Thursday Social: Drinks and Networking

Thursday Social: Drinks and Networking

Third Thursdays are a monthly gathering to connect, think, drink and build a better city.

By techSPARK

Date and time

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 18:00 - 20:00 GMT+1

Location

Newark Works

2 Foundry Lane Bath BA2 3DZ United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

About this event

Do you work in the creative, digital or tech space?

If yes, this is the perfect place to meet other like-minded individuals in the Bath and Bristol area.

What is it?

Each Third Thursday follows the same format:

Arrival from 6.00 pm and a drink on us

6.30 pm -

Exciting Announcement: Dr. Bruce Hood to Speak at Our June Third Thursday Evening!

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Bruce Hood, renowned psychologist and author, as our guest speaker for the upcoming Third Thursday Evening on June 19th.

Dr. Hood is a Professor of Developmental Psychology in Society at the University of Bristol. His groundbreaking research delves into cognitive development, the origins of superstitious beliefs, and the construction of self-identity.

With a career spanning esteemed institutions like Harvard and MIT, his insights have profoundly influenced our understanding of the human mind .

His acclaimed works include:

  • The Self Illusion: Why There is No 'You' Inside Your Head
  • SuperSense: Why We Believe in the Unbelievable
  • The Domesticated Brain
  • Possessed: Why We Want More Than We Need
  • The Science of Happiness: Seven Lessons for Living Well

In his latest book, The Science of Happiness, Dr. Hood explores how connection, optimism, and mindfulness can enhance our well-being. He presents seven transformative lessons to help us rewire our thinking and lead more fulfilling lives.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from one of the leading minds in psychology. Join us for an evening of enlightening discussion and discovery.

7.15 - pizza and continuing the conversation

8 pm - close

And if you'd like to continue the conversation head to NoWhere - 2 minutes from Newark Works, they'd love to see you

We aim to keep these evenings, fun, light, and a great place to get together.

See you there!

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techSPARK is the not-for-profit Bristol & Bath growth network. Follow us for techie events, news & jobs.

We work to SPARK new ideas and collaborations, FACILITATE knowledge exchange, and UPSKILL from the back-room to the boardroom.

We’re a small team of employees who massively punch above our weight of what we deliver for the region.

Our work enables a healthy way for as many organisations as possible to grow and achieve commercial success; nurtured in our network.

Every success, from the early-stage bright idea to positively impacting the lives of millions, is not only good for those concerned, it’s good for all of us. It energises the regional economy and expands the network – allowing us to reinvest in our services to support more visionary people.

Achievements large and small are championed by techSPARK on the national and international stage. Attracting more talent, more funding and more fame.

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