Skeptics in the Pub, Darwin Day Edition

changeJoin us for the St. Louis Skeptics in the Pub, Darwin Day Edition. Skeptics in the Pubis an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and social networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and other like-minded individuals. It provides an opportunity for skeptics, rationalists, and science enthusiasts to talk, share ideas in a casual, relaxed atmosphere, and discuss whatever topical issues come to mind. But most importantly, it's about having fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. In addition to the fun people, bocce ball, and great conversation, Skeptics in the Pub sometimes features lively presentations from scientists, philosophers, magicians & mentalists, activists, and others who are passionate about the scientific outlook. This installment of Skeptics in the Pub will also feature Darwin themed games and prizes to celebrate his 201st birthday. As always, our hosts will be, Michael Blanford, President of the The Skeptical Society of St. Louis and D. J. Grothe, host of the podcast and radio show "For Good Reason" and President of the James Randi Educational Foundation, one of the worlds premier organizations for the advocacy of scientific skepticism. The event will begin at 8:00 p.m. in the downstairs room of Jack Patrick's. Jack Patrick's is located at 10th and Olive in Downtown St. Louis.

SSSL Member D. J. Grothe Named President of the James Randi Educational Foundation.

Congratulations to our own D. J. Grothe, who has been named President of the James Randi Educational Foundation. D. J. spent 10 years at the Center for Inquiry, where he most recently served as Vice President and Director of Outreach Programs. In his role at CFI, Grothe helped establish a robust grassroots program encompassing a network of 26 North American branches of the Center, as well as 180 affiliated skeptical and freethought campus groups.

Skeptics in the Pub

Join us for Skeptics in the Pub. Skeptics in the Pub is an informal social event designed to promote fellowship and social networking among skeptics, critical-thinkers, and other like-minded individuals. It provides an opportunity for skeptics, rationalists, and science enthusiasts to talk, share ideas in a casual, relaxed atmosphere, and discuss whatever topical issues come to mind. But most importantly, it’s about having fun while promoting skepticism, science, and rationality. In addition to the fun people and great conversation, Skeptics in the Pub sometimes features lively presentations from scientists, philoSkeptics in The Pubsophers, magicians & mentalists, activists, and others who are passionate about the scientific outlook.

St. Louis Skeptics in the Pub is a Collaboration between the The Skeptical Society of St. Louis (SSSL) and the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry (CSI) and is hosted by Michael Blanford, founder of the SSSL and DJ Grothe, host the popular Point of Inquiry podcast/radio

show. Check back soon for the date of our next Skeptics in the Pub. As always, it will be held downstairs at Jack Patricks on the corner of 10th and Olive in Downtown St. Louis.

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