Month: October 2017

Open Ears & Beers ROCKED!

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Thanks to all those who joined us for our first Open Ears and Beers event!  It was quite inspiring to see so many come out to listen and seek to understand other viewpoints. We based the evening on the following questions as a way to listen and explore our differences without introducing unreasoanble conflict:

  • How does your background or upbringing relate to your current views?
  • What issues are most important to you in your state and community?
  • Can you think of a time where you had one belief and then changed your thinking on it?
  • What do you think is the best way for people to become empowered?

We hope that we are able to continue these conversations with our friends, family and neighbors over difficult topics to help us grasp a better understanding of other viewpoints and bring us together.  Be on the look out for more “across the aisle” events in the near future.

Open Ears & Beers on Wednesday, 10/25

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The Homewood H.I.V.E. is excited to host its first Open Ears and Beers listening session on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Good People Brewing Company, 114 14th Street, S, Birmingham, AL 35233. The event brings together people and organizations from all sides of the aisle to participate in a casual and respectful conversation. The evening is free and open to all.

Open Ears and Beers will be a meet and greet with broad and non-confrontational questions announced throughout the evening for discussion. The evening will emphasize respect, listening and exploring a way to talk about differences without debate or conflict.

Join the H.I.V.E. before the event from 5:30-6:00 p.m. as local yoga instructor Mollie Erickson leads a mind clearing, soul energizing standing yoga flow. Breathe in and out, connecting with yourself, your neighbor and your community.

Let’s Make Some Phone Calls

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H.I.V.E. will be gathering to phone bank for Doug Jones and Felicia Stewart this month. Join us to make some calls for these fabulous candidates. No experience needed (we’re newbies too!). Bring an adult beverage and/or snack to share.  Please let us know if you can attend any of the dates.


Tuesday, October 10 – 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Phone Banking for Doug Jones with the Greater Birmingham Democrats
Doug Jones’ Headquarters (4500 5th Ave, S, behind Cahaba Brewing)
* Bring your cell phone, scripts provided

Monday, October 16th – 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Phone Banking for Felicia Stewart at Laura Williams’ House (Homewood)
* Bring your cell phone and laptop if you have one

Tuesday, November 7th – 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Phone Banking for Doug Jones with the Greater Birmingham Democrats
Doug Jones’ Headquarters (4500 5th Ave, S, behind Cahaba Brewing)
* Bring your cell phone, scripts provided