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We'll start with a potluck at 5, followed by a celebration that includes sing-alongs, speeches and anecdotes. Winter was once a far harsher force, leaving our ancestors at its mercy and often taking loved ones with it. Today, we’ve overcome that challenge—staving off the cold and lighting the darkness. In this way, winter both literally represents one of the greatest challenges we've overcome, as well as metaphorically represents the challenges we still face. Much has changed for the better, but one thing remains: light and warmth are still needed to beat back the darkness.
Come join Kansas City Rationality & Effective Altruism and Kansas City Oasis for an evening of food, live music, and prose as we meditate on the darkness of the world, and celebrate the arc of progress, science, and the indomitable human spirit. The evening is divided into six stages: Light, Twilight, Eve, Night, Dawn, Light.
Children are welcome to participate as this is a formative event, but it might be a bit long, or not appropriate, for younger children. This event will have solemn moments and periodically touch on heavy themes. Childcare will be provided.
Guests are encouraged to bring some kind of light source that is easy to extinguish. This can be everything from a candle to a toy lightsaber. The more sentimental, the better! Be prepared to share what makes it sentimental, if applicable. :)
Bringing food and drink, potluck-style, is also encouraged! (Please mark whether it is vegan/gluten free). We will begin the evening with a period of food and fellowship, then convene for the music and prose.
By participating in this event, you agree to abide by the Oasis Code of Conduct (http://www.kcoasis.org/about-oasis/code-of-conduct/).
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
1717 W 41st St, Kansas City, MO, United States, Missouri 64111
