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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Legal Presentation and Spring Dinner Social -- CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry to announce that our two events scheduled for this Saturday\, March 14th are being canceled due to concerns over the spread of the COVID-19 virus. \nThis is a precautionary measure to keep people as safe as possible\, and also to do our part to help contain this virus. This cancellation involves both the FFRF legal presentation that was to take place at the Niles-Maine District Library at 2:00 PM\, and the Spring Dinner Social at Las Fuentes Mexican Restaurant at 4:30 PM. \nOur hope is these events can be re-scheduled in the future. \nThank you for your understanding. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-legal-presentation-and-spring-dinner-social/
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20190903T205531Z
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SUMMARY:"Is Atheism Still a Political Taboo?" -- A Presentation by Hemant Mehta
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the FFRFMCC will sponsor a speaking engagement by Mr. Hemant Mehta. Hemant is an author\, blogger\, and host of the website\, The Friendly Atheist. His presentation will be entitled: \n“Is Atheism Still a Political Taboo?” \nAs we move closer and closer to our next major election in November\, 2020\, of primary concern to non-theists and those who believe in maintaining our secular government will be a close examination of which candidates will strive the most to maintain the “wall of separation” between religion and government. The formation of the Congressional Freethought Caucus in 2018\, led by openly non-religious Democratic House Representative Jared Huffman of California\, is helping to pave the way for more secular-minded candidates to seek public office. The objective of the Freethought Caucus is to encourage science and reason-based solutions and defend the secular founding of our government. It will therefore be incumbent upon freethinking voters to encourage current office holders in their congressional districts\, or those they intend to vote into office in the upcoming election\, to consider joining the Freethought Caucus to expand the collective and work to keep religion where it belongs — in houses of worship\, and NOT within the halls of government. \nThis is also coming at a time when one of the two major political parties\, that being the Democratic National Committee\, has adopted a resolution recognizing the contributions of non-believers\, and acknowledges that religiously unaffiliated individuals are now the largest “religious” group within the Democratic Party. \nBut\, for decades now\, declared atheism has been a stumbling block for many political candidates in the United States where espousing religious faith has been considered a prerequisite for ensuring a successful election campaign. Hemant will discuss the origins of this “taboo” and how secular values may finally be on the rise again in our political system. \nSo\, please join us for this must-hear presentation. \nA Q&A session will immediately follow. Hemant will also have copies of books he has written or edited on hand for sale! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/is-atheism-still-a-political-taboo-a-presentation-by-hemant-mehta/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20190519T183640Z
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SUMMARY:"The Founding Myth":  A Discussion with Andrew Seidel and Jerry Coyne"
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe invite you to attend our next chapter event\, which will be a discussion between Andrew Seidel\, \nFreedom From Religion Foundation Director of Strategic Response\, and Jerry Coyne\, University of Chicago Professor of Evolutionary Biology.  This will be a one-on-one interview with Andrew about his new book\, “The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism is Un-American.” \nThe focus will be on such topics as: \n\n“Does a national motto ‘In God We Trust\,’ the Declaration of Independence\, and other historical ‘evidence’ prove that America was founded on Judeo-Christian principles?”\n“Are the Ten Commandments the basis for American law?”\n“Are science and religion compatible?”\n\nCopies of “The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism is Un-American” will be available for purchase\, and Mr. Seidel will conduct a book signing following the discussion. \nDate:  Tuesday\, June 11\, 2019\nTime:  7:30 PM\nPlace:  University of Illinois at Chicago\, Student Center East Building\, Fort Dearborn Room B\, 750 S. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL 60607\nAdmission: Free.  Space is limited \nParking is conveniently located directly across the street at the campus’ Halsted Street Parking facility\, 760 W. Taylor St. (entrance on Taylor St.) \n \n \n  \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/the-founding-myth-a-discussion-with-andrew-seidel-and-jerry-coyne/
LOCATION:University of Illinois at Chicago\, 750 S. Halsted St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20190411T184655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190411T184655Z
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SUMMARY:"Fear of a Black Atheist:  How Religion Crippled the Black Community"
