Sat May 13, 2017
Middle Circle – An inspiring night of talks, performance, music, comedy, meaning & community
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WHAT ARE WE BECOMING?
JOIN US FOR MIDDLE CIRCLE'S GATHERING OF ARTISTS, SCHOLARS AND PROFESSIONALS INTENDED TO INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND ENGAGE IN THE STUFF THAT REALLY MATTERS.
IMAGINE IF you took the fun of a party, the intimacy of a music venue, the brilliance of a lecture, the dazzle of a theatrical performance, the laughter of comedy, the depth of heartfelt storytelling and the connection of meaningful relationships and put them all into one awesome night? That's Middle Circle's large gatheirng–a cocktail of meaning and fun!
The evening intentionally focuses on the topics, concerns, questions, stories and themes that are most pressing in our individual lives, our local community and wider world.
ABOUT THE THEME WHAT ARE WE BECOMING?A meaningful and entertaining night exploring where we are and where we are going as individuals, an emerging generation and part of American Society.
LINEUP FEATURInGKEYNOTE, Courtney E. Martin, Author of The New Better Off: Reinventing the American Dream, Columnist for On Being & TED Speaker
Joel A. Brown, Poet & Spoken WordThe Secret Improv Society
Bidisha Banjaree, MeditationAnders Peterson, CoFounder of Middle Circlewith live music by Lauren Hulbert, Folk Singer/SongwriterAnd more!Presented by Middle Circle, a new community nonprofit fostering Curiosity, Community & Social Good in the San Francisco Bay Area.
EVENT LAYOUT7:00 PM – Free Hors d'oeuvres "Social"Pints of beer by Social Brewery of San Francisco (wine and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available) and appetizers by EitzEats. Free appetizers are included with your ticket! Mingle with familiar faces and meet new ones while playing themed based trivia. 7:30 PM-9:30 PM – Middle Circle Curated Programming with IntermissionAmazing comedy, performance, music, talks and thought provoking entertainment. Show starts promptly at 7:30 PM.9:30 PM-10:30 PM – After PartyOpportunities to continue forming connections, further the discussions begun by the speakers, learn about future Middle Circle events, and have a good time with good drinks and conversation.
FAQsHow many tickets may I purchase? You may purchase up to six tickets per order.What time should I get there? Please plan to arrive at or before 7:00 PM for our Hors d'oeuvres "Social." Appetizers are complimentary as long as they last! The show starts at 7:30 pm sharp.I have a financial hardship, can I still come? Yes. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email [email protected] to receive a discounted or free ticket. Middle Circle appreciates every donation no matter the size. Your information will remain anonymous.Will there be food and drinks available for purchase? Yes. Free appetizers are included with your ticket and an assortment of beverages will be available by suggested donation at the event.Do you need volunteers? Yes. Please contact [email protected] for details.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Printed or electronic tickets work.The name on the ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay? Yes.What is the refund policy? Sorry, no refunds. If for some reason you are no longer able to attend, you can pass your ticket along as long as they have an electronic or paper copy of your original ticket.So, there is a party after the show? Yes! After the main event, we will have beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase with music. You must be of age and with a valid I.D. to purchase alcoholic drinks. The party goes until 10:30 pm.What if I have other questions? Please email us and we'll help you out!
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JOIN US FOR MIDDLE CIRCLE'S GATHERING OF ARTISTS, SCHOLARS AND PROFESSIONALS INTENDED TO INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND ENGAGE IN THE STUFF THAT REALLY MATTERS.
IMAGINE IF you took the fun of a party, the intimacy of a music venue, the brilliance of a lecture, the dazzle of a theatrical performance, the laughter of comedy, the depth of heartfelt storytelling and the connection of meaningful relationships and put them all into one awesome night? That's Middle Circle's large gatheirng–a cocktail of meaning and fun!
The evening intentionally focuses on the topics, concerns, questions, stories and themes that are most pressing in our individual lives, our local community and wider world.
ABOUT THE THEME WHAT ARE WE BECOMING?A meaningful and entertaining night exploring where we are and where we are going as individuals, an emerging generation and part of American Society.
