Join us and Come Skip the Small Talk!
EVENT START-END | 1:04 pm - 1:08 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 1:04 pm ET
WHERE | Blackfinn DC, 1620 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006 (map)
AGE RANGE | All Ages: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests of all ages will be enthusiastically welcome!
FOOD/DRINKS | The entire Blackfinn menu of delicious food and alcoholic as well as nonalcoholic drinks will be available, with many allergy-friendly options for food and drinks.
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Parking garages may be available nearby, but public transportation is recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible. There will be enough seating to accommodate all guests. Gender affirming restrooms will be available. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional, but recommended.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Thursday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and drinks available for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 1:04 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 1:04 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Blackfinn DC has lots of other fun events going on, too. Feel free to check them out here!If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 1:04 pm - 1:08 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 1:04 pm ET
WHERE | Blackfinn DC, 1620 I St NW, Washington, DC 20006 (map)
AGE RANGE | All Ages: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests of all ages will be enthusiastically welcome!
FOOD/DRINKS | The entire Blackfinn menu of delicious food and alcoholic as well as nonalcoholic drinks will be available, with many allergy-friendly options for food and drinks.
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Parking garages may be available nearby, but public transportation is recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible. There will be enough seating to accommodate all guests. Gender affirming restrooms will be available. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional, but recommended.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Thursday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and drinks available for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 1:04 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 1:04 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Blackfinn DC has lots of other fun events going on, too. Feel free to check them out here!If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 12:09 pm - 12:13 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 12:09 pm ET
WHERE | Aeronaut, 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA 02143 (map)
AGE RANGE | All Ages: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests of all ages will be enthusiastically welcome!
FOOD/DRINKS | Beer, nonalcoholic beverages, Venezuelan food from Carolicious (with allergy-friendly options), and gourmet chocolate will be for sale.
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Limited parking lot spots and street parking may be available nearby, but public transportation is recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible, gender-affirming bathrooms available, 21+ with government-issued ID’s required, optional noise isolation devices used. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional, but recommended.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Tuesday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and beer for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 12:09 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 12:09 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Aeronaut? Check out their full event calendar here.If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 12:09 pm - 12:13 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 12:09 pm ET
WHERE | Aeronaut, 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA 02143 (map)
AGE RANGE | All Ages: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests of all ages will be enthusiastically welcome!
FOOD/DRINKS | Beer, nonalcoholic beverages, Venezuelan food from Carolicious (with allergy-friendly options), and gourmet chocolate will be for sale.
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Limited parking lot spots and street parking may be available nearby, but public transportation is recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible, gender-affirming bathrooms available, 21+ with government-issued ID’s required, optional noise isolation devices used. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional, but recommended.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Tuesday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and beer for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 12:09 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 12:09 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Aeronaut? Check out their full event calendar here.If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 7:57 pm - 7:59 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 7:57 pm ET
WHERE | Aeronaut, 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA 02143 (map)
AGE RANGE | All Ages: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests of all ages will be enthusiastically welcome!
FOOD/DRINKS | Beer, nonalcoholic beverages, Venezuelan food from Carolicious (with allergy-friendly options), and gourmet chocolate will be for sale.
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Limited parking lot spots and street parking may be available nearby, but public transportation is recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible, gender-affirming bathrooms available, 21+ with government-issued ID’s required, optional noise isolation devices used. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional, but recommended.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Thursday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and beer for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 7:57 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 7:57 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Aeronaut? Check out their full event calendar here.If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 6:15 pm ET
WHERE | Narragansett Brewery, 271 Tockwotton St, Providence, RI 02903 (map)
AGE RANGE | 21+: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests 21+ will be enthusiastically welcome! Please be sure to bring your government-issued ID, as this venue is 21+.
FOOD/DRINKS | Delicious food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) are available for purchase. Check out the menu here!
