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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, July 16, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

        HSNM Events Calendar

  Codenames is a fun 2-team word game that's a bit like Password but much more interesting and enjoyable for both the game itself as well as socializing with teammates. Years ago I used to play the table-top version but playing online is much better!
  You can play using your computer or your phone.

  Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm MT

  (Optional) Register in Meetup:

   https://www.meetup.com/group-hsnm/events/

  (Computer steps: Tap "Log in" at top right, log in, scroll down to "Events" list, find the "Codenames Online" you plan to attend, tap on it, then tap Attend Online.)

  Players that are new to Codenames are very welcome.
  You can take a look at it here: codenames.game
  And you can practice here: codenames.game/daily

  But it's much easier to learn by doing and we're happy to teach.

  We have 5 committed Codenamers already. The minimum to play is 4 (2 per team) and virtually no maximum. So we'd like more players! This event is simply opening it up to all you humanists. We hope to reach at least 3 per team (total of 6).

  Start here: 

  We use Google Meet to communicate while we're playing.

  Here is the link: https://meet.google.com/izo-rfpw-cwq

  If you're new to Google Meet, I recommend spending about 10 minutes ahead of start time to prepare and test your microphone and speakers. Video isn't needed.

  If you're on my invitation email list:

  You'll receive an email with two links sometime in the afternoon of the event. One is the link to the Google Meet meeting which never changes. The other is the link to the game itself which changes every week.

  Those not receiving my email reminders:

  You're totally welcome to join us. It's easy!

  Just join the Google Meet meeting using this link:

  https://meet.google.com/izo-rfpw-cwq

  Then, at game-time, I'll provide the link for the game itself.

  To be added to the email invitation list:

  Send a request to my email address: gstelle@gmail.com

  Fun addition: Add your own words!

  Once you see how the game works you're welcome to tell me words you'd like to see appear in the grid. I've been doing this already. That's how words like "SWAMP COOLER" and "HUMANIST" got there!
  

  --David (The Gaming SIG of HSNM)

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• HIKE: 10K NORTH TRAIL – CREST OPTIONAL

  • When
    Friday, July 17, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Tramway Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM

  Register

  *Please carefully read the entire posting before signing up.*

  The 10K Trail weaves around its eponymous altitude somewhat under two miles high. Our Humanists New Mexico Hiking Special Interest Group adventure will explore the higher, northern section, a nice forested trail with meadowed stretches that leads to the crest of the Sandia Mountains.

  
  

  Distance: 5 miles. Gain: 800 feet.

  Our hike will begin at an official trailhead, near mile marker 11 on the Crest Highway. Right now, this is where the road is closed due to US Forest Service fuel clearing and remedial work nearer the Crest. (Weekday parking is usually available to the north, comfort station too). The trail is mostly shaded and starts at the northwest end of the parking lot.

  Our path proceeds to roll along a sometimes forested, sometimes small-meadowed route that crosses the powerline to the crest at about ¾ mile, then the junction to the Osha Trail on the right at 1.8 miles. We’ll go straight another half-mile to a junction with the Ellis Trail at a long meadow. Here there will be the option to stop at the meadow or continue another four-tenths mile and 150 feet gain to the Crest. For those going to the Crest, we’ll stop there, relax, refuel and then retrace our route down slope back to the meadow, meeting up with those who’ve stopped there. Our hike’s climb of about 800 feet will be rewarded by spectacular views to the west of the Sandias and Albuquerque. Expect seasonal wildflowers. Possible viewable animal life ranges from Abert’s squirrels (common) to bears (rare).

  MEETING PLACE AND CARPOOL: Let’s meet at Smith’s Tramway and Central in the SW corner of the parking lot and travel together. The trailhead parking does need a pass, so bring your America the Beautiful card for your driver to display.

  Please keep cell phones silenced during our hike.

  NOTE: Hiking involves risks. You need to be sufficiently fit and properly equipped with poles, hiking boots, sun-protective clothing, water, nutrition and sunscreen. You are responsible for your own safety.

  CANCEL: The promise of rain or adverse weather and road conditions will cancel this event.

  IMPORTANT: If you sign up, please remember that the leader has you on a list and you have a responsibility to keep him informed of your plans so as not to cause delays and confusion on the day of the hike if you don’t join us at the meeting place. This can be done by text or call to his phone or comments on the Meetup posting.

