In-person: Socrates Cafe in QUEENS
October 13, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Panera Bread Cafe, 38-01 35th Avenue (off Steinway street), Astoria, Queens 11101
An in-person philosophical discussion in Queens where attendees submit and explain questions, vote on topics, and participate in a facilitated conversation.
Submit a philosophical question, help vote on the discussion topic, and exchange perspectives in a conversation facilitated by Jorge.
**Start time: 6:30 pm.** And as usual, please **bring a simple question** for submission for possible discussion. Please frame the question in a **simple interrogative statement.** *If/when circumstances permit, **we usually discuss two questions.*** We follow the **Christopher Phillips format:** **1.** All attendees will submit ONE simple question. Keep it simple (ie: what is love?) **2.** Each attendee will have 2-3 minutes to explain their respective question, if they want. Be prepared to respond to any possible points of clarity from other attendees. **3\. Round ONE:** attendees vote for any question they want to discuss. Then, Jorge will tabulate the votes **4\. Round TWO:** top 2-3 questions are voted upon again. This round, attendees can ONLY VOTE for ONE QUESTION. **5.** Discuss *"winning question.*" Historically, we have discussed top two questions, when circumstances permit. ***Jorge will facilitate the discussion/conversation.*** **Reminders:** Be **open-minded**, bring your **curiosity**. It's about **Discovery.** Always be **Respectful** and **open to the perspective** of others. And be **concise.** **NOTE:** If and when possible, please donate to help defray the annual fees from Meetup.com. Suggested amount \~$15-$20 once a year. **Zelle** to **917 613.9736.** Thank you. always with gratitude, Jorge