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter will be hosting a speaking engagement with Mandisa Thomas\, President of Black Nonbelievers\, Inc. \nBlack Nonbelievers is an organization that works to encourage more Blacks to come out and stand strong with their nonbelief in the face of such strong religious overtones. \nMandisa currently serves on the Boards for American Atheists and the Reason Rally Coalition\, and previously for Foundation Beyond Belief and the Secular Coalition for America. She is also an active speaker and has presented at conferences and conventions for the Freedom from Religion Foundation\, Secular Student Alliance\, and many others. \nHer presentation will be entitled\, “Fear of a Black Atheist: How Religion Crippled the Black Community.” \nWhile the Black community makes up approximately 12 percent of the U.S. population\, 79 percent still identify as religious\, which makes the subject of atheism challenging. Mandisa will discuss this high degree of religiosity\, how the Black Nonbelievers organization is making progress\, and ways which the larger secular community as a whole can help. \nAt the conclusion of her talk\, there will be a question and answer session. \nAdmission is free! \nSo\, please join us for this insightful presentation. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/fear-of-a-black-atheist-how-religion-crippled-the-black-community/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20190311T145701Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Film Screening - "Losing Our Religion"
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce our next chapter event will be a screening of the film “Losing Our Religion.” a documentary focusing on clergy from different religious traditions who no longer believe in what they’ve been preaching. \nFilm makers were allowed access to members of The Clergy Project\, an organization founded by Dan Barker\, Richard Dawkins\, Daniel Dennett and Linda LaScola\, intended to offer safe haven for ministers\, pastors\, priests\, rabbis\, imams\, and other clergy whose lives have been dedicated to preaching their religious teachings\, but now find themselves struggling to hold on to their friends\, their community\, their livelihoods\, and even their family after losing their faith. \nPizza and refreshments will be served immediately following the film. Here are the details: \nDate: Saturday\, March 23\, 2019\nTime: 3:00—5:30 PM (Screening & Discussion); 5:30 PM—7:30 PM (Pizza & Socializing)\nPlace: Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 Lincoln Ave.\,       Skokie\, IL \nAdmission:\nMovie Screening: Free\nPizza Social: $5 Suggested Donation \nTo reserve your spot\, please click here to RSVP on our Doodle poll. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-film-screening-losing-our-religion/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180529T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20180524T023239Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Lecture Series: World Religions
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will be hosting its fourth lecture on “World Religions\,” presented by Mr. John Camardella. \nJohn is 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. He 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. \nDuring his previous lecture on May 22nd\, John delivered a fascinating presentation on the spread of Christianity\, beginning with the Apostle Paul and continuing through the settlers in the new World and the founding of America. He also provided great historical insight into the role of Constantine\, and how he had “weaponized” Christianity to attain power. \nThe next lecture will focus on how the different faith traditions are handling the worldwide 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 our previous lectures\, this will conclude with an extensive Q&A session. \nAdmission is free! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-lecture-series-world-religions-3/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180522T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED: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:20180421T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20180403T151143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T151143Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Discussion Workshop:  "Challenging Religious Beliefs"
DESCRIPTION:The Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter will hold its 6th in a series of discussion workshops on “Challenging Religious Beliefs.” During these discussions\, a moderator will pose two separate topics/questions related to common religious talking points. Participants are encouraged to offer their viewpoints regarding how non-theists should best counter unsubstantiated ideological beliefs when presented to them by those of religious faith\, in order to assist non-believers with sharpening their critical thinking skills. \nThe discussion will run for approximately 1 1/2 hours. A luncheon social with pizza\, salad and soft drinks will take place at the conclusion of the workshop\, for those who would like to continue the discussion! \nThis event will be held in the West Wing private room of North Branch Pizza and Burger Co. 4520 W. Lake St.\, Glenview\, IL \nAdmission: $10 per person suggested donation (to help cover food/drink/venue costs) \nFor those who would like to attend\, please RSVP on our Doodle poll by clicking here. \nThanks\, and hope to see you there! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-discussion-workshop-challenging-religious-beliefs/
LOCATION:North Branch Pizza & Burger Co\,\, 4520 W. Lake Ave.\, Glenview\, IL\, 60025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171011T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171011T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20170920T183853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T140433Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Lecture Series:  World Religions