  Questions? Contact Derek 310-870-3133

  
  

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• TOPICAL DISCUSSION

  • When
    Saturday, July 18, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  Join us to discuss a topic chosen the month prior. You don't have to research the topic ahead of time, but some members like to stretch their awareness of the topic ahead of time. And feel free to suggest a topic for the following month.

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• HIKE: Sandia Mountains, 10K Trail

  • When
    Tuesday, July 21, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    10k Trailhead 35.20964, -106.43547, · Cedar Crest, NM

  

  We'll be hiking the 10k Trail in the Sandia Mountains. The tralhead parking lot is about 11 miles up from the traffic circle on NM Rd 536 into the Cibola National Forest. Don't forget there is a required $5 parking fee unless you have the "America the Beautiful Pass." The parking lot is not hard to locate, but if you have any questions, just give me a call.

  Max Will, 505-459-5361

  
  

  
  

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• NIGHT OUT: National Hispanic Cultural Center

  • When
    Wednesday, July 22, 2026
  •  
    12:30 PM
  • Location
    1701 4th St., SW, Albuquerque, NM

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  Let's go to the National Hispanic Cultural Center on Wednesday, July 22 to have lunch and tour the Art Museum! One of the exhibits is Nuclear Past, Present, and Future: Art in Action. It is a collaboration between the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium and the NHCC Art Museum. The project examines the impact of nuclear technologies, their devastating human and environmental toll, and the artistic expression and activism of community members advocating for justice.

  
  

  By going on a Wednesday, we will take advantage of the museum's free day for New Mexico residents over the age of 60 -- what a deal! We'll have lunch at the on-site cafe, La Fonda, at 12:30 and then tour the nuclear exhibit and other areas of the museum until the doors close at 4:00.

  Please sign up on our website so I'll know the number of seats to reserve at the cafe for lunch. Being with friends in a cool place on a July afternoon while enjoying a local and regional treasure has much to recommend it!

  Charlene (huftrot@gmail.com)

  
  

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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, July 23, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

        HSNM Events Calendar

  Codenames is a fun 2-team word game that's a bit like Password but much more interesting and enjoyable for both the game itself as well as socializing with teammates. Years ago I used to play the table-top version but playing online is much better!
  You can play using your computer or your phone.

  Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm MT

  (Optional) Register in Meetup:

   https://www.meetup.com/group-hsnm/events/

  (Computer steps: Tap "Log in" at top right, log in, scroll down to "Events" list, find the "Codenames Online" you plan to attend, tap on it, then tap Attend Online.)

  Players that are new to Codenames are very welcome.
  You can take a look at it here: codenames.game
  And you can practice here: codenames.game/daily

  But it's much easier to learn by doing and we're happy to teach.

  We have 5 committed Codenamers already. The minimum to play is 4 (2 per team) and virtually no maximum. So we'd like more players! This event is simply opening it up to all you humanists. We hope to reach at least 3 per team (total of 6).

  Start here: 

  We use Google Meet to communicate while we're playing.

  Here is the link: https://meet.google.com/izo-rfpw-cwq

  If you're new to Google Meet, I recommend spending about 10 minutes ahead of start time to prepare and test your microphone and speakers. Video isn't needed.

  If you're on my invitation email list:

  You'll receive an email with two links sometime in the afternoon of the event. One is the link to the Google Meet meeting which never changes. The other is the link to the game itself which changes every week.

  Those not receiving my email reminders:

  You're totally welcome to join us. It's easy!

  Just join the Google Meet meeting using this link:

  https://meet.google.com/izo-rfpw-cwq

  Then, at game-time, I'll provide the link for the game itself.

  To be added to the email invitation list:

  Send a request to my email address: gstelle@gmail.com

  Fun addition: Add your own words!

  Once you see how the game works you're welcome to tell me words you'd like to see appear in the grid. I've been doing this already. That's how words like "SWAMP COOLER" and "HUMANIST" got there!
  

  --David (The Gaming SIG of HSNM)

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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, July 30, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

        HSNM Events Calendar

  Codenames is a fun 2-team word game that's a bit like Password but much more interesting and enjoyable for both the game itself as well as socializing with teammates.

  For details, go to the Events Calendar  and tap on Codenames Online for this coming Thursday.

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• Neuroscience Discussion Group

  • When
    Monday, August 03, 2026
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    online

  Are you interested in neuroscience? Do you like podcasts? Our NeuroTalk discussion group scratches both itches. 

