Discussion Circles in Pubs, Cafes, Bars...
Has your night school disappeared or got too expensive? Does the inane chatter on Twitter and facebook leave you with a feeling that there must be more to life? THERE IS!!!
Discuss the big questions in politics, life and science in a new breed of informal fun and education in pubs bars and cafes....
ODD Circles - Open Democracy Discussion Circles. No membership, No entrance fee come and go as you please. Discuss the big issues in politics, philosophy, the arts and life in general in a welcoming, relaxed and informal environment where your view is as important as any other.
See the website for details www.oddc.org.uk
Philosophy in Pubs(PiPs). PIP's are a group of like-minded people searching for philosophical stimulation in a relaxed atmosphere (i.e. pubs, bistros, coffee shops, bookstores & community centres). Currently the venues are in the Liverpool area and are run on a weekly or monthly basis. see website
East Midlands Salon. The idea of a Salon was developed in 17th and 18th Century France. Typically they were created and organised by the aristocratic ladies, to hear the ideas of the great thinkers of the time, to debate their meaning, for entertainment. The East Midlands Salon is organised in homage to those days. more info.
Café Culture is a series of events which aim to generate discussion, debate and a convivial atmosphere. Held in central Newcastle upon Tyne, they seek to provide a space for people to think, share ideas and to have a lively and inclusive discussion. more info
If you have a general interest in science (or one of the topics happens to grab your attention), it's a good place to learn a bit more, or to ask the questions you have always wanted answered. There is no prior scientific knowledge assumed and sessions are suitable for scientists and non-scientists alike. They are informal – you can chip in when you like and any level of question is welcome. more info
Cafe Philosophique in Scarthin Books Cromford, Derbyshire. "We normally meet in the bookshop café at eight on a Saturday Night. The talk lasts about an hour, followed by something to eat and a discussion phase that goes on to ten or a bit later -and afterwards in the pub for some." more info