Celebrate Darwin Day with Potluck Dinner in Ontario

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A humorous celebration in Ontario features a potluck dinner where participants bring dishes representing various taxa, highlighting the connection between food and biological classification. The event aims to foster awareness of taxonomical relationships while providing an entertaining experience. The discussion includes lighthearted comments about the nature of the celebration, with some jokingly suggesting the potential for similar themed events in the future. Overall, the gathering combines education with humor, prompting attendees to reflect on the diversity of life through culinary exploration.
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A humorous celebration in Ontario includes a potluck dinner composed of as many taxa as possible.
 
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Ah yes, let's celebrate the taxa by eating them.
 
Originally posted by selfAdjoint
Ah yes, let's celebrate the taxa by eating them.
ROFLOL... I was thinking the same thing.

Wait till they celebrate Racial Diversity Day.

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Originally posted by selfAdjoint
Ah yes, let's celebrate the taxa by eating them.

There were plenty of educational events...I just found that one funny. But you would have to agree an event like that would force you to think about taxonomical relationships & classifications.
 

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