LINEUP FEATURInGKEYNOTE, Courtney E. Martin, Author of The New Better Off: Reinventing the American Dream, Columnist for On Being & TED Speaker
Joel A. Brown, Poet & Spoken WordThe Secret Improv Society
Bidisha Banjaree, MeditationAnders Peterson, CoFounder of Middle Circlewith live music by Lauren Hulbert, Folk Singer/SongwriterAnd more!Presented by Middle Circle, a new community nonprofit fostering Curiosity, Community & Social Good in the San Francisco Bay Area.
EVENT LAYOUT7:00 PM – Free Hors d'oeuvres "Social"Pints of beer by Social Brewery of San Francisco (wine and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available) and appetizers by EitzEats. Free appetizers are included with your ticket! Mingle with familiar faces and meet new ones while playing themed based trivia. 7:30 PM-9:30 PM – Middle Circle Curated Programming with IntermissionAmazing comedy, performance, music, talks and thought provoking entertainment. Show starts promptly at 7:30 PM.9:30 PM-10:30 PM – After PartyOpportunities to continue forming connections, further the discussions begun by the speakers, learn about future Middle Circle events, and have a good time with good drinks and conversation.
FAQsHow many tickets may I purchase? You may purchase up to six tickets per order.What time should I get there? Please plan to arrive at or before 7:00 PM for our Hors d'oeuvres "Social." Appetizers are complimentary as long as they last! The show starts at 7:30 pm sharp.I have a financial hardship, can I still come? Yes. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email [email protected] to receive a discounted or free ticket. Middle Circle appreciates every donation no matter the size. Your information will remain anonymous.Will there be food and drinks available for purchase? Yes. Free appetizers are included with your ticket and an assortment of beverages will be available by suggested donation at the event.Do you need volunteers? Yes. Please contact [email protected] for details.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Printed or electronic tickets work.The name on the ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay? Yes.What is the refund policy? Sorry, no refunds. If for some reason you are no longer able to attend, you can pass your ticket along as long as they have an electronic or paper copy of your original ticket.So, there is a party after the show? Yes! After the main event, we will have beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase with music. You must be of age and with a valid I.D. to purchase alcoholic drinks. The party goes until 10:30 pm.What if I have other questions? Please email us and we'll help you out!
WHAT ARE WE BECOMING?
JOIN US FOR MIDDLE CIRCLE'S GATHERING OF ARTISTS, SCHOLARS AND PROFESSIONALS INTENDED TO INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND ENGAGE IN THE STUFF THAT REALLY MATTERS.
IMAGINE IF you took the fun of a party, the intimacy of a music venue, the brilliance of a lecture, the dazzle of a theatrical performance, the laughter of comedy, the depth of heartfelt storytelling and the connection of meaningful relationships and put them all into one awesome night? That's Middle Circle's large gatheirng–a cocktail of meaning and fun!
The evening intentionally focuses on the topics, concerns, questions, stories and themes that are most pressing in our individual lives, our local community and wider world.
ABOUT THE THEME WHAT ARE WE BECOMING?A meaningful and entertaining night exploring where we are and where we are going as individuals, an emerging generation and part of American Society.
LINEUP FEATURInGKEYNOTE, Courtney E. Martin, Author of The New Better Off: Reinventing the American Dream, Columnist for On Being & TED Speaker
Joel A. Brown, Poet & Spoken WordThe Secret Improv Society
Bidisha Banjaree, MeditationAnders Peterson, CoFounder of Middle Circlewith live music by Lauren Hulbert, Folk Singer/SongwriterAnd more!Presented by Middle Circle, a new community nonprofit fostering Curiosity, Community & Social Good in the San Francisco Bay Area.
EVENT LAYOUT7:00 PM – Free Hors d'oeuvres "Social"Pints of beer by Social Brewery of San Francisco (wine and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available) and appetizers by EitzEats. Free appetizers are included with your ticket! Mingle with familiar faces and meet new ones while playing themed based trivia. 7:30 PM-9:30 PM – Middle Circle Curated Programming with IntermissionAmazing comedy, performance, music, talks and thought provoking entertainment. Show starts promptly at 7:30 PM.9:30 PM-10:30 PM – After PartyOpportunities to continue forming connections, further the discussions begun by the speakers, learn about future Middle Circle events, and have a good time with good drinks and conversation.
