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    “Give your Elevator Speech a Lift!”

    Host Organization: Other
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    As Braver Angels, we love to share with others what we have learned and experienced on our journey. However, the skills to tell our story in 10 seconds or less takes a little shift in perspective and some practice. This workshop will help you develop a short, clear and memorable way to talk about Braver […]

    Braver Angels Quarterly SongFaire

    Host Organization: BA National - Music
    Setting: Online
    Online US

    Braver Angels SongFaire is a quarterly concert event for musicians to share original songs with one another and with a wider audience online, that connect well with the Braver Angels mission. Artists may perform live or present recorded songs. Our next SongFaire will be on Sunday, October 4, at 2-3:15 pm Pacific time (5-6:15 pm […]

    BA of Tri-Cities Social Gathering

    Host Organization: Central / Eastern Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Round Table Pizza - Pasco 3201 W Court St, Pasco

    * Local Focus: Tri-Cities and surrounding areas An informal gathering for anyone interested in learning more about Braver Angels. Join us at 6 pm. Buy a drink and pizza or salad if you choose, then enjoy the company of people who are looking for civil conversation.

    Finding Community in Our Differences — Before and After Elections

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Woodbury League of Women Voters, Grove United Methodist Church
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Woodbury Central Park 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury

    In a time of deep ideological and political divides, building community across differences is challenging. In this 90-minute Braver Angels interactive session, participants will explore the sources of today's polarization and learn skills for respectful dialogue and finding common ground--especially during seasons when elections further polarize us.

    Forum: Candidates for NHC County Commissioner

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Wilmington NC
    State/Region: NC
    Setting: In-person
    Unity of Wilmington 717 Orchard Ave, Wilmington

    Come meet the candidates for New Hanover County Board of Commissioners and hear them discuss their perspectives on key policy issues in a moderated, non-partisan forum. Presented by Braver Angels […]

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: Columbia Gorge Alliance
    State/Region: OR
    Setting: In-person
    White Salmon Community Library 77 NE Wauna Ave, White Salmon

    Braver Angels Columbia Gorge Alliance Monthly Meeting  ** This event is open to the media upon approval. Send requests to press@braverangels.org

    Building Together Tour with Braver Angels CEO Maury Giles

    Host Organization: SWFL Alliance
    State/Region: FL
    Setting: In-person
    Unity of Naples 2000 Unity Way, Naples

    ** Local Focus: Southwest Florida Join us for a very special night with Braver Angels CEO Maury Giles, visiting Southwest Florida as part of the national Building Together Tour. This is your chance to hear directly from him about Braver Angels' new five-year plan to bridge divides and strengthen civic engagement and our democratic republic. […]

    Community Debate on Amendment 87: Colorado’s Graduated Income Tax Proposal

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Denver Press Club
    State/Region: CO
    Setting: In-person
    Denver Press Club 1330 Glenarm Pl, Denver

    Join Braver Angels for a debate on the topic – Resolved: Colorado should adopt a graduated income tax to increase funding for K–12 education, health care, and early childhood services. Remember, our resolutions never represent Braver Angels' stance on any issue, and we alternate between speeches for and against the resolution. Join us for this […]

    Let’s Brew Over This

    Host Organization: Temecula Valley Braver Angels
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    8 Bit Brewing Company 26755 Jefferson Avenue, Suite F, Murrieta

    Local Focus: Temecula Valley Join us for some Interfaith dialogue over a burger and beer.

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): City of Plymouth - Meet Your Neighbors
    State/Region: MN
    Setting: In-person
    Plymouth Community Center-Education Wing 14800 34th Ave. N, Plymouth

    Local Focus: Plymouth, MN The “Meet Your Neighbor” series offered by the City of Plymouth’s Parks and Recreation is all about fostering community connection through the lens of education and cultural exploration. Our goal is for participants to leave the “one time” session feeling more knowledgeable, supported and confident to get to know your neighbors […]

    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 discuss challenging situations you've encountered. Share your experiences, reflect together, and strengthen your Braver Angels skills through peer learning.The event is carefully and kindly moderated. […]

    Marion County Alliance Meeting

    Host Organization: Marion County Braver Angels
    State/Region: FL
    Setting: In-person
    Marion County Public Library 2720 East Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala

    Join Us: Braver Angels CEO Maury Giles Comes to Marion County! As part of the national Building Together Tour, Braver Angels CEO Maury Giles is coming to Marion County to share what's next for our movement — a new five-year plan, real resources headed our way, and a chance to help shape what it looks […]

    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!

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Lower Susquehanna Alliance
    State/Region: PA
    Setting: In-person
    Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 1610 Carlisle Road, Camp Hill

    * Local Focus: Open to the general public, but registration is required. Note: This event is to be attended in person. In today's polarized political climate, disagreements can feel like personal battles. Tools taught at this workshop can help reduce conflict, foster deeper understanding, and lead to more productive conversations. In this polarized time, we […]

    Does My Vote Count? A Community Conversation on Election Security

    Host Organization: State
    Partner Org(s): Indivisible Manatee , Manatee League of Women Voters , Immigration Coalition of Southwest FL
    State/Region: FL
    Setting: In-person
    Braden River Presbyterian Church 5150 Peridia Blvd E, Bradenton

    Local Focus: Manatee County Election security means different things to different people — and that's exactly why we need to talk about it together. Join us for this Braver Angels style Community Dialogue for an evening involving "Reds," "Blues," and everyone in between in the same room for an honest, respectful conversation about how our […]

    Depolarizing Ourselves

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Puyallup Public Safety Bldg. 1015 39th Ave SE, Puyallup

    Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  About this event Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. […]

    An Evening With Bill Doherty

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance Capital Region NYS
    State/Region: NY
    Setting: In-person
    Newtonville United Methodist Church 568 Loudon Rd, Newtonville

    Bill Doherty—Co-founder of Braver Angels and the creator of our workshops—will be visiting the Capital Region on October 8, 2026. Spend an enjoyable evening with Bill, listen to stories from his work across the country, ask your questions, and connect with someone who has played a major role in helping Americans navigate political differences with […]

    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.

