# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us at Idle Hands Craft Ales for pizza, conversation, and connection as we explore the social divides that shape our community.About this EventAbout This EventWhat causes people to feel disconnected from one another? Why do social and political divides seem so difficult to overcome? And what can ordinary people do to build stronger connections in their communities?The Divides Project invites you to an evening of thoughtful conversation, shared food & drink, and community-building at Idle Hands Craft Ales in Malden.In a time when division often dominates headlines and social media feeds, this event offers something different: an opportunity to sit down with neighbors, listen to diverse perspectives, and explore practical ways to strengthen understanding across differences.Together, we'll examine some of the forces that contribute to division while also highlighting the relationships, conversations, and creative approaches that can help bring people together.No special expertise is required—just curiosity, respect for others, and a willingness to participate.RSVP to attend. And if you like pizza, you can preorder it here. - Founded by Christopher and Grace Tkach, Idle Hands started out in 2010 as the smallest commercial brewery in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, producing 1.5 barrels of beer at a time. Aside from great bear, this wonderful community treasure is so much more than a brewery. They are all about community. And so you will find all kinds of events, fundraisers, and ways to engage with your neighgber in this funky tap room on Commercial Street.Image credit: Grace Tkach.The Divides Project is a grant funded initiative that explores what disconnects us and how art & dialogue can transform divides into opportunities for deeper connection.___________This project is supported by a grant from the Malden Cultural Council, a local agency of the Massachusetts Cultural Council. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/malden/the-divides-project-bridging-divides-over-pizza-and-conversation/100001991565522088 - **Event Categories**: art, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Idle Hands Craft Ales - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 10, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Malden - **state**: MA - **country**: United States - **location**: Idle Hands Craft Ales - **lat**: 42.4244042 - **long**: -71.0747348 - **full address**: Idle Hands Craft Ales, 89 Commercial Street, Malden, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/8ee34eacda40cddf8804a30a2b7109352d59c93ef28e0b3ba0ccff6249b36ba8-rimg-w1200-h600-dc181713-gmir.jpg?v=1781509315 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation being held? - **A:** The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation takes place on Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Idle Hands Craft Ales, 89 Commercial Street, Malden, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation? - **A:** The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation? - **A:** The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation is organized by The Divides Project. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Divides Project: Bridging Divides over Pizza & Conversation is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Malden, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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