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
Jul 13 Social Sunday
Host: Karen Salzano
Topic: Social Health
Description: What is Social Health and how does it contribute to our happiness and longevity?
Jul 20 No meeting Sunday
Jul 27 Social Sunday Circle
Host: Bill Womart
Topic: Who am I? How do I represent myself at work, home and with my friends. What is my “Brand?”
Aug 3 Sunday 10:00 Humanists
Hosting: Bo Goldsmith
Location: Canal Street
Speaker: Joe Kasper
Title: Improve Mobility-Get Stronger, Walk Better, Increase Energy, Elevate Bone Density and Enhance Your Life
Description: Dr Joe Kasper discusses how to increase the longevity, improve mobility, build strength and how to decrease pain as we age.
Bio: Dr. Joe Kasper is a Doctor of Nutrition/Master Level Exercise Physiologist and for past 37 year he has been “relentless” in his pursuit of beating father time.
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