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    NEO Alliance Summer Social Event

    Host Organization: Northeast Ohio Alliance Group
    State/Region: OH
    Setting: In-person
    Sylman's Tavern 6901 Rockside Rd., Independence

    Local Focus: Northeast Ohio NEO Alliance Summer Social Event

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    ** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for a discussion on a variety of topics. Participation in previous BA workshops is encouraged!

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: NW Willamette Valley Braver Angels Alliance
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Beaverton Round Table Pizza 10150 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy (Hwy 10), Beaverton

    Join us over pizza to discuss: Is there room for actions of resistance and bridging at the same time? As well as hearing reports back from the convention in Philadelphia this month, let’s consider how we balance our personal enthusiasm and political advocacy with our commitment to the work of bridging the divide, through Braver […]

    Civic Conversations

    Civic Conversations

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Bloomsburg
    State/Region: PA
    Setting: In-person
    McBride Memorial Library 500 North Market Street, Berwick

    Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity to: 1. Practice civic engagement 2. Meet new people in the community Meetings will be facilitated and use clear ground rules.

    Braver Angels “Experience”

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Salem
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    IKE BOX Cafe 299 Cottage St NE, Salem

    An engaging, interactive & thought-provoking introduction to Braver Angels. Come prepared to meet new friends and explore viewpoints on a variety of issues. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Braver Politics Office Hours

    Braver Politics Office Hours

    Host Organization: Braver Politics
    State/Region: - National
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    * Restricted Attendance: Braver Angels members only Monthly office hours to ask Elizabeth Doll and other Braver Politics volunteers your questions and connect about what work is ongoing.

    Walk A Mile In My News

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Utah Alliance
    State/Region: UT
    Setting: In-person
    Draper, UT - email for address

    * Local Focus: Utah Ever wondered how “they” can think *that*? An opportunity for Red/Blue pairs to explore how their news sources differ. Questions? Contact Carrie Akston, carriea@braverangels.org See you there! CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT US! This is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels as part of our mission to depolarize America. […]

    South Bay Braver Angels Social Event

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Silicon Valley
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Cuesta Park 615 Cuesta Drive, Mountain View

    Local Focus: South Bay area of San Francisco South Bay Braver Angels, significant others, and interested community members are invited to attend a social gathering featuring light refreshments. Bring a folding chair, meet the core team, have some treats, and make new friends.

    Finding Common Ground on Screen Time in Schools

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Robert J. Drewel Building 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, Everett

    Local Focus: Western Washington How much is the right amount? Classroom use of AI and screen time v. books, paper and pencils. Join local Red, Blue, and Other leaning community members to seek common ground on this issue. Participants will be provided with basic background information on the topic and then will engage in respectful, […]

    Discussion on “Free Speech, Fighting Words, and Violence”

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Jefferson County Library 620 Cedar Avenue, Port Hadlock

    Local Focus: Braver Angels of North Olympic Peninsula "Free Speech, Fighting Words, and Violence." We will break into small groups to explore questions about free expression, public safety, and respectful dialogue across differences, using a Living Room Conversations format. Have you had a personal experience where free speech was inhibited? Have you ever felt harmed […]

    Clackamas County Braver Angels July Meeting

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    The Ledding Library 10660 SE 21st Ave, Milwaukie

    Braver Angels is not the only group working on communication across differences in Clackamas County. Come join a session offered by a partner organization, The Compassionate Listening Project. We teaches powerful skills for peacemaking. Our curriculum for Compassionate Listening (CL) grew out of our many years of reconciliation work on the ground in Israel and […]

    Polarization and a Path Forward

    Host Organization: Cincinnati Alliance Group
    Partner Org(s): Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
    State/Region: OH
    Setting: In-person
    Prince of Peace Lutheran Church 101 South Lebanon Road, Loveland

    In this session we will examine multiple sources of polarization and describe how polarization has affected the country and our faith community.  We will work to identify particularly significant aspects of these issues that face individuals and the church. The session will also provide a framework for how we can overcome polarization and see each […]

    Becoming a Courageous Citizen

    Host Organization: Central Coast
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Oasis Center 420 Soares Avenue, Orcutt

    * Local Focus: Middle of the CA Central Coast Welcome to Braver Angels: Becoming a Courageous Citizen ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Washington, DC
    State/Region: DC
    Setting: In-person
    Private Residence in Washington DC Washington

    Join us for an evening of friendly conversation with BA members and friends in the DMV.

