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SUMMARY:Greater Helena Gives 2027
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS GREATER HELENA GIVES?\nHosted by the Helena Area Community Foundation\, Greater Helena Gives is a 24-hour online fundraiser that raises money for non-profits across Helena.  We love participating in this event and have set this year’s fundraising goal at $3\,500\, which will be put toward for our Summer & Fall programming. \nWhen: Wednesday\, May 5th – Thursday\, May 6th (8pm-8pm) \nHow to give: Yes\, I want to support critical\, creative thinking in our community by making a donation to Merlin here! \nGive by check: Make out to ‘Merlin CCC’\, write ‘Greater Helena Gives’ in the memo line\, and mail to 119 Reeder’s Alley\, Helena MT 59601 \n\n\n\n\n\nWHY GIVE TO MERLIN?\nImagine a world where thoughtful dialogue & community co-exist.  Where differing perspectives break bread.  Where understanding\, truth\, and wisdom is a goal.  Imagine you live in that world\, that city\, that neighborhood\, that community. \nBe part of that vision.  Invest in that community.  Support philosophy. \nA lot goes into putting on programs in the community.  In addition to the public-facing side of things\, there is a lot of behind-the-scenes work that has to get done in order for a program to take flight. That’s where you come in!  Your contributions on Greater Helena Gives will help to support our Summer & Fall philosophy in the community programming\, critical\, creative thinking\, the exchange of ideas\, and the application of philosophy to everyday living.  Our programs are free to the community and are opportunities for people of all backgrounds and ages — from children to elders — to gather\, to learn from and with one another\, and to uniquely cultivate their personal and civic selves. \n\n\nPlay\n\n\nWHY iS PHILOSOPHY IMPORTANT & wHAT aRE YOU HELPING TO SUPPORT BY BECOMING A CONTRIBUTOR?\nBy supporting our organization\, you are contributing to the well-being & enrichment of Helena by providing opportunities for community members to strengthen their analytic & creative thinking skills\, cultivate robust strategies for thinking about and navigating the complexities & nuances of life\, foster empathy & compassion\, nurture and encourage wonder & curiosity\, and build community inspired by an appreciation for and love of place. \n\nPhilosophy is the backbone of civil discourse & the heartbeat of a critical\, creative & thinking community.
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CATEGORIES:Fundraiser Events,Greater Helena Gives
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marisa Diaz-Waian":MAILTO:marisa@merlinccc.org
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SUMMARY:Philosophy Think & Drink
DESCRIPTION:Fun Gatherings that Stimulate the Mind!\nOur Philosophy Think & Drinks are casual\, community-oriented gatherings that are intellectually stimulating and fun.  You don’t need a background in philosophy to enjoy & participate.  An open mind & desire to engage in thoughtful dialogue (whether from a listening or contribution standpoint) is all that’s needed!  For those who love philosophy but prefer not to partake in the libations side of things\, don’t let that stop you from participating in the fun.  We emphasize the think over the drink! \nWhen\n2nd Thursday of every month from 7pm-9pm \nWhere\nReeder’s Alley — In the colder months\, we’ll meet indoors in the Conference Center. In the warmer\, we’ll meet outdoors in the Pavilion.  \nOther\nLight snacks provided.  BYOB. \n \nHow Do They Work?\nStep into the dojo!  Our Think & Drinks are monthly gatherings that consist of a “meeting of minds” over libations.  After nabbing goodies and seats\, getting acquainted & settling in…the eve begins. \n\nNo topics are off-limit; no questions are too broad\, narrow\, abstract\, or concrete.  Questions are posed by participants in a “round-robin” fashion\, clarified\, and then voted upon collectively.\nOnce our “avenue of philosophical pursuit” is in place\, we’re ready to dive into a fun night of facilitated philosophical discussion.
URL:https://merlinccc.org/calendar-event/philosophy-think-drink-15/
LOCATION:Reeder’s Alley Conference Center\, 101 Reeder's Alley\, Helena\, MT\, 59601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Think & Drinks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Marisa Diaz-Waian":MAILTO:marisa@merlinccc.org
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