Nov 12, 2026
The Art of Asking
An evening conversation about the questions that open up a public life.
7:00 PM The Athenae Room
DetailsA public space for ideas
Athenae Initiative
Free events where people meet, think together, and make room for better questions.
Coming up
Gatherings for thinking together.
Dec 5, 2026
Reading the City
A guided reading circle on the stories hidden in our shared places.
2:00 PM North Branch Library
DetailsField notes
The ideas behind our gatherings.
Oct 10, 2026
Why public conversation matters
A short reflection on making space for thoughtful disagreement.
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