Date: Fri, Aug 21, 2026
Time: Fri, 9-10am
Venue: A Place At The Table, Raleigh
Price: Free
Category: Community
Join the Community Engagement Department and A Place at the Table for our monthly "Coffee and Conversations." This event is meant to be friendly and welcoming, with open conversations about important topics. There won’t be a set agenda—just a chance to listen, share, and learn from each other. We hope to see you there!
Community · Raleigh
“Arrive fifteen minutes early to grab a seat and order your coffee.”
Coffee and Conversations is a monthly, agenda-free gathering where residents can meet with the local Community Engagement Department to discuss neighborhood topics. The event is designed to be an open forum where you can share your thoughts, listen to others, and build connections in a relaxed setting. If you plan to attend, the event is completely free to join, though you can purchase breakfast or drinks from the venue. A Place At The Table operates as a nonprofit, pay-what-you-can cafe, making it a wonderful spot to introduce teenagers to community-focused business models. Street parking is available nearby, but spots fill up quickly on weekday mornings, so give yourself an extra ten minutes to park and walk. This gathering makes a great Friday morning stop because it offers a low-pressure way to engage with your city before the weekend starts. You can grab a pastry, hear what is happening in Raleigh, and support a local business with a vital mission.
Last updated
Ongoing · Ends Dec 11
Coffee and Conversations runs Fri, Aug 21, 2026, Fri, 9-10am.
A Place At The Table is at 300 W. Hargett St., Ste. 50, Raleigh, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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