DESCRIPTION:John Camardella \nAccording to a recent PRRI (Public Religion Research Institute) study\, the religious landscape in the U.S. continues to change dramatically.  White Christians are\, for the first time its history\, a minority (43%) in this country.  This is down from 80% just 40 years ago.  Non-Christian religions are growing\, and those holding no religious identity whatsoever now represent one-quarter of our population.  Thanks to a more far-reaching information network\, people (particularly millennials) have greater exposure to other religions\, as well as secularism.  But there are now other means for young people to gain more in-depth understanding of how many different religions exist\, other than the one in which they may have been raised. \nTherefore\, We are pleased to announce the Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter will be hosting a two-week lecture series focusing on the various major world religions. \nIt is an honor to have Mr. John Camardella present these lectures.  John is in his 15th year of teaching in the Social Studies Department at Prospect High School. For the past eight years\, he has taught two stand alone World Religion elective courses and has been instrumental in advancing the curriculum at the national level.  Last year\, he was one of two high school teachers in the country named to the national writing team to develop a framework on how to teach religion in public schools. With the assistance of professors from Georgetown\, Rice\, Columbia\, and Harvard\, these guidelines were published back in June\, marking the first time in American history that a national education body (The National Council for the Social Studies) endorsed and published a framework for Religious Studies. In addition\, John teaches religion courses to the parents of his students and a graduate level course for teachers and administrators. In his free time\, John travels to locations such as China\, Thailand\, Cambodia\, Hong Kong and Japan to collaborate with both international scholars and practitioners of different traditions to improve his curriculum and understanding. Over the past few years\, he has had the opportunity to study the Abrahamic faiths in Italy\, Turkey\, Greece\, Austria\, the Czech Republic and most recently in Israel and the West Bank. \nJohn’s work was recently the subject of a Chicago Tribune article\, which you can view by clicking here. \nThe objective of Mr. Camardella’s public high school curriculum in World Religions is to instruct students in an informative\, comparative and constitutional manner to better understand the many different belief systems.  Within his class\, John also includes a three-week unit on “Secular Humanism\, Atheism and Agnosticism.” \nThe Supreme Court case of Abington vs. Schempp (1963) ruled that public officials dealing with private citizens may not elevate one religion over another\, or show preference to belief over non-belief and vice versa.  By providing students with a strong knowledge on both religious and non-religious cultures and ideologies\, John strives to create a more educated and understanding society. \nFor those who are non-theists\, it is important as well to have a solid grasp of the various major religions\, their origins\, traditions\, similarities and differences\, in order to have more constructive and rational discussions with people of religious faith\, whether they be Christian\, Jewish\, Muslim\, Hindu\, etc.  While many who identify as non-believers have familiarized themselves very well with the Christian bible\, less may be known about the texts and traditions of the non-Christian religions.  These lectures are designed to provide a well-rounded education about the major religions and why they should be taught to students. \nThis lecture series will take place over two separate weeknights\, and focus on the following: \nWednesday\, October 4th – Hinduism\, Buddhism & Sikhism \nWednesday\, October 11th – Judaism\, Christianity & Islam \nThe presentations will be followed by an extensive Q&A and discussion session. \nEach lecture will begin at 7:00 PM and be held in the auditorium of the Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 Lincoln Ave. in Skokie.  This is a free event and open to the public. But we ask that anyone who would like to attend please RSVP on our Doodle poll.  To reserve your spot\, please click here. \nThis is a free event and open to the public \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-lecture-series-world-religions/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20170605T012542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170605T012847Z
UID:1851-1497697200-1497708000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Discussion Workshop #4:  "Challenging Religious Beliefs"
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will hold its fourth in a series of workshops designed to assist non-theists with addressing talking points posed by those of religious faith.  A moderator will facilitate a group discussion among freethinkers\, encouraging each individual to offer their viewpoints pertaining to two separate topics/questions relating to religious beliefs.  Participants will not be made aware of the topics/questions until the start of the discussion in order to help sharpen critical thinking skills! \nThe discussion will run for approximately 1 1/2 hours.  Pizza and salad will be served at the conclusion of the workshop. \nAdmission:  $10 per person suggested donation (to help cover food and venue costs) \nFor those who would like to attend this educational event\, please click here to RSVP on our Doodle poll.  The RSVP deadline is Friday\, June 16th. \nHope to see you there! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-discussion-workshop-4-challenging-religious-beliefs/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170524T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170524T223000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20170504T024715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170504T024715Z
UID:1831-1495652400-1495665000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:The FFRFMCC Presents: "An Evening with Keith Semple"
