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Philosophy Workshop: Thinking Ecologically About Virtue & Value

Reeder's Alley Interpretive & Convention Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United States

In this 3.5-hour “philosophy as a way of life”-inspired workshop led by philosopher David Nowakowski, PhD we’ll look at what it might mean to live a life of virtue from the lens of ecology. Select readings and activities inspired by numerous ancient (and some contemporary) thinkers will be examined and applied with the aim of introducing participants to a variety of philosophical perspectives on virtuous living and practical tools for living well.   No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. FREE. All ages welcome. $20 Suggested donation. Light snacks & hot tea provided. Space is limited. 

Free

Philosophy Workshop: From Karma to Dharma — Finding Your Way through Indian Philosophy

Reeder's Alley Interpretive & Convention Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United States

This 2½-hour workshop will introduce key concepts and arguments from the Buddhist and Hindu philosophical traditions of India.  Our goals will be to dispel some common misconceptions about Indian philosophy and religion, to distinguish different Indian philosophical schools from one another, and to develop a deeper understanding of these rich and varied traditions. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. FREE. All ages welcome. $20 Suggested donation. Light snacks & hot tea provided. Space is limited. 

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Philosophy Workshop: The Philosophy of Friendship

Reeder's Alley Interpretive & Convention Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United States

In this 2½-hour workshop led by David Nowakowski, we'll explore some classic arguments about friendship offered by Aristotle, the Stoic philosophers Epictetus and Seneca, and the traditions of ancient commentaries on these philosophers’ work. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. FREE. All ages welcome. $20 Suggested donation. Light snacks & hot tea provided. Space is limited. 

Free

Philosophy Workshop: Suffering & The Self — A Survey of Buddhist Philosophy

In this 2½-hour workshop led by David Nowakowski, we'll explore the rich tradition of Buddhism. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. $15-30 Suggested donation -- Pay what you can (If you are able to pay the full amount, this will help to cover someone in need would would like to attend; if you are in need of a scholarship, please inquire). Light snacks & hot tea provided. Space is limited. 

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Philosophy Workshop: Wonder, Nature & Play

Reeder's Alley Interpretive & Convention Center 101 Reeder's Alley, Helena, MT, United States

This 2½-hour workshop will be led by 2019-2020 Student Scholar Fellow Henry Kramer.  Topic: Wonder, Nature & Play. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. FREE.  $15-$30 suggested donation (if you are of the means to do so).  Donations help to cover workshop leader honorariums and community workshop and outings scholarships for those in need.  Light snacks & hot tea provided. Space is limited.

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Philosophy Workshop: Animism (*VIRTUAL/ZOOM*)

VIRTUAL/ZOOM

In this VIRTUAL/ZOOM workshop, philosophers David Nowakowski and Henry Kramer, will guides us through the exciting world of animism.  No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. FREE. Learn more here!

Free

Philosophy *ZOOM* Workshop: Evil

VIRTUAL/ZOOM

In this 2½-hour ZOOM workshop led by David Nowakowski, we'll explore evil. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. FREE. $15-30 Suggested donation. Learn more & register here!

Free

Philosophy *ZOOM* Workshop: Greek Skepticism

VIRTUAL/ZOOM

In this 2½-hour ZOOM workshop led by David Nowakowski, we'll explore skepticism in the east and west. This particular session will be focusing on Greek skepticism and Sextus Empiricus. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. FREE. $15-30 suggested donation. Learn more & register here!

Free

Philosophy *ZOOM* Workshop: “Skepticism” in Indian & Tibetan Buddhism — Nāgārjuna

VIRTUAL/ZOOM

In this 2½-hour ZOOM workshop led by David Nowakowski, we'll explore part two of skepticism in the east and west. In this session we'll look at "skepticism" in Indian and Tibetan Buddhism via the work of Nāgārjuna. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. FREE. $15-30 suggested donation. Learn more here!

Free

Philosophy ZOOM Workshop: Exploring Issues of Race

Virtual Event Virtual Event

In this VIRTUAL/ZOOM workshop, we'll explore some historical and contemporary issues about race with philosophers Desiree Valentine & Julia Jorati. No background in philosophy is required to participate in this workshop. All ages welcome. FREE. Learn more here!

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