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Narragansett Brewery has 34 spots in their lot, plus additional parking along Tockwotton Street. The hotel next door sometimes offers validated parking—feel free to ask at their front desk to confirm availability.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Tuesday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and drinks for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 6:15 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 6:30 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Narragansett Brewery? Check them out here!If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm PT
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 5:45 pm PT
WHERE | Serpentine Cider and Smokehouse, 8665 Miralani Dr Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92126 (map)
AGE RANGE | 21+: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests 21+ will be enthusiastically welcome! Please be sure to bring your government-issued ID, as this venue is 21+.
FOOD/DRINKS | Delicious food and drinks will be available for sale!
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Parking is available in the lot as well as limited nearby street parking.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible. Check out Serpentine's Sccessibility Statement here. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Thursday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and drinks for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 5:45 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 6:00 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Serpentine Cider and Smokehouse? Check out their event calendar here.If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
EVENT START-END | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm PT
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 5:45 pm PT
WHERE | Serpentine Cider and Smokehouse, 8665 Miralani Dr Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92126 (map)
AGE RANGE | 21+: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests 21+ will be enthusiastically welcome! Please be sure to bring your government-issued ID, as this venue is 21+.
FOOD/DRINKS | Delicious food and drinks will be available for sale!
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Parking is available in the lot as well as limited nearby street parking.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | Wheelchair accessible. Check out Serpentine's Sccessibility Statement here. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Thursday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and drinks for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 5:45 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 6:00 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Serpentine Cider and Smokehouse? Check out their event calendar here.If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
Meaningful online conversations with strangers on Zoom that don't leave you drained. We use question prompts to spark unique convos.
You may expect this event to run from 7:00 - 8:15pm ET/ 6:00 - 7:15 pm CT/ 5:00 - 6:15 pm MT/ 4:00 - 5:15 pm PT. Please be aware of time zone differences.
About this event
***You'll need the event URL, so be sure to register in advance so we can send it to you. We'll send you an e-mail with the Zoom link a few minutes after you purchase a ticket (and we’ll also send it again the day of the event)-- please check both your “spam” AND “junk” folders if you don't see it!***
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These Zoom events are designed based in psychology research to give you all the warm fuzzy feelings of human closeness, without that feeling of Zoom-fatigue afterward.
We use question prompts and a structure designed based in psychology research to help you get vulnerable with strangers in a way that actually feels safe, and that brings out the best in people.
All our events are trauma-informed and facilitated by folks with therapeutic training. According to our surveys, a lot of our guests report feeling nervous about coming, but 100% of the people who say they were nervous also end up saying they were glad they came. There might be some selection bias going on, but we still think it's promising :)
We even had an academic paper come out about our online events showing that they improve mood and reduce loneliness! Check that out here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5827683e6a49634bd84b79f4/t/614cfad6e033d105a07cc40f/1632434903586/preprint-28002-submitted.pdf
What's it like?
The whole thing is on Zoom.
We'll put you into pairs in breakout rooms, and you'll switch partners so you're not just talking to the same person the whole night.
We'll give you question prompts to spark conversations to make sure you're getting the most out of your conversations.
Some examples of our research-backed prompts are, "What's something you're proud of that you don't usually get to share with people?" And, "What's something I would need to know about you in order to be friends with you?"
But if you hate our prompts, you'll always be invited to make up your own or talk about whatever feels right.
What do people say about it?
Here's some stuff people have told us (unprompted!) about the online Skip the Small Talks:
"I was surprised at how good this was! I'll definitely be coming back!"
"This has turned into my weekly self-care-- going to this event every week is something kind I do for myself to stay sane."
"I'm an introvert, and to be honest, I even think of myself as someone who generally hates other people, but I actually feel energized after Skip the Small Talk online. For some reason, I feel Zoom fatigue in pretty much every other online interaction, but I'm usually, like, giddy after these."
Ready to skip the small talk with us?
After purchasing a ticket, you can expect an e-mail with the Zoom link to arrive within a few minutes (and we’ll also send it to you again on the day of the event). If you don't see it, check your spam folder!
Please do your best to arrive a couple minutes before 7:00 pm ET/ 6:00 pm CT/ 5:00 pm MT/ 4:00 pm PT if you haven't been to one of these before so you don't miss the intro, but feel free to come late if you need to-- you'll still be able to participate just fine!
