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SUMMARY:Greater Helena Gives 2026
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 $4\,000\, which will be put toward for our Summer & Fall programming. \nWhen: Wednesday\, May 6th – Thursday\, May 7th (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. \nWHY PHILOSOPHY IS IMPORTANT & wHAT YOU’RE HELPING TO SUPPORT\n\nPhilosophy is the backbone of civil discourse & the heartbeat of a critical\, creative & thinking community. \n\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.
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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-may-2026/
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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SUMMARY:Film & Philosophy: "The Congress"
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the novel “The Futurological Congress” (1971) by Polish author Stanisław Lem\, The Congress is a unique sci-fi blend of live-action and animation that explores the future of entertainment\, identity\, and perception. Robin Wright stars as a fictionalized version of herself\, an aging actress who\, through some heartbreaking circumstances\, agrees to sell her digital likeness to a powerful Miramount studio. As the industry evolves into a hallucinatory animated dystopia\, she embarks on a surreal journey where reality and illusion collide. Directed by Ari Folman\, The Congress features an outstanding cast\, including Harvey Keitel\, Jon Hamm\, Paul Giamatti\, Danny Huston\, and (of course) Robin Wright. \n\n\nWatch the Movie Trailer\n\n\n\nPlay\n\n\nWhat We’ll Be Doing\nAfter grabbing a seat in our mini-theater and welcoming hello…we’ll settle in & watch The Congress. This visually stunning and thought-provoking film presents a cornucopia of philosophical questions about immortality\, free-will\, agency\, consciousness\, identity\, creativity\, perception\, progress\, and the role of technology in shaping our existence. After the film\, we’ll have a free-flowing community conversation led by Student Scholar Fellow Gavin Payne based on some of these…and whatever comes to mind for you! \nWHENSunday\, May 17th1pm-4pm (MST)WHEREIn the Conference Center @ Reeder's AlleyCOSTFree ($5 suggested donation)OTHERBYOB & SnacksFilm Run Time: 2 HoursShort break & community conversation to follow\n\n\n\nAbout Our Facilitator\n\n\n\n\n\nGavin Payne is a senior at Helena High School\, a regular participant at Merlin activities\, and our first ever high school student scholar fellow. The founder of the Helena High School Moral Science Club\, he will headed to the University of Montana in the Fall to study philosophy and classics. In his free time Gavin loves to read\, analyze poetry\, and write.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFill out my LGL Form!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMake a Donation Here!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to Our Community Partners
URL:https://merlinccc.org/calendar-event/film-philosophy-the-congress/
LOCATION:Reeder’s Alley Conference Center\, 101 Reeder's Alley\, Helena\, MT\, 59601\, United States
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