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Codenames is a fun 2-team word game that's a bit like Password but much more interesting and enjoyable for both the game itself as well as socializing with teammates. Years ago I used to play the table-top version but playing online is much better! You can play using your computer or your phone.
Time: 6:30 pm MT
Players that are new to Codenames are very welcome. You can take a look at it here: codenames.game But it's much easier to learn by doing and we're happy to teach.
We have 5 committed Codenamers already. The minimum to play is 4 (2 per team). So we'd like more players! This event is simply opening it up to all you humanists. We hope to reach at least 3 per team (total of 6).
Start here: We use Google Meet to communicate while we're playing. Here is the link: https://meet.google.com/izo-rfpw-cwq
If you're new to Google Meet, I recommend spending about 10 minutes ahead of start time to prepare and test your microphone and speakers. Video isn't needed.
If you're on my invitation email list, you'll receive an email with two links sometime in the afternoon of the event. One is the link to the Google Meet meeting which never changes. The other is the link to the game itself which changes every week. To be added to the email invitation list, send a request to my email address: gstelle@gmail.com
Fun addition: Add your own words! Once you see how the game works you're welcome to tell me words you'd like to see appear in the grid. I've been doing this already. That's how words like "SWAMP COOLER" and "HUMANIST" got there!
--David (The Gaming SIG of HSNM)
Just when you thought the Thanksgiving/Christmas/holiday parties and potlucks were behind you, January throws us another 5th Saturday! This member get-together will be a low-key evening of soups, salads, and breads (heavens, we don't need any more desserts!) at Charlene's house on Saturday, January 31, at 5:00 PM.
She'll make a big pot of green chile stew and asks you to bring your favorite soup, salad, or bread to fill out the menu. Then we'll discuss what's on your bucket list for 2026 or beyond.
Please register from this page, but feel free to contact Charlene at huftrot@gmail.com or 505-350-2436 with questions. YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL WITH CHARLENE's HOME ADDRESS THE WEEK PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
Come join us for a cozy winter evening!
See earlier event for more details.
Sponsored by our ally, the New Mexicans for Science and Reason, this talk at UNM Continuing Education by Dr. Leo Igwe reveals that witch hunts in modern Africa continue. The following is from Dave Thomas, who spoke to our group in 2025.
While witch hunts ended in the West centuries ago, this superstition-based abuse persists with force and ferocity in Africa. Alleged witches, which include women, children and elderly persons are targeted by those motivated by occult fears and anxieties. Accused persons are subjected to trial by ordeal and jungle justice; they are attacked, banished and murdered in cold blood. Using data from the Advocacy for Alleged Witches, this presentation shows that ending witch hunts is an unfinished task. It highlights efforts by advocates to combat violations linked to magical beliefs and ritual attacks. This presentation argues that, in an increasing interconnected world, ending witch hunts is a global responsibility, and requires both global and local approaches and responses. Dr. Leo Igwe is a longtime activist and author fighting to end superstition, human rights abuses, and witchcraft accusations in his native Nigeria and throughout Africa. Igwe writes “I am a humanist because humanity, individual freedom and social responsibility, critical thinking, happiness in this only life we have, tolerance and compassion for one another constitute the mainstay of my philosophical outlook.” Maps for the venue are available at http://nmsr.org/meetings.htm#latest
We're back in the Foothills again. Meet at the Copper Trailhead, at the end of Copper Ave NE. It's a short hike with a gradual elevation gain around a hill called U Mound. There is a trail on the back side of the hill if anyone wishes to climb it. You'll see a small parking lot at the trailhead, but it's usually full. Your best bet is to park on the street outside.
Questions: Call or text Max, 505 459-5361.
*Please carefully read the entire posting before signing up.*
Cerro de Los Lunas Volcano is a group of eruption sites of differing ages ranging from 3.5 to 1.2 million years. Most likely related to the smaller Tome Hill to the east, the most recent eruptions forming a natural half-cone as the north summit. The lavas are dark and known to geologists as basaltic andesites.
HIKING ADVENTURE: Recommended for those used to longer desert hikes and steeper slopes. Our outing will explore the cones assemblage at its north end. The City of Los Lunas has made this a park and preserve with about 10 miles of trails. We’ll explore about 4 miles and about 800 feet of gain on the system. The terrain is open, no shade. Panoramic views of the nearby Rio Grande Valley will be available in all directions. We will also look for petroglyphs along one section of the hike.
