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The British Science Association's [http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/reading-branch Reading branch] runs | The British Science Association's [http://www.britishscienceassociation.org/reading-branch Reading branch] runs | ||
− | [http://www.cafescientifique.org/index.php?option=com_contentbuilder&title=uk-reading&controller=details&id=1&record_id=113 Cafe Scientifique] meetings. (It is also listed on the [http://www.reading.ac.uk/news-and-events/about-cafescientifique.aspx University of Reading website]. Scientific topics are covered at a level approachable by the lay person. The format is a talk of about 3/4 hour by an invited speaker, followed, after a short break, with questions from the audience. There are also Cafe Scientifiques in | + | [http://www.cafescientifique.org/index.php?option=com_contentbuilder&title=uk-reading&controller=details&id=1&record_id=113 Cafe Scientifique] meetings. (It is also listed on the [http://www.reading.ac.uk/news-and-events/about-cafescientifique.aspx University of Reading website]. Scientific topics are covered at a level approachable by the lay person. The format is a talk of about 3/4 hour by an invited speaker, followed, after a short break, with questions from the audience. Talks are free (but since they are held in a pub participants are encouraged to buy a drink or food). |
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[http://www.cafescientifique.org/index.php?option=com_contentbuilder&title=uk-basingstoke&controller=details&id=1&record_id=223 Basingstoke], | [http://www.cafescientifique.org/index.php?option=com_contentbuilder&title=uk-basingstoke&controller=details&id=1&record_id=223 Basingstoke], | ||
[http://www.cafescientifique.org/index.php?option=com_contentbuilder&title=uk-didcot&controller=details&id=1&record_id=142 Didcot], | [http://www.cafescientifique.org/index.php?option=com_contentbuilder&title=uk-didcot&controller=details&id=1&record_id=142 Didcot], | ||
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There is also a [https://www.facebook.com/ReadingSkeptics/ Facebook page] which lists coming events as well as itemss of general scientific/skeptical interest (also snark). | There is also a [https://www.facebook.com/ReadingSkeptics/ Facebook page] which lists coming events as well as itemss of general scientific/skeptical interest (also snark). | ||
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− | + | Reading central library puts on [http://www.reading.gov.uk/libraryevents talks] (also listed on [https://www.facebook.com/ReadingLibraries/ Facebook]). They usually cost a few pounds, with discounts for library card holders. | |
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+ | == University public lectures == | ||
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+ | Amongst [http://www.reading.ac.uk/news-and-events/about-eventlist.aspx events] at the University are a series of | ||
+ | [https://www.reading.ac.uk/news-and-events/Events/about-public.aspx public lectures]. | ||
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+ | One can sign up to a [https://www.reading.ac.uk/news-and-events/about-events-mailinglist.aspx mailing list] to find out about forthcoming events. | ||
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+ | == Green Drinks == | ||
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+ | [http://www.greendrinks.org/berkshire/reading Green Drinks] is an informal meet-up for those who "work in the green/ethical sector or have a passion for those issues", in [[Global Cafe]] on the first Tuesday of each month any time from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. They also have a [https://www.facebook.com/groups/243919622305571/ Facebook group]. | ||
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+ | == Sunday Assembly == | ||
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+ | [http://www.sundayassemblyreading.uk/ Sunday Assembly Reading] is part of a wider [http://www.sundayassembly.com/ Sunday Assembly] movement. They hold meetings once a month on Sunday mornings, comprising live music, singing, talks, sometimes other activities, and refreshments. | ||
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+ | They also organise social activities - sports, games etc - and community action - help for rough sleepers, refugees etc. | ||
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+ | They have a [https://www.facebook.com/groups/SundayAssemblyReading/ Facebook group] |
Latest revision as of 22:16, 14 October 2016
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Cafe Scientifique
The British Science Association's Reading branch runs Cafe Scientifique meetings. (It is also listed on the University of Reading website. Scientific topics are covered at a level approachable by the lay person. The format is a talk of about 3/4 hour by an invited speaker, followed, after a short break, with questions from the audience. Talks are free (but since they are held in a pub participants are encouraged to buy a drink or food).
There are also Cafe Scientifiques in Basingstoke, Didcot, Henley-on-Thames, Oxford and Winchester
Skeptics in the Pub
Reading Skeptics in the Pub has talks, generally monthly, on topics covering science, comminication of science and critical thinking. The format is a talk of about 3/4 hour by an invited speaker, followed, after a short break, with questions from the audience. They are free but donations are solicited.
The Reading Skeptics website contains additional material but is no longer actively maintained.
There is also a Facebook page which lists coming events as well as itemss of general scientific/skeptical interest (also snark).
Library
Reading central library puts on talks (also listed on Facebook). They usually cost a few pounds, with discounts for library card holders.
University public lectures
Amongst events at the University are a series of public lectures.
One can sign up to a mailing list to find out about forthcoming events.
Green Drinks
Green Drinks is an informal meet-up for those who "work in the green/ethical sector or have a passion for those issues", in Global Cafe on the first Tuesday of each month any time from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. They also have a Facebook group.
Sunday Assembly
Sunday Assembly Reading is part of a wider Sunday Assembly movement. They hold meetings once a month on Sunday mornings, comprising live music, singing, talks, sometimes other activities, and refreshments.
They also organise social activities - sports, games etc - and community action - help for rough sleepers, refugees etc.
They have a Facebook group