Humanist Community of Central Ohio |

Don't believe in God? You are not alone! The Humanist Community of Central Ohio is a community which values people, emphasizes reason, and focuses on this world.

For January and February, our Humanist Program will be at the Grandview Public Library, 1685 W. 1st Ave, Grandview, 43212.

Programs are still the second Saturday of each month and begin at 1pm. Join us for pizza at 12:30!

Unfortunately, we are unable to continue to meet in the Northwood High Building. Please bear with us while we look for a more perminant location for our monthly Humanist Program.

For monthly Humanist Program details, please see the side calendar.

My name is Jeff Dubin, and I'm writing to introduce myself as the new president of HCCO. » Read more

This week is a time to celebrate things accomplished by Martin Luther King Jr. Although King was a Christian minister rather than a Humanist, Humanists can still find things to appreciate in King’s life. In fact, freethinking civil rights organizers such as A. Philip Randolph and Bayard Rustin helped King organize civil rights demonstrations. What then do secular people find to appreciate in the work of a Christian minister? » Read more

Season’s greetings! We hope you are finding ways to enjoy the holidays during this solstice season. The full schedules, visits with friends, family, and coworkers, gift exchanges, reviews of the year, and new year’s resolutions, all hint at sources of meaning in our lives. » Read more

In 1978, fundamentalist Tim LaHaye published an anti-gay propaganda book called "The Unhappy Gays." LaHaye made unscientific claims about gay people, especially the claim that gay people were unhappy. Then LaHaye used unhappiness as an argument against being gay. Fortunately, times have changed, and after wide exposure of bullying, many people see that gay people are sometimes unhappy about how they are treated but not necessarily unhappy because of being gay. » Read more

As promised, we have more details for the Winter Solstice Banquet! Jamila Bey will be our guest speaker at the 2011 Winter Solstice Banquet. She’ll be speaking on the topic “Holidays for Heathens”. Humanists need to replace things that are lost when we no longer believe in the supernatural or in God. Humanists benefit from community and ceremony even if we do not ascribe religion to those experiences. » Read more

During AIDS/HIV scare of the early 1980’s, men that engaged in sexual activity with other men were banned by the FDA from donating blood or organs for life. Still in place over 20 years later, the ban not only affects men who have had sexual contact with other men, but any women who have had contact with this class of men. Modern HIV testing means this precaution is no longer neccesary and needlessly prevents potential donors from helping others and saving lives. » Read more

Can you imagine who might have said these nice words? “The more integrity you have, the richer you are. But it’s better than money...If you’ve lived your life with integrity, that’s what people will remember about you. It becomes your legacy...” “It’s amazing how money and the pursuit of money can rot us to the core...it can also cloud our thinking.” “We’re all working on repairing our relationships and showing mercy.” » Read more

I'm sorry if the recent calendar errors caused anyone inconvience. Because of job and personal responsibilities, I got behind in making sure our events were up to date. We're transitioning managment of our calendar onto our new Coordinator, Julia. Everything should be up to date and correct now. If you notice any other errorrs in our calendar, please send an email to coordinator@hcco.org.

Thank you for your patience!

-Sharon

Today

Perkins Observatory
- Start time: 08:00pm
- End time: 11:00pm
- Where: 3199 Columbus Pike, Delaware, OH
- Update1/24/2012: Tickets for this event are SOLD OUT!
  http://www.perkins-observatory.org/ $7 adults, $5 kids. The 2012 schedule isn't out yet but if anyone wants to go, we're planning a visit for our family and thought this would be fun for for the group. Additional information will be added as it becomes available. Additional information is here: http://www.meetup.com/OhioSecularParents/events/40083782/?a=socialmedia

Tomorrow

The Last (Saturday of the Month) Supper
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End time: 07:00pm
- Where: MCL Restaurant & Bakery, 3154 Kingsdale Center Upper Arlington, OH 43221
- Come out and join us for dinner and conversation! We're in the back room unless there's a special event going on. For more information contact Robert, afcm_om@inbox.com or 614-888-3601.

Wednesday, February 1st

Heathen Chicks Meetup
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 09:00pm
- Where: The Chocolate Cafe, 1855 Northwest Blvd, Columbus, OH 43214
- Join the freethinking ladies of Central Ohio for chocolate!