If you've come to an online Skip the Small Talk before and would rather skip the intro, feel free to come at 7:10 pm ET/ 6:10 pm CT/ 5:10 pm MT/ 4:10 pm PT.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fmhxMcSsdgkQYOZQZoUKC3DK511fDl3pcPyShB22W9s
Need accessibility accommodations?
We are happy to offer Zoom captions and/or live ASL upon request. Due the use of one-on-one conversations in breakout rooms during the event, we request at least five days' notice to make sure we are able to provide an ASL interpreter for each person who needs them. Sometimes, we can provide an ASL interpreter on shorter notice, so even if it's closer to the event, please reach out to info@skipthesmalltalk.com so we can discuss what we can do for you.
We encourage guests to do what they need to in order to feel as comfortable as possible during the event, like taking breaks, eating, stretching, using fidget tools, getting up and moving, leaving early, etc.
While we acknowledge that there is no such thing as a space that is perfectly accessible for everyone, we do what we can to welcome as many people as possible while prioritizing the needs of those who are systematically oppressed. If you have any accessibility needs that we might be able to help with, please reach out to us at info@skipthesmalltalk.com.
Want to keep up with our events?
If you want to be the first to get access to tickets, and also get free exclusive content about how to improve your relationships, communicate more effectively, and more, join our mailing list at https://sendfox.com/skipthesmalltalk (don't worry, we hate mailing lists, too-- we only e-mail when we have something useful to tell you about, like new events).
If you are interested in buying Skip the Small Talk question prompt cards to use in your everyday life, you can check those out here.
Meaningful online conversations with strangers on Zoom that don't leave you drained. We use question prompts to spark unique convos.
You may expect this event to run from 7:00 - 8:15pm ET/ 6:00 - 7:15 pm CT/ 5:00 - 6:15 pm MT/ 4:00 - 5:15 pm PT. Please be aware of time zone differences.
About this event
***You'll need the event URL, so be sure to register in advance so we can send it to you. We'll send you an e-mail with the Zoom link a few minutes after you purchase a ticket (and we’ll also send it again the day of the event)-- please check both your “spam” AND “junk” folders if you don't see it!***
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These Zoom events are designed based in psychology research to give you all the warm fuzzy feelings of human closeness, without that feeling of Zoom-fatigue afterward.
We use question prompts and a structure designed based in psychology research to help you get vulnerable with strangers in a way that actually feels safe, and that brings out the best in people.
All our events are trauma-informed and facilitated by folks with therapeutic training. According to our surveys, a lot of our guests report feeling nervous about coming, but 100% of the people who say they were nervous also end up saying they were glad they came. There might be some selection bias going on, but we still think it's promising :)
We even had an academic paper come out about our online events showing that they improve mood and reduce loneliness! Check that out here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5827683e6a49634bd84b79f4/t/614cfad6e033d105a07cc40f/1632434903586/preprint-28002-submitted.pdf
What's it like?
The whole thing is on Zoom.
We'll put you into pairs in breakout rooms, and you'll switch partners so you're not just talking to the same person the whole night.
We'll give you question prompts to spark conversations to make sure you're getting the most out of your conversations.
Some examples of our research-backed prompts are, "What's something you're proud of that you don't usually get to share with people?" And, "What's something I would need to know about you in order to be friends with you?"
But if you hate our prompts, you'll always be invited to make up your own or talk about whatever feels right.
What do people say about it?
Here's some stuff people have told us (unprompted!) about the online Skip the Small Talks:
"I was surprised at how good this was! I'll definitely be coming back!"
"This has turned into my weekly self-care-- going to this event every week is something kind I do for myself to stay sane."
"I'm an introvert, and to be honest, I even think of myself as someone who generally hates other people, but I actually feel energized after Skip the Small Talk online. For some reason, I feel Zoom fatigue in pretty much every other online interaction, but I'm usually, like, giddy after these."
Ready to skip the small talk with us?
After purchasing a ticket, you can expect an e-mail with the Zoom link to arrive within a few minutes (and we’ll also send it to you again on the day of the event). If you don't see it, check your spam folder!
