What Do We Sacrifice to Belong? | Open Loops

Join us for Open Loops, a modern-day salon for big questions and intimate conversation.

This isn’t a panel or a performance. It’s a space for reflection, storytelling, and shared inquiry. We’ll gather in a thoughtfully curated setting to explore the emotional, philosophical, and relational dimensions of love, care, and obligation.

• Doors open at 7:00 PM. Come early to settle in, grab a drink or pastry, and explore some light journaling prompts.
• At 7:30 PM, we’ll open with a short introduction to the night’s question, a few guiding ideas from relational philosophy, and gentle conversation guidelines.
• From there, we enter the salon: guided dialogue, shared reflection, and space to connect or simply listen.

You don’t need a background in philosophy to attend. All you need is a willingness to be present.

We’re hosting this gathering at Le Petit Monstre, a vegan bakery and wine bar in Clinton Hill. The setting is cozy, elegant, and made for slow evenings. Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the event.

Whether you come with a friend or on your own, you’ll be welcomed into a room of curious, kind, and thoughtful people. This is an invitation to think out loud, to connect, and to be with others in a way that feels just a little more human.

Can't make it IRL? Join us September 23rd from 7:30-9:00 pm ET for our online edition here!