Hello Members and Friends!
Welcome to February!
Hope you all are ready to attend some excellent programs we have scheduled this month.
I'm sure most want to know what happened to winter.... lol
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Breaking News!!!
SHoWLE has a new outreach project that debuts on February 5th
Glass City Humanist is our new podcast, hosted by President Douglas Berger. He will present hints and tips for living as a Humanist and he will bring news and information of interest to secular people living in Northwest Ohio.
 In the debut episode of Glass City Humanist, host Douglas Berger gives a brief manifesto of what the podcast will be about. Next he talks to Matt McMahon, one of the organizers of Toledo Skeptics. We discuss the format of the group, what is and isn't skepticism, and we touch on some troubling issues in the general skeptic community hurtful ideas about the transgender community and some incidents of inappropriate conduct with women by high profile skeptics.
Check out the episodes on a platform near you this coming week. You can also check out the website:
Glass City Humanist
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Upcoming Meetings and Events
Let Me Die Like A Dog - Supporting Death With Dignity
Saturday, February 8, 2020 1 PM
Reynolds Corners Branch Library - 4833 Dorr St. Toledo, OH 43615
Presented by Ron Liesemer, vice president of Final Exit Network
Ron will talk about his group Final Exit Network and their efforts to support the human right to a death with dignity.
Final Exit Network vision is "Any competent person unbearably suffering an intractable medical condition has the option to die legally and peacefully." FEN mission is "Educate qualified individuals in practical, peaceful ways to end their lives, offer a compassionate bedside presence, and defend their right to choose."
 Ron Liesemer is vice president of Final Exit Network, chairs the research committee, and is an exit guide. He has a Ph.D. in organic chemistry, did research for DuPont, then evolved into an international business manager. During the 1980’s, based in Geneva Switzerland, he managed DuPont’s Mylar® business in the European region. During the 90’s he created and led the organization that made plastics recycling a reality in the United States. He has been connected with End-of-Life issues for 20 years.
This event is open to the public
Humanist Nooner – Nick's Family Cafe
Wednesday, February 19, 2020 12 PM
Nick's Family Cafe - 2516 S Reynolds Rd, Toledo, OH 43614
Join host Doug Berger each month as he explores some of the fine eating establishments in the Toledo metro area for lunch.
Looking for a fun time without a boring meeting, then Humanist Nooners is the place to be.
Although the food isn't free, the conversation will be and it is open to the public. You can even ask Doug about Humanism and freethought. It might also be nice to bring a can good to donate a local Food bank and some ideas for our next food adventure.
http://www.nicksfamilycafe.com
This event is open to the public
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News & Notes
Winter Weather Reminder
As the temperature drops and we start to have snow storms this winter, here is a reminder:
SHoWLE is subject to the rules and regulations of the venues where we have events and meetings. For example the Toledo Public Library closes their branches during a Level 3 weather alert. If a venue closes due to the weather (or other non-scheduled issue) then consider any SHoWLE meeting or event scheduled at that venue on that date to be cancelled. Most likely the cancelled event or meeting won't be rescheduled.
We will try to send out notices as we know of any closings. You can find updated information on our website and our social media profiles.
Add Us To Your Kroger Plus Card
SHoWLE is now part of the Kroger Community Rewards program. Add us on your Kroger Plus card, using our group number XC299, and we get a small percentage of your total purchases donated.
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Are you a member?
Joining the Secular Humanists of Western Lake Erie gets you the following benefits:
- A nifty membership card to show off to friends and family
- A monthly meeting with like minded people
- Ability to guide and vote on the direction of the group
- Serve in leadership positions and on our Board of Directors
- Discounts on sponsored events and group merchandise
- Regular communications about meetings, events, and other topics of interest to the group before the general public
We have two membership plans:
$10 for an Individual
$20 for a Household (two or more people at the same address)
Just see a Board member at our next meeting or event or click on the button below to pay online or to get information on mailing it in.
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Do you have a special skill or hobby? Do you have an idea for a program or event you would like to see hosted by SHoWLE??
Let us know!
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If you are looking for meaning and solemnity to life celebrations, gatherings, and communities from a secular perspective, please contact Shawn Meagley at Secular Occasions. She is committed to helping humanists through the most important times in life including birth, love, loss, morality, and mortality. Each celebration or ceremony is personalized to be meaningful and professional with a humanist approach.
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You can now donate to the Secular Humanists of Western Lake Erie
Please help us provide a supportive local community for humanists and other nontheists, while promoting ethical and reasonable secular world views through education, community service, outreach, activism, and social events.
You can use Paypal or a credit card. Donations are tax deductible.
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You can always donate at one of our meetings or events or send your check or money order to:
Secular Humanists of Western Lake Erie
PO Box 6433
Toledo, OH 43612-0433
We are also connected with the Amazon Smile program. If you choose SHoWLE as your charity then a portion of sales you complete will be sent to us. Use this link to choose us:
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Our Mission:
The mission of the Secular Humanists of Western Lake Erie is to provide a supportive local community for humanists and other nontheists, while promoting an ethical, reasonable, and secular approach to life through education, community service, outreach, activism, and social events.
We envision a Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan where secular people are respected and integrated in broader society, live values of reason and compassion, and enjoy a friendly humanist community.
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