Humanism
An outlook or system of thought attaching prime importance to human rather than divine or supernatural matters. Humanist beliefs stress the potential value and goodness of human beings, emphasize common human needs, and seek solely rational ways of solving human problems.
The Humanist Club discusses all topics of general human interest and encourages open minded conversations. Speakers are Villages Residents or subject matter experts from outside the Villages.
The Humanist Club meets on the first, second and third Sunday of the month at 10 AM at the Canal Street Recreation Center. Social time with coffee and snacks starts at 9:30. The second Sunday of each month is a dedicated “social Sunday” which features mini-talks and focused small group discussion time. Villages Resident or Guest ID is required to attend.
The Humanist Club collaborates with the Free Thinkers Club, which meets on the second Thursday of the Month at Bridgeport Rec Center at 2:30 PM and the fourth Thursday of the Month at Aviary Rec center at 3:30 PM. Go to the Freethinkers Club page for information on topics and speakers for Thursday meetings.
Humanists and Free Thinkers Club Board (in no particular order)
Jim Laurent
Jim Bucko
Pam Creswell
Mike Enright
Bill Womart
Bo (George) Goldsmith
Bud Webber
Peter Irwin
Karen Salzano
Contact us at villageshumanists@gmail.com
Humanist Club Schedule
2025
Aug 10 Sunday 10:00 Humanists Social Sunday
Hosting: Steve Post
Location: Canal Street
Title: Humanism: What we believe, why it matters, and how to talk about it
Aug 17 Sunday 10:00 Humanists
Hosting: Jim Laurent
Location: Canal Street
Speaker: Kristina Spaube
Title: The Tri-county Unitarian Universalist Church
Description: What is the history and mission of the UU church and how does it relate to Humanism https://www.triuu.org/
Bio: Kristina has years of experience as a minister and chaplain with the church.
Aug 24 Sunday 10:00 Humanists Social Circle
Hosting: Bill Womart
Topic: TBD