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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, April 09, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  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
  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). 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:

  It's easy to join us and you're totally welcome!

  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. Easy!

  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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• OPEN DISCUSSION: WHAT'S ON YOUR MIND?

  • When
    Saturday, April 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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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, April 15, 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, April 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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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, April 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
  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). 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:

  It's easy to join us and you're totally welcome!

  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. Easy!

  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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• TOPICAL DISCUSSION

  • When
    Saturday, April 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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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, April 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.

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

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• NIGHT OUT: ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden

  • When
    Friday, April 24, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    2601 Central Southwest, Albuquerque, NM

  Register

  I’ve asked for a docent-guided tour of the  for Friday afternoon, April 24, from 1 to 3 PM. It happens to be Arbor Day! We’ll gather just inside the Gardens with sunscreen and brimmed hats in place. After the tour, we can stop at the café at the Aquarium for some refreshment.

  Parking is free, but you need to pay for your admission to the park, which gives you access to both the Aquarium and the Botanic Gardens.

  You can sign up on the website or contact me at huftrot@gmail.com or 505-350-2436.

  

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• HUMANIST SPEAKER SERIES: Matthew Campen, PhD

  • When
    Saturday, April 25, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Albuquerque Museum

  “Nanoplastics on Your Mind” by Matthew Campen, PhD

  Confused about the effects of nanoplastics on the brain? That’s understandable. Articles and rumors are everywhere. In April, we get the facts from Dr. Matthew Campen, a leading researcher into the neurological effects of nanoplastics. Dr. Campen’s research expertise extends beyond nanoplastics to inhaled pollutants like ozone, particulate matter, and carbon monoxide, which can cause toxicity beyond the lungs, including neurological effects. Many thanks to Margaret Viers for suggesting the topic.

  
  

  Bio: Dr. Matthew Campen is a Distinguished Professor in the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy.  He received his bachelor’s degrees in biochemistry and psychology from Virginia Tech, then completed an MSPH and PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering from the University of North Carolina School of Public Health.  Following a postdoctoral fellowship at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr. Campen moved to New Mexico and worked for several years as a toxicologist at the Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute.  In 2009, he moved across town to accept a faculty position at the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy.  

  Dr. Campen has been instrumental in establishing multidisciplinary, programmatic research programs at UNM, including several NIH-funded centers, such as the UNM Center for Metals in Biology and Medicine and the Southwest Center for Advancing Clinical and Translational Innovations.  His research expertise is largely focused on how inhaled pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and carbon monoxide can cause toxicity beyond the lungs, including neurological effects.  He began researching the problem of nanoplastics about 5 years ago and found that the science at the interface of plastics and human health was immature.  He has worked to better understand the nature of exposures, dosimetry, and toxicity using approaches that incorporate real human/clinical samples. 

  
  

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• Codenames Online

  • When
    Thursday, April 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 this coming Thursday.

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• UNHOLY ROLLERS BOWLING SIG

  • When
    Wednesday, May 20, 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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• 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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• 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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• 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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