Community Calendar
Welcome to the Spokane Regional Community Calendar. These events are submitted by members of the Spokane regional community. To view GSI events, visit our GSI events page here.
Premise Conversation: What Does Democracy Demand of Us? {Spokane, WA}
What Does Democracy Demand of Us?
đź“Ť In-person discussion in [Your City]
What does it really mean to live in a democracy—and what does it ask of us in return? Join us for an evening of meaningful conversation as we explore these questions through two short, unforgettable stories: Ursula K. Le Guin’s The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas and N.K. Jemisin’s The Ones Who Stay and Fight. Each story presents a vision of a society built on sacrifice, and invites us to reflect on power, justice, and our responsibility to one another.
đź•’ Reading time: Under 1.5 hours. All readings will be sent upon RSVP.
What is Premise?
Premise creates space for conversations that matter. We’re currently in 10 cities and growing. Each session is a guided, facilitator-led discussion centered on an enduring question and a short, thought-provoking work of literature, film, or art. These works serve as a “third thing”—a shared starting point for deeper reflection and dialogue. It’s not a debate or a lecture, but a structured, inclusive space to think openly and connect meaningfully. No expertise required—just curiosity and a willingness to listen, question, and share.
