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Take time to listen. Ask follow-up questions. Be yourself.

Say hi to someone you don’t know and start a conversation

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Take time to listen. Ask follow-up questions. Be yourself.

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someone you

haven't met yet.

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categories below.

Take time to listen.

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Be yourself.

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you haven't met yet.

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from the categories below.

Say hi to others at the minglespace

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If you could instantly master any hobby, which one would you choose—and why?
What’s the most interesting thing you’ve learned recently?
If you could switch lives with any fictional character for a day, who would it be?
What movie, TV show, play, or live performance has wowed you lately?
If you could do anything, no limits, what would it be? Use your imagination.
What’s a fun idea you’ve always dreamed of seeing happen?
Have you ever had an idea for an an invention?
What if you could transform one ordinary, everyday item into something extraordinary—what would you choose, and how would it change?
What new inventions or technologies could improve your city?

For example, imagine flying drones cleaning up trash or other creative solutions.
If a groundbreaking discovery became reality tomorrow, what everyday challenges would you want it to solve?
What’s one futuristic invention—or big societal change—you hope takes place within the next 50 years?
What’s a unique or fun event you’d love to see in your city? (Think outside the box—it could be anything.)
If your neighborhood could organize one big project or event to bring people together, what would you suggest?
Imagine you could install a giant piece of public art anywhere—what would it look like?
If you could sit down with anyone in your community to brainstorm or collaborate on a project, who would you pick—and what would you hope to create together?
If your neighborhood had a mascot, what would it be?
What cultural or artistic activity do you enjoy that more neighbors should know about?
If time and money weren’t an issue, what creative project would you love to work on?
What’s one small thing in life that makes you happy?
Is there something you’ve always wanted to try or achieve—big or small—but haven’t yet?
What activity makes you lose track of time, and why do you think it hooks you?
Fast-forward 10 years: what personal milestone would you be proud to share?
What brought you here today?
Favorite panel, booth, or session: swap impressions of what you’ve seen or done so far.
Most unexpected connection you’ve made at this event: tell a story, could be serious or funny.
What would you add to this convention? Dream guests, panel topics, food trucks—get imaginative.
If this event were a video game, what would the bonus level be?Who here is secretly the protagonist of a show?
Hidden talents or fun skills: What random thing are you good at?
Fandom deep dives: compare theories, swap recommendations, or rank your top picks.
What brought you to this concert tonight? Do you usually come to shows like this, or was something about this one special?
Who’s a musician—local or legendary—that you always come back to? Why do they speak to you?
What do you enjoy most about seeing music live — the sound, the energy, the people, or something else?
What’s something in this space that caught your eye — and why?
Do you tend to focus on what an artwork means or how it makes you feel?
If you could make art in any medium — painting, sculpture, digital, etc. — what would you try?
What do you enjoy most about live performance — the storytelling, the energy, or something else?
Is there a performance you saw that really stuck with you?
Have you ever acted, danced, or performed? What was the experience like?
What’s something you care about locally that more people should know about?
Have you ever had a conversation that changed your view on an issue?
What helps you feel hopeful about the future of your community?
Are you here for the team, the social vibe, or both?
What’s your favorite sports memory — as a player, fan, or even just watching at home?
Have you ever rooted for the underdog just because it made things more fun?
What’s something small you do to take care of your mind or body during the week?
Have you ever tried a wellness practice that surprised you with how helpful it was?
What helps you feel grounded when life gets busy? Any other practices you'd like to share?
When you become a participating place, you can request a custom category for your organization's conference, festival, convention, or event.
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What’s a book or story that changed how you think about something?
Do you prefer character-driven or plot-driven stories—and why?
Share a book you recommend often (or wish more people knew about).
What world from a sci-fi or fantasy story would you want to visit (or avoid)?
Who’s your favorite unconventional hero or villain from these genres?
What’s a strange or wild idea from sci-fi or fantasy that stuck with you?
Name a song that instantly takes you back to a specific memory, place, or person. What’s the story behind it?
What kind of music did you grow up with? Has your taste changed since then, or do you still love the same sounds?
Do you play an instrument or sing? If not, is there one you’ve always wanted to learn? What do you love most about music?
What concerns do you notice most in your neighborhood?
What changes could help make it a better place for you or your family?
What kinds of support or services do you and your neighbors need more of? How comfortable do you feel accessing what's already available?
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