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Humanism from the Heart

2025-06-18 18:00:00 2025-06-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Humanism from the Heart with local author Steve Ghikadis Essex Branch -

Wednesday, June 18
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-18 18:00:00 2025-06-18 19:00:00 America/New_York Humanism from the Heart with local author Steve Ghikadis Essex Branch -

with local author Steve Ghikadis

Join us for an author event and book signing to meet Steve Ghikadis, local author of HUMANISM FROM THE HEART. 

Steve is a Humanist Officiant, who conducts secular marriages, memorials, and many more meaningful life affirming celebrations.

He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Bachelor of Education in primary, junior and intermediate grades.

He serves as an Ambassador for Humanist Canada, Recovering from Religion, and Sunday Assembly.

In 2024, Steve was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for significant contributions to his community in Windsor/Essex, Ontario, Canada.

Engage in conversation with Steve, as he shares his inspiration behind his book and gives a glimpse into his writing routine.

Books will be available for purchase.

Steve will give away 1 signed copy of his book at the program.

Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Event | Author Event |

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