  We listen individually to a preselected podcast, then gather on Google Meet to discuss it.  Podcast examples include Hidden Brain (Shankar Vedantam), Inner Cosmos (David Eagleman) and 10% Happier (Dan Harris). 

  We limit participation to eight people to make sure everyone has a chance to contribute. Interested? Email Paul@HumanistsNM.org.  

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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, August 06, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

        HSNM Events Calendar

  Codenames is a fun 2-team word game that's a bit like Password but much more interesting and enjoyable for both the game itself as well as socializing with teammates.

  For details, go to the Events Calendar  and tap on Codenames Online for this coming Thursday.

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• OPEN DISCUSSION: WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND?

  • When
    Saturday, August 08, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  You have a head full of ideas, and we want to hear them. Join us for an open discussion that's exciting, respectful and wide-ranging. 

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• TOPICAL DISCUSSION

  • When
    Saturday, August 15, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  Join us to discuss a topic chosen the month prior. You don't have to research the topic ahead of time, but some members like to stretch their awareness of the topic ahead of time. And feel free to suggest a topic for the following month.

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, August 19, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Silva Lanes, 3110 Eubank, Albuquerque, NM 87111

  Join the Unholy Rollers the third Wednesday of every month at Silva Lanes on Eubank. Just show up at the front desk and look human. A bowling angel will find you and direct you to Bowling Salvation! Approximate cost: $8-10. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!

  
  

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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, August 19, 2026
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    1100 San Mateo Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM

  Join us at Quarter Celtic Brewpub to discuss everyday practical philosophy with other humanists over a beer or two (or your fav beverage). Every 3rd Wensday of each month.

  
  

  Bounce ideas off each other about life, your own or in general. Maybe throw in a bit of psychology, and of course humor too, as we enjoy sharing each other's points of view. Potentially enlightening! And you are engaging; you are participating in life.

  Come with a topic you'd like to talk about or just join the conversation.
  Religion and politics are okay if pertinent, objective and limited.
  An academic perspective, if you have one, is always welcome.
  
  We'll grab a table either inside or on the patio. Order a meal if you like. They have good Irish food. 

  You can just show up or, if you like, tell me you're coming using Meetup. To do so go to Meetup calendar. Then log in (top right). Then find the 3rd Wensday and tap on the event. Then tap Attend and go from there.

  Dave Stelle

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• OPEN DISCUSSION: WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND?

  • When
    Saturday, September 12, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  You have a head full of ideas, and we want to hear them. Join us for an open discussion that's exciting, respectful and wide-ranging. 

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, September 16, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Silva Lanes, 3110 Eubank, Albuquerque, NM 87111

  Join the Unholy Rollers the third Wednesday of every month at Silva Lanes on Eubank. Just show up at the front desk and look human. A bowling angel will find you and direct you to Bowling Salvation! Approximate cost: $8-10. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!

  
  

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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, September 16, 2026
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    1100 San Mateo Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM

  Join us at Quarter Celtic Brewpub to discuss everyday practical philosophy with other humanists over a beer or two (or your fav beverage). Every 3rd Wensday of each month.

  
  

  Bounce ideas off each other about life, your own or in general. Maybe throw in a bit of psychology, and of course humor too, as we enjoy sharing each other's points of view. Potentially enlightening! And you are engaging; you are participating in life.

  Come with a topic you'd like to talk about or just join the conversation.
  Religion and politics are okay if pertinent, objective and limited.
  An academic perspective, if you have one, is always welcome.
  
  We'll grab a table either inside or on the patio. Order a meal if you like. They have good Irish food. 

  You can just show up or, if you like, tell me you're coming using Meetup. To do so go to Meetup calendar. Then log in (top right). Then find the 3rd Wensday and tap on the event. Then tap Attend and go from there.

  Dave Stelle

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• TOPICAL DISCUSSION

  • When
    Saturday, September 19, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  Join us to discuss a topic chosen the month prior. You don't have to research the topic ahead of time, but some members like to stretch their awareness of the topic ahead of time. And feel free to suggest a topic for the following month.

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• HUMANIST SPEAKER SERIES: Candace Gorham

  • When
    Saturday, September 26, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Albuquerque Museum

  FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: 

  Next up in our Humanist Speaker Series at the Albuquerque Museum is Dr. Candace Gorham, president of the American Humanist Association.  