Please do your best to arrive a couple minutes before 7:00 pm ET/ 6:00 pm CT/ 5:00 pm MT/ 4:00 pm PT if you haven't been to one of these before so you don't miss the intro, but feel free to come late if you need to-- you'll still be able to participate just fine!
If you've come to an online Skip the Small Talk before and would rather skip the intro, feel free to come at 7:10 pm ET/ 6:10 pm CT/ 5:10 pm MT/ 4:10 pm PT.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fmhxMcSsdgkQYOZQZoUKC3DK511fDl3pcPyShB22W9s
Need accessibility accommodations?
We are happy to offer Zoom captions and/or live ASL upon request. Due the use of one-on-one conversations in breakout rooms during the event, we request at least five days' notice to make sure we are able to provide an ASL interpreter for each person who needs them. Sometimes, we can provide an ASL interpreter on shorter notice, so even if it's closer to the event, please reach out to info@skipthesmalltalk.com so we can discuss what we can do for you.
We encourage guests to do what they need to in order to feel as comfortable as possible during the event, like taking breaks, eating, stretching, using fidget tools, getting up and moving, leaving early, etc.
While we acknowledge that there is no such thing as a space that is perfectly accessible for everyone, we do what we can to welcome as many people as possible while prioritizing the needs of those who are systematically oppressed. If you have any accessibility needs that we might be able to help with, please reach out to us at info@skipthesmalltalk.com.
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If you are interested in buying Skip the Small Talk question prompt cards to use in your everyday life, you can check those out here.
Open to Everyone,
Beacon Hill Books, (map)
Open to Everyone,
Beacon Hill Books, (map)
EVENT START-END | 2:57 pm - 2:57 pm ET
CHECK-IN BEGINS | 2:57 pm ET
WHERE | Beacon Hill Books, 71 Charles St, Boston, MA 02114 (map)
AGE RANGE | All Ages: While many folks who attend our events are in their 20s and 30s, all guests of all ages will be enthusiastically welcome!
FOOD/DRINKS | A full lineup of delicious, locally sourced drinks and food will be available for purchase from Beacon Hill Books’s cozy cafe
PARKING / PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION | Limited parking may be available at nearby garages, but public transportation is recommended.
ACCESSIBILITY & OTHER VENUE DETAILS | The ADA entrance is through the cafe courtyard. There is an elevator on every floor and an accessible bathroom on the 2nd floor. For ASL and any other accommodations not listed, please see more info here.
COVID-19 PROCEDURES | Masking is optional, but recommended.
What’s It Like?
Hear from real attendees in the videos at the bottom of the page!
Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?
Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Wednesday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.
We'll be offering "big talk" conversational prompts on them to get you started, and we'll have lots of structure to make sure that you actually talk to people and that it's not awkward. Not feeling like answering a particular question? No worries, we'll have plenty to choose from, like, "When are you the happiest?" and, "If you were going to become close friends with me, what would I need to know about you?" We'll give you ground rules to make sure you feel comfortable and safe sharing as much of yourself as possible while still feeling in complete control of how much you divulge.
There will be food and drinks for sale!
Check-in for this event will begin around 2:57 pm. Please do your best to arrive before 2:57 pm so we can begin as close to on time as possible.
Skip the Small Talk is dedicated to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone. Check out our safety policy here: tinyurl.com/ststSafety
Ready to Skip the Small Talk With Us?
Grab a ticket since entry is on a first come first serve basis and we tend to sell out in advance for these-- once we are out of tickets, we will NOT be able to accommodate folks at the door.
Want to check out what else is going on at Beacon Hill Books? Check out their website here!If you want to be the first to hear about our events before we sell out, feel free to join our mailing list at Skip the Small Talk Mailing List Sign-Up.
See our Skip the Small Talk question prompt card deck (and buy your own if you want) here.
If you want to get more of a vibe of what our events are like, have a look at the videos below and check out our FAQ (which also covers stuff like our refund policy, arriving late, age range, and hiring us for corporate/ college/ private events).
Open to Everyone,
Beacon Hill Books, (map)