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Philosophy Symposium: On Growth Policy, Wildlife & the Environment
Lewis & Clark Library (Large Community Room) 120 S. Last Chance Gulch, Helena, Montana, United StatesIn this mini-symposium in collaboration with Lewis & Lclark Library, and facilitated by community philosopher Marisa Diaz-Waian, we'll talk with guest panelists and authors Christopher Preston & Robert Frideman about growth policy and development, wildlife, and the environment. The symposium will be structured in a way that allows ample time for community Q & A, as well as an opportunity to mingle with the authors/scholars after the community conversation. FREE & open to the public. Learn more & RSVP here!
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BINGO Night at Lewis & Clark Taproom: A FUN-draiser for Community Philosophy
Lewis & Clark Taproom 1535 Dodge Avenue, Helena, Montana, United StatesCome join the fun on Friday, October 3rd from 7pm-9pm. Play some BINGO & win some great prizes. Sip on some award-winning brews! Grab some grub from Vigilante Pizza! Enjoy great conversation & laughs with friends! Have fun & support a great cause! All procceeds and donations will help to support our Fall & Winter programs. Learn more here!
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Philosophy Think & Drink
Reeder's Alley Conference Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United StatesStep into the dojo! Our Think & Drinks are monthly gatherings that consist of a “meeting of minds” over libations. An open mind & willing desire to engage in thoughtful dialogue (whether from a listening or contribution standpoint) is all that’s needed! Learn more here!
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Philosophy Shorts (For Youth): Storytelling & Animals
Lewis & Clark Library (Large Community Room) 120 S. Last Chance Gulch, Helena, Montana, United StatesA storytelling event for youth that features heartwarming tales starring animals such as coyote, raven, wolf, and more. Weaving art, philosophy, history, science, and community together, our storytellers -- Louise Fischer & Shane Doyle -- will invite youth to imagine, wonder, question, and play, and learn more about indigenous perspectives on the enlightening & enchanting role of animals in our lives and collective history. And to make things extra special...given Halloween’s proximity, our story telling focus, and our love of play…we’re dressing up! And invite you to play along! Come dressed as your favorite critter & join the fun. FREE. Learn more & RSVP here!
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Philosophy Think & Drink
Reeder's Alley Conference Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United StatesStep into the dojo! Our Think & Drinks are monthly gatherings that consist of a “meeting of minds” over libations. An open mind & willing desire to engage in thoughtful dialogue (whether from a listening or contribution standpoint) is all that’s needed! Learn more here!
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Giving Tuesday 2025
Virtual EventPlease help us meet our goal of $3,500 this GivingTuesday! Contributions will go toward our Winter & Spring philosophy in the community programming. Learn more and donate here!
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Philosophy Think & Drink
Reeder's Alley Conference Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United StatesStep into the dojo! Our Think & Drinks are monthly gatherings that consist of a “meeting of minds” over libations. An open mind & willing desire to engage in thoughtful dialogue (whether from a listening or contribution standpoint) is all that’s needed! Learn more here!
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Philosophy Think & Drink
Reeder's Alley Conference Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United StatesStep into the dojo! Our Think & Drinks are monthly gatherings that consist of a “meeting of minds” over libations. An open mind & willing desire to engage in thoughtful dialogue (whether from a listening or contribution standpoint) is all that’s needed! Learn more here!
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Philosophy Shorts: The Virtues of the Student
Virtual EventWhat are the qualities of an excellent student? Or, as ancient Greek philosophers would put it, what are the virtues, or excellences, which belong to students in general, and especially to students of philosophy? In this evening Zoom program led by community philosopher David Nowakowski we’ll examine some passages on this theme, written by thinkers in the Hellenistic philosophy tradition, and engage in lively conversation about the goals and methods of education, how virtues correspond, and how these apply in our lives today. Learn more & RSVP here.
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Philosophy Think & Drink
Reeder's Alley Conference Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United StatesStep into the dojo! Our Think & Drinks are monthly gatherings that consist of a “meeting of minds” over libations. An open mind & willing desire to engage in thoughtful dialogue (whether from a listening or contribution standpoint) is all that’s needed! Learn more here!
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Piano Concert Fundraiser w/ Johnny Moore
Carroll College (St. Charles Hall) 1601 N. Benton Avenue, Helena, Montana, United StatesA fundraiser evening featuring local artist Johnny Moore. Enjoy a night of original music and Randy Newman tunes, as Johnny tickles the ivory and shares stories along the way. FREE. $15 suggested donation at the door. All proceeds will support our Special Public Philosophy Project: Art as Transformation. Learn more here!
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Film & Philosophy: Kafka’s “The Trial”
Reeder's Alley (Stonehouse Grotto) 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United StatesWe're excited to be resurrecting our film & philosophy events this year. We'll be kicking off our first in the series with a matinee viewing of The Trial -- a 1962 film based on Franz Kafka’ posthumously published novel of the same name. After the film, we'll have a community conversation led by Student Scholar Fellow Gavin Payne based on questions inspired by the film. FREE & open to all.
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