  For more information, email Paul@humanistsnm.org.

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• OPEN DISCUSSION: WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND?

  • When
    Saturday, October 10, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  You have a head full of ideas, and we want to hear them. Join us for an open discussion that's exciting, respectful and wide-ranging. 

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• TOPICAL DISCUSSION

  • When
    Saturday, October 17, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    International District Library

  Join us to discuss a topic chosen the month prior. You don't have to research the topic ahead of time, but some members like to stretch their awareness of the topic ahead of time. And feel free to suggest a topic for the following month.

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Silva Lanes, 3110 Eubank, Albuquerque, NM 87111

  Join the Unholy Rollers the third Wednesday of every month at Silva Lanes on Eubank. Just show up at the front desk and look human. A bowling angel will find you and direct you to Bowling Salvation! Approximate cost: $8-10. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!

  
  

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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    1100 San Mateo Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM

  Join us at Quarter Celtic Brewpub to discuss everyday practical philosophy with other humanists over a beer or two (or your fav beverage). Every 3rd Wensday of each month.

  
  

  Bounce ideas off each other about life, your own or in general. Maybe throw in a bit of psychology, and of course humor too, as we enjoy sharing each other's points of view. Potentially enlightening! And you are engaging; you are participating in life.

  Come with a topic you'd like to talk about or just join the conversation.
  Religion and politics are okay if pertinent, objective and limited.
  An academic perspective, if you have one, is always welcome.
  
  We'll grab a table either inside or on the patio. Order a meal if you like. They have good Irish food. 

  You can just show up or, if you like, tell me you're coming using Meetup. To do so go to Meetup calendar. Then log in (top right). Then find the 3rd Wensday and tap on the event. Then tap Attend and go from there.

  Dave Stelle

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Silva Lanes, 3110 Eubank, Albuquerque, NM 87111

  Join the Unholy Rollers the third Wednesday of every month at Silva Lanes on Eubank. Just show up at the front desk and look human. A bowling angel will find you and direct you to Bowling Salvation! Approximate cost: $8-10. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!

  
  

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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    1100 San Mateo Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM

  Join us at Quarter Celtic Brewpub to discuss everyday practical philosophy with other humanists over a beer or two (or your fav beverage). Every 3rd Wensday of each month.

  
  

  Bounce ideas off each other about life, your own or in general. Maybe throw in a bit of psychology, and of course humor too, as we enjoy sharing each other's points of view. Potentially enlightening! And you are engaging; you are participating in life.

  Come with a topic you'd like to talk about or just join the conversation.
  Religion and politics are okay if pertinent, objective and limited.
  An academic perspective, if you have one, is always welcome.
  
  We'll grab a table either inside or on the patio. Order a meal if you like. They have good Irish food. 

  You can just show up or, if you like, tell me you're coming using Meetup. To do so go to Meetup calendar. Then log in (top right). Then find the 3rd Wensday and tap on the event. Then tap Attend and go from there.

  Dave Stelle

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, December 16, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Silva Lanes, 3110 Eubank, Albuquerque, NM 87111

  Join the Unholy Rollers the third Wednesday of every month at Silva Lanes on Eubank. Just show up at the front desk and look human. A bowling angel will find you and direct you to Bowling Salvation! Approximate cost: $8-10. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!

  
  

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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, December 16, 2026
  •  
    3:30 PM
  • Location
    1100 San Mateo Boulevard Northeast, Albuquerque, NM

  Join us at Quarter Celtic Brewpub to discuss everyday practical philosophy with other humanists over a beer or two (or your fav beverage). Every 3rd Wensday of each month.

  
  

  Bounce ideas off each other about life, your own or in general. Maybe throw in a bit of psychology, and of course humor too, as we enjoy sharing each other's points of view. Potentially enlightening! And you are engaging; you are participating in life.

  Come with a topic you'd like to talk about or just join the conversation.
  Religion and politics are okay if pertinent, objective and limited.
  An academic perspective, if you have one, is always welcome.
  
  We'll grab a table either inside or on the patio. Order a meal if you like. They have good Irish food. 

  You can just show up or, if you like, tell me you're coming using Meetup. To do so go to Meetup calendar. Then log in (top right). Then find the 3rd Wensday and tap on the event. Then tap Attend and go from there.

  Dave Stelle

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