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will be hosting an evening with atheist musician Keith Semple.  Keith is an accomplished musician who began his professional career at the age of 16 having performed throughout Europe.  Born in Ireland\, he moved to Chicago in 2006 when he joined the band 7th Heaven.  In his six years with the band\, he performed opening acts for Bon Jovi\, Def Leppard\, Styx\, Journey and Huey Lewis\, just to name a few.  In 2012\, he went on to form his own band\, SEMPLE\, with Chicago area musicians.  And in 2015\, advanced his way to the top 20 live rounds as a contestant on NBC’s “The Voice.” \nOur event will include a presentation by Keith\, where he will discuss his journey to atheism in Northern Ireland and it’s impact on his world view\, including the moral\, logical and existential implications of his conclusions\, and how they pertain to today’s issues. \nDuring his approximate 1 hour talk\, Keith will also perform musical interludes during the opening\, middle and conclusion of his presentation. \nThe event will begin at 7:00pm with a cash bar and complimentary appetizers.  The presentation and music will take place from 7:30pm – 9:00pm\, and conclude with a “meet and greet” with a cash bar from 9:00pm – 10:30pm. \nAdmission Fee:  $10.00 suggested donation \nFor those who would like to attend\, please click here to reserve your spot on our Doodle poll. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/the-ffrfmcc-presents-an-evening-with-keith-semple/
LOCATION:Chief O’Neill’s Pub & Restaurant\, 3471 N. Elston Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20170126T050847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170126T051027Z
UID:1791-1486825200-1486837800@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC 2017 Darwin Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:February 12th\, 2017 will mark the 208th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin.  His five-year voyage on the HMS Beagle in 1831 led to his work on the theory of evolution\, which is now fact\, and the publishing of his book\, “On the Origin of Species.”  Despite his Christian upbringing\, his father’s desire he become a parson\, and marrying devout Christian Emma Wedgwood (his cousin)\, Darwin bravely sought to challenge the biblical notions of creation\, and forever changing our understanding of the natural world. \nDarwin’s contributions to science are enormous\, and although our federal government has still yet to officially recognize Darwin’s accomplishments\, those of us who truly understand the importance of his work\, can recognize him. \nIn co-sponsorship this year with the Chicago Atheist Society\, the FFRFMCC will hold its 5th annual Darwin Day celebration to honor this great man.  Please join us as we gather for a viewing of two segments from Richard Dawkins’ outstanding documentary\, “The Genius of Charles Darwin.  The film will last approximately 1 and 1 /2 hours\, and will be followed by a dinner buffet and social gathering. \nAll who would like to attend this celebration of the life of Charles Darwin can click here to reserve their spot on our Doodle poll.   The reservation deadline for this event will be Thursday\, February\, 9th\, 2017. \nCost:  $10 suggested donation \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-2017-darwin-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skoke\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Freedom From Religion Foundation Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20161016T194257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161018T235919Z
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SUMMARY:"Religious Freedom or Discrimination?:  Examining Religious Freedom Restoration Acts."
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC is pleased to announce it will be hosting a speaking engagement by FFRF Staff Attorney and Constitutional Counsel Andrew Seidel. \nThe title of his presentation will be:  “Religious Freedom or Discrimination?:  Examining Religious Freedom Restoration Acts.”  Andrew will focus on the recent wave of Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) bills that have been passed or are currently being introduced by state governments\, which are designed to expand the Constitutional right to freedom of religious exercise by allowing exemptions from legislative bans to individuals on the basis of their religious beliefs. \nAs those of the religious majority seek special privilege to ignore laws they feel are in conflict with their beliefs\, it is important now more than ever to understand the nature of RFRA legislation and whether they serve only to clarify the “Free Exercise” clause\, or are just an attempt to circumvent anti-discrimination laws. \nDark brown states have constitutional or statutory religious exemption law (RFRA) (21 states). Data current as of 10/10/2016 from http://www.lgbtmap.org/equality_maps/profile_state/44 \nThe presentation will be approximately 30 minutes in length\, and will be followed by another 30 minutes of Q&A.  So\, please join us for what will be a most enlightening discussion: \nDate:  Thursday\, November 3rd\, 2016\nTime:  7:00pm – 8:00pm\nPlace:  The Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 Lincoln Ave. in Skokie (corner of Lincoln Ave. and and Howard St.)\nCost: Free \nFree parking is available. \nUpon conclusion of this speaking event\, guests are invited to gather at The Curragh Irish Pub (8266 Lincoln Ave. in Skokie) where they will have the opportunity to “meet\, greet & chat” with Andrew Seidel over a few drinks. \nIf you would like to attend\, we kindly ask that you please RSVP on our Doodle poll by clicking here. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/religious-freedom-or-discrimination-examining-religious-freedom-restoration-acts/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20160827T204739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160827T204749Z
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SUMMARY:Mythicist Milwaukee's Mythinformation Conference: Is Faith Rooted in Fiction?
