FAN (Family Action Network)

October 23rd at 7pm on Zoom –?The Last Human Job: The Work of Connecting in a Disconnected World with Allison Pugh, Ph.D. and Nicholas Hatzis, M.D. – Vividly illustrating how connective labor enriches the lives of individuals and binds our communities together, The Last Human Job is a compelling argument for us to recognize, value, and protect humane work in an increasingly automated and disconnected world. No registration required.

TOMORROW: Carissa Carter + Scott Doorley join Liz Gerber (she/her) and FAN (Family Action Network) to talk about their new book Assembling Tomorrow. In the book, they explore the intangible forces that prevent us from anticipating just how fantastically technology can get out of control, and what might be in store for us if we don’t start using new tools and tactics. Save your spot for this virtual event now, visit: https://lnkd.in/eGyy7bd3 #design #designthinking #designresource #designtools #AI #emergingtech #creativity #innovation

October 21st at 7pm – Polostan: An Evening with Neal Stephenson – The #1 New York Times bestselling author of thirteen previous critically acclaimed works of fiction, including Termination Shock and Cryptonomicon, Neal Stephenson delivers the first part of an epic new historical trilogy that illuminates the origins of the Atomic Age with Polostan: Volume One of Bomb Light. Centered around an extraordinarily intrepid, resourceful, and lively protagonist with roots in both America and Russia, the novel spans two continents and many of the seminal events of the early twentieth century as Stephenson weaves a spellbinding tale of social and economic upheaval, revolution, espionage, invention, sport, and romance. This event will take place at The Book Stall, 811 Elm St., Winnetka, IL 60093. Space is limited – register here: https://lnkd.in/gtvv95ZX

October 17th at 7pm on Zoom – Leaders as Futurists: Cultivating Civic Imagination for a Dynamic World with Lisa Kay Solomon and Liz Gerber (she/her), Ph.D. – Register here: https://lnkd.in/gRXjkrkj

WEBINAR: Leaders as Futurists: Cultivating Civic Imagination for a Dynamic World, featuring Lisa Kay Solomon & Liz Gerber presented by FAN (Family Action Network) Thursday, October 17th, 5pm PT Register: https://lnkd.in/gViaYGzD In today's politically charged climate, we are inundated with a pervasive narrative of division, discord, and polarization. Yet many Americans long for a more positive, unified future, and are willing to do the work necessary to make it a reality. Join a FAN special session on harnessing the power of “futures thinking” and civic imagination with Lisa Kay Solomon, Futurist in Residence at Stanford University’s d.school. Lisa will share creative strategies to foster imaginative, joyful, and resilient cultures in our schools, communities, and families. She will also share her new her new Futures Happening playbook, designed especially to help school and community leaders transform current challenges into flexible opportunities for civic innovation and community building. Learn more and register at the link above.

October 14th at 7pm on Zoom –?The Architecture of Urbanity: Designing for Nature, Culture, and Joy with?Vishaan Chakrabarti, FAIA and?Reed Kroloff – Lavishly illustrated with a wealth of original graphics, data visualizations, photographs, and drawings,?The Architecture of Urbanity?eloquently explains why cities are the last, best hope for humanity, and why designers must, alongside political, business, community, and cultural leaders, steward the healing of our planet. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gxZATHxb

October 9th at 7pm on Zoom – "Assembling Tomorrow: A Guide to Designing a Thriving Future" with Carissa Carter, Scott Doorley and Liz Gerber (she/her) – In Assembling Tomorrow, authors Scott Doorley and Carissa Carter explore the intangible forces that prevent us from anticipating just how fantastically technology can get out of control, and what might be in store for us if we don’t start using new tools and tactics. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gycRQTBE

October 8th at 7pm –?"Rising Together: Crafting Connections Through Baking" with?Juergen Krauss, Hewn Bakery, and Vince Gerasole – ?Join Jürgen Krauss, from the Great British Baking Show, and local fave bakery Hewn Bread co-owner Ellen King, for a fun discussion about baking. There will also be yummy treats – come out with the family, relax, and enjoy yourself! This event will take place at North Shore Country Day School,?310 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093. No registration required.?

October 7th at 7pm on Zoom –?Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts with Oliver Burkeman?and Daniel Pink – Addressing the fundamental questions about how to live, Meditations for Mortals offers a powerful new way to take action on what counts: a guiding philosophy of life Oliver?Burkeman?calls “imperfectionism.” It helps us tackle challenges as they crop up in our daily lives: our finite time, the lure of distraction, the impossibility of doing anything perfectly. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gJNGmvaB

Thanks to Angela Duckworth and FAN (Family Action Network) for a great conversation about Math Mind and the role that we all have to play in creating a numerate generation. https://bit.ly/3XCW6QG