Friday, February 3rd

HCCO Family Game Night
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End time: 08:30pm
- Where: HCCO Office - 1515 W. Lane Avenue - Upper Arlington, OH 43221
- For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see:
  http://www.meetup.com/HumanistOhio/events/39661872/
  
  The Humanist Community of Central Ohio
  
  Bring the whole family and a snack or game to share! Or play a game from our vast stash! HCCO hosts are happy to provide activities for young children from 6:30 until 8:30. After 8:30, parents are welcome to stay and play with their young children, but are responsible for closely supervising their own kids. For more information please contact Sue Henry at susanhenry42@gmail.com.

Saturday, February 11th

Humanist Program:
- Start time: 01:00pm
- End time: 03:00pm
- Where: 1685 West First Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43212
- Our monthly program is a lecture or discussion on topics of interest to humanists! Join us at 12:30 for pizza.
  
  Topic to be announced.

Sunday, February 19th

Sunday Brunch
- Start time: 10:30am
- End time: 12:00pm
- Where: Giant Eagle Market District, 1798 Kingsdale Center, Columbus
- Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow humanists!
  
  Meet us in The Market District in the Giant Eagle for a tasty breakfast hot food buffet (priced by the pound with vegetarian friendly options) as well as made to order Belgian Waffles ($5) and egg/potato/bacon platters ($6). Coffee and tea free refills.
  
  We'll be in the room upstairs. Look for the table signs with the HCCO logo.

Wednesday, February 22nd

HCCO Board Meeting
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End time: 08:30pm
- Where: 1515 W Lane Ave #101, Columbus, OH
- The HCCO board of trustees meets regularly. Members are welcome to attend.

Saturday, February 25th

The Last (Saturday of the Month) Supper
- Start time: 05:00pm
- End time: 07:00pm
- Where: MCL Restaurant & Bakery, 3154 Kingsdale Center Upper Arlington, OH 43221
- Come out and join us for dinner and conversation! We're in the back room unless there's a special event going on. For more information contact Robert, afcm_om@inbox.com or 614-888-3601.

Wednesday, February 29th

Soup Kitchen Volunteering
- Start time: 10:00am
- End time: 02:00pm
- Where: 59 E Mound St, Columbus, OH
- Please RSVP to Ed Sweeney, esweeney3@columbus.rr.com or 614-395-0526.
  
  Park in the United Way of Central Ohio parking lot, 360 S. 3rd Street, Columbus, OH 43215 and use the side Church Office door.

Friday, March 2nd

HCCO Family Game Night
- Start time: 06:30pm
- End time: 08:30pm
- Where: HCCO Office - 1515 W. Lane Avenue - Upper Arlington, OH 43221
- For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see:
  http://www.meetup.com/HumanistOhio/events/39661872/
  
  The Humanist Community of Central Ohio
  
  Bring the whole family and a snack or game to share! Or play a game from our vast stash! HCCO hosts are happy to provide activities for young children from 6:30 until 8:30. After 8:30, parents are welcome to stay and play with their young children, but are responsible for closely supervising their own kids. For more information please contact Sue Henry at susanhenry42@gmail.com.

Wednesday, March 7th

Heathen Chicks Meetup
- Start time: 07:00pm
- End time: 09:00pm
- Where: The Chocolate Cafe, 1855 Northwest Blvd, Columbus, OH 43214
- Join the freethinking ladies of Central Ohio for chocolate!

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Do you . . .

...care about your fellow human beings? ...like to share a reasonable conversation? ...care about Democracy, Human Rights, and separation of church and state? ...want to get along, contribute, and guide the world in a positive direction?

If you answered "yes"...

Then you are at the right place. Humanism shares all of the above and contributes to the answering of life's questions. If you know humanism is for you, then consider joining HCCO as a member.

There are also many opportunities for our members and friends to get involved in HCCO and our larger community. Come out and see us sometime!

Our goal is to have $1,000 in monthly donations by 12/31/2011 so that we can support a paid Coordinator. Help us by setting up a recurring donation today!

Last updated 9/20/2011
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Monthly Humanist Program Has Moved!

A message from our new President, Jeff Dubin

Appreciating Martin Luther King Jr.'s Life

Choosing a Meaning-Filled New Year

Happy Humanists v. Sales Puffery of "Spirituality"

Final Details for Winter Solstice Banquet 2011!

Register Now! Jamila Bey, Winter Solstice Banquet, 12/17/11

Save a Life Petition to Repeal the FDA's MSM Blood Ban

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