Center for Inquiry - Events Feed http://centerforinquiry.net Upcoming Events from the Center for Inquiry en Copyright 2012 2012-05-18T20:17:12+00:00 Moving Secularism Forward http://www.centerforinquiry.net/events/moving_secularism_forward/ http://www.centerforinquiry.net/events/moving_secularism_forward/#When:2012-03-01 08:46
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March 1st
Ends
March 1st

The Center for Inquiry (CFI) and the Council for Secular Humanism will hold their annual conference "Moving Secularism Forward" March 1–4, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport in Orlando, Florida.

At "Moving Secularism Forward", learn about one of Florida's most dramatic church-state battles regarding the Blaine Amendment, and much, much more; including an optional motorcoach excursion to Kennedy Space Center.

Scheduled topics include: 
Situation Review: The International Academy of Humanism
Outreach and Advocacy Strategies
Does Secularism Have a Political Agenda?
What Are Our Objectives as Secular Humanists?
Scheduled to speak:

Daniel C. Dennett, Sir Harold Kroto, PZ Myers, Russell Blackford, Stephen Law, Rita Swan, Anthony Pinn, Victor Stenger, Elisabeth Cornwell, Eddie Tabash, Ophelia Benson, Lionel Tiger, Ronald Bailey, Razib Khan, Jamila Bey, Sikivu Hutchinson, David Silverman, Bill Cooke, Steven K. Green, Ellenbeth Wachs, Ronald A. Lindsay, Debbie Goddard and Tom Flynn.

Musical entertainment by George Hrab.

To obtain conference hotel room rates, reserve online here or by phone at 1-888-421-1442. Be sure to give the operator pass phrase CFSH3-1-12 to secure a discounted conference rate. 

Driving to the conference? Parking in the airport/hotel ramp is FREE for attendees.

]]> The Reason Rally http://www.centerforinquiry.net/events/the_reason_rally/ http://www.centerforinquiry.net/events/the_reason_rally/#When:2012-03-24 10:09
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March 24th
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March 24th

The Reason Rally, a nationwide celebration sponsored by the top secular organizations in the United States, will be held March 24, 2012, in Washington, DC. With the intent to unify, energize, and embolden secular people nationwide, The Reason Rally is a FREE event that will combat negative stereotypes about nonreligious Americans. Slated to be the largest secular event in world history, the rally will be filled with music, comedy, and addresses by leaders of the secular movement.

A growing list of diverse speakers includes:

Richard Dawkins
James Randi
PZ Myers
Ronald A. Lindsay
Todd Stiefel
Greta Christina
Fred Edwords
David Silverman
Roy Speckhardt
Jamila Bey
Hemant Mehta

 

 

]]> 2012 Rhine River Cruise http://www.centerforinquiry.net/events/2012_rhine_river_cruise/ http://www.centerforinquiry.net/events/2012_rhine_river_cruise/#When:2012-04-29 09:52
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April 29th
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April 29th

The Center for Inquiry Travel Club is pleased to announce that Richard Dawkins will be speaking on its 2012 Rhine River Cruise, joining human rights activist Maryam Namazie and CFI's president & CEO, Ronald A. Lindsay.The cruise will take place from April 29 to May 6, 2012. This is a riverboat cruise-on the Super Ship (S.S.) Antoinette, "the most luxurious river cruise ship in the world"-so space is very limited.

The Rhine River Valley is justly celebrated both for its natural beauty and its history. The Rhine's imposing castles and fortresses, erected over a millennium, provide a dramatic testament to its history, mute witnesses to centuries of trade, intellectual exchange, and the occasional clash of arms. The Rhine has also inspired some of the world's most moving art, music, and literature. The Rhine is a fitting setting for an intellectual feast. Lively discussions and stimulating presentations on science, religion, ethics, and the challenges facing secularism-all taking place in comfort amidst visually stunning locations-will provide guests with an unforgettable experience.

Make a reservation today

 

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