8/22/2008

COME ROAST A HERETIC!

Ooops...I don't think that came out right.


Actually, it's 'The Heretic's Barbecue', an event hosted by CVASS.






Here's what the press release in my mailbox had to say:



"Do you cherish science and rational thinking?"

Well, yes, I do.

"Would you like to meet with others who share your secular values?"

Well, I'm not a secularist, but I do share values with those who do.

"Then join us for a freethinking event, located right here in the California Central Valley. The Central Valley Alliance of Atheists and Skeptics proudly presents the First Annual Heretics Barbecue!"

Wow, that's not what I expected. The press release goes on:

"Rational thinkers, skeptics, secular people of all types, and friends and supporters AND their families are all welcome at this event."

That's a pretty broad invite! I guess I can attend and worry about which category I fit into later! If this sounds fun (and I think it will be), then why not attend?

LOCATION: Letterman Park, 908 Villa Avenue, Clovis

TIME: 1100-1900, Sunday, September 7th.

ACTIVITIES: Volleyball, skate park, homeopathic demonstrations, a simulated debate, 'ghost hunting' and other debunking.

MENU: includes Tri-tip sandwiches or hamburgers*, rice pilaf, salad. Drinks provided include iced-tea, sports drinks and bottled water. Vegetarian burgers will also be available.

COST: Admission $10 per person, $5 for children 12 and under.

* To assure yourself tri-tip, you should pre-register at the CVAAS site link given above.