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: Rockland County Alliance
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    New City Library 220 North Main Street, New City
    Alliance/Members Meeting

    Alliance/Members Meeting

    Host Organization: Ely Alliance
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Ely Community Center 27 E 2nd Ave, Ely

    Local Focus: Ely Area Alliance Gathering ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    ** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for […]

    COURAGEOUS POLITICAL CONVERSATIONS – ENGAGING THOSE WITH WHOM WE DISAGREE.

    Host Organization: Southern Willamette Valley Alliance
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    Bethesda Lutheran Church 4445 Royal Avenue, Eugene

    COURAGEOUS POLITICAL CONVERSATIONS - ENGAGING THOSE WITH WHOM WE DISAGREE. Skill building for difficult conversations with those we disagree with, the Braver Angels Way. ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Civic Conversations

    Civic Conversations

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Bloomsburg
    State/Region: PA
    Setting: In-person
    McBride Memorial Library 500 North Market Street, Berwick

    Please join us at McBride Memorial Library, 500 North Market Street, Berwick PA, each Friday from 11 am - 12 pm to discuss current events. Participants will have the opportunity […]

    Coffee Talks – Salem, OR

    Coffee Talks – Salem, OR

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Salem
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    IKE BOX Cafe 299 Cottage St NE, Salem

    Join us at our monthly gathering in Salem – "Coffee Talks". This is a casual event where you will get to meet some of your fellow local Braver Angels. The […]

    Alliance Community Action-Immigration Conversation

    Host Organization: George Norris Alliance for a Better Nebraska
    State/Region: NE
    Setting: In-person
    Saint Paul United Methodist Church 1144 M St., Lincoln

    Restricted Attendance: Attendance is limited to 40 people. To ensure a balance of viewpoints, we ask that people pre-register and share their political leanings in advance. A moderated conversation on immigration in which everyone has a chance to express their honest opinions in a respectful manner and be heard.

    What Does 250 years mean to you?

    Host Organization: Building Bridges Alliance
    State/Region: ME
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Personal history of the 250th July 4th event. What did you do, meaning of the day for you, personal thoughts and experiences. What can we do in our communities to […]

    When the Going Gets Tough

    Host Organization: BA National
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Restricted Attendance: You need to have taken at least one Braver Angels skills course, in person, online or ecourse Join fellow Braver Angels members in a small group setting to […]

    Conversations on the Fourth Monday

    Conversations on the Fourth Monday

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: NC
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    * Local Focus: North Carolina This is a monthly virtual event series hosted by alliances affiliated with Braver Angels of North Carolina. Each event is a relaxed, informal, guided discussion […]

    Michigan Family Dinner

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: MI
    Setting: In-person
    Panera Bread - Troy 390 W 14 Mile Rd, Troy

    As we approach these important elections, it especially important to protect our relationships with friends and family by practicing how to talk to each other. If you are looking for a place to find respectful human conversation and connection despite our differences- Join us for the Michigan Family Dinner Meet-Up! This in-person gathering is a […]

    Braver Angels Pierce County Getting to Know One Another Picnic

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Wildwood Park 1101 23rd Ave SE, Shelter 10, Puyallup

    We're excited to launch a new Braver Angels satellite in Pierce County, led by Puyallup Mayor Ned Witting. Through workshops, discussions, debates, community outreach, and social gatherings, the satellite will create opportunities for people of all political perspectives to engage one another with curiosity, respect, and goodwill. Whether you're interested in getting involved or simply […]

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    SCIN BA Lunch Group (2026)

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of South Central Indiana
    State/Region: IN
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    ** Local Focus: Indiana focus. All BA members and subscribers are welcome. Weekly discussion meeting of the SCIN BA Lunch group. All BA members/subscribers are welcome to join us for […]