MEETING PLACE: Whole Foods Market, Carlisle and Indian School, look for my red Nissan Frontier pickup in the outer part of the parking lot towards Carlisle. Carpoolers may consider a donation for the driver. $10 is suggested for the 70-mile trip.
Please keep cell phones silenced during our hike.
NOTE: Hiking involves risks. You need to be sufficiently fit and properly equipped with poles, hiking boots, sun-protective clothing, water, nutrition and sunscreen. You are responsible for your own safety.
CANCEL: The promise of rain or adverse weather and road conditions will cancel this event.
IMPORTANT: If you sign up, please remember that the leader has you on a list and you have a responsibility to keep him informed of your plans so as not to cause delays and confusion on the day of the hike if you don’t join us at the meeting place. This can be done by text or call to his phone or comments on the Meetup posting.
Questions? Contact Derek 310-870-3133
MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS ONLY!
Join us at member Paul Babb's house to celebrate Darwin Day (on Friday the 13th), with a viewing of the movie, "Creation."
Selected by our Night Out guru Charlene, "Creation" is a 2009 biopic focusing on Darwin's personal struggles, including the challenges of finishing and publishing his opus and the death of his beloved daughter. The film also explores the inner and public debate regarding how his findings would affect Christian beliefs, including those of his wife. View the trailer here.
Within a few days of the showing, registrants will receive Paul's address. Contact Charlene with questions at 505-350-2436 or huftrot@gmail.com.
Hot beverages and popcorn will be provided to warm this chilly winter evening with friends! Come fed; this is NOT a potluck.
You have a head full of ideas, and we want to hear them. Join us for an open discussion that's exciting, respectful and wide-ranging.
Oso Grande, Ursa Major, Grande Ours – it all means the same thing! A Big Bear. In this case a big walk up Bear Canyon.
Our walk will begin at El Oso Grande Park, just east of the intersection of Morris and Osuna. We’ll proceed up the north side of the park, safely cross Juan Tabo, ascend a ramp road and enter the extended canyon. The adventure will go out to near the Mama Bear and Cubs statues and turn around. The total distance will be about 3-1/2 miles with about a 300 foot gain over the course of the walk. We’ll move at a constitutional pace of about 1-1/2 to 2+ miles per hour, finishing in about 2 hours. Most of the walk is in the arroyo dirt along social paths. This is a great opportunity to work the balance muscles needed for hiking while ascending a mild grade.
If desired at the time by the group, we can extend the walk to the Emery Trailhead and make it about 5 miles.
MEETING PLACE: at Oso Grande Park opposite from CNM, north side just east of Morris and Osuna.
Join the Unholy Rollers the third Wednesday of every month at Silva Lanes on Eubank. Just show up at the front desk and look human. A bowling angel will find you and direct you to Bowling Salvation! Approximate cost: $10-13. No skill required. IT'S BOWLING!
Join us at Quarter Celtic Brewpub to discuss everyday philosophical stuff with other humanists over a beer or two (or your fav beverage).
Bounce ideas off each other about life, your own or in general. Maybe throw in a bit of psychology, and of course humor too, as we enjoy sharing each other's points of view. Potentially enlightening!
Come with a topic you'd like to talk about or just join the conversation. Religion and politics are okay if pertinent, objective and limited. An academic perspective, if you have one, is always welcome. We'll grab a table either inside or on the patio. Order a meal if you like. They have good Irish food.
You can just show up or, if possible, tell Dave your coming using Meetup. To do so go to Meetup calendar. Then find the 3rd Wensday and tap on the event. Then tap Join and go from there. You'll have to log in.
Dave Stelle
Join us to discuss a topic chosen the month prior. You don't have to research the topic ahead of time, but some members like to stretch their awareness of the topic ahead of time. And feel free to suggest a topic for the following month.
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:
Next up in our Humanist Speaker Series at the Albuquerque Museum is Jay Rogers, an HSNM member. Topic to come.
For more information, email Paul@humanistsnm.org.
Next up in our Humanist Speaker Series at the Albuquerque Museum is Hope Curtis of the Fractal Foundation. Topic: The Amazing World of Fractals.
Next up in our Humanist Speaker Series at the Albuquerque Museum is Matthew Campen, PhD. Topic: Plasticizers.
Next up in our Humanist Speaker Series at the Albuquerque Museum is Dr. Gabriella Blakey, Superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools.
Next up in our Humanist Speaker Series at the Albuquerque Museum is Dr. Candace Gorham, president of the American Humanist Association.
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