Programming
The Center for Inquiry in New York City's programming falls into two broad categories: intellectual and social.
Intellectual programs
Ongoing series include:
- "Science and Philosophy": a panel discussion series that pairs scientists and philosophers for conversations on philosophical concepts amenable to empirical study. Our current focus is the mind, and past topics include consciousness and free will.
- "Voices of Reason": a lecture series featuring authors and other intellectuals for talks on science, ethics, and religion.
- "Truth Uncorked": a salon-type event featuring local professors and others who discuss their ideas with a smaller audience. Wine and light fare is served.
Social programs
Events include:
- "Metacognitive Brunch": a volunteer-run, semi-monthly discussion group held in the village.
- "CFI-NYC Student Discussion Group": a monthly discussion group for students and members under 35.
- "CFI-Harlem Discussion Group": a volunteer-led monthly discussion group that meets in Harlem.
- "Beyond Faith": a volunteer-run ex-Christian student support groupthat meets semi-monthly.
- "Queer Humanists": a social group for CFI-NYC members who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, queer, or trans*.
- "Cerebral Cinema": a volunteer-organized outing to the movies followed by drinks and discussion.
- "Muslim-ish": a volunteer-run support and discussion group for ex-Muslims and Muslims with doubts.
- "Open Mind Open Mic": volunteer-run monthly open mic for humanist musicians, writers, and performers.
- "Potluck in the Park": a monthly Spring and Summer potluck outdoors with members and their families.
- "Skeptics on the Mic": a late night once a month with drinks and karaoke.
- "Active Humanism": community service projects around NYC.
- Past programs include science scavenger hunts, solstice parties, walking historical tours, film screenings, magic acts, running groups, and music shows.
