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Symposia In ancient Greece, symposia were essentially intellectual drinking parties. Men would recline on couches, drink wine, and discuss topics ranging from mythology to politics. They sometimes recited poetry or played games. Musicians and dancers, usually women, were provided as entertainment. Today, our symposia are open to all members, male and female, and take the form of a live online chat. They are set for the Noumenia (the new moon - or first visible lunar crescent - which is the beginning of the ancient Greek month), and will be posted here and announced on the list for those who don't keep lunar calendars. Each month, a topic or topics will be chosen by a member. The chats do not have to keep rigidly to these topics, but rather they are a jumping-off point for discussion. Each symposium will be preceded that evening with a simple Noumenia ritual (see Rituals page), and we will begin the chat itself with a group libation to the gods (each member will make this libation in their own homes). The chats will begin at 6pm PST / 9pm EST and last as long as the participants wish. Any member is also welcome to invite others to an impromptu symposia using the Neokoroi chatroom, whenever they like. ENTER CHAT Upcoming Symposia:  Wednesday, January 9 Thursday, February 7 Saturday, March 8 Sunday, April 6 Tuesday, May 6 Wednesday, June 4