communal gathering

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“Difference Between,” a 23-minute world premiere by Matthew Neenan, holds the stage intriguingly until losing momentum and feeling strung out as it presents an artful, communal gathering that dwindles to a somewhat puzzling conclusion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025

But although its pervasive theme is one of communal gathering, he manages “to talk about transfer foods that come from Africa” and deconstruct the etymology of the word barbecue.

From Washington Post • Oct. 20, 2022

Ferrer encouraged telecommuting, urged residents to avoid meetings of 50 or more and to avoid other communal gathering spots.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2020

Below, a unique bike clubhouse functions as a bike room and a communal gathering place.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2019

Often breaking the ice in the coves and harbors it visits, the Sunbeam provides a communal gathering place for islanders, who go aboard for meals and stay for the fellowship.

From New York Times • Feb. 23, 2018