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• Potluck Dinner

  • When
    Saturday, May 30, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Charlene Baker's home (Corrales)

  Register

  May brings us another 5th Saturday and a great summer evening to enjoy a potluck with fellow Humanists!  Charlene Baker invites you to share her Corrales home and yard as well as delicious food prepared by fabulous people.

  With evenings getting longer, we'll meet at 6:00 PM to let the sun get over the housetops while being in time for the possibly beautiful sunset on the Sandias. Indoor and outdoor seating will be available, but if you stay indoors, be prepared to have a dog ask for a belly rub!

  The theme will be: If you wrote an autobiography, what would its title be, and why?

  So please get your thoughts and your recipes together and register for the party on our website with what food you'll bring and the number of guests. If you prefer, you can let Charlene know at huftrot@gmail.com or (505)350-2436.

  Charlene's address will be sent in your confirmation email. If you have questions, please call her at the number above. And yes, you can bring adult beverages if you wish!

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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, June 04, 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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• NIGHT OUT: Deepfaking Sam Altman (movie)

  • When
    Friday, June 05, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    3405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM

  Hosted by member Marjorie Churgin, Deepfaking Sam Altman is an especially timely film, given the interest in artificial intelligence and the OpenAI CEO. Let’s meet at the box office at 3:40 pm (first-come, first-served), and we can sit together.

  Buy your ticket online for $7.18 or at the box office. If you like, join Marjorie next door at IL Vicino at 3 pm for a drink. Her Movie and Entertainment Meetup group will also be attending.

  MOVIE SYNOPSIS

  When Los Angeles filmmaker Adam Bhala Lough fails to land an interview with the elusive Sam Altman, he travels to India to deepfake the tech CEO, only to create a glitchy LLM “Sam Bot” that moves into his home, befriends his son and begins co-directing the movie. As Sam Bot grows more lifelike, Adam is forced to decide whether to delete the AI he accidentally brought to life, and the film becomes a sharp, surprisingly moving exploration of how humans navigate the chaotic new world of artificial intelligence.

  “A globe-trotting, thought-provoking, utterly surreal exploration.” – Rolling Stone

  
  

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• Neuroscience Discussion Group

  • When
    Monday, June 08, 2026
  •  
    7:30 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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• HIKE: 10K South Trail to the Crest

  • When
    Tuesday, June 09, 2026
  •  
    8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    200 Tramway, 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 lower, southern section, a nice forested trail with meadowed stretches that leads to the crest of the Sandia Mountains.

  Distance: 5 miles. Gain: 1000 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 across the road, going left and downhill, junction to the Challenge Trail to the right. Challenge and 10K are coincident here, the same route continuing southeast to a junction with the Double Eagle Trail where we’ll take the left. At the next intersection the 10K goes its own way to the right.

  Our path then proceeds to roll along a sometimes forested, sometimes meadowed route that crosses 9 ski paths that vary in width from 50 to 300 feet, before resuming a forest route that at nearly 2-1/2 miles joins the Tree Spring Trail coming up from the left. We’ll go right another tenth of a mile to the Crest. We’ll stop here, relax, refuel and then retrace our route down slope back to the trailhead. Our hike’s climb of 1000 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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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, June 11, 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, June 13, 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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• NIGHT OUT: Idiocracy (the movie)

  • When
    Sunday, June 14, 2026
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • Location
    TBA

  Register

  Help us celebrate a very special president's birthday with a movie he helped make part of American cultural literacy. 

  This R-rated cult classic from Mike Judge, the creator of Beavis and Butt-head, co-creator of King of the Hill, and director/writer of Office Space, will use up less than 90 minutes of your life. In exchange, you'll get all the popcorn you can eat and be entered into a drawing for a Brawndo coffee mug.

  Note: The popcorn is free, but you'll need to bring your own favorite beverage.

  If you dare register, you'll be provided the address of the secret location (Paul's house) of this showing. 

  
  

  Movie Synopsis: Idiocracy is an electrolyte-infused sci-fi comedy celebrating its 20^th anniversary this year. A U.S. Army librarian (Luke Wilson) and a prostitute (Maya Rudolph) undergo a government hibernation experiment and wake up 500 years later in a dystopian world where human intelligence has plummeted, and corporate power rules everything.

  “Idiocracy is easily the most potent political film of the year, and the most stirring defense of traditional values since Edmund Burke's Reflections on the Revolution in France.” – Slate

  

  Idiocracy is brought to you by Brawndo. 

  
  

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, June 17, 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: $10-13. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!

  
  

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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, June 17, 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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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, June 18, 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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• TOPICAL DISCUSSION

  • When
    Saturday, June 20, 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: Oso Grande Constitutional Walk for Hikers

  • When
    Sunday, June 21, 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Morris and Osuna NE, Albuquerque, NM

  Register

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

  Oso Grande, Ursa Major, Grande Ours – it all means the same thing! A Big Bear. In this case a big walk up Bear Canyon.

  Our walk will begin at El Oso Grande Park, just east of the intersection of Morris and Osuna. We’ll proceed up the south side of the park, safely cross Juan Tabo, ascend a ramp road and enter the extended canyon. The adventure will go out to near the Mama Bear and Cubs statues and turn around. The total distance will be about 3-1/2 miles with about a 300-foot gain over the course of the walk. We’ll move at a constitutional pace of about 1-1/2 to 2+ miles per hour, finishing in about 2 hours. Most of the walk is in the arroyo dirt along social paths. This is a great opportunity to work the balance muscles needed for hiking while ascending a mild grade.

  If desired at the time by the group, we can extend the walk to the Emery Trailhead and make it about 5 miles.

  
  

  MEETING PLACE: at Oso Grande Park, south side east of Morris. Look for my red Nissan Frontier pickup in the parking lot.

  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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• HUMANIST SPEAKER SERIES: Dr. Gabriella Blakey

  • When
    Saturday, June 27, 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. Gabriella Blakey, Superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools. 

  For more information, email Paul@humanistsnm.org.

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• Neuroscience Discussion Group

  • When
    Monday, July 06, 2026
  •  
    7:30 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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• OPEN DISCUSSION: WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND?

  • When
    Saturday, July 11, 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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• Pondering at the Pub

  • When
    Wednesday, July 15, 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, 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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• Neuroscience Discussion Group

  • When
    Monday, August 03, 2026
  •  
    7:30 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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