Saturday, February 13, 11:30-2pm, 1550 Old Henderson Rd., Rm. 131

This month’s program: “Belonging, Growing, and Having Fun”

How do we build inspiring communities for kids that develop reason, compassion, and wonder? Find out what we do at Camp Quest to create a place where children and teens ask hard questions, find a place to belong, and become leaders. What can you do at home with your family to cultivate empathy, critical thinking, and personal growth for kids and adults? Come hear inspiring stories from camp and get some ideas that you can use at home and in your local communities.

Amanda K. Metskas is the executive director of Camp Quest, Inc. She has been involved with Camp Quest since 2003 and served on the board of directors from 2004-2007. Amanda became executive director when Camp Quest, Inc. hired her as its first staff person in January 2008. As executive director, Amanda oversees the growth and development of Camp Quest.

In addition to her work with Camp Quest, Amanda is a board member of the Secular Coalition for America. She co-authored Raising Freethinkers: A Practical Guide for Parenting Beyond Belief with Dale McGowan, Molleen Matsumura and Jan Devor. Amanda holds an M.A. in political science from The Ohio State University and a B.A. in international relations and psychology from Brown University. She lives in Columbus, Ohio with her husband August E. Brunsman IV and their two cats.

Join us at 11:30am for pizza in the meeting room; the meeting begins at 12noon.