What we’re about
Philosophy Café in Rochester, NY is a group that reads philosophy texts and meets to discuss them.
All are welcome! Our meetings are open to “beginners” and “experts,” alike. No prior experience with philosophy is required or expected. If you have an interest in philosophy, we’d love for you to join us!
We meet on the second Saturday of each month at 11:15 a.m., unless indicated otherwise.
A typical meeting starts with a short, general introduction of the topic and the readings, and then we break into small groups (3-5 people) to discuss. At some point, we re-mix the small groups so we each get to talk with and hear from different people. And at the end, we sometimes bring everyone back together as a big group to share observations that came out of the small group discussions.
More info: [PhilosophyCafe.net](https://philosophycafe.net)
Upcoming events
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Philosophy Cafe meeting - Sat., Dec. 13, 2025, 11:15 am
740 University Ave, Rochester, NY, USMeeting info:
- When: Second Saturday of each month at 11:15 a.m.
- Where: Writers & Books, 740 University Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607.
- Map: https://goo.gl/maps/ix5sYdvhRNnP4gzf8
- More info: https://philosophycafe.net
- Contact: https://philosophycafe.net/contact
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Discussion topics:
- Philosophy; History of Philosophy
- Readings: https://philosophycafe.net/events/#next-meeting
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Philosophy Café in Rochester, New York is an informal group that reads philosophy texts and meets to discuss them.
Our meetings are open to “beginners” and “experts,” alike. No prior experience with philosophy is required or expected. If you have an interest in philosophy, we’d love for you to join us!12 attendees
Freud’s Big Ideas: The Unconscious, Repression, Resistance & Transference
Writers and Books, 740 University Ave, Rochester, NY, USHi Folks,
Please join us for our next group discussion exploring a set of Freud’s most influential ideas with short papers on the unconscious, repression, resistance, and transference.
### Theme 1: The Unconscious & Repression
These papers introduce Freud’s ideas about how the mind conceals uncomfortable truths, why memories return in disguised forms, and how insight gradually develops.
### Theme 2: Resistance & Transference
These essays explore the ways people defend against psychological change and how old emotional patterns reappear in new relationships, especially within therapy.
📚 Reading & Participation
You’re welcome (but not required!) to read the texts beforehand. If reading all of them is too much, you may read a selection, for example two from each theme.
To make things easier, Tiffi will give a short kickoff overview of the material and we'll provide a two-page handout, summarizing each of the two major themes.
No prior background in psychoanalysis is necessary; the event is designed for a mixed audience.
💬 Discussion Format
- We’ll begin with Tiffi’s 10–15 minute introduction.
- First 30-minute discussion: Theme 1 — The Unconscious & Repression
- Second 30-minute discussion: Theme 2 — Resistance & Transference
📍 Location
Writers & Books
740 University Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
If you have the means, please consider donating or becoming a member of Writers & Books to support this venue:
https://wab.org/product/donation/
🗓️ Date & Time
Saturday, November 20
11:15 AM – 1:15 PM
🌐 Event Details
All are welcome — no background in psychology or therapy required. I am advised the room we are using fits 12 people (maybe a few more if we squeeze in), so if you cannot make it please update your RSVP to enable space for others.
🪶 Questions or Feedback?
If you have questions or feedback, feel free to reach out to me on Meetup.
Best regards,
Ryan12 attendees
Past events
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