Our event starts at 11 am on the 2nd floor of the Koffler House (569 Spadina Avenue). Social 10:45am – 11:00am.
One way to understand the purpose of a secular community organization such as Oasis or the Humanist Association of Toronto, is to provide the community-building functions often associated with a religious congregation but without the religion. What is that role? In his talk, our featured speaker, Moses Klein, will explore the need that people may have for a quasi-religious community. Based on the experiences of our organizations, we will consider how well a shared secular humanist philosophy can provide the basis for such a community.
Moses Klein grew up in Toronto. After studying mathematics and philosophy at Yale University and the University of Wisconsin, together with other travels, he returned to Toronto in 2005. Since 2009 he has been teaching mathematics at a high school for international students. He has been active in the Humanist Association of Toronto since 2005, and currently serves as the group’s Spokesperson.
Our guest musicians will be Lunar Bloom (https://www.lunarbloomband.com/). Lunar Bloom is an all-female indie-folk trio with voices that weave seamlessly in and out of harmony. The three ‘blooms’ are long time friends, and have been collaborating together as music makers for 2 years. Pulling inspiration from other artists, they create a sound that has the quirkiness of Regina Spektor, the sweet innocence of Dala, and the witchy appeal of Florence and the Machine. Their music features dynamic range and honest story telling.
This week Aseema Singh will do the Community Moment. The Community Moment is a chance for one of our own to share their journey, thoughts about life, or something personal about themselves. It could be light and silly or it could be emotionally heavy. Either way, you’ll learn more about a valued person in our community. Interested in presenting your own Community Moment? Contact Tania at 416oasis@gmail.com.
You can RSVP for this on our Meetup page at:
https://www.meetup.com/Toronto-Oasis/events/jdmkqqyzjbfc/