FAQsHow many tickets may I purchase? You may purchase up to six tickets per order.What time should I get there? Please plan to arrive at or before 7:00 PM for our Hors d'oeuvres "Social." Appetizers are complimentary as long as they last! The show starts at 7:30 pm sharp.I have a financial hardship, can I still come? Yes. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email [email protected] to receive a discounted or free ticket. Middle Circle appreciates every donation no matter the size. Your information will remain anonymous.Will there be food and drinks available for purchase? Yes. Free appetizers are included with your ticket and an assortment of beverages will be available by suggested donation at the event.Do you need volunteers? Yes. Please contact [email protected] for details.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Printed or electronic tickets work.The name on the ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay? Yes.What is the refund policy? Sorry, no refunds. If for some reason you are no longer able to attend, you can pass your ticket along as long as they have an electronic or paper copy of your original ticket.So, there is a party after the show? Yes! After the main event, we will have beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase with music. You must be of age and with a valid I.D. to purchase alcoholic drinks. The party goes until 10:30 pm.What if I have other questions? Please email us and we'll help you out!
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JOIN US FOR MIDDLE CIRCLE'S GATHERING OF ARTISTS, SCHOLARS AND PROFESSIONALS INTENDED TO INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND ENGAGE IN THE STUFF THAT REALLY MATTERS.
IMAGINE IF you took the fun of a party, the intimacy of a music venue, the brilliance of a lecture, the dazzle of a theatrical performance, the laughter of comedy, the depth of heartfelt storytelling and the connection of meaningful relationships and put them all into one awesome night? That's Middle Circle's large gatheirng–a cocktail of meaning and fun!
The evening intentionally focuses on the topics, concerns, questions, stories and themes that are most pressing in our individual lives, our local community and wider world.
ABOUT THE THEME WHAT ARE WE BECOMING?A meaningful and entertaining night exploring where we are and where we are going as individuals, an emerging generation and part of American Society.
LINEUP FEATURInGKEYNOTE, Courtney E. Martin, Author of The New Better Off: Reinventing the American Dream, Columnist for On Being & TED Speaker
Joel A. Brown, Poet & Spoken WordThe Secret Improv Society
Bidisha Banjaree, MeditationAnders Peterson, CoFounder of Middle Circlewith live music by Lauren Hulbert, Folk Singer/SongwriterAnd more!Presented by Middle Circle, a new community nonprofit fostering Curiosity, Community & Social Good in the San Francisco Bay Area.
EVENT LAYOUT7:00 PM – Free Hors d'oeuvres "Social"Pints of beer by Social Brewery of San Francisco (wine and non-alcoholic drinks will also be available) and appetizers by EitzEats. Free appetizers are included with your ticket! Mingle with familiar faces and meet new ones while playing themed based trivia. 7:30 PM-9:30 PM – Middle Circle Curated Programming with IntermissionAmazing comedy, performance, music, talks and thought provoking entertainment. Show starts promptly at 7:30 PM.9:30 PM-10:30 PM – After PartyOpportunities to continue forming connections, further the discussions begun by the speakers, learn about future Middle Circle events, and have a good time with good drinks and conversation.
FAQsHow many tickets may I purchase? You may purchase up to six tickets per order.What time should I get there? Please plan to arrive at or before 7:00 PM for our Hors d'oeuvres "Social." Appetizers are complimentary as long as they last! The show starts at 7:30 pm sharp.I have a financial hardship, can I still come? Yes. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Please email [email protected] to receive a discounted or free ticket. Middle Circle appreciates every donation no matter the size. Your information will remain anonymous.Will there be food and drinks available for purchase? Yes. Free appetizers are included with your ticket and an assortment of beverages will be available by suggested donation at the event.Do you need volunteers? Yes. Please contact [email protected] for details.Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Printed or electronic tickets work.The name on the ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay? Yes.What is the refund policy? Sorry, no refunds. If for some reason you are no longer able to attend, you can pass your ticket along as long as they have an electronic or paper copy of your original ticket.So, there is a party after the show? Yes! After the main event, we will have beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks for purchase with music. You must be of age and with a valid I.D. to purchase alcoholic drinks. The party goes until 10:30 pm.What if I have other questions? Please email us and we'll help you out!
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