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Gathering Light In Our Times
Virtual Program using ZoomEHST will join the American Ethical Union (AEU) program today at 11:00 am EST. You may see more about this program here. Note that registration is required. Use this link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkf-2vqzgjGdIEmPWGty7Khr_QFgiUBWq7#/registration https://aeu.org/2024/11/december-29-aeu-all-societies-platform-gathering-light-in-our-times/
A Discussion of Atheism and Ethical Culture
Extraordinary Ventures 200 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesAccording to a Pew Research Center report from 2024, roughly 28% of Americans are religiously unaffiliated, classified as “nones”. Of these, 83% profess to be agnostic or vaguely uncertain about religion, with the remainder being atheists who claim god or gods do not exist. If, however, atheism is defined more broadly as an absence of […]
The Tipping Point I Got Wrong
Virtual Program using ZoomWe will watch a brief TED Talk by Malcolm Gladwell, “The Tipping Point I Got Wrong” and follow it up discussion based on some of the points brought up in the talk. Because a central theme to this talk is the danger inherent to and unconstitutionality of stop and frisk, we expect a lively dialogue! […]
Annual Business Meeting
Extraordinary Ventures 200 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesAll members and friends are strongly encouraged to attend our annual business meeting. This is an important opportunity to discuss priorities for EHST in the coming year. The 2025 budget will be presented, with time for Q&A and potential modifications, before a vote on accepting the budget. We also will be electing Board trustees and officers. […]
Embracing AI in the 4th Industrial Revolution
Extraordinary Ventures 200 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesThis talk explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) as the driving force behind the 4th Industrial Revolution. It delves into how AI is reshaping industries, from automation and predictive analytics to personalized experiences and sustainable practices. The presentation will highlight the opportunities AI creates for innovation, economic growth, and societal advancement, while also […]