Earth Day Warm Data Lab in NYC

Join us this Earth Day in New York City to experience a , and practice perceiving the complexity and interdependency—both intimate and global—in our lives.

As the many overlapping crises of this era intensify, so too does the imperative to meet them. Ecological events, political polarization, wars, economic gaps, AI, health and mental wellbeing, cultural/historic entanglement in epistemologies that tear us apart (colonialism, industrialism, racism)...

While there are no straightforward solutions to our collective problems, when we pay attention to our senses, our relationships with one another, and our curiosity, the difference between how things combine within you and how they combine within me allows for new collective perceptions to emerge.

What is a Warm Data Lab?

Warm Data Labs are like the best after-dinner conversations you’ve ever had, with people you may have never met. Participants share their stories and observations about a common question, moving between small groups and inside conversations to explore their perspectives from multiple viewpoints such as family, health, economy, and others. Everyone moves whenever and wherever their curiosity takes them, listening to each other and often sharing whatever occurs to them. At the end, we come back together as one group and share what we’ve noticed, weaving together the sense we’ve been making.

These experiences have been described as a “kaleidoscope of conversation,” packed with enriching stories, laughter, and insight. The experience may nourish the soul, transform our approach to work, life, and community — and, ultimately, open new possibilities that can't be predicted.

How do I prepare?

No preparation is necessary. Bring your curiosity, open mind, open heart, and perhaps a friend. Everyone is welcome.

When is it?

The gathering will begin at 6:00 PM. We will promptly serve Warm Data at 6:30 PM, finishing around 8:30 PM. Snacks will be offered. Bring your favorite if you'd like.

How do I get there?

Closest subways: A/C/E, N/R/Q/W, or 1/2/3
The space is located in Port Authority Bus Terminal, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018. Enter Port Authority's south wing, between 40th & 41st Street, and take the escalator up to the second level. The ChaShaMa space is between Dunkin’ Donuts and McAnn’s Pub.

You will be welcomed by Warm Data hosts Tara Quinn and Yvan Greenberg.

Event Space made possible by Chashama and The Love Show.

Host or Publisher The International Bateson Institute (IBI)