EarthDiverse: Intro to Western Philosophy course begins Wed 12 May
Interested in Western Philosophy? Take one of our newest courses in our Adult and Community Education programme entitled "What to Think, Who to Believe? A History of Thought and Philosophy Down the Centuries." This series of eight talks in our new Philosophy series examines the whole history of Western thought from ancient times up to the present in order to shed light on our present confusions and conundrums.
Class meets on Wednesdays from 11:00am-1:00pm. The first class meets Wednesday 12 May 2021 and continues for 8 consecutive weekly sessions. The last class is on Wednesday 30 June 2021.
Both in-person classes in Hamilton and distance learning classes via Zoom are available.
For more information on this and our other history, language, philosophy and religious diversity courses, please visit our web site.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.6% Small fireworks displays in each community
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8% Keep it as is
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32.9% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.4% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
Poll: Do you think this is a good idea?
The city council’s keen to get a slice of big landowners’ capital gain from rezoned but unbuilt areas as it prepares for a potentially costly onslaught of fast-track projects.
Wary of new Government rules said to pose “very significant” growth-related risks when it’s already carefully counting dollars, city bean counters are on the hunt for “value capture” tools to help keep up with demand in the growing city.
Do you think this is a good idea? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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0% Yes
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0% Maybe
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100% No
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0% Not sure
Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!
What is seen in the middle of March and April that can't be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
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