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At Davis Library

Bethesda

Visit outside peak afternoon hours if you need quiet individual study space, as noted by visitors.

Free will, world peace, and reality become subjects of open inquiry at Davis Library, where participants gather to debate philosophical and societal issues voted on collectively the day of the session.

Saturday, November 14, 4:00 PM

Free

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  • Davis Library venue
  • Topics voted daily
  • Philosophical discussion group
  • Davis Library
  • Bethesda

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