FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter is proud to bring Australian singer/songwriter Shelley Segal to the Chicago area! \nAn artist\, activist and explicit storyteller\, Shelley uses her music not only to express the way she sees the world\, but to create the world she wants to see. Desirous of all expressions\, she flirts with elements of jazz\, folk\, pop\, blues\, reggae and electronica\, imparting a pure joy about music and its power. Her wonderful CD\, “An Atheist Album\,” includes such great songs as “I Don’t Believe in Fairies\,” “Gratitude\,” and her very first single\, “Saved\,” a folk protest song which has become an anthem for the freethought community. \nPlease join us for a FREE concert featuring the eclectic Shelley Segal. \nPizza will be provided. Beer\, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase. Seating is limited. Advance reservations are required. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/shelley-segal-in-concert-hosted-by-the-ffrfmcc/
LOCATION:The Rock House\, 1150 Central Ave.\, Wilmette\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20151025T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20151025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20151002T002210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160613T161602Z
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SUMMARY:A "Life Driven Lunch" with Dan Barker!
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC is hosting a special luncheon reception for FFRF Co-President Dan Barker on Sunday October 25th\, 12:30pm at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Skokie.  For complete details and to purchase tickets\, please click here. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/a-life-driven-lunch-with-dan-barker/
LOCATION:Maggiano’s Little Italy\, 4999 Old Orchard Shopping Center East Ring Rd.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150402T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150402T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20150328T003351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164157Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC "Non-Lent" Social Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Our annual event celebrating rationalism over superstition will take place in the Wabash Room at North Branch Pizza & Burger Co. in Glenview. \nOur menu will feature an unlimited buffet of Louisiana Chicken Tenders\, Pulled Pork Sliders\, Cheeseburger Sliders\, Veggie Pizza\, Hummus & Pita\, Fries and “Bottomless” Salad. Unlimited soft drinks are also included. Cash bar is available. \nPlease RSVP by Wednesday\, April 1st. \nClear here to reserve your spot! \nCome mingle with like-minded freethinkers! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-non-lent-social-meetup/
LOCATION:North Branch Pizza & Burger Co.\, 4520 W. Lake Ave.\, Glenview\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150215T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20150204T223647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164204Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC 2015 Darwin Day Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as Mr. Tyler Keillor\, paleo-artist from the University of Chicago who was responsible for sculpting the life-sized reconstruction of Tiktaalik\, will be on hand to discuss the process used in fossil labs to make specimens ready for research and how paleo-art can help public understanding of natural history. Mr. Keillor has been preparing fossils\, creating skeletal reconstructions\, and sculpting flesh models of prehistoric life at the University of Chicago since 2001. He has also worked on exhibits at the Field Museum of Natural History. His presentation will be one-hour\, including a Q&A session. \nThe presentation will take place in the EHS auditorium\, with a dinner to follow in the building’s Community Room. Dinner will include grilled chicken\, vegetable pasta\, salad\, appetizers and soft drinks. \nGeneral admission for this event will be $15.00 and includes all food and drinks. \nAdmission is payable at the door\, but we ask that you please reserve in advance by Friday\, Feb 13th. \nYou can RSVP by clicking here \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-2015-darwin-day-event/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141102T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141102T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20141026T203443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164302Z
UID:1184-1414936800-1414951200@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC "Meet & Greet" Reception for Richard Carrier
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will host a “Meet & Greet” reception for historian\, philosopher and author Dr. Richard Carrier on Sunday\, Nov. 2nd in the private party room of the Hopleaf Bar & Restaurant in Chicago. \nThe reception will include a buffet of the Hopleaf’s famous sandwiches and mussels! \nAll food is included in the admission price of $20.  A special open bar including 4 special drafts\, 45 different bottle beers\, top shelf liquor and wine is available from 2pm – 3pm for just $12 more. A cash bar will also be available in the private party room throughout the event. \nCome and socialize with the fascinating Richard Carrier\, who will also make himself available for book signings! \nRSVP deadline is Friday\, October 31st. \nTo register online\, please click here \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-meet-greet-reception-for-richard-carrier/
LOCATION:Hopleaf Bar & Restaurant\, 5148 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60640\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20141015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20141015T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20141009T142525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164252Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC October Meetup
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will be hosting Ms. Katherine Hilden\, who will deliver a presentation entitled\, “Con Man Interrupted.”  In this she discusses her two year research project on the hypocrisy of religiosity\, which included attending a Presbyterian bible study class\, asking well-prepared questions\, and adding relevant historical observations to the topics under discussion. \nHer experience yielded results both fascinating and disturbing.  So please join us for what will certainly be an interesting evening of secular discussion\, dinner and socializing! \n6:30 pm – Free appetizers/cash bar \n7:00 pm – Presentation/Q&A \n8:00 – 9:30 pm – Dinner & Socializing \nTo RSVP\, please click here \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-october-meetup/
LOCATION:North Branch Pizza & Burger Co.\, 4520 W. Lake\, Glenview\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20140711T220222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164233Z
UID:1163-1406376000-1406390400@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Summer Picnic Social
DESCRIPTION:The Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter will be holding a picnic social on Saturday\, July 26th from noon – 4:00pm. \nDeli sandwiches\, grilled chicken\, and beverages will be provided. \nGuests are asked to kindly bring an appetizer\, side dish or dessert if they are able. \nFood\, drink\, games\, relaxation\, and good freethought conversation will be on tap with a Lake Michigan breeze! \nAll are welcome.  Free admission!  RSVPs are required by Thursday\, July 24th. \nFor location information and to RSVP\, please click here \nSee you there! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-summer-picnic-social/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140528T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20140526T171417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164227Z
UID:1159-1401300000-1401312600@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Business Meeting/Social Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Dinner social to be preceded by FFRFMCC business meeting – Open to all. \nBusiness Meeting – 6:00PM – 7:00PM \nDinner Social – 7:00PM – 9:30PM (Full menu available\, each attendee will be responsible for their own dinner bill/bar tab) \nAll are invited to attend either business meeting\, dinner social\, or both. \nClick here to RSVP \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-business-meetingsocial-meetup/
LOCATION:North Branch PIzza & Burger Co.\, 4520 W. Lake Ave.\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20140509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T203559
CREATED:20140221T152859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164219Z
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SUMMARY:Roy Zimmerman Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter is proud to welcome comedic singer/songwriter Roy Zimmerman for an evening of music and fun\, where everything on the conservative agenda is fair game for laughs! \nJoin us as Roy puts to song his progressive leaning views on religion\, creationism\, same-sex marriage\, guns\, marijuana\, abstinence\, ignorance\, war and greed. \nCome and be a part of the Blue Dot Tour (www.royzimmerman.com)\, as Roy Zimmerman brings to the Chicago area his satirical edge to the struggle for peace and social justice! \nTo purchase your tickets online\, please click here \n\nFree Parking is Available! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/roy-zimmerman-concert/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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