    Kissin’ Cousins: Family Members Overcoming Political Divisiveness

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Madison
    State/Region: WI
    Setting: In-person
    Grace Episcopal Church Cornelia Vilas Hall 116 W. Washington Avenue, Madison

    The Madison Alliance of Braver Angels invites you to a special event -- a conversation with Dave Koehn, radio voice of the Milwaukee Bucks on WTMJ Radio and statewide BMO Bucks Radio Network, and his cousin, Michael Koehn, as they share how they manage to stay off the bench with political views from opposite sides […]

    Alliance Discussion Gathering

    Host Organization: Colorado Northern Front Range
    State/Region: CO
    Setting: In-person
    Timberline Church 2908 S Timberline Rd, Ft Collins

    Monthly Member Meeting/Discussion

    Tucson Alliance Monthly Meeting

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Tucson Alliance
    Partner Org(s): Center for Community Mediation and Facilitation , League of Women Voters , American Association of University Women
    State/Region: AZ
    Setting: In-person
    United Way of Tucson 330 N Commerce Park Loop #200, Tucson

    Local Focus: Intended to Tucson and Pima County Arizona How Will You Vote? A Review of the November 3 Ballot Propositions

    Tarrant County Alliance Meeting – Open to the Public

    Host Organization: Braver Angels of Tarrant County
    State/Region: TX
    Setting: Hybrid
    Doxology Church 4805 Arborlawn Dr, Fort Worth

    ** Local Focus: Tarrant County and the surrounding area Join us in person or by Zoom for our 2026 Kick-off Meeting! Location Details: Doxology Church 4805 Arborlawn Dr. Fort Worth, TX 76109 Note: Look for the Braver Angels signage at the WEST entrance of the campus. If interested in joining via Zoom: https://zoom.braverangels.org/5709 Email tarrant-county@braverangels.org […]

    Civic Discussion of Issues around the Midterm Election

    Host Organization: Temecula Valley Braver Angels
    Partner Org(s): Bridging the Divide
    State/Region: CA
    Setting: In-person
    Kay Ceniceros Center North Annex 29995 Evans Rd, Menifee

    ** Local Focus: Temecula Valley Civic Discussion Forum

    Red/Blue Workshop – Session 1

    Host Organization: BA National - Workshops
    Setting: Online
    Online

    Join us for an intensive online workshop that brings together Republican-leaning and Democratic-leaning citizens for structured conversations, with a focus on listening and reflecting rather than debating and persuading.  Goals: To better understand the experiences and beliefs of those on the other side of the political divide. To seek out areas of common ground in […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: Western Washington Alliance
    Partner Org(s): League of Women Voters King County
    State/Region: WA
    Setting: In-person
    Ballard Library 5614 22nd Ave NW, Seattle

    The Ballard library has free parking located under the building; entry is on NW 56th St Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this polarized time, we lack basic understanding of why people on the other political side hold their beliefs. We don’t see them as they see themselves–their core values and […]

    Skills for Disagreeing Better

    Host Organization: North Carolina Triad Braver Angels Alliance
    Partner Org(s): First Presbyterian Church Greensboro
    State/Region: NC
    Setting: In-person
    First Presbyterian Church of Greensboro 617 N Elm Street, Greensboro

    Local Focus: Triad region of North Carolina Co-sponsored by First Presbyterian Church in Greensboro at 617 N. Elm Street.  Note: This event is to be attended in person. In this […]

    Families and Politics

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Alliance of Washtenaw County
    Partner Org(s): Interfaith Roundtable of Washtenaw County
    State/Region: MI
    Setting: In-person
    Zion Lutheran Church 1501 West Liberty Street, Ann Arbor

    Family relationships can be casualties of a toxic political environment. Preserve important family bonds while staying true to your values. About this event Family relationships can become casualties of a toxic political environment. Family members are having bitter political arguments, avoiding each other, or even cutting off lifetime relationships. If you want to preserve important […]

    Depolarizing Ourselves

    Host Organization: State
    State/Region: MA
    Setting: In-person
    Church of the Nativity 45 Howard Street, Northborough

    Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is an essential key for a healthy discussion. This […]

    Braver Angels Baton Rouge Alliance Meeting

    Braver Angels Baton Rouge Alliance Meeting

    Host Organization: Braver Angels Baton Rouge
    State/Region: LA
    Setting: In-person
    South Branch Library, East Baton Rouge Parish Library System 2210 Glasgow Avenue, Baton Rouge

    Local Focus: Baton Rouge, LA Each month, the Braver Angels Baton Rouge Alliance meets to take on topics of local interesting, including invited guests, debates, and workshops. Previous topics have included immigration, tourism, LA GATOR vouchers, and depolarization. In some months, the meeting may move to a different Sunday based on holidays, such as Mother's […]

    Depolarizing Ourselves

    Host Organization: New England - Region
    Partner Org(s): Ohavi Zedek Synagogue, Phoenix Books , Temple Sinai, Ruach HaMaqom, Jewish Communities of VT
    Setting: In-person
    Ohavi Zedek Synagogue 188 North Prospect St, Burlington

    Note: This free* event is to be attended in person.  Faith-Sponsored Workshop Overview For people of faith, civil discourse begins in recognizing the image of God in our conversation partner. Since we are all children of God, our approach should involve mutual respect. Respect, not agreement, is an essential key for a healthy discussion. This […]