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis year’s Mythinformation Conference hosted by\nMythicist Milwaukee asks\, “Is Faith Rooted in Fiction?” \nJoin FFRF’s own president Dan Barker as he presents his talk titled “GOD: The Most Unpleasant Character in All Fiction” along with other local secular groups coming together to debate and educate. \nFor more information about the lineup and to purchase tickets\, visit their conference page here. \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/mythicist-milwaukees-mythinformation-conference-is-faith-rooted-in-fiction/
LOCATION:Turner Hall\, 1034 North 4th Street\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161012T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20161011T025739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T025739Z
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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;VALUE=DATE:20161007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161010
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20160723T212528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160808T231009Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Community,Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160812
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
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:20160522T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20160522T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20160511T175138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160702T165236Z
UID:1295-1463929200-1463940000@www.ffrfmcc.org
SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Panel Discussion - "Challenging Religious Beliefs"
DESCRIPTION:One of the more frequently discussed topics among freethinkers is:  “How can we effectively respond to questions and talking points from the religious when confronted with their beliefs?” \nAs rationalists\, one of our objectives is to inject critical thinking into everyday conversation.  Since most non-theists have friends and family who identify with a religious faith\, sometimes conversations with them can veer in a religious direction.  For those of us who are openly secular\, listening to friends\, family and acquaintances bring up the subject of their religious beliefs can often be a complicated and uneasy situation.  How do we respond?  Should we respond? \nThe FFRFMCC would like to help non-theists be more comfortable in these situations by hosting what we hope will be a series of productive discussion panels regarding how to rationally address questions most often posed to non-theists by the religious.  These panels will involve participants gathering in groups with a facilitator\, where freethinking individuals can each contribute to compiling rational responses designed to challenge unsubstantiated beliefs – those which the religious have typically come to accept as an undeniable truth. \nTo kick-off our first discussion\, we will attempt to tackle the following questions/talking points often brought up by the religious: \n1)  “Science and religion are definitely compatible.  One can certainly believe in both evolution and a created universe from the hands of God.”\n \n 2)  “How can a person be moral\, or even find purpose in life\, if they do not believe in God?” \nThe role of each group’s facilitator will be not to lecture\, but simply encourage discussion\, keep participants on topic\, and document the discussion points.  This will be a group participation activity\, with everyone being responsible for providing their input on what they consider the best way(s) to respond to dogmatic beliefs.  The purpose is to not only allow individuals to share their viewpoints\, but also discover alternative arguments they may not have previously thought of in tackling a complex subject.  The session will conclude with each facilitator presenting the results from their respective groups to all participants. \nSo please join us for what will be a fascinating\, educational\, and challenging afternoon.  And if you have any like-minded\, freethinking friends or family members\, you are welcome to invite them!\nLight refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the discussion! \nCost:  Free! \n  \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-panel-discussion-challenging-religious-beliefs/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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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:20260605T175936
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:20150915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150915T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20150902T204520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164135Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation by Hemant Mehta
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the FFRFMCC will begin its 2015/16 educational series season with a presentation by “The Friendly Atheist” Hemant Mehta.  His popular blog and podcasts appear on Patheos.com\, and he is the author of “I Sold My Soul on eBay\,” and “The Young Atheist’s Survival Guide\,” \nHemant will talk about the changing demographics of millennials and the struggles they face as a result of losing their religious faith more quickly than any previous generation. He will address the question of why this is happening today and what it means for our country’s future. \nThe evening’s activities will begin with a pizza social from 6:30-7:30 PM\, followed by the presentation at 7:30 PM.  Hemant will then be on hand for book signings after the presentation. \nSuggested Donation:  $8.00 \nTo RSVP\, please click here \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/presentation-by-hemant-mehta/
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150604T220000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20150529T022919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164141Z
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SUMMARY:The FFRFMCC Presents: "An Evening With Neil Carter"
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC is proud to announce it is bringing Godless in Dixie blogger Neil Carter to speak to the secular community in Chicago!  Neil was recently featured on the CBS Sunday Morning program segment\, “Atheists: In Godlessness We Trust” \nA member of the Clergy Project\, he recently began work as the Group Development Director for Recovering from Religion.  He is also going to be on the promotional team for the upcoming Reason Rally 2\, which is currently being planned for the summer of 2016. \nRaised in the predominantly Christian bible belt of the south\, Neil spent two decades “passionately pursuing the ideals of evangelical Christianity.”  At age 35\, his views on religion changed\, and will share with us his experiences being a non-believer surrounded by a culture of deep religious faith.  He freely expresses his skeptical (and often antagonistic!) opinions about religion through his blog\, and also by moderating a discussion group among over 450 atheists in Mississippi. \nNeil will also talk about the reasons for the rapid growth of secularism in the U.S.\, as recently detailed in the latest Pew Forum research survey on America’s Changing Religious Landscape. \nThe presentation will be one hour in length\, followed by a 1/2 hour Q&A session. \nA “Meet & Greet” social will take place afterward in the EHS Community Room.  Refreshments will be served! \nTo reserve your spot online\, please click here to RSVP on our Doodle poll. \nSo please join us for an evening of freethought enlightenment! \n  \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/the-ffrfmcc-presents-an-evening-with-neil-carter/
LOCATION:Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago\, 7574 N. Lincoln Ave.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20150502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20150502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20150422T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164150Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Spring Business Meeting/Climate Change Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The FFRFMCC will hold its Spring 2015 business meeting on Saturday\, May 2nd to discuss Chapter activities\, answer questions\, and seek input from those who wish to be active in the Chapter’s mission. The meeting takes place from 1pm-2pm and will be followed by a presentation by Michelle Halle Stern from the Climate Reality Project. Ms. Stern will discuss climate change and how individuals can be more active in their communities to reduce its dangerous effects. This presentation will be from 2:30pm-4pm \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-spring-business-meetingclimate-change-presentation/
LOCATION:Conrad Sulzer Public Library\, 4455 N. Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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:20260605T175936
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:20140920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20140920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T175936
CREATED:20140821T004052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160609T164242Z
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SUMMARY:FFRFMCC Presents Paul Loebe of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation
DESCRIPTION:The FFRF Metropolitan Chicago Chapter invites you to a presentation by Mr. Paul Loebe\, Special Projects Manager for the Military Religious Freedom Foundation. \nPaul will discuss complaint cases involving religious indoctrination and proselytizing that is prevalent in our U.S. military.  The MRFF is a legal organization “dedicated to ensuring that all members of the United States Armed Forces fully receive the Constitutional guarantees of religious freedom to which they and all Americans are entitled by virtue of the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.” \nThe presentation\, taking place in Room 304 at the Irish American Heritage Center\, will be one hour in length including a question and answer session. \nImmediately afterward\, a “Meet & Greet” social will take place in the Fifth Province Room Pub on the first floor of the Center until 4:00pm.  This will include a buffet luncheon featuring salad and a variety of pizza.  A full cash bar will be available. \nTo reserve your space online\, please click here \nSo please join us for what will be a most fun and interesting afternoon of secular discussion and socializing! \nRSVP deadline is Monday\, September 15\, 2014. \nSee you there! \n\nTweet
URL:https://www.ffrfmcc.org/event/ffrfmcc-presents-paul-loebe-of-the-military-religious-freedom-foundation/
LOCATION:The Irish American Heritage Center\, 4626 N. Knox Ave.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="FFRFMCC":MAILTO:info@ffrfmcc.org
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