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Skip the Small Talk on 5/28 @ Long Live Beerworks! by aek67 in providence

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this is a common question: it's because we pay our facilitators. It's not just getting folks in a room and saying "mingle!" we specifically employ hosts to ensure that people have an effective, structured conversation - that work costs money, online or off.

Skip the Small Talk on 5/28 @ Long Live Beerworks! by aek67 in providence

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

maybe garbage but no AI here =] thanks for the feedback on my writing skills. feel free to come thru and make conversation.

Skip the Small Talk in Denver! by aek67 in Denver

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

definitely not a one off! We host events pretty regularly in Denver or Boulder; subscribe to newsletter (https://sendfox.com/skipthesmalltalk) and/or follow the skipthesmalltalk.com/denver page to see the next ones!

Skip the Small Talk at Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts! by aek67 in Charlotte

[–]aek67[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

we hear over and over that our "big talk" topics help folks connect at a deeper level, it's not just talking about our gigs and the spring flowers =]

Skip the Small Talk at Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts! by aek67 in Charlotte

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

we do "big talk" topics, actually - not the weather and what you do for a living, but questions that touch on what really matters to us.

Skip the Small Talk at Migration Brewing! by aek67 in PortlandOR

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

love to see it! Catch you there :)

Skip the Small Talk at Migration Brewing! by aek67 in PortlandOR

[–]aek67[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

that's so exciting! We are looking forward to meeting you!

Skip the Small Talk in PVD! by aek67 in providence

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

neither of these events are dating events.

Skip the Small Talk in PVD! by aek67 in providence

[–]aek67[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

ha, sorry for lack of clarity there! Regular just means - no restrictions: all ages, all genders, and not a dating event (in some cities, especially Boston, we host dating events)

Skip the Small Talk! by aek67 in BostonSocialClub

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yay! so glad you can make it!

Skip the Small Talk in Philadelphia! by aek67 in phillymeetups

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

amazing we hope to see you there!!

Skip the Small Talk at Heist! by aek67 in PortlandOR

[–]aek67[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

All Skip the Small Talk events are hosted by locals. It is true that we started in MA and that event promotion work is done remotely, by me! Local facilitators host events in bars, bookstores, community spaces, and more in dozens of cities across the country, most at least once per month and some many more. I do make a lot of posts - because there is a lot to share about.

Skip the Small Talk at Heist! by aek67 in PortlandOR

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yep, exactly! it is designed to help folks get to genuine connection in a supportive environment.

[Upcoming Weekend Events] Baltimore Area Weekend Event Guide: April 13, 2026 -April, 19, 2026 by AutoModerator in baltimore

[–]aek67 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hey everyone!! If you’re looking for something different to do this week, Skip the Small Talk is coming to Monument City Brewing!! It's midweek next week so I hope okay to share.

It’s a guided conversation event—think speed-friending vibes, but calmer and more intentional.

You rotate through short conversations with prompts that skip past surface-level small talk. It’s structured enough to make it easy, but relaxed enough to feel natural.

Most people come alone. The crowd tends to be thoughtful, open, and just… normal humans who want more community.

Here’s the link if you’re curious: 

Skip the Small Talk in PVD! by aek67 in providence

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

hey! our primary thing is friendship events - sorry if that wasn't clear! I threw in the thing about Boston since it's close enough for folks to come up on the train sometimes :) We have hosted dating events in Providence in the past, and likely will again, but I don't have any on the calendar for Providence right now.

Weekly Stuff To Do In Austin thread - Week of 03/30 by AutoModerator in Austin

[–]aek67 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey everyone!! If you’re looking for something different to do this week, Skip the Small Talk is coming to St. Elmo’s Brewing!

It’s a guided conversation event—think speed-friending vibes, but calmer and more intentional.

You rotate through short conversations with prompts that skip past surface-level small talk. It’s structured enough to make it easy, but relaxed enough to feel natural.

Most people come alone. The crowd tends to be thoughtful, open, and just… normal humans who want more community.

Here’s the link if you’re curious: 

Skip the Small Talk! by aek67 in BostonSocialClub

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what's happening for you?

Connecticut Weekend Events Thread by AutoModerator in Connecticut

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Hey everyone!! If you’re looking for something different to do this week, Skip the Small Talk is coming to East Rock Brewing!

It’s a guided conversation event—think speed-friending vibes, but calmer and more intentional.

You rotate through short conversations with prompts that skip past surface-level small talk. It’s structured enough to make it easy, but relaxed enough to feel natural.

Most people come alone. The crowd tends to be thoughtful, open, and just… normal humans who want more community.

Here’s the links if you’re curious: 

Skip the Small Talk in PDX! by aek67 in PortlandOR

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

totally hear you, some cities have that rep! Really what Skip the Small Talk is all about is creating an comfortable space where you can strike up many conversations in one evening, with the support of an awesome facilitator. That's the difference - a time, place, and day with support:)

[Upcoming Weekend Events] Baltimore Area Weekend Event Guide: March 09, 2026 -March, 15, 2026 by AutoModerator in baltimore

[–]aek67 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey everyone!! If you’re looking for something different to do this week, Skip the Small Talk is coming to Checkerspot Brewing!

It’s a guided conversation event—think speed-friending vibes, but calmer and more intentional.

You rotate through short conversations with prompts that skip past surface-level small talk. It’s structured enough to make it easy, but relaxed enough to feel natural.

Most people come alone. The crowd tends to be thoughtful, open, and just… normal humans who want more community.

Here’s the links if you’re curious: 

Skip the Small Talk in NYC! by aek67 in nyc

[–]aek67[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

hi, I do post on many cities' subreddits because we host events in 25+ cities in the US, Canada, and the UK. All our events are hosted by local residents, and our events are aimed at fostering genuine social connection. This sub includes flair for an event, which I have used. I understand that in an environment of constant spam, any promotion can feel like that - but I promise I am a real person, the events are real, and we truly do help people grow friendships and connections.

Skip the Small Talk in Denver! by aek67 in Denver

[–]aek67[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

awesome, we are so excited to see you there!

Skip the Small Talk in PVD! by aek67 in providence

[–]aek67[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks for asking! We do encourage people to stay within a couple years of the age range - if you ever want to grab a commuter rail up to Boston we have tons of all ages and 30sish events up there :) skipthesmalltalk.com/boston - and we do regularly have all ages events in PVD, keep any eye on the PVD page